The Canadian Atheist

Episode 216 This week, Micheal & Dean are joined by Justin. Justin is the founder & host of The Deconstruction Zone. Justin does YouTube & TikTok debates & discussions…which is a polite way of saying he “cooks” them. We discuss his life growing up a believer & how that evolved. His education, faith & eventual de-conversion. We leaned a lot today about just how smart he is & more importantly, WHY he does what he does online. Please be sure to check out ALL the links below. You should be following him…everywhere (not literally, obviously). You want to stay informed….Justin is writing a book and you want to know about the updates on when that’ll be available. The chat was great & we’ll have to do a part 2 & maybe even join him for a “cookout”. Much fun was had! Enjoy! https://www.tiktok.com/@deconstruction.zone [https://www.tiktok.com/@deconstruction.zone] https://www.twitch.tv/deconstructionzone_ [https://www.twitch.tv/deconstructionzone_] https://www.youtube.com/@Deconstruction_Zone [https://www.youtube.com/@Deconstruction_Zone] https://www.youtube.com/@DZDebates [https://www.youtube.com/@DZDebates] https://discord.com/invite/WmeAmrhkxZ [https://discord.com/invite/WmeAmrhkxZ] https://linktr.ee/justin_____ [https://linktr.ee/justin_____]

Episode 215 This week, Micheal & Dean are back to do some news…..Seriously….not a huge deal. I mean, how much is happening in the world after all?… They discuss the current thing that is the USA….They also delve into funnier things like god & heaven. The absolute audacity of Yeti not wanting to sell to people & pastors having their wives as fellow preachers! Where will it all end? They finish up with SUPERBOOK! What’s that you ask? Listen & find out. As always, we had fun…..enjoy!

Episode 214 This week, Micheal is joined by Steve Ghikadis. Steve is friend, a fellow podcast host and an author! He joins us to talk about his upcoming book, Humanism from the Heart : Building Bridges Beyond Belief. We discuss what it was like for him writing the book. The challenges he faced, the audience he hopes to reach and how the book went from various musings of a Humanist to a full blown book….and I’m sure a serious best seller! Please be sure to check out the links below to pre-order the book and to reach out to Steve directly and chat with a super cool humanist and friend. Steve will also be at West Hill United Church with Greta Vosper (wonderful human) on April 27th. https://www.westhill.net/ [https://www.westhill.net/] Much fun was had, enjoy! Email – steveghikadis@gmail.com Link to pre-order the book. https://a.co/d/9EjUbaa [https://a.co/d/9EjUbaa]

Episode 213 This week, Dean & Micheal are joined by Drew Bekius. Drew is a former evangelical pastor. He is an author, public speaker and humanist organizer in the Twin Cities! Drew joins us to chat about his past…raised in a Christian home…started preaching at a very young age and…..well, listen to to Drew tell his story. Be sure to check out the link below that says, “Hi…” It’ll take you right to his website where you can get more info on Drew, get his books and find out how you can get involved in what he’s doing to build up the secular movement. Much fun was had, enjoy! > Hi, I’m Drew Bekius. [https://drewbekius.com/]

Episode 212 This week Dean and Micheal are joined to two special guests….two experts….Dr. Kipp Davis & Dr. Josh Bowen. The reality is, these two scholars have forgotten more about the ancient near East than most of us will or could ever understand. Despite the awe we are in over their knowledge…you couldn’t ask for two nicer, approachable men. They join us to discuss a few very important topics. First, the importance of the work they do. The need and availability of accessible teachers and experts to instruct people who want to learn…A new book being worked on (which you get a preview of….) and last…but certainly not least, the importance of supporting people in our community. Dr. Kipp Davis needs our help, folks. Please click on the link below & do what you can to help. We all know things are tough….we wouldn’t ask anyone to stretch themselves too thin….but we also know the strength of our community. The ability to come together. So please, do what you can. Josh & Kipp help us pump out another “banger” episode, much fun was had. Enjoy! https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-me-raise-money-for-a-new-computer-and-studio-gear?attribution_id=sl:25dbc4c8-81cd-4c1c-ba22-14d56e3bd88d&lang=en_CA&utm_campaign=man_sharesheet_dash&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link [https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-me-raise-money-for-a-new-computer-and-studio-gear?attribution_id=sl:25dbc4c8-81cd-4c1c-ba22-14d56e3bd88d&lang=en_CA&utm_campaign=man_sharesheet_dash&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link] https://www.digitalhammurabi.com/language-classes?fbclid=IwY2xjawIaPFdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfbbMnWjpV2Mwse3sAT5rcXGekHBu7HmGufhYhJLjNKeEibRUKn-PwRfEQ_aem_Za9V5mn7a-8qAnriGr9VvA [https://www.digitalhammurabi.com/language-classes?fbclid=IwY2xjawIaPFdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfbbMnWjpV2Mwse3sAT5rcXGekHBu7HmGufhYhJLjNKeEibRUKn-PwRfEQ_aem_Za9V5mn7a-8qAnriGr9VvA]