Intelligence Squared Debate on NPR

Would the world be better off without religion?

I absolutely love this debate on religion held at NYU and broadcast on NPR. I have my own opinions on the subject of course, but I don't have time now to go into much detail. In brief, I'll say that the question is not clear on whether the world remains the same other than the departure of religion, or if humans experience a change that makes religion no longer necessary making the world better because that evolution has occured. Regardless, both sides do a good job of defending their positions and the conversation is fascinating.

Recording here

Link here