
The Handlebar Podcast
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.
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Latest episodes

Jun 30, 2025 • 54min
92. SELF LOVE AND BODY IMAGE (FT. MARCELA BARCELONA)
In this episode the Smiths, Raffi and special guest Marcela Barcelona talk about self love and body image through answering the question: “How do I love myself the way I love others??” (Submitted by: Crystal, 20, Connecticut)You can get your copy of The ‘Bible, Simplified’ by Zach Windahl wherever books are sold or head to thebiblesimplified.com to learn more.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/@thehandlebarpodcastThis episode is sponsored by Zach Windahl.

Jun 23, 2025 • 41min
91. MASCULINITY (PART 2): WORK, MONEY, AND ACTING LIKE MEN
In this episode Aaron and Raffi continue their conversation on masculinity and manhood through answering the question: “Bring back the men!!! How should we live out godly masculinity?” (Submitted by: Alejandro, 22, Birmingham Al)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

Jun 16, 2025 • 35min
90. MASCULINITY (PART 1) : TENDERNESS AND TEARS
In this episode Aaron and Raffi talk about manhood through answering the question: “Bring back the men!!! How should we live out godly masculinity?” (Submitted by: Alejandro, 22, Birmingham Al)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/@thehandlebarpodcast You can purchase BIG JESUS here: https://upperroom.store/products/big-jesus

Jun 9, 2025 • 27min
89. A LITTLE BIT OF OIL GOES A LONG WAYS
In this episode SB and Raffi sit down and answer the question: “How do you stay consistent with God? When life is crazy and gets busy how do you continually seek the secret place?” (Submitted by: Taylor, 21, Azusa)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/@thehandlebarpodcast

Jun 2, 2025 • 28min
88. DID GOD REALLY SAY?!
In this episode the smiths talk about hearing the voice of God through answering the question: “How do you determine if you’re hearing Gods voice or if you are just telling yourself things to do?” (Submitted by: Gloria, 15, Montana) 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/@thehandlebarpodcast

May 26, 2025 • 25min
87. SEX, FUN, EMOTIONAL CONNECTION (MARRIED IN MINISTRY)
In this episode Aaron and Sarahbeth Smith share insights to the 8 years of their marriage while answering the question: “What are things to do and not do as a young married couple in ministry?” (Submitted by: Jacob, 26, Texas)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/@thehandlebarpodcast

May 19, 2025 • 47min
86. BIBLE STUDY W/ FRIENDS - THE RICH YOUNG RULER (FT. JOEL FIGUEROA + ENIOLA ABIOYE)
In this episode: Aaron and Elyssa sit down together with longtime friends Joel Figueroa and Eniola Abioye and answer the question: ( “How do you study the Bible and how do you dive into the word?” submitted by: Mirella, 18, Atlanta Georgia)This episode is sponsored by UPPERROOM School of Ministry. Use code “handlebar” to receive 50% off your application fee. Applications close June 15. You can apply at USM.school 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/@thehandlebarpodcast

May 12, 2025 • 51min
85. ENDURING FRIENDSHIP (FT. JOEL FIGUEROA + ENIOLA ABIOYE)
In this episode: Aaron and Elyssa sit down together with longtime friends Joel Figueroa and Eniola Abioye and answer the question: ( “How do you deal with hurt feelings in friendships” submitted by: Dawn, 17, Myrtle Beach)This episode is sponsored by UPPERROOM School of Ministry. Use code “handlebar” to receive 50% off your application fee. Applications close June 15. You can apply at USM.school 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/@thehandlebarpodcast

May 5, 2025 • 42min
84. MAKING OUT AND ONLINE DATING (FT. MICHAEL AND LORISA MILLER) | DATING HELP PT. 4
In this episode the Smiths and Millers sit down together again and answer to dating questions: “I wanna date, but have never been pursued or asked on a single date…… dating help.?!” (Submitted by: EL, 24, seattle) and “What are important and good boundaries for when making out with your boyfriend?” (Submitted by: Josie, 17, California)For more information on the podcast you can visit our website: Thehandlebarpodcast.com — Check out our merch, sponsorship opportunities and more! You can also stream every episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcast

Apr 28, 2025 • 35min
83. ABUSE, MORAL FAILURES AND RESTORING ONE ANOTHER | GALATIANS 6
In this episode we continue our series of episodes on the book of Galatians. This episode is on chapter 6, and the team discusses restoring those that have fallen. This episode is sponsored by UPPERROOM School of Ministry. Use code “handlebar” to receive 50% off your application fee. Applications close June 15. You can apply at USM.school 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/@thehandlebarpodcast