Atheists Talk cable program by Minnesota Atheists. "Animal Liberation and Atheism" recorded 2/5/2015 Author, professor, and activist Kim Socha discusses her latest book, Animal Liberation and Atheism: Dismantling the Procrustean Bed. Socha noted the need for a book such as hers, and then discussed the link between atheism and veganism. Socha noted that Christianity and Judaism treat animals as the property of humans, to be used as humans see fit. While animals fare better in other religions, such as Buddhism, the treatment of animals in those religions is only good so far as it benefits humans ─ they are not given respect and consideration in their own right. She next talked about the major, lamentable flaws in the way notable atheists ─ such as Christopher Hitchens and Richard Dawkins ─ have approached animal rights. The discussion concluded with an examination of the continuum of practices in treating animals with respect and an explanation of the term “suicide food.” Socha noted that her book is available at several local book stores and online at Freethought House’s site. James Zimmerman hosted. Minnesota Atheists practices positive, inclusive, active, friendly neighborhood atheism in order to: - Provide a community for atheists - Educate the public about atheism - Promote separation of state and church http://www.mnatheists.org/