The Handlebar Podcast
Aaron Smith, Sarahbeth Smith, Elyssa Figueroa, Raffi Greco
New Episode every Monday!
The handlebar podcast is conversations around questions that young followers of Jesus are asking and giving ‘handlebars’ to hold onto as you move forward in the Faith.
All episodes available to watch and stream via YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcast?feature=shared
Thehandlebarpodcast.com
The handlebar podcast is conversations around questions that young followers of Jesus are asking and giving ‘handlebars’ to hold onto as you move forward in the Faith.
All episodes available to watch and stream via YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcast?feature=shared
Thehandlebarpodcast.com
Episodes
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Nov 24, 2025 • 50min
113. MOURNING MATTERS (THE BEATITUDES PT. 2)
In this episode the original 4 hosts discuss the beatitudes and how there is a blessing for those who mourn. Check out our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com for more information, merch, how to partner with us and more. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcastYou can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus
Nov 17, 2025 • 55min
112. I NEED GOD (THE BEATITUDES PT. 1)
In this episode the original four hosts begin a new series going through the sermon on the mount, starting with the beatitudes! This episode is a deep dive into being poor in spirit. Check out our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com for more information, merch, how to partner with us and more. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcastYou can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus
Nov 10, 2025 • 36min
111. DOOM SCROLLING & ESCAPISM (FT. CHASE DURKIN)
Elyssa and Raffi sit down with Chase Durkin to unpack a really vulnerable question about numbing our emotions using our phones. The team tackles our relationship to social media as followers of Christ and living connected to our hearts.Check out our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com for more information, merch, how to partner with us and more. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcastYou can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus
Nov 3, 2025 • 50min
110. A CONVERSATION ON ACCOUNTABILITY (FT. THE VILLASEÑORS)
In this episode Aaron sits down again with Alexis and Axel Villaseñor and discuss accountability. Check out our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com for more information, merch, how to partner with us and more. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcastYou can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus
Oct 27, 2025 • 40min
109. SEASONS, TRANSITIONS, AND CALLINGS PT. 2
In this episode, Aaron, SB, and Raffi finished their conversation with Marcus.Check out our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com for more information, merch, how to partner with us and more. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcastYou can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus
Oct 20, 2025 • 47min
108. SEASONS, TRANSITIONS, AND CALLINGS PT. 1
In this episode, Aaron, SB, and Raffi sit down with Marcus Lim and give Marcus an opportunity to ask questions. Check out our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com for more information, merch, how to partner with us and more. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcastYou can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus
Oct 13, 2025 • 40min
107. HIDDEN IN THE WALLS (OUR STORY WITH MOLD)
In this episode, Aaron and SB sit down and recount their personal history with navigating the unique circumstance of black mold.Check out our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com for more information, merch, how to partner with us and more. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcastYou can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus
Oct 6, 2025 • 44min
106. EMOTIONAL WORSHIP 🫶🏼 (FT. AARON TEDESCHI)
Aaron Tedeschi, a Christian worship leader, dives into the power of emotions in worship. He emphasizes that emotions, whether joy or sadness, can guide our spiritual connection and should be authentically expressed. Aaron shares how everyday moments, even with his dog, can become sanctified experiences of worship. He encourages navigating vulnerability wisely and presenting our emotions to Jesus for healing. Ultimately, living authentically in our worship is a lifestyle that invites others to connect with God.
Sep 29, 2025 • 40min
105. THE PROMISE IS NOT THE POINT
In this episode Aaron and Raffi sit down and discuss casting your crowns and living for the promises of God vs living in the promises of God. Check out our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com for more information, merch, how to partner with us and more. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcastYou can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus
Sep 22, 2025 • 59min
104. THE GOSPEL IS NOT IN A HURRY (FT. THE VILLASEÑOR BROTHERS)
In this episode Aaron Smith sits down with longtime friends Axel and Alexis Villaseñor, two brothers who have been in youth ministry for over a decade and faithfully following Jesus and have a conversation on faithfulness, building ministries and Youth X. Check out our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com for more information, merch, how to partner with us and more. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcastYou can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus
