In this episode, we interview Benjamin Watkins - an author, speaker, podcaster, and host  @RealAtheology . Ben walks us through his transition to atheism, gives some arguments in support of atheism, and exposes some philosophical problems with theistic systems. Regardless of your worldview, you will find this episode helpful and enlightening. Follow Zach:https://www.instagram.com/zachlee_isppc/https://twitter.com/zacharytleehttps://isppc.org/Follow Benjamin:https://x.com/SpeedWatkins?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthorhttps://www.youtube.com/c/RealAtheology0:00 Exploring Atheism and Philosophy with Benjamin Watkins8:25 Defining Atheism: Beyond Lack of Belief to Rigorous Debate14:31 Debunking Misconceptions About Atheism and Atheists20:15 Exploring Atheism and Theism: Arguments and Philosophical Challenges29:02 Debating Material Minds and the Spatial Location of Consciousness32:27 Exploring Arguments for Atheism and Theism in Philosophical Debate42:18 Experiencing a Total Solar Eclipse Is Awe-Inspiring and Terrifying43:19 Exploring Hume's Argument From Design And Its Implications47:26 Exploring Atheistic Ethics Through Rationality and Fairness54:27 Faith and Rationality: A Philosophical Exploration1:01:36 Essential Resources for Understanding Atheism and Its Philosophical Roots