A long-awaited conversation with Kevin Hensler, PhD candidate in Religion at Temple University. We talk about Pullman's materialist theology, Lyra's destiny, and world-building. Spoilers abound!
Kevin's page on Temple U: https://liberalarts.temple.edu/academics/departments/religion/hensler-kevin
Musical themes:
Jerry, the able seaman
Trollesund
The Consul
The Bear
Witches (adapted from 'The Flowers of Lapland,' whistled by Dr Kalmenius in Clockwork)
Where's your balloon?
