Secular Left
By Douglas Berger
There is a well organized and well funded effort to gut the Bill of Rights in this country and in the age of Trump, secular people seem to taking it on the chin more often. Secular Left is meant to be the light in the fog of Christian Nationalism supporting the idea that toxic religious belief is the root of most social justice issues today.
Latest episode
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Indoctrination or Education? The Controversial Push for Religious Programs in Public-Schools
In this episode, we delve into the current legislative climate in Ohio as the state legislature rushes through a series of controversial bills during the lame duck session. The urgency to pass these bills stems from the impending expiration of the Ge… -
Democrats Post-Election Loss Freak Out
We take a deep dive into the recent election and its ramifications, focusing particularly on the Democrats' surprising loss and the implications for future campaigns. We look at both the evident and subtle factors that contributed to this outcome. Be… -
Secular Voices in Politics: Sarah Levin on Representation and Change
We speak with secular political activist Sarah Levin about the evolving landscape for secular voters within the Democratic Party, the implications of interfaith coalitions, and the role of non-religious constituents in upcoming elections.We also expl… -
Truth Is Scarce During Campaign Season
We look into the murky waters of political dishonesty prevalent during the current election cycle, particularly focusing on the blatant lies propagated in political advertisements. With election day swiftly approaching, it’s easy to lose sight of the… -
The Trump GOP and The Crutch of Divisive Immigration Tactics
We look at the alarming trend of Republican rhetoric surrounding immigration, particularly their attempts to vilify Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio. Drawing comparisons to the divisive strategies of Ronald Reagan in the 1980s, we explore how … -
GOP Immigration Fear-mongering and Defending Secular Public Education
We investigate the political tactics of the Republican Party as we approach the election season, highlighting their reliance on divisive rhetoric around immigration rather than substantive policy proposals. With a convicted felon leading the party, i… -
People Are Looking For Accountability In 2024
We Don't Want Empty Promises, Party Manipulations, Or Politcal Bridge BurningWe look into the ongoing political landscape in Ohio, dissecting the implications of a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at curbing gerrymandering that could potential… -
Very Good Reasons Why You Should Vote For Trump
In this spicy episode, we give you many reasons why voting for Donald Trump in the upcoming election is not a wise choice. We look into the history of the 2024 presidential election, highlighting the lack of merit in considering Trump as a viable can… -
Lifewise Academy Exposed: The Dangerous Intersection of Religion and Public Schools with Zach Parrish and Molly Gaines
In this jammed packed episode, we talk with Zach and Molly, parents who are taking a stand against LifeWise Academy, an evangelical Christian nationalist group that has found a way to seep into public schools through a legal loophole. They have forme… -
Christian Nationalism in Legislation: Facts vs. Fear
In this episode, we open with noting a recent US Supreme Court decision in a social media censorship case. Then we discuss the hysteria in Ohio over trans women playing sports and the unconstitutional Ten Commandments law recently enacted in Louisian…
