Illuminations Episode 2: Beyond Belief
Do scientists ever reject science? Research data on the controversial topic of extraterrestrial life has met with resistance from some in the scientific community and openness from communities of faith.
Guests
Avi Loeb, professor of astrophysics and cosmology at Harvard University, where he serves as the Frank B. Baird Jr. Professor of Science. Author of Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth.
Sen. Harry Reid (D-NV), longtime U.S. Senator (1987-2017) from the state of Nevada and former Senate Majority Leader (2007-2015. *The Senator died in December 2021.
Rachel Carborara, is a doctoral candidate in anthropology and sociology of religion at the University of Chicago and an associate producer for Ministry of Ideas.
This episode was produced by Rachel Carbonara.
Episode Released November 7, 2022.