Eric Metaxas is an American author, speaker, conservative radio host, and evangelical Christian commentator, best known for his biographies of historical Christian figures including William Wilberforce (Amazing Grace, 2007), Dietrich Bonhoeffer (Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy, 2011), and Martin Luther (Martin Luther: The Man Who Rediscovered God and Changed the World, 2017). He has also written a memoir, Fish Out of Water: A Search for the Meaning of Life (2021), political books such as If You Can Keep It (2016/2017), and Letter to the American Church (2022), which critiques what he sees as the church's failure to resist cultural shifts. Additionally, Metaxas has authored humor books, children's literature, and scripts for VeggieTales. Born on June 27, 1963, in New York City to a Greek father and German mother, he grew up in a secular household but converted to Christianity during his time at Yale University, where he earned a BA in English in 1984. His early career included writing for VeggieTales, authoring children's books, and contributing to publications like The New York Times. Following his education, Metaxas pursued a career in writing and media, initially working in publishing and contributing to Christian media outlets. He gained prominence with his biography of William Wilberforce, which established him as a leading voice in Christian historical nonfiction. As a radio personality, Metaxas hosts The Eric Metaxas Show, syndicated through Salem Media Group, where he blends humor, faith, and conservative commentary, often interviewing figures from politics and culture. A staunch supporter of Donald Trump, he spoke at the 2016 Republican National Convention and defended Trump's policies, including on immigration and religious liberty. Metaxas has been influential in evangelical circles, founding the Socrates in the City lecture series in New York to foster dialogue on faith and culture, and serving as a senior fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. He has been criticized for promoting election fraud claims after 2020, comparing COVID-19 vaccine mandates to Nazi oppression, and associating with far-right elements, leading to accusations of extremism from groups like the Anti-Defamation League. Despite controversies, he remains influential, receiving awards like the Canterbury Medal from the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty. His work emphasizes themes of faith, freedom, and resistance to secularism, positioning him as a key node in conservative Christian networks. He is of Greek-American and German heritage, identifies as an evangelical Christian, and is married to Susanne Metaxas.