It’s almost Christmas, and instead of a long episode, Daniel takes a moment to reflect.
In this short, candid episode, Daniel — a gay, liberal atheist living in the Bible Belt — talks about community, anger, compassion, and the challenge of choosing love in an increasingly divided world.
Topics include:
This episode is raw, unfiltered, and intentionally imperfect — a holiday pause to ask a hard question:
Can we still be the love we want to see in the world, even now?
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This episode wasn’t the one I planned on — but after Donald Trump's grotesque response to Rob Reiner and his wife Michele's getting murdered, I needed to talk about it. I needed to respond to a horrifying act of violence, and an even more disturbing reaction from the President. I unpack the difference between anger and hatred, and wrestle with what it means to stay human in a political climate that seems designed to strip us of empathy.
We talk about:
• Political cruelty and narcissism
• Gaslighting, misinformation, and manufactured outrage
• Living as a gay, liberal atheist in the Bible Belt
• Why anger isn’t the enemy — but resentment might be
• Setting boundaries, loving yourself, and learning when “no” is a complete sentence
• Animals, community, and why kindness is still a radical act
Plus, I take listener calls from all over — about cult recovery, self-worth, Christmas as an atheist, healthy boundaries, and how to keep going when everything feels broken.
If you love this podcast, hate it, or are somewhere in between — I want to hear from you.
Leave a voicemail at thereisnogodandwereallgonnadie.com.
This week I flip last week’s gratitude list upside down and share 30 things I'm NOT grateful for — from bigots and transphobes to corrupt politicians, gerrymandering, Christian hypocrisy, toxic masculinity, billionaires, ICE, TRUMP, cult-MAGA, and the entire mess of our current political and cultural landscape. Don't worry - it's not all bleak. As always, I have to find the laughter and love in the midst of it all.
I dive into:
• Transgender Day of Remembrance & the trolls who ruin it
• Trump’s pardons, January 6th worship, and “ending birthright citizenship”
• Defiant ignorance, science denial & algorithm-driven rage
• Animal cruelty, corporate greed & billionaire worship
• The ugliness that I believe resides in Kristi Noem's puppy killing heart
• Boundaries, burnout, hope, and why helping others has no guaranteed payoff
• Why I STILL choose love, empathy, and compassion — even as an atheist in the Bible Belt
Plus listener calls about grief, pop music, beauty, and emotional survival.
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This episode is a post-Thanksgiving gratitude list, with a reality check on the world we’re living in. I talk about Transgender Day of Remembrance, online trolls, toxic masculinity, and the difference between anger and resentment. I get into the idea of “being the love you want to see,” how living in the Bible Belt forces me into unlikely conversations, and why connecting across differences matters more than ever—even when it's hard.
I also share how sobriety, community, and my own messy history with depression taught me to focus on what I can control and let go of the rest. It’s raw, honest, and a little bit like therapy… for both of us.
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This episode jumps between anger, grief, forgiveness, politics, and unexpected hope — so, basically business as usual.
I talk about the Transgender Day of Remembrance, why transphobia makes me furious, and the weird emotional gymnastics required to stay human in a world that keeps dehumanizing people. I get into forgiveness (including forgiving the men who gay-bashed me decades ago), what “being the love I want to see” actually looks like, and why anger and resentment are not the same thing.
We also touch on:
• Depression and the need for connection
• Trump’s latest threat about “executing” people for telling troops to obey the law
• How MAGA and far-right news ecosystems shape reality
• The rise of Trump-like politics in places like the UK
• Toxic masculinity, compassion fatigue, and why this podcast might be my therapy
Plus: listener calls from all over — some challenging, some funny, some deeply moving.
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This week: I talk with BIG GAY ED, an unapologetic 61-year-old gay force of nature from rural Michigan, who lives surrounded by MAGA neighbors, but still manages to shine his rainbow nails at Kroger like a superstar. We go full tilt for over an hour— just two queer atheist weirdos talking about politics, dogs, compassion, MAGA neighbors, OCD, Jesus’ abs, sobriety, and how to survive in a country that feels like the trailer for a dystopian reboot nobody asked for.
Ed shares what it’s like being openly gay in a rural area surrounded by conservatives, how he stays visible so younger LGBTQ+ kids see hope, and how we both still believe in kindness, even while we're saying “fuck them” at least every six minutes.
This episode covers:
It’s honest, messy, heartfelt, profane, and—somehow—hopeful.
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Leave Daniel a 90-second voicemail. Any topic. Any opinion. All are welcome—even the people who want him to burn in hell. (He’ll probably be there with his friends anyway.)
This week I’m talking about hope, fear, and oatmeal.
After a rough week, I’m feeling a little lighter — and a little more hopeful — thanks to some surprising election results, good friends, and a fridge full of almond milk. I answer listener calls about faith, fear, and finding peace in a chaotic world.
Topics include:
Trigger warning: brief mention of suicide and addiction recovery.
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I’m back, after a month rest. This week, I’m keeping it honest. Sometimes life feels heavy, and I just needed to talk about it.
⚠️ Trigger warning: I talk a bit about depression and my lifelong struggle with suicidal ideation in this episode. It’s not all gloom, but I feel it’s my responsibility to warn people in case that’s triggering.
Luckily, there’s also humor, hope, and a lot of love (plus a few jokes at my own expense) This isn’t a sad episode. It’s about learning to laugh through the hard stuff, finding light in strange places, and remembering that being human means feeling everything.
Whether you’re an atheist, a believer, or just someone doing your best — you’re welcome here.
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No full episode this week — just a short check-in. Between art fairs, performances, and nonstop work, I needed a breather. But I didn’t want to leave you hanging. So here’s some honesty: life is busy, haters are loud, and authenticity matters more than being universally liked.
I’ll be back next week with a full episode, but in the meantime: call in, leave me your thoughts, and remember — it’s okay to take a pause.
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Trump is openly threatening free speech — from suspending Jimmy Kimmel to suggesting TV licenses be revoked for criticizing him, and even calling Pride flags “domestic terrorism.” In this emotional episode, I dig into how dangerous this all is, share my own story of being gay-bashed, and reflect on why Pride matters now more than ever.
Plus: listener calls about morality without God, resentment vs. gratitude, irrational fears, and why community still gives me hope.
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This episode almost didn’t happen. After the shooting of right-wing provocateur Charlie Kirk, I was consumed with grief, rage, and old trauma — especially watching friends grieve for a man who thought people like me were an “abomination.”
It’s shorter than usual, raw, and unfiltered. I talk about:
It’s not polished. It’s just real.
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Pride, MAGA protests, and a kazoo-fueled Chappell Roan anthem — this week I tackle politics, queer joy, and why our voices still matter.
Pride is coming to my small Tennessee town, and while I’m excited to sell my art, I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous about potential protesters. In today’s America — where Trump and Christian Nationalists are pushing bathroom bans, rainbow crosswalk hysteria, and nonstop attacks on queer people — showing up for Pride feels both joyous and risky.
In this episode, I dig into:
I also take listener calls about finding joy when things feel hopeless, what faith looks like without God, the absurdity of rock stars thanking God for their luck, and respond to an angry message demanding to know “what rights” religion has supposedly lost.
It’s Pride, protest, heartbreak, laughter — and ultimately, a reminder that joy and community still win. Join me, your favorite "gay, liberal atheist living in the Bible Belt" and let's make sense of it all together.
Daniel Cartier, Host of "There Is No God, And We're All Gonna Die".
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Trump says people want a dictator — and for MAGA, that’s a selling point, not a threat. Here’s why I almost lost hope this week… and how your calls brought me back.
This week I almost didn’t record. Watching Trump inch America closer to fascism — sending troops into cities, threatening free speech with flag-burning bans, and bragging that people want a dictator — left me feeling hopeless. And here’s the twisted part: for his MAGA base, “dictator” isn’t a threat, it’s a selling point. That’s how cults work. But by the end of this episode, I realized one voice may feel small, but millions of voices together can still change things. Even a silly podcast like mine is part of that chorus.
Along the way, I take listener calls (including one about having gay MAGA friends), reflect on what I miss about believing in God, share my favorite childhood movies, talk about the role of instigators in building community, and answer a surprise question from Corey about my work ethic. It’s a messy, emotional, and ultimately hopeful ride.
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In this episode... MORALITY! Do we need to believe in God to have it? Also ...
- Can Donald Trump legally change the way we vote?
- Texas's completely unconstitutional Ten Commandments law goes into effect
- Hillary Clinton's warning to gay people everywhere.
- My embarrassing attempt at being a rap artist
- The importance of HONESTY
- Checking in with the hateful Westboro Baptist Church
- Corey gets a theme song!
- I take listener voicemails and ponder about magic
- What's my greatest "artistic achievement"?
Watch now, and if you like it, hit subscribe
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In this episode, I confront the “triggered” meme conservatives love to toss around (you know the one ...with the crazy looking lady?) They use it to shame liberals, but here’s the truth: I’m proud to be triggered by the horrific things Trump, his corrupt administration and and the entire alt-right Christian Nationalist agenda is shoving into our world. What I don’t get is why the stuff they get triggered about is so… lame. (A fake “war on Christmas”? A single Bud Light can with a transgender woman’s face on it? Really?)
Along the way, I take your voicemails, rant about Trump’s idiotic takeover of Washington DC, side-eye Marsha Blackburn’s bid for Tennessee governor (spoiler: not a fan), and crown comedienne Elayne Boosler my official “Hero of the Week” for her incredible work with homeless animals. It’s politics, pop culture, and plenty of unfiltered opinions — the good kind of triggered from your favorite gay, liberal atheist living in the Bible Belt! https://www.danieljcartier.com/
I Was Promised Godless Orgies!
Turns out, being an atheist isn’t all wine, orgies, and righteous indignation. In this episode, I count down 10 things that actually suck about being a nonbeliever — from awkward moments with religious friends, to “concerned” strangers offering prayers I didn’t ask for. PLUS: Texas Showdown with Democrats and Republicans, Trump calls Lauren Boebert a "MAGA Warrior" (whatever that means) and a return visit from everyone's favorite homophobic Kentucky County Clerk, Kim Davis (spoiler: she’s still awful).
I attend my first atheist convention and meet some surprising allies — former Christian Nationalists (including Star Spangled Jesus author April LaJoy) who’ve embraced progressive values and now stand as firmly against Trump as I do. Speaking of which, I dig into Trump’s disturbing new memo allowing federal employees to promote their religion at work — even to subordinates. Plus: listener voicemails, dream duet fantasies, my wild past serving food to celebrities, and a swoon-worthy moment with Robert Downey Jr.
Self professed, "gay liberal atheist living in the Bible Belt" Daniel Cartier dives headfirst into another episode of godless wonder, love for humanity (he even loves the conservative Christians who hate him) and the chaos that IS our current landscape. Part late night confessional, part pep talk for anyone who feels defeated by the current state of affairs - this podcast is ultimately a love letter to savoring every moment of life, while we still have time.
This weeks topics include:
Reality Show Dynamics and Personal Reflections
The State of American Politics - Trump's acting like a dictator (again)
Media Influence and Accountability - Trump, CBS, and Stephen Colbert
The Journey of Creating an Acoustic Album
Navigating Music Placements in TV and Film
The Case of Mike Johnson claiming "Soccer is Gay" Bullying in Disguise
Andrew Isker: The Absurdity of the "Gay Beam"
Personal Reflections on Homophobia and Speaking Out
Celebrating Diversity and Acceptance
Kamala Harris and the Challenges of Female Leadership
Acknowledging Mistakes: A Call for Reflection
The Vastness of the Universe and Our Place in It
The Planet's Resilience and Human Impact
The Power of Prayer and Intention - even for an atheist
Understanding Anger vs. Hatred
The Perspective of Atheism
The whole concept of Billionaires is gross
Desperation breeds desperate people - breeds crime
Hope breeds hopeful people - breeds a lot more happiness for everyone
Choosing to Be Part of the Solution
Listener voicemails:
The Nature of Struggle in Life
Pissed off at the world
The Serenity Prayer and Its Significance
Powerlessness and Acceptance
Agency and Response to Life
Frustration with Society and Self-Care
Atheism and it's perspectives on Religion
The Role of Pets in Our Lives
The Purpose of the Podcast
Self professed, "gay liberal atheist living in the Bible Belt" Daniel Cartier dives headfirst into another episode of godless wonder, love for humanity (he even loves the conservative Christians who hate him) and the chaos that IS our current landscape. Part late night confessional, part pep talk for anyone who feels defeated by the current state of affairs - this podcast is ultimately a love letter to savoring every moment of life, while we still have time.
This weeks topics include:
The Importance of Love and Acceptance
The idea of "God watching us" all the time is creepy.
Facing Self-Doubt and the Fear of Judgment
Environmental Concerns and Personal Reflections
The Decline of Insect Populations
The "Anti-Woke" Movement
Why it's dumb to be anything BUT woke.
The Importance of Self-Expression
Sexuality and Societal Norms
Judy Garland and the Oscars
Grace Kelly slumming it
Judy Garland was ROBBED.
Creative Expression and Acknowledgment
The Value of Personal Opinions
Ethics of Cooking Lobster
The Cosmic Perspective on Humanity
Life's Smallness and Perspective
Douchebag of the Week: Donald Trump
Second Place: Judith Fike
Voicemails from listeners!
The Essence of Creativity
Coming Out Gay vs. Coming Out Atheist
Creepy Movie Monsters
The Journey of Podcasting
Reflections on Politics and Society
The Role of Activism and Personal Responsibility
Summary
In the debut episode of There Is No God And We're All Gonna Die, Daniel J. Cartier answers listener voicemails, responds to a hateful preacher’s message, and clears up some common misconceptions about being an atheist. Raw, real, and unexpectedly hopeful — it’s the perfect intro to a podcast that’s anything but ordinary.
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