Albert Einstein’s ‘God letter’ reflecting on religion up for auction
Nick Spencer comments on the upcoming auction of Einstein’s ‘God letter’ in New York. 04/12/18
Articles
Nick Spencer in conversation with Rowan Williams
Nick Spencer talks to former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams about his recent book, ‘Christ the Heart of Creation’ (2018) 04/12/2018
Podcast
Nick Spencer for BBC News: Sacked vegan claims discrimination in landmark case
Nick Spencer comments on the case of Jordi Casamitjana, who wants to establish ethical veganism as a belief protected by law. 03/12/2018
Articles
The long walk of the Cross
Nick Spencer reviews ‘The Crossway’ by Guy Stagg, which recounts the author’s 10 month pilgrimage to Jerusalem. 20/11/2018
In Brief
When atheists lack the courage of their convictions
Nick Spencer’s book Atheists: The Origin of the Species cited in the Economist. 15/11/2018
Articles
AI and MRS GREN: What does it mean to be human?
Nick Spencer argues that the embodiment of human thought constitutes the thin red line between humans and Artificial Intelligence. 11/10/2018
In Brief
Weaponising the Enlightenment
Nick Spencer reviews ‘The Catholic Enlightenment’ by Ulrich L. Lehner, re–examining an overlooked period of intellectual history. 01/10/2018
In Brief
“What you will see depends on the questions you ask”: Talking, Quantum theory, and God
Leading science writer, Philip Ball, talks to Nick Spencer about his new book, ‘Beyond Weird’, quantum theory and the limits of language. 17/09/2018
In Depth
Quantum Theology
Nick Spencer explores how the challenges we face when talking about the quantum world can illuminate theological discussions. 17/09/2018
In Depth
Arguments against Archbishops
Nick Spencer examines the arguments often levelled against the contribution of Archbishops to economic debates. 11/09/2018
In Brief
A White House divided against itself cannot stand
Nick Spencer reflects on Trump’s presidency in the wake of sustained criticism of his moral leadership. 06/09/2018
In Brief
On not moving on: Nick Spencer takes on new role as Senior Fellow
Nick Spencer steps down as our Research Director to take on a new role as Senior Fellow. 04/09/2018
In Brief