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Lord of the Rings Lorecast – J.R.R. Tolkien’s World & Writings Explained
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Lord of the Rings Lorecast – J.R.R. Tolkien’s World & Writings Explained

Episodio 1179: The Hobbit 50: Bravery Isn't A Lack Of Fear15 de septiembre de 2025 · 31 min
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9 Nov 2026

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From The Silmarillion to the Hobbit to The Rings of Power and The Lord of the Rings. From the creation of the world to what happened after the destruction of the One Ring, this podcast explains all of the lore, characters, history, and mythology of J.R.R. Tolkien's amazingly deep and complex world one topic at a time.

It's like the best college course you could ever take with a professor who loves Middle Earth and adds in some mind-blowing concepts along the way. Whether you're new to the fandom or someone interested in brushing up on the details and expanding your perspective, this is the perfect Tolkien podcast for you.

This is part of the Robots Radio network and is brought to you by the host of other hit lore shows including the Fallout Lorecast, Elder Scrolls Lorecast, and Retro Recall. For business inquiries or advertising please contact [email protected].

This podcast is supported by our patrons at https://patreon.com/lotrlorecast.

Episodios 238

  1. 238: The Nature of Evil (Sauron, Morgoth, & Gollum) VIP Patron Chat, Oct 2026

    1 h 2 minEpisodio 238

    Sauron, Morgoth, and Gollum represent very different perspectives on the nature of Evil, in both obvious and subtle ways. Our VIP Patrons join me this month to explore these ideas and more. Join our Patreon for …

  2. 237: FotR 34: We Finally Get To Meet Goldberry

    31 minEpisodio 237

    Wow, what a great beginning to chapter 7. Goldberry invites the hobbits in, and we're inundated with natural symbolism and light. Let's discuss what it all means.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes …

  3. 236: FotR 33: Tom Bombadil Saves The Day

    30 minEpisodio 236

    Tom Bombadil and Goldberry are two of the most mysterious people in middle earth. So, of course, we hang on every word Tolkien used in and around them as Tom saves the hobbits from Old Man Willow. Join our …

  4. 235: FotR 32: The Old Forest Echoes Myths & Stories Beginning 4,000 Years Ago

    30 minEpisodio 235

    As the hobbits make their way to the heart of the Old Forest, I noticed some new connections to old stories like Dante's Inferno, Spencer's Faerie Queen, and even the Epic of Gilgamesh.Join our Patreon for …

  5. 234: FotR 31: How The Old Forest Prepares Us For Fangorn and The Ents

    30 minEpisodio 234

    Tolkien's themes often repeat through his stories. With the Old Forest, we get a glimpse of Fangorn before we even know that Ents exist. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free …

  6. 233: Would You Survive Tolkien's Spookiest Situations? VIP Patron Chat, Sept 2026

    1 h 6 minEpisodio 233

    We're kicking off spooky month with a discussion of Tolkien's spookiest moments. Which would you survive? Which terrify you the most? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening …

  7. 232: FotR 30: Foreshadowing The Old Forest

    32 minEpisodio 232

    The way that Tolkien foreshadows future events is perfect, including his use of dreams. We'll take a look at both as the hobbits prepare to enter the Old Forest.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early …

  8. 231: Data: Older Stuff Beats Newer Stuff - What's going on? Host Crossover Chat Fall 2026

    1 h 19 minEpisodio 231

    Tolkien is more popular than ever and it's partly due to a major cultural shift. Old books are out-selling new books. Valve pc gaming sales show old game beating new games. Old music is more popular with Gen Z …

  9. 230: FotR 29: Tolkien's Profound Understanding of True Friendship

    34 minEpisodio 230

    How do you know that you have the best friends ever? They keep your secrets better than you keep them. Merry reveals that they know all about Frodo leaving, the Ring, and even Bilbo's book, and this reveals …

  10. 229: What If You Lived In Middle Earth? - Patron Chat, Aug 2026

    1 hEpisodio 229

    What if you were an elf and could perfect a skill or craft over thousands of years, what would you choose? What culture would you fit most naturally into? If you lived in the Shire, where would you live? Why …

  11. 228: FotR 28: Comfort, Safety, and Three Bathtubs

    29 minEpisodio 228

    The Hobbits finally find safety and a time to relax after being chased for 2 days by Black Riders. We get a real sense of just how much his friends care about him. They know Frodo better than he realizes. Join …

  12. 227: FotR 27: An Unexpected Merry Appears!

    31 minEpisodio 227

    As the Hobbits set out for the ferry, we get horror vibes and meet an unexpected rider on the road. We discuss how this section of the novel and movie diverge and get a first glimpse of Buckland.Join our …

  13. 226: FotR 26: Nobody Talks About How Awesome Farmer Maggot Is!

    32 minEpisodio 226

    The conversation with Farmer Maggot plays out in ways that Frodo never expected, and reveal so much about Maggot's character. What a stand-up guy. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access …

  14. 225: FotR 25: Frodo (Uknowingly) Trained to Avoid Black Riders by Running From Dogs

    30 minEpisodio 225

    Frodo is a good person, but he made his mistakes. The Hobbits avoid the Nazgul by cutting cross country and onto Farmer Maggot's land, and we learn about why Frodo fears him and his dogs so much. But maybe that …

  15. 224: FotR 24: Tolkien Doesn't Get Enough Credit for Dialogue Between Friends

    30 minEpisodio 224

    Chapter 4's beginning gives us even more insight into the personalities of the Hobbits in a way that feels so real and honest, which is surprising in it's own way. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes …

  16. 223: FotR 23: Gildor's Confusing Advice to Frodo Actually Makes Sense

    35 minEpisodio 223

    At the end of chapter 3 Frodo and Gildor sit down and have an important conversation. Frodo asks for advice while still withholding information about the ring, and Gildor's response is unexpected, but genius …

  17. 222: FotR 22: The Meaning Behind Elves in the Shire That You May Not Have Realized

    29 minEpisodio 222

    Frodo, Sam, and Pippen run into Gildor and his group of Elves in the Shire. At first, it may not seem that important, but there's more going on here than you probably realize. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus …

  18. 221: FotR 21: Frodo vs Nazgul Round 2... Wait, Elves!?

    28 minEpisodio 221

    The way everything lines up in this section of chapter 3 is genius.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, and VIP Patron chats: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastTalk …

  19. 220: Time Changes All Things, Including Our Perspectives - VIP Patron Chat June 2026

    1 h 3 minEpisodio 220

    How has your perspective of Tolkien's world changed over time? Over multiple readings or movie rewatches? Do we see and feel different things as we get older? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early …

  20. 219: FotR 20: Frodo vs Nazgul Round 1

    29 minEpisodio 219

    Frodo again saves the journey before it really begins by following his gut, but he begins to feel the power of the Ring tempting him and almost fails. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access …

  21. 218: This Summer's Best New Game Announcements - Robots Radio Summer Host Crossover 2026

    1 h 8 minEpisodio 218

    What recently announced games are at the top of your list? Robots Radio podcast hosts get together every quarter for a fun crossover episode. We discuss the new games we're most excited about and why you might …

  22. 217: FotR 19: Frodo, Sam & Pippin's Personalities and Social Class

    34 minEpisodio 217

    As Froda, Sam, and Pippin begin their journey across the Shire, we begin to understand more about their personalities and how social status influences their actions. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes …

  23. 216: You can ask Tolkien just ONE question, what is it? - VIP Patron Chat May 2026

    1 h 2 minEpisodio 216

    There's so much we still don't know about Tolkien's world. If you had a chance to ask him a single question, what would it be? What do you want to know more than anything else? Some of our VIP Patrons share …

  24. 215: FotR 18: The Adventure Almost Failed Before It Began

    28 minEpisodio 215

    There's a moment in chapter 3 where Frodo overhears a conversation between the Gaffer and a mysterious individual. A serendipitous moment that changes Frodo's plans for leaving Bag End, and possibly saves the …

  25. 214: FotR 17: Frodo Plans for the Unknown

    31 minEpisodio 214

    What was it like when you left home for the first time? Frodo's experience is much more dangerous than most of ours, but Tolkien himself seems to share some things in common. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus …

  26. 213: FotR 16: The Perfect Companion for Frodo

    32 minEpisodio 213

    Chapter 2 comes to an end. It feels like the darkest chapter yet (in comparison to the Hobbit and chapter 1) but ends on an unexpected high note. Something that feels designed by Illuvatar himself. Join our …

  27. 212: FotR 15: There's a specific word used to describe the Ring that was used before...

    29 minEpisodio 212

    When we think of the One Ring we think of words like "precious" and descriptions like "perfect" but there is another word used in this section of the book that relates to something... or someone... we discussed …

  28. 211: VIP Patron Chat - Discovering Tolkien & Our Favorite Stories

    56 minEpisodio 211

    Brand New! VIP Patrons can now join me each month to discuss the topics they choose. This week we share our stories about how we discovered Tolkien and his works, and nerd out about our favorite parts. Join our …

  29. 210: FotR 15: Bilbo's mercy toward Gollum was more crucial than we expected

    31 minEpisodio 210

    Frodo panics as he learns the dire news about Sauron discovering the Shire and Baggins, and laments that Bilbo did not kill Gollum. But Gandalf has a justification for why that was the right thing to do.Join …

  30. 209: FotR 14: The Hunt for Gollum (as explained by Gandalf)

    33 minEpisodio 209

    This is the part of Gandalf's conversation with Frodo where he basically outlines Gollum's journey, and what will probably be the main plot of the movie "The Hunt for Gollum." Join our Patreon for weekly bonus …

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