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The Preaching Humanist

The Preaching Humanist

著者： Atheist Community of Austin
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 The Preaching Humanist show is about
  • Promoting positive atheist culture and secular humanism as healthy alternatives to outdated, supernatural beliefs
  • Normalizing atheism by putting a human face on that which is being demonized
  • Informing atheists that visibility and awareness are the keys to acceptance in a very Christian culture
  • Defending the First Amendment principle of the separation of government and religion
  • Giving answers to questioning and doubting believers

No god is required to live a life of love, joy, peace, fulfillment, meaning, and purpose! Sharing, caring, compassion, helping others to use reason, and our innate desire to be social and inquisitive are built into our nature.2025
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  • The Preaching Humanist 06.37 Keeping Peace in the Secular World LOST EPISODE!

    The Preaching Humanist 06.37 Keeping Peace in the Secular World LOST EPISODE!
    2025/10/10
    Keeping Peace in the Secular World | The Preaching Humanist 06.37

    In this insightful episode, host David Oliverio of The Preaching Humanist discusses the critical need for unity and peace within the atheist and secular humanist communities. Drawing inspiration from the concept of "ecumenism" in Christianity—the effort to promote unity despite differing denominations—Oliverio urges secular movements to follow a similar path: to "major on the majors" and minimize differences. Episode Summary David Oliverio tackles the phenomenon of internal conflict and strife within secular communities, often caused by focusing on slight variations or "frivolous topics". He argues that when groups concentrate on minor nuances, the probability of internal conflict and splits increases. The core message is that all non-believers are on the same team, and focusing on positive major agreements is far more productive than debating subtle differences. The episode concludes by outlining practical steps—like exercising diplomacy and openness—needed to foster healthy relationships and project a united front to the world. Key Topics Discussed The Call for Secular Ecumenism:
    • The concept of ecumenism promotes unity among different Christian churches by encouraging them to focus on shared major beliefs rather than minor differences.
    • Oliverio advocates for this approach in the atheist and secular humanist communities, recognizing that no two people or philosophies agree 100% on everything.
    Frivolous Sources of Conflict: Oliverio identifies specific arguments that cause conflict and division, which he views as unnecessary distractions:
    • Atheist vs. Agnostic Identity: Debating whether one should identify as an atheist or an agnostic. The host emphasizes that under the banner of humanism and secularism, all non-believers (including secularist, non-religious, and non-believer) are encapsulated and on the same team.
    • Historical Debates: The argument among atheist historians regarding the Mythicist view (Jesus was a complete myth) versus the Historical Jesus view (there is evidence for a historical, though non-divine, figure). Oliverio asks how relevant this debate is to everyday life.
    • Philosophical Nuances: Debates over issues like whether religion is a genetically inherited trait, or the complexities of determinism versus free will.
    Requirements for Keeping Peace and Achieving Unity: The speaker outlines several necessary components for maintaining healthy relationships and unity within the secular movement:
    • Checks and Balances: Recognizing that no single group or person has all the answers.
    • Openness and Open-Mindedness: Listening to opposing views, practicing gentle discourse, and engaging in friendly dialogue.
    • Diplomacy: The vital skill of getting along kindly with people from different worldviews, tribes, political parties, or belief systems.
    • Strategic Compromise: Attempting compromise to keep the peace, provided that the compromise does not involve views detrimental or harmful to others (e.g., agreeing with the humanistic, good parts of the Bible, but not compromising on detrimental aspects).
    The Ultimate Goal: The secular community must strive for unity—"united we stand, divided we fall," referencing a 1970 song by The Brotherhood of Man. The host’s goal is to normalize both atheism and agnosticism under secularism and humanism. By putting aside slight differences, non-believers must show the world that it is possible to have a good life in a god-free world.

    The Atheist Community of Austin (ACA), is a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit organization based in Austin, Texas. The Atheist Community of Austin is dedicated to promoting atheism, critical thinking, secular humanism, and the separation of religion and government.The ACA serves the local Austin community through outreach programs, providing informational resources and various volunteer activities. In addition, the ACA serves the community-at-large through free online portals including regular audio/video podcasts and social media. We are affiliated with a number of national and international groups devoted to atheism, freethought, or secular humanism.We define atheism as the lack of belief in gods. We see that people can be compassionate, giving, and live happy lives without a god belief. We see that we can have community with each other and work towards a common goal.
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  • The Preaching Humanist 06.36 Putting a Face on that which is Demonized LOST EPISODE!

    The Preaching Humanist 06.36 Putting a Face on that which is Demonized LOST EPISODE!
    2025/10/09
    The Preaching Humanist 06.36 Putting a face on that which is demonized

    Host: David Oliverio (The Preaching Humanist)

    Episode Summary: David Oliverio records this quick episode from Lady Bird Lake, one of his favorite destinations for secular humanism activism on Saturday mornings. He shares a story about a productive morning spent talking to young people, including fellow atheists/humanists and a Christian woman. The episode centers on a dialogue with a Christian believer which highlights the importance of finding common ground, challenging negative stereotypes of atheists, and the mission of normalizing atheism and putting a face on that which is being demonized.

    Key Topics and Takeaways: Reaching the Younger Generation and Community:
    • The speaker aims to reach the younger generation and those who have let go of belief in God.
    • He promotes secular humanist communities as a "safe landing zone" that replaces the community aspects of church without the requirement of God, the Bible, or supernaturalism.
    The Encounter with the Evangelical Christian Therapist:
    • The speaker describes a conversation with a 34- or 35-year-old "very sweet very nice compassionate christian lady" who was an evangelical Christian and a therapist.
    • She was educated enough to understand that all humans can be good, regardless of whether they hold a belief in God.
    • She approached him out of curiosity to understand humanism, not out of anger or a desire to change his mind.
    • Challenging the Angry Atheist Stereotype: The woman was "so surprised" she interrupted the speaker, stating she had "never in [her] years of christianity ever talked to an atheist like" him. She explained that the atheists she typically encounters tend to be "very very angry and they want to fight and argue".
    • The speaker conceded that some angry atheists exist, but noted that "very angry hateful type people" also exist on the Christian side.
    Defining Humanism and Morality:
    • Humanism is described as a human-centered way of life which values worth, dignity, respect, freedom, and equality for all people.
    • The concepts of loving all of humanity, altruism, kindness, and being happy and moral without supernatural belief predate Christianity by hundreds of years, originating with figures like Confucius, Aristotle, and other Greek and Roman philosophers.
    • The Christian woman learned that people exist who are ethical and moral, "that are not angry that are not hateful to others who have a different worldview," even though they may not love Jesus.
    Finding Common Ground and Coexistence:
    • The speaker promotes finding common ground with all humans. He stressed that slow, evolutionary change is needed because people are slowly learning that all people can love and get along even if they disagree.
    • Citing John Stuart Mill's On Liberty, the speaker stated you can disagree and have freedom, but you must respect people, even if you do not agree with or respect their beliefs.
    • The speaker stated clearly that he is fine with believers holding supernatural beliefs "as long as you do not discriminate hate and use your freedoms ineq[ualities] to discriminate against other people's freedoms and inequalities".
    • He also stressed the necessity of keeping religious beliefs out of government and avoiding the "encroachments that the evangelical right does".
    The Goal:
    • The overall goal of the activism is "a good productive day of normalizing atheism and putting a face on that which is being demonized".
    • The speaker plans for a new sign next week stating: "remember to love humanity to love is human". He acknowledges that while some evangelical Christians will be offended by whatever he says, progressive and liberal believers are generally more accepting.


    The Atheist Community of Austin (ACA), is a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit organization based in Austin, Texas. The Atheist Community of Austin is dedicated to promoting atheism, critical thinking, secular humanism, and the separation of religion and government.The ACA serves the local Austin community through outreach programs, providing informational resources and various volunteer activities. In addition, the ACA serves the community-at-large through free online portals including regular audio/video podcasts and social media. We are affiliated with a number of national and international groups devoted to atheism, freethought, or secular humanism.We define atheism as the lack of belief in gods. We see that people can be compassionate, giving, and live happy lives without a god belief. We see that we can have community with each other and work towards a common goal.
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