Matt Dillahunty

Matthew Wade Dillahunty, born March 31, 1969, is a prominent American atheist activist and former president of the Atheist Community of Austin (ACA), serving from 2006 to 2013. He was the long-time host of the webcast *The Atheist Experience* from 2005 to October 2022, and previously hosted *Non-Prophets Radio*. Dillahunty also founded the counter-apologetics project Iron Chariots. Raised Southern Baptist, his examination of Christianity led him to atheism. He served eight years in the U.S. Navy and worked in software design before becoming a full-time activist. Dillahunty is a frequent speaker and debater at secular and university events, advocating for secular morality and skepticism. He has shared stages with notable figures like Richard Dawkins and Jordan Peterson. He identifies as a feminist and has spoken on issues such as abortion rights, using bodily autonomy as a key argument. Dillahunty is also a magician and has been featured in documentaries. He holds no university degrees.