Talk Heathen

This episode is a philosophical discussion between hosts Richard Gilliver and John the Skeptic, focusing on fundamental questions about the universe, morality, free will, and consciousness, while critiquing theistic assumptions.

A therapist discusses the irony of using Buddhist psychology to treat religious trauma while exploring what defines religion and secular humanism on a call-in show.

This episode is a live, rapid-fire call-in show where atheist speakers and experts answer audience questions on topics like religion, secular humanism, and social issues.

This episode satirically critiques religious concepts of God's love, free will, and sin, setting up a discussion on atheism and skepticism.

The host introduces a discussion challenging intelligent design by questioning why a benevolent creator would allow cancer to exist, setting up a debate on religion and biology.

This episode of Talk Heathen explores whether all organized religions can be considered cults through a live call-in debate format.

The host appeals to religious believers to call in and provide substantive arguments for their beliefs, rather than just asserting them as true.

This episode of Talk Heathen discusses the ineffectiveness and harms of conversion therapy, the political interference with gender-affirming care, and the broader issues of personal freedom, bodily autonomy, and science in healthcare amidst medical misinformation and culture wars.

This episode of Talk Heathen discusses the role of faith in contemporary political conflicts, questioning whose side God is on in the context of recent events and inviting listener opinions.

This episode debunks the common critique that atheism inevitably leads to communism by analyzing historical, philosophical, and political flaws in this argument.

The hosts introduce a live call-in atheist show while critiquing how spiritual gifts in Protestant Christianity reinforce church hierarchy and stereotypes.

This episode critiques Christian colleges and universities for creating sheltered environments that restrict intellectual freedom and exposure to diverse perspectives while maintaining evangelical conformity.

The hosts introduce the tenth season of Talk Heathen, discussing the threat of conservative Christian nationalism to the separation of government and religion through policies like Project 2025 and the dismantling of social programs.

A caller discusses the concept of independent attestation in relation to the New Testament with hosts of an atheist call-in show.

A caller named Samuel presents a philosophical and scientific argument for God's existence, beginning with Plato's realm of forms.

The hosts discuss the cultural and linguistic aspects of Christmas terminology, critiquing Christians who insist on 'Merry Christmas' over 'Happy Holidays' despite many languages using non-Christian terms.

This episode explores how moderate religious beliefs may provide social cover for more extreme views, undermining rational discourse and critical examination of faith.

The host introduces a critical interpretation of Jesus in the New Testament as oppressive and mythological, then transitions to a live call-in show format.

This episode of Talk Heathen invites callers to examine theist arguments for God, particularly those using fallacious reasoning like 'what else could it be?' appeals, with hosts Jimmy Jr.

This episode of Talk Heathen discusses philosophical arguments for God's existence, focusing on the Kalam cosmological argument and whether apologetic arguments involve moving goalposts.

This episode of Talk Heathen explores the historical evidence for Jesus as a real person versus a myth, featuring hosts Christy Powell and Godless Engineer discussing why this question matters and inviting callers to join the conversation.

This episode of Talk Heathen is a live call-in show discussing abortion misinformation, morality, atheism, and related topics with hosts Dr.

The hosts discuss how cultural anxiety manifests as belief in demons, critiquing local news for presenting anti-demon warnings with the same seriousness as public health information.

The hosts discuss their frustration with theists using the 'God of the gaps' fallacy to explain natural phenomena without evidence.

This episode of Talk Heathen is a live call-in show where hosts discuss and debate topics like religion, science, secular humanism, and atheistic morality with listeners.

This episode explores the nature and purpose of prayer, questioning whether it's an anxiety ritual, self-help exercise, or genuine communication with God, while inviting callers to share their perspectives.

This episode challenges Christian callers to provide good reasons for believing in Jesus's resurrection, framing it as a critical test for the truth of Christianity.

This episode of Talk Heathen explores the unique and intense relationship America has with religion compared to other Western nations, addressing the isolation faced by those who leave faith and offering support to questioning listeners.

This episode critically examines the intertwined relationship between American identity and Christianity, questioning how religious ideals have shaped national history and current political dynamics.

The hosts introduce a call-in show inviting religious and theist callers to discuss beliefs in a respectful environment while addressing misconceptions about atheist shows.

This episode discusses the unreliability of intuition compared to evidence-based reasoning and explores how biases and misinformation can lead to harmful conclusions.

This episode of Talk Heathen critiques Texas Senate Bill 10, which would mandate displaying the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, arguing it violates religious freedom and promotes one religion over others.

This episode of Talk Heathen features hosts Dr.

This episode examines the intriguing but unverified story of the 1708 Concordia shipwreck survivors founding a colony in central Australia, exploring how we assess historical evidence and the pursuit of truth.

Host Christy Powell and co-host Jamie discuss bridging divides between religious and non-religious communities through shared values like compassion and ethical responsibility in a divided 2025.

This episode of Talk Heathen explores the nuanced relationship between education levels and religious belief, examining claims that higher education correlates with atheism while acknowledging exceptions and complexity.

This episode explores the contradictory portrayals of women in the Bible, featuring a discussion with guest Thinker about biblical interpretation and engaging with diverse perspectives.

The hosts discuss a failed rapture prediction by a South African pastor, expressing atheist skepticism and inviting callers to debate the topic.

The hosts challenge evangelical Christians and their pastors to call into the atheist podcast to present their best arguments for God's existence, questioning why the burden of evangelism falls on inexperienced believers rather than theological experts.

This episode of Talk Heathen is a special Truth Wanted edition featuring hosts Objectively Dan and Kelley Laughlin discussing atheism, secular humanism, and related topics through live call-in questions.

This episode discusses how religion is portrayed in reality TV, focusing on cases of domestic abuse and child sexual torment involving faith-based perpetrators and questioning if these crimes are treated differently.

The hosts discuss current global tensions and apocalyptic feelings while inviting callers to explore questions about religion, secular humanism, and philosophy on their talk show.

This episode of Talk Heathen explores the balance between logic and emotion in atheist and skeptic communities, emphasizing the importance of empathy alongside rational discourse.

This episode discusses religious practices like Ramadan and Lent, critiques the concept of suffering as divine punishment, and introduces a guest who analyzes religious claims through archaeology and history.

The host Jamie discusses shifting focus from atheism to secular humanism and invites diverse perspectives, including religious individuals and Christian nationalists, to engage in a live call-in show about humanist values and human rights.

The host critiques Christianity by arguing that reading the Bible reveals logical inconsistencies and immoral acts, using examples like Abraham's story and the Exodus to challenge religious dogma.

This episode of Talk Heathen discusses navigating holiday family conversations with kindness and clarity while maintaining atheist/skeptical perspectives.

This episode of Talk Heathen discusses the significance of the Pope's death and the selection of a new Pope, emphasizing its global impact on policy, human rights, and social justice.

The episode critiques how religious individuals use 'but Jesus' to justify racism and sexism, sharing personal anecdotes and inviting callers to debate morality in religion versus atheism.

Christy Powell discusses her work as a religious trauma therapist, analyzing why people believe in God—often due to emotional or social factors rather than philosophical arguments like William Lane Craig's cosmological argument, which she questions as mere rationalizations.