Freethought Radio

Freedom From Religion Foundation

A weekly show, broadcast live from Madison, Wis., on 92.1 FM, Saturdays 11 a.m. to 12 noon. Hosted by Dan Barker and Annie Laurie Gaylor, co-presidents, Freedom From Religion Foundation. Slightly irreverent views, news, music and interviews.

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March 12 · 49 min
Christian Nationalist Zionists
We talk about the Iran war with Mother Jones national correspondent Kiera Butler, author of the article: "Trump's Holy Warriors Finally Got the Apocalypse They've Prayed For."
March 5 · 49 min
Free Betty
Moroccan feminist/activist/freethinker Ibtissame ("Betty") Lachgar is in prison for wearing a T-shirt that insulted Islam. Hear about her harrowing story and about how you can help to free her.
February 26 · 49 min
A Teacher's Dilemma
After reporting state/church news, we talk with Texas schoolteacher Gigi Cervantes who tells us why she quit her job rather than force the Ten Commandments on students.
February 19 · 49 min
Black Secularism and the Scopes Trial: A Century of Freethought
FFRF Communications Director Amit Pal and FFRF Multimedia Producer Leo Costello break down the latest state-church headlines, including troubling rhetoric at the National Gathering for Prayer and Repentance led by House Speaker Mike Johnson. Then, historian Chris Cameron explores the freethinkers of color who helped build a powerful tradition of Black secularism in America.
February 12 · 49 min
The Future of the Freethought Caucus
FFRF Staff Attorney Sammi Lawrence reports about a high school softball team in Missouri that had religion pushed on it, and how FFRF was able to put a stop to this. Then, U.S. Rep. Jared Huffman reviews this year's National Prayer Breakfast in D.C. and provides some insight into future plans for the Congressional Freethought Caucus.
February 5 · 49 min
The Feminist Skeptic
FFRF Legal Director Patrick Elliott reports on FFRF's exciting new legal developments to protect state/church separation. Then as a memorial tribute, we play an interview of Barbara G. Walker, a provocative bestselling skeptic and feminist who died recently.
January 29 · 49 min
The end of a cult
Peruvian journalist Paola Ugaz tells us how her investigation (with colleague Pedro Salinas) led to the downfall of the Sodalitium, a Catholic cult that was sexually, physically and psychologically abusing young people.
January 22 · 49 min
From Myths to Science
What is a "godman"? Tune in to find out. FFRF Senior Attorney Sam Grover gives an eyewitness account of oral arguments over Ten Commandments-in-schools court challenges. Next, Gauhar Raza, an Indian scientist, poet and social activist, tells us about his latest book, "From Myths to Science."
January 15 · 49 min
The Soul Delusion
Before talking with David P. Barash about his provocative new book, "The Soul Delusion," Freethought Radio comments on timely national news and this week's major FFRF victories!
January 8 · 49 min
Haram Doodles
An ex-Muslim "artivist" — that's artist combined with activist — called Haram Doodles uses art to express dissent against the strictures of Islam.
Dec 31, 2025 · 49 min
Separate Church and Hate
Actor, comedian and broadcaster John Fugelsang describes his new book, Separation of Church and Hate. FFRF's Legal Director Patrick Elliott sums up our many accomplishments in 2025.
Dec 24, 2025 · 49 min
The Good Trump
Donald Trump's niece, Mary L. Trump, explains why her uncle is the real Grinch.
Dec 19, 2025 · 49 min
The Solstice Is the Reason
Celebrating with music and readings, we explain why the Winter Solstice is the true "Reason for the Season."
Dec 18, 2025 · 49 min
The Solstice Is the Reason
Celebrating with music and readings, we explain why the Winter Solstice is the true "Reason for the Season."
Dec 12, 2025 · 49 min
Nigerian human rights activist tells it like it is
Dr. Leo Igwe, who is a noted human rights activist in Nigeria, talks about the religious violence in Nigeria and explains why Trump's saber-rattling isn't helping. The video version of this interview is also available on YouTube.
Dec 4, 2025 · 49 min
Escape from Scientology
Pamela Nickel Williams, author of the memoir Clearly Lies Are True, tells us what it was like growing up in Scientology, and how she escaped that abusive cult.
Nov 26, 2025 · 49 min
Let's All Give Thanks
We are thankful for the many speakers and performers at FFRF's 48th annual convention. We listen to 20 clips from that entertaining and enlightening event.
Nov 20, 2025 · 49 min
Fighting for Freedom
Herb Silverman tells us how he fought the state of South Carolina to allow atheists to run for public office, and Nancy Northup, president of the Center for Reproductive Rights, describes the state of abortion rights across the country.
Nov 13, 2025 · 49 min
Defending Democracy
New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie tells us how we can defend democracy against the threat of Christian nationalism.
Nov 6, 2025 · 49 min
"So Help Me FFRF"
After talking about warning labels on bibles and reporting on state/church news, we hear Brandi Carlile's new song "Church and State." FFRF Senior Litigation Counsel Sam Grover joins us to talk about our newest lawsuit with South Carolina plaintiff Jim Reel, who was denied becoming a poll worker because he could not swear "so help me God."