The Non-prophets

New study links Christian nationalism to increased prejudice against atheists, Psy Post, by Eric W. Dolan, on December 3, 2023, https://www.psypost.org/2023/12/new-study-links-christian-nationalism-to-increased-prejudice-against-atheists-214829The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.50.4 featuring Scott Dickie, Eli, Phoebe Rose and Infidel64

Matt Gaetz is 2023’s ‘Politician of the Year’ , The Hill, by Juan Williams, on November 27, 2023, https://thehill.com/opinion/campaign/4326000-matt-gaetz-is-the-2023-politician-of-the-year/The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.50.3 featuring Scott Dickie, Eli, Phoebe Rose and Infidel64

Curtains for Moms for Liberty: The fallout of a rape charge shows the far-right group is floundering, Salon, by Amanda Marcotte, on December 4, 2023, https://www.salon.com/2023/12/04/curtains-for-moms-for-liberty-the-fallout-of-a-rape-charge-shows-the-far-right-group-is-floundering/The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.50.2 featuring Scott Dickie, Eli, Phoebe Rose and Infidel64

FFRF issues open letter to bullying Okla. Supt. Ryan Walters: Resign, FFRF, by Dan Barker and Annie Laurie Gaylor, on November 29, 2023, https://ffrf.org/news/news-releases/item/43107-ffrf-issues-open-letter-to-bullying-okla-supt-ryan-walters-resignThe Non-Prophets, Episode 22.50.1 featuring Scott Dickie, Eli, Phoebe Rose and Infidel64

Eerie ‘witch bottles’ are washing up along the Gulf of Mexico. It’s best not to open them, Fort Worth Star Telegram, By Mark Price, November 20, 2023https://www.star-telegram.com/news/state/texas/article281997308.html#storylink=cpy The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.49.4 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Richard Allen, Aaron Jenson and Jimmy Jr.

Watch This Texas Democrat Leave Republicans Speechless When He Uses The Bible Against Them, Pride via Yahoo News, By Ariel Messman-Rucker, November 24, 2023https://news.yahoo.com/news/watch-texas-democrat-leave-republicans-161826585.html The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.49.3 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Richard Allen, Aaron Jenson and Jimmy Jr.

Politics and the pulpit: How white evangelicals' support of Trump is creating schisms in the churchCBS News, By Robert Costa, November 26, 2023https://www.cbsnews.com/news/politics-and-the-pulpit-how-white-evangelicals-support-of-trump-is-creating-schisms-in-the-church/ The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.49.2 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Richard Allen, Aaron Jenson and Jimmy Jr.

Non-profit trying to rebrand Jesus for Gen Z is main funder for US hate group, Open Democracy.net, By Sydney Bauer and Diana Cariboni, November 22, 2023https://www.opendemocracy.net/en/5050/servant-foundation-he-gets-us-jesus-gen-z-alliance-defending-freedom/?fbclid=IwAR0HtyhZoyXGAL3CLBjzRU0BsZco_l9-5ou2eE2H-T1QkNNErykcKSZjmTk The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.49.1 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Richard Allen, Aaron Jenson and Jimmy Jr.

Pa. school district settles Satan Club lawsuit, agrees to pay $200K, ACLU says, lehighvalleylive.com, by Kurt Bresswein, on Nov. 17, 2023, https://www.lehighvalleylive.com/news/2023/11/pa-school-district-settles-satan-club-lawsuit-agrees-to-pay-200k-aclu-says.html

The Battle Over Church and State Could Take Down the Charter School Movement New Republic, by Adam Laats, on Nov. 15, 2023, https://newrepublic.com/article/176500/christian-right-religious-charter-schools

Say goodbye to the Christian RightYahoo Finance, by Louise Perry, on Nov 20, 2023, https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/goodbye-christian-164310558.html

‘Miracle’ Virgin Mary statue is ‘weeping’ at Mexico church AOL, by Amelia Neath, on Nov. 15, 2023, https://www.aol.com/miracle-virgin-mary-statue-weeping-155500315.html

MAGA Pastor Hank Kunneman Removes Sermon Accusing Taylor Swift of Practicing ‘Witchcraft’, Right Wing Watch, By Kyle Mantyla, November 6, 2023https://www.rightwingwatch.org/post/maga-pastor-hank-kunneman-removes-sermon-accusing-taylor-swift-of-practicing-witchcraft/ Today, we delve into the absurd world of Maga pastor Hank Kunneman's conspiracy theories, focusing on his outlandish claims about Taylor Swift. It revolved around Kunneman's eyebrow-raising sermon, where he connected Swift's alleged dark arts to Pfizer's vaccines.Infidel brought a humorous touch to the conversation, likening his feelings towards Kunneman's antics to the sound of a failed toilet flush. The analogy playfully captured the sense of disappointment and disbelief at Kunneman's unfounded accusations against Swift.Phoebe, with her characteristic wit, expressed incredulity at Kunneman's claims, dismissing them as baseless and she emphasized the lack of critical thinking in Kunneman's narrative, ridiculing the idea that Taylor Swift, a pop s

OPINION - Jordan Peterson: They worship at altar of the Left because they don't know what Stalin was like, Evening Standard, Evgeny Lebedev, November 15, 2023,https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/opinion-jordan-peterson-worship-altar-113017937.html Today's discussion revolves around Jordan Peterson and his recent venture, the Peterson Academy, dissected by Cynthia, Infidel, Phoebe, and Jonathan. Cynthia accuses Peterson of selective support for free speech, highlighting his inconsistency.Jonathan expresses disappointment in Peterson's intellectual honesty, noting a disparity between his psychology expertise and political forays.Infidel labels Peterson a bigot, criticizing his dehumanizing rhetoric toward gender-affirming surgery opponents. The conversation underscores the need to balance free speech with an awareness of its potential harm. Phoebe challenges Peterson's claim about the lack of general knowledge, asserting that knowledge is subjective to individuals.Cynthia questions Peterson's credibility, compari

Ayaan Hirsi Ali is a Christian now. Good luck figuring out why., The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, November 12, 2023https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/ayaan-hirsi-ali-is-a-christian-now?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=95153&post_id=138793020&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=oa4eg&utm_medium=email Ayaan Hirsi Ali's recent conversion to Christianity sparks a critical discussion among the panelists. They discussed the nuances of her shift from atheism. Jonathan sets the stage, framing Hirsi Ali's journey as a departure from her traumatic past with the Muslim Brotherhood.Infidel, skeptical of the conversion, sees it as more of a political move than a spiritual awakening. He criticizes the lack of convincing elements in her narrative and views her alignment with conservative Christians as a strategic choice rooted in fear and the search for like-minded allies. Infidel humorously notes the absence of a "Road to Damascus" moment in her story and quips about waiti

https://nypost.com/2023/11/13/business/petition-signed-by-almost-20k-bashes-non-binary-and-transgender-extravaganza-planned-for-thanksgiving-day-parade/Petition signed by almost 20K bashes ‘non-binary and transgender extravaganza’ planned for Thanksgiving Day Parade, NY Post, Shannon ThalerNovember 13, 2023In a Macy's Thanksgiving Parade discussion, Cynthia, Jonathan, Infidel, and Phoebe explored the recent petition by the conservative group "1 Million Moms." Cynthia introduced the topic, highlighting the group's objections to the parade's perceived non-binary and transgender focus.Jonathan promptly dismissed the group as an "extreme right, religious bot," accusing them of stifling queer expression. He critically analyzed their numerical claim, revealing a vast disparity between their name and actual followers, suggesting waning support. Infidel, initially disinterested, delved into the group's genuine concerns about societal change.Infidel emphasized that the 1 Million Moms' motivation stems from fear, paint

Moms for Liberty call the cops over a book, popular.info, by Judd Legum, on Nov 6, 2023, https://popular.info/p/moms-for-liberty-members-call-the

Credible sex abuse allegation against Mike Bickle, Church & Ministries News, by Leonardo Blair, on Nov 8, 2023, https://www.christianpost.com/news/1-mike-bickle-sexual-abuse-allegation-has-crediblity-ihop.htmlAnti-LGBTQ+ pastor “sexual immorality”, Church & Ministries News, by Daniel Villarreal, on Nov 4, 2023, https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2023/11/anti-lgbtq-pastor-mike-bickle-accused-of-sexual-immorality-by-many-women/

Right-wing history’s comeback, it never went away, Salon.com, by Mike Lofgren, on Nov 4, 2023, https://www.salon.com/2023/11/04/right-wing-fake-history-is-making-a-big-comeback--but-it-never-went-away/

Abortion Rights Fuel Big Democratic Wins, NY Times, by Adam Edelman, on Nov. 2, 2023, https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/08/us/politics/election-results-democrats-abortion.html Candidate says measure would let a rapist 'force' an abortion, NBC News, by Adam Edelman, on Nov. 2, 2023, https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/elections/ohio-gop-candidate-bernie-moreno-issue-1-rapist-force-woman-abortion-rcna122856