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TheThinkingAtheist

The Thinking Atheistwww.spreaker.com
Seth 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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Episodes

Are People Inherently Good?

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 .

Nov 29, 202235 minEp. 653

The World's Most Dangerous Toys

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 .

Nov 18, 20229 minEp. 651

Damn the Door Knockers: Porch Proselytizers and My Injured Dog

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 .

Nov 08, 20221 hr 14 minEp. 649

Never Let a Creationist "Teach" Evolution (with Forrest Valkai)

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 ....

Nov 01, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 648

Ghost Stories 2022

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 .

Oct 18, 20221 hr 27 minEp. 646

Dominion and Shame: Purity Culture's War on the Sexual Self

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 .

Oct 11, 20221 hr 11 minEp. 645

American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious Freedom (with Andrew Seidel)

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 ....

Oct 04, 202247 minEp. 644

Do We All Have a Dark Side?

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 .

Sep 27, 202255 minEp. 643

Is Yahweh a Terrorist? (with Dr. Joshua Bowen)

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 ....

Sep 20, 20221 hr 16 minEp. 642

No! I'm Not Quitting!

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 .

Sep 06, 202238 minEp. 640

Where's the Jesus in my Juice? (and other listener calls)

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 .

Aug 30, 20221 hr 21 minEp. 639

How Minds Change (with David McRaney)

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 ....

Aug 23, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 638

We Dissent: Four Secular Women on the Front Lines

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 ....

Aug 16, 202240 minEp. 637

Everyone's Shouting. Nobody is Listening.

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 .

Aug 09, 20221 hr 14 minEp. 636

Blood Cult: The Weird, Wild World of Christian Rituals

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 .

Aug 02, 202245 minEp. 635

Speaking of God, We Don't Know Sh*t" (with ex-pastor D.B. Ramsey)

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 .

Jul 26, 202249 minEp. 634

Bad Therapy: When Unscientific Interventions Harm People

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...

Jul 12, 202250 minEp. 632

Science VS. Snake Oil: Debunking Bunk in this Crazy World (with Timothy Caulfield)

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 ....

Jul 05, 202250 minEp. 631

Alice Greczyn: Sex, Shame, and the Harms of Purity Culture

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 ....

Jul 01, 202235 minEp. 630

My Head Is Going to Explode

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

Jun 28, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 629

Raptor Turkeys (and Other Random Stuff We Should Absolutely Know)

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 .

Jun 21, 202259 minEp. 628

Dave Warnock: Childish Things

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 ....

Jun 14, 202235 minEp. 627

Values are More Important than Beliefs (with Dale McGowan)

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 of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....

Jun 07, 202246 minEp. 626

Out Of My Cold, Dead Hands: America's Love Affair with Guns

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 ....

May 31, 202251 minEp. 625

The Supremacist Court: Activists VS. America in the Halls of Power

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-00029473 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/...

May 24, 202234 minEp. 624