Mere C.S. Lewis

Feb 20 2025 44 ep. 37 mins 29
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Journeying through C.S. Lewis’ life and works, one book and one episode at a time.

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Lion Witch and Wardrobe Stage Play

Feb 20 2025 20 mins  
How do you bring the wonder of Narnia from the page to the stage? In this episode, I’m joined by Noah Stratton from The Logos Theatre, where they are bringing The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe to life in a breathtaking stage production. 🎭✨We’ll go behind the scenes to discuss the creative process, the challenges of adapting Lewis’ beloved classic, and the deep themes

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe

Feb 20 2025 39 mins  
What is it about The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe that continues to capture hearts across generations? In this episode, we journey into the wonder of C.S. Lewis’ beloved tale—exploring its themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the deep magic that governs Narnia. 🏰🕰️Joining me is the brilliant Patti Callahan Henry, author of Once Upon a Wardrobe, a novel that beautif

It All Began with a Picture...

Jan 28 2025 11 mins  
Check out Magic Mind: https://www.magicmind.com/MERECSLJAN In this episode of The Mere C.S. Lewis Podcast, we dive into C.S. Lewis’ essay “It All Began with a Picture…” 🎨, where he shares how The Chronicles of Narnia first took shape in his imagination. How did a mental image of a faun with an umbrella ☂️ lead to one of the most beloved fantasy series of all time? W

CSL Reading Day 2024

Nov 29 2024 8 mins  
📚✨ As we wrap up 2024, Thornton reflects on a year of diving into C.S. Lewis’ works, with this year’s theme of C.S. Lewis and Friendship guiding the journey. From the joys and challenges of true companionship to the deep spiritual lessons of love and selflessness, this episode explores how Lewis’ insights apply to both friendships and marriages. 💡🤝❤️ Thornton

The Great Divorce

Nov 29 2024 36 mins  
*Re-Mastered* In this episode we dive into Lewis’s profound spiritual fantasy, The Great Divorce. 🚍🌄 Discover the fascinating background behind the book, from its roots in medieval theology to its bold rebuttal of William Blake’s The Marriage of Heaven and Hell. We break down key moments, like the ghostly bishop’s intellectual pride 🧠❌ and the man with the red liza

The Screwtape Letters

Oct 29 2024 32 mins  
For our special Halloween episode, we’re diving into the sinister world of C.S. Lewis’ The Screwtape Letters —and we’re bringing in a special guest, Rev. Brian McGreevy, to guide us through the shadows! Written during the turmoil of World War II, Lewis crafted this satirical and chilling tale to explore the subtle ways in which evil infiltrates everyday life. Together wit

Screwtape Poems

Aug 30 2024 40 mins  
Get ready for a deep dive into the poetic mind of C.S. Lewis as we prepare for our upcoming discussion on The Screwtape Letters! In this episode, Thornton and a special poetry expert explore three of Lewis's profound poems🖋️✨ Join us as we unpack the darkly insightful "Wormwood," a precursor to the demonic perspectives we'll encounter in The Screwtape Let

The Ransom Trilogy

Jul 25 2024 40 mins  
Prepare to journey beyond the Silent Planet 🌌✨ – the special episode dedicated to exploring C.S. Lewis's epic Ransom Trilogy! Thornton is joined by Christiana Hale, the insightful author of Deeper Heaven: A Reader's Guide to the Ransom Trilogy 📚🌠. Together, they delve into the rich and imaginative worlds of Out of the Silent Planet, Perelandra, and That Hideous

That Hideous Strength

Jun 28 2024 47 mins  
Welcome to The Hideous Strength 🌌✨ – Join hosts Thornton and Carolyn Weber, acclaimed author of Surprised by Oxford 🎓📖, now a major motion picture, as they delve into the gripping world of C.S. Lewis's That Hideous Strength 🏰🌀. Together, they unravel the novel's intricate plot, explore its profound themes of power, morality, and the clash between science

Perelandra

Jun 28 2024 54 mins  
Welcome to Perelandra 🌌✨ Join hosts Thornton and John Thompson as they dive deep into the cosmos and discuss the second book in Lewis's Heaven's Trilogy (aka Ransom Trilogy). Explore the lush landscapes of Venus 🌿💫, encounter the profound philosophical and theological themes, and unpack the timeless wisdom of this classic sci-fi masterpiece. Whether you're a