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The Non-Prophets

The Non-Prophets

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 And we are The Non-Prophets!... airing on the first and third Sunday of every month, starting at 3:00 PM Central (01:30-03:00 UTC) on our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/thenonprophetsaca. The Non-Prophets focuses on atheism and the separation of church and state.

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  • The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.41.3 featuring Jimmy Jr., Jonathan Roudabush, and Eli Slack

    The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.41.3 featuring Jimmy Jr., Jonathan Roudabush, and Eli Slack
    Oct 17 2025
    A deadly attack struck the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue on Yom Kippur, leaving two dead and the Jewish community in terror. This act of religious violence, perpetrated by a planned cell of terrorists, highlights the failure of faith to protect its adherents, forcing them to rely on armed security rather than divine intervention. Hosts explore the bitter irony of communities seeking safety in conflict zones like Israel and criticize the deep historical roots of religious hatred, noting how ancient mythological conflicts—including narratives of genocide in the Torah—continue to fuel modern, global sectarian warfare. The segment concludes that without religion, these perpetual conflicts would cease, underscoring the dangers of mixing religious beliefs with governance.

    News Source:
    Manchester Jewish community reeling after deadly attack
    By Ivana Kotosova for CNN
    October 3rd, 2025

    🔗 https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/02/europe/manchester-jewish-community-reeling-after-deadly-attack-intl-latam

    The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.41.3 featuring Jimmy Jr., Jonathan Roudabush, and Eli Slack

    Attack on Synagogue During Yom Kippur 🚨
    Religion Doesn't Protect You, Armed Guards Do 🛡️
    Genocide Narratives in the Torah Fuel Modern Hate 🔥
    The Irony of Seeking Safety in Israel 🇮🇱
    Six Arrested in Terrorist Cell Plot 🔪
    Can Religious People Live in Peace? 🕊️
    Ancient Conflicts Still Cause Death Today 🌍
    Is Religion Even Necessary? (Spoiler: No) ❌
    When God Fails to Protect His Flock 🐑
    Police Chief Blames UK Government for Attack 😠
    The British Government Recognized Palestine 🇵🇸
    Religious Violence Never Stops 💔
    Stop Killing Each Other Over Mythology 🤦
    The Horrors of Religious Extremism 💣
    Crowd Control at a Terror Scene 🚓


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    24 mins
  • The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.41.2 featuring Jimmy Jr., Jonathan Roudabush, and Eli Slack

    The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.41.2 featuring Jimmy Jr., Jonathan Roudabush, and Eli Slack
    Oct 15 2025
    Finding local atheist community is nerve-wracking for new non-believers who fear rejection and marginalization from friends, family, and society. The pervasive "Christonormativity" or "Theo-normativity" makes atheists feel inherently "weird" for simply existing, which fuels widespread fear despite modern communication tools. Straight white men are often more likely to adopt the atheist label, while women and people of color face compounded isolation, fearing negative "second and third order effects". Building small, local tribes through efforts like charity work is vital to combat the perception that atheists are uncaring. Ultimately, the goal is reaching a secular world where non-belief is viewed as just as natural as not being racist".

    News Source: Kristina Lee: Building Atheist Community By Robert Bernstein for Ed Hat Santa Barbara September 22nd, 2025

    🔗 https://www.edhat.com/news/kristina-lee-building-atheist-community/

    The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.41.2 featuring Jimmy Jr., Jonathan Roudabush, and Eli Slack

    Atheism is Not a Monolith 🤯
    Escaping Theo-Normativity 👤
    The Rewards of Atheist Community ✨
    Why Are Atheists So Scared? 😨
    Finding Your Local Non-Belief Tribe ☕
    Building Community Through Charity 🤝
    The Infidel Convention of 1845 📜
    Second and Third Order Effects of Rejection 🚫
    White Privilege and the Atheist Label 🙋‍♂️
    Don't Lose a Friend Over an Argument 🗣️
    Where Does Atheist History Go? 🌍
    Non-Belief Should Be Natural 🌿
    Atheists Still Fear "Cancellation" 🔪
    Dogma Stifles Creativity and Ethics 🧠
    How to Start a Local Atheist Group 🏘️


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    24 mins
  • 24.41.1

    24.41.1
    Oct 13 2025
    A musician was sentenced to death for blasphemy under Sharia law in Nigeria, highlighting the tension between brutal religious courts and the nation's protective secular constitution. The Supreme Court intervened, recognizing that rapid sentencing by the local Sharia court often seeks to bypass constitutional protections before citizens can exercise their rights. This case exemplifies the political volatility of upholding modern secular law against entrenched traditional religious demands, where theological disagreements can result in capital punishment.

    News Source:
    Nigeria's Supreme Court allows late appeal in Kano blasphemy case
    By Camillus Ebo for Reuters
    September 25, 2025

    🔗 https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/nigerias-supreme-court-allows-late-appeal-kano-blasphemy-case-2025-09-25/

    The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.41.1 featuring Jimmy Jr., Jonathan Roudabush, and Eli Slack

    Death Sentence for Saying Good Things 🙏
    Secular Law vs. Sharia Expediency ⚖️
    Nigerian Blasphemy Case Hits Supreme Court 🇳🇬
    Elevating an Imam Gets You Executed 💀
    The Politics of Religious Unrest 🗳️
    Constitutional Rights Over Holy Law 📖
    Brutal Religious Justice Exposed 🩸
    No Defense Attorney Allowed in Court 🚫
    Blasphemy Laws Violate Human Rights 🚨
    Sharia Law's Death Penalty Threatens Nigeria 🔪
    When Local Customs Demand Bloodshed 💔
    Supreme Court Fights Execution Clock ⏱️
    Freedom of Thought is Protected (Unless...) 💭
    Religious Crime in a Secular State 🤔
    Traditional Feuds, Modern Courts 🌍

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    24 mins
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