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Episodes
TheThinkingAtheist
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.
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.
Episodes
You Are Evil and You Must Be Destroyed: Regaining our Humanity in an Inhumane World
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
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.
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
I'm Afraid of Scrubbing Bubbles: A Show About Strange Phobias
Some scares. Some science. Enjoy this October journey into our rational - and irrational - fears.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
Can We Even Trust Our Own Brains? (with neuroscientist Dr. Indre Viskontas)
Some fascinating (and fun) brain science on this week's show. Dr. Viskontas' website: https://www.indreviskontas.com/ Wondrium: http://www.wondrium.com/seth
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
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.
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
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
Everyone's Shouting. Nobody is Listening.
Seth Andrews shares his story about a recent encounter with an angry Christian.
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
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
Adopt and Make Them Christian: The Post-Roe Crusade of Christian Dominionists
Seth shares his recent article on post-Roe Christian Dominionism, plus your calls. ONLYSKY ARTICLE: https://bit.ly/3ID9sUM
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...
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
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
My Head Is Going to Explode
Host rants. Your calls.
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.
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
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
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."
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
Relatives, Rights, & Roe: Host Rants and Listener Calls
It's a variety pack this week, with plenty of listener comments and questions. Enjoy!
Your Moment of Science: Yvette d'Entremont in her Own Words
Yvette d'Entremont is an analytical chemist and science educator perhaps best known as SciBabe. Seth reads several of her "Moment of Science" articles and talks to Yvette about them. Enjoy! SciBabe: https://scibabe.com On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scibabe Chiropractic article: https://theoutline.com/post/1617/chiropractors-are-bullshit