By RICHARD DAWKINS - RICHARDDAWKINS.NET
Updated: Wed, 05 May 2010 17:24:07 UTC - An RDFRS Original

UPDATE: We've added English, Spanish and French subtitles to all 5 episodes. They also have a translator setup that can translate into most other languages.

RichardDawkins.net now has a youtube channel (be sure to subscribe!) that allows long videos, so I've uploaded Growing Up in the Universe in high-quality, full-length episodes. I hope these will be perfect for emailing to friends and family, showing in class or assigning as homework! - Josh

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Episode 1: Waking Up in the Universe | HQ | Normal


Episode 2: Designed and Designoid Objects | HQ | Normal


Episode 3 Climbing Mount Improbable | HQ | Normal


Episode 4: The Ultraviolet Garden | HQ | Normal (featuring Douglas Adams!)


Episode 5: The Genesis of Purpose | HQ | Normal


The 'Growing Up in the Universe' Landing Page

Oxford professor Richard Dawkins presents a series of lectures on life, the universe, and our place in it. With brilliance and clarity, Dawkins unravels an educational gem that will mesmerize young and old alike. Illuminating demonstrations, wildlife, virtual reality, and special guests (including Douglas Adams) all combine to make this collection a timeless classic.

The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures for Children were founded by Michael Faraday in 1825, with himself as the inaugural lecturer. The 1991 lecturer was Richard Dawkins whose five one-hour lectures, originally televised by the BBC, are now available free online, courtesy of The Richard Dawkins Foundation for Reason and Science. The entire 5-hour program is also available on a 2-DVD set through our online store. http://richarddawkins.net/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=5

The DVD includes subtitles in English, Spanish, French and Polish.

Read the transcript:
http://richarddawkins.net/GUITUtranscript

If you enjoy these free videos, please consider purchasing the DVD and/or making a donation to The Richard Dawkins Foundation for Reason and Science to help us continue our work. Donate here: http://richarddawkinsfoundation.org/donate.php

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