TheThinkingAtheist

In this ten-minute reading, a Substack account called Fear and Loathing: Closer to the Edge describes Trump's America in stark language. Listen and decide if this depiction is fair or unfair. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Seth Andrews addresses an often unpopular reality: We're all human, and humans can be fooled. Check out some examples of popular links and memes (shared by progressives and atheists) that aren't tethered to sources or are outright lies. VIDEO of this speech. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Seth attempts to describe the human anchors around our cultural neck. Plus your calls. The West Point article Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

This week marks a milestone: 900 shows ! Hop into the way-back machine as Seth plays selected clips from various shows over sixteen years. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

The world recently lost an icon, and many are only now learning about the humanitarian work which defined most of Dolly Parton's 80 year life. At the recent Unholy Trinity Reunion event in Fort Worth, atheist activist Matt Dillahunty paid tribute. VIDEO of Matt's tribute Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Constitutional attorney Andrew Seidel told a Sarnia, Ontario audience that things in the U.S. are dire, but there are things that all of us can do to resist. SPEECH VIDEO Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

How many "life hacks" are presented...by hacks? On July 11th, Seth Andrews gave this speech at the Anderson Center in Cincinnati. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Activist and author Noah Lugeons had a big health scare several years ago. In this 30-minute presentation , he talks about his brush with death as a non-believer in God. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Jesus freak Whitney Lynn recently held Alaska Airlines passengers hostage to her sermon and got kicked off of the flight. How do we approach street (and sky) evangelists who can't keep their beliefs to themselves? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Actor and author Susan Huckle was raised in a highly religious home filled with conspiracy theories. She has written a book about her childhood and her journey into rationalism. VIDEO of this conversation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

It's another bonus porcast...this one comprised of several religious callers from The Line 's Sunday Shows. As these armchair apologists attempt to prove God, they reveal great reasons for being skeptical. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Influencers like Elon Musk, Gad Saad, and Allie Beth Stuckey are warning that progressives have taken the idea of empathy too far. Sadly, this is a popular narrative for millions of people. Dr. Zaki's Tedx Talk Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

A few weeks ago, James Hodgson of the Humanism Now podcast invited Seth Andrews for a chat. It was an enjoyable conversation about doing the right things "for goodness' sake." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

On July 11th, 2026, two activists took the stage for 2.5 hours of humor and humanism. The full house had a great time, and you will as well. VIDEO Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

A "woke" movie has riled the Right Wing! We talk about "The Odyssey" and much more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

During the July 12th, 2026 protest at the entrance of Ken Ham's Ark Encounter, Seth Andrews had a discussion/debate with an Ark apologist. Seth describes the exchange, dismantles the Noah myth, and plays a fiercely-delivered speech by a Noah from the skeptic community. Noah Lugeons speech Facebook thread Creation Museum video Ark Encounter video Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Co-authors Karis Burkowski and David Fitzgerald have taken a deep dive into the Bible's tragic attitudes about women. We discuss the project and the "Good Book" that subjugates and silences based on gender. THE BOOK Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

Seth's monologue deals with subjects both light and heavy. Plus plenty of listener calls in this longer-length episode. VIDEO Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .

On 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 .

Why 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 Article Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support .