18. Leo Igwe on New Future for Freethought, Atheism and Humanism…

"We should acknowledge that humanism is something that beats in the heart of every human being" Dr Leo Igwe This week James, Lola & AJ are joined by legendary human rights activist, Leo Igwe. We discuss the merits of Darwin Day, Leo's decades of campaigning for freethought and against superstition and Leo's vision for a new future for atheism and humanism in Africa. Episode references Guardian; How should we address Charles Darwin's complicated legacy?JC Candnedo; Tai Solarin DayH...

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"We should acknowledge that humanism is something that beats in the heart of every human being" Dr Leo Igwe

This week James, Lola & AJ are joined by legendary human rights activist, Leo Igwe. We discuss the merits of Darwin Day, Leo's decades of campaigning for freethought and against superstition and Leo's vision for a new future for atheism and humanism in Africa.

Episode references

Guardian; How should we address Charles Darwin's complicated legacy?
JC Candnedo; Tai Solarin Day
HUK: Humanists highlight Rwanda bill flaws
HUK: MPs raise Mubarak Bala case
HI: Free Mubarak Bala Campaign

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18. Leo Igwe on New Future for Freethought, Atheism and Humanism in Africa