Thethinkingatheist

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.

"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.

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.

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.

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.

Scott Clifton is an Emmy-winning actor from "The Bold and the Beautiful." He's also an atheist activist on YouTube, nown for the popular channel Theoretical Bullshit. He joins Seth Andrews for an entertaining conversation about both.There is VIDEO of this exchange at (link coming soon).Support our sponsor, Simple Contacts: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews  promo code seth andrews.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

The show title is (obviously) somewhat tongue-in-cheek, but the struggle is real. How do we engage, defeat bad ideas, and promote good ideas online without losing our humanity in the angry noise? Seth Andrews shares his own experience as a communicator in the age of the Rage Tweet.This is a presentation given before a live audience June 2nd at the annual fundraiser for the Northeast Ohio Freethought Society. There is no video version, but the slides shown to the live audience are described in the audio.Support our sponsor: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Author and screenwriter Chris Matheson is one of the people behind the "Bill & Ted" films, and authored the 2015 humor book, "The Story of God: a Biblical Comedy about Love and Hate." He's back (and so is God) for a follow-up. He joins Seth Andrews for a discussion about "The Trouble with God: a Divine Comedy about Judgment (and Misjudgemnt)."Support our sponsor: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Join Seth Andrews for a lightheated romp through a few recent headlines and his own (skeptical) observations about Jordan Peterson, the recent Royal Wedding, the miracle of the "angel moth," and more!Support our sponsor:http://www.harrys.com/thethinkingatheist Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

This broadcast addresses secular parenting, education VS indoctrination, and features a conversation with author Richard A. Conn Jr. about his book, "The Earthbound Parent: How (and Why) to Raise your Little Angels without Religion."More links:David G. McAfee: https://davidgmcafee.wordpress.comCouple of Atheists:  https://coupleofatheists.com/category/secular-parentingTiny Thinkers books:  http://tinythinkersbooks.comParenting Beyond Belief:  https://parentingbeyondbelief.comCamp Quest: http://www.campquest.orgSupport our sponsor The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

"Secular Mormon" Bryce Blankenagel speaks with Seth Andrews about the dark and often bloody foundations of the Mormon church.VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/gy5mUiviawUBryce's page: http://nakedmormonismpodcast.comSupport our sponsorThe Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

This show departs from its usual subject matter for a romp through some weird headlines from around the world. Enjoy!Support our sponsor: http://www.stamps.com (promo code sethandrews)Seth Andrews, Cara Santa Maria, and Matt Dillahunty in Los Angeles May 15th. Info and tickets at:https://www.facebook.com/seth.andrews.31/posts/1681757418567332https://www1.ticketmaster.com/event/09005489B24E34A2?f_PPL=true&ab=efeat5787v1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

In some fundamentalist cultures, the decision to not have children is considered a violation of God's edict to "be fruitful and multiply." We discuss being child-free against the expectations of others.Support our sponsor Simple Contacts: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews ($30 off contact lens purchase with promo code sethandrews) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Biologist, professor and author Dr. Abby Hafer gives specific examples of "Intelligent Design" that isn't intelligent at all.Dr. Hafer's Book, "The Not-So-Intelligent Designer: Why Evolution Explains the Human Body and Intelligent Design Does Not:" http://a.co/dUWs4zeSupport our sponsor The Great Courses Plus:http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethLos Angeles event with Matt Dillahunty, Cara Santa Maria, and Seth Andrews: https://www.facebook.com/events/2022525981403467/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Seth Andrews joins a live audience to celebrate his (approaching) 50th birthday at the 2018 American Atheists National Convention.Video of this speech is here: https://youtu.be/zkOq4WiDA1USupport our sponsorsThe Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethSimple Contacts: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code: sethandrews)  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

A recent internet meme asks users to "Name something a Christian says when they're losing an argument to an atheist." We explore some all-too-familiar responses.---Support our sponsor:Simple Contactshttp://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code: sethandrews)Brew City Benefit link:https://www.facebook.com/events/145752776069530/Holy Koolaid's website: http://www.holykoolaid.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Leona Stucky suffered abuse and shame as a Mennonite teenager. This is the story of her survival, escape, and liberation.Dr. Stucky's website: http://www.leonastucky.comBook: The Fog of Faith: Surviving My Impotent God:  https://www.amazon.com/Fog-Faith-Surviving-Impotent-God/dp/099864742XSupport our sponsor: http://www.simplecontacts.com/sethandrews (promo code: sethandrews)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

This bonus broadcast explores the story of Malala Yousafzai, her forgiveness of a Taliban assassin, and a much larger conversation about ideologies, tribes, oppressors, victims, division, and our own humanity in this often hyper-polarized world.Support Seth Andrews on Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/sethandrewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Death is often a taboo subject. But is it subject to be avoided (and an inevitability to be feared)?Join us for a candid, real, and destigmatizing conversation about our mortal and temporary lives. We'll speak with listeners about their own perspective, and a professional mortician will take us into the inner room of the funeral home for a frank yet fascinating look at the processes which happen after we're gone.This is a show about death, but more importantly, it's a conversation about life!Let's raise (at least) $3000 for William, a caller who's had a rought few years and could benefit from our help: https://www.gofundme.com/forwilliamSupport our sponsorsstamps.com: http://www.stamps.com (promo code: sethandrews)Skeptic Magic: https://www.pangburnphilosophy.com/project-1 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Author and New Testament scholar Dr. Bart Ehrman joins the show to talk about his latest book, "The Triumph of Christianity: How a Forbidden Religion Swept the World." Seth finishes the broadcast with a reading from the book.Bart Ehrman's website: https://www.bartdehrman.comSupport our sponsors:The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethHello Fresh: http://www.hellofresh.com (promo code SethAndrews30)VIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/uDy7TtfLggsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.