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Episode Synopsis
Is Humanism a religion?Aleem Maqbool speaks with former Blue Peter presenter and author, Janet Ellis, about the path that led her to adopt Humanism.This sparks a discussion on the nature of Humanism and the various rituals and beliefs associated with it. Joining Aleem for the discussion are:Professor Alice Roberts - Vice President of Humanist UK and author of The Little Books of Humanism and The Little Book of Humanist FuneralsTheo Hobson - Theologian and author of God Created Humanism: the Christian Basis of Secular Values Lola Tinubu - Co-founder of the Association of Black Humanists in London.Producer: Katharine Longworth
Assistant Producer: Linda Walker
Assistant Producer: Linda Walker
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