Rich Lyons recently came out of 20+ years worth of religious indoctrination and abuse trying to find out who he was and what life was all about. Now he's sharing his journey with you.
Deanna and Rich host Marie D’elephant of the Everyone’s Agnostic Podcast. Marie tells about her 12 year deconversion process as she left a fundamental Christian religion to become a freethinker. Her story will inspire you and challenge you to reach deeper within yourself to discover who you really are.
Left at the Valley is a uniquely funny podcast that uses off-the-cuff humor to land important points about living life as an atheist in a land that is not atheist friendly. We met them through podcasting and would love to introduce this energetic group to our listeners. They are not your average atheist podcast. They … Continue reading Left at the Valley
Deanna Joy connects with Rissy Alexa Lennex-McCool and Aiden Lennex-McCool for a unique episode of LAF. A crossover with The Cis are Getting Out of Hand!
Rich and Deanna Joy are joined by Jerry Dewitt and together they form the After Faith Network – bringing together the assets of Hope After Faith, and Living After Faith. In this episode, you’ll learn about new shows you can enjoy, and new programming to listen to. Join us as we launch our most ambitious … Continue reading Introducing the After Faith Network with Jerry Dewitt
Our January 1 episode is already recorded and edited, awaiting its official release. In that episode we announce a whole new experience in LAF.
Deanna Joy and Rich talk about going home for the holidays, why Rich ignores Christmas, movies to watch, rant about unequal labor and family pressure, discuss controversial media, and have an accidental therapy session.
Deanna and Ami talk about a little of everything, from IUDs to bad drivers — from Neil deGrasse Tyson to Michael Cohen, and miles in between. Content Note: Periods and Sexual Assault. Secular Soup
Steve Shives joins us for a long conversation about politics, Star Trek, atheism, YouTube, and more. He’s also a Managing Partner for the Normalize Atheism Campaign Find his great videos here: https://www.youtube.com/SteveShives You can support him on Patreon He’s on Ensign’s Log & Late Seating
Dustin Williams of the Atheist Nomads podcast joins us for the first time since 2011. We catch up with Dustin as a non-believer, a husband, a dad, and a podcaster.
You’ve heard a lot about her, now hear from her directly! Marissa talks about podcasting, GCS, and she tells the epic coming out story that ends with “Fuck you!” Find her work at http://rismccool.com/
In this episode Deanna and Rich talk with Nathan Dickey of A Leap of Doubt Podcast. Nathan was in training to become a professional Christian Apologist when he reasoned his way out of the faith. Join him as he recounts his journey, and discusses depression and suicidal ideation. CN: Depression and suicide
Ami was raised Mormon and as an adult left the church, lost a bad marriage, and has become an atheist activist.
Deanna and Rich talk with long-time Facebook friend and LAFer Rebecca Murphy about her entrapment in a cult, and how she got out. This is an old-school interview episode with lots of feels.
(CN: spoilers are discussed) We watched a couple of movies that stirred up some feelings about the human condition and the state of the world: Black Panther and Wonder Woman. Sometimes the things that give us so much hope and make us feel motivated to see the good in the world also contrast with the … Continue reading Fighting the Darkness Like Superheroes- Episode 88
Thomas Westbrook is a podcaster, content creator, and activist who is currently raising money for Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests on GoFundMe. (CN: discussion of child abuse) Here are links to find him: The Here and How Podcast Holy Koolaid Holy Koolaid on Youtube
We’re here to bring you an extra special crossover episode in support of Marissa Alexa Lennox-Mccool. She is a podcaster, author, performer, speaker, and an LGBT rights and atheist activist. She co-founded the Trans Podcaster Visibility Network, she is the host of the podcasts The Inciting Incident and The Cis Are Getting Out of Hand, … Continue reading Marissa Alexa Lennox-McCool is getting a Science Vagina – Episode 86
Rich and Deanna get stoned and converse about cannabis in a lighthearted but informative way.
Sometimes we can’t live with social media, and we can’t live without it. In this episode, Rich and Deanna Joy discuss their strategies for living with and in many cases, on, social media. We would like to hear from you! Leave us a comment!
Rich and Deanna share some techniques they use to escape from the harsh realities of the world.
Back in the early days of Skype, we spoke with YouTuber Stephen James, who did an especially good take down of the Christian YouTube sensation of that day. We also announce our new sponsorship in this episode. Living After Faith is now sponsored by Tellectual Press! We’ll tell you more about them and how this … Continue reading Skepicktok with Stephen James – Episode 82
We were so excited to finally get to do a trans-Atlantic (or “across the pond”) interview with our friend, Bethany Turner! We learned a bunch and had an awful lot of fun. Bethany is the creator of the Eon’s World webcomic, loves dogs, and is smart as hell.
We have a wonderful conversation with Joshua Richards of the JRR Talking Podcast. He is a former minister, former addict, and now he’s Living After Faith. JRR Talking
Content Note/Trigger Warning: We discuss sexual assault, emotional abuse, bullying, PTSD, and suicidal thoughts. We figured we should probably talk frankly about our mental health and life challenges that led us to go on podcast hiatus. Deanna Joy discusses a lot of the things she has been through in recent years in detail, hence the … Continue reading All The Content Warnings – Episode 79
Here it is: Our first official announcement of our return to podcasting. This special crossover episode was one of the most fun we’ve ever done. I didn’t think we could alternately laugh so much and have serious conversation all in the same session. We’re eternally grateful to Amy with a Y and Ami with an … Continue reading Secular Soup Crossover – Episode 78
Way back in 2013-ish we had the good fortune of speaking with PZ Myers in our studio in Seattle. Even back then, we thought maybe we were being a little too cynical about the direction of the atheist movement but when we look back now, I feel like we were still so innocent. Such a … Continue reading Sweet Summer Children With PZ Myers – Episode 77
We thought we were pretty knowledgeable about many of the branches of organized religions, but Ed Suominen absolutely blew our minds with his story. Content note: There’s talk of some pretty intense practices, death, abusive reproduction control among other things. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laestadianism
Way back a million years ago (okay, five), we were invited to speak with the Sudbury Humanist Association via Skype. We had tons of fun and hope you enjoy this trip in a time machine that only travels in one direction.
We recently traveled to New Orleans for a wedding and while we were there we met up with a couple of old friends. You get this special two-part extra long show! Jerry DeWitt has been on LAF a couple of times. We recorded on the beach with our iPhones at sunset. The weather was beautiful … Continue reading Visiting Old Friends in NOLA – Episode 74
In 2012, our good friend Meemo wrote a blog post for us. It told the story of growing up in Rich’s Pentecostal church and the hardship it is to suppress who you are in order to conform to an outward fundamentalist ideal. We sat down together for a conversation to catch up with Meemo to … Continue reading Catching Up With Meemo – Episode 73
After the world’s longest podcast hiatus (which we will explain later) we have a new episode, and a new direction. Get ready to LAF with us again! Do you remember when we first talked with Shelley Segal in 2013? She has done so much and soared so high since then. She has produced three more … Continue reading We’re Back! Starring Shelley Segal – Episode 72
Dr. Marlene Winell joins us for a discussion of Religious Trauma Syndrome and PTSD. Valerie Tarico’s interview with Dr. Winnell. Journey Free Dr. Marlene Winnell’s
The most intense thing you will listen to, maybe ever. Kevin Byrne told us his story in episode 21, and he’s the rock band behind our theme music, Rose Cross. Rich recently shared some audio files of his preaching with Kevin, and Morrison’s Prophecy released this version on a new album. TRIGGER WARNING! The episode … Continue reading The Intensity of Rose Cross – Episode 70
Paul Case, President of Seattle Skeptics, joins us to tell the story of how he debunked a tongue-talker. Seattle Skeptics Seattle Atheists
Daniel Dennett LAFs with us! One of the Four Horsemen of the anti-apocalypse, Daniel Dennett is the author of many books, including Breaking The Spell, which is a must-read for anyone leaving religion. His latest book, Intuition Pumps and Other Tools for Thinking is available now. Special thanks to Sarah Morehead with Recovering From Religion for … Continue reading Daniel Dennett – Episode 68
David G. McAfee, author of Mom, Dad, I’m an Atheist, joins us for a lively discussion of coming out. http://DavidGMcafee.wordpress.com/ Disproving Christianity and Other Secular Writings Excerpt from the book here: Morality vs Worship
We speak with Seth Andrews, Host of The Thinking Atheist. His new book is out, and you can hear about it here. Deconverted: A Journey From Religion to Reason The Thinking Atheist Podcast The Story of Susie The Thinking Atheist website The Thinking Atheist on Facebook
Alison Rose left the Catholic Church and now writes a sex-positive blog. Coming up Rose – Allison’s blog
We spoke to Desiree Schell, host of the Skeptically Speaking radio show, and Rebecca Watson, fearless leader of Skepchick.org and co-host of the Skeptic’s Guide to the Universe, about skepticism and critical thinking. We focused on how religion can often keep us from examining claims critically, and how freeing (and fun!) it is to learn … Continue reading Skepticism – Episode 64
LAF returns with our worst, and possibly best episode ever? Thanks to everyone who has supported us through our time off. The episode we release tomorrow is rough. People who have heard our other episodes will hear a lifeless chill in my voice. Only in listening back to it did I realize how dead I … Continue reading – LAF Returns – Episode 63
Ari Mandel tells of his escape from one of the strictest Jewish communities in America. http://www.scribd.com/rlitzlon/d/93192819-Stadium-Seating-for-Internet-Morals-WSJ-comhttps://www.facebook.com/events/320642868009045/328043400602325/?notif_t=plan_mall_activity http://www.nytimes.com/2012/05/10/nyregion/ultra-orthodox-jews-shun-their-own-for-reporting-child-sexual-abuse.html?_r=4&pagewanted=allhttp://heathenhassid.blogspot.com/2011/07/it-gets-besser.html
We met Shelley Segal in Washington, D. C. at the American Atheist Convention, and learned what a wonderful person she is, besides her great singing and song writing. In this episode, we meet Shelley, the former Jew, and find out where those passionate lyrics come from. You’ll also get to hear 3 of Shelley’s songs … Continue reading Shelley Segal Sings – Episode 61
Libbie Grant joins us to interview Mark Palmer, President of the Humanists of Florida Association. Mark is a former Mormon, as is Libbie. **Update** Libbie’s Mormon loss-of-faith thriller, Baptism For The Dead, is now available if you’d like to read it! This link will get you the book in any format you want. It’s also available … Continue reading Mormon Exodus – Episode 60
Our good friend Dr. Darrel Ray joins us to introduce a new project. The Therapist Project. The Therapist Project
The Ask an Atheist crew joins us for an interview with Teresa Macbain and Jerry DeWitt. The Clergy Project Recovering From Religion Ask An Atheist
We went to the Reason Rally Afterparty sponsored by the Black Atheists. It was an amazing evening. The headliner was Greydon Square. We bring you an interview, and some of his music. Greydon on Reverbnation Greydon at Bandcamp
Deanna says you’ll need a tissue before this one is over. At the American Atheist Convention, Rich sat on a panel of former preachers who answered questions. But it’s what happened AFTER the panel that is world changing. Lynn, The Agnostic Pastor The Clergy Project American Atheists
Jerry Dewitt brought the house down at the American Atheists Convention.
Richard Dawkins addresses the American Atheist Convention.
We give you a preview of the Reason Rally, and the American Atheists Convention in Washington, D. C. Our guests include David Silverman, Greta Christina, Nate Phelps, Sarah Morehead, and Mandisa Lateefah Thomas. We’ll have daily episodes of the best of the Reason Rally and the Convention, with lots of interviews. Come LAF with us! … Continue reading Reason Rally Preview – Episode 52
Today we speak with a man whose love for his friends started a chain of events that led him away from religion, and into reason. Robert Parham has a butter-smooth southern accent, and a mellow delivery that belies the heartbreak in his story. We noticed some audio glitches on this file. If you downloaded it … Continue reading Compassion Beats Faith – Episode 51 Robert Parham
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