Uncomfortable Conversations with Josh Szeps SZEPS LIVE TOUR: "Atheism, Wokeness & Islam" with Sarah Haider
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Jul 27, 2025 
Sarah Haider, co-founder of Ex-Muslims of North America and outspoken advocate for those leaving Islam, opens up about her transformative journey from atheism to exploring spirituality. She addresses the unsettling religious undertones within progressive ideologies, revealing her disillusionment with the existing atheist movement. The conversation also dives into the emotional complexities of belief, the struggle for meaningful dialogue in cultural debates, and the moral imperatives that shape ethical frameworks in today's society.
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Founding Ex-Muslims Organization
- Sarah Haider founded Ex-Muslims of North America in 2013 to support apostates from Islam.
- She was motivated by advocacy for abolishing apostasy and blasphemy laws internationally.
Atheism Movement's Youth Challenge
- The atheism movement has failed to address the psychological needs of young people today.
- This failure led many youths to join other political movements that better meet their needs.
Political Homogeneity in Atheism
- The atheism community lacks political diversity, aligning mostly with progressive views.
- Conservative atheists exist but tend to remain peripheral and quiet about their atheism.
