Hemant Mehta: podcast appearances and interviews

Hemant Mehta, born February 25, 1983, is an American author, blogger, and YouTuber known for his activism in atheism. He manages the Friendly Atheist channel and previously operated The Atheist Voice. As a regular speaker at atheist events, Mehta has been involved in various public discussions on secular topics. He has served as a board member of charitable organizations including the Secular Student Alliance and the Foundation Beyond Belief. Mehta gained prominence through his blog, the Friendly Atheist, published on Patheos, where he and his team posted articles multiple times daily until the blog ceased activity on December 14, 2021. In addition to his blogging, he co-hosts the Friendly Atheist Podcast and maintains a newsletter as of 2024. His public engagement extends to media appearances, one of which included a notable appearance on the game show Jeopardy! in April 2020. Mehta's work is characterized by his efforts to promote secularism and atheism through various media platforms and public speaking engagements.