Podcast
Faith and Science
Hosted by 3ABN Australia Radio · EN
Presented by Dr. John Ashton, a professor of chemistry and biomedical science and author of 14 books.
Listen to Dr. John Ashton explain how science is challenging evolution and supporting the Biblical account of creation
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The Miller-Urey Experiment Didn't Explain THIS - FAS2624
2w ago00:15:20Tap to summarizeWe revisit the classic "miller urey experiment" from the 1950s, which initially offered hope for understanding the "origin of life on earth" by creating amino acids. Despite this early success, the challenge of explaining "chemical evolution" from random chemicals to the specific information in DNA remains a significant hurdle in the study of "abiogenesis". Join us as we consider what it truly takes for "life on earth" to begin. Could the intricate network of peptides, enzymes, and biopolymers really form by chance? In this episode of Faith & Science, we examine the limits of the Miller-Urey experiment and the "missing editor" of our genetic code. Discover why the precise disequilibrium of cellular chemistry points to an astonishingly complex design rather than random chemical processes. 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 Biochemical Juggling Act: What Really Makes Us Alive? - FAS2623
3w ago00:14:40Tap to summarizeExplore the astonishing chemistry of biology and the zombie cell paradox. We dive deep into the fascinating science of carbon based lifeforms, DNA, and the incredible complexity of a living organism. In this episode of Faith & Science, Kaysie Vokurka and Dr. John Ashton unpack the breathtaking reality of what actually keeps a cell alive. Even with every single chemical and component perfectly intact, a dead E. coli cell cannot simply be "restarted." True life is a miraculous biochemical juggling act—a continuous, non-equilibrium state requiring hundreds of precisely timed chemical reactions happening all at once. From Gibbs free energy to intricate enzyme functions, discover the mind-blowing scientific reality of cellular complexity that points toward incredible design.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 Staggering Complexity of a Single Cell - FAS2622
4w ago00:15:20Tap to summarizeJoin 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
May 2800:15:00Tap to summarizeExplore 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
May 2100:15:02Tap to summarizeExplore 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
May 1400:14:15Tap to summarizeExplore 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
May 700:14:00Tap to summarizeDiscover 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
Apr 3000:14:47Tap to summarizeAnimal 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
Apr 2300:14:29Tap to summarizeDoes 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
Apr 1600:13:53Tap to summarizeButterfly 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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