Understanding Evolution - Daniel Dennett Interview

Daniel Dennett videos

TheTech.org, Daniel Dennett

Thanks to Ben Hope for the links.

An interview with Daniel Dennett at the Future of Science Conference in Venice, Italy September 2006.

Part 1
What is it about Darwin's idea that is so dangerous?


Part 2
You've described the design of natural selection as "brilliant" but "mindless." Can you explain?


Part 3
How do you explain evolution to skeptics? How can you convince them? Can you?


Part 4
You said earlier that you think secular institutions are failing us? Do you include museums?


Part 5
In discussing your book, Breaking the Spell, you've said that part of what the book does is to "reveal how the magicians do their tricks" when it comes to organized religion. Can you elaborate?


Part 6
You've talked about teaching a course on World Religions in public schools. What do you think that would accomplish?

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