The Purposeful Universe seeks to explore and present, through award winning videos, the abundant order in nature that funnels biological systems toward increasing levels of complexity and sophistication—suggesting that human life is the purposeful outcome of a complex, ordered system.
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12 Inspirational Science Quotes
Discover inspirational science quotes that reveal the harmony between science and faith, inspiring wonder and a deeper search for meaning in the universe.
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Alexander Vilenkin: Did the Universe have a Beginning?
Was there a beginning of the universe? Physicist Dr. Alexander Vilenkin refutes some scientific models that argue for a universe without a beginning.
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Evolution Theories: Scientific or Philosophical?
Dr. Daniel Kuebler of Franciscan University defines how evolution theories are used in science as well as how they are used philosophically.
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What Does Evolution Mean? A Conversation with Dr. Dan Kuebler
What does evolution mean? Is it random or purposeful? Listen to biologist Dr. Dan Kuebler on the meaning of evolution.
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Are We Alone in the Universe?
Are we alone in the universe? The possibility of extraterrestrial life can make human life feel insignificant. For Dr. Öberg, the opposite is true.
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A Harvard Astrochemist on Why Cosmology Matters
Karin Öberg shares why cosmology matters by explaining that an accurate cosmology is necessary for understanding the nature of the creator of the cosmos.
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Purposeful Universe Official Trailer
In the Purposeful Universe official trailer video, molecular biologist Dan Kuebler argues that order in the universe implies purpose.
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Purposeful Lab: The Last Episode
In the last episode of Purposeful Lab podcast, our hosts look back on the most memorable moments from the past five seasons, from biology to philosophy.
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Purposeful Lab: Psychological Insights for Healing and Growth
Dr. Matthew Breuninger, a clinical psychologist, shares psychological insights for healing and growth, focusing on trauma, healing, and virtue formation.
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Purposeful Lab: Can Art Help Us Answer Life's Big Questions?
Can art help us answer life's big questions? Dr. Daniel McInerny explores the philosophy of art and how art illuminates the human experience.
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Purposeful Lab: Edith Stein on Art, Philosophy, and Sainthood
Genevieve Buono, currently writing her dissertation on Edith Stein's aesthetics, discusses Stein's views on art, philosophy and her path to sainthood.
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Purposeful Lab: Why Do We Need Art?
Why do we need art? And what does art reveal about human nature? Dr. Katie Kresser discusses these questions on Purposeful Lab Podcast.
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