Doing fine now
Is the glass half full? Half empty? Just be glad you’ve got a drink says Julian Baggini
Rationalism, Atheism & Humanism
Growing up godless
“Should you tell your four-year-old you believe we are all alone in a godless universe? My Dad did, and I turned out OK. Discounting the fact I am a comedian..."…
Book Review: The Loser Letters by Mary Eberstadt
Andrew Mueller enjoys the end of a leaden satire of New Atheism
Material errors
In arguing that quantum physics challenges the materialist view of the world, Jay Lakhani gets his science wrong, says Mano Singham
Q&A: Tim Minchin
As he prepares for his first ever arena tour, we catch up with rising rationalist star Tim Minchin
Who are you calling a fanatic?
Rationalists should think twice about using a term which has, in its day, been used to condemn those who struggle for freedom and equality, says Alberto Toscano
Variety
The American philosopher William James died a hundred years ago. Jonathan Rée calls for a return to his humane example
Thinkers: Voltaire
Fame and fortune allowed the great 18th-century writer to challenge the powers of the state, says Ian Davidson
Q&A: Daniel Dennett and Linda LaScola
A powerful new piece of research by philosopher Daniel Dennett and qualitative researcher Linda LaScola features interviews with five Christian ministers who have lost their faith but continue to preach.…
Unreasonable doubt
Climate change, AIDS, GM foods – all have their detractors. But when does disbelief become dogma? Keith Kahn-Harris explores the cult of denialism