The Alisa Childers Podcast

Jeff Leopard, a speaker who connects his family’s story to Christian worldview and apologetics, and Cat Leopard, a mother and advocate for trisomy-friendly care, share their journey after Adelyne’s Trisomy 18 diagnosis. They describe being told termination was the only option, choosing full care, finding a supportive medical team, confronting personhood questions, and advocating publicly to help other families.

Elizabeth Urbanowicz, founder of Foundation Worldview and author of parenting resources on sexuality and gender, provides practical, age-appropriate language for kids. She covers bodies and privacy, explaining sex as marriage’s promise, simple reproduction analogies, preparing children for pornography with a Stop-Run-Tell plan, addressing gender confusion and modesty with compassion, and when to talk about masturbation.

Adam Claasen, historian and New Testament scholar focused on gospel reliability. He discusses eyewitness testimony and how ancient historians evaluated sources. He explains Luke’s research approach, arguments linking Mark to Peter, and why early Christians agreed on authorship. The conversation also covers memory reliability for major events and how oral transmission and archaeology interact with gospel history.

Melissa Dougherty, Christian commentator and YouTuber known for deep-dive cultural research, joins to unpack today’s online chaos. They survey furry fandom and parental concerns. They dig into conspiracy thinking, propaganda tactics, the rise of the woke right, and why critical thinking matters. The conversation closes with Melissa’s new Easter allegory for kids.

Devin Squirey, author who moved from skepticism to Christian faith, shares his journey through intense doubt. Alan Hainline, physicist-turned-apologist, explains fine-tuning and science-based reasons to probe belief. They discuss scientism, how doubts escalate, the value of primary sources, mentoring through crises, and why testing assumptions matters.

A critical look at recent controversy around Bethel leaders and prophetic abuse. A Scripture-first approach to defining genuine repentance and how it differs from damage control. Detailed biblical markers of true repentance like confession, grief that changes behavior, and structural accountability. Calls for transparency, possible leadership changes, and deeper reform of problematic systems.

Join John Stonestreet, president of the Colson Center and cultural commentator, as he dives into the challenges facing Western civilization. He discusses the foundational Judeo-Christian ideals that support human dignity and freedom, and warns against severing these roots. Explore the implications of the sexual revolution and how woke narratives manipulate truth. John shares practical insights for living authentically in a complex culture, offering four essential questions to guide engagement and decision-making in today’s turbulent landscape.

Michael O'Brien, a talented Christian singer-songwriter and former lead of NewSong, delves into his transition from solo artist to group member, emphasizing the impact on his family life. He candidly discusses hidden struggles, spiritual growth, and the pressures of the music industry. Their conversation explores the dangers of the New Apostolic Reformation, emotional worship misleading new believers, and the importance of accountability. O'Brien shares personal stories of repentance and reconciliation, along with exciting new projects, including collaborations with his children.

Natasha Crain, co-host of the Unshaken Faith podcast and an expert in apologetics, joins to tackle progressive interpretations of the Bible. Together, they critique Zach Lambert's book, highlighting how progressive claims about Scripture can lead to confusion and misinterpretation. They explore the differences in understanding Scripture's nature, the dangers of using critical theory, and the issues with reframing concepts like hell and sin. The discussion emphasizes the importance of biblical authority and the difference between sincerity and truth in faith.

Join Kristin Schwain, former member of ZOEgirl and current worship leader, and Chrissy Katina, a talented photographer and preschool music teacher, as they reunite after 25 years. They share personal life updates, reflect on their time in the Christian music industry, and discuss the pressure of maintaining faith amid deconstruction trends. Kristin opens up about her son Callum’s high-risk pregnancy and the choice she made to keep him. Chrissy shares her struggles with health and voice loss, while all three emphasize the importance of faith in their lives.