578 - The IRS and the Johnson Amendment

Friendly Atheist Podcast

Religion & Spirituality, News Commentary, Politics, News

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🗓️ 9 April 2025

⏱️ 82 minutes

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Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.

— A church told members how to vote. The IRS officially says that's fine. (1:10)

— A public school district in Arizona agreed to build a Mormon seminary on campus. (29:35)

— “Close the doors!”: Bishop Marvin Sapp's tithing ultimatum sparks outrage. (43:43)

— It's mold, not a miracle: The Catholic Church’s latest eucharistic blunder. (55:36)

— Minnesota lawmaker's bill to "advance critical thinking" actually pushes Christian mythology. (1:04:00)

— Two influential atheist groups have finally settled a case involving a donor's wishes. (1:08:40)

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