Introduction to esteemed C.S. Lewis author and scholar William O'Flaherty

The early success of our Screwtape Letters Podcast has humbled us. It has also connected us with some wonderful people of faith and C.S. Lewis acolytes. We are so grateful for the opportunity to interview William and we hope to have him back as a regular guest. We appreciate the depth of William's knowledge and his contributions to C.S. Lewis scholarship.

Introducing to our audience the esteemed C.S. Lewis author and scholar William O'Flaherty. William, who has a background as a family counselor and was recently diagnosed as autistic, has an extensive career that includes radio announcing, school counseling, and pertinently authorship and study on C.S. Lewis.

William shares his knowledge and journey into the world of C.S. Lewis, and his love for the Screwtape Letters. He began his C.S. Lewis journey with "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" in high school, which ignited his profound interest in Lewis's work. He delves into influential books like "The Screwtape Letters" and "Mere Christianity," and discusses his engagement in the Lewis scholarly community through podcasting and speaking engagements. The discussion underscores Lewis's broad appeal and the deep spiritual insights found in his writings, extending beyond the well-known Narnia series.

William encourages younger audiences to explore Lewis's works for their profound insights, emphasizing Lewis's skill in weaving Christian themes into fiction without being overtly preachy. He highlights his current focus on "The Screwtape Letters" in preparation for an upcoming speaking engagement in Indiana and his enjoyment of Lewis's science fiction trilogy.

William can be found through his website, EssentialCSLewis.com, and his various online platforms including his “All About Jack Podcast.”