Thinking Faith S02E14| Faith, Science, and the Art of Debate with Dr. Daniel Kuebler - Part 1

In this episode of Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett Salkeld are joined by Dr. Daniel Kuebler, a biologist from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Together, they explore the complex but fruitful dialogue between faith and science, focusing on Dr. Kuebler’s work on evolutionary theory and its place within Catholic thought. The conversation also considers the limits and possibilities of academic debate—when it helps, when it hinders, and how we might approach difficult topics with both clarity and charity. Whether you're passionate about theology, science, or both, this episode offers a compelling invitation to reflect on how we engage with one another in the search for truth. Discover Dr. Kuebler's newest book, Darwin and Doctrine: The Compatibility of Evolution and Catholicism at Word On Fire: https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/darwin-and-doctrine 00:49 Meet the Hosts and the Guest 02:53 Dr. Kuebler's Background and Work 06:26 The Debate Controversy 14:32 Ideological Challenges in Debating Creationism 18:42 Navigating Debate Formats 19:15 Misconceptions About Evolution 21:28 Debating in a Catholic Context 23:06 The Role of Theology in Scientific Debates 26:46 Interpreting Scientific Data 29:01 Challenges with Young Earth Creationism 33:11 Teaching Evolution in a Catholic Setting 34:38 Conclusion and Farewell

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