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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Nov 16, 2021 • 1h 1min
Expose Christian Schools
The #ExposeChristianSchools hashtag is helping people share their stories about indoctrination and abuse within religious "education." In this show, we expose some of the problematic curriculum and share listener stories about their own experiences.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Nov 9, 2021 • 49min
Dominion: The Christian Assault on a Secular Nation (Part Two)
Katherine Stewart, author of "The Power Worshippers," and constitutional attorney Andrew Seidel join us for part two of this important conversation about the evangelical assault on the United States.Katherine Stewart: https://katherinestewart.meAndrew Seidel: https://andrewlseidel.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Nov 2, 2021 • 37min
Dominion: The Christian Assault on a Secular Nation
Religious "nones" are on the rise, but evangelicals continue to maneuver into circles of influence at every level. We discuss their tactics and Christian Dominion Theology.Dr. Clint Heacock's "Mindshift podcast: https://mindshiftpodcast.co.uk/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Oct 26, 2021 • 53min
Our Irrational Fears
It's a lighthearted look into the fears and phobias which give us pause (or send us rushing out of the room). Evolutionary psychologist Dr. Hector Garcia joins us for the second half of the broadcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Oct 19, 2021 • 58min
The Strange Origins of Popular Superstitions
Don't walk under a ladder. Don't open an umbrella indoors. Beware the black cat. Knock on wood. This lighthearted show explores the origins of popular superstitions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Oct 12, 2021 • 1h 17min
Ghost Stories 2021
Our annual Halloween tradition! It's an entire podcast of ghost stories. Turn down the lights, crank up the volume, and enjoy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Oct 5, 2021 • 59min
Seth Andrews Teaches Sunday School
Join us for another journey through some of the more, uh, interesting yet seldom addressed stories in the Christian Bible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 28, 2021 • 44min
Jesus & John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation (with author Dr. Kristin Du Mez)
Dr. Kristin Du Mez is a Christian, yet she is also taking to task America's hard leanings into white Christian Nationalism and authoritarian "God warrior" narratives. Join us for a compelling discussion about her new book.BOOK LINK: https://amzn.to/391DTU1Dr. Du Mez's website: https://kristindumez.com/VIDEO of this discussion: https://youtu.be/aeMjEYAMsGkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Sep 23, 2021 • 14min
A Love Letter to #Exvangelicals and Those Deconstructing their Toxic Faith
Andrew Seidel has penned a latter for Religion Dispatches that serves as an encouragement to exvangelicals. In this (free) short bonus show, with their permission, I read the text of that letter.ARTICLE: https://religiondispatches.org/a-love-letter-to-exvangelicals-and-those-deconstructing-their-toxic-faith/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Sep 21, 2021 • 49min
Ten Things Christians Wish Jesus Hadn't Taught (with author Dr. David Madison)
Seth speaks with Dr. David Madison about his new book, and the last half of the show features all of Chapter Ten.Get the book here! https://amzn.to/3jQBi5uBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
