TheThinkingAtheist

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.

Dr. Abby Hafer challenges 'Intelligent Design' with examples of flawed human anatomy. She discusses eye evolution, reproductive system flaws, and the lack of design in the human body. The podcast also explores the concept of navigating life without a divine plan and the importance of science communication in education.

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.