Darryl Sloan

Quantum physicists don’t like “woo woo”

Darryl — Wed, 22 May 2013 21:58:34 +0000

Quantum physics provides a description of the universe that takes us past dualism into non-dualism, where everything is entangled as a unity. If physicists integrated this into their lives meaningfully, it would be a mirror of the understanding that esoteric spirituality has described for millennia. But instead, some call it “woo woo,” and they baulk at ideas like psychokinesis and telepathy – phenomena that are made theoretically possible by the implications of quantum physics.

The dark side of religious community

Darryl — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:48:22 +0000

Religion can appear to generate a caring community environment, like an extended family. It’s impressive – as long as you tow the party line. But it can all change in a heatbeat, when you find yourself no longer in the “in group.”

This is a video response to Earl Portland’s video “Imagine a world without religion.”

Why I am not an atheist

Darryl — Tue, 07 May 2013 22:01:31 +0000

The follow-up to my video “Why I am not a Christian.” It’s not an either-or dilemma, as many assume.

Why I am not a Christian

Darryl — Mon, 06 May 2013 08:44:59 +0000

Inspired by Bertrand Russell’s essay of the same name, I discuss what I consider to be the strongest argument against Christianity.

Divinely protected? Get real!

Darryl — Thu, 02 May 2013 20:21:25 +0000

How can a Christian believe that God has a special plan for his life, when we live in a world where an innocent five-year-old girl can be kidnapped, raped, and murdered?

Amazing psychic abilities & public credulity

Darryl — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 21:03:16 +0000

Discussing people’s propensity to believe amazing things without sufficient evidence. Healthy skepticism is essential, but don’t let it prevent wonder.

Can you forgive the murderer of a loved one?

Darryl — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 21:01:13 +0000

Is it appropriate (or possible) to forgive the murderer of a loved one? My second video on this theme, refuting common Christian ideals, prompted by the criticisms of YouTube user Matthew4Nineteen.

Character building opportunities from bullies & trolls

Darryl — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:41:17 +0000

Why do bullies bully? Why do trolls troll? How should we respond effectively to their antagonism?

PsiCam: your chance to try long-distance psychokinesis

Darryl — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 20:43:55 +0000

YouTube user MindHACKER has set up a PsiCam, a live feed enabling anyone to try out psychokinesis over a great distance. Psions, give it a try, while it’s available.

Forgiveness: get real (with yourself)

Darryl — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:19:10 +0000

When should we forgive an offence – always? Is that possible? Is it even desirable? A complex topic.

Ethics without God: endgame

Darryl — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 14:09:10 +0000

Concluding my debate with an Evangelical Christian (YouTube user Matthew4Nineteen). Can you have meaningful morals without relying upon divine revelation to define right and wrong objectively for the human race?

The power of a personal symbol

Darryl — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 00:54:17 +0000

How to construct and use a personal symbol as a means of empowerment and focus for your life. I call mine “The Dark Wheel.”

The absurdity of divine judgement & forgiveness of sin

Darryl — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:43:55 +0000

Christians believe that we will all be judged by God for our actions. I believe this threat totally misses the point of why our actions matter.

Video response by Matthew4Nineteen:

Further response by Frater Oculus:

By science alone? (For atheists)

Darryl — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 23:15:33 +0000

A total reliance on the physical sciences, to the exclusion of philosophy, is a shortsighted way of attempting to model reality. Science, like philosophy, deals with abstractions – only it’s not often realised.

Video response by Nick Dutch:

Discussing psychokinesis, magic, philosophy & scepticism with Sin Jones

Darryl — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 11:36:14 +0000

I was recently interviewed by occultist Sin Jones, who was fascinated (but healthily sceptical) of my claims about psychokinesis: