The Orthodox Apologetics Podcast
An Apologia for the Faith
In this podcast, host Cassian King engages those outside the Orthodox Faith—and helps faithful listeners learn how to do so as well—through the use of apologetics. Apologetics, simply put, means giving a reason, defense, or explanation for your beliefs. Christians have a long history of using this technique, as 1 Peter 3:15 says, “Always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you.” With respect and in a spirit of humility, this show creates a defense for the Scriptures, Church Fathers, and dogmatics, as well as for the beauty, truth, and sacramental nature of the Faith, while also engaging with current cultural issues.
Support podcasts like this and more!
Donate Now
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
84 mins
How the Bible Reveals that the Apostles and First Pastors Were Also Priests
This episode explores how the New Testament and the early Church Fathers reveal that Christ gave us an ordained priesthood. We also discuss how the 3-fold structure of bishop, presbyter, and deacon fulfill the 3 offices of the Old Testament.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
80 mins
Five Differences Between Orthodox and Protestants on the Communion of Saints
On the Nativity of St. John the Forerunner, Cassian is joined by special guest, Fr. Thomas Soroka, to discuss how Orthodoxy honors the saints and some of the key differences with Protestantism.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
58 mins
This Protestant Change Is Destroying Christianity
For the early Christians, the place where they gathered for worshiped was not a mere building but was actually sanctified space. The altar was the heart of the space where the bishop or presbyter/priest presided over the Divine Liturgy.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
79 mins
How Eden Points to Orthodox Worship (and Why Protestantism Falls Short)
In this episode, we explore how creation is structured as a temple fashioned by God and how this theme runs through the Scriptures and the whole Orthodox tradition. We also discuss the problem of 'modern' worship in much of the evangelical Protestant landscape today.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
66 mins
How Atheism Falls Short In Explaining the Universe
Is the universe mostly empty space or filled with the glory of God? In this episode, we explore the story of 'atheist' C.S. Lewis discovering the heavenly music and sacred hierarchy of Creation rooted in St. Dionysius the Areopagite.
0:00 - Introduction
3:36 - Examining atheist views on Creation
7:08 - St. Paul's teaching on Creation
12:51 - Creation itself as an icon of God
21:58 - A comprehensible creation as evidence of God
33:23 - The aesthetic argument for God
40:18 - Other arguments for God
44:33 - Developing love for the beautiful
47:11 - Checking in with the chat
1:04:42 - Outro
Music used:
Epic Adventure Looped Version - M_B_Music_Studio
Licensed through Envato
Cassian (Kyle) King