What we’re about
Welcome to the Freethought Society (FS)!
The Freethought Society (FS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, educational organization advocating the separation of church & state, freedom of religion for all, freedom from religious intrusion, freedom of expression and freedom of choice. As freethinkers, our minds are not constrained by superstitions or prescribed dogmas that tell us what we may or may not think. We are a group of atheists, agnostics, humanists, skeptics, et al. who are interested in preserving the wall of separation between religion and government. We value critical thinking, the power of reason, we reject superstition/religious dogma.
FS advocates nontheist thinking because we have looked at the many theological systems that have been around since the beginning of time, and we have found them lacking. The goals of the Freethought Society are to raise awareness and acceptance of the non-theist community and provide fellowship and unique services to non-theists throughout the US and Canada.
Through a variety of events and activities, as well as monthly program meetings, FS serves as a forum in which freethinkers can learn, socialize and exchange ideas.
Our services include:
- Meetings - free & open to public (Social and Educational)
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Email: [freethought@ftsociety.org](mailto:freethought@ftsociety.org)
Phone 610-793-2737
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This meetup group will include all FS events. You do not have to be a member of FS to attend events or be a member of this meetup.
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Thomas Paine, the Freethinking Democratic Hero Cancelled from Popular HistoryLink visible for attendees
The date of this event is September 9, 2025. The time for this event is 2:00 PM EST/1:00 PM Central/Noon PST. This event is originating from the UK.
Join Thomas Paine’s visual biographer (and ardent admirer), graphic novelist Paul Fitzgerlald, aka Polyp, to explore the ideas and the hilariously unbelievable life of this extraordinary thinker, examining how the man who sparked the American War of Independence could possibly have been erased from the usual public narrative.
Paine’s experiences with the fanatically intolerant Robespierre regime raise challenging questions about contemporary polarisations and denouncements, and the vilification he faced in his life for challenging established religion makes for a vivid tale.
About the speaker: Paul Fitzgerald, aka Polyp, is a radical cartoonist. He is the author of Paine: A Fantastical Visual Biography (2022), a graphic novel about Thomas Paine. Information about his other work, including other graphic novels focused on freethinking history, can be found on his website: https://polyp.org.uk/.
You must register to secure your place at the webinar. To do so, copy and paste the link below into your browser:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/lzK8UHGgSUed5sthoyJIFQ#/registration
- Building A GodLink visible for attendees
On Saturday, September 20, 2025 the Freethought Society and the Humanist Society of Santa Barbara will cohost presenter Dr. Christopher DiCarlo.
DiCarlo’s 3:00 PM PDT/6:00 PM EDT presentation is entitled “Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity.” It will be on Zoom allowing for participation from all over the world. Join us at the following link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88193881833
In this lecture DiCarlo will talk about three things. First, he will review the basics of Artificial Intelligence (AI) so that everyone is roughly on the same page in reference to key terms, concepts, and issues. Second, he will explain some of the promising benefits and potential harms that such new technologies will bring to humanity. And finally, he will talk about what you, member of the public, can do to help mitigate the risks of AI. His recently published book, Building A God, will be discussed during his presentation.
DiCarlo is a philosopher, educator, and author. He is the Principal and Founder of Critical Thinking Solutions, a consulting business for individuals, corporations, and not-for-profits in both the private and public sectors. DiCarlo is also the host for All Thinks Considered, a podcast in which he engages in free and open discussion about current and important issues through the lens of critical thinking.
- The Misinformation Trap and Changing MindsLink visible for attendees
On Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 3:00 PM PDT/6:00 PM EDT, the Humanist Society of Santa Barbara and the Freethought Society will cohost Melanie Trecek-King. Her presentation “The Misinformation Trap and Changing Minds: My Journey from Creationist to Biologist” will be a Zoom allowing for worldwide participation.Join us at the following at the following link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89788090863?pwd=ZmwGUWW46fjHTnOFS8H53BPs06ITj6.1
The presentation will examine why intelligent people fall for science denial, pseudoscience, or conspiracy theories. Trecek-King will explore how cognitive biases, social influ-ences, and deeply-held beliefs can trap us in misinformation. Drawing on her own experience as a former young Earth creationist, she will explain why facts alone often fail to change minds, and how curiosity, skepticism, and empathy can help us navigate today’s complex information landscape and connect with those who disagree with us.
