The Four Horsemen HD: Hour 1 of 2 - Discussions with Richard Dawkins, Ep 1

All four authors have recently received a large amount of media attention for their writings against religion - some positive, and some negative. In this conversation the group trades stories of the public's reaction to their recent books, their unexpected successes, criticisms and common misrepresentations. They discuss the tough questions about religion that face the world today, and propose new strategies for going forward.


Books by these authors:
"The God Delusion" by Richard Dawkins
"The End of Faith" by Sam Harris
"Letter to a Christian Nation" by Sam Harris
"God is Not Great" by Christopher Hitchens
"Breaking the Spell: Religion as a Natural Phenomenon" by Daniel Dennett

Filmed and Edited by Josh Timonen

[JR-zcpz]

Dawkins must've been so happy to sit next to his idol, Charles darwin.

[cooperristau]

Notice how they almost NEVER interrupt one another. Awesome to see 4 intellectuals have respect for each other

[Soknik]

Even after all these years it still hurts so much every time I'm reminded that Christopher is no longer with us. We miss you Hitch ❤️

[matthemmer]

With only two of these men left, it's an honor to have this open discussion here on youtube. Long live Daniel and Hitch.

[CaptalNumbers]

"Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens spend an afternoon with Charles Darwin and Ben Stiller"

[jamiewilson]

Hitchens speaks so beautifully, never a word misplaced. A true joy and a pleasure to watch/listen.

[EvgeniiNeumerzhitckii]

Sam Harris and Christopher Hitchens exemplify the pinnacle of spoken language skills. I haven't encountered anyone else who speaks English more eloquently while maintaining utmost clarity of thought. They reminded me of the often-forgotten fact that words carry meaning.

[tl]

We lost a great man 10 years ago today. You'll never be forgotten. RIP Hitch!

[AProtoHuman]

This is like a support group for educated rational people.

[AliceAttentionWhore]

Timestamps (Topics discussed):
00:00 Accusations of Arrogance
09:15 Spirituality and Numinosity
13:47 Perceived Arrogance of Science
14:59 Doubt
16:36 Tricks and Invalid Ways of Thinking
22:26 Good in Religion
23:58 Sophisticated Theologians
27:34 Bishops and Vicars
28:44 Moderation
31:19 Professionals and Amateurs
34:47 Authority
37:09 Mystery
45:04 The Faith Card
47:32 Scientific Disproof of God
48:33 Magic Books
50:56 Challenging Arguments Against Atheism

[Wantedbugbear]

I admire the way Richard Dawkins absorbs information and his appetite for knowledge is unfathomable.

[SCQT]

one of the better uses of the internet so far

[LeoAveiro]

Sam harris looks like he greenscreened himself into the living room

[patrickkelly]

15+ years, and this conversation becomes more relevant with each passing day.

Yes, I miss Hitch's contributions to public discourse.

On an even more positive note, it was this conversation that led me to Sam Harris.

[blackbird]

Still miss Hitch, but listening to these 4 is a breath of fresh air.

[lenloving]

“What if I’m wrong?” (15:15)

I asked my (former) pastor, “What if you’re wrong?” His response: “I’m not.” My reply, “Not even a chance?” ...”None, ” he asserted.

I was excused from his office and church shortly thereafter.

[qpSubZeroqp]

I keep coming back to this every couple of years and I want to thank everybody involved in making this meet happen

[akshatvyas]

I can listen to Christopher Hitchens all day...His way of speaking is ever so enchanting

[hassansyed]

Imagine the linguistic and emotional intelligence of Christopher Hitchens
What a classy human. A true cigar wielding, tailored suited & booted, blunt individual who will not let anything sneak past him when it comes to truth.

[kidglort]

I've watched this before, and I'll tell you what; I'll watch it again.