Is Religion a Flawed Play Style for Humans? (feat. TierZoo) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2020-05-10 | Is religion an advantageous play style spec'd into with evolution points? Is it a bug in the game? Could it be both?Here, we discuss the questions surrounding the evolution of religion: How did religion evolve? Did religion evolve? Are animals religious? With some help from TierZoo, as well as academics like Jonathan Haidt, Richard Dawkins and Daniel Dennett, I dive into competing hypotheses about the evolution of human religion. Primarily, I focus on Emile Durkheim's Adaptationism championed by Haidt, as well as Richard Dawkin's Memetics upheld by Dennett and Susan Blackmore. Where did religion come from? Hopefully this video will get you closer to the answer.A huge thanks to TierZoo for lending a hand! Subscribe to his channel here: youtube.com/channel/UCHsRtomD4twRf5WVHHk-cMw***CLICK HERE FOR A 30-DAY FREE TRIAL FROM AUDIBLE:***http://audibletrial.com/gmskeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkepticDiscord: discord.gg/b2tABbVPatreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Dunking on Creationism with Trey the Explainer (Livestream) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2024-01-29 | Trey the Explainer and I find out who was the bigger creationist growing up. We also talk about his religious upbringing, cryptids, LGBT historical figures, and more. Trey's channel:youtube.com/c/TREYtheExplainer
3 Christian Teachings That Made Me Leave the Church Genetically Modified Skeptic 2024-01-24 | My religious indoctrination backfired. It was meant to make me a lifelong Christian, but it lead me to question and leave the Evangelical church.Check out the sponsor:adameve.comUse code SKEPTIC for 50% Off 2 Items + Free Shipping in the US & Canada *some exclusions applySources on LGBT issues:nn4youth.org/lgbtq-homeless-youthnewportacademy.com/resources/mental-health/lgbt-suicide-rates-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesChapters:00:00 Intro01:00 Discernment04:54 Putting others before yourself08:31 Be in the world, not of it12:28 Why is the generation who raised us morally inconsistent?14:28 Outro/Health updateThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
“Religion is a great play style” | TierZoo on religion and science Genetically Modified Skeptic 2024-01-11 | I collabed with TierZoo in 2020 and the results were interesting for us both. TierZoo joins me to talk about religion, science, aliens, free will and more.Our original collab:youtu.be/SzQHT26FXJI?si=ri4hd16D2ib0Ys7wGMS video on the science of why people believe in god:youtu.be/YV53lOptdoc?si=oWak-TVqPby5uOcU-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesChapters:00:00 Intro00:48 How we met / Why collab with an atheist?10:43 TierZoo gets hate for working with me14:40 How Drew and Patch have changed their view of religion/atheism22:52 Can animals commune with the Devs?24:37 Would aliens have Christianity/religion?29:03 Why did Patch like my video about trauma motivating religious belief?38:10 Drew is not a gamer39:42 Patch’s science background48:10 Why grad school didn’t work for Patch and Drew58:00 Patch has questions for atheists01:12:42 A sneak peak of what’s coming up on TierZoo This video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Gen Z is MORE Muslim than Boomers here? Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-12-10 | Gen Z is more Muslim, Buddhist, and Hindu than Boomers in some countries. Generation Z is less Christian than previous generations, but not always less religious.Clip from my video: Surprising Statistics About Gen Z's Religious Views
Surprising Statistics About Gen Z’s Religious Views Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-12-03 | Generation Z is the least religious generation in history… Right? Not exactly. Dr. Ryan Burge and ISPOS have put together statistics on different generations and their religious views and they’re a huge surprise. Boomers are more religious than Gen Z in America, but less religious in Europe. The future of religion worldwide seems to be no religion and Islam.Articles featured:https://religioninpublic.blog/2023/04/03/gen-z-and-religion-in-2022/ipsos.com/en-us/two-global-religious-divides-geographic-and-generational-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesChapters:00:00 This video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
The 5th Horseman of Atheism is Christian Now (and I dont care) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-11-17 | Ayaan Hirsi Ali was a prominent atheist activist and spokesperson. Now she’s a Christian. Here’s why her conversion is interesting and why her supernatural beliefs are the least important part of this development.Ayaan’s original article: unherd.com/2023/11/why-i-am-now-a-christian-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesChapters:00:00 Ayaan: The 5th Horseman of Atheism01:37 Her article03:20 Atheist responses to Ayaan’s conversion04:47 Evangelical Christian responses05:17 Why her conversion isn’t a big change05:55 The ACTUAL interesting part of her conversion07:11 Why I don’t care if Ayaan is religiousThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Can You Be Religious AND a Skeptic? (Live with Dr. Justin Sledge) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-11-10 | Talking about the occult, skepticism, Gnosticism, and more with Dr. Justin Sledge of Esoterica
Cognitive Biases in the Bible (with Dr. Bart Ehrman) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-11-09 | The authors of the New Testament experienced cognitive bias like anyone else, and sometimes that shows in the text. Dr. Bart Ehrman joins me to discuss how attribution bias, fundamental attribution error, and confirmation bias influenced the writings of the apostle Paul, the Pastoral epistles, the New Testament canon, and biblical interpretation.Sign up for the Scribal Corruption of Scripture here: gmskeptic--ehrman.thrivecart.com/corruption-of-scripture My videos mentioned:“Do atheists exist?” This Christian’s insulting answeryoutu.be/JuMsC7dlBgs?si=VRQyvkJgAtUF1WXEThe Female Apostle that Christianity (Purposely) Forgot | Acts of Paul and Theclayoutu.be/SwohpJU1Tco?si=ByQPIkAke0WCpAu3-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesChapters:Intro 00:00Attribution bias in Romans 01:25Outgroup bias in the Gospel of John 05:12How scribes corrupted scripture 08:48Confirmation bias in determining which books are real scripture 12:36Confirmation bias in interpretation 18:12A verse AGAINST bias in the Bible 21:58This video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Ancient Christian Beliefs About Sex Were WILD Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-10-28 | Ancient Christians had WILD beliefs about sexuality and gender. Here’s 5 of them.Go to https://ground.news/skeptic to know where your information is coming from. Subscribe through my link and get 30% off unlimited access.Was Adam androgynous? What did the apostle Paul say about sex? What does Christianity say about gender roles? Was sex allowed in early Christianity? Here I discuss all of these issues, citing the writings of Paul, the Gospel of Thomas, the Gospel of Philip, Polemon the Stoic, Acts of Thecla, and more.Thank you to Dr. Bart Ehrman, Dr. Jennifer Knust, and Dr. Jeffrey Siker for speaking with me on this.Videos referenced:What the Bible Really Says About Sex and Gender (According to Scholars)youtu.be/-SWBxq7joWY?si=mGxAu4XirGyEdcqFThe Wild World of Ancient Christian Propagandayoutu.be/_TN7cQaf2vk?si=BS_zVfgU5tDt9AxPThe Female Apostle that Christianity (Purposely) Forgot | Acts of Paul and Theclayoutu.be/SwohpJU1Tco?si=ByQPIkAke0WCpAu3-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesChapters:The Celibate Priest/Intro 00:00Women are less perfect than men 02:26Christians should never have sex 09:14Androgyny: original and ideal state of humankind 13:19A radical way to keep chaste 19:07Bad theology leads to orgies 22:46This video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Being A “Nice Atheist” Is Annoying Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-10-14 | I’ve gotten some heat for things I’ve said about atheists expressing anger. Some think I’m too nice and others say I’m too harsh. So I thought I’d clarify my ideas on the subject.Videos referenced:Al Jazeera Did A Story About Me (Ex-Muslim and I Respond)youtu.be/Nb_y_frXXr8?si=YaBpPGeyhBCqd-WM“Do atheists exist?” This Christian’s insulting answeryoutu.be/JuMsC7dlBgs?si=BcLosi7mlxFmUtGXCreationist Kent Hovind Challenges Me, I Respondyoutu.be/GdyjN_zCO_M?si=GPcd95FaAICQQoXbWhy Christian Responses to Deconstruction Are So Predictableyoutu.be/Wa4UaieAWZA?si=09VSLiHLUar89vEV-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Does JJ McCullough Believe In God? Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-10-08 | JJ and I discuss religion, our videos, and more!
The Problem of Bigoted Christian PhDs Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-10-06 | Christian apologetics is full of people posing as authoritative academics. These men are not actually educated, but they give an illusion of credibility to Christian groups who hate non-believers.#apologetics #atheist
The Realization That Shattered My Faith Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-09-29 | Many religions have special features which make them spread. But they made me stop believing.Go to https://ground.news/skeptic to know where your information is coming from. Subscribe through my link before October 15 and get 30% off unlimited access. Discovering that religions evolve through a darwinian process made me question my faith. Religions are memeplexes shaped over long periods of time, and my Christianity was no different. Here’s a story from my deconstruction story which I haven’t discussed before. Regardless of whether you’re ex-Christian, atheist, or otherwise, understanding memetics is hugely valuable.I recommend Richard Dawkins’ The Selfish Gene and Susan Blackmore’s The Meme Machine to learn more about memes.-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Al Jazeera Did A Story About Me (Ex-Muslim and I Respond) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-09-19 | Al Jazeera English aired a story about atheist YouTubers in America and the picture they painted was very positive. The piece featured me, Seth Andrews of The Thinking Atheist, and Chrissy Stroop of Religion Dispatches.An additional part of the story of atheist activism is the work of ex-Muslim content creators like Apostate Aladdin. Here he and I respond to the story from AJ.Apostate Aladdin’s channelyoutube.com/@ApostateAladdin?si=xMDcKYcyCJva3OMZAlJazeera’s video:God and Atheism on YouTube | The Listening Postyoutu.be/ypkIq5FjskM?si=uA7IbfhQTn7qzQAs-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
How Christianity Could End (In America) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-09-12 | Christianity is declining in the United States. Could it meet its end in the next century?*** The first 100 people to use code SKEPTIC at the link below will get 60% off of Incogni: incogni.com/skeptic ***Americans are becoming less religious, and reliable sources like Pew Research predict that Christianity will be a minority in America by 2070. But is Christianity dying? Will Christianity disappear? Here I engage in some speculative futurism and describe 3 ways Christianity could end in the USA: Secularism overtakes Christianity, Other religions (primarily Islam and Hinduism) overtake Christianity, and Christianity transforms into a different religion.-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesSOURCES:Graphs of Christianity’s decline in America (and why it WON’T stop)youtu.be/bDf2U6iloW0?si=3drvLPbOktyhCRgpPew Research: Modeling the Future of Religion in Americapewresearch.org/religion/2022/09/13/modeling-the-future-of-religion-in-americaIs Religion Dying? Beyond Doubt: The Secularization of Society (Book review)youtu.be/RF2_FyCuBks?si=3bEwdOjnClITIBQzMr Beat’s Great Replacement videoyoutube.com/watch?v=pyUQP-R48ygPhilip Gorski “Civil religion”youtu.be/j6DO9AHYg28?si=nCkqZMRpl7lQs1RqPhilip Gorski “What’s replacing traditional religion?”youtu.be/rW89mJ8shMI?si=NlFr0nFPfNfJiXuCReligion for Breakfast’s American Civil Religion seriesyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLHsXddZFR9ANJNOtufGyy2skH18ngAKze&si=OG4cp43xylwgHwkBHuman Development Index Report 2021-22hdr.undp.org/system/files/documents/global-report-document/hdr2021-22pdf_1.pdfThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
What the Bible Really Says About Sex and Gender (According to Scholars) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-08-31 | Bible scholars say the Bible says this about sex and gender.Sign up for the New Insights into the New Testament Conference:gmskeptic--ehrman.thrivecart.com/nint2023Dr. Bart Ehrman, Jeffery Siker, Dan McClellan, and Jennifer Wright Knust come together to answer the question: What does the Bible say about sex and gender? We also discuss what scripture says about marriage, family, divorce, homosexuality, desire, and more. From Leviticus to Romans to Genesis to 1 Timothy, the Bible has a lot to say about these topics. Here, experts take on the challenge of unpacking it all.-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Can You See God and Still Be an Atheist? Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-08-25 | People who have had spiritual or religious experiences can still become atheists, because those experiences can be interpreted naturalistically. Stop making assumptions about atheists. Listen instead.
How many Americans think atheists are immoral? Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-08-21 | One religious group overwhelmingly thinks atheists can't be moral: Evangelical Christians. Most Americans disagree.Excerpt taken from my video: How Much Do Americans Dislike Atheists? (feat. Ryan Burge) youtu.be/xy4TJKMyreE
Creationist Makes Terrible Arguments on JRE (A Response) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-08-10 | Dr. Stephen Meyer argues for intelligent design, skeptics respond.Go to https://ground.news/skeptic to get the full side of every story. Subscribe through my link before September 1 and get 30% off unlimited access.Dr. Stephen Meyer of the Discovery Institute appeared on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast (episode #2008). He advocated for intelligent design and the historicity of the resurrection of Jesus, and in the process, made dubious claims about evolutionary biology and religious psychology. Jon Perry of Stated Clearly joins me to respond to Meyer’s claims.Listen to my conversation with Jon about this JRE episode: youtu.be/y39fTTh4zrIJon Perry’s YouTube Channels:Stated Clearly: youtube.com/@StatedClearlyStated Casually: youtube.com/@statedcasually-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/our-resourcesSOURCES:Stated Clearly animations about Genetic InformationPart 1: youtu.be/DlhpvcgK_28Part 2: youtu.be/G4VINRUe_o4Talk by Gerd Müller downloads.royalsociety.org//events/2016/11/evolutionary-biology/muller.mp32016 Meeting Website (with links to all talks) royalsociety.org/science-events-and-lectures/2016/11/evolutionary-biologyStudy on deconversion from Christianity https://dspace2.creighton.edu/xmlui/bitstream/handle/10504/64291/2011-21.pdf?sequence=1&isAllowed=y“Non-believers just want to sin” deconstructed:youtu.be/JuMsC7dlBgsDr. Elizabeth Loftus on memoryyoutu.be/4Ey7MBiDVH8Why Christian martyrs were executed by Rome youtu.be/sIjpx1ymRQ4My video on the psychology of god belief youtu.be/YV53lOptdocThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
How Conservative Christianity “Groomed” Us Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-07-26 | People seem more concerned about “grooming” than ever, but only in relation to LGBT groups. The reality is, the Christian church engages in more systematic manipulation of children than any other institution in the western world. Conservative Christianity intentionally shapes children’s views of sex, gender, and authority, using unethical means to do so. Here we explain how this is done.American Medical Association says conversion therapy doesn't work: ama-assn.org/system/files/conversion-therapy-issue-brief.pdfFounders of Exodus International apologize, disavow conversion therapyyoutu.be/aDiYeJ_bsQo-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
How Much Do Americans Dislike Atheists? (feat. Dr. Ryan Burge) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-07-14 | Social scientist Dr. Ryan Burge recently claimed that atheists are the most socially ostracized religious group in the United States in an article titled “Just How Much Do Americans Dislike Atheists?” Here we examine the data he used to come to that conclusion. Bias against atheists in the US is real, but it looks substantially different than other forms of prejudice which are more commonly discussed in our culture.Dr. Ryan Burge’s article:graphsaboutreligion.com/p/just-how-much-do-americans-dislikeMore information on atheophobia in the US: youtu.be/EuFtS1Mxumc-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Some Atheists... Believe in God? Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-07-05 | Apparently some people who believe in god identify as atheists. Graph by Dr. Ryan Burge from National Social Survey data
US States With the Most Atheists Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-07-03 | Which state in the USA has the most atheists and agnostics? It turns out its Oregon, Vermont, and New Hampshire. Graph by Dr. Ryan Burge with data from the National Social Survey#shorts
Satanism Expert Explains Modern Satanism in 6 Terms Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-06-28 | Dr. Joseph Laycock joins me to discuss 6 terms he used in his book about The Satanic Temple: Speak of the Devil. As the book says, TST is changing the way we think and talk about Satanism, and these terms help us understand how that is happening.Terms discussed:Non-supernaturalist religionReligious pluralismTherapeutic blasphemyCounter mythCulture jammingAppropriating the discourse of evilDr. Laycock’s work:sites.google.com/site/joelaycock-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareNon-sectarian Biblical Studies Courses by Dr. Bart Ehrman (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
The Man Who Found 30,000 Differences in the Bible (with Dr. Bart Ehrman) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-06-16 | The Man Who Found 30,000 Differences in the Bible (with Dr. Bart Ehrman)An Oxford Bible scholar named John Mill found over 30,000 variants in the extant Biblical manuscripts in 1707. His published work on this started a controversy that has lasted to this day. Christian apologists and non-sectarian scholars alike can thank Mill for the energy that his work added to their fields. Here New Testament scholar Dr. Bart Ehrman joins me to discuss this incredible story.Check out Dr. Ehrman’s latest course here: bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareDr. Bart Ehrman courses (affiliate link):bartehrman.com/gms-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Satanism expert reacts to Target is Satanic viral video Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-06-13 | Dr. Joseph Laycock reacts to a viral video of a Christian nationalist harassing a target employee with claims of “Satanic propaganda.”#shorts
Parents Do Exorcism On Gay Sons Bedroom Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-06-12 | #shorts Dr. Joseph Laycock explains why he thinks exorcism of LGBTQ people is becoming more popular than it was even in the Satanic Panic of the 1970s, 80s, and 90s.
Groomer Rhetoric Is Projection, Not Concern Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-06-11 | #shorts Dr. Joseph Laycock explains how the anti-LGBTQ "groomer" panic is "Projected Inversion." Full video here: youtu.be/SOgjikDdW90
Satanism Expert Reacts to Anti-LGBT “Satanic” Panic Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-06-09 | Dr. Joseph Laycock is a scholar of New Religious Movements and an expert on Satanism and the Satanic Panic of the 1970s, 80s, and 90s. Here he discusses the similarities between the Satanic Panic and the anti-LGBTQ moral panic we’re experiencing today. We discuss claims about Satanism from Fox News, MomsForLiberty, Target Pride artist Abprallen UK, and even Anthony Padilla. Check out Dr. Laycock’s work here: sites.google.com/site/joelaycock-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareDr Bart Ehrman courses (affiliate links):“Other Virgin Births”:ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-births/?affiliate=gmskeptic“The Unknown Gospels”ehrman.thrivecart.com/unknown-gospels/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Resurrection of Jesus Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-resurrection-of-jesus-really-happen-bart-ehrman-mike-licona-debate/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Christmas Story Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-christmas-story-really-happen-webinar/?affiliate=gmskeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usSources:ACLU is tracking 491 bills they’ve identified as anti-LGBTQ. Bills restrict healthcare, IDs, access to bathrooms, participation in sports, discussing gender in grade school, college classes discussing gender and intersectionalityaclu.org/legislative-attacks-on-lgbtq-rights?impact=Gender Identity Disparities in Criminal Victimization: National Crime Victimization Survey, 2017–2018” appears in the American Journal of Public Healthhttps://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/press/ncvs-trans-press-release/This video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.*
Matt Walsh and the Case for Destroying Someone’s Faith Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-05-26 | Matt Walsh is an excellent example of faith extending itself far beyond where it belongs. Does fighting religious bigotry like his (and the rest of the DailyWire) justify situational anti-theism? As a pluralist and atheist, I say yes.-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareDr Bart Ehrman courses (affiliate links):“Other Virgin Births”:ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-births/?affiliate=gmskeptic“The Unknown Gospels”ehrman.thrivecart.com/unknown-gospels/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Resurrection of Jesus Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-resurrection-of-jesus-really-happen-bart-ehrman-mike-licona-debate/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Christmas Story Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-christmas-story-really-happen-webinar/?affiliate=gmskeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usSource on trans minors:reuters.com/investigates/special-report/usa-transyouth-dataThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
What REALLY Happened at the Largest Satanic Gathering Ever Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-05-06 | Here we debunk the fake stories and reports about SatanCon 2023 in Boston. Conservative / right wing media like Fox News, the DailyWire, and figures like Ben Shapiro, Michael Knowles, Oli London, and Sean Feucht are exaggerating or lying about the convention and the Satanic Temple in general. Here Taylor and I correct the misinformation that has arisen since SatanCon happened. We focus on Chalice Blythe’s Bible tearing, Christian evangelists’ lies about making converts, Lucean Greaves’ interview on Fox News, and Oli London’s misrepresentation of Baphomet and trans issues.-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareDr Bart Ehrman courses (affiliate links):“Other Virgin Births”:ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-births/?affiliate=gmskeptic“The Unknown Gospels”ehrman.thrivecart.com/unknown-gospels/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Resurrection of Jesus Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-resurrection-of-jesus-really-happen-bart-ehrman-mike-licona-debate/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Christmas Story Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-christmas-story-really-happen-webinar/?affiliate=gmskeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usSource on trans minors:reuters.com/investigates/special-report/usa-transyouth-dataThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Ben Shapiro Catches Himself Agreeing with Satanism Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-04-24 | Ben Shaprio has a weird connection to the Church of Satan, founded by Anton LaVey. They’re not connected by affiliation or symbolism, but by their political principles (especially their fondness of Ayn Rand). In his response to the Sam Smith / Kim Petras Grammy’s performance, Shapiro spoke about Satanism’s foundation in Romantic era literature. He greatly misrepresented Percy Shelley and the Satan of the Romantics, and I think this was not only intentional, but necessary to maintain Shapiro and the DailyWire’s apparent distance from Satanism.-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareDr Bart Ehrman courses (affiliate links):“Other Virgin Births”:ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-births/?affiliate=gmskeptic“The Unknown Gospels”ehrman.thrivecart.com/unknown-gospels/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Resurrection of Jesus Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-resurrection-of-jesus-really-happen-bart-ehrman-mike-licona-debate/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Christmas Story Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-christmas-story-really-happen-webinar/?affiliate=gmskeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usSources:Shapiro’s video on Satanyoutu.be/PYdx02GMoK0Dailywire acquires Atlas Shruggedyoutu.be/mgSsnXU0RYYAnton LaVey’s Satanism is most similar to Objectivismchurchofsatan.com/satanism-and-objectivism/?ampAnton LaVey and Ayn Randcore.ac.uk/download/pdf/161976922.pdfPeter Gilmore on Church of Satan’s valueshttps://www.people.vcu.edu/~dbromley/churchofsatanLink.htmlThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
The Most “Sacred” Book In Satanism… Was Not What I Expected Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-04-09 | The Satanic Temple has one canonical book, and it is NOT the Satanic Bible by the Church of Satan’s Anton LaVey. Rather, TST has The Revolt of the Angels by Anatole France. In this satirical novel, fallen angels prepare for a second war for the heavens, where Satan would be appointed God. This book review explores what this story has to do with TST Satanism, Christianity, and religious deconstruction generally. Lucien Greaves chose very well, in my opinion.A huge thank you to Chalice Blythe and Dex Desjardins for joining me! See you at SatanCon 2023!Read Revolt of the Angels for free here: gutenberg.org/files/32596/32596-h/32596-h.htm-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareDr Bart Ehrman courses (affiliate links):“Other Virgin Births”:ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-births/?affiliate=gmskeptic“The Unknown Gospels”ehrman.thrivecart.com/unknown-gospels/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Resurrection of Jesus Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-resurrection-of-jesus-really-happen-bart-ehrman-mike-licona-debate/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Christmas Story Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-christmas-story-really-happen-webinar/?affiliate=gmskeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
How to Become Possessed by Demons (Detailed Instructions) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-03-24 | Ever wondered how you could become possessed? Here experts in the history of demonology, spirit possession and exorcism discuss the causes of demonic possession and much more. We talk Mesopotamian tradition, Jewish exorcism, Jesus casting out demons, The Exorcist movie, Satanism, political motives for witch hunts, Ed and Lorraine Warren, and how to become possessed.A huge thank you to Dr. Justin Sledge and Dr. Joseph Laycock for joining me!Dr. Justin Sledge’s channel:youtube.com/@TheEsotericaChannelDr. Joseph Laycock’s books: amazon.com/stores/author/B002I728MQ/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=ef3b4eb3-c829-40bc-92b1-0ca477331046&store_ref=ap_rdr&ref_=ap_rdr-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareDr Bart Ehrman courses (affiliate links):“Other Virgin Births”:ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-births/?affiliate=gmskeptic“The Unknown Gospels”ehrman.thrivecart.com/unknown-gospels/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Resurrection of Jesus Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-resurrection-of-jesus-really-happen-bart-ehrman-mike-licona-debate/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Christmas Story Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-christmas-story-really-happen-webinar/?affiliate=gmskeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Our Insanely Unethical Plan to Become Missionaries Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-03-09 | In 2015, while still attending a Christian university, we planned to become evangelical Christian missionaries. We’d move to Utah and aim to convert Mormons. How we planned to do this was extremely unethical. Missionary work is already ethically problematic, but when you add Christian counseling to the mix, things get even worse. We're happy to be ex-evangelical today.Taylor's channel: youtube.com/@theantibot2779More on our school’s ridiculous beliefs:Awful Things We Believed at My Evangelical Universityyoutu.be/CU-zJCvhz4IOur deconversion story: What was it like to leave Christianity as a married couple?youtu.be/f_6KjO96jH4-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareDr Bart Ehrman courses (affiliate links):“Other Virgin Births”:ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-births/?affiliate=gmskeptic“The Unknown Gospels”ehrman.thrivecart.com/unknown-gospels/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Resurrection of Jesus Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-resurrection-of-jesus-really-happen-bart-ehrman-mike-licona-debate/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Christmas Story Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-christmas-story-really-happen-webinar/?affiliate=gmskeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Satan Is Becoming More Popular Than God. Heres Why Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-02-24 | Satan is exploding in popularity lately. Between Sam Smith and Kim Petras at the Grammys, Lil Nas X’s Montero video, and Little Demon on FX, it seems like the devil is becoming more popular than God in pop culture. Ben Shapiro, Fox News, Allie B Stuckey and others suggest that real evil forces are to blame. Others think a rise in the Romantic Era view of Satan is responsible. I think there’s more to the story.This is a discussion of Satan and Christ as symbols, not a promotion of Satanism, The Satanic Temple or any particular organization. -------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareDr Bart Ehrman courses (affiliate links):“Other Virgin Births”:ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-births/?affiliate=gmskeptic“The Unknown Gospels”ehrman.thrivecart.com/unknown-gospels/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Resurrection of Jesus Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-resurrection-of-jesus-really-happen-bart-ehrman-mike-licona-debate/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Christmas Story Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-christmas-story-really-happen-webinar/?affiliate=gmskeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic—---------------------------------------SOURCES—----------------------------------In order of use:youtu.be/PYdx02GMoK0amp.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/aug/30/lakewood-church-joel-osteen-hurricane-harveynytimes.com/2020/12/05/us/carl-lentz-hillsong-pastor.htmlaljazeera.com/amp/news/2021/10/5/awful-truth-child-sex-abuse-in-the-catholic-churchnytimes.com/2020/02/19/us/pennsylvania-church-sexual-abuse-victims.htmlnpr.org/2022/07/25/1113498723/pope-francis-apology-canada-residential-schools-indigenous-childrenhoustonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/religion/article/southern-baptist-convention-sex-abuse-report-17192138.phpnbcnews.com/tech/internet/boston-childrens-hospital-warns-employees-far-right-online-harassment-rcna43376rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/trans-health-care-disrupted-right-wing-harassment-1234600910/ampnbcnews.com/tech/internet/fbi-charges-massachusetts-woman-boston-childrens-hospital-bomb-threat-rcna47973-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
A STRANGE Reason The Bible Has 4 Gospels Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-02-04 | In "Against Heresies," Irenaeus made the very first written argument for why there should be four gospels in the Biblical canon. I don't think it was very good. #shorts
How to Make Someone Believe in God (According to Science) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-01-27 | According to sociological and anthropological research, there are more effective ways to convince someone to believe in god than making arguments. Religious apologetics are demonstrably less effective than other forms of social influence like Credibility Enhancing Displays or trauma. Here I present the work of Dr. Joseph Henrich to teach you how to most effectively make converts.Playlist that dives deeper into this subject (Religion for Breakfast vids):youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtKEY3VVqAWZ8P9e0UuQRSXatRwNZgPtL-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_shareDr Bart Ehrman courses (affiliate links):“Other Virgin Births”:ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-births/?affiliate=gmskeptic“The Unknown Gospels”ehrman.thrivecart.com/unknown-gospels/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Resurrection of Jesus Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-resurrection-of-jesus-really-happen-bart-ehrman-mike-licona-debate/?affiliate=gmskeptic“Did the Christmas Story Really Happen?”bartehrman.com/did-the-christmas-story-really-happen-webinar/?affiliate=gmskeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic—---------------------------------------SOURCES—----------------------------------Playlist that dives deeper into this subject:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtKEY3VVqAWZ8P9e0UuQRSXatRwNZgPtLResearch on CREDspureadmin.qub.ac.uk/ws/portalfiles/portal/17250565/LanmanBuhrmesterCREDsFinal.pdfWar predicts religiosityhttps://henrich.fas.harvard.edu/files/henrich/files/henrich_et_al-2019-nature_human_behaviour.pdf-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
The 8 Types of Atheists in American Culture Genetically Modified Skeptic 2023-01-18 | “Atheism isn’t an identity” some say. In American culture, though, I believe it can be. Here I cover 8 kinds of atheists that exist in American culture, describing their unique features as well as their similarities. The types are Ex-Jehovah’s Witness, Ex-Fundamentalist, Ex-Muslim, Ex-Evangelical / Exvangelical, Ex-Mormon, Atheistic Pagan / Atheopagan, Sentientist / Ethical Vegan, and Atheistic Satanist (The Satanic Temple)Thank you to JJ McCullough for the illustrations!JJ’s 35 Tribes video: youtu.be/sWB7oe0TSyMApostate Aladdin’s channel: youtube.com/@ApostateAladdin-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_share-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
How to Go to Hell in Every Religion (Detailed Instructions) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2022-12-22 | Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism all have their own versions of hell. Here’s how you can go to hell in all of them.Dr. Bart Ehrman, Dr. Natasha Mikles, Filip Holm, and Dr. Justin Sledge, all scholars and educators in the field of religious studies, joined me to help me find out how many hells I’m going to. Follow their instructions and you’ll be going to hell in every religion.Check out Dr. Bart Ehrman’s “Other Virgin Births” course here:gmskeptic--ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-birthsgmskeptic--ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-birthsgmskeptic--ehrman.thrivecart.com/other-virgin-birthsDr. Natasha Mikles work on RfB: youtu.be/xKWmMLlSPsMFilip on Let’s Talk Religion: youtube.com/@LetsTalkReligionDr. Sledge on Esoterica: youtube.com/@TheEsotericaChannel-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_share-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
3 Arguments for God That Are NOT About God Genetically Modified Skeptic 2022-12-15 | Some arguments for god are appealing not because of their conclusions, but because of their premises. What makes those premises so enticing? It’s what they imply about us. The argument from fine-tuning, the argument from morality, and the argument from consciousness all depend on flattering assumptions about humanity.Christian apologists like Frank Turek and Greg Koukl often present these arguments in emotionally charged ways. In order to see these arguments more rationally, we must acknowledge the emotional appeal of religious apologetics.TRY GROUND NEWS:Before December 20th get 35% off their top subscriptions and unlimited access for just $2 a monthhttps://ground.news/skeptichttps://ground.news/skeptichttps://ground.news/skepticThe most OP argument for (defending) Godyoutu.be/gf2hUJTFS9IThe Emotional Dog and Its Rational Tailmotherjones.com/files/emotional_dog_and_rational_tail.pdf-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_share-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Surprising Maps and Graphs About Religion (US and Worldwide) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2022-11-25 | Social scientist Dr. Ryan Burge makes fascinating maps and graphs about religion and politics in America and worldwide. Here I examine his work on several topics: states where atheists are banned from public office, the largest religions in America, non-Christians who identify as Evangelical, how many Muslims are in America, GDP and religion, and more.This like JackSucksAtGeography or Drew Durnil but about religion and with scholarly sources.Previous maps and graphs video: youtu.be/zsmsHfOJGC4Sources:docs.google.com/document/d/1GnHDo__cAlOBdYEgisN2QGE_nJLMw5xOI90bgrof9Mg/edit?usp=sharingRyan Burge on twitter: twitter.com/ryanburge?s=21Religiolog on Russian propaganda about “satanism”: youtu.be/NPvK0LIbxYQ-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_share-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
Arguments for God are NOT important. Heres why (feat. Cosmic Skeptic) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2022-11-11 | Arguments for the existence of God are a point of endless discussion among atheist and religious figures alike. Within religious communities themselves, though, it’s a different story. Although I discussed these arguments in my arguments for god’s existence tier list and many other videos, I don’t think people actually believe in God because of the kalam cosmological argument, the teleological argument, the moral argument, the ontological argument, etc.Here I discuss the 3B model of religious identity, speak with Alex O’Connor of Cosmic Skeptic, and comment on the utility of debating Christian apologists like William Lane Craig.Cosmic Skeptic:youtube.com/c/CosmicSkepticReligion for Breakfast video I mentioned: youtu.be/Tj9uTOer4C4-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_share-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
American Atheist Reacts to Soviet Atheist Propaganda Genetically Modified Skeptic 2022-10-30 | The Soviet Union’s League of the Militant Godless produced an absurd amount of propaganda pushing anti-theism, militant atheism, and their Godless Five Year Plan. I cover USSR propaganda from the eras of Lenin and Stalin (1920s - 1930s), Khrushchev and Brezhnev (1950s - 1960s), and Gorbachev (1980s).Watch Religiolog’s History of Soviet Atheism series: youtube.com/watch?v=E3bwQ956V1E&list=PL0ch9d30hFxYcMJ99YOdJ1nxhjG0V1ikYAlex’s channel:youtube.com/channel/UCykq7mR4sYvoWGckYAhchKwReligiolog Patreon:patreon.com/4religiolog-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkepticEquipment to help the channel: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_share-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
The Woman Who Escaped Hell | Christian Horror Stories Genetically Modified Skeptic 2022-10-24 | In the Acts of Thomas, a woman is murdered and is taken on a guided tour of hell. This long predates Dante's Inferno, and features Jesus' twin brother Didymus Judas Thomas. #shorts
The Resurrection of Simon Magus | Christian Horror Stories Genetically Modified Skeptic 2022-10-21 | Legend says that the dark magician and rival of the apostles, Simon Magus, fooled many into worshiping him. Peter and Paul were able to resist him, but Emperor Nero fell for his greatest trick: raising himself from the dead.This story is found The Acts of Peter and Paul#shorts
Zombies in the Bible | Christian Horror Stories Genetically Modified Skeptic 2022-10-19 | Matthew 27:50-53 tells a chilling tale of supernatural darkness, destruction, and reanimated corpses accompanying Jesus' crucifixion. I thought I'd breathe some life into this unique and contentious passage. #shorts
Graphs of Christianity’s decline in America (and why it WON’T stop) Genetically Modified Skeptic 2022-10-09 | Pew Research released an article in September 2022 called “Modeling the future of religion in America.” It discusses how Christianity is declining and will continue to decline for the next 50 years. In 2070, Christians will be a minority in the US. Is Christianity dying? Will Chistianity make a comeback? When will the non-religious outnumber Christians? I discuss all of that here by looking at the graphs from the study.pewresearch.org/religion/2022/09/13/modeling-the-future-of-religion-in-americaIf you liked this video, check out Maps and Graphs About Religion in America (That You Need to See)youtu.be/zsmsHfOJGC4Amazon wish list: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AXW6872WR436?ref_=wl_share-------------------------------------------SUPPORT-------------------------------------------Patreon: patreon.com/GeneticallyModifiedSkepticPayPal: paypal.me/GMSkeptic-------------------------------------------FOLLOW-------------------------------------------Twitter: twitter.com/gm_skepticFacebook: facebook.com/GMSkeptic-------------------------Resources for atheists in need-------------------------Find a Secular Therapist: seculartherapy.orgRecovering from Religion helps connect those who are leaving or have left their religion with support, resources and community: recoveringfromreligion.org/#rfr-welcomeResources for Ex-Mu’s: exmuslims.org/join-usThis video contains 100% therapeutic grade skepticism.**This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA
that time i went to Ark Encounter just to shitpost Genetically Modified Skeptic 2022-09-30 | they had beans #shorts Full Ark Encounter video here:youtube.com/watch?v=q4SaMJdfE8Y
