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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Jun 5, 2020 • 47min
8 Minutes and 46 Seconds: Outrage and Protest in a Divided Nation (with Wil Jeudy)
On May 25th, 2020, George Floyd - an unarmed black man - was suffocated to death under the knee of a Minneapolis police officer, resulting in a national uprising and global protests. "8 minutes and 46 seconds" is the time Floyd was pinned to the ground by the neck.Seth Andrews speaks about race, equality, protest, and justice with Wil Jeudy, a black activist and Texas Assistant State Director for American Atheists.VIDEO of this discussion: https://youtu.be/1WUfCExjwmQBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Jun 2, 2020 • 1h 25min
Discriminating Against Atheists: Religion VS Non-Belief in America
This particular broadcast examines American attitudes about atheism and stories from many of our listeners about their own experiences. Support our sponsors:http://www.thegreatcourses.com/sethhttp://www.harrys.com/thethinkingatheistBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
May 26, 2020 • 1h 22min
My Religious Family is Driving Me Crazy
Frustrated with religious family members trying to convert/save you? This show is therapy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
May 19, 2020 • 1h 45min
Tribes, Tantrums, SJWs, and "The Atheist Movement"
Atheist YouTube activists Shannon Q, Jimmy Snow, and Paulogia join Seth Andrews for a candid conversation about atheism, activism, religion, social justice, and the state of the world. Shannon Q: https://bit.ly/35Vexo4Jimmy Snow: https://bit.ly/35QuMTF Paulogia: https://bit.ly/2YXPqQm VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/F65Ep_m8PJ4Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
May 12, 2020 • 55min
Goodbye Jesus: An Evangelical Preacher's Journey Beyond Faith (with ex-pastor Tim Sledge)
Tim Sledge was a fundamentalist Baptist pastor for decades. Today, he's a humanist activist and author who no longer believes in any god. He joins Seth Andrews to tell his story.Find Tim on Twitter: @Goodbye_JesusSupport our sponsor: http://www.blinkist.com/sethBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
May 5, 2020 • 1h 6min
Disinfect Bad Ideas
In this fast-and-loose broadcast, Seth Andrews applies bleach to some of the world's more troubling stains. Plus listener calls!Support our sponsor and get a free trial: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Apr 28, 2020 • 48min
Christians, Conspiracy, and Just Plain Crazy: with Noah Lugeons
Noah Lugeons is a popular podcaster, speaker, author, and activist, perhaps known best from The Scathing Atheist and God Awful Movies shows. He joins Seth Andrews for a lively conversation about the state of the world.Support our sponsor: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Apr 27, 2020 • 40min
Dr. Nina Shapiro: Masks, Medicines, Dr. Oz, and Corona-Conspiracies
Dr. Nina Shapiro is Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, science educator, and author of the book, "Hype: A Doctor's Guide to Medical Myths, Exaggerated Claims, and Bad Advice." She joins Seth Andrews for another candid conversation about COVID-19.Dr. Shapiro's website: http://drninashapiro.com/Dr. Shapiro's book: https://amzn.to/353XjojBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Apr 21, 2020 • 48min
Overcoming Isolation: Recovering From Religion
Dr. Darrel Ray and Gayle Jordan from http://www.recoveringfromreligion.org join Seth Andrews to talk about the current COVID-19 crisis and how RFR can help those who feel even more isolated in their personal journeys.Dr. Ray's video "Emotional Safety:" https://youtu.be/Jg8JLab1cQMBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Apr 12, 2020 • 1h 23min
Podcast #500 (with Natalie)
It's a special milestone: Show number 500. For the first time, Seth's wife, Natalie, joins in for a look at their relationship, and how two very different people share life. Thanks for over a decade of support, community, and friendship!VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/QpGmM7LkDi8DAVID MANNING VIDEO: https://youtu.be/f61zsLFQWRcKENNETH COPELAND REMIX: https://youtu.be/m2s0nB2VPvsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
