This is the second and final part of an interview with Dr. Harry Lee Poe about the new book (2021 release) entitled The Making of C.S. Lewis (1918–1945): From Atheist to Apologist. Follow the link below to hear the first part. It mentioned Poe’s discovery of a recording Lewis made during WWII that was unknown …
Read the full post →“[PODCAST] The Making of C.S. Lewis, pt. 2 (Dr. Hal Poe)”
Dr. Harry Lee Poe (“Hal” to his friends) is back as a guest on the podcast to tell about his new (for 2021) book, The Making of C.S. Lewis (1918–1945): From Atheist to Apologist. This is the first of a two-part show about that title. Previously, Hal released Becoming C.S. Lewis, a book that covered the …
Read the full post →“[PODCAST] The Making of C.S. Lewis, pt. 1 (Dr. Hal Poe)”
C.S. Lewis is most known for his stories about Narnia that are found in seven books, but did you know he did a science-fiction trilogy prior to them? Christina Hale, author of Deeper Heaven: A Reader’s Guide to C. S. Lewis’s Ransom Trilogy, wants to not only make sure you are aware of those three …
Few would deny that C.S. Lewis was a great writer, or that he helped people understand the Christian faith. However, not everyone realizes how his fictional works can help lay a foundation for those who are not Christian to be more open to the faith. Learn more about this in a podcast interview with Dr. …
C.S. Lewis had many friends…the most famous was J.R.R. Tolkien, whom he worked with for many years at Oxford University. Just as with Lewis, there are many misconceptions about Tolkien. One is that he “read very little modern fiction, and took no serious notice of it.” Dr. Holly Ordway has studied the issue for many …
Read the full post →“[PODCAST] Tolkien’s Modern Reading (Holly Ordway)”
“Learning in War-Time” is an essay by C.S. Lewis that has application beyond its original context. This is why it was selected for my occasional podcast series focusing on a single shorter work by him. Dr. K. Alan Snyder joined William O’Flaherty to discuss this insightful essay. Dr. Snyder is a historian and has written …
Read the full post →“[PODCAST] Essay Chat #21 – Learning in War-Time (Alan Snyder)”
This is actual the FIFTH (and final) podcast to honor the legacy of Walter Hooper. He died on December 7, 2020. While it is the second show for the All About Jack podcast, two other podcasters have done some shows reflecting on the life and image of Hooper (see links below). Some are unaware that he …
Read the full post →“[PODCAST] Walter Hooper Tribute – Episode 2”
UPDATED 1/12/21 This is the first of several podcasts to honor the legacy of Walter Hooper who died on December 7, 2020. His funeral is scheduled for January 8th at the Oxford Oratory at 11 am local time. Most are aware he served as the Literary Executor of the C.S. Lewis Estate for many years. …
Read the full post →“[PODCAST] Walter Hooper Tribute – Episode 1”
It’s an annual event…people look for quotations to help inspire them as they begin a new year. Of course, there is nothing wrong with that. Everyone could use a little inspiration. However, if you are going to look to C.S. Lewis to encourage or motivate you, please be careful by trying to find out if …
Read the full post →“Happy NEW Year From C.S. Lewis – Please Don’t Quote Me”
Walter Hooper died on December 7, 2020. I’ve been told a service will be live-streamed at the Oxford Oratory via their YouTube Channel) on Friday, January 8th at 11 am GMT (6 am Eastern). Additionally, I’ll be releasing a couple of podcasts (via All About Jack) featuring reflections by people who knew Walter (and a …
