The award-winning series that gets under the skin of the largest animals on the planet. Most wildlife documentaries show how animals behave but by exploring their anatomy Inside Nature's Giants reveals how these creatures really work.
The Genius Of Charles Darwin: Dawkins on Darwin celebrates the 150th anniversary of the publication of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution and shows how evidence supporting the theory of evolution has been accumulated by scientists ever since Darwin's stunning discovery. In addition to explaining Darwin's ideas Dawkins also shows how the intellectual journey undertaken by Darwin led inevitably to an atheistic world view. For once nature could be explained by the theory of evolution it simply wasn't necessary to continue with the idea that God was responsible for all Creation. The Enemies Of Reason: Richard Dawkins looks at how health has become a battleground between reason and superstition. A third of us now spend a total of over 1.6 billion a year on superstitious alternative remedies but 80% of them have never been subjected to properly conducted trials. Root Of All Evil?: Nine months before the release of his million-copy bestseller The God Delusion Richard Dawkins had the world buzzing with his television documentary Root of All Evil? The 2-hour program highlights the dangers of faith and religion in the 21st century and asks people of reason to say Enough is enough!
In this major new science series from Channel 4 Richard Dawkins James Dyson Stephen Hawking David Attenborough and Robert Winston celebrate the great thinkers and moments in British science from Newton to the present day. Britain's great inventors and scientists have led the world and been at the forefront of some of history's greatest advances. From the steam engine to the world wide web from the theory of evolution to the discovery of the atom British science and ingenuity have helped shape the modern world. The Genius of Britain tells the stories of the people behind these pivotal moments of the men and women who overcame all obstacles in search of scientific advancement. Their tales range from accounts of pure genius when the apple fell and the secrets of the universe were unlocked to dark tales of obsession deception and even bodysnatching. Tackling the areas closest to their hearts and using hands-on demonstrations the five co-presenters tell the human stories behind the scientific and engineering discoveries that we so often take for granted.
Bestselling author scientist and atheist Richard Dawkins puts his assertions to the test when he debates his Oxford University colleague John Lennox who is both a scientist and a Christian theologian. Remaining true to their goal of engaging secular culture on critical issues in a thoughtful respectful manner Fixed Point Foundation sponsored a debate on what is arguably the most critical question of our time: the existence of God. The debate featured Professor Richard Dawkins voted by Europes Prospect Magazine as one of the worlds most important intellectuals and regarded by many as the spokesman for the New Atheism. and Dr. John Lennox a popular Christian apologist and scientist travels widely speaking on the interface between science and religion. Like Dawkins he has dedicated his career to science but he has arrived at very different conclusions. Lennox possesses doctorates from Oxford Cambridge and the University of Wales. The debate centres on Dawkins views as expressed in his best-seller The God Delusion and their validity over and against the Christian faith.
In this fascinating 3 hour Channel Four series Richard Dawkins best selling author of The God Delusion addresses arguably the biggest question of all - 'How did the human species come into existence?' Dawkins on Darwin celebrates the 150th anniversary of the publication of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution and shows how evidence supporting the theory of evolution has been accumulated by scientists ever since Darwin's stunning discovery. In addition to explaining Darwin's ideas Dawkins also shows how the intellectual journey undertaken by Darwin led inevitably to an atheistic world view. For once nature could be explained by the theory of evolution it simply wasn't necessary to continue with the idea that God was responsible for all Creation. This series is essential viewing for fans of Richard Dawkins and anyone who wishes to understand Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.
Fixed Point Foundation hosts a second discussion between Professor Richard Dawkins and Professor John Lennox this time in the UK at the Oxford Museum of Natural History. An enthralling topic for scientists skeptics and Christians for nearly 150 years the answer to this question has implications that reverberate through-out public and private live from government policy and medical ethics to individual choices made every day. Two scientists return to the Oxford Museum of Natural History the famed site of the 1860 Evolution debate between Huxley and Wilberforce. Discussing an issue the BBC calls 'as fierce as ever ' the two go head to head in a remarkable match of intellect. Holding the Atheistic position is Prof. Richard Dawkins celebrated author of the God Delusion and regarded by many as the spokesman for the 'New Atheism.' Opposing Dawkins is fellow Oxford Professor John Lennox. Lennox like Dawkins has dedicated his career to science but arrives at very different conclusions. 'It is the very nature of science ' he says 'that leads me to belief in God.
Eight uncut and never before seen interviews filmed for the Root of All Evil? Nine months before the release of his million-copy bestseller The God Delusion Richard Dawkins had the world buzzing with his television documentary Root of All Evil? The 2-hour program highlights the dangers of faith and religion in the 21st century and asks people of reason to say Enough is enough! During the filming Richard Dawkins conducted many fascinating interviews with people from around the world. Unfortunately much of this footage was cut for time and some entire interviews were omitted. This DVD collection showcases eight raw and uncut interviews from the original tapes allowing the viewer a rare vantage point into these revealing exchanges Interviews with: Jill Mytton Ian McEwan Bishop Richard Harries Michael Bray Hell House Pastor Keenan Roberts Alister McGrath Adrian Hawkes and Rabbi Gluck
Oxford professor Richard Dawkins presents a series of lectures on life the universe and our place in it. With brilliance and clarity Dawkins unravels an educational gem that will mesmerize young and old alike. Illuminating demonstrations wildlife virtual reality and special guests (including Douglas Adams) all combine to make this collection a timeless classic. The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures for Children were founded by Michael Faraday in 1825 with himself as the inaugural lecturer. The 1991 lecturer was Richard Dawkins whose five one-hour lectures originally televised by the BBC are now available for the first time on DVD.
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