TheThinkingAtheist

Do you believe in Christmas miracles? Seth Andrews ties a true event from the early 20th Century to the critical challenges of today.This presentation will (hopefully) leave you entertained and encouraged.VIDEO of the speech.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Physicist and author Dr. Aaron Adair talks about just some of the many problems with the biblical nativity story.Dr. Adair's bookVIDEO of this conversationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

From Seth Andrews' 2015 audiobook "Sacred Cows," here's a fun little profile of a dark Christmas tradition that many in the United States don't (yet) know about.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Constitutional attorney Andrew Seidel, known for his work on church-state separation, dives into pressing political issues. He defends Die Hard as a Christmas classic and discusses the fracturing GOP and the implications for the 2024 elections. Seidel highlights the dangers of recent legislation mandating Ten Commandments displays and critiques the rise of Christian nationalism. He shares insights on the importance of nonviolent civil resistance and the role of artists in the fight against autocracy, stressing the value of building coalitions for democracy.

Kayse Melone, an ex-evangelical turned secular humanist activist, shares her journey from a strict fundamentalist upbringing to embracing secular ideas. She discusses the deep-rooted patriarchy and purity culture she faced as a girl, and the disorientation that followed her loss of faith. Kayse also connects evangelical teachings to political ideologies, emphasizing the importance of dismantling these beliefs. She highlights her path to reclaiming femininity through tattoos while coping with the void left by her deconversion and the challenge of missing her former community.

Herod the Great was often not-so-great, but the discovery and excavation of his tomb has revealed much we didn't previously know. World renowned archaeologist and professor Dr. Jodi Magness weighs in.Dr. Magness' 2-part lectureVIDEO of this conversationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Author Scott Latta's new book examines and exposes the dark side(s) of the American megachurch.Get the book:VIDEO of this conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

With the holidays upon us, there's never been a time to be at your wits' end. Enjoy this pre-Thanksgiving mix of rants and calls!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

End-of-the-World prophecies and global foreign policy often involve Zion. But what is it, and how do skeptics compassionately and correctly approach the persecution of and propaganda by today's Nation of Israel?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Matt joins Seth for a chat about video games, the Democrats, civil war, penis snakes, and more!VIDEO of this conversationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.