Serious Inquiries Only
Join Thomas for some critical thinking on questions of science, philosophy, skepticism and politics. These serious topics are discussed with some serious guests, but in an entertaining and engaging way! This is not your typical interview podcast; it's a friendly dialogue, conducted thoughtfully and with plenty of humor. It's Serious Inquiries Only; but like, not boring or anything.
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AS202: Dr. Richard Carrier on EvoPsych
Is 90% of all Evo Psych false? That's the claim Dr. Richard Carrier makes in his mammoth article, which can be found here. While I'm hoping to have Richard on at a later date to discuss the topic he's likely most known for – Jesus's existence, this visit is all about Evolutionary Psychology and whether or …
AS201: Tommentary; Critical Comments
This episode, I look at a story from a few months back that I never got to comment on. It's a very fascinating news item about a parent allowing her child to choose to end her medical care and thus end her life. But it's done on the basis that she'll go to heaven… Here's …
AS200: Abortion Debate Followup
Thank you guys for the avalanche of comments, emails and messages on my debate with Tyler Vela. This is likely the most response I've gotten to anything, and I think it's because there is plenty to disagree and argue about. That's my favorite kind of topic! Today's episode is a bit of a post-mortem on …
AS199: Debating Abortion, with Tyler Vela Part 2
Here's part 2 of a 2 part spirited debate with Christian and past guest, Tyler Vela. Tyler hosts a podcast called the Freed Thinker, which you can find on iTunes or through google. I will be doing a commentary and break down of exactly how this debate broke down on Thursday's show.
AS198: Debating Abortion, with Tyler Vela
Here's part 1 of a 2 part spirited debate with Christian and past guest, Tyler Vela. Tyler hosts a podcast called the Freed Thinker, which you can find on iTunes or through google. If you'd like access to part 2 right away, check out http://www.patreon.com/atheist!
AS197: Goldsmiths Followup; Radicalizing Muslims
Today I've got some more Tommentary for you. Because I'm pretty sure Eli and Cog Dis will all agree with me on the Goldsmiths issue, I decided to tackle a brief portion of commenter Mike Samsa's incredibly long disagreements with me on the treatment of Maryam Namazie. It amazes me that someone could condone how …
AS196: Tommentary on Tump, Eli Bosnick Followup
I've got a couple Tommentary items to talk about that I promise aren't trigger warning or safe space related… But then after that I go into the Eli Bosnick adventures both Cog Dis and I have had. I did a lot more research into the fact claims and came out in a pretty different place …
AS195: Eli Bosnick, Part 2
The funniest man on the planet is back for part 2 to talk about SJW issues further. Be sure to let me know your opinions on this episode, because I think these issues are important and controversial. I'll be addressing your comments in the next Tommentary. Some links Eli referenced: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/grade-point/wp/2015/11/02/students-accuse-yale-sae-fraternity-brothers-of-having-a-white-girls-only-policy-at-their-party/ http://www.cnn.com/2015/11/12/opinions/kohn-yale-protests/ http://www.sae.net/oklahoma
AS194: Eli Bosnick On Safe Spaces
The funniest man on the planet is here to talk about something not funny. Safe spaces, trigger warnings, and is the secular community targeting the wrong thing when we speak out against shrieking 19 year olds at Yale. Eli holds a very passionate position on this and we have a good discussion on it. Here …
AS193: Abortion and Christian Terrorism
I'm back to my Tommentarying ways with some thoughts on the abortion clinic shooting. Is it Christian terrorism? Is Christianity just as responsible for the shooting as Islam is for Islamic terrorism? Find out my thoughts and be sure to share yours if you disagree. Or maybe if you agree!
AS192: Everybody Is Wrong About God, Part 2
We're back for the second installment with James Lindsay, discussing his new book, Everybody Is Wrong About God. The book can be purchased here: http://www.amazon.com/Everybody-Is-Wrong-About-God/dp/1634310365 Part 2 starts with a question on whether or not atheist vs theist debates should be a thing of the past, in light of James' observations on the nature of god. …
AS191: Everybody Is Wrong About God, with James Lindsay
This is an interview that has been months in the making. James Lindsay is here to talk about his exciting new book, Everybody Is Wrong About God, which you can find here: http://www.amazon.com/Everybody-Is-Wrong-About-God/dp/1634310365 James was kind enough to send me an advance copy, so I was very prepared to talk about the fascinating thesis expressed in …
AS190: Scientology with Chris Shelton
This week I'm joined again by the great Chris Shelton! Chris appeared on the show some months back to discuss his 27 years of working for the Church of Scientology! I definitely recommend checking those episodes out if you weren't a listener at the time. He's here for an update on the goings on of …
AS189: Paris and Beirut Attacks
Well, I wasn't about to ignore this major event that everyone is talking about. I offer my opinion on some of the reactions people are having, from the far right to the far left. As usual, find out why everyone is wrong! (Maybe.)
AS188: More Transgender Discussion with Fiona
In this second installment with Fiona, we debate a bit about what the rules should be for transgender kids or kids who begin identifying as another gender in high school, and request full use of shower/locker rooms. This is a real case that happened recently and the result was that even a separate changing area within …