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Freethought Radio

Hosted by Freedom From Religion Foundation · religion · EN · 1,000 episodes

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A weekly show, broadcast live from Madison, Wis., on 92.1 FM, Saturdays 11 a.m. to 12 noon. Hosted by Dan Barker and Annie Laurie Gaylor, co-presidents, Freedom From Religion Foundation. Slightly irreverent views, news, music and interviews.

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What is Freethought Radio about?

A weekly show, broadcast live from Madison, Wis., on 92.1 FM, Saturdays 11 a.m. to 12 noon. Hosted by Dan Barker and Annie Laurie Gaylor, co-presidents, Freedom From Religion Foundation. Slightly irreverent views, news, music and interviews.

Who hosts Freethought Radio?

Freethought Radio is hosted by Freedom From Religion Foundation. The show has published more than 1,000 episodes to date.

What has Freethought Radio covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Unthinkable" (22 October 2026, 50 minutes), "American Caesar" (15 October 2026, 49 minutes), and "Why Fascists Fear Teachers" (8 October 2026, 50 minutes).

How often does Freethought Radio publish?

Freethought Radio publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 50 minutes across more than 1,000 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Freethought Radio?

Booking probability for Freethought Radio is 40%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Freethought Radio requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Freethought Radio's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Freethought Radio?

The strongest fits for Freethought Radio are Religion & Faith. Freethought Radio has a religion audience.

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Freedom From Religion Foundation hosts Freethought Radio, a religion show with more than 1,000 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Freethought Radio

    Unthinkable

    Oct 22, 202650 min

    After we report our challenges and victories regarding Christian nationalism, we hear Ron Reagan – son of the former president – talk about how a once unthinkable theocracy is now threatening democracy, and about what...

  • Freethought Radio

    American Caesar

    Oct 15, 202649 min

    We listen to highlights of FFRF's "Great American Freethought Songbook" concert series. Then, Dr. Bradley B. Onishi describes his new book "American Caesar: How Theocrats and Tech Lords are Turning America Into a...

  • Freethought Radio

    Why Fascists Fear Teachers

    Oct 8, 202650 min

    FFRF Action Fund's legislative team gives us a rundown on the Nov. 3 ballot initiatives around the country, both good and bad. Then, American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten describes her new book...

  • Freethought Radio

    Free Betty

    Oct 1, 202649 min

    After announcing the "Secularist of the Week" and the "Theocrat of the Week," we speak with Maryam Namazie , president of the Council of Ex-Muslims of Great Britain, about the campaign to release Ibtissame Betty Lachgar...

  • Freethought Radio

    Sisterhood Is Global

    Sep 24, 202650 min

    After reporting the good and the bad news about Christian nationalist antics, we remember the life and legacy of well-known feminist and atheist activist Robin Morgan , who died earlier this month.

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    Not Today, Fascists!

    Sep 17, 202649 min

    On Constitution Day, we celebrate a legislative win for a Washington, D.C., memorial to Forgotten Freethinking Founder Thomas Paine. Then, popular podcaster Jennifer Welch tells us about her new book, "Not Today...

  • Freethought Radio

    Southeast Asian Freethinkers

    Sep 10, 202650 min

    We salute feminist freethinker Robin Morgan , and castigate Christian nationalist actions by various Cabinet members. Then, A.J. Surin , founder and president of Humanists Malaysia, tells us about the few brave...

  • Freethought Radio

    Was Spinoza an atheist?

    Sep 3, 202650 min

    After remembering the life of the great feminist and humanist Gloria Steinem, we speak with Professor Steven Nadler about his new bombshell book, "Spinoza, Atheist."

  • Freethought Radio

    No Prophets

    Aug 20, 202650 min

    After announcing that we have asked the Supreme Court to rule that the Texas law requiring the posting of the Ten Commandments in public schools is unconstitutional, we hear Ron Reagan interview Rep. Jared Huffman about...

  • Freethought Radio

    Hitchens vs. The Church

    Aug 13, 202649 min

    We hear the brilliant late journalist/intellectual Christopher Hitchens debate an archbishop on the topic "Is the Catholic Church a force for good in the world?" and FFRF Regional Government Affairs Manager Mickey...

  • Freethought Radio

    Congressional Reason!

    Aug 6, 202650 min

    After reporting problems created by — as well as victories against — Christian nationalism, we hear the co-chairs of the Congressional Freethought Caucus, Reps. Jared Huffman , D-Calif., and Jamie Raskin , D-Md...

  • Freethought Radio

    Uncommon Sense

    Jul 30, 202649 min

    FFRF co-sponsored the Reason Reception in Washington, D.C., in honor of the Congressional Freethought Caucus. We hear remarks by Reps. Steve Cohen , D-Tenn., Sean Casten , D-Ill., and Suzanne Bonamici , D-Ore., capped...

  • Freethought Radio

    "Intelligent Design" on Trial

    Jul 23, 202649 min

    This week on Freethought Radio, a look at how the Trump administration is whitewashing American history in Philadelphia. Then, federal Judge John E. Jones tells the behind-the-scenes story of the 2005 trial leading to...

  • Freethought Radio

    Astrology and Science

    Jul 16, 202650 min

    After reporting national Christian-nationalist news and local state/church victories in the schools, we talk with journalist Carlos Orsi , author of the new book, "What Science Says About Astrology."

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    State/Church Advocacy

    Jul 9, 202649 min

    After reporting a slew of Christian Nationalist nonsense from pastors, government officials and our President, FFRF Action Fund's Senior Policy Counsel Ryan Jayne and State Policy Manager Ryan Dudley describe a slew of...

  • Freethought Radio

    Student Voices on Christian Nationalism

    Jul 2, 202650 min

    We look at a new federal "religious liberty" report that could significantly reshape church-state separation in the United States, along with a Supreme Court ruling allowing states to ban transgender girls from school...

  • Freethought Radio

    A Liberating Journey

    Jun 25, 202649 min

    We first get the lowdown on the back and forth that Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., has gotten into with the Freedom From Religion Foundation regarding our objection to the Auburn University men's baseball program being...

  • Freethought Radio

    Brain Surgery

    Jun 18, 202649 min

    Neurosurgeon Dr. Vivekanand Palavali joins us to examine how science unravels near-death and out-of-body experiences. Then, we hear from members of the Congressional Freethought Caucus who are pushing back against...

  • Freethought Radio

    Religion on Campus

    May 28, 202650 min

    What to do about religion at graduation ceremonies? FFRF State Policy Manager Ryan Dudley gives a roundup of state legislative actions this past spring. Then, Harvard student Ash Bu talks about her op-ed in The Crimson...

  • Freethought Radio

    License to Discriminate

    May 21, 202649 min

    We report on Trump's Christian-nationalist " Rededicate 250" rally in Washington, D.C., last Sunday. Then, Hope Pisoni of Uncloseted Media and John Washington of Lookout tell us about their joint report, " Your License...

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