Sam, Kristi, and Justin examine bacon, McRibs, and McJesus, the conduct of activist marchers of all varieties in Washington State and Washington DC, and the buzz about Trump possibly suborning perjury.

Becky, Josh, and Luke reflect on the Winter Solstice, blasphemy, tornadoes, ghost pirate marriages, misguided fundraising campaigns, food seasons outrage, and extraterrestrial life.

Justin, Tom, and Becky review the legacy of GHW Bush, especially with respect to atheists and LGBTQ folks. We interview atheist, healthcare provider & advocate, and ACT UP participant Ingrid Nelson about her activism with the group against Bush in the 80s and 90s.

Ranjan returns after more than a year to yell with Sam about inane politics, the nature of relationships when spouses publicly disagree, and how to measure mass.  Sam asks Ranjan and his partner Myisha about their parenting perspectives regarding religion and authority.

Sam and Tom welcome newcomer Justin to the show to give some post-election perspective, celebrate secular moves in Greece and Scotland, and debunk some myths about kitties and Halloween.