Chris Stedman: Faitheist
Giving Humanism a voice: An interview with Stephen Fry
By Chris Stedman — April 15, 2014
Acclaimed actor, comedian, author, and activist Stephen Fry speaks with RNS about why he decided to narrate a new video series for the British Humanist Association and how Humanism informs his approach to life.
Religious atheists? Maria Greene on Unitarian Universalist Humanists
By Chris Stedman — April 10, 2014
Atheists and Humanists have long been involved in Unitarian Universalism. But the idea of religious atheists is controversial among many atheists. Maria Greene of the Unitarian Universalist Humanist Association speaks with RNS.
On race and atheism: An interview with Anthony Pinn
By Chris Stedman — April 1, 2014
Dr. Anthony B. Pinn speaks with RNS about his new book and how atheists can get better at talking about the intersections of race, ethnicity, and nontheism.
Why is this Muslim author advocating for atheists?
By Chris Stedman — March 26, 2014
Qasim Rashid is a Muslim who frequently advocates for atheists—surprising some theists and atheists alike. He talks with RNS about his advocacy, his book, and more.
Author Katie Heaney on friendship, feminism, and lessons learned from not dating
By Chris Stedman — March 19, 2014
Author Katie Heaney talks with RNS about her beliefs, her book, the value of friendship, feminism among atheists, agnostics, and the nonreligious, and what she's learned from being single her entire life (so far).
Nick Sagan on ‘Cosmos,’ Carl, and his “strange childhood”
By Chris Stedman — March 16, 2014
Carl Sagan's son Nick talks with RNS about his father's impact, memories from his "strange" and "surreal" childhood, the new "Cosmos," and what it was like to record a greeting for potential extraterrestrials at six years old.
Atheists can be homophobic and sexist, too
By Chris Stedman — March 10, 2014
The rights of women and LGBTQ people have been a big topic of discussion in the atheist blogosphere recently—with some asking whether or not homophobic or sexist atheists actually exist.
Our place in the ‘Cosmos’: Carl Sagan’s Humanism in 5 quotes
By Chris Stedman — March 9, 2014
Carl Sagan is widely credited with inspiring a generation of scientists. But Sagan's humanistic words and actions also inspired many others. Here are five of his most compelling quotes.
‘Cosmos’ and Carl Sagan’s legacy: An interview with SETI Sagan Center Director David Morrison
By Chris Stedman — March 6, 2014
David Morrison, Carl Sagan's first doctoral student and current Director of the Carl Sagan Center at the SETI Institute, speaks with RNS about Sagan's legacy, what it was like to be one of Sagan’s students, the “Cosmos” reboot, and more.
Frans de Waal on Ken Ham, Richard Dawkins, and morality without religion
By Chris Stedman — February 28, 2014
Dutch primatologist Frans de Waal speaks with RNS about the Bill Nye and Ken Ham creationism debate, "selfish genes," and what humanists can learn from religion.
As Arizona debates LGBTQ rights, American Atheists prepares for CPAC
By Chris Stedman — February 26, 2014
Despite being disallowed from having a booth, American Atheists has pledged to attend CPAC, citing a desire to bring politically conservative atheists into their organization. Does this align with their pro-LGBTQ statements?
5 reasons atheists shouldn’t call religion a mental illness
By Chris Stedman — February 24, 2014
A number of prominent atheists have equated religion with mental illness. Here are five reasons atheists should avoid this problematic parallel.
Santeria, Scientology, Satanism — oh my! Atheist author explores minority religions
By Chris Stedman — February 20, 2014
How much do you know about Santeria, Scientology, or Satanism? Atheist author Dr. Karen Stollznow tells RNS why all people, religious and nonreligious alike, need to learn about minority religions.
Can atheists and theists intermarry? A Valentine’s Day question for Susan Katz Miller
By Chris Stedman — February 12, 2014
The very idea of marrying across religious lines presents a challenge to many atheists, agnostics, and nonreligious people—with some suggesting that atheists and theists may seriously struggle in dating, marrying, or raising children together. 'Being Both' author Susan Katz Miller shares her thoughts.
Interview: Agnostic filmmaker Morgan Spurlock goes ‘Inside’ Sunday Assembly
By Chris Stedman — February 8, 2014
Morgan Spurlock of 'Super Size Me' and 'Inside Man' speaks with RNS about his agnosticism and why he is hosting Nashville's "godless congregation" Sunday Assembly affiliate.
