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BibliophileG via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/25/24
I rely heavily on atheist/skeptical podcasts to keep me informed and to remind myself that a lot of people are just as concerned about the same issues I am. Because I listen to several of them, Hemant often chooses stories that I also hear covered by other shows, be they Thinking, Scathing, or...Read full review »
pistolsmcgee via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/22/24
Dear Friendly Atheist Podcast Team, I just have to express my deep appreciation for the Friendly Atheist Podcast. The insightful discussions, thought-provoking topics, and genuine camaraderie between hosts make each episode a delight to listen to. The way you navigate through sensitive issues...Read full review »
dalayna89 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/17/24
I have only listened to the episode on Biden’s Catholic faith being up for debate. Please don’t try claim an understanding of what it means to be Catholic as an Atheist. Because you clearly don’t. Yes, it is true MANY Catholics do not correctly understand or practice their faith correctly. It is...Read full review »
silverbirch5 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/14/24
I really enjoy this dynamic between the two hosts, Jess is fiery and funny and sharp and Hemant can deliver these stories with unbiased precision. The stories are poignant and necessary providing me with information I was absolutely not aware of. The are doing the lord's work lol.Read full review »
DeenBfromEP via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/13/24
I love the dynamic between Jessica and Hemant! They sound like wonderful friends who are truly passionate about the topics they discuss! Hemant brings interesting things to light and Jessica’s reaction to them is so real and she brings a much appreciated feminism and humanist perspective! I hope...Read full review »
Mauipickle via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/03/24
Thank you both for your excellent podcast which has now become a part of my weekly routine. Although some of the topics are depressing and at times horrifying, we need to face what is actually going on in the world and in particular, what what the religious right is trying to impose on us now and...Read full review »
RKJ24 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 03/01/24
I’ve been an avid reader of Hemant’s blog since around 2008 and I’ve been listening to this podcast for a few years; I figured it was time to leave a review! I look forward to the release of each new episode because I listen to them during my Friday long runs. The topics are enough to get me...Read full review »
StartedWithNinja via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/01/24
This pod covers so many topics that I find interesting. I do really like both hosts. I’m a Patreon supporter. I just-ugh-I just wish Jessica were less -hacky & un-self-aware. It’s the same loud responses/interruptions constantly. If this doesn’t change somehow -(maybe less loud ...Read full review »
t-rex-loves-sugar-cereal via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/14/24
1. Jess, please speak into the mic. You are charming and witty and make even Hemant exciting to listen to every week. We want to hear every word you say! 2. This podcast only comes out weekly. I need more Hemant and Jess in my life (or at least, in my podcasts). I’m a huge fan of Hemant, and...Read full review »
Anonymous563 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/08/24
The stories covered can be enlightening and/or disturbing, but they are never dull. The juxtaposition of Hemant's dry delivery and Jessica's vibrant and fresh reactions is wonderful to listen to. Hemant brings information, and Jessica adds humanity. Well worth supporting, if only for the...Read full review »
MtnHermit via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/26/24
Discovered the podcast about a couple of months ago and have been loving binging my way through the past eps! I love the banter between Hemant and Jessica, and Jessica’s reactions are the best! Also, as someone who tends to prefer animals to most people, learning in the last ep that I share a...Read full review »
NadiaL77 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 01/17/24
This is the podcast I look forward to every week. Hemant chooses such relevant topics and events to cover, and it helps me stay up to date and informed. Jessica has fantastic insight, and she voices her concerns in an articulate and passionate way.
Meri Engay via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/11/24
I will not support a candidate for president that supports genocide. Stop telling people what they feel is wrong, we get gaslit enough by mainstream media, we don’t need to hear the same thing from you. Do better.
edsparkable12 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/04/24
Love this podcast, Hemant and Jessica are great hosts, Hemant is able to get across the the news and stories in a way that shows they’re informed and knowledgeable of whatever they are discussing. Jessica wears their heart on their sleeve and the episode where they last a close friend broke me....Read full review »
Grimm MD via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 12/24/23
This is one if my favorites. I get excited each new episode because I know I will be equal parts disgusted by the news and laughing at the delivery. Thank you, Hemant, for interesting stories with follow up and thank you Jessica, for your honest and hysterical reactions. Don’t ever lose that fire.
Tracijc via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/22/23
I agree with the sentiments, but I find her super irritating.
kingclutch2003 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/15/23
I like Hemant’s demeanor and delivery, but keep coming back for Jessica’s righteous anger and explosive laughter. Thanks to both of you for fighting the good fight.
Jade’s mom via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/08/23
You two and this podcast are who helped solidify my Christian deconstruction and gave me permission to finally use the A-word. Thank you for your fresh perspectives every week on our crazy world. Jessica, thank you for always saying how dirty-garbage-trash people us white men are. I am trying to...Read full review »
Payneski via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/07/23
Fun in a “get off my lawn” grumpy grandpa kind of way, it’s always refreshing to hear Hemant’s frank takes on things that happen in society. It also makes me chuckle every time he gets Jessica’s hopes up that something might be good and then just lets her expectations crash into a wall going full...Read full review »
AppleSapien via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/29/23
I had a very extended drive for work and discovered this podcast right before. Extremely informative on all the little news nuggets that seem to get buried. Keep up the great work.
uber must not need money via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/15/23
Literally my favorite podcast. I listen to it while I fall asleep every night, while I get ready for work in the morning and on my way to work, all day AT work, and whenever I get a chance basically. I love both the hosts. Nothing keeps my interest like this show and I love hearing them discuss...Read full review »
Faith Schwenck via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/15/23
I decided to give this podcast a whirl because my spouse recently confirmed he is now an atheist and listens to the podcast. I was hoping it was about dispelling the notion that you can not have values, morals, ethics outside of a religious framework and humanizing/giving voice to atheists but...Read full review »
Wife of an atheist via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/14/23
So… here goes, from a middle age white cos man. Singing, don’t care. Horses, nice she is nice. When we get to the reaction in the story about the man who cross dressed and committed suicide, it seemed like she needed a hug just at the same time I did. Adding a deep emotional reaction to the...Read full review »
AGoodMan00 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/12/23
I love listening to them both and learning their perspectives. It helps widen my understanding of the world. Also, just to make my review of the show complete: **insert idiotic and rude comment about Jessica here** UPDATE: What in the world is wrong with the people who leave reviews seriously...Read full review »
Darin Austin via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/04/23
Jessica: If you put as much effort into lifestyle changes as you do complaining your life would improve. Please use the money you make from this podcast to bankroll your therapy. You have a lot of potential to improve with time.
sameheretoday via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/02/23
This could actually be a great show if Jessica didn’t sing, laugh or talk. Maybe he should just do the show alone. Oh well I will keep looking for another show.
B 82nd via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/28/23
Mr. Mehta covers a myriad of ideas, concepts, and actions based on religious ideology impacting community and how the absense of thought and rational is debilitating citizenship, personhood, and society itself. Hemant takes care to expose personal, group-based, and ill conceived political...Read full review »
strezztechnoid via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/06/23
This weekly art project is a brilliant deconstruction of modern society and patriarchy. A male friend goes over to his female friend’s house and reads here horrible nightmare stories while she drinks wine. This drives the female friend to the brink of madness and each week, we get to see her...Read full review »
Dan Mancini via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/30/23
Been listening to some other atheist podcasts and recently found out one of my co-workers spouses is an atheist (we’re in the south so…), and we hit it off talking about our favorite atheist podcasts and they mentioned this one. So I gave y’all a listen and I’ve gotta say these guys are top...Read full review »
Lurch1868 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/26/23
I'm on the Friendly Atheist mailing list and thought I'd try out the pod. I read other reviews before I wrote anything myself because I wanted to make sure it wasn't just me being cranky, but I can't get past the constant interruptions and jarring exclamations from the co-host to...Read full review »
Deannamite via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/23/23
I recently changed podcast players and this show got missed in the transition. I kept thinking that I was missing something. And then I realized the show was unfollowed. I was missing out on mommy and daddy arguing. Great show I guess I’ll have to catch back up. They always have five stars in my...Read full review »
Iggyodd via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/11/23
I’ve been following Hemant and Jessica’s work in the atheist field for (approaching!) 10 years! The podcast is something I look forward to waking up on Friday mornings for many years and sets me up for riotous laughs and rage for the weekend. I particularly appreciate the wide range of topics...Read full review »
B.G.XL via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 09/08/23
Looking past Hemant’s shrill interruptions of Jessica (honestly doesn’t sound like he hasn’t smiled ONCE in the history of the show) this is a thoughtful, raw, and entertaining podcast. I would bend space-time to give it 6 stars but the sound balancing is a bit off. I have to turn it down really...Read full review »
DrMonocle via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/05/23
This show has loads of content for atheists, liberals, and sane people in general. The hosts have great give-and-take, and are always entertaining. [expletive deleted]
WI_Wildman via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/31/23
I enjoy a lot of what gets discussed here. My only complaint is the co-host’s ADHD is a little exhausting. Minor complaint.
Stee jay via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/22/23
Jess, Dotty, and Helmet, are hilarious. Been listening for awhile. Love the banter back and forth. Jessica spontaneously comes with some of the funniest “Jess-ism’s .” I absolutely love them: “Ooofa-Doofa” this is a great podcast. “Sure, sure, sure,” I love the way she calls out the “Garbage...Read full review »
Schwanzy71 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/20/23
Honestly I agree with most of what is said but the “go bleep yourself” on anything that is upsetting or not exactly what she believes is a turn off - yep you are a bad driver therefore my road rage is justified - the petulant child with a foul mouth prevents me from taking you as a serious person.
G.Burchett via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 08/18/23
This podcast is excellent and I look forward to it all week. The subscriber perks (ad free episodes and a weekly bonus episode) are more than worth it. I’m especially looking forward to this week’s bonus as I want to know Jess’ opinion of the Red White and Royal Blue movie adaption!
Teigen Rhee via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 08/15/23
I’ve been a listener for 6 years. Hemant and Jessica both do a fantastic job of keeping listeners updated on news in the atheist/church-state separation realm. While Jessica is my favorite host (and definitely the one I can relate to the most), I also appreciate Hemant’s matter-of-fact...Read full review »
Jfkahl via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/14/23
I look forward to listening to these two every Friday. Hemant is very intelligent, and well organized. His analyses of the issues discussed is usually on point and succinct. Jessica provides the reactions, color commentary, and personal anecdotes that really make the show work. Jessica is...Read full review »
Deadhead Chip via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/10/23
Terrible representation of the atheist community imo. I felt their argumentation was muddied by constant sarcastic handwaving of anything that ran counter to their dogmatic thinking. Ironic! The philosophical debate skills aren’t there, they lean towards speculative and grandiose rhetoric over...Read full review »
Pretty good taste via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/07/23
This is generally a good show, but Jessica has declined substantially recently. Hopefully she can get it together.
Eager via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/04/23
I have listened to Jessica and Hemet for years and learned so much about the atheist movement and the dangerous Christian right movement in many countries around the world. I loved their back and forth with their humour and laughter but I find Jessica’s rants and deriding of other people who are...Read full review »
CeasingJaguar73 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 08/04/23
Too bad this podcast favors ad hominem tone rather than intellectual analysis. Pass.
free market maniac via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/04/23
Love this pod, except Jessica…. Her constant interruptions, tangents, and inability to control over her shrieks is really annoying. There’s no synergy with her on….
KoriHoney via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/02/23
I love, love, love the idea of the show. However, the co-host interrupts every second during vital information. It’s fine if it happens a couple of times but oh. my. god. It just sounds like a random mumbling of words because there’s 5 different conversations happening at once. The co-host...Read full review »
Oreocookiegirl28 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/28/23
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