Atheist Activist, Lecturer & Debater; Former Host of "The Atheist Experience"

Austin, TX, USA
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Matt Dillahunty Biography

Matt Dillahunty is a prominent figure in American atheist activism and secular public discourse. Raised Southern Baptist, Dillahunty once considered becoming a minister, but an in-depth examination of his Christian beliefs led him to reject the basic tenets of Christianity and, eventually, all religions. He spent eight years in the U.S. Navy before transitioning to a career in computer software design.

Dillahunty hosted "The Atheist Experience," a live call-in show focused on religion and skepticism. The program featured discussions and debates on the existence of gods between theist callers and atheist hosts, aiming to provide non-atheist audiences with direct insight into atheist perspectives. Over nearly two decades, Dillahunty became the defining presence of the show, expanding its reach from a local Austin cable-access program to a globally distributed podcast and YouTube channel. He also served as president of the Atheist Community of Austin.

Beyond "The Atheist Experience," Dillahunty hosted the live Internet radio show "Non-Prophets Radio" and founded the counter-apologetics project "Iron Chariots." He is a regularly invited speaker and debate participant for secular organizations and university groups as part of the Secular Student Alliance Speakers Bureau. Dillahunty has participated in speaking tours with Sam Harris, Richard Dawkins, and Lawrence Krauss, and traveled to Australia as a member of the Unholy Trinity Tour alongside Seth Andrews and Aron Ra. His insights have been featured in academic papers and media outlets worldwide, and he is a frequent keynote speaker on topics including ethics, religion, and science.

A recurring theme in Dillahunty's work is the argument for the superiority of secular morality over religious morality, emphasizing that secular moral systems are inclusive, dynamic, and serve the interests of participants. He also advocates for the primacy of skepticism, often stating his motto as "to believe as many true things and as few false things as possible," drawing inspiration from David Hume. Dillahunty has participated in high-profile discussions, including a notable exchange with Canadian psychology professor Jordan Peterson on the relationship between religion, values, and culture.

Dillahunty is featured in the documentary films "My Week in Atheism" and "Mission Control Texas." He received the Atheist of the Year award, known as the Hitchie, in honor of Christopher Hitchens. After leaving "The Atheist Experience," Dillahunty joined "The Line," a YouTube channel focused on religious debates. He serves on the board of directors for American Atheists, contributing to the direction of secular advocacy in the United States. Through intellectual rigor and accessible philosophical arguments, Dillahunty continues to be a leading voice in contemporary freethought, skepticism, and secular ethics.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/21/2026.

Matt Dillahunty Videos

Atheist Experience 22.48 with Matt Dillahunty & Geoff Blackwell ...

Atheist Experience 22.48 with Matt Dillahunty & Geoff Blackwell ...

Morality, Chess, Well-Being 1:01:35 Sean: Fort Bragg, NC: Weak vs Strong Atheism, Probability of God's Existence 1:20:45 ...

Matt Dillahunty Comments on John McCain and Catholic Church ...

Matt Dillahunty Comments on John McCain and Catholic Church ...

The Atheist Experience 22.34 August 26, 2018 with Matt Dillahunty and Don Baker. Call the show on Sundays 4:00-6:00pm CDT: ...

Matt Dillahunty QED 2015 - YouTube

Matt Dillahunty QED 2015 - YouTube

Matt Dillahunty is the former president of the Atheist Community of Austin, and host of 'The Atheist Experience' cable TV show.

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