Best Irreducible Complexity Podcasts (2025)

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Irreducible Complexity 1:30

14d ago1:30

1:30

Tough realities are overcome by pursuing the right things. Jim Daly explains why the future of our country depends on stable homes with moms and dads who work hard to cultivate thriving relationships. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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David Klinghoffer Reads From His New Book Plato’s Revenge 20:59

17m ago20:59

20:59

On this ID The Future, science writer David Klinghoffer reads from his new book Plato’s Revenge: The New Science of the Immaterial Genome, now available from Discovery Institute Press. This is a compact book, but it’s the story of a very big idea, and one that has the potential to usher in the next great revolution in biology. Source…

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Plato’s Revenge: An Interview with David Klinghoffer 24:45

13h ago24:45

24:45

You're likely familiar with the genetic revolution — the discovery that physical structures in the cell, including DNA and RNA, shape every organism. But we are now overdue for another and more profound revolution in science, one you've likely heard very little about. Recent findings reveal that genetic and even epigenetic sources alone cannot acco…

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John West on Darwin’s Culturally Corrosive Idea 20:23

4d ago20:23

20:23

On this ID the Future from the vault, catch the first half of a public talk by political scientist John West on how Darwinism has poisoned Western culture. In the lecture, delivered at the Dallas Conference on Science & Faith, West explores how Darwin’s purely materialistic theory of evolution has drained meaning from nature, undercut the idea of i…

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Present in Our Suffering 1:30

5d ago1:30

1:30

“Where is God when we suffer?” is one of the most common questions people ask. Jim Daly explains why it’s in the darkness that God’s light shines the brightest. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Larry Sanger on Wikipedia, AI, and Preserving Human Knowledge 36:08

7d ago36:08

36:08

On this episode of ID The Future, hosts Andrew McDiarmid and Nathan Jacobson continue their conversation with Wikipedia co-founder Larry Sanger. In this segment, Sanger explains how his philosophy to decentralize the world's knowledge plays into science and truth-seeking in the age of AI. He talks about the shortcomings of large language models and…

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Miscarriage: Finding Hope in the Midst of Loss 1:30

8d ago1:30

1:30

According to the March of Dimes, between 10 and 20 percent of pregnancies end in miscarriage. And yet, most people don’t understand how to come alongside a loved one who has suffered one. Jim Daly shares helpful advice. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…

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Top Gun Marriage 1:30

9d ago1:30

1:30

Hollywood gets a lot wrong. Like romance. True love is portrayed as a one-time flash of passion. Jim Daly shares why real love stories are built out of trust, commitment, and shared purpose. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Skeptic to Believer: Wikipedia Co-Founder Larry Sanger’s Intellectual Journey 40:50

9d ago40:50

40:50

On this ID The Future, Wikipedia co-founder Larry Sanger joins hosts Andrew McDiarmid and Nathan Jacobson to delve into his personal evolution from longtime skeptical philosopher to belief in God. After falling out of faith in his teens, Sanger became a committed skeptic and agnostic, adhering to the principle of methodological skepticism for decad…

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See Long Term 1:30

8d ago1:30

1:30

Jim Daly shares a personal story that illustrates why teaching children to take responsibility today enables them to live as successful adults tomorrow. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Louis Pasteur: A Man of Science and Faith 34:13

12d ago34:13

34:13

On this episode of ID the Future out of the archive, biologist Ann Gauger walks listeners through the triumphs, flaws, and tragedies of Louis Pasteur, the French scientist whose scientific breakthroughs have saved millions of lives, and whose work on microbes sounded the death knell of the idea of spontaneous generation. Dr. Gauger also discusses h…

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More Valuable Than Vomit 1:30

11d ago1:30

1:30

If you’re thinking about divorce, take a deeper look at your marriage. Your relationship might have more value than you think. Jim Daly illustrates why – with a true story about whale vomit. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Why the “Universe From Nothing” Model Points to Intelligent Design 20:58

15d ago20:58

20:58

Did our universe come from nothing, as some physicists have proposed? On this ID The Future, host Andrew McDiarmid critiques the audacious claim that our universe popped into existence out of nothing. What is nothing? What isn’t nothing? And how does the universe from nothing claim actually imply intelligent design? McDiarmid shares audio from the …

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Temperament and Obedience 1:30

15d ago1:30

1:30

Many parents feel frustrated that they teach their children the same values, but one seems to “get it” and another doesn’t. Jim Daly explains how a child’s personality can impact his or her reception of values. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…

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A Beautiful Lawn, A Beautiful Life 1:30

14d ago1:30

1:30

The secrets to living a good life are everywhere. You just need to recognize them when you see them. Jim Daly explains how to achieve success in any area of life by becoming a student. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Brian Miller on Circular Reasoning in Origin of Life Theories 36:00

15d ago36:00

36:00

Is origin of life research going round in circles? This is ID the Future, a podcast that isn't afraid to tackle the big questions about evolution and intelligent design. Today, host Eric Anderson chats with physicist Dr. Brian Miller about circular reasoning and other problems in origin of life research. They discuss the work of Stephen Meyer and J…

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Mending the Holes in Your Marriage 1:30

17d ago1:30

1:30

A fishing net with gaping holes in it is useless. So is a marriage. Jim Daly shares how to mend your marriage in a similar way as fishermen mend their nets. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Robert Shedinger: Darwin’s Sacred Cause is “Historical Fiction” 14:45

20d ago14:45

14:45

On today’s ID the Future from our archive, historian of science Michael Keas concludes a two-part conversation with science-and-religion scholar Robert Shedinger about his research into the writing and work of 19th century naturalist Charles Darwin. In this segment, Shedinger makes the case that a well-known biography of Charles Darwin, Darwin’s Sa…

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Mistakes in Parenting 1:30

20d ago1:30

1:30

Every parent is human, so we all fail our kids. Jim Daly shares a personal story that will encourage you to believe that you don’t have to be perfect to be an effective parent. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Intelligence and Character 1:30

21d ago1:30

1:30

Although good education and technology are important to our country’s well-being, Jim Daly explains why society can only thrive if our culture is guided by a moral compass as well. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Casey Luskin on Intelligent Design, Evolution, and the Fossil Record 36:34

22d ago36:34

36:34

On this episode, Dr. Casey Luskin concludes his conversation about the basics of intelligent design with Sam Kleckley, host of the Live Life in Motion podcast. You'll find this interview (including Part 1) particularly helpful if you are new to the science of intelligent design yourself, or you have friends or family who are open to learning more. …

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Spring Marriage 1:30

22d ago1:30

1:30

Some marriages feel as cold as winter. Jim Daly shares how couples can get their relationship out of the deep freeze and into the warmth of spring, a season of growth, renewal, and new beginnings. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Everest-Sized Influence 1:30

23d ago1:30

1:30

Do you recognize your influence on others? Jim Daly explains why success isn’t always a measurement of personal achievement but of our willingness to influence others to achieve. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Unpacking Intelligent Design: A Beginner’s Guide with Casey Luskin 30:54

24d ago30:54

30:54

How would you explain intelligent design to someone who has just recently begun looking into it? Perhaps you are new to it yourself, or you have a friend or family member who is curious. Today, Dr. Casey Luskin begins a two-part discussion of the basics of intelligent design with Sam Kleckley, host of the Live Life in Motion podcast. Part 1 present…

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Consistency in Parenting 1:30

24d ago1:30

1:30

Inconsistency is one of the most common problems in raising children. Jim Daly explains why it’s so important for parents to say what they mean and to mean what they say. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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Rescuing Evolutionary Theory from Darwinian Mythology 19:20

27d ago19:20

19:20

Does the public promotion of Darwin's theory of natural selection match Darwin's own private view of his theory? On this episode of ID the Future out of the archive, historian of science Michael Keas begins a two-part conversation with Robert Shedinger, the Wilford A. Johnson Chair of Biblical Studies and Professor of Religion at Luther College and…

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People You Call Family 1:30

27d ago1:30

1:30

Jim Daly shares how we discover life’s deepest riches when we’re surrounded by a group of people that we call family. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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The Danger of Success 1:30

28d ago1:30

1:30

Success can be a blessing and a burden. Jim Daly explains how to view success as a stepping stone rather than a finish line. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.By Focus on the Family

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A Celebrated Life: Colleagues Remember Dr. Jonathan Wells 28:04

29d ago28:04

28:04

On this ID The Future, we bring you excerpts from a recent gathering to celebrate the life of biologist Dr. Jonathan Wells, who passed away in September 2024 at the age of 82. Dr. Wells was one of the first fellows of the Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and Culture. In 2000, Wells took the science world by storm with Icons of Evolution, a …

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Don't Flush Your Marriage 1:30

29d ago1:30

1:30

Cars. Houses. Jewelry. The stuff you own enriches life, but not if it’s a bigger priority than your marriage. Jim Daly shares how you can guard your relationship with the same care you’d give a beautiful diamond ring. Support Family Ministry If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Irreducible Complexity Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Intelligent Design the Future

Discovery Institute

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Focus on the Family Commentary

Focus on the Family

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Irreducible Complexity 1:30

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David Klinghoffer Reads From His New Book Plato’s Revenge 20:59

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Plato’s Revenge: An Interview with David Klinghoffer 24:45

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John West on Darwin’s Culturally Corrosive Idea 20:23

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Present in Our Suffering 1:30

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Larry Sanger on Wikipedia, AI, and Preserving Human Knowledge 36:08

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Miscarriage: Finding Hope in the Midst of Loss 1:30

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Top Gun Marriage 1:30

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Skeptic to Believer: Wikipedia Co-Founder Larry Sanger’s Intellectual Journey 40:50

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See Long Term 1:30

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Louis Pasteur: A Man of Science and Faith 34:13

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More Valuable Than Vomit 1:30

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Why the “Universe From Nothing” Model Points to Intelligent Design 20:58

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Temperament and Obedience 1:30

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A Beautiful Lawn, A Beautiful Life 1:30

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Brian Miller on Circular Reasoning in Origin of Life Theories 36:00

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Mending the Holes in Your Marriage 1:30

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Robert Shedinger: Darwin’s Sacred Cause is “Historical Fiction” 14:45

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Mistakes in Parenting 1:30

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Intelligence and Character 1:30

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Casey Luskin on Intelligent Design, Evolution, and the Fossil Record 36:34

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Spring Marriage 1:30

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Everest-Sized Influence 1:30

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Unpacking Intelligent Design: A Beginner’s Guide with Casey Luskin 30:54

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Consistency in Parenting 1:30

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Rescuing Evolutionary Theory from Darwinian Mythology 19:20

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People You Call Family 1:30

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The Danger of Success 1:30

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A Celebrated Life: Colleagues Remember Dr. Jonathan Wells 28:04

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Don't Flush Your Marriage 1:30