Christian Candidate Too Extreme for Australia (Hemant Mehta and Jessica Bluemke, The Friendly Atheist podast #627)

— Federal judge blocks Arkansas law forcing Ten Commandments displays in public schools. (0:37)

— South Australia political party dumps Christian candidate over anti-gay, anti-feminist rants. (14:47)

— Nebraska “prophet” says God needs him to have access to a private jet. (26:28)

— Indiana judge says state’s abortion ban violates religious freedom of those seeking abortions. (40:08)

— A Utah lawmaker didn’t try to codify the Mormon “Word of Wisdom.” He was just making a point. (51:30)

— Extremist pastor plots comeback campaign in deep-red Oklahoma district. (1:06:55)

— Alabama House passes bill forcing public schools to begin day with student-led prayer. (1:17:50)
Interview: 

https://friendlyatheistpodcast.com/2026/03/19/christian-candidate-too-extreme-for-australia/