The Atheist Experience is a weekly show in Austin, Texas geared at a non-atheist and atheist audience. The Atheist Experience is produced by the Atheist Community of Austin. The Atheist Community of Austin is organized as a nonprofit educational corporation to develop and support the atheist community, to provide opportunities for socializing and friendship, to promote secular viewpoints, to encourage positive atheist culture, to defend the first amendment principle of state-church separatio ...
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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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/po ...
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Consciousness, psychedelics, science, and more
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"Don't Be Like the Hypocrites!" (and more listener calls)
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The Christian nationalists aren't just praying. They're performing. We talk about this...and whatever callers bring to the table. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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The Atheist Experience 28.28 with The Cross Examiner and Secular Rarity 2024-07-14
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In today’s episode of the Atheist Experience, The Cross Examiner and Secular Rarity explore the godliness of Superman as they explain where atheists get their morals. Crew cat helped with technical challenges before jumping into grandparents pushing agenda and the Mandela Effect messes with memory. Jim in MO uses a Superman analogy to god, and ques…
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Bullsh!t Incorporated: Conspiracists and Cons in a Ridiculous World (with Dave Farina)
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Science communicator Dave Farina weighs in on creationists, germ deniers, flat earthers, the Discovery Institute, and more. Dave on YouTube VIDEO of this conversation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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The Atheist Experience 28.27 with Johnny P. Angel and @godlessengineer
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Have the ultimate Atheist Experience today with Johnny P. Angel and John (Godlessengineer)! They wrestle with an argument from popularity right before diving into another theist argument from ignorance with all the chemical gaps being filled with no other but god himself. Bernard, a theist in NYY, presents two options for the writing of the Old Tes…
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FreeDumb: A 7-Minute Reflection on American Exceptionalism
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Every Fourth of July, Americans bask smugly under their flags and fireworks. Seth Andrews has a few thoughts in this bonus release. Read the article on Substack. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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Few things are as enjoyable as atheists answering Bible trivia questions. Come for the quiz, stay for the context. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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The Atheist Experience 28.26 with Armin Navabi and The Cross Examiner
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Show notes upon receipt. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-atheist-experience--3254896/support.By The Atheist Community of Austin
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Egypt-born Adam Elmasri is a human rights activist educating people about the (many) problems with fundamentalist religions...including and especially Islam. YouTube English YouTube Arabic VIDEO of this conversation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…
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Songs So Wrong: Favorite Tunes We Didn't Realize Were Creepy (and your random calls)
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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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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The Atheist Experience 28.25 with Secular Rarity and Armin Navabi
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Have an Atheist Experience today as Secular Rarity (SR) and Armin Navabi, sort through questions of “creation”, differences in Quran scriptures, and ponder the unfalsifiable simulation claim. Jasmine, a theist in Ohio, says that all of existence including us, is part of god and that everything is created through god. How can everything be created t…
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The Scam of School Vouchers (with Nick Fish of American Atheists)
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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: http://www.atheists.org/signup http://www.au.org Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…
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Hard Knocks: Who Are the Jehovah's Witnesses? (with Owen Morgan)
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Ex-JW Owen Morgan pulls back the curtain on this mysterious cult. https://owenmorgan.com VIDEO of this conversation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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The Atheist Experience 28.24 with Jmike and Darante Lamar
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You will have the ultimate Atheist Experience today as JMike and Darante’ Lamar discuss the moral standards of not throwing babies off roofs. They jump right into a discussion about Moses writing the Old Testament and then they have a short wrangle with Satan Incarnate. Daniel in NC responded to a video where JMike and the caller were discussing if…
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Beliefs, the Bible, & Brain Freeze: with Matt Dillahunty (and Kat)
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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 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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The Atheist Experience 28.23 with Johnny P. Angel and Secular Rarity
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Johnny P. Angel and Secular Rarity combine for a wild show featuring callers that find divinity through getting high (huh?), the numeric secrects of the universe and more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-atheist-experience--3254896/support.By The Atheist Community of Austin
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"Crimes Against Humanity"? A Defense of Dr. Anthony Fauci
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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? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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"Aliens Built the Pyramids" is Rooted in Racism (with archaeologist Dr. Andrew White)
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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 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…
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The Atheist Experience 28.22 with Kelley Laughlin and The Cross-Examiner
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A Wing and a Prayer: Religion in Rough Air (plus your calls)
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A quick story about the "Jesus woman" on a turbulent flight kicks off this caller-driven show. Enjoy! Subscribe to Seth's substack! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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The Atheist Experience 28.21 with Secular Rarity and Armin Navabi
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Have an Atheist Experience with Secular Rarity and Armin Navabi as they work through callers determined to prove god’s existence. Moses in FL says our lives are the manifestation of god’s truth. Why should emotions override the data? How is it that living our lives shows the truth of god? How do the narratives contained within religion affect a per…
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PRIMITIVE: Care, Cruelty, Religion, & Reason in the Human Animal (with Dr. Robert Sapolsky)
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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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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The Atheist Experience 28.20 with JMike, Jim Barrows and Shelley Segal
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Today you will have a total Atheist Experience as the one and only Shelley Segal treats us to the best start to the show ever! Jim Barrows and JMike walk us through what does and does not matter when providing evidence just before learning there are holograms in our brains! Shelley provides a beautiful concert to conclude our show. Nick in WI belie…
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We Come in Peace? The Religion of Alien Conspiracy Theories (with Brian Dunning)
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Skeptoid podcast host Brian Dunning is here to talk about "them"...and those who believe in them. Watch the VIDEO of this conversation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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The Atheist Experience 28.19 with Secular Rarity and Forrest Valkai
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Have an Atheist Experience with Secular Rarity and Forrest Valkai as they work together to catch a troll who won’t answer a question only to later have another transphobe try a bait and switch tactic with the call screeners. Kevin in GA asks the hosts why he is incorrect by believing there is an intelligent designer without having specific proof su…
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The United States Proves God! (and other listener calls)
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Lots of interesting claims and questions in this week's podcast as callers drive the conversation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist
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The Atheist Experience 28.18 with Jim Barrows and The Cross-Examiner
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Have an Atheist Experience with Jim Barrows and The Cross Examiner and work through the current challenging issues that both theists and atheists continue to sort through. Chidumeei in PA asks how he is to tell atheists that they are not morally superior. How do you deal with Christians that think they are morally superior? You take it one step at …
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Tucker Carlson VS. Reality (with Aron Ra)
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Tucker Carlson joined Joe Rogan's April 19, 2024 podcast to talk about AI, spirits, evolution, and UFOs. Science educator Aron Ra has thoughts. VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/shk7NGaiLas VIDEO Systematic Classification of LIfe PT1: https://youtu.be/AXQP_R-yiuw?si=ANWBcz7vARiS57L0 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreake…
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Known as one of the "Four Horsemen" of "New Atheism," Daniel Dennett was a philosopher, professor, author, and speaker whose resume spans almost half a century. In the wake of his death on April 19, 2024, we take a moment to remember. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…
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The Atheist Experience 28.17 with Secular Rarity and Armin Navabi
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Show notes upon receipt Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-atheist-experience--3254896/support.By The Atheist Community of Austin
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When Religion Hurts You: with Dr. Laura E. Anderson
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Dr. Anderson is a psychotherapist and religious trauma coach. She's also an exvangelical and author of the book "When Religion Hurts You." LINKS: The Center for Trauma Resolution Dr. Laura E. Anderson's website VIDEO of this conversation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…
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The Atheist Experience 28.16 with Secular Rarity and Richard Gilliver
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To be added. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-atheist-experience--3254896/support.By The Atheist Community of Austin
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14 Things the Misguided Religious Establishment Doesn't Want You to Know
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Jim Palmer is a chaplain for the American Humanist Association and founder of The Center for Non-Religiouis Spirituality. In 2023, he posted a short article which provides plenty of food for thought. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/GwAle-_Wya8?si=l6VuEl7kDBAT_RtY Jim's original post: https://bit.ly/3xGBCx2 Become a supporter of this podcast: https:…
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