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How to Humanist asks life’s questions big and small with the help of brilliant humans along the way.

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For years, Shawn Towers ate the mustard. Didn't ask them to take it back, didn't make a fuss, just swallowed it because that's what a good Christian man did. Turns out that burger was a metaphor for every indignity he'd been quietly absorbing in the ... more

A Jesuit priest called Joe Gerstein lazy in 1989 and accidentally launched a global sobriety movement in 38 countries and 16 languages. Joe is a retired Harvard Medical School professor, a man who can't quite pronounce the thing he invented, a mango ... more

When Charlie Kirk died, Shay had feelings about her feelings. Specifically, the feeling that humanism was standing in the driveway blocking the parade float.

That spiral led us straight to Elisa Rosoff — a humanist chaplain who spends her days insid... more

Hear us out... what if Allah was an aspiring hairdresser who flunked out of beauty school, and rather than dealing with that loss in therapy like a normal god, he spent the next 1,400 years making women cover their hair? We're not saying it's confirm... more

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Recent Guests

Shawn Towers
Former preacher and former Christian, guest sharing perspective on forgiveness from a faith background
Episode: #7 Mustard and the Condiments of Righteousness with Shawn Towers
Joe Gerstein
Founding president of SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery
Episode: #6 Saint Australia and the Sober Toe with Dr. Joe Gerstein
Fish Stark
Executive Director of the American Humanist Association
American Humanist Association
Episode: #5 Humanism Rained on My "Kirk is Gone" Parade with Elisa Rosoff
Elisa Rosoff
Corrections chaplain, prison reentry specialist
North Carolina Department of Adult Correction
Episode: #5 Humanism Rained on My "Kirk is Gone" Parade with Elisa Rosoff
Robert Affinis
Keynote speaker, educator, advocate
Humanism advocacy
Episode: #3 God Can't Do Math in the Cereal Aisle with Robert Affinis
Greg Epstein
Author and humanist thinker, described as a wealth of knowledge on the history of humanism
Humanist community/academic circles
Episode: #1 My Mom's Radical Act of Cake

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Shay Leonia
Host of How to Humanist; associated with humanist organizations and the show's development.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Thank You

    This feels right. Thoughtful without being pedantic. I found myself stopping the show to digest what I was hearing and figure out how the ideas fit into my life. Looking forward to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JGlyndon
    United States11 days ago
  • Yaaaaay!!!

    Thank you for this. We need to build the community lost when you leave religion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ConcernedAboutMD
    United Statesa month ago
  • Funny and profound

    If you’re looking for something to believe in, it’s probably humanism, and this does a great job of telling you why and makes you feel like you’re talking to a friend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thjduoneyjbddjbkmdfjob
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great introduction to Humanism

    Shay Leonia may be the perfect person to host this intro to Humanism podcast. She has talent and enthusiasm for communication, and simultaneously she is learning about Humanism along with the listener.

    When editing the show, she breaks into the interview to give background info, i.e., answers to questions that puzzled her.

    Given the broad spectrum audience this podcast is targeting, having both an expert and a neophyte covers many of the bases.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ambiverbal
    United Statesa month ago
  • Awesome!

    So informative and fun! Shay is a wonderful host

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GinGoddess12345
    United Statesa month ago

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#6 Saint Australia and the Sober Toe with Dr. Joe Gerstein
Q: What do you do outside of this?
He mentions hobbies like tennis, reading, and gardening, and discusses ongoing activities including meetings in Miami Beach and Wisconsin as part of grant-funded programs.
#6 Saint Australia and the Sober Toe with Dr. Joe Gerstein
Q: Did you create SMART Recovery?
No; he learned about Rational Recovery, contributed to its development in Boston, and later helped shape SMART Recovery through collaboration and growth, including organizational expansion and integrating CBT/behavioral approaches.
#6 Saint Australia and the Sober Toe with Dr. Joe Gerstein
Q: What was your history, if you don't mind sharing, with addiction?
Gerstein explains his background as a physician and his exposure to patients who struggled with traditional recovery models, leading him to explore secular mutual-aid options and ultimately become involved with SMART Recovery.
#4 Allah Flunked Out of Beauty School with Sammy of Haram Doodles
Q: What inspired Haram Doodles and the map project for ex-Muslims to share their stories?
The creator wanted to give a voice to ex-Muslims who feel marginalized and silenced, providing a safe space to share experiences and to map these stories to show that ex-Muslims exist globally.

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Frequently Asked Questions About How to Humanist

What is How to Humanist about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on humanism, ethics, and practical ways to apply secular values to real-world issues. Conversations frequently explore accountability, empathy, and reform—from crime and rehabilitation within the justice system to the personal journeys of ex-Muslims and the history and future of humanist communities. Across episodes, guests bring perspectives from nonprofits, advocacy, education, and activism, often tying philosophical ideas to actionable projects like reentry programs, humanist branding, and empathy initiatives. A standout aspect is the willingness to tackle sensitive topics—such as punishment, religious oppression, and secular ethics—in a thoughtful, lived-context format that blends personal stories with broader policy a... more

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