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Don't use what you learn from Buddhism to be a Buddhist. Use it to be a better whatever-you-already-are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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International Conference of Secular Alcoholics Anonymous - atheists, freethinkers & agnostic in AA stories, panels, speakers, meetings... This is the podcast page for ICSAA recovery #addiction #recovery #atheism #freetinkers #ICSAA #secular #secularAA #alcohol #self-help #mutual-aid #irreligious #sobriety #sober curious
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Interviews with Scholars of Secularism about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/secularism
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There is a well organized and well funded effort to gut the Bill of Rights in this country and in the age of Trump, secular people seem to taking it on the chin more often. Secular Left is meant to be the light in the fog of Christian Nationalism supporting the idea that toxic religious belief is the root of most social justice issues today.
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An All Night Place is a recovery group based in the US, dedicated to and operated by persons in recovery, with active members from countries all over the world. Meetings take place 7 days a week. Every Wednesday we have a speaker meeting where members are asked to speak for however long they would like to, about their experience, strength and hope in recovery. Our Podcasts were created to allow members to hear them from wherever they may be, as well as to make them available to anyone who ma ...
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Sacred Legions interview secular saints, a term coined by author Kurt Vonnegut for people performing decently in an indecent world. Hosted by Max Goller and Pat LaMarche, we find out what inspired our guests in their saintly journey and ask them to contribute volunteer and self-care resources for our audience that they will be able to find on our website, sacredlegions.org. As Kurt said, ""No damn cat and no damn cradle...There is only one rule I know of babies—goddamn it, you've got to be k ...
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A learner exploring the sacred in the seemingly secular.
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Official podcast of SecularVoices.net, hosted by Kevin Davis, author of Understanding an Atheist and head writer at SecularVoices on Medium.
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A podcast about social justice and fangirling from a non-religious perspective.
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An open discussion about current and important events.
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Dopinephrine and Eldudeireno host discussions on secularism, humanism, epistemology, politics and counter-apologetics. Call in every Wed, 8-10 PM ET.
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Apodcast of the Atheist Alliance of America promoting secular thought and action
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Politics, philosophy, religion, news Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/flash-josh/support
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The concept behind Secular Stories is to showcast civil discussions between believers and nonbelievers on all manner of topics.
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Exploring the seperation between church and state. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/SecP/support
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Canadian Philosophy and Theology professor and former Catholic Monk Dr. Sean J. McGrath examines how to practice contemplative Christianity in the secular age and what we can learn from the mystical tradition. In conversation with Jungian Analyst Jakob Lusensky. Subscribe on Substack. https://centerofthecross.substack.com/
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The Secular Buddhist is the official podcast of the Secular Buddhist Association, focusing on early Buddhist teaching and practice from a secular point of view. http://secularbuddhism.org
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Do you think Christians ever fall into the secular mindset? The answer is yes. Sometimes Christians unintentionally or unknowingly manage money in a secular manner because most Christians have limited knowledge of what the Bible says on finances.
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Cal (formerly Mike) Hoffman and Dougie Robertson share how to live a happier life by understanding the basics of modern Buddhism through a secular lens. No superstition, no airy-fairy nonsense, just the facts and a lot of fun!
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New grassroots school or sect of Nichiren, Lotus Sutra based secular Buddhism. A philosophical and ethical meditation practice and way of life. Buddha was not a god or deity. He was just a super "woke" aka enlightened human. We ALL have the ability to attain buddhahood, enlightenment, wokeness. Let's do it together and help ourselves, each other, and the planet! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/secular-lotus-buddhists/support
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Host and creator of 'The Premeaux Show' Spencer Premo discusses politics and news.
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Join hosts Ami from Texas and Amy from Minnesota for real talk about atheism, feminism, politics, parenting, and whatever else we want to talk about because this is our show.
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God's perspective on money is much different than the world's. This program will help you understand how to manage your finances God's way in order to avoid the pitfalls of debt and deprivation, as well as enriching your life by learning how to tithe, save and spend wisely.
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Throughout history, freethinkers have outraged the religious with their wacky ideas about the virtues of free speech, reason, and, of course, eating babies. Now, God is dying—and it's time to dispose of his remains. From the pits of Hell, Satan sends two puppets of the imperialist West and the Zionist Jews against God, Islam, and tiny kittens to bring you their propaganda and conspire for a new world order. This is Secular Jihadists for a Muslim Enlightenment—with Harris Sultan, Veedu Vidz, ...
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Secular Sexuality is a weekly call-in show live from Austin, Texas every Thursday at 7pm CT. Call us at 1-512-686-0279. We talk about sex from a secular perspective. Sex and sexuality are natural to all living creatures but religion takes this and twists it into something awful and to be ashamed of. Acceptance, education, and fun is what we strive for. We lay the intersection of sex and religion (and occasionally ourselves) bare, openly and honestly. We discuss a wide range of topics each we ...
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Our internet-accelerated society has experienced a fraying of our social bonds. We experience a sense of instability and uncertainty. By drawing on wisdom from the religious traditions, embodied in literature and art, we can supplement our impoverished public discourse. Moreover, we maintain a commitment to our multi-cultural reality, putting collaborative pluralism, weaving, at the center. We can fight a culture of constant distraction and build up our capacity to contemplate and think deep ...
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The Role of Secular Law in the Beis Din Process
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Secular Minority is a eye-opening podcast that looks at the world under the lens of a non-believing Humanist. Atheists, Agnostic, Non-Believers, And Humanists are minorities in this world, let's change that by showing up and speaking out! Secular: A person who does not believe in supernatural realms, beings, or entities, is not religious, or belong to a religious group. Minority: A part of a population differing from others in some characteristics and often subjected to differential treatmen ...
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Rev. Matthew Best: Secular Saint of Health Care, Human Rights, and Gun Safety
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In this episode, hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche engage with Reverend Matthew Best, exploring his unique journey from politics to ministry. They discuss the intersection of faith and social justice, particularly in addressing homelessness and healthcare access. Matthew shares insights on the challenges faced by the unhoused and the importance of …
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Secular AA Global Speaker Tour - Alcoholicos Anonimos Ateos - July 6, 2025 (English Translation)
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English Translation June 2025: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by the Stonehenge Steps of the UK. Our speakers this month are: El Bondo Jorge S El Bruja ..with TeMoK as emcee. Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting others t…
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The Best Gift I Ever Gave Myself – Maggie’s Story of Sobriety In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Maggie shares her journey through addiction and recovery. From her first drink at 15 to waking up in treatment on her 38th birthday, she recounts how alcohol and Adderall gradually took over her life—despite a successful career, a loving fami…
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This isn't about policy; it's about power. A cabinet secretary's casual suggestion to replace deported farm-workers with able-bodied Medicaid recipients is a chilling glimpse into a heartless agenda. This isn't just incompetence; it's cruelty dressed up as a solution. They expect the poor to pick up the slack created by their own inhumane policies.…
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In this episode of the Secular Buddhism podcast, I explore what it means to “be a lamp unto yourself.” Drawing from personal stories, including my time teaching paragliding, and Buddhist teachings on wisdom, I reflect on the journey from seeking external guidance to cultivating trust in your own inner knowing. What does it mean to become your own t…
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From Rock Bottom to Redemption: A Raw Journey Through Alcoholism and Recovery In this gripping and unfiltered episode, Luke shares his harrowing descent into alcoholism—from romanticizing the 'tortured artist' lifestyle to waking up covered in spit, blood, and regret. He recounts the delusions that kept him drinking (thinking booze made him 'more i…
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The so-called "Religious Liberty Commission," born under Trump, isn't about freedom; it's a brazen power grab cloaked in piety. This Washington D.C. gathering, a veritable who's who of the Christian right, from Dan Patrick to Dr. Phil (?), convened to lament America's perceived lack of Christianity. But behind the hand-wringing, a sinister agenda b…
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Recorded on 14 May 2025 In this moving AA share, Ash K reflects on recently passing the 1,000-day sobriety milestone — a journey marked not just by abstinence, but by profound personal growth. With clarity and grace, she opens up about one of the hardest decisions she’s had to make in her relationship — a step that seemed impossible until she chose…
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Recorded on 28 May 2025In this raw and emotional share, Phill recounts his harrowing journey through addiction—from teenage drinking to meth dependency, lost marriages, and criminal threats. He describes the manipulative cycles of addiction, the heartbreak he inflicted on his wife, and the moment he hit rock bottom: jobless, homeless, and facing an…
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Recorded 7 May 2025 In this powerful share, Jeff Taylor—an alcoholic with 38 years of sobriety—reflects on his journey from traditional AA to secular recovery. He discusses how Alcoholics Anonymous gave him "wings to fly," then took away the sky, and how he found freedom by embracing a non-theistic approach. Jeff opens up about childhood trauma, bi…
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Recorded on Wednesday 18 June 2025 In this moving episode, Jill shares an intense life experience — at times harrowing, at times uplifting, but always deeply sobering. With remarkable humility and courage, she takes us through moments that challenged her spirit and reshaped her path. What unfolds is not just a personal story, but a universal one: o…
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In this episode, we continue our exploration of the Eightfold Path by diving into the second aspect of wisdom—Right Intention. We explore how intention functions like a compass, helping us navigate life with purpose and clarity. Rather than reacting habitually, Right Intention invites us to respond skillfully to whatever arises. We discuss the thre…
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Brook Ziporyn, "Experiments in Mystical Atheism: Godless Epiphanies from Daoism to Spinoza and Beyond" (U Chicago Press, 2024)
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A new approach to the theism-scientism divide rooted in a deeper form of atheism. Western philosophy is stuck in an irresolvable conflict between two approaches to the spiritual malaise of our times: either we need more God (the “turn to religion”) or less religion (the New Atheism). In Experiments in Mystical Atheism: Godless Epiphanies from Daois…
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As Bek stepped doewn from her shift in charge of the AANP Speaker Meeting, she left us with her own stor. Take a listen. Recorded 26 March 2025 IMAGE CREDIT: episode photo @sidthevisualkid
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"It started just after 9am on a Tuesday morning..." From that inauspicious start, Dave shares his story that was about to reach the 2 years of sobriety mark just after this was recorded. RECORDED: 24 April 2025
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AANP's very own Cat-Herder, and Tarot Tuesdayer steps up to the podium to share with us the twists and turns of a life that could've turned out very differently, but eventually lead to sobriety. Buckle up. RECORDED: 17 April 2025
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We start with Doug's past as a member of the College Republicans, a segment of his life that seems almost distant now but also eerily relevant to the political climate we face today. His college experience at Ohio State in the mid-'80s was marked by a growing awareness of the discrepancies in the political narrative he had been raised with. Doug re…
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In this episode, I share the audio recording of a Dharma talk I gave during one of our Sunday Zoom calls. The topic is Right View, the first step on the Buddhist Eightfold Path. Inspired by the book Nexus by Yuval Noah Harari, I explore the nature of truth and how we relate to it in our everyday lives. I talk about three distinct types of truth—obj…
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Secular AA Global Speaker Tour - Stonehenge Steps (UK) - June 1, 2025
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June 2025: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by the Stonehenge Steps of the UK. Our speakers this month are: Alan H Kenji K Rebekka K ..with Antonia C as emcee. Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting others to share their tho…
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Secular AA Global Speaker Tour - Stonehenge Steps (UK) - June 1, 2025 (Traducción Española)
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Traducción Española June 2025: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by the Stonehenge Steps of the UK. Our speakers this month are: Alan H Kenji K Rebekka K ..with Antonia C as emcee. Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting other…
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Gary Gulman: Secular Saint of Health Care
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In this engaging conversation, Gary Gulman shares his journey with mental health, the influence of Kurt Vonnegut on his work, and the therapeutic nature of writing. He discusses the importance of honest communication in friendships, the role of literature in personal growth, and the challenges of addressing difficult topics through comedy. Gulman r…
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In this episode, we look at the State of Utah’s Health Department-commissioned review, which confirmed the safety and mental health benefits of gender-affirming treatments for youth. Despite its clear findings, the review was dismissed by lawmakers determined to uphold a state ban, highlighting a disturbing political hypocrisy. This resistance to s…
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Abdul Wohab, "Secularism and Islam in Bangladesh: 50 Years After Independence" (Routledge, 2025)
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Secularism and Islam in Bangladesh: 50 Years After Independence (Routledge, 2025) comprehensively analyses the syncretistic form of Bengali Islam and its relationship with secularism in Bangladesh from pre-British to contemporary times. It focuses on the importance of understanding the dynamics between religion and secularism within specific cultur…
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This episode is an encouragement for someone who needs it. Jesus is both our path and our destination. Originally preached and recorded at Feast Bellevue PM. John 14:1-6 Luke 18:11-14 Luke 24:13-21 Support the show! Find all of Mon's links here: https://linktr.ee/notsosecular (including how to book him as a speaker and how to give to the show)…
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We start by focusing on the ongoing debate around school vouchers in Ohio, particularly as the state legislature is poised to debate the new budget bill, which proposes cuts to public school funding while simultaneously increasing financial support for private institutions. We clarify how these so-called "scholarships" are essentially vouchers that…
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What is the difference between happiness and joy, and how can we experience greater contentment, even when life doesn’t go as planned? In this episode, I explore the Buddhist perspectives and modern insights that reveal happiness as a fleeting emotional state, while joy represents a deeper, more enduring form of well-being. Drawing inspiration from…
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In this episode of Sacred Legions, hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche engage with guests Svitlana Blinova and Yurii Kushnir, who share their harrowing experiences from Ukraine amidst the ongoing war. The conversation highlights the resilience of communities affected by disaster, drawing parallels between the recovery efforts in Paradise, California,…
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Secular AA Global Speaker Tour - Sober She Devils - May 4, 2025
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May 2025: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by the Sober She Devils. Our speakers this month are: Susan A Lauren S Mary Paige R ..with Jo S as emcee. Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting others to share their thoughts about…
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Secular AA Global Speaker Tour - Sober She Devils - May 4, 2025 (Traducción Española)
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Traducción Española May 2025: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by the Sober She Devils. Our speakers this month are: Susan A Lauren S Mary Paige R ..with Jo S as emcee. Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting others to share …
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Compared to newborn horses, newborn babies are helpless. But that doesn't have to be a bad thing! In this episode's live talk, recorded from CFA Freedom's Expo, Mon talks about the special role of the family, particularly parents, in the growth and development of every child. Learn more about CFA (Catholic Filipino Academy) Freedom: https://linktr.…
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In this episode, I explore the Buddhist teaching of aimlessness, one of the Three Doors of Liberation, through personal reflection and the lens of my son’s journey into adulthood. What if life doesn’t need a fixed purpose to be meaningful? Drawing on insights from Buddhism, Alan Watts, and everyday life—including paragliding, parenting, and playing…
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We start this episode by discussing the ongoing controversy surrounding Release Time Religious Instruction (RTRI) in Ohio, spearheaded by LifeWise Academy. This initiative allows public school students to leave school for religious education in the middle of the day, exploiting legal loopholes to introduce religious content into public education. A…
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"I have not Finished...": Rokahya Diallo on being Black, Muslim, and frequently interrupted (Emilie Diouf, JP)
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Emilie Diouf of Brandeis English, whose monograph on genocide and trauma is forthcoming, joins John to speak with the celebrated French journalist and activist Rokahya Diallo. Diouf places Diallo within a transnational black intellectual tradition, founded in the interwar period in the Negritude movement; it was then that Paulette, Jeanne, and Anne…
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In this episode of the Secular Buddhism podcast, Noah explores the Buddhist teaching of no-self through the powerful metaphor of a car ride. Who—or what—is really in control as we navigate our lives? Drawing from the five aggregates and the Internal Family Systems model, Noah illustrates how our emotions and mental patterns often take the wheel, sh…
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We mark the 100th episode of Secular Left with a reading from the show manifesto that was read in Episode 1 in April 2020. We highlight its birth during a tumultuous time marked by political uncertainty and a public health crisis. The initial goal was to provide a platform to voice critical perspectives against the tide of misinformation and extrem…
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In this episode, I explore the parable of The Empty Boat and how it serves as a powerful metaphor for understanding the way we react to life’s inevitable bumps (especially those caused by others). Drawing from Taoist and Zen traditions, this story reminds us that much of our suffering arises not from what happens, but from the meaning we attach to …
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In this episode of Sacred Legions, hosts Max Goller and Pat LaMarche engage in a profound conversation with guests Cindy and Jackie about the historical and ongoing struggles for civil rights, food insecurity, and the impact of racism in America. They reflect on personal experiences of segregation, the importance of remembering history, and the ala…
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How do we foster our individuality without losing the unity of our family? How do we foster the unity of our family without losing our individuality? In this episode's live talk, recorded from Feast Bellevue PM, Mon talks about the dynamic between our individual and collective senses of identity within the family. Genesis 1:27 Ephesians 4:1-2 Genes…
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Secular AA Global Speaker Tour - Stonehenge AA Freethinking Women, UK - Apr 6, 2025 (Traducción Española)
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Traducción Española April 2025: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by the Stonehenge AA Freethinking Women. Our speakers this month are: Corinne L Mary D Marva ..with Chelsea as emcee. Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting ot…
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Secular AA Global Speaker Tour - Stonehenge AA Freethinking Women, UK - Apr 6, 2025
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April 2025: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by the Stonehenge AA Freethinking Women. Our speakers this month are: Corinne L Mary D Marva ..with Chelsea as emcee. Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting others to share their …
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Why do I have to take care of my body as a Christian? Jpaul Hernandez: https://www.instagram.com/jpaulhernandez/ , https://www.facebook.com/jpaulhernandez/ , https://www.jpaulhernandez.com/ Support the show!Find all of Mon's links here: https://linktr.ee/notsosecular (including how to book him as a speaker and how to give to the show)…
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We Said Farewell: Lessons from the Venezuelan Diaspora for Today’s America with Amanda Quintero Aguerrevere
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Amanda Quintero, an economist and author, is our guest and we explore her powerful new book, "We Said Farewell." Having left Venezuela during its tumultuous transition into authoritarianism, Amanda shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind her collection of fictionalized short stories. The narratives stem from real experiences of her f…
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