Ask an Atheist with Sam Mulvey

Episode Guide

25.8

Atheists in Fiction III

Original Air Date: September 18, 2016

Runtime: 01:05:27

In the beginning of our “Gritty Reboot Series,” Mike Gillis rejoins Sam, Becky, and Dave as we talk about how atheists are portrayed in the media.   We discuss: Horatio Hornblower, Atheists in Comic Books, the TV show Bones, and Rory [...]

25.7

Running for Office

Original Air Date: September 11, 2016

Runtime: 01:00:13

This week we talk to Jennifer Goulet, candidate for the 9th Legislative District in Washington’s State House.   We continue discussing the war on bathrooms, and atheists in Washington State’s prison system.

25.6

An Illinois Mulvey in King Ham’s Court

Original Air Date: September 4, 2016

Runtime: 01:03:22

Charlie Mulvey is a Chicago-area resident who hosts the B-sides podcast on Annex Radio. Yes, you heard that right–another Mulvey! He’s with to talk about a recent trek he made to Kentucky’s Creation Museum.    We also talk about [...]

25.5

Art Destruction In Tacoma

Original Air Date: August 28, 2016

Runtime: 01:02:51

This week, we talk to Anthony “Cable” Duenas and Shaun “Modem” Rankin, two mural artists in Tacoma who’s work has recently been painted over by religiously motivated people.   We also talk about Miss Cleo (again), and… swimwear.

25.4

Luck Ran Out

Original Air Date: August 22, 2016

Runtime: 00:37:00

This week, Sam and Josh talk about the eventual likelihood of a doom-and-gloom preacher’s house being flooded by an event nominally caused by gay people. We also talk about vaccines, and an argument that might be Pascal’s Wager or [...]

25.3

Extra Large Sweat Loaf

Original Air Date: August 15, 2016

Runtime: 01:41:05

It was very, very hot in the studio this week.  A comparative mob of people join Sam:  Ranjan, Josh, Mike, and Casey.   And for those of you paying attention: YES.  Mike and Casey from Radio vs. The Martians, previously of this very show.    [...]

25.2

Becky Was Wrong?!

Original Air Date: August 7, 2016

Runtime: 01:02:38

Sam and Becky welcome fellow broadcaster/podcaster Tom Smith to talk about more religion in politics. Includes a plea from Sam about this year’s election.

25.1

Rollercoasters And Metal

Original Air Date: July 31, 2016

Runtime: 01:13:36

Sam, Becky, and Josh talk basketball, Puerto Rico, and roller coasters.

24.13

Music for the Bad Fight

Original Air Date: July 24, 2016

Runtime: 01:11:06

Becky, Sam, and Dave talk music and Pokemon; we also talk to Wade Kaardal about the upcoming Asian Humanism Conference in Taipei.

24.12

No Pokémon, No Peace

Original Air Date: July 18, 2016

Runtime: 01:14:49

This week, Becky, Dave and Sam talk about the new Pokemon game, recent decisions in the Supreme Court, and new monuments.  Finally, we mark an important point in the show.