Monthly Archives: June 2009

Update on the Paul Kurtz Situation

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Guest Contributor

I mentioned the semi-drama occurring with Paul Kurtz and the Center for Inquiry yesterday, courtesy of R. Joseph Hoffmann. You can get the background information here. Now, we get a different perspective from current CEO of CFI, Dr. Ron Lindsay. … Continue reading →

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The Fruit of Atheists

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Who needs the unnamed fruit from the Garden of Eden when you can have Skeptical Fruit?! That is *so* how it works! (via Toothpaste for Dinner. Thanks to Lauren for the link!)

Posted in General, Humor | 6 Comments

Babies: Juggle or Eat?

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Guest Contributor

I don’t know why it took this long for someone to tell me about Barry Louis Polisar: This man is a genius. Just check out the lyrics: I always thought that cows looked prettier in a field Than on my … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, General, Humor | 6 Comments

The Logic of Children

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Reader PrimeNumbers informs me that his daughter is quite the logician. Look what she came up with: Magic is not real. God is magic. Therefore, God is not real. Not too shabby for a four-year-old. Most atheists I know didn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Atheist Parenting, General | 34 Comments

Surprise Wedding Reception

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Who needs a religious wedding day when you can have a wonderful impromptu reception (with no mention of a god, I might add)? This is sweet True story: I went to an American wedding a couple years ago… a break … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Love | 24 Comments

Why Do They Need Your Permission?

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Guest Contributor

It’s an old video, but what a wonderful message it sends: (via Pam’s House Blend)

Posted in General, GLBT | 12 Comments

You’re Getting Married: What Do You Do With Your Last Name?

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Reader Josh is getting married in a few weeks. He and his fiancé are both atheists. Her brother (also an atheist) is officiating. All the plans look to be on track. So what’s the problem? Josh writes: The only issue … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Love | 112 Comments

A Living Obituary Of Paul Kurtz

Posted on June 2, 2009 by Guest Contributor

The Center for Inquiry announced today that they will be going though some leadership changes. It sounds like a natural progression — all groups change leaders — but this one is especially significant. The founder of the organization, Paul Kurtz, … Continue reading →

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Most Influential Asian Americans Under 30

Posted on June 2, 2009 by Guest Contributor

On Angry Asian Man‘s list of the 30 Most Influential Asian Americans Under 30, I didn’t quite make the cut. I lost to the Gosselin Kids. And all the winners of America’s Best Dance Crew. Rest assured this travesty will … Continue reading →

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Exposure to Atheists Matters

Posted on June 2, 2009 by

This post is by Jesse Galef, who works for the Secular Coalition for America.  He also blogs at Rant & Reason … This was a fascinating and eye-opening chart from Gallup: There are other findings on the site, but the … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Jesse Galef | 10 Comments