Friendly Atheist Podcast

Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show!Join our private Facebook group and Discord server!Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.– Sen. Joni Ernst defends "we all are going to die" comment with pitch to embrace Jesus. (0:48)– Christian Nationalist Sean Feucht accused of massive financial misconduct by former ministry insiders. (14:05)– Colorado passed a law to protect trans people. These pastors repeatedly lied about it. (31:39) – Quincy (MA) faces lawsuit over taxpayer-funded Catholic statues at police HQ. (49:20)– Catholic bishops file lawsuit to protect the secrets of sex predators. (1:06:46)– In California, students with disabilities can now attend religious schools on the public dime. (1:24:35)This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show!Join our private Facebook group and Discord server!Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.– Georgia high school cancels "The Crucible" after complaints of "demonic" themes. (0:30)– Texas Democrat exposes GOP hypocrisy in bill forcing Ten Commandments in classrooms. (17:45)– Tennessee teen sues Christian school for withholding diploma after she posted about her girlfriend. (39:48)– Dept. of Justice targets small Idaho town over zoning dispute with extremist church. (57:50)– At long last, Delaware enacts "death with dignity" law to ease human suffering. (1:17:55)This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show!Join our private Facebook group and Discord server!Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.– Good news! The Supreme Court deadlocked on allowed the first-ever taxpayer-funded religious charter school in Oklahoma. (0:20) – Liberty University paid Jerry Falwell, Jr. $15 million to make him—and his lawsuits—disappear. (10:45)– Trump admin drops $37.7M fine against Christian school that lied about tuition. (26:17)– After a decade, a Florida city has finally given up defending an illegal prayer vigil. (36:50)– Indicted megachurch pastor Robert Morris abused a kid. Now he's suing for retirement pay. (53:13)– Texas Senate passes bill to force Christian date labels (B.C. and A.D.) in public schools. (1:06:37)– Appeals court: Southwest's lawyers don't have to go through right-wing "religious freedom" training. (1:14:35)This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show!Join our private Facebook group and Discord server!Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.– There’s a new pope! (0:10)– Jehovah’s Witnesses are suing a reporter for "wiretapping"—after inviting him on the call. (5:45)– Conservative Christian pastor Josh Buice trolled himself out of power. (22:16)– Despite credible misconduct allegations, Christian radio host returns to ministry. (39:03)– Kentucky cops are paying Christian ministries to train their dogs at Ark Encounter. (1:04:49)– How Ethnos360 turned its back on abuse victims... again. (1:15:30)This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show!Join our private Facebook group and Discord server!Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.– Trump Justice Dept. sides with Catholic Church to fight law requiring priests to report abuse. (0:49)– "How much God do you need?" School board member slams invocation plan. (18:00)– Pickleball over people? NJ town moves to seize church and block homeless shelter. (44:05)– Texas lawmakers want a month-long celebration of God's promises in the Bible. (1:10:00)– A curriculum coup: Oklahoma Republicans allow right-wing rewrite of history. (1:13:13)This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show!Join our private Facebook group and Discord server!Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.— The Supreme Court heard a case to decide if taxpayers should fund a religious charter school. (0:26)— Southern Baptist membership hits 50-year low as Americans keep walking away. (14:15)— "Satanology" activist challenges cities that raised Christian flags. (33:38)— "No respect for God": Florida mayor denies "Day of Reason" proclamation. (40:01)— An Arizona school board member on a religious crusade has cost her district over $218,000. (49:31)— White evangelicals still see Trump as ethical and honest, but atheists know better. (1:03:45)— California court upholds $1.2 million fine against church that ignored COVID restrictions. (1:15:25)This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show!Join our private Facebook group and Discord server!Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.— Don’t let nostalgia rewrite the real legacy of Pope Francis. (0:45)— After public outcry, a Mormon seminary will not be built at an Arizona public school. (38:30)— Oklahoma Republicans pass controversial "Christ is King" resolution. (50:49)— Indiana resolution declares "unified" allegiance to "the Lord, Jesus Christ." (1:03:56)— City of Hartford flies Christian flag at City Hall, despite warning from lawyer. (1:07:20)— Ohio schools face lawsuit threats over candy-fueled Christian recruiting. (1:14:41)This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show!Join our private Facebook group and Discord server!Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.— Washington bill ends clergy loophole: Confessions no longer shield child abusers. (0:30)— Catholic hospital ditches "pro-life" rhetoric to avoid malpractice lawsuit payout. (16:25)— Arkansas Republicans just fired the state's Library Board to please one Christian Nationalist. (30:20)— Tennessee’s "Success Sequence" law ignores what really makes kids successful. (48:08)— Sen. James Lankford knows the IRS isn’t targeting churches—he just hopes you don’t. (1:00:23)— See something, snitch something: The State Department’s "anti-Christian bias" witch hunt begins. (1:13:12)This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show!Join our private Facebook group and Discord server!Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.— A church told members how to vote. The IRS officially says that's fine. (1:10)— A public school district in Arizona agreed to build a Mormon seminary on campus. (29:35)— “Close the doors!”: Bishop Marvin Sapp's tithing ultimatum sparks outrage. (43:43)— It's mold, not a miracle: The Catholic Church’s latest eucharistic blunder. (55:36)— Minnesota lawmaker's bill to "advance critical thinking" actually pushes Christian mythology. (1:04:00)— Two influential atheist groups have finally settled a case involving a donor's wishes. (1:08:40)This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show!Join our private Facebook group and Discord server!Kristi Burke is an ex-evangelical Christian who began deconstructing her faith at 19. She creates YouTube content that supports others navigating their own deconstruction journeys, offering insight, solidarity, and encouragement. As the political climate in the U.S. has intensified, her work has expanded to confront the rise of Christian nationalism and authoritarianism. Through a thoughtful, balanced lens rooted in critical thinking, empathy, and a commitment to productive action, she aims to empower others to resist and engage meaningfully with the world around them.You can subscribe to her channel at Jezebel Vibes: https://www.youtube.com/@kristiburke/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.