Robert J. Marks Remembers Tech Pioneer Walter Bradley
On today’s episode of Mind Matters News, Dr. Robert J. Marks joins Andrew McDiarmid, host of the ID The Future podcast, to share some of his personal anecdotes and professional insights about Dr. Walter Bradley, a scientist, humanitarian, and trailblazer in the world of intelligent design who passed away this year at the age of 81. As Marks explains, one way Bradley greatly impacted the lives of others was through pioneering work in the field of appropriate technology. Bradley was driven to apply his engineering skills to address the needs of third-world countries, realizing they often required technology appropriate for their context, rather than sophisticated materials or weapons. Bradley’s work focused on helping local citizens take the lead at the local level. Marks also discusses how Bradley successfully integrated his faith in God with his work. “He didn’t bible thump, he didn’t proselytize, but he was never hesitant about sharing his faith,” says Marks. “Walter was gentle and respectful, but he had a boldness and he had a courage that served him well.” This conversation originally aired on ID The Future, a podcast from the Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and Culture.
Additional Resources
- For a Greater Purpose: The Life and Legacy of Walter Bradley by Robert J. Marks and William Dembski
- Robert J. Marks’ obituary of Walter Bradley
