‎The Spiritual Brain: Science and Religious Experience - Apple TV

EPISODE 1

A New Perspective on Ancient Questions

For many, science and religion address two fundamentally distinct realms of human experience, but scientists and theologians are increasingly discovering that these realms intersect. Learn how neuroscience is tackling some of life's biggest questions while shedding new light on humanity's most ancient and enduring beliefs and practices.
EPISODE 2

Why Do We Have a Spiritual Brain?

We humans possess highly evolved brains that enable us to create sophisticated systems of religious beliefs and practices. Examine the theories that seek to explain the development of this astounding organ, showing how and why we have such a powerful inclination to search for a spiritual realm.
EPISODE 3

Brain Function and Religion

The brain is structured in several sections, governs a variety of systems and functions, and is the central processing unit of the human body. Delve into the inner workings of this elusive organ by means of modern neuroscience to determine how various brain processes may be involved in religious and spiritual experiences.
EPISODE 4

How Does Science Study Religion?

Pursuing knowledge by means of science requires a disciplined methodology. This methodology is based in experimental approaches to its subject. Dissect the various ways in which science attempts to investigate religious phenomena, allowing you to better understand these spiritual experiences in an effort to determine their ultimate nature and makeup.
EPISODE 5

Believers and Atheists

Religion has been a fundamental part of human culture for many millennia. If the human brain is hard-wired for religious activity, then why do some people's brains reject the notion of the divine altogether? Analyze the current neuroscientific evidence for the differences between the brains of believers and nonbelievers.
EPISODE 6

Spiritual Development

Human brains are capable of producing complex spiritual thoughts and states. At what age does this capacity begin? How does this capacity change throughout a lifetime? Trace the development of the brain from infancy into adulthood and see how this physiological transformation corresponds to progressive stages of religious belief.

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