

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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Aug 15, 2018 • 49min
Texts From My Religious Dad
Seth Andrews shares a recent text exchange with a religious father, and speaks candidly about family, boundaries and respect...and how religions so often damage them.VIDEO version of this show at https://youtu.be/iUp3FdfYeLsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Aug 14, 2018 • 1h 10min
I Used To Believe Weird Things
From the Sunlight Diet to flat-earthers to kitchen seasonings that repel demons, we explore some of the more bizarre (and entertaining) things our listeners once held as Truth.Prepare yourself for some strangely entertaining beliefs submitted by our listeners, and an exploration into why we so often embrace the irrational.Support our sponsor, and get a free trial at The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Aug 7, 2018 • 1h 37min
Christianity, Crimes, and the Constitution (with Andrew Torrez)
Andrew Torrez, an attorney and host of "Opening Arguments," joins Seth Andrews for an in-depth conversation about the law, the Constitution, the Supreme Court, church/state separation, and the Religious Right in the era of Trump. Opening Arguments podcast: https://openargs.comSupport our sponsors.Get a free trial at The Great Courses Plus with this URL: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethGet $50 off select Casper mattresses http://www.casper.com/thethinkingatheist (promo code thinkingatheist at checkout) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Jul 26, 2018 • 46min
God, Guilt, Political Correctness, and Trevor Noah (a Seth Andrews Livestream)
Seth Andrews fields comments and questions on a wide variety of topics, including the recent Trevor Noah controversy, religious guilt, political correctness, and (yes) the ice cream man.Support Seth on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrewsThe longer, unedited YouTube stream is here: https://youtu.be/d0a6ObX2hrE Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Jul 24, 2018 • 57min
Noah Was A Plonker
From Ken Ham's Ark Encounter to Jenny McCarthy to Egyptian curses to 3D-printed handguns, Seth Andrews brushes up on the weird, wonderful world of British insults as he monologues about some of the stranger headlines of the week.Support our sponsor. $20 off your contact lens order at http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code: sethandrews20) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Jul 17, 2018 • 1h 27min
Cults Part Two: The Trouble with Totalism
From the Moonies to Scientology to Heaven's Gate, we continue our two-part series on cults, their methods, their abuses, and the stories of some who escaped. Chris Shelton's Scientology blog: http://mncriticalthinking.com/A helpful resource. The International Cultic Studies AssociationSansu the Cat: http://sansuthecat.blogspot.com/2015/09/the-lunacy-of-rev-moon-or-why-i-am-not.html?m=1Support our sponsors: The Great Courses Plushttp://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethStamps.comhttp://www.stamps.com ($20 off contact lenses with code sethandrews20)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Jul 10, 2018 • 42min
Cults Part One: Mind-Control Ministry
"Leon," a former cult member, speaks candidly about his own brainwashing, extreme cult tactics, his escape, and the tools for understanding - and exposing - how cults oppress and enslave. His story was featured in the book, "Fortney Road: Life, Death, and Deception in a Christian Cult." Other resources:"Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion" by Robert CialdiniInternational Cultic Studies AssociationSupport our sponsor: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Support our sponsor The Great Courses Plushttp://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Jul 5, 2018 • 15min
Second Civil War Letters
In this short holiday broadcast, Seth Andrews reads some of the best hashtag responses to conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' warnings about The Second Civil War.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Jul 3, 2018 • 1h 6min
Civility, Speech and Stroopwafels
Seth Andrews does an extended monologue about free speech, bad movies, friendship, and Stroopwafels. Plus answers to chat questions.Support our sponsor: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code sethandrews for $30 off your contact lens purchase).VIDEO of this live stream podcast: https://youtu.be/KaMj9Hwb--UThe Atheist Experience link: https://youtu.be/4n6fOrL4zEYBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Jun 22, 2018 • 1h 10min
Seth Andrews Live Stream June 2018
This is the audio of a YouTube live stream from June 21st, 2018, where Seth Andrews responds on-the-spot to chat room comments and questions. Video version also available at https://youtu.be/YaJ5O9Uc6tYSupport our sponsorSimple Contacts: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code sethandrews)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.