TheThinkingAtheist

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Songs So Wrong: Favorite Tunes We Didn't Realize Were Creepy (and your random calls) Jun 25, 2024

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We begin with a short observation about pre-#MeToo songs that didn't age well, plus plenty of listener calls about whatever is on their minds.
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The Scam of School Vouchers (with Nick Fish of American Atheists) Jun 21, 2024

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Supporters say they're about "choice," but school voucher programs are a weapon against education. Nick Fish, president of American Atheists, weighs in.
LINKS:
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http://www.au.org
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Hard Knocks: Who Are the Jehovah's Witnesses? (with Owen Morgan) Jun 18, 2024

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Ex-JW Owen Morgan pulls back the curtain on this mysterious cult.
https://owenmorgan.com
VIDEO of this conversation
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Beliefs, the Bible, & Brain Freeze: with Matt Dillahunty (and Kat) Jun 11, 2024

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Activist Matt Dillahunty joins us to talk about everything from Alex Jones to the Red Letter Bible to Transhumanism.
Atheist Debates
Matt's Patreon
VIDEO of this conversation
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"Crimes Against Humanity"? A Defense of Dr. Anthony Fauci Jun 07, 2024

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In the minds of many, immunologist and public health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci has become an enemy of the people. Who is this man, and what is driving public hatred toward him?
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"Aliens Built the Pyramids" is Rooted in Racism (with archaeologist Dr. Andrew White) Jun 04, 2024

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Believe it or not, many of the "ancient aliens" conspiracy theories have racist roots. Dr. Andrew White explains.
LINKS:
Dr. White's YouTube channel
Fraudulent Archaeology Wall of Shame
VIDEO of this conversation
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A Wing and a Prayer: Religion in Rough Air (plus your calls) May 28, 2024

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A quick story about the "Jesus woman" on a turbulent flight kicks off this caller-driven show. Enjoy!
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PRIMITIVE: Care, Cruelty, Religion, & Reason in the Human Animal (with Dr. Robert Sapolsky) May 21, 2024

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Renowned neuroscientist Dr. Robert Sapolsky joins us for an exploration of our brains, religions, good/awful behaviors, and why we don't (?) have free will.
VIDEO of this conversation.
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We Come in Peace? The Religion of Alien Conspiracy Theories (with Brian Dunning) May 14, 2024

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Skeptoid podcast host Brian Dunning is here to talk about "them"...and those who believe in them.
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The United States Proves God! (and other listener calls) May 07, 2024

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Lots of interesting claims and questions in this week's podcast as callers drive the conversation.
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