Creating Caricatures Doesn’t Help Anyone: Finding Nuance in the Conversation...
Kile Jones recently wrote a post titled “Why Atheists Caricature Islam: An Insiders Perspective.” I like Kile and I often agree with his writing, but I think this post is misguided and ironically...
View ArticleAwesome atheist women you should be following
While the atheist movement is becoming more diverse, it’s still disproportionately white and male and too often thought of as an “old boy’s club.” However, there are many awesome atheist women out...
View ArticleTalk To Me: Changing the Narrative on Race, Religion, & Education (Book Review)
Atheists and Muslims can actually find a lot in common as they are both religious minorities in the United States. Both groups are not trusted, feared, and discriminated against. I would argue it’s...
View ArticleJohnny Depp accused of domestic violence and Amber Heard seeks restraining order
Domestic violence is an epidemic that affects people of all races, religions, and social classes. Johnny Depp now joins the list of public figures who have been accused of domestic violence. Depp’s...
View ArticleReason Rally Review
I just got back from an awesome weekend in DC where I attended the Reason Rally. Overall, the event was fantastic and I had a wonderful time. In this post, I’d like to share some highlights and...
View ArticleHow the Secular Student Alliance changed my life
I admit I was scared to move to South Carolina. As a very left-leaning atheist, I really didn’t expect to fit in. But that is where I was accepted for graduate school and I would be heading there soon....
View ArticleAtheist organization in Kenya suspended by Attorney General
I was happy to write about how Atheists in Kenya was officially recognized as an organization by the Kenyan government a few months ago. Sadly, the Attorney General has overturned that decision and...
View ArticleHow This Atheist Finds Meaning In Life
Studies show how people often use their religion as a source of meaning in their lives. And it makes sense. Believing that “God has a plan for you” and adhering to the doctrine of your religion...
View ArticleThe Atheist Community Needs to do a Better Job of Welcoming People of Color
Atheists are still mostly male and mostly white. I’ve previously written about the sexism problem within atheist circles that may turn women away, but in this post I’d like to highlight some of the...
View ArticleGary Johnson and Jill Stein both ask for the atheist vote…kind of
David Silverman, President of American Atheists, recently asked both third party candidates if they will ask for the atheist vote. Both Gary Johnson and and Jill Stein replied and both gave equally...
View ArticleWomen Beyond Belief: Discovering Life Without Religion
The following is a guest post by Dr. Karen Garst, author of the new book Women Beyond Belief: Discovering Life Without Religion. Dr. Garst’s book focuses on the negative impact religion has had on...
View ArticleBill Nye explains why he doesn’t believe in ghosts or the afterlife
As someone who is passionate about science communication, I’ve always appreciated what Bill Nye has done with his career. I think it’s great how Bill Nye regularly explains complicated subjects in a...
View ArticleSign outside memorial service asks people to avoid saying religious platitudes
Losing someone close to you is one of the hardest things people can go through. As an atheist, I definitely do not want to hear how the person I cared about is “in a better place” or their death was...
View ArticleFeminism and the science of religious belief (VIDEO)
I was recently interviewed on the Road To Reason TV show and I’d like to share the video now that it’s online! I covered a variety of topics including how I became an atheist, my gender equality and...
View ArticleAwesome Secular Student Alliance Scholarships Now Available
The Secular Student Alliance is one of my favorite organizations. They do so many awesome things while providing a space for secular students around the country. They are also largely responsible for...
View ArticleStudy finds that belief in miracles is associated with poorer health outcomes
There is a great deal of scientific literature that analyzes how religious belief impacts physical and mental health. Religiosity has been documented as having both positive and negative effects on...
View ArticleIt’s absolutely ridiculous to call Maajid Nawaz and Ayaan Hirsi Ali...
The Southern Poverty Law Center has done some great work fighting against hate and discrimination. However, they really missed the mark by placing Maajid Nawaz and Ayaan Hirsi Ali on their “anti-Muslim...
View ArticlePresident Obama discusses atheism and politics with Bill Maher
I’m personally not the biggest fan of Bill Maher, but I do appreciate that he shares a non-religious viewpoint with the general public. It is nice to see those with large platforms normalize atheism...
View ArticleAn Atheist Responds to “S%#t I Wish (Some) Atheists Would Stop Doing (And...
I often enjoy reading the posts by Benjamin L. Corey over on the Patheos Progressive Christian Channel. I consider him an ally as we both care about many social justice issues. Corey recently wrote a...
View ArticleRicky Gervais Discusses His Atheism on The Late Show
Comedian Ricky Gervais is one of the most well-known atheists there is. He recently went on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and talked about a variety of issues including his atheism. I thought...
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