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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Sep 12, 2023 • 54min
God Likes to Watch: The Blaming and Shaming of Purity Culture
Inside and outside of dogmatic religions, people are shamed and controlled by moralists crying "sin!" Why and how are the puritans attacking the natural, sexual person?Seth Andrews gave a recent speech on Purity Culture.VIDEO of this speech: https://youtu.be/q_DHYGPIH9QBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 5, 2023 • 48min
Flying Toward the Light: and Other Stuff We Should Already Know
This is a fun one, as we expand our knowlede about random stuff we (often) do and say without thinking. We explore why bugs are attracted to light, how soap works, why we "toast" champagne glasses, the origin of treadmills, and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Aug 29, 2023 • 37min
The Most Remarkable American Most People Have Never Heard Of
He remains one of the most powerful writers and speakers of the past several hundred years. His work changed my life. Yet many don't even know his name. Take a few moments, and allow me to introduce you. - SethBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Aug 22, 2023 • 38min
Assaulted for my Atheism (and other listener calls)
One of our callers talks about his apostasy and the domestic violence he faced when telling his family. We hear his story and talk to other listeners about whatever is on their minds.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Aug 15, 2023 • 59min
A World without Borders: Reflections on Humanity's Dividing Lines
Join Seth Andrews as he goes full John Lennon about the tribal lines which divide us, and how the world might look without them.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Aug 8, 2023 • 36min
Faces After Suicide: with Author/Producer Lindsey Doolittle
In this broadcast, we talk about the taboo: suicide. Author/Producer Lindsey Doolittle has directed two short films on the subject based on her own experience with the loss of a partner.This won't always be an easy conversation, but it remains a critical one, with plenty of suggested resources for navigating grief.ABOVE THE RUG: https://abovetherug.comFACES AFTER SUICIDE FILM: https://bit.ly/3CUSIXiVAN GOGH FILM: https://bit.ly/3Nu5XmJGOFUNDME LINK TO DONATE: https://rb.gy/0bqofRFR: http://www.recoveringfromreligion.orgGRIEVING BILL OF RIGHTS: https://bit.ly/3NTpNJhSUICIDE AND CRISIS HELPLINE: dial 988VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/GexAlSVagjsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Aug 1, 2023 • 34min
Debunking the Funk: with Molecular Biologist Dr. Dan Wilson
What happens when a real scientist tackles the conspiracists? Dr. Dan Wilson is debunking the funk out there, and he joins us this week. Dan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DebunktheFunkwithDrWilsonDan on Twitter: @Debunk_the_FunkVIDEO of this conversation on YouTube: (coming soon)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jul 25, 2023 • 1h 2min
How "Sound of Freedom" Cheats the Children: with Damion Moore and Lynn Packer of American Crime Journal
On this podcast, we take a second (and much deeper) dive into the hot-button issue of child sex trafficking as presented by the box office smash, "Sound of Freedom." What's real? What's not? And how can we support legitimate efforts to protect children?ACJ website: http://www.americancrimejournal.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jul 20, 2023 • 8min
Kidnapping President Lincoln
A 6-minute bonus release from Seth Andrews' second podcast, "True Stories with Seth Andrews." Subscribe on all major podcast apps.http://www.truestoriespodcast.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jul 18, 2023 • 47min
Can I Hear Cremated People in My Spirit Box? (and more listener calls)
It's random heathenry and shenanigans this week! Enjoy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
