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: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Episodes
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Mar 31, 2026 • 55min
Bribes, Billionaires, and Bari Weiss
The new editor-in-chief at CBS News is suspiciously tied to Trump cronies. How objective is Bari Weiss, and how have the oligarchs manipulated our media?LINKSVerge articleTed talkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Mar 24, 2026 • 46min
I Can't Love without God (an ex-atheist argues badly)
Professed ex-atheist Christopher Beha has written that falling in love was his ticket back to God. Seth examines this claim and reads some other interesting articles of the week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Mar 20, 2026 • 1h 21min
The Christian Choke-Slam of the Late Chuck Norris
Martial-arts icon and Christian nationalist Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86. Seth has thoughts (plus your calls).VIDEO of this streamBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Mar 17, 2026 • 59min
We Are Being Controlled
We're living our lives by their rules. How did we get here? Plus your calls.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Mar 10, 2026 • 57min
Shaming MAGA
Trump supporters have brought us to the brink. If convincing them isn't working, is shaming the next option?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Mar 3, 2026 • 32min
Empathy is Weakness? (with Fish Stark)
Elon Musk says that empathy is going to ruin us. Fish Stark of the American Humanist Association not only disagrees, but the AHA is prepping a historic day of empathy...and you can potentially be a part of it. https://www.americanempathyproject.org/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Feb 24, 2026 • 55min
White-Right America
It's impossible to ignore the parallels between 1930s Germany and today's United States. In this podcast, we look at white supremacy as a Trumpian political platform.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Feb 17, 2026 • 1h 13min
Rage Against the Bunny
Brian, a caller and politically engaged parent, shares personal anger about political shifts and monders running for office to counter Christian nationalism. He talks about turning outrage into activism. Conversations also touch on Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl, Epstein file redactions, iguanas falling in Florida, AI surveillance in ads, and the role of values over labels.
Feb 13, 2026 • 19min
Can State Laws Protect Us? (with Mickey Dollens)
Mickey Dollens is the Regional Government Affairs Manager for the Freedom From Religion Foundation. FFRF is on the front lines to protect state/church separation. https://ffrfaction.org/KPOP ACTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Feb 10, 2026 • 51min
A Spiritual Atheist? (with Britt Hartley)
Britt Hartley is a religious trauma and deconstruction coach. She's also a "Certified Spiritual Director" at No Nonsense Spirituality.What does that mean? Can someone be a spiritual atheist?VIDEO of this conversationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
