Category: not so polite dinner conversation

Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – “Abracapocus!” plus lots of collateral damage – the peculiar story of the “exodus”, part 2

After re-reading the story in exodus, I think I would be overjoyed to find out that there is no evidence for this nonsense if I were a believer. The characters are not the sharpest knives in the block. A quick overview of what has gone before.   We have a reluctant leader and a god that … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – “Abracapocus!” plus lots of collateral damage – the peculiar story of the “exodus”, part 2 →

Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – “let my people go……. For a long weekend!” the peculiar story of the “exodus”, part 1

The newest Bible as Conan movie candidate is “Exodus: Gods and Kings”. It’s a Cecil B. De Mille-ian event with a cast of at least digital thousands. I haven’t seen the movie yet, but I have watched the Discovery Channel show that is trying to ride its coattails. I’ll review that after I’ve reviewed the … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – “let my people go……. For a long weekend!” the peculiar story of the “exodus”, part 1 →

Not So Polite Dinner conversation – you’d think it was a scarecrow convention, with all of the straw men

The title's a bit of a hyperbole but I just couldn't resist using it.  It’s been an interesting, if typical, week discussing gods with believers. I have been told that I would get Real Soon Now™ the “right” answer to Romans 9; that claiming that I believed something I do not is just incorrect not … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner conversation – you’d think it was a scarecrow convention, with all of the straw men →

Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – My thoughts on the Ferguson incidents

The internet is abuzz the Ferguson shooting.   It seems that some people are a bit confused on what happened, and are willing to just say “well, of course the white guy got off.” Or that “of course the black people rioted and harmed people who did nothing to them.” These are my thoughts, just to … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – My thoughts on the Ferguson incidents →

Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – science proves Chrisitanity is true? Oh do tell.

I’ve recently run into a Christian named Diana Lesperance. She is the classic evangelical Christian, creationist, and sure that her version of Christian is the only “right” one. She’s written a book “The Narrow Way: biblical and historical proof that God is Great” as a response to Chris Hitchens's book. That book must be quite … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – science proves Chrisitanity is true? Oh do tell. →

Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – I get more fan mail or “someone sent me a million dollar bill”

First, welcome to you new folks who have chosen to follow my blog.   We have a nice mix of Christians, atheists and agnostics. I’m not aware of any other types of theists. If you do use my blog as fodder for your own, please let me know.   Please feel free to comment or ask questions, … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – I get more fan mail or “someone sent me a million dollar bill” →

Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Did you miss the social anarchy? Cal Thomas and the usual deceit by Christian conservatives

Seems like we have a wealth of less than true comments here in the news from conservative Christians. Here in the US, the Supreme Court has essentially abdicated its responsibility and has left a series of lower court decisions to stand when it comes to the legality of same sex marriage. They have let the … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Did you miss the social anarchy? Cal Thomas and the usual deceit by Christian conservatives →

Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Surprise! No, not really. Theists lie to Supreme Court.

Hello folks, sorry I’ve been quiet for a while. But it’s for the best reasons: I have a new job! In 8 days I shall be back in my alter ego as administrative assistant for a non-profit.   My sojourn in retail has been interesting and occasionally fun, but I am so happy to be out … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Surprise! No, not really. Theists lie to Supreme Court. →

Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – well, at least it shows that many theists are wrong again

I've been observing the current tussling in the atheosphere, about who has said what, and means what, who's a feminist, who's a sexist asshole, what women are, what men are. who's a liberal, who's a conservative, who simply can't express themselves without screwing up,  etc etc.  It's rather sad and annoying.   Yes, there are people I … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – well, at least it shows that many theists are wrong again →