SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist They're often known as PKs. Preacher's kids. Children of clergy who often grow up either embracing or condemning the often strict church cultures imposed upon them. They've seen the "ministry" from behind closed doors, and their stories are enlightening. In this broadcast, we explore the life of a Preacher's Kid. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Jun 16, 2015•1 hr 8 min
SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist This is a fun one. Seth Andrews explores some religions borne or (or influenced by) iconic films. In this episode, he interviews a representative of The Temple of the Jedi Order (Star Wars), and a Dudeist Priest from The Church of the Latter Day Dude (The Big Lebowski). These are likely not the churches you'd see on a neighborhood street corner, but they're out there, and we're going to take this opportunity to find out more. Become a...
Jun 09, 2015•1 hr 27 min
SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist In last week's episode, Seth Andrews mentioned that his laptop was stolen from a parked car. This scenario sparked an intense debate about criminals, victims, responsibility, society, poverty and privilege. The opportunity was too good to pass up, so we're continuing the discussion on this broadcast. Featuring Dr. Jerry Coyne, and Dr. Bo Bennett, plus your calls and emails. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/...
Jun 02, 2015•1 hr 1 min
Sponsored by the Freethought Florida Convention. Tickets and details at http://www.free-flo.org Change. It's the universal constant. Seth Andrews spends a candid evening speaking about the unexpected, difficult, scary and often exhilarating idea of change, and some interesting changes in his own life. Also support TTA content at: http://www.thethinkingatheist.com (CONTRIBUTE tab) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
May 26, 2015•51 min
SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Seth's original show topic fell through this week. So, this podcast ISN'T the show he'd planned, but it will be an enjoyable potpourri of emails, calls, topics and ideas. Sometimes, the unplanned parties are the best ones. Come join us. David Thorne "The Permission Slip": http://27bslash6.com/easter.html Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
May 19, 2015•1 hr 7 min
SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.naturebox.com/thinkingatheist Two special guests share their perspective on tonight's show: Todd Stiefel is a graduate of Duke University and spent 12 years as a key player at Stiefel Laboratories. Now a full-time activist, Todd is one of the driving forces behind the Openly Secular site and campaign. He also involves himself with secular humanist causes and charity work. John Davidson has spent much of the last half-century as a popular television personality, ho...
May 12, 2015•54 min
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: [email protected] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--327034...
May 05, 2015•1 hr 16 min
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 torment, and the liberation that comes in living without fear. Neil Carter's blog, "You're (Not) Gonna Mis...
Apr 28, 2015•1 hr 25 min
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 website: http://www.unholytrinitydownunder.com Special thanks to the AFA: http://atheistfoundation.org.au Be...
Apr 21, 2015•1 hr 22 min
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 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Apr 20, 2015•32 min
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: http://atheistfoundation.org.au Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/th...
Apr 19, 2015•33 min
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: http://atheistfoundation.org.au Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/th...
Apr 18, 2015•41 min
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: [email protected] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Apr 14, 2015•59 min
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 stage. How much of CCM is ministry? And how much is money? We ask those questions (and more) tonight. Becom...
Apr 08, 2015•1 hr 27 min
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 ....
Mar 29, 2015•43 min
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 CD 2-9-15: http://ec.libsyn.com/p/f/c/8/fc88cd6c56430443/cd206.mp3?d13a76d516d9dec20c3d276ce028ed5089ab1...
Mar 17, 2015•1 hr 17 min
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 at Stanford University and co-author of the book, "Atheist Mind / Humanist Heart" http://www.atheistmindhum...
Mar 10, 2015•1 hr 9 min
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, purpose and truth? What are the colors, cultures, branches, sects and flavors of Universalist churches ...
Mar 04, 2015•1 hr 20 min
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 alarming. This show features the experiences and stories of those raised in religious school environments. H...
Feb 25, 2015•1 hr 2 min
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. ON THE PANEL: Dr. Harriet Hall (the SkepDoc) is an MD, a retired family physician and former Air Force fligh...
Feb 18, 2015•1 hr 11 min
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 terms. Seth's "letter" of encouragement: http://www.thethinkingatheist.com/blog/86/A-Letter-of-Encourage...
Feb 11, 2015•1 hr 25 min
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://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Feb 04, 2015•36 min
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: [email protected] Carol Fiore's book "Flight Through Fire" - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0989700...
Feb 04, 2015•1 hr 8 min
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://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Feb 01, 2015•39 min
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: [email protected] Dan Arel's article: http://www.patheos.com/blogs/danthropology/2015/01/charlie-hebdo-has-a-right-to-offend-you...
Jan 28, 2015•1 hr 21 min
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, Pope Francis declared his condemnation of the attack and hi support for free speech, but also declared...
Jan 23, 2015•2 hr 56 min
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 declaration, for good and for ill. In this very special broadcast, we speak personally with Ryan Bell about his...
Jan 21, 2015•1 hr 11 min
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 ....
Jan 14, 2015•1 hr 11 min
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_religion_richard_dawkins_bill_maher_and_the_exploding_new_american_secularism Become a supporter of this podca...
Dec 30, 2014•1 hr 1 min
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 Christ and Christianity: Dr. Richard Carrier, David Fitzgerald and Dr. Robert M. Price. Join us for a compell...
Dec 22, 2014•2 hr 39 min
