#130 David Bates: Pints with Jack
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Ruth Jackson speaks to David Bates from the Pints With Jack podcast about how a local book club became a popular show and website. They discuss how David's journey with CS Lewis began ("like most people, it began with a wardrobe") and developed. Plus, what are some of the most surprising things he's learnt about Lewis?
Released on 6 Nov 2023
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