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The Science Dilemma Podcast

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On The Science Dilemma Podcast, we help Christian families navigate the toughest questions in science and culture—without losing their faith in the process. Each week, we sit down with leading scientists, thinkers, and educators to explore topics like evolution, intelligent design, biology, astronomy, and the big questions about life and purpose. Whether you're a homeschool parent, curious student, or just someone trying to make sense of the world, you'll get clear answers, honest dialogue, and faith-affirming truth—all in a format that’s easy to understand and ready to spark conversation. Equip your family with confidence. Strengthen your worldview. And discover how science and faith aren't enemies—they're allies. New episodes weekly featuring guests who are highly credible voices in science, including scientists from the Discovery Institute and elsewhere.
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Episodes

“The Holocaust Wasn’t ‘Wrong’? A Supreme Court Judge Said That…” ft. Dr. Barry Arrington

“The Holocaust Wasn’t ‘Wrong’? A Supreme Court Judge Said That…” ft. Dr. Barry Arrington What if the foundation of human rights isn’t as solid as we think? In this powerful episode of The Science Dilemma Podcast , Allan CP sits down with Dr. Barry Arrington — a seasoned constitutional attorney, author of Unforgetting God , and a key figure in high-profile legal battles — to tackle one of the most unsettling questions in modern philosophy and law: Can we call the Holocaust objectively wrong if we...

Oct 08, 202540 minSeason 1Ep. 15

"Two Fathers for Joseph? The Bible Genealogy ‘Contradiction’ Explained" ft. Dr. Robert Carter

Two Fathers for Joseph? The Bible Genealogy ‘Contradiction’ Explained ft. Dr. Robert Carter In this episode of The Science Dilemma , Allan CP sits down with Dr. Robert Carter (Creation Ministries International) to tackle one of the most common challenges skeptics raise about the Bible: the genealogies of Jesus. Are Matthew and Luke really giving Joseph two different fathers? Is this a contradiction, or is there a deeper historical and theological explanation? Dr. Carter brings nearly two decades...

Sep 15, 202526 minSeason 1Ep. 14

"This New York Times AI Story Will Stun You (Doug Axe Reacts)" ft. Dr. Douglas Axe

This New York Times AI Story Will Stun You (Doug Axe Responds) ft. Dr. Douglas Axe Episode Description / Show Notes In this episode of The Science Dilemma , Allan CP sits down with Dr. Douglas Axe — molecular biologist, author, and leading voice in the Intelligent Design movement — to respond to a shocking New York Times story about a man who spiraled into delusion after conversations with AI chatbots. Dr. Axe unpacks: Why AI can seem human but will never actually think like us The dangerous ill...

Sep 08, 202532 minSeason 1Ep. 13

"How Does AI Actually Work? A Clear Look Under the Hood" ft. Dr. George Montañez

Episode 12 – How Does AI Actually Work? A Clear Look Under the Hood Most of us hear about Artificial Intelligence every day—but how does it actually work under the hood? In this episode of The Science Dilemma , Allan CP sits down with Dr. George Montañez , associate professor of computer science and director of the Amistad Lab, to break down what AI really is (and isn’t). Dr. Montañez explains large language models with easy-to-grasp analogies (like rolling dice with words), reveals why AI often...

Sep 01, 202524 minSeason 1Ep. 12

"Why AI Is More Illusion Than Intelligence" ft. Dr. Jay Richards

Artificial Intelligence is everywhere — from viral deepfakes to college students using chatbots as life coaches. But is AI really intelligent… or just a clever illusion? Join our Podcast Community here . Purchase The Science Dilemma: Origin of Life here . In this episode of The Science Dilemma , Dr. Jay Richards (co-author of The Privileged Planet ) joins Allan CP to separate hype from reality. They unpack why AI isn’t conscious, why deepfakes and “AI life advisors” are dangerous, and what Chris...

Aug 25, 202533 minSeason 1Ep. 11

"AI vs. Humanity: The Shocking Truth You’re Not Hearing" ft. Dr. Robert J. Marks

Episode 10 — AI vs. Humanity: The Shocking Truth You’re Not Hearing Can artificial intelligence really outthink, outcreate, or even replace humanity? In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Robert J. Marks—renowned AI expert and Senior Fellow at Discovery Institute—cuts through the hype, the fear, and the media spin to reveal the truth about what AI can (and cannot) do. From Elon Musk’s dire warnings to the “Godfather of AI’s” bold predictions, we tackle the biggest claims about AI and ask the har...

Aug 18, 202534 minSeason 1Ep. 10

"Why the ‘God of the Gaps’ Objection Misses the Point" ft. Dr. William Dembski

Is Intelligent Design really just “God of the Gaps”? Dr. William Dembski — mathematician, philosopher, theologian, and one of the most influential voices in the ID movement — says no. In this episode, he explains why that common objection completely misses the mark, how mathematics reveals design in nature, and why so many scientists stick to materialism despite mounting evidence to the contrary. You’ll hear: Why “God of the Gaps” is actually an argument from knowledge The difference between Int...

Aug 11, 202521 minSeason 1Ep. 9

"DNA, Mutations, and Design: The Science Evolution Can’t Answer" ft. Dr. Berkley Gryder

Episode 8: DNA, Mutations, and Design – The Science Evolution Can’t Answer Is DNA really just a product of random chance—or does it point to something far greater? In this episode of The Science Dilemma , we sit down with Dr. Berkley Gryder, a chemist-turned-molecular biologist and computer scientist (PhD, Columbia University), to explore how the language of DNA, the limits of mutations, and the myth of “junk DNA” are reshaping the conversation about life’s origins. You’ll discover: Why DNA func...

Aug 04, 202517 minSeason 1Ep. 8

"Top Atheists Use God to Prove Evolution?!" ft. Dr. Steve Dilley

Title: Top Atheists Use God to Prove Evolution?! 🤯 Description: Dr. Steve Dilley uncovers something wild: the two most popular pro-evolution books—written by outspoken atheists Richard Dawkins and Jerry Coyne—use theology to make their best arguments for evolution. And they contradict each other completely. In this episode, we break down how these claims show up in college textbooks, how they impact students, and why asking two simple questions— “What’s the claim?” and “What’s the evidence?” —c...

Jul 28, 202531 minSeason 1Ep. 7

"A Princeton PhD Explains How Earth is Fine Tuned for Life & Discoverability" ft. Dr. Jay Richards

Title: "The Privileged Planet: Why Earth Has the Best View in the Universe" ft. Dr. Jay Richards Episode Summary: Is Earth not just habitable—but purposefully positioned for scientific discovery? Dr. Jay Richards joins Allan CP to unpack the provocative ideas behind The Privileged Planet , the book he co-authored with Guillermo Gonzalez. They explore how eclipses, planetary alignment, and the very laws of physics may be whispering that we’re not here by accident—but by design . From solar eclips...

Jul 20, 202525 minSeason 1Ep. 6

"PhD in Evolutionary Biology Says DNA Replication Points to Design" ft. Dr. Jonathan McLatchie

Episode Title: PhD in Evolutionary Biology Says DNA Replication Points to Design ft. Dr. Jonathan McLatchie Episode Summary: Is DNA replication an accident of evolution—or evidence of intelligent design? Dr. Jonathan McLatchie, a biologist and professor, joins Allan CP to reveal how the complexity of DNA replication poses a serious challenge to unguided evolutionary theory. From irreducible complexity to the encoded information in our cells, this episode builds a strong case for design in nature...

Jul 13, 202520 minSeason 1Ep. 5

"Is the Mind Our Soul?" ft. Dr. Michael Egnor

Title: Is the Mind Our Soul? ft. Dr. Michael Egnor Show Notes: In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Michael Egnor—a renowned neurosurgeon and author of The Immortal Mind —shares how 7,000 brain surgeries transformed his understanding of the human soul. Once a committed atheist and materialist, Dr. Egnor explains why modern neuroscience challenged his worldview and led him to believe that human reason and consciousness are not products of the brain alone. We explore: Why some patients with miss...

Jul 07, 202518 minSeason 1Ep. 4

"MIT and Duke Physicist Says the Universe Is Engineered" ft. Dr. Brian Miller

Episode 3 – MIT and Duke Physicist Says the Universe Is Engineered In this episode, Dr. Brian Miller—a physicist with degrees from MIT and Duke—joins us to explore the overwhelming evidence that the universe is the product of design, not chance. From the fine-tuning of the laws of physics to the molecular machinery of a single cell, Dr. Miller walks us through how engineering principles show up everywhere in nature. He shares how his scientific training led him through a season of doubt—and ulti...

Jun 30, 202523 minSeason 1Ep. 3

"Will AI Take Over Humanity?" ft. Dr. Robert J. Marks

Episode Title: Will AI Take Over Humanity? Guest: Dr. Robert J. Marks – Professor of Engineering at Baylor University and Director of the Walter Bradley Center for Natural and Artificial Intelligence Episode Summary: In this eye-opening episode, Allan CP sits down with Dr. Robert J. Marks—one of the foremost voices in artificial intelligence and intelligent design—to separate AI fact from fiction. From AI churches to the myth of machine consciousness, they explore where today's technology is hea...

Jun 23, 202524 minSeason 1Ep. 2

"Is Chimp DNA and Human DNA Really a 99% Match?" ft. Dr. Casey Luskin

Summary: In this episode of Science Dilemma, host Allan C.P. engages with Dr. Casey Luskin, a geologist and attorney, to discuss the controversial claim that humans share 99% of their DNA with chimpanzees. Dr. Luskin argues against this widely accepted statistic, presenting new research that suggests the actual genetic similarity is closer to 85-86%. The conversation explores the implications of this finding for the understanding of human origins, intelligent design, and the nature of scientific...

Jun 16, 202528 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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