Sat, 26 August 2006  Features an interview with Prof. Lawrence Lerner, co-author of
the Fordham Institute's report grading science and evolution standards
in the United States state-by-state. (Hint: Wisconsin was one of many
states to flunk.) Timely developments on evolution will also reported.
Homage will be paid to the 86th anniversary of Women's Equality Day
(Aug. 26, 1920) and the freethinking women who sparked the suffrage
movement. For comic relief, enjoy Joe Hill's classic song, "The
Preacher and the Slave," performed memorably by Kristin Lems and Dan
Barker, from the CD, "Friendly Neighborhood Atheist." (MP3, 48 min, 22
MB) |
Sat, 19 August 2006
Features an in-depth interview with Philip Paulson, who
courageously has been litigating a 29-foot cross on public property
atop Mt. Soldedad in San Diego for 17 years. Last week, Pres. Bush
signed into law a bill to seize federal control of the city land, in
order to circumvent years of court rulings declaring city hosting of
the crossto be unconstitutional. Phil talks about the many ins and outs
of the case, and why he intends to prevail. Phil, who served in the
military, also talks candidly about an atheist's way of living and
dying. Accompanying music: "None of the Above," written and performed
by Dan Barker. (MP3, 48 min, 22.1 MB) |
Sat, 12 August 2006 Features a special look at the growing religion-based assault against
gay rights around the country. Interviewed: former FFRF staff member Ellen Masters,
a lesbian mom in a committed relationship who talks about what it's
like to be denied equal rights under the law. Her interview is a sneak
preview of Ellen's article, "The Churches Have Legalized Discrimination
in America," appearing in the upcoming September issue of Freethought
Today. Dan Barker's Pagan Pulpit looks at the biblical roots of
homophobia. Kristin Lems' timely song, "How Nice!" continues the theme.
Robert Green Ingersoll (born on August 11) is profiled in Freethinkers
Almanac. Accompanying music: "The Time to Be Happy Is Now," words by
Robert G. Ingersoll, music by Dan Barker (with backup children's
choir). (MP3, 47 min, 21.4 MB) |
Sat, 5 August 2006 An interview with a public official recalled from office last year in
Estes Park, Colo., simply for failure to recite the religious pledge of
allegiance. David Habecker,
who received an award at last year's FFRF convention, updates his case,
in which FFRF is co-plaintiff, in a memorable interview. Tomorrow's
program also features "Theocracy Alert" -- tune in for news and
commentary on some disturbing developments in Congress last week. Music
includes the timely "With God on Our Side." Providing artistic relief
for a bad-news week: two atheist poets are featured in Freethinkers
Almanac; Rupert Brooks' whimsical poem, "Heaven" (from a fish's
perspective) is read.
(MP3, 47 min, 21.4 MB) |
