Best Aaron Rabinowitz Podcasts (2025)

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Choosing My Apocalypse Outfit: Dressing for the End of the World 55:15

2d ago55:15

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If we're going down, we're going down in style! Seth shares some bizarre headlines from around the world, plus your calls. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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SOMA and Advanced Problems of Personhood 1:34:23

6d ago1:34:23

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Did it work? If you're reading this, it worked! You've been successfully copied as one of the countless persons chosen for our podcast enrichment program! Your existence will consist of listening to this episode and answering a brief survey before ceasing to exist again forever. Our scientists find this approach maximizes utility production while a…

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PODCAST #800: Ask Natalie (almost) Anything 1:04:48

9d ago1:04:48

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On this milestone show, many listeners asked to see/hear Natalie in the guest chair. She kindly agreed to mark the occasion with us. VIDEO of this conversation: Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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The Worst Arguments for God 1:11:00

16d ago1:11:00

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Apologists have some doozies. Let's talk about their "proofs" for a Higher Power. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Incel Identity with Mark Marveggio 1:04:49

18d ago1:04:49

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My guest this week is Mark Marveggio (@unluckywanderer.bsky.social), a PhD candidate in Psychology at the University of Adelaide and co-lead author on a paper called Fatalism, Evolution, and Interpersonal Attractiveness: Psychological Theories and Emotions in Incels’ Constructions of Ingroup Identity and Outgroup Hate. We discuss the three major id…

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Listener Qs 40 1:50:13

20d ago1:50:13

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No joke, we hit listener Qs 40 the week I also turn 40. Weird stuff. Anyway, thanks for keeping us alive over here, even if it's just to extend the torture a bit longer. Support us at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/0G Join our Facebook discussion group (make sure to answer the questions to join): https://www.facebook.com/groups/985828008244018/ E…

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The Insurrection Act: Martial Law in the United States 41:00

20d ago41:00

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The vaguely-defined Insurrection Act of 1807 is being invoked against "enemies" of the United States. Is martial law on the table? CAMERA FUND DONATION: https://www.thethinkingatheist.com/support ARTICLE: https://wagingnonviolence.org/2025/04/what-to-do-if-the-insurrection-act-is-invoked/ The HandsOff2025 protest video: https://youtu.be/Q1mhNlttG28…

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Falling from the Ceiling: The "hypnic jerk" and other random stuff 58:57

23d ago58:57

58:57

Why does the body jerk awake while sleeping? Why do Brits say "Cheerio" instead of "goodbye?" Why are daytime dramas called soap operas? These and othe probing questions answered! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Donald Trump is a Hosebeast 1:12:18

27d ago1:12:18

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Bonus show this week! Host rants. Your calls. Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Forrest Valkai Unfiltered (as if we had a choice) 58:46

1M ago58:46

58:46

Science educator Forrest Valkai joined Seth for a spirited chat about science vs. anti-science in this crazy world. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Please Do Not Block the Doors 1:33:00

1M ago1:33:00

1:33:00

Seth's clumsy metaphor for America addresses how selfishness is usually self defeating. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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The spiral of Joe Mercola with Jonathan Jarry 1:05:14

1M ago1:05:14

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My guest this week is Jonathan Jarry (@jonathanjarry.bsky.social), a science communicator at McGill Office for Science and Society. We discuss his recent expose on how Joe Mercola, millionaire friend of RFK Jr., is completely enthralled to a man claiming to channel a higher dimensional being. It's a wild ride so buckle up! Jonathan’s Expose Video: …

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Luckpilled Q and A 300th Episode Extravaganza! 1:29:08

1M ago1:29:08

1:29:08

My guest this week is Sarah Tulien (@sarahtulien.bsky.social), executive director of the Creator Accountability Network and together we tackle all the best questions and patron names a show could possibly hope for. Music by GW Rodriguez Editing by Adam Wik Sibling Pod: Philosophers in Space: https://0gphilosophy.libsyn.com/ Support us at Patreon.co…

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Jefferson's Jesus 32:11

1M ago32:11

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On March 6th, 2025, SecularAZ invited Seth Andrews to speak in front of the Arizona State Capitol. His presentation about the Founding Fathers will surprise many in our "God & Country" culture. Watch the VIDEO Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…

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Listener Qs 39 2:06:39

2M ago2:06:39

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As always, it has been an honor and a privilege screwing up your names and worldviews. Enjoy! Support us at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/0G Join our Facebook discussion group (make sure to answer the questions to join): https://www.facebook.com/groups/985828008244018/ Email us at: [email protected] If you have time, please write us …

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They Watch Joe Rogan (so you don't have to) 47:39

2M ago47:39

47:39

Cecil Cicirello and Michael Marshall host the new podcast, "The Know Rogan Experience." They're enduring Joe and his bros and reporting the important stuff back to us. VIDEO of this interview: Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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A Secular State of the Union 24:24

2M ago24:24

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Trump's big speech is this week. Seth Andrews offers his alternative. Substack version Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Shorsey and Modern Masculinity with Ursa Wright

2M ago

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My guest this week is Ursa Wright, my giant C Captain and co-host from Philosophers in Space. We discuss the sophisticated masterpiece that is Shorsey and how it can help us work through the current discourse around meaning making for men in the modern world. Shorsey: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shoresy Music by GW Rodriguez Editing by Adam Wik S…

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Is the Pope Giving Up for Lent? 1:07:55

2M ago1:07:55

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As we approach Lent, Pope Francis is in critical condition with double pneumonia. Seth has thoughts on the 88-year-old pontiff, plus your calls. The Video Livestream Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Divorcing Religion: a Survival Guide Through Doubt and Non-Belief (with Janice Selbie) 47:53

2M ago47:53

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Many people experience post-religion trauma. Author and religious trauma coach Janice Selbie has some tools to help. https://www.divorcing-religion.com VIDEO of this conversation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Starship Troopers 1:23:01

2M ago1:23:01

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It's fascism season in America again, so we're celebrating with the fashest satire of all. To help us get in the spirit we're joined by special guest Jordan Carroll (@jordanscarroll.bsky.social), author of Speculative Whiteness: Science Fiction and the Alt-Right. We discuss whether satire really works on fascism and why fascists are so keen on a ge…

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Money, Lies, and God: with Katherine Stewart 44:55

2M ago44:55

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Author and investigative reporter Katherine Stewart has been doing a deep dive into the power players behind Trump's takover. Fascinating stuff. https://katherinestewart.me VIDEO of this conversation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…

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The Know Rogan Experience with Marsh and Cecil 1:01:08

3M ago1:01:08

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My guests this week are the hosts of the new podcast The Know Rogan Experience, Cecil Cicirello and Michael Marshal. We discuss their backgrounds in skepticism, their goal with starting a podcast about Rogan, and why Rogan is particularly appealing to men who are struggling with modernity. The Know Rogan Experience: https://www.knowrogan.com/ AIPT …

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This is Fine: Shattered Friendships in the Time of Trump 1:22:54

3M ago1:22:54

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Relationships are splintering in the shadow of current events. But "can we disagree and be friends?" That question and plenty of your calls. VIDEO of this podcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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How Humans Became Humans: The Evolution of You and Me 1:52:09

3M ago1:52:09

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Biological anthropologist "Gutsick Gibbon" walks us through 7 million years...and the evolution of human beings. VIDEO: https://youtu.be/PUZ9p4Ao4K4?si=YnZ7VLjulhys63I2 GUTSICK GIBBON: https://www.youtube.com/@GutsickGibbon Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.…

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Bobiverse Book Five Pt2 and Advanced AI Alignment 1:34:54

3M ago1:34:54

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We're doing engineering, what could go wrong?! Thoths! That's what. Or did Thoth go wrong? Maybe all of this is entirely how it should go, maybe Mud is a savior for all Bobkind. Join us and find out, as we parse the messy balance of raising an AGI. Not till we are lost: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Till-Are-Lost-Bobiverse/dp/B0CW2345TV Superintellige…

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A Cold Day in Hell 57:30

3M ago57:30

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Freezing temps. Warm callers. Lots of variety in this week's show. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Biology and Bigotry with Ed Buckner 1:34:26

3M ago1:34:26

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My guest this week is Ed Buckner, a secular organizer, former president of American Atheists. Ed is the author of the book In Freedom We Trust: An Atheist Guide to Religious Liberty, as well as the Substack blog Letters to a Free Country, where he recently posted a piece responding to my article “Biology is not Ethics” about the conflict around FFR…

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Mel Gibson is a Mess! 1:16:45

3M ago1:16:45

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Mel Gibson is on the circuit promoting his latest movie, "Flight Risk." His January 9th stop was The Joe Rogan Experience. Yet instead of talking film, Mel expounded on the crucifixion, evolution, Fauci, Ivermectin, RFK Jr., and an 8000-year-old Earth. Seth has thoughts about Mel's thoughts. The Joe Rogan Interview Become a supporter of this podcas…

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Trans Activism in Secular Spaces with Kat Grant 1:10:22

3M ago1:10:22

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My guest this week is Kat Grant a Wisconsin based attorney, activist, legal educator, and author of the new blog TransingBoundaries, which focuses on the intersections of law, politics, religion, and queerness. Kat recently finished up an Equal Justice Works Fellowship at the Freedom From Religion Foundation, where they exclusively worked on the Wh…

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"Seth is a Sellout" (and other listener calls) 1:42:13

3M ago1:42:13

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Big fun on this bonus podcast. Enjoy! VIDEO: https://bit.ly/4jnMKC5 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Bobiverse Book Five Pt1 and The Seven Stories 1:36:41

3M ago1:36:41

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The Bobs are back in town! We're back with book five, Not Till We Are Lost, another middle book in the bobiverse series. In this episode we cover all the plots that aren't Thoth related, and discuss the theory that there are really only seven stories out there in the world, and that's why the Bob books feel like seasons of Star Trek. Enjoy! Kurt Vo…

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A Disease of Affluence with Toby Buckle 56:18

4M ago56:18

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Back to our normal format with returning guest Toby Buckle of the Political Philosophy Podcast. We discuss his recent Liberal Currents article "A Disease of Affluence", where he argues that MAGA is a result of lack of precarity rather than economic anxiety, combined with the human need to feel superior or dominant over others. We also discuss socia…

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If I Fell Into a Black Hole (and other cosmic questions): with Dr. Dan Batcheldor 47:35

4M ago47:35

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What is space/time? Did the Big Bang make a sound? What would happen if you fell into a black hole? An astrophysicist joins us this week. VIDEO: The Story of You Dan's website Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Destination Irritation: Delusions, Drunks, and Other Pet Peeves 1:01:28

4M ago1:01:28

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Some are kicking off 2025 with resolutions. We're starting the New Year with...peeves! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.By The Thinking Atheist

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Luckpilled Chapter Four: Pedagogy of Luck 1:55:04

4M ago1:55:04

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Episode five of our luckpilled series! We discuss the final chapter of my dissertation on pedagogy of luck. We work through the old pedagogy of luck and how it crashes the educational commons, before discussing how to do luckpilling generally and how to integrate it with three other progressive pedagogies: Mindfulness, social-emotional learning, an…

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