A podcast for scientific, skeptical, secular, rational and humanistic inquiry.
You’ve got answers? We’ve got questions.
118+
4.9 ★
4+
Watch Our Newest Video
What is Podcast for Inquiry (PFI)?
The Centre for Inquiry Canada (CFIC) is proud to present the Podcast for Inquiry (PFI), a series of conversations about science, secularism, critical thinking, and humanism. PFI was officially launched in January 2022.
As the official podcast of the Centre for Inquiry Canada, Podcast for Inquiry’s mandate is to host challenging, respectful conversations about complex topics. After an extensive discussion filled with intelligence and nuance, listeners should come away with more than just a surface-level understanding of the episode’s topic.
Podcast for Inquiry is all about having hard conversations.
Support & Connect
Enjoying the podcast? Consider supporting Podcast for Inquiry on Patreon to help us produce more episodes and reach more listeners.
Your voice matters to us. Send your thoughts, questions, and feedback to our email (podcast@centreforinquiry.ca) and join the conversation.
Our Latest Podcasts
Dana Korneisel on tetrapods and her book, “Dana Digs Dinosaurs”
What is a tetrapod? What is a homologue, and how does it differ from convergent evolution? Dana answers Leslie’s many questions about animal development from embryo to adult, talks about her research on amphibians and axolotls, and how her book, “Dana Digs Dinosaurs”, was inspired by the excitement of a seven year old.
Podcast for Inquiry is brought to you by the Centre for Inquiry Canada. Hosted by Leslie Rosenblood. Produced by Lee Shields, Zack Dumont, and Martin Zielinski. Graphic design by Nikolay Nikitushkin. Music by Anthony Lazaro. Please contribute to Podcast for Inquiry at https://centreforinquiry.ca/donate. Send your thoughts and feedback to podcast@centreforinquiry.ca.
Justice-Centered Humanism with Roy Speckhardt
Roy Speckardt is the past executive director of the American Humanist Association. He speaks with Leslie about his latest book, Justice-Centered Humanism. Conversation topics include:
- Roy’s journey to Humanism
- How to get Humanists involved in activism
- How Humanism leads to Social Justice
- Environmentalism Sentientism (referencing the PfI episode with Jamie Woodhouse in March 2023)
- Secularism
Podcast for Inquiry is brought to you by the Centre for Inquiry Canada. Hosted by Leslie Rosenblood. Produced by Lee Shields, Zack Dumont, and Martin Zielinski. Graphic design by Nikolay Nikitushkin. Music by Anthony Lazaro. Please contribute to Podcast for Inquiry at https://centreforinquiry.ca/donate. Send your thoughts and feedback to podcast@centreforinquiry.ca.
Misogyny in Humanism with Srishti Hukku
Do people in the Humanist movement live up to their stated ideals? How does sexism and misogyny persist within Humanist circles? Srishti Hukku has been a humanist activist for close to two decades, and shares her experiences and insights with host Leslie Rosenblood in a personal and penetrating conversation.
Podcast for Inquiry is brought to you by the Centre for Inquiry Canada. Hosted by Leslie Rosenblood. Produced by Lee Shields, Zack Dumont, and Martin Zielinski. Graphic design by Nikolay Nikitushkin. Music by Anthony Lazaro. Send your thoughts and feedback to podcast@centreforinquiry.ca.
Secular Buddhism with Noah Rasheta
Noah Rasheta integrates Buddhist philosophy into every aspect of his life. He talks with Leslie about Secular Buddhism, and they compare and contrast Buddhist teachings with Christian thought and Stoic philosophy. They discuss Noah’s book “No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners“, delving into aspects that Leslie heartily agreed with and others that required further clarification for genuine understanding.
Podcast for Inquiry is brought to you by the Centre for Inquiry Canada. Hosted by Leslie Rosenblood. Produced by Lee Shields, Zack Dumont, and Martin Zielinski. Graphic design by Nikolay Nikitushkin. Music by Anthony Lazaro. Send your thoughts and feedback to podcast@centreforinquiry.ca.
Recovering from Religion with Steve Ironside
Steve Ironside is the Ambassador Program Director for Recovering from Religion, an organization dedicated to providing hope, healing and support to those struggling with issues of doubt and non-belief. Steve describes the several services RfR offers free of charge to people trying to reconcile aspects of their lives that may not be fully consistent with their faith. Recovering from Religion hosts RfRx, a secular-themed event modeled after “TED talks”, every Monday at 8 PM ET.
Podcast for Inquiry is brought to you by the Centre for Inquiry Canada. Hosted by Leslie Rosenblood. Produced by Lee Shields, Zack Dumont, and Martin Zielinski. Graphic design by Nikolay Nikitushkin. Music by Anthony Lazaro. Send your thoughts and feedback to podcast@centreforinquiry.ca.
Marie-Claire Khadij is the Canadian Armed Forces’ first Humanist Chaplain
Marie-Claire Khadij (FB, IG, Twitter) was born into a devout Roman Catholic family, and was a practicing Christian for much of her early life. She describes her journey from faith to agnosticism to Humanism, as well as how and why she joined the Canadian Armed Forces – first as a Roman Catholic chaplain, and then as its first Humanist chaplain. Learn more about becoming a Humanist chaplain through Humanist Canada.
Podcast for Inquiry is brought to you by the Centre for Inquiry Canada. Hosted by Leslie Rosenblood. Produced by Lee Shields, Zack Dumont, and Martin Zielinski. Graphic design by Nikolay Nikitushkin. Music by Anthony Lazaro. Send your thoughts and feedback to podcast@centreforinquiry.ca.
