M.A.S.H.fest: Archive

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“The growth of atheism is a good thing, not in and of itself (I’ll leave it...”

– Atheism leads to reexamination of religious beliefs - Truman Index

Nov 1st

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Nov 1st

Taylor lecture cancelled - Winnipeg Free Press →

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Oct 28th

Next Mashfest Meeting

We haven’t gathered to discuss our 2nd annual film festival yet but it’s in the works. At least before the end of the year the committee will get together to pick our next headlining movie for the non-believing masses. Stay tuned. Sent on the TELUS Mobility network with BlackBerry

Oct 28th

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Oct 28th

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Oct 26th

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brother, brother

Oct 25th

Why I Love Being a Freethinker | Red River... →

I have no idea why he thought the Free thinkers would have any skill or wherewithal to do such a thing. People’s impressions of the Free thinkers and our 100 year old name is all over the map. Some think it means something like free …Red River Free thinkers - http://redriverfreethinkers.areavoices.com/ Sent on the TELUS Mobility network with BlackBerry

Oct 24th

RT @AustinCline: New Post: Secularism vs Secularization: What’s the Difference? Why Do People Confuse Them?: Although secularism an… h …

Oct 24th

RT @JeffreyOlsson: I’m going to a Meetup with The Winnipeg Skeptics! http://meetu.ps/1Hvc

Oct 22nd

The Gay and Atheist Illusions | Red River... →

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Oct 22nd

Why are fishermen superstitious of bananas? - Holy... →

Stevie Wonder once sang that superstition is “when you believe in things that you don’t understand.” And, maybe he’s right. Step on a crack, break your mother’s back. Break a mirror, get seven years of bad luck. We’ve all heard the rhymes, but how many of us really know what they mean, or, more importantly, where they came from? Find out about this particular...

Oct 21st

The Straight Dope: What's the origin of keeping... →

Do you know the origin of the gesture? — Terry Culla Ah, the great advantage (and disadvantage) of web searches, eh? Well, just so you didn’t waste your time … Cecil didn’t want to bother with this one, because it’s been done. Charles Panati, in Extraordinary Origins of Everyday Things, has a nice article on crossing one’s fingers as a sign of luck or making a wish....

Oct 20th

Women are Evil, Men are Not Posted on October 17,...

I was reminded of that Biblical theme by a radio preacher I happened on this Sunday morning. He was talking about Eve, the first women and the Biblical character who caused the Adam to sin. The implication is that the guy, Adam, would never have sinned had not the gal, Eve, been so evil. Since the Bible was written apparently by men, we should not be surprised by this way of looking at things....

Oct 17th

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“There are communities, I know, in Manitoba where aboriginal people have been so...”

– CBC News - Canada - The day the Pope said sorry Wab Kinew is a sun dancer, rap artist and Winnipeg-based host for CBC Radio. An Anishinabe from the Lake of the Woods area, his debut album, Live By The Drum was released in January 2009 by Indie Ends Productions.

Oct 14th

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Oct 12th

Freethinkers appeal Ten Commandments case - KFGO... →

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Oct 10th

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“I want three words: Woman, Atheist, Anarchist. That’s me.”

– Madalyn Murray O’Hair Quotes Madalyn Murray O’Hair on Wikipedia.

Oct 8th

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“PZ Myers is a professor of evolutionary biology, and a blogger who writes about...”

– MoJo Podcast: Atheist Blogger PZ Myers | Mother Jones

Oct 8th

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Oct 8th

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Oct 8th

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Oct 8th

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Kelvin's World: (Some) Definitions →

kelvinliu: Before anyone can have a proper discussion or debate they must define their terms. The easiest way to get into an argument with someone- and this is a fact- is by not clearly defining the meanings of words and then bumbling around in misunderstanding for half an hour before someone realises that…

Oct 8th

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Social Cost of Christianity? | Religion Dispatches →

Several weeks ago, I wrote a blog post about the social cost of atheism. Based on an online survey, most atheists said they believe they suffer at least some stigma for not believing in God from their family, community and workplace.

Oct 7th

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Looking for Religious Expertise? Ask an Atheist |... →

A new study by the Pew Research Center’s Forum on Religion & Public Life shows that atheists and agnostics have the best religious knowledge.

Oct 7th

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irreligulous: Hitchens Vs Tharoor - Freedoms of... →

Oct 7th

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Oct 7th

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RT @hitRECordJoe: My super hero brother @burningdan 1974-2010. Celebrate his life here ~ http://bit.ly/dBTMQ8 because he’s fucking awe …

Oct 7th

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“Question with boldness even the existence of a god; because if there be one he...”

– Thomas Jefferson, letter to Peter Carr, August 10, 1787 (via hatefulatheist)

Oct 7th

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Urban Dictionary: Token atheist friend →

This is the first I’m hearing of this type of token. Anyone ever felt like a token in their circle?

Oct 7th

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Oct 7th

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Oct 7th

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Friday Oct 29th is Don't Pray for Hitchens Day

wontoo3fore: Stricken with cancer and fragile from chemotherapy, author and Slate columnist Christopher Hitchens is standing by his atheist beliefs: He will not take part in a prayer day devoted to him. From Video: Christopher Hitchens won’t attend a prayer day in his honor. - - Slate Magazine I’m declaring Friday Oct 29th to be Don’t Pray for Hitchens Day. I am calling on non-believers and...

Oct 7th

Topic Agnostic →

What is Topic Agnostic? Topic Agnostic is a place where you can explore and discuss religion with agnostics, atheists, and theists from around the world. Topic Agnostic is the site for you if you’ve ever wondered: “Does God exist?”, “What happens to our consciousness after we die?”, “What would society be like without religion?”, and “How does...

Oct 7th

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