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TheThinkingAtheist
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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.
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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: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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The Cat, the Candle, and F@#K Alzheimer's
1w ago02:18:50Tap to summarizeSeth's monologue deals with subjects both light and heavy. Plus plenty of listener calls in this longer-length episode.VIDEOBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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A Flag on Fire: The United States Turns 250
2w ago00:38:13Tap to summarizeOn this Fourth of July, Americans are divided on the stars and stripes, the word "patriotism," and the idea of national pride.In light of our national crisis at the 250 marker, Seth shares an article by Dr. Kristin Du Mez and the words of the late civil rights icon Frederick Douglass.VIDEO: "What do the Slave is the Fourth of July"NBC article about the flag.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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"I'm Farting Carrots:" Misheard Lyrics and the Mind
2w ago00:45:12Tap to summarizeWhy do our brains sometimes misinterpret song lyrics, and what can brain science tell us about human pattern-seeking? In this (fun!) show filled with familiar song clips, we get musical and mental. New Yorker ArticleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Gospel of Lies (with Promise Backlund)
3w ago00:55:19Tap to summarizeExvangelical Promise Backlund lived in a world of lies. She wants the world to know why it happened, and how people might avoid or recover from it.GOSPEL OF LIES bookVIDEO of this interviewBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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MAGA, Masculinity, and the Turning Point Tradwives
4w ago01:33:15Tap to summarizeLots to talk about in this bonus show, including toxic masculinity, Pete's flu fumble, Turning Point USA's anti-woman women, and the "cultural Christianity" of Richard Dawkins.VIDEO of this streamBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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The Theory of Stupidity
Jun 1600:58:52Tap to summarizeMid-twentieth century theologian and philosopher Dietrich Bonhoeffer claimed that stupidity is more dangerous than evil. Can that claim be applied to MAGA?Dame Magazine: The Four Ideas That Explain America's Democratic CrisisBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Dyed & Risen: The Strange Story of White Jesus
Jun 900:38:00Tap to summarizeAt the 2026 "We Can Reason" conference in Calgary, Seth Andrews examined the strangely fair-skinned Christ depicted throughout the United States.SPEECH VIDEOBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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The Bird is the Word
Jun 501:17:02Tap to summarizeThis bonus show is a wild ride. Seth tells the story of a magical backyard visitor, plus we talk about Pride month, immigration, AI, and the wacky Christian claim that God honors women.YouTube video of this streamPastor Burleson's defense of womenBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Are Atheists Less Moral? (with Dr. Phil Zuckerman)
Jun 200:52:02Tap to summarizeSociologist and secular studies professor Dr. Phil Zuckerman recently spoke about secular morality at Calgary's We Can Reason conference, and his data would surprise many Christians.SPEECH VIDEOBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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Things Have Gotten out of Hand
May 2901:06:12Tap to summarizeSeth has a broken finger and a sob story. Plus...he answers audience chat questions in this bonus broadcast.VIDEOBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
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