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A weekly podcast from Premier Unbelievable? with Professor Alister McGrath exploring C.S. Lewis’ thought, theology and teaching. C.S. Lewis is one of the most influential voices in modern Christianity. The 20th Century British writer and lay theologian has profoundly impacted Christians around the world and brought many atheists and agnostics to faith in Jesus. One person whose faith was greatly e... more

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Ruth Jackson is joined by Jacqueline Wilson, a student working towards her Master of Arts in cultural apologetics from Houston Christian University, to discuss her paper from the Undiscovered CS Lewis conference, and how she first encountered Lewis. ... more

In this episode, Ruth Jackson speaks with Alister McGrath about Lewis’s views on evolution and science. What did Lewis believe about evolution, and how did he separate it from philosophical naturalism? Did he think evolution could explain things like... more

In this episode, Alister McGrath reflects on what Lewis thought about miracles and science. Did he think miracles could make sense in a world ruled by natural laws? Can someone believe in both science and the supernatural? They also look at Lewis’s r... more

In this second episode of our mini-series on CS Lewis and science, Ruth Jackson continues the conversation with Professor Alister McGrath. They explore how Lewis challenged the supposed conflict between science and religion, offering instead a richer... more

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Recent Guests

Carolyn Webber
Episode: #200 Ruth Jackson: 200th Episode Special
Michael Oppizzi
Independent educator, entrepreneur, and writer
Tennessee
Episode: #197 The Many Faces of CS Lewis: A Conversation with Michael Oppizzi
Dr. Sarah Waters
Assistant Professor of Language and Literature at Stirling College, Kansas, and a specialist in William Shakespeare and C.S. Lewis.
Stirling College, Kansas
Episode: #196 How did Shakespeare influence Lewis' exploration of death, resurrection and the human condition?
Reverend Paul Clayton-Lea
A priest of the Archdiocese of Armagh, educator, and author focused on C.S. Lewis's connections to Ireland.
Archdiocese of Armagh
Episode: #193 Leprechauns, fairies and the Holy Ghost
Meg Thomson
Producer of Freud's Last Session
BBC
Episode: #191 New Atheism, Sigmund Freud and Narnia: Does CS Lewis still matter?
Justin Brierley
Author of The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God
Premier Unbelievable
Episode: #191 New Atheism, Sigmund Freud and Narnia: Does CS Lewis still matter?
Jem Bloomfield
Assistant Professor of Literature and author of Paths in the Snow
University of Nottingham
Episode: #191 New Atheism, Sigmund Freud and Narnia: Does CS Lewis still matter?
Dr. Jem Bloomfield
Assistant Professor of Literature at the University of Nottingham
Episode: #187 Jem Bloomfield: Paths in the snow
Dr. Carolyn Weber
A Christian scholar and author, exploring faith and C.S. Lewis's influence.
Episode: #186 Dan Barker and Carolyn Weber: Can atheists appreciate CS Lewis?

Host

Ruth Jackson
Co-host who engages with listeners through dynamic discussions on C.S. Lewis's insights and thoughts, often leading the segments with her knowledge and passion for literature and faith.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Guidance through the Shadowlands

    I was first handed The Chronicles of Narnia when I was ten, in 1978, and went on to read the entire series twice a year well into my twenties.

    As I got older I added more of Lewis’ other books to my regular reading schedule. This is one of the Lewis podcasts I listen to, and I must say it’s the most consistently enjoyable. Though he died before I was born, CS Lewis has been a constant in my life since I “met” him. His effect on me is that of George MacDonald on him.

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    The Nameless Twin
    United States3 months ago
  • What a treasure these Podcasts are!

    This CSLewis podcasts are tremendous fun and again rich in knowledge and gain! I never not learned something applicable to my own faith journey and creative expression of who I am in Christ! Todays podcast with Holly and Ruth about Tolkien and his Christmas letters again opened my mind to his wit and emotional intelligence this time surrounding Christmas. Thank you. Am putting those Christmas letters on my “save to buy list”!👑☝🏽

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    Bebop7
    Spain4 months ago
  • C.S. Lewis!

    I love your podcasts!!! Thank you so much! Ruth you do a fantastic job and are so gracious!

    FYI my husband debated Dan Barker back in 1999. My husband did a great job defending the existence of God. Dan seems intelligent but didn’t substantiate his stance on God does not exist. You did a gracious job of listening well and asking good questions.

    Best,

    Julie

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    CrossSports
    United States4 months ago
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    Utrolig kjekk PODKast. Lytter til den hver uke. Takk. Hilsen fra Norge

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    Thor Punds
    Norway5 months ago
  • A question.

    Really enjoy your podcast, thanks for putting it on. A suggestion for an episode: Lewis wrote somewhere (Mere Christianity I believe), that he suspects the creation of the universe was to provide a medium within which-where two souls can meet, or words to that effect. Did he ever expand on that bit of theology?

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    Searching Canadian
    Canada7 months ago

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The discussions are generally well-received for their depth and relevance, particularly in addressing modern faith-related questions.
Feedback highlights a strong passion for C.S. Lewis's teachings, with many expressing gratitude for the enriching content that aids their spiritual journeys.
Listeners appreciate the blend of academic insight and personal connection to C.S. Lewis's works, often finding profound value in the content.

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#206 Jacqueline Wilson: The prayer life of CS Lewis
Q: What are some unusual prayer practices of C.S. Lewis you discovered?
Lewis's practice of praying for the dead and engaging in frequent confession, which are uncommon for Anglicans, exposes his broader appreciation for various Christian traditions.
#206 Jacqueline Wilson: The prayer life of CS Lewis
Q: What do you think we can learn from Lewis about cultural apologetics?
Lewis's ability to illustrate his points makes his apologetics powerful and emotionally resonant, allowing readers to experience rather than just understand his message.
#206 Jacqueline Wilson: The prayer life of CS Lewis
Q: What led you to focus on cultural apologetics?
My experience studying in an anti-Christian environment pushed me to include a Christian perspective in my work, which later led me to discover and study cultural apologetics more deeply.
#204 Alister McGrath: Lewis on science, miracles and materialism
Q: How relevant do you think Lewis's critiques of materialism are in the context of current scientific debates?
Lewis's critiques remain relevant as materialism fails to account for deeper human experiences and moral understanding, suggesting a need for a framework that incorporates more than just materialist ideology.
#204 Alister McGrath: Lewis on science, miracles and materialism
Q: Why did Lewis critique the reductionist view of humanity inherent in materialism?
Lewis argues that reductionism undermines our understanding of human responsibilities and the moral obligations that come with being at the top of the evolutionary tree.

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