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Dynamic energy fields illustration depicting electromagnetic waves, representing theoretical physics concepts like Maxwell's equations with intricate detail and vibrant colors
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Denyse O'Leary
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September 8, 2025
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What If Science Tried Doing Without Materialism?

In a thoughtful review of The Immortal Mind, John Zmirak points to the way it currently underlies most popular presentations of science
Denyse O'Leary
September 8, 2025
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Arts & Culture, Philosophy of Mind, Science
Without materialism. math still adds up, physics and chemistry are still true, and logic still works. Only forgettable projects would be forgotten. Read More ›
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September 3, 2025
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Michael Egnor at The Stream: How the Mind Transcends the Brain

In his interview with John Zmirak, Dr. Egnor points out that epileptic seizures do not involve abstract thought because that type of thought is not simply a product of the brain
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September 3, 2025
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Neuroscience, Philosophy of Mind
He noted that pioneer neurosurgeon Wilder Penfield started out as a materialist but became a dualist as a result of discovering things like these. Read More ›
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August 29, 2025
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Why the Mind Matters: No Free Will = No Guilt — Thus No Innocence

Michael Egnor spells out the true consequences of materialism: We come to be seen as animals to be managed by government
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August 29, 2025
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Free will, Philosophy of Mind, Politics
Materialism, Egnor says, is rarely defended explicitly; rather, objections are brushed off and prominent objectors may be Canceled. Read More ›