Podcasts by The Week in Doubt Podcast

Thoughts on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict (Unscripted) from 2023-12-12T16:11:53

In this epically long unscripted episode, I offer my personal thoughts and reflections on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; both the recent events of October 7th and the bombing of Gaza, as well...

KMART Pulls ”HAM-MAS” Christmas Bags from 2023-11-29T23:45:42

Australian department store chain Kmart pulled a Christmas themed bag earlier this month, after complaints that the message on it was to similar to the name of the terror group "Hamas".

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TWID Holiday Replay: A Brief History of Thanksgiving from 2023-11-22T17:06:18

It's that time of year again. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!

Oomancy (Egg Divination) from 2023-11-12T19:05:20

Hey everyone, in this follow-up to my recent special on the Witching Hour, I delve into the phenomenon of "oomancy" or egg divination.

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The Witching Hour (A Brief Audio Documentary) from 2023-10-17T17:19:51

For this year's Halloween special, I take a look at the topic of the so called 'witching hour". I hope you enjoy it and as always...thanks for listening and HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

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Andrew Tate vs the Amazing Atheist, Naked Mole Rats, Carl Sagan NASA Oath from 2023-10-01T20:07:57

This week: I react to a clip of Andrew Tate criticizing the Amazing Atheist and I discuss how the naked mole rate could someday help us live longer, plus a story about NASA officials using Carl ...

The Drake Equation and Grey Aliens from 2023-09-19T18:20:51

Hey everyone, a YouTube viewer requested that I do an episode on aliens; specifically so called "Greys". Initially this episode wasn't intended to be a deep dive, but it ended up being well over...

Bradley Cooper Schnoz-gate, Doja Cat ”Satanic”, Richard Dawkins vs Philosopher from 2023-08-27T14:55:43

This week: Bradley Cooper's use of a prosthetic nose becomes a source of controversy, Doja Cat accused of being Satanic and clips of Richard Dawkins being challenged by a philosopher for his ath...

Barbie Coffins, Michael Knowles vs Christopher Hitchens, Christian TikToker from 2023-08-12T14:15:23

In this episode: the story of a funeral home selling Barbie themed coffins, Right Wing commentator Michael Knowles attempts to debunk the arguments of the late great Christopher Hitchens, and a ...

Marilyn Manson and James Aldean Controversies, Adrenochrome and The Sound of Freedom from 2023-07-30T21:03:07

In this episode I discuss two controversies from the music world and I also take a look at the infamous substance known as adrenochrome.

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Sinead O’Connor Gone at Age 56 from 2023-07-27T00:22:41

My impromptu response to the sudden passing of one of my favorite musicians: Sinead O'Connor.

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WHO Declares Aspartame ”Possible Carcinogen” from 2023-07-17T00:33:32

In this episode I discuss my thoughts regarding the World Health Organization's decision to label the artificial sweetener aspartame a "possible carcinogen". I also share my personal concerns re...

Massachusetts to Decriminalize Magic Mushrooms? from 2023-07-02T23:03:38

My take on Massachusetts lawmakers pushing to decriminalize psilocybin mushrooms.

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”SATANIC” Etsy Designer and Thoughts on the Target Controversy from 2023-06-11T22:56:45

After some technical difficulties I'm back on track. Sorry for the recent dearth of content. In this episode I take a look at the case of a trans designer whose products were pulled from Target ...

Queen Cleopatra: How Bad Was It? from 2023-05-19T17:23:45

Here's my review of the controversial Netflix series African Queens: Queen Cleopatra....

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Were the Ancient Macedonians Greek? (A VERY Deep Dive) from 2023-05-14T23:36:11

This episode is in response to an exchange I had with a commenter, regarding my recent Cleopatra episode.

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Dalai Lama Tongue Incident from 2023-04-16T22:36:41

Here's my take on a recent disturbing story concerning the Dalai Lama's interaction with a young boy.

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Lucien Greaves Tweets Revisited and Pat Robertson on Trans People (Plus More!) from 2023-04-02T13:11:54

In this week's episode, I revisit an old twitter exchange between myself and the Satanic Temple's Lucien Greaves; I also cover a recent Pat Robertson clip and discuss the off-putting link betwee...

Cosmic Skeptic No Longer Vegan? from 2023-03-23T20:44:44

My thoughts on finding out that popular atheist YouTuber Alex O'Connor is apparently no longer Vegan.

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Rihanna Pentagram Controversy from 2023-02-19T21:49:43

In this episode I take a look at a recent claim that Rihanna was wearing a "Satanic" belt buckle during her Super Bowl performance.

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Supplicia Canum (The Punishment of the Dogs) from 2023-02-19T01:28:14

In this documentary episode, I explore the bizarre and unsettling topic of the "supplicia canum"; an ancient roman event involving the sacrifice of dogs.

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Did These Atheists Convert? (Sartre, Camus and Wilson) from 2023-02-04T00:29:54

In this episode I explore the claim that high profile atheists Albert Camus, Jean-Paul Sartre and A.N. Wilson converted to Christianity.

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Baphomet II (A Further Exploration) from 2023-01-24T22:53:13

A viewer requested a follow up to my original Baphomet documentary; so here it is. I didn't expect it to be such a deep dive, but it ended up being even longer than the original. A lot of work a...

Were Theropod Dinosaurs as smart as Primates? (Excerpt from full show) from 2023-01-19T20:36:52

In this clip from the main show, I examine a recent news story suggesting that certain dinosaurs may have been as intelligent as primates.

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Is Christianity in Decline? (Excerpt from full show) from 2023-01-19T20:34:11

In this clip from the main show, I explore some recent polls and studies regarding the standing and projected decline of Christianity.

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Crimes of the Future, Christianity in Decline, Smart Dinosaurs from 2023-01-17T20:30:16

Hey everyone! This week I discuss a bit of pop culture before moving on to the news stories. The pop culture topics include the David Cronenberg film Crimes of the Future and the new Last of Us ...

Art History Professor Fired for Showing Paintings of Muhammad (Follow-up) from 2023-01-10T00:50:11

This is just a brief follow-up to an episode I released earlier about a Hamline University professor who was dismissed for showing images of the prophet Muhammad in class.

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Art Professor Fired for Showing Muhammad Paintings from 2023-01-09T14:16:44

This week: the story of a Hamline University professor dismissed after showing historical paintings of the prophet Muhammad in class.

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Zwarte Piet - Saint Nicholas’ Controversial Companion (mini documentary) from 2022-12-27T23:36:26

Happy belated holidays! In this special episode I take a look at the controversial Dutch holiday figure known as Zwarte Piet (Black Pete).

As always...thanks for listening/watching!

TWID Replay: Dead Birds on Victorian Christmas Cards from 2022-12-24T14:54:34

Here’s another holiday replay. In this one, I explore the strange phenomenon of dead birds being featured on Victorian Christmas cards.

As always…thanks for listening!

TWID Holiday Replay: Krampus (a brief audio documentary) from 2022-12-18T22:30:13

Time for some holiday replays, before I forget! First up is my mini audio doc on Krampus.

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Turkish Creationist Sentenced to 8,658 Years in Prison from 2022-12-04T00:07:42

Adnan Oktar, a Turkish Creationist and cult leader has been sentenced to 8,658 years in prison for a laundry list of charges ranging from abuse to espionage.

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TWID Replay: A Brief History of Easter from 2022-04-17T18:43:40

Here’s a Holiday themed blast from the past: the first ever Week in Doubt Easter special.

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Robert M. Price Comments, Bill Maher and David Mamet, Yahweh Inscription from 2022-04-10T19:14:48

This week: My thoughts on Cult of Dusty's reaction to some controversial Robert M. Price comments, picking at Bill Maher and David Mamet's comments on the religion of the founding fathers and th...

Serotonin Syndrome: Personal Update (Plus fleeting thoughts on Will Smith and Chris Rock) from 2022-04-03T18:04:15

So, it looks like I've been battling a fairly serious condition called serotonin syndrome. Good news is it's not as bad as it could be. Peace. And as always...thanks for listening!

Once More Unto The Breach! Navigating Political Correctness and Pop Culture...Again. from 2022-03-22T17:56:10

Hey Everyone! In this episode I do my best to promote a listener's podcast while trying to navigate the choppy waters of political correctness and pop culture.

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Further Thoughts on Jordan Peterson and the Bible and Pastor Rails against Witches from 2022-03-02T16:57:39

Hey Everyone! In this episode I offer a followup to my take on Jordan Peterson's assertions regarding the Bible in his most recent joe Rogan appearance. I also respond to a viral video of a Tenn...

TWID HOLIDAY REPLAY: A Brief History of St. Valentine from 2022-02-13T21:19:33

Promised myself I’d get this replay out before Valentine’s Day, so here it is.

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Thoughts on Joe Rogan Controversies, Candace Owens WRONG about Bob Saget, Jordan Peterson on the Bible from 2022-02-13T18:43

Hey, everyone! This epically long unscripted episode was very mentally exhausting to make; hopefully it's not exhausting to listen to.

As always...thanks for listening!

Fox News vs The Satanic Temple (Plus Digressions) from 2022-02-01T09:57:33

Hey everyone!

Sorry it's been so long since the last upload. In this episode, I react to a couple of Fox News clips concerning the Satanic Temple, in my usual longwinded style.

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Thoughts on DON’T LOOK UP (Movie Review and Assorted Digressions) from 2022-01-16T14:46:24

Hey Everyone! Took awhile to put it together, but here's my review of the Adam McKay movie Don't Look Up. Didn't expect it to be this long, but I guess I had a lot to say. And warning: as usual,...

Bad Weed Trip Revisited, Constipation (The Epic Struggle) and The War on Christmas from 2021-12-26T22:25:16

Hello Everyone! I have returned with a brand new episode!

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TWID Holiday Replay 2021: The Mari Lwyd (The Ghastly Christmas Horse of Wales) from 2021-12-24T13:40:53

I’m currently working on a new episode. For now here’s another Holiday Replay!

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TWID Holiday Replay 2021: Dead Birds on Victorian Christmas Cards from 2021-12-19T22:47:37

Hey everyone! Here's another holiday replay. In this mini documentary episode, I explore the strange phenomenon or trend of dead birds being depicted on Victorian Christmas cards.

TWID Holiday Replay 2021: Krampus from 2021-12-14T22:10:44

Here’s a Christmas blast form the past; my mini audio documentary on Krampus, the creepy alpine companion of St. Nicholas.

As always…thanks for listening!

YouTube Shorts and Dislike Button, Flynn and Tenpenny Spew Radical Religious Garbage from 2021-11-29T03:18:04

This week: more corrections, my booster shot story, thoughts on YouTube shorts and the removal of the "dislike" button. Plus Michael Flynn and Sherri Tenpenny spew deranged nonsense during the R...

TWID Holiday Replay 2021: A Brief History of Thanksgiving from 2021-11-22T21:53:44

Hey, Everyone! Here's another holiday blast from the past. I give you, once again, for you're listening pleasure, the first (and so far only) Week in Doubt Thanksgiving special.

As alway...

Marilyn Manson Prayer Circle, Astroworld and Satanic Vaccines from 2021-11-14T23:20:36

This week: Marilyn Manson takes part in a prayer circle with Kanye and Justin Bieber (no, I'm not kidding), thoughts on Astroworld and a story about a Newsmax correspondent who claims covid vacc...

Thoughts on Alec Baldwin Rust Shooting plus some Corrections: Jordon Peterson, Leslie Lawrenson and Aleister Crowley from 2021-10-31T20:29:23

This week: I offer my thoughts on the accidental shooting death on the set of Rust. Also corrections regarding Jordan Peterson, Leslie Lawrenson and more. I cap the episode off by reacting to so...

TWID Halloween Replay 2021: A Brief History of Halloween from 2021-10-30T14:53:17

Hey everyone! Here’s a replay of the first ever Week in Doubt Halloween special. 

Thanks for listening and…HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 

TWID Halloween Replay 2021: The Salem Witch Trials from 2021-10-24T20:42:33

Here's a seasonally appropriate blast from the past...

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TWID Halloween Replay 2021: The Salem Witch Trials from 2021-10-24T20:42:33

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Bow and Arrow Terror Attack in Norway from 2021-10-17T13:06:31

This week: a muslim convert by the name of Espen Andersen Brathen kills 5 and wounds others in Kongsberg Norway, using a bow and arrow.

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Cenk Uygur vs Joe Rogan (Plus Unplanned Brain Droppings) from 2021-10-05T22:20:58

Not the loftiest topic I've ever covered, but nevertheless, here it is: my take on the recent twitter drama regarding Cenk Uygur's assertion that he could take Joe Rogan in a fight.

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Is THOR Fat!? (Plus ”Race Swapping”, Yea or Nay?) from 2021-09-19T22:28:33

This week: My very LONG and meandering thoughts on instances of so called "Race Swapping".

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Poll Suggests More People Believe in Satan than God, Plus Thoughts on Theodicy from 2021-09-05T15:14:47

Hey Everyone, took awhile to put this one together. I hope you enjoy it!

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TWID Short: Nevermind Baby Suing Nirvana from 2021-08-25T22:23

Apparently the the baby featured on the cover of Nirvana's legendary album "Nevermind" (now a grown man), is attempting to sue the band, claiming the image is exploitive.

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Kent Hovind Charged with Assault, Josh Feuerstein Spews Garbage, Qanon Dad Kills Kids from 2021-08-15T23:59:54

This week: Notorious young Earth creationist, Kent Hovind is charged with assault, pastrami preacher, Josh Feuerstein claims you don't need masks or vaccines if you got Jesus and a father claims...

Poopie Pastor Deals in Dog Sh*t from 2021-08-02T23:00:10

This week: Pastor Dan Burgoyne of Rolling Hills Covenant Church proves he isn't afraid to get his hands dirty...

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Christian Graduation Speech, Cenk Uygur Tweet, Residential School Mass Grave from 2021-06-05T18:05:41

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This week: the story of a Michigan high school student attempting to give a Christian graduation speech, the Young Turks' Cenk Uygur faces Twitter backlash and the tragic s...

Cannibals, Rock Stars and Other Crap (More Manson Allegations) from 2021-05-23T23:57:29

GRAPHIC CONTENT: I venture into True Crime territory with this one. I cover some new Marilyn Manson allegations and then discuss a couple of real life cannibal serial killers referenced in the a...

Richard Dawkins Stripped of Humanist of the Year Award (My Meandering Thoughts) from 2021-05-03T07:57:13

This was initially meant to be a brief single story episode, but characteristically it developed into a digression laden stream of consciousness.

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Covid Shots and Canaanites, Tucker Carlson Meltdown, Pat Robertson Makes Sense from 2021-04-25T23:13

This week: My covid shot experience, corrections and a dive into ancient history, plus Tucker Carlson and Pat Robertson clips.

As always...thanks for listening!

Creationism in Schools, Attack of the Demon-Zombies, Fox News vs Godzilla from 2021-04-12T20:24:37

This week: Arkansas State House Republicans pass bill allowing creationism to be taught in schools, Jim Bakker and a conspiracy theorist talk zombies and Fox News' Neil Cavuto complains about Go...

TWID Replay: The Reincarnation Research of Ian Stevenson from 2021-04-04T00:03:27

As promised, here's a replay of my previous episode on reincarnation.

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An Atheist Reviews SURVIVING DEATH from 2021-03-27T21:53:37

CORRECTIONS: I found a couple of errors after I had already published the episode. Near the beginning I accidentally use the word "obelisk" when I probably should have said "monolith" and near t...

Thoughts on the "Cancelling" of Gina Carano and Marilyn Manson from 2021-02-24T12:32:48

Finally a new episode! Sorry the editing took so long...

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The Penis Episode (Alex Jones, Kyle Kulinski / Andrew Yang, John Dillermand, H3H3) from 2021-02-04T00:28:30

In this irreverent episode, I comment on a series of clips and stories having to do with, well, you know...

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TWID Replay: Why are there Dead Birds on Victorian Christmas Cards? from 2020-12-24T19:44:39

Times been flying by so quickly that I almost neglected to upload some past holiday specials? Here’s a more recent one, in which I explore the strange phenomenon of dead birds on Victorian Chris...

Stimulus Deal (ANA ERUPTS at CENK), Matt Dillahunty Said What!?, Maskless Christians from 2020-12-20T18:36:28

This week: my thoughts on the impending covid-relief bill, Ana Kasparian loses it on Cenk, Matt Dillahunty says something that raises eyebrows and the story of two Christians who inconsiderately...

Monolith Madness, Joe Rogan VS John Mackey, CosmicSkeptic and Justin Brierley from 2020-12-09T16:20:43

Hey Everyone! Sorry for the delay. This one really took awhile to edit!

This week: My take on the recent monolith phenomenon, Joe Rogan vs Whole Foods founder John Mackey on the topic of...

Failed TrumpPredictions, Sam Harris Leaves IDW, Dawkins on Animal Ethics, Baby Yoda Canceled from 2020-11-25T23:10:31

Hey Everyone, sorry for the delay but here's the latest episode. This week: brief thoughts on the Euthyphro Dilemma, Failed Trump Predictions, Sam Harris distances himself from the Intellectual ...

Thoughts on the 2020 Presidential Election (and personal anecdotes) from 2020-11-13T16:41:28

The title says it all. As always...thanks for listening!

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Post-Halloween Show: Gay Ghosts, War on Christmas, Mundane Costumes from 2020-11-01T21:51:08

Hey everyone, here's a post-halloween show fresh off the presses. In this episode we have the story of a religious bigot who thinks gay people are possessed by ghosts, Fox News' Jeanine Pirro ge...

Rum-Fueled Thoughts on Road Rage and Borat 2 from 2020-10-25T18:08:04

Here's one of my unscripted "ranty" episodes. Hope you dig it...

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Creepy Jesus Painting, No Love No Tacos, Fetus Cocktails from 2020-10-19T10:16:26

Hey everyone! Here's a news story episode to make up for all the recent scripted content. 

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Raised by Wolves Season Finale Review (YouTube edit with corrections) from 2020-10-17T17:50:25

Hey everyone, sorry if this episode seems a bit redundant; I noticed some errors while editing the YouTube version, so I figured I'd release a corrected audio version as well.

I'll be re...

An Atheist Reviews the RAISED BY WOLVES Season Finale from 2020-10-11T21:04:33

Took me a while, but here it is. I absolutely loved the first season and the finale blew my mind. 

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An Atheist Reviews RAISED BY WOLVES from 2020-09-26T17:04:27

Sorry for the delay! Here's a review of a great show I'm currently watching: Raised by Wolves. It explores the clash between science and religion / atheism and faith.

Hope you ...

Scott Adams...AGAIN!, Anti-Gay Church-Leader Gets Covid, 3D Printed Meat and TV Reviews from 2020-09-13T19:13:23

CORRECTION: The last section of the show was unscripted and I realized after the fact, that while talking about the Roman invasion of Britain, I had accidentally referred to the 4th decade of th...

Scott Adams' Biden-Harris "Satanic Coincidences" Shtick from 2020-09-08T22:58:17

I know I broke with the format, but nevertheless, here's this month's first episode.

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Salvaged CRAP-CAST: Reaction to Sam Harris vs Scott Adams and other Junk from 2020-09-07T16:11:43

Better late than never; here's last month's final episode. Sorry for the wait. Editing this epically long failed screen recording was a herculean task.

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Nietzsche, Dionysus and the Turin Horse from 2020-08-29T22:51:13

Here's this month's documentary special! I hope you enjoy it.

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Anti-Gay Graffiti, Atheist Rocks, Trump vs The Post Office, Shapiro WAP and More! from 2020-08-16T21:59:30

Hey Everyone, this week's episode is chock-full! I hope you enjoy it!

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TWID: News, Politics, Science and Pop Culture from 2020-08-09T19:32:10

Hey, Everyone! Sorry for the recent lack of content. In an attempt to breathe new life into the show, I'm introducing an all new format with today's episode.

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Show Update and Thoughts on the Passing of Michael Brooks from 2020-07-20T23:04:47

A last minute repsonse to the sudden passing of Michael Brooks.

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Cop Drops the C-word, Abortion Stories, Rogan's Friends Get Covid and Tucker Carlson Goes on "Vacation" from 2020-07-14T22:05:54

Sorry for yet another delayed release. For those of you who prefer unscripted episodes...here you go!

As always...thanks for listening.

Atheist YouTubers and Race, Brett Weinstein vs Dave Rubin, Rogan and Colion Noir on BLM from 2020-07-04T00:39:51

Hey Everyone, Sorry for the delay. 

In this episode: Listener Feedback, a clip of Brett Weinstein commenting on Dave Rubin, Joe Rogan guest Colion Noir chimes in on Black Lives Matter an...

Thoughts on Dave Chappelle, Black Lives Matter and REALLY Bad Muslim Dads from 2020-06-19T23:26:36

Sorry for the delay. Here's the latest episode...fresh off the presses!

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Thoughts on Law Enforcement and Catholic Brain Surgeon Says "Covid-19 is Atheism Gone Viral" from 2020-06-07T21:46:35

This week: thoughts on law enforcement in the wake of the Death of George Floyd and my response to a Patheos article.

As always...thanks for listening!

Listener Feedback: Prayer, Trump vs Twitter, I have a Meltdown and Other Crap... from 2020-05-31T21:14:04

This week: some listener feedback, I get really pissed while discussing politics, and thoughts on Trump and Twitter.

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Trump Deems Houses of Worship "Essential" (mp3 version) from 2020-05-24T13:57:33

Hey everyone, here's an alternate version of the most recent episode, for listeners who require the mp3 format for playback.

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Trump Deems Houses of Worship "Essential" (An Atheist Responds) from 2020-05-23T22:33:47

An unplanned episode in response to and inspired by Trump's recent address concerning "places of worship".

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357 - Lockdown Extravaganza: Anecdotes, Musings, Star Trek, Super Robots and More! from 2020-05-10T20:28:31

This week: I discuss what I've been watching during the ongoing covid-19 lockdown.

As always...thanks for listening!

Topics include: The Hunt, Star Trek, Super Robots, ...

Anecdotes, Atheist News Stories and Bill Maher on Animals from 2020-05-03T22:55:07

Been trying to make the best out of the downtime afforded me by this recent pandemic; so here's a long-ass bonus episode.

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The Lost Demogorgon Episode from 2020-04-30T20:10:06

With all this pandemic induced downtime on my hands, I plan on increasing my content output. Lookout for a couple of new episodes over the weekend. For now here's a long overdue edit of a past e...

Zoophytes and the Vegetable Lamb of Tartary from 2020-04-25T21:27:45

Another one of my strange little documentary episodes...this might be the weirdest so far.

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And Then My Dog Died... from 2020-04-13T03:05:08

Hey everyone, here's a 3hr long unscripted episode. The lion's share is dedicated to the recent loss of my dog, but there's also some atheistic digressions.

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More Corona-crap, Theodicy, and Thoughts on James Aspey from 2020-03-29T18:58:52

Hey everyone, here's another episode to help you get through the zombie apocalypse!

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Shopping Excursion, Microtubules and Consciousness and Corona Creeps Peddling Snake Oil from 2020-03-18T20:36:21

Sorry it's so late! In this episode I share my personal thoughts and experiences regarding the coronavirus crisis. I also discuss Alex Jones and Jim Bakker's attempts to cash in on the crisis by...

A VERY longwinded response to a Jordan Peterson Clip from 2020-03-07T20:52:47

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Richard Dawkins and Eugenics from 2020-02-22T00:09:31

This week: my response to the controversy surrounding Richard Dawkin's recent eugenics tweet.

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Pop Culture and News Stories! from 2020-02-18T23:28:15

Sorry this one's so late!

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TWID Replay: A Brief History of Saint Valentine from 2020-02-14T16:48:12

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Hellmouth (a brief documentary) from 2020-02-10T23:23:52

Here's a mini-doc on one of my favorite subjects from art history.

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Religious Human Trafficking and Paula White's Satanic Abortions from 2020-02-02T17:46:22

Here's a relatively short news story episode.  

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Further Thoughts on Animal Welfare (Response to The Game Changers, Dominion and Earthlings) from 2020-01-25T01:36:05

Sorry for the delay! Here's the latest episode!

As always...thanks for listening...and for your patience!

Musings on Animal Welfare, Charlie Hebdo and Ricky Gervais Monologue from 2020-01-12T00:41:58

In this unscripted episode I discuss the anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo shooting, Ricky Gervais' Golden Globes monologue and animal welfare.

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Racist Councilman, Another Church Coverup, Mystery Drones and More! from 2020-01-05T00:18:20

News Stories!

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Mari Lwyd (The Ghastly Christmas Horse of Wales) from 2019-12-29T23:25:02

Meant to do a holiday special on this one last year. Better late than never!

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TWID Christmas Replay: Victorian Birds from 2019-12-25T13:32:57

Happy Christmas!!!

Arthur Schopenhauer (audio documentary) from 2019-12-23T22:31:15

Here's a special bonus episode on German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer!

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TWID Christmas Replay: Krampus from 2019-12-22T23:13:07

Will be recording a new episode tomorrow. For now, here's a Holiday repeat!!!

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David Silverman Accused...Again. from 2019-12-14T21:32:54

More David Silverman drama. This time the allegations come from the woman from the old viral Wolf Blitzer "Atheist clip".

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The Mandalorian (A Review) from 2019-12-03T23:29:12

And now for something completely different: a review of the Mandalorian!!!

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343: Christian Chicken (Chick-fil-A) and Satan vs Trump from 2019-11-24T20:12:52

This week: News stories! - Chick-fil-A in the news...again and Evangelical says criticism of Trump comes from Satan.

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from 2019-11-10T21:49:20

This week: an inflammatory Richard Spencer clip and Ben Shapiro pans John Lennon's "Imagine".

The David Silverman Thing...again. (excerpt from episode 341) from 2019-10-27T15:44:06

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341 - Unscripted Ramblings and the David Silverman Thing...again. from 2019-10-27T15:22:37

Rambling digressions on my health, my diet and my dog, plus another excursion into the David Silverman controversy.

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339 - Forced Baptism and Christianity in the Courtroom (Amber Guyger trial) from 2019-10-06T19:52:30

News stories!!!

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338 - Politish*t, David Silverman Update, Dinesh D'Souza on Thunberg and Jordan Peterson in Rehab from 2019-09-29T22:30:43

Sorry it's late, but here's episode 338!

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337 - Brad Pitt on Atheism, David Silverman Responds and Anti-dog Pastor from 2019-09-22T16:35:24

This week's topics: my response to a Patheos article regarding Brad Pitt, David Silverman's response to sexual misconduct allegations and the story of a detestable pastor who promotes killing do...

Docetism (A Gnostic Audio Documentary) from 2019-09-16T18:03:02

Sorry it took so long. Here it is!

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Tucker Carlson Says Something Stupid, Harry Potter Ban and Interracial Marriage Story from 2019-09-07T23:43:15

News stories!

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Response to TYT: Scientology (Remini and Moss) from 2019-09-01T19:31:38

In this week's episode I respond to a TYT clip regarding Scientology, Leah Remini, Elisabeth Moss and religion in general.

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334: Migraines and Depression, Deedee Megadoodoo and Hasan Piker Controversy from 2019-08-25T00:29:34

This week: personal health update, Deedee Megadodo gaffe and the recent Hasan Piker controversy.

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TWID Replay: Was Jesus a Mushroom!? from 2019-08-14T08:36:14

Just finished re-uploading the YouTube version, so I figured I'd re-release it in the feed as well :)

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332: Epstein, Gnostic Clarifications, NDT Tweet and More! from 2019-08-10T19:23:08

This week: an unscripted news story episode!

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TWID Replay: The Secret World of the Gnostics from 2019-07-28T21:13:11

Made a liar out of myself again! Had to buy time so here's a repeat. Had to listen to this one again anyway for the doc I'm putting the finishing touches on.

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331: NonSequitur Show Follow-Up from 2019-07-20T23:47:28

A follow-up regarding the Non Sequitur Show and surrounding drama. 

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330: Dawkins' New Book, Computing Forever, Rogan and Watts from 2019-07-12T19:10:05

This week: personal updates, a follow up to last week's episode, Dawkins' new book and Joe Rogan and Reggie Watts on the universe.

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329: A VERY Longwinded Response to Computing Forever’s “Rediscovering My Faith”… from 2019-07-05T21:44:06

In this episode I respond to a video by a right leaning atheist who returns to Christianity.

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327: Copyright Strike and Adpocalypse 3 from 2019-06-08T20:43:50

Another journey into the wonderful world of YouTube!

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Hitchens, Falwell, Vox and Respect for the Dead... from 2019-06-02T13:51:24

A moment from a recent Vox interview with Sam Harris leads me to revisit Hitchens and his antagonistic relationship with Jerry Falwell.

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326: The Prodigy and Game of Thrones reviews, Stefan Molyneux says Atheism is "Dangerous", Face Mites! from 2019-05-26T00:30:33

This week: a couple of brief reviews, a Stefan Molyneux tweet and the fascinating (and terrifying) "face mite".

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My YouTube Channel was Demonetized from 2019-04-27T13:13:24

The harrowing tale of my recent demonetization...

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TWID Replay: A Belated Repeat of The Week in Doubt Easter Special from 2019-04-24T20:56:21

Originally published back in 2014!

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323: Body Issues, Real Time (Pence Vs Booty-Judge), Jesus of Notre Dame and 42000 Year old Baby Horse from 2019-04-18T21:27:44

Some embarrassing personal anecdotes and a bevy of news stories!

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Jordan Peterson and Vikings on Mushrooms from 2019-04-13T19:05:51

Had a lot fun working on this one...

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Scientists, Physicians and Philosophers (What Percent are Atheists?) from 2019-04-05T17:58:42

This week: a look at the religiosity (or lack thereof) among people of science.

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Internet Controversies: Rogan vs Slate and Brie Larson / Captain Marvel from 2019-03-29T14:16:08

This week: something a little different; I take a look at a couple of internet controversies that have caught my attention.

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A Ghost in a Local Supermarket!? from 2019-03-23T20:55:08

Here's a short episode about a local ghost sighting!

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Physicist Says Atheism is Inconsistent with the Scientific Method from 2019-03-23T13:19:54

My response to a Scientific American article.

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TWID Replay: A Brief History of Saint Patrick (2019 Edit) from 2019-03-17T14:33:58

I finally turned down those screeching violins everyone was complaining about...

Happy Saint Patrick's Day!

Thoughts on New Zealand Shooting, Animal welfare and Destiny vs Doug TenNapel from 2019-03-16T21:07:32

Way too tired to write a description but I hope you enjoy this bonus episode...

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Aleister Crowley (Documentary with readings from The Confessions) from 2019-03-12T13:34:40

Wow! What an undertaking. Wasn't sure I'd ever finish it, but here it is...

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Crowley Update and Rick Wiles Mark of the Beast from 2019-03-03T21:00:14

This week: an impromptu episode while I continue to work on an upcoming documentary.

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Joe Rogan vs Alex Jones (the fight gets ugly) from 2019-02-22T23:41:17

Here's an extra unscripted episode...

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A Star is Born is SATANIC!? from 2019-02-21T18:16:14

CORRECTION: I accidentally say last year's Super Bowl Half Time Show. It was the year before (2017).

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314 - Mercedes Carrera Update, Chris Pratt vs Ellen Page, Ketamine Spray and Tom Brady's Witch Wife from 2019-02-16T20:03:08

News stories!

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TWID Replay: Valentine's Special from 2019-02-11T20:52:18

A repeat of last year's Valentine's Day special (A Brief History of Saint Valentine).

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God on Trial? from 2019-02-09T21:02:23

Did Rabbis in Auschwitz really put God on trial?

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313 - Mercedes Carrera, Liam Neeson and Catholic Sex Slave Scandal from 2019-02-08T22:29:02

An unscripted mess of a show, but hopefully it still proves entertaining.

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Drunken Peasants vs Doug TenNapel on Religion from 2019-02-03T12:42:15

My response to Doug TenNapel's clash with Benpai on religion.

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Right Wing Roundup: Jim Bakker, Rick Wiles and more. from 2019-01-24T22:03:11

This week: Some clips that give us a look into the maw of Right Wing Christian madness.

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Gillette Ad Controversy (Bonus Show Preview) from 2019-01-19T22:52:06

A little something extra this week: my thoughts on the whole Gillette controversy.

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Was Jesus Really a Carpenter? from 2019-01-15T23:35:02

A brief look at the Greek word "tekton" and what it implies about Jesus' profession.

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A Brief Update Regarding Podbean and Upcoming Content from 2019-01-11T17:50:26

Just brief a heads up...

311 - Christian Bale Thanks Satan! from 2019-01-09T22:10:22

Just a fun little story involving actor Christian Bale and the Devil.

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World Hijab Day (A response to a Seth Andrews Tweet) from 2019-01-05T20:13:45

Thoughts on #WorldHijabDay.

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Why are there Dead Birds on Victorian Christmas Cards? from 2018-12-31T16:52:53

A belated Christmas special...

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309 - Trashing Jesus and being a Sh*tty Interviewer from 2018-12-29T14:35:59

The joys of listener/online feedback!!! 

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TWID Replay: Who is Krampus!? from 2018-12-24T17:39:14

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308 - Neil deGrasse Tyson Clarification and Patreon Controversy from 2018-12-22T13:58:04

This week, a follow up to the NDT story and my thoughts on the recent Patreon controversy.

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Epic interview with Seamus from The Free Thought Prophet: The Occult, Skepticism, Politics and more! from 2018-12-15T15:37:33

If you like long episodes, here ya go! This one's roughly 3 hours.

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Neil deGrasse Tyson responds to Sexual Assault Allegations (TYT Mischaracterizes Patheos) from 2018-12-09T18:52:15

The title says it all. Sorry for the delay!

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The Spirituality of David Bowie from 2018-12-02T02:37:34

A special episode about David Bowie's spiritual beliefs...why not!?

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US Missionary Killed by Remote Tribe (Chau vs the Sentinelese) from 2018-11-25T20:59:49

My thoughts on the case of John Allen Chau.

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Response to Peter Singer and Andy Bannister's Debate on Theodicy (Excerpt from Ep. 306) from 2018-11-23T22:58:30

An excerpt from episode 306, for those of you who would rather jump right to the main topic. 

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306 - Baphomet...again, Negative Feedback and Peter Singer and Andy Bannister on Theodicy from 2018-11-23T01:15:21

Happy Turkey Day! Here's this week's episode.

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What's Coming up on the Show (Not So Secret Show Preview) from 2018-11-17T19:14:04

My thoughts on the Baphomet episode and upcoming topics.

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Baphomet: A Not So Brief History from 2018-11-15T23:33:21

It's finally done! Here's that Baphomet documentary I've been promising.

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The Satanic Temple Suing Netflix from 2018-11-04T18:49:29

This was supposed to be a short "News Byte" episode...(shrug).

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305 - Last Minute Halloween Special! from 2018-10-31T22:49:37

Christian Pastor warns against celebrating Halloween and off the cuff review of Lore.

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304 - Noel Plum vs Jordan Peterson, Ireland's Blasphemy Laws, Fake Dead Sea Scrolls from 2018-10-27T13:48:51

This week: a Noel Plum clip and news stories!

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De Loys' Ape from 2018-10-18T21:42:05

In this strange detour into the world of cryptozoology we take a look at De Loys' Ape.

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TWID News Byte: 8 Year Old Girl Finds 1000 Year Old Sword! from 2018-10-06T21:24:56

The story of Saga Vanecek, the 8 year old girl who discovered an ancient sword in Sweden.

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303 - Brett Kavanaugh, Kyrie Irving's Flat Earth Apology and Tucker Carlson's "Atheist Theocracy" from 2018-10-05T20:31:29

This week: Brett Kavanaugh's UB40 bar fight, Kyrie Irving's flat earth apology and more...

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302 - Attempting to Steel Man Christianity and the Story of Boarphomet! from 2018-09-29T21:00:20

This week: a correction, a possibly failed attempt at steel manning and the story of a pig named "Boarphomet".

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TWID News Byte: Cephalopods on Ecstasy from 2018-09-22T22:25

A special "News Byte" episode about the effects of MDMA on octopi!

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301 - The Trials and Tribulations of being an Atheist Content Creator from 2018-09-20T09:32:57

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Episode 300! The Inaugural Episode Revisited from 2018-09-12T18:32:34

In this very special episode of The Week in Doubt, I return back to where it all began: Episode 1!!!

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299 - Gay no More, Bakker Buckets and Aussie Fundies from 2018-09-08T15:31:58

This week: news stories from Patheos' Freindly Atheist channel!

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The Ongoing Problem of Sexual Abuse in the Catholic Church from 2018-08-31T19:54:19

This week, I finally tackle the recent sexual abuse scandal involving the Catholic Church.

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Thoughts on Asia Argento and Jimmy Bennett (Bonus Show Preview) from 2018-08-24T18:21:06

Here's a bonus preview of The Not So Secret Show. 

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Response to Magog and Drunken Peasants Regarding Anneliese Michel from 2018-08-22T18:26:06

This week: a response regarding the tragic story of Anneliese Michel.

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296 - News Stories: Alex Jones BANNED and Face Transplant Story from 2018-08-17T15:20:35

This week: a couple of off topic news stories.

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A Curious Graffito: Alexamenos and his God from 2018-08-11T11:52:41

This week: a special documentary episode dealing with an ancient and blasphemous graffito.

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294 - Jordan Peterson, Incels and Forced Monogamy from 2018-08-04T22:05:23

Another attempted journey into the strange mind of Jordan Peterson.

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Ezekiel 23:20 or The Trouble with Donkey Dong from 2018-07-28T10:33:43

Short but sweet. This week I tackle a racy Bible verse.

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The Week in Doubt (OFF TOPIC): Tattooed Man has Genitals Removed from 2018-07-23T19:07:56

The Week in Doubt, OFF TOPIC, episode 1!!!

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292: They Call Me The Seeker (listener feedback and the Shroud of Turin...again) from 2018-07-21T12:21:22

This week: a response to a youtube comment and a Livescience story about the Shroud of Turin.

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Responding to NonSequitur Show Flat Earth Clips, Part Three: Aron Ra VS Jeranism from 2018-07-13T19:08:37

Alas, finally, the end is in sight. Here is episode 291 part two, part three.

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Responding to NonSequitur Show Flat Earth Clips, Part Two: Nathan Thompson from 2018-07-06T17:31:39

Proving that there is no God; epsiode 291 continues...

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Dave Daubenmire's Butt Stuff Meltdown from 2018-06-29T22:21:57

Right wing religious activist David Daubenmire, yells at us about butt sex.

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Responding to NonSequitur Show Flat Earth Clips, Part One: Wotan from 2018-06-24T02:58:32

So apparently 291 is the episode that never ends. I'm breaking "part two" into 3 parts. In each part I'll tackle a different flat earth episode from the NonSequitur Show.

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Listener Feedback: Why I'm an Agnostic Atheist from 2018-06-17T13:51:07

This was originally supposed to be a brief listener feedback segment, but characteristically I got a bit long-winded; so i'm calling this "part one" of episode 291 and "part two" will be release...

290 - Thoughts on Kate Spade, Anthony Bourdain and Depression from 2018-06-08T21:40:24

My reaction to the recent loss of Kate spade and Anthony Bourdain; as well as musings and anecdotes concerning depression.

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289 - Trump pardons D'Souza, Ehrman vs Wallace Mark Fragment and Roseanne Twitter Controversy from 2018-06-03T02:37:57

This week: Donald Trump pardons Dinesh D'Souza, the case of a false claim regarding an ancient manuscript and the recent Roseanne controversy.

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288: Childish Gambino, Anti-Video Game Pastor and C*m Cake from 2018-05-26T19:20:48

This week: A listener asks me to provide an analysis of Childish Gambino's "This is America", a clip of a 22 year old pastor and the story of the notorious "c*m cake".

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A Brief History of Saint Valentine from 2018-05-19T00:57:22

I know, February's long gone, but nevertheless, here's that belated Valentine documentary.  

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Response to David Pakman and Jordan Peterson from 2018-05-10T18:37:02

Sorry I was so late getting this one out! The editing took forever.

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285 - Demonic Funtime! (Thoughts on William Friedkin Documentary) from 2018-05-01T20:34:28

A friend sent me a link to a huffpost article about a new documentary by Exorcist director, William Friedkin. I read said article and offer my thoughts.

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Allison Mack Sex Cult Scandal (Edit) from 2018-05-01T20:28:34

A streamlined edited version of the recent Allison Mack bonus episode.

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TWID Replay: The Abominable Fancy (Christian Schadenfreude) from 2018-04-29T03:24:39

Still temporarily unable to upload, so here's a blast from the past for now.

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TWID Replay: The Founding Fathers on Religion from 2018-04-26T09:54:46

Exceeded my "disk quota" for the month and thusly couldn't upload the newest episode that I recorded, so here's a repeat in its stead.

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TWID Extra: The Allison Mack Sex Cult Scandal from 2018-04-21T22:37:24

Already released an episode this week, but I couldn't resist covering this story.

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284 - The David Silverman Scandal from 2018-04-19T21:08:38

This week: my take on the recent allegations against former American Atheists president David Sliverman.

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Patreon Bonus Show Preview: Beef&Rice Superstar from 2018-04-14T23:00:48

The Not So Secret Show episode whatever: Corrections, Jesus Christ Superstar and other stuff...

An Atheist Reviews Godspell and Jesus Christ Superstar from 2018-04-13T19:24:14

After watching both films I felt inspired to make a review; so here it is!

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283: Synthetic Pork, Shroud of Turin and Satanic Ice Cream from 2018-04-06T23:28:07

News stories!!!

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TWID Replay: Easter Audio Documentary from 2018-04-01T04:58:42

Here’s an old TWID Easter Special. Thanks for listening!

281 - Women and the Empty Tomb from 2018-03-30T22:51:59

Easter musings on the role of women in the empty tomb accounts.

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281 - Lawrence Krauss vs Cristina Rad, Demonic Hawking and Atheist Bullies from 2018-03-21T20:16:38

This week: the Krauss controversy continues, Fundie says Hawking was kept alive by demonic forces and Fox News "atheist bullies" story.

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280 - Saint Patrick Controversy, Stephen Hawking's Passing and More... from 2018-03-16T23:47:32

Listener feedback and news stories...

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TWID Replay: A Brief History of Saint Patrick from 2018-03-15T21:27:32

279 - Does Jordan Peterson Believe in God? from 2018-03-09T22:00:52

My response to a couple of Jordan B Peterson clips.

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Patreon Leftovers: The Not so Secret Show #1 from 2018-03-03T20:41:03

Stale but hopefully still fit for consumption...

278 - AR-15 Blessing and Horrible Meth Story from 2018-03-02T22:45:27

This week: the followers of Sun Myung Moon hold AR-15 blessing ceremony and the horrible story of a meth casualty.

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277 - Krampus, Billy Graham, Philip DeFranco and Dinesh D'Souza Walk into a Bar from 2018-02-23T17:18:55

News Stories and other crap...

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276 - Sam Harris vs Russell Brand and the NRA from 2018-02-17T00:55:16

My thoughts on some recent media involving Sam Harris.

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275 - A Response to Jordan Peterson and Ben Shapiro Regarding Sam Harris from 2018-02-08T19:39:45

This week I respond to an episode of the Rubin Report in which Jordan Peterson and Ben Shapiro discuss Sam Harris.

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The Not so Secret Show #1: Release the Kratom! (preview only) from 2018-02-05T23:00:42

A free preview of a new Patreon bonus content series. Thanks everyone!

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274 - Sympathy for Phylax and other Satanic News Stories from 2018-02-02T20:58:55

This week: a veritable slew of Satanic news stories!

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273 - Into the Flat Earth Fray! Again... from 2018-01-27T23:43:20

A follow up to last week's Flat Earth meltdown.

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272 - Phil's Flat Earth Meltdown!!! from 2018-01-20T20:39:47

That feeling when you've had to deal with one too many conspiracy theorists...

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271 - The Jesus before Jesus, TYT&Paula White, Bill Donohue from 2018-01-11T22:33:13

Interview w/ The Free Thought Prophet: Atheism, Mythicism and More from 2018-01-08T08:35:07

Apologies in advance for the poor audio quality on my end. John and Seamus from The Free Thought Prophet podcast were nice enough to join me for episode 270. Thanks guys!

265 - Nietzsche and Eternal Recurrence: Part Two from 2017-12-02T17:00:12

A follow up to a previous epsiuode in which I discuss Nietzsche and "eternal recurrence"

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264: Is Levitation BULLSH*T? from 2017-11-26T06:25:20

Finally! Here's that episode on levitation, I promised!

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TWID Replay: A Brief History of Thanksgiving from 2017-11-23T14:31:11

263 - Hollywood Sex Scandals (A Longwinded Response to The Amazing Atheist) from 2017-11-20T15:54:09

This week's episode has very little to do with Atheism; other than the fact I'm replying to TJ Kirk (The Amazing Atheist).

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262 - Roy Moore Scandal and MY FAVORITE YOUTUBERS!!! from 2017-11-11T23:00:39

This week I briefly discuss the recent scandal involving former Judge Roy Moore and then go on to offer a list of my favorite Youtubers.

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261 - Right Wing Pastors and Satanic Temple Billboard from 2017-11-09T00:15:26

Sorry for the delay. Recorded this one over the weekend but dragged my feet on the editing.

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Halloween Unscripted from 2017-10-31T21:22:03

A last minute unscripted Halloween episode!!!

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260 - Texas Air Force Atheists! from 2017-10-26T23:49:54

Listener feedback and the story of a secular/humanist Air Force group.

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Halloween Special 2017: The Necronomicon from 2017-10-21T21:58:20

Here's this year's Halloween special! This one took alot of work; i hope you enjoy it! :)

As always...thanks for listening!

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TWID Replay: Salem Witch Trials from 2017-10-14T22:17:52

‘‘Tis the Halloween season, so time to start rereleasing previous Halloween episodes :)

259 - Pazuzu and Mythcon from 2017-10-14T00:29:32

This week: Everything you ever wanted to know about Pazuzu and my thoughts on the Mythcon debacle.

As always...thanks for listening!

258 - U.S. Votes No on UN Resolution against Death Penalty for Gays from 2017-10-05T21:04:32

Yes it's true. The United States voted no on a UN resolution seeking to ban the death penalty for homosexuality, blasphemy and adultery.

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257 - Corrections, Saudi Driving Ban, Hurricane Maria, Rollins and Ventura from 2017-10-02T01:35:16

This week: corrections and assorted topics.

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Hurricane Maria Disaster Relief from 2017-09-28T17:20:37

I read the personal story of a listener affected by the devastation of Hurricane Maria.

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TWID Replay: episode 120 - The Great Disappointment and other Failed End Times Predictions from 2017-09-25T23:57:59

It's the END OF THE WORLD!!! Doomsday 2017 from 2017-09-23T17:20:16

My response to the most recent doomsday prediction and also musings on the comic book/tv series Preacher.

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255 - Rock You Like an Anti LGBTQ Hurricane from 2017-09-17T02:57:37

This week: my response to Kirk Cameron and the Benham brothers, regarding the recent hurricanes.

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Response to Sam Harris and Douglas Murray: Identity Politics and Race from 2017-09-09T02:30:30

This week: my thoughts on some recent drama surrounding a Sam Harris tweet.

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253 - Joel Osteen Hurricane Harvey Controversy from 2017-09-01T14:22:53

This week I tackle the recent controversy surrounding Joel Osteen's response to Hurricane Harvey.

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252 - Tim Allen Tweet and Faneuil Hall / Crispus Attucks Controversy from 2017-08-23T18:20:53

This week: News Stories!!!

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Response to Laura Ingraham and Richard Dawkins from 2017-08-15T17:34:13

My thoughts on Richard Dawkin's recent Fox News appearance.

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Touring MorgueOfficial's Channel (Response to Hyperianism) from 2017-08-10T14:21:21

Another failed attempt at recording myself with OBS. Hopefully you will nevertheless, still find this episode entertaining or edifying.

Response to Salon: "New Atheism" and the Alt Right from 2017-08-03T19:36:11

My recent unscripted response to a recent Salon article.

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Dawkins Deplatformed (Berkley Event Canceled) from 2017-07-28T21:38:02

This week: my thoughts on Richard Dawkins being "deplatformed".

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Defending Richard Dawkins: Response to a Count Jackula Livestream from 2017-07-23T12:47:03

My commentary on a clip from a recent youtube livestream.

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Response to Dave Rubin, Dennis Prager and Michael Shermer: Part Two from 2017-07-18T00:27:27

Part two of my response to a recent Rubin Report Episode.

Response to Dave Rubin, Dennis Prager and Michael Shermer from 2017-07-11T06:56:17

Audio from a relatively impromptu response video that I recently published...

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245: Busting Breatharianism from 2017-07-05T09:54:50

This week; a look at the dangerous and delusional practice known as "breatharianism".

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244 - Listener Feedback: Reza Aslan, Nietzsche and Chimeras from 2017-06-28T22:37:07

Another round of listener feedback!

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243 - The Huffington Post, Political Correctness and Islam from 2017-06-21T23:08:43

A last minute episode in response to a Huff Post article.

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242 - Nietzsche and Eternal Recurrence from 2017-06-17T00:04:42

This week I tackle the concept of eternal recurrence.

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241 - In Defense of Bill Maher from 2017-06-06T22:57:09

My response to the recent scandal surrounding Real Time host, Bill Maher.

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240 - Tucker Carlson vs Dan Barker from 2017-06-03T23:26

Audio from a recent youtube upload...

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Patreon BONUS SHOW preview (EXPLICIT CONTENT, BEWARE) from 2017-05-28T13:32:38

Probably won't share these Patreon episodes publically very often, but I wanted to offer my regualr listeners a taste of the Bonus Show...

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239 - The Most Hated Woman in America from 2017-05-27T16:43:55

A look at the controversial atheist activist, Madalyn Murray O'hair.

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238 - Kirlian Photography from 2017-05-21T15:40:52

This week; a look at the phenomenon of Kirlian photography.

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237 - Captives of Scientology from 2017-05-13T19:06:32

This week: two disturbing stories regarding Scientology. One involves the tragic death of Lisa McPherson.

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236 - Stephen Fry Investigated for Blasphemy from 2017-05-07T21:40:07

This week i take a look at a recent story concerning actor Stephen Fry. Fry may be under investigation for comments he made concerning God back in 2015.

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235 - The Documentary Hypothesis from 2017-04-27T23:23:30

A follow up to last week's episode, in which I take an indepth look at the so called "documentary hypothesis".

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234: More Listener Feedback and Doublets from 2017-04-23T04:15:32

Yet more listener feedback and a closer look at "doublets".

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233: Listener Feedback and American Atheists from 2017-04-16T22:52:53

This week I read some show reviews and discuss a patheos article regarding American atheists.

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TWID Replay: 2014 Easter Special from 2017-04-13T11:39:13

A Reading from My Book from 2017-04-09T00:56:39

Here's a taste of that damn book I've repeatedly mentioned over the years.

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232 Denouncing #HangAyazNizami from 2017-04-04T16:55

This week I look at the disturbing story of death threats issued at an Atheist blogger.

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Response to Dennis Prager: Morality without God from 2017-03-31T00:12:56

Title says it all...

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230 - Response to Joe Rogan and Michael Shermer (Flat Earth / Uploading Consciousness) from 2017-03-25T13:41:37

This week I offer my commentary on yet another Joe Rogan clip...

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Joe Rogan and The Amazing Atheist Discuss The Exorcist from 2017-03-19T20:59:21

My commentary on a recent interview Joe Rogan did with The Amazing Atheist.

TWID Replay: A Brief History of St. Patrick from 2017-03-17T14:18:56

A special holiday repeat. Happy St. Paddy's Day!

228 - Beauty and the Beast is Wicked Gay... from 2017-03-10T23:34:47

This week I take a look at the anti-gay controversy surrounding Beauty and the Beast.

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227: The Not Flat Earth, Animal Cruelty Abroad and Jewish Cemeteries from 2017-03-04T20:45:59

This week I riff on the news: Stories include: Kyrie Irving and the flat earth theory, animals killed at zoos and desecration of Jewish cemeteries. 

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226 - Thoughts on Milo Yiannopoulos and Richard B. Spencer from 2017-02-25T22:25

This week I go back on my word and discuss some social/political issues.

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TWID Replay: 174 Joe Rogan and Milo Yiannopoulos from 2017-02-23T15:48:02

A repeat to help prime everyone for the next episode.

225 - Ken Ham, Dinosaurs and Giants...ARE YOU NOT ENTERTAINED!? from 2017-02-18T14:57:52

Ken Ham tweeted a pic of a new diorama depicting giants and dinosaurs locked in gladiatorial style combat...

224 - The Young Turks vs Marilyn Manson (My Response) from 2017-02-16T20:36:09

Now for something completely different. Kind of taking a break from the usual format this week...

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223 - Jordan Peterson Revisited (Life, Death and Mythology) from 2017-02-12T12:26:50

A follow up to a response I published to Jordan Peterson's recent conversation with Sam Harris.

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222 - Quebec Shooting, Trump Immigration Ban and SEXY ASMR! from 2017-02-05T19:16:19

This week: News stories and other assorted junk...

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221 - What is True?: Response to Sam Harris and Jordan Peterson from 2017-01-29T02:18:59

My thoughts on Sam Harris' recent conversation with Jordan Peterson.

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220 - Trump Inauguration, ISIS Erasing History...Again, Chris in the Morning from 2017-01-21T22:38:24

My thoughts on the Trump Inauguration, ISIS destroys more cultural artifacts and at last, another Chris in the Morning reading.

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Episode 219 (EDIT) - The Reincarnation Research of Ian Stevenson from 2017-01-16T17:29:28

So I did a couple of minor edits: I Fixed the point at which the audio goes silent for a couple of seconds due to a processing error and I also corrected a quote from Philosopher of Religion, Le...

219 - The Reincarnation Research of Ian Stevenson from 2017-01-15T21:34:31

This week I take a look at the reincarnation research of the late Ian Stevenson.

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218 - WAS JESUS A MUSHROOM? from 2017-01-08T00:03:01

This week I take a look at a fringe theory that suggests Christianity started out as a mushroom fertility cult.

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217 - Graham Hancock, Richard Dawkins and the Afterlife from 2017-01-01T14:33:19

My response to Grahahm Hancock's comments on Richard Dawkins.

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Depression, Headaches and the Comedic Stylings of Richard Dawkins and Sam Harris from 2016-12-21T19:06:26

Here's episode 216...sorry for the delay!!!

The Yule Goat (2016 TWID Holiday Special) from 2016-12-13T01:09:40

Sorry for the delay! Here's a brief audio documentary about the Yule Goat.

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215 - Trump and Right Wing Christianity, TYT and Islam from 2016-12-04T20:46:10

News Stories!: Rick Joyner compares Trump to Apostles, Pastor speaks in tongues, Trump appoints cabinet member with ties to Intelligent Design. Also TYT clip.

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A Brief History of Thanksgiving from 2016-11-24T20:16:20

I know I'm cutting it close with this one. I wanted to get it out before the holiday passed us by; thusly no bells and whistles.

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214 - Serotonin Lesson, Michele Bachmann Prayer, Mike Pence on Evolution from 2016-11-16T15:53:36

This week: a couple of quick corrections and some news stories.

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Ep 213 - 2016 Presidential Election Reaction (and assorted Digressions) from 2016-11-13T23:47:19

Buckle up and settle in...it's a long one.

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212 - Voice of Doom, Feminist Muhammad and Anti-atheist Politician from 2016-11-06T03:44:17

This week: A shoutout to my friends in Voice of Doom and some news stories. As always...thanks for listening!

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The Exorcist (Special Halloween Episode) from 2016-10-30T18:51:56

This time I share my thoughts on The Exorcist, its crap sequels and the recently released tv series. As always...thanks for listening!

The Walking Dead Season 7 Premiere (Special Halloween Review) from 2016-10-28T23:47:17

Now for something completely different...Happy Halloween!

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211 - The Salem Episode Revisited from 2016-10-22T16:29:46

This week I issue some corrections and offer my thoughts regarding the recent episode on the Salem Witch Trials. As always...thanks for listening!

Halloween Special 2016: The Salem Witch Trials from 2016-10-16T22:49:47

A lot of time and research went into this one! Hope you all enjoy it :) As always...thanks for listening!

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209 - A Satanic Apology, Dino-Bucks and Atheist Minister from 2016-10-07T17:43:39

News stories and a rant! As always...thanks for listening!

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208 - Onward to Glory with a One-eyed Satanist! from 2016-10-01T15:53:29

This week: a look at the controversial Satanic Temple. As always...thanks for listening!

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The Mythological Claims of Zeitgeist from 2016-09-24T20:18:27

A little late to the party with this one, but nevertheless, here it is... As always...thanks for listening!

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206 -Trump Baptism, America Still Hates Atheists, Mother Teresa and Youth Pastor Sexual Assault from 2016-09-16T00:39:40

News Stories! As always...thanks for listening!

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205 - The Secret World of the Gnostics from 2016-09-10T16:22:08

Been wanting to do this for quite some time; so here it is, a mini documentary on the Gnostics. As always...thanks for listening!

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EP 204 - Honest Thoughts on France and Burkini Ban (EDIT and Special Message) from 2016-09-07T03:24:20

Wasn't happy with my shoddy editing so went back to the drawing board with this one...kinda...

Previous Patreon Bonus Content: H.P. Lovecraft's The Tomb from 2016-09-06T20:02:59

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203 - Ben Affleck and Sam Harris on Real Time With Bill Maher (Revisited) from 2016-08-28T11:52:09

As the title suggests, I go back and reevaluate my reaction to the now infamous Ben Affleck / Sam Harris debacle. As always...thanks for listening!

Episode 202: 5 Things I like About Religion! from 2016-08-21T15:32:31

Well, technically it ended up being 6 things I like about religion; you know how longwinded I am. Rumi, Hildegard Von Bingen, Art and Architecture, Primal Awe, Mythology...bonus: holidays) As alwa...

201 - Free Nazanin, Atheist Mom and Sam Harris on Race from 2016-08-13T18:05:38

This week: the campaign to free mom and charity worker Nazanin Ratcliffe, the story of an Atheist Mom ordered to take Christian counseling classes and a clip of Sam Harris on the subject of Race an...

200th Episode (not so) Spectacular! (Also a Sam Harris Clip, A Personal Anecdote and News Stories!) from 2016-08-06T21:01:02

The 200th episode...kinda. This week: personal anecdotes, listener feedback, a Sam Harris clip and News Stories. As Always...thanks for listening!

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199 - Fireman Sam and the Not So Magical Koran from 2016-07-31T01:47:52

Listener recommendations and recent news stories. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 198: The State of Youtube Atheism from 2016-07-24T14:50:25

This week I explore the curious phenomenon of youtube atheists focusing on social justice issues. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 197 - Defending the Amazing Atheist and Thoughts on the Nice Terror Attack from 2016-07-16T12:03:50

My take on the Amazing Atheist / Jenny McDermott feud and my thoughts on the Nice Bastille Day attack. As always...thanks for listening!

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196 - Christian Mom and Blogger Christy Sheats Shoots and Kills Her Two Daughters from 2016-07-10T23:16:13

The tragic and disturbing story of a Christian blogger and gun advocate who shot and killed her own daughters.

Independence Day Special: The Religion of George Washington from 2016-07-02T11:29:48

A follow up to last year's special The Founding Father's on Religion: In Their Own Words. Thanks for listening!

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194: Prayer over Medicine, Theodore Shoebat and Pat Robertson from 2016-06-24T22:23:12

Time for some news stories. As always, thanks for listening!

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Response to Bill Maher on Terrorism and Gun Control from 2016-06-21T22:41:30

A little something extra this week. As always...thanks for listening!

Thoughts on Orlando, Objective Morality and Guns from 2016-06-19T15:10:06

Sorry I didn't get it out sooner; here's my thoughts on the Orlando nightclub massacre...and more. Thanks for listening!

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192 - Listener Feedback: The Death Penalty from 2016-06-11T21:42:15

The title says it all; a response to listener feedback concerning my recent comments on the death penalty. As always...thanks for listening!

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The Conversion of Christopher Hitchens? from 2016-06-05T00:05

This week I discuss an upcoming controversial book that claims Christopher Hitchens considered converting to Christianity in his final days. As always...thanks for listening!

A Response to The Amazing Atheist, The Drunken Peasants and Kraut and Tea from 2016-05-31T17:38:24

An impromptu response video... As always...thanks for listening!

The Abominable Fancy (Christian Schadenfreude) from 2016-05-27T14:56:56

A brief history of "The Abominable Fancy".

An Atheist Reviews Risen from 2016-05-19T18:21:45

A little something extra this week ;)

190 - Response to Joe Rogan and Gavin McInnes from 2016-05-18T23:28:59

Another Joe Rogan response video... As always...thanks for listening!

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189 - Corrections, Kirk Cameron and Scientology and British Terror Drill from 2016-05-12T17:03:19

Mea culpa, mea culpa, mea maxima culpa....

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Why I Don't Believe in God (Error Alert: I accidentally say "cortexes" instead of "cortices") from 2016-05-08T14:04:22

In this bonus episode I revisit my reasons for not believing in God. *note: Contains error; should be "cortices" not "cortexes". As always...thanks for listening!

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Surah 5:32 and Show Corrections from 2016-05-01T22:44:20

An unexpected bite sized episode...

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187 - Islam and Antisemitism (I repeatedly use surah in the wrong context...apologies) from 2016-04-30T12:19:17

This week I explore the history of Islamic attitudes towards the Jewish people.  As always...thanks for listening! *I repeatedly use the word sura (or surah) in the wrong context. Hopefully the e...

186 - British Muslims, Day of Reason and Marathon Bombing Anniversary from 2016-04-23T00:13:36

News stories and philosophical musings. As always...thanks for listening!

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An Atheist Responds to a Christian: Part Three (Beat the Clock) from 2016-04-16T01:37:48

The third and final installment in my "An Atheist Responds to a Christian" series.

An Atheist Responds to a Christian: Part Two (Evolution and Heliocentrism) from 2016-04-13T17:14:03

Part two in an ongoing series...

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Atheist Law Student Murdered in Bangladesh from 2016-04-10T22:42:04

An unscripted and impromptu episode...

An Atheist Responds to a Christian: Part One (The Science of Rainbows and The Blood Moon Prophecy). from 2016-04-08T20:39:10

Part one in a planned series in which I'll offer logical responses to Christian claims and questions. This first episode deals with the science of rainbows and "The Blood Moon Prophecy". https://...

185 - An Atheist Responds to Criticism (Fallout from the Sam and Omer Episode) from 2016-04-06T23:22:08

Things get ugly in Youtube land as I take on some of my critics. As always...thanks for listening!

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184 - Sam Harris on Circumcision, Religious Murder and Bill Maher on Brussels from 2016-04-01T00:26:40

The story of a religious murder in Scotland and clips from Sam Harris and Bill Maher.

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TWID Replay: Easter Special (a brief documentary) from 2016-03-26T23:23:38

Here's a repeat of a brief documentary on Easter, which I originally published back in 2014. Enjoy! :)

183: Sam Harris Vs Omer Aziz (My Response) from 2016-03-25T01:10:59

Sorry for the subpar audio. I'm pushing my disk quota for the month and had to shrink the file :)

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182 - Gwyneth Paltrow, Neil deGrasse Tyson and Blasphemous Bumper Stickers from 2016-03-19T00:56

News Stories!

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181 - Defining the Regressive Left from 2016-03-13T22:38:07

This week I finally decide to try to nail down just what people mean by "the regressive left". As always...thanks for listening!

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179 - Horror Beyond Words - Burka Clad Woman Kills Child from 2016-03-03T23:42:41

My apologies in advance for bringing you this gruesome story, but it bothered me so much I had to talk about it.

178 - Two Iranian Tales: Salman Rushdie and Confess from 2016-02-27T17:06:07

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177 - Voice of Doom, Belial, Stefan Molyneux and 911 from 2016-02-21T17:30:19

This week: The music of Voice of Doom, discussion of the Hebrew entity/word "Belial", and Stefan Molyneux's 911 backlash. As always...Thanks for listening!

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176 - Kirk Cameron's Sister, Einstein and Gravitational Waves and Pastafarianism from 2016-02-13T01:30:20

This week I catch up on some recent news. As always..thanks for listening!

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175 - Richard Dawkins Banned, Joe Rogan and Charlie Hebdo from 2016-02-06T17:01:44

This week I discuss a recent story involving Richard Dawkins and I comment on yet another Joe Rogan clip. As always...thanks for listening!

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174 - A Response to Joe Rogan and Milo Yiannopoulos from 2016-01-30T02:52:37

This week I break from the usual format and offer my commentary on a conversation between Joe Rogan and Milo Yiannopoulos. As always...thanks for listening!

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173 - Cologne New Year's Eve Attacks and UK Grooming Gangs from 2016-01-24T13:36:23

This week I tackle some highly controversial issues, including the recent sexual assaults on New Year's Eve in Cologne Germany and UK grooming gang/sex ring scandals (including Rotherham). As alway...

An Open Letter to a Seagull (Biblical Criticism and Antisemitism) from 2016-01-16T16:35:05

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Circumcision and FGM from 2016-01-09T18:58:22

A history of (and my commentary on) circumcision and FGM.

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Something Worse Than Oblivion (Better Audio) from 2016-01-09T18:51:26

The original upload was rather "lossy" due to disk quota restraints.

TWID REPLAY: The Council of Nicaea from 2016-01-03T10:36:41

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TWID TMI: Something Worse Than Oblivion from 2015-12-26T04:00:14

In this very personal episode I discuss antidepressants and a recent misadventure. As always...thanks for listening!

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171 - Youtube Atheists Part Two from 2015-12-13T18:35:19

By popular demand, here's the follow up to my episode on Youtube atheists. This time around I discuss Thunderf00t, Steve Shives and more! Thanks for listening!

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TWID Replay: A Brief History of Christmas from 2015-12-09T18:34:04

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170 - Listener Feedback and Paris Attacks from 2015-11-29T18:27:49

A Listener Feedback Extravaganza!

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The Crazy Claims of Ben Carson from 2015-11-18T22:25:25

This week I tackle the wild religious claims and dubious personal anecdotes of retired neurosurgeon and presidential candidate Ben Carson. As always...thanks for listening!

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169 - Getting Real About the Afterlife... from 2015-11-10T00:45:33

Debunking wishful thinking, defining energy and an H.P. Lovecraft quote. Thanks for listening!

Halloween Special 2015: Horror Movies!!! from 2015-11-02T01:28:59

One day late, but here it is...The Week In Doubt 2015 Halloween special!

A Brief Word on the Flagellants from 2015-10-23T21:08:34

A correction/mini-doc regarding the medieval ascetic movement known as the flagellants.

Martin Luther, Paid Indulgences and Hurling Ink at the Devil from 2015-10-22T22:07:20

An unscripted meandering look at the reformation and paid indulgences. As always...thanks for listening! 

TWID Replay: A Brief History of Halloween from 2015-10-15T19:43:14

Tis the season! So here it is...a replay of the first TWID Halloween special!

167: Richard Dawkins on Real Time and Jaclyn Glenn Plagiarism Scandal from 2015-10-07T22:56:36

Listener Feedback, a clip from Real Time with Bill Maher featuring Richard Dawkins and the recent Jaclyn Glenn controversy. As always...thanks for listening!

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Rushton, Jensen and A Mea Culpa on Race from 2015-10-03T13:37:25

Originally recorded September 22nd 2015.

166 - Ahmed Mohamed Clock Controversy / TYT Vs Richard Dawkins and Bill Maher from 2015-10-01T16:19:53

Sorry for the delay. I exceeded last month's Data quota :)

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TWID Replay: The Founding Fathers on Religion - In Their Own Words from 2015-09-24T17:30:43

I have to wait till the first of the month for my Podbean quota to reset; so for now here's a repeat :) As alway...thanks for listening!

165 - Atheist Roo and Race (Controversial Episode) from 2015-09-20T12:56:26

Hi, this week's episode is undoubtedly controversial and may unintentionally offend some listeners. It deals with the hot button issue of "race". Long time listeners know my humanist approach to ra...

163: Buddhism and Flying Monkeys from 2015-09-13T21:23:45

This week: The historical Buddha and Flying Monkey feedback. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubthttp://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInD...

Ep 162: Fun Home / TYT and Atheist Roo from 2015-09-04T23:52:27

This week: a clarification concerning one of last week's stories; also I explore a recent critique of Cenk Uyger by Atheism is Unstoppable. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com...

An Uncensored interview with C-Webb (Complete version) EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING from 2015-08-31T23:30:54

Finally...the complete interview! Enjoy!

Ep 161: Duke University Student and ISIS Erasing History from 2015-08-31T13:37:49

This week: The story of a Duke University student who refuses to read an award winning book due to religious objections; also ISIS' disturbing trend of destroying ancient artifacts. As always...tha...

An Uncensored Interview With CWebb: PART TWO (EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING!) from 2015-08-20T23:22:18

The last hour of part one got cut off; but here it is now, for your listening pleasure...I hope. As with part one, it contains some EXPLICIT material. https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubthttp://...

An Uncensored Interview With CWebb (EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING!) from 2015-08-20T20:48:18

Fellow podcaster Chris Webber and I sit down and tackle every topic under the sun (while throwing back a few drinks). As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubthttp://...

TWID Newsbyte 8/9/15 - 5 Women Suspected of Witchcraft Beaten to Death in India from 2015-08-09T16:05:38

5 Women Suspected of Witchcraft Beaten to Death in India https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubthttp://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us...

160 - Cecil the Lion and H.P. Lovecraft from 2015-08-06T15:43:32

This week: my thoughts on the killing of Cecil the lion and also a free preview of the Lovecraft audiobook I recorded for my Patreon supporters. As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreo...

159 - Youtube Atheists! from 2015-07-28T12:42:42

This week I take a look at some prominent Youtube atheists; including: The Amazing Atheist, Atheism-is-Unstoppable, Jaclyn Glenn, Nonstampcollector, TYT and more. Thanks for listening! https://www....

Ep 158 - An Atheist Debate Vocab Lesson from 2015-07-19T22:17:41

This week: A refresher course in debate lingo.  As always...thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindoubthttp://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcastht...

157: There's No Such Thing As An Atheist! from 2015-07-16T15:46:53

This week: Sy Robertson says there's no such thing as an atheist. Also; additional  news stories and some impromptu philosophical musings. Thanks for listening! https://www.patreon.com/theweekindou...

156 - Euthanasia, Depression, Fox News and Marriage Equality from 2015-07-03T22:22:37

This week: I discuss a controversial euthanasia case involving a 24 year old Belgian woman. Also Fox News' Julie Banderas makes an on air pro marriage equality statement.  As always...thanks for li...

Ep 155 - Ouija Boards and Republican Nonsense from 2015-06-28T21:21:01

This week: Republican Cathie Adams asks if, "a man's body was made to be penetrated". Also I give a brief history of the ouija board. As always...thanks for listening! patreon.com/theweekindoubt Sp...

154 - Recording Woes, Naughty Table Legs and Charleston Shooting from 2015-06-21T23:58:10

This week: some inside baseball (I discuss the technical side of recording a podcast). Also I delve into an urban legend regarding Victorians and table legs. Lastly I discuss the recent shooting in...

153: Huckabee and the Duggars, Circumcision Story and Al Jazeera "Terrorist" Policy from 2015-06-15T15:47:43

This week: Mike Huckabee's connections to two different molestation stories, the tale of my adult circumcision and Al Jazeera's PC policy to not use the word terrorist.  As always...Thanks for list...

Week in Doubt Throwback: 108 Slavery and the Abrahamic Faiths from 2015-06-11T21:09:49

In this repeat I tackle the controversial subject of slavery and religion (specifically slavery in the Koran and the Judeo-Christian Bible). I tried to trim some of the fat and adjust the audio lev...

152 - Am I Sexist!? from 2015-06-06T23:16:52

Oh, no! More fallout from the Gamergate episode! Or is it fallout from the "Fallout From the Gamergate" episode!?Last one of these gender episodes; I promise...then back to the status quo. As alway...

Week in Doubt Throwback: 106 Faith Healing and Monkey Heads from 2015-06-02T17:10:22

A not so ancient repeat. I hope it will be "new" to at least some of you. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes...

Ep 151: Fallout From The Gamergate Episode... from 2015-05-29T18:57:55

This week I discuss the response to last week's "Gamergate" episode. And as usual, I digress into sundry other topics as well. As always...thanks for listening!

News Byte: 5/21/15 - 3 Million Year Old Tools!!! from 2015-05-21T16:47:38

In this second installment of the new News Byte segment, I discuss the recent discovery of 3.3 million year old tools discovered in Kenya. Thanks, for listening!

149 - Gamergate and Atheist Infighting from 2015-05-17T01:07:27

This week I take a look at the Gamergate controversy as well as a similar schism taking place in the Atheist community. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.fa...

148 - Texas ISIS Attack - "First Annual Muhammad Art Exhibit and Contest” from 2015-05-09T20:18:34

A look at a recent attack by Muslim extremists on a controversial exhibit in Garland Texas.

147: NDEs - Near Death Experiences from 2015-05-03T19:05:07

This week, I finally get around to tackling the controversial subject of "Near Death Experiences". Thanks for listening!

The Shroud of Turin from 2015-04-29T19:47:17

A short video I made, based on "The Shroud" portion of episode 146. Correction!: I believe my description of the mandylion may have been a bit off. I described it as usually being depicted with an ...

News Byte 4-16-15 Fareed Zakaria vs. Bill Maher from 2015-04-28T11:56:48

TWID's very first "News Byte" segment!

Ep 146: Bruce Jenner, Bible Man and The Shroud of Turin from 2015-04-26T19:41:38

This week: Bruce Jenner come out, Atheist Mom and The Shroud goes on display. http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week...

Ep 145 - Synchronicity and an Anecdote about the Eucharist from 2015-04-20T17:54:42

This week I share some "spooky coincidences" and an anecdote from my childhood. Thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple...

Ep 144: Corrections, Shoutouts, Ancient Aliens and the Uncanny Valley from 2015-04-15T01:03:02

This week: Some much overdue shoutouts and the usual mix of news, commentary and musings... http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us/p...

143 - Good Friday, Animal Suffering and Georgia's Freedom of Religion Restoration Act from 2015-04-05T23:51:07

This week: The strange tale of The Church reclassifying rodents as fish, a discussion of animal suffering, and a florist who says she'll serve adulterers but not gay couples. As always...thanks for...

Ep 142: Shameless Plug, Duck Dynasty, Ted Cruz, Koran Burning and CNN Atheist Commercial from 2015-03-30T21:17:36

Please consider supporting the show by purchasing the audio documentary A Brief History of St. Patrick for the meager sum of 99 centshttp://palbertelli.podbean.com/payment-gateway/paypal-premium-si...

Saint Patrick's Day Special from 2015-03-22T21:04:12

Sorry for the delay! Here's the belated Saint Patrick's Day episode. http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt...

Episode 141: How to Insult an Atheist from 2015-03-09T04:42:36

This week, I present you with a list of five misconceptions that are sure to insult your friendly neighborhood atheist. Included is a montage of clips from atheist vs. theist debates. As always...t...

Fun Facts: Bog Bodies, Vestal Virgins, Pink Floyd, The Green Man and More... from 2015-02-24T17:43:16

This week: A special "fun fact" edition!

My Interview with Anonymous Steve of the Skepticule Podcast from 2015-02-16T19:05

This week I bring you an epic length interview with Anonymous Steve: a Doctor of Psychology and Dad from the Uk, caught in a controversial court case, in which he was ordered by a judge to bring hi...

138 - Founding Fathers, Anne Rice and Isis Execution from 2015-02-04T20:26:18

This week: a brief rehash of the recent Founding Fathers episode, a discussion of Anne Rice and Christianity, and my thoughts on the disturbing murder of a Jordanian pilot by ISIS. If you enjoy the...

The Founding Fathers on Religion - In Their Own Words from 2015-01-26T19:44:28

This week: A collection of quotes from the Founding Fathers on the topic of religion.  If you enjoy this special episode, please consider supporting the show by making a donation (as little as $0.9...

Ep 136: More Criticism and The Pope and Free Speech from 2015-01-18T01:29:21

This week: more internet criticism! Also, I give my thoughts on some of the Pope's recent comments. As always...thanks for listening!

135: Response to Criticism and My Thoughts on the Charlie Hebdo Attack from 2015-01-13T04:22:50

This week: I recount some nasty internet exchanges and offer my thoughts on the recent Charlie Hebdo terror attack. As always...thanks for listening!

Episode 134: Creepy Nativity Scenes, Neil DeGrasse Tyson Tweets (audio only) from 2015-01-01T14:32:30

Here's an audio only version of the most recent episode (for those who prefer it). This week: creepy nativity scenes and controversial NDT Christmas tweets. Thanks for listening! http://palbertell...

133: Aids Facts and Islamic Fundamentalism from 2014-12-25T02:14:49

This week I make some corrections and clarifications and also take a look at a slew of recent news stories having to do with Islamic fundamentalism. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbert...

Christmas Special 2013: Companions of Saint Nicholas (Redux) from 2014-12-21T23:09:33

This week: a replay of last year's Christmas special, in which I take a look at some of the strange lurid characters of European Yuletide tradition (including Krampus!). As always...thanks for list...

A Brief History of Christmas from 2014-12-17T00:10:50

A replay of the very first TWID Christmas episode! As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

132: Ken Ham, Aliens, Stonehenge, and Anti-gay Jackassery from 2014-12-15T01:40:26

This week: Ken Ham loses his "Ark" funding, new stonehenge discoveries, the Pope and aliens and anti-gay bigotry. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook...

C-Webb Interview 2014: Paranormal Skeptic Academy from 2014-12-07T21:26:02

Once again I interview friend and fellow podcaster, Chris Webber (aka: C-Webb). This time around we discuss his new Podcast, Paranormal Skeptic Academy, as well as the paranormal and ghost hunting ...

Curt Schilling vs. Evolution and The Science of Homosexuality from 2014-11-30T19:21:57

This week I discuss the story of an ESPN writer suspended for defending evolution on twitter. Also I take yet another look at the evolutionary roots of Homosexuality. As always...thanks for listeni...

Ep 130: Joseph Smith Polygamy Revelations and Dr. Chaps...again. from 2014-11-18T23:58:14

This week: the Mormon church releases an essay concerning Joseph Smith and polygamy, and a further look at the infamous "Dr. Chaps". As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.com...

Ep 129: Pascal's Wager Blows Chicken Chunks (Plus Oprah and the FFRF). from 2014-11-12T19:12:09

This week I discuss an anti LGBT politician who goes by the name "Dr. Chaps", Pascals wager and an old video of Oprah interviewing members of the FFRF. As always...thanks for listening! http://palb...

Episode 128: Cenk Uygur Vs. Sam Harris, Rula Jebreal Vs. Bill Maher and Andersen Cooper Fun from 2014-11-04T00:00:32

This week: Sam Harris Vs. Cenk Uygur, Bill Maher Vs. Rula Jebreal...and more! As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://it...

Ep 127 - Halloween Special 2014: Hell Houses from 2014-10-21T23:25:49

This week I bring you a mini audio documentary on the subject of "hell houses". As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://...

Halloween Replay, Week Two: A Brief History of Halloween from 2014-10-16T21:29:19

In honor of the season, I'm re-releasing this brief audio documentary on the history of Halloween. As alway...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInD...

Ep 126: Ron Reagan FFRF and Bill Maher, Sam Harris, Ben Affleck Debate from 2014-10-09T21:26:58

This week I discuss Ron Reagan's recent FFRF commercial and the heated Bill Maher, Sam Harris, Ben Affleck debate that took place on last week's Real Time with Bill Maher. As always...thanks for li...

Halloween Replay, Week One: Demonic Possession! from 2014-10-08T17:07:41

In honor of Halloween I've decided to re-broadcast some spooky past episodes. First up, Episode 81: Demonic Possession! As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.fa...

Episode 125: Say it ain't so, Sorbo! (plus my review of "God's Not Dead") from 2014-09-29T16:19:26

This week I discuss a slew of controversial comments recently made by former "Hercules" star Kevin Sorbo. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/The...

Episode 124: Primates and Pecans from 2014-09-24T19:41:11

This week: The dark side of chimp behavior and a story of a Mormon sect that utilizes child labor while hiding behind the recent Hobby Lobby ruling. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbert...

Episode 123: Pyramids, Slaves and Statue Humping from 2014-09-16T20:09:59

This week: A discussion of whether or not Egyptian slaves built the pyramids. I also wax philosophical on the subject of statue desecration. http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/Th...

Ep 122: Does The Koran Condone Beheading? from 2014-09-07T18:53:45

In light of recent (and deeply disturbing) news stories involving the decapitation of U.S. journalists by ISIL militants I've decided to focus this episode on the question of what the Koran has to ...

Episode 121: Pastor Michael V Williams Wants to Sentence Gays to Hard Labor from 2014-08-28T20:04:07

This week: Some house keeping, some twitter drama and a news story concerning a homophobic pastor. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInD...

Episode 120: The Great Disappointment and Other Failed End Times Predictions from 2014-08-18T21:21:43

This week I present you with a special scripted episode; essentially a mini audio documentary on the subject of failed end times predictions. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.po...

Ep 119: Peacock Angels and Holy Grails from 2014-08-12T19:13:49

This week: The plight of the Yazidi, their belief in the Peacock Angel and the British police's quest for the holy grail. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www....

Episode 118: Satan's Got a Shop-Vac from 2014-08-04T23:09:28

This week: I share yet another embarrassing personal anecdote and cover a recent news story. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPo...

Episode 117: Ken Ham's Alien Hell Roast from 2014-07-29T22:15:46

This week: my take on Ken Ham's recent comments about aliens going to Hell. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itun...

EP 116: Stories From My "Paranormal" Past from 2014-07-22T16:12:46

This week I regale you with yet more embarrassing stories from my past.  As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes....

Episode 115: Son of Man Kickstarter and Anti-Atheist Billboards from 2014-07-15T20:49:51

This week: Son of Man Kickstarter Project and Answers in Genesis' Recent Anti-atheist Billboards. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDo...

Ep 114: Stories From My Past, The Implications of the Word Atheist, Hobby Lobby and Honor Killings from 2014-07-05T00:00:34

This week I share some stories from my past, discuss the Implications of the word atheist, and cover some news stories. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.fa...

Ep 113: Patent Trolls, Heavy Metal Christian Atheist and Why the Pope Doesn't Like Dope from 2014-06-24T19:26:27

This Week: how patent trolls are threatening podcasting, the pope's anti dope stance and a heavy metal christian who admits he's been an atheist for years. As always...thanks for listening! http://...

Ep 112: House of the One, Pope Francis on Judaism and Frank Schaeffer from 2014-06-16T18:41:03

This week: Shout outs, corrections and a few news stories. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us/...

Episode 111: Corrections and Apollonius of Tyana from 2014-06-08T21:12:45

This week I offer some corrections and talk briefly about another first century "miracle worker" by the name of Apollonius of Tyana. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.com...

Ep 110: Son of Man Interview from 2014-06-01T08:50:18

My recent interview with "Son of Man" playwright Alexander Nye. Alex and I discuss his up and coming play as well as a wide range of other topics. As always...thanks for listening! http://palberte...

Ep 109: Busty Jesus Gnome (Better Audio). from 2014-05-25T16:08:04

This week I record an im...

Episode 108: Slavery and the Abrahamic Faiths from 2014-05-14T19:39:23

A look at the concept of slavery as found in The Bible and the Koran. http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doub...

Ep 107: Animal Burial and Controversial Statements of Chief Justice Roy Moore from 2014-05-04T22:35

This week: the story of a Yorkie buried in a human cemetery and some controversial comments made by Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.com...

Ep 106: Faith Healing and Monkey Heads from 2014-04-28T22:05:03

This week I discuss the subject of human longevity and also express my disgust at yet another story of a needless faith healing death. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.c...

TWID: Easter Special 2014 from 2014-04-20T22:28:15

This week I break from my usual criticism of religion and instead bring you a brief audio documentary on the history of Easter. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp:...

Ep 104: Charles Krauthammer and Jesus' "Wife" Papyrus from 2014-04-13T21:54:20

This week: Conservative atheists, a controversial papyrus that suggests Jesus may have been married and some recent comments by former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee. As always...thanks for listen...

Ep 103: The Book of Leviticus from 2014-04-05T21:19:05

This week I take a closer look at one of the Old Testaments's more controversial books. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast...

Ep 102: Should We Respect the Bible? from 2014-03-29T23:30:42

This week I take a step back and contemplate the value of The Bible as literature. http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

Ep 101: Fred Phelps, Answers in Genesis, Big Bang Discovery and Cosmos from 2014-03-23T17:46:30

This week: the passing of controversial church leader Fred Phelps, a recent discovery concerning the big bang, Ken Ham and Deepak Chopra tweets and a brief discussion of "Cosmos". As always...thank...

Episode 100: True Detective Existentialism, Cosmos, Bill Maher from 2014-03-16T22:44:09

This week: True Detective Existentialism, The New Cosmos and  Bill Maher on Noah's Ark. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodc...

Episode 99: Eben Alexander Rehashed and Noah Movie Controversy from 2014-03-10T17:43:54

This week: shout outs, listener feedback, Eben Alexander rehashed and the controversy surrounding the upcoming Noah movie. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://...

Episode 98: News Stories! - Katy Perry Controversy, Snake Handler Death, Ken Ham's Ark and More from 2014-03-02T20:50:47

This week: After rambling on a bit about ancient Mesopotamian myth and literature, I finally get around to covering some news. This week's stories include; Katy Perry's Allah pendant controversy, G...

Episode 97: Tiktaalik and My Thoughts on "Questioning Darwin" from 2014-02-24T21:35:19

This week: I make a correction regarding the transitional fossil known as Tiktaalik and also give my thoughts on the HBO documentary "Questioning Darwin". http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.f...

Episode 96: My Thoughts on the Bill Nye / Ken Ham Debate from 2014-02-14T16:14:37

Perhaps my longest episode yet... As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-...

Episode 95: Skeptic Lingo and Logical Fallacies from 2014-02-05T18:05:45

This week I do my best to define some terms commonly used in skeptical and scientific parlance. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoub...

Episode 94: Super Philosophical Adventure Hour from 2014-01-29T18:47:31

This week: Some counter arguments from a Christian Apologist friend of the show, consciousness as an emergent property of the brain and my reasons for doubting God's existence, revisited...again. A...

Episode 93: Reasons I Doubt the Existence of God...Revisited. from 2014-01-19T15:00:46

This week, I ask myself the question "what if I'm wrong?", and then proceed to list the reasons I personally doubt the existence of God. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean...

Episode 92: Satan and the Flying Spaghetti Monster from 2014-01-14T02:42:39

This week: A couple of news stories and yet another weird story from my past. This week's news stories feature a Pastafarian being sworn into office and a Satanist group seeking to have a Baphomet ...

Episode 91: Pope on Gay Adoption and Hagee TellsAtheists to leave the Country from 2014-01-04T18:41:44

This week, I give a special shout out to two of my listeners. I also cover two news stories; one involving the Pope's stance on gay adoption, and the other Pastor John Hagee's comments on how athei...

Ep 90: My thoughts on Duck Dynasty star Phil Robertson's comments from 2013-12-28T18:18:13

http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id510160837www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubtTwitter: @thew...

Christmas Special 2012 Reloaded from 2013-12-22T16:40:13

This week I'm re-releasing last year's Christmas episode. It's basically a mini audio documentary covering the history of the holiday. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.c...

Christmas Special 2013: Companions of Saint Nicholas from 2013-12-17T20:22:39

In this follow up to last years Christmas episode, I take a look at some of the strange companions of Saint Nicholas found in European tradition and folklore. As always...thanks for listening! http...

Episode 87: Ancient Aliens, Kirstie Allie Scientology Story, and A Christopher Hitchens Clip from 2013-12-08T17:52:47

This week I discuss a news story involving Kirstie Allie, offer my thoughts on "Ancient Aliens" and play one of my favorite Christopher Hitchens clips. As always...thanks for listening! http://palb...

Episode 86: Atheist Billboards and Hobby Lobby from 2013-12-01T18:12:42

This week: another brief discussion on my thoughts on atheist billboards; also I tackle the recent Hobby Lobby controversy. As always...thanks for listening! http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtP...

Episode 85: Sarah Silverman and All That Glitters from 2013-11-23T18:29:34

This week I discuss a Huff Post Religion article regarding Sarah Silverman and also wax philosophical (again) on why we're attracted to shiny things. As always...thanks for listening! http://palber...

Episode 84: More Shout-outs and Jews for Jesus from 2013-11-18T19:12

This week: some more shout-outs and listener feedback as well as a brief discussion of my thoughts on "Jews for Jesus".  Also I critique some comments made by Bill Maher and Bill O'reilly.  As alwa...

Episode 83: Lost in Translation from 2013-11-08T23:42:35

This week; shout outs, corrections and a small list of Biblical words that may or may not have been mistranslated. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.faceboo...

Episode 82: End Times, Luxury Bishop and The Doors of Perception from 2013-10-26T11:26:35

This week: I discuss a few news stories including the notorious "Luxury Bishop" and wax philosophical on things ranging from the end times to Aldous Huxley's "Doors of Perception". As always...than...

The Week in Doubt Halloween Special from 2013-10-19T13:09

This week I'm re-upping last years Halloween special. It's a brief audio-doc covering the history of the holiday from ancient Ireland to modern America. As always...thanks for listening! http://pal...

Episode 81: Demonic Possession from 2013-10-14T23:17:49

In keeping with the spirit of the Halloween season, this week I present a special episode dedicated to the topic of demonic possession.  As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean...

Episode 80: Shout outs, Halloween Updates and Musings on Consciousness from 2013-10-06T12:33:52

This week I deliver some well deserved shout outs. Also I share my plans for some spooky Halloween episodes and last but not least I muse on the topic of consciousness as an emergent property of th...

Episode 79: Long Hair in the Bible from 2013-09-29T15:39:58

This week; a story about a born again rocker leads to a discussion about The Bible's view on long hair. As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWe...

Episode 78: Andrew Sullivan and More Controversial Pope Comments. from 2013-09-22T13:05:04

This week I grudgingly discuss yet more "controversial" papal comments. I also share my thoughts on an appearance by Andrew Sullivan on CNN's "AC360 Later". As always...thanks for listening! http:/...

Episode 77: The Pledge Revisited and Atheist Musings from 2013-09-13T21:28:35

Episode 77: The Pledge Revisited and Atheist Musings http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcasthttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-week-in-doubt-podcast/id51016...

Episode 76: Racist Church Email and Pledge of Allegiance from 2013-09-05T16:14:42

This week I tackle two news stories; a pastor who sent a racist email to her congregation and a court case involving an atheist family and the pledge of allegiance. As always...thanks for listening...

Episode 75: Dragons and Other Stuff.... from 2013-08-28T13:35:58

This week I pilfered some stories from one of my favorite shows; "The Young Turks". The stories include the literal belief in dragons and other creationist nonsense. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 74: Rush Limbaugh Climate Change Comments and Impromptu Abortion Talk... from 2013-08-19T17:13:14

This Week: the title says it all...Rush Limbaugh Climate Change Comments and Impromptu Abortion Talk.As always...thanks for listening! http://palbertelli.podbean.comhttp://www.facebook.com/TheWeekI...

Ep 73: Cathy Adams End Times, Faith Healing Couple and Leah Remini Scientology Split from 2013-08-11T16:55:17

This week: Cathy Adams end times comments, faith healing couple loses second child and Leah Remini's split from Scientology. As always...Thanks for listening! http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubt...

Ep 72: Reza Aslan and Primal Awe from 2013-08-04T19:42:40

This week I discuss Lauren Green's controversial Reza Aslan interview as well as rehashing the subjects of primal awe and "transcendence". As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 71: Desmond Tutu, The Pope and Gay Rights from 2013-07-29T17:25:07

This week, I discuss some recent pro-gay comments made by Pope Francis and retired Archbishop Desmond Tutu. As always...Thanks for listening!

Ep 70: A God Not Worth Worshipping from 2013-07-19T15:14:13

This Week: My response to a debate my friend and fellow podcaster C-Webb recently took part in. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 68: The Kalam Cosmolgical Argument from 2013-07-08T19:10:48

This week, upon request, I discuss the Kalam Cosmological Argument... As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 68: Nik Wallenda, DOMA and Mike Huckabee from 2013-07-01T20:37:54

This week I give my thoughts on Nik Wallenda's religiosity and Mike Huckabee's controversial DOMA tweet. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 67: Exodus International from 2013-06-23T16:37:48

This week: Exodus International closes and offers an apology to the LGBT community...also, another Bill Maher clip and yet more unnecessary D&D talk. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 66: Superman vs. Jesus and Dungeons and Dragons from 2013-06-18T17:11:29

This week: Does the new Superman movie contain a Christian message? Also, yet another Pat Robertson story and more embarrassing tales from my past. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 65: Yoga and Satan from 2013-06-08T17:19:21

This week: I discuss a recent news story revolving around controversial comments made by Virgian Lt. Governor candidate EW Jackson. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 64: The Pope and Atheism from 2013-06-02T18:54:50

This week: The Pope's recent controversial comments regarding atheists and what it takes to get into Heaven; also, clips from "Real Time with Bill Maher" and "The Young Turks". As always...thanks ...

Ep 63: Murder of British Soldier and Wolf Blitzer Atheist Clip from 2013-05-27T16:33:14

This week: the murder of British soldier Lee Rigby and on a lighter note an awkward Wolf Blitzer clip. As always, thanks for listening!

Ep 62: Constantine and the Council of Nicaea from 2013-05-21T15:10:44

This week; I discuss the first Council of Nicaea and pay tribute to the late Ray Manzarek. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 61: Weird Stories From My Past... from 2013-05-12T16:12:54

This week, I share some personal stories; Leprechauns, ouija boards, nose jobs and my heavy metal childhood... As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 60: Climate Change and End Times Belief from 2013-05-07T21:34:31

This week: is there a link between climate change denial and end times belief? Also, who is more charitable believers or atheists? As always...thanks for listening!

ep 59: Did Jesus Really Exist? from 2013-04-29T23:18:25

This week, I finally get around to wrestling the million dollar question; did jesus exist? As always...thanks for listening! http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https://itunes.apple.com/...

Ep 58: Boston Bombing and Bill Maher and Brian Levin on Islam from 2013-04-23T00:00:37

This week: My thoughts on the Boston marathon bombing and a clip of Bill Maher and Brian Levin discussing Islam. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 57: Corrections, The Killers and Ashley Judd from 2013-04-11T19:00:13

This week I make some corrections concerning episode 56, discuss an ugly reaction to Ashley Judd's faith and give my thoughts on a youtube clip featuring an encounter between Killers frontman Brand...

Ep 56: Interview With An Atheist from 2013-04-07T16:04:16

For the first time in the history of the show, I conduct an interview. My inaugural guest is Chris Webber; the host of "C-Webb's Sunday School". http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPodcast https:...

Ep 55: Easter Redux from 2013-03-31T00:22:25

This week: a revised edition of last year's "Easter Special". As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 54: Bill Maher, The Bible Miniseries and the Equality House from 2013-03-23T23:36:29

This week: Bill Maher, The Bible Miniseries and the Equality House. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 53: Of Popes and Seagulls and The Bible Miniseries from 2013-03-18T21:17:58

This week: I discuss the Bible Miniseries yet again and also give my thoughts on the "portentious" seagull that landed on the vatican chimney during the election of our newest pope. As always...th...

Ep 52: The Bible Miniseries and Onanism from 2013-03-10T16:01:32

Perhaps my shortest episode yet: listener comments, the Bible miniseries and Onanism. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 51: Joy Behar and Episode One Reloaded! from 2013-03-02T20:22:31

This week I'm "re-upping" the very first episode. I suppose it's my own subdued way of celebrating the show's one year anniversary. But first I offer my commentary on a recent episode of Joy Behar'...

Ep 50: Blood Libel and the Papacy from 2013-02-24T13:22:27

This week: a quick discussion of the Church's history of antisemitism and blood libel. As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 49: Why I Don't Care About the Pope from 2013-02-18T00:25:29

My commentary on the resignation of Pope Benedict as well as the papacy in general. As always...thanks for listening! www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt http://www.facebook.com/TheWeekInDoubtPo...

Ep 48: Bill Maher, Eben Alexander and Westboro Baptist Church from 2013-02-09T20:48:36

My comments on last night's Real Time with Bill Maher as well as a recent news story involving the Westboro Baptist Church. As always...thanks for listening! www.audibletrial.com/theweekindoubt ...

Ep 47: Death and News Stories... from 2013-02-03T15:35:43

This week's episode is relatively brief. I wax philosophical about the inherently depressing topic of death, but try to makeup for it with a lighthearted news story... As always...thanks for liste...

Ep 46: Scientology Rant and Reasons Why I Doubt the Existence of God from 2013-01-30T15:26:05

This week: 7 reasons why I doubt the existence of God. I compiled this list not to thumb my nose at believers, but rather to help myself understand my own "unbelief".

As always...thanks fo...

Ep 45: Marriage and The Bible from 2013-01-20T00:05:36

The title of the episode says it all...

As always...thanks for listening!

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Ep 44 - Atheism and Pornography from 2013-01-13T21:36:12

A recent Pat Robertson story leads me into an impromptu discussion of my views on pornography.

As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 43 - Post Holiday Episode from 2013-01-05T20:55:01

This week I discuss a collaborative project I recently took part in. I also give my thoughts on a documentary entitled "Proving God", as well as rehashing some content from the recent Christmas epi...

Ep 42 - Christmas: A brief History from 2012-12-24T23:47:11

I know I'm cutting it close, but finally here's the Christmas special! As I type this we're 18 minutes away from Christmas 2012. I put a lot of work into this one, so I hope you enjoy it. There's n...

Ep 41: News Stories! from 2012-12-17T21:44:35

In this episode: some recent and not so recent news stories, including the recent nightmarish massacre in Newtown CT, Mike Huckabee's comments on the aforementioned tragedy, Pat Robertson's surpris...

Ep 40: More Listener Feedback! from 2012-12-12T19:36:56

The title says it all. I read some recent iTunes feedback and wax philosophical (as always).

Thanks for listening!

Ep 39: Is Religion the Problem? from 2012-11-28T03:22:46

Finally, after almost 40 episodes I take the question head on: Is Religion the Problem?

As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 36 - Halloween: A Brief History from 2012-10-30T22:58:07

This week: A Halloween special! I take a break from scrutinizing religion and instead offer a brief history of one of the world's scariest holidays...

Thanks for listening!

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Ep:35 - Why Do Atheists Like to Talk About God? from 2012-10-20T23:33:04

My longwinded response to internet criticism...

As always...thanks for listening!

Ep:34 - Dr. Eben Alexander and Near Death Experiences from 2012-10-14T21:14:37

In this week's episode I take a closer look at the phenomenon of  the near death experience. In particular I examine the case of Dr. Eben Alexander; a neurosurgeon who had an NDE while in a coma. Listen

Ep:33 - Westboro Baptist Church and Lies From the Pit of Hell from 2012-10-09T12:49:06

This week: my comments on the Westboro Baptist Church and a news story about a politician/medical doctor who calls evolution a "lie from the pit of Hell".  As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 31: Muslim Protests and Homophobic Joel Osteen Comments from 2012-09-23T21:09:49

This week, I cover two news stories: the continuing protests throughout the Muslim world and a story concerning some homophobic comments made by televangelist Joel Osteen.

As always...Than...

Ep:30 The Destruction of the 2nd Temple from 2012-09-16T12:32:23

A look at the history of the temple and whether Jesus' prophecies concerning the temple's destruction were true prophecies or an invention of the gospel writers.

As always...thanks for lis...

Ep:28 - Fr. Benedict Groeschel sex abuse comments and is faith inherently noble? from 2012-09-01T19:02:49

This week I discuss some controversial comments made by Father Benedict Groeschel and I also explore the question: is faith inherently noble?

As always...thanks for listening!

Episode 26: Thomas Jefferson and the Bible from 2012-08-20T02:47:13

In this week's episode, I discuss Thomas Jefferson and the deism of the Founding Fathers.

As always...thanks for listening!

Ep:25 Alan Watts and The Ground of All Being from 2012-08-13T11:13:16

In this episode I discuss the concept of "the ground of all being" or "cosmic oneness". More specifically I discuss a particular talk by renowned scholar of Easter...

Ep:23 Translating the Bible from 2012-08-05T19:21:02

In this week's episode I discuss what I learned from watching a lecture by Biblical scholar Bart D. Ehrman.

As always...thanks for listening!

Ep:22 - Defining Atheism from 2012-07-29T23:13:31

In this episode, I briefly cover some news stories (including the recent Chik-Fil-A uproar), and discuss my own ongoing struggle to find an appropriate label for my beliefs.

As always...th...

ep 21: Literal vs. Figurative Belief from 2012-07-20T04:01:13

In this episode I examine the blurry line between literal and figurative belief. I've also begun re-upping some of the old episodes onto youtube. As always...thanks for listening.

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ep 20: Religion and Animal Cruelty from 2012-07-14T21:01:39

In this episode I discuss the recent story of a kitten buried alive in concrete, apparently as an act of retaliation by fundamentalist Mormons. I do my best to cover the story in a fair and openmin...

Ep 19: Ancient Aliens, Scientology and Rupert Murdoch from 2012-07-08T22:41:14

This week's episode is a mishmash of topics, including some recent Scientology related news stories, my beef with "Ancient Aliens" and a recent news story about a woman sentenced to read the Bible....

Ep 18: YouTube, Atheism and the Loch Ness Monster from 2012-07-02T01:54:13

I comment on some atheist debates (yet again), briefly discuss the Book of Revelation and even find time to cover a religious news story involving the Loch Ness Monster.

As always...thanks...

ep 17: Something from Nothing... from 2012-06-22T21:54:21

In this episode I wax philosophical about how something can come from nothing; discussing the big bang and the theories of Stephen Hawking and Lawrence Krauss. Also...yet more impromptu conspiracy ...

Ep 16: Morgan Freeman and Microtubules... from 2012-06-16T20:26:09

In this episode I revisit the topic of Stuart Hameroff and his theory regarding consciousness and microtubules. Also I discuss a recent news story concerning Morgan Freeman and his thoughts on God....

Ep 14: The Afterlife (Or Forever Is A Long-ass Time...) from 2012-06-05T17:20:16

A discussion of the belief in an afterlife and my reasons for doubting. As always, thanks for listening!

Ep 11: God Bless the Animals from 2012-05-13T18:15:03

A look at the plight of animals (including us) and the religious implications...

As always...thanks for listening!

Ep 10: Hidden Hands from 2012-05-06T20:40:17

A look at the phenomenon of "hidden hands": that feeling that someone or something is guiding or protecting us. Some of the related topics I touch on include Carl Jung's concept of "synchronicity" ...

Ep 09: Creationism from 2012-04-28T14:38:15

A brief history of Creationism. Also a personal Mea Culpa as I take time to eat some crow... As always thanks for listening!

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Ep 08: Memorializing Christopher Hitchens from 2012-04-23T02:29:11

In this episode: Memorializing Christopher Hitchens, Ted Talk references and my comments on the latest episode of Real Time with Bill Maher. As always, thanks for listening!

Ep 07: Atheism and the Transcendent from 2012-04-15T21:25:46

An exploration of how even Atheists have a "spiritual" side. I also cover a recent news story featuring Mel Gibson and his Maccabees project. As always...thanks for listening!