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.

  • 49 minutes 24 seconds
    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.

    29 January 2026, 8:33 pm
  • 49 minutes 43 seconds
    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."

    22 January 2026, 8:20 pm
  • 49 minutes 24 seconds
    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!

    15 January 2026, 7:32 pm
  • 49 minutes 44 seconds
    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.

    8 January 2026, 9:03 pm
  • 49 minutes 24 seconds
    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.

    31 December 2025, 3:03 pm
  • 49 minutes 44 seconds
    The Good Trump

    Donald Trump's niece, Mary L. Trump, explains why her uncle is the real Grinch.

    24 December 2025, 3:41 pm
  • 49 minutes 43 seconds
    The Solstice Is the Reason

    Celebrating with music and readings, we explain why the Winter Solstice is the true "Reason for the Season."

    19 December 2025, 8:11 pm
  • 49 minutes 43 seconds
    The Solstice Is the Reason

    Celebrating with music and readings, we explain why the Winter Solstice is the true "Reason for the Season."

    18 December 2025, 4:36 pm
  • 49 minutes 24 seconds
    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.

    12 December 2025, 12:40 am
  • 49 minutes 40 seconds
    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.

    4 December 2025, 6:26 pm
  • 49 minutes 43 seconds
    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.

    26 November 2025, 7:16 pm
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