CS Lewis Podcast

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#98 Alister McGrath: The imaginative world of Narnia

27 Mar 2023
15:54

In the twelfth episode of our series focussing on McGrath’s book, CS Lewis: A Life, we look at the character of Aslan and unpack some of the classical ideas, philosophy and theology expressed within the Narnia Chronicles. We also explore whether an.....

#97 Alister McGrath: The creation of Narnia

20 Mar 2023
18:53

In the eleventh episode of our series focussing on McGrath’s book, CS Lewis: A Life, we hear the inspiration behind the Narnia Chronicles and look at the important role imagination played in Lewis' work. Plus, don’t forget to register for the oppor.....

#96 Alister McGrath: A prophet without honour?

13 Mar 2023
21:00

In the tenth episode of our series focussing on McGrath’s book, CS Lewis: A Life, we explore the professional setbacks and personal trials Lewis encountered post Second World War. We also look at his move away from apologetics and why he declined a.....

#95 Alister McGrath: CS Lewis’ international fame

6 Mar 2023
17:59

In the ninth episode of our series focussing on McGrath’s book, CS Lewis: A Life, we look at some of Lewis' popular literature and how his rising fame affected his reputation as an Oxford scholar. We discuss The Great Divorce, the Ransom Trilogy an.....

#94 Alister McGrath: The wartime apologist

27 Feb 2023
20:57

In the eighth episode of our series focussing on McGrath’s book, CS Lewis: A Life, Professor Alister McGrath shares some of Lewis' thoughts on suffering. We also hear how and why Lewis was broadcast on BBC Radio during the Second World War and the .....

#93 Alister McGrath: CS Lewis’ literary scholarship

20 Feb 2023
20:35

In the seventh episode of our series focussing on McGrath’s book CS Lewis: A Life, we explore why Lewis never used a typewriter, who the Inklings were and how they impacted his work, and what role women, such as Dorothy L Sayers, played in Lewis' l.....

#92 Alister McGrath: The making of a Mere Christian

13 Feb 2023
31:21

In the sixth episode of our series focussing on McGrath’s book CS Lewis: A Life, we explore Lewis' faith journey, looking at how and why he became a Christian. We also hear about the significant impact of JRR Tolkien. Plus, don't forget to register.....

#91 Alister McGrath: CS Lewis’ early years at Magdalen college

7 Feb 2023
19:49

In the fifth episode of our series focussing on McGrath’s book CS Lewis: A Life, we look at some key moments in Lewis' Oxford career, such as the death of his father, Plus, don't forget to register to win a copy of McGrath’s seminal biography of Le.....

#90 Alister McGrath: The making of an Oxford don

30 Jan 2023
22:13

In the fourth episode of our series focussing on McGrath’s book CS Lewis: A Life, we dive into Lewis' first few years at Oxford and explore the nature of his complicated romantic relationship with Mrs Moore. Plus, don't forget to register to win a .....

#89 Alister McGrath: CS Lewis and the Great War

23 Jan 2023
20:18

In the third episode of our series focussing on McGrath’s book CS Lewis: A Life, we explore Lewis' experience of the First World War and the significant relationships he formed during this time, such as with the Moore family. We also delve into Lew.....

#88 Alister McGrath: CS Lewis’ unpleasant schooldays

16 Jan 2023
22:16

In the second episode of a new series focussing on McGrath’s book CS Lewis: A Life, we look at why Lewis found school so thoroughly unpleasant and how it helped to cement his growing atheism. Plus, we launch a competition to win a copy of McGrath’s.....

#87 Alister McGrath: CS Lewis’ Irish childhood

9 Jan 2023
20:02

In this first episode of a new series focussing on McGrath’s book CS Lewis: A Life, we look at Lewis’ early childhood in County Down, their family life and the death of his mother.   + Subscribe to The CS Lewis podcast: https://pod.link/1560959.....

#86 Alister McGrath: Why read CS Lewis?

2 Jan 2023
21:22

As we begin a new year, we pause to remind ourselves of the thought, life and legacy of CS Lewis. Professor Alister McGrath shares why and how we can engage with Lewis and his writings as we introduce a new series focussing on McGrath’s book CS Lew.....

#85 A magical Narnia trail

26 Dec 2022
16:59

There is something inherently Christmassy about The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and a church in the North East of England have used Lewis’ classic children’s tale to put on a special event, inviting local families to engage with the Christmas .....

#84 CS Lewis on Christmas

19 Dec 2022
17:58

What did Christmas mean to CS Lewis? How did he celebrate it? Did he ever write about the festive season? Professor Alister McGrath shares his insights into CS Lewis' depiction of the incarnation and Christmas. Support our End Of Year Appeal: https:/...