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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Religious Trauma Syndrome
January 30, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBReligion is often declared a positive force. This show explores the darker side of religious teaching and thinking, and the very real harm it so often causes, as Seth Andrews speaks with listeners, shares their stories, and speaks with Dr. Marlene Winell, the psychologist and author who coined the term, "Religious Trauma Syndrome." Dr. Winell's website: http://www.marlenewinell.net Journey Free: http://journeyfree.org Dr. Winell's book, "Leaving the Fold:" http://marlenewinell.net/leaving...
Humanism and the Challenge of Race: with Dr. Anthony Pinn
January 23, 2018 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBDr. Anthony Pinn is a Harvard-educated author, professor, and expert on theology and religious studies. He speaks with Seth Andrews about atheism and humanism, race in relation to (and beyond) the church, black religious history, and the challenges and opportunities of Humanism in the 21st Century. Dr. Pinn's website: https://www.anthonypinn.com Support our sponsor The Great Courses Plus, and get a free 30-day trial: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth VIDEO of this interview: (coming ...
What Dreams May Come
January 19, 2018 13:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this (extremely informal) commentary, Seth Andrews talks about weird dreams, cults and cultures, and the pitfalls of keeping others comfortable. Video of this commentary here: https://youtu.be/ntECXMJx_v8 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
NOprah 2020: The New Age Nonsense of Oprah Winfrey
January 15, 2018 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBAfter her inspiring Golden Globes speech, Oprah Winfrey has been touted as presidential material. But does her track record reveal someone rooted in science, evidence, and worthy ideas? Seth Andrews explains why Oprah's admirable success story doesn't translate to the U.S. Presidency. Support our sponsor, The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Slate article: https://slate.com/health-and-science/2018/01/oprah-winfrey-helped-create-our-irrational-pseudoscientific-ame...
Skeptics on Star Wars: The Last Jedi
January 09, 2018 12:00 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBSeth Andrews recently invited a group of activists and listeners/viewers to talk about the (highly polarizing) latest entry in the Star Wars film series. The discussion - and disagreement - was lively. Support Seth Andrews on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Uprising in Iran: with Armin Navabi
January 03, 2018 21:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBA historic protest is happening in Iran, as everyday citizens are rising up against the Islamic Supreme Leader and his government. Iran-born Armin Navabi helps us understand what's happening. Armin's Twitter page: https://twitter.com/ArminNavabi Website: http://www.atheistrepublic.com Atheist Republic Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AtheistRepublic VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/tJ1HNT8Q5nU Support our sponsorhttp://www.stamps.com (enter sethandrews) Become a supporter ...
2017: The Year in Review
December 31, 2017 16:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBSeth Andrews recaps some of the biggest, best, worst, and weirdest stories of the past year. Enjoy! Support Seth on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Bitcoin or Bust? Skeptical Money with Phil Ferguson
December 22, 2017 11:00 - 59 minutes - 54 MBAtheist activist, podcaster and investment advisor Phil Ferguson helps us navigate the rampant hype about Bitcoin. Phil pulls no punches, and the result is an informative (and often laugh-out-loud funny) commentary from someone who knows the ropes and knows how to talk about "skeptical money" in an engaging way. (Note: This podcast was recorded on 12/20 for an original release date of 12/26, but Bitcoin's volatility warranted an earlier release for accuracy.) Phil Ferguson's website: http...
Joseph: Confessions of an Almost-Invisible Man
December 19, 2017 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBIn the biblical nativity story, how much do we really hear about the character of Joseph? And what might Joseph have been thinking about the bizarre (and often hugely uncomfortable) situation he was placed in? This is a one-man play about a "God-father" that history has largely ignored. Made possible by our supporters on Patreon. Consider becoming a patron at http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews * Podcast thumbnail image by Vincent Deporter. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sp...
An Infidel Christmas with the Secular Jihadists
December 12, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBWhat's a Christian-themed holiday without...ex-Muslims??? Buckle up, as the hosts of Secular Jihadists from the Middle East join Seth Andrews to talk about Christmas, the biblical nativity story, and their own experiences with religion...all with a healthy dose of irreverence and blasphemy. Support our sponsors: The Great Courses Plushttp://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Stamps.comhttp://www.stamps.com (click the microphone, and type promo code sethandrews) Become a supporter of this ...
To Protect and to Serve: Religion in Law Enforcement
December 05, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBWhen taxpayer-funded police departments put "In God We Trust" decals on their vehicles, is this illegal? And what are some other demonstrations of religiosity within law enforcement? We speak to current and former police officers about this controversial topic. Support our sponsors: The Great Courses Plus http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Harry'shttp://www.harrys.com/thethinkingatheist Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/s...
A Murder in San Antonio
December 01, 2017 20:00 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBOn November 27th, a murder-suicide in San Antonio devastated loved ones and shocked all who heard the news. This is a candid discussion about that day, and an effort to raise funds for the 3 daughters of Jennifer Smith, killed by her husband, and mourned by so many. DONATE: https://www.gofundme.com/HelpTheSmithGirls News rticle about the crime: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local/crime/article/Tributes-pour-in-for-wife-slain-in-alleged-12392573.php Jennifer Smith's obituary: http://por...
Race, Science, and Society: with Dr. Eugenie Scott
November 28, 2017 09:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBDr. Eugenie Scott, a former anthropology professor, is former executive director for the National Center for Science Eduation. She is a researcher, science communicator, and an outspoken critic of claims related to biblical Creationism and the broader claims of "Intelligent Design." Dr. Scott joins the show for a frank discussion with Seth Andrews about science, anti-science, race, evolution, "Intelligent Design," and more! Support our sponsors: The Great Courses Plushttp://www.thegreatco...
I Am NOT An Atheist: Conversations about Doubt, Discovery, Good, and the Godless
November 21, 2017 09:00 - 1 hour - 94.4 MBThis broadcast features various conversations with people who - for a variety of reasons - say they are not atheists. Some are simply averse to the label. Others declare that they are "spiritual." Still others are navigating a very personal (and very difficult) road out of religious belief. These are candid and compelling discussions about belief, spirituality, labels, and the search for truth. Support our sponsor Simple Contacts: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews ($30 off your fi...
The Satanic Panic: The Witch Hunt of the Late Twentieth Century
November 14, 2017 13:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBHost Seth Andrews spoke about The Satanic Panic in a humorous (and occasionally shocking) speech at the 2017 Florida Freethought Conference. This is the audio of that speech. YouTube video version: https://youtu.be/iW6UoIjy5F4 Support our sponsor:The Great Courses Plushttp://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Henry, Reflexology, and Divorcing the Walking Dead
November 08, 2017 13:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBThis is a totally off-topic "bonus" broadcast for those who just want to listen to a non-atheism-related stream of consciousness monologue. Enjoy! Support Seth Andrews on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Or donate directly: http://www.thethinkingatheist.com/pages/donate Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Women Beyond Belief: Women and Secular Activism
November 07, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 80.1 MBSeth Andrews speaks with a panel of atheists, secular activists and educators about the opportunities and obstacles women face in the fight against religion. Dr. Karen Garst is author of the book, "Women Beyond Belief: Discovering Life Without Religion" and host of www.faithlessfeminist.com. Dr. Abby Hafer is an educator, writer, speaker, and author of "The Not-So-Intelligent Designer - Why Evolution Explains the Human Body and Intelligent Design Does Not." Wendy Marsman is a former believer...
A Disagreement Between Friends (with David Smalley)
November 05, 2017 13:30 - 1 hour - 62 MBIn the wake of the recent - and extremely controversial - Mythinformation Conference in Milwaukee, broadcasters and activists Seth Andrews and David Smalley have a public conversation about a personal disagreement, with the larger goal of demonstrating how people can disagree without becoming enemies. This is a "bonus" show on the lineup for any and all who'd like to listen in. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Is The Atheist Movement Dying?
October 31, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBSeth Andrews offers his perspective on "The Atheist Movement," its challenges, its opportunities, its evolution, and the warnings about its demise. It's hoped that you'll approach the show with an open mind, a respectfully critical ear, and the desire to build a world free from the bonds of superstition, dogma, and magical thinking. Support our sponsors: The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Stamps.com: http://www.stamps.com (promo code: sethandrews) Become a...
Fears and Phobias: What Scares You?
October 24, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBAs we approach Halloween, we again explore our (often irrational) fears, why they happen, and what we can do to overcome them. Your calls and emails, and we conclude the show with Dr. Caleb Lack, a clinical psychologist and expert on anxiety disorders. Support Seth Andrews on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Ghost Stories 2017
October 17, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBIt's an annual tradition. Join us as we gather around the virtual campfire and share spooky stories to get into the Halloween spirit. Turn down the lights, crank up the sound, grab onto a friend, and enjoy! Support our sponsor: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Support Seth on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Queer Disbelief: What LGBTQ and Atheist People Can Learn From Each Other
October 10, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBHemant Mehta of "Friendly Atheist" and author Camille Beredjick speak about "Queer Disbelief," a book (near publication) which links the atheist movement to the LGBTQ movement, exploring the similarities and differences...and what they can learn from each other. Kickstarter Page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/friendlyatheist/queer-disbelief-by-camille-beredjick Support our sponsor: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com...
Katherine Ozment: Grace Without God
October 03, 2017 12:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBKatherine Ozment is an award-winning journalist and author, with credits that include National Geographic, The New York Times, and Salon. Katherine navigated her own journey toward secular meaning, purpose and "grace." She speaks with Seth Andrews about "Grace Without God." Katherine's website: http://katherineozment.com VIDEO of this interview: (coming soon) Support our sponsor:http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/th...
I Am A Superhero
September 26, 2017 12:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBSeth Andrews shares some humorous anecdotes and observations in this largely off-topic show. File this one under, "Something fun to listen to." Enjoy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Seth Andrews and Matt Dillahunty: The Ark Encounter Tour
September 19, 2017 12:00 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBWhat happens when two atheist activists tour Ken Ham's "Ark Encounter" in Williamstown, KY? They get together and talk about it. Matt Dillahunty joins Seth Andrews for a recap of their experience. Support our sponsor: http://www.stamps.com (code: sethandrews) VIDEO: Atheists at the Ark Encounter - https://youtu.be/2ln2epbcEao Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Those Godless Millennials
September 12, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBThe Millennial Generation is increasingly unaffiliated with religion. It's also a generation often described as entitled, coddled, disinterested, and lazy. We explore the label and the people beyond it. Time Magazine - "The Me Me Me Generation": http://time.com/247/millennials-the-me-me-me-generation USA Today - "The Malignant Myth of the Millennial": https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2017/05/11/millennial-myth/100982920 Support our sponsors: The Great Courses Plus: http://ww...
Salvation, Shame and Shunning - The Story of Lloyd Evans: Ex-Jehovah's Witness
September 05, 2017 11:30 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBEx-Jehovah's Witness and activist Lloyd Evans tells his compelling story about his introduction to - and escape from - the JWs. Lloyd's website: www.JWsurvey.org Lloyd's book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0995669104 Lloyd's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/johncedars1929 YOUTUBE Video of this interview (coming soon). SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/su...
Rage and Funyuns!
August 29, 2017 12:00 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MBSeth Andrews mixes frustration and food in this (unscripted) broadcast about life, religion, activism, faith, and yes...Funyuns. Enjoy! Support Seth on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Myth of New Atheism
August 22, 2017 12:30 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBCommentary abounds on "New Atheism" and "New Atheists." But what, exactly, is "New Atheism?" Seth Andrews counters the claims that 21st century critics and criticisms of religion are a new or unique phenomenon. the National Review article "What Ever Happened to the New Atheists?": http://www.nationalreview.com/article/449931/new-atheists-american-left-wing-schism-islam-organized-religion Support Seth Andrews on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podca...
The Science of the Soul: with Dr. Julien Musolino
August 15, 2017 12:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MBIf humans possessed a soul, could that soul somehow be observed and measured scientifically? Can science properly speak for/against the claim that supernatural forces influence our minds, actions and behaviors? Is there a "Science of the Soul?" Join us for a conversation with Dr. Julien Musolino, a cognitive scientist who holds a dual appointment in the Psychology Department and the Center for Cognitive Science at Rutgers University. Musolino is author of the book, "The Soul Fallacy," which...
Atheists Believe in Nothing (and other misconceptions)!
August 08, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 80 MBDo atheists believe in nothing? Are they really without a moral framework? Are they all angry and spiteful? This show explores many (often ill-informed) claims about the non-believers in gods. Support our sponsors: The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Stamps.com: www.stamps.com (promo code: sethandrews) Michael Sherlock's article "The Atheist Atrocities Fallacy" https://michaelsherlockauthor.wordpress.com/2014/10/21/the-atheist-atrocities-fallacy-hitler-stalin-...
I Am Christ: a Conversation with Michael Sherlock
August 01, 2017 12:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBSpend an hour with Michael Sherlock: an Australian activist and author whose controversially-titled book "I Am Christ" reverses the religious narrative that God created us. Sherlock speaks candidly about biblical "truth," Islam VS Feminism, toxicity within the political Left, violent speech, and the myth of the "New Atheist." Support Seth Andrews on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Support Michael Sherlock on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MichaelASherlock This show is pa...
God Loves Gluten (and other observations)
July 25, 2017 12:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBSeth Andrews does a (largely spontaneous) commentary about Cardinal George Pell, gluten-free communion wafers, the Flat Earth Society, and...guacamole! Support Seth on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
"Praying" on the Disabled
July 11, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBHow do those with disabilities feel when religious people declare them sinners, a life lesson, or a miracle just waiting to happen? We explore this subject, and the stories of various listeners who have been labeled, named, claimed, prayed over, and in some cases, ignored. Link to Washington Post editorial: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2015/04/24/a-powerful-reddit-thread-reveals-what-its-like-to-be-disabled/?utm_term=.fbf5514598d5 Blog "What Christians Have Taught Me About M...
"Sara"
July 04, 2017 12:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBWhat's it like to emerge from a religious belief, and to navigate the complex, difficult and wonderous world beyond? Seth Andrews has a candid conversation with a young apostate who is currently walking this path. Her name is Sara. Her story is challenging, occasionally heartbreaking, and ultimately inspiring. Support Seth Andrews on patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Pensacola Cross and Trinity Lutheran: The Church and the State
June 29, 2017 20:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBSeth Andrews speaks with two secular legal experts about several recent court decisions that reflect (or betray) the United States Constitution's Establishment Clause. Andrew Seidel is a Constitutional attorney for the Freedom From Religion Foundation, and Monica Miller is Senior legal Counsel for the American Humanist Association. Video of the Monica Miller interview: https://youtu.be/7kIjDPGOgiA Hemant Mehta's article on the Pensacola backlash against Monica Miller: http://www.patheos.co...
What is "Radical Islam?"
June 27, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBIs Islam the most dangerous religion on the planet today? Is "Islamophobia" legitimate? What's an Atheist Muslim? How do we address the challenges that come with the world's fastest growing religion? Lots of contributors to this show, including: Ali Rizvi: author of "The Atheist Muslim" Muhammad Syed & Sarah Haider: Ex-Muslims of North America Armin Navabi: Founder of AtheistRepublic Yasmine Mohammed: Founder of "Confessions of an Ex-Muslim" Faisal Saeed Al-Mutar: Founder of "Global Secular...
Seth Andrews: Christianity Made Me Talk Like an Idiot!
June 20, 2017 12:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBSeth Andrews gave this speech June 3, 2017 in Toronto at the Imagine 7 conference. It's a humorous (and perhaps therapeutic) romp through Seth's religious past...and the often bizarre words and attitudes that reflected his Christian faith. VIDEO of this presentation: https://youtu.be/URr0O9aHW38 Support Seth Andrews on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Educational Neglect: When Superstition Shackles the Mind
June 13, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBReligious cultures are often distrustful of science and scientists. They're also often bound to debunked mythologies and bad information. We explore mis-education and the celebration of ignorance in the name of God. Support Our Sponsor:http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Links to Jonny Scaramanga's articles on ACE: http://www.patheos.com/blogs/leavingfundamentalism/2014/09/01/revelations-from-a-former-ace-insider http://www.patheos.com/blogs/leavingfundamentalism/2016/09/13/out-among-t...
The House of the Devil
June 09, 2017 22:30 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBSeth Andrews (apparently) lives in a house infected with dark, demonic power. In this 30-minute broadcast, the host explains how he came to reside in the Devil's Domain. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Greatest Story Ever Told (So Far) - with Dr. Lawrence Krauss
June 06, 2017 12:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBTheoretical physicist Dr. Lawrence Krauss has written a new book about "The Greatest Story Ever Told...So Far," which examines and celebrates the human exploration of our universe. He discusses his book, and his perspective on the religious ideas of a "Greatest Story," with Seth Andrews in this short conversation. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Dr. Krauss' book is available at http://a.co/9GQP0SH VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/rTtf1mzjOW8 ...
The Devil You Don't Know (with Andrea Garatshun)
May 23, 2017 12:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBAndrea Garatshun is a former Christian fundamentalist. Now an atheist, she has spent the past decade as a Bible researcher, with a focus on biblical Hebrew, and understanding the gods of the Old Testament – the Tanakh. Garatshun asserts that Christian tradition’s archetypes of Satan are completely missing from the Old Testament, and that an exploration into the Hebrew reveals how Satan, Lucifer, Beelzebub and Devil have been completely misinterpreted and misunderstood by cultural Christiani...
When to Punch a Nazi: a Conversation about Free Speech (PART 2 OF 2)
May 17, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBOn this 2nd part of a two-part podcast, we discuss the controversial subject of physical violence as a response to hate speech. Support our sponsor: Stamps.com http://www.stamps.com (promo code: sethandrews) Part 1 of this discussion can be heard here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thethinkingatheist/2017/05/16/when-to-punch-a-nazi-a-conversation-about-free-speech-part-1-of-2 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
When to Punch a Nazi: a Conversation about Free Speech (PART 1 OF 2)
May 16, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBRecent headlines have seen violent responses toward the culture's more distasteful voices. White supremacist Richard Spencer is punched during an interview. Milo Yiannopoulos' Berkley speech prompts riots. Ann Coulter cancels her own Berkley appearance over security concerns. Justifiable outrage against outrageous people and ideas seems to spill over into fists, fires, calamity and chaos. But are these responses appropriate and/or helpful? Is it ever appropriate to respond to words and ...
You Pick The Topic - May 2017
May 12, 2017 01:30 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBIt's an impromptu show where our listeners pick the topics. Dial in and sound off! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Degrees of Doubt: The Claims and Credentials of Ravi Zacharias
May 09, 2017 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBApologist Ravi Zacharias claims links to Oxford and Cambridge and education in quantum physics. But activist Steve Baughman (also known as the Friendly Banjo Atheist on YouTube) feels that there are good reasons to doubt RZ's claims. We discuss. LINKS: Ravi on the Run: https://youtu.be/x9GdG8i7xEI Ravi on Free Will: https://youtu.be/D64MiGLQ30w Ravi and Quantum Physics: https://youtu.be/zV75_f_zEbU RaviWatch website:http://www.raviwatch.com VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/ncrIB...
Noah Lugeons: The Scathing Atheist
May 02, 2017 12:00 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBNoah Lugeons is an activist, author, and host of "The Scathing Atheist" podcast. Noah joins Seth Andrews for a conversation about religion, atheism, "God Awful Movies," and more. Noah's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Diatribes-Essays-Scathing-Atheist-Presents-ebook/dp/B06XQTJT4R Scathing Atheist: https://audioboom.com/channel/scathing-atheist God Awful Movies: https://audioboom.com/channel/god-awful-movies SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.evolvefish.com Become a supporter of this podcast: ...
Does Religion Poison Everything?
April 25, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBChristopher Hitchens is known for his famous book subtitle, "How Religion Poisons Everything." Is this a fair statement? Is religion always toxic? We discuss. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The Most Hated Woman in America
April 18, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBNetflix has a new film profiling Madalyn Murray O'Hair, founder of American Atheists and once called "The Most Hated Woman in America." But is the film fair and factual, and does the dramatized story of O'Hair bear any resemblance to the real-life story? In this podcast, we profile this atheist icon, and we discuss the film with Frank Zindler, former interim president of AA and someone who knew Madalyn Murray O'Hair personally. This broadcast will discuss specific plot points, so understand...
Addiction Recovery: 12 Steps and Beyond
April 11, 2017 12:00 - 2 hours - 120 MBAlcoholics Anonymous and other recovery programs often invoke (or require) a "Higher Power." How effective is this, and are there better alternatives for beating addiction and overcoming ? We explore 12-step programs, the often religious language they use, and some secular alternatives. Support Our Sponsor: The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Jon Stewart’s blog: “Leaving AA, Staying Sober” https://jonsleeper.wordpress.com Jon Stewart’s article in The Guardian:...