The Non-prophets

Non-profit trying to rebrand Jesus for Gen Z is main funder for US hate group, Open Democracy.net, By Sydney Bauer and Diana Cariboni, November 22, 2023https://www.opendemocracy.net/en/5050/servant-foundation-he-gets-us-jesus-gen-z-alliance-defending-freedom/?fbclid=IwAR0HtyhZoyXGAL3CLBjzRU0BsZco_l9-5ou2eE2H-T1QkNNErykcKSZjmTk The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.49.1 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Richard Allen, Aaron Jenson and Jimmy Jr.

Pa. school district settles Satan Club lawsuit, agrees to pay $200K, ACLU says, lehighvalleylive.com, by Kurt Bresswein, on Nov. 17, 2023, https://www.lehighvalleylive.com/news/2023/11/pa-school-district-settles-satan-club-lawsuit-agrees-to-pay-200k-aclu-says.html

The Battle Over Church and State Could Take Down the Charter School Movement New Republic, by Adam Laats, on Nov. 15, 2023, https://newrepublic.com/article/176500/christian-right-religious-charter-schools

Say goodbye to the Christian RightYahoo Finance, by Louise Perry, on Nov 20, 2023, https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/goodbye-christian-164310558.html

‘Miracle’ Virgin Mary statue is ‘weeping’ at Mexico church AOL, by Amelia Neath, on Nov. 15, 2023, https://www.aol.com/miracle-virgin-mary-statue-weeping-155500315.html

MAGA Pastor Hank Kunneman Removes Sermon Accusing Taylor Swift of Practicing ‘Witchcraft’, Right Wing Watch, By Kyle Mantyla, November 6, 2023https://www.rightwingwatch.org/post/maga-pastor-hank-kunneman-removes-sermon-accusing-taylor-swift-of-practicing-witchcraft/ Today, we delve into the absurd world of Maga pastor Hank Kunneman's conspiracy theories, focusing on his outlandish claims about Taylor Swift. It revolved around Kunneman's eyebrow-raising sermon, where he connected Swift's alleged dark arts to Pfizer's vaccines.Infidel brought a humorous touch to the conversation, likening his feelings towards Kunneman's antics to the sound of a failed toilet flush. The analogy playfully captured the sense of disappointment and disbelief at Kunneman's unfounded accusations against Swift.Phoebe, with her characteristic wit, expressed incredulity at Kunneman's claims, dismissing them as baseless and she emphasized the lack of critical thinking in Kunneman's narrative, ridiculing the idea that Taylor Swift, a pop s

OPINION - Jordan Peterson: They worship at altar of the Left because they don't know what Stalin was like, Evening Standard, Evgeny Lebedev, November 15, 2023,https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/opinion-jordan-peterson-worship-altar-113017937.html Today's discussion revolves around Jordan Peterson and his recent venture, the Peterson Academy, dissected by Cynthia, Infidel, Phoebe, and Jonathan. Cynthia accuses Peterson of selective support for free speech, highlighting his inconsistency.Jonathan expresses disappointment in Peterson's intellectual honesty, noting a disparity between his psychology expertise and political forays.Infidel labels Peterson a bigot, criticizing his dehumanizing rhetoric toward gender-affirming surgery opponents. The conversation underscores the need to balance free speech with an awareness of its potential harm. Phoebe challenges Peterson's claim about the lack of general knowledge, asserting that knowledge is subjective to individuals.Cynthia questions Peterson's credibility, compari

Ayaan Hirsi Ali is a Christian now. Good luck figuring out why., The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, November 12, 2023https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/ayaan-hirsi-ali-is-a-christian-now?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=95153&post_id=138793020&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=oa4eg&utm_medium=email Ayaan Hirsi Ali's recent conversion to Christianity sparks a critical discussion among the panelists. They discussed the nuances of her shift from atheism. Jonathan sets the stage, framing Hirsi Ali's journey as a departure from her traumatic past with the Muslim Brotherhood.Infidel, skeptical of the conversion, sees it as more of a political move than a spiritual awakening. He criticizes the lack of convincing elements in her narrative and views her alignment with conservative Christians as a strategic choice rooted in fear and the search for like-minded allies. Infidel humorously notes the absence of a "Road to Damascus" moment in her story and quips about waiti

https://nypost.com/2023/11/13/business/petition-signed-by-almost-20k-bashes-non-binary-and-transgender-extravaganza-planned-for-thanksgiving-day-parade/Petition signed by almost 20K bashes ‘non-binary and transgender extravaganza’ planned for Thanksgiving Day Parade, NY Post, Shannon ThalerNovember 13, 2023In a Macy's Thanksgiving Parade discussion, Cynthia, Jonathan, Infidel, and Phoebe explored the recent petition by the conservative group "1 Million Moms." Cynthia introduced the topic, highlighting the group's objections to the parade's perceived non-binary and transgender focus.Jonathan promptly dismissed the group as an "extreme right, religious bot," accusing them of stifling queer expression. He critically analyzed their numerical claim, revealing a vast disparity between their name and actual followers, suggesting waning support. Infidel, initially disinterested, delved into the group's genuine concerns about societal change.Infidel emphasized that the 1 Million Moms' motivation stems from fear, paint

Moms for Liberty call the cops over a book, popular.info, by Judd Legum, on Nov 6, 2023, https://popular.info/p/moms-for-liberty-members-call-the

Credible sex abuse allegation against Mike Bickle, Church & Ministries News, by Leonardo Blair, on Nov 8, 2023, https://www.christianpost.com/news/1-mike-bickle-sexual-abuse-allegation-has-crediblity-ihop.htmlAnti-LGBTQ+ pastor “sexual immorality”, Church & Ministries News, by Daniel Villarreal, on Nov 4, 2023, https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2023/11/anti-lgbtq-pastor-mike-bickle-accused-of-sexual-immorality-by-many-women/

Right-wing history’s comeback, it never went away, Salon.com, by Mike Lofgren, on Nov 4, 2023, https://www.salon.com/2023/11/04/right-wing-fake-history-is-making-a-big-comeback--but-it-never-went-away/

Abortion Rights Fuel Big Democratic Wins, NY Times, by Adam Edelman, on Nov. 2, 2023, https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/08/us/politics/election-results-democrats-abortion.html Candidate says measure would let a rapist 'force' an abortion, NBC News, by Adam Edelman, on Nov. 2, 2023, https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/elections/ohio-gop-candidate-bernie-moreno-issue-1-rapist-force-woman-abortion-rcna122856

Most adolescents reject a biblical worldview Christian Post, by Ryan Foley, on Oct. 23 2023, https://www.christianpost.com/news/most-kids-dont-believe-cornerstone-beliefs-of-biblical-worldview.htmlThe Non-Prophets, Episode 22.45.4 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Cindy Plaza, Jimmy Jr. and Aaron JensenTo start, Jimmy Jr. shares a study indicating that only 3% of kids aged 8 to 12 embrace all seven cornerstones of a Biblical worldview. These cornerstones include beliefs in God, sin, and trusting the Bible. The panelists, including Kelley, Cindy, Jimmy, and Aaron, express their thoughts on the study.Kelley emphasizes the harmful aspect of the belief that individuals are sinners by choice, calling it illogical and damaging on a psychological level. He highlights the victim-blaming aspect, sharing a personal experience of someone being harmed due to their parents' religious beliefs.Cindy criticizes the indoctrination of religion in children, suggesting that forbidding religious teachings before the age of 18 could lead

Mike Johnson ends GOP chaos as 56th House SpeakerNBC News, by Scott Wong, Ali Vitali, Rebecca Kaplan and Kyle Stewart, on Oct. 25, 2023, https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/mike-johnson-elected-new-speaker-house-vote-rcna122151 The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.45.3 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Cindy Plaza, Jimmy Jr. and Aaron JensenCindy led us through the shocking twists that allowed Mike Johnson's surprising elevation to the 56th Speaker of the House. She highlighted Johnson's extremism, particularly his vocal opposition to LGBTQ rights and leading role in GOP efforts to overturn the 2020 election.Kelley underscored the perception of Johnson as the "least objectionable person" amidst GOP disarray. Despite Johnson's extremist views and role in challenging the 2020 election, his charisma and conservative stance played a vital role in uniting the party. Johnson's lack of enemies within the GOP was a key factor in his success.Aaron joined, highlighting Johnson's alignment with the MAGA crowd and inclination tow

Selling homeschool curriculum makes me sickHuffPost, by Heather Stark, on Oct 29, 2023, https://www.huffpost.com/entry/homeschool-conference-curriculum-girl-empowerment_n_652445c9e4b0102e6962fd39The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.45.2 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Cindy Plaza, Jimmy Jr. and Aaron JensenPanelists Kelley, Cindy, Jimmy Jr., and Aaron delve into Grace and Grit‘s Heather Stark's distinctive homeschooling narrative, exploring the complex interplay of feminism, religion, and far-right politics.Kelley emphasizes feminism's positive impact, particularly in challenging religious circles that perpetuate the subjugation of women. He illuminated how religion shapes expectations, reinforcing gender roles that depict women as inferior.Jimmy Jr. then underscored the clash between feminism and religious conservatism, citing an incident where a woman demands a God-centric discussion in the article. He also discussed challenges faced by Heather Stark and B in their effort to empower girls through the history of legendar

Nobody wins in DeSantis’ war on woke Sun Sentinel, by Rae Leiner, on Oct. 29 2023, https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2023/10/29/nobody-wins-in-desantis-war-on-woke-opinion/The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.45.1 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Cindy Plaza, Jimmy Jr. and Aaron JensenIn the Sunshine State, Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a "war on woke," targeting teachers, medical providers, and marginalized communities, turning schools into political battlegrounds. This results in an exodus of educators and a plummeting teacher-to-population ratio.Jimmy Jr appreciated the author's use of "incubator" to describe harmful laws spreading across states. He criticized warlike language, emphasizing its impact on marginalized communities, causing fear and divisiveness. Cindy characterized the GOP as rooted in fascist principles, relying on strongman narratives and vague terms like "woke."Kelley pushed back against the idea that the war on woke originated solely in Florida, asserting it is a nationwide phenomenon. DeSantis is fol

The Ungodly Surveillance of Anti-Porn ‘Shameware’ Apps, wired.com, Dhruv Mehrotra, 09/22/2022 https://www.wired.com/story/covenant-eyes-anti-porn-accountability-monitoring-apps/?fbclid=IwAR0W7YD9fnDsxNcA7ddbYYmnVwVc2f0EplOcL_hnnnhO0u6A7YU9qIyLdfYThe Non-Prophets, Episode 22.44.4 featuring Helen Greene, Phil the Caribbean Skeptic, Jonathan Roudabush and Kelley Laughlin

We Don’t Talk About Leonard: The Man Behind the Right’s Supreme Court Supermajority, propublica.org, by Andy Kroll, Andrea Bernstein and Ilya Marritz, 10/11/2023 https://www.propublica.org/article/we-dont-talk-about-leonard-leo-supreme-court-supermajorityThe Non-Prophets, Episode 22.44.3 featuring Helen Greene, Phil the Caribbean Skeptic, Jonathan Roudabush and Kelley Laughlin

How a group of Florida men allegedly plotted the assassination of the Haitian president and sent the country into chaos, .abc.net, By Matt Bevan and Yasmin Parry, 10/13/2023, https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-10-14/the-plot-to-assassinate-haitis-president/102953056The Non-Prophets, Episode 22.44.2 featuring Helen Greene, Phil the Caribbean Skeptic, Jonathan Roudabush and Kelley Laughlin