The process by which disbelief in gods is turned into a marketable product, identity brand, and revenue stream. It transforms atheism from a simple personal stance into merchandise (Darwin fish stickers, "Friendly Atheist" hoodies), lucrative speaking tours, Patreon-supported podcasts, and book deals. The "movement" becomes a marketplace where clout, audience size, and sales figures can become more important than philosophical coherence or ethical action. Your lack of belief becomes your brand.
*Example: "The commodification of atheism was complete when the big-name skeptic started hawking branded brain supplements on his podcast. 'Support critical thinking and get 10% off AlphaBrain with code RATIONALITY!' The audience wasn't a community of freethinkers anymore; it was a customer base for a lifestyle brand built on not believing in supernatural lifestyles."*
by AbzuInExile February 1, 2026
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