The Four Horsemen HD: Hour 1 of 2 - Discussions with Richard Dawkins, Ep 1
Published 2009-02-22
All four authors have recently received a large amount of media attention for their writings against religion - some positive, and some negative. In this conversation the group trades stories of the public's reaction to their recent books, their unexpected successes, criticisms and common misrepresentations. They discuss the tough questions about religion that face the world today, and propose new strategies for going forward.
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Books by these authors:
"The God Delusion" by Richard Dawkins
"The End of Faith" by Sam Harris
"Letter to a Christian Nation" by Sam Harris
"God is Not Great" by Christopher Hitchens
"Breaking the Spell: Religion as a Natural Phenomenon" by Daniel Dennett
Filmed and Edited by Josh Timonen
All Comments (21)
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Dawkins must've been so happy to sit next to his idol, Charles darwin.
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"Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens spend an afternoon with Charles Darwin and Ben Stiller"
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With only two of these men left, it's an honor to have this open discussion here on youtube. Long live Daniel and Hitch.
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Even after all these years it still hurts so much every time I'm reminded that Christopher is no longer with us. We miss you Hitch ❤️
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Notice how they almost NEVER interrupt one another. Awesome to see 4 intellectuals have respect for each other
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This is like a support group for educated rational people.
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Sam Harris and Christopher Hitchens exemplify the pinnacle of spoken language skills. I haven't encountered anyone else who speaks English more eloquently while maintaining utmost clarity of thought. They reminded me of the often-forgotten fact that words carry meaning.
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We lost a great man 10 years ago today. You'll never be forgotten. RIP Hitch!
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Hitchens speaks so beautifully, never a word misplaced. A true joy and a pleasure to watch/listen.
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How I adore hearing hitch speak
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Timestamps (Topics discussed): 00:00 Accusations of Arrogance 09:15 Spirituality and Numinosity 13:47 Perceived Arrogance of Science 14:59 Doubt 16:36 Tricks and Invalid Ways of Thinking 22:26 Good in Religion 23:58 Sophisticated Theologians 27:34 Bishops and Vicars 28:44 Moderation 31:19 Professionals and Amateurs 34:47 Authority 37:09 Mystery 45:04 The Faith Card 47:32 Scientific Disproof of God 48:33 Magic Books 50:56 Challenging Arguments Against Atheism
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I admire the way Richard Dawkins absorbs information and his appetite for knowledge is unfathomable.
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one of the better uses of the internet so far
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Sam harris looks like he greenscreened himself into the living room
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15+ years, and this conversation becomes more relevant with each passing day. Yes, I miss Hitch's contributions to public discourse. On an even more positive note, it was this conversation that led me to Sam Harris.
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Still miss Hitch, but listening to these 4 is a breath of fresh air.
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“What if I’m wrong?” (15:15) I asked my (former) pastor, “What if you’re wrong?” His response: “I’m not.” My reply, “Not even a chance?” ...”None,” he asserted. I was excused from his office and church shortly thereafter.
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I've watched this before, and I'll tell you what; I'll watch it again.
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“Confusion and suffering may be our birthright but wisdom and happiness are available”
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Imagine the linguistic and emotional intelligence of Christopher Hitchens What a classy human. A true cigar wielding, tailored suited & booted, blunt individual who will not let anything sneak past him when it comes to truth.
