Canadian journalist Scott Jacobsen interviewed prominent humanist, secular advocate, and Humanist magazine columnist Herb Silverman to gain insight on contemporary secular issues. Their discussion is transcribed here. Scott Douglas Jacobsen: It’s been a hot minute since... Read More

I was delighted to be invited by Suzanne Perry of HumanistsMN (a chapter of the American Humanist Association) to be a featured speaker for their 2024 National Day of Reason Breakfast and Reception at the... Read More

One person’s trash is another’s treasure. In this case, the trash is illegally-hung signage shouting slogans like “Jesus or Hell” or “Jesus is King! Except it!” The treasure hunters are atheist activists with a mission... Read More

March is an important month in education. In two different ways, March highlights the critical importance of art in schools: firstly, it has been heralded as Youth Art Month since 1969, and the National Association... Read More

Those are the words that got me hook, line, sinker, bobber, and whatever else a fishing rod has…a reel, is it called a reel!?! I’m not so good at fishing, but I am extremely good... Read More

It’s wonderful to get away for vacation, but often the getting there and back is not as relaxing. After a prolonged day of flying and waiting on lines, I finally arrived in Jamaica. I had... Read More

Black History Month is a time for us to honor, remember, and celebrate the contributions that Black people have made to the United States, and remind folks that Black history is American history. And while... Read More