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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:

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57:24

The Inevitable: Dispatches on the Right to Die (with...

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2021/08/31

Katie Engelhart has a new book which fairly explores the hugely complex issues of Death with Dignity, assisted suicide, Medical Aid in Dying, and other models for allowing competent adults to end their own suffering. She speaks candidly about her research, the stories, and her own opinions.Katie's website: https://www.katieengelhart.com VIDEO of this conversation https://youtu.be/ic4cG4SYMco

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69:01

I Used to Believe Weird Things

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2021/08/24

Our listeners confess to the (often comedically) strange beliefs they once held.

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46:29

Abortion: Science, the Soul, and the Question of...

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2021/08/17

We take a respectful and science-based look at the controversial subject of abortion.Link to the book, "Confessions of a Former Fox News Christian:" https://amzn.to/3iFFMep

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51:19

Recovering From Religious Trauma: with Psychologist...

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2021/08/10

Dr. Winell does a lot of work with exvangelicals, and she authored the book, "Leaving the Fold - A Guide for Former Fundamentalists and Others Leaving their Religion." She joins us to talk about religious trauma and recovery.Dr. Winell's website: http://marlenewinell.net Dr. Winell's book: https://amzn.to/3rK7FF9

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30:23

Justice-Centered Humanism: with Roy Speckhardt of the...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/08/03

Roy Speckhardt is Executive Direction of AHA and author of several books, including his most recent, titled "Justice-Centered Humanism: How (and Why) to Engage in Public Policy for Good (Humanism in Practice). We talk about atheism VS Humanism, and being forces for positive change in this crazy world. Roy's book: https://amzn.to/3lfCy3h American Humanist Association: http://www.americanhumanist.org

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65:18

UFO Mania: Is The Truth Out There?

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/07/27

U.S. Intelligence recently declassified a series of UFO-related documents and videos, sending the culture into UFO-mania. But how new - and how credible - are the reports that Unidentified Aerial Phenomena prove the existence of aliens?VIDEO of the James Underdown interview: https://youtu.be/dwuGt5RY3_IIntelligence report: https://bit.ly/36RwAx6Jim Underdown: https://bit.ly/3xWOMBeSkeptical Inquirer: https://bit.ly/2TpkOqn

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67:47

Did Moses Write the Torah? A Skeptical Look at the...

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2021/07/20

Assyriologist Dr. Joshua Bowen's new book is called "The Atheist Handbook to the Old Testament." Seth Andrews reads from Chapter Four, which deals with the claim that Moses wrote the first five books of the Old Testament.Full audiobook is on Audible here: https://adbl.co/2UBuYEv

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65:56

Seth Andrews Puts Me to Sleep (and other listener calls)

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/07/13

Callers bring their own questions and opinions to this week's podcast. Enjoy!

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39:37

The Apostate Report: Leaving Islam in North America...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/07/06

Sarah Haider, co-founder of www.exmuslims.org, joins us to talk about a just-released survey of North American ex-Muslims and its compelling findings.The Apostate Report can be downloaded at https://exmuslims.org/apostate-reportVIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/9q0BfQMLBTA

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54:46

Final Exit: Life, Death, and the Right to Choose

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/06/29

The (controversial) issue is known in many ways: Right to Die. Medical Aid in Dying. Death with Dignity. Others. Essentially, the question is, "Do people have the right to end their own suffering, and do advocates have the right to assist them?"We discuss "living" VS "existing," and Seth speaks with three representatives of http://www.finalexitnetwork.org

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34:56

Scientology and the Danny Masterson Trial

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/06/22

The sexual assault allegations against actor/comedian Danny Masterson are bringing to light maneuverings by the Church of Scientology. We discuss the case, the courts, and the cult with ex-Scientologist Chris Shelton and investigative reporter Tony Ortega.Chris Shelton: https://bit.ly/2TKmjz9Tony Ortega/Underground Bunker: https://tonyortega.org

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63:18

The Atheist Handbook to the Old Testament (with Dr....

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/06/15

Atheists often speak about the contradictions and atrocities rampant throughout the Bible, but they often enter those conversations without all of the information. Assyriologist Dr. Joshua Bowen is author of the new book, "The Atheist Handbook to the Old Testament: Volume One" (https://amzn.to/3xcdVqM), and he joins us for some prime examples of how we can know more and be better when talking about the Christian scriptures.VIDEO of this conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yNMa6kGOEZQDr. Josh

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40:29

Remembering My Father

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/06/08

A few thoughts at the close of a personal chapter.

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58:53

Belief and the Brain: a Psychiatrist and a...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/06/01

Dr. Andy Thomson is a psychiatrist and author of "Why We Believe in God(s): A Concise Guide to the Science of Faith. Dr. John Wathey is a computational biologist, neuroscientist, and author of "The Illusion of God's Presence: The Biological Origins of Spiritual Longing."Both men discuss how human evolution so often informs religious beliefs.Dr. Thomson's book: https://amzn.to/32m06J6Dr. Wathey's book: https://amzn.to/3eapMhe

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72:57

Fear of the Devil: Paranoia and Panic by the...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/05/25

Have you ever noticed how devout believers claiming safety and victory are ALWAYS freaking out about Satan, dark forces, and evil conspiracy? We explore this contradiction.

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77:33

Love, Last Wishes, and a Life Well-Lived

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/05/20

In this caller-driven show, we get philosophical about life, the end of life, and how we choose to be remembered.

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29:57

Fall River: Death and the Devil in a Massachusetts Town

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/05/18

The Epix Network just released the new 4-part docuseries, "Fall River," which chronicles the murders of 3 women against the backdrop of the Satanic Panic. Director/Producer James Buddy Day joins Seth Andrews for a conversation about the series, the story, and how fears of Satanism fueled public perception (and the eventual conviction) over forty years ago.OFFICIAL SITE FOR "FALL RIVER:" https://press.epix.com/programs/fall-river

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62:23

For Small Creatures Such As We: Rituals for Finding...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/05/11

Sasha Sagan is the daughter of the late (and legendary) cosmologist, Carl Sagan. A producer and author of the new book, "For Small Creatures Such As We," Sasha explores and explains how/why rituals can be so important for making the most of the human experience.Sasha's book (autographed for you): https://www.sashasagan.com/signed-copiesSasha's website: http://www.sashasagan.com VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/Vb6OQAWlsI8

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43:55

Attacked From Within: The Assault on State/Church...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/05/04

Rachel Laser, attorney, human rights activist, and President of www.au.org, speaks with Seth Andrews about the critical fight(s) to protect the United States from fundamentalism and unamerican Christian Nationalism.VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/ixIEcbcuCt0

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58:57

Hype: A Doctor's Guide to Medical Myths, Exaggerated...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2021/04/27

Dr. Nina Shapiro is a renowned physician and author of "Hype," a terrific and practical guide for separating medical fact from fiction.Get the book at http://drninashapiro.com/hype

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