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Subscribe for weekly discussions with cult survivors, experts in religious trauma recovery, and other topics related to recovering from religious harms. This show is hosted by volunteers from Recovering From Religion, which is a non-profit organization that works to provide hope, healing, and support for people who have questions or doubts about their faith.
Whether you are an atheist, religious, or leaving a cult, we hope you will find this podcast helpful. We aren’t here to talk you out of or into faith. We just provide a safe place to examine beliefs. Episodes are adapted from RfRx events.
Whether you are an atheist, religious, or leaving a cult, we hope you will find this podcast helpful. We aren’t here to talk you out of or into faith. We just provide a safe place to examine beliefs. Episodes are adapted from RfRx events.
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Join us on the next RfRx with horticultural sciences professor Kevin Folta.Internet influencers turn people away from healthy food choices. Social media screams that we are being systematically poisoned by a broken regulatory system in cahoots with America’s farmers and food processors.From seed oils to herbicides to genetically engineered crops, disinformation and chemophobia are confusing many people about food safety, and harming public health.Despite all the negative hype, scientists say that we live in a time with the safest, most abundant food supply in human history.Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxhttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, biologist and science communicator Forrest Valkai returns to the show. Forrest is known for his unique blend of engaging science lessons, insightful dialogues on skepticism, and heartfelt advocacy for social progress. Over the course of his online career, Forrest has championed science and reason, raised tens of thousands of dollars for charity, and taught audiences of all ages to love science and each other. This week Forrest will discuss how to teach evolution to a creationist. Bring your questions for Forrest and stay for the hangout after the show!Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxhttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, Chris Shelton talks with us about the lesser known challenges of cult recovery. Chris is a former Scientologist and Sea Org member and is now a writer, podcaster, and advocate for critical thinking. He holds a Masters degree in the psychology of coercive control. He’ll discuss the big issues that get in the way of recovery and how to face the obstacles you don’t expect to run into.Come for the talk and stay for the hangout!Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxhttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, join us for a conversation with Ember, host of Good News on The TransPositions, and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. A proponent of science, equality, freedom, and reason, she opposes oppressive, repressive, and regressive ideologies. In this episode, we’ll discuss the intersection of conspiracy theories, christian nationalism, and bodily autonomy, and what you can do about it.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Have you ever wanted to learn more about historical events and figures that are mentioned in religious texts but keep running across content that merely defends the belief system instead of critically examining evidence for any of the claims? This week on RfRx, John Gleason, aka Godless Engineer, will explain some of the differences between historical scholarship and apologetics. We’ll talk about the methods and goals used by scholars of history, how some apologetics masquerade as scholarship while failing to adhere to basic historical methods, and how to tell the difference. And John will go over some recent examples of New Testament scholarship (and not scholarship) to look out for. Bring your questions for John and stay for the hangout after the show. https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Why do intelligent people fall for science denial, pseudoscience, or conspiracy theories? In today’s talk, Melanie Trecek-King explores how cognitive biases, social influences, and deeply held beliefs can trap us in misinformation. Drawing on her own experience, she explains why facts alone often fail to change minds, and how curiosity, skepticism, and empathy can help us navigate today’s complex information landscape — and connect with those who disagree with us.Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxhttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Why do intelligent people fall for science denial, pseudoscience, or conspiracy theories? In today’s talk, Melanie Trecek-King explores how cognitive biases, social influences, and deeply held beliefs can trap us in misinformation. Drawing on her own experience, she explains why facts alone often fail to change minds, and how curiosity, skepticism, and empathy can help us navigate today’s complex information landscape — and connect with those who disagree with us.Join Us Live Every Monday!https://www.recoveringfromreligion.org/rfrxhttps://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, author David Fitzgerald returns to expand on his discussion of religious history. The presentation will cover recent findings in archaeology and history related to the founders, origins and early development of our major world religions. Bring your questions for the live Q&A with David and stay for the hangout after the talk!https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Join us this week as the RfRx team celebrates Festivus. Festivus is a secular holiday celebrated on December 23 as an alternative to the commercialism of the Christmas season, popularized by the Seinfeld TV series. There will be the traditional Airing of Grievances, claims of Festivus Miracles, and perhaps even some Feats of Strength (if we can figure out how to do this on Zoom!) Be prepared with your questions, miracle claims, and grievances… and as usual join us for the post-show hangout.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Join us this week as a panel of RfR volunteers share their own deconversion/deconstruction stories. What circumstances made them leave their religion? How has this changed their lives? What were the repercussions? What other beliefs have they changed as a result of leaving their faith beliefs behind? Be prepared with questions, and as usual, join us for the post-show hangout where you will be able to directly talk with the panelists.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
Why is there so much variation in sex organs? Why is the human penis shaped so different than a chimpanzee’s or bonobo’s? What is it with the duck vagina? How many penis heads does an echidna have? How many species are truly monogamous? What is social monogamy? Why is masturbation so common among all primates?These and many other sexy and funny questions will be answered in this week’s RfRx talk by Dr. Darrel Ray, RfR President and author of Sex & God: How Religion Distorts Sexuality.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, David Teachout returns to discuss the functionality of our emotions. Social and interpersonal turmoil draws out the inevitability of judgments as we determine how to move forward in our lives. Emotions, rather than being end-goals, can be used as directions, pointing us to what matters, and giving impetus to our actions. By slowing down, we can be more deliberate and flexible in our behavior, instead of habitual and self-destructive. Bring your questions for David and stick around for the hangout after the show.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
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RfRx - We present solid data. They go blank, get angry, or walk out. Why isn't evidence breaking through belief barriers? This week on RfRx, Seth Andrews shares his perspective on "Identity Belief" and how to perhaps carve the crack that lets in some light. If bullet points aren't working...what does? https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
RfRx - This week on RfRx, Cynthia McDonald returns to discuss Secular Civics. Cynthia is a social worker in the city of Chicago, and an advocate for many secular social causes including social and economic justice for Black Freedmen Descendants. She also works to promote health equity for marginalized groups, and to normalize Atheism in the Black Community. On this week’s episode, we will discuss a secular view of civic rights and responsibilities and consider the roles that non-religious folks can play in building a better society for everyone. Bring your questions for Cynthia and stick around for the hangout after the show.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
RfRx - This week on RfRx, join us for a discussion with Jimmy Jr, a proud military member and secular activist. Jimmy began deconstructing his religion as a college student studying history and religious studies. He completed his deconstruction after joining the military in 2010, which he claims took him out of his comfort zone and introduced him to various cultures and world religions that challenged his world view. We’ll discuss how Jimmy has balanced these aspects of his life and his reasons for being outspoken about his belief in the separation of religion and government. As always, bring your questions for Jimmy and stick around for the hangout after the show.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx we sit down with Stacie and her mom, Dee, the dynamic duo behind the hit podcast 'The Stacie’s Mom Podcast'. We’ve talked about what it’s like to question one’s faith and worry about losing friends and family members in the process, but what happens when families go through their deconstruction journey together? Stacie and Dee will describe their experience as we dive into their inspiring stories, explore the ups and downs of family dynamics, and discuss the most memorable moments from their journeys out of their former faith. Bring your questions for Stacie and her mom, and join us for the hangout after the show.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
What do all cult leaders have in common, and why are conspiracy theories so appealing? Why does misinformation spread faster than facts, and what can we do about it? Coleman Watts is a former believer turned skeptic who now hosts the YouTube channel Think This Through which mixes debunking with humor, and investigation with parody. Coleman entertains people while nudging them toward a more skeptical world view by covering topics such as the supernatural, quackery, superstition, cults, cons, and conspiracy theories. Join us for this enlightening episode and stay for the hangout.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, join us for a recap of this year’s annual Fall Excursion. Excursion participants and presenters, including Dr. Ben, Will Harrell, Darante’ LaMar Martin, and David Teachout, will share their stories of hope, healing and community. They will also share resources and tips for building up a secular community after religion. As always stick around for the Q&A, and the hangout after the show.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
This week on RfRx, drawing from over a decade of experience as a science communicator, Forrest Valkai will take us on a journey through some of the most powerful and life-changing lessons he knows. Join us as Forrest demonstrates how science and skepticism can make us not just smarter, but kinder, more empathetic, and ultimately, better people.https://linktr.ee/RecoveringFromReligionhttps://www.facebook.com/RecoveringfromReligionhttps://instagram.com/rfrorghttps://www.tiktok.com/@recoveringfromreligionhttps://bsky.app/profile/recoveringfromreligion.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/rfrorg
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