Jason Baxter
Speaker, college professor, and author of eight books, including The Medieval Mind of C.S. Lewis and Why Literature Still Matters. He is the Director for the Center for Beauty and Culture at Benedictine College in Kansas.
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Feb 14, 2025 • 1h 19min
The Abolition of Man, That Hideous Strength, Till We Have Faces. CS Lewis as prophet of dark times
Join Jason Baxter, a C.S. Lewis scholar and director at Benedictine College, and Nicholas Colloff, an insightful interpreter of Lewis’s works, as they delve into the profound ideas presented in Lewis's three key writings. They explore how modernity's detachment from objective values leads to a hollow existence. The conversation covers the dystopian vision of 'That Hideous Strength,' the transformative journey in 'Till We Have Faces,' and the need for emotional education to restore humanity. Their discussion reveals the timeless relevance of Lewis's critiques in navigating today's complex world.
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Aug 25, 2025 • 45min
Jason M. Baxter Knows Why Literature Still Matters.
Jason M. Baxter, a college professor and author, dives into the enduring importance of literature in our tech-driven age. He discusses how storytelling can heal and connect people, emphasizing literature as a 'technology for inwardness.' Baxter highlights literature's role in countering the superficiality of online content and stresses the need for critical thinking. He also reflects on the power of immersive experiences in deepening self-understanding and championing beauty in art. Inspirations from literary greats like C.S. Lewis and Dante further enrich the conversation.
