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Freedom From Religion FoundationExplicit
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Date created
2006/05/05
Latest episode
2026/11/05
Average duration
50 min.
Release period
8 days
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A weekly show, broadcast live from Madison, Wis., on 92.1 FM, Saturdays 11 a.m. to 12 noon. Hosted by Dan Barker and Annie Laurie Gaylor, co-presidents, Freedom From Religion Foundation. Slightly irreverent views, news, music and interviews.
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Catching a Wave
2026/11/05
After the midterm elections, we have "caught a wave, and are sittin' on top of the world"! We report many state/church victories, then columnist Kate Cohen, author of We of Little Faith, tells us how to fight Genesis with Genesis.
I've Had It!
2026/10/29
We hear from two teachers who object to Texas' law requiring the posting of Ten Commandments in public schools, and from two students denouncing Christian nationalism. Then, atheist Jennifer Welch, host of the popular "I've Had It!" show, tells us exactly what motivates theocrats – and how to combat them.
Unthinkable
2026/10/22
After we report our challenges and victories regarding Christian nationalism, we hear Ron Reagan – son of the former president – talk about how a once unthinkable theocracy is now threatening democracy, and about what we can do to defend freedom of thought.
American Caesar
2026/10/15
We listen to highlights of FFRF's "Great American Freethought Songbook" concert series. Then, Dr. Bradley B. Onishi describes his new book "American Caesar: How Theocrats and Tech Lords are Turning America Into a Monarchy."
Why Fascists Fear Teachers
2026/10/08
FFRF Action Fund's legislative team gives us a rundown on the Nov. 3 ballot initiatives around the country, both good and bad. Then, American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten describes her new book, "Why Fascists Fear Teachers."
Free Betty
2026/10/01
After announcing the "Secularist of the Week" and the "Theocrat of the Week," we speak with Maryam Namazie, president of the Council of Ex-Muslims of Great Britain, about the campaign to release Ibtissame Betty Lachgar from a Moroccan prison for the "crime" of wearing a T-shirt that insults Islam.
Sisterhood Is Global
2026/09/24
After reporting the good and the bad news about Christian nationalist antics, we remember the life and legacy of well-known feminist and atheist activist Robin Morgan, who died earlier this month.
Not Today, Fascists!
2026/09/17
On Constitution Day, we celebrate a legislative win for a Washington, D.C., memorial to Forgotten Freethinking Founder Thomas Paine. Then, popular podcaster Jennifer Welch tells us about her new book, "Not Today, Fascists: The Lies That Got Us Here, and the Truths That Will Reunite Us."
Southeast Asian Freethinkers
2026/09/10
We salute feminist freethinker Robin Morgan, and castigate Christian nationalist actions by various Cabinet members. Then, A.J. Surin, founder and president of Humanists Malaysia, tells us about the few brave freethinkers advocating for reason and tolerance of diversity in his ultrareligious mostly Muslim nation.
Was Spinoza an atheist?
2026/09/03
After remembering the life of the great feminist and humanist Gloria Steinem, we speak with Professor Steven Nadler about his new bombshell book, "Spinoza, Atheist."
Common Sense
2026/08/27
Margaret Downey, president of the Thomas Paine Memorial Association, tells us what you can do to help erect a memorial statue to America's forgotten Founder Thomas Paine in Washington, D.C.
No Prophets
2026/08/20
After announcing that we have asked the Supreme Court to rule that the Texas law requiring the posting of the Ten Commandments in public schools is unconstitutional, we hear Ron Reagan interview Rep. Jared Huffman about his new book "No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy from Christian Nationalism."
Hitchens vs. The Church
2026/08/13
We hear the brilliant late journalist/intellectual Christopher Hitchens debate an archbishop on the topic "Is the Catholic Church a force for good in the world?" and FFRF Regional Government Affairs Manager Mickey Dollens explains what's wrong with Texas' new bible-infused public-school curriculum.
Congressional Reason!
2026/08/06
After reporting problems created by — as well as victories against — Christian nationalism, we hear the co-chairs of the Congressional Freethought Caucus, Reps. Jared Huffman, D-Calif., and Jamie Raskin, D-Md., speaking at the third annual Congressional Reason Reception in Washington, D.C., co-sponsored by FFRF.
Uncommon Sense
2026/07/30
FFRF co-sponsored the Reason Reception in Washington, D.C., in honor of the Congressional Freethought Caucus. We hear remarks by Reps. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Sean Casten, D-Ill., and Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., capped off by the guest of honor Mary Trump.
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ArtificialUnintelligence 2026/07/16
Exceptional
These guys have been fighting the good fight against the “good book” for a while now, and they do it the right way. Keep going, and we will keep liste...
herbify 2025/11/17
Awesome!
And thanks for honoring my favorite journalist- Jamelle Bouie!
CB098765555 2025/11/08
Thank you
Thank you for your weekly program & all your hard work.
Cherifire 2025/06/28
Woe to the Women
I’m a 70- year-old woman who has just become a feminist freethinker. I’m reading all I can. Annie Laurie talked about how religions persecute women. T...
Skleban 2025/02/08
Great info & important support
This pod is more important than ever! Thank you!
Diego Pakman 2024/07/26
Fantastic organization
They do valuable work
MacBernac 2023/12/02
A great way to stay on top of FFRF news!
I’ve been n FFRF member for many years. The hosts, Dan and Annie Laurie, the timely topics and the music, including Dan’s masterful musical talents, a...
MrsMarci 2023/11/20
Best way to start my week
Keeps me up to date on separation of church and state. This show is how I start my week. Thank you, FFRF!
Terisays 2023/10/17
Excellent Podcast
What a relief to hear that sanity and intelligence still exist. I was raised and indoctrinated into a Baptist religion. Forced to go to church. Being ...
LeCrisha Leigh 2023/05/17
So glad ur here
I live in a town in the Bible Belt. On Sunday a local TV station aired a commercial from FFRF. I was shocked to see it but in a good way. Some of us a...
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