Why do atheists spend so much time and energy arguing about something they don't even think

exists? Well, I can think of a few answers off the top of my head. One, talking to people

that have fundamental disagreements with you can help you practice the lost art of civil

conversation and can help maintain channels of communication that are frequently under attack

these days. Two, as philosopher David Hume said,

truth springs from argument amongst friends.

That means, among other things,

that the truth is more likely to be found

when all sides are vigorously represented.

Three, and this one's actually pretty common among atheists,

because many people do believe in a God,

and they bring those beliefs to bear when

doing things like voting and doing other things that influence our laws, employment expectations,

and social norms. And I'm sure there's plenty of other reasons as well, but in my opinion,

the best answer is, who cares? Why does that matter at all? Quit deflecting and just back up the

claims that you make. In fact, you can do that right here on Talk Heathen because that's

what the show is all about and it's starting right now.

Welcome, everybody. Today is April 13th, 2025. I'm your host, Dr. Ben. And with me today is the wonderful Scott Dickie. How are you doing today? I'm doing very well, Dr. Ben. How about yourself? You know, I'm doing okay. It is Palm Sunday, I believe, for people who celebrate that.

Or at least it is in the non-Orthodox side of Christianity.

I know their calendar is a bit different.

But I want to hear some calls today related to that.

I know we have a pretty heavy Christian presence in this country

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