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| Confessions of an Ex-Pastor (with Timmy Gibson) | 10 Sep 2024 | 01:09:44 | |
Timmy Gibson was a Christian minister for three decades. He is a Christian no more. Check out his fascinating story. VIDEO of our second converstion: https://youtu.be/X95_yGi7LlM Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| They're Coming for Our Children! | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:53:56 | |
Why are millions of Americans losing losing their minds with fear and rage in 2024? We discuss this and take your calls. The Lincoln Project Video: https://youtu.be/3FGIyxhGkvo?si=njaNuQE01tm5GT_m Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| FreeDumb: A 7-Minute Reflection on American Exceptionalism | 04 Jul 2024 | 00:07:46 | |
Every Fourth of July, Americans bask smugly under their flags and fireworks. Seth Andrews has a few thoughts in this bonus release. Read the article on Substack. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Episode Number 666 | 14 Mar 2023 | 00:39:58 | |
One show. An episode milestone. Three Satanists. What could go wrong? VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/62IQwWlQBVQ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| High on Oreos: Questions, Calls, and Lots of Sugar | 07 Mar 2023 | 00:48:42 | |
Today's podcast is fueled by...cookies (and your calls). Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Primates and Prejudice: with Dr. Frans de Waal | 28 Feb 2023 | 00:45:19 | |
Frans de Waal is a world-reknowned primatologist, author, and educator with decades studying the animal kingdom. He joins Seth Andrews for insights about primate behavior in chimps, gorillas, bonobos, humans, and beyond. Frans de Waal info: https://bit.ly/3IIArQw VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/KDXNv2CG5EY Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Scared Straight? What "Troubled Youth" Programs Get Wrong (with Cyndy Etler) | 21 Feb 2023 | 00:35:48 | |
Cyndy Etler is a life coach and author, focusing on struggling youth, and exposing many (often religious) "scared straight" programs doing more harm than good. VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/5gzbODFqGLA Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| My Family Called Me a Baby Killer (and other listener calls) | 14 Feb 2023 | 01:04:55 | |
In this week's show, it's rationality and humanity versus zealotry and bigotry...with plenty of listener calls. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Thinking Is Power: Why Knowledge Is Not Enough | 07 Feb 2023 | 00:48:20 | |
Melanie Trecek-King is a biology professor and founder of Thinking Is Power. She has a lot to say about science education...and why the facts simply aren't enough. VIDEO of this conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bHLQXckjGno Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| The Man in the Gray Suit | 04 Feb 2023 | 00:06:56 | |
Subscribe to "True Stories with Seth Andrews" on all major podcast apps, or visit http://www.truestoriespodcast.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Teens and Designer Jeans: The Blaming and Shaming of Purity Culture | 31 Jan 2023 | 00:44:48 | |
Fundamental religions are obsessed with sex, desperately trying to desexualize teenagers and control them through adulthood. This show exposes why Purity Culture is so futile, dishonest, and destructive. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Let's Explode the Universe (with Forrest Valkai and Gutsick Gibbon) | 24 Jan 2023 | 01:11:19 | |
What happens when two dynamic (and wildly entertaining) science educators come together to talk about evolution VS. creationism? This podcast answers the question. With Forrest Valkai and Erika / Gutsick Gibbon. VIDEO of this converstion Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Rapture Anxiety: Fearing the End of the World | 17 Jan 2023 | 01:04:09 | |
Yes, rapture anxiety is a thing. We explore how End Times dogmas can distort reality and do immense harm, especially to indoctrinated children. CNN Article: https://cnn.it/3Vsg0dR Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Atheist Bible Quiz Time! | 02 Jul 2024 | 00:52:55 | |
Few things are as enjoyable as atheists answering Bible trivia questions. Come for the quiz, stay for the context. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Christian Nationalists are Preparing for War: a Conversation with Brad Onishi | 10 Jan 2023 | 00:44:54 | |
Professor Bradley Onishi is co-host of the Straight White American Jesus podcast and author of the new book, "Preparing for War: The Extremist History of White Christian Nationalism - and What Comes Next." VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/gqrf5FdVDPM Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| The Atheist and the Mysticist | 03 Jan 2023 | 00:57:29 | |
Mysticist Andrew Jasko joins Seth Andrews for a candid, good-faith discussion about consciousness, spirituality, psychedelics, and interestingly, their shared values as harsh critics of dogmatic religions. Andrew's website: http://www.lifeafterdogma.org Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| The Gun Exchange | 30 Dec 2022 | 00:06:36 | |
Enjoy this bonus episode from Seth Andrews' new podcast, and subscribe to True Stories with Seth Andrews on all major podcast apps. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| #WomenLifeFreedom : Revolt and Revolution in Iran (with Maryam Namazie) | 27 Dec 2022 | 00:44:46 | |
Seth Andrews speaks with Iranian-born activist Maryam Namazie about the historic uprising underway in Iran. www.maryamnamazie.com YOUTUBE VIDEO VERSION OF THIS INTERVIEW: https://youtu.be/vcmURmEFP2U Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| That's It, You're Dead to Me: When Does Someone Become "Toxic?" | 20 Dec 2022 | 00:52:12 | |
Here's a messy little conversation about mental health in the meme-verse. When do we necessarily use (and sometimes overuse) the term "toxic?" Article in The Atlantic: https://bit.ly/3HbV6w0 Dr. Tarico's article: https://bit.ly/3P9gxjk Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| A Christmas Story (no, not that one) | 13 Dec 2022 | 00:40:57 | |
Seth Andrews has written an original Christmas tale, which he shares after a short monologue (rant) about the holidays. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| The QAnon Rabbit Hole | 06 Dec 2022 | 00:37:53 | |
Courtney Heard, co-host of the Q-Dropped podcast, joins us for this discussion about the Q conspiracy culture. PODCAST LINK: https://www.porthosmedia.net/qdropped Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Are People Inherently Good? | 29 Nov 2022 | 00:34:49 | |
In a candid monologue, Seth Andrews navigates some of humanity's worst and best, articulating the challenges and (hopefully) spreading some hope. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| The Phantom God: What Neuroscience Reveals about the Compulsion to Believe (with Dr. John Wathey) | 22 Nov 2022 | 00:31:37 | |
Neuroscientist Dr. John Wathey joins us for a deep dive into belief and the brain. THE BOOK: https://amzn.to/3UX5vzk Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| The World's Most Dangerous Toys | 18 Nov 2022 | 00:08:37 | |
Here's a 7-minute true story sampled from Seth's second podcast. Search and subscribe on your podcast app to True Stories With Seth Andrews. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Rethinking Islam: with Adam Elmasri | 28 Jun 2024 | 00:42:06 | |
Egypt-born Adam Elmasri is a human rights activist educating people about the (many) problems with fundamentalist religions...including and especially Islam. YouTube English YouTube Arabic VIDEO of this conversation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| You Are Evil and You Must Be Destroyed: Regaining our Humanity in an Inhumane World | 15 Nov 2022 | 01:00:38 | |
Seth Andrews speaks candidly about his own struggles as a human and activist in this polarized and often outrageous world. VIDEO OF THIS SPEECH: https://youtu.be/9fWL8NnuzoA Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Damn the Door Knockers: Porch Proselytizers and My Injured Dog | 08 Nov 2022 | 01:14:20 | |
Seth 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) | 01 Nov 2022 | 01:03:28 | |
Biologist 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 | 25 Oct 2022 | 00:50:17 | |
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. | |||
| Ghost Stories 2022 | 18 Oct 2022 | 01:26:46 | |
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. | |||
| Dominion and Shame: Purity Culture's War on the Sexual Self | 11 Oct 2022 | 01:10:36 | |
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. | |||
| American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious Freedom (with Andrew Seidel) | 04 Oct 2022 | 00:46:37 | |
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 We All Have a Dark Side? | 27 Sep 2022 | 00:55:14 | |
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. | |||
| Is Yahweh a Terrorist? (with Dr. Joshua Bowen) | 20 Sep 2022 | 01:15:53 | |
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: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Can We Even Trust Our Own Brains? (with neuroscientist Dr. Indre Viskontas) | 13 Sep 2022 | 00:52:44 | |
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. | |||
| Songs So Wrong: Favorite Tunes We Didn't Realize Were Creepy (and your random calls) | 25 Jun 2024 | 01:07:42 | |
We begin with a short observation about pre-#MeToo songs that didn't age well, plus plenty of listener calls about whatever is on their minds. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| No! I'm Not Quitting! | 06 Sep 2022 | 00:37:49 | |
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. | |||
| Where's the Jesus in my Juice? (and other listener calls) | 30 Aug 2022 | 01:20:37 | |
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. | |||
| How Minds Change (with David McRaney) | 23 Aug 2022 | 01:00:49 | |
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. | |||
| We Dissent: Four Secular Women on the Front Lines | 16 Aug 2022 | 00:40:04 | |
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/support. | |||
| Everyone's Shouting. Nobody is Listening. | 09 Aug 2022 | 01:13:47 | |
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. | |||
| Blood Cult: The Weird, Wild World of Christian Rituals | 02 Aug 2022 | 00:45:00 | |
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. | |||
| Speaking of God, We Don't Know Sh*t" (with ex-pastor D.B. Ramsey) | 26 Jul 2022 | 00:48:38 | |
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. | |||
| Adopt and Make Them Christian: The Post-Roe Crusade of Christian Dominionists | 19 Jul 2022 | 01:03:20 | |
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. | |||
| Bad Therapy: When Unscientific Interventions Harm People | 12 Jul 2022 | 00:50:04 | |
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 Williams: @williamspsych John Sakaluk: @JohnSakaluk Eugene Botanov: @scilitlab Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Science VS. Snake Oil: Debunking Bunk in this Crazy World (with Timothy Caulfield) | 05 Jul 2022 | 00:50:01 | |
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. | |||
| The Scam of School Vouchers (with Nick Fish of American Atheists) | 21 Jun 2024 | 00:26:35 | |
Supporters say they're about "choice," but school voucher programs are a weapon against education. Nick Fish, president of American Atheists, weighs in. LINKS: http://www.atheists.org/signup http://www.au.org Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| Alice Greczyn: Sex, Shame, and the Harms of Purity Culture | 01 Jul 2022 | 00:35:24 | |
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://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support. | |||
| My Head Is Going to Explode | 28 Jun 2022 | 01:09:10 | |
Host 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) | 21 Jun 2022 | 00:59:15 | |
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. | |||
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