Monthly Archives: September 2009

Veggie Tales

Posted on September 13, 2009 by Guest Contributor

I blame PETA. (via Toothpaste for Dinner)

Posted in General, Humor | 10 Comments

I Won a Party and You’re Invited!

Posted on September 13, 2009 by Guest Contributor

If you live near Chicago (or are willing to make a trip), you’re invited to the greatest party *ever*! It takes place at Howl at the Moon, a dueling piano bar, on Friday, September 25th. I’ve been to this place … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 8 Comments

When Dan Met Annie Laurie

Posted on September 13, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Dan Barker is the co-president of the Freedom From Religion Foundation, along with his wife Annie Laurie Gaylor. Even if you’ve read Dan’s book, the story of how he met Annie Laurie is unique and hilarious It involves an almost-lost … Continue reading →

Posted in FFRF, General, Love, Pop Culture | 7 Comments

Update on Tulsa Mayorial Candidate Anna Falling

Posted on September 13, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Remember Anna Falling? She was the woman running for mayor of Tulsa, Oklahoma on a platform of getting the Tulsa Zoo to include an exhibit on Creationism. And she wanted to do away with any sort of church/state separation… She … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics, Pseudoscience | 21 Comments

When Kids Become Christian And Resent Your Atheism

Posted on September 12, 2009 by Guest Contributor

A reader sent in this dilemma: I was raised as a full-on, tongue-speaking, fundy Christian. After getting married, having a couple of kids, and generally settling into life, I started to question my Christianity. Over a period of a few … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, Atheist Parenting, General | 54 Comments

Should Children Discuss Their Non-Theism with Other Children?

Posted on September 12, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Dale McGowan overheard his children Delaney and Connor having this conversation and it worried him: From the next room, I heard Delaney (7) sharing a conversation she had with a friend at school. “I told her I didn’t really believe … Continue reading →

Posted in Atheist Parenting, General | 36 Comments

The 20 Best Atheist T-Shirts

Posted on September 11, 2009 by Guest Contributor

The Telegraph (UK) has a list of the 20 best atheist t-shirts. They include the following: There are some good ones on the list, but I’m sure I’ve seen funnier ones. If you have any favorites, please provide links in … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Humor | 35 Comments

The Great Atheist Cookie Recipe Search

Posted on September 11, 2009 by Guest Contributor

I’d never heard of Resurrection Cookies… but Christians are supposed to make them with their children, explaining the Bible along the way: 1. Preheat oven to 300 F. Place pecans in zipper baggie and let children beat them with the … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Humor | 22 Comments

A Thorough Walkthrough of the Creation Museum

Posted on September 11, 2009 by Guest Contributor

Dan Gilbert recently visited the Creation Museum and documented his trip. I know, I know. You’ve heard all you ever needed to hear about the museum. But! This is one of the most thorough walkthroughs you’ll read of the place … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Pseudoscience | 12 Comments

A Petition to Ban Divorce: It Protects Traditional Marriage!

Posted on September 11, 2009 by Guest Contributor

I’m sure Focus on the Family, the Mormons, and anyone else who supported Proposition 8 (banning gay marriage in California) will be thrilled about John Marcotte‘s amusing petition to get the 2010 California Marriage Protection Act on the ballot. The … Continue reading →

Posted in General, GLBT, Politics | 42 Comments