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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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We report on the threats and actual harm of Christian nationalism to the country, to the Department of Education and to Oklahoma, Kentucky, Texas, New Mexico and Wisconsin. After hearing the Yip Harburg song "One Sweet Morning," yearning for the end ... more

This week, we track a tsunami of (mostly bad) bills in Wisconsin, Oklahoma, Texas, Iowa, West Virginia and North Dakota. After hearing sneak previews of some of FFRF's other shows — "Ask an Atheist," "Freethought Matters" and "We Dissent" — we talk w... more

We celebrate the fact that Pew reports 43 percent of young adults are nonreligious, and that overall the "Nones" (nonreligious) are larger than any religious denomination. Mandisa Thomas, founder and president of Black Nonbelievers, tells us about th... more

After discussing some of Trump's religiously motivated executive orders and appointments, we focus on some of the bad bills in the states, including Oklahoma, Idaho, Alabama, Kentucky, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Texas and Wisconsin. Then we speak w... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Ruder
President of the Board of Final Exit Network
Final Exit Network
Episode: Final Exit
Mandisa Thomas
Founder and president of Black Nonbelievers
Episode: Morbidity and Mortality
Patrick L. Remington
Professor Emeritus at the School of Medicine and Public Health at the University of Wisconsin; board member at CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
University of Wisconsin
Episode: Morbidity and Mortality
David Clohessy
Former National Director and Chief Spokesperson for SNAP, the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests
SNAP
Episode: Survivors Network
Ryan T. Cragun
Professor of sociology focusing on Mormonism and non-religion
University of Tampa
Episode: Goodbye Religion
Jon Huertas
Actor known for roles in 'This Is Us' and 'Castle', outspoken atheist advocating for secularism in communities of color
Episode: Breaking the Shackles
Cecile Richards
Former president of Planned Parenthood, abortion rights advocate
Planned Parenthood
Episode: Making Good Trouble
Gareth Gore
Financial journalist and author of the book OPUS
Simon and Schuster
Episode: God's Work
Carolyn Shadle
Former director of religious education at a Presbyterian Church and author of 'From Religion to Reason, My Journey'
Episode: From Religion to Reason

Hosts

Dan Barker
Co-president of the Freedom From Religion Foundation and a prominent advocate for secularism and Human rights, known for his expertise and insightful commentary on religious matters.
Annie Laurie Gaylor
Co-president of the Freedom From Religion Foundation and a noted figure in the secular movement, recognized for her efforts in advocating for women's rights and the separation of church and state.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 651 ratings
  • Great info & important support

    This pod is more important than ever! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skleban
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fantastic organization

    They do valuable work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diego Pakman
    United States8 months ago
  • 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, all combine to entertain while informing. A solid show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MacBernac
    United Statesa year ago
  • 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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrsMarci
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast. Love hearing all the updates about what FFRF is doing to defend rationality and state/church separation. Keep up the good work.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Krakensky
    a year ago

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Overall, the hosts are praised for their knowledge and commitment to important social issues, fostering a sense of community among listeners.
Listeners appreciate the informative discussions and advocacy for church-state separation, often expressing gratitude for updates on relevant sociopolitical issues.
The engaging interviews with experts and authors provide enlightening perspectives that resonate well with an audience interested in secularism and human rights.
There are mixed feelings about the music segments, with some finding them enjoyable while others believe they detract from the main content.

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Final Exit
Q: What does Final Exit Network do for individuals at the end of life?
They provide education on safe, peaceful methods to end one's life and assist by being a supportive presence during the process.
Survivors Network
Q: Is the Catholic Church doing enough to address the issue of abuse?
Clohessy critiques the Catholic Church's response under Pope Francis, highlighting the failure to consistently punish those who conceal abuses.
Survivors Network
Q: What are SNAP's main goals?
Clohessy explains that SNAP aims to protect the vulnerable and heal the wounded, helping victims regardless of their religious background.
Survivors Network
Q: Can you tell us about your experiences that led you to activism?
David Clohessy shares that he was molested by his parish priest between the ages of 11 and 16 and only began to recall those memories in his 30s, which led him to pursue activism with SNAP.
Morbidity and Mortality
Q: Is the current administration having any effect on the CDC or on the MMWR?
Yes, there are concerns that the current administration is imposing additional review processes that could affect the content of the reports.

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