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.
Episodes
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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.
Jul 14, 2023 • 31min
A Suspicious "Sound of Freedom"
The child-sex-trafficking thriller film "Sound of Freedom" has exploded onto the scene, especially among right-wing conservatives. But there's reason to suspect the producers and star are using a legitimate human rights horror to fuel Q conspiracies.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jul 11, 2023 • 52min
ALIEN JESUS: Cosmic Challenges to Earthly Religions
Join us for a conversation with philosopher Jonathan M.S. Pierce and physicist Aaron Adair about extraterrestrials and gods. Get the book: "Aliens and Religion: When Two Worlds Collide" VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/UP_ogEgY92wBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jul 4, 2023 • 48min
Don't Debate? Rogan, Reality, & Science Theater
Joe Rogan recently challenged vaccine scientist Dr. Peter Hotez to debate conspiracy crank RFK Jr. on his podcast. Educator Melanie Trecek-King of ThinkingIsPower.com joins me to discuss debate, science, and the best way(s) to change minds...even our own.VIDEO of this discussion: (coming soon)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jun 27, 2023 • 1h 6min
I Didn't Choose to Be Born (and More Deep Existential Stuff)
Plenty of rants and calls on this one, including an interesting conversation about whether being involuntarily born is a tresspass on one's right to never exist. Hmm.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jun 20, 2023 • 47min
Strange Allies: The Atheist and the Baptist (with Amanda Tyler)
Amanda Tyler is Executive Director of the Baptist Joint Commission for Religious Liberty and lead organizer of Christians Against Christian Nationalism. She (and many Christians) are on the frontline fight against Christian Nationalism. VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/VP7S5BH73QsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jun 13, 2023 • 1h 11min
Gothard's God: Reflections on the Amazon Documentary "Shiny Happy People"
A new Amazon docuseries is highlighting the destructive Quiverfull cult developed under the leadership of Bill Gothard. We continue the discussion this week.Divorcing Religion: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/Heresy in the Heartland blog: http://heresyintheheartland.blogspot.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jun 6, 2023 • 58min
Dogs Cats A.I. (oh my!)
Seth apologizes to his dogs...and asks CHAT GPT to help out! Plus your calls!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
