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Join biochemist Fazale “Fuz” Rana and astrophysicist Jeff Zweerink as they discuss theological and philosophical implications that point to the reality of God’s existence.
Researchers from France and Spain claim that they have discovered evidence that Neanderthals were using pieces of ochre (some shaped like crayons) to color surfaces and tools. If Neanderthals made art, does that mean they were like us? Does that mean humans aren’t unique, as the Bible teaches? In this episode, Fuz Rana turns a critical eye on these claims, demonstrating why this claim fails to displace humans as the crown of creation.
Revenge, even just thinking about it, often feels good. However, a growing body of scientific evidence shows how revenge activates regions of your brain in the same way as taking drugs. This recognition should motivate effort to avoid any activity that arouses our emotions beyond a desire for true justice. More importantly, the science also shows that the most effective deterrent to the craving for revenge is a strikingly biblical idea—forgiveness.
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Francesco d’Errico et al., “Evidence for Symbolic Use of Ochre by Micoquian Neanderthals in Crimea,” science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adx4722.
James Kimmel Jr., “Bad Brains,” slate.com/life/2025/07/drug-brain-addiction-revenge-public-health-death.html.
Joseph Billingsley and Elizabeth A. R. Losin, “The Neural Systems of Forgiveness: An Evolutionary Psychological Perspective,” frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2017.00737/full.
Michael Rowe et al., “A Pilot Study of Motive Control to Reduce Vengeance Cravings,” jaapl.org/content/early/2018/12/18/JAAPL.003792-18.1.
PLAYLIST – Stars, Cells, and God
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Join biochemist Fazale “Fuz” Rana and astrophysicist Jeff Zweerink as they discuss theological and philosophical implications that point to the reality of God’s existence.
Researchers from France and Spain claim that they have discovered evidence that Neanderthals were using pieces of ochre (some shaped like crayons) to color surfaces and tools. If Neanderthals made art, does that mean they were like us? Does that mean humans aren’t unique, as the Bible teaches? In this episode, Fuz Rana turns a critical eye on these claims, demonstrating why this claim fails to displace humans as the crown of creation.
Revenge, even just thinking about it, often feels good. However, a growing body of scientific evidence shows how revenge activates regions of your brain in the same way as taking drugs. This recognition should motivate effort to avoid any activity that arouses our emotions beyond a desire for true justice. More importantly, the science also shows that the most effective deterrent to the craving for revenge is a strikingly biblical idea—forgiveness.
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LINKS & RESOURCES -
Francesco d’Errico et al., “Evidence for Symbolic Use of Ochre by Micoquian Neanderthals in Crimea,” science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adx4722.
James Kimmel Jr., “Bad Brains,” slate.com/life/2025/07/drug-brain-addiction-revenge-public-health-death.html.
Joseph Billingsley and Elizabeth A. R. Losin, “The Neural Systems of Forgiveness: An Evolutionary Psychological Perspective,” frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2017.00737/full.
Michael Rowe et al., “A Pilot Study of Motive Control to Reduce Vengeance Cravings,” jaapl.org/content/early/2018/12/18/JAAPL.003792-18.1.
PLAYLIST – Stars, Cells, and God
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