This week Wes and Andy are in Turkey with Christian Nurullah, their local guide and host of the YouTube channel, A Christian in Turkey. Nurullah shares part of his powerful journey from being a devout follower of Islam to becoming a committed Christian. He opens up about the misconceptions he had about Christianity, the deep personal cost of his conversion, and the daily challenges of living as an outspoken Christian in a predominantly Muslim culture.

Today, millions flock to Rome for the picturesque selfie at the Colosseum or a perfect espresso beside a fountain—rarely pausing to consider the brutal empires that built these marvels or the human suffering behind their construction. In this episode of the AC Podcast, Ben, Wes, and Andy paused filming in Trento, Italy to explore the remnants of fascism, reflect on the legacy of the Roman Empire, and explore how Christianity radically transformed one of the greatest empires the world has ever known.

This week Wes, Andy and Ben are on the road filming new episodes of the "Can I Trust the Bible?" series. While traveling they had the opportunity to visit the ancient ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Join the guys on their road trip podcast as they discuss the importance and challenges of uncovering history and its apologetic implications.

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.