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The Wade Center Podcast features interviews and discussions with scholars and figures related to Wade Center and our authors: C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, Dorothy L. Sayers, George MacDonald, G.K. Chesterton, Owen Barfield, and Charles Williams.

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How did C.S. handle Scripture in his various works—especially in The Chronicles of Narnia? In this week's episode, co-hosts Dr. Jim Beitler and Aaron Hill sit down with Dr. Leslie Baynes, to discuss all these questions and more from her new book Betw... more

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Did you know that George MacDonald translated German hymns written by none other than Martin Luther? In this week's episode, co-hosts Dr. Jim Beitler and Aaron Hill sit down with Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson, to discuss her recent article in VII: T... more

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The friendship of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien has spawned many myths and inspired many lives. In this week's episode, co-hosts Dr. Jim Beitler and Aaron Hill sit down with Kirk Manton, the producer or a forthcoming five-part documentary about the l... more

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You don't want to miss this episode! Join co-hosts Dr. Jim Beitler and Aaron Hill as they interview Julia Golding and Malcolm Guite to discuss their latest book "Wardrobes and Rings" which journeys through the themes and Scripture of Lent with C.S. L... more

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Recent Guests

Leslie Baynes
Professor of New Testament and Second Temple Judaism
Missouri State University
Episode: C.S. Lewis and the Bible w/ Dr. Leslie Baynes
Sarah Hinlicky Wilson
Reverend Dr., Lutheran pastor; author and scholar
Theology and a Recipe; Queen of the Sciences; Wade Center connection
Episode: George MacDonald's Translations of Martin Luther's Hymns w/ Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson
Kirk Manton
Producer, Director of Development for Eastgate Creative
Eastgate Creative
Episode: Filming the Lives of Lewis and Tolkien w/ Kirk Manton
Julia Golding
Multi award-winning novelist and director of the Oxford Center for Fantasy
Oxford Center for Fantasy
Episode: "Wardrobes and Rings: Through Lenten Lands with the Inklings" w/ Julia Golding and Malcolm Guite
Malcolm Guite
Literary critic and author with expertise in spirituality
Episode: "Wardrobes and Rings: Through Lenten Lands with the Inklings" w/ Julia Golding and Malcolm Guite
Dr. Richard Hughes Gibson
Author and faculty member in the English Department at Wheaton College
Wheaton College
Episode: "The Way of Dante" w/ Dr. Richard Gibson
Tish Harrison Warren
Author and Anglican priest
New York Times
Episode: Tish Harrison Warren on "What Grows in Weary Lands"
Dr. Holly Ordway
Cardinal Francis George Professor of Faith and Culture at Word on Fire Institute
Word on Fire Institute
Episode: Bonus: Tolkien's Films w/ Dr. Holly Ordway
David C. Downing
Former co-director of The Wade Center and scholar
Wade Center at Wheaton College
Episode: The Downing's Return to Discuss "The Wages of Cinema"

Hosts

Aaron Hill
Co-host affiliated with Wade Center / Wheaton College, involved in scholarly discussions around Wade Center authors.
Jim Beitler
Director/Host on Wade Center conversations, with a long association to Wade Center and Wheaton College.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 179 ratings
  • A Gem

    This is a gem of a podcast. As a follower of Christ and an intense fan of Tolkien and Lewis, this is the perfect podcast that melds my passions perfectly.

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    5
    Lburt14
    United States6 months ago
  • What a magnificent website

    I going further in and higher Up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barrie 62
    Canadaa year ago
  • Fantastic gateway into the Inklings’ world

    Solid scholarship coupled with Christian faith, this podcast is one of the best if you’re interested in the inklings. The previous hosts were excellent (aside from the continual misrepresentations of Roman Catholic theology and practice) and so far the current ones continue the varied and intelligent topics on all things Lewis and the Inklings.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mattyreader
    United States2 years ago
  • As Good as it Gets

    I only recently happened upon the Wade Center podcast. What a treasure! With well over 100 past episodes still to listen to, I certainly know how much of my free time in the next year will be spent. Thank you for a wonderfully entertaining, informative and thought-provoking channel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lcel55
    Canada2 years ago
  • My favorite podcast!

    I have a handful of excellent podcasts that I enjoy on a regular basis. Among them, this is MY FAVORITE! Great content and well-produced. I pray you continue with this good work for many years to come.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CF_BRchap
    United States4 years ago

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Audience value is in-depth analysis delivered with warmth and humor.
High production quality and thoughtful guests are a consistent strength.
Scholarly and approachable discussions on Lewis, Tolkien, and the Inklings.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

C.S. Lewis and the Bible w/ Dr. Leslie Baynes
Q: What makes Narnia a strong vehicle for Lewis's interpretive work on the scriptures?
Baynes notes that Lewis's fiction allows him to weave biblical language and themes through imagination rather than scholarly debate, making scriptural insights accessible to a broader audience.
C.S. Lewis and the Bible w/ Dr. Leslie Baynes
Q: Could you talk a little bit about Lewis's approach to scripture and how Gore influenced it?
Dr. Baynes explains that Lewis read scripture through creedal lenses and was influenced by Gore's argument that the Bible can be read with awareness of its historical context, which shaped Lewis's approach to inerrancy and inspiration.
George MacDonald's Translations of Martin Luther's Hymns w/ Rev. Dr. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson
Q: Do you have one that you would be willing to share, maybe a few stanzas with us and talk about their significance?
Yes. There is a Christmas hymn, From Heaven Above to Earth I Come, translated by MacDonald, which shows how he retained the Christological depth while making it singable and singable in English for congregations today.
Filming the Lives of Lewis and Tolkien w/ Kirk Manton
Q: What was unique about their friendship?
The guests explain that Lewis and Tolkien's unlikely friendship, forged across differences (Catholic/Protestant backgrounds, nationalities), endured through a lifetime of collaboration and conflict, and became a foundation for their broader work and the Inklings network.
Filming the Lives of Lewis and Tolkien w/ Kirk Manton
Q: So how did you get to doing this project about CS. Lewis and JRR. Tolkien?
Kirk describes years of involvement with the CS Lewis Foundation, transitioning from youth ministry to film, and how his collaboration with other veteran filmmakers and scholars naturally led to a project focused on Lewis and Tolkien, emphasizing friendship and its relevance today.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wade Center

What is Wade Center about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, scholarship-driven show that centers on the Wade Center's authors and related literary figures. Episodes frequently explore C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, Dorothy L. Sayers, George MacDonald, and other Inklings connections through literary analysis, theology, and cultural impact, often featuring scholars, authors, and religious thinkers. The conversations tend to blend rigorous academic insight with accessible storytelling, highlighting how classic Christian literature informs modern faith, imagination, and culture. Noteworthy is the show's strong emphasis on interdisciplinary perspectives—literature, theology, film, and history—delivered with warmth, curiosity, and a shared love of these authors. This mix makes it appealing to l... more

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1. Leslie Baynes
2. Sarah Hinlicky Wilson
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4. Julia Golding
5. Malcolm Guite
6. Dr. Richard Hughes Gibson
7. Tish Harrison Warren
8. Dr. Holly Ordway

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