CS 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. To find out more about the launch of this podcast and receive exclusive content from Alister McGrath, sign up to the Unbelievable? newsletter.

Tuesdays from 10pm and Sundays from 5pm

#52 Reflections on the Psalms

2 May 2022
22:56

Reflections On The Psalms (1958) is CS Lewis' only book that directly comments on the Bible. Alister explains why Lewis chose to write about the Psalms and what lessons we can draw from it today. + For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visi.....

#51 Surprised by Joy

25 Apr 2022
24:42

Surprised By Joy (1955) is CS Lewis' 'spiritual autobiography of his conversion experience. Alister draws out the lessons his life can give us today. + For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website + For our Premier Unbeli.....

#50 The Great Divorce

18 Apr 2022
31:35

The Great Divorce (1945) is an unusual story told from the perspective of passengers on a 'day trip' from hell to heaven. Alister explains how the story and characters draw out Lewis' views on the nature of heaven and hell. + For more shows, fr.....

#49 The Screwtape Letters

11 Apr 2022
24:55

The Screwtape Letters (1942) saw CS Lewis rise to international prominence as an author. Alister and Justin talk about its creative approach to conversion, temptation and the Christian life. + For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our.....

#48 The Problem of Pain

4 Apr 2022
19:57

The Problem Of Pain (1940) was CS Lewis' apologetic on the problem of God & suffering. Alister reviews its content and impact. + For more shows, free ebook and newsletter visit our new website + For our Premier Unbelievable? Live events...

#47 Pilgrim’s Regress

28 Mar 2022
18:36

Published in 1933, Pilgrim's Regress was Lewis' first book written after his conversion. Modelled after Bunyan's 'Pilgrim's Progress', Alister explains why it is among the least well-known of Lewis' writings. + For more from the podcast http://.....

#46 Season 5 - CS Lewis’ popular Christian books (intro)

21 Mar 2022
21:29

In this new season of the podcast hosted by Justin, Alister introduces seven of CS Lewis' popualr Christian works. + For more from the podcast http://www.cslewispodcast.com  + For our Premier Unbelievable? Live events+ Support the podcast from the US...

#45 Audience Q&A on how to make the case for Jesus

14 Mar 2022
25:20

Alister takes audience Q&A on Jesus, CS Lewis and evangelism. From Unbelievable? the Conference 2013 + For more from the podcast http://www.cslewispodcast.com + For our Premier Unbelievable? Live events+ Support the podcast from the USA+ Support...

#44 Alister McGrath: Jesus the lunatic? How to make the case for Christ

7 Mar 2022
41:36

Alister McGrath's talk at Unbelievable? the Conference 2013 on 'Jesus the Lunatic?'. + For more from the podcast http://www.cslewispodcast.com + For our Premier Unbelievable? Live events+ Support the podcast from the USA+ Support the podcast from UK...

#43 CS Lewis, The Lord of The Rings, myth and imagination

28 Feb 2022
27:55

Alister concludes this season of the podcast looking at the different ways Lewis and Tolkien expressed the Christian story through their well-known fantasy writings.  + For more from the podcast http://www.cslewispodcast.com + For our Premier Unbelie...

#42 CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien

21 Feb 2022
21:02

CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien, two of the greatest writers of the 20th Century,  were good friends. So how did Lewis and Tolkien influence each other's faith and writing?  + For more from the podcast http://www.cslewispodcast.com + For our Premier Unbelie...

#41 CS Lewis on the importance of friendship

14 Feb 2022
26:01

Why is the concept of friendship in books such as The Four Loves, so important to Lewis? How did Lewis' friendship and romance with Joy Davidman affect his circle of friends? Alister continues to explore this theme with Justin.   + For more from the...

#40 CS Lewis, the Inklings and the Eagle and Child pub

7 Feb 2022
21:09

Who were Lewis' closest friends from childhood and as an adult? Who were the Inklings and which pub did they actually meet at? What can we learn from Lewis about friendship? All these questions and more are explored by Alister and Justin in today's c...

#39 CS Lewis, Mark Zuckerberg and technology

31 Jan 2022
25:11

Alister and Justin continue their conversation on what Lewis' writings have to say to our modern technological age including the rise of big tech platforms such as Google and Facebook's 'Meta' universe.  For more from the podcast http://www.cslewispo...

#38 CS Lewis, AI and transhumanism

24 Jan 2022
22:57

What do Lewis' writings such as 'The Abolition of Man' and 'That Hideous Strength' have to say to the rise of AI and Transhumanism? Alister McGrath and Justin Brierley begin a new conversation on CS Lewis and technology. For more from the podcast htt...

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