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Browse by Month:Victories and other updates in state/church news. Dan discusses his new book, “The Good Atheist.” Prof. Dennett discusses “Breaking the Spell,” his study on clergy leaving the pulpit.
Indiana dad Craig Scarberry discusses the custody battle for his kids hinging on his lack of belief. Steve Trunk reports his legal victory this week when an appeals court ruled the Mount Solidad cross must move off public property. (Photo of Steve by Brent Nicastro)
January 1, 2011. This week we welcome the new year with a new game: “Name that secular songwriter!” Enjoy the enormous contributions of nonreligious composers and songwriters who have built the Great American Songbook.
To put the “saturn back in Saturnalia,” Freethought Radio will play Dan Barker’s broadcastable version of South Park’s “Merry F——- Christmas” as well as Dan’s “Solstice Tribute.” After sharing news coverage of FFRF seasonal state/church actions, including placement of its Winter Solstice sign in the Mississippi State Capitol to counter a nativity display, the hosts will look at the best of “freethought at the flicks.” Memorable clips about atheism and religion in film history will air.
To put the “saturn back in Saturnalia,” Freethought Radio will play Dan Barker’s broadcastable version of South Park’s “Merry F——- Christmas” as well as Dan’s “Solstice Tribute.” After sharing news coverage of FFRF seasonal state/church actions, including placement of its Winter Solstice sign in the Mississippi State Capitol to counter a nativity display, the hosts will look at the best of “freethought at the flicks.” Memorable clips about atheism and religion in film history will air.
Happy Winter Solstice! We’ll keep you up to date on all the latest December state/church violations. We speak with Mike Newdow about his ongoing litigation regarding the pledge of allegiance. Photo: Brent Nicastro
Reason’s Greetings? Heathen’s Greetings? FFRF discusses the French burka ban with lawyer Sarah Braasch who just returned from France.
Mitch Kahle discusses why he was physically removed in the Hawaii Senate Chambers by the Sargent at Arms. Stephanie Meyers talks about what to get an atheist for Christmas.
Did you know the least religious segment of the population is young, teens and twenty-somethings. This week we talk with Jesse Galef, Communications Director of the Secular Student Alliance about the growing number of young nonbelievers. We celebrate Mark Twain’s birthday, Nov. 30.