Monthly Archives: July 2010

Salman Rushdie Will Write His Memoirs

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Whenever Salman Rushdie‘s memoir comes out, I’m going to stop whatever I’m doing to read it. “I just thought it might be time to tell that story,” Rushdie said. “I always for a long time didn’t want to tell it. … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, General | 8 Comments

Baby Cake with Feet

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Normally, I’m all for baby cakes. But this one is a bit creepy… Oh, wait! I get it. It’s Upside-Down (Baby) Cake. In that case, someone cut me a slice. (Thanks to Elyse for the link!)

Posted in Babies, General, Humor | 9 Comments

Dogs of Glory

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Guest Contributor

If someone would pitch this song by Jim Steager to a megachurch, I’m pretty sure they’d go along with it. It’s not like churches pay attention to lyrics, anyway… that’s how they end up with bland, boring songs that mention … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Humor | 34 Comments

Ask Richard: An Atheist From a Different World

Posted on July 26, 2010 by richard wade

Note: I responded to this letter by email, offering the kind of caution and encouragement that I usually give to young people who are in very vulnerable positions. The advice itself is not remarkable; what you might expect for this … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, Coming Out, General, Richard Wade | 40 Comments

Atheist Cupcakes

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Guest Contributor

These are adorable… and perfect for your next atheist function: (via Epicute — Thanks to Gemma for the link!)

Posted in Babies, General, Humor | 23 Comments

Cheap Kids

Posted on July 25, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Reader John was traveling in West Virginia when he passed by a restaurant serving children. What an incredible price! In Illinois, they cost at *least* $11. Unfortunately for him, it was a Sunday and the restaurant was closed. Life can … Continue reading →

Posted in Babies, General, Humor | 9 Comments

Not Moral Relativism!

Posted on July 25, 2010 by Guest Contributor

There’s nothing to be ashamed of if you claim moral relativism. Not everything in life is good or bad, right or wrong, all the time: Read the full comic here. (via @MykDowling)

Posted in General, Humor | 34 Comments

The Fusing of the Chromosomes

Posted on July 25, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Here’s a great video from Dr. Ken Miller explaining solid proof in favor of evolution and against Intelligent Design/Creationism: (via The Religion Virus)

Posted in General, Science | 33 Comments

God Wants to Help You Bowl

Posted on July 24, 2010 by Guest Contributor

New York comedian Hari Kondabolu explains why praying to God about the small things (like your bowling score) may actually work: (via Sepia Mutiny)

Posted in General, Humor | 15 Comments

An Iowa College’s Response to Blasphemy Day

Posted on July 24, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Trevor Boeckmann was the president of the University of Northern Iowa Freethinkers and Inquirers (UNIFI) this past year and he tells the story of what his group did for Blasphemy Day in the latest issue of Free Inquiry. His group … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, General, Secular Student Alliance | 27 Comments