TheThinkingAtheist
645 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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Episodes
Damn the Door Knockers: Porch Proselytizers and My Injured Dog
November 08, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBSeth recently had a bad experience with a church lady on his front steps. This rant/show is largely unprepped and perhaps unhinged, but it's from the heart. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Never Let a Creationist "Teach" Evolution (with Forrest Valkai)
November 01, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 87 MBBiologist Forrest Valkai has something to say about science education, evolution, creationists, and Tyrion Lannister. This is a fun one. VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/7GKYPGgFVh0 www.valkailabs.com https://www.youtube.com/c/renegadescienceteacher Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
I'm Afraid of Scrubbing Bubbles: A Show About Strange Phobias
October 25, 2022 12:00 - 50 minutes - 69 MBSome scares. Some science. Enjoy this October journey into our rational - and irrational - fears. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Ghost Stories 2022
October 18, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 119 MBDim the lights and crank the sound. Our annual Halloween tradition continues. Special thanks to guest voice actors Elle Gee and Becca Adams Weinberg. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Dominion and Shame: Purity Culture's War on the Sexual Self
October 11, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 96.8 MBIn this show, we define Purity Culture, expose its teachings and tactics, and speak with some who escaped and now help others do the same. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious Freedom (with Andrew Seidel)
October 04, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBConstitutional attorney Andrew Seidel's new book tackles the compromised U.S. Supreme Court. We talk about the problem (and possible solutions). GET THE BOOK: https://amzn.to/3UIIVep VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/Jq4kA13zOZ8 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Do We All Have a Dark Side?
September 27, 2022 12:00 - 55 minutes - 75.7 MBDo the best of people hide an inner dark side? Is there an uncivilized creature beneath the uncivilized human? We discuss. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Is Yahweh a Terrorist? (with Dr. Joshua Bowen)
September 20, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBAt the release of his new book on the Old Testament, Dr. Joshua Bowen joins us for a necessary conversation about the true nature of the biblical god. The Atheist Handbook to the Old Testament VOL2: https://amzn.to/3Dx6MHM Digital Hammurabi: http://www.digitalhammurabi.com Dr. Josh on Twitter: @DJHammurabi1 VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/U6ncVrdjuGM Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Can We Even Trust Our Own Brains? (with neuroscientist Dr. Indre Viskontas)
September 13, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MBSome fascinating (and fun) brain science on this week's show. Dr. Viskontas' website: https://www.indreviskontas.com/ Wondrium: http://www.wondrium.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
No! I'm Not Quitting!
September 06, 2022 12:00 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MBSeth Andrews has launched a second show: True Stories with Seth Andrews. He shares some examples. http://www.truestoriespodcast.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Where's the Jesus in my Juice? (and other listener calls)
August 30, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBLots of good stuff in this week's show: the Founding Fathers, a (somewhat) Catholic activist, some healthy firestarting, and one lovely caller who exclaimed that "the juice is a lie." Enjoy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
How Minds Change (with David McRaney)
August 23, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBDavid McRaney is a science journalist, host of the "You Are Not So Smart" podcast, and author of several books, including his latest, "How Minds Change." GET THE BOOK! https://amzn.to/3c1KH90 VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/I4k34HV-bNs Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
We Dissent: Four Secular Women on the Front Lines
August 16, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 54.9 MBElizabeth Cavell, Alison Gill, Monica Miller, and Rebecca Markert are attorneys and secular activists on the new podcast http://www.we-dissent.org Elizabeth Cavell: https://bit.ly/3JRiMFl Alison Gill: https://bit.ly/3Piiw3c Monica Miller: https://bit.ly/3SK4WJ8 Rebecca Markert: https://bit.ly/3psq3lP Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Everyone's Shouting. Nobody is Listening.
August 09, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBSeth Andrews shares his story about a recent encounter with an angry Christian. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Blood Cult: The Weird, Wild World of Christian Rituals
August 02, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 61.7 MBSeth Andrews takes a fresh look at the world's most popular religion, revealing how culty (and often creepy) Christian traditions and rituals truly are. VIDEO of this speech: https://youtu.be/vb_7TxW0riM Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Speaking of God, We Don't Know Sh*t" (with ex-pastor D.B. Ramsey)
July 26, 2022 12:00 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBD.B. Ramsey was theologically trained and spent many years preaching Christianity. Today, he's an agnostic, directly challenging the faith he once held dear. VIDEO of this discussion: https://youtu.be/RuN1r9RyGzI www.dbramsey.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Adopt and Make Them Christian: The Post-Roe Crusade of Christian Domionists
July 19, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBSeth shares his recent article on post-Roe Christian Dominionism, plus your calls. ONLYSKY ARTICLE: https://bit.ly/3ID9sUM
Adopt and Make Them Christian: The Post-Roe Crusade of Christian Dominionists
July 19, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBSeth shares his recent article on post-Roe Christian Dominionism, plus your calls. ONLYSKY ARTICLE: https://bit.ly/3ID9sUM Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Bad Therapy: When Unscientific Interventions Harm People
July 12, 2022 12:05 - 50 minutes - 68.6 MBDr. Alexander Williams, Dr. Yevgeny Botanov, and Dr. John Sakaluk penned a recent article titled "Bad Therapy," which addresses some unscientific - and often damaging - practices being done in the mental health profession. VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/wjfS5nS-X-w ARTICLE: https://bit.ly/3yQFJ7W SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN ARTICLE: https://bit.ly/3RjQYg4 THE STUDY: https://bit.ly/3nLCFU1 Alex Williams: @williamspsych John Sakaluk: @JohnSakaluk Eugene Botanov: @scilitlab Become a suppor...
Science VS. Snake Oil: Debunking Bunk in this Crazy World (with Timothy Caulfield)
July 05, 2022 12:00 - 50 minutes - 68.6 MBTimothy Caulfield (@CaulfieldTim) is Professor of health law & science policy, speaker, TV host & author. He joins Seth Andrews for a compelling and fun conversation about information and misinformation in the media age. VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/QkocEE3cans Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Alice Greczyn: Sex, Shame, and the Harms of Purity Culture
July 01, 2022 12:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBAlice Greczyn is a Hollywood actress, author, speaker, and activist. She escaped fundamentalist Christianity, and she tells her story. VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/zkwVkmKSpUE Alice's website: https://www.alicegreczyn.com/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alicegreczyn Her book: https://www.audible.com/pd/Wayward-Audiobook/B0B78573R5 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
My Head Is Going to Explode
June 28, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBHost rants. Your calls. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Raptor Turkeys (and Other Random Stuff We Should Absolutely Know)
June 21, 2022 12:15 - 59 minutes - 81.2 MBIt's time for another thrill-packed general knowledge show. In this broadcast, we talk about the appendix, belly buttons, cats and boxes, stoplights, blue jeans, static electricity, beef jerky, and of course, velociraptors. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
podcast626-DaveWarnock
June 14, 2022 12:00 - 35 minutes - 48 MBTerminally ill with ALS, Dave Warnock is committed to fully living the moments which remain. He discusses his life, his prognosis, and his new book. Dave's website: http://www.daveoutloud.com Book "Childish Things:" https://amzn.to/3aMw5tp VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/H9MIrZabJvk
Dave Warnock: Childish Things
June 14, 2022 12:00 - 35 minutes - 48 MBTerminally ill with ALS, Dave Warnock is committed to fully living the moments which remain. He discusses his life, his prognosis, and his new book. Dave's website: http://www.daveoutloud.com Book "Childish Things:" https://amzn.to/3aMw5tp VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/H9MIrZabJvk Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Values are More Important than Beliefs (with Dale McGowan)
June 07, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MBA past recipient of Harvard's Humanist of the Year award, Dale McGowan is an activist, speaker, author, and Chief Content Manger for http://www.onlysky.media. He joins Seth Andrews for a candid conversation about media, bias, values, religion, and how we might better our efforts to improve the world. https://dalemcgowan.com VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/aGrR8_Qpz0c Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Out Of My Cold, Dead Hands: America's Love Affair with Guns
May 31, 2022 12:00 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBIn the wake of two recent mass shootings, and inspired by a recent OnlySky article on American guns, homicide, suicide, and mental health (https://bit.ly/3LmCwjk), Seth Andrews shares his thoughts on the subject, drawn from his 2020 book, "Confessions of a Former Fox News Christian." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Supremacist Court: Activists VS. America in the Halls of Power
May 24, 2022 12:00 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBA leaked Supreme Court majority opinion reveals the impending end of reproductive choice via Roe V. Wade. What's happening, and what happens next? Special thanks to Rachel Laser of Americans United for joining the last half of the conversation. Americans United: http://www.au.org Political article on leaked draft: https://www.politico.com/news/2022/05/02/supreme-court-abortion-draft-opinion-00029473 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3...
Relatives, Rights, & Roe: Host Rants and Listener Calls
May 17, 2022 12:00 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MBIt's a variety pack this week, with plenty of listener comments and questions. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Your Moment of Science: Yvette d'Entremont in her Own Words
May 10, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBYvette d'Entremont is an analytical chemist and science educator perhaps best known as SciBabe. Seth reads several of her "Moment of Science" articles and talks to Yvette about them. Enjoy! SciBabe: https://scibabe.com On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scibabe Chiropractic article: https://theoutline.com/post/1617/chiropractors-are-bullshit Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Science of Mindfulness (with Dr. Ronald Siegel)
May 03, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 72.7 MBDr. Ronald Siegel is Assistant Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School, author of "The Mindfulness Solution," and professor for "The Science of Mindfulness" at Wondrium. Free Wondrium trial to watch the series on mindfulness: http://www.wondrium.com/seth Dr. Siegel's website: https://drronsiegel.com VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/C8Uw0uvDVZA Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Race, Representation, & Black Nonbelievers (a Conversation with Mandisa Thomas)
May 02, 2022 14:30 - 21 minutes - 29 MBOne of my lovely patrons advised that she wanted an audio-only version of this recent interview for listening. Here you go! :) VIDEO version: https://youtu.be/QOSIbO_nTOU Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Atheist Movement Is...Dead?
April 26, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBFrom time to time, someone (religious or otherwise) will declare all of atheist activism null and void. Seth Andrews examines that claim. Plus your calls. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
We Call B.S. (with Tom & Cecil of Cognitive Dissonance)
April 19, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBTom Curry and Cecil Cicirello talk about their irreverent new book, "The Grand Unified Theory of Bullshit." VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/20_ajQYaZMQ BOOK LINK: https://amzn.to/3vdqcM9 COGDIS PODCAST: https://www.dissonancepod.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Noah Lugeons: How Bad Was This Movie?
April 15, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MBNoah Lugeons hosts The Scathing Atheists and co-hosts God Awful Movies. This short bonus show features the audio from a recent video interview...conducted on Noah's birthday. Enjoy. VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/Wv4NAtTiN5Q Scathing Atheist: https://scathingatheist.com God Awful Movies: https://www.facebook.com/GodAwfulMovies Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Dishwasher Anarchy (and other observations on my birthday)
April 12, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MBSeth Andrews turns 54. He's older. He's crankier. And he has stuff on his mind. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
In Retrospect: Evangelical Conservatives, Sex, and Monica Lewinski
April 08, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MBYes, the story is 24 years old, but with the new American Crime Story miniseries airing on FX, it is reviving discussions about conduct, legality, and American puritanism and hypocrisy. VIDEO: https://youtu.be/y-RHn_XfJcE Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Are Atheists Leading People to their DOOM? (and other listener calls)
April 05, 2022 12:00 - 59 minutes - 81.1 MBIt's a potpourri of questions, opinions, and rants from our listeners. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Rage, Reaction, and a Little Hate Mail
March 31, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBLots to talk about on this bonus podcast, including a nasty letter, and some wonderful listener calls. VIDEO of this podcast: https://youtu.be/iv4LiaRE1fU Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Genesis, White Jesus, and Debating the Resurrection (with Dr. Bart Ehrman)
March 29, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MBYouTube video of this interview: https://youtu.be/EzEmmSqUCHU Debate registration link: https://bit.ly/349rOgu Genesis course: https://bit.ly/3pyXovK Dr. Ehrman's website: https://www.bartehrman.com Dr. Ehrman's blog: https://ehrmanblog.org Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Hate Preachers: Bigotry and Fearmongering by Extremist Christian "Leaders"
March 22, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 85.5 MBColumnist, podcaster, and activist Hemant Mehta joins Seth for a difficult yet necessary dive into the hate platforms like The New Independent Fundamental Baptist Movement. The featured audio clips aren't pleasant to hear, but they reflect Old Testament-based bigotry and the tragic war on our fellow human beings. VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/QuJbAs23Juk Hemant Mehta at OnlySky: https://onlysky.media/hemant-mehta Twitter: @hemantmehta Become a supporter of this podcast: https...
The Ultimate Kids' Guide to Being Super Healthy (with Dr. Nina Shapiro)
March 15, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MBDoctor and educator Nina Shapiro has a new book about keeping kids healthy. She joins us for a conversation about food, fads, medicines, and helpful advice for parents and children. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Psychic Predictions: The Track Records of Professed "Seers"
March 08, 2022 13:00 - 52 minutes - 72.2 MBRichard Saunders (of The Skeptic Zone podcast) and Rob Palmer (Skeptical Inquirer contributor) joined others in the ambitious Great Australian Psychic Prediction Project. They join the podcast to discuss their results. SI Article: https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/pondering-the-published-predictions-of-prominent-psychics Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Death, Grief, & Belief (with Dr. Terri Daniel)
March 01, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBEveryone deals with loss and grief, but not all models for recovery (especially religious ones) are helpful or healthy. Interfaith Chaplain Dr. Terri Daniel weighs in. CONFERENCE LINK: http://www.deathgriefandbelief.com TWITTER LINK: @DGBConference Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Banned on Facebook
February 28, 2022 15:15 - 4 minutes - 6.3 MBCOPY AND PASTE (use better tags if you have them, and helpfully share in the comments): The #Facebook account facebook.com/seth.andrews.31 was incorrectly flagged and banned for hate speech. The post was actually exposing and condeming the hate speech of a Texas pastor. I’m asking @meta to review and reverse this inappropriate ban re: facebook.com/seth.andrews.31 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Bob's Bicycle: Prayer, Priorities, and the God of Diminishing Returns
February 22, 2022 13:00 - 56 minutes - 76.9 MBWhen Christians celebrate "answered" prayers, they often sound ridiculous. Seth shares a chapter on the subject from his new book, "Christianity Made Me Talk Like an Idiot." GET THE BOOK: https://amzn.to/3suQng8 AUDIOBOOK (narrated by Seth): https://amzn.to/3662etk GET AN AUTOGRAPHED COPY: http://www.sethandrews.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Christian Jihad: A New Report on the Capitol Insurrection
February 15, 2022 13:00 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBConstitutional Attorney Andrew Seidel gives details on a new and comprehensive report proving that the January 6th Insurrection at the Capitol was - in fact - a Christian Nationalist war against its own country's principles. VIDEO OF THIS INTERVIEW: https://youtu.be/eRiFsjEqGpA THE FULL REPORT: https://bit.ly/3LmCVDB Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Primatology, Proof, & the Human Monkey
February 08, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 43 MBErika is a primatologist known on Reddit/YouTube as "Gutsick Gibbon." She's also an enthusiastic educator about human evolution. Sit back and enjoy this compelling and entertaining conversation. YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/yolq3d421-c Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Be Yourself (Because Nobody Else Will)
February 01, 2022 13:00 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MBListeners bring their comments and questions this week, many falling under the category of preferences, boundaries, and personal choices. The theme seems to be, "You do you." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Impossible (?) Conversations: The Best and Worst of "Woke Culture"
January 25, 2022 13:00 - 56 minutes - 77.6 MBPsychologists Dr. Hector Garcia and Dr. Valerie Tarico join us for a complex, nuanced, and thoughtful conversation about the dying of discourse in a hyper-divided world. When should we speak, and when should we shout? Are we picking the right battles? When should we declare war on awful agents? And are good people sometimes getting an unfair shake? This is a discussion about discussions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.