The culture wars that now grip North America are nothing new to Europe. In many ways, Europe is rebuilding from the ashes of multiple culture wars that have taken their toll on the church. This week on the AC Podcast, Andy Steiger sits down with Sebastian Vaduva, professor, entrepreneur, and consultant specializing in ethics, entrepreneurship, and technology, who grew up in Romania during the fall of the communist party, Sebastian knows first-hand Europe’s failures and the difficulty in rebuilding a family, church, and society.

In this episode, Andy, Wes, and Ben find themselves in Rome filming new episodes of Can I Trust the Bible?—just as the world reacts to the passing of Pope Francis. While visiting the Vatican during this historic moment, the trio reflects on the shared roots of Protestantism and Catholicism, and explore what the future might hold as the College of Cardinals prepares to elect a new Pope.

In this episode, Troy, Ben, Steve, and Andy unpack the question of where Jesus went after His death. Did He descend to Sheol? Hades? Hell? And why does it matter? Through the lens of passages like 1 Peter 3, they explore the theology of the afterlife, the purpose of Christ’s suffering, and the hope His resurrection brings. This is a deep dive into the tension between death and victory — and what it means for us today.

Larry Sanger, co-founder of Wikipedia, joins us to share how a deep dive into philosophy, literature, and the Bible led him from agnosticism to a surprising embrace of the Christian faith. In a world drowning in information, Larry unpacks his journey toward truth, the role of skepticism, and why preserving great books still matters. Plus, he gives us a glimpse into his latest projects—including a book on the existence of God.

"All of my friends who have kids are in hell!" That’s what pop artist Chappell Roan recently claimed in an interview—but is raising a family really a path to misery? In a world that often prioritizes personal autonomy over community and connection, is parenting still worth it? This week on the AC Podcast, Andy, Troy, Ben, and Lindsay dive into the challenges and joys of raising children in an individualistic age. Join the conversation as we explore what makes parenting meaningful—and why it might just be more rewarding than the world lets on.

Friendship is more than just companionship—it’s a God-given gift designed to shape, challenge, and encourage us in our faith. In this episode, Steve Kim and Troy explore the theology of friendship, looking at biblical examples like David and Jonathan, Ruth and Naomi, and Jesus and His disciples. What makes a friendship truly biblical? How can we cultivate deep, Christ-centered relationships in a world of surface-level connections?

Live from the Apologetics Canada Conference: Theology of Technology, Andy Steiger sits down with Ruslan, a content creator who amplifies expert voices while navigating the tension of not being the expert himself.

They explore the power of humility, collaboration, and trust in building meaningful content that uplifts others and glorifies God. Whether you're a creator, leader, or passionate about sharing truth, this episode will equip you to steward your platform well.

The Apologetics Canada Conference: Theology of Technology was a sold-out success! In this episode of AC Podcast, the Quad—Andy, Steve, Wes, and Troy—sit down to recap the highs, the surprises, and the unforgettable moments from our 13th annual conference. From unpredictable situations to powerful takeaways, we reflect on what made this year’s event so special.

Dr. Frank Turek, founder and president of CrossExamined.org, has faithfully served in apologetics for over 30 years. While speaking across the US and Canada, he has seen a lot and gained a wealth of experiences. On this week’s episode of the AC podcast, Andy and Frank discuss how culture is currently shifting, presenting new obstacles and opportunities.

The AC team got exclusive after-hours access at the Museum of the Bible—standing in front of the Megiddo Mosaic, one of the most groundbreaking archaeological finds since the Dead Sea Scrolls! Why is this discovery so significant? And what does it mean for biblical history? Join Wes, Andy, and our new Maritimes Director Ben Macdonald as they unpack this incredible find in our latest podcast episode!