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Features an interview with Mikey Weinstein, who is suing the U.S. Air Forces for out-of-control Christian proselytizing and who blew the whistle on abuses at the Colorado Springs Air Force Academy. Music includes the song, We, the People.” A brief Theocracy Alert sounds the alarm on U.S. Rep. Katherine Harris’ recent remarks. Freethinkers Almanac looks at a freethought heroine, Frances Wright. Photo by Brent Nicastro (MP3, 45 min, 20.4 MB)”
Features an interview with Prof. Lawrence Lerner, co-author of the Fordham Institute’s report grading science and evolution standards in the United States state-by-state. (Hint: Wisconsin was one of many states to flunk.) Timely developments on evolution are reported. Homage is paid to the 86th anniversary of Women’s Equality Day (Aug. 26, 1920) and the freethinking women who sparked the suffrage movement. For comic relief, enjoy Joe Hill’s classic song, The Preacher and the Slave,” performed memorably by Kristin Lems and Dan Barker, from the CD, “Friendly Neighborhood Atheist.” (MP3, 48 min, 22 MB)”
Features an in-depth interview with Philip Paulson, who courageously litigated a 29-foot cross on public property atop Mt. Soldedad in San Diego for 17 years. Pres. Bush signed into law a bill to seize federal control of the city land, in order to circumvent years of court rulings declaring city hosting of the crossto be unconstitutional. Phil talks about the many ins and outs of the case, and why he intends to prevail. Phil, who served in the military, also talks candidly about an atheist’s way of living and dying. Accompanying music: None of the Above,” written and performed by Dan Barker. (MP3, 48 min, 22.1 MB)”
Features a special look at the growing religion-based assault against gay rights around the country. Interviewed: former FFRF staff member Ellen Masters, a lesbian mom in a committed relationship who talks about what it’s like to be denied equal rights under the law. Her interview is a sneak preview of Ellen’s article, The Churches Have Legalized Discrimination in America,” appearing in the September issue of Freethought Today. Dan Barker’s Pagan Pulpit looks at the biblical roots of homophobia. Kristin Lems’ timely song, “How Nice!” continues the theme. Robert Green Ingersoll (born on August 11) is profiled in Freethinkers Almanac. Accompanying music: “The Time to Be Happy Is Now,” words by Robert G. Ingersoll, music by Dan Barker (with backup children’s choir). (MP3, 47 min, 21.4 MB)”
An interview with a public official recalled from office last year in Estes Park, Colo., simply for failure to recite the religious pledge of allegiance. David Habecker, who received an award at the 2005 FFRF convention, updates his case, in which FFRF is co-plaintiff, in a memorable interview. Also features Theocracy Alert” — tune in for news and commentary on some disturbing developments in Congress last week. Music includes the timely “With God on Our Side.” Providing artistic relief for a bad-news week: two atheist poets are featured in Freethinkers Almanac; Rupert Brooks’ whimsical poem, “Heaven” (from a fish’s perspective) is read. (MP3, 47 min, 21.4 MB)”
Includes a timely Theocracy Alert, and features a lively interview with attorney Alvin Harris of Tennessee. Mr. Harris capably represented the Freedom From Religion Foundation in its Scopes II” lawsuit in Dayton, Tenn., successfully challenging a serious state/church violation that was a long-lasting legacy of the original Scopes trial. Features Dan Barker’s version of Holly Near’s “I Ain’t Afraid.” (MP3, 46 min, 20.9 MB)”
Timely commentary on the (bad) news of the week, a Pagan Pulpit” on the biblical claims to Israel, and features as guest distinguished civil rights attorney George Daly, of North Carolina. Mr. Daly discusses state/church separation in the South and his work with the Foundation to halt a proposed violation in North Carolina schools. In the second half of the program, he talks about his recent humanitarian work as volunteer counsel to detainees at Guantanamo Bay, disclosing little-known information. (MP3, 47 min, 21.2 MB)”
Dan Barker, author of Losing Faith in Faith: From Preacher to Atheist, talks about his journey from fundamentalist believer and minister to atheist. The former Christian songwriter’s first two songs as an atheist, You Can’t Win with Original Sin” and “Blood Brothers,” are also aired. The show includes Theocracy Alert and Freethinkers Almanac. (MP3, 47 min, 21.5 MB)”
Highlights ways in which creationism is being combated, including an innovative piece of legislation recently introduced in Wisconsin by State Rep. Terese Berceau. Also interviewed is a well-known national spokesperson for science education, Eugenie Scott. The hosts critique a new office of faith-based initiatives recently set up in Wisconsin. (MP3, 47 min, 21.3 MB)
