#235 Joseph Weigel: A Firefighter on Faith, Courage, and The Abolition of Man

2025-11-10T17:00:00+00:00

Ruth Jackson talks with firefighter and podcast host Joseph Weigel about CS Lewis’ The Abolition of Man and why its insights into truth, morality, and modern culture still matter today. They explore how Lewis’ ideas about courage, sacrifice, and integrity resonate in everyday life and ask whether these themes have any relevance to the challenges faced by first responders. Ruth also invites reflection on how, if at all, faith shapes the way we approach demanding or high-stress situations.

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