The Thinking Atheist Podcast
Summary: A former Christian of 30 years, I've joined countless others in breaking the bonds of fear and superstition to live a truthful, fulfilled, exciting life. As a professional video producer, I create short-form videos designed to entertain, generate discussion, ask and answer questions, and generally blow some fresh air through the cobwebs.
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Podcasts:
Religious "nones" are on the rise, but evangelicals continue to maneuver into circles of influence at every level. We discuss their tactics and Christian Dominion Theology.Dr. Clint Heacock's "Mindshift podcast: https://mindshiftpodcast.co.uk/
It's a lighthearted look into the fears and phobias which give us pause (or send us rushing out of the room). Evolutionary psychologist Dr. Hector Garcia joins us for the second half of the broadcast.
Don't walk under a ladder. Don't open an umbrella indoors. Beware the black cat. Knock on wood. This lighthearted show explores the origins of popular superstitions.
Our annual Halloween tradition! It's an entire podcast of ghost stories. Turn down the lights, crank up the volume, and enjoy.
Join us for another journey through some of the more, uh, interesting yet seldom addressed stories in the Christian Bible.
Dr. Kristin Du Mez is a Christian, yet she is also taking to task America's hard leanings into white Christian Nationalism and authoritarian "God warrior" narratives. Join us for a compelling discussion about her new book.BOOK LINK: https://amzn.to/391DTU1Dr. Du Mez's website: https://kristindumez.com/VIDEO of this discussion: https://youtu.be/aeMjEYAMsGk
Andrew Seidel has penned a latter for Religion Dispatches that serves as an encouragement to exvangelicals. In this (free) short bonus show, with their permission, I read the text of that letter.ARTICLE: https://religiondispatches.org/a-love-letter-to-exvangelicals-and-those-deconstructing-their-toxic-faith/
Seth speaks with Dr. David Madison about his new book, and the last half of the show features all of Chapter Ten.Get the book here! https://amzn.to/3jQBi5u
The classic Trolley Problem forces a life-and-death choice with no easy solution. In this broadcast, listeners navigate several ethical dilemmas, and we discuss the implications.
Mimzy was a devout Muslim. She observed the Qur'an and proselytized her religion...until her dissatisfaction with Islam led her to question everything. She shares her inspiring story on this week's show.On Twitter: @MimzyVidzOn YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mimzyvidzVIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/aQfrRS41eaUDocumentary "Women Leaving Islam:" https://youtu.be/ojpGBz9OxPM
Katie Engelhart has a new book which fairly explores the hugely complex issues of Death with Dignity, assisted suicide, Medical Aid in Dying, and other models for allowing competent adults to end their own suffering. She speaks candidly about her research, the stories, and her own opinions.Katie's website: https://www.katieengelhart.com VIDEO of this conversation https://youtu.be/ic4cG4SYMco
Our listeners confess to the (often comedically) strange beliefs they once held.
We take a respectful and science-based look at the controversial subject of abortion.Link to the book, "Confessions of a Former Fox News Christian:" https://amzn.to/3iFFMep
Dr. Winell does a lot of work with exvangelicals, and she authored the book, "Leaving the Fold - A Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving their Religion." She joins us to talk about religious trauma and recovery.Dr. Winell's website: http://marlenewinell.net Dr. Winell's book: https://amzn.to/3rK7FF9
Roy Speckhardt is Executive Direction of AHA and author of several books, including his most recent, titled "Justice-Centered Humanism: How (and Why) to Engage in Public Policy for Good (Humanism in Practice). We talk about atheism VS Humanism, and being forces for positive change in this crazy world. Roy's book: https://amzn.to/3lfCy3h American Humanist Association: http://www.americanhumanist.org
