Neuroscientist Dr. John Wathey joins us for a deep dive into belief and the brain. THE BOOK: https://amzn.to/3UX5vzkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

The Phantom God: What Neuroscience Reveals about the Compulsion to Believe (with Dr. John Wathey)

Seth Andrews, a former Christian broadcaster and believer for 30 years, ultimately escaped the bonds of superstitious thinking to embrace the more satisfying explanations that science provides.  A professional video producer and host of one of the most popular atheist communities on the internet, Seth Andrews brings a polished format, a relaxed environment and a rage-free challenge to the religious beliefs that defined his youth.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

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Renowned neuroscientist Dr. Robert Sapolsky joins us for an exploration of our brains, religions, good/awful behaviors, and why we don't (?) have free will.VIDEO of this conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

PRIMITIVE: Care, Cruelty, Religion, & Reason in the Human Animal (with Dr. Robert Sapolsky)

Skeptoid podcast host Brian Dunning is here to talk about "them"...and those who believe in them.Watch the VIDEO of this conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

We Come in Peace? The Religion of Alien Conspiracy Theories (with Brian Dunning)

Lots of interesting claims and questions in this week's podcast as callers drive the conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

The United States Proves God! (and other listener calls)

Tucker Carlson joined Joe Rogan's April 19, 2024 podcast to talk about AI, spirits, evolution, and UFOs. Science educator Aron Ra has thoughts.VIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/shk7NGaiLasVIDEO Systematic Classification of LIfe PT1: https://youtu.be/AXQP_R-yiuw?si=ANWBcz7vARiS57L0Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

Tucker Carlson VS. Reality (with Aron Ra)

Known as one of the "Four Horsemen" of "New Atheism," Daniel Dennett was a philosopher, professor, author, and speaker whose resume spans almost half a century.In the wake of his death on April 19, 2024, we take a moment to remember.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

The Phantom God: What Neuroscience Reveals about the Compulsion to Believe (with Dr. John Wathey)

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