Friendly Atheist Podcast

By Friendly Atheist Podcast

Hemant Mehta and Jessica Bluemke Greiff cover the latest news, politics, and pop culture with a focus on atheism and religion. This is the official podcast for FriendlyAtheist.com.

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Number 1: 651 - Justice Dept. Releases False "Anti-Catholic" Bias Report
Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free AND VIDEO version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Justice Department “Weaponization” report falsely accuses FBI of anti-Catholic bias. (0:55) — Maine Supreme Court says dad can block daughter from attending mom’s harmful church. (27:30) — Texas evangelist raises flag lowered for Dolly Parton in anti-LGBTQ stunt. (46:17) — Christian Nationalist preacher claims his ministry has raised “over 50 people” from the dead. (57:30) — New Jersey didn’t ban prayer outside abortion clinics, but Christians are lying about it anyway. (1:06:20) — Jessica has a new website! This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
September 03, 20261h 20min
Number 2: 650 - A Demon Hunter Showdown
Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free AND VIDEO version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Conservative Christians in Texas are trying to harass Muslims out of existence. (1:08) — Dethroned Miss North Carolina USA sues pageant over her own bigoted posts. (19:56) — Christian metal band “Demon Hunter” sues Netflix over “KPop Demon Hunters.” (41:42) — Massachusetts High Court blocks Catholic statues from going up at Quincy police headquarters. (49:06) — How a ‘90s R&B star weaponized Christianity against his children. (54:09) — The GOP nominee for governor of Illinois doesn’t want to talk about his Creationist beliefs. (59:25) — Pete Hegseth is bringing Christian propaganda to schools on military bases. (1:08:19) This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
August 26, 20261h 16min
Number 3: 649 - Ten Commandments Showdown at Supreme Court
Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free AND VIDEO version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Texas’ Ten Commandments law is heading toward a Supreme Court showdown. (0:32) — Colorado school district dumps Bible-heavy curriculum borrowed from Texas after 3 days. (22:00) — Satanists sue Iowa officials for blocking them from erecting a holiday display in the Capitol. (31:40) — Arizona Supreme Court says pastor’s admission of abuse is NOT protected by religious privilege. (40:13) — Canada’s military tells chaplains: At public events, serve everyone, not just Christians. (54:07) — Connecticut Republicans finally rejected the Christian extremist they never vetted. (59:15) — Christian televangelist Katie Souza claims aliens stole her eggs and made a hybrid baby. (1:06:01) This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
August 19, 20261h 12min
Number 4: 648 - Christian Beauty Queen Loses Crown Over Racist Posts
Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free AND VIDEO version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Miss North Carolina USA said she lost her crown due to her faith. Then the racist posts surfaced. (1:34) — Virginia school district sued after repeatedly changing rules to block LGBTQ student club. (10:55) — School officials face charges after trans wrestler controversy fueled by the religious right. (23:10) — An anti-trans Christian activist is furious that a reporter quoted her accurately. (35:15) — Trump is trying to change childhood vaccine recommendations. (43:00) — Oklahoma candidate James Taylor has turned his classroom into a Christian campaign studio. (54:30) This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
August 11, 20261h 9min
Number 5: 653 - This Megachurch Has Eyes Everywhere
Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free AND VIDEO version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — A Texas megachurch’s 400 AI-powered surveillance cameras are deeply disturbing. (0:40) — GOP candidate Michael Whatley’s “integrity” prayer was led by a registered sex offender. (30:11) — Lawsuit says Christian school in Denver tried to “squash” a 13-year-old’s assault allegation. (39:22) — Virginia middle school students win LGBTQ club fight as school board members play victim. (52:12) — A teacher told a Kansas lawmaker “Trans rights are human rights.” Hours later, she was fired. (1:02:20) This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
September 16, 20261h 13min