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“Looking for a fresh podcast I thought to check this one out. Sadly, the vile antagonism and false rhetoric is an affront to atheism. It should be titled the Sadistic Unsubstantiated Atheist.”
fashiondiza via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/18/23
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“Hi Jess I hope this title got your attention! I love this podcast and I’ve been listening to it for years now! I love Hemant’s investigative journalism, and I love Jess’s commentary—she never fails to say what I’m already thinking. My only critique (with love, Hemant lol) is that I wish Hemant...”Read full review »
VaccinateYoKids via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/16/23
“I love this podcast. Hemant and Jessica discuss the latest news that relates to religion. They aren't grooming atheists and almost never bother trying to debunk religious dogma. The news stories they cover speak volumes about how little morality matters to religious extremists. This podcast...”Read full review »
wwld_dms via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/23
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“I was into this podcast until the episode the Christian postman and Jessica’s argument was absolutely ridiculous she completely didn’t get the point.
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Thisrediculas via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/27/23
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“On this episode about the right for the mailman to be accommodated for not working on Sunday….I painfully listened to that part twice and I have no idea where Jessica got sidetracked on the point that was made. Union workers may can dictate when they won’t work. But non-union businesses…no. My...”Read full review »
Rbjohn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/23
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“Jessicas had a hard time understanding the point on the last episode. I’ll come back when she gets replaced.”
Jc miloa79 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/23
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“Please let each other finish speaking without interruptions. One host constantly talking over the other is genuinely unlistenable.
I literally could not finish this week’s episode (3/7/23) because it devolved into yelling and crosstalk.
I love this podcast and both hosts, I do not love...”Read full review »
SingItBack via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/23
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“After years of listening, I’m calling it quits after this last episode.
10 minutes of a host shrieking! about Socialism/Workers Rights when that had nothing to do with the topic.
This, after years of misandry and racism from the same host.
(Here’s a secret… white men aren’t a monolith and...”Read full review »
74shooter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/23
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“Friendly Atheist is one of the podcasts I most look forward to every week, and has been for a long time. I like how they cover news that affect non-religious folks and the misconduct of religious leaders and organizations.
The best episodes are the ones where both hosts bring topical content to...”Read full review »
Fug Cod via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/23
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“Living in a bright red city can be a lonely place. Thank you for the escape you provide me each week. You’ve got a friend in me.”
ExtraSC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/23
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“Do bees have knees? Listen to this wonderful podcast and that will remain unanswered. But what you will get is an exceptional podcast that covers current events with a more rational approach. This is the only atheist podcast I “religiously “ listen to still because by covering current events it...”Read full review »
air squeeble via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/23
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“Good balance of hosts. Good banter. I cant believe how calmly they talk about infuriating topics. A mature approach for sure”
MeOnEharmony via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/23
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“Hermant…How can you condemn something you haven’t listened to (podcast by Megan Phelps)? I usually find your analysis spot on but the trans issue is a tricky one. It’s not black and white. Let’s hear what JK has to say.”
reason ranter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/23
“We need more female voices in the atheist community. I love Jessica’s snark, humor, and her obvious passion for these topics. I suppose the other guy is okay too.”
Lothadriel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/10/23
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“It’s hard to explain why I listen to an American politics podcast when I’m British but I never miss an episode. As someone who was told I’m as bad as a murderer and kicked out of my church community for being gay, I appreciate hearing an atheist perspective on world issues and it really helped...”Read full review »
elzbarry via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/08/23
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“Great show with singing, feminist rants, and sadness with the state of the world. Also there’s some dude on the podcast, but I don’t normally listen to what he says.”
Ooooooooga via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/23
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“Lovely contrasting personalities in the hosts. Of all the secular news podcasts I get the most entertainment from this one. Same news stories as everyone else (because everyone gets theirs from this one???) but unscripted banter and bickering make it better.”
Trllz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/23
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“This podcast is always a great listen. I love the conversational style of the hosts and how they keep us up-to-date with the latest [mostly] depressing news.”
Hal Peters via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/23
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“My problem lies solely with Jessica. She comes off very loud, obnoxious, and aggressive for literally no reason. This is not how I like to be woken up on my morning commute. Good god…”
idkanp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/23
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“With Hemant rapping of course”
Yellow Blankie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/23
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“She’s a 10 but writes Christian parody music!”
RHolt56 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/17/23
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“Ten stars for the Christian lyrics to Eye of the Tiger (and that’s coming from an ex-evangelical).”
wrdgrl123 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/23
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“The song was amazing”
fatboy193 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/13/23
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“I love the show, but what I really think it needs is more singing. I don’t suppose Hemant could be convinced to sing a duet with Jessica next time, could he?”
Merwyn P. Parperbarr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/23
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“What a super star I love your laugh your insults”
Master of disaster IV via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/17/22
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“You immediately blamed the Christians for the shooting. What you didn’t wait to realize is that the shooter was actually gay as well and would not be motivated by hate for homosexuals. Yes I’m a Christian writing this not with hatred but simply to identify a fact.”
JesusIsKing333 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/15/22
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“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**”
Darin Austin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/02/22
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“As a diagnosed neurodivergent, this show makes my brain happy. Jessica’s rapid fire rants and background commentary behind Hement’s calm(er) structure and sarcasm result in a delightful mix. I get passion and structured chaos along with prescient humanist themes and important stories. Thanks, you...”Read full review »
AreYouHourly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/17/22
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“I like the show but Jessica keeps interupting and derailing Hehmet's points before he can make them. there is good content Jessica continues to derail points and lead them down numerous rabbit holes. Be respectful and let someone finish a thought. Other then that the topics selected and...”Read full review »
Ethaniel44 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/12/22
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“I have considered suicide. Your podcast has helped a lot. I know this is dark. But you two are a light in the dark. Except don’t let Jessica do this drunk again. Please.”
Gear head42 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/22
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“Love the content and the show.. hate the constant reminder that white men are trash. Sorry I had no control over what race I was born Jessica. If this hate keeps up I will stop listening.
UPDATE: I honestly tried to keep listening because I think Hemant talks about relevant subjects but the last...”Read full review »
joe.Jay via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/22
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“This last episode you both talked over each other the entire time and it. Is. So. Frustrating.
Please stop. Take turns. Love you.”
Eliza S8015 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/22
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“First couple of times I hated this show. Then I gave it a chance and couldn’t get enough! Great news commentary from a progressive/free-thought perspective.
Jessica has made me laugh and spit my coffee out on more than one occasion! I live for her drunken cackle.”
Farm Librarian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/03/22
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“I like the program but I really wish Jessica would let an article be fully read before she interjects with questions that are, eventually, answered when the article is complete. It’s kind of like that one kid in high school that couldn’t resist shouting things out and interrupting the teacher.”
Miilliam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/27/22
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“Y’all are so mean to Jessica, leave her alone”
quirreldemort via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/24/22
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“Great podcast which I listen to regularly even though a lot of it concerns US political figures I, as a Brit am unfamiliar with. Yea you’re teaching me a lot. You both do a great job. I listened to your latest episode and the article about the guy who went public to tell people how to raise kids...”Read full review »
atheist brit via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/07/22
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“I love Jessica and Hemant! Jessica’s voice included. I’ve contacted them on several occasions, and they answer with complete professionalism. Jessica’s interview with Mike Flanagan inspired this rating. I’m seven years in rational recovery, and I was thrilled by the interview. I am sorry I cannot...”Read full review »
Alex Atheist via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/17/22
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“Excellent show! I love their take on the world from an atheistic perspective.”
Kelly81il via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/22
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“Jess and Hemant are great! Yay Friendly Atheist”
bofa deeeeez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/22
“I’m not quite getting the “Friendly” part perhaps I’m missing it somehow? These two are the typical Lefty Atheists who treat Islam with kid gloves while constantly attacking Christian’s & Conservatives. How that in any way, shape or form differentiates them from the average Atheist I have...”Read full review »
Conservative Atheist via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/22
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“i love jess she is super awesome.”
WILLIEBONES via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/22
“I lost interest by first two episodes. Expect lot more rationale than covering basics.”
MaharShaf via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/13/22
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“I subscribe to several podcasts, and this is by far my favorite. I listen to it as soon as it hits my feed. As an older white male, I agree with Jessica that often we “are the worst,” and I try every day to not demonstrate that in my life.”
noNotTheOne via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/22
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“Sorry, once a week is not doing it for me! I understand that daily is not possible: you both insist on private lives for some reason 🙄.
So how about a compromise, hmm? Like Monday, Wednesday & Friday? I still have withdrawal over the weekend, less so on Tuesday & Thursday but the extra...”Read full review »
ArcadiaCat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/27/22
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“I love this show so much. Jessica is hilarious. I think she should talk and laugh louder and more. How about that, ya jerks? Hemant is the straight man (although some New IFB pastors disagree), but together they strike a delicious balance. I wish the show were three hours long.”
Kaitlyn Yang via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/21/22
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“Jessica Bluemke is a sparkling gem in the harsh wasteland of the podcastiverse. Her humor, sincerity, and passion shine through in each and every episode.
The other fellow is fine. I think his name is He-Man or some such nonsense.”
G-Man262626 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/22
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“Great hosts, wonderful balance about terrible events. I save podcast this for Sunday and call it my church.”
jmrena via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/22
“Hemant and Jessica make a great pair. Hemant's meticulous coverage is grounded and enlivened by Jessic's verve for a rarely entertaining hour about terrible things.”Read full review »
Improbability_42 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/22
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“As a small blue dot in a sea of red ( southern US), I look forward to this pod every week as a respite from the religious fervor all around me. Thanks Hemant and Jessica for all of this info you share through engaging conversation! And thanks for being an ally to underserved communities 🤝”
t-rex-loves-sugar-cereal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/01/22
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