Best Lizzy and AI hosts Podcasts (2025)

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44. Lizzi Collinge MP on Applying Humanist Values in British Politics 38:17

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“I believe in autonomy, I believe in choice, I believe in human freedom, and I believe in having less suffering… all of which are fundamentally humanist values.” – Lizzi Collinge MP Lizzi Collinge—Labour MP for Morecambe & Lunesdale and Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Humanist Group—shares how openly declaring “I am a humanist” now shapes her …

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43. Katherine Lacefield on Moving from Confrontation to Connection & Campaigning for Causes that Welcome Everyone 36:22

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"Compassion has no borders" - Katherine Lacefield Katherine Lacefield—founder of Just Be Cause Consulting—shares why swapping confrontational animal-rights tactics for compassion-first community building creates deeper, lasting change for animals, people and the planet. Connect with Katherine Website – justbecause.consulting Facebook – @JustBeCause…

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275: From the Battlefield to the CBD Boardroom: Craig Henderson of Extract Labs 1:12:40

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Craig Henderson is the CEO of Extract Labs, a Boulder, Colorado-based full-service hemp extraction laboratory offering a proprietary line of boutique CBD-infused products. Craig started the company in his garage in 2016. This Episode is Sponsored By: Jon Ostenson, Founder of FranBridge Consulting and Top 1% US Franchise Consultant is here to help y…

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42. Peruvian Association of Atheist on How Humanist Weddings, Naming & Funerals are Driving Peru's Secular Revolution 35:35

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“Rituals are in the roots of our humankind.” — Iván Antezana Adrián Núñez and Iván Antezana—leading organisers of the Peruvian Association of Atheists (APERAT)—reveal how their victory in the 2025 Humanist Accelerator Program is turning the dream of legally-recognised humanist ceremonies into a nationwide reality, challenging deep-rooted stigma and…

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41. Bridget Shirvell on Parenting in a Climate Crisis: Teaching Kids Curiosity, Resilience & Hope 32:22

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“Research has found that the amount of questions kids ask dramatically decreases once they start formalized education.” – Bridget Shirvell Journalist and climate-communicator Bridget Shirvell joins Humanism Now to share a four-part roadmap—feel, love, build, act—for raising climate-resilient kids. Drawing on her new book Parenting in a Climate Cris…

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40. Nick Cooney on Going Beyond Good Intentions & the Ethical Impact of What We Leave Undone 44:20

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“Focusing on the positive outcomes gives you agency; you can literally see the progress happening and that keeps you moving forward.” - Nick Cooney Nick Cooney is a social entrepreneur, alternative‑protein investor, and author. He joins Humanism Now to discuss to unpack the hidden moral cost of doing nothing. Drawing on insights from his new book W…

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39. Dr Bo Bennett on Sharpening Critical Thinking, Logical Fallacies & Persuasive Dialogue 38:31

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“We need to care more about believing what is true than being right and being proved right.” - Bo Bennet With outrage-bait, memes and “gotcha” clips swarming every feed, being able to think about our thinking is no longer optional. Social psychologist, entrepreneur and Positive Humanism author Dr Bo Bennett joins host James Hodgson to show why crit…

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38. Julie Pham on Mastering Curiosity as a Practice 32:40

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“Curiosity isn’t a trait — it’s a practice. And like any practice, we have to keep doing it even when it’s hard.” — Dr. Julie Pham In this episode of Humanism Now, we explore curiosity as a practice. Dr. Julie Pham — social scientist, community builder, and author of the bestselling 7 Forms of Respect® — joins us to unpack how curiosity, respect, a…

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37. Rachael Reign on Coercive Control Beyond the Home: Protecting Cult Survivors 49:19

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“Surviving isn’t just about leaving — it’s about learning to trust yourself again after someone else’s voice has lived in your head for years.” — Rachael Reign In this powerful episode of Humanism Now, Rachael Reign, survivor and founder of Surviving Universal UK, shares her deeply personal story of escaping spiritual abuse and coercive control and…

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274: The Cable Cowboy Who Went from Broke to Broadband 🤠 | Terry Koosed of Bel Air Internet 2:16:14

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Terry Koosed is the Founder of Bel Air Internet, a Los Angeles based Internet Service Provider, and a leading authority on successful entrepreneurship. He has founded and successfully run seven companies in the high-tech industry during the past 40 years, sometimes concurrently, and is what some would call, a serial entrepreneur. Listen to Part II,…

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36. JC Candanedo on Art as Activism for Solidarity, Identity and Representation 41:32

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"Inclusion isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about creating a space where people feel safe enough to stay." - JC Candanedo Artist, activist, and humanist JC Candanedo shares his journey from a Catholic school in Panama to the art studios of London. His work weaves together identity, displacement, and community action, exploring how creativity can cha…

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35. Lindsay de Wal on Redefining Chaplaincy & the Rise of non-religious Pastoral Care in the NHS 31:16

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"Transcendence is the connection with something wider; the world, the cosmos, nature, other fellow human beings, and doing good in this life"— Dr Lindsay De Wal When Dr Lindsay De Wal became the first non-religious head of chaplaincy in the NHS, she redefined what spiritual support can look like in modern healthcare. From sceptical colleagues to in…

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34. Michael Bauer on Community Services Without Religion: Practical Humanism for a Secular Future 31:43

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“The highest value, the most precious value we have is not peace—it’s freedom.” — Michael Bauer This week on Humanism Now, we’re joined by Michael Bauer, CEO of Germany’s Humanistische Vereinigung—a 175-year-old humanist organisation offering professional community services without religion, grounded in ethics, dignity, and freedom. From ceremony t…

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33. Audrey Simmons & Lola Tinubu on Keeping the Faith Out of the Classroom: Smart Move or Overreach? 22:55

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This episode was originally recorded in May 2024. "What we have in common is what is taking us forward." — Lola Tinubu In May 2024, the High Court ruled that Michaela Community School’s “prayer ban” did not unlawfully interfere with students’ rights to religious freedom. This landmark decision reaffirmed the importance of secular education in promo…

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32. Alan Palmer on Finding Common Ground Through Faith Dialogues 18:59

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“If we focus so much on the 5% that divides us, we miss the 95% we already share.” — Alan Palmer Alan Palmer is the former Chair of Central London Humanists, a trustee of Humanists UK, and a long-time NHS Trust Director. With over 17 years of experience in grassroots organising, Alan shares how London’s most active humanist group grew from pub chat…

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31. Katherine Stewart on Money, Lies & God: How Billionaires Weaponised Religion to Undermine Democracy 34:44

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The pro-life religion we see today is a modern creation. It was created for political purposes." — Katherine Stewart Katherine Stewart is an award-winning journalist and author, who has investigated the rise of religious nationalism and its impact on democracy for over 15 years. Her work appears in The New York Times and The New Republic. She is th…

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273: Publishing to EdTech: The Unlikely Road to Evolution Labs with Founder Peter Kraft 1:26:53

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Peter Kraft is the Founder and President of Evolution Labs. Prior to founding Evolution Labs, Kraft was instrumental in forming and re-envisioning two educational software companies that led the industry in recruitment, enrollment and retention of college students. He co-founded GoalQuest in 2000 and served as its CEO until 2007 when he spearheaded…

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30. S.I. Martin on Uncovering Britain's Hidden Histories & the Power of Storytelling 29:34

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"Isn't it true that we are the stories we tell ourselves?" — S.I. Martin This week on Humanism Now, we’re joined by S.I. Martin—historian, author, and patron of Humanists UK—whose work has reshaped how we understand Black British history and the power of storytelling. From his upbringing in a religious family in Bedford to decades spent uncovering …

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29. Faith to Faithless on Finding Community after Leaving High-Control Groups (part of Podcastathon 2025) 45:04

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This special episode of Humanism Now is released as part of Podcastathon 2025, the world’s largest podcast charity initiative. We’re proud to dedicate this episode to Faith to Faithless, a programme by Humanists UK supporting those leaving high-control religious groups. Three incredible guests—George, Leena, and Sarah—share raw, courageous accounts…

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272: From Selling Phones Out of a Van to Leading a 9-Figure Empire | Brett Beveridge of T-ROC 1:13:10

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Brett Beveridge is the President of The Revenue Optimization Companies. Brett is an entrepreneurial, results-driven executive with over 20 years of experience and success in the wireless and technology industries. He has hands-on success in start-ups, profit turnarounds, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs and fundraising and is the driving force behind…

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28. Susie Alegre on the Algorithmic Assault on Human Rights: How AI Threatens Our Core Freedoms 39:58

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AI technologies pose significant threats to fundamental human rights, reinforcing historical biases and power imbalances. This week, we are joined by Susie Alegre, international human rights lawyer and author, to explore the impact of generative AI on gender and racial equality, labour markets, and information ecosystems. Susie has worked for inter…

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27. Happy Human Lithuania on the Magic of Humanist Ceremonies & Growing Social Enterprises 30:12

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Humanist ceremonies—weddings, namings, and funerals—are growing rapidly worldwide, offering non-religious, deeply personal ways to mark life’s most significant moments. Laimingas Žmogus (Happy Human) is a social enterprise based in Lithuania, dedicated to making these ceremonies accessible and meaningful. This week we are delighted to be joined by …

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271: How to Breathe Life into a Business... Dr. Dan Cohen of Breathe Right Strips 55:39

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Dr. Dan Cohen is the former Chairman of CNS, Incorporated. Dr. Cohen was the driving force behind the meteoric rise of Breathe Right nasal strips, acquiring the rights to manufacture and sell the product for the medical equipment company he founded in 1982. In 2006, GlaxoSmithKline acquired CNS, including its Breathe Right nasal strips and FiberCho…

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270: Once Again, the Return of the Non-Food Franchise King: Jon Ostenson of Franbridge Consulting 59:52

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Jon Ostenson is the Founder of FranBridge Consulting. Jon is a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he is able to commit ov…

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269: Blowing Minds with Carey Smith: The Big Ass Fans Story! 🫏... 1:12:04

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Carey Smith founded Big Ass Fans in 1999 and served as its Chief Big Ass until the company's sale in 2017. Under his guidance, Big Ass Fans grew an average of 30% a year, with offices across the globe. It made the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies 11 consecutive years — a feat achieved by only 34 others — and expanded from industr…

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What Is the Three-Body Problem? Chaos and Cosmic Balance Explained 10:33

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What happens when a third planet joins the mix? Chaos, that’s what. We break down the Three-Body Problem, why two is company and three is total cosmic havoc. Learn why even the slightest nudge can send planets spiraling and how Laplace tried to keep it cool with Jupiter. It’s all about celestial drama, stability vs. chaos, and how our solar system …

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What’s the Point of Death? Finding Life’s Meaning with Stoics, Todd May, Reincarnation & More 14:01

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What death really means for how we live? Our AI hosts dive deep into Todd May’s book 'Death' insights on mortality, fragility, and finding purpose. As the philosophical consultant for The Good Place series, May helped shape the show’s existential themes, blending humor with hard truths about life and death. Beyond Hollywood, he’s a philosophy profe…

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Why Is the Sky Blue? Rainbows, Clouds, and More Atmospheric Wonders 21:12

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Ever wondered why the sky flexes blue or why sunsets go full orange glow? It’s all about scattered light and some wild atmospheric vibes. We’ll break down how clouds weigh tons (no cap), what makes rainbows personal, and how thunderstorms throw lightning. Our AI hosts keep it real—no boring science class vibes, just sky-high facts you didn’t know y…

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Why Do We Sleep? Dreams, Caffeine, and Your Brain on Snooze with AI Hosts 25:45

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Ever wonder why you can’t function without coffee or why dreams get hella weird sometimes? This ep dives deep. Our AI hosts break down the science of sleep—from why your brain fights to stay awake to the caffeine drama that keeps it hyped. Plus, we’re spilling on dreams, lucid vibes, and the hacks to get your best snooze. Let’s make sure you’re not…

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Why Does the Moon Control Our Tides? Phases, Eclipses, and Cosmic Balance 18:42

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Ever wondered why the Moon doesn’t crash into Earth or how it makes waves (literally)? We’ve got you. Our AI hosts unpack everything from tidal forces and lunar phases to the truth about ‘dark sides.’ Learn how the Moon shapes life on Earth and why its influence is more than just folklore.By Lizzy and AI hosts

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26. Nathan Stilwell on the Need for Compassionate Assisted Dying Legislation & End of Life Care 31:34

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Welcome back to Humanism Now for a special episode coinciding with the critical upcoming UK Parliament vote on assisted dying — a pivotal moment we've long campaigned for and debated. In this episode we hear how what the bill entails, why it matters and how safe assisted dying aligns with values of compassion and autonomy. Joining us is Nathan Stil…

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268: Manufacturing Shutters & Company Culture | 🪟 Rick Skidmore of Timberlane Inc. 1:06:53

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Rick Skidmore is the Founder and CEO at Timberlane, Inc. Having been born an entrepreneur, it should have been clear early on that despite considerable success in the insurance and investment industry, Rick's future was outside the traditional career path. Rick founded his current company, Timberlane Inc., in 1995, based on a passion and a gaping n…

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What’s a Photon? Time Dilation and the Speed of Light with AI Hosts 10:45

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What if we told you that time, as you know it, isn’t real? Our AI hosts are here to spill the science behind photons and time dilation, breaking down how light, speed, and time all mess with your reality. We’ll dive into why you’re always looking into the past and how this mind-bending concept can totally shift how you see your life. Get ready to r…

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How Do Hurricanes Work? Hurricane Milton, Rain, Storms and More Explained with AI Hosts 12:16

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Why it rains, why hurricanes hit so hard, or how clouds even work? Our AI hosts are breaking it all down—no boring textbook stuff, just straight-up facts that’ll make you sound like the smartest one in the room. From why Florida always gets slammed with hurricanes like Milton to how rain can mess with your plans, we’ve got the science behind it all…

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How to Stop Comparing Yourself? Existentialism, and the Garden Analogy with AI Hosts 15:21

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Ever feel like you’re stuck comparing yourself to everyone else? Time to change that. Think of your life like a garden—your growth, your rules. Our AI hosts are here to spill the tea on why chasing external validation is a dead end and how you can thrive by focusing on your own path. With a mix of existentialism and Self-Determination Theory, we’ll…

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What Are Newton’s 3 Laws? How They Apply to Life and Love with AI Hosts 10:22

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Think Newton’s laws are just for science class? Think again. These three simple rules explain not only how things move, but how you can move through life. Our AI hosts break down how inertia keeps you stuck, why big goals need big effort, and how every action you take comes back to you. Ready to apply physics to love, work, and everything in betwee…

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Why Doubt Matters? Descartes, Kant, and Big Questions with AI Hosts 10:28

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Ever wondered if everything you know might be a lie and life’s giving you major “what’s real” vibes? From Descartes’ “I think, therefore I am” to Kant’s wild ideas on how our minds lowkey shape reality, we’re serving up the what, how, and why of philosophical doubt. Our AI hosts—who’ve got more rizz than a philosophy professor—spill the tea on life…

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267: Powering Innovation: Jim Kalb's Journey with OptiFuse & the Future of Fuses!⚡ 1:25:19

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Jim Kalb is currently the President of OptiFuse, an innovative high-growth manufacturer of power protection components distributed by high-quality select wholesalers throughout the world. OptiFuse has been listed on the Inc. 5000 for the last 5 years, as well as being named as one of Forbe's magazines "25 Best Small Companies" in 2017. This Episode…

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266: Wheels of Fortune: 🚲 Team USA's Path to Tour de France Victory (Anne Hed of HED Cycling) 1:08:07

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Anne Hed is a lifetime resident of Minnesota. Her history as a business owner began back in the 1980’s, when she raced as a professional triathlete. She completed eight Ironman Triathlons in Hawaii, and met her late husband, Steve, through the sport. He became one of her first sponsors... This Episode is Sponsored By: Jon Ostenson, Founder of FranB…

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265: Building a Sparkling Soda Fireworks Store?!? | 🎉 Mark Lazarchic of Serenity Ventures 1:15:20

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Mark Lazarchic is the CEO of Serenity Venture Group. He describes himself as a serial entrepreneur with eyes always open. Mark is the owner of multiple successful startup businesses in very competitive markets. Mark has spent the last 10 years being amazed at the level of mediocrity accepted by the public in business. At all levels... This Episode …

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25. Paul Harrison on Humanists in Business, plus Approaches to Activism Discussion 1:06:28

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"It's difficult to think of an area of work life that isn't connected to humanistic thought. If you start with ideas around the dignity of each human, compassion, kindness, ambitions, ways to behave, being evidence-based and being equitable, fair and not biased wherever possible, you start to understand that those are the foundational concepts of h…

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24. Lori Marriott on Humanist Climate Action 1:12:57

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"A key tenet of humanism is empathy. Whether that's empathy for those around us or to all humans, but also we should extend that to all life of exists, and then forward in time, to future generations." - Lori Marriott This week, Katia & Mark join the panel to discuss the merits of identifying with the humanist label. Plus we hear from Lori Marriott…

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23. Ariel Pontes on the Quest for Ethical Consciousness in a Divided World 1:24:37

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"It's really not as hard as people think to have a peaceful conversation with somebody who disagrees profoundly with you on deep questions." - Ariel Pontes This week on Humanism Now we share our wide ranging interview with Ariel Pontes, a writer, podcast host and advocate for humanism, effective altruism, animal welfare and productive dialogue to c…

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264: From Clothing Manufacturer, to Franchise Owner, to Starting the Tint World Franchise | Ex-CEO of Meineke, Charles Bonfiglio, shares his Journey 🚗… 1:21:14

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Charles J. Bonfiglio is the Franchise Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Tint World. The company is a privately owned franchise chain of independent retail window tinting, mobile electronics, auto accessories and appearance centers. As the lead executive of Tint World, Charles is responsible for all functions related to the development and leader…

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22. Ojas Singh Bhanot on Cultivating Student Groups plus Fostering Scientific Literacy in Society 1:04:22

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"Humanism is about human goodness, appreciating reason & potential" - Ojas Singh Bhanot This week on Humanism Now, Mark & Nicole join the panel to discuss how illegal faith schools deny children the right to science, the importance of promoting scientific literacy across society and the impact of scientific fraud. This week's interview is with Ojas…

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21. Valerie Jack on Finding Peace in Grief without God 59:23

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“The irony of man's condition is that the deepest need is to be free of the anxiety of death and annihilation; but it is life itself which awakens it, and so we must shrink from being fully alive.” ― Ernest Becker, The Denial of Death Episode References: BBC News: New extremism definition unveiled by government Humanists UK: Extremists ‘negate the …

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263: Using Real Human Connections to Achieve Exceptional Success... Doug Brown of CEO Sales Strategies 1:59:52

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Doug C. Brown is the CEO of CEO Sales Strategies and a Sales Revenue and Profit Growth Expert. He has led client award-winning and high-performance teams as well as pioneered profitable development programs for companies. He has advised companies such as Intuit, CBS Television, Procter & Gamble, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Nationwide, Embassy Suites, In…

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20. Monica Belițoiu, ASUR on Championing Secularism & Science Across Europe 1:04:43

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Welcome back to Humanism Now! This week AJ & Mark from the Central London Humanists join the panel to discuss the latest news, plus our interview with Monica Belițoiu, Chair of The Romanian Secular Humanist Association (ASUR) . Episode References Humanist UK; Dr Rebecca Wragg Sykes awarded Darwin Day Medal Rebecca Wragg Sykes Interview Humanists UK…

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19. Celebrating International Women's Day! Conversation on Feminism and Humanism 54:27

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Welcome to Humanism Now's International Women's Day Special hosted by Audrey Simmons (Association of Black Humanists & CLH) and featuring Lola Tinubu (Assoc. Black Humanists & CLH), Katia Urquiza (Central London Humanists) & Nicole Shasha (Leicester Humanists and Young Humanists) who discuss; The importance of IWD today Does being humanist imply be…

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18. Leo Igwe on New Future for Freethought, Atheism and Humanism in Africa 1:31:17

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"We should acknowledge that humanism is something that beats in the heart of every human being" Dr Leo Igwe This week James, Lola & AJ are joined by legendary human rights activist, Leo Igwe. We discuss the merits of Darwin Day, Leo's decades of campaigning for freethought and against superstition and Leo's vision for a new future for atheism and h…

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