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David C. Smalley

312 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 734 ratings

A skeptic comedian has questions about your beliefs.

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#367 - Christian PhD vs. David Smalley

May 24, 2018 07:00 - 2 hours - 73.8 MB

John Marriot, PhD is a social scientist studying why people are leaving religion. And patrons answer questions about homeopathy. Get the full version with no ads at patreon.com/davidcsmalley.

#366 - Controversial Christian vs. David Smalley

May 16, 2018 07:00 - 3 hours - 107 MB

Outspoken Radio Host, Bryan Fischer of American Family Radio, says only Christians have First Amendment rights. He joins David to talk about it. The creator of Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure stops by to talk about his hilarious new book, The Trouble With God, and the guys play a game with Patrons to give away free signed copies. Get the full version with no ads at patreon.com/davidcsmalley.

#365 - Trae Crowder, The Liberal Redneck

May 09, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 54 MB

What you're about to hear may upset you. It'll make you laugh, it'll make you cry, but most importantly, it'll make you think. This week our guest is The Liberal Redneck, Trae Crowder. We're going to talk about funerals, do some Atheist Bible Study, learn how to book a superstar rapper at your birthday party, and visit an old Country Song Of The Week! It’s all available with no commercials at patreon.com/davidcsmalley.

#364 - Christian Counselor vs. David Smalley

May 02, 2018 08:00 - 4 hours - 126 MB

News for the 4th Listener is back, with Michael Cain. We have a Patreon Question of the Week about dating outside your religious beliefs, and our guest is Scott Steinbarger, a Christian Counselor. The after show includes Atheist Bible Study as David reads from a Children’s Bible, and audio from Michelle Wolf’s controversial speech. It’s all available with no commercials at patreon.com/davidcsmalley.

#363 - Evangelical Christian vs. David Smalley

April 16, 2018 07:00 - 3 hours - 101 MB

A Bible Thumping Christian with a background in Molecular Biology supports this show on Patreon! Joining us in studio today is Ron Morley, and he’s willing to be challenged on his views and think through his beliefs out loud as he attempts to connect the dots from science to faith. Commercial free bonus content is available at patreon.com/davidcsmalley.

#362 - The Bible on Homosexuality

April 11, 2018 07:00 - 2 hours - 80.3 MB

David does a personal and private Q&A Video with patrons, and you get to hear the audio. 4th Listener and fellow podcaster, Carson Lopez, joins David, Michael, and Darius to talk about the Bible’s impact on her self-worth when she realized she was attracted to other women. And the group discusses the recent outrage and hatred towards David on social media. Support the show at patreon.com/davidcsmalley.

Final Dogma Debate?

April 07, 2018 07:00 - 9 minutes - 4.56 MB

The show may be coming to an end. David offers an important announcement.

Christian vs. David Smalley

April 04, 2018 07:00 - 2 hours - 59.6 MB

Without God, you have nothing. That’s what Alabama Christian, Sean Connelly, said in response to a Facebook post by Dogma Debate producer, Darius Reed. David extended an invite to Sean to be on the show, and he accepted. The extended after show with no commercials is available at patreon.com/davidcsmalley.

Psychic vs. David Smalley

March 28, 2018 07:00 - 2 hours - 62.2 MB

Psychic Medium Chris Medina is in studio to give David a reading, and attempt to communicate with recently passed family members. He also reads the producer, Darius, and in the after-show, David allows his 13-year-old daughter to have a reading as well. This is not an episode you want to miss. The full ad-free show with all the extras, is over 4 hours long, and available at patreon.com/davidcsmalley.

A Search for the Afterlife

March 21, 2018 09:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB

Can atheists find heaven? Or create it on Earth? Will we be able to upload our brains to a server? Is there some truth to Futurama? Michael Shermer is a NY Times Best Selling author, and is in studio to discuss his new book, Heavens On Earth: The Scientific Search for the Afterlife, Immortality, and Utopia.

Spiritual Self Help Guru vs. David Smalley

March 14, 2018 09:00 - 3 hours - 87.5 MB

Best-selling author and spiritual self help teacher, Derek Rydall, is in studio, and is challenged by David on his book: The Abundance Project: 40 Days to More Wealth, Health, Love, and Happiness. David reads through excerpts and challenges the spiritual ambiguous language of the self-help woo industry.

Pastor vs. David Smalley

March 08, 2018 13:00 - 2 hours - 62.3 MB

A pastor whose son is an atheist, joins David to discuss doubts, faith healers, and her own concerns with the Bible.

#355 - Christian Scientist vs. David Smalley

March 01, 2018 00:00 - 2 hours - 75.3 MB

Paul Rimmer holds a PhD in Physics from The Ohio State University, and currently works at Cambridge studying abiogenesis (the origins of life). He’s a Christian who supports Dogma Debate at patreon.com/davidcsmalley and has a unique take on where religion meets science.

#354 - Christian Listener vs. David Smalley

February 22, 2018 08:00 - 3 hours - 107 MB

Is this a crisis of faith? More progress is made in this discussion than ever before on this podcast. A well-reasoned Christian supporter of Dogma Debate on Patreon, Tyson Mohr, joins David for an in-depth conversation which seems to allow doubts to surface. Also, Alex Malpass, who holds a PhD in Philosophy, joins David to discuss the most recent show, and the problems with apologist Tom Peeler's logical syllogisms.

#353 - Christian Apologist vs. David Smalley

February 15, 2018 00:00 - 2 hours - 81.9 MB

Is it possible to prove the existence of God without using the Bible? And can David make it through a conversation about God without invoking scripture? Tom Peeler uses philosophy and logic-based arguments to make his case for God.

#352 - Christian Becomes Atheist

February 07, 2018 06:00 - 2 hours - 70.9 MB

A listener of Dogma Debate reveals his upbringing in an extremely religious home, and talks in detail about the serious abuse allegations toward his father, and how the church took a shocking position on it.

#351 - Christian Cowboy vs. David Smalley

February 02, 2018 08:00 - 3 hours - 82.8 MB

Chad Prather is a conservative Christian, known as the Political Cowboy, and gained popularity with his controversial in-truck videos on politics and faith. He sits down with David Smalley in Beverly Hills to discuss Creation, Evil, and evidence for God.

#350 - Former SJW Speaks Out

January 26, 2018 06:00 - 3 hours - 96.2 MB

EXPLICIT! Comedian Jamie Kilstein discusses his time as a Social Justice Warrior, the abuse allegations that sent him into hiding, his return to comedy, and his friendship with Robin Williams. This episode covers suicide, depression, online bullying, sexual abuse, harassment, and how irresponsible journalism can ruin lives. Don’t ignore that explicit tag. This one is extremely explicit. Support Jamie by signing up at patreon.com/fuckuppod and show him some Twitter love @JamieKilstein.

#350 - Former SJW Speaks Out

January 26, 2018 06:00 - 3 hours - 96.2 MB

EXPLICIT! Comedian Jamie Kilstein discusses his time as a Social Justice Warrior, the abuse allegations that sent him into hiding, his return to comedy, and his friendship with Robin Williams. This episode covers suicide, depression, online bullying, sexual abuse, harassment, and how irresponsible journalism can ruin lives. Don’t ignore that explicit tag. This one is extremely explicit. Support Jamie by signing up at patreon.com/fuckuppod and show him some Twitter love @JamieKilstein.

#350 - Former SJW Speaks Out

January 26, 2018 06:00 - 3 hours - 96.2 MB

EXPLICIT! Comedian Jamie Kilstein discusses his time as a Social Justice Warrior, the abuse allegations that sent him into hiding, his return to comedy, and his friendship with Robin Williams. This episode covers suicide, depression, online bullying, sexual abuse, harassment, and how irresponsible journalism can ruin lives. Don’t ignore that explicit tag. This one is extremely explicit. Support Jamie by signing up at patreon.com/fuckuppod and show him some Twitter love @JamieKilstein.

#349 - Texas Preacher vs. David Smalley

January 20, 2018 06:00 - 3 hours - 96.8 MB

Psalm 14 says “The fool has said in his heart there is no God. He is corrupt. Not one of them has done good.” David talks with Eric Hernandez, a Texas Preacher, about goodness, truth, morality, and knowing God without science.

#348 - Dogma Debate 6th Anniversary Show!

January 13, 2018 10:15 - 1 hour - 47.1 MB

In celebration of Dogma Debate's 6th year, David opens up the phone lines to answer your questions.

#347 - Doubting Christian vs. David Smalley

January 04, 2018 02:16 - 3 hours - 92.9 MB

Everyone questions their faith. Few have the courage to do it before thousands of people. Jordy Moffat is a believer who supports Dogma Debate on Patreon, and was willing to share his thoughts during his journey on this podcast. To interact with Jordy and David, and share your thoughts on the episode, join us at patreon.com/dogmadebate.

#346 - Transwoman vs. Christianity

December 29, 2017 05:15 - 2 hours - 57.7 MB

EXPLICIT! Stephanie Guttormson recently underwent Gender Confirming Surgery, and reveals personal and private details about the process. She takes questions from Dogma Debate Patrons (atheists and Christians) on how it all works, and what Humanists and Christians can do to be more supportive of the LGBT community. Please email Stephanie with your support or feedback at [email protected], and join us on patreon.com/dogmadebate for behind-the-scenes access and commercial free content.

#345 - Growing Up Atheist

December 20, 2017 20:00 - 2 hours - 78.4 MB

EXPLICIT! Hollywood Comedian, Isak Allen, discusses being raised atheist, and talks about how morality, church, love for others, and his own divorce have played roles in shaping his worldview. David gets a letter from a fan about dealing with depression as an atheist, and the guys discuss celebrities who disappoint you with their political views. News for the 4th Listener by Michael Cain.

#344 - Christian Listener vs. David Smalley

December 13, 2017 12:01 - 3 hours - 101 MB

Jon Sedlak, a Christian follower of the show joins us via skype to talk morality, the many interpretations of Bible scripture, and to share his reasoning as to why he believes.

#343 - Anthony Fedorov & Shelley Segal

December 09, 2017 16:01 - 2 hours - 79.1 MB

American Idol finalist, Anthony Fedorov is in studio with Shelley Segal & Rob Robertson, to discuss faith, family, his time on Idol, and working with musicians from different belief backgrounds to make the world a better place.

#342 - In Church: Baptist Pastor vs. David Smalley

November 29, 2017 16:01 - 1 hour - 50 MB

Taking questions from the congregation, Pastor Chris Legg and David Smalley take the stage at South Spring Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas to discuss the Bible and what it really means to be atheist and Humanist.

#341 - Christian Patron vs. David Smalley

November 22, 2017 16:01 - 2 hours - 79.8 MB

Martin Brower, a Christian supporter of Dogma Debate on Patreon, joins David in studio to finally challenge him in person.

#340 - Christian Celebrity vs. David Smalley

November 15, 2017 08:01 - 2 hours - 58.6 MB

WWE Diva, Lilian Garcia, talks with David about her faith, an atheist in her family, and the crazy audition process of becoming a WWE Host and Ring Announcer.

#339 - Catholic vs. David Smalley

November 08, 2017 08:01 - 2 hours - 62.6 MB

Adam Carolla's producer and voice engineer, Mike Dawson, joins David in studio to discuss God, evil, and religion.

#338 - Christian YouTuber vs. David Smalley

November 02, 2017 07:01 - 2 hours - 72.2 MB

Is the Bible compatible with evolution? Can we rely on the New Testament as historical documents? Apologist Michael Jones from the Inspiring Philosophy ministry says yes.

#337 - Christian Talk Show Host vs. David Smalley

October 25, 2017 07:01 - 3 hours - 86 MB

Black Trump Supporter and Conservative Talk Show Host, Jesse Lee Peterson says racism doesn't exist, and leads his flock as a pastor to believe the same.

#336 - Gay Rights vs. Religious Freedom

October 18, 2017 07:01 - 2 hours - 65.9 MB

Should Christian bakers and photographers be forced to offer services to gay couples under the Civil Rights Act, or does religious freedom exempt them? Executive Director of Secular Coalition for America, Larry Decker, and Executive Director of Secular Student Alliance, Kevin Bolling, join David in studio.

#335 - Pastor vs. David Smalley

October 11, 2017 07:01 - 2 hours - 67.7 MB

What if God exists, but is evil? Is belief a choice? Pastor Chris Legg gives his best evidence for why God exists, and is worthy of worship.

#334 - Gun Control & The Lefts Problem with Language

October 04, 2017 07:01 - 3 hours - 85.9 MB

Ian, Michael, and Brandy are back in studio to discuss Davids recent blog: How the Left is Killing Language, as well as Gun Control, Free Speech, and hope for the future as David chats with an 11-yr-old fan.

#333 - Christian Apologist vs. David Smalley

September 28, 2017 07:01 - 3 hours - 100 MB

Patreon Supporter, Dan Ray, defends God on the The Book of Job.

#332 - Hollywood Writer vs. David Smalley

September 22, 2017 07:01 - 2 hours - 69.4 MB

A secular case for religion? Writer of hit TV shows Wings and Becker, Ian Gurvitz, is a secular Jew who wrote a book making a case for a religion. Phil Ferguson joins David to discuss the Mythicist Milwaukee controversy, and Sarah Levin says thanks to you, 2,000 people are contacting their representatives!

#331 - Christian Listener vs. David Smalley

September 13, 2017 15:01 - 3 hours - 87.6 MB

A Christian 4th Listener who financially supports Dogma Debate on Patreon, talks with David about God, evil, natural disasters, and more.

#330 - Animal Activist vs. David Smalley

September 07, 2017 15:01 - 2 hours - 56.1 MB

President & Founder of Mercy For Animals, Nathan Runkle, is in studio with David to discuss his recent farming episode, and the misinformation Nathan believes is being given to the public about the farming process. Sarah Levin from Secular Coalition for America gives activists an easy way to make a difference. Please do this survey! podcastone.com/mysurvey

#329 - Lawrence Krauss, Disasters, & ANTIFA

August 31, 2017 15:01 - 2 hours - 62.2 MB

With co-hosts Ian Harris, Michael Cain, & Brandy Madden in studio, Lawrence Krauss joins David to discuss physics and science. Dr. Samantha Montano joins in to talk about what not to do for disaster victims. Plus, a deep discussion on freedom of speech and violent protests, and a special live News for the 4th Listener. Commercial free episodes at patreon.com/dogmadebate.

#328 - Gad Saad vs. Threats to Reason

August 24, 2017 15:01 - 2 hours - 56.3 MB

Back on patreon.com/dogmadebate! Jewish Professor, Gad Saad, who escaped Lebanon to avoid persecution from Islamic terrorists, joins David in studio to discuss tenets of Islam, Sharia Law, and immigration. EXPLICIT!

#328 - Islam vs. Gad Saad

August 24, 2017 15:01 - 2 hours - 56.3 MB

Back on patreon.com/dogmadebate! Jewish Professor, Gad Saad, who escaped Lebanon to avoid persecution from Islamic terrorists, joins David in studio to discuss tenets of Islam, Sharia Law, and immigration. EXPLICIT!

#327 - Nationalist vs. David Smalley

August 19, 2017 15:01 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

White Americans have a right to defend themselves, their race, and their cultures from denigration, especially from targeted abolition! - That was the tweet from Jeremiah Bannister who joins David on this episode to defend his message.

#326 - Factory Farms vs. David Smalley

August 16, 2017 15:01 - 3 hours - 94.9 MB

The Farm Babe Michelle Miller takes David on a tour of Iowa pig farms, and a dairy farm, as he records discussions with staff about slaughtering, animal housing, ethics, and their views on animal rights activists.

#325 - Female Pastor vs. David Smalley

August 09, 2017 07:01 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

Writer, Producer, and Pastor, Sharon Bollum defends religious morality vs. secular morality.

#324 - Matt Dillahunty, Seth Andrews and Aron Ra

August 02, 2017 07:01 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB

EXPLICIT! Live from St. Louis on the main stage at Gateway to Reason, take a peek into the occasional therapeutic roasting of religion that happens at skeptic conferences, and hear an internal discussion of the lacking nuance thats happening in our community.

#323 - Street Preacher vs. David Smalley

July 26, 2017 07:01 - 2 hours - 64.7 MB

Is atheism a mental disorder? Street Preacher Daniel Hedrick says so, and claims to have the cure with 3 basic forms of evidence.

#322 - Dave Rubin vs. The Left

July 18, 2017 07:01 - 2 hours - 65.8 MB

Making your opposition afraid to ask questions for fear of being labeled hateful, only prevents your goal of educating them. EXPLICIT!

#321 - Dennis Prager vs. David Smalley

July 13, 2017 07:01 - 1 hour

Dennis is a conservative radio broadcaster syndicated by evangelical Christian stations, and the founder of PragerU. He joins David in studio for a discussion on secular morality, and the Ten Commandments. Sarah Levin has a quick update on how you can be activist by texting!

Guests

Dan Dennett
2 Episodes
Richard Dawkins
2 Episodes
Cara Santa Maria
1 Episode
Sam Harris
1 Episode