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Truck Case MentorDepositions (Part 3 of 3)Welcome to Episode 10 of Truck Case Mentor! I’m Fred Burkey, and this is Part 3 of our series on depositions. In this final installment, we’ll focus on advanced techniques that will set you apart in truck litigation.In this episode, we cover:✅ How to research and understand your witness’s emotional context✅ Why giving witnesses space to speak can lead to major admissions✅ The value of “practice bombing” in front of the court reporter✅ The ultimate key to success: thorough preparationMastering depositions requires strategy, confidence, and preparation. This episode ties everything to...
2025-06-0306 min
Truck Case MentorYour Essential Guide To Truck Case MasteryTruck litigation is tough, but you don’t have to face it alone. Truck Case Mentor is your guide to navigating complex truck cases with confidence. Hosted by Fred Burkey, this podcast is designed for attorneys who want to sharpen their skills, uncover key evidence, and achieve better outcomes for their clients.Whether you’re new to truck litigation or a seasoned litigator looking to refine your approach, you’ll find practical strategies, proven tips, and real-world insights to elevate your practice. From uncovering the truth and developing winning legal theories to mastering depositions and framing your case f...
2025-06-0301 min
Truck Case MentorDepositions (Part 2 of 3)Welcome to Episode 9 of Truck Case Mentor! I’m Fred Burkey, and this is Part 2 of our deep dive into depositions—one of the most critical aspects of truck litigation.In this episode, we focus on strategy and preparation to ensure you get the strongest admissions possible. We’ll cover:✅ How to obtain and leverage key documents before depositions✅ Working with experts to shape powerful legal theories✅ Gaining admissions from different corporate representatives✅ Why deposing the CEO can be a game-changer✅ The balance between structured outlines and active listeningA strong depos...
2025-05-2707 min
Truck Case MentorDepositions (Part 1 of 3)Welcome to Episode 8 of Truck Case Mentor! I’m Fred Burkey, and today we’re kicking off a three-part series on depositions—one of the most powerful tools in truck litigation.If you’ve ever felt like you’re just going through the motions in depositions, unsure of what questions to ask, which witnesses to depose, or whether you’re truly getting to the heart of the case, you’re not alone. In this episode, we break down proven techniques to take control of your depositions and use them as a strategic tool for winning your case.We’ll dis...
2025-05-2009 min
Truck Case MentorOvercoming Your FearsIn this episode of Truck Case Mentor, Fred Burkey shares a powerful perspective on fear—an experience every attorney faces, especially in high-stakes truck litigation. Fred recounts how fear drove him to new heights in his career, pushing him to dig deeper, strategize smarter, and ultimately achieve extraordinary outcomes for his clients. Learn how to harness your fear as a catalyst for growth and success in your legal practice.Have questions or feedback?Email Fred at Fred@TruckCaseMentor.com or visit TruckCaseMentor.com.
2025-05-1304 min
Truck Case MentorSecuring The Best ExpertsIn this episode of Truck Case Mentor, Fred Burkey highlights how the right experts can transform your truck litigation cases. From uncovering the “why” behind accidents to exposing system failures, experienced experts bring vital insights that can elevate your case and increase its value. Fred also shares how working with experts can deepen your knowledge and help you craft stronger arguments.Have questions or feedback?Email Fred at Fred@TruckCaseMentor.com or visit TruckCaseMentor.com.
2025-05-0605 min
Truck Case MentorInvestigative SpiritIn this episode of Truck Case Mentor, Fred Burkey explores the power of digging deeper and embracing an investigative mindset to uncover hidden opportunities in truck litigation. When insurance coverage seems insufficient or parties appear limited, Fred shares proven strategies to look beyond the surface. With real-world examples, he demonstrates how understanding relationships, the transportation cycle, and asking the right questions can lead to better recoveries for your clients.Have questions or feedback?Email Fred at Fred@TruckCaseMentor.com or visit TruckCaseMentor.com.
2025-04-2905 min
Truck Case MentorDigital Technology and OrganizationIn this episode of Truck Case Mentor, Fred Burkey shares how embracing digital technology and organizational strategies can level the playing field in truck litigation. Learn how tech tools can help you stay organized, present evidence effectively, and outmaneuver even the most well-funded defense teams. With practical insights and real-life examples, Fred highlights how a tech-forward mindset can make all the difference.Have questions or feedback?Email Fred at Fred@TruckCaseMentor.com or visitTruckCaseMentor.com.
2025-04-2204 min
Truck Case MentorIntellectual TechnologyIn this episode of Truck Case Mentor, Fred Burkey explores how mastering the right knowledge and strategies—what he calls intellectual technology—can give you a critical edge in truck litigation. From uncovering regulatory violations to exposing system failures, Fred shares a compelling case study and practical advice to help you build stronger cases and achieve better results.Have questions or feedback?Email Fred at Fred@TruckCaseMentor.com or visit TruckCaseMentor.com.
2025-04-1505 min
Truck Case MentorCrafting Legal Theories That WinFred unpacks the art of crafting legal theories that resonate with judges and juries. Truck cases aren’t just about driver error—they’re about uncovering systemic safety failures by motor carriers. Fred shares insights on focusing your case, identifying key vulnerabilities, and answering the critical questions every jury will ask: What happened? Why did it happen? Why should we care? Learn how to creatively build winning arguments that lead to impactful settlements.Have questions or feedback?Email Fred at Fred@TruckCaseMentor.com or visit TruckCaseMentor.com.
2025-04-0809 min
Truck Case MentorFraming Your Case to Appeal to Your Judge & JuryFraming a case is one of the most critical skills in truck litigation. In this episode, Fred Burkey shares how to shape your arguments to connect emotionally with your audience—whether it's a judge or jury. Learn how to present compelling facts as a cohesive story, focus on arguments that resonate, and avoid overwhelming your audience with confusion. Fred illustrates these techniques with a real-world example of a truck case that hinged on engaging storytelling.Questions or comments?Email Fred at Fred@TruckCaseMentor.com or visit TruckCaseMentor.com.
2025-04-0108 min
The Bike Karma Bicycle and Cycling Stories PodcastBK EP 63 - Bicycles and Boats - Cycling Through Fire - We All Fall
The Mission of the Bike Karma Podcast is just to be a friendly point on the map for anyone who loves any type of bicycle to make connections with other bicycle enthusiasts from inside and outside of their own camps. From riding, to fixing, to collecting... from beginners to champions... from the garage workshop to the peloton... we've either covered it or are probably planning on it.
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2022-07-031h 19
Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast)The CCLI Conversation with The Evangelicals - Episode 462Episode 462
The CCLI Conversation with The Evangelicals
Jonathan Burkey and Jeremy Thompson stop by for a visit.
Each episode of The Evangelicals Podcast features Jonathan and Jeremy, two young Evangelical pastors who discuss identity and cultural topics. This week they join Rick Lee James on Voices In My Head to talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of CCLI.
Find THE EVANGELICALS PODCAST here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-evangelicals/id1427013335
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2022-03-3051 min
Victims and Villains#363 | Judas and the Black Messiah (2021)Fred Hampton was an American revolutionary gone too soon. So much of his story is tied to the Black Panther Party. Daniel Kaluuya embodies the leader of the party in the new biopic, Judas and the Black Messiah. In this episode, we'll break down misconceptions around the ideas and history of the Black Panther Party, their impact and their influence on their surrounding cities. We theorize how Hampton’s ideology could impact our modern social age. Judas is a movie that challenges our tolerance for social justice. We challenge you guys to dig deep into the history of the Black Pa...
2021-02-191h 23
Victims and VillainsLin Shaye Interview & The Babadook | Episode 332Horror legend, Lin Shaye, is sitting down with us to talk about her new movie, The Call. Which you can get your tickets for right now, right here: https://thecallmovie.com/. You’ll find that Ms. Shaye has a lot in common with Fred Rogers. Plus, we’re giving away five digital copies of Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time for the Play Station 4. To find out how, simply listen to the episode ;) For our main attraction, we are sitting down with Ivotres Littles host behind the YouTube page, Horror Movies & Beyond (http://bit.ly/332guest) to talk about the movie...
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Humanists Take on the WorldMonster on SundayWe are joined by Tally and Steve from the band Monster on Sunday.
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2016-11-171h 13
Humanists Take on the World173 Monster on SundayWe are joined by Tally and Steve from the band Monster on Sunday.Monster on Sunday YouTubeRecovering From Religion Thanks-for-Giving streamathon – Dustin is on Sunday, November 20 at 2:30 PM CSTDUSTING OFF THE DEGREE – GnosticismNews“Housing First” coming to BoiseFormer inmate sues prison over ban on SatanismSPLC reports over 300 hate incidents since the electionFEEDBACKBig Poppa Pump via YoutubeRandy via FacebookPat via FacebookNew iTunes Review – freeengergymachineSUPPORTERSNew patron – Mark EvansThis episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter...
2016-11-171h 13Humanists Take on the World172 Election RecapTo talk about the election we have Wayne, a Capitol Hill staffer and friend of Dustin’s from high school.Senate Map Governor racesPOTUS: R: EC: 279, G: 49.99% D: EC: 228 G: 50.01%Why Trump won and the media missed it Election Turnout Fifth time the winer of the popular vote loses State ballot measures White Nationalists are pleased with the results Muslims faced hate at the polls Michele Bachmann credits God with the electionOther News Washington, DC opens a Humanist wedding “chapel” Cat...
2016-11-101h 10Humanists Take on the World171 News for November 3, 2016Teaching creationism in Texas may go away depending on the electionFear me, fear my fatherBundy gang found not guiltyPoking holes in Pence’s moralsRFRA mom who beat her son with a coat hanger gets probationPretending to be a racist still makes you a racist | Frat boy | LynchingFatal measles complication more common than thoughtDinosaur brain fossil foundMars lander crashedMen's contraceptive trailFEEDBACK@PittAtheistThis episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor - >US$35.00* Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Bu...
2016-11-031h 08Humanists Take on the WorldNews for November 3, 2016Teaching creationism in Texas may go away depending on the election
Fear me, fear my father
Bundy gang found not guilty
Poking holes in Pence’s morals
RFRA mom who beat her son with a coat hanger gets probation
Pretending to be a racist still makes you a racist | Frat boy | Lynching
Fatal measles complication more common than thought
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2016-11-031h 08Humanists Take on the World170 Peeing on ChurchesNote: There is almost 20 minutes of bonus content for patrons.SDA Church, women’s ordination, and church unity Raif Badawi’s lashes to resume License plate issue in Pennsylvania | via FFRF AZ school assembly taught girls to be abstinent and boys how to date | via The Friendly Atheist Trump: Not sure if he’ll accept defeat Trump: Ripping Babies out Nebraska Atheists “The Good Life Without God? It’s possible,” with Lamar Advertising Lets pee on a church! Urine is slowly bringing it down! Guess the Catholic church is missing the...
2016-10-271h 02Humanists Take on the WorldPeeing on ChurchesNote: There is almost 20 minutes of bonus content for patrons.
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2016-10-271h 02Humanists Take on the World169 Shaking Things UpIdaho legislators punt on faith healing reviewKenai Peninsula Borough Assembly restricts invocationsThe Crusaders have been arrestedNewt Gingrich calls on pastors to run for officeTrump and Sexual AssaultTrump caught on a live mic in 2005Pat Robertson defends TrumpPro Trump pastor says accusers are like SatanBack to other newsEstimates for how many galaxies there are have been increasedTeresa did the thing that was done to herThis episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthRuss from the Kitsap...
2016-10-2057 minHumanists Take on the WorldShaking Things Up* Idaho legislators punt on faith healing review
* Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly restricts invocations
* The Crusaders have been arrested
* Newt Gingrich calls on pastors to run for office
Trump and Sexual Assault
* Trump caught on a live mic in 2005
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* Pro Trump pastor says accusers are like Satan
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* Estimates for how many galaxies there are have been increased
* Teresa did the thing that was done to her
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2016-10-2057 minHumanists Take on the WorldInciting Incident with Al and AstridFight Blood Cancers by donating under Dustin or under Lauren
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In this week’s episode we have our conversation from the Light the Night Streamathon with Al Goodlive and Astrid from the Inciting Incident Podcast.
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2016-10-1354 minHumanists Take on the World168 Inciting Incident with Al and AstridFight Blood Cancers by donating under Dustin or under LaurenWatch Part 1 and Part 2In this week’s episode we have our conversation from the Light the Night Streamathon with Al Goodlive and Astrid from the Inciting Incident Podcast.You can find their show at www.alexandergoodlive.com/inciting-incidentThis episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthRuss from the Kitsap Atheists & AgnosticsFrankDarryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per monthVirginia DawnPaul BurkeyBT MotleyGeorgeGold Sponsor...
2016-10-1354 minHumanists Take on the WorldF Cancer with Shujin Tribble and Brigid FitchFight Blood Cancers by donating under Dustin or under Lauren
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In this week’s episode we have our conversation from the Light the Night Streamathon with Shujin Tribble and Brigid Fitch of Holy Crap the Vlogcast.
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2016-10-061h 01Humanists Take on the World167 F Cancer with Shujin Tribble and Brigid FitchFight Blood Cancers by donating under Dustin or under LaurenWatch Part 1 and Part 2In this week’s episode we have our conversation from the Light the Night Streamathon with Shujin Tribble and Brigid Fitch of Holy Crap the Vlogcast.You can find their how at holycrapthevlogcast.comThis episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthRuss from the Kitsap Atheists & AgnosticsFrankDarryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per monthVirginia DawnPaul BurkeyBT MotleyGeorgeGold Sponsor – US...
2016-10-061h 01Humanists Take on the WorldNews for September 29Streamathon
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DUSTING OFF THE DEGREE – Christianity’s Gender Problem
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* ACLU and the State of Idaho have reached an agreement over booze/obscenity law
* Catholic Church acquits priest rapist
* Pastor hangs himself after sending dick pics to church members
* Laying on of hands with Trump
* Trump and Islam
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2016-09-291h 11Humanists Take on the World166 News for September 29StreamathonDonate under Dustin or under LaurenWatch Part 1 and Part 2DUSTING OFF THE DEGREE – Christianity’s Gender ProblemPOLITICS AND RELIGIONACLU and the State of Idaho have reached an agreement over booze/obscenity lawCatholic Church acquits priest rapistPastor hangs himself after sending dick pics to church membersLaying on of hands with TrumpTrump and IslamSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGYNew Zodiac adds challenge for Ted Cruz killingsEuropa spews forth new geyser sightingsOxytocin enhances spirituality during meditationFEEDBACKFrom Data LoganSUPPORTERSNew Platinum Sponsor – MichaelThis episode is brough...
2016-09-291h 11Humanists Take on the WorldIdaho Atheists with Gary MitchellLight the Night Streamathon September 24 1:00 PM – 1:00 AM MDT
On this week’s episode we’re joined by Gary Mitchell, president of Idaho Atheists. We talk about his background, Idaho Atheists, Idaho, and then geek out at the end.
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2016-09-221h 02Humanists Take on the World165 Idaho Atheists with Gary MitchellOn this week’s episode we’re joined by Gary Mitchell, president of Idaho Atheists. We talk about his background, Idaho Atheists, Idaho, and then geek out at the end.Idaho Atheists Facebook Page Idaho Atheists Facebook Group Idaho Atheists MeetupThis episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthRuss from the Kitsap Atheists & AgnosticsFrankDarryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per monthVirginia DawnPaul BurkeyBT MotleyGeorgeGold Sponsor – US$4.00 – US$7.00 per monthThe Flying SkepticRene...
2016-09-221h 02Humanists Take on the World163 More Fun Times with Sam MulveyIn this week’s episode of the Atheist Nomads we are joined again by Sam Mulvey from Ask an Atheist. We discuss the latest changes and upcoming plans for his show, the atheist community, and political shenanigans.This episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthRuss from the Kitsap Atheists & AgnosticsFrankDarryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per monthVirginia DawnPaul BurkeyBT MotleyGeorgeGold Sponsor – US$4.00 – US$7.00 per monthThe Flying SkepticRenee Davis-PeltMarkMikeLaTonyaDuncanJaded ZappaAlexWillHenryAlanRachelBumboclaatInciting IncidentBronze Sponsor – < >PeterHeatherShawnA...
2016-09-081h 06Humanists Take on the WorldMore Fun Times with Sam MulveyIn this week’s episode of the Atheist Nomads we are joined again by Sam Mulvey from Ask an Atheist. We discuss the latest changes and upcoming plans for his show, the atheist community, and political shenanigans.
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2016-09-081h 06Humanists Take on the WorldFailed Apologetics with Robert M. LaurenceWe are joined by Robert M Laurence to talk about his recent departure from religion as he was studying to be an apologist, how this went over with his family, how the atheist community helped him out, and more.
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2016-08-261h 05Humanists Take on the World161 Failed Apologetics with Robert M. LaurenceWe are joined by Robert M Laurence to talk about his recent departure from religion as he was studying to be an apologist, how this went over with his family, how the atheist community helped him out, and more.TwitterFacebookThis episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor - >US$35.00* Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* GeorgeGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* The Flying Skeptic* Renee Davis-Pelt* Mark* Mike* LaTonya* Duncan* Jaded...
2016-08-261h 05Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 160 – News for August 18, 2016DUSTIN’ OFF THE DEGREE – The Weirdos: Mormons, Adventists, and JWsTHIS DAY IN HISTORY – August 181920 – The Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, guaranteeing women’s suffrage1963 – American civil rights movement: James Meredith becomes the first black person to graduate from the University of MississippiUS NewsKennedy sues Bremerton School DistrictBeck claims Barton has a Doctorate in EducationTrump says that Obama founded ISISIdaho Legislative committee investigating faith healing exemption | Statesman | SpokesmanWorld NewsPriest who was been working for Mother Teresa’s canonization explains her miracles | Via Friendly AtheistRabbis are raising mo...
2016-08-181h 13Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 159 – Revival with Moe SpencerWe are joined by Moe Spencer a marijuana lawyer in Everett, Washington and former Adventist of Afro-Caribbean decent. We talk about his background, experience as a black Adventist in Texas, and of course drug laws.WebsiteEmail us at contact@htotw.com or call us at (541) 203-0666.This episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor - >US$35.00* Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* GeorgeGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* The Flying Skeptic...
2016-08-111h 10Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 159 – Revival with Moe SpencerWe are joined by Moe Spencer a marijuana lawyer in Everett, Washington and former Adventist of Afro-Caribbean decent. We talk about his background, experience as a black Adventist in Texas, and of course drug laws.
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2016-08-111h 10Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 157 – Formerly Fundie with NateWe are joined by Nate and discuss his fundamentalist home church, home school upbringing and his escape from fundamentalism.
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2016-07-281h 03Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 157 – Formerly Fundie with NateWe are joined by Nate and discuss his fundamentalist home church, home school upbringing and his escape from fundamentalism.Nate’s Blog @formerfundie on TwitterNate also wanted us to share a link to Homeschoolers Anonymous for anyone who needs a place to chat with others who were home schooled.This episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthRuss from the Kitsap Atheists & AgnosticsFrankDarryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per monthVirginia DawnPaul BurkeyBT MotleyGeorge...
2016-07-281h 03Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 156 – News Special for July 21, 2016DUSTING OFF THE DEGREE – Religion and TribalismTHIS DAY IN HISTORY – July 21 1925 – Scopes Trial: In Dayton, Tennessee, high school biology teacher John T. Scopes is found guilty of teaching evolution in class and fined $100POLITICS AND RELIGIONLGBT Issues and the GOP Platform with Callie Wright of the Gaytheist Manifesto Cops killing black men and black men killing cops with Ishmael Brown of Angry Black RantFEEDBACKAliceSUPPORTERSNew Patron – AliceThis episode is brought to you by:Dark Matt...
2016-07-211h 11Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 156 – News Special for July 21, 2016DUSTING OFF THE DEGREE – Religion and Tribalism
THIS DAY IN HISTORY – July 21
1925 – Scopes Trial: In Dayton, Tennessee, high school biology teacher John T. Scopes is found guilty of teaching evolution in class and fined $100
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2016-07-211h 11Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 155 – Ghost Busting with Hayley StevensWe are joined by Hayley Stevens, a UK paranormal investigator and ghost hunter. We talk about her investigations, background, psychics, and more.
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2016-07-141h 03Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 155 – Ghost Busting with Hayley StevensWe are joined by Hayley Stevens, a UK paranormal investigator and ghost hunter. We talk about her investigations, background, psychics, and more.Blog: Hayley is a Ghost Geek Podcast: The SpooktatorThis episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthRuss from the Kitsap Atheists & AgnosticsFrankDarryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per monthVirginia DawnPaul BurkeyBT MotleyGeorgeGold Sponsor – US$4.00 – US$7.00 per monthThe Flying SkepticRenee Davis-PeltMarkMikeLaTonyaDuncanJaded ZappaAlexWillHenryAlanRachelBumboclaatInciting IncidentBronze Sponsor – < >PeterHeatherShawnAl from South CarolinaFull...
2016-07-141h 03Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 154 – News for July 7, 2016Sci-Fi Nomads has launched!DUSTING OFF THE DEGREE – Religious LibertyTHIS DAY IN HISTORY – July 71928 – Sliced bread is sold for the first time (on the inventor’s 48th birthday) by the Chillicothe Baking Company of Chillicothe, Missouri1947 – The Roswell incident, the (supposed) crash of an alien spaceship near Roswell in New MexicoNATIONAL NEWSJudge throws out Mississippi’s religious freedom lawTransgender service members can now serve openlyChristianMingle must serve gay singlesTwo members of congress accused for Muslim Brotherhood associationWORLD NEWS28 killed in attack in BangladeshMore than 200 killed in Baghdad bomb...
2016-07-0752 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 153 – But America Has Bears with Shelley SegalShelley Segal is an Australian musician who has played both the 2012 and 2016 Reason Rallies and has toured to many atheist, humanist, and freethought conferences around the US and the world. At the end she plays two songs for us. She was previously on Atheist Nomads back on episode 17.You can find out more about her and her music on her website at www.shelleysegal.com/.This episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthRuss from the Kitsap Atheists & AgnosticsFrankDarryl Goosse...
2016-06-301h 00Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 153 – But America Has Bears with Shelley SegalShelley Segal is an Australian musician who has played both the 2012 and 2016 Reason Rallies and has toured to many atheist, humanist, and freethought conferences around the US and the world. At the end she plays two songs for us. She was previously on Atheist Nomads back on episode 17.
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2016-06-301h 00Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 152 – News for June 23, 2016DUSTIN’ OFF THE DEGREE – Awe of natureTHIS DAY IN HISTORY – June 231960 – The United States Food and Drug Administration declares Enovid to be the first officially approved combined oral contraceptive pill in the world1972 – Title 9 of the United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 is amended to prohibit sexual discrimination to any educational program receiving federal funds1964 – Joss Whedon, American director, producer, and screenwriterPOLITICS AND RELIGIONThe Pulse ShootingFacebook removing Arab atheist groups and pagesNorth Carolina Dems are going to add protecting non-believers to their platformTrump Questions whether or not Clinton is a ChristianRumors of 5 year ol...
2016-06-231h 11Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 151 – Christian Rock with Shannon LowWe are joined by Shannon Low of the Order of Elijah experimental metal band. The band started with a Christian label, but moved to a secular label and now Shannon has come out as an atheist.
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2016-06-1652 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 151 – Christian Rock with Shannon LowWe are joined by Shannon Low of the Order of Elijah experimental metal band. The band started with a Christian label, but moved to a secular label and now Shannon has come out as an atheist.This episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthRuss from the Kitsap Atheists & AgnosticsFrankDarryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per monthVirginia DawnPaul BurkeyBT MotleyGeorgeInciting IncidentGold Sponsor – US$4.00 – US$7.00 per monthMarkThe Flying SkepticRenee Davis-PeltMike PriceLaTonyaDuncanJaded ZappaAlexWillHenryAlanRachelBumboclaatBronze Sponsor – < >MarkPeterHeather...
2016-06-1652 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 150 – News for June 9, 2016Wesley was robbed, kick in some money to help him get a new laptop.THIS DAY IN HISTORY - June 9* 1978 - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints opens its priesthood to "all worthy men", ending a 148-year-old policy of excluding black menDUSTING OFF THE DEGREE - PrayerNEWS* Idaho father forced his 14 year old daughter to marry her rapist | Via Raw Story* Utah dad punched for taking his daughter to the bathroom* Canadian parents on trial for murder for their 37 lb, 15 year old, diabetic child’s death* Judge sentences Catholic man to attend Baptist Church services* Brewster County, Texas se...
2016-06-091h 10Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 149 – Chatting with Fellow PodcastersIn this week's episode we are joined by Jesse Dollemore from the I Doubt It with Dollemore, Shujin Tribble from Holy Crap the Vlogcast, and Al Laiman from Inciting Incident.Jesse DollemoreI Doubt It with DollemoreYouTubeShujin TribbleHoly Crap the Vlogcast@ShujinTribbleRoswell Park Cancer InstituteThe Ride For RoswellAl LaimanInciting IncidentBlog TalkFacebookAl LaimanThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* GeorgeGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* Mark* The Flying...
2016-06-021h 13Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 149 – Chatting with Fellow PodcastersIn this week’s episode we are joined by Jesse Dollemore from the I Doubt It with Dollemore, Shujin Tribble from Holy Crap the Vlogcast, and Al Laiman from Inciting Incident.
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2016-06-021h 13Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 148 – News for May 26, 2016Save Vaping and keep Dustin from going back to cigarettesTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - May 26* 1857 - Dred Scott is emancipated by the Blow family, his original owners* 1948 - The U.S. Congress passes Public Law 80-557, which permanently establishes the Civil Air Patrol as an auxiliary of the United States Air ForceDUSTING OFF THE DEGREE - MiraclesUS NEWS* Cardinal said trans people are killing God | Via Friendly Atheist* US House passes bill to protect atheists, ritualistic slaughter, and circumcision* Adventist Church’s Pacific Union College is allegedly firing a professor for inviting Ryan Bell to speak at the campus | Via Fr...
2016-05-261h 11Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 147 – Dispatches From the Culture Wars with Ed BraytonWe are joined by Ed Brayton of the Dispatches From the Culture Wars blog and have a good time discussing his background, why atheism isn’t enough, wine, constitutional law, and more!
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2016-05-191h 15Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 147 – Dispatches From the Culture Wars with Ed BraytonWe are joined by Ed Brayton of the Dispatches From the Culture Wars blog and have a good time discussing his background, why atheism isn't enough, wine, constitutional law, and more!BlogYouTubeThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* George* Hugh Mann* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget Sound* AlexGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* Mark* The Flying Skeptic* Renee Davis-Pelt* Mike Price* LaTonya...
2016-05-191h 15Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 146 – News for May 12, 2016* Get the App* Support for Jolene daughter of listener Kyle’s coworkerTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - May 12* 1820 – Florence Nightingale, Italian-English nurse, social reformer, and statistician was born* 1935 – Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith (founders of Alcoholics Anonymous) meet for the first time in Akron, Ohio, at the home of Henrietta SiberlingDUSTING OFF THE DEGREE - The Virgin of GuadalupeDOMESTIC NEWS* North Carolina sues over Justice Department complaint while the Justice Department sues as well* Roy Moore has been suspended* Mississippi mayor thought prayer would make the potholes go awayINTERNATIONAL NEWS* Saudi girls demand PE class* Pakistani girl killed in honor killin...
2016-05-1258 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 145 – Secular Mental Health with Tom MeachamIn this week's episode we talk about mental health again, this time with a psychiatrist, Dr. Tom Meacham. We talk about addiction, anxiety, depression, how atheists are mental health wise, and touch on quite a bit more.Help Jolene's family pay for her cancer treatmentsiOS AppAndroid AppThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* George* Hugh Mann* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget Sound* AlexGold Sponsor...
2016-05-051h 15Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 144 – News for April 28, 2016DUSTING OFF THE DEGREE - The 144,000THIS DAY IN HISTORY - April 28* 1932 - A vaccine for yellow fever is announced for use on humans*1984 - Dustin was born* 1986 - High levels of radiation resulting from the Chernobyl disaster are detected at a nuclear power plant in Sweden, leading Soviet authorities to publicly announce the accident* 1994 - Former Central Intelligence Agency counterintelligence officer and analyst Aldrich Ames pleads guilty to giving U.S. secrets to the Soviet Union and later Russia* 1996 - Port Arthur massacre, Tasmania: A gunman, Martin Bryant, opens fire at the Broad Arrow Cafe in Port Arthur, TasmaniaSCIENCE...
2016-04-2855 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 143 – The Satanic Temple of Seattle with Lilith StarrWe are joined by the head of the Seattle Chapter of The Satanic Temple and author of The Happy Satanist, Lilith Starr. We talk about how satanism changed her life, her establishing of the Seattle Chapter of The Satanic Temple, and a bit about her depression and physical disabilities.WebsiteBookThe Satanic Temple SeattleEmail us at contact@htotw.com or call us at (541) 203-0666.This episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor - US$36+* Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month...
2016-04-2156 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 142 – News Live from TacomaDUSTING OFF THE DEGREE - MaryTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - April 14* 1775 – The first abolition society in North America is established* 1828 – Noah Webster copyrights the first edition of his dictionary* 1846 – The Donner Party of pioneers departs* 1865 – U.S. President Abraham Lincoln is shot in Ford's Theatre* 1912 – The British passenger liner RMS Titanic hits an iceberg* 2005 – The Oregon Supreme Court nullifies marriage licenses issued to gay couplesSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* Ribose and related sugars from uv irradiation of interstellar ice pieces created the base for RNA, ribose sugar!* Newton dabbled in alchemy, searching for the recipe for the Philosopher’s Stone. Recently Chemical Heritage Found...
2016-04-141h 04Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 141 – Hunting Chupacabra with Ben RadfordWe are joined by scientific/skeptical paranormal investigator Ben Radford and discuss his background and skeptical investigations of the paranormal and go off about Mormons and Scientology.FacebookTwitterDiscoveryThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* George* Hugh Mann* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget Sound* AlexGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* Mark* The Flying Skeptic* Renee Davis-Pelt* Mike Price* LaTonya* Duncan* Jaded Zappa* Will...
2016-04-071h 08Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 140 – News for March 31, 2016* Episode 142 recording live in Tacoma* Wesley won something…* YouTube ChannelDUSTING OFF THE DEGREE - The SaintsTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - March 31* 1492 - Jews to be expelled from Spain* 1776 - Abigail Adams asks her husband to “remember the ladies”SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* Terapod like pelvis found in cavefish* Siberian Unicorn live during human timesPOLITICS AND RELIGION* State Legislative Update- Indiana passed new abortion restrictions- Companies threaten to boycott Georgia if anti-LGBT bill passes | Governor vetoes it- North Carolina has passed anti-LGBT bill | AG Won’t defend it | This guy will have to go to the bathroom with your wife- Idaho’s Bible in s...
2016-03-311h 08Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 139 – Boise’s Best Comic with Mikey PullmanWe are joined by the 2015 Boise's Best Local Comedian, Mikey Pullman. He's also the host of the annual Boise Atheist Comedy Show and a host on the now defunct Latter Day Atheist podcast. We discuss comedy, his upbringing in "The Body", conversation, and oh so much more.We also have nearly 52 minutes of unedited patron only content were we talk mostly about robots, robot rights, and robot sex.Latter Day AtheistThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00...
2016-03-241h 03Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 138 – News for March 17, 2016Humanist Service CorpsThe new setup!THIS DAY IN HISTORY461 - Saint Patrick Dies1966 – Off the coast of Spain in the Mediterranean, the DSV Alvin submarine finds a missing American hydrogen bombPOLITICS AND RELIGION* State Legislative Update- Idaho’s bill to end faith healing for children is dead- Oklahoma’s anti-abortion bill is dead- Debate on Iowa hate crime law derailed over abortions- Kentucky senate Bible class bill | Via Danthropology- Oregon to allow secular affirmations* Tump’s just like Jesus’ disciples...* ...or not a Christian* Ted Cruz is afraid of what will happen with one more liberal Justice* South African Pastor challenges...
2016-03-1744 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 137 – Bi Any Means with Trav MamoneWe are joined by Trav Mamone, host of the Bi Any Means podcast and discuss their podcast, story, non-binary gender identities, pronouns, and then kind of geek out for a bit.WebsiteFacebookTwitterThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* George* Hugh Mann* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget Sound* AlexGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* Mark* The Flying Skeptic* Renee Davis-Pelt* Mike Price* LaTonya...
2016-03-1057 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 136 – News for March 3, 2016* Behind the Scene Videos* Dustin’s Studio Tour* Dustin’s Editing Process* Match up to $100 on new patronage and paypal donations towards purchase of new audio interface so Dustin can set up a third microphone he already has.DUSTING OFF THE DEGREE - SatanTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - March 3* 1836 - Texas formally signed declaration of independance from Mexico* 1904 - Dr Seuss was born* 1915 – NACA, the predecessor of NASA, is founded* 1929 - Congress passes Jones Act* 1938 – Oil is discovered in Saudi ArabiaSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* Oldest fossil nervous system found* US Considers approaches to fight Zika* Update on Vaginal SeedingPOLITICS AND RELIGION* State Go...
2016-03-031h 12Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 135 – Geologic with George HrabWe are joined by George Hrab of the Geologic podcast and blog, the drummer of the Philadelphia Funk Authority, frequent emcee of skeptic conferences like The Amazing Meeting, QED, and Australian Skeptics Convention, and the most frequent guest on the SGU.WebsitePodcastNECSSThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Frank* Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* George* Hugh Mann* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget Sound* AlexGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per...
2016-02-251h 17Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 134 – News for February 18, 2016DUSTING OFF THE DEGREE - God and SatanTHIS DAY IN HISTORY* 1930 - Pluto discovered* 1954 - The first Church of Scientology is established in Los Angeles* 1955 - Operation Teapot: Teapot test shot "Wasp" is successfully detonated at the Nevada Test Site with a yield of 1.2 kilotons. Wasp is the first of fourteen shots in the Teapot series* 2011 - Green River serial killer pleads guilty to 49th murderSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* It’s all about the waves, manPOLITICS AND RELIGION* State legislative update- Idaho: Faith healing exemption for medical neglect- Idaho: Bible in schools- Idaho: Science standards rejected- Mississippi: Bill to allow teachers to...
2016-02-181h 09Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 133 – God Awful Movies with Eli BosnickWe are joined by Eli Bosnick, co-host of God Awful Movies, frequent guest on the Scathing Atheist, professional New York City magician and former stand up comedian.God Awful MoviesScathing Atheist@elibosnickThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget SoundPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* George* Hugh MannGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* Mark* Gary from Idaho Atheists* The Flying Skeptic* Renee...
2016-02-111h 19Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 132 – News for February 4, 2016YouTubeDustin’s guest appearances* Utah Outcasts* Secular Stories* Forgot to share the link from Waiting 4 WrathDUSTING OFF THE DEGREE - The TrinityTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - February 4* 1677 – Johann Ludwig Bach, German violinist and composer* 1913 – Rosa Parks, American activist (d. 2005)* 1940 – George A. Romero, American director and producer* 1947 – Dan Quayle, American sergeant, lawyer, and politician, 44th Vice President of the United States* 1948 – Alice Cooper, American singer-songwriter and actor* 1967 – Lunar Orbiter program: Lunar Orbiter 3 lifts off from Cape Canaveral's Launch Complex 13 on its mission to identify possible landing sites for the Surveyor and Apollo spacecraft* 2004 – Facebook, a mainstream online social networking site, is founded by Mark...
2016-02-041h 11Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 131 – Epistemology and Ethics with Chris KingChris King is a philosopher specializing in research ethics. We discuss research ethics and consent, epistemology, his religious background, and internship at the Discovery Institute. We also discuss the breaking news about the Bundys that came up during recording.This episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics Travis Megee Frank Darryl GoossenPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month Virginia Dawn Paul Burkey BT Motley George Hugh Mann Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget SoundGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month Mark Gary...
2016-01-281h 17Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 130 – News for January 21, 2016DUSTING OFF THE DEGREE - Religion and DiversityTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - January 21* 1738 – Ethan Allen born - Maker of unfinished, kinda shitty furniture and American general was born* 1954 – The first nuclear-powered submarine, the USS Nautilus, is launched in Groton, Connecticut by Mamie Eisenhower, the First Lady of the United States.* 1977 – United States President Jimmy Carter pardons nearly all American Vietnam War draft dodgersSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY - Cascadia* Water Column Drop?* Slow Earthquake* NOAA BuoyPOLITICS AND RELIGION* Pakistan withdraws bill to raise marriage age* Pakistani boy chops off own hand* Canadian mom fights school prayers* First militant arrested in Burns* Oak Ridge...
2016-01-2153 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 129 – A Science Comic with Miles GrebWe are joined by Miles Greb, creator of the After the Gold Rush science comic book. We chat about his comic and background and then thoughts on atheism, skepticism, Jesus, computers, Star Wars, and atheists and skeptics in popular media.WebsiteTwitterFacebookThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget SoundPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* George* Hugh MannGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month...
2016-01-141h 05Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 128 – News for January 7, 2016Happy New Year!Dusting off the Degree - Favorite Bible Passage - Galatians 4:1-3THIS DAY IN HISTORY - January 7* 1789 - First U.S. presidential election* 1947 - “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” is the #1 song on the U.S. pop charts* 1999 - 1999 - Clinton’s Senate impeachment trial beginsSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* The periodic table get its last seats filled, making all Chemistry textbooks obsolete!* The smaller the reptile, the faster the tonguePOLITICS AND RELIGION* Armed group seized federal building in Oregon* Six people caned for public affection and gambling in Aceh* New ISIS rulings for handling captives released | Sex slaves | Organ harves...
2016-01-071h 10Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 127 – The Original Motto with Robert RayWe are joined by Robert Ray of the Original Motto Project, Humanists of the North Puget Sound, Secular Humanists of Everett, and the Secular Yakking podcast. We discuss the spread of "In God We Trust" in counsel chambers and on patrol cars and his efforts to replace it with the original motto, "E Pluribis Unum", his podcast, the local organizations he runs, and his work as a Humanist Celebrant.Original Motto ProjectSecular Yakking PodcastHumanists of the North Puget SoundSecular Humanists of EverettHumanists of WashingtonPuget Sound CelebrantThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month...
2015-12-311h 03Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 126 – News for December 24, 2015Religion and HolidaysTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - December 241294 – Pope Boniface VIII is elected, replacing St. Celestine V, who had resigned1826 – The Eggnog Riot at the United States Military Academy begins that night, wrapping up the following morning* 1865 – The Ku Klux Klan is formed* 1913 – The Italian Hall disaster ("1913 Massacre") in Calumet, Michigan, results in the death of 73 Christmas party goers held by striking mine workers, including 59 children* 1914 – World War I: The "Christmas truce" beginsSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGYAll About the Planets*Water Discovered on Mars*Pluto’s Surface Revealed*Philae rises from the dead!* Check out Space.com for other awesome photos from this year, i...
2015-12-241h 13Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 125 – Angry Black Rant with Ishmael BrownWe are joined by Ishmael Brown from the Angry Black Rant Podcast and discuss his podcast, Pentecostal upbringing, race issues, the death penalty, and so much more!WebsiteFacebookTwitterThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget SoundPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* George* Hugh MannGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* Mark* Gary from Idaho Atheists* The Flying Skeptic* Renee Davis-Pelt* Alex* Mike Price...
2015-12-171h 13Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 123 – The Satanic Temple of Seattle with CaseCase is with The Satanic Temple of Seattle and lead their street action challenging the Jehovah's Witnesses at a downtown Seattle transit center and their challenging of Coach Joe Kennedy's 50 yard line prayers at Bremerton High School football games.WebsiteFacebookMeetupThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget SoundPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT Motley* George* Hugh MannGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* Mark...
2015-12-031h 09Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 122 – News for November 26, 2015Happy Thanksgiving!John Harvey KelloggTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - November 26* It's Thanksgiving!* 1862 - Alice in Wonderland manuscript is sent as a Christmas present* 1989 - MTV Unplugged premieresSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY - PIGEONS* Compass protein found in fruit fly* Pigeons can be taught to find cancerous tissue on slidesPOLITICS AND RELIGION* Paris Attacks* Beirut bombing* Jeb Bush only wants to let Christians in and Ben Carson wouldn’t allow any Syrian refugees in* Donald Trump said he would spy on Mosques and refugees* All Muslims called terrorists at Virginia city council meeting* Baby abandoned in the manager* Thousands quit Mormon church in ma...
2015-11-261h 11Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 121 – Interview with Jamila BeyJamila Bey is a journalist and public speaker. She was host of the Sex Politics and Religion: SPAR with Jamila Bey on the Voice of Russia, wrote for the She The People blog on the Washington Post, and spoke at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) earlier this year as as an atheist and an African American woman.TwitterWikipediaThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget SoundPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00...
2015-11-1959 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 120 – News for November 12, 2015Warning Options1. The podcast you're about to listen to includes cursing and talking about huhas. Please be advised.2. The podcast you’re about to listen to has an explicit tag for a goddamn reason. Please be advised.3. The podcast you’re about to listen to covers topics that may not be appropriate for children or Dustin’s parents. Please be advised.4. The podcast you're about to listen to may not be appropriate for all audiences. If you fit in that category, kindly fuck off. Please be advised.Email your vote to contact@htotw.comAdventists and Science* 18.1 million members* 175 Hospitals* 136 Nursing Homes...
2015-11-1259 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 119 – Special on Mental HealthWe are joined by our partners, Lauren and Meredeth to discuss our mental health issues, the roles that family and religion have played, and how we deal with them now.This episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget SoundPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT MotleyGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* Mark* Gary from Idaho Atheists* The Flying Skeptic* Renee Davis-Pelt* Alex* Mike Price...
2015-11-061h 11Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 118 – News for October 29, 2015Adventist History - Fighting the cult labelTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - October 29* 1929 - The New York Stock Exchange crashes in what will be called the Crash of '29 or "Black Tuesday", ending the Great Bull Market of the 1920s and beginning the Great Depression | Great Depression* 1942 - Bob Ross, American painter and television host (d. 1995)* 1960 - In Louisville, Kentucky, Cassius Clay (who later takes the name Muhammad Ali) wins his first professional fight* 1997 - Anton LaVey, American occultist and Emperor Ming impersonator, died on this day. He is famous for founding the Church of Satan.* 1998 - Space Shuttle Discovery blasts...
2015-10-291h 09Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 117 – Secular Sexuality with Dr. Darryl RayDr. Darrel W. Ray is the host of the Secular Sexuality podcast, founder of Recovering From Religion, and the author of four books, two on organizational team issues, The God Virus: How Religion Infects Our Lives and Culture and Sex and God: How Religion Distorts Sexuality. He has been a psychologist for over 30 years, practicing counseling and clinical psychology for 10 years then moved into organizational psychology and consulting. He has been a student of religion most of his life and holds a MA degree in religion as well as a BA in sociology/anthropology and a Doctorate in psychology.We...
2015-10-221h 03Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 116 – News for October 15, 2015INTROEllen G WhiteTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - October 15* 1881 - P. G. Wodehouse is Born* 1990 - Mikhail Gorbachev wins Nobel Peace PrizeSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* Blue skies seen from pluto’s dark side as New Horizons flew by* Neocortex of rat brain simulated in computer* Scientists discover a way to target cancerous cells with MalariaPOLITICS AND RELIGION* Televangelist believes Planned Parenthood clinics host satanic rituals* Congressional Crisis* Archaeologist believes he’s found Sodom* Witchcraft and exorcism cases rising in the UK* Hindu Air Force dental technician accused of being a witch | MRFF letter* Umpqua Community College ShootingFEEDBACK* Randy LaMonda via FacebookEmail us at c...
2015-10-151h 01Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 114 – News for October 1, 2015INTRO* Show notes can be found at htotw.com/114* Light the Night* Hi Mom and Dad!The Early AdventistsTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - October 1* 1964 – Japanese Shinkansen ("bullet trains") begin high-speed rail service from Tokyo to Osaka* 1989 – Denmark introduces the world's first legal modern same-sex civil union called "registered partnership"* 2013 – The U.S. federal government shuts down non-essential services after it is unable to pass a budget measureSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* NASA announces there is liquid water on Mars* Some Dominican girls turn into boys* A biofluorescent turtle found in the PacificPOLITICS AND RELIGION* Pope Francis trip | Kim Davis | Shakira* Sovereign citizen asks i...
2015-10-0155 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 113 – Indian Ex-Adventist and Black Ex-Baptist with Jamila and Chris RandallWe are joined by Jamila and Chris Randall. Chris was raised in an Baptist African American home in Chicago and is now an atheist and aerospace engineer. Jamila was raised in an immigrant Indian Adventist home and was a classmate of Dustin. She's now also an atheist and is a blogger, author, speaker, and activist. We discuss their backgrounds, how their families have taken their deconversions, and of course food. Ex-SDA's will really enjoy this walk down memory's lane, the rest of you will be shocked at what Adventists eat.BlogPodcast Coming Soon: Real Talk with the Randalls podcastAdditional bonus...
2015-09-241h 18Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 112 – News for September 17, 2015INTROLight the NightWilliam Miller and 1844THIS DAY IN HISTORY - September 17* 1884 - California judge sets a record for trying criminal cases* 1916 - Manfred von Richthofen shoots down his first plane* 1976 - The first Space Shuttle, Enterprise, is unveiled by NASA* 1996 - Oprah launches book clubSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* New Hominid Species Found in South Africa* California Snowpack at 500 year low* Public Health England has found vaping to be 95% safer than smoking | Lancet | Popular MechanicsPOLITICS AND RELIGION* Kim Davis Update | Mike Huckabee | Ben Carson | Muslim Flight Attendant* New Mexico mother required by judge to attend Christian counseling* Williamson County, Texas tried to...
2015-09-171h 07Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 111 – Black Nonbeleivers with Alix JulesAlix Jules is president of Black Nonbelievers of Dallas, on the board of Secular Avenue, was the first atheist featured in Ebony Magazine and international news outlets, blogs at Graffiti Wall on Patheos and is the funny guy on Dogma Debate.Secular AvenueBlack NonbelieversBlogDogma DebateThe discussion continued after the official close and is available to patrons only.SUPPORTERSNew Patrons - $52This episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget SoundPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00...
2015-09-101h 16Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 110 – News for September 3, 2015INTROThe End is ComingTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - September 3* 1783 - Treaty of Paris signed* 1812 - Pigeon Roost Massacre* 1914 - Dixy Lee Ray was born* 1991 - Director Frank Capra DiesSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* Three Category 4 hurricanes are in the eastern Pacific* Carbon dating says the Qu’ran could predate MuhammadPOLITICS AND RELIGION* Kim Davis is facing a contempt hearing for failure to comply with orders to issue marriage licenses to same sex couples* CFI-Pakistan founded* St Mary’s Academy fires lesbian, changes equal employment policy* Ashley Madison, Josh Duggar, and Danica Dillion | RehabFEEDBACK@NgodWeTrusted via Twitter@CCTakato via TwitterEmail us at contact@htot...
2015-09-031h 06Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 109 – Genetic Engineering with Amber Sherwood KWe are joined by science communicator Amber Sherwood K and talk about her work communicating science about genetic engineering and your food among other things.TwitterKitsap Atheists and AgnosticsKitsap County SkepticsThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget SoundPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT MotleyGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* Mark* Gary from Idaho Atheists* The Flying Skeptic* Renee Davis-Pelt* Alex* Mike Price...
2015-08-271h 12Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 108 – News for August 20, 2015INTROThe FloodTHIS DAY IN HISTORY August 20* 1911 - First around the world telegram sent* 1977 - Voyager II Launched* 2004 - Record-setting tow-truck parade held in Washington StateSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* Octopus genome surprises scientists | Gene Family* Spaghetti Monster from 4000 feet under the sea!POLITICS AND RELIGION* Fourth Bangladeshi blogger murdered, police have a solution* 11 year old in Paraguay gives birth due to abortion ban* Mike Huckabee would have made her carry the baby to term* Target removing gender based toy and bedding signage* John Oliver takes on Televangelists and starts his own church* French court upholds rule that schools don’t have to ha...
2015-08-2051 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 107 – An Atheist in Texas with Dr. Zach Moore, Part 2We are joined by Zachary Moore. He holds a PhD in molecular biology, was the host of the Apologia and Evolution 101 podcasts, the Executive Director and a founder of the Fellowship of Freethought in Dallas, Coordinator of the Dallas/Fort Worth Coalition of Reason, Treasurer of Camp Quest Texas, and on the Board of the Foundation Beyond Beleif.Gospel of DoubtThe Doubting ThomasesFellowship of FreethoughtFoundation Beyond BeliefSUPPORTERSThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the...
2015-08-1350 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 106 – News for August 6, 2015INTRO* Windows 10* Archway HostingThe Antediluvian PeriodTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - August 6* 1945 - Enola Gay drops "Little Boy" on Hiroshima* 1965 - Voting Rights Act of 1965 took effect* 2012 - Nasa's Curiosity rover lands on MarsSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 40:24* Ebola vaccine trial shows it to be 100% effective* Scientists develop first new Lager yeast in centuries* First ever new species found through social mediaPOLITICS AND RELIGION* Catholic Church in Kenya told to shut up about the Polio Vaccine* Senate attempt to defund Planned Parenthood blocked* Huckabee won’t rule out using the federal forces to stop abortions* New York man attacks the wrong gay couple* Ho...
2015-08-061h 05Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 105 – An Atheist in Texas with Dr. Zach Moore, Part 1We are joined by Zachary Moore. He holds a PhD in molecular biology, was the host of the Apologia and Evolution 101 podcasts, the Executive Director and a founder of the Fellowship of Freethought in Dallas, Coordinator of the Dallas/Fort Worth Coalition of Reason, Treasurer of Camp Quest Texas, and on the Board of the Foundation Beyond Beleif.Gospel of DoubtThe Doubting ThomasesFellowship of FreethoughtFoundation Beyond BeleifSUPPORTERSThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the...
2015-07-3042 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 104 – News for July 23, 2015INTROCreation “Science”THIS DAY IN HISTORY - July 23* 1982 - The International Whaling Commission decides to end commercial whaling by 1985-86* 1995 - Comet Hale-Bopp is discoveredSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* Deep Space Climate Observatory returns first picture of whole Earth* Pluto has a tail like a comet!* Single cell organism with a complex eyeball?!?POLITICS AND RELIGION* EEOC rules that workplace sexual orientation discrimination is already illegal* “First Amendment Defence Act” would prohibit discriminating against religiously motivated discrimination* Cult kicked out of public high school* Tampa Church sends woman collection letter* Satanic temple to unveil the Baphomet statue July 25* Chattanooga recruiting station and Navy ope...
2015-07-2358 minHumanists Take on the WorldEpisode 103 – We both love scissoring with Callie WrightWe are joined by Callie Wright, the host of the Gaytheist Manifesto podcast, a trans activist, and a rising star in the atheist community.WebsiteTwitterPodcast FacebookPersonal FacebookThis episode is brought to you by:Nuclear Sponsor - US$20.00 - US$35.00 per month* Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics* Travis Megee* Vernware* Frank* Darryl Goossen* Robert Ray from the Humanists of the North Puget SoundPlatinum Sponsor - US$8.00 - US$19.00 per month* Virginia Dawn* Paul Burkey* BT MotleyGold Sponsor - US$4.00 - US$7.00 per month* Mark* Gary from Idaho Atheists* The Flying Skeptic* Renee Davis-Pelt* Alex* Mike Price* Mark* LaTonya* Duncan MargettsBronze...
2015-07-161h 05Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 102 – News for July 9, 2015INTRO* USA USA USA wins Women’s World Cup!!!ANTHROPOCENTRISMTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - July 9* 1955 - Presidential Candidate Lindsey Graham born* 1976 - Female cadets enrolled at West Point* 1981 - Donkey Kong released* 1986 - The Parliament of New Zealand passes the Homosexual Law Reform Act legalising homosexuality in New ZealandSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* Celebrating summer when we are the farthest away from the sun* Computer glitch on NASA’s New Horizon prompts quick reboot* Happy Shark Week!* Major explosion rocks SpaceXPOLITICS AND RELIGIONThe Backlash* Tennessee hardware store is “no gays allowed* Many county clerks don’t want to obey* Hood County, TX Clerk re...
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