Having an impact...
Hey gang!
I have some crazy cool stuff to share with y'all. First off, there was a comment posted yesterday on a Mr. Deity episode from 2007, which intrigued me — "And this is why we have pinecreek today."
When I asked to know more, the commenter told me that Doug over on the Pinecreek channel (whom I've mentioned numerous times in my videos here — I'm a big fan of his socratic approach), said that watching Mr. Deity videos put him on the road where he eventually left Christianity. Thrilling enough, but...
This morning on my walk, I listened to Doug's latest livestream (linked above) and was thrilled to hear him say, in response to someone asking him about his own deconstruction, "Mr. Deity was a big influence on me"!!! Go to 1:50:50 to hear the full comment with a bit more context (if I remember correctly, the caller was a pastor who was asking Doug for advice regarding leaving his church).
My favorite part of this story is that three or so months ago, I learned that another young YouTuber I really like — Nathan Ormond (Digital Gnosis on YouTube) used to be a Christian — even worse, a Jordan Peterson Fan, and Doug was instrumental in HIS leaving Christianity (and Jordan)! Hitch be praised!!!
Of course, I share the joy with all of you who've continued to support me in making these videos lo these many years!!! My enthusiasm, knowing now that I have tentacles — disciples even(?), extending the reach of what we do here, has exponentially magnified my enthusiasm! Thanks again for all your support. How awesome is it to know that we're changing lives for the better? I can't think of anything more valuable. Well... a cure for cancer, ending world hunger... Okay, there are other things. But still!!! Pretty cool, right?
In other news, I'll be on live Monday 4PM Pacific Daylight Time with my friends Aron Ra and Jimmy Snow, taking names and kicking ass. I don't have a link for that but I think it's through Jimmy's Channel. Possibly "The Line." I'll try to remember to post here when I have specifics.
And last but not least, Paulogia and I have finally found a video we'll be working on together. So I will, at long last, get the highly coveted Paulogia cartoon treatment. I'm absolutely thrilled. And the best part is, we'll be taking on Low Bar Bill! I'll let you know when that's posted on his channel. If you haven't seen any Paulogia videos, what are you waiting for? So much great stuff!
I hope you're having a great April. I have some really good stuff I'm working on —stuff I'm dying to post I think it's so good (if I do say so my own damned self). I'll see you all with that at the end of the month. Until then, stay safe and smart! 'Cause some people can't do both... or either. B
Comments (14)
And, BriBri, you know there are SO many other people you've helped that you'll never know about. But, they're out there, so let's do a chest bump. What? Too manly for you. Well, ok. As you may know, I've never been indoctrinated into any religion (Praise Jebus!) but the effects it has on our world are frightening nonetheless. MR DEITY has always been an excellent resource for How to Atheist while imposing serious chuckles, if not guffaws! (Would still love to see more MR. D vs MR. D videos, unless you can drag Larry back to help. He is much missed, as is "Satan".)
I miss everyone like crazy! I'm thinking maybe I can get us all together for a 20th year celebration. I hope so. That's not far away! Yikes!!!
Do you really want to say "I have tentacles"? I worry that may be blasphemous of the Flying Spaghetti Monster, and you don't want to incur his/her wrath. I hear that the FSM smites with permanent ink!:) Can't wait to see your Paulogia cartoon.
It's an homage to His Holiness!
I hope your car injuries are behind you. (I'll add you to my prayers.)
Not quite. My MRI is Monday. Hopefully that'll be all clear. But I continue to have weird little cognitive defects I won't go into. You guys can steer me clear if I go off the cognitive deep end. If I become a believer some time soon, you'll know why. Kidding!!!
I'm sure you DO have an impact… even if lots of sheeple don't want to admit it. I wonder how many of those who saw on Post.news my link to your "Ascension" episode for Easter stepped back and thought: "Uh, hmmm, where in the Cosmos was he rising to…?"
Hahahaha!!! I love that you posted that! Thanks so much!!!
Yay, two down, a few billions more to go! Way to go Brian!
Slowly but surely!
A Thinking Athiest and Mr Diety collab would also be fun. Though a snark singularity might appear.
We've done stuff together before. I wrote the forward for one of his books.
Hitch will provide!
A Paulogia and Mr Deity collaboration!!! That's an answer to my prayers!