Atheist Roundtable

It's time to talk about abortion.  I expect this will be fun.   I've only ever run into one word besides "atheism" that makes people turn white, and that's abortion.  Why is that?  Why is this such a huge deal?  I'll give my perspective, and take your calls.

What about those jabs atheists use on believers?  Things like the "invisible all-powerful sky daddy", or my personal dragon in my pants?  Is it worth it to point out all the atrocities the god of the old testement commited?  How are these jabs any different from the ones atheists get from beleivers?   All this, plus your calls!

Is Freedom of Religion the same as Freedom to Worship?  What, if any, is the difference?  How is this argument framong the debate between the Department of Health and Human Services and the American Catholic Bishops?   This show will focus on the issue of the HHS demanding that religious institutions provide comprehensive helath care to its employees, and cannot refuse to do so because they don't like it.  

Ever heard any of these:  "You have to believe in SOMETHING!" or "Why are you mad at god?" or "Your life must have no meaning!" This episode of the Roundtable, we'll talk about these jabs people give atheists and what responses people have had for them. Join me!    

This episode will focus on two fascinating news stories.  The first in from Louisiana where Rep. Valarie Hodges was shocked to learn that the vouchers she supported to send children to Christian schools could also be used to send children to Muslim schools.  Oh, how could that happen? The second is about a woman convicted of drunk driving.  Her sentence includes a book report on Job.  Really?  What in teh world does that have to do with hurting people in a car wreck?   Plus your calls. If you want to send me a message, email me at atheistroundtable@gmail.com.  Check out my blog at http://andrewtheatheistsblog.blogspot.com/.  If you really like the show, drop by the blog and consider making a donation. All contributions will go to allowing me to upgrade to the premium version of blogtalkradio. Show links: http://www.patheos.com/blogs/friendlyatheist/2012/07/05/louisiana-republican-when-i-voted-for-state-funds-to-go-to-religious-schools-i-didnt-mean-muslim-ones/?utm_medium=twitter&utm_source=twitterfeed http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2012/07/05/s-c-judge-sentences-drunk-driver-to-8-years-bible-study/

Meet the host, Andrew Garber.   I'll go over my apostasy story, and let you all know how I moved from theim to atheism.   This is going to be a live call-in show.  I'll do my best to answer questions regarding atheism, non-belief and so forth.   Since this is the first time I'm doing this, I'll be making many errors.  Your patience is appreciated.