TheThinkingAtheist
The Thinking Atheist
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.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Oct 6, 2026 • 1h 21min
When Movies Screw Up the Science
It's fun to suspend disbelief and go on a fantastic film journey, but sometimes Hollywood stretches the science so far that it breaks our brains.This fun and informative show features the voices of several scientists eager to chat about the movies that make them wince, and we'll list some films that actually make scientific sense. Enjoy!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 29, 2026 • 2h 39min
The Unholy Trinity Reunion
On August 29th, 2026, Matt Dillahunty, Aron Ra, and Seth Andrews reunited on stage for a three-hour event in Fort Worth, Texas. This is the audio from that sold-out show.VIDEOBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 25, 2026 • 1h 8min
They Go Low, We Go High? (with Cecil Cicirello)
Here's a re-broadcast of a recent Cognitive Dissonance show where Seth filled the co-host seat for a hospitalized Tom Curry.VIDEO of this discussionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 22, 2026 • 48min
The Making of an American Caesar (with Dr. Brad Onishi)
Dr. Brad Onishi has done an impressive deep dive into the evangelical kingmaking machine. He joined Seth to talk about his new book on MAGA's messiah.VIDEO of this conversationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 18, 2026 • 10min
The Idol of Rot (a 10-minute reading)
In this ten-minute reading, a Substack account called Fear and Loathing: Closer to the Edge describes Trump's America in stark language. Listen and decide if this depiction is fair or unfair.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 15, 2026 • 60min
Go Fact Yourself: "Skeptics" Aren't Immune to Fake News
Seth Andrews addresses an often unpopular reality: We're all human, and humans can be fooled. Check out some examples of popular links and memes (shared by progressives and atheists) that aren't tethered to sources or are outright lies.VIDEO of this speech.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 10, 2026 • 60min
The Elevator Metaphor: Portrait of American Idiots
Seth attempts to describe the human anchors around our cultural neck. Plus your calls.The West Point articleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 8, 2026 • 1h 1min
EPISODE #900
This week marks a milestone: 900 shows! Hop into the way-back machine as Seth plays selected clips from various shows over sixteen years.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 3, 2026 • 20min
Dolly Parton: Christian Humanist (A Tribute by Matt Dillahunty)
The world recently lost an icon, and many are only now learning about the humanitarian work which defined most of Dolly Parton's 80 year life. At the recent Unholy Trinity Reunion event in Fort Worth, atheist activist Matt Dillahunty paid tribute.VIDEO of Matt's tributeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 1, 2026 • 54min
RESIST: 4 Ways to Defend Democracy (with Andrew Seidel)
Constitutional attorney Andrew Seidel told a Sarnia, Ontario audience that things in the U.S. are dire, but there are things that all of us can do to resist.SPEECH VIDEOBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
