Juhem Navarro-Rivera

In this episode Ryan shares a few thoughts about the victory of Joe Biden in the presidential election, followed by an interview with Juhem Navarro-Rivera of Socioanalítica Research about the political views and values of secular Americans as compared to all Americans. These results are revealed in a new report by Socioanalítica Research entitled, Secular Voices Survey.LINKSDownload the Secular Voices Survey | https://secularvoices2020.socioanalitica.comSocioanalítica Research website | https://socioanaliticaresearch.comFriendly Atheist guest post | https://friendlyatheist.patheos.com/2020/10/08/pay-attention-democrats-research-shows-secular-americans-are-a-voting-bloc"NoneDecision 2020" (The Humanist) | https://thehumanist.com/commentary/nonedecision-2020-secular-voters-disagree-on-more-than-candidatesSocioanalítica Blog (Medium) | https://medium.com/storias/how-secular-voters-can-decide-the-election-f45d72b0285fFollow Juhem on Facebook and Instagram, @Socioanalitica Follow Juhem on Twitter @JuhemNR

In this episode Ryan shares a few thoughts about the victory of Joe Biden in the presidential election, followed by an interview with Juhem Navarro-Rivera of Socioanalítica Research about the political views and values of secular Americans as compared to all Americans. These results are revealed in a new report by Socioanalítica Research entitled, Secular Voices Survey. LINKS Download the Secular Voices Survey | <a href="https://secularvoices2020.socioanalitica.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://secularvoices2020.socioanalitica.com</a> Socioanalítica Research website | <a href="https://socioanaliticaresearch.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://socioanaliticaresearch.com</a> Friendly Atheist guest post | <a href="https://friendlyatheist.patheos.com/2020/10/08/pay-attention-democrats-research-shows-secular-americans-are-a-voting-bloc" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://friendlyatheist.patheos.com/2020/10/08/pay-attention-democrats-research-shows-secular-americans-are-a-voting-bloc</a> "NoneDecision 2020" (The Humanist) | <a href="https://thehumanist.com/commentary/nonedecision-2020-secular-voters-disagree-on-more-than-candidates" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://thehumanist.com/commentary/nonedecision-2020-secular-voters-disagree-on-more-than-candidates</a> Socioanalítica Blog (Medium) | <a href="https://medium.com/storias/how-secular-voters-can-decide-the-election-f45d72b0285f" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://medium.com/storias/how-secular-voters-can-decide-the-election-f45d72b0285f</a> Follow Juhem on Facebook and Instagram, @Socioanalitica Follow Juhem on Twitter @JuhemNR

095 - Secular American Voices, feat. Juhem Navarro-Rivera

Margaret Downey

On this episode I speak with Victoria de la Torre and Margaret Downey about Secular Day of the Dead, a secularized celebration of an ancient pre-Columbian Mesoamerican celebration that goes back some 3,000 years.This year the Freethought Society is hosting International Secular Day of the Dead on Zoom, due to the pandemic. All are invited to join in this celebration of the lives of our dead loved ones and pets.Learn more about Secular Day of the Dead and register to attend at http://www.ftsociety.org.Reserve a 3-5-minute time slot to speak in celebration of your dead loved one by sending an email to SecularDayoftheDead@FtSociety.org.KPCC coverage of the first Secular Day of the Dead in 2018—https://www.scpr.org/news/2018/11/02/86926/angelenos-celebrate-first-secular-day-of-the-dead

On this episode I speak with Victoria de la Torre and Margaret Downey about Secular Day of the Dead, a secularized celebration of an ancient pre-Columbian Mesoamerican celebration that goes back some 3,000 years. This year the Freethought Society is hosting International Secular Day of the Dead on Zoom, due to the pandemic. All are invited to join in this celebration of the lives of our dead loved ones and pets. Learn more about Secular Day of the Dead and register to attend at <a href="http://www.ftsociety.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.ftsociety.org</a>. Reserve a 3-5-minute time slot to speak in celebration of your dead loved one by sending an email to <a href="mailto:SecularDayoftheDead@FtSociety.org">SecularDayoftheDead@FtSociety.org</a>. KPCC coverage of the first Secular Day of the Dead in 2018—<a href="https://www.scpr.org/news/2018/11/02/86926/angelenos-celebrate-first-secular-day-of-the-dead" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scpr.org/news/2018/11/02/86926/angelenos-celebrate-first-secular-day-of-the-dead</a>

094 - Secular Day of the Dead, feat. Victoria de la Torre & Margaret Downey

Chris Stedman

On this episode I speak with Chris Stedman. Chris is a writer, speaker, and community organizer living in Minneapolis. His new book, out tomorrow from Broadleaf Books, is called "IRL: Finding Realness, Meaning, and Belonging in Our Digital Lives." The IRL in the title refers to the internet shorthand for “in real life,” in contrast to our online lives. But Chris thinks this designation is a mistake.Much of the time, Chris says, we don’t think of our time on the internet as “real” and therefore don’t approach it with the same critical analysis that we might a different kind of engagement. How much thought do you put into an activity you don’t think is real? Chris argues that while our lives online are different than other relational spaces, it is no less real. As such he invites us to think deeply and critically about how we engage with the internet, how it is shaping us, and what it’s telling us about what is real and what is important.::LINKS::Visit Chris Stedman's website | https://chrisstedmanwriter.comBuy the book | https://bookshop.org/books/irl-finding-realness-meaning-and-belonging-in-our-digital-lives/9781506463513Follow Chris on Twitter | http://www.twitter.com/ChrisDStedmanRead “The Problem of Free Speech in an Age of Disinformation” | https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/13/magazine/free-speech.html

On this episode I speak with Chris Stedman. Chris is a writer, speaker, and community organizer living in Minneapolis. His new book, out tomorrow from Broadleaf Books, is called "IRL: Finding Realness, Meaning, and Belonging in Our Digital Lives." The IRL in the title refers to the internet shorthand for “in real life,” in contrast to our online lives. But Chris thinks this designation is a mistake. Much of the time, Chris says, we don’t think of our time on the internet as “real” and therefore don’t approach it with the same critical analysis that we might a different kind of engagement. How much thought do you put into an activity you don’t think is real? Chris argues that while our lives online are different than other relational spaces, it is no less real. As such he invites us to think deeply and critically about how we engage with the internet, how it is shaping us, and what it’s telling us about what is real and what is important. ::LINKS:: Visit Chris Stedman's website | <a href="https://chrisstedmanwriter.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://chrisstedmanwriter.com</a> Buy the book | <a href="https://bookshop.org/books/irl-finding-realness-meaning-and-belonging-in-our-digital-lives/9781506463513" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bookshop.org/books/irl-finding-realness-meaning-and-belonging-in-our-digital-lives/9781506463513</a> Follow Chris on Twitter | <a href="http://www.twitter.com/ChrisDStedman" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/ChrisDStedman</a> Read “The Problem of Free Speech in an Age of Disinformation” | <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/13/magazine/free-speech.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/13/magazine/free-speech.html</a>

093 - Finding Realness, Meaning, and Belonging in Our Digital Lives, feat. Chris Stedman

Jamie Lombardi

On this episode I speak with Jamie Lombardi about the humanistic philosophy of Albert Camus against the backdrop of our contemporary political situation: pandemic, wildfires on the west coast, police violence against black people, and the impending election. LINKSReading "The Plague" During a Plague, with Jamie Lombardi, Greg Epstein, and Ryan Bellhttps://youtu.be/EF5rsNl5QnE"The Best Books by Albert Camus," recommended by Jamie Lombardi (interview by Nigel Warburton)https://fivebooks.com/best-books/albert-camus-jamie-lombardiFollow Jamie Lombardi on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/euthyphroBecome a member of Life After Godhttp://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergodVisit our website at http://www.lifeaftergod.org

On this episode I speak with Jamie Lombardi about the humanistic philosophy of Albert Camus against the backdrop of our contemporary political situation: pandemic, wildfires on the west coast, police violence against black people, and the impending election. LINKS Reading "The Plague" During a Plague, with Jamie Lombardi, Greg Epstein, and Ryan Bell <a href="https://youtu.be/EF5rsNl5QnE" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/EF5rsNl5QnE</a> "The Best Books by Albert Camus," recommended by Jamie Lombardi (interview by Nigel Warburton) <a href="https://fivebooks.com/best-books/albert-camus-jamie-lombardi" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://fivebooks.com/best-books/albert-camus-jamie-lombardi</a> Follow Jamie Lombardi on Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/euthyphro" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/euthyphro</a> Become a member of Life After God <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a> Visit our website at <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.lifeaftergod.org</a>

092 - The Humanism of Albert Camus, feat. Jamie Lombardi

Robert P. Jones

On this episode I speak with Robert P. Jones, founder and CEO of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) about his new bombshell of a book, "White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity."Jones speaks about his growing up in the Southern Baptist Church in Texas and Mississippi, his growing awareness of the crisis festering within his faith community, and how he has come to understand the role that history and theology play in Christianity's support for white supremacy. Then he backs all that up by polling Americans about their attitudes about racial difference. What he found is not at all unexpected and yet somehow shocking all the same.----------LINKSBuy "White Too Long" | https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781982122867Visit PRRI's website | https://www.prri.org/Read "Christianity Will Have Power" in the New York Times | https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/09/us/evangelicals-trump-christianity.html

On this episode I speak with Robert P. Jones, founder and CEO of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) about his new bombshell of a book, "White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity." Jones speaks about his growing up in the Southern Baptist Church in Texas and Mississippi, his growing awareness of the crisis festering within his faith community, and how he has come to understand the role that history and theology play in Christianity's support for white supremacy. Then he backs all that up by polling Americans about their attitudes about racial difference. What he found is not at all unexpected and yet somehow shocking all the same. ---------- LINKS Buy "White Too Long" | <a href="https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781982122867" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781982122867</a> Visit PRRI's website | <a href="https://www.prri.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.prri.org/</a> Read "Christianity Will Have Power" in the New York Times | <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/09/us/evangelicals-trump-christianity.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/09/us/evangelicals-trump-christianity.html</a>

091 - White Too Long, feat. Robert P. Jones

Greg Epstein

On this episode I speak to Greg Epstein, humanist chaplain at Harvard University and MIT. In this wide ranging conversation, Greg and I talk about his upbringing and some of the events that led to where he is today at two of the most prestigious universities in the United States, working to build meaningful community among the non-religious and ask difficult questions about the ethics of technology.We recorded this conversation in the immediate aftermath of the murder of George Floyd and the uprisings for racial and economic justice around the United States.Mentioned in the episode:Greg's book, Good Without God. https://www.amazon.com/Good-Without-God-Billion-Nonreligious/dp/006167012XGreg's writing for TechCrunch | https://techcrunch.com/author/greg-epstein/Is this sadness or anger? Is there a difference? by Ryan Bellhttps://medium.com/radical-humanism/is-this-sadness-or-anger-is-there-a-difference-67cea83e3eeSecular Student Alliance virtual conference | https://secularstudents.org/2020conference/

On this episode I speak to Greg Epstein, humanist chaplain at Harvard University and MIT. In this wide ranging conversation, Greg and I talk about his upbringing and some of the events that led to where he is today at two of the most prestigious universities in the United States, working to build meaningful community among the non-religious and ask difficult questions about the ethics of technology. We recorded this conversation in the immediate aftermath of the murder of George Floyd and the uprisings for racial and economic justice around the United States. Mentioned in the episode: Greg's book, Good Without God. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Good-Without-God-Billion-Nonreligious/dp/006167012X" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Good-Without-God-Billion-Nonreligious/dp/006167012X</a> Greg's writing for TechCrunch | <a href="https://techcrunch.com/author/greg-epstein/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://techcrunch.com/author/greg-epstein/</a> Is this sadness or anger? Is there a difference? by Ryan Bell <a href="https://medium.com/radical-humanism/is-this-sadness-or-anger-is-there-a-difference-67cea83e3ee" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://medium.com/radical-humanism/is-this-sadness-or-anger-is-there-a-difference-67cea83e3ee</a> Secular Student Alliance virtual conference | <a href="https://secularstudents.org/2020conference/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://secularstudents.org/2020conference/</a>

090 - We Are Not the Heroes, ft. Greg Epstein

Justin Clark

In this episode I speak with Justin Clark about the relationship between secularism, humanism, and socialism. We even talk a little about Marx and the current political climate in the US.

089 - The Politics of Humanism with Justin Clark

Nathan Alexander

In this episode I speak with historian Dr. Nathan Alexander about his new book, Race in a Godless World: Atheism, Race, and Civilization, 1850-1914. We talk about what Christianity and secularism have each done to engender and stem racist ideas and policies. We also discuss the peculiar resurgence of scientific racism in recent years, particularly among self-described atheists, skeptics, and freethinkers.Please buy and read Dr. Alexander's book, Race in a Godless World. More info here: https://nyupress.org/9781479835003/race-in-a-godless-world/If this podcast makes a positive contribution in your life, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. More information at www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod.You can visit our website at www.lifeaftergod.org

In this episode I speak with historian Dr. Nathan Alexander about his new book, Race in a Godless World: Atheism, Race, and Civilization, 1850-1914. We talk about what Christianity and secularism have each done to engender and stem racist ideas and policies. We also discuss the peculiar resurgence of scientific racism in recent years, particularly among self-described atheists, skeptics, and freethinkers. Please buy and read Dr. Alexander's book, Race in a Godless World. More info here: <a href="https://nyupress.org/9781479835003/race-in-a-godless-world/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://nyupress.org/9781479835003/race-in-a-godless-world/</a> If this podcast makes a positive contribution in your life, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. More information at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a>. You can visit our website at <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a>

088 - Race in a Godless World with Nathan Alexander

Pat Green

Today on the Ex-Files I speak with Pat Green. Pat is a former Christian pastor and recovering evangelical. Pat’s claim to fame is that he is a the father of Dave. Pat has been a successful business person, a taxi cab driver, and is currently a writer and photographer, living in Chicago.Pat was originally on the Life After God podcast back in 2015 when the I first started the show and I’m honored to have him back. This episode comes with a content notification. In the conversation that follows we discuss Pat’s recent suicide attempt, how he survived, and what he has learned about himself and what he wants from his life going forward. I want to express my deep gratitude to Pat for courageously sharing his story and courageously choosing life.Pat writes a column for the Patheos website entitled “Transparent Expedition,” where he writes in his characteristic raw, honest way about being the father of a gender fluid child and his experience of being a recovering evangelical. Please follow his writing by going to the link in the show notes.Please follow Pat's writing at www.patheos.com/blogs/transparentexpedition

Today on the Ex-Files I speak with Pat Green. Pat is a former Christian pastor and recovering evangelical. Pat’s claim to fame is that he is a the father of Dave. Pat has been a successful business person, a taxi cab driver, and is currently a writer and photographer, living in Chicago. Pat was originally on the Life After God podcast back in 2015 when the I first started the show and I’m honored to have him back. This episode comes with a content notification. In the conversation that follows we discuss Pat’s recent suicide attempt, how he survived, and what he has learned about himself and what he wants from his life going forward. I want to express my deep gratitude to Pat for courageously sharing his story and courageously choosing life. Pat writes a column for the Patheos website entitled “Transparent Expedition,” where he writes in his characteristic raw, honest way about being the father of a gender fluid child and his experience of being a recovering evangelical. Please follow his writing by going to the link in the show notes. Please follow Pat's writing at <a href="http://www.patheos.com/blogs/transparentexpedition" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patheos.com/blogs/transparentexpedition</a>

087 - Ex-Files: A Conversation with Pat Green

Tim Hellmann

On this episode of the podcast I speak with Tim Hellmann. Tim is a former Christian who grew up fundamentalist in Bible Methodist and Pilgrim Holiness congregations. He tells me that he’s not very comfortable with labels but mostly closely identifies with agnostic. He has a bachelors degree in Sociology and Anthropology from Truman State University, and, most importantly, Tim is the father of two sons.Tim is an honest, open-hearted, compassionate person whose commitment to authenticity keeps him learning and growing. I am endlessly inspired by his generosity of spirit and his fearless, whole-hearted approach to life. In this conversation, in addition to talking about his journey through Christian fundamentalism to where he is today, we talk about questions of healthy masculinity and where we might contribute to healing in our communities.Tim lives in Oregon but I had the privilege of recording this conversation with him in person, in Pasadena, on a recent visit. If you want to learn more about Tim and read this writings, please follow him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SubversiveLens

On this episode of the podcast I speak with Tim Hellmann. Tim is a former Christian who grew up fundamentalist in Bible Methodist and Pilgrim Holiness congregations. He tells me that he’s not very comfortable with labels but mostly closely identifies with agnostic. He has a bachelors degree in Sociology and Anthropology from Truman State University, and, most importantly, Tim is the father of two sons. Tim is an honest, open-hearted, compassionate person whose commitment to authenticity keeps him learning and growing. I am endlessly inspired by his generosity of spirit and his fearless, whole-hearted approach to life. In this conversation, in addition to talking about his journey through Christian fundamentalism to where he is today, we talk about questions of healthy masculinity and where we might contribute to healing in our communities. Tim lives in Oregon but I had the privilege of recording this conversation with him in person, in Pasadena, on a recent visit. If you want to learn more about Tim and read this writings, please follow him on Facebook at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SubversiveLens" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/SubversiveLens</a>

086 - Ex-Files: A Conversation with Tim Hellmann

Writer and speaker, Ryan Bell, of A Year Without God, shares insightful commentary on religion and irreligion in North America and engaging interviews with believers, heretics and the uncertain.

Thoroughly enjoy listening to this podcast and the guests who are brought on!  Thanks Ryan!

Insightful podcast for all

Good insight from somebody who has been there.  It helps us realize we are not alone.

Good Stuff!

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Bart Ehrman

This week I speak with renown Biblical scholar, Bart D. Ehrman, about his new book, "Jesus Before the Gospels: How the Earliest Christians Remembered, Changed, and Invented Their Stories of the Savior." We talk about his research into memory and how the stories about Jesus were passed along orally in the 6+ decades before they were written down. We also talk about the role the Bible plays in American public discourse and what can be done about it.I also check in with Gretta Vosper and Helen Stringer about some new developments at the West Hill congregation.*LINKS*West Hill United Church | www.westhill.netOasis Network | www.peoplearemoreimportant.orgMICAH Project Recovering from Religion Conference | http://www.micahprays.org/events/conferences.htmTo learn more about Life After God, visit www.lifeaftergod.org.Please support this show by visiting www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod

This week I speak with renown Biblical scholar, Bart D. Ehrman, about his new book, "Jesus Before the Gospels: How the Earliest Christians Remembered, Changed, and Invented Their Stories of the Savior." We talk about his research into memory and how the stories about Jesus were passed along orally in the 6+ decades before they were written down. We also talk about the role the Bible plays in American public discourse and what can be done about it. I also check in with Gretta Vosper and Helen Stringer about some new developments at the West Hill congregation. *LINKS* West Hill United Church | <a href="http://www.westhill.net" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.westhill.net</a> Oasis Network | <a href="http://www.peoplearemoreimportant.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.peoplearemoreimportant.org</a> MICAH Project Recovering from Religion Conference | <a href="http://www.micahprays.org/events/conferences.htm" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.micahprays.org/events/conferences.htm</a> To learn more about Life After God, visit <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a>. Please support this show by visiting <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a>

030 - Jesus Before the Gospels: A Conversation with Bart Ehrman

Brooke Arnold

On this episode I speak with comedian and survivor of the Quiverfull cult, Brooke Arnold. Mentioned in this episode: Brooke Arnold's website || www.brookearnold.comI could've been a Duggar wife (Salon) || https://goo.gl/dl787lKurt Metzger || https://www.facebook.com/KurtMetzgerComedy

On this episode I speak with comedian and survivor of the Quiverfull cult, Brooke Arnold. Mentioned in this episode: Brooke Arnold's website || <a href="http://www.brookearnold.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.brookearnold.com</a> I could've been a Duggar wife (Salon) || <a href="https://goo.gl/dl787l" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/dl787l</a> Kurt Metzger || <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KurtMetzgerComedy" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/KurtMetzgerComedy</a>

053 - Escaping Quiverfull with Brooke Arnold

Brandon Fibbs

This week I speak with documentary film producer, science enthusiast, and friend, Brandon Fibbs. Brandon was raised in a fundamentalist Christian home but as he entered adulthood, questions haunted him. We talk about his friendship with Neil deGrasse Tyson, his deconversion, his sense of wonder at his place in the universe and how awe replaced faith in his life. We also talk about his work on the 2014 reboot of Cosmos and the brand new 6-part series, "The Story of God with Morgan Freeman," which airs on Sunday, April 3.Learn about "The Story of God with Morgan Freeman" at http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/the-story-of-god-with-morgan-freeman/Visit Brandon's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/Fibbs1701/featuredRead Brandon's article, "Carl Sagan Took My Faith — and Gave Me Awe," at http://www.faithstreet.com/onfaith/2014/03/10/carl-sagan-took-my-faith-and-gave-me-awe/31220Learn more about Life After God at www.lifeaftergod.org

This week I speak with documentary film producer, science enthusiast, and friend, Brandon Fibbs. Brandon was raised in a fundamentalist Christian home but as he entered adulthood, questions haunted him. We talk about his friendship with Neil deGrasse Tyson, his deconversion, his sense of wonder at his place in the universe and how awe replaced faith in his life. We also talk about his work on the 2014 reboot of Cosmos and the brand new 6-part series, "The Story of God with Morgan Freeman," which airs on Sunday, April 3. Learn about "The Story of God with Morgan Freeman" at <a href="http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/the-story-of-god-with-morgan-freeman/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/the-story-of-god-with-morgan-freeman/</a> Visit Brandon's YouTube channel at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/Fibbs1701/featured" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/Fibbs1701/featured</a> Read Brandon's article, "Carl Sagan Took My Faith — and Gave Me Awe," at <a href="http://www.faithstreet.com/onfaith/2014/03/10/carl-sagan-took-my-faith-and-gave-me-awe/31220" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.faithstreet.com/onfaith/2014/03/10/carl-sagan-took-my-faith-and-gave-me-awe/31220</a> Learn more about Life After God at <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a>

031 - The Story of God with Brandon Fibbs

Ronen Gordon

This week I speak with musicians Gabby and Ronen Gordon. Gabby is Danish-American singer/songwriter based in Los Angeles who, along with her husband and drummer, Ronen Gordon, make music together and travel the world performing.I first met Gabby and Ronen at Sunday Assembly Los Angeles in February 2014. At that event Gabby performed her original song, Power. I was deeply moved by it and I'm thrilled to introduce you to Gabby and Ronen, and their song, Power.Visit www.gabbygordon.com to hear more of Gabby's music.To learn more about Life After God, please visit www.lifeaftergod.org.

This week I speak with musicians Gabby and Ronen Gordon. Gabby is Danish-American singer/songwriter based in Los Angeles who, along with her husband and drummer, Ronen Gordon, make music together and travel the world performing. I first met Gabby and Ronen at Sunday Assembly Los Angeles in February 2014. At that event Gabby performed her original song, Power. I was deeply moved by it and I'm thrilled to introduce you to Gabby and Ronen, and their song, Power. Visit <a href="http://www.gabbygordon.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.gabbygordon.com</a> to hear more of Gabby's music. To learn more about Life After God, please visit <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a>.

039 - Power with Gabby and Ronen Gordon

Brian Peck

On this episode I speak with my friend Brian Peck about the importance of taking a trauma-informed approach to treating what he calls adverse religious experiences. Rather than merely pathologizing religion, Brian suggests that we recognize the reality of religious abuse and then focus on treating trauma using the best evidence-based practice. "Religious abuse is what happened to you," he says. "Trauma is your body's response to the abuse."This is a conversation I've been wanting to have with Brian for months. It's finally here. Please let me know what you think by writing to me at ryan@lifeaftergod.org.Brian earned a Master’s of Social Work degree from Boise State University and completed the required post-graduate supervision and training to gain clinical licensure. He is a member of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS) and serves on the steering committee for the Social Work and ACT Special Interest Group. He is an active member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), has served on the board of directors for the Idaho Chapter (NASW Idaho) for several terms as a branch chair, and has served as the chair for NASW Idaho’s Political Action for Candidate Election (IDA PACE) committee.LINKSRoom to Thrive website - www.roomtothrive.comRoom to Thrive Facebook - www.facebook.com/RoomToThriveRoom to Thrive Instagram - www.instagram.com/roomtothriveRoom to Thrive Twitter - www.twitter.com/RoomToThriveSupport the Life After God podcast by joining today at www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod.

On this episode I speak with my friend Brian Peck about the importance of taking a trauma-informed approach to treating what he calls adverse religious experiences. Rather than merely pathologizing religion, Brian suggests that we recognize the reality of religious abuse and then focus on treating trauma using the best evidence-based practice. "Religious abuse is what happened to you," he says. "Trauma is your body's response to the abuse." This is a conversation I've been wanting to have with Brian for months. It's finally here. Please let me know what you think by writing to me at <a href="mailto:ryan@lifeaftergod.org">ryan@lifeaftergod.org</a>. Brian earned a Master’s of Social Work degree from Boise State University and completed the required post-graduate supervision and training to gain clinical licensure. He is a member of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS) and serves on the steering committee for the Social Work and ACT Special Interest Group. He is an active member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), has served on the board of directors for the Idaho Chapter (NASW Idaho) for several terms as a branch chair, and has served as the chair for NASW Idaho’s Political Action for Candidate Election (IDA PACE) committee. LINKS Room to Thrive website - <a href="http://www.roomtothrive.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.roomtothrive.com</a> Room to Thrive Facebook - <a href="http://www.facebook.com/RoomToThrive" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/RoomToThrive</a> Room to Thrive Instagram - <a href="http://www.instagram.com/roomtothrive" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/roomtothrive</a> Room to Thrive Twitter - <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RoomToThrive" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/RoomToThrive</a> Support the Life After God podcast by joining today at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a>.

084 - Rethinking Religious Trauma with Brian Peck

This week I speak with author and professor of Philosophy, Philip Kitcher, about his new book, Life After Faith.  Professor Kitcher is the John Dewey Professor of Philosophy at Columbia University where he has taught since 1998. In this conversation we discuss his religious journey, the philosophical basis of humanism and the challenges facing the development of a strong secular humanist community.Buy Philip's book, Life After Faith &gt;&gt; http://amzn.to/1UaAouSVisit the Life After God website &gt;&gt; www.lifeaftergod.orgSupport the podcast!www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod

This week I speak with author and professor of Philosophy, Philip Kitcher, about his new book, Life After Faith. Professor Kitcher is the John Dewey Professor of Philosophy at Columbia University where he has taught since 1998. In this conversation we discuss his religious journey, the philosophical basis of humanism and the challenges facing the development of a strong secular humanist community. Buy Philip's book, Life After Faith &gt;&gt; <a href="http://amzn.to/1UaAouS" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/1UaAouS</a> Visit the Life After God website &gt;&gt; <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a> Support the podcast! <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a>

021 - Life After Faith: The Case for Secular Humanism

Kester Brewin

This week I speak with highly acclaimed author and speaker, Kester Brewin. Kester recently spent two weeks in Los Angeles, speaking to various audiences about his new book, Getting High: A Savage Journey to the Heart of the Dream of Flight. We recorded this conversation LIVE on Saturday, August 6, at the Level Ground Headquarters in Pasadena California.

043 - Getting High with Kester Brewin

Dan Fincke

This week I speak with popular blogger and philosopher, Daniel Fincke. Daniel received his Ph.D. in Philosophy from Fordham University in 2010 and currently teaches classes online to anyone who is interested in expanding their critical thinking skills as well as their knowledge of philosophy. In this episode Dan and I talk about the origins of human ethics and morality, the question of whether a divine being is required as a basis for right and wrong, what constitutes a life well lived, and how we know. We even touch on some contemporary issues of social justice.Check out Dan's popular blog, Camels with Hammers at http://www.patheos.com/blogs/camelswithhammers/Dan is preparing to teach some new classes in the coming weeks. To learn more about Dan's classes and how to join them, visit http://danielfincke.com/dr-daniel-finckes-philosophy-classes-welcome-page-a/Specific classes include:Virtue, Value, and Meaning in Life | http://danielfincke.com/virtues-values-and-meaning-in-life-a/Philosophy for Atheists | http://danielfincke.com/philosophy-for-atheists-a/To learn more about Life After God visit www.lifeaftergod.orgIf you find this podcast helpful in your life and you'd like to help support it, please visit www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod.

This week I speak with popular blogger and philosopher, Daniel Fincke. Daniel received his Ph.D. in Philosophy from Fordham University in 2010 and currently teaches classes online to anyone who is interested in expanding their critical thinking skills as well as their knowledge of philosophy. In this episode Dan and I talk about the origins of human ethics and morality, the question of whether a divine being is required as a basis for right and wrong, what constitutes a life well lived, and how we know. We even touch on some contemporary issues of social justice. Check out Dan's popular blog, Camels with Hammers at <a href="http://www.patheos.com/blogs/camelswithhammers/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.patheos.com/blogs/camelswithhammers/</a> Dan is preparing to teach some new classes in the coming weeks. To learn more about Dan's classes and how to join them, visit <a href="http://danielfincke.com/dr-daniel-finckes-philosophy-classes-welcome-page-a/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://danielfincke.com/dr-daniel-finckes-philosophy-classes-welcome-page-a/</a> Specific classes include: Virtue, Value, and Meaning in Life | <a href="http://danielfincke.com/virtues-values-and-meaning-in-life-a/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://danielfincke.com/virtues-values-and-meaning-in-life-a/</a> Philosophy for Atheists | <a href="http://danielfincke.com/philosophy-for-atheists-a/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://danielfincke.com/philosophy-for-atheists-a/</a> To learn more about Life After God visit <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a> If you find this podcast helpful in your life and you'd like to help support it, please visit <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a>.

028 - Where does morality come from? with Dan Fincke

John Dehlin

This week I speak with psychologist and podcaster, John Dehlin. For the past 10 years John has been hosting the very popular show, Mormon Stories. In 2015 he was excommunicated from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for heresy. He recently completed his Ph.D. in Clinical and Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on the intersection of religion and mental health.Check out Mormon Stories at www.mormonstories.orgTo learn more about John's research as well as his faith crisis and religious transitions coaching practice, visit www.johndehlin.com.Watch John's TEDx talk on YouTube at www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MxCXjfAunk

This week I speak with psychologist and podcaster, John Dehlin. For the past 10 years John has been hosting the very popular show, Mormon Stories. In 2015 he was excommunicated from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for heresy. He recently completed his Ph.D. in Clinical and Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on the intersection of religion and mental health. Check out Mormon Stories at <a href="http://www.mormonstories.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.mormonstories.org</a> To learn more about John's research as well as his faith crisis and religious transitions coaching practice, visit <a href="http://www.johndehlin.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.johndehlin.com</a>. Watch John's TEDx talk on YouTube at <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MxCXjfAunk" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MxCXjfAunk</a>

022 - Mormon Stories with John Dehlin

Ciera Ramirez

On this episode of The Ex-Files, I speak Cierra Ramirez.Ciera is was born and raised in New Mexico but for the past couple of years has called Austin, Texas, her home. As you’ll see, she’s a thoughtful and articulate woman. She’s a theater actor currently puppeteering in a local puppet opera production! She loves hiking, kayaking, going to the movies, and good beer. We begin our conversation talking about Ciera’s early religious experiences, her conversation to Christianity, and her eventual growth out of religion.Ciera also speaks vulnerably about her lifelong struggle with depression. She’s recently taken some courageous steps toward her own well-being. I’m honored she was willing to share her story with all of us.

On this episode of The Ex-Files, I speak Cierra Ramirez. Ciera is was born and raised in New Mexico but for the past couple of years has called Austin, Texas, her home. As you’ll see, she’s a thoughtful and articulate woman. She’s a theater actor currently puppeteering in a local puppet opera production! She loves hiking, kayaking, going to the movies, and good beer. We begin our conversation talking about Ciera’s early religious experiences, her conversation to Christianity, and her eventual growth out of religion. Ciera also speaks vulnerably about her lifelong struggle with depression. She’s recently taken some courageous steps toward her own well-being. I’m honored she was willing to share her story with all of us.

046 - Ex-Files: Ciera Ramirez and Facing Depression

Alexis Record

Content Advisory: religious trauma, physical and sexual abuseToday on The Ex-Files I speak with Alexis Record. Alexis is a former Christian, raised in a fundamentalist home. In our conversation she recounts her experiences of profound loss, her harrowing encounters with fundamentalism in Christian missions, brushes with death, extreme shaming, and misadventures in Christian education.Today, Alexis the mother of two remarkable children, a volunteer leader at Sunday Assembly San Diego, an the author of the chapter, Women v. Indoctrination, in the book, Women v. Religion: The Case Against Faith—and for Freedom, edited by Karen Garst, and published by Pitchstone Publishing. Elements of Alexis’ story are being told here for the very first time and may be difficult listening, especially if you have survived abuse of any kind, but especially religious abuse.Women v. Religion, edited by Karen Garst | https://goo.gl/gcoiX6#Exvangelical#ExposeChristianSchools

Content Advisory: religious trauma, physical and sexual abuse Today on The Ex-Files I speak with Alexis Record. Alexis is a former Christian, raised in a fundamentalist home. In our conversation she recounts her experiences of profound loss, her harrowing encounters with fundamentalism in Christian missions, brushes with death, extreme shaming, and misadventures in Christian education. Today, Alexis the mother of two remarkable children, a volunteer leader at Sunday Assembly San Diego, an the author of the chapter, Women v. Indoctrination, in the book, Women v. Religion: The Case Against Faith—and for Freedom, edited by Karen Garst, and published by Pitchstone Publishing. Elements of Alexis’ story are being told here for the very first time and may be difficult listening, especially if you have survived abuse of any kind, but especially religious abuse. Women v. Religion, edited by Karen Garst | <a href="https://goo.gl/gcoiX6" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/gcoiX6</a> #Exvangelical #ExposeChristianSchools

064 - Ex-Files: Surviving "Christian Education" with Alexis Record

Chris Johnson

On this episode I speak with photographer and filmmaker, Chris Johnson, about his book and documentary project, A Better Life, which tells the stories of 100 atheists who have found joy and meaning in a world without God. Chris is just completing a long season of touring with the film. You can learn more the links below.Learn more about Life After God: www.lifeaftergod.orgSupport the Life After God: www.patreon.com/lifeaftergodMentioned in this episodeA Better Life website: www.theatheistbook.comChris Johnson Twitter: www.twitter.com/theatheistbook

On this episode I speak with photographer and filmmaker, Chris Johnson, about his book and documentary project, A Better Life, which tells the stories of 100 atheists who have found joy and meaning in a world without God. Chris is just completing a long season of touring with the film. You can learn more the links below. Learn more about Life After God: <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a> Support the Life After God: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a> Mentioned in this episode A Better Life website: <a href="http://www.theatheistbook.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.theatheistbook.com</a> Chris Johnson Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/theatheistbook" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/theatheistbook</a>

054 - A Better Life with Chris Johnson

Welcome to a special edition of the Life After God podcast. I'm excited to share conversations with you from a growing number of professionals who specialize in religious trauma, deconversion, and post-religious mental health. My goal with these conversations is to offer you a diverse range of perspectives, share practical insights you can use in your daily life, and introduce you to some amazing humans who are committed to helping others thrive after leaving religion.My name is Brian Peck, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker in Boise Idaho specializing in religious trauma and mental health challenges related to the deconversion process.Today I'm excited to introduce you to Suandria Hall who is a licensed mental health professional in the Denver area who also specializes in religious trauma and helping people navigate life transitions including support for leaving high-demand religious groups.I met Suandria online through her Instagram account, My Choice My Power, which is also the name of her private practice in the Denver area. I was struck by her thoughtful reflections on mental health and her keen insight into the process of exiting religion. It's been a real honor to learn from her experience and hope you find this conversation as meaningful as I did.My goal for these episodes is to expand the conversation about post-religious mental health that includes a range of clinical voices, therapy modalities, and practices you can incorporate into your healing process.You may be surprised to learn that there's a growing number of mental health professionals out there already doing this work. As therapists, we often work with the individual, and what's said in the room stays in the room. These episodes are an opportunity to share what we're learning and to provide some psychoeducational content to support your journey.Note, these conversations are intended to be educational in nature and are in no way a substitute for working with your own licensed mental health professional or healthcare provider. As with any conversation that may reactivate past trauma, please put your needs first. This particular conversation is not graphic, but the topic and content may still be challenging for some nervous systems. Healing trauma is a dynamic process, and it's perfectly okay to step back and reengage once you have more resources available to you.SPECIAL OFFERJoin the Life After God community as a Member between now and June 21, 2019, and receive a limited edition magnet. Visit www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod and join today!Be a part of the next LIVE panel discussion, "Facing Grief &amp; Loss After God," on Friday, June 28 at 6:00 pm Pacific Time. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1219812888177918/Follow Suandria Hall on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mychoicemypowercounseling/ On the web - http://www.mychoicemypower.com/Connect with Brian Peck on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RoomToThrive/On the web - https://www.roomtothrive.com/Learn more about Life After God at our website - www.lifeaftergod.org

Welcome to a special edition of the Life After God podcast. I'm excited to share conversations with you from a growing number of professionals who specialize in religious trauma, deconversion, and post-religious mental health. My goal with these conversations is to offer you a diverse range of perspectives, share practical insights you can use in your daily life, and introduce you to some amazing humans who are committed to helping others thrive after leaving religion. My name is Brian Peck, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker in Boise Idaho specializing in religious trauma and mental health challenges related to the deconversion process. Today I'm excited to introduce you to Suandria Hall who is a licensed mental health professional in the Denver area who also specializes in religious trauma and helping people navigate life transitions including support for leaving high-demand religious groups. I met Suandria online through her Instagram account, My Choice My Power, which is also the name of her private practice in the Denver area. I was struck by her thoughtful reflections on mental health and her keen insight into the process of exiting religion. It's been a real honor to learn from her experience and hope you find this conversation as meaningful as I did. My goal for these episodes is to expand the conversation about post-religious mental health that includes a range of clinical voices, therapy modalities, and practices you can incorporate into your healing process. You may be surprised to learn that there's a growing number of mental health professionals out there already doing this work. As therapists, we often work with the individual, and what's said in the room stays in the room. These episodes are an opportunity to share what we're learning and to provide some psychoeducational content to support your journey. Note, these conversations are intended to be educational in nature and are in no way a substitute for working with your own licensed mental health professional or healthcare provider. As with any conversation that may reactivate past trauma, please put your needs first. This particular conversation is not graphic, but the topic and content may still be challenging for some nervous systems. Healing trauma is a dynamic process, and it's perfectly okay to step back and reengage once you have more resources available to you. SPECIAL OFFER Join the Life After God community as a Member between now and June 21, 2019, and receive a limited edition magnet. Visit <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a> and join today! Be a part of the next LIVE panel discussion, "Facing Grief &amp; Loss After God," on Friday, June 28 at 6:00 pm Pacific Time. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1219812888177918/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/events/1219812888177918/</a> Follow Suandria Hall on Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mychoicemypowercounseling/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mychoicemypowercounseling/</a> On the web - <a href="http://www.mychoicemypower.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.mychoicemypower.com/</a> Connect with Brian Peck on Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RoomToThrive/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/RoomToThrive/</a> On the web - <a href="https://www.roomtothrive.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.roomtothrive.com/</a> Learn more about Life After God at our website - <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a>

078 - Post-Religious Mental Health: A Conversation with Suandria Hall

*Content advisory: sexual abuse, rape, and violence*On this episode I speak with Anais Chartschenko about her experience of extreme abuse in the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Her experience is tragic but not uncommon. In the second chapter I speak with Brian Peck and Gretchen Meader about the subject of forgiveness. Those of us who grew up in the church know that forgiveness is a central virtue. But post-Christianity, Christian appears much more sinister. Building on my conversation with Anais, I ask Gretchen and Brian to reflect on the subject of forgiveness from their personal experience and expertise as therapists.LINKSRoom to Thrive | www.roomtothrive.comBooks by Anais Chartschenko | www.amazon.com/Anais-Chartschenko/e/B00J4QSO7CLife After God website | www.lifeaftergod.org#metoo #churchtoo

*Content advisory: sexual abuse, rape, and violence* On this episode I speak with Anais Chartschenko about her experience of extreme abuse in the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Her experience is tragic but not uncommon. In the second chapter I speak with Brian Peck and Gretchen Meader about the subject of forgiveness. Those of us who grew up in the church know that forgiveness is a central virtue. But post-Christianity, Christian appears much more sinister. Building on my conversation with Anais, I ask Gretchen and Brian to reflect on the subject of forgiveness from their personal experience and expertise as therapists. LINKS Room to Thrive | <a href="http://www.roomtothrive.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.roomtothrive.com</a> Books by Anais Chartschenko | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Anais-Chartschenko/e/B00J4QSO7C" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.amazon.com/Anais-Chartschenko/e/B00J4QSO7C</a> Life After God website | <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a> #metoo #churchtoo

058 - Religious Abuse and the Problem of Forgiveness

John Gray

On this episode I speak with philosopher and author, John Gray, about humanism, secular utopianism, and his new book, Seven Types of Atheism. Professor Gray is the author of numerous books, including False Dawn: The Delusions of Global Capitalism, Straw Dogs: Thoughts on Humans and Other Animals,  Black Mass: Apocalyptic Religion and the Death of Utopia, and, most recently, Seven Types of Atheism, which is not so much a strict typology of atheism. Indeed, what would such a project entail since atheism is one thing and one thing only. Rather, it’s a fascinating, enlightening, sometimes irritating survey of the various schools of thought into which atheists have fallen in the past several centuries.LINKSOrder "Seven Types of Atheism" | https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374261092Book review by Terry Eagleton | https://www.theguardian.com/books/2018/apr/11/seven-types-atheism-john-gray-review-atheist-believer-material-worldBook review in New Humanist by Ralph Jones | https://newhumanist.org.uk/articles/5328/book-review-seven-types-of-atheismBook review in The Humanist by Peter C.  Grosvenor | https://thehumanist.com/magazine/january-february-2019/arts_entertainment/seven-types-of-atheismSupport the Life After God podcast at www.patreon.com/lifeaftergodLife After God website | www.lifeaftergod.orgRyan Bell's Twitter | www.twitter.com/ryanjbellLife After God's Twitter | www.twitter.com/ourlifeaftergod

On this episode I speak with philosopher and author, John Gray, about humanism, secular utopianism, and his new book, Seven Types of Atheism. Professor Gray is the author of numerous books, including False Dawn: The Delusions of Global Capitalism, Straw Dogs: Thoughts on Humans and Other Animals, Black Mass: Apocalyptic Religion and the Death of Utopia, and, most recently, Seven Types of Atheism, which is not so much a strict typology of atheism. Indeed, what would such a project entail since atheism is one thing and one thing only. Rather, it’s a fascinating, enlightening, sometimes irritating survey of the various schools of thought into which atheists have fallen in the past several centuries. LINKS Order "Seven Types of Atheism" | <a href="https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374261092" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374261092</a> Book review by Terry Eagleton | <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/books/2018/apr/11/seven-types-atheism-john-gray-review-atheist-believer-material-world" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/books/2018/apr/11/seven-types-atheism-john-gray-review-atheist-believer-material-world</a> Book review in New Humanist by Ralph Jones | <a href="https://newhumanist.org.uk/articles/5328/book-review-seven-types-of-atheism" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://newhumanist.org.uk/articles/5328/book-review-seven-types-of-atheism</a> Book review in The Humanist by Peter C. Grosvenor | <a href="https://thehumanist.com/magazine/january-february-2019/arts_entertainment/seven-types-of-atheism" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://thehumanist.com/magazine/january-february-2019/arts_entertainment/seven-types-of-atheism</a> Support the Life After God podcast at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a> Life After God website | <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a> Ryan Bell's Twitter | <a href="http://www.twitter.com/ryanjbell" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/ryanjbell</a> Life After God's Twitter | <a href="http://www.twitter.com/ourlifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.twitter.com/ourlifeaftergod</a>

063 - Seven Types of Atheism with John Gray

Conor Robinson

This week I speak with Conor Robinson about the Humanist Service Corp that he created and directs as a part of the Foundation Beyond BeliefLINKSDonate to support Humanist Service Corps | https://foundationbeyondbelief.org/humanistservicecorps/donateFoundation Beyond Belief | www.foundationbeyondbelief.orgHumanist Service Corp | www.humanistservicecorps.orgHSC Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/humanistsinaction/Songtaba Facebook | www.facebook.com/songtaba/The Danger of a Single Story, by Chimamanda Adichie (YouTube) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9Ihs241zegAmerican Grace, by Robert D. Putman and David E. Campbell | https://www.amazon.com/American-Grace-Religion-Divides-Unites/dp/1416566732/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1469604225&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=american+grace

This week I speak with Conor Robinson about the Humanist Service Corp that he created and directs as a part of the Foundation Beyond Belief LINKS Donate to support Humanist Service Corps | <a href="https://foundationbeyondbelief.org/humanistservicecorps/donate" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://foundationbeyondbelief.org/humanistservicecorps/donate</a> Foundation Beyond Belief | <a href="http://www.foundationbeyondbelief.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.foundationbeyondbelief.org</a> Humanist Service Corp | <a href="http://www.humanistservicecorps.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.humanistservicecorps.org</a> HSC Facebook | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/humanistsinaction/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/humanistsinaction/</a> Songtaba Facebook | <a href="http://www.facebook.com/songtaba/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/songtaba/</a> The Danger of a Single Story, by Chimamanda Adichie (YouTube) | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9Ihs241zeg" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9Ihs241zeg</a> American Grace, by Robert D. Putman and David E. Campbell | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/American-Grace-Religion-Divides-Unites/dp/1416566732/ref" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/American-Grace-Religion-Divides-Unites/dp/1416566732/ref</a>=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1469604225&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=american+grace

042 - Humanist Service Corp with Conor Robinson

Luke King

On this episode I speak with former pastor and fellow podcaster, Luke King, about his deconversion and future plans to cultivate community for former Christians. You can hear Luke's podcast and learn more about his community at www.youratheistpastor.orgLearn more about Life After God at www.lifeaftergod.orgSupport the Life After God at www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod

On this episode I speak with former pastor and fellow podcaster, Luke King, about his deconversion and future plans to cultivate community for former Christians. You can hear Luke's podcast and learn more about his community at <a href="http://www.youratheistpastor.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.youratheistpastor.org</a> Learn more about Life After God at <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeaftergod.org</a> Support the Life After God at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a>

056 - Ex-Files: Your Atheist Pastor with Luke King

Lloyd Geering

This week I speak with Sir Lloyd Geering, New Zealand theologian and pioneering Christian post-theist. In 1967, Geering was charged with heresy by the Presbyterian Church in New Zealand. He successfully withstood this challenge and has continued writing and speaking about religion and holy texts as a human constructions and words like "God" and "faith" as referents of human self-understanding and growth. He is the author of many books and articles, a few of which can be found in the links below.Lloyd Geering: God and Me (ABC Radio, transcript)http://www.abc.net.au/religion/stories/s1333339.htmReimagining God: The Faith Journey of a Modern Heretichttp://amzn.to/216Ke54From the Big Bang to God: Our Awe-Inspiring Journey of Evolutionhttp://amzn.to/1SvoApCChristianity Without Godhttp://amzn.to/1LrJJcN

This week I speak with Sir Lloyd Geering, New Zealand theologian and pioneering Christian post-theist. In 1967, Geering was charged with heresy by the Presbyterian Church in New Zealand. He successfully withstood this challenge and has continued writing and speaking about religion and holy texts as a human constructions and words like "God" and "faith" as referents of human self-understanding and growth. He is the author of many books and articles, a few of which can be found in the links below. Lloyd Geering: God and Me (ABC Radio, transcript) <a href="http://www.abc.net.au/religion/stories/s1333339.htm" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.abc.net.au/religion/stories/s1333339.htm</a> Reimagining God: The Faith Journey of a Modern Heretic <a href="http://amzn.to/216Ke54" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/216Ke54</a> From the Big Bang to God: Our Awe-Inspiring Journey of Evolution <a href="http://amzn.to/1SvoApC" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/1SvoApC</a> Christianity Without God <a href="http://amzn.to/1LrJJcN" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://amzn.to/1LrJJcN</a>

025 - Reimagining God: An Interview with Lloyd Geering

Jessica Wilbanks

On this episode I speak with Jessica Wilbanks, author of the new memoir, When I Spoke In Tongues: A Story of Faith and Its Loss. Jessica received her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of Houston, where she served as nonfiction editor for Gulf Coast. An active member of the literary community in Houston, Jessica frequently teaches writing workshops for Inprint, Writespace, Grackle &amp; Grackle, Writers’ League of Texas, and Boldface, the University of Houston’s annual conference for emerging writers.Visit Jessica's website | https://jessicawilbanks.comBuy her book | https://www.amazon.com/When-Spoke-Tongues-Story-Faith/dp/0807092231Become a member of Life After God today | http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergodVisit the Life After God website | http://www.lifeaftergod.orgLike and follow our Facebook page | https://www.facebook.com/ourlifeaftergodFollow us on Twitter | http://www.twitter.com/ourlifeaftergod...and Instagram | https://instagram.com/ourlifeaftergodAlso, don't forget to check out the Secular Student Alliance podcast, Secular Student Life.

On this episode I speak with Jessica Wilbanks, author of the new memoir, When I Spoke In Tongues: A Story of Faith and Its Loss. Jessica received her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of Houston, where she served as nonfiction editor for Gulf Coast. An active member of the literary community in Houston, Jessica frequently teaches writing workshops for Inprint, Writespace, Grackle &amp; Grackle, Writers’ League of Texas, and Boldface, the University of Houston’s annual conference for emerging writers. Visit Jessica's website | <a href="https://jessicawilbanks.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://jessicawilbanks.com</a> Buy her book | <a href="https://www.amazon.com/When-Spoke-Tongues-Story-Faith/dp/0807092231" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/When-Spoke-Tongues-Story-Faith/dp/0807092231</a> Become a member of Life After God today | <a href="http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.patreon.com/lifeaftergod</a> Visit the Life After God website | <a href="http://www.lifeaftergod.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.lifeaftergod.org</a> Like and follow our Facebook page | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ourlifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/ourlifeaftergod</a> Follow us on Twitter | <a href="http://www.twitter.com/ourlifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.twitter.com/ourlifeaftergod</a> ...and Instagram | <a href="https://instagram.com/ourlifeaftergod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/ourlifeaftergod</a> Also, don't forget to check out the Secular Student Alliance podcast, Secular Student Life.

065 - When I Spoke in Tongues with Jessica Wilbanks

Zeke Piestrup

This week speak with documentary filmmaker, Zeke Piestrup. His 2014 film following the last days of earth's history—at least according to fundamentalist Christian, radio personality, and serial apocalypse predictor, Harold Camping. In 2011, Zeke was hired by Mr. Camping to create daily videos, chronicling the countdown to Armageddon. When the end of the world didn't come, Zeke turned these videos, and interview with scholars of religion and Biblical Studies, into a feature documentary.RECOMMENDED LINKSWatch the trailer for "Apocalypse Later: Harold Camping vs. the End of the World”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-_iUWLcwV8Watch “Apocalypse Later: Harold Camping vs. the End of the World” on...Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/movies/details/Apocalypse_Later_Harold_Camping_vs_The_End_of_the?id=t6TnNGXUHgYiTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/apocalypse-later-harold-camping/id845689011Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Later-Harold-Camping-World/dp/B00K2PLJ4Y/ Facebook page for Apocalypse Later: https://www.facebook.com/ApocalypseLaterHaroldCamping/Follow Zeke Piestrup on Twitter: https://twitter.com/harold_camping

This week speak with documentary filmmaker, Zeke Piestrup. His 2014 film following the last days of earth's history—at least according to fundamentalist Christian, radio personality, and serial apocalypse predictor, Harold Camping. In 2011, Zeke was hired by Mr. Camping to create daily videos, chronicling the countdown to Armageddon. When the end of the world didn't come, Zeke turned these videos, and interview with scholars of religion and Biblical Studies, into a feature documentary. RECOMMENDED LINKS Watch the trailer for "Apocalypse Later: Harold Camping vs. the End of the World”: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-_iUWLcwV8" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-_iUWLcwV8</a> Watch “Apocalypse Later: Harold Camping vs. the End of the World” on... Google Play: <a href="https://play.google.com/store/movies/details/Apocalypse_Later_Harold_Camping_vs_The_End_of_the?id=t6TnNGXUHgY" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://play.google.com/store/movies/details/Apocalypse_Later_Harold_Camping_vs_The_End_of_the?id=t6TnNGXUHgY</a> iTunes: <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/apocalypse-later-harold-camping/id845689011" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/apocalypse-later-harold-camping/id845689011</a> Amazon: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Later-Harold-Camping-World/dp/B00K2PLJ4Y/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Later-Harold-Camping-World/dp/B00K2PLJ4Y/</a> Facebook page for Apocalypse Later: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ApocalypseLaterHaroldCamping/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/ApocalypseLaterHaroldCamping/</a> Follow Zeke Piestrup on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/harold_camping" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/harold_camping</a>

034 - Apocalypse Later with Zeke Piestrup

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