Another coup for FtB
Our latest, newest, bestest addition to the stable (so new he hasn’t even had time to post anything yet!) is Eric MacDonald of Choice in Dying. I’d tell you all to go say hello but you might want to wait a bit until he has something more relevant than the generic “Hello world!” post in place.
Kevin:
February 19th, 2013 at 11:53 am
I’ve been following Eric regularly for a couple of years.
He’s quite amazing. It is a coup for FtB to land him here.
Although I’m not sure he’ll like all the pie fights. His current site attracts a kinder, gentler brand of troll.
Matt G:
February 19th, 2013 at 12:05 pm
Fantastic! Eric is one of the most thoughtful writers out there. Plus, he has unique insight into the machinations of religion as a former Anglican priest.
Josh, Official SpokesGay:
February 19th, 2013 at 12:23 pm
Bullies!
Eric O:
February 19th, 2013 at 12:25 pm
Awesome!
Now if only we could get the Skepchicks and Jerry Coyne to join up, all my favourite blogs would be hosted here. Well, “website” in Jerry’s case.
consciousness razor:
February 19th, 2013 at 12:33 pm
Wow, that’s great news. I’ve been following him for a long time. (Watch your back, MacDonald!) He’ll definitely add a different flavor than your typical FTB blogger.
Josh, Official SpokesGay:
February 19th, 2013 at 12:48 pm
Eric0: not much chance with Coyne. He’s enamored of the slymepitters. No likey FTBullies, that Coyne.
David Gerard:
February 19th, 2013 at 12:49 pm
Heh. Eric runs a very civilised comment space, and not at all like the rough and tumble of Pharyngula.
embertine:
February 19th, 2013 at 12:50 pm
No way! This is indeed a coup, I have been following Eric for a while. Most emphatically welcome to our new FTBlogger!
Eamon Knight:
February 19th, 2013 at 1:19 pm
The Canadian Invasion continues!
Crommunist:
February 19th, 2013 at 1:33 pm
I was lucky enough to see Eric speak at Eschaton2012 in Ottawa. I’m ridiculously excited to have him join us.
Eric O:
February 19th, 2013 at 1:49 pm
@Josh
Admittedly, I haven’t been reading WEIT as much as I used to over the last few months. Please tell me he didn’t go all Russel Blackford on us while my head was turned. That would really ruin my day.
I do know that he has a few known slymepitters in his comment section, but I figured that his policy was to tolerate them as long as they don’t use his blog as a soapbox.
kevinalexander:
February 19th, 2013 at 1:50 pm
Freethought Blogs has been my education for some time but when I discovered Eric MacDonald, well, he’s the first thing I click on each morning.
Reginald Selkirk:
February 19th, 2013 at 3:09 pm
It’s a limited choice. You may have some leeway in when, where and how, but there simply is no choice in whether. It’s like those idiots who tell you that ‘freedom of religion’ means you can join any Christian denomination you want, but you can’t be atheist!
PZ Myers:
February 19th, 2013 at 3:33 pm
I don’t think Coyne has gone all Blackford…he’s more Switzerland.
hillaryrettig:
February 19th, 2013 at 3:45 pm
Such an important topic – I hadn’t heard of him but can’t wait to read his blog.
leftygomez:
February 19th, 2013 at 3:58 pm
Great addition to FtB. He’s thoughtful and passionate and I look forward to reading him here.
Wowbagger, Designated Snarker:
February 19th, 2013 at 4:19 pm
Great news!
strange gods before me ॐ:
February 19th, 2013 at 9:06 pm
Some earlier praise for MacDonald:
Matt Penfold:
February 20th, 2013 at 1:22 am
I had forgotten I said that.