Hemant Mehta and Jessica Bluemke Greiff cover the latest news, politics, and pop culture with a focus on atheism and religion. This is the official podcast for FriendlyAtheist.com.
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The Divorcing Religion Podcast was launched by professional counsellor Janice Selbie to highlight the impact of Religious Trauma Syndrome. Guests include The Thinking Atheist Seth Andrews, The Friendly Atheist Hemant Mehta, author Margaret Atwood, Godless Mom, Mandisa Thomas, Dr. Darrel Ray, Dr. Marlene Winell and more.
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Podcast by Hemant Mehta
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An improvised satire from the staff of a fictional mega church. Mega is a critically acclaimed podcast that hilariously satirizes contemporary megachurches and their associated evangelical subculture. Hosted by Holly Laurent and Greg Hess, this show offers a unique take on American religious culture through a range of comedic characters and segments. It was named "Best Satire" by Vulture. One of the most exciting aspects of Mega is its guest interviews, which feature a variety of comedians, ...
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Light in Darkness was started to be a tool for Christians to grow in their faith. Sometimes, when a big event happens in society or our faith is attacked in any way, it can be difficult to come to a conclusion on where we stand as believers. Light in Darkness exists to help you make those decisions so that you're not tossed about by every wind of doctrine, human cunning, and deceitful scheme (Eph. 4:14). We are to be bold as Christians, and a light in a dark world. We at Light in Darkness wa ...
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Gray is totally color blind and Halle finds biblical support for female hygiene. Head on over to AwayTravel.com/mega to see the new softside luggage from Away! This episode was recorded live on our regular Sunday YouTube livestream. The suggestions that inspired the episode were provided by our Patreon members. To join in on the fun, head on over t…
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Ep. 544 - Richard Dawkins Lies About the Algerian Boxer and Censorship
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Hemant got into a beef with 80s TV-star-turned-evangelist Kirk Cameron. (0:35) — Richard Dawkins lied about the Algerian b…
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Korrenne Jensen - Intersection of ADHD and Religious Trauma Korrenne (Kory) Jensen is a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario. Areas that she works in include religious trauma, ADHD, and grief. She also works with populations that include front of line healthcare workers, first responders, and indigenous individuals. Kory is the clinical director o…
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PB Branch (Paul Brittain, SNL) is running for office and courting the Christian vote. Paul Brittan: @paulbrittan Support the show by using our sponsors. Head on over to AwayTravel.com/mega to see the new softside luggage from Away! Sign up for ButcherBox today by going to Butcherbox.com/mega and use code mega at checkout to get $30 off your first b…
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Ep. 543 - Louisiana Can't Defend Its Ten Commandments Law
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — The selection of Gov. Tim Walz. (1:40) — Allie Beth Stuckey can't handle a LEGO-themed Bible made by an atheist. (9:25) — …
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Halle and gray talk blood drives and teen drivers. Enjoy this episode recorded in our YouTube livestream and improvised based on the suggestions of our Patreon members. -- SHOW INFORMATION Mega HQ Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM Support Us on Patreon Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast Follow Holly and Greg Holly Laure…
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Tia Levings - A Well-Trained Wife Divorced: Christian fundamentalism CW: Brief reference to CSA My guest today is author Tia Levings, who describes herself as “an author exploring anti-fundamentalism after church-sanctioned domestic abuse in high-control religion.” Tia appeared in Shiny Happy People on Amazon Prime, and her memoir, A Well-Trained W…
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Gray & Halle discuss the scandal at the Olympics and the couch surfing of JD Vance. Enjoy this episode recorded in our YouTube livestream and improvised based on the suggestions of our Patreon members. -- SHOW INFORMATION Mega HQ Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM Support Us on Patreon Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast …
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Ep. 542 - Catholic Priest Sues Grindr for Outing Him
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Everything wrong with Candace Owens' conspiracy-laden anti-evolution rant. (1:10) — Catholic priest outed for using Grindr…
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Britt Hartley - No Nonsense Spirituality
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Britt Hartley - No Nonsense Spirituality Divorced: Mormonism My guest today is author, nihilism survivor, and atheist spiritual advisor Britt Hartley. Britt has over 287,000 followers on TikTok, and I think after our chat today that you will want to follow her, too! Britt is a former Mormon, current atheist, whose journey away from religion took he…
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Day just wants to talk about Jesus. -- SHOW INFORMATION Mega HQ Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM Support Us on Patreon Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast Follow Holly and Greg Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram Music by Julie B. Nichols Edited by Makenzie Mizell Learn more about your ad c…
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Ep. 541 - Whiplash with the Southern Baptists
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — What it means to have Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee. (0:30) — A Southern Baptist leader praised Bid…
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Anke Richter - DECULT TW: References to CSA, sex trafficking, suicide My guest today is international journalist and author Anke Richter, who is based in Christchurch, New Zealand. In 2022, Harper-Collins published Anke’s important and bestselling book called CULT TRIP: Inside the World of Coercion and Control. According to Anke’s website: She spen…
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Halle and Gray answer mailbag questions. -- SHOW INFORMATION Mega HQ Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM Support Us on Patreon Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast Follow Holly and Greg Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram Music by Julie B. Nichols Edited by Makenzie Mizell Learn more about your…
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Dien Dran (Tien Tran, How I Met Your Father) runs a summer sports camp for kids. Tien Tran: @hanktina @jockularpod -- SHOW INFORMATION Mega HQ Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM Support Us on Patreon Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast Follow Holly and Greg Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram…
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Ep. 540 - The Problems with J.D. Vance
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Vice presidential pick J.D. Vance is just Trumpism rebranded. (0:30) — Televangelist Kenneth Copeland's family prayed for …
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Wilbur Turner - Two-by-Two Survivor
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Wilbur Turner - Two-by-Two Survivor Today’s guest is Wilbur Turner (he/him), visionary founder and president of Advocacy Canada. He is located on the unceded ancestral lands of the Syilx people in Kelowna, BC, Canada. A well-regarded speaker and workshop facilitator, Wilbur utilizes personal stories and humour to engage, educate, and uplift audienc…
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Stebbie Shark (Stevie Shale, Fargo) is riding her hog to heaven. Stevie Shale: @stevieshale Celebrate Independence Day by going to Butcherbox.com/mega and use code mega60 at checkout and enjoy your choice of bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon in every box for an entire year. Plus use code mega60 to get an additional $20 off your first …
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Ep. 539 - Project 2025 and the GOP Platform
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — The GOP’s 2024 platform is a dream come true for Christian Nationalists. (2:59) — A desperate Donald Trump wants to distan…
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Halle helps Gray combat Donovan Gio's catchphrases with zingers and come-backs. -- SHOW INFORMATION Mega HQ Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM Support Us on Patreon Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast Follow Holly and Greg Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram Greg Hess: Twitter | Instagram Music by Julie B. Nichols Edited b…
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Announcement! The Shameless Sexuality Conference is back! The Conference centered around life after purity culture will be held in Seattle, WA from May 23 to the 25th, 2025 in Seattle, WA. Don't wait to get your tickets and book your room: https://www.shamelesssexuality.org/ Lyn Smith Gregory - Relative of Joseph Smith LYN SMITH GREGORY grew up in …
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Love covers a multitude of sins and pizza covers the rest. Enjoy this episode recorded in our YouTube livestream based on the suggestions of our Patreon members. Sign up for ButcherBox today by going to Butcherbox.com/mega and use code mega at checkout and enjoy your choice of bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon in every box for an enti…
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Ep. 538 - An Interview with Actress Janie Haddad Tompkins
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! Janie and Jess discussed growing up Catholic in the south, the SAG-AFTRA strike, and what to do if someone calls you crazy. SPONSOR: Go to Butcherbox.com/friendly and use code friendly at checkout and enjoy your choice…
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Karrine Blouin - ExJW Girl In Shambles Divorced: Jehovah’s Witnesses TW: Sexual Abuse I discovered today’s guest, Karinne Blouin, on Instagram, where her handle is “girl_inshambles.” Her insights and personal snippets about her former life as a Jehovah’s Witness gripped me hard enough to invite her to share her story with us today. Karinne was born…
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Pat Oldman (Matt Young, Hello From the Magic Tavern) is a recently released murderer who comes clean. Matt Young: @morepeoplehappy -- SHOW INFORMATION Mega HQ Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM Support Us on Patreon Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast Follow Holly and Greg Holly Laurent: Twitter | Instagram Greg Hess: Twi…
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Ep. 537 - A Chat with Two Christian Hate-Preachers
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Patreon supporters who give $5 a month will get an ad-free version of the show! Join our private Facebook group and Discord server! I recently spoke with hate-preachers Jonathan Shelley and Aaron Thompson about all the awful things they've said. It was disturbing. It ran very long. I'm still not sure why I did it. But I hope you find it interesting…
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Meg Applegate - Unsilenced CW: Kidnapping At the age of 15, Meg Applegate was abducted by two strangers in the middle of the night from her California home. Eight hours later she found herself at a lockdown treatment facility for 6 months in Boise, ID. After that, she was placed in an additional behavioral modification program in northern Montana f…
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Halle tries fake meat and Gray is shocked to learn his girlfriend isn't a twin. Enjoy this episode recorded in our YouTube livestream based on the suggestions of our Patreon members. -- SHOW INFORMATION Mega HQ Get ad free + bonus content with MEGA PREMIUM Support Us on Patreon Instagram: @MegaThePodcast Twitter: @MegaThePodcast Follow Holly and Gr…
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