My Book Has Arrived!
Book 1: Our daughter, Christina, at three years old, at an anti-war rally.
Book 2: Attorney General, Ed Meese, accepting the report of his Commission on Pornography beneath the Goddess of Justice - with one bare breast.
Book 3: Barry speaking outside the Supreme Court on the day of arguments for the case that approved of same-sex marriages nationwide.
Here are the three volumes.
The new trilogy “Paid To Piss People Off” is made up of three volumes, “Peace”, “Porn”, and “Prayer”. The trilogy’s title is based on a remark made by a high school student to me at a party.
My books discuss how a few unexpected encounters with a carnival sideshow, an attractive anarchist, the Attorney General of the United States, a world famous conservative pundit, and a person who didn’t even want to interview me for my first big job - all changed my life.
From teaching sex education in a Catholic girls’ school to working for the ACLU and then running Americans United For Separation of Church and State for a quarter century, my interest has always been in people who feel marginalized. I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to tear down some of the dangerous institutions America created and to build up important Constitutional safeguards, meeting folks like President Clinton, Tucker Carlson, Oliver North, and even Lauren Bacall along the way.
The title alone has led Twitter to refuse promotion of the books with their titles. In 1972, comedian George Carlin got into hot water because of “7 Dirty Words”, one of which is, of course, in the title of these volumes.
Wait? He’s a comedian too ?!
Watch rev Barry Lynn rant on the lewis black show.
Following what was literally a “near death experience”, Lewis asked me to do a rant following a show in Washington, DC in 2018. Here it is.
P.S. Here is what Lewis has to say about my book:
“Barry Lynn brilliantly expresses his ideas which he delivers with wit, humor, and panache. If this book is in your hands, you’re lucky. Open it and start reading. You’ll be glad you did.”
Appearances about Paid to Piss People Off…
BArry And LIZZ in Conversation!
Barry joins the Feminist Buzzkills to discuss current events, the state of our country, and his brilliant new trilogy, “Paid to Piss People Off”!
Barry Lynn on free thought matters
On this episode of "Freethought Matters," hosts Annie Laurie Gaylor and Dan Barker speak with former executive director of the Americans United for Separation of Church and State, Barry W. Lynn. Ordained as a United Church of Christ minister, he's a prominent leader of the religious left in the United States.
Barry Lynn on obscenity & Censorship
Barry and Ari Cohn from TechFreedom discuss the thin line between obscenity and censorship in this insightful conversation for the Woodhull Freedom Foundation.
Barry Lynn on the Apocalypse Duds!
And now, a show the algorithm will censor: The Apocalypse Duds had a rambunctious conversation with author, activist, and auteur Barry W. Lynn. Though Barry arrived to the interview wearing head to toe Ed Hardy, surprisingly (or not) we didn’t talk about clothing very much at all! Barry Lynn on going toe to toe with America’s worst people; the sins of our recent past (the Reagan admin, NAFTA, neoliberalism); his radicalizing moment; “process theology;" using existing frameworks to take down assholes, and a hog's head more!
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Walk the Line: The Hypocrisy of Politics
Just as a magician at a carnival transformed my guest, Barry's life at the tender age of 10, prepare to be captivated by the magic of his story in our latest conversation.
To listen to Barry’s eye-opening discourse, click the button below!
In the first episode, Ethan and I chat about strange tales from my many encounters with the late Jerry Falwell and Pat Robertson, the Religious Right’s “feminists”, and the genuine danger to human freedom these characters represent.
Barry and Ethan Herschenfeld
Barry returns to talk with Ethan on his Strike Era Instagram Live! They discuss some of the more pressing issues in the news today as well as Barry’s new trilogy, “Paid to Piss People Off”.
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“Paid to Piss People Off” with Progressive Giant Barry Lynn”
Listen below to the Bill Press Pod’s interview and exploration of the book! Bill Press began his career as a political insider and media commentator on KABC-TV and KCOP-TV, both in Los Angeles. Over the years, he has received numerous awards for his work, including four Emmys and a Golden Mike Award. He also served as aide to California Governor Jerry Brown and was Chair of the California Democratic Party from 1993 to 1996. The former co-host of MSNBC's Buchanan and Press, CNN's Crossfire and The Spin Room, Press has built a national reputation on thought-provoking and humorous insights from the left side of the political aisle.
Hartmann:Paid To Piss People Off?!
Americans want three things in life: peace, porn and prayer, Barry W. Lynn explains how religious extremists have hijacked all three at your expense… The Thom Hartmann Program is the leading progressive political talk radio show for political news and comments about Government politics, be it Liberal or Conservative, plus special guests and callers. Watch this 11 minute conversation unfold to learn more about the book!
X is for Exasperate with Barry Lynn
Join the Rev. Dr. Barry Lynn and Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey discuss his memoirs, life, and with a focus on his analysis of pornography.
Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey is a psychologist, sex & intimacy coach, tv personality, speaker, author & podcast host living in Edinburgh, Scotland. Dr. Lori Beth helps people who are struggling to create and maintain meaningful relationships and exciting sex. Dr. Lori Beth speaks all over the world on conscious relationships, sexuality, and authenticity. She has a weekly show, The A to Z of Sex that can be found on all podcast platforms. She write articles, blogs, & books. Her book, Dancing the Edge to Surrender: An Erotic Memoir of Trauma & Survival, is a must read.
Peace, Prayer, and Pornography
Coup Save America is a weekly talk show hosted by Sean St. Heart that plants the mental seeds of social change by inciting a politically progressive coup of knowledgeable citizens to challenge the status quo. Each episode focuses on a specific issue, featuring expert guests and interviews with the people who are most affected by the problems in our country. The show uses a sociological approach to raise awareness, ponder solutions, and consider the various perspectives. Coup Save America hopes to create an avenue for our nation to reach its potential for greatness!
Coup Save America is a radically left-wing expose on America that uses facts, humor, and intellectual wit to expose the myths surrounding the great western democracy that exists only in the heavily propagandized lore of American history. Click the play icon to listen below.
RECENT APPEARANCES
Here is my appearance on The David Feldman Show featuring Bill Baird, the man who went to the Supreme Court to establish access to contraception - even for unmarried persons.
On this episode, I interview Rev. Rob Schenck (one of my old nemeses and a former anti-abortion leader) about how he has changed his mind on choice, and why he now calls the Religious Right “snake handlers” and compares Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler.
On this episode, Monica Miller explains her efforts to have “Happy the Elephant” released from a New York zoo, as part of her advocacy at the Nonhuman Rights Project.
regular appearances
The David Feldman SHOW
I appear on this broadcast frequently to discuss politics, religion, and culture. To listen to it after it is recorded or to listen live as it is being recorded, go to the link below. David and I always engage in informative and humorous dialogue and debate on current political issues.
Tell Me Everything with John Fugelsang
Considered one of the greatest interviewers of our day, acclaimed comedian, John Fugelsang, challenges conventional wisdom on politics, media, religion, and pop culture on an entertaining and irreverent daily call-in show on SiriusXM Progress. "Tell Me Everything" airs on SiriusXM Progress #127 9pm until midnight Eastern M-F.
PRESENTATIONS
Everybody Doesn’t Like something: Let’s just ban everything
A Presentation for the Kurt Vonnegut Library and Museum
The Reverend’s Reviews
Recent REviews
NExt stop xanadu
NEXT STOP XANADU talks with Rev. Barry W. Lynn about why we don't really need the undercoat. The selected film is USED CARS, a 1980 comedy from Robert Zemeckis. Discussions include: The Reverend challenges George Foreman, the glory of character actors, why Kurt Russell may be the greatest leading man on earth, and why you should never eat black licorice.
OTHER Appearances
Zoom link? Please email ValleyVoxTheatre@gmail.com
PAST APPEARANCES
Two Girls, One Mic
Barry Lynn shares what he learned by “bird dogging” the Ed Meese Pornography Commission and why he fears that we could see an increase in the the censorship of adult films, violent tv shows, and even (yes) sex toys.
The Last House on the Left
This 1972 film was so controversial that projectionists sometimes cut sections before screening it. I was asked to stop by to bless the Theatre and its patrons who might be “triggered” by some of the scenes of sexual violence. I took the invitation seriously and linked the film to the Vietnam War and the difference between filmed violence and real life atrocities.
Mother May I
Mother May I Podcast with Frank & Irene - Episode 11 "Jason Pollack & Barry Lynn". Frank & Irene talk with comic / podcaster Jason Pollack and Barry Lynn about movies, comedy, and upcoming projects / gigs. The Mother May I Podcast is aired live from Paradise Studios NY via the Strong Island Entertainment Network.
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Point of Inquiry
This episode was recorded last month and will be published soon!
Point of Inquiry is the Center for Inquiry‘s flagship podcast, where the brightest minds of our time engage in deep conversation about the big questions in science, religion, politics, and culture.
In this episode, Barry Lynn will cover retirement life, conversations with difficult people, upcoming book, and the importance of separation of church and state.
It is co-hosted by standup comedian Leighann Lord.
Religion and Politics
Recorded on October 25th, 2020
Unitarian Universalist Church in Reston
Worship service on October 25, 2020 led by Reverend Dr. Debra W. Haffner, with Special Guest Reverend Barry W. Lynn.
Cedar Lane UU Church
A Conversation with the author, the Rev. Barry Lynn
You Don't Know Me
(How a Frightened Teen Ended Up Meeting President Clinton, Bill O'Reilly, and Even Lauren Bacall)
The Rev. Barry W. Lynn discusses writing a book, You Don't Know Me, about his lessons learned through a life of activism.
The Nicole Sandler Show
Recorded Monday, September 28th, 2020
In this episode, Barry W. Lynn chats about Amy Coney Barrett and why she should not be on the Supreme Court.
COVID CONFIDENTIAL
Barry Lynn appears in his first radio play, portraying a Catholic priest working for the LAPD.
To hear earlier episodes go to YouTube.
The A to Z of Sex with Dr. Lori Beth
A is for Amendment - First Amendment
Dr Lori Beth is joined by Barry Lynn, former Executive Director of Americans United for the Separation of Church and State and the lawyer widely credited with destroying the last US sexual imagery censorship attempt - the Ed Meese Commission on Pornography when he worked as legislative counsel for the American Civil Liberties Union. We will be talking about free speech, pornography, FOESTA other related new legislation and the reasons for keeping the government out of people's bedrooms, loves, and religious practices.
Contact
Contact jackyl2828@gmail.com for all questions, musings or complaints.