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Deep Dive: Closer to Truth (2000)

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Closer to Truth
Closer to Truth is a television series created and hosted by Robert Lawrence Kuhn, first airing on PBS in 2000. The series features discussions with scientists, philosophers, theologians, and scholars about significant questions regarding the universe, God, and consciousness. The show has evolved into multiple series, with the latest iteration titled Closer to Truth: Cosmos. Consciousness. God., which began in 2008 and has run for 12 full seasons. The program invites viewers to engage with complex topics such as free will and the essence of existence. It serves as a platform for intellectual exploration and dialogue, allowing audiences to ponder profound philosophical and scientific inquiries alongside leading experts in their fields.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Robert Lawrence Kuhn, the host and creator.
  • •Engage with experts on consciousness and existence.
  • •Find out about the evolution of philosophical thought.

Did You Know

•Closer to Truth first premiered on PBS in 2000.
•The current iteration of the series launched in 2008 and has 12 seasons.
•Robert Lawrence Kuhn is both the creator and host of the series.
•The series features conversations with leading scientists and theologians.

Perfect For

Philosophy enthusiastsScience loversTheology students