The AC Podcast

What is addiction really about—chemistry, choice, or something deeper? In this episode, Andy Steiger sits down with Dr. Quentin Genuis, an emergency physician and ethicist at St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver, Canada. Dr. Quentin argues that addiction points to a universal human longing for identity, belonging, and purpose. Drawing on medicine, theology, and lived experience, he explains why lasting recovery requires more than policy or medication: it needs community, mercy, and a vision of human flourishing in Christ.

The prosperity gospel promises wealth as a sign of faith—but what does the Bible actually say about prosperity and suffering? In this conversation, Troy, Ben, and Steve unpack how prosperity theology distorts Scripture and why true prosperity is found in Christ, not possessions.

In a world where sports can feel like a religion, what happens when we place them back in their proper place? In this episode, Troy and Ben explore the beauty, danger, and identity-shaping power of sport, from the World Cup to the NFL, and ask how Christians can enjoy the game without letting it become their god.

In this episode, Ben, Andy, and Wes reflect on their visit to Europe and their meeting with John Lennox, discussing a question that feels more urgent than ever: what does the future of apologetics look like?Culture is shifting beneath our feet. New technology is reshaping how people think, connect, and search for meaning. In the midst of it, there have been some surprising changes. People are returning to spirituality, but what kind of spirituality is it? Is the church ready to meet them there?Join us for a wide-ranging conversation about faith, culture, and what it means to commend the gospel in a world that is quickly changing.

Most people instinctively approach God as distant or just a cosmic ruler. But what if understanding God as Father radically transforms your relationship with Him and your life? On this episode, Troy, Andy, and Trystan challenge you to see God through the lens of biblical fatherhood, sharing personal stories, biblical insights, and practical applications that could reshape your faith.