Faith and Science
3ABN Australia Radio
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Presented by Dr. John Ashton, a professor of chemistry and biomedical science and author of 14 books. The podcast explains how science is challenging evolution and supporting the Biblical account of creation.
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The Staggering Complexity of a Single Cell - FAS2622 04.06.2026 15นาทีJoin Dr. John Ashton as we explore the staggering complexity of cell biology. Discover the intricate chemistry and DNA required for life, revealing why the "simple cell" is a scientific masterpiece. In this episode of Faith & Science, we dive deep into the microscopic world of E. coli to understand the profound biological engineering required for life to exist. Blending philosophy and science, we examine the precise manufacturing of biopolymers, the interdependence of enzymes, and why the sheer mathematical probability of these structures forming by chance challenges our understanding of the universe. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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The Astonishing Complexity of Spontaneous Generation - FAS2621 28.05.2026 15นาทีExplore the fascinating biochemistry of early earth and the mystery of abiogenesis with Dr. John Ashton. We uncover why the history of spontaneous generation and the complex chemistry of DNA reveal a profound reality. In this episode of the Faith & Science series, we dive into the microscopic world of molecular machines and the scientific laws of biogenesis. From the historical experiments of Redi and Pasteur to the modern headlines about the origin of life, we examine what the scientific evidence actually shows about life coming from non-living matter. Beyond the chemistry, we also explore the deep worldview implications of our origins—how it impacts morality, our trust in human reason, and our ultimate purpose. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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The Astonishing Fine-Tuning of the Universe - FAS2620 21.05.2026 15นาทีExplore the astonishing fine-tuning of the universe and the exact precision of the cosmological constant. Dr. John Ashton reveals how the laws of physics and the origin of time point to a grand design. In this episode of Faith & Science, we dive into the incredible mathematical probabilities of our existence. From the exact calibration of gravity to the relationship between matter and time through the lens of relativity, we uncover the breathtaking complexity of cosmology. Join us for a fascinating conversation exploring how our world was perfectly calibrated for life, and why the deep mysteries of physics leave us in awe. Watch our companion series Science Conversations.www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists #FineTuning #Cosmology #FaithAndScience
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The Octopus Eye: A Case for God - FAS2619 14.05.2026 14นาทีExplore the fascinating intersection of science and faith as Dr. John Ashton reveals the engineering found in biology. Discover how intricate biological systems point to the existence of god. In this episode of Creation Conversations, we dive into the incredible biological systems that challenge gradual, step-by-step development. From the microscopic motor of the bacterial flagellum to the highly advanced structure of the octopus eye and the intricate anatomy of mammalian ear bones, we explore how interdependent parts must exist simultaneously to function. If you love exploring the mysteries of human origins and the engineering hidden within the natural world, this deep dive will leave you amazed. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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The Echolocation Ability That Points to a Creator - FAS2618 07.05.2026 14นาทีDiscover how bat echolocation works as bats use high‑frequency sound, sonar, and the Doppler effect to hunt in total darkness. This science documentary–style interview explores bat echolocation, wildlife, animal facts, and the astonishing design built into these nocturnal creatures. In this episode of Creation Conversations, creation researcher Dr John Ashton explains how bats send out rapid sound pulses and read the echoes to “see” their world. We look at how bats can detect objects as fine as a human hair, catch tiny insects in mid‑air, and navigate cluttered environments with incredible precision. You’ll learn how echolocation works, why bats use such high frequencies, and how the Doppler effect allows them to calculate distance and speed in real time. We also explore amazing examples of bats that fish using sonar, and how they even compensate for sound waves reflecting off the water’s surface. As the discussion unfolds, we compare bat echolocation to advanced human technology and ask whether such tightly integrated biological systems are better explained by random mutations or by intelligent design. This calm, educational conversation introduces ideas from creation science and faith and science without heated debate, inviting viewers to think carefully about the evidence in nature. If you’re interested in wildlife, science, biblical creation, or evidence for a Creator, this episode will help you appreciate bats as one of the most remarkable examples of design in nature. Watch to the end for a clear summary of why bat echolocation is such a powerful case study, and how examining creation through science can deepen our understanding of both the natural world and the mind of the Creator. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygqDiscover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists #FaithAndScience #CreationScience #IntelligentDesign
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Ancient Animal Vision: What the Fossil Record Shows - FAS2617 30.04.2026 14นาทีAnimal vision reveals astonishing evidence in the fossil record. From trilobite eyes to the Cambrian explosion, ancient life points to extraordinary design. Explore the paleontology of eye complexity.In this episode of Faith and Science, Kaysie Vokurka speaks with Dr. John Ashton — author of The Big Argument: Does God Exist? — about the remarkable diversity of animal eyes and what fossils reveal about their origin. From eagles spotting prey over 3km away to mantis shrimp with 16 types of colour receptors, each eye design is precisely matched to its environment. But perhaps most striking is what trilobite fossils show: fully formed compound eyes — complete with calcite lenses engineered to bend light at exactly the right refractive index — appearing suddenly at the base of the Cambrian layers, with no simpler precursors in the fossil record. Dr. Ashton examines why mutations face a major bottleneck in explaining such complexity, what the fossil layers reveal about global extinction events, and why paleontology raises profound questions about life's most sophisticated systems. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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Octopus Eye vs Human Eye: Powerful Evidence for Design - FAS2616 23.04.2026 14นาทีDoes the octopus eye reveal intelligent design? In this Faith & Science episode we compare the octopus eye vs human eye, exploring octopus vision, blind spots, biological design and what this means for creation and evolution. Join host Kaysie Vokurka as she talks with creation researcher Dr John Ashton about why the octopus eye is often more advanced than the human eye. You’ll hear how its spherical lens, layered refractive index and lack of a blind spot challenge standard evolutionary explanations like convergent evolution. We explore: why the octopus eye design is so precise, how it solves engineering problems our own eyes don’t, and why “random mutations” struggle to account for this level of complexity. The conversation then widens to other biological design clues – from octopus intelligence and problem‑solving, to amazing animal migration in monarch butterflies and cuckoos. Together, these examples point to a super‑intelligent designer and support a biblical creation view of life’s origin. If you’re curious about faith and science, intelligent design, creation vs evolution, or you simply love learning about the wonders of biology, this gentle, evidence‑focused discussion is for you. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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From Caterpillar to Butterfly – How Did This Even Happen? - FAS2615 16.04.2026 13นาทีButterfly metamorphosis is far more than a cute nature story. The caterpillar‑to‑butterfly transformation, the “liquid soup” inside the chrysalis, and the precise genetic programming all challenge blind evolution and point to intelligent design. In this Faith & Science episode, Kaysie Vokurka talks with creation scientist and author Dr John Ashton about what really happens when a caterpillar becomes a butterfly — and why this dramatic change is powerful evidence for a Creator. You’ll hear about:• How the code for both caterpillar and butterfly is already written in the egg• Why a “half‑developed” butterfly would die, not slowly evolve• The role of dormant cells and enzymes that switch on at just the right time• Why even expert chemists struggle to copy these processes in the lab• What fossils reveal about butterflies appearing fully formed If you’ve ever watched a butterfly emerge and wondered “How is that even possible?”, this episode will give you a deeper look at the science behind metamorphosis — and what it suggests about purpose and design in nature. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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Your Body Has Backup Systems for Everything—Here's Why - FAS2613 02.04.2026 14นาทีAre the redundant systems in the human body just a coincidence, or powerful evidence of intelligent design? In this Faith & Science episode we explore biological redundancy, creation science, and design in nature.From the Cori cycle in your muscles to the Circle of Willis in your brain, your body is filled with built‑in backup systems that keep you alive when things go wrong. Are these life‑saving redundancies really the product of blind mutations and natural selection – or do they point to a purposeful Creator? Join Kaysie as she talks with a scientist about:• How the Cori cycle lets your muscles keep working when oxygen is low• Why the Circle of Willis protects your brain if a blood vessel is blocked• Redundant organs like two kidneys and two lungs – and what happens if you lose one• The liver’s amazing regenerative ability and what that suggests about design• Brain plasticity and how other regions can take over after injury• Symmetry, coordinated development, and complex biochemical pathways• Whether random mutations can realistically build these integrated backup systems If you’re curious about the intersection of faith and science, this conversation will help you think more deeply about how your body works – and what that might say about its Designer. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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DNA: The Code That Points to a Creator - FAS2614 02.04.2026 14นาทีHow does the “code of life” point to a Creator? In this Faith & Science episode, we explore DNA as a sophisticated information system, the limits of random mutation, and what leading chemists say about origin of life. DNA is often called the “code of life” – but just how advanced is this code compared to human technology? In this conversation, Kaysie Vokurka talks with scientist and author Dr John Ashton about why DNA looks far more like engineered information than an accident of chemistry. Together they discuss:• Why DNA is a digital code vastly more complex than computer software• Why the chemical reactions needed to build and read DNA only occur inside living cells• The “chicken and egg” problem of DNA and the ribosome – a built‑in code reader• Why known mutations only modify existing genetic information instead of creating brand‑new code• How protein folding, chirality and 3D shape make “chance assembly” incredibly unlikely• Why many see DNA as powerful evidence for an intelligent Creator, not blind processes If you’re curious about the intersection of science, information, and faith – and want a calm, thoughtful look at DNA and origins – this episode is for you. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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Brain vs Mind: The Evidence Pointing to a Creator - FAS2612 26.03.2026 14นาทีIs your mind more than your brain? This Faith & Science episode explores brain complexity, mind vs brain, consciousness, and intelligent design, asking whether our incredible neural networks point to a Creator. Join Kaysie and her guest as they unpack:• How about 100 billion neurons and 100 trillion connections work together in the human brain• Why the brain’s processing power, multitasking, and reaction speed challenge purely evolutionary explanations• “Human computers”: elite athletes, concert pianists, and savants who showcase staggering mental and physical coordination• The crucial difference between the physical brain and the non‑material mind• How thoughts, creativity, morality, and free choice point beyond chemistry and neurons• Molecular codes and irreducible complexity inside our brain cells• Stories of answered prayer, premonitions, and supernatural guidance• What Scripture and creation science say about the mind, the soul, and our CreatorIf you’ve ever wondered whether you’re just “brain chemistry” or something more, this calm, evidence‑based conversation is for you. • Share in the comments: Have you experienced an answered prayer, a miracle, or a moment of clear supernatural guidance in your life? Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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ATP Synthase: Nature's Rotary Motor Decoded - FAS2611 19.03.2026 14นาทีAre molecular machines like ribosomes and ATP synthase powerful evidence for intelligent design ? In this Faith & Science episode, we explore how protein synthesis , molecular machines , and cellular motors challenge a purely materialistic story of life. How do ribosomes read DNA like coded instructions? Why is ATP synthase called the “engine of life”? And can undirected evolution really build these interdependent systems step by tiny step? Join Kaysie as she talks with a scientist about:• How ribosomes act like microscopic assembly lines• Why ATP synthase looks like a designed rotary motor• The role of DNA instructions in building proteins• Irreducible complexity in cellular systems• What this means for the debate over creation and evolution• How science can strengthen a biblical faith in a Creator Whether you’re a student, teacher, or just curious about how faith and science fit together, this conversation will help you think more deeply about the design we see in living cells. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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Blood Clotting & The Case for Intelligent Design - FAS2610 12.03.2026 14นาทีCan the 12‑step blood clotting cascade and our immune system really arise by random evolution? In this Faith & Science episode we explore irreducible complexity, probability, and intelligent design in the human body. Join Kaysie as she talks with a scientist about how the blood clotting cascade works, why every clotting factor must be present at the same time, and how our immune system depends on precisely coded DNA instructions. We look at mutations, autoimmune disease, and the staggering probability barriers facing naturalistic evolution. You’ll hear how irreducible complexity in biochemistry challenges materialism and supports a Creator behind the design of life. This episode is ideal for students, educators, and anyone exploring the evidence for biblical creation and intelligent design.• What is the blood clotting cascade?• Why is it an irreducibly complex system?• How does DNA code for enzymes and clotting factors?• Do mutations create new systems or just damage existing ones?• What does this mean for evolution vs creation? Watch to the end for a clear, lay‑friendly explanation of how the human body points beyond chance to an intelligent Designer. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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The Science of the Soul: Mind vs Brain - FAS2609 05.03.2026 15นาทีIs consciousness just a chemical reaction? We explore the Mind vs Brain debate and how Information Theory challenges Materialism. Discover the scientific evidence for the non-material and a non-material Creator.In this episode of Creation Conversations, we dive deep into one of the biggest questions in science and philosophy: Are we just physical bodies, or do we have a non-material component? We examine why thoughts, ideas, and creativity cannot be explained by material atoms alone, and how this points directly to the existence of an Intelligent Designer. From the complexity of DNA to the historical evidence for Jesus, join us for a logical journey from science to faith.Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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Evolution’s Fatal Flaw: The Information Problem - FAS2608 26.02.2026 14นาทีDoes Evolution violate the laws of science? We explore how Information Theory and the origin of life present a mathematical impossibility for random chance, pointing instead to Intelligent Design.In this episode of the Faith & Science series, we break down the complex arguments against the spontaneous generation of life. We discuss why DNA is considered non-material information and how the laws of thermodynamics and probability challenge the Darwinian narrative. From the complexity of ribosomes to the statistical improbability of protein formation, we examine the scientific evidence that supports a Creator. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists #intelligentdesign #originoflife #creationism
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DNA Proves God Exists Using Information Theory - FAS2607 19.02.2026 15นาทีCan science prove God exists? Discover how DNA and information theory provide undeniable scientific evidence for intelligent design. In this episode of Faith & Science, we explore why the complex code found in our cells could not have arisen by random chance and why evolution is scientifically impossible according to the laws of information. Discover Werner Gitt’s laws of information, demonstrating that non-material information requires a mental source. We break down the difference between matter, energy, and information, using the "writing in the sand" analogy to show why a Creator is the only logical explanation for the genetic code. In This Episode:• Scientific Evidence: Why DNA functions exactly like a language.• The Code Reader: Why a code is useless without a mechanism to read it (the ribosome).• The Probability Problem: Why random mutations cannot generate new information. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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Big Bang vs God: The Truth About The Beginning of the Universe - FAS2606 12.02.2026 15นาทีDoes God exist? Discover the powerful scientific evidence for God found in the Kalam cosmological argument. We explore why the universe had a beginning and how faith and science point to a Creator.In this episode of Faith and Science, we unpack the logic that challenges atheistic perspectives on the universe's origin. From the laws of entropy to the fine-tuning of gravity, we examine why a "created" universe is the most logical conclusion. We discuss:• The three core claims of the Kalam Cosmological Argument.• Why the universe cannot be eternal (and the problem with infinite time).• Addressing the common objection: "If God created the universe, who created God?"• Why the First Cause must be personal, non-material, and outside of time. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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The Multiverse vs. Design: Scientific Evidence for a Fine-Tuned Universe - FAS2605 05.02.2026 15นาทีDive into a thought‑provoking conversation exploring the anthropic principle, the multiverse theory, and the fine‑tuning of the universe as evidence for a Creator. Kaysie Vokurka and Dr. John Ashton unpack why some scientists embrace untestable cosmological ideas, the metaphysical assumptions behind modern materialism, and the growing challenges facing the Big Bang model. From redshift anomalies and the work of Halton Arp and William Tifft to the deeper question of whether science can truly explain our origins, this episode of Faith and Science examines the debate between naturalism and intelligent design. A compelling discussion for listeners interested in cosmology, apologetics, and the intersection of faith and scientific inquiry. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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Is the Universe Fine-Tuned for Life? Scientific Evidence for God - FAS2604 28.01.2026 15นาทีScientific evidence for God is revealed in the fine-tuning of the universe and the mathematical impossibility of chance. In this episode, we explore intelligent design, expose Big Bang theory problems, and analyze why the cosmos cannot be accidental. Discover why the precise laws of physics—from Newton’s gravity to entropy—point directly to a Creator. In this video, we cover: The Fine-Tuning Argument: Why the physical constants of the universe are set precisely for life.The Math Problem: Roger Penrose’s calculation that shows the impossibility of a chance universe (1 in 10^10^123). Big Bang Flaws: Why Inflation Theory is being questioned by top physicists at Princeton and Harvard.Circular Reasoning: How modern cosmology often assumes the answer before proving it. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL65y7saKkuQ1oAmIO63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. https://www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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Einstein Quote Reveals God? How Christians Founded Modern Science - FAS2603 21.01.2026 15นาทีEinstein's famous quote about universe comprehensibility accidentally reveals intelligent design exists. Discover how Christian scientists like Newton, Maxwell and Bacon founded modern science by believing in a Creator God who established natural laws. This Faith and Science episode exposes the shocking truth about scientific materialism versus biblical worldview, Darwin's impact on removing God from science, and why consciousness cannot be explained materialistically. Dr John Ashton reveals the historical Christian foundations of scientific discovery, the philosophical shift from design-based thinking to atheistic materialism, and why metaphysical questions about God's existence cannot be answered by physical science alone. From Newton's laws of physics to Maxwell's electromagnetic field theory, see how belief in divine order made scientific breakthroughs possible when other cultures failed. Learn why prominent scientists like Carl Sagan make metaphysical faith statements disguised as science, and discover the crucial distinction between what science can measure versus spiritual reality. Watch our companion series Science Conversations. www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6…O63aUlz98PEggxygq Discover more inspiring Christian content—browse all our video & audio podcasts here. www.youtube.com/@3abnaustraliaradio885/playlists
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