TheThinkingAtheist

Host rants. Your calls. Let's enjoy Christmas week together! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

We lost Hitch on December 15th, 2011. In this broadcast, we hear his voice, enjoy his mastery of language, and remember. LINKS: On the Daily Show with Jon Stewart: https://on.cc.com/3nkAHL8 Tariq Ramadan Debate/Islam: https://youtu.be/mMraxhd9Z9Q On Joy Behar with Pastor Douglas Wilson: https://youtu.be/tamcV_XxZsQ Intelligence Squared debate: https://bit.ly/3Dg1Cgu Debate with Frank Turek: https:...

Aron Ra is an author, educator, and atheist activist. He joins Seth Andrews to talk about pagan Christmas, religious awfulness, and humans' place as "beasts" in the animal kingdom. Shows with Aron are always entertaining, and this one is no exception. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

In this unique show, we take a few minutes to regain some perspective. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

For the host and many listeners, the 2021 holiday season is a weird time. How are you dealing with the last month(s) of the year? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

The #ExposeChristianSchools hashtag is helping people share their stories about indoctrination and abuse within religious "education." In this show, we expose some of the problematic curriculum and share listener stories about their own experiences. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Katherine Stewart, author of "The Power Worshippers," and constitutional attorney Andrew Seidel join us for part two of this important conversation about the evangelical assault on the United States. Katherine Stewart: https://katherinestewart.me Andrew Seidel: https://andrewlseidel.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Religious "nones" are on the rise, but evangelicals continue to maneuver into circles of influence at every level. We discuss their tactics and Christian Dominion Theology. Dr. Clint Heacock's "Mindshift podcast: https://mindshiftpodcast.co.uk/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

It's a lighthearted look into the fears and phobias which give us pause (or send us rushing out of the room). Evolutionary psychologist Dr. Hector Garcia joins us for the second half of the broadcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Don't walk under a ladder. Don't open an umbrella indoors. Beware the black cat. Knock on wood. This lighthearted show explores the origins of popular superstitions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Our annual Halloween tradition! It's an entire podcast of ghost stories. Turn down the lights, crank up the volume, and enjoy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Join us for another journey through some of the more, uh, interesting yet seldom addressed stories in the Christian Bible. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Dr. Kristin Du Mez is a Christian, yet she is also taking to task America's hard leanings into white Christian Nationalism and authoritarian "God warrior" narratives. Join us for a compelling discussion about her new book. BOOK LINK: https://amzn.to/391DTU1 Dr. Du Mez's website: https://kristindumez.com/ VIDEO of this discussion: https://youtu.be/aeMjEYAMsGk Become a supporter of this podcast: htt...

Andrew Seidel has penned a latter for Religion Dispatches that serves as an encouragement to exvangelicals. In this (free) short bonus show, with their permission, I read the text of that letter. ARTICLE: https://religiondispatches.org/a-love-letter-to-exvangelicals-and-those-deconstructing-their-toxic-faith/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--...

Seth speaks with Dr. David Madison about his new book, and the last half of the show features all of Chapter Ten. Get the book here! https://amzn.to/3jQBi5u Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

The classic Trolley Problem forces a life-and-death choice with no easy solution. In this broadcast, listeners navigate several ethical dilemmas, and we discuss the implications. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Mimzy was a devout Muslim. She observed the Qur'an and proselytized her religion...until her dissatisfaction with Islam led her to question everything. She shares her inspiring story on this week's show. On Twitter: @MimzyVidz On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mimzyvidz VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/aQfrRS41eaU Documentary "Women Leaving Islam:" https://youtu.be/ojpGBz9OxPM Become...

Katie Engelhart has a new book which fairly explores the hugely complex issues of Death with Dignity, assisted suicide, Medical Aid in Dying, and other models for allowing competent adults to end their own suffering. She speaks candidly about her research, the stories, and her own opinions. Katie's website: https://www.katieengelhart.com VIDEO of this conversation https://youtu.be/ic4cG4SYMco Beco...

Our listeners confess to the (often comedically) strange beliefs they once held. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

We take a respectful and science-based look at the controversial subject of abortion. Link to the book, "Confessions of a Former Fox News Christian:" https://amzn.to/3iFFMep Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Dr. Winell does a lot of work with exvangelicals, and she authored the book, "Leaving the Fold - A Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving their Religion." She joins us to talk about religious trauma and recovery. Dr. Winell's website: http://marlenewinell.net Dr. Winell's book: https://amzn.to/3rK7FF9 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingathe...

Roy Speckhardt is Executive Direction of AHA and author of several books, including his most recent, titled "Justice-Centered Humanism: How (and Why) to Engage in Public Policy for Good (Humanism in Practice). We talk about atheism VS Humanism, and being forces for positive change in this crazy world. Roy's book: https://amzn.to/3lfCy3h American Humanist Association: http://www.americanhumanist.or...

U.S. Intelligence recently declassified a series of UFO-related documents and videos, sending the culture into UFO-mania. But how new - and how credible - are the reports that Unidentified Aerial Phenomena prove the existence of aliens? VIDEO of the James Underdown interview: https://youtu.be/dwuGt5RY3_I Intelligence report: https://bit.ly/36RwAx6 Jim Underdown: https://bit.ly/3xWOMBe Skeptical In...

Assyriologist Dr. Joshua Bowen's new book is called "The Atheist Handbook to the Old Testament." Seth Andrews reads from Chapter Four, which deals with the claim that Moses wrote the first five books of the Old Testament. Full audiobook is on Audible here: https://adbl.co/2UBuYEv Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Callers bring their own questions and opinions to this week's podcast. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .