All CS Lewis articles
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ShowsAndrew Lazo: Did C.S. Lewis get his own conversion story wrong?
Did C.S. Lewis misremember his own conversion story? Scholar Andrew Lazo joins Ruth Jackson to discuss a newly revealed manuscript that challenges what we thought we knew about Lewis’s journey from atheism to faith. Discover what truly changed Lewis’s mind - and what he was really searching for.
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ShowsAndrew Lazo: How C.S. Lewis changed the minds of atheists, scientists and prisoners
What do an atheist scientist, a Watergate prisoner and the author of Interview with the Vampire have in common? C.S. Lewis changed the way they thought.
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ShowsHas God slammed a door in your face? Tyler Staton on suffering
Why does C.S. Lewis still resonate so deeply decades after his death? Tyler Staton joins Ruth Jackson to explore how Lewis’s insights on prayer, suffering, longing, and imagination continue to shape faith today. From doubt to desire, discover lessons from Lewis that help us find God - even when he seems absent.
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ShowsWhy does Philip Pullman hate The Magician’s Nephew?
Why does Philip Pullman hate The Magician’s Nephew? Caleb Woodbridge and Damien Walter wrap up their series by exploring Pullman’s critique, suffering and redemption in Narnia, and whether science fiction can satisfy our longing for meaning. They also touch on Tolkien’s surprising take on Dune.
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ShowsPhilip Pullman vs CS Lewis: Do we need a true myth?
Caleb Woodbridge and Damien Walter dive into the power of myth and imagination, debating Philip Pullman’s critique of C.S. Lewis and whether we all have a “myth-shaped hole” in our minds. Is Christianity the “true myth” we’re searching for, or just another story among many? Explore meaning, judgement, and the stories that shape us.
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ShowsWhy did Philip Pullman call Narnia a “filthy lie”?
Why did Philip Pullman call Narnia a “filthy lie”? Christian writer Caleb Woodbridge and sci-fi critic Damien Walter dive into the “problem of Susan,” accusations of sexism, and whether C.S. Lewis’s beloved Narnia stories are morally troubling. The first of a two-part conversation from the Unbelievable? podcast.
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ShowsPeter S Williams: CS Lewis, Richard Dawkins and Jesus
How might C.S. Lewis respond to Richard Dawkins’ views on Jesus and the New Atheists? In this episode, Peter S Williams shares insights from his seminar, exploring Lewis’s approach to apologetics and how he might tackle modern scepticism. Includes audience Q&A from the 2013 Unbelievable conference.
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ShowsPeter S Williams: CS Lewis, Richard Dawkins and ethics
In this episode, Christian philosopher Peter S Williams explores how C.S. Lewis might have responded to Richard Dawkins and the New Atheists on issues of freedom, responsibility, and ethics. Drawing on a 2013 Unbelievable conference, Williams unpacks Lewis’s enduring insights for today’s debates.
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ShowsPeter S Williams: How would CS Lewis respond to Richard Dawkins and the New Atheists?
Does Dawkins have a self-contradictory view of faith and knowledge? CS Lewis would likely have thought so, according to Peter S Williams, a Christian philosopher and apologist.
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ShowsLaura Miller and Michael Ward: Was Lewis racist and sexist?
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 explore some of the criticisms levelled against Lewis and his fiction.
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ShowsLaura Miller and Michael Ward: Is Christianity good?
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.
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ShowsLaura Miller and Michael Ward: A sceptic in Narnia
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
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ShowsAlister McGrath: Is Christianity rational?
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 in our final episode on Lewis and apologetics.
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ShowsAlister McGrath: Suffering, hell and the hope of heaven
Does my life have any meaning? If God exists, why has he allowed my suffering? How can a good God allow hell? Alister McGrath explores whether Lewis can speak into any contemporary theological, ethical and cultural questions or concerns.
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ShowsAlister McGrath: Was CS Lewis an effective apologist?
What is apologetics? Why does it matter? Can Christianity speak into the dominant narratives of our culture? Ruth Jackson is joined by Alister McGrath to reflect on what we can learn from Lewis’ unique approach to apologetics.
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ShowsDr Crystal Hurd: How Paternal Literary Habits Influenced CS Lewis
In today’s episode, we welcome back Dr. Crystal Hurd, an educator, poet, and researcher from Virginia. Crystal shares insights from her paper, which was presented at the 2024 Undiscovered CS Lewis Conference at George Fox University.
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ShowsDr Crystal Hurd: C.S. Lewis’s Family, Faith, and the Literary Legacy of Albert Lewis
Dr Crystal Hurd joins Ruth Jackson to reveal how C.S. Lewis’s father, Albert - shipbuilder, aspiring writer, and man of faith - influenced Lewis’s imagination, values, and literary career. Explore the family stories, Victorian ideals, and childhood creativity that helped shape the beloved author of Narnia.
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ShowsDr Crystal Hurd: C.S. Lewis’s Family, Albert & Flora, and the Power of Literature
Dr Crystal Hurd joins Ruth Jackson to explore the family influences that shaped C.S. Lewis, from his father Albert’s hard work and love of literature to the resilience and wit of his mother Flora. Discover how the roots of Lewis’s creativity and faith were planted at home.
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ShowsDr Crystal Hurd: Dr Crystal Hurd: C.S. Lewis, Flora Lewis, and the Quiet Strength of Family
Dr Crystal Hurd joins Ruth Jackson to explore how C.S. Lewis’s mother, Flora, shaped his life, creativity, and respect for women. Together, they discuss family loss, literary inspiration, and the hidden influence behind Lewis’s legacy.
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ShowsDr Crystal Hurd: CS Lewis on Quiet Influence, Humility & Lighting Your Corner
Educator and poet Dr Crystal Hurd joins Ruth Jackson to explore C.S. Lewis’s vision of leadership - not as power, but as quiet faithfulness. They discuss how Lewis’s life and fiction celebrate ordinary people who shape others by character and care, and why “lighting the corner you’re in” can change the world.
