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The C.S. Lewis podcast

The C.S. Lewis podcast

A weekly podcast 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 encouraged by the writings of C.S. Lewis is Professor Alister McGrath. Both men were raised in Northern Ireland, studied at Oxford University and went on to become professors there. They also both came to faith from atheism slightly later in life. Alister has written numerous books on C.S. Lewis, including a seminal biography C.S. Lewis – A Life. Every Monday, Ruth Jackson and Professor Alister McGrath will reflect on C.S. Lewis’ ideas, life and influence as well as trying to answer questions that impact culture today.

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  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #153 The poet and the philologist: Lewis and Tolkien's early years Play in Edifi Player

    #153 The poet and the philologist: Lewis and Tolkien's early years

    Dr Holly Ordway, author of Tolkien’s Faith explores what Lewis and Tolkien thought of each other when they first met. How did their friendship blossom? Why was their conversation in Addison's Walk so significant to Lewis' journey back to Christianity? What influence did the two men have on each other? For Holly: https://hollyordway.com/ \+ Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 \+ For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website \+ For online learning …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #152 Is ‘The Lord of the Rings’ a religious work? Play in Edifi Player

    #152 Is ‘The Lord of the Rings’ a religious work?

    Dr Holly Ordway, author of Tolkien’s Faith explores what JRR Tolkien meant when he described The Lord of the Rings as a "fundamentally religious and Catholic work". Do we see any elements of his faith in the book? Is it possible to discern a theology? Are there any characters Tolkien identified with? plus, how does Leaf by Niggle relate to Tolkien's magnum opus? For Holly: https://hollyordway.com/ \+ Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 \+ For more shows, free ebook and …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #151 Holly Ordway: Trauma, Catholicism and romantic love Play in Edifi Player

    #151 Holly Ordway: Trauma, Catholicism and romantic love

    Dr Holly Ordway, author of Tolkien’s Faith, shares some of the traumatic events in JRR Tolkien's life, such as the death of his parents during his childhood, his forbidden romantic love and his experience of the Great War. What would it have been like to convert to Catholicism? How did his guardian Fr Francis impact Tolkien's faith? For Holly: https://hollyordway.com/ \+ Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 \+ For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #150 Holly Ordway: Tolkien on Holy Week Play in Edifi Player

    #150 Holly Ordway: Tolkien on Holy Week

    We continue our conversation with Dr Holly Ordway, author of Tolkien's Faith. How would Tolkien have celebrated Holy Week? How did he view death? What did Easter and the resurrection mean to him? For Holly: https://hollyordway.com/ \+ Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 \+ For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website \+ For online learning https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training \+ For our Premier Unbelievable? Live events \+ Support the podcast …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #149 Holly Ordway: Tolkien's faith Play in Edifi Player

    #149 Holly Ordway: Tolkien's faith

    Ahead of Tolkien Reading Day on 25th March, Dr Holly Ordway, author of Tolkien's Faith, shares her thoughts about Tolkien’s Catholic faith. She explores the relevance of his work, looking at whether it will stand the test of time. For Holly: www.hollyordway.com \+ Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 \+ For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website \+ For online learning https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training \+ For our Premier Unbelievable? Live …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #148 Ruth Jackson: Where it all began Play in Edifi Player

    #148 Ruth Jackson: Where it all began

    The microphone is turned on Ruth Jackson as she is interviewed by David Bates from Pints With Jack. Originally broadcast in 2021 just after the launch of The CS Lewis Podcast, Ruth shares the vision behind why and how it started. Plus, shout about the show to win yourself a free copy of CS Lewis: A Life by Professor Alister McGrath. For Pints With Jack: https://www.pintswithjack.com/ To view their interview with Ruth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1sb36l_OEyU&t;=159s \+ Subscribe to The CS …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #147 Jason Lepojärvi: The undiscovered Lewis Play in Edifi Player

    #147 Jason Lepojärvi: The undiscovered Lewis

    Dr Jason Lepojärvi, CS Lewis associate professor of theology and literature at George Fox University and director of the CS Lewis Initiative, gives us a sneak peak into some undiscovered elements of Lewis. Did he have a theological blind spot? Why are people still so interested in him? Plus, discover more about the inaugural Undiscovered CS Lewis conference in Oregon. For the Inaugural Undiscovered CS Lewis conference and to submit a paper proposal for the conference: …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #146 That Hideous Strength: How do we resist evil? Play in Edifi Player

    #146 That Hideous Strength: How do we resist evil?

    In this final episode on The Space Trilogy, Alister McGrath finishes his discussion on That Hideous Strength, looking particularly at how evil emerges and how we stop technology, such as AI and nuclear weapons, getting out of control. Alister also summarises some of his thoughts on the entire trilogy. What are the key takeaways? Does he have any tips for best engaging with these books? Which related Lewis works would Alister recommend? Plus, we hear some of your comments. \+ Subscribe to The CS …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #145 That Hideous Strength: Was Lewis sexist? Play in Edifi Player

    #145 That Hideous Strength: Was Lewis sexist?

    Alister McGrath looks at what Lewis thought of women, sexuality and marriage. Are any of the characters in That Hideous Strength based on people Lewis knew? What was he trying to convey through their depiction? \+ Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 \+ For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website \+ For online learning https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training \+ For our Premier Unbelievable? Live events \+ Support the podcast from the USA \+ …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #144 That Hideous Strength: What would a godless world look like? Play in Edifi Player

    #144 That Hideous Strength: What would a godless world look like?

    Alister McGrath continues to discuss the final book of CS Lewis’ science fiction trilogy. What are Lewis' thoughts on education? Was he anti-modern? Does the abolition of God necessarily lead to the abolition of humanity? \+ Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 \+ For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website \+ For online learning https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training \+ For our Premier Unbelievable? Live events \+ Support the podcast from the …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #143 That Hideous Strength: Is technology dangerous? Play in Edifi Player

    #143 That Hideous Strength: Is technology dangerous?

    Alister McGrath explores how CS Lewis addresses the perceived conflict between God and science in That Hideous Strength. What insights can Lewis give about pertinent issues such as the atomic age, eugenics and Artificial Intelligence? When does technology becomes technocracy and why was Tolkien so anti tech? What are some of the ways religion is being challenged and how does Lewis expose these critiques? \+ Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 \+ For more shows, free …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #142 That Hideous Strength: What is the future of humanity? Play in Edifi Player

    #142 That Hideous Strength: What is the future of humanity?

    Alister McGrath continues to dive into some of the key themes in the final book of CS Lewis' science fiction trilogy. What will happen to the human race? How can we change our future? What is the point of scientific experimentation? Alister also looks at how Lewis engages with HG Wells. \+ Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 \+ For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website \+ For online learning https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training \+ For our …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #141 That Hideous Strength: Is there a darker agenda to scientific experimentation? Play in Edifi Player

    #141 That Hideous Strength: Is there a darker agenda to scientific experimentation?

    Professor Alister McGrath explores the final book of CS Lewis’ space trilogy, That Hideous Strength, looking at some of its key themes, characters and questions. How is it a "modern fairy tale for grownups"? And why is this significant? Was Lewis' narrative influenced by any of the other Inklings, such as JRR Tolkien? \+ Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959545 \+ For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website \+ For online learning …

  • The C.S. Lewis podcast #140 Sarah Irving-Stonebraker: Does history matter? Play in Edifi Player

    #140 Sarah Irving-Stonebraker: Does history matter?

    Associate Professor Sarah Irving-Stonebraker shares how significant CS Lewis was in her journey from atheism to Christianity. As an academic historian, she explores how great books speak to ever-present questions and looks at why the past matters. Why is Lewis still relevant 60 years after his death? To hear Sarah on Unapologetic: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/unapologetic/unapologetic-75-sarah-irving- stonebraker-how-an-atheist-academic-moved-towards-belief-in-god/16608.article \+ …

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