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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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Is It Moral to Celebrate When He's Dead?
Many people worldwide are at-the-ready with their champagne bottles and party plans. When the Dictator Tot finally succumbs to the blood clot (or whatever), is celebrating anyone's death a moral thing? We …
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Many people worldwide are at-the-ready with their champagne bottles and party plans. When the Dictator Tot finally succumbs to the blood clot (or whatever), is celebrating anyone's death a moral thing? We discuss on the show.
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Seth Andrews shares a recent substack from American historian Heather Cox Richardson.HCR articleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
I Was a Megachurch Pastor (with Dr. Todd Phillips)
Dr. Todd Phillips was once all-in as an evangelical megachurch pastor. Then the doubts crept in, and everything changed. He joins us to tell his story.DECON/RECONTodd's YouTubeVIDEO of this conversationBecome a …
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Dr. Todd Phillips was once all-in as an evangelical megachurch pastor. Then the doubts crept in, and everything changed. He joins us to tell his story.
DECON/RECON
Todd's YouTube
VIDEO of this conversation
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Ibtissame "Betty" Lachgar committed the "sin" of blasphemy. The Moroccan government imprisoned her. A health crisis may kill her if medical treatment isn't soon provided. By downloading a 69-cent song, we might …
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Ibtissame "Betty" Lachgar committed the "sin" of blasphemy. The Moroccan government imprisoned her. A health crisis may kill her if medical treatment isn't soon provided. By downloading a 69-cent song, we might actually save her life.
LINK TO PRE-ORDER
VIDEO of this conversation
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A fun "spooky season" show about our quirky phobias. Enjoy!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
Humanism in the U.S. and the U.K. (with Andrew Copson)
Andrew Copson is the Chief Executive of Humanists UK. He joined Seth Andrews to talk about humanism in his part of the world...and Britain's perceptions of Trump's America.https://humanists.uk/VIDEO of this …
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Andrew Copson is the Chief Executive of Humanists UK. He joined Seth Andrews to talk about humanism in his part of the world...and Britain's perceptions of Trump's America.
https://humanists.uk/
VIDEO of this interview
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It's our annual October tradition...a chance to suspend (some) disbelief and get into the Halloween spirit.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
The United States of Insanity (with Aron Ra)
At a recent event in Fort Worth, Texas, activist and educator Aron Ra spoke directly about the dangerous rise of the Christian right, and the need for moral people to stand against it.VIDEO of the speechBecome …
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At a recent event in Fort Worth, Texas, activist and educator Aron Ra spoke directly about the dangerous rise of the Christian right, and the need for moral people to stand against it.
VIDEO of the speech
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After the botched execution of convicted murderer Christa Pike, we're again having the conversation about crime, justice, and the death penalty. What's your take?Become a supporter of this podcast …
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After the botched execution of convicted murderer Christa Pike, we're again having the conversation about crime, justice, and the death penalty. What's your take?
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At a recent event in Fort Worth, Texas, Seth Andrews explained why the "Christian nation" and "Judeo-Christian values" narrative is fiction, and he brought receipts.VIDEO of the speechBecome a supporter of this …
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At a recent event in Fort Worth, Texas, Seth Andrews explained why the "Christian nation" and "Judeo-Christian values" narrative is fiction, and he brought receipts.
VIDEO of the speech
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It's fun to suspend disbelief and go on a fantastic film journey, but sometimes Hollywood stretches the science so far that it breaks our brains.This fun and informative show features the voices of several …
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It's fun to suspend disbelief and go on a fantastic film journey, but sometimes Hollywood stretches the science so far that it breaks our brains.
This fun and informative show features the voices of several scientists eager to chat about the movies that make them wince, and we'll list some films that actually make scientific sense. Enjoy!
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On August 29th, 2026, Matt Dillahunty, Aron Ra, and Seth Andrews reunited on stage for a three-hour event in Fort Worth, Texas. This is the audio from that sold-out show.VIDEOBecome a supporter of this podcast …
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On August 29th, 2026, Matt Dillahunty, Aron Ra, and Seth Andrews reunited on stage for a three-hour event in Fort Worth, Texas. This is the audio from that sold-out show.
VIDEO
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Here's a re-broadcast of a recent Cognitive Dissonance show where Seth filled the co-host seat for a hospitalized Tom Curry.VIDEO of this discussionBecome a supporter of this podcast …
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Here's a re-broadcast of a recent Cognitive Dissonance show where Seth filled the co-host seat for a hospitalized Tom Curry.
VIDEO of this discussion
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Dr. Brad Onishi has done an impressive deep dive into the evangelical kingmaking machine. He joined Seth to talk about his new book on MAGA's messiah.VIDEO of this conversationBecome a supporter of this …
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Dr. Brad Onishi has done an impressive deep dive into the evangelical kingmaking machine. He joined Seth to talk about his new book on MAGA's messiah.
VIDEO of this conversation
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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 …
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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.Go Fact Yourself: "Skeptics" Aren't Immune to Fake News
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 …
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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.
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Seth attempts to describe the human anchors around our cultural neck. Plus your calls.The West Point articleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.
EPISODE #900
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 …
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This week marks a milestone: 900 shows! Hop into the way-back machine as Seth plays selected clips from various shows over sixteen years.
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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 …
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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
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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 VIDEOBecome a supporter of this podcast …
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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
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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 …
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How many "life hacks" are presented...by hacks? On July 11th, Seth Andrews gave this speech at the Anderson Center in Cincinnati.
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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 …
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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.
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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 …
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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?
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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 conversationBecome …
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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
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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 …
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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.
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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 …
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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
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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 …
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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."
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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.VIDEOBecome a supporter of this podcast …
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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
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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.
That's Just Insulting: My Chat with an Ark Encounter Evangelist
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 …
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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
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