How much should non-believers be afraid of new Speaker Mike Johnson? Afraid enough to make sure he's only the minority leader in 2024 is the correct answer btw. Also Jerry tries but fails to stop saying "you know".Von Godless Heathens

Why does the mainstream media want to hear from Russell Moore so much lately? Do they love heretics that much? Is he one? And do progressives need him more than needs us? So many questions. Oh, and we also text with Jesus. The free version at least. There are too many recent Russell Moore links to put in one pod description.…

How much have you really listened to RFK Jr.? We only knew the usual bullet points too, but don't dismiss his appeal or the potential havoc his candidacy could cause next year. Or this year even. A couple of New Yorker podcasts inspired this show: The conspiracy theories of RFK Jr. The most insightful 30 minutes you'll hear on this topic. Our analy…

No, not like the Anne Rice novels, but a chat about Satanism and the Satanic Temple with a friend of the pod. Stick around, you just might learn something, hey hey hey... Linkage: Hail Satan documentary Interview with the author of The Little Book of Satanism Satanic Temple campaignsVon Godless Heathens

A special guest enters the chat for episode 125, a word that Jeff understandably had trouble saying, because how often to you celebrate the 125th anniversary of anything? Discuss. The usual amount of Hopium is vaped when talking about the Fox News settlement, while huffing a new strain of "Consequencium", that has the same bitter aftertaste of burn…

What should we make of a big, grassroots revival in 2023? Tens of thousands of people made the trek to Kentucky, but is this really a new trend? Magic 8-ball says... doubtful, like the reports of miracle healing at it. Oh and btw, ending gerrymanding is not only possible, but is getting results in Michigan. "Miraculous" healing at Asbury Revival-CB…

We tried, but the good news pod got overwhelmed by... a lot. Should there be extended outrage and consequences to anyone that says a group of people, any group, should be "eradicated"? (Yes). Banning books, banning people, creating enemy classes of people, sure sounds like... And how is the awful CPAC conference good news? (Please clap) Show links:…

You can't keep a mediocre podcast down forever. Cop City bodycam footage, from The Intercept. Jeff is still watching the Sopranos. Don't let him know about the series end. Honeybees vaccine! And our first link from Modern Farmer. Still looking for the happy stuff. Which are not drugs.Von Godless Heathens

On this, the last Godless Heathens Podcast, we have our final discussion. Thank you to everybody we met along the way. Email - Godlessheathens@yahoo.comTwitter - @godlesspodcastFacebook Discussion Group- https://www.facebook.com/228801104333716Von Godless Heathens

On this episode, after an extended pre-show of "what about this story", we finally decided to pick one as a jumping off point and "Just Hit Record" Links: Recommendations: Jeff's Recommendation: The Deconstructionist: https://www.amazon.com/Destructionists-Twenty-Five-Crack-Up-Republican-Party-ebook/dp/B09LH2W6ZP Don's Recommendation: HOTD: https:/…

On this episode we welcome State Senator Kim Jackson on to talk about what it's like to be a freshman State Senator as well as the vicar of an Episcopal ministry and run a small farm. We also talk about many of the long running topics on the pod like building connections with religious communities that we check many of the social & political boxes,…

On this episode, we discuss something we're not used to discussing, actual good news. From the Kansas vote on abortion, to Alex Jones finding out after years of F'ing around, it's ben a pretty good week. Links: Recommendations: Jeff's Recommendation: Thomas Frank: https://www.amazon.com/People-No-Populism-Fight-Democracy/dp/1250220114 Don's recomme…

On this episode we discuss the many reasons we seem to be muttering WTF to ourselves about every 5-10 mins of the day lately. Links: Recommendations: Don's Recommendation: https://play.history.com/shows/alone Email - Godlessheathens@yahoo.com Twitter - @godlesspodcast Facebook Discussion Group - https://www.facebook.com/228801104333716 Patreon - ht…

On this episode, we discuss the recent explosion at the Georgia Guide Stones, a massive granite roadside attraction in The Peach State and why it's important. We also discuss the recent lack of a response from the Democrats after recent SCOTUS decisions. Recommendations: Don's Recommendation: Keep Sweet: Pray & Obey: https://www.netflix.com/title/8…

On this episode Jeff starts us with a bit of a history lesson, that leads to discussion of moderates and fundamentalists among other things. Links: Diana Butler Bass: https://dianabutlerbass.substack.com/p/from-watershed-to-apocalypse-now?s=r Recommendations: Jeff's Recommendation: https://www.amazon.com/Laboratories-Autocracy-Wake-Up-Behind-Lines/…

On this episode, with Jerry unavailable, we have Ashley join us to discuss recent cases heard by the Supreme Court and one in particular. Links: CNN: https://youtu.be/25JyC5Whhvc Recommendations: Jeff's Recommendation: The Grand Unified Theory of BS: https://www.amazon.com/Grand-Unified-Theory-Bullshit/dp/B09TDW7RSR Ashley's Recommendations: Cybers…

On this episode we welcome to the show blogger, podcaster, activist and teacher Neil Carter. Neil was one of the first guest speakers Jeff brought in after founding our local atheist group. We spoke about a number of topics including his recent move from Patheos to Only Sky with the rest of the non-belief community of bloggers, the AA convention in…

On this episode, it's an old school Heathens Roundup. We were off a week and we've got plenty of stories to catch up on. Make sure and stop by our table Easter Weekend at the American Atheist Convention in Atlanta. Links: Recommendations: Jeff's Recommendation: Amanda Tyler: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christians-against-christian-nationa…

On this episode we discuss the hard turn into homophobia a number of State legislators have tried to and succeeded in passing recently. We also ask if we are failing the test of history and how do you know. Lastly we look at if calling White Christian Nationalism by that name is the best long term strategy. Links: Recommendations: Jeff's Recommenda…

On this episode we welcome to the show a very special guest Mandisa Thomas the founder and President of Black Nonbelievers. Ms. Thomas is not only someone who all three co-host have admired for the work she has accomplished in the Atheist movement in the last decade plus, we also have the pleasure of considering her to be a personal friend. I know …

On this episode we discuss how, after two years, everybody is ready to "return to normal" and how it doesn't sit right with all of us. Recommendations: Jerry's recommendation: Cobra: https://www.amazon.com/Episode-3/dp/B08JJLZ74H/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=Cobra&qid=1645311650&sr=8-2 Email - Godlessheathens@yahoo.com Twitter - @godlesspodcast Facebook Dis…

On this episode we discuss how the "We Hate Cancel Culture" crowd seems to have discovered book bans, are burnings soon to follow? We look at a recent Oklahoma Bill letting students sue teachers for instruction that goes against their religious beliefs. We even send a little time talking about the 600 pound gorilla in every podcast room, Joe Rogan.…

On this episode we welcome back the host of the This Week In Virology podcast Dr. Vincent Racaniello. We talk about where we currently are in the Covid Pandemic with the Omicron variant and where we're headed. Links: TWIV Q&A: https://www.youtube.com/user/profvrr Email - Godlessheathens@yahoo.com Twitter - @godlesspodcast Facebook Discussion Group …

On this episode, after taking the holidays off, we're back with plenty on our plates. We discuss new Covid variants, the anniversary of the 1/6 attack on the Capitol, a former Trump aide going on tv to discuss failed coup plans, and give Australia another well deserved golf clap. Links: Ari Melber & Peter Navarro https://youtu.be/TAaIuv5uG7Y Recomm…

On this episode we discuss the recent wave of crazy stories going on currently in the news. Topic include the magically disappearing CRT, Chris Christie's book tour, people still waiting on JFK Jr and/or Sr in Dallas, Tx. and Michael Flynn saying the quiet part out loud. Links: As Promised: https://twitter.com/liveonthechat/status/14606488320232816…

On this episode we discuss the off year midterm elections that took place earlier this week and the fallout from the results. Links: Rapidly diversifying schools: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/schools-facing-critical-race-theory-battles-are-diversifying-rapidly-analysis-n1278834 Media on CRT: https://presswatchers.org/2021/10/failing-to-call…

One this episode, it's the first time that it's just been the three of us for almost two months. It's an Ol' Time Heathens Round Up episode and Jeff has been wanting to talk about something for two weeks so buckle up. Links: Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/sep/10/boys-more-at-risk-from-pfizer-jab-side-effect-than-covid-suggests-stu…

On this episode, we welcome to the show Brooke Binkowski. Brooke has worked as a journalist for more than 20 years and is currently the Managing Editor at truthorfiction.com. She’s written for The Globe & Mail, The Guardian, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, CBS and NPR. She's also a personal friend of Jerry's, but don't hold that against her. Links: t…

On this episode, we welcome Jeff's man-crush, Vincent Racaniello from the This Week in Virology Podcast. We discuss the Covid-19 virus, the vaccine, if boosters are needed, what's safe to do & what's not, and how the media is covering the pandemic among other things. After the interview, we have a short wrap up discussion. Links: Rogan & Sagura: ht…

On this, the 100th episode, we welcome Dr. Dan Miller from The Straight White American Jesus podcast to join us in a discussion about our parallel "podcast journeys" through the years of dotards reign and the emergence of White Christian Nationalism. We also discuss his new book "Queer Democracy", available now! Recommendations: Jeff's Recommendati…

On this episode, we discuss mask mandates as schools are set to reopen and the reactions of some parents at local school board meetings. We also discuss the Global Prayer to End Atheism that was scheduled for @ pm EST Thursday August 12th, 2021. Links: Franklin, Tn. School Board Meeting: https://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2021/08/12/tennessee-covid-mask…

On this episode, with the rising infection rates of the Delta Variant we discuss the feeling of going through 2020 all over again. We also look at some of our social media intern's recent activity. Links: TWIV https://www.microbe.tv/twiv/ Recommendations: Jerry's Recommendation: Atlantic https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2021/07/mike-lindel…

In this episode, we discuss the concept of Hyper Objects. Don't worry we fall down a rabbit hole or two along the way. Links: Hyper Objects: https://warzel.substack.com/p/we-are-not-ready Covid: His: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/07/15/man-undergoes-double-lung-transplant-covid/7975676002/ Hers: https://www.theadvocate.com/acadian…

On this episode we discuss the The Church of Universal Suffrage, why the Council of Catholic Bishops wants to deny Joe Biden Communion, and the discovery of mass graves at Catholic Residential Schools in Canada. Links: Church of Universal Suffrage: https://www.universalsuffragechurch.org/ SWAJ: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-catholic-bis…

On this episode, we discuss the Southern Baptist Convention holding their annual conference in Nashville this year, and the election of their new President. We also Discuss Critical Race Theory because everybody is. Lastly we dig into a recent survey and give Australia another golf clap. Links: SBC: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/16/us/southern-ba…

On this episode, in what started as a group chat discussion/argument among the Heathens about living in what we think is a historical time, history in general, and are the winners really the ones who get to write it. We decided to have a talk about it with Historian and friend of Jerry's, Dr. Mark Fleszar PhD. Email - Godlessheathens@yahoo.com Twit…

On this episode we discuss the recent CDC guideline that fully vaccinated people can go mask less indoors and just how comfortable we would feel doing that in a local store. We also look at how the Democrats can be inclusive and sensitive yet retain power and win future elections. Recommendations: Don's Recommendation: Zachrilege: https://zachrileg…

On this episode, Jeff is back and we have plenty of recent craziness in the news to talk about. Mark Samsel, Mitt Romney, Dotard & Facebook to name a few. Links: Mark Samsel: https://www.thepitchkc.com/kansas-rep-mark-samsel-arrested-for-battery-of-a-child-during-unhinged-substitute-teacher-gig/ Mitt Romney: https://news.yahoo.com/really-happy-mitt…

Unfortunately, Jeff couldn't make it this week so Jerry and Don discussed the recent actions of Richard Dawkins that resulted in The American Humanist Association rescinding it's 1996 Humanist of the Year award. They also looked at a Georgia church that sent an awful letter to a lesbian member, threatening disfellowship if she didn't mend her wicke…

On this episode we talk about the lying liars and the lies they tell and have we now become a society that simply accepts lying as normal. Links: Recommendations: Don's Recommendations: Nobody: https://www.nobody.movie/ Jeff's Recommendation: Adam Jentleson - Kill Switch https://www.amazon.com/Kill-Switch-Crippling-American-Democracy/dp/1631497774 …

On this episode we sit down (virtually) with Dr. Susan Conradsen PhD an Associate Professor of Psychology as well as the Director of the Women’s Studies Program at Berry College in Rome, Ga. She joins us to help separate fact from conventional wisdom on topics like sex addiction and purity culture. Links: Pod Save America: Recommendations: Susan's …

On this episode we discuss a recent article in The Atlantic "America Without God" about the decline of religion in America and what we have replaced it with. Next, we look at Beth Moore's departure from the Southern Baptist Convention. Lastly, we attempt to talk Jerry off the ledge after he was recently triggered watching MSNBC. Links: America With…

On this episode, we start off talking about a new School Prayer Bill proposed in Georgia. We then shift our attention to the recent storms in Texas and the outrageous utility bills residents are being hit with. We wrap up with our least favorite atheist group, Atheist for Liberty and their attendance at C-PAC. Links: Prayer Bill: https://friendlyat…

On this Episode we have a very special guest. Bradley Onishi, Professor at Skidmore College and co-host of The Straight White American Jesus Podcast joins the Godless Heathens. We discuss The Capitol Insurrection, Marjorie Taylor Greene, White Christian Nationalism, and Q-anon, among many other topics. Recommendation: Straight White American Jesus:…

On this episode, after being called out on twitter we deal with Jerry's cynicism, or as Jerry put's it "take a trip across the River Cynicism to Realityville". Also, we talk about the DHS alert on Domestic Terrorism and the high level of religiosity is Joe Biden's Inaugural Address. Links: Geatz Ralley: https://trib.com/news/state-and-regional/govt…

On this episode, we look at the recent assault on the U.S. Capitol Building and the White Christian Nationalist symbolism found displayed throughout the insurgent crowd. We also examine how the incoming Biden administration needs to deal with a recent coup attempt moving forward. lastly, we discuss their recent decision to waffle on the promise of …

Every year every podcast does a lame "Year End Review" episode. We would never stoop so low, wink wink. Recommendations: Jeff's Recommendation: https://www.netflix.com/title/81332175 Email - Godlessheathens@yahoo.com Twitter - @godlesspodcast Facebook Discussion Group - https://www.facebook.com/228801104333716 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/Godl…

On this episode we look at the increase of insanity on the Christian Right since the election. We also cry in our drinks over missed monetary opportunities on the night of the election and we look at the one game suspension of an Italian Soccer Player, no really. Lastly, Jeff is getting the opportunity to meat his podcast hero! Links: Pastor Locke:…

On this episode, we wade into the Cat 5 storm that is the runoff election for the two Senate seats in Georgia and how internet heroes die quickly. Lastly, we discuss how the Southern Baptist Convention felt they must put out a joint statement against Critical Race Theory. Links: Gabriel Sterling: https://youtu.be/jLi-Yo6IucQ https://www.npr.org/202…

On this episode we talk about an invitation one of us received to a Christmas Party being called, in a joking manner, "A Super Spreader Extravaganza". We use this as a springboard to discuss the larger topic of the attitude a growing number of people hold that they are simply over the "Whole Corona Thing" and just how dangerous this thinking is. We…