Evolution 101

An invited lecture to the Dallas Philosophers' Forum

A presentation to the North Texas Church of Freethought

November 5th, 2006

In which I propose a new format for this podcast.

A review of the DVD documentary based on the book, "Icons of Evolution."

Those who argue against evolution claim that is is racist, and has been used to justify horrible acts of instutitional racism. Is this supported by the theory?

It is often said that evolution is incorrect because it cannot account for information. This week, a good friend of mine explains information theory and why this criticism is misplaced.

How does evolutionary theory explain the fact that humans don't have hair on their body except for a few weird places?

Men have nipples, and yet they don't use them for lactation. How does evolutionary theory explain this?

Critics of evolutionary theory say that this concept represents a fatal controversy. Are they right?

This week, I answer several listener questions submitted by email.

Is a biological foundation of homosexuality precluded by evolutionary theory?

Is there any evidence against evolutionary theory that has been produced by those who deny it?

A look at the science behind the techinque of radiometric dating. Also, listener email!

Is evolutionary theory just useful for ivory tower scientists, or is it relevant to practical everyday life?