TheThinkingAtheist

Some 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 .

Dim 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 .

In 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 .

Constitutional 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 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 .

At 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...

Some 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 .

Seth 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 .

Lots 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 .

David 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 .

Elizabeth 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/s...

Seth 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 .

Seth 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 .

D.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 .

Seth 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 .

Dr. 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...

Timothy 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 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://w...

Host rants. Your calls. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

It'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 .

Terminally 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 .

A 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 o...

In 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 .

A 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-000294...

It'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 .