Chris Stedman: Faitheist
Nigerian atheist’s case isn’t just about religion
By Chris Stedman — July 23, 2014
Nigerian atheist Mubarak Bala, who was forcibly hospitalized, is still at risk—and the intersection of political religion and colonial-era laws is to blame.
Atheists are disliked — but new data shows interfaith dialogue can help
By Chris Stedman — July 21, 2014
Atheists are rightfully concerned about stigma. Pew's latest poll is evidence that we've got some ground to cover before we're socially accepted—and we should consider interfaith dialogue as a means of doing so.
From fundamentalist to ‘faitheist’: Meet Sarah Jones
By Chris Stedman — July 17, 2014
We speak with Sarah Jones, who will be guest writing for Chris Stedman over the next two weeks, about feminism, atheism, and why she calls herself a 'faitheist.'
Why atheists (and everyone) should leave psychoanalysis out of their disagreements
By Chris Stedman — July 15, 2014
Vlad Chituc explains why atheists—and all people—should avoid psychoanalyzing those who do not share their perspective.
How anti-atheist stigma affects the mental health of American nontheists
By Chris Stedman — July 14, 2014
'Atheists in America' editor Melanie Brewster tells RNS how anti-atheist bias impacts the mental health of atheists and explains why she wanted to be sure her new book "was not another tale of the ‘upper middle class straight white man’ leaving his faith.”
The top 5 atheist anthems: The Flaming Lips, Björk, Portugal. The Man
By Chris Stedman — July 11, 2014
What are your favorite atheist songs? Here are our top 5, including songs from John Grant and Bill Callahan.
The top 10 atheist anthems: The Mountain Goats, Angel Haze, Owen Pallett
By Chris Stedman — July 11, 2014
Which musician said his award-winning album was about his "own personal viewpoint on atheism"? Check out the first part of our list of the top 10 atheist anthems, including songs from Quiet Company and The Ballet.
The best atheist songs, part 2: Iron & Wine, Vampire Weekend, The Antlers
By Chris Stedman — July 10, 2014
Did you know that Iron & Wine's Samuel Beam is an agnostic, or that all three members of Nada Surf are atheists? Here's part two of our list of the best atheist songs, including tracks by The Antlers, Spiritualized, and Vampire Weekend.
The best atheist songs, part 1: Marina and the Diamonds, Grizzly Bear, Garbage
By Chris Stedman — July 10, 2014
Looking for some atheist anthems for your summer road trip playlist? Here's part one of our list of the best nontheistic songs, including tracks from St. Vincent, Grizzly Bear, and eels.
Can atheist and theist family members get along?
By Chris Stedman — July 3, 2014
'Understanding an Atheist' author Kevin Davis shares his advice for atheists and theists struggling to relate to family members with different beliefs.
Galen Guengerich: Even atheists need a religious community
By Chris Stedman — July 2, 2014
Rev. Galen Guengerich, author of the new book 'God Revised: How Religion Must Evolve in a Scientific Age', tells RNS that religion must evolve—and that nontheists should embrace it.
Hemant Mehta on challenging anti-atheist stigma and why he raised money for churches
By Chris Stedman — June 27, 2014
One of the world's leading atheist bloggers tells RNS about his religious childhood, how his family and friends have responded to his activism, why he’s led efforts to raise money for churches, and how atheists can challenge anti-atheist bias.
Hemant Mehta on eight years of atheism writing, pro-life atheists, and catching up with Christians
By Chris Stedman — June 26, 2014
One of the world's most popular atheist bloggers tells RNS what he’s learned by writing about the nontheist movement for eight years and how it has grown, the challenge of pro-life atheists, and why atheists need to catch up to Christians in charitable giving.
12 atheist books you may have overlooked: Part 2
By Chris Stedman — June 18, 2014
A critical look at race and atheism. An answer to the question, "Why was I born?" An atheist response to "day-to-day unhappiness." Here are six more atheist books you may have overlooked.
12 atheist books you may have overlooked: Part 1
By Chris Stedman — June 17, 2014
Looking for some nonreligious books to add to your summer reading list? Want some recommendations beyond the “new atheist” bestsellers? Here are some you may have overlooked.
