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The C.S. Lewis podcast

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C.S. Lewis
Christianity
CS Lewis
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Mere Christianity
Narnia
Theology
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Till We Have Faces
Faith
Christmas
Cultural Apologetics
Oxford University Socratic Club
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J.R.R. Tolkien
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The Chronicles Of Narnia
That Hideous Strength
Christian Apologetics
The Great Divorce

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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Are The Narnia Chronicles sexist and racist? Did Lewis explicitly avoid sexuality in the novels? In the final part of their discussion (originally broadcast on Unbelievable? back in 2009), literary critic Laura Miller and CS Lewis expert Michael Ward... more

In the second part of their discussion (originally broadcast on Unbelievable? back in 2009), literary critic Laura Miller and CS Lewis expert Michael Ward explore Narnia, Christianity and myth. + Support us here: www.premierunbelievable.com/g... more

Literary critic Laura Miller was captivated by Lewis’ Narnia stories as a child. As a teenager, she learnt of the Christian parallels in the books and felt “cheated and betrayed”. She was joined by Michael Ward, a leading expert on CS Lewis and autho... more

How important are facts and reason? Is science alone enough? What role does imagination play in apologetics? How do we maintain a strong faith when engaging with sceptics? Alister McGrath shares his insight into Lewis' thinking on important questions... more

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Recent Guests

Laura Miller
Author of The Magician's Book
Author; The Magician's Book
Episode: Laura Miller and Michael Ward: Is Christianity good?
Michael Ward
Author of Planet Narnia
Author; Planet Narnia
Episode: Laura Miller and Michael Ward: Is Christianity good?
Crystal Hurd
Educator, poet and researcher; author of The Leadership of CS Lewis
Virginia, academic researcher
Episode: #263 Dr Crystal Hurd: C.S. Lewis’s Family, Albert & Flora, and the Power of Literature
Dr Crystal Hurd
Educator, poet and researcher from Virginia; contributed a chapter on Flora Lewis and authored The Leadership of CS Lewis
Virginia
Episode: #261 Dr Crystal Hurd: CS Lewis on Quiet Influence, Humility & Lighting Your Corner
Jim Stockton
Emeritus Lecturer in Philosophy, Boise State University
Boise State University
Episode: #257 Jim Stockton: The legacy and modern relevance of the Oxford University Socratic Club
Dr. Crystal Hurd
An educator, poet, and researcher from Virginia
Episode: #246 Dr Crystal Hurd: Lighting the Corner You’re In: CS Lewis and Everyday Leadership
Charlie Reeder
Recent graduate of Oxford University with a first-class degree in English literature and language, focusing on C.S. Lewis's concepts in his dissertation.
Oxford University
Episode: #241 Charlie Reeder: Longing for the Hidden Country: CS Lewis, Sehnsucht, and Spirits in Bondage
Stefan Knibbe
An academic with an MA in philosophy and theological studies, working on a book about Hell.
Episode: #239 Stefan Knibbe: CS Lewis on Freedom, Suffering, and Hell
Joseph Weigel
A firefighter and host of the Men with Chests podcast, author of the upcoming book Planet Thalcandra
Episode: #236 Joseph Weigel: The fairytale of That Hideous Strength

Hosts

Ruth Jackson
Host with focus on CS Lewis scholarship, live discussion, and biographical context.
Alister McGrath
Professor of Theology and History of Science; co-host, deep-dive on CS Lewis, faith, and culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Blessing

    One can never go wrong at any age in reading and pondering CS Lewis! Thank you for the discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CSU2012
    United States5 months ago
  • Can be pretentious at times

    Also Charlie Kirk in the great divorce is getting back on the bus

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ILUVPAYNEL
    United States8 months ago
  • Lewis & influence

    So good to have my brain stimulated while doing the hoovering! The interviewer asked the scholar if CS Lewis had been influential. I think his ‘Jesus: mad, bad or God’ argument is his most influential thought as it made it into the Alpha Course. A worldwide phenomenon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scifikoinonia777
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Absolutely Brilliant!

    Firstly I listen to this podcast on repeat and go back and listen to my favourite episodes over and over again.

    This is a podcast which speaks truthfully for and about CS Lewis and has hosts who truly love Lewis and seek out the truth. It is beneficial intellectually and spiritually.

    I love it and definitely listen to it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Noé.20
    United Statesa year ago
  • In effect, quite good!

    In effect, a great introduction to the main themes of Lewis! IYKYK 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mattyreader
    United Statesa year ago

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Thoughtful, rigorous discussions that illuminate Lewis in a contemporary context.
Experts bring deep scholarship and approachable dialogue.
Quality guests consistently bring valuable biographical and philosophical context.
A mix of live Q&A and archival insight is highly engaging and informative.
Listeners appreciate the balance of intellectual rigor and accessible storytelling.

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#268 Alister McGrath: Is Christianity rational?
Q: Alister, do you think one of the reasons that Lewis was particularly effective in engaging non-Christians was because of his previously held atheism?
Yes, his own experience as an atheist who became a Christian gave him insight into what skeptics think and how to present the case in a way that speaks to people who are indifferent or ignorant about Christianity.
#268 Alister McGrath: Is Christianity rational?
Q: But how did he view that relationship between faith and reason, particularly in an era that valued empirical knowledge?
He saw science as valuable for understanding the universe but not sufficient to answer life's deepest questions about meaning, morality, and destiny; faith provides the larger frame within which rational inquiry operates.
#268 Alister McGrath: Is Christianity rational?
Q: I mean, how important are facts and arguments and reasoning in our engagement with non-Christians, do you think?
They are very important; Lewis argued that Christianity is eminently rational and that arguments point toward truth, but conversion also involves God drawing a person, so reason and spiritual influence work together.
#265 Dr Crystal Hurd: How Paternal Literary Habits Influenced CS Lewis
Q: Crystal, now that we've heard your paper, not read by you sadly, but read by the wonderful William, are there any final helpful clarifications that you would like to share?
Crystal confirms the breadth of influence from the Lewis family circle, emphasizes that Lewis was part of a broader garden of writers, and shares upcoming projects and ways to engage with her work.
#264 Dr Crystal Hurd: CS Lewis’s Family, Faith, and the Literary Legacy of Albert Lewis
Q: Crystal, what impact did Richard and then obviously more significantly, I'd imagine Albert's faith have on CS Lewis?
The discussion suggests that the fathers' faith created a climate of faith in the family, influencing Lewis toward religious reflection and shaping his own spiritual journey, especially after Albert's death, which coincides with Lewis's later religious writings.

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A weekly, scholarly discussion centered on CS Lewis's thought, life, and influence, weaving together theology, philosophy, and literary analysis. Conversational guests typically include university-level scholars, theologians, and editors who explore Lewis's writings, his historical context, and the enduring relevance of his ideas to culture, faith, and public discourse. Notable formats range from live Q&A sessions to archival deep-dives into Lewis-era debates, such as the Oxford University Socratic Club, often featuring rich biographical detail and cross-disciplinary insights. This mix tends to attract listeners who value rigorous analysis, intellectual curiosity, and thoughtful apologetics, with a particular interest in how Lewis engages w... more

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