Shows
2026-02-0141 min
The Uncommon PodcastWhat Does It Mean to Be Uncommon in Secular Spaces? Troy Lydiate, Creative Director of Apologetics CanadaIn this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, host Noah Weiss interviews Troy Lydiate, the creative director of Apologetics Canada. Troy shares his journey from being adopted in Jamaica to growing up in a Christian family in Canada, and how his faith deepened through personal experiences and challenges. He discusses his transition into the field of apologetics, emphasizing the importance of making complex ideas accessible and the role of humility in ministry. Troy also reflects on the impact of apologetics on his personal faith and the lives of others, and explores his passion for Christian...
2026-01-1559 min
The AC PodcastBad Thoughts: Reclaiming Your Mind & Soul - Interview w/ Judah Smith and Dr. Les ParrottWhat if your thoughts aren’t your enemy but the start of transformation? 🧠Troy Lydiate talks with Judah Smith and Dr. Les Parrott about their new book Bad Thoughts, diving into faith, mental health, and the power of renewing your mind. Together they explore how vulnerability, honest self-talk, and God’s grace can reshape the way we think and live.
2025-10-3144 min
The Ryley Heppner PodcastArt as Apologetics: Hip Hop, Culture, and the Gospel | Troy LydiateWhat happens when hip hop, art, and apologetics collide? In this conversation, I sit down with Troy Lydiate—better known as Scribe Music—to talk about how art shapes culture, how the church has often struggled to engage with it, and why beauty and creativity matter for apologetics. We explore the tension between the sacred and the secular, the prophetic voice of hip hop in society, and how the church can learn to listen and speak more faithfully in the culture. Troy Lydiate is the Creative Director at Apologetics Canada, where he also serves as host of “The AC...
2025-09-061h 18
Rekindled FaithBursting the Christian Bubble with Troy LydiateJoin Host Melanie Beerda and Troy Lydiate, Creative Director for Apologetics Canada on Rekindled Faith as they dive deep into the concept of the Bursting the Christian Bible. In this episode, Melanie and Troy explore the concept of the Christian Bubble. They discuss the encouraging and the hindering aspects of growing up in a community of believers while also outlining the importance of allowing the Christian community to love, equip, and empower you to take the Gospel beyond your comfort zone. They discuss how bursting the bubble not only strengthens your own faith but also opens doors to share t...
2025-04-071h 12
NeighbourlyFrom Meh to Meaningful | A Cynic’s Guide to Compassion with Troy LydiatePartner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly!https://careimpact.ca/donateDescriptionWhat drives us to retreat into cynicism, and how can we find our way back to genuine compassion? This conversation features Troy Lydiate, who eloquently gets into the roots and implications of cynicism. Through his rich insights, Troy challenges the notion of cynicism as a protective mechanism, urging listeners to embrace vulnerability and curiosity. By sharing real-life examples, including his personal experiences in the music industry and working with Apologetics Canada, he illustrates how cynicism often stems from unmet...
2025-02-2844 min
Scripture UntangledSeason 7: Episode 13 | Troy Lydiate | Is Authenticity the Key to Unlocking the Next Gen?Listen to Troy Lydiate, multifaceted artist, speaker, and the Creative Director at Apologetics Canada as he speaks with Joanna la Fleur. Troy shares his story, from when he was adopted as a baby, through his journey of healing, to discovering his identity in Christ and finding his worth not in what he did, but in “Whose” he was. Operating under the artistic moniker Scribe Music, Troy has unveiled four studio albums, skillfully utilizing his music as a conduit to convey the gospel message. His music production has garnered him nominations at the GMA (Covenant Awards), further complemented by regular airp...
2024-07-1647 min
Impactus Young Man's PodcastMen, Do You Know Who You Truly Are? | Impactus Young Man's PodcastWe often don't realize our identity is rooted in something until it is pulled away from us. For example, What happens when an athlete is sidelined by injury? How does a man cope after losing a job they excelled at? Who will you as a parent feel when your children move out? These situations reveal how our identities can be unexpectedly fragile. But what does it take to build an unshakeable identity, one that remains firm like a concrete foundation amidst life's storms? In this episode, Jordan interviews Troy...
2024-06-1553 min
Putting the Squid to Bed w/ Timothy Lenko"Let Life Speak" w/ Troy LydiateTroy on InstagramScribe Music on InstagramApologetics Canada on InstagramScribe Music on Apple MusicScribe Music on SpotifyTim on InstagramTimothy Lenko Music on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-131h 02Rekindled FaithHealing After Adoption with Troy LydiateNo adoption story is the same, but many have faced an identity crisis in the midst of being given the gift of life. Join Melanie and Troy Lydiate from Apologetics Canada as they deep dive into their personal stories of adoption.
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2024-02-2849 min
The AC PodcastAn Interview with Our Newest Team Member from Toronto, the Centre of the UniverseOn this week's episode AC Host Troy Lydiate has the honour of welcoming our newest member to the AC team, Jill Roias. Jill joins Apologetics Canada with over 10 years of university ministry experience that will serve well in her role of overseeing Community Engagement.
2023-07-2131 min
The AC PodcastShould Christians Be Patriotic?In this episode, Troy, Andy, and Wes delve into the complex topic of Christian patriotism. Exploring briefly the dangers of Christian Nationalism, the trio examines the intersection of faith and patriotism, considering whether these two concepts can harmoniously coexist or if conflicts arise.
2023-06-3031 min
Coulda Shoulda Woulda with Abdu MurrayS1E10 | Troy LydiateTroy, aka recording artist Scribe Music and Apologetics Canada's Creative Director, tells us about a time he gave in to prayer pressure. Check out Troy's work at https://apologeticscanada.com/ and https://www.thescribemusic.com/
2023-02-2308 min
Northview Young Adults PodcastRETHINK: IdentityTroy Lydiate continues in our "Rethink" series with the topic of "Identity."
2022-05-1757 min
Youth QuakeUniquely You: Identity Found in ObscuritySince we were little, we’ve all been met with the question, what do you want to be when you grow up? Fast forward and for some it’s, “what do you want to do after school? What’s your five year plan?” Let’s be honest, YOU HAVE NO CLUE. This has lead to generations of people placing unnecessary pressures on themself. During this talk we’re putting the squeeze on identity to see what comes from it and apply that to a practical and biblical perspective.
2022-05-111h 15
The AC PodcastLiving in Astroworld: The Importance of Accountability in LeadershipOn Friday November 5th, Rapper Travis Scott took the stage at his annual festival Astroworld. The festival was put on by Scotts label, "Cactus Jack" in partnership with renowned Live Entertainment company, Live Nation. Due to what many are calling negligence at the highest level, mixed with Travis' historical incitement of unstructured moshing or "raging", the festival scenes lead to the death of 9 guests and over 100 injured. In addition to lives lost, Travis Scott, Live Nation and others are facing numerous lawsuits and potential criminal charges. This tragedy has lead to many questioning whether or not this was preventable...
2021-11-1238 min