TheThinkingAtheist
647 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2.6K ratingsSeth Andrews, a former Christian broadcaster and believer for 30 years, ultimately escaped the bonds of superstitious thinking to embrace the more satisfying explanations that science provides.
A professional video producer and host of one of the most popular atheist communities on the internet, Seth Andrews brings a polished format, a relaxed environment and a rage-free challenge to the religious beliefs that defined his youth.
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I'm a Preacher's Kid
June 16, 2015 23:00 - 1 hour - 93.5 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist They're often known as PKs. Preacher's kids. Children of clergy who often grow up either embracing or condemning the often strict church cultures imposed upon them. They've seen the "ministry" from behind closed doors, and their stories are enlightening. In this broadcast, we explore the life of a Preacher's Kid. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jediism and the Religions of Film
June 09, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist This is a fun one. Seth Andrews explores some religions borne or (or influenced by) iconic films. In this episode, he interviews a representative of The Temple of the Jedi Order (Star Wars), and a Dudeist Priest from The Church of the Latter Day Dude (The Big Lebowski). These are likely not the churches you'd see on a neighborhood street corner, but they're out there, and we're going to take this opportunity to find out more. ...
Blame
June 02, 2015 14:00 - 1 hour - 83.7 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist In last week's episode, Seth Andrews mentioned that his laptop was stolen from a parked car. This scenario sparked an intense debate about criminals, victims, responsibility, society, poverty and privilege. The opportunity was too good to pass up, so we're continuing the discussion on this broadcast. Featuring Dr. Jerry Coyne, and Dr. Bo Bennett, plus your calls and emails. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www...
Change
May 26, 2015 11:00 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBSponsored by the Freethought Florida Convention. Tickets and details at http://www.free-flo.org Change. It's the universal constant. Seth Andrews spends a candid evening speaking about the unexpected, difficult, scary and often exhilarating idea of change, and some interesting changes in his own life. Also support TTA content at: http://www.thethinkingatheist.com (CONTRIBUTE tab) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Show That Wasn't There
May 19, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Seth's original show topic fell through this week. So, this podcast ISN'T the show he'd planned, but it will be an enjoyable potpourri of emails, calls, topics and ideas. Sometimes, the unplanned parties are the best ones. Come join us. David Thorne "The Permission Slip": http://27bslash6.com/easter.html Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Openly Secular with Todd Stiefel and John Davidson
May 12, 2015 15:00 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Two special guests share their perspective on tonight's show: Todd Stiefel is a graduate of Duke University and spent 12 years as a key player at Stiefel Laboratories. Now a full-time activist, Todd is one of the driving forces behind the Openly Secular site and campaign. He also involves himself with secular humanist causes and charity work. John Davidson has spent much of the last half-century as a popular television person...
The Weirdest Websites in the World
May 05, 2015 23:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist This one's just for fun. Our listeners submit links to the weirdest, wildest and wackiest websites they've encountered. They can be religious sites, non-religious sites, whatever. Your humble host will browse the content and read from these online gems for your listening pleasure. Submit your weird website to: [email protected] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingathei...
My Family Thinks I'm Going To Hell
April 28, 2015 23:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.harrys.com (promo code: thinkingatheist) Are you an atheist (or perhaps an adherent to a religion apart from that of your parents, siblings, children or distant relatives), and your loved ones are terrified that you're sliding the slipper slope toward damnation? This podcast is about the fears of the faithful, the damage done by religious concepts of Hell and torment, and the liberation that comes in living without fear. Neil Carter's blog, "You're (Not) Go...
Unholy Trinity Down Under - Q & A (Sydney, Australia)
April 21, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist In March of 2015, the Atheist Foundation of Australia hosted atheist activists Matt Dillahunty, Aron Ra and Seth Andrews (under the tongue-in-cheek tour title, "The Unholy Trinity Down Under"). This is the hour-long Q&A session from Sydney. The speakers' presentations from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne are posted on AFA's tour website: http://www.unholytrinitydownunder.com Special thanks to the AFA: http://atheistfoundation....
Unholy Trinity Down Under - Seth Andrews "The Good Old Days"
April 20, 2015 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBIn March of 2015, the Atheist Foundation of Australia hosted atheist activists Matt Dillahunty, Aron Ra and Seth Andrews (under the tongue-in-cheek tour title, "The Unholy Trinity Down Under"). T The speakers' presentations from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne are posted on AFA's tour website: http://www.unholytrinitydownunder.com Special thanks to the AFA: http://atheistfoundation.org.au Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/supp...
Unholy Trinity Down Under - Aron Ra "Biblical Absurdity"
April 19, 2015 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBSPONSORED BY: http://www.evolvefish.com In March of 2015, the Atheist Foundation of Australia hosted atheist activists Matt Dillahunty, Aron Ra and Seth Andrews (under the tongue-in-cheek tour title, "The Unholy Trinity Down Under"). The speakers' presentations from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne are posted on AFA's tour website: http://www.unholytrinitydownunder.com Special thanks to the AFA: http://atheistfoundation.org.au Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/...
Unholy Trinity Down Under - Matt Dillahunty "Why Won't You Love Me?"
April 18, 2015 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBSPONSORED BY: http://www.evolvefish.com In March of 2015, the Atheist Foundation of Australia hosted atheist activists Matt Dillahunty, Aron Ra and Seth Andrews (under the tongue-in-cheek tour title, "The Unholy Trinity Down Under"). The speakers' presentations from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne are posted on AFA's tour website: http://www.unholytrinitydownunder.com Special thanks to the AFA: http://atheistfoundation.org.au Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www....
Random Reason 2015 (You Pick the Topic)
April 14, 2015 23:00 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Tonight's show is a casual conversation about...whatever. Is a certain issue on your mind? Have a perspective, story, opinion or rant you want to share? What "random reason" would you like to bring to the show? Tonight's your night to sound off. Your calls and emails: [email protected] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Christian Music: Behind the Curtain
April 08, 2015 04:00 - 1 hour - 79.8 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist George Perdikis was one of the founding members of the Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) group, the Newsboys. In January 2015, he came out as an atheist. In this broadcast, George speaks about his experience as a Christian artist/minister and his apostasy, and we also hear from others who once played to packed houses on the CCM stage. How much of CCM is ministry? And how much is money? We ask those questions (and more) toni...
Coexist?
March 29, 2015 11:30 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBWhat happens when ire meets insomina? Join your humble host for a late-night (and impromptu) rant about religion, reason, "proofs" for the supernatural and the often-claimed charge that everybody should simply hold hands, celebrate their differences and "coexist." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
A Night of Cognitive Dissonance
March 17, 2015 23:30 - 1 hour - 106 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Cecil and Tom are hosts of the irreverent radio podcast, Cognitive Dissonance, which addresses current events from the atheist and skeptical perspective. They join Seth Andrews for an entertaining (and random) hour of conversation. Cognitive Dissonance podcasts can be heard at http://www.dissonancepod.com Seth's guest appearance on CD 2-9-15: http://ec.libsyn.com/p/f/c/8/fc88cd6c56430443/cd206.mp3?d13a76d516d9dec20c3d276ce0...
For Goodness' Sake
March 10, 2015 12:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Many claim that good and moral acts cannot exist outside of the concept of God. Many also believe that humanity has become increasingly turbulent, violent, sinful and wicked, and they yearn for the simple, moral days of old. In this broadcast, we speak with three special guests about "goodness:" 1) John Figdor, Humanist Chaplain at Stanford University and co-author of the book, "Atheist Mind / Humanist Heart" http://www.ath...
The Unitarians
March 04, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Unitarian churches are essentially promoted as houses without walls, places were diverse opinions and cultures can converge in safety and without judgment. But how can churches not have doctrines, specific holy books and/or dogmas? Does the Unitarian church have merit as a place of respectful discussion on topics relating to belief, purpose and truth? What are the colors, cultures, branches, sects and flavors of Universalist...
Religious Schools, Religious Rules
February 25, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist There are few experiences like attending a religious elementary school, high school or university. Some religious institutions of "learning" are mild, moderate and relatively benign. Others operate like puritan prisons. And the strict (and often bizarre) rules imposed by these schools can be interesting, entertaining, and often alarming. This show features the experiences and stories of those raised in religious school enviro...
The Debunkers
February 18, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 98 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.harrys.com (promo code thethinkingatheist) Faith healers! Crystals! Power bracelets! Kinoki pads! Applied kinesiology! Chakras, Chi and Positive Vibrations! There's a lot of bunk out there. In this podcast, a panel of three "debunking" experts join Seth Andrews for a lively (and often hysterical) conversation about science, scams and our weird world of woo. ON THE PANEL: Dr. Harriet Hall (the SkepDoc) is an MD, a retired family physician and former Ai...
I Was Outed!
February 11, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist It's one thing to "come out" as an atheist (or even someone with doubts) to associates, friends and family. It's another thing to be "outed" by someone else, often against your knowledge or wishes. This podcast talks about the challenges, both personal and professional, of those who've had their non-belief exposed on someone else's terms. Seth's "letter" of encouragement: http://www.thethinkingatheist.com/blog/86/A-Letter-o...
Sacred Cows
February 04, 2015 15:30 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBIn this podcast, Seth Andrews explores the notion of "sacred cows" (ideas, icons and customs supposedly sacred and immune from criticism), and he reads a full chapter from his new book of the same name. If you'd like to pre-order an autographed copy of the book (shipping in April and May 2015), check out the website: http://www.sacredcowsbook.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Fear of Death
February 04, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Believers in Heaven look forward to an afterlife. But does their belief in posthumous existence alleviate their fears about death and dying? How does the atheist approach the reality that, one day, the curtain will close on his/her life? Join us for an intriguing exploration of the subject of death. Your calls and emails: [email protected] Carol Fiore's book "Flight Through Fire" - http://www.amazon.com/gp/pro...
Google Chat: The Unholy Trinity Goes to Australia
February 01, 2015 17:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBThe Atheist Foundation of Australia is hosting a "Down Under" tour with Matt Dillahunty, AronRa and Seth Andrews in March 2015. Join them for a casual chat about the "trinity," the trip, and whatever else comes up in conversation. TOUR DETAILS: http://www.unholytrinitydownunder.com VIDEO OF THIS CONVERSATION ON YOUTUBE: http://youtu.be/NLndXednlT4 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
I'm Offended!
January 28, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Often in conversations regarding religion, one party (or both) will declare that they're offended by a statement, belief, position or action. But what does it mean to take offense, and should we be concerned about what others might consider offensive? We explore the issue. Your calls and emails: [email protected] Dan Arel's article: http://www.patheos.com/blogs/danthropology/2015/01/charlie-hebdo-has-a-right-to-...
In the Wake of Charlie Hebdo
January 23, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBOn January 7, 2015, two masked gunmen killed 12 people, 11 of whom worked for the French satirical newspaper, "Charlie Hebdo," a publication with a reputation for lampooning Islam and its prophet. Terror alerts remain high, and in the wake of the killings, Charlie Hebdo remained defiant, publishing a caricature of Muhammad on its very next issue. Millions of copies immediately sold. Soon after, Pope Francis declared his condemnation of the attack and hi support for free speech, but also de...
Ryan Bell: A Year Without God
January 21, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Ryan Bell, a former Seventh-day Adventist pastor, lived as an atheist for the entire year of 2014, chronicling the journey on his blog, http://www.patheos.com/blogs/yearwithoutgod. In December of 2014, Bell announced in an NPR interview that he no longer believes in God. Both Christians and atheists have rallied around this declaration, for good and for ill. In this very special broadcast, we speak personally with Ryan Bell a...
200th Episode
January 14, 2015 00:00 - 1 hour - 65 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Seth Andrews joins a live audience for this very special 200th episode. Kick off the New Year with this celebration of the big 2-0-0. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
2014- The Year in Review
December 30, 2014 19:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist It's our annual wrap-up of the best (and worst) of 2014. What are the things that made the headlines? Scientific breakthroughs? Best films? The most iconic figures? The biggest successes and failures of the year? Join us for the final broadcast of the year. Salon Article: http://www.salon.com/2014/12/20/were_putting_an_end_to_religion_richard_dawkins_bill_maher_and_the_exploding_new_american_secularism Become a support...
The Question of Christ
December 22, 2014 17:00 - 1 hour - 136 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Is there any evidence for a real Jesus? Was Jesus' story borrowed from earlier religions and cultures? Is Jesus really the reason for the Christmas season, which is being celebrated globally this week? In this podcast, Seth Andrews speaks to three historians who have dedicated much of their lives and writings to the subject of Christ and Christianity: Dr. Richard Carrier, David Fitzgerald and Dr. Robert M. Price. Join us for...
What You Don't Know About Religion (but should) with Dr. Ryan Cragun
December 16, 2014 14:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Dr. Ryan Cragun is an Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Tampa, and he specializes in the sociology of religion. A former Mormon (now atheist), Cragun has released his new book for which this show is titled. Join us as we talk about religion around the world, its claims versus reality, and the stuff about religion which isn't known (or being taught), but should be. Link to Dr. Cragun's book: http://www.amaz...
Talk Nerdy with Cara Santa Maria
December 10, 2014 00:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.harrys.com (coupon code: thinkingatheist) Cara Santa Maria has dedicated her life to improving science literacy by communicating scientific principles across media platforms. A North Texas native, she currently lives in Los Angeles. Prior to moving to the west coast, Cara taught biology and psychology courses to university undergraduates and high school students in Texas and New York. Her published research has spanned various topics, including clinical psych...
If The World Ended Tomorrow
December 02, 2014 17:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBSUPPORT OUR (NEW) SPONSOR: http://www.harrys.com (use promo code: thinkingatheist to get $5 off your purchase) Imagine this. You receive the news that today will be your last day on earth. Your last day anywhere. How would you populate the final hours of your life? What people would you see? What foods would you eat? What things would you do? Would you react with fear and panic, or would you bask in the warm glow of inevitability? This show allows us to think about what we might do ...
Please Read This on the Air
November 25, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 103 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.evolvefish.com It's a holiday week. In this relaxed show, listeners submit various things for Seth to read on the air. No real rules on this one, so if you have something interesting for the host to lend voice to, send it in for consideration: [email protected] ROBERT GREEN INGERSOLL "What I Want For Christmas:" http://en.wikisource.org/wiki/What_I_Want_for_Christmas THE ONION ARTICLE: http://www.theonion.com/articles/horribly-awkward-firs...
No Longer Quivering
November 18, 2014 13:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist The Quiverfull Movement is a lifestyle among fundamentalist Christians which believes that an abundance of children is in compliance with God's perfect will. Contraception equals abortion, a heinous sin against God, so the only "family planning" that's done is a prayer to the sky that His will be done. The Quiverfull Movement is highly patriarchal and often has a dark side in relation to the rights of women and children. In th...
Testing 1 2 3
November 15, 2014 02:30 - 1 hour - 100 MBKilling some time. Testing some new gear. Talking about whatever. It's a casual evening among friends, and a very loose "unscheduled" radio podcast for the TTA audience. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Tipping Point
November 11, 2014 17:00 - 1 hour - 112 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist For many who have escaped from religious beliefs and cultures, there was a single event (or series of events) which ultimately tipped them over the edge. In this podcast, we hear the personal stories of apostates, and the "tipping points" which ultimately caused them to call themselves non-believers. Share your story at [email protected] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/theth...
Should We Mock Religion?
November 04, 2014 17:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist The late Christopher Hitchens once said that "Mockery of religion is one of the most essential things...one of the beginnings of the human emancipation is the ability to laugh at authority. It's indispensable." But does the mockery of religious belief close minds (and doors) as skeptics attempt to promote rationalism and disabuse superstitious people of their faiths (and is that even a goal)? Should the ridiculous be ridicul...
Unoriginal Faith (with AronRa)
October 28, 2014 18:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Our original podcast guest had to postpone, so AronRa jumps into the mix for a casual (and random) conversation with Seth Andrews about God, Satan, the shattered Ten Commandments monument, Governor Rick Perry, a host of pre-Christian deities and some details about the Australia leg of the Unholy Trinity Tour in 2015. Sit back, relax and enjoy this conversation among friends. ARON'S SKEPTOKON SPEECH: http://www.patreon.com/creat...
Ghost Stories 2014
October 22, 2014 16:30 - 1 hour - 90 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.evolvefish.com It's an annual tradition. Each October, in advance of Halloween, we gather around the virtual campfire to share our favorite ghost stories. (Yes, atheists often love tales of the supernatural, as we enjoy all manner of fiction and storytelling.) So dim the lights, place a candle in the jack-o-lantern, and join us for some spooky tales of things that go bump in the night. History of Halloween podcast: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thethinkin...
It Scares Me!
October 14, 2014 23:00 - 1 hour - 76 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist It's October, the season of Halloween and a time when we fright and delight each other with spooks, scares and things that go bump in the night. In advance of next week's "Ghost Stories" podcast (a yearly tradition), we spend this episode talking about the things that scare us. Rational fears. Irrational fears. The things that make us shudder. The things that make us scream. Your calls and emails welcome. Scared of somethi...
Bob Ripley: a Preacher's Deconversion
October 07, 2014 12:30 - 57 minutes - 52.2 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Reverend Bob Ripley was a minister for over 30 years, with 15 of those years as Senior Minister at Metropolitan United Church, one of the most prominent churches of the United Church of Canada. He wrote a syndicated column discussing religion for 25 years. In his September 26, 2014 column on LFPress, he announced to the world that he no longer believed in God. He's releasing a book which chronicles his journey, titled "Life Be...
I'm an Angry Atheist
September 30, 2014 23:00 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBSupport our sponsor: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Quite often, religious people declare that all atheists are "angry atheists." Is this an accurate statement, and what place does anger have in the battle against superstition? What are the stories behind those who have been genuinely hurt by religion, and how does anger help and/or harm our ability to persuade others to embrace an evidence-based, dogma-free life? This podcast is about the angry atheist. Seth's Patreon page:...
Scientology Unmasked
September 23, 2014 23:00 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Created by the late science fiction writer L. Ron Hubbard, Scientology is a religion/cult which teaches that humans are actually immortal beings who, having forgotten their true nature, require intensive (and expensive) "auditing" techniques to rediscover their true, immortal selves. Reports and allegations have been made, by journalists, courts, and governmental bodies of several countries, that the Church of Scientology is an ...
Bedtime Bible Stories (that will terrify your kids)
September 16, 2014 16:00 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://absenceofclothing.com Children raised in Christian homes are almost always surrounded by beautiful and inspiring tales hand-picked by parents for bedtime. They're inspired by Jesus' miracles. They learn about Zacchaeus and the sycamore tree. They sing about Joshua and the walls of Jericho. They read the joyous tale of Noah's Ark and the boat filled with (often colorfully-drawn) animals. In this podcast, we talk with Joey Kirkman, co-author of "Bedtime Bible ...
I Used To Believe Strange Things
September 09, 2014 16:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Many skeptics and rationalists come from religions, cultures and behaviors that stand far apart from their current relationships with reality. This show takes an entertaining look at the strange beliefs many atheists once held and explores how otherwise rational minds can entertain the irrational, the unusual and the bizarre. Want to tell your story? Email [email protected] Become a supporter of this podcast: htt...
Freestyle
September 02, 2014 23:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist We had to move some shows around at the last minute, so tonight is a "freestyle" podcast, where you talk about whatever's on your mind. WEDDING GIFT BEYOND BELIEF (charity drive): http://www.razoo.com/story/A-Wedding-Gift-Beyond-Belief Seth's Patreon page: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Can Atheists Be Republicans (with CJ Werleman)
August 26, 2014 23:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBSponsored by FREE-FLO 2014 – Freethought Florida Orlando, October 10th- 12. http://www.free-flo.org Author, columnist, public speaker and proud atheist CJ Werleman has just released a book titled, "Atheists Can't Be Republicans." (http://www.cjwerleman.com/my-books/atheists-cant-be-republicans.html) We were curious as to Werleman's claim, so tonight he joins us for a podcast that will undoubtedly be a spirited conversation about religion, politics, big money and the Grand Old Party. ...
Skepticism and Mental Health
August 20, 2014 23:00 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist GIVE A WEDDING GIFT: http://www.razoo.com/story/A-Wedding-Gift-Beyond-Belief SECULAR THERAPIST BLOG ARTICLE: http://freethoughtblogs.com/greta/2014/08/20/secular-therapist-project/ JERRY COYNE'S ARTICLE ON ROBIN WILLIAMS (with Stephen Fry letter): http://whyevolutionistrue.wordpress.com/2014/08/12/robin-williams-depression-and-stephen-fry In recent weeks, we've been dealing with the human mind and its ability to accept irrat...
A Wedding Gift Beyond Belief
August 14, 2014 16:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBIn this "bonus" podcast, your humble host shares some (often humorous) stories from his recent Alaska wedding, and then he asks the radio audience for a wedding gift. That gift...is probably not what you're expecting. VISIT THIS LINK TO GIVE YOUR WEDDING GIFT (and thanks!): http://www.razoo.com/story/A-Wedding-Gift-Beyond-Belief Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.