Thethinkingatheist

Political scientist and strategist Dr. Rachel Bitecofer has thoughts about why the Left loses and how pro-democracy advocates could win at the midterms and in 2028.VIDEO of this discussionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

This show was written, produced, and queued BEFORE the chaos at Saturday's White House Correspondents Dinner, but it was about the dinner, the press, and a recent series of appearances by Pete Buttigieg.I've revised the first segment with updated commentary, but the rest of the show is airing as scheduled, with the caveat that all comments after the 14-minute mark were made pre-incident.I appreciate your patience, and I hope the show remains relevant for you.The Pete Buttigieg town hall event in TulsaThe open letterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Dr. Lucas Wilson has done a lot of writing and speaking about the unscientific and often dangerous practice of "conversion therapy." He joins us to talk about the recent Supreme Court ruling on the matter, as well as a new book featuring survivor stories.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Recently, secular studies professor and sociologist Dr. Phil Zuckerman appeared on Bill O'Reilly's show to talk about the rise of the non-religious in the United States. He joins Seth Andrews to talk about that talk.Video of this conversationThe O'Reilly interviewPhil ZuckermanWe Can Reason conferenceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Archaeologist Dr. Flint Dibble recently made big waves on the Joe Rogan podcast, but more importantly, he's been a terrific debunker and science educator on his own platforms.VIDEO of this conversation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

The new editor-in-chief at CBS News is suspiciously tied to Trump cronies. How objective is Bari Weiss, and how have the oligarchs manipulated our media?LINKSVerge articleTed talkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Professed ex-atheist Christopher Beha has written that falling in love was his ticket back to God. Seth examines this claim and reads some other interesting articles of the week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Martial-arts icon and Christian nationalist Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86. Seth has thoughts (plus your calls).VIDEO of this streamBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

We're living our lives by their rules. How did we get here? Plus your calls.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Trump supporters have brought us to the brink. If convincing them isn't working, is shaming the next option?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Elon Musk says that empathy is going to ruin us. Fish Stark of the American Humanist Association not only disagrees, but the AHA is prepping a historic day of empathy...and you can potentially be a part of it. https://www.americanempathyproject.org/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

It's impossible to ignore the parallels between 1930s Germany and today's United States. In this podcast, we look at white supremacy as a Trumpian political platform.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

So much on this week's broadcast, including dog trackers, quantum vibrations, angry atheism, the Epstein files, reptile rain, and of course, Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Mickey Dollens is the Regional Government Affairs Manager for the Freedom From Religion Foundation. FFRF is on the front lines to protect state/church separation. https://ffrfaction.org/KPOP ACTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Britt Hartley is a religious trauma and deconstruction coach. She's also a "Certified Spiritual Director" at No Nonsense Spirituality.What does that mean? Can someone be a spiritual atheist?VIDEO of this conversationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

The daily headlines in Trump's America feel like body blows. If you're feeling traumatized, it means you've still got a beating heart and a moral center.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Former pastor and exvangelical Justin DZ of "Deconstruction Zone" joins us in a Bible study that just might blow your mind.PART ONE of this podcastVIDEO of this conversationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Former pastor and exvangelical Justin DZ of "Deconstruction Zone" joins us in a Bible study that just might blow your mind.PART TWO of this podcastVIDEO of this conversation: Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Here's a fun one for the holiday. In this show, we answer questions like, "Why do we get the hiccups?" "How do flu shots work?" And of course, "Why do dogs stink when they get wet?"Science can indeed be fun!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Professor Nita Farahany of Duke Law is an expert on the implications of new technologies on society, law, ethics, and privacy. We spoke about today's culture of smart tech and surveillance.VIDEO of this conversationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.