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Humanists Take on the World24 Privacy matters – Abortion, LGTBQ, and More In the news we talk about gay priests getting outed, dads in trouble with AI, and women getting in trouble for abortions. Then we talk about online privacy. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at +1 (208) 996-8667 or htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show on a monthly basis with Patreon or just once with PayPal, credit or debit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay links are at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discord News More gay priests outed...2023-03-2722 min

Humanists Take on the World24 Privacy matters - Abortion, LGTBQ, and MoreIn the news we talk about gay priests getting outed, dads in trouble with AI, and women getting in trouble for abortions. Then we talk about online privacy.The feedback form is at htotw.com/contactLeave us voice message at +1 (208) 996-8667 or htotw.com/speakpipeSupport the show on a monthly basis with Patreon or just once with PayPal, credit or debit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay links are at htotw.com/donateSubscribe at htotw.com/subscribeJoin our Discord server at htotw.com/discordNewsMore gay priests outed by Grindr data purchased by Catholic groupGoogle...2023-03-2722 min

Humanists Take on the World443 Burning Books in the name of LibertyThis week we talk about banning and burning books. Sale on the store $13 shirts and up to 35% off everything else until Sunday The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at +1 (208) 996-8667 or htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordBanning and Burning Books Spotsylvania School Board Appoints Chair Who Backed Burning Books, Fires Superintendent Wentzville School Board bans acclaimed novel from high school libraries over obscenity complaints Wikipedia - Book Burning Wikipedia - Nazi book burningFeedback Sal via the websiteThis...2022-01-2716 min

Humanists Take on the World442 Where did priestly celibacy come from?This week we talk about what clerical celibacy is, who it applies to, how it developed, and the problems it’s causes. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at +1 (208) 996-8667 or htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordSources Pope criticizes people without children as selfish History Extra: History of Clerical Celibacy Wikipeida: Clerical Celibacy Wikipedia: DeaconFeedback Danielle via PatreonThis episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle Pat Acks from the Humanists of Idaho SoJo Big Easy Bl...2022-01-2138 min

Humanists Take on the World441 The Huguenot DiasporaThis week we talk about the Huguenot Diaspora, with a personal connection for Dustin with some Huguenot ancestors. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at +1 (208) 996-8667 or htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordSources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Huguenots#Exodus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GuanabaraConfessionof_Faith https://www.geni.com/people/Lovijs-ten-Bossche-Louis-duBois-The-Patentee/6000000006168775363 https://www.geni.com/people/Catherine-DuBois/6000000003096865306 https://www.geni.com/people/Magdalena-Blanchan/6000000006168927205 https://www.geni.com/people/Matthew-Blanchan/6000000005924698218 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis...2022-01-1450 min

Humanists Take on the World440 The HuguenotsThis week we talk more about the upcoming rebrand and also talk about the Huguenots, the French Calvinists probably named after a Swiss Catholic. It’s a story of dissent, religious wars, dynastic struggles, and mass exile. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordFeedback Noel via the website Beatriz via the websiteSupport New Patron - SallyThis episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle Pat Acks from the Humanists of Id...2022-01-0734 min

Humanists Take on the World439 Puritan to UnitarianThis week we talk about the rise of the Congregationalists, otherwise known as Puritans, Separatists, and Independents, and how that lead to the Unitarians. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordSources: Congregationalism Puritans Congregationalism in the US Unitarianism Universalist Church of America Unitarian Universalism New England TheologyThis episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle Pat Acks from the Humanists of Idaho SoJo Big Easy Blasphemy Darryl G Arthur K...2021-12-3043 min

Humanists Take on the World438 War on Christmas 2021It’s time for this year’s War on Christmas episode! Keeping with the new format, it starts with a memo from the Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem and opens a can of historical worms. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordChristmas in Jerusalem Story of the current crisis Christianity in the Levant Early church Jewish Roman Wars Chalcedonian Schism: Patriarch of Jerusalem created in 451 Malkite Orthodox Syriac Orthodox Conquests Persians conq...2021-12-2342 min

Humanists Take on the World437 Bad Things Jesus Taught with David MadisonThis week we talk with David Madison, PhD, author of Ten Things Christians Wish Jesus Hadn’t Taught. David is a former Methodist pastor and has a PhD in Biblical Studies.Book’s WebsiteDebunking Christianity Blog The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordThis episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle Pat Acks from the Humanists of Idaho SoJo Big Easy Blasphemy Darryl G Arthur K Samuel C Beatriz A Erik...2021-12-1653 min

Humanists Take on the World436 Liberation TheologyThis week we talk about Liberation Theology in Latin America and how it was crushed by the Vatican. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordAnnouncements Sale at the store DATES: 10th-17th December DEAL: $14 T-Shirts and everything else up to 30% off; Bug fixes Silence truncation - longer pauses were completely removed, mostly only an issue on solo episodes, now it keeps those pauses at 0.75 seconds Newsletter Created new newsletter last year a...2021-12-1040 min

Humanists Take on the World435 World Congress of FamiliesThis week we talk about the World Congress of Families, the organization exporting anti-LGBT and anti-abortion laws to Africa and Eastern Europe. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordWorld Congress of Families: Exporting hate around the world.Sources: Wikipedia Southern Poverty Law Center CNN Mother Jones International Organization for the FamilyFeedback Balázs via Patreon Ranting Atheist via Speakpipe Danielle via Patreon @interestingif via TwitterThis episode is brought to you by: H...2021-12-0220 min

Humanists Take on the World434 Changes to the showThis week we talk changes the format of the show. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordDiscussionAtheist Nomads 4.0So what will the show be now?- Each episode will be single topic and shorter. Probably 20 - 30 minutes.- Some will be a ‘Dustin’ off the Degree' even though I won’t call it that any more. I also plan to increase the rigor on these.- Some will be discussions of specif...2021-11-2530 min

Humanists Take on the World433 The Nigerian PrinceThis week we talk about Nigerian prosperity gospel televangelist T.B. Joshua. In the news we have an update on the Spanish bishop who left the church to be with his satanic erotica author lover, Texas schools can now again require masks, ReAwaken America was a conference held at a Texas megachurch with lot’s of pro-Trump, anti-vax, and QAnon BS, and more. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordDustin' off th...2021-11-1850 min

Humanists Take on the World432 How to come out to your family?This week we talk about coming out to your family and in the news we have Biden removes Trump’s discrimination protections, SDA president talks about how to handle a gay couple walking into a church, Chicago has a pro-vaccine day of prayer, and a pastor makes the most bazaar claims about the signers of the Declaration of Independence, and more.Intro The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordDustin' off the De...2021-11-121h 00

Humanists Take on the World431 The Rise of Christianity in AfricaThis week we get more background on Christianity in Africa. In the news, Liberty University’s leak about their real purpose, SCOTUS rules the right way on Maine’s vaccine mandate, poll show’s broad support for church state separation, QAnon craziness, pregnant hands, and more! The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordDustin' off the Degree Christianity in AfricaNews Liberty University could lose tax-exempt status after shocking recording went viral: columnist SCOTUS...2021-11-0544 min

Humanists Take on the World430 The Gospel of GreedThis week we talk about Prosperity Theology, which is background we need to continue looking at what’s going on with religion in Africa. In the news we have the Boise Town Square shooting, a GOP candidate admitting he’s a theocrat who doesn’t care about the constitution, Evangelical’s new meaning, Kerr’s new Trump prophecy, a California Sec of State candidate who’s powers of prophecy include deflecting a murderous arsonist to her witch neighbor’s house. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/dona...2021-10-2853 min

Humanists Take on the World429 The Scrambling of AfricaThis week we talk about the colonial and post-colonial destabilizing of Africa as we move closer to the modern Pentecostal and Evangelical takeover. In the news we have religious right conspiracy theorists, a win on vaccine religious exemptions, wellness and misinformation, the Reformed Church’s attempt to avoid schism and more. The feedback form is at htotw.com/contact Leave us voice message at htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordDustin' off the DegreeThe Scrambling of Africa The Scramble for Africa Intentional unstable boarders De...2021-10-2155 min

Humanists Take on the World428 Religion in AfricaThis week we have a high level view of religion in Africa, Ghana’s anti-LGBT violence, Christian nationalist racism, homophobia, and transphobia, a county commissioner from my hometown saying to ask God about vaccines, and more!Dustin' off the DegreeHigh-level view of religion in AfricaNews Ghana’s proposed anti-LGBT law is already encouraging violent attacks NC Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson Says Transgender Rights Movement Is ‘Demonic’ and ‘Full of the Antichrist Spirit’ Survey: ‘Great replacement’ belief correlates with Christian nationalist views Christian Conspiracists: Satan is Using Vaccines to Get Revenge via Depopulation Oregon Official: “Ask God” About Vaccines Because “You Can’t Trust the Doctor...2021-10-1556 min

Humanists Take on the World427 Christian Facebook Troll FarmsThis week we talk about the Orthodox movement in Guatemala, Facebook trouble, Governors on the wrong side of COVID, weird campaign add, and more!Dustin' off the DegreeLed by 'Father Revolutionary,' Indigenous Guatemalans turn to Orthodox ChristianityNews In 2019, Almost All of Facebook's Top Christian Pages Were Run By Foreign Troll Farms "Mercury Retrograde" Has Nothing to Do With Facebook Going Down Governor with Worst-in-Nation COVID Rate Calls for More "Fasting and Prayer" As Gov. Little visits the border, Lt. Gov. McGeachin signs executive order banning Idaho schools, universities from requiring COVID-19 vaccines, tests Madison Cawthorn Releases a Historically and...2021-10-0751 min

Humanists Take on the World426 Is it Interesting if True?This week we're joined by Aaron from Interesting if True and talk about Hovind going back to jail, dad beating pastor, pastor beating kids, German religiosity, and more!Buy a shirt, mug, magnet, or so much more at our storeNews Creationist Kent Hovind Sentenced to 30 Days in Jail for Domestic Violence Father beats up pastor allegedly caught on video touching boy at bus stop Listen to These Two Horrible Christian Pastors Explain Why They Hit Their Kids Most Germans find religion unimportant, survey shows Right-Wing "Moms" Whine About Children's Book Featuring Mating Sea Horses WA Judge Permanently Blocks Church from...2021-09-301h 23

Humanists Take on the World425 The Gift or Grift of ProphecyThis week we talk about the gift and grif of prophecy, conspiracy theories about a Florida GOP official's COVID death, more arguments to get a COVID shot, ads on misinformation, and more!Get a shirt, mug, magnet and more at our new merch storeDustin' off the DegreeThe Gift or Grift of ProphecyNewsFlorida GOP official who wanted to 'end Faucism' dies from COVID-19 and the conspiracy theorist go wild This is a Brilliant Way to Challenge COVID Vaccine "Religious Exemptions" Robert Jeffress: There's "No Credible Religious Argument" Against COVID Vaccines Nike and Amazon among brands advertising on Covid conspiracy sites Preacher...2021-09-2346 min

Humanists Take on the World424 Backfire vs Back FireThis week we talk about backfire vs back fire and why we shouldn't be worried about one and should be doing the other. We also talk about Kunneman's prophecies, bishop quitting over love with a satanic erotica writer, and Boebert's desire for theocracy. Buy shirts and other merch on the new storeDustin' off the DegreeFeedback from Alan Ferkinhoff@AtheistNomads Just to let you know that backfiring is a compound word. Back firing means something different.News Hank Kunneman Says That Questioning His False Election Prophesies Is 'Grievous to God'Spanish bishop quit for love for erotic writer Lauren Boebert Says Government...2021-09-1636 min

Humanists Take on the World424 Backfire vs Back FireThis week we talk about backfire vs back fire and why we shouldn’t be worried about one and should be doing the other. We also talk about Kunneman’s prophecies, bishop quitting over love with a satanic erotica writer, and Boebert’s desire for theocracy. Buy shirts and other merch on the new store Dustin’ off the Degree Feedback from Alan Ferkinhoff @AtheistNomads Just to let you know that backfiring is a compound word. Back firing means something different. News Hank Kunneman Says That Questioning His Fals...2021-09-1600 min

Humanists Take on the World423 Is it back firing?This week we talk about whether or everything is back firing on secular movements, a MMS promoter getting charged, Daubenmire's $100 million plan, Trump's new Faith Advisory Board, gay teach winning against Catholic school, and abortion in Texas and Mexico.Dustin' off the DegreeIs it back firing?News A leader of a movement touting toxic bleach as a 'miracle' COVID-19 cure has been charged in Argentina following a 5-year-old boy's death Dave Daubenmire's $100 Million Plan to Fund His Right-Wing Culture War Trump and his religion advisors launch new National Faith Advisory Board Gay teacher wins lawsuit against Catholic school that fired...2021-09-0943 min

Humanists Take on the World422 What is a religious exemption?This week we talk about the relationship between religion and vaccines, religion and the 2020 election, some numbers on priests molesting children, the Taliban, and God's gelatinous cube.Dustin' off the DegreeReligion and vaccinesNews Most White Americans who regularly attend worship services voted for Trump in 2020 Christian Media Group Fires Employee for Urging People to Get Vaccinated COVID vaccines: Spokane Catholic bishop supports conscience rights, but says priests won't provide religious exemption Shane Vaughn Claims COVID-19 Vaccines Don't Work Because The U.S. Is Under God's Judgment, of course real world data shows they work really well NY approves COVID vaccine m...2021-09-0239 min

Humanists Take on the World421 What is Theocracy?This week we talk about theocracy, Afghanistan, Rapert and TST contempt, Duggar, Pastor's hidden cameras, Burke's COVID, and more!Dustin' off the DegreeWhat is Theocracy?NewsAfghanistan Arkansas State Senator Jason Rapert and The Satanic Temple are facing a contempt hearing in Ten Commandments Case Josh Duggar Tries Getting Charges Against Him Dropped By Blaming Donald Trump Pastor gets 30 years in prison after setting up network of cameras to secretly film children getting undressed Cardinal Burke opposed COVID shots and of course caught COVID, he's now off ventilator, still hospitalized with COVID Facebook takes action against 'disinformation dozen' after White House...2021-08-2749 min

Humanists Take on the World420 Apologetics, evangelism, and missionsDustin' off the DegreeWhat's apologetics, mission, and evangelism?News High profile priest busted for consensual sex because of online tracking Christian Hate Group Loses Appeal Challenging Its "Hate Group" Status Sarah Palin Says She'll Run for Senate if God Wants Her To, Christians Do More to Support Her Scott Lively Warns of 'Armed Rebellion' if 'Genuine Patriots' Don't Win the 2022 Elections Woman Injured After Falling 20 Ft. in Old Train Station While Hunting for Ghosts People are less tolerant of atheists expressing their beliefs at work compared to Christians, Muslims, or Jews Americans United & Allies Secure Court Victory For Colorado Parolee...2021-08-1353 min

Humanists Take on the World419 What is a denomination?This week is a short episode where we talk about what a denomination is.Dustin' off the DegreeWhat's a denomination?This episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle M Pat Acks from the Humanists of Idaho SoJo Beatriz A Zoe Darryl G Arthur K Samuel C Erik from Wyoming Jennifer N Erica B Jonathan N Richard G Balázs Rebecca PAnd by our $1 patrons and those who want no reward.Contact information, show notes, and links to Social Media and the like can be found at https://htotw.comTheme music is provided by Sturdy Fred.Support the s...2021-08-0623 min

Humanists Take on the World418 What’s the Trinity?This week we talk about monotheism, polytheism, and the Trinity. In the news we have Facebook wooing churches, a pastor who's done with COVID, and a pastor who want's God to forgive California.Dustin' off the Degree What's the Trinity?News Facebook decided faith groups are good for business. Now, it wants your prayers Christian Hate-Preacher: If You Come to My Church in a Mask, I'll Kick You Out! Jack Hibbs Asks God to Forgive California for Electing 'People with Antichrist Worldviews,' Cites Nancy Pelosi and Kamala HarrisFeedback Brendan via emailSupport Donation from Freethinker215This episode is brought to...2021-07-2950 min

Humanists Take on the World417 What Hell?This week we talk about Christ's decent into Hell, Christians who claim that Black Lives Matter is a Humanist denomination, more with Israel, Rick Wiles calling for civil war, and more!Dustin' off the Degree Descended into hellNews Christians Lose Lawsuit Over "Black Lives Matter" Mural in Washington, D.C. Israeli police clash with protesters to clear Al-Aqsa complex for Tisha b'av worshipers Jewish group condemns United Church of Christ resolution on Israel, Palestinians Rick Wiles Advocates Civil War to Put Down Biden's 'Communist Revolution' Christian Nationalists Are Hard At Work Rewriting The History Of The Jan. 6 Insurrection Proud Boys...2021-07-2331 min

Humanists Take on the World416 What is a Creed?This week we talk about creeds and in the news have CPAC, insurrectionist's divine appointment, French court siding with atheist teen, and a study about good stereotypes about atheists.Dustin' off the DegreeWhat is a creed?News GOP Rep. Falsely Claims Biden's Vaccine Plan is Plot to Steal Bibles and Guns CPAC Priest: God Created Earth and "That's All the Science We Need to Know" Capitol rioter told cop she wanted to lynch Nancy Pelosi quotes Bible French court convicts 11 people of sending online hate to teenage atheist over critical posts about Islam People unconsciously stereotype atheists as more likely...2021-07-1746 min

Humanists Take on the World415 What is Death?This week we talk about death, the after life, reincarnation, and souls. In the news we have Fauci as Humanist of the Year, pastor's not wasting their breath on vaccines, FBI infiltrating an insurrectionist Bible Study, and more!Dustin' off the Degree DeathNews Dr. Anthony Fauci named 2021 Humanist of the Year These Southern Pastors Are Too Scared to Bring Up COVID Vaccines in Church Canadian Archbishop: I'm Facing "Persecution" Over the Residential School Crisis FBI infiltrates Bible Study whose members wanted to test homemade bombs, surveil Capitol, secede from US, court records show Trump sues Twitter, Google and Facebook alleging...2021-07-0937 min

Humanists Take on the World414 Why do bad things happen to good people?This week we talk about why bad things happen to good people, unmarked graves in Canada, Turkey clamping down on Pride march, and the story of YouTube temporarily banning Right Wing Watch.Dustin' off the DegreeWhy bad things happen to good peopleNews Trudeau says Pope should apologize on Canadian soil for church's role in residential schools Four Catholic Churches burned on First Nations Reserves Turkish police fire tear gas to disperse Pride march in Istanbul YouTube Bans Right Wing Watch, a Media Watchdog Devoted to Exposing Right-Wing Conspiracies YouTube reinstates Right Wing Watch! Rick Wiles Claims That 'Jesus Christ Shut...2021-07-0134 min

Humanists Take on the World413 What is Biblical Marriage?This week we talk about marriage, the IRS denying a Christian political group's 501(c)(3) application, SCOTUS foster care ruling, atheists suing Mississippi over license plates, and Vatican opposition to proposed Italian anti-LGBT violence and hate speech law.Dustin' off the DegreeWhat is Biblical Marriage?News First Liberty Appeals Denial of Tax Exemption for Group Alleged to Have Republican Ties Supreme Court rules for religious liberty in case involving foster care, same-sex couples Atheists Sue Mississippi Over Default "In God We Trust" License Plates Vatican urges Italy to stop proposed anti-homophobia lawFeedback Karl Hayden @KHayden2412SupportThis episode is brought to you...2021-06-2541 min

Humanists Take on the World412 What is Baptism?This week we talk about baptism and in the news have the Senate passing Juneteenth, Florida's moment of silence, Evangelical QAnon support, Marjory Taylor Green admitting she's wrong about something, and Hungary's latest attack in it's war on gay people. Dustin' off the Degree Baptism News Senate unanimously OKs legislation to make Juneteenth a federal holiday Florida governor signs new bill requiring K-12 public schools to hold moment of silence each day Conservative Evangelicals' Embrace Of Conspiracy Theories Threatens Democracy Southern Baptist Leaders Shut Down System-Wide Investigation Into Sexual Abuse GOP Lawmaker Says She'll Finally Stop Comparing Mask Mandates to...2021-06-1844 min

Humanists Take on the World411 The LawThis week we talk about "The Law" for Dustin' off the Degree and in the news have Vietnam's new church based COVID outbreak, Marjory Taylor Green's reason for opposing COVID vaccines, a good pastor, and a bad pastor. Dustin' off the Degree The Law News Vietnam Bans All Religious Events After Protestant Church Service Triggers COVID Cluster GOP Lawmaker on Virus Research: "I Don't Believe in Evolution. I Believe in God" Priest Faces Threats After Video Rejecting the Idea of Christian Persecution Youth Pastor Arrested for Voyeurism After Teen Boy Spots Camera Hidden in Church Restroom Support This episode is b...2021-06-1152 min

Humanists Take on the World410 What is Creationism?Dustin' off the Degree - Creationism News Muslims near India's Hindu temple allege pressure to vacate homes Top German Catholic Church official offers resignation over 'catastrophe of sexual abuse' The U.S. embassy at the Vatican is flying the Pride flag & the right is flipping out School Board Unanimously Fires 7 Coaches After Jewish Student Athlete Forced to Eat Pepperoni Pizza Feedback Brad R via Patreon mrsbatesmotel via Discord Support This episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle M Pat Acks from the Humanists of Idaho SoJo Beatriz A Zoe Darryl G Arthur K Samuel C Erik from Wyoming...2021-06-0646 min

Humanists Take on the World409 What is the Bible?This week we've got an extended Dustin' off the Degree about the Bible. In the news it's just an FFRF win and Southern Baptist decline.Dustin' off the DegreeWhat is scripture even?News FFRF wins lawsuit against praying Texas judge Southern Baptist decline continues, denomination has lost more than 2 million members since 2006Feedback Chris via email Joel via email Melissa via the websiteSupportThis episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle M Pat Acks from the Humanists of Idaho SoJo Beatriz A Zoe Darryl G Arthur K Samuel C Erik from Wyoming Jennifer N Erica B Jonathan N Richard...2021-05-2755 min

Humanists Take on the World408 What is Faith?This week we talk about what faith is, in the news we have British school worship services, secular leaders meeting with the White House, Ontario Canada church shutdown for ignoring COVID, and more on Israel and Palestine issues. Dustin' off the Degree What is faith? News Proposal to end compulsory worship in non-faith schools SCA meets with the White House office of faith based initiatives Ontario Judge Shuts Down Church and Fines Pastors for Defying COVID Restrictions US is against UN Security Counsel calling on Israel and Gaza to have a cease fire Feedback lolaby2 via Discord mrsbatesmotel via Discord...2021-05-201h 02

Humanists Take on the World407 Don’t drink cow urineThis week we talk about Bibles at a Georgia school, FFRF's win in Texas, Mississippi Day of Prayer, Jerusalem, and more. News FFRF says contents of backpacks donated to North Ga. school crossed a fine line Judge: Texas Gov. Cannot Block Atheist Holiday Display in State Capitol Mississippi Official Calls for More Christians in Office at Day of Prayer Event US restores transgender health protections denied by Trump Clashes at the Al-Aqsa Mosque Indian politician recommends drinking cow urine to stop Covid spread, demonstrates on camera Nova Scotia Church Fined Over $74,000 for Ignoring Pandemic Restrictions Dozens of German priests will d...2021-05-1435 min

Humanists Take on the World406 That’s not a heartbeatThis week we have an announcement about some changes coming to the show, feedback, and the latest news. News Idaho GOP governor signs 'heartbeat' abortion ban into law Pastor Robin Bullock says it's a sin to recognize Joe Biden as president Gov. Ned Lamont signs bill eliminating Connecticut's religious exemption for mandatory school vaccinations Alabama removes anti-gay language from sex education curriculum Pope Francis issues law that forbids Vatican employees from accepting gifts over $48 and addresses a few other corruption concerns Israel asks whether autonomy of the ultra-Orthodox contributed to the deadly stampede Feedback Atom Ogre Boatswain via YouTube Bob...2021-05-0737 min

Humanists Take on the World405 Another Schism in the Atheist MovementThis week we talk about Dawkins' tweet and the responses it's gotten, anti-trans athlete bills, gay flags at embassies, Fallwell's fall blamed on Satan, Miracle Mineral Solution indictment, and more. News Atheists backing Dawkins over his anti-trans tweet Atheists criticizing Dawkins' anti-trans tweet Alabama Gov. Ivey signs ban on transgender athletes Newt Gingrich is upset that Biden is okay with US Embassies flying gay flags Governments favoring Christianity paradoxically decrease residents' faith McGeachin's indoctrination task force takes shape, and sounds a lot like McCarthyism Jeffress: Falwell Watched His Wife Sleep With the Pool Boy Because of Satan Grand Jury Indicts "...2021-04-2932 min

Humanists Take on the World404 Episode Not FoundThis week we talk about diet and the Adventist Health Message. In the news we have evangelical phallic insecurity, MyPillow Guy's new social media platform, North Dakota and Arkansas trying to get religion in the classroom, black churche s boycotting Home Depot, and more. Dustin' off the Degree - A stopped clock is right twice a day Adventist Health Message Much aligns with conventional healthy eating Was developed for the wrong reason News New study links evangelical Christianity to phallic insecurity in the United States MyPillow Guy: My New Free Speech App Won't Let Users Take "God's Name in Vain" No...2021-04-2343 min

Humanists Take on the World403 Doctrine of SalvationThis week we've got the Doctrine of Salvation for Dustin' off the Degree and have a FFRF victory, SCOTUS destroying secularism, a Canadian church gets shut down over COVID and more. Dustin' off the Degree - Doctrine of Salvation Models of Atonement Who gets salvation News Alabama and FFRF settle to allow voters to register without religious oath The Christian right is racking up huge victories in the Supreme Court, thanks to Amy Coney Barrett Canadian church shut down, fenced off for not complying with COVID-19 lockdown orders 400 protesters showed up against the church closure Pro-Trump prophet goes on wild...2021-04-1640 min

Humanists Take on the World402 Wrapping up how we got hereThis week we wrap up the how we got to this mess Dustin' off the Degree series. In the news we have Alabama's yoga ban, religion and the pay gap, church membership dropping, Virginia dropping the gay/trans panic defense, and Saudi's new pandemic pilgrimage rules. Dustin' off the Degree - Wrapping up how we got here Sagebrush Rebellion Regan McConnell Q News Alabama to keep ban on school yoga as conservatives say they fear rise in Hinduism Religion is a driving force behind the gender wage gap, study finds Church membership is in a free fall – and the Christian ri...2021-04-0856 min

Humanists Take on the World401 Sudan get’s church state separationThis week we talk about the Mormon Church getting sued, Catholic lobbying against suicide hotline, Christian playing both sides on slavery, Sudan agreeing to separating religion and government, and more! News James Huntsman, of prominent Utah family, files fraud lawsuit against Mormon church Catholic church opposed suicide hotline because it included support for LGBTQ people Christian Defends Name of Robert E. Lee High: Jesus "Never Condemned Slavery" Senator from Mississippi used Christian nationalist arguments to support Georgia ending early voting on Sunday. She got the Bible verse she cited wrong. Pagan Employee Sues Panera Bread Citing Religious Discrimination by Her...2021-04-0246 min

Humanists Take on the World400 We made it to 400!This week we have our 400th episode! We're joined by Jason Ward, talk about Sol Invictus and go through the latest news. This was live streamed on March 20, 2021. Dustin' off the Degree - Sol Invictus We're recording on the Equinox, and this seems fitting even though the cult of Sol Invictus never actually commemorated the the solstices or equinoxes. News What we know about Robert Aaron Long, the suspect in Atlanta spa shootings Georgia Spa Shooter Was a Patient at an Evangelical "Sex Addiction" Clinic Idaho Legislature votes to halt session after multiple lawmakers infected with COVID-19 during a session...2021-03-251h 11

Humanists Take on the World399 FFRF with Annie Laurie GaylorThis week we are joined by Annie Laurie Gaylor, Co-President and Co-Founder of the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Feedback mrsbatesmotel via Discord Support This episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle M Pat Acks from the Humanists of Idaho SoJo Beatriz A Zoe Darryl G Arthur K Samuel C Erik from Wyoming Jennifer N Erica B Jonathan N Richard G Balázs Rebecca P And by our $1 patrons and those who want no reward. Contact information, show notes, and links to Social Media and the like can be found at https://htotw.com Theme music is provided by S...2021-03-191h 05

Humanists Take on the World398 Mask Burning in IdahoThis week we talk about atheists at CPAC, Idaho protesters burning face masks, the link between antivax and Christian Nationalists, and more. News Right wing atheists are pleased that CPAC has gone for secular conspiracy theories Idaho House OKs legislation to defund abortion providers Protesters burn face masks in front of Idaho Statehouse Christian Hate-Pastor Brags About Precaution-Free Church Service for Hundreds Some US bishops discourage Catholics from getting Johnson & Johnson vaccine if others are available Study suggests that the modern anti-vaccine movement is shaped by Christian nationalist ideology Students light up BYU sign in rainbow colors to support equality...2021-03-1151 min

Humanists Take on the World397 Satanic PanicThis week we talk about the Satanic Panic, Methodist schism, vouchers, school prayers, Equality Act, blasphemy, and more. Dustin' off the Degree - Satanic Panic Wikipedia - Satanic Ritual Abuse News Conservative United Methodists announce new name, logo, website for planned denomination A voucher bill has passed committee in Idaho's House A Georgia Democrat Filed a Bill to Inject Christian Prayers into Public Schools Supreme Court Allows More California Churches to Worship in Person Despite COVID Southern Baptist Church Faces Expulsion After Pastor Decides to Be Less Bigoted Marjorie Taylor Greene says pro-LGBTQ Equality Act is an 'attack' on God...2021-03-0444 min

Humanists Take on the World396 The Satanic Temple with Lucien Greaves 2021This week we're joined by Lucien Greaves from The Satanic Temple. We talk about what The Satanic Temple is and what they're doing. Website Twitter Feedback Noel via the website Paige via the website This episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle M Pat Acks from the Humanists of Idaho SoJo Beatriz A Zoe Darryl G Arthur K Samuel C Erik from Wyoming Jennifer N Erica B Jonathan N Richard G Balázs Rebecca P And by our $1 patrons and those who want no reward. Contact information, show notes, and links to Social Media and the like can b...2021-02-251h 21

Humanists Take on the World395 The Church of SatanThis week we talk about the Church of Satan, religion at the impeachment trial, White House faith office, and more. Dustin was on the Zachrilege Cast Dustin' off the Degree - Church of Satan News When religion was present — and notably absent — at the impeachment trial Atheists sue Ed Dept., allege Trump-era regulation unconstitutionally favors religious student groups Biden to sign executive order reestablishing White House faith office PA State Rep. Brian Sims, Who's Openly Atheist, Is Running for Lt. Governor Florida County Will Consider Allowing Alcohol Sales on Sunday Mornings The Mormon church's investment group made $6 billion last year Saud...2021-02-1956 min

Humanists Take on the World394 Super Bowl with 45 everywhereThis week we talk about AHA leadership changes, Jeep's Super Bowl Commercial, the prophetic importance of a Super Bowl interception, and more. Got feedback? Use the contact form or leave us a voice message using htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discord News Roy Speckhardt is stepping down from being head of the AHA and goes a person of color replaces him Secular groups praise Biden's agenda but express concerns about religious rhetoric Bruce Springsteen and Jeep call for unity in 2-minute long Super...2021-02-1241 min

Humanists Take on the World393 Rebuilding the Wall with Casey BrinckThis week we are joined by Casey Brinck from the Secular Coalition for America to get some updates on rebuilding the wall of separation between church and state. Before that we have right wing wacos getting in trouble, nuns selling orphans, and Boston not having to fly the Christian flag. Got feedback? Use the contact form or leave us a voice message using htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discord Announcements The Facebook page is being being fazed out. News Wisconsin Vaccine Saboteur Steven...2021-02-0457 min

Humanists Take on the World392 We still have legislative shenanigansThis week we talk about Idaho's latest legislative shenanigans, Oklahoma's big foot hunting bill, and more. Email us at contact@htotw.com or leave us a voice message using htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discord News ID Gov. Brad Little picks good time to break legislative tradition Christensen calls for Little's impeachment over "tantrum" Idaho House votes to remove gathering limits Add the Words is back in the Idaho Legislature, but Republicans are looking for a compromise to protect the religious beliefs of...2021-01-2943 min

Humanists Take on the WorldThe Hoo-ha EpisodeThis week Lauren is joined by Erin and Liz for much talking about hoo-has. It was a real hootenanny. Intro Got feedback? Use the contact form or leave us a voice message using htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discord This episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle M Pat Acks from the Humanists of Idaho SoJo Beatriz A Zoe Samuel C Darryl G Arthur K Erik from Wyoming Jennifer N Erica B Richard...2021-01-141h 17

Humanists Take on the World390 The Hoo-ha EpisodeThis week Lauren is joined by Erin and Liz for much talking about hoo-has. It was a real hootenanny.Intro Got feedback? Use the contact form or leave us a voice message using htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordThis episode is brought to you by: Henry K Danielle M Pat Acks from the Humanists of Idaho SoJo Beatriz A Zoe Samuel C Darryl G Arthur K Erik from Wyoming Jennifer N Erica B Richard G Balázs Rebecca PAnd by our $1 patrons and t...2021-01-141h 17

Humanists Take on the World2020 Mini HajjThis week the Supreme Court gets another one right and Saudi Arabia is doing the Hajj pretty well. Email us at contact@htotw.com or leave us a voice message using htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discord News Supreme Court decides against Nevada church fighting to overturn attendance limit Pilgrims arrive in Mecca for downsized hajj amid pandemic The Doctor Promoting Fake COVID Cures Also Thinks Demon Sex Causes Endometriosis Trump Shares Conspiracy Theory About Hydroxychloroquine and 2020...2020-07-311h 02

Humanists Take on the World365 2020 Mini HajjThis week the Supreme Court gets another one right and Saudi Arabia is doing the Hajj pretty well. Email us at contact@htotw.com or leave us a voice message using htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Join our Discord server at htotw.com/discordNews Supreme Court decides against Nevada church fighting to overturn attendance limit Pilgrims arrive in Mecca for downsized hajj amid pandemic The Doctor Promoting Fake COVID Cures Also Thinks Demon Sex Causes Endometriosis Trump Shares Conspiracy Theory About Hydroxychloroquine and 2020 Election After Hateful Comment, Rep. Ted Yoho...2020-07-311h 02

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 301 – Drunker, Louder, and Definitely CutThe first half is Dustin and Lauren catch up on the news and the second half is some of the last hour of the 300 minute live stream with Erin.Email us at contact@htotw.com or leave us a voice message using htotw.com/speakpipeSupport the show at htotw.com/donateSubscribe at htotw.com/subscribeNEWS2019 Sri Lanka Easter bombingsJewish effigy hanged and burned in ‘disturbing’ Easter ritual in PolandNotre Dame fireBrunei sends letter to EU asking for ‘tolerance’Emperor performs ritual to report abdication to Shinto godsMueller ReportBachmann thinks Trump is the most “godly, biblical” presidentAs Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jewish communities...2019-04-301h 11

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 301 – Drunker, Louder, and Definitely Cut The first half is Dustin and Lauren catch up on the news and the second half is some of the last hour of the 300 minute live stream with Erin. Email us at contact@htotw.com or leave us a voice message using htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe NEWS 2019 Sri Lanka Easter bombings Jewish effigy hanged and burned in ‘disturbing’ Easter ritual in Poland Notre Dame fire Brunei sends letter to EU asking for ‘tolerance’ Empero...2019-04-3000 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 297 – When you’ve got Vikings you get schismsOn this week's episode it's just Dustin and Lauren. We talk about the Great Schism and differences between Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches. In the news we have the Pope's latest failure to deal with Catholic sex abuse, Vatican women protesting censorship, terrible invocations, Facebook stuff, and more!Email us at contact@htotw.com or leave us a voice message at (541) 203-0666 or htotw.com/speakpipeSupport the show at htotw.com/donateSubscribe at htotw.com/subscribeDustin’ off the Degree - The Orthodox Churches: The Great SchismFrom Sylia via email:Hi Dustin!I'm kind of curious about the Russian Orthodox Ch...2019-04-0254 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 297 – When you’ve got Vikings you get schisms On this week’s episode it’s just Dustin and Lauren. We talk about the Great Schism and differences between Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches. In the news we have the Pope’s latest failure to deal with Catholic sex abuse, Vatican women protesting censorship, terrible invocations, Facebook stuff, and more! Email us at contact@htotw.com or leave us a voice message at (541) 203-0666 or htotw.com/speakpipe Support the show at htotw.com/donate Subscribe at htotw.com/subscribe Dustin’ off the Degree – The Orthodox Churches: The Great Schism From Syl...2019-04-0200 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 270 – Humanist Chaplaincy in Australia with Justin MurrayJustin Murray is an atheist who has applied to be a chaplain with the Australian armed forces. Since only Christians and Jews are allowed to be chaplains, his application was rejected as was his application for an exemption to that requirement. He has since filed a complaint with the Australian Human Rights Commission and will have a hearing soon.SupportersUpgrading patron - SoJoNew patron - Adam GDonation - Fred MFred's donation has inspired a fundraising campaign to upgrade mics two and three. These are the mics that Lauren and guests use and I would like to upgrade them to large...2018-09-271h 13

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 270 – Humanist Chaplaincy in Australia with Justin Murray Justin Murray is an atheist who has applied to be a chaplain with the Australian armed forces. Since only Christians and Jews are allowed to be chaplains, his application was rejected as was his application for an exemption to that requirement. He has since filed a complaint with the Australian Human Rights Commission and will have a hearing soon. Supporters Upgrading patron – SoJo New patron – Adam G Donation – Fred M Fred’s donation has inspired a fundraising campaign to upgrade mics two and three. These are the mics that Lau...2018-09-2700 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 269 – The real reason for hurricanes It’s just Dustin and Lauren and we talk about what blowhards had to say about the Hurricane, Patreon weirdness, PayPal giving in to 8chan, YouTube radicalization, bad things happening to school curricula, and more. NEWS Hurricane Florence http://bit.ly/an269-florence Pat Robertson claims the hurricane’s path was a miracle http://bit.ly/an269-roberson1 That wasn’t what Robertson prayed for http://bit.ly/an269-robertson2 Rick Joyner knows the real reason for hurric...2018-09-2000 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 269 – The real reason for hurricanesIt's just Dustin and Lauren and we talk about what blowhards had to say about the Hurricane, Patreon weirdness, PayPal giving in to 8chan, YouTube radicalization, bad things happening to school curricula, and more.NEWSHurricane Florencehttp://bit.ly/an269-florencePat Robertson claims the hurricane's path was a miraclehttp://bit.ly/an269-roberson1That wasn’t what Robertson prayed forhttp://bit.ly/an269-robertson2Rick Joyner knows the real reason for hurricaneshttp://bit.ly/an269-joynerPatreon is being weirdPaypal is banning ASMR creatorshttp://bit.ly/an269-paypalNew report claims YouTube unintentionally radicalizes people to the far-righthttp://bit.ly/an268-youtubeMormon church ex...2018-09-201h 06

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 233 – We’re Parents and We’re Back! Kylie Jane Williams-Studley was born on November 30, 2017 at 8 lbs 14 oz and was 20.5″ long. We enjoyed the break and hope you enjoyed the interviews. Now we get to start the process of finding out how to podcast as parents. NEWS Egypt is working on outlawing atheism and is already arresting atheists. http://www.newsweek.com/egypt-atheism-illegal-crackdown-non-believers-religion-islam-772471 A Hindu woman in India married a Muslim man and when she refused to convert to Islam her in-laws gang raped and murdered her http://zeenews.india.com/jharkhand/hindu-girl-gang-raped-by-father-in-law-uncle-killed-after-she-refuses-to-convert-to-islam-2070320.html Tehran police ar...2018-01-0900 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 233 – We’re Parents and We’re Back!Kylie Jane Williams-Studley was born on November 30, 2017 at 8 lbs 14 oz and was 20.5" long. We enjoyed the break and hope you enjoyed the interviews. Now we get to start the process of finding out how to podcast as parents.NEWSEgypt is working on outlawing atheism and is already arresting atheists.http://www.newsweek.com/egypt-atheism-illegal-crackdown-non-believers-religion-islam-772471A Hindu woman in India married a Muslim man and when she refused to convert to Islam her in-laws gang raped and murdered herhttp://zeenews.india.com/jharkhand/hindu-girl-gang-raped-by-father-in-law-uncle-killed-after-she-refuses-to-convert-to-islam-2070320.htmlTehran police are easing up on the Islamic dress code for womenhttps://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/tehran-women-dress-code...2018-01-0943 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 232 – Emancipation of a Black Atheist with DK Evans This week we are joined by Dr. DK Evans and we talk about his book, Emancipation of a Black Atheist, his experience leaving religion, the history of the black community and Christianity, and how he’s raising his two boys. Book http://amzn.to/2jGENuI This episode was recorded on November 26, 2017 for release on January 2, 2018 as Dustin and Lauren are on parental leave. Watch the Facebook page and Twitters for updates on the baby. This episode is brought to you by: Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00 * Travis Megee Nuclear Spon...2018-01-0200 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 232 – Emancipation of a Black Atheist with DK EvansThis week we are joined by Dr. DK Evans and we talk about his book, Emancipation of a Black Atheist, his experience leaving religion, the history of the black community and Christianity, and how he's raising his two boys.Book http://amzn.to/2jGENuIThis episode was recorded on November 26, 2017 for release on January 2, 2018 as Dustin and Lauren are on parental leave. Watch the Facebook page and Twitters for updates on the baby.This episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00* Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per month* MikePlatinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per month* Darryl Goossen* Kim* DanielleGold Sponsor –...2018-01-0259 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 231 – Accelerated Christian Education with Alexis Record This week Dustin is joined by Alexis Record and we talk about her experience with Accelerated Christian Education, raising two special needs children, and Sunday Assembly. Sunday Assembly San Diego This episode was recorded on November 17, 2017 for release on December 26, 2017 as Dustin and Lauren are on parental leave. Watch the Facebook page and Twitters for updates on the baby. This episode is brought to you by: Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00 * Travis Megee Nuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per month * Mike Platinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per month * Darryl Goo...2017-12-2600 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 231 – Accelerated Christian Education with Alexis RecordThis week Dustin is joined by Alexis Record and we talk about her experience with Accelerated Christian Education, raising two special needs children, and Sunday Assembly.Sunday Assembly San DiegoThis episode was recorded on November 17, 2017 for release on December 26, 2017 as Dustin and Lauren are on parental leave. Watch the Facebook page and Twitter for updates on the baby.This episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthMikePlatinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per monthDarryl GoossenKim...2017-12-2657 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 230 – Latino Culture with Raquel Pearson This week we are joined by Raquel Pearson. She is a senior at Boise State University and works with an organization that provides legal aid, sexual education, and many other services for the Latino community in the Treasure Valley. This episode was recorded on October 28, 2017 for release on December 19, 2017 as Dustin and Lauren are on parental leave. Watch the Facebook page and Twitters for updates on the baby. This episode is brought to you by: Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00 * Travis Megee Nuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per month * Mike Platin...2017-12-1900 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 230 – Latino Culture with Raquel PearsonThis week we are joined by Raquel Pearson. She is a senior at Boise State University and works with an organization that provides legal aid, sexual education, and many other services for the Latino community in the Treasure Valley.This episode was recorded on October 28, 2017 for release on December 19, 2017 as Dustin and Lauren are on parental leave. Watch the Facebook page and Twitters for updates on the baby.This episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthMikePlatinum Sponso...2017-12-191h 02

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 229 – Opening Arguments with Andrew Torrez This week we are joined by Andrew Torrez to talk about his podcast, Opening Arguments, the bizarre legal era we are in, especially in terms of church state separation, and more. http://openargs.com/ Twitter https://twitter.com/openargs This episode was recorded on October 21, 2017 for release on December 12, 2017 as Dustin and Lauren are on parental leave. Watch the Facebook page and Twitters for updates on the baby. This episode is brought to you by: Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00 * Travis Megee Nuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per month ...2017-12-1200 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 229 – Opening Arguments with Andrew TorrezThis week we are joined by Andrew Torrez to talk about his podcast, Opening Arguments, the bizarre legal era we are in, especially in terms of church state separation, and more.http://openargs.com/ Twitter https://twitter.com/openargsThis episode was recorded on October 21, 2017 for release on December 12, 2017 as Dustin and Lauren are on parental leave. Watch the Facebook page and Twitters for updates on the baby.This episode is brought to you by:Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00Travis MegeeNuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per monthMike 2017-12-121h 17

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 228 – Women Beyond Belief with Karen Garst This week we are joined by Karen Garst to talk about her book Women Beyond Belief and her upcoming book Women vs. Religion. We also talk about her own story, how terrible religion is for women, and the Mythinformation Conference. Blog http://faithlessfeminist.com/ Book http://amzn.to/2kQdBO6 Twitter https://twitter.com/karen_garst This episode was recorded on October 14, 2017 for release on December 5, 2017 as Dustin and Lauren are on parental leave. Watch the Facebook page and Twitters for updates on the baby. This episode is brought to you...2017-12-0500 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 228 – Women Beyond Belief with Karen GarstThis week we are joined by Karen Garst to talk about her book Women Beyond Belief and her upcoming book Women vs. Religion. We also talk about her own story, how terrible religion is for women, and the Mythinformation Conference.Blog http://faithlessfeminist.com/ Book http://amzn.to/2kQdBO6 Twitter https://twitter.com/karen_garstThis episode was recorded on October 14, 2017 for release on December 5, 2017 as Dustin and Lauren are on parental leave. Watch the Facebook page and Twitters for updates on the baby.This episode is brought to you by:2017-12-0558 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 210 – Republican AtheistsIn this week’s episode of the Atheist Nomads we have an interview of Lauren Ell of the Republican Atheist in the second half where she tells us about her organization and we discuss whether conservative politics are compatible with humanism. In the first half we are joined by Gary Mitchel and talk about the latest news, including some of Trump’s BS.You can find Republican Atheists at http://republicanatheists.com/Trump’s transgender service member ban http://thehill.com/policy/defense/344290-mattis-appalled-by-trump-tweets-announcing-transgender-military-ban-reportPolice Chiefs come out against Texas bathroom bill ht...2017-08-011h 09

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 210 – Republican Atheists In this week’s episode of the Atheist Nomads we have an interview of Lauren Ell of the Republican Atheist in the second half where she tells us about her organization and we discuss whether conservative politics are compatible with humanism. In the first half we are joined by Gary Mitchel and talk about the latest news, including some of Trump’s BS. You can find Republican Atheists at http://republicanatheists.com/ Trump’s transgender service member ban http://thehill.com/policy/defense/344290-mattis-appalled-by-trump-tweets-announcing-transgender-military-ban-report Police Chiefs come out against Texas bathroom bill 2017-08-0100 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 181 – News for January 12, 2017Dustin and Lauren were on Trailer Park Atheist http://tparkatheist.blogspot.com/2017/01/episode-0133-judith-gives-head.htmlDUSTIN’ OFF THE DEGREE – Self Supporting MinistriesNEWSKentucky’s legislature has passed two new anti-abortion bills http://wkms.org/post/general-assembly-approves-anti-abortion-bills-awaiting-signature-governorElderly Brazilian woman has been praying to Elrond figurine http://www.patheos.com/blogs/friendlyatheist/2017/01/05/an-elderly-brazilian-woman-has-been-accidentally-praying-every-day-to-an-elf-from-lord-of-the-rings/Cleveland Clinic department wrote an op-ed questioning vaccine safety http://www.patheos.com/blogs/friendlyatheist/2017/01/09/cleveland-clinic-doctor-roundly-criticized-after-writing-essay-questioning-vaccine-safety/Trump asks anti-vax Kennedy to head committee on vaccine safety http://gizmo.do/Mu8N4Du...2017-01-1257 min

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 181 – News for January 12, 2017Dustin and Lauren were on Trailer Park Atheist http://tparkatheist.blogspot.com/2017/01/episode-0133-judith-gives-head.html DUSTIN’ OFF THE DEGREE – Self Supporting Ministries NEWS Kentucky’s legislature has passed two new anti-abortion bills http://wkms.org/post/general-assembly-approves-anti-abortion-bills-awaiting-signature-governor Elderly Brazilian woman has been praying to Elrond figurine http://www.patheos.com/blogs/friendlyatheist/2017/01/05/an-elderly-brazilian-woman-has-been-accidentally-praying-every-day-to-an-elf-from-lord-of-the-rings/ Cleveland Clinic department wrote an op-ed questioning vaccine safety http://www.patheos.com/blogs/friendlyatheist/2017/01/09/cleveland-clinic-doctor-roundly-criticized-after-writing-essay-questioning-vaccine-safety/ Trump asks anti-vax Kennedy to head committee on vaccine safety http://gizmo.do/Mu8N4D...2017-01-1257 min

Humanists 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 min

Humanists Take on the WorldInciting Incident with Al and AstridFight Blood Cancers by donating under Dustin or under Lauren * Watch Part 1 and Part 2 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. You can find their show at www.alexandergoodlive.com/inciting-incident This episode is brought to you by: Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00 * Travis Megee Nuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per month * Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics * Frank * Darryl Goossen Platinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per month * Virginia Daw...2016-10-1354 min

Humanists 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 01

Humanists Take on the WorldF Cancer with Shujin Tribble and Brigid FitchFight Blood Cancers by donating under Dustin or under Lauren * Watch Part 1 and Part 2 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. You can find their how at holycrapthevlogcast.com This episode is brought to you by: Dark Matter Sponsor – >US$35.00 * Travis Megee Nuclear Sponsor – US$20.00 – US$35.00 per month * Russ from the Kitsap Atheists & Agnostics * Frank * Darryl Goossen Platinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per month * Virginia Dawn ...2016-10-061h 01

Humanists 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 11

Humanists Take on the WorldNews for September 29Streamathon * Donate under Dustin or under Lauren * Watch Part 1 and Part 2 DUSTING OFF THE DEGREE – Christianity’s Gender Problem POLITICS AND RELIGION * 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 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY * New Zodiac adds challenge for Ted Cruz killings * Europa spews forth new geyser sightings * Oxytocin enhances spirituality during meditation FE...2016-09-291h 11

Humanists 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 Sound Platinum Sponsor – US$8.00 – US$19.00 per month * Virginia Dawn * Paul Burkey * BT Motley Gold Sponsor – US$4.00 – US$7.00 per month * Mark ...2015-11-061h 11

Humanists 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 11

Humanists 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...2015-07-091h 11

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 96 – News for May 30, 2015INTRO * Lauren filling in for Wesley * Three years down * Episode 100 coming * Break coming up * Adam Miller has dropped his lawsuit again Stephanie Guttormson NEW SEGMENT – Putting that damn degree to better use THIS DAY IN HISTORY – May 30 * 1432 – Joan of Arch executed SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY * New hominid species found * LightSail is in orbit, frozen * First century fragment of Mark found POLITICS AND RELIGION * Josh Duggar * Oregon has banned gay conversion therapy for minors * Ireland approved marriage equali...2015-05-301h 11

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 96 – News for May 30, 2015INTRO* Lauren filling in for Wesley* Three years down* Episode 100 coming* Break coming up* Adam Miller has dropped his lawsuit again Stephanie GuttormsonNEW SEGMENT - Putting that damn degree to better useTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - May 30* 1432 - Joan of Arch executedSCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY* New hominid species found* LightSail is in orbit, frozen* First century fragment of Mark foundPOLITICS AND RELIGION* Josh Duggar* Oregon has banned gay conversion therapy for minors* Ireland approved marriage equality by referendum* British judge takes child from JW mother* Britain to ban Islamic extremism* Dutch government introduces partial ban on face coverings* Jeb Bush thinks...2015-05-301h 11

Humanists Take on the WorldNational Day of ReasonOn May 7, 2015 the Treasure Valley Coalition of Reason hosted a National Day of Reason rally on the front steps of the Idaho State Capitol building in Boise, Idaho. About 40 people gathered in the middle of a Thursday in the rain. The speakers, in order of appearance were: Dustin Williams, Coordinator, TVCoR Colin Fenello, Boise State University Secular Student Alliance Rabbi Dan Fink, Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel Lauren Studley, Vice President, Idaho Atheists Susan Harrington, Treasure, Idaho Atheists Geoffrey Schroeder, Mountain Home City Counsel Member Dr. Richard Carrier, author, blogger, speaker Gary Mitchell, President, Idaho Atheists 2015-05-091h 13

Humanists Take on the WorldNational Day of ReasonOn May 7, 2015 the Treasure Valley Coalition of Reason hosted a National Day of Reason rally on the front steps of the Idaho State Capitol building in Boise, Idaho. About 40 people gathered in the middle of a Thursday in the rain.The speakers, in order of appearance were: Dustin Williams, Coordinator, TVCoR Colin Fenello, Boise State University Secular Student Alliance Rabbi Dan Fink, Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel Lauren Studley, Vice President, Idaho Atheists Susan Harrington, Treasure, Idaho Atheists Geoffrey Schroeder, Mountain Home City Counsel Member Dr. Richard Carrier, author, blogger, speaker Gary Mitchell, President, Idaho AtheistsSupport the show 2015-05-091h 13

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 52 – About Unitarians with Lauren StudleyINTRO Religion at Graduations Feed changes coming soon * Regular MP3 and Ogg feed will have last 10 episodes only * Premium feed will have extended interviews, deleted news stories, the entire back catalogue, and other premium content if and when it’s created FEEDBACK * Rowan on the website – Where’s the pics of the dog? Rocco’s Facebook page Email us at contact@htotw.com or call us at (541) 203-0666 SUPPORT THE SHOW THIS DAY IN HISTORY – May 29 * 1886 – The Pharmacist John Pemberto...2014-05-301h 26

Humanists Take on the WorldEpisode 52 – About Unitarians with Lauren StudleyINTROReligion at GraduationsFeed changes coming soon* Regular MP3 and Ogg feed will have last 10 episodes only* Premium feed will have extended interviews, deleted news stories, the entire back catalogue, and other premium content if and when it’s createdFEEDBACK* Rowan on the website - Where's the pics of the dog?Rocco's Facebook pageEmail us at contact@htotw.com or call us at (541) 203-0666SUPPORT THE SHOWTHIS DAY IN HISTORY - May 29* 1886 - The Pharmacist John Pemberton places his first advertisement for Coca-Cola, the ad appearing in The Atlanta Journal* 1942 - Jews in Paris are forced to sew a yellow star on...2014-05-301h 26