The God Theory Podcast
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The God Theory Podcast
A Clinical Psychology Ph.D. student and a literary analyst talk about topics surrounding atheism and disbelief in a predominantly Christian culture.
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52 episodi49- Mother Fucking Theresa
We dismantle the PR spin and modern day myth of the sadistic Albanian hypocrite who was recently given sainthood by an international cabal of child ra...
47- STOP SHOOTING BLACK PEOPLE!
Back from summer hiatus, we talk about the rising number of Millennials who identify as nonbelievers, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the existen...
46- The Psychology of Belief in Miracles
Why do so many people believe in miracles and the supernatural? Are they lying or do they genuinely believe in magic? Short answer: Memory is fallib...
45- Philosophy of Violence with Dr. Dan Fincke
We interview Dr. Dan Fincke of Camels with Hammers concerning violence. Is it ever justified? What is the metric we can use to determine the appropr...
44- Just Admit You're Wrong
Why do people resist admitting that they're wrong? Why is "let's agree to disagree" preferable to actually updating your worldview to be more accurate...
43- God's Not Dead 2
God's even less dead with the sequel that hit theaters yesterday! Find out what happens to a teacher who so much as MENTIONS Jesus in a school in Arka...
42- The Morality of Health and Happiness
Another terror attack. Yay religion!
Also, motivated reasoning, liberal extremism and why universal healthcare is a moral issue.
41- Is Trump a Narcissist?
Narcissism is a word that gets used colloquially. But it is also a diagnostic used in psychological medicine. Does Trump suffer from Narcissistic Pe...
40- Why the Hillary Hate?
We read an article about Hillary Clinton that attempts to defend her from her Democrat detractors. Some points sway us, others, not so much. Also: B...
39- What is Kafkatrapping?
We discuss the concept of kafkatrapping and how to avoid it. How can the left have constructive discourse where all ideas can be scrutinized while st...
38- Motivated Reasoning and Social Media Civics
Should we support the troops even if we don't agree with them? Why is secular government part of the Constitution? Are American laws based on the 10...
37-5 Secrets About Being a Mormon Missionary
We discuss an old cracked.com article offering a behind the scenes look at life as a Mormon Missionary, aka cult brainwashing 101. David gives his ow...
36- Is the Oregon Standoff Mormon Terrorism (rerelease)
Reupload of episode 36 with better sound quality after I effed up the compression. Hopefully this sounds much better. Sorry, folks! :)
35- Secular Students with JT Eberhard (rerelease)
Due to audio issues, we've recompressed and rereleased the last two podcasts. Sorry for the audible assault!
36- Is the Oregon Standoff Mormon Terrorism?
We look into the issues of racism, terrorism and the Mormon background to the Oregon militia standoff.
35- Secular Students with JT Eberhard
We respond to a listener's question about being a high school atheist in a Catholic school, and give advice for secular students everywhere. JT Eberh...
34 - Does Atheism Make Everything Better?
After a series of unfortunate events, David found himself taking comfort in being an atheist. What does atheism help with and what is more difficult b...
33 - Is Atheist Proselytizing a Thing?
Last one was just a text file, oops! Can atheists proselytize? Are we really pressing our beliefs, thoughts, or "religion" on others? Should we? When...
33 - Is Atheist Proselytizing a Thing?
Can atheists proselytize? Are we really pressing our beliefs, thoughts, or "religion" on others? Should we? When should we play nice, and when should...
Nessun file audio32- Trigger Warnings
We discuss the function and effects of trigger warnings, as well as how America has behaved after the November 13th terrorist attacks in France.
31- Halloween and Hell
Leaving the supernatural behind makes demons and witchcraft a lot less scary. How Heaven and Hell are behavioral control mechanisms dialed up to the...
30- Euthyphro's Dilemma
We discuss Plato's dialogue in which Socrates deconstructs the ideas of justice, piety, and divinity. Why do Christians have a double standard for my...
29- PhD...Really?
We get a little snooty about academia. Not every PhD is created equal. Also, schools continue to get confused about what the separation of church an...
28- Religious News Blues
Odds and ends as the Republicans continue to self destruct, going down kicking and screaming as gay marriage sweeps the nation and God threatens to de...
27- Religious Football and Gun Violence
Mississippi makes headlines about school football and religion...again. Another horrifying mass shooting takes place in an American college...again....
Dangers of Skepticism
The Pope's visit brings adulation from the media, who seem willing to ignore a host of horrific bigoted nonsense for a few trite talking points. Also...
25- Christian Terrorism and Pornography Addiction
The Oathkeepers bring to light just how big a problem Christian terrorism is in this country and abroad. Also: Is pornography addiction a real thing...
24- Kim Davis Hilarity with JT Eberhard
We speak with JT Eberhard of WWJTD to discuss Kim Davis, the first martyr of the war on Christianity! Also, we get taken in by an elaborate Poe accoun...
23- Religious Trends in the U.S.
Jeremiah runs through the most recent PEW survey data on recent trends in the U.S. while David conjectures on why Christians are so eager to point the...
Episode 22 - Jesus as a Myth with Jared Smith
This week, we talk about a contemporary historical theory that states that Jesus was likely a myth and not an actual historical figure. We had an inte...
21 - Bernie Saaaaaaaaaanders
Jeremiah is interested in politics for the first time ever! Jeremiah and David discuss Trump and Sanders, his bizarro-world doppleganger. Will we fin...
20- Seer Stones Revealed by Mormon Church
David discusses the Mormon Seer Stone revealed by the LDS church, the history behind the Mormon Church, and 19th century Mormon magical thinking. Jer...
Episode 19 - Catholic Sins and Women Badassery
Catholics are doing some very immoral things, many women are very excited about an event that just occurred, and black people are still being targeted...
18 - Conversation with Russell Glasser
Russell Glasser from The Atheist Experience joins us this week to discuss myriad topics. This one was a lot of fun. Enjoy!
17 - Superstitious Behaviors
Superstitions and religions have their roots in behavioral psychology, confirmation bias, and the infallibility of memory. Come give pigeons religion...
16 Being Outted as an Atheist
God gets credit for David's charity, Jeremiah's wife is outted as an atheist at work, and we bathe in the tears of Christian temper tantrums now that...
15- Leaving Pentecostal with Mat from Positive Dissent
We talk with Mat Boes of the Positive Dissent podcast about language, censorship, and his experience growing up Pentecostal and experiencing spiritual...
14- 8 Steps to Confront Your Wife About Sex
Jeremiah and David dredge through the mire that is biblicalgenderroles.com to read the most misogynistic and patronizing marital advice they have ever...
Episode 13 - Changing Opinions
This week, David talks about a new theory about the Bible that might clarify the narrative! Also, a new study came out revelaing more information abou...