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Robert And Amy yakk about news, culture, religion and whatever from a secular and atheist perspective. Join us for the weekly Mr Potter award or a yakking session.
A recent Twitter “discussion” got me thinking about morality and tolerance form a Secular Humanist point of view. I expound on what these mean to me.Join me on Twitter and […]
Well folks it has been a rough couple of years for us but we made it so far. We have decided to try this podcasting thing again. It will be […]
On this episode we start out with a Texas town that doesn’t like when the opposing message is displayed.Then we look into a story from Alaska where city officials walked
On this episode we talk about the right reason to remove a ten commandments plaque. Then look into the “Bible Tax” by Trumperdinck.We finish out the news with a story
In this episode we talk about our old friend “Judge” Roy Moore and his new campaign for another Mr. Potter Award.Then we cross over the a recent Supreme Court decision
In this episode we talk about a study that says atheist believe in the supernatural.Then we laugh at the idea of a straight pride parade.We finish up the news with
On this episode we cover some priest that think they are judges, a judge the thinks he is a priest and the magnetism between them.We also have a Florida Man
On this episode we ask why an Ark can’t stand up to a rainy day. Then we really cover this dress code banning dresses. We finish up the news with
This week we talk about Crosses and other signs on public buildings.Then we wonder why only Bibles are allowed at the table.We finish the show with a multi winner Mr.
After over a year off, we have decided that we like yakking so much that we are returning to the internets. Be warned, we are out of practice and on separate end of the world.
In this, our final episode, we talk about our favorite moments Robert drinks 3 glasses of wine just to get through the show. For almost three years, I sat at
In this episode we talk about a whole bunch of new bills going through state legislatures that promote religion, including one in Mississippi that rates a 10 on the Lemon
On this episode we announce our retirement from podcasting. Our last show will be on January 31st. If you have something you want to tell us leave us a voicemail
In this episode we talk about a non-random arson in Alabama. Then we decide never to go to Egypt because of thought crimes. We get some old new bills in
Ingersoll stuff Facebook Crumbling Creeds https://www.facebook.com/CrumblingCreeds/ “The Great Agnostic: Robert Ingersoll and American Freethought” By Susan Jacoby- https://www.amazon.com/Great-Agnostic-Susan-Jacoby-ebook/dp/B00AMYGFVC/ref=tmm_ki
In this episode we get a couple of updates on previous news stories including one stunned Roy Moore campaign spokesman. https://edition.cnn.com/videos/politics/2017/12/12/roy-moore-campaign-spokesman-swearing-on-bible-tapper-lead.cnn/video/playlists/doug
On this slightly shorter episode Robert clings to life as The Plague has set upon his chest and sinuses. We talk about the new Patreon fees and how you can
In this episode we talk about American Atheist annual holiday billboard. Then we move on to some kids being bullied at school for not being Christians. The rant for patrons
On this episode we talk about two different cities and their reactions to atheist displays. Then we discuss a new bill that suggests that the Bible Museum is not religious.
In slightly shorter and slightly more explicit episode we call the Pope a hypocrite. We wonder why a fictional book has a museum in the capitol. We also look at
On this week’s episode we go over an update to the GOP Tax plan. Then we see if Jesus can fix erectile dysfunction. We also talk about a new citizen
In this episode we talk about a video game turned religion. Then we discuss some of the finer points of the GOP budget. We round out the news with a
In this episode we talk about Ken Ham’s halloween trick on kids. Then we discuss why a video game makes conservatives think they are actually . We cover the scary
In this episode we find out that a Cross is actually a Christian Symbol. Then we wonder if we should stand for sitting. We finish the news with some good
In this episode we talk about aliens in politics and why Kim Davis is in Romania. Then we wonder how much of a theocrat is Donald Trump and why Ken
On this episode we talk about the status of The Original Motto Project and about Robert’s guest spot on Ask an Atheist. Then we find out what a Fox and
On this episode we bring up Roy Moore Again! Then we go off the rails and talk about the recent schism in the atheist community after the Mythcon fiasco. Fundraisers
On this episode we talk about 3 stories where Christianity is not allowed. Story one is an elementary school cafeteria. Story two is a city flag pole. Story three is
In this episode we talk about the next trending end of the world prediction and Planet X. We then bring Perma-Potter Roy Moore out for another round of bigotry. Then
We are back a bit early from our recovery since Robert got stir crazy in his recliner. This week we have a short teaser show since Robert can’t sit at […]
In this episode we repeat our plea for donations to helps us get through knee surgery. Then we cover a story about how a holy symbol is the only thing
In this episode we ask you for money to help after Robert’s surgery. We check in on three former potter winners to see if they still qualify for the honor
In this episode we cover the tragedy in Charlottesville VA and the statements of the Fascist in Chief. We also talk about defenders excuses for defending . Then we
This week we have a fulfilling Yakking Session with Justin Scott who is the Director of Eastern Iowa Atheists. Justin is an invocator, having given an invocation at city council
We celebrate our eleventy first episode with a look at the newly appointed religion freedom ambassador and how unqualified he actually is. Then we talk about a teacher who was
This week we talk about some old friends and new enemies Plus a very piggy Mr Potter award.
Gods chosen candidate, again, Congressional dress codes, a churchy solution to health care and a new segment called I cant believe it, man where we talk about the raeliens.
Wednesday July 12th is Net Neutrality day and we discuss the way we are working to support Net Neutrality.We start out with some ignorance of the Declaration of Independence and Trump supporters. Then we get into some polls about Trump and the current a
Amys back and we have some amazing stories about theocracies and super powered Potter Award.
In this episode our friend Tom Smith of Secularadio joins me since Amy is on another vacation to talk about a cross coming down in Florida and the backlash against secular lawyers from the “loving Christians” Then we cover some good news about separatio
In this episode we get a couple of informative voice mails from TDTF pod about power grids and executions. You can check his podcast at the link below. https://soundcloud.com/tdtfpod Then we get an update about the San Antonio Mayor who blames atheism
In this episode we have an informative yakking session with Gleb Tsipursky of Intentional insights. We talk about his new initiative The Pro Truth Pledge, which we have enthusiastically taken.
I Pledge To: Share the truth Sacrifice: I will strive to
In this episode Amy is left speechless when we cover a North Carolina church that thinks they can beat the “ “ out of their parishioners. Then we see how exactly how ignorant Rick Santorum really is. We wrap up the news segment with the Kentucky Gov
In this episode we talk about how to choke-slam your way into politics and how atheists are a menace to society. Then we do an impromptu Yak to the past about pseudo-historian David Barton. Then we have a Mrs. Potter Award showing how non-sexist we are
In this episode we start out with a story about child marriage that almost wasnt then we talk about a former margarine skeptic and his latest erroneous statements.
Then we really look at what came out or Uranus last year and finish up with some jury d
On this week’s show we find out who is the most persecuted religion. We follow that up by see how well Bible quotes can silence Amy. Then we hear the amazing plan of a candidate for sheriff to improve the finances of the county.
Then we have a potte
In this episode we cover Amy’s genetic disorder, Phenylketonuria (PKU). We cover the science and personal experience coping with it on a day to day basis. You may also notice that we were not entirely sober for this one. We have a good reason, really. Li
In this episode Robert rants about the latest attack on free speech by the Trumpflakes and the real meaning of Stephen Colberts homophobic joke. Then we go into an action alert to help raise money to provide an E Pluribus Unum plaque to the city of Fres
A huge shout out to Amy of The Ginger Snaps podcast who chatted with us in person this weekend. This week we talk about a prayer wall coming down and scientists on the move. Then we find out that atheism is the reason for poverty in San Antonio. We
In this episode Robert rants about some drama and Amy rants about Judge in Utah giving out easy sentences.
The we discuss which planet has the best moons for life.
We also get mad about Christian vandalism and a woman who apparently hates Clar
On this episode we catch up with the atheist invocation in the Iowa state house and cover a new Christian movie the pledges to have an even worse strawman than Gods not Dead. Then we have an awesome Interview with The Cellar Door Skeptics. You can find t
In this episode we talk about atheist invocation in Iowa. Then we look into a study to says atheist and devout religious folks dont really fear death. We end the news with a Texas judge who prays on the court, and not the legal kind of pray.
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This week we yak about a new lawsuit in West Virginia that says Bible class is public schools does not pass the Lemon test. Then we explore a new bill in Alabama that would remove religious exemptions of day care for following the rules. Then Robert has
In this episode Robert rants on the idea that vulgarity de-legitmizes an argument. Then we find out who thinks they are the most persecuted religion and then we find you who actually is persecuted. We also cover a hypocritical family values Oklahoma sta
In this episode we yak about some amazing news out of stem cell treatments. Then we talk about a cult in North Carolina and the insane practices of a truly dangerous part of religion. We also have a yakking session with Cory Johnson of the Brainstorm pod
In this episode we find out why a priest in India wants to drown women and talk about 7 new planets we can freeze people to get to. Then we cover a boy who won a girls state wrestling championship. Then our Potter award winner knows the solution to pove
On this special midweek show, we are joined by Chuck and Bridget from Camp Quest North West. We talk about what is like to be a counselor and put out the call for help staffing the camps this year. Joining is familiar voice Kerri and new voice Kelli, her
In this episode we talk about a former potter award winner as he wonders if sperm is alive like a tadpole. After that we go to Asheville and listen to a preacher complain about a boy doll and gender neutrality. Then we discuss a new bill that would auth
In this episode we get mad enough to drop some F-bombs about Blue Laws, Abortion rights and Anti-Transgender laws. Seriously we got angry.
Stories Blue laws in North Dakota and the role of women Representative Bernie Satrom and Representative Vernon
On this episode we go over the new Darwin Day Proclamation in Washington state. Then we cover how a Constitutional amendment would enable religious organizations to receive government money and let public schools become sectarian. Then we yak about Trum
On this episode we talk about the latest prayer bill going through Washington State that is bound to fail or bring in more Satanists to the 50 yard line. Then Robert gets all sciency and tells you how space can change your genome thanks to a twin study.
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In this episode we talk about a shield of faith for the inauguration and the impeding doom faced by a binary star system. Then we cover the growth of atheism in a pew poll. Then we bring back an anti LGBT school board member for the potter award. Robert
On this episode we break from out traditional format for an extra long Yakking session with Callie Wright of the Gaytheist Manifesto. We cover transgender issues and her latest struggles and successes with weight loss. If you don’t know Callie you reall
On this episode we talk about the trifecta of insanity perpetrated by Ken Ham. Then we go over the science behind hangover diarrhea. We also have give our Mr. Potter award to a largely ineffective state representative from Mississippi. Thanks again to
On this episode we talk about the GOP crowning a new king and introduce a new segment called the Nerd Herd where we look at using things to improve problem solving skills. Then we yak about a new law that protects atheists and bring out the Potteryist o
In this episode we get an update about the FFRF banner in Boca Raton Florida and we cover some of the atheist response to this type of display. Then we talk about blockers in South Carolina. We finish up with some breaking news about In God We Trus
Ingersoll quote Liberty cannot be sacrificed for the sake of temperance, for the sake of morality, or for the sake of anything. It is of more value than everything. Yet some people would destroy the sun to prevent the growth of weeds. Liberty sustains t
In this episode we talk about the new American Atheist billboards and why they are perfect. Then we expose yet another false Fox News headline and Obama says some really cool words at a holiday ceremony. Then we talk about reverse racism and a black San
In this episode we talk about the new project to revisit Robert Green Ingersoll and see if RFRA can get you out of paying taxes.
Then we go over the correct response to seeing boys in makeup.
Also Amy joins us because Tom is off doing Tom stuff Th
On this episode we talk about running out of electrons and self-baptism. Then we talk about Steven Hewitt being assaulted at his polling station and how Operation Christmas box uses free labor while violating the separation of church and state.
Then w
In this episode Kerri suggests that trees fall and Tom wants some crackers. We cover some listener feedback from Hugh Mann. Then we mourn the first casuality in the war on Christmas. Then we find out if church service counts as community service and Ray
This show is all about the election and the ramifications. Caution were pretty mad and we swear a bit. We start with a Potter award for the ages, then move into the possible cabinet. We talk what might happen during the first 100 days and why the elect
In this episode Kerri talks about a homophobic Halloween and we look at a homophobic Governor who is a sore loser.
Then we wonder why Priests are not mandatory reporters.
We finish off this extra long show with an interview with YUZIMA who joins us
In this episode we yak about how angry Robert gets when In God We Trust is discussed in council chambers and how mad the no atheist in fox holes argument makes him. Kerry shares an interesting story about learning a religious sermon in school and The Ori
On this weeks show we talk about our second long interval and ask why the PSAT has a religious question.
Then we head over to Kansas to talk about some religious terrorism and tell Newt Gengrich and David Silverman that their definition of “secul
This week we talk about a former Potter award winner that got what was coming to him and look at some chess related oppression. Then we throw in our two pence for the Potter award.
For those wondering about the pop culture reference check this out. Mu
On This episode we talk about going to the poles and some chauvinistic soccer. Then discuss the “real” meaning of Santorum and Tom takes on Carrier in his Yak to the Past segment.
In this episode Robert shares a story about making a difference and we cover a poll that we are no longer last in. We also talk about a new presence in Salem Massachusetts.
We also do a first in the Potter award and call out well known atheist Youtu
In this episode we talk about the recent controversy around the national anthem and the pledge. Tom is going to make everyone mad about Jesus and Kerri brings up a wall for secular activism.
On a side note we will be on the Atheist Nomads Lite the
On this episode we talk about the perversion of a certain Rabbi and when a marine should talk about weapons. We also get a report from Camp Quest with Kerri and then see if Tony Perkins might actually be right about why it floods. Tom joins us for a loo
n this episode we talk about how deleting comments costs a sheriff $41,000 and why a firefighter was told to burn. Tom joins us to compare Trump and Mussolini. Then we talk about a couple of big deals at the Olympics. Your link to the CampQuest quilts https://campquestnorthwest.org/2016/08/16/camp-quest-northwest-2016-quilt-auction/
and Toms Book of the week. It's Dangerous to Believe: Religious Freedom and Its Enemies https://www.amazon.com/Its-Dangerous-Believe-Religious-Freedom/dp/0062454013
On this episode we revisit a couple Mr. Potter Winners, and find out why Satan is into drugs. Then we talk about a praying coach and a very devilish Bailey Award. This week we also bring on our daughter, Kerri to yak with us. The link to her video is here. and Tarkus Claypool is here.
In this episode we discuss the how the DNC dissed atheists and how atheists are helping the hot homeless. Then Tom joins us for an appropriate look at how Jefferson was once dissed.
Tom's book of the week is Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power by Jon Meacham
Then we cover the speeches of the RNC as our Potter award 2 parter.
In this episode we yak about more Christian Persecution over a billboard and how they reacted to a Satanic prayer in Pensacola. Tom returns to talk about Nazis and Evolution. And then we go to the GOP Convention for the Potter Award. Tom's Book of the week Our SON Partner of the week is In The Name Of God- The Podcast
In this episode we talk about a failed bathroom initiative and a soon to be failed congressional bill on "Religious Freedom". We also see how the boat launch went in Kentucky and hear something backwards from the Banana Man. All that and the Potter Award. This weeks SON Partner if the Paranormal Skeptic Academy.
In this episode we recap the We The People rally in Olympia on June 29th. We also ask you to help out Tom as he starts a new phase in his life. We also talk about the new transgender rules in the military and if you can legally burn a flag. We also ask Greenpeace to stop hating on GMOs while we applaud NASA and wonder why anyone wants to see a giant boat. Our SON partner of the week is In the Name of God, The Podcast. Toms link- https://www.gofundme.com/2czngff8 Link to my motto recap- http://originalmotto.us/2016/07/we-the-people-rally/
In this episode we talk about working on, eating from and how to get to Mars. Tom is back with Yak From the Past and The House Un-american Activities Commission.
All that and this weeks Potter award.
In this episode we congratulate the Democratic party for some really good planks on their platforms and thank some Canadians for their hard work. Then we talk about a bad curfew idea and catch somebody lying. All that and this weeks Mr. Potter award This weeks SON partner is In the Name of God- The Podcast. And this is your last chance to get info on the rally.
Warning, this one is explicit! In this episode we go a little off the rails about the religious terrorism in Orlando Florida and we finally have that conversation about guns we keep putting off. Then Tom goes all 2nd Amendment on Yak from the Past and we cover some of the worst things anti-gay Christians said this week. We do top it all off with a little good news form Missouri. Tom's book of the week Over the Edge of the World: Magellan's Terrifying Circumnavigation of the Globe Our SON network partner is Secular Scarlet
In this episode we get an update on the Brewster County sheriff and his cross decals. Then we try to find out if King Tut was in fact a Goa'uld and if Hitchens did have deathbed conversion. Then Tom tells us why we are wrong about Lincoln in Yak from the Past and a Christian pastor fails to understand religious demographics. All that and a new Mr. Potter Award.
Tom's book of the week is Was America Founded As a Christian Nation?: A Historical Introduction By John Fea
Join the Rally In this Episode we get an update on the Port Neches Cross and discover if a man gets his 50 shekels. Then we talk about what Ray Comfort can do with his "footlong." Tom Joins us for his segment now titled Yak From the Past. Link from his segment: The Death of the Christian Nation: The Judiciary and Church-State Relations
This week we tell you how to celebrate Towel Day and get an update from Oklahoma. Then we talk about an underhanded property sale by a city and ask if you can get a bachelors degree in atheism. Then Tom returns with a segment on the religious ideas of t
In this episode we go full political and talk about Washington I-1515 and 2 new atheist running to state senate. We also talk about the Rally in June and Tom returns to talk about slavery. All that and the Mr. Potter Award.
On this episode we celebrate one year with a beer. We see if atheist scholarships are unconstitutional and what is happening with a former Mr. Potter winner (hint he is in some hot water!) Then we introduce a new segment with our friend Tom Essel. It is something about history. This week is the Treaty of Tripoli. Tom's history segment can be seen at Danthropology.
Our SON partner is Paul Sating with The Q and Atheist Apocalypse.
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In this episode we get a voicemail and announce show new stuff for the show. Then we talk about yet another decal on police cruisers and a creepy Jehovah Witness video. The we talk about transgender discrimination in Washington state.All that and the new Mr. Potter award. Our SON partner of the week is Secular Scarlet
Secular Outreach network Secular Yakking is a proud member of the Secular Outreach Network. SON is a group of skeptical, secular and humanist content creators collaborating with the goal of creating high quality entertainment — and just maybe — to do some good along the way. Find out more about SON and the other shows that make up the network atSecularOutreach.com
In this episode we talk about removing separation of church and state in Oklahoma while denying the right for Satanists to hold a black mass in Oklahoma City. The we talk about Hitchens' alleged late life conversion to Christianinity and why the Good Lord Above will smite the United States now. This weeks SON partner is the Atheist Apocalypse.
This week we change our schedule and ask you to give money to some body else. Then we both get angry because people are not thinking about the children. Plus the Bailey award. Give your money here!
In this episode we talk about the dreaded DHMO and learn the best way to get removed from a church. We also see if Ice cream is the best option for spreading the word of Jesus for 6 year olds. All that and the Potter award.
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This week we revisit an interview I did last summer with Nikki Moungo and Kristi Hart about their struggles dealing with grief as an atheist. This is a special encore because I just spent most of the day in the ER with chest pains and we really aren't up to producing a full show. But we will be back next week with more news and of course the Potter award.