Monthly Archives: October 2007

Pastafarian Awareness Day

Posted on October 31, 2007 by Guest Contributor

Don’t you get really annoyed when people preach at you about their faith on campus? One group managed to avoid the pitfalls of campus proselytization and received a lot of positive feedback from the people who came their way. (Pictured … Continue reading →

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Friendly Atheist Contest #7: Make an Atheist Motivational Poster!

Posted on October 31, 2007 by Guest Contributor

Last week, I asked this question: What is the scariest Halloween costume an atheist could wear? Here are the Top 5 answers (with submitters)! 5| Pat Robertson (Shalini) 4| President Pat Robertson (Philosopher Jeff) 3| Four Ann Coulters side by … Continue reading →

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Scott Adams on PZ Myers

Posted on October 31, 2007 by Guest Contributor

First of all, it’s PZ Myers. With an “s” at the end. It’s not that difficult. Scott Adams, creator of Dilbert, answered readers’ questions on the Freakonomics blog. Here are a couple of the exchanges: Q: I’m interested in your … Continue reading →

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A Facebook Application Worth Having

Posted on October 31, 2007 by Guest Contributor

I know, I know. No one likes the annoying Facebook applications. It’s no longer cute to get bitten by a zombie. But here’s one that will delight some atheists. You can put the Scarlet A from Richard Dawkins‘ OUT campaign … Continue reading →

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Atheist Housemate

Posted on October 30, 2007 by Guest Contributor

While we’re on the subject of what atheists look like, Kate sends along this image (via LivelyIvy): That is *so* you. [tags]atheist, atheism, roommate[/tags]

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What Does a Non-Christian Look Like?

Posted on October 30, 2007 by Guest Contributor

A Sunday School teacher I know has to follow the basic curriculum set by her church. How she presents the material is up to her. Recently, her 3rd and 4th 5th and 6th grade students were told to draw pictures … Continue reading →

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Illinoisans: Go Be Organ Donors

Posted on October 29, 2007 by Guest Contributor

Apparently, signing the back of your driver’s license isn’t good enough anymore. You need to be listed in the state’s new organ/tissue donor registry. It takes 30 seconds. Just have your license or state ID number handy. Then, fill out … Continue reading →

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He Lives!

Posted on October 29, 2007 by Guest Contributor

If you go to this site and wait for Jesus to stop talking, he’ll follow your mouse’s every move. I’ve been mesmerized for several minutes now. And a little freaked out. His head never moves down. He kinda resembles Alice … Continue reading →

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Highlights from Harding University

Posted on October 29, 2007 by Guest Contributor

I spent the day at Harding University (A Church of Christ affiliated school) in Searcy, Arkansas and gave a talk to the students/faculty in the evening about my book and atheism in general. Here are some of the highlights: The … Continue reading →

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Come See Me at Harding University Tonight!

Posted on October 28, 2007 by Guest Contributor

I’ll be speaking about the book at Harding University (a Christian college) in Searcy, Arkansas (about 50 miles north-east of Little Rock) tonight in the Heritage Building’s Cone Chapel at 7:00 p.m. (local time). The event is free to the … Continue reading →

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