TheThinkingAtheist

SUPPORT 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: podcast@thethinkingath...

SUPPORT 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 torm...

SUPPORT 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 websi...

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").  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 Becom...

SPONSORED 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:...

SPONSORED 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...

SUPPORT 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:   podcast@thethinkingatheist.com Become a supporter of this pod...

SUPPORT 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 sta...

What 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 .

SUPPORT 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...

SUPPORT 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 a...

SUPPORT 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,...

SUPPORT 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 ala...

SUPPORT 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....

SUPPORT 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...

In 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://w...

SUPPORT 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:   podcast...

The 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:/...

SUPPORT 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:   podcast@thethinkingatheist.com Dan...

On 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, P...

SUPPORT 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 declara...

SUPPORT 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 .

SUPPORT 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...

SUPPORT 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 Chris...

SUPPORT 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...