From the Sunlight Diet to flat-earthers to kitchen seasonings that repel demons, we explore some of the more bizarre (and entertaining) things our listeners once held as Truth. Prepare yourself for some strangely entertaining beliefs submitted by our listeners, and an exploration into why we so often embrace the irrational. Support our sponsor, and get a free trial at The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podc...
Aug 14, 2018•1 hr 10 min
Andrew Torrez, an attorney and host of "Opening Arguments," joins Seth Andrews for an in-depth conversation about the law, the Constitution, the Supreme Court, church/state separation, and the Religious Right in the era of Trump. Opening Arguments podcast: https://openargs.com Support our sponsors. Get a free trial at The Great Courses Plus with this URL: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Get $50 off select Casper mattresses http://www.casper.com/thethinkingatheist (promo code thinkingathe...
Aug 07, 2018•2 hr 37 min
Seth Andrews fields comments and questions on a wide variety of topics, including the recent Trevor Noah controversy, religious guilt, political correctness, and (yes) the ice cream man. Support Seth on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews The longer, unedited YouTube stream is here: https://youtu.be/d0a6ObX2hrE Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Jul 26, 2018•46 min
From Ken Ham's Ark Encounter to Jenny McCarthy to Egyptian curses to 3D-printed handguns, Seth Andrews brushes up on the weird, wonderful world of British insults as he monologues about some of the stranger headlines of the week. Support our sponsor. $20 off your contact lens order at http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code: sethandrews20) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Jul 24, 2018•57 min
From the Moonies to Scientology to Heaven's Gate, we continue our two-part series on cults, their methods, their abuses, and the stories of some who escaped. Chris Shelton's Scientology blog: http://mncriticalthinking.com/ A helpful resource. The International Cultic Studies Association Sansu the Cat: http://sansuthecat.blogspot.com/2015/09/the-lunacy-of-rev-moon-or-why-i-am-not.html?m=1 Support our sponsors: The Great Courses Plus http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Stamps.com http://www.st...
Jul 17, 2018•1 hr 27 min
"Leon," a former cult member, speaks candidly about his own brainwashing, extreme cult tactics, his escape, and the tools for understanding - and exposing - how cults oppress and enslave. His story was featured in the book, "Fortney Road: Life, Death, and Deception in a Christian Cult." Other resources: "Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion" by Robert Cialdini International Cultic Studies Association Support our sponsor: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Support our sponsor The Great Co...
Jul 10, 2018•42 min
In this short holiday broadcast, Seth Andrews reads some of the best hashtag responses to conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' warnings about The Second Civil War. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .
Jul 05, 2018•15 min
Seth Andrews does an extended monologue about free speech, bad movies, friendship, and Stroopwafels. Plus answers to chat questions. Support our sponsor: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code sethandrews for $30 off your contact lens purchase). VIDEO of this live stream podcast: https://youtu.be/KaMj9Hwb--U The Atheist Experience link: https://youtu.be/4n6fOrL4zEY Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Jul 03, 2018•1 hr 6 min
This is the audio of a YouTube live stream from June 21st, 2018, where Seth Andrews responds on-the-spot to chat room comments and questions. Video version also available at https://youtu.be/YaJ5O9Uc6tY Support our sponsorSimple Contacts: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code sethandrews) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Jun 22, 2018•1 hr 10 min
Scott Clifton is an Emmy-winning actor from "The Bold and the Beautiful." He's also an atheist activist on YouTube, nown for the popular channel Theoretical Bullshit. He joins Seth Andrews for an entertaining conversation about both. There is VIDEO of this exchange at (link coming soon). Support our sponsor, Simple Contacts: http://www.simplecontacts.com /sethandrews promo code seth andrews. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ...
Jun 19, 2018•52 min
The show title is (obviously) somewhat tongue-in-cheek, but the struggle is real. How do we engage, defeat bad ideas, and promote good ideas online without losing our humanity in the angry noise? Seth Andrews shares his own experience as a communicator in the age of the Rage Tweet. This is a presentation given before a live audience June 2nd at the annual fundraiser for the Northeast Ohio Freethought Society. There is no video version, but the slides shown to the live audience are described in t...
Jun 12, 2018•1 hr 4 min
Author and screenwriter Chris Matheson is one of the people behind the "Bill & Ted" films, and authored the 2015 humor book, "The Story of God: a Biblical Comedy about Love and Hate." He's back (and so is God) for a follow-up. He joins Seth Andrews for a discussion about "The Trouble with God: a Divine Comedy about Judgment (and Misjudgemnt)." Support our sponsor: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270...
Jun 05, 2018•33 min
Join Seth Andrews for a lightheated romp through a few recent headlines and his own (skeptical) observations about Jordan Peterson, the recent Royal Wedding, the miracle of the "angel moth," and more! Support our sponsor:http://www.harrys.com/thethinkingatheist Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
May 29, 2018•37 min
This broadcast addresses secular parenting, education VS indoctrination, and features a conversation with author Richard A. Conn Jr. about his book, "The Earthbound Parent: How (and Why) to Raise your Little Angels without Religion." More links: David G. McAfee: https://davidgmcafee.wordpress.com Couple of Atheists: https://coupleofatheists.com/category/secular-parenting Tiny Thinkers books: http://tinythinkersbooks.com Parenting Beyond Belief: https://parentingbeyondbelief.com Camp Quest: http:...
May 22, 2018•1 hr 21 min
"Secular Mormon" Bryce Blankenagel speaks with Seth Andrews about the dark and often bloody foundations of the Mormon church. VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/gy5mUiviawU Bryce's page: http://nakedmormonismpodcast.com Support our sponsorThe Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
May 15, 2018•55 min
This show departs from its usual subject matter for a romp through some weird headlines from around the world. Enjoy! Support our sponsor: http://www.stamps.com (promo code sethandrews) Seth Andrews, Cara Santa Maria, and Matt Dillahunty in Los Angeles May 15th. Info and tickets at: https://www.facebook.com/seth.andrews.31/posts/1681757418567332 https://www1.ticketmaster.com/event/09005489B24E34A2?f_PPL=true&ab=efeat5787v1 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thet...
Apr 30, 2018•50 min
In some fundamentalist cultures, the decision to not have children is considered a violation of God's edict to "be fruitful and multiply." We discuss being child-free against the expectations of others. Support our sponsor Simple Contacts: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews ($30 off contact lens purchase with promo code sethandrews) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Apr 24, 2018•1 hr 19 min
Biologist, professor and author Dr. Abby Hafer gives specific examples of "Intelligent Design" that isn't intelligent at all. Dr. Hafer's Book, "The Not-So-Intelligent Designer: Why Evolution Explains the Human Body and Intelligent Design Does Not:" http://a.co/dUWs4ze Support our sponsor The Great Courses Plus:http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Los Angeles event with Matt Dillahunty, Cara Santa Maria, and Seth Andrews: https://www.facebook.com/events/2022525981403467/ Become a supporter of...
Apr 17, 2018•58 min
Seth Andrews joins a live audience to celebrate his (approaching) 50th birthday at the 2018 American Atheists National Convention. Video of this speech is here: https://youtu.be/zkOq4WiDA1U Support our sponsors The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Simple Contacts: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code: sethandrews) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Apr 10, 2018•53 min
A recent internet meme asks users to "Name something a Christian says when they're losing an argument to an atheist." We explore some all-too-familiar responses. --- Support our sponsor:Simple Contacts http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code: sethandrews) Brew City Benefit link:https://www.facebook.com/events/145752776069530/ Holy Koolaid's website: http://www.holykoolaid.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Apr 03, 2018•44 min
Leona Stucky suffered abuse and shame as a Mennonite teenager. This is the story of her survival, escape, and liberation. Dr. Stucky's website: http://www.leonastucky.com Book: The Fog of Faith: Surviving My Impotent God: https://www.amazon.com/Fog-Faith-Surviving-Impotent-God/dp/099864742X Support our sponsor: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code: sethandrews) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Mar 30, 2018•42 min
This bonus broadcast explores the story of Malala Yousafzai, her forgiveness of a Taliban assassin, and a much larger conversation about ideologies, tribes, oppressors, victims, division, and our own humanity in this often hyper-polarized world. Support Seth Andrews on Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Mar 28, 2018•42 min
Death is often a taboo subject. But is it subject to be avoided (and an inevitability to be feared)? Join us for a candid, real, and destigmatizing conversation about our mortal and temporary lives. We'll speak with listeners about their own perspective, and a professional mortician will take us into the inner room of the funeral home for a frank yet fascinating look at the processes which happen after we're gone. This is a show about death, but more importantly, it's a conversation about life! ...
Mar 27, 2018•2 hr 52 min
Author and New Testament scholar Dr. Bart Ehrman joins the show to talk about his latest book, "The Triumph of Christianity: How a Forbidden Religion Swept the World." Seth finishes the broadcast with a reading from the book. Bart Ehrman's website: https://www.bartdehrman.com Support our sponsors: The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Hello Fresh: http://www.hellofresh.com (promo code SethAndrews30) VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/uDy7TtfLggs Become a supporte...
Mar 20, 2018•1 hr 6 min
California comedian and atheist Ian Harris joins Seth Andrews to talk about atheism, skepticism, religion, and the punchlines that come with them. Ian's website: http://www.ianharriscomedian.com VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/2prKW66Q5Is Support our sponsor The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Mar 13, 2018•36 min
In the wake of the February 2018 Parkland, Florida school shooting, many Christians again claim that the right to own an assault rifle is God-given. We take a fair, candid look at the tragedy, the political maneuvering, the law, and the future of God & Guns in America. Support our sponsor:$50 off at Casper https://casper.com/thethinkingatheist Article: "F...You, I Like Guns:" http://www.scarymommy.com/fuck-you-i-like-guns Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/theth...
Mar 06, 2018•1 hr 29 min
Seth Andrews talks about those long nights of sleep-starved contemplation, and he speaks with callers about their own musings and observations. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .
Feb 27, 2018•59 min
Clinical psychologist Dr. Hector Garcia joins Seth Andrews for a candid (and potentially controversial) discussion about the origins and characteristics of man-made gods and the violence which so often defines them. Dr. Garcia's book "Alpha God:" https://www.amazon.com/Alpha-God-Psychology-Religious-Oppression/dp/1633880206 Dr. Garcia's website: http://www.hector-garcia.com Support our sponsor The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu....
Feb 20, 2018•41 min
Activists Matt Dillahunty, Sarah Haider, Anthony Magnabosco and Kavin Senapathy join Seth Andrews for a conversation about how to best engage religious people in discussions about God, faith, facts, knowledge and atheism. Matt Dillahunty: http://www.mattdillahunty.com Sarah Haider: http://www.exmna.org Anthony Magnabosco: http://www.streetepistemology.com Kavin Senapathy: @ksenapathy on Twitter VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/Mm7OLiiw5dQ Support our sponsors The Great Courses Plus: htt...
Feb 13, 2018•1 hr 27 min
The Brew City Benefit happens in Milwaukee, WI April 7th, 2018, benefiting RAINN (the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network), and helping to create a new Milwaukee Humanists group. DETAILS & DONATIONS: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/help-the-brew-city-benefit#/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support ....
Feb 07, 2018•29 min
