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There is a well organized and well funded effort to gut the Bill of Rights in this country and in the age of Trump, secular people seem to taking it on the chin more often. Secular Left is meant to be the light in the fog of Christian Nationalism supporting the idea that toxic religious belief is the root of most social justice issues today.

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Local Church And State Implications: Busing, Vouchers, And Politics

March 27, 2024 16:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MB

We update a local school busing dispute involving families wanting better accommodations for their children being transported to a Catholic school, citing concerns about early start times and religious freedom violations. In the discussion on Ohio's school voucher expansion, concerns were raised about the diversion of public funds to private schools without proper oversight. Despite the intention to aid students in struggling public schools, data showed that isn't happening and is probably ...

Racism: A Deplorable MAGA Feature

March 16, 2024 13:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

We delve into the Ohio 2024 primary elections where three white Republican candidates in the congressional race are resorting to racist rhetoric in their campaign ads. These candidates include State Representative Derek Merrin, who is a Christian nationalist known for his anti-LGBT stance and attacks on trans kids. The episode explores how these candidates dehumanize undocumented individuals by perpetuating a false narrative of a border invasion by dangerous drug smugglers. Their campaign ...

Republican Irony Unpacked: Diversity Battles and Reproductive Rights

February 27, 2024 17:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Do political and religious conservatives really understand DEI? We challenge popular misconceptions about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, confronting the unfounded fears that it poses a threat to traditional values. We dissect the essence of DEI, illustrating how it nurtures communities where every individual, irrespective of their background, is acknowledged, valued, and given equitable opportunities. Contrary to the myth about affirmative action, DEI seeks representation and fairness, no...

Jon Stewart Can't Save Us From Doddering Old White Men

February 15, 2024 13:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

We explore the controversial subject of police conduct, particularly in situations where an individual seeks to commit 'suicide by cop.' We then shift to the media's fixation on President Biden's age, questioning why it garners such attention and criticizing how coverage distracts from more substantive political discourse. Finally, we share our thoughts on the disappointing return of Jon Stewart to the Daily Show and how he plays into unneeded political equivocation. Show Notes Support the ...

Compassion Collides with City Laws in the Case of Dad's Place

January 27, 2024 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Former evangelical minister Bruce Gerencser joins us to unravel a legal tangle where religious freedom clashes with municipal zoning laws. We dissect the contentious situation surrounding Pastor Chris Avell, a friend of Bruce's, who's currently embroiled in a federal lawsuit against the city of Bryan, Ohio. We dissect the merits of Avell's decision to transform his church into a 24/7 sanctuary for the homeless. With Christian Nationalists making this a national story and the First Liberty In...

Countering Bad Faith Religious Freedom Protection

January 06, 2024 15:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MB

Humanists International just released their 2023 Freedom of Thought Report that documents the efforts to protect or not protect religious freedom in all the countries in the world. The US government created the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom in 1998 to call out countries that violate religious freedom. One of these efforts is trying to hold the powerful accountable for religious freedom and the other is a bad faith attempt to privilege Christianity using the pow...

Exploring the Moral Courage of Investigative Journalists with Dr. Anthony Feinstein

December 18, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MB

How far are you willing to go for the truth? How much are you ready to risk for justice and freedom of speech? Join us as we traverse the treacherous terrain of investigative journalism with our guest Dr. Anthony Feinstein, author of the book 'Moral Courage 19 Profiles of Investigative Journalists'. Dr. Feinstein takes us through the intricate concept of moral courage, a crucial attribute for journalists navigating danger, standing on principles, and displaying extraordinary endurance. Imag...

The Struggle for Real Religious Freedom: A Talk with Andrew Seidel

December 02, 2023 17:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Ever wondered why the separation of church and state is a formidable pillar of modern democracies? Join us as we dissect this essential concept with no other than Andrew Seidel, the vice president of strategic communications for Americans United, an accomplished author, and a relentless defender of the First Amendment. With over a decade of experience in law, Andrew's insights into the legal concept of 'standing' and how the ever-important separation of church and state influences the issues...

Challenging Stereotypes: Keith Semple on Music, Atheism and Fiction

November 13, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

Jam-packed with insights and experiences, we sit down with Keith Semple, an eminent musician with a quarter-century-long journey in the industry. Starting his career in Northern Ireland, he's now making waves in the US, not just with his music, but with his engaging podcast, The Semple Truth. Keith shares his thoughts about his secular humanist beliefs and how atheists often demonstrate the highest level of religious literacy. His straightforward and bold views on the importance of challengi...

Can Herb Kay's 1964 Plan Make America Great Again?

October 25, 2023 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

We delve into the life and philosophy of Herb Kay, a man with diverse experiences ranging from being an NSA analyst, a salesman, to serving time in prison. His stint in prison, as result of bad choices during the 2008 real estate collapse, helped him experience people with underprivileged backgrounds and shaped his views on issues such as gun control, mass incarceration, other societal issues and inspired him to conceive 'The 1964 Plan'. Herb claims his political approach transcends party l...

Unmasking Ohio Politics with The Rooster

October 11, 2023 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

We meet the person behind the Rooster, DJ Byrnes. He is a renowned video blogger and former political candidate, known for his audacity in unveiling the political landscape of Ohio and who sparks fear in the religious zealots infecting the Ohio Statehouse. He made his name when he posted the infamous video that ultimately cost Urban Meyer his NFL job. Rooster shares how video blogging can significantly impact politics, his experiences capturing content on social media platforms and his insig...

A Superficial Look On The Future of Islam with Eric Brazau

September 27, 2023 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

Can a reformed Islamophobe be redeemed and can a non-Muslim speak about the complex relationship between progressive and orthodox Islam with any creditability? Eric Brazau's look at Islam began in an unexpected place - while he was incarcerated. His enlightening perspectives and observations are shared in his book, 'Muslim Reformers versus Fundamentalists.' This provocative work tackles the pressing question of how Islam is interacting with, and shaping, Western civilization. Eric's book fur...

Truth and Deception about Ohio's Reproductive Rights Amendment

September 13, 2023 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MB

Prepare yourself for an enlightening ride into the obscure frontiers of political intrigue and misinformation warfare, as we shine a light on a heated conflict unfolding in Ohio. Learn about the conservative and Christian Nationalist groups opposing the Reproductive Rights Amendment, the sly tactics they employ, and the false narratives they propagate to hinder its passage. We focus on a particular social media post that has been circulating and scrutinize the distortion of facts in it. We a...

From Old Church to Climbing Gym: St. Anthony's Totally Uncalled For Transformation

August 21, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

We explore the latest twist in the tale of closed St Anthony Church in Toledo. Saved from demolition to be a place for affordable housing and/or a community event space. The Lucas County Land Bank decided to ditch what the community wanted and went with the idea of converting the church into a climbing gym, a project proposed by a company known for a similar creation near Wildwood Metro Park. Why did the Land Bank ignore the community? Our episode also looks at controversial decisions aroun...

Decoding the Conservative Mind of Professor Lee Strang

August 03, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

Today's episode takes us to Northwest Ohio as we probe into the intriguing life and ideologies of Professor Lee Strang. Engulfed in legal and societal debates, Strang plays multiple roles - a University of Toledo Law School professor, public charter school founder, anti-abortion activist, and advocate for conservative think tanks at Ohio law schools. We navigate the highs and lows of his highly charged Christian nationalist perspective, addressing his influence on law, education, and society...

Charlie Kirk Is Wrong About Affirmative Action

July 18, 2023 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

People like Christian Nationalist Charlie Kirk and the US Supreme Court get affirmative action in college admissions wrong. The racist assumption is a marginalized group would be automatically unqualified to attend an elite college without it. Affirmative action doesn't elevate unqualified people it levels the playing field. Then we look at Christian Nationalists who use the argument that they must save the children when targeting gender affirming care and Drag Queens, while ignoring religio...

Religious Freedom or Discrimination: Tackling Recent Supreme Court Rulings

July 05, 2023 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MB

We tackle the controversial Supreme Court decision, 303 Creative LLC versus Elenis. This case revolves around a Christian graphic designer from Colorado who refuses to provide services to same-sex couples. We unpack the court's ruling, which distorts the First Amendment, and the potential implications for both religious and non-religious individuals. We explore the nuances of the case, including the alleged made-up injury, and the designer's willingness to provide services to LGBT individual...

Climbing the Walls of Controversy: Sacred Space and Media Revision

June 20, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

Can you imagine converting a historic church into a rock climbing gym? This week, we tackle the controversy surrounding the potential repurposing of St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Toledo, Ohio. As plans emerge to transform the church, we question the suitability of one idea for the distressed neighborhood and explore possible alternatives. We also touch on the deletion of a scene in the 1971 film The French Connection. What are the implications of the scene's removal, and how does it affe...

Religious Bigot Gary Click Targets Trans Kids

May 26, 2023 16:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

We meet Ohio House Representative Pastor Gary Click who introduced an anti-Trans bill and lies about his motivation for it. Next Republican bullies try to intimidate Ohio public school boards complaining about vouchers. And finally we find out that Nebraska legislator Megan Hunt, a darling of the secular democratic movement doesn't like labels or atheism. Show Notes 00:50 Rep. Gary Click Lied About Motivation For Anti-Trans Bill 15:21 Ohio GOP Tries to Intimidate Ohio School Boards Complai...

Religious Bigot Gary Glick Targets Trans Kids

May 26, 2023 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

We meet Ohio House Representative Pastor Gary Glick who introduced an anti-Trans bill and lies about his motivation for it. Next Republican bullies try to intimidate Ohio public school boards complaining about vouchers. And finally we find out that Nebraska legislator Megan Hunt, a darling of the secular democratic movement doesn't like labels or atheism. Show Notes 00:50 Rep. Gary Glick Lied About Motivation For Anti-Trans Bill 18:57 Ohio GOP Tries to Intimidate Ohio School Boards Complai...

Political Scapegoating of the Trans Community

May 03, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

The last time the word contagion was used to scapegoat a group of people, six million Jews perished in the Holocaust. Transgender people, a minority of a minority, are currently the target of scapegoating in statehouses across the country. These efforts are being lead by conservatives to distract from their failed policies and unconstitutional gerrymandering. Show Notes 00:50 CBS Fumbles Zooey Zephyr Story 09:55 Montana Republican Would Let Daughter Die than Allow Her to Transition 17:52 R...

Jim Jordan Attempts To Obstruct Trump's Indictment

April 13, 2023 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Rep. Jim Jordan attempts to obstruct a state criminal case, VP Kamala Harris is a master politician, a rule giving religious student groups that discriminate school funding should go away, and we find out that vaccine hesitancy is NOT a new thing. Show Notes 00:45 Rep. Jim Jordan Attempts To Obstruct Trump's Indictment 13:06 VP Kamala Harris Deflects Comedian's Question 23:28 Student Groups That Discriminate Shouldn't Get Funding 37:46 Medical Show From The 1970s Shows Vaccine Hesitancy S...

The Ohio Legislature Sits On A Throne Of Lies!

March 26, 2023 02:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

In Ohio, a proposed amendment to protect abortion was allowed to start collecting signatures. Meanwhile, the forced-birth zealots are spending $5 million dollars to lie to Ohio voters about the amendment and their friends at the state house want to change the rules. Why do Republicans hate democracy?? Show Notes 00:45 Forced-birth Ad Lies 15:09 Changing the rules 23:15 Other Shenaigans Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now) Find ...

Maybe Drag Shows Should Hand Out Guns To Kids

March 09, 2023 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Protestors on the left are more likely to be charged as domestic terrorists. MAGAs are more threatened by drag shows than guns and Universal vouchers reward conservative selfishness. Show Notes 00:35 Protesting Cops Gets You A Terrorism Charge 19:45 Maybe Drag Shows Should Hand Out Guns To Kids 36:25 Universial Vouchers Take Money Away From Public Schools Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now) Find us on Instagram Find us on Coun...

No Outrage Politics with Bud Cornwell

February 08, 2023 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

It isn't everyday that a conservative wants to be a guest on a secular left podcast but it happened. Doug talks to a conservative podcast host about topics they will never agree on and there was no name calling. Slowly drive past the scene of this accident. Show Notes [00:45] Why would a religious conservative want to guest on a secular left podcast? [19:17] What if God was a liberal? [35:47] There is no such thing as merit scholars [46:17] Being a fan of Reagan even if he couldn't get ele...

The Debt Ceiling Myth and Abortion Bans

January 21, 2023 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB

Republicans take over the US House and immediately use the mythical debt ceiling to demand cuts to social security and medicare. Landlords in Maumee Ohio don't like regulations to make their housing safe and affordable and did you know abortion bans violate the separation of church and state. Show Notes [00:40] The Debt Ceiling Myth [17:47] Landlords Don't Want Safe And Affordable Housing [30:12] Abortion Bans Violate the 1st Amendment Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Chec...

You're So Lame Duck

December 23, 2022 15:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

GOP gerrymandering shenanigans caused an Ohio GOP State Senator to lose her seat and we look at more fun from the lame duck session of the Ohio legislature. You really didn't want your right to choose to be restored did you? Show Notes 00:35 Ohio State Senator Loses Seat Over Gerrymandering Fracas 14:24 Bad Bills Fail To Pass - whew! 31:13 More Lame Duck Voter Suppression Fun Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now) Find us on Ins...

Be A Fascist Without Telling Us You're A Fascist

November 22, 2022 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

A majority of Ohioans didn't support the relection of Governor Mike Dewine or any of the GOP office holders and the GOP wants to keep it that way by making it harder to vote. Do you know the difference between Critical Thinking and Confirmation Bias? Show Notes 00:35 Ohio Gop Won Offices With Less Than 50% Of The Vote 18:51 Don't Confuse Critical Thinking And Confirmation Bias Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now) Find us on Ins...

Religious Freedom Is Not Pie

October 26, 2022 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MB

For our 50th episode we look at religious opposition to equality efforts where we have to state again, religious freedom is not pie. Then we explain simply why government policies to address racism isn't racist. Finally we look at one local political ad that is an outright  lie and showing the ad hurts democracy. Show Notes Subscribe to updates Check out our merch 00:50 Religion Is Not Pie 14:30 Addressing Racism Is Not Racist 26:08 Political Ads That Lie Harm Democracy Support the show S...

Election Liars and Religious Deceit

September 30, 2022 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

How do you know when a GOP election ad is lying? Its lips move. And religious conservatives will do whatever it takes to force religion on all children in public schools. Their newest trick? Fake school assemblies. Show Notes Our Newsletter Our Merch 00:45 Discerning political ads 20:23 School Assembly to church pipeline Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now) Find us on Instagram Find us on Counter Social Find us on Mastadon

Being Popular Doesn't Mean Being Good

September 06, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

In this episode Doug points out what podcaster Tanner Campbell got wrong about his old remembered complaints over Atheism Plus. Then Doug gives an update about the Sylvania Bus Dispute and his thoughts on the remaking of CNN into FOX "news" Lite. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch 00:45 The Misrembering of Atheism Plus 23:11 Bus Dispute Update 33:46 A mention about the CNN purge Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on T...

The Great Religious Bus Dispute

August 17, 2022 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Two Ohio families spent a lot of money and time to complain about a new plan to bus their young children to their catholic school. They cited some recent US Supreme Court 1st amendment cases but in the end a judge used her gut feeling in helping protect the family's privilege. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our merch Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now) Find us on Instagram Find us on Counter Social Find u...

Why Politics Sucks 2022 Edition

August 03, 2022 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Did the House Progressive Caucus betray their promise on the Build Back Better Act? Ohio Attorney General David Yost needs remedial Bible study and the gun fetish in Georgia leads to the canceling of a $10 million music festival. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our merch 00:35 Did the House Progressive Caucus betray their promise on the Build Back Better Act? 12:36 Ohio Attorney General David Yost needs remedial Bible study 21:48 Gun Fetish Cancels Music Festival Supp...

Clarence Thomas, CRT, And A Touch Of Abortion

July 15, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

We explore Justice Clarence Thomas' Black Nationalism in his college years and how his thoughts on racism sounds like critical race theory. Then we talk to an abortion clinic volunteer about the loss of religious freedom from overturning Roe v Wade. Show Notes Get our free newsletter Check out our Merch 00:50 Clarence Thomas The Radical 22:36 Dobbs Decision Is A Violation Of Religious Freedom Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now)...

Religious Freedom Had a Very Bad Week

June 29, 2022 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

What is the long term fall out now that the right to privacy is in danger with end of Roe v Wade and how can this turn out worse for the Democrats. We also take a look the ramifications of the Football coach prayer case that also helps Christian Nationalists. Show Notes Get our Free Newsletter Check out our merch 00:35 The End of Roe 22:49 Coach Kneeling on a Prayer Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now) Find us on Instagram Find...

When Did Free Inquiry Turn Into David Silverman's Twitter Feed?

June 09, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

Robyn Blumner of the Center of Inquiry took the opportunity, in a recent editorial, to slam identity politics, woke progressives, and took a cheap shot at the American Humanist Association. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our merch 01:35 Blumner is wrong about Humanism 22:47 Dawkins the Snowflake 34:42 When Did Free Inquiry Turn Into David Silverman's Twitter Feed? 43:07 Why I am no fan of CFI Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find...

Mutual Respect: Merkel and Obama with Claudia Clark

May 23, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

We talk to Claudia Clark about her book "Dear Barack" that explains the unique partnership of President Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel. Claudia also gives the European viewpoint of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and finally we discuss her time as a community organizer with the group ACORN. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch 01:30 Merkel and Obama 12:23 The Russian Invasion of Ukraine 18:35 Community Organizing with ACORN Support the show Subscribe to o...

Reaching out to Secular Students with Kevin Bolling

May 09, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

Kevin Bolling faced the biggest challenge he's faced as Executive Director of the Secular Student Alliance. He had to manage the group through the pandemic and then resume regular support once the schools opened back up. SSA launched a massive effort to reach 1.4 million students. He will tell us how SSA did it and what is in store for the group. Lastly we take a look at a recent case where a professor settled a lawsuit while refusing to use the preferred pronouns of his students and how tha...

Seeing Through the Election Year Theater (Lies and Damn Lies)

April 25, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

The stench of Trump has been absorbed into the corpuscles of the Republican party so that now it isn't about policies but what fake outrage you support or are against. The electorate suffers. We take a look at some examples of this theater called a primary season here in Ohio. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our merch 00:45 Karens call the cops on Morgan Harper 13:18 Better lies through political advertising 37:44 Unicorns and Rainbows can only mean gay stuff Support ...

Ohio Republican's Supermajority of Bigotry

April 07, 2022 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Elections matter and when you can hold a super majority in the state legislature you can feed your every factless conspiracy theory fever dream and let your bigot flag fly. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter See our Merch 00:36 Announcement 05:33 Release Time Religious Instruction 25:03 Correction 26:10 Letting Your Bigot Flag Fly Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now) Find us on Instagram Find us on Counter Social ...

Gun Violence Isn't Always About Gangs And Drugs

March 11, 2022 14:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MB

Violent crime has spiked recently. Are we wasting time and money with more policing? Can having children be immoral? And where are the vigils and memorials for the thousands who died in the pandemic. One political party has blood on its hands and its initials are G. O. P. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter See our Merch 00:45 Gun Violence Isn't Always About Gangs And Drugs 13:18 Anti-natalism 21:08 Why aren't we honoring the covid dead? Support the show Subscribe to our free newsl...

In GOP-land, Ignoring Racism Is The Ideal

February 22, 2022 15:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MB

In this episode, we look at the struggles of 'moderate' Republican and retired sports reporter Michele Tafoya as she tries to stop the world from making her babies feel bad in our 'post' racial era. Tucker Carlson celebrates her American Ideal. Then we look at how the Ohio GOP is trying to run out the clock to maintain their super majority in the legislature. They are on the finish line and want to change the rules. Show Notes Subscribe our free newsletter Check out our Merch 00:50 Michele...

Bari Weiss Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things

January 27, 2022 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

In this episode Doug looks at Bari Weiss's appearance on Bill Maher's HBO show and why her flippant Pandemic of Bureaucracy is both childish and dangerous to us all. Then we look at a recent church and state case over a Boston flag pole that was heard at the US Supreme Court. It doesn't look good for secular people or for more than 40 years of settled jurisprudence. Show Notes Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter Check out our Merch 00:51 Bari Weiss Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things 18:51 Bosto...

Can Polarization Be Reduced By Exchanging Cookie Recipes?

January 14, 2022 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB

In this episode, Doug takes a look at political polarization, which many people feel is a threat to our democracy. We take a look at two projects that think talking things out will lead to shiny happy people, rainbows, and unicorns. Show Notes Subscribe to our free Newsletter Check out our Merch 01:32 One Small Step I Take 25:07 Dialog Only Angels Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now) Find us on Instagram Find us on Counter Soci...

Protecting Rapists Seems To Be Ohio AG Yost's Thing

December 31, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

In this episode, we wonder why, at the request of no one, Ohio Attorney General David Yost inserted the state into a local case and tried to prosecute a rape victim instead of the rapist. And a Federal judge tells parents they don't have a constitutional right to avoid school mask mandates. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch 00:44 Yost Sticks Nose Into Local Rape Case 19:47 Parents can't make martyrs of their children Support the show Subscribe to our free news...

Sorry Anti-Abortionists. A Fetus Is Not A Child Until It's Born

December 10, 2021 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the abortion issue because the US Supreme Court is looking at a Mississippi law that ignores established science and bans abortion at 15 weeks. We look at the history of abortion rights in this country and why the Christian Nationalist's argument that a fetus is a child is factually wrong. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch 00:58 History of Abortion Rights 16:46 A Fetus is NOT a Child Support the show Subscribe to our f...

Fetishization Of Kyle Rittenhouse

November 24, 2021 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

In this episode we look at some wrong hot takes on the Kyle Rittenhouse case and ask why it was treated differently than the Breonna Taylor case in 2020. President Biden was threatened by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops again over his pro-choice stance but the Pope stepped in to provide cover. We get an update on Ohio's terrible congressional district maps and yet another anti-abortion bill that isn't needed. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter Secular Left Merch 00:57 Kyle...

Discrimination is NOT Religious Freedom with Alison Gill

November 09, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

In this episode we talk to Alison Gill, Vice President, Legal and Policy with American Atheists, about Christian Nationalists using the 1st amendment to discriminate and how the Do No Harm Act could help restore real religious freedom. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch 00:43 The Nones and Separation of Church & State 05:53 RFRA and the Do No Harm Act 16:14 US Supreme Court and the Shadow Docket Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Me...

Bigotry And A Bitter Comedian Target Trans People

October 27, 2021 01:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

In this episode we look at another attempt by religious extremists in the Ohio legislature to kill more Trans teens. Comedian Dave Chappelle, needing to protect his manhood lashes out at LGBTQ people for not getting his jokes. And we find out who bankrolled this year's National Prayer Breakfast and why the government shouldn't be involved with religious extremists. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter 02:21 HB 454: Bigotry Toward Trans Teens 24:12 The Problem with Dave Chappelle 37:...

Three Existential Threats to Democracy

October 08, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

In this episode we look at voter suppression efforts by Republicans, a US Senate Candidate who is using the Taliban playbook, and we look at the growing issue of conservatives trying to take over school boards. Show Notes Subscribe to our free newsletter 00:47 Voter Suppression 17:34 Taliban Josh Mandel 26:44 School Board Takeover Support the show Subscribe to our free newsletter Check out our Merch Find us on Twitter(for now) Find us on Instagram Find us on Counter Social Find us on Mas...

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