Synopsis
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.
Episodes
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Black Nonbelievers: A Candid Conversation about Diversity
11/02/2020 Duration: 01h15minSeth Andrews tackles the subject of diversity and the atheist "movement" with a panel of five black atheist activists: Mandisa Thomas, Will Juedy, Precious Singo, Fil Session, and Tiffany Tucker.Visit the website for Black Nonbelievers at http://www.blacknonbelievers.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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A Secular State of the Union Address (2020)
04/02/2020 Duration: 42minUnited States presidents traditionally give a synopsis of their nation's achievements and challenges in an annual speech. For this podcast, host Seth Andrews offers his own secular version of "The State of the Union."Support our sponsor: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Whistleblowers: The Truth & Transparency Foundation
28/01/2020 Duration: 43minOriginally founded as Mormon Leaks, http://www.truthandtransparency.org is the brainchild of Ethan Dodge and Ryan McKnight...in an attempt to empower whistleblowers and reveal problematic people and practices within religious organizations.The founders join Seth Andrews for a conversation about their work.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Rocks in your Vagina: The Pseudoscience of Gwyneth Paltrow and "Goop"
21/01/2020 Duration: 01h04minThis month, Gwyneth Paltrow (and her "wellness" brand Goop) debut a new show on Netflix, but the woo is strong, the stakes are high, and the need for science-based health information is even higher.In this broadcast, we explore many claims made by Paltrow, her organization and affiliates, and Seth Andrews speaks with professor Timothy Caulfield, author of the book "Is Gwyneth Paltrow Wrong About Everything?"Caulfield's latest article in The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/gwyneth-paltrows-new-goop-lab-is-an-infomercial-for-her-pseudoscience-business-129674Support our sponsor. http://www.blinkist.com/sethBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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The Theater Is My Temple
16/01/2020 Duration: 01h21minIn this unscripted, unscheduled, bonus podcast, Seth Andrews monologues and takes listener calls on subjects ranging far and wide. Enjoy!YouTube video of this broadcast is at https://youtu.be/TFykoekL18cBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Understanding Iran: with Armin Navabi
13/01/2020 Duration: 01h13minTensions between the United States and Iran remain high. Opinions span the spectrum. Yet Iran remains a mystery to a great many. This podcast features Iranian-born Armin Navabi, who provides some context and backstory to recent military events (including the killing of Qasem Soleimani).Armin is co-host of http://www.secularjihadists.comVIDEO of this conversation on YouTube at https://youtu.be/NECuXTlTRe0Support our sponsor, and get 3 months for $30 at http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Looking Ahead to 2020: How Screwed Are We?
07/01/2020 Duration: 01h47minWhat does 2020 have in store for us? Join us for a look at some interesting things coming in the New Year, plus plenty of listener calls with perspectives on their hopes/fears for the months to come!Support our sponsors:The Great Courses Plus: One Month Free Trial via http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethHarrys: http://www.harrys.com/thethinkingatheistBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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2019: The Year in Review
29/12/2019 Duration: 01h18minAs we approach the New Year, we take a quick look back at some of the biggest, most important, and most entertaining stories of 2019.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Gay Jesus, Santa, and Shelley Segal
20/12/2019 Duration: 51minThis show includes conversations and listener calls about the new Netflix "gay Jesus" show, the Hallmark Channel controversy, skepticism VS the Santa Claus myth...and we cap the show with some holiday tunes by singer/songwriter Shelley Segal.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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The Christ-Free Christmas
17/12/2019 Duration: 01h20minMore and more Americans (and people around the world) are celebrating the Christmas holiday without any of the religious trappings. How do you mark the December 25th holiday?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Seth Andrews - Let's Not Wake Up Like This: Restoring Perspective and Humanity in the Era of Outrage
10/12/2019 Duration: 01h55sOn November 2nd, 2019 at http://www.free-flo.org , Seth Andrews gave this presentation as an encouragement to get the facts, understand ideological opponents, and not lose ourselves in the deafening white noise of online outrage.It's a speech given in good faith, with the hope that it will also be received in good faith. VIDEO of this presentation is at https://youtu.be/CPmOw25VtoIBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Jehovah's Witnesses: When a Cult Comes Knocking
03/12/2019 Duration: 01h07minWho/What are the Jehovah's Witnesses? It's a religion most people have heard of but know little about. In this podcast, Seth Andrews speaks with three ex-JWs about the origins, the teachings, and the organizations. Guests include:Lloyd Evans, author of "The Reluctant Apostate" @cedarsjwsurveyAmber Scorah, author of "Leaving the Witness" @amberscorahTelltale (Owen Morgan), host of TellTale Atheist @telltaleatheistBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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The Case Against Miracles: with John W. Loftus
26/11/2019 Duration: 40minJohn W. Loftus is editor of the new anthology, "The Case Against Miracles." Loftus joins Seth Andrews to define "miracle," and to talk about why claims of miracles fail at every level.The book is available now at https://amzn.to/2qG7CPsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Vulgarity For Charity: Let's Do Some Good (for goodness' sake)
25/11/2019 Duration: 13minThe Scathing Atheist and Cognitive Dissonance crew have once again teamed up to raise money (over $100,000!) for http://www.modestneeds.org, and you can be a part of it. Details on this short podcast with Modest Needs president Keith Taylor.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Matt Dillahunty and Seth Andrews in Phoenix: Faith, Family, and the Future of Humanism
23/11/2019 Duration: 01h55minIn an event sponsored by http://www.hsgp.org, Matt Dillahunty and Seth Andrews took the stage in Phoenix on November 9, 2019 for a candid (and often very personal) conversation about atheism, humanism, religion, family, and more.YouTube VIDEO of this conversation:Part One: https://youtu.be/a5nE3GBEY5gPart Two: https://youtu.be/xHuQ-KJBZjQVIDEO LINKS:Part OnePart TwoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Dave Warnock: Dying Out Loud
19/11/2019 Duration: 53minIn January of 2019, Dave Warnock was diagnosed with ALS and given 3-5 years to live. He refused to take the news lying down, and has traveled the world on a campaign called "Dying Out Loud."Dave has pledged to make the most of his remaining time, and he wants to encourage others to maximize their brief, precious moments on this earth. Dave speaks with Seth Andrews about death, life, and so much more.Dave's website: https://daveoutloud.com/ Dave on Twitter: @dwwarnockBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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The Cult of Trump: with Steven Hassan
12/11/2019 Duration: 45minSteven Hassan is a mental health professional, author, and expert on cults, and he's convinced that President Donald Trump exhibits many of the same characteristics of famous cult leaders like David Koresh, Jim Jones, and Sun Myung Moon.Hassan talks about cults, their leaders and influence, and the President of the United States.BOOK: The Cult of Trump on Amazon at https://amzn.to/2ouhjQ2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Basic Evolution (for Creationists): with Dr. Donald Prothero
05/11/2019 Duration: 54minDr. Donald Prothero is a renowned paleontologist, geologist, educator, and author of over 40 books. He speaks with Seth Andrews about common misconceptions about evolution, refutations to common Creationist claims, and the best resources for legitimate science education in the Internet Age.Berkeley's website "Understanding Evolution:" https://evolution.berkeley.edu/evolibrary/home.phpDr. Prothero's website: http://www.donaldprothero.comSupport our sponsors.The Great Courses Plus http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethBlinkist http://www.blinkist.com/sethBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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The Devil's Chord (and other listener calls)
29/10/2019 Duration: 54minThis is a variety show of listener calls, including questions about a demon-summoning musical chord, atheist funerals, agnosticism, slavery, and more!Support our sponsor and get a free Harry's trial set at http://www.harrys.com/thethinkingatheistBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Take The Secular Survey
22/10/2019 Duration: 48minhttp://www.secularsurvey.org is a scientific survey designed to help the non-religious achieve better representation in the United States. Seth Andrews talks about the survey and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.