A Matter of Doubt Podcast

In this episode of A Matter of Doubt, we speak with Michelle and Kevin to discuss their experiences as youth with Mormonism and End-Times theology, respectively. Now, as a married couple they have found common ground away from their beliefs and are much happier. If you have any suggestions for future guests for A Matter of Doubt or would like to be one yourself, send us an email!

Welcome back to another episode of A Matter of Doubt. We sit down with Chris Stedman, author of Faitheist: How an Atheist Found Common Ground with the Religious to discuss his touching deconversion story and the reasons why he decided to write his book. Faitheist can be found at www.faitheistbook.com. In it, Chris describes the importance for freethinkers to do some "bridge building" when dealing with the religious. Be sure to stay tuned for future episodes!

Welcome back! In this episode of A Matter of Doubt we speak with author, Robert Price and returning guest author, Ed Suominen. Robert eloquently walks us through his process of deconversion then we wrap up our conversation with their thoughts on "Evolving Out of Eden." In "Evolving Out of Eden," Robert and Ed explore the inconsistencies of Christian theology made evident through an understanding of the mechanism of evolution. It is both witty and insightful and is available on Evolvingoutofeden.com.

Welcome back to yet another episode of A Matter of Doubt. In this episode we speak with comedian Matt Besser. Matt humorously walks us through his life growing up as a Jewish kid in the predominantly Christian state of Arkansas. Then we discuss the Texas high school cheerleaders displaying prayer banners on the football field. Matt suggests, instead of suing, we should walk in with atheist banners to prove our point. We end our talk with a discussion on his recently released stand-up routine entitled “Woo Pig Sooie: Comedy For Atheists.” Be sure to check out Matt’s website Mattbesser.com, where you can find the download link for this act as well as many other fantastically funny and interesting things!

Welcome back to another episode of A Matter of Doubt. In this episode we interview Jim Etchison, fiction author of “Songs of the Deconverted” and “Zealot,” available here on Amazon. He walks us through his experiences first as a Four Square Pentecostal and now as an atheist. We conclude our discussion with a look into some of the short and mostly autobiographical stories that comprise “Songs of the Deconverted.” Be sure to also check out Jim’s blog, The Meat of the Matter.

Welcome back to another episode of A Matter of Doubt. In this episode we speak with Dan Riley, author of the new book, Generation Atheist. Dan first speaks on his somewhat mild deconversion from Christianity, and then we discuss the importance of a book such as his in today’s receptive world. Generation Atheist is a compilation of deconversion stories from various young people and adults including Harrison Hopkins (a former guest on A Matter of Doubt) and Hemant Metha (author of The Friendly Atheist blog).

Welcome back to another episode of A Matter of Doubt! John W. Loftus sits down with us to discuss his deconversion story and then articulates his championed version of the argument against faith called “The Outsider Test for Faith.” John is perhaps most well known for his authorship, but he is also known as one of the few freethinkers that Dr. William Lane Craig refuses to debate. We conclude our discussion as to why this might be so.
Be sure to also check out his blog Debunking Christianity and his newest book co-authored with Randal Rauser entitled “God or Godless?: One Atheist. One Christian. Twenty Controversial Questions.”

Welcome back to another episode of A Matter of Doubt. We sincerely apologize for the extra long delay! In this rather short episode we speak with Elaine about the perils of substance abuse and her road to recovery without God. If you find yourself in need of similar assistance, please visit Smart Recovery.

In this episode of A Matter of Doubt we speak with Matt Oxley, author of the blog Raging Rev. Matt tells us about his deconversion and how traumatic such an experience can be. He struggled with extreme depression and thoughts of suicide until he realized his atheism. Now, Matt is happier than ever and spends his time reaching out to others who are struggling with a diminishing faith.
We urge those listeners who are currently in this position to seek help through the care of a therapist. Great secular therapists in your area may be found at Recovering From Religion -The Secular Therapist Project.