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"Clean Me Out, Jesus" #121

New Hollywood movie about Noah includes disclaimer from studio, Oklahoma doctor gives Jesus shots, Bob Jones University cancels study of sexual assault on campus, unrepentant gays are going to hell according to star witness in marriage equality case, Kenyan preacher spreads the good word about no panties, UK judge rules for baby to receive blood transfusion despite the objections from the Jehovah's Witness parents, and Dan tells us all about his trip to India.

Mar 8, 20141h 22m

"Clips Show" #120

Mackenzie joins Frank for a "clips" show. We've dug deep into the TGIA archives to find some of our favorite moments, including Newt and Callista Gingrich's lent, national hats, belief in god helping you jam anything down your throat, Brigham Young as a nose breather, slippery slope, et al. We also tackle some news from the week: modest clothing designers meet for Christian Fashion Week, a Bible stops bullets from hitting a bus driver, the Alabama state legislature takes up the issue of prayer in public schools, and Mackenzie shares the results of a survey about Americans' shifting attitudes about gay marriage and LGBT rights in general.

Mar 1, 20141h 21m

"Muslims in Space" #119

Adam guest hosts with Frank: Denmark bans religious animal slaughter, Utah lawmaker claims atmosphere needs more carbon-dioxide, snake handling preacher dies from snake bite, movie about the rapture, fatwa issued warning Muslims about living on Mars, fired pharmacist sues Walgreens for religious discrimination, and a review of HBO's "Questioning Darwin."

Feb 23, 20141h 34m

"Sacrifice" #118

Camels don't belong in book of Genesis, Shroud of Turin "science," African Pentecostal church spreading in United States, North Carolina school rejects secular club application, Saudi paramedics prevented from providing lifesaving services to woman, nude church, and atheists meet up.

Feb 15, 20141h 15m

"The Funtheists" #117

BYU masturbation video, "jail nun" fired for organizing workers, former Mormon sues president of Mormon Church for fraud, members of a fundamentalist sect in Canada loses custody of kids, Bieber gets baptized, German Catholics share their opinions, and that whole Nye/Ham debate thing.

Feb 7, 20141h 47m

"Spirituality for Atheists?" #116

Police in Rome take down the "Superpope," the largest church in the world is also one of the least attended, the new documentary "Mitt" looks behind the scenes of our favorite Mormon candidate's presidential campaign, the Pope's doves face terrible end, pig faces censored, Noah's ark before Noah's ark, and can atheists be spiritual?

Feb 1, 20141h 27m

"The Littlest Disciple" #115

Conservative protestants and their contagious divorces, "Tiger Mom" writes book about why Mormons and Jews are more socioeconomically successful, Louisiana parents sue school district, Indonesian President discusses a belief of his, conservative UK lawmaker gets kicked out of his party for saying something his American counterpart would have been praised for, a nun in Italy gives birth, and an example of how the Mormon Church exerts its control over the Utah State Legislature.

Jan 24, 20141h 25m

"No Go" #114

God lets pediphile teacher off the hook, brain adaptation wards off depression, sports fans believe God has role in outcome, the UN questions the Vatican over sex abuse, South Carolina prayer in schools, Dennis Rodman apologizes to missionary held in North Korea, and what Mormons believe about marriage.

Jan 18, 20141h 37m

"Toothache Miracle" #113

Former member of Vatican's Swiss Guard reports numerous unwanted sexual advances from clergy, five religious themed iPhone apps banned from app store, Sikh woman sues go-kart park for cutting her hair from motor, Christian pastor tries out atheism, school superintendent fired for (theater) performance, Obama is not the antichrist, and freedom of speech issues in France.

Jan 11, 20141h 34m

"A Uniform of One" #112

Malaysia's Islamic authorities confiscate Christian bibles for use of "Allah," Pope Francis declared Esquire's best dressed man of the 2013, Los Angeles County Supervisors want Christian cross back on government seal, five films that will make 2014 the year of the Bible, Israeli government changes policy about rabbis, a philanthropist dies, and the ethics of "pulling the plug."

Jan 3, 20141h 24m

"The Real War on Xmas" #111

Pope Francis frenzy, Muslims hate Santa, Chick-PHIL-A day to support anti-gay bigot Phil Robertson, gay marriage breaks records in Utah, BBC presents a list of things we didn't know until 2013, Salt Lake City = Bible City 2013, and Chris Johnson joins us to talk about his new book, "A Better Life: 100 Atheists Speak Out on Joy & Meaning in a World Without God."

Dec 28, 20131h 44m

"Polygamy" #110

Federal judge gives thumbs-up to plural marriage, pope Francis is a boob man, researchers find cities on top of cities, Christmas by the numbers, churches LoJack the baby Jesus, born prognosticator Harold Camping did not see own death coming, and the LDS Church continues to acknowledge its own embarrassing history.

Dec 21, 20131h 25m

"Be Delightsome" #109

Edmonton police force offers a hijab uniform, Scientology declared legitimate in UK, turns out Jesus has the biggest [blank], a veterans' monument in San Diego declared unconstitutional, a Catholic group banned from an Irish college, a mother prays away home invasion, and the LDS Church revises its racist history.

Dec 14, 20131h 32m

"Dressing Up" #108

Mormon bishop tries to teach congregation a lesson by playing dress up, Hopi tribe attempts to stop sell of sacred tribal artifacts, caffeine delivery service for BYU campus, Kenyan pentecostals offer 'cure' for HIV/AIDS, satanic monument in OKC, Christian tithing counting as charitable giving, and why atheism is the next 'gay marriage.'

Dec 7, 20131h 42m

"Thanksgiving" #107

A federal judge rules that tax-free housing for clergy is unconstitutional, Mormon construction site in Philadelphia enforces no coffee or swearing rules, spread of European anti-semitism, bars next to churches, a group of Oklahoma pastors upset about a play, and Thanksgiving.

Nov 28, 20131h 9m

"A Chat with Peter Boghossian" #106

Interview with Peter Boghossian author of 'A Manual for Creating Atheists,' 24 Muslims fired for taking 5-minute break to pray, snake handling pastor raided for violation of Tennessee wildlife laws, Menorah Tree offers fun new version of age-old tradition, new way to prevent abortion, Church of England approves ordination of female bishops, an extreme reaction to free hugs in Saudi Arabia, and a really bad impression of Harvey Fierstein that keeps coming back for more.

Nov 22, 20131h 31m

"Conundra" #105

Sarah Palin pens book about 'War on Christmas,' patriarchy proponent Doug Phillips resigns from ministry after extramarital relationship, motivational speaker at Texas high school criticized for gender stereotyping, creationist museum snubbed by museum organization, Vatican message to American bishops, an exorcism in Illinois, and the continued use of capital punishment in the United States.

Nov 16, 20131h 30m

"Early Christmas" #104

Venezuela starts the Christmas season early, a new book helps you convert people to atheism, Paula Abdul bat mitzvahs, praying school bus driver gets in trouble, 'tearing' into the Bible gets Texas student in suspended, student body president at a Christian university comes out as atheist, and the Salvation Army's bell ringers might not be a good place for your money to go.

Nov 9, 20131h 26m

"Luther-isms" #103

The Martin Luther insult machine, Air Force Academy changes policy on official honor oath, Pope Francis causes tourism boom in Rome, "National Motto Display Act" tries to get "In God We Trust" displayed in all Pennsylvania public schools, the sexiest rabbi in the world, revisions of Mormon General Conference talks, and what motivates people to change their religion.

Nov 2, 20131h 23m

"Atheist Awe" #102

Four Iranian Christians sentenced to 80 lashes for consumption of alcohol (during communion), ShivaConnect.com helps corridinate Jewish mourning rituals, Oprah infuriates nonbelievers with her incomprehension of atheist awe, Scientology in trouble with French government, Utah rejects joint tax filing for married same-sex couples, atheists in showdown with Christian-run soup kitchen, and spooky fun times with Frank and Dan.

Oct 25, 20131h 24m

"Night of Hope" #101

New Missouri law allows Christmas celebrations in public schools, Darren Aronofsky's "Noah" causes anxiety at Paramount, Mormons on Jeopardy, the Vatican withdraws papal medals due to spelling error, American Atheists denied billboards in SLC, an update on Ohio middle school's portrait of Jesus, and Frank and Dan visit Joel Osteen's Night of Hope.

Oct 19, 20131h 36m

"Two Rabbis, One Cattle Prod" #100

Mainline Protestants need a new name, online communion, two rabbis arrested for Jewish divorce shakedown, elicit sales on BYU campus, prayerful police, Hajj concerns, and a celebration of our 100th episode.

Oct 12, 20131h 4m

"I Need A New Chobby" #99

Pastor Rick Joyner calls for military takeover of US to save democracy, Hobby Lobby's lack of Hanukkah decorations, atheist Sunday assembly, a not-so-good way to handle JW's, science standards in Kansas schools, and Mormon General Conference.

Oct 5, 20131h 27m

"The Bible Tells Me So" #98

Abercrombie and Fitch approve change to 'look policy,' Nashville area school changes rules on field trips, Mississippi judge reveals prejudice to a sikh man, Pope Francis, Saudi Arabia defends horrific punishment of innocent woman, Billy Graham's grandson, and THE BIBLE!

Sep 27, 20131h 28m

"Flaming Pope" #97

Kosher smart phones, LDS Church joins gay marriage fight in Hawaii, Muslim woman must remove veil for court, Scottish man throws bacon in a Mosque and gets 10 months in jail, Dresden churches offer "sexy church," transgender theology professor, and the pope.

Sep 22, 20131h 25m

"Small Yarmulkes" #96

Observant Jewish drug dealers observe the sabbath, Pastor Terry Jones tries to burn 2998 Qurans in remembrance of 9/11 victims, Quebec attempts to ban 'overt' religious symbols, a highly questionable 'cure' for homosexuality lands a man in prison, an Ohio Amish couple denies child chemotherapy for leukemia, and parastriskaidekaphobia rears its ugly head.

Sep 14, 20131h 37m

"Happy New Year, Jews!" #95

Iranian president wishes Jews a happy new year, LDS church releases new unvarnished volume of the 'Joseph Smith Papers,' Mormon owned TV station moves "Days of Our Lives" to the middle of the night, new Christian 'dating' site, a case of Texas measles, UK's Girl Guide's new promise, and Dan tells all on Burning Man.

Sep 7, 20131h 20m

"Drawing the Line" #94

Catholic Bishop in Honolulu takes a stand against marriage equality, American Atheists win license plate battle, IRS to treat same-sex couples equally for tax purposes, Syria and the second coming of Jesus Christ, Christian church destroyed in North India, and abortionist Kermit Gosnell.

Sep 1, 20131h 26m

"Iosepa" #93

Kathy Lee Gifford wants to be a rabbi, "dot" BIBLE domain, Ratzinger: "God told me to" step down, black magic outlawed in Indian state, surprise for Louisiana lawmaker, "missionary" criminals, and the sad, sad story of Iosepa, Utah.

Aug 23, 20131h 31m

"Lost at Sea" #92

Brains of dying mice reveal details about near death experiences, PBS set to air series on Islam's Muhammad, unable to focus on sermons church goers turn to e-devices, court orders child's name changed, archbishop rejects persecution, Switzerland changes national anthem, and family lost at sea doesn't find God.

Aug 17, 20131h 14m

"Sorry, Church Closed" #91

Mystery priest probably an angel according to local media, pastor prosecuted for reading bible out loud at DMV, Greek orthodox services suspended in SLC, Obama administration likes prayer, elderly nun jailed, and the ethics of force feeding prisoners.

Aug 10, 20131h 27m

"6 Degrees of Atheist" #90

Some US conservatives laud Russia's anti-gay laws, Alabama football coach fired for going to wrong church, Tennessee mosque in the news again, Kenyan lawyer on quest to overturn Pilate's ruling against Jesus, ex-gays rally at Supreme Court, UK 'dinner lady' fired, and what kind of atheist are you?

Aug 3, 20131h 24m

"Would You Believe If You Could?" #89

Comic-Con and street preachers, the Church of England and payday lenders, the GOP and welcoming diversity, Schindler's List: The Original, godless church, and Buddhism vs. Islam.

Jul 26, 20131h 38m

"Pink Mass" #88

Adam sits in for Dan, America's most saintly city, Ohio statehouse holocaust memorial, Satanists perform "Pink Mass" on Fred Phelps' mother's grave, religion and Wikipedia: the edit wars, how faith can affect therapy, America's most sinful city, and Adam talks about his time as a Taoist.

Jul 20, 20132h 8m

"Satanist Infighting" #87

The New York Times questions whether Muslims are ready for democracy, the White House lets faith groups opt out of Obamacare contraception requirement, Mormon membership numbers screwy, female bishops now allowed in the Church of England, backlash against a moderate pastor, Satanist infighting, and "What Jehovah's Witness Believe!"

Jul 12, 20131h 39m

"Drawing Lines" #86

Home schooling humanists, Muslim prisoners ask to be allowed to starve to death for Ramadan, San Diego judge OKs yoga in classroom, Montana court rules in favor of Jesus statue, Obama administration refuses to classify Westboro Baptists a hate group, a very clever PR effort for Superman backfires, and happy 4th!

Jul 6, 20131h 34m

"A Chat with the Scathing Atheist" #85

Same-sex marriage, Christians happier than atheists, Brandeis gets an apology, gay member of the Pennsylvania house, anti-Muslim bullets, domestic discipline, and a conversation with Noah from the Scathing Atheist.

Jun 29, 20131h 40m

"Mormon Family Tree" #84

Crucifixion images no longer command auction prices, conservative moms slam Kraft over "zesty guy" ad campaign, atheist woman being denied citizenship because her morality doesn't come from religion, pagan Oklahoma license plates, religious leaders arrested, masturbating fetuses, and the vast number of Mormon denominations you've never heard of.

Jun 22, 20131h 39m

"Can't we all just get along?!" #83

A meeting on tolerance turns into shouting match, Pope Francis admits that a gay lobby exists within the Vatican Curia, Mending Vatican ties with Islam, Science curriculum in Kansas schools, Mike Huckabee tweets that churches should give up tax exemption, "possessed" parent beats child to death.

Jun 15, 20131h 25m

"A Monument to What" #82

A wedding cake for dogs not gays, Utah Boy Scouts defy orders and wear their uniforms in Pride Parade, Arizona lawmaker does humanist prayer, Miss World beauty pageant, Amish romance novels, and a monument to atheism misses the point.

Jun 8, 20131h 8m

"Road Trip Wrap Up" #81

Utah gay rights group protests naming of family center after Boyd K. Packer, Mormon owned DI cuts workers hours ahead of Obamacare, American Atheists settle case against six-ton Ten Commandments, vaccinations, and El Salvador has a very serious prohibition against abortion.

Jun 1, 20131h 39m

"From the Van" #80

According to Pope Francis atheists are saved by Christ's blood too, the Sistine Chapel has become haven for pickpockets, Westboro Baptist Church blames Oklahoma City tornadoes on supporters of Jason Collins, autistic kids and atheism, Pope Francis names new saints, Virginia lt. gov. nominee not sorry for hate speech, and more news from the road including a Church Review.

May 25, 20131h 30m

"On the Road" #79

Saudi Arabia punishes men over Christian convert, Mahony continues public life after rebuke, Georgia places Bibles in public cabins, the end is near, and Frank and Dan have been on the road for almost a week: Giant Cross, Branch Davidians, and Houston Atheists.

May 18, 20131h 25m

"Science" #78

Interview with noted physicist Lawrence Krauss, psychic's predictions proven wrong, cheerleaders in Texas win 'Bible Banner' lawsuit, Methodist minister caught in faith's split over same-sex marriage, Mormon offshoot 'Community of Christ' accepts homosexuals into clergy, Cardinal Dolan says 'wash your hands,' and "Sorry, kids. Graduation's canceled."

May 11, 20131h 34m

"Praying To Walls" #77

Britons trust Google as much as "the church" (meaning not very much), US Muslims more moderate than Muslims worldwide, atheist's hold "National Day of Reason", blasphemers punished in Malta, women praying at the wailing wall, atheist pamphlets in Florida school, and this week in gayness.

May 4, 20131h 13m

"Husbands, Love Your Wives" #76

Atheist bloggers imprisoned in Bangladesh, Mark Driscoll criticizes "nagging wives" during sermon, prominent "ex-gay" denounces years denouncing gay community, US Christians rally around homeschooling family facing deportation, praying couple allows another child to die from lack of medical care, Chilean baby killed for being antichrist, and is Islam any more to blame for violence than other world religions (namely Christianity)?

Apr 27, 20131h 47m

"Atheists and Grief" #75

Pope Francis redirects employees' bonuses to charity, pastors claim city's annual registration fee is really a tax, McDonalds sells non-halal chicken McNuggets and gets sued, high school senior takes on her principal, a fake rabbi helps a real one, Post Christians, and dealing with grief as an atheist.

Apr 20, 20131h 48m

"Resurrection in Your Throat" #74

Frequent texters tend to be shallow according to study, Vatican IP address connected to illegal downloads, Peter Higgs: "Stop calling Higgs Boson the God particle," atheist organizations vow for online civility; Catholic Bishop in Michigan says supporters of gay marriage shouldn't take communion; Seventh Day Adventists unhappy to have been around long enough for a sesquicentennial; and the Mormons—yawn—hold General Conference.

Apr 13, 20131h 27m

"Jesus Stomp" #73

Classroom activity causes trouble for professor at Florida Atlantic University, Mormon women don't want the priesthood (even though half of Mormon men would be willing to give it to them), Utah polygamists ask local government to alter zoning to allow for new retirement community, the US and the second coming, North Carolina tries to pass official state religion, American attitudes about the Bible defy reality, and Frank and Dan announce plans for their upcoming Bible Belt road trip.

Apr 6, 20131h 21m

"Monk Germs" #72

Bhutan seeks to curb STI's in monk population, Pope Francis' new digs, women told to know their place, creationists want to bet with you, German shoe company discovers why their shipments haven't arrived in the US, a helpful new app to be excommunicated from the Catholic church, and Mother Teresa was a bad person.

Mar 30, 20131h 33m