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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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55:44

The Science of the Soul: with Dr. Julien Musolino

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/08/15

If humans possessed a soul, could that soul somehow be observed and measured scientifically? Can science properly speak for/against the claim that supernatural forces influence our minds, actions and behaviors? Is there a "Science of the Soul?"Join us for a conversation with Dr. Julien Musolino, a cognitive scientist who holds a dual appointment in the Psychology Department and the Center for Cognitive Science at Rutgers University. Musolino is author of the book, "The Soul Fallacy," which dissects

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87:21

Atheists Believe in Nothing (and other misconceptions)!

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/08/08

Do atheists believe in nothing? Are they really without a moral framework? Are they all angry and spiteful? This show explores many (often ill-informed) claims about the non-believers in gods.Support our sponsors:The Great Courses Plus: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethStamps.com: www.stamps.com (promo code: sethandrews)Michael Sherlock's article "The Atheist Atrocities Fallacy"

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57:21

God Loves Gluten (and other observations)

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/07/25

Seth Andrews does a (largely spontaneous) commentary about Cardinal George Pell, gluten-free communion wafers, the Flat Earth Society, and...guacamole!Support Seth on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews

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80:13

Seth Andrews Teaches Sunday School

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/07/18

No...these aren't the stories you're used to hearing at Sunday Sermon. These are stories that are often skipped over, ignored, or excused, lest they send Christians into a fit of head-scratching, guffaws and gasps. Let us explore The Good Book. (And if you can, share this episode with your Christian family and friends. They'll love it!)Support our sponsor: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/seth

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73:49

"Praying" on the Disabled

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/07/11

How do those with disabilities feel when religious people declare them sinners, a life lesson, or a miracle just waiting to happen? We explore this subject, and the stories of various listeners who have been labeled, named, claimed, prayed over, and in some cases, ignored.Link to Washington Post editorial: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2015/04/24/a-powerful-reddit-thread-reveals-what-its-like-to-be-disabled/?utm_term=.fbf5514598d5Blog "What Christians Have Taught Me About My

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38:03

"Sara"

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/07/04

What's it like to emerge from a religious belief, and to navigate the complex, difficult and wonderous world beyond? Seth Andrews has a candid conversation with a young apostate who is currently walking this path. Her name is Sara. Her story is challenging, occasionally heartbreaking, and ultimately inspiring.Support Seth Andrews on patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews

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38:07

The Pensacola Cross and Trinity Lutheran: The Church...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/06/29

Seth Andrews speaks with two secular legal experts about several recent court decisions that reflect (or betray) the United States Constitution's Establishment Clause. Andrew Seidel is a Constitutional attorney for the Freedom From Religion Foundation, and Monica Miller is Senior legal Counsel for the American Humanist Association.Video of the Monica Miller interview: https://youtu.be/7kIjDPGOgiAHemant Mehta's article on the Pensacola backlash against Monica

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102:30

What is "Radical Islam?"

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/06/27

Is Islam the most dangerous religion on the planet today? Is "Islamophobia" legitimate? What's an Atheist Muslim? How do we address the challenges that come with the world's fastest growing religion?Lots of contributors to this show, including:Ali Rizvi: author of "The Atheist Muslim"Muhammad Syed & Sarah Haider: Ex-Muslims of North AmericaArmin Navabi: Founder of AtheistRepublicYasmine Mohammed: Founder of "Confessions of an Ex-Muslim"Faisal Saeed Al-Mutar: Founder of "Global Secular Humanist

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39:42

Seth Andrews: Christianity Made Me Talk Like an Idiot!

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/06/20

Seth Andrews gave this speech June 3, 2017 in Toronto at the Imagine 7 conference. It's a humorous (and perhaps therapeutic) romp through Seth's religious past...and the often bizarre words and attitudes that reflected his Christian faith.VIDEO of this presentation: https://youtu.be/URr0O9aHW38Support Seth Andrews on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sethandrews

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81:36

Educational Neglect: When Superstition Shackles the Mind

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/06/13

Religious cultures are often distrustful of science and scientists. They're also often bound to debunked mythologies and bad information. We explore mis-education and the celebration of ignorance in the name of God.Support Our Sponsor:http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethLinks to Jonny Scaramanga's articles on

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31:01

The House of the Devil

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/06/09

Seth Andrews (apparently) lives in a house infected with dark, demonic power. In this 30-minute broadcast, the host explains how he came to reside in the Devil's Domain.

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32:48

The Greatest Story Ever Told (So Far) - with Dr....

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/06/06

Theoretical physicist Dr. Lawrence Krauss has written a new book about "The Greatest Story Ever Told...So Far," which examines and celebrates the human exploration of our universe.He discusses his book, and his perspective on the religious ideas of a "Greatest Story," with Seth Andrews in this short conversation.SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/sethDr. Krauss' book is available at http://a.co/9GQP0SHVIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/rTtf1mzjOW8

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34:30

Letter to a Christian Spouse

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/05/31

A former Christian informs his wife that he's now an atheist. She threatens to divorce him. Seth Andrews has a short message for her, and for anyone who finds himself or herself "unequally yoked" with a non-believer.VIDEO "Letter to a Christian Spouse:" https://youtu.be/FQUA9Rh2MCY

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40:36

The Devil You Don't Know (with Andrea Garatshun)

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/05/23

Andrea Garatshun is a former Christian fundamentalist. Now an atheist, she has spent the past decade as a Bible researcher, with a focus on biblical Hebrew, and understanding the gods of the Old Testament – the Tanakh.Garatshun asserts that Christian tradition’s archetypes of Satan are completely missing from the Old Testament, and that an exploration into the Hebrew reveals how Satan, Lucifer, Beelzebub and Devil have been completely misinterpreted and misunderstood by cultural Christianity.This

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86:03

When to Punch a Nazi: a Conversation about Free...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/05/17

On this 2nd part of a two-part podcast, we discuss the controversial subject of physical violence as a response to hate speech. Support our sponsor: Stamps.com http://www.stamps.com (promo code: sethandrews)Part 1 of this discussion can be heard here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thethinkingatheist/2017/05/16/when-to-punch-a-nazi-a-conversation-about-free-speech-part-1-of-2

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78:49

When to Punch a Nazi: a Conversation about Free...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/05/16

Recent headlines have seen violent responses toward the culture's more distasteful voices. White supremacist Richard Spencer is punched during an interview. Milo Yiannopoulos' Berkley speech prompts riots. Ann Coulter cancels her own Berkley appearance over security concerns. Justifiable outrage against outrageous people and ideas seems to spill over into fists, fires, calamity and chaos. But are these responses appropriate and/or helpful? Is it ever appropriate to respond to words and ideas

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63:11

You Pick The Topic - May 2017

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/05/12

It's an impromptu show where our listeners pick the topics. Dial in and sound off!

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35:08

Degrees of Doubt: The Claims and Credentials of Ravi...

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/05/09

Apologist Ravi Zacharias claims links to Oxford and Cambridge and education in quantum physics. But activist Steve Baughman (also known as the Friendly Banjo Atheist on YouTube) feels that there are good reasons to doubt RZ's claims. We discuss.LINKS:Ravi on the Run: https://youtu.be/x9GdG8i7xEIRavi on Free Will: https://youtu.be/D64MiGLQ30wRavi and Quantum Physics: https://youtu.be/zV75_f_zEbURaviWatch website:http://www.raviwatch.comVIDEO of this interview: https://youtu.be/ncrIBxj1OGI

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51:06

Noah Lugeons: The Scathing Atheist

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/05/02

Noah Lugeons is an activist, author, and host of "The Scathing Atheist" podcast. Noah joins Seth Andrews for a conversation about religion, atheism, "God Awful Movies," and more.Noah's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Diatribes-Essays-Scathing-Atheist-Presents-ebook/dp/B06XQTJT4RScathing Atheist: https://audioboom.com/channel/scathing-atheistGod Awful Movies: https://audioboom.com/channel/god-awful-moviesSUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: http://www.evolvefish.com

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74:54

Does Religion Poison Everything?

TheThinkingAtheist ·

2017/04/25

Christopher Hitchens is known for his famous book subtitle, "How Religion Poisons Everything." Is this a fair statement? Is religion always toxic? We discuss.

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