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TheThinkingAtheist

Summary: 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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 Everything Happens For A Reason | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:23:00

An event takes place, and many look up and see it as designed, foretold, or at the very least, part of a larger Plan. There are no accidents.  There are no coincidences.  Nothing happens by chance. In this podcast, we explore the assertion that "Everything Happens For A Reason."   ARTICLES Austin Cline / About.com "Everything Happens For A Reason" http://atheism.about.com/b/2013/05/28/everything-happens-for-a-reason.htm The Humanist / Ronald Aronson "The Reason Everything Happens For A Reason"  http://www.thehumanist.org/humanist/09_may_jun/Aronson.html Psychology Today Paul Thagard "Does Everything Happen For A Reason?"  http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/hot-thought/201002/does-everything-happen-reason-0  

 The Christian Radio Days | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:56:00

From 1990-2000, Seth Andrews worked for Tulsa's KXOJ 100.9FM, a Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) radio station, with 8 of those years as morning show host.   Seth also hosted another Christian morning show at Clear Channel's LIVE 101.5FM in 2001, and his voice was heard on secular pop/rock/country radio in various capacities in the years after.   This podcast centers around Seth's personal experiences as a Christian broadcaster, his perspectives on the CCM industry, a look at some popular Christian recording artists, and classic audio clips from Seth's old radio days. Get ready to go back in time... Your calls and emails (email: podcast@thethinkingatheist.com) Time Zone Converter:  

 Blue Laws | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:26:00

They are known by a variety of names — blue laws, Sunday blue laws, Sunday-closing laws, Sunday statutes. They affect a variety of activities on Sundays, ranging from liquor sales to hunting to car-buying. Many blue laws are county and city ordinances, though some are statewide statutes. In this episode, prepare the facepalms as we examine "blue laws" and other laws and edicts that were once implemented for religious and "moral" reasons and remain on the books today. Your calls and emails (email: podcast@thethinkingatheist.com) Time Zone Converter:  http://www.timezoneconverter.com/cgi-bin/tzc.tzc  

 Anything Goes: You Pick The Topic | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:22:00

It's another "Anything Goes" show, where we skip the themed format and instead make the podcast a buffet of whatever the host and listeners bring to the table. Hemant's Blog: http://www.patheos.com/blogs/friendlyatheist/2013/05/01/memo-to-scott-stantis-tim-tebow-is-no-jason-collins/) EvolveFish.com TTA lapel pin:  http://www.evolvefish.com/fish/product5755.html

 Science is just Awesome | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:13:00

This show is a celebration of science.  We talk about (arguably) the best discoveries and inventions of the Information Age.  We honor the work of humankind's greatest scientific minds.  And we raise our glasses to those who have given us a greater lens through which we can view our origins, our planet and the universe. It's an amazing time to be alive.  Indeed, science is just awesome. Your calls and emails Phil Hellenes "Science Saved My Soul" video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6w2M50_Xdk Article: "Science is More Beautiful than Art" http://www.guardian.co.uk/artanddesign/jonathanjonesblog/2012/sep/19/science-more-beautiful-than-art Video "The Center of all Things"  http://youtu.be/pzKZb3qHyXk  

 Grief Beyond Belief | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:43:00

The subject of grief in regards to personal loss has been covered before in one of our most popular shows, but as the topic resonates with so many, we felt it warranted another show. When a loved one dies, there is no promise of a heavenly reunion for the non-believer.  The pulpit pastors preach of pearly gates, mansions and angel song, yet the atheist finds no comfort in such fantasies. In this episode, we talk about "Grief Beyond Belief," the show title named after an organization providing support for the grieving (https://www.facebook.com/faithfreegriefsupport).  We speak to the founder of Grief Beyond Belief, Rebecca Hensler about healthy recovery from the worst of times. Plus your calls and emails.   AFTERLIFE video:  http://youtu.be/eeMoOJpvUlU   GRIEF WITHOUT GOD podcast:  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thethinkingatheist/2011/02/19/grief-without-god   OVERCOMING WITHOUT RELIGION podcast:  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thethinkingatheist/2012/06/19/overcoming-without-religion  

 Podcast on the Road: Springfield, MO | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:10:00

Our St. Louis on-location podcast was such a hit, we recorded an extra show the followng evening in Springfield, Missouri.  It's a dynamic format, with the audience providing the topics for discussion.  Many thanks to Springfield Freethinkers for sponsoring the evening. Time Zone Converter:  http://www.timezoneconverter.com/cgi-bin/tzc.tzc

 Podcast on the Road: St. Louis | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:59:00

For the first time ever, The Thinking Atheist Podcast is being recorded with a studio audience in The Crown Room at Schafley Bottleworks in St. Louis, Missouri, sponsored by The St. Louis Atheists.   No set topic.  No theme.  No rules.  Just questions and comments from a live audience, and a free-for-all that should make for a very entertaining broadcast. The event will record Monday April 15th for playback on Tuesday April 16th.  (Because the show falls during a series of evening Missouri tour stops, this episode will post early in the day.  The Thinking Atheist Radio Podcast will return to it's regular "live" show slot of 6pm U.S. Central the following week.) Time Zone Converter:  http://www.timezoneconverter.com/cgi-bin/tzc.tzc

 Special Guest: Greta Christina | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:50:00

Greta Christina has been writing professionaly since 1989 on topics including atheism, sexuality, LGBT issues, politics, culture and much more.  Her writings have appeared in publications varying from the Chicago Sun-Times to Skeptical Inquirer to Ms. Penthouse.  She is also author of the popular book, "Why Are You Atheists So Angry? 99 Things That Piss Off The Godless." Greta's Skepticon Speech "Why Are You So Angry?"  http://youtu.be/mDnfnM7fiKc    

 Morality | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:29:00

If you don't believe in God, where do your morals come from? Non-believers hear this question constantly.  In this episode, we talk about morality as it pertains to scripture and to our everyday lives.  We'll also present to the listeners and callers a series of ethical  dilemmas that will test their wits and, hopefully, reveal humankind's innate desire to be good and moral creatures. Your calls and emails (podcast@thethinkingatheist.com)   ARTICLES Louise M. Antony "Good Minus God" http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/12/18/good-minus-god/ Sam Harris "The Myth of Secular Moral Chaos" http://www.samharris.org/site/full_text/the-myth-of-secular-moral-chaos Sam Harris TED Talk: Science Can Answer Moral Questions http://youtu.be/Hj9oB4zpHww

 Did Jesus Exist? (with Dr. Richard Carrier) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:58:00

Richard Carrier received a PhD in ancient history from Columbia University in 2008.  He is author of the books "Sense and Goodness without God," "Proving History" and "Not the Impossible Faith," as well as numerous print and online articles.   In this episode, Carrier lends his expertise as we tackle the question, did the Jesus of the bible exist? Time Zone Converter at 

 Our 100th Episode | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:33:00

This show marks our 100th podcast! Join us as we take a look back at the origins of the TTA podcast, review some highlights from some of our most memorable shows and mark the triple-digit milestone of The Thinking Atheist Radio Podcast. Guests: AronRa: https://www.youtube.com/user/AronRa Teresa MacBain: http://floridahumanist.org Steve from Tennessee and more! Link to Seth's blog "Letter to a Christian Mother" http://www.thethinkingatheist.com/blog/51/A-Letter-to-a-Christian-Mother Time Zone Converter:  http://www.timezoneconverter.com/cgi-bin/tzc.tzc

 A Special Message to our Listeners | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:16:00

A 20-minute message from Seth Andrews, host of The Thinking Atheist Radio podcast. The Thinking Atheist main website:  http://www.thethinkingatheist.com

 Special Guest: Hemant Mehta | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:27:00

Hemant Mehta is host of the blog, "Friendly Atheist," former Chair of the Secular Student Alliance Board of Directors, current Chair of the Foundation Beyond Belief and author of the book, "I Sold My Soul On Ebay: Viewing Faith through an Atheist's Eyes." He is also an educator. Hemant joins us to talk about his blog, his perspectives on the most effective ways to draw attention to church/state issues, and on the importance of students in the fight against superstitious thinking. Plus your calls and emails.  (Email: podcast@thethinkingatheist.com) Time Zone Converter at http://www.timezoneconverter.com/cgi-bin/tzc.tzc    

 Islam and Women | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:24:00

  What does the Qur'an say about women?  Why do we so often see news reports of females oppressed by Islamic regimes, and are those stories representative of the Muslim religion?  What is the reality for the woman born and raised in a devoutly Islamic culture? Special guest Maryam Namazie is the spokesperson for Equal Rights Now, One Law for All, a campaign against Sharia Law in Britain.  She founded Iran Solidarity and works closely with the International Committee Against Stoning.  She was also selected one of the top 45 women of the year by Elle Magazine Quebec 2007, "Iranian of the Year" by Iranian.com in 1997-98 and received the Julie B. Friedman Humanitarian Award in 1987.   In this compelling discussion, Maryam and others lend their perspectives on the subject of Islam and Women. VIDEO LINKS:   Christopher Hitchens on Q&A:  http://www.abc.net.au/tv/qanda/txt/s2695716.htm?clip=rtmp://cp44823.edgefcs.net/ondemand/flash/tv/streams/qanda/qanda_2009_ep27.flv   Christopher Hitchens/John Lennox:  http://youtu.be/yNd1zTcvlC0   WAFA SULTAN:  WOMEN IN Islam:  CFI’s Women in Secularism Conference 2012  http://youtu.be/nOK-F79aRBo    

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