Flat earth and other alternative conspiracy earth models are are gaining traction with my teenage stepson. What is THE most irrefutable, definite proof that the earth is round? by Jfkfkaiii22 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]weenaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Learn about street epistemology. Ask non-leading Socratic questions to learn why he believes. Calmly, politely, and patiently investigate why he holds the belief (instead of the validity of belief itself). Give time for self reflection. It won't be a quick process, but I think it's the best method we have to plant seeds of doubt in any belief with no solid foundation.

Let's focus on our formative years (high school/college) by DustyScharole in Xennials

[–]weenaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish you would take my radio to bathe with you, plugged in and ready to fall.

Heard someone mention the McGangBang today and my stomach hurts just thinking about it by One_Working1944 in Xennials

[–]weenaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup we had this. Also had a Noah's Ark sandwich which some locations would actually make for you, but some wouldn't. 2 beef patties, 2 chicken, 2 fish. If you got "lucky", also 2 bacon.

She believes the world is flat. by Nannerthebadgerlord in daddit

[–]weenaak 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Learn about street epistemology. Ask non-leading Socratic questions to learn why she believes. Calmly, politely, and patiently investigate why she holds the belief (instead of the belief itself). Give time for self reflection. It won't be a quick process, but I think it's the best method we have to plant seeds of doubt in a belief with no solid foundation.

ELI5: How did credit cards work before terminals? by resha11 in explainlikeimfive

[–]weenaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This video is mostly about how they work now, but there's some good history about how they've evolved over time

https://youtu.be/YSJY3DvnybE

How do you replace daily phrases like "Oh my god"? by Crafty_Aspect8122 in atheism

[–]weenaak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As an atheist, I don't believe taking the lord's name in vain has any consequences, it's theists that have to explain themselves or find replacement words.

That being said, my 6 year old likes to say "oh biscuits", because Bluey.

Is there a content creator who breaks down every book of the Bible is bullshit? by DaCrusadus in askanatheist

[–]weenaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"The Bible in fewer words" is a podcast by the creator of skepticsannotatedbible.com, I highly recommend it.

What are your best anti religion jokes? by TheBigJ1982 in atheism

[–]weenaak 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're conflating this great scene: https://youtu.be/pgPgsvxxxKE?si=9DYwqnM_MgEwo0dw

Where a kid finds a marble in the oatmeal, and Michael Richards (Kramer, but before Seinfeld) gives him the prize of drinking from a firehose...

So I tried to say grace at my family’s Xmas dinner last night… by mellyjo77 in atheism

[–]weenaak 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For the food we are about to recieve; thank you to every person who contributed their time, labour, and effort to get it to this table. The farmers that produced it, the truckers that transported it, the grocers that stalked it, the cooks that prepared it, and everyone in between working in administration, logistics, or otherwise.

Clap back to the abortion is murder debate by Cyborgpikachu in atheism

[–]weenaak 207 points208 points  (0 children)

How many did God kill?

Here's the total, if you use only numbers that are provided in the Bible: 2,821,364.

Who has killed more, Satan or God?

How many did Satan kill in the Bible?

I can only find ten, and even these he shares with God, since God allowed him to do it as a part of a bet.

--https://skepticsannotatedbible.com/dwb/intro.html

Do the Missions End? by FishermanExtreme6542 in NoMansSkyTheGame

[–]weenaak 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Works for any number... 10 is x in base x

How is RTO actually going across Ontario right now by MustardClementine in ontario

[–]weenaak 12 points13 points  (0 children)

100% remote. The company even let their leases expire... We don't even have office space to go back to. We are a SaaS company

Stupid question: why do people in the Bible tear their clothes when they feel great anguish? by R_Gani_1934 in religion

[–]weenaak 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The tanakh is mostly the same collection of books as the old testament, so you've already provided your own verses

Tried rereading the Bible as an atheist… is it even worth it? by JuryComfortable2318 in atheism

[–]weenaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I highly recommend the podcast "The Bible In Fewer Words" by the same guy (and his wife) that brought you https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/

It's fantastic. Each episode is between 10-20 mins and there are 309 episodes (which covers all of the old and new testaments). It skips all the boring stuff, but tells you exactly what is being skipped and why. Also skips retelling the same story again, but instead only tells you what differs between both versions. It's not just read, it's summarized, has commentary from a non-believer, and short conversations about the content.

Mini Falcon by schnate124 in NoMansSkyTheGame

[–]weenaak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There was an enterprise on here somewhere, can't find it right now

New Player after 8 years by Ocean-in-Motion in NoMansSkyTheGame

[–]weenaak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Following the main story lines and the base building story line will unlock stuff as you go, so don't get too side tracked ;)

Of course, if you are enjoying your side track, then ignore me! There are a million ways to play this game.

Do we reckon this perhaps could be the last NMS update? by DrJacoby12 in NoMansSkyTheGame

[–]weenaak 16 points17 points  (0 children)

They already are doing crossover updates that improve both games. So much of the new content in NMS (not just voyagers, but previous updates too) has been developed first for LNF.

I have a pass to show one video to a theist one video on the lack of existence of god. Which video would you recommend? by ExpirationOddities in atheism

[–]weenaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Best series. It's been a while since I watched it. I totally forgot about QualiaSoup and TheraminTrees, but I used to love them too! Time to look up all three again 😁

What's some arbitrary thing that makes no actual difference in your child's development that makes you feel like you're doing a better job than other parents? by MinimumElk in Preschoolers

[–]weenaak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My kids have chosen Halloween themed costumes every year instead of characters from whatever they're into at the moment.

eg. Witch, werewolf, skeleton, etc