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We read the Notes, Foreword, Prologue, and BOOK ONE I – IV of JRR Tolkien’s The Fellowship of the Ring Content warnings for: racism. Next episode we'll read BOOK ONE V – X of The Fellowship of the Ring. You can go to patreon.com/rangedtouch to support the show and access the bonus episode feed. The show is… Continue reading The Fellowship of the Ring – Part 1

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This is the first of three episodes on J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings to be released in the course of the next several months. Focusing here on The Fellowship of the Ring, our hosts discuss the first leg of Frodo's journey into darkness, paying special attention to Tolkien's prose style, his modernism, his commitment to a truly magical realism, and his penchant for the weird and the tragic. Image: "Lothlorien" by Tessa Bronsky, via Wikimedia Commons. References J. R. R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring   Algernon Blackwood, English writer   Weird Studies, Episode 204 on “On Fairy Stories”  Peter Jackson (dir.), The Lord of the Rings  Ursula K. LeGuin, A Wizard of Earthsea  Friedrich Nietzsche, History in the Service and Disservice of Life   Milan Kundera, The Art of the Novel Kenneth Burke, A Grammar of Motives  Carl Jung, The Red Book   Lord Dunsaney, The King of Elfland's Daughter   Karl Marx, The Communist Manifesto   David Foster Wallace, “E Unibus Pluram”   Steven Chow (dir.), Kung Fu Hustle  Donna Tartt, The Secret History   Lost Lakes, YouTube Channel  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Come for the breezy fantasy, stay for Robert De Niro actively trying to speed run himself out of the movie – it's STARDUST! Our very own Sky Pirate, Stephen Hilger, returns to help us drag Claire Danes across the land so that we can finally prove ourselves to Sienna Miller. Ya know, normal fantasy stuff! Next week New Line Cinema tries to jump start another fantasy trilogy adaptation with THE GOLDEN COMPASS. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features What Do Stars Do? They Shine – The Casting Process A Quest of Enormous Importance Stardust: The Visual Companion by Stephen Jones Cinefex #111 Production History Den of Geek Jon Harris Interview Matthew Vaughn on Stardust Sequel Ain't It Cool News Neil Gaiman Interview Los Angeles Times Neil Gaiman Interview Sarah Michelle Gellar Turns Down Role Ilan Eshkeri's Stardust: A Film Score Guide by Ian Sapiro Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich. This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari. This episode was researched by Parth Marathe. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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On today's episode, historian Joseph Loconte takes us inside the lives and friendship of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, two of the most influential Christian writers of the last century.  Amid the devastation of World War II, their imaginative writing provided a vision of reality—one grounded in truth, valor, and virtue. It's through their stories that Tolkien and Lewis offered far more than escape, but a blueprint for resilience in times of crisis. Joseph shares how looking at the world through the eyes of these two men can reveal the beauty and divine goodness that serve as an antidote to the lies, division, and hatred of our day. Now… I may be a C.S. Lewis junkie, so I'll confess I nerded out a little in this conversation! But whether you've read every word they wrote or barely know their names, you'll enjoy this life-giving and thoughtful conversation about friendship, faith, and the power of story. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/390  Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

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Orc pods and Uruk-hai origins: lore-breaking or the best possible changes? In this episode, we dig into Peter Jackson's “orc pod” scenes and the cinematic invention of Lurtz, the alpha Uruk-hai, We also weigh Tolkien's less-than-precise lore against the movies' need for explaining the Uruk-hai—and debate just how much Jackson's changes actually fit Middle-earth. We also explore: What Tolkien actually says (and doesn't say) about how Uruk-hai were made Why “orc pods” feel a bit too much like The Matrix—and whether it helps or hurts the films Lurtz as a character: does inventing a main orc villain actually make the Boromir scene more powerful? The blurred line between lore-friendly and lore-accurate movie adaptations How visual, dramatic choices shape your connection to Tolkien's world Become a member at https://theonering.com/members or https://theonering.com/patreon to hear our thoughts on: Listener reactions and hot takes on Glorfindel and Arwen The challenge of cutting “side quests” (like the Barrow-downs) for movie pacing Why adding new leaders (like Lurtz) can actually deepen the cinematic experience A sneak peek at the new Exploring Tolkien app BECOME A MEMBER! Get access to the extended edition of this podcast, our private Discord chat, and live chats. You can also join for $5 a month on Patreon

This Labyrinth has everything: a dude with eyeballs in his hands, a sassy faun, a big ass toad, and bugs that are also fairies! This week our guest host, good friend, and Joe Dirt expert Stephen Hilger helps us get lost in dark heart of Guillermo del Toro's PAN'S LABYRINTH.Next week it's Matthew Vaughn's first foray into blockbuster filmmaking with STARDUST! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special Featuresdel Toro and FunkeThe Power of MythPan and the FairiesThe Color and the ShapeThe Melody Echoes the Fairy TaleDoug JonesGuillermo del Toro's Pan's Labyrinth: Inside the Creation of a Modern Fairy Tale by Mark Cotta Vaz and Nick NunziataCinefex #109 Production HistoryAmerican Cinematographer Production HistoryThe Hollywood Reporter 15th Anniversary Academy Q&AGuillermo Del Toro Writes His Own SubtitlesCredits:Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shopThe "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jay and Grant discuss the legendary Tolkien character Eärendil, all of his history, and his untold adventures written in the early days of Tolkien's mythopoeia. Enjoy!New documentary follows Lewis and Tolkien's friendshipI read JRR Tolkien's history of Middle-earth and was surprised by 1 thingCheck us out on Goodreads:Grant: www.goodreads.com/user/show/175355524-grant-mulderJay: www.goodreads.com/user/show/61189862-jay-benedictContact us at exploringmiddleearthpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram! @exploringmiddle_earthFollow us on X! @ExpMiddleEarth https://twitter.com/ExpMiddleEarthConnect with us on myspace: https://myspace.com/exploringmiddle-earthMusic: Adventure (remaster) by Alexander Nakarada (https://www.creatorchords.com)Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Marcus discusses how trials in our marriages bring us closer to Christ and Ben Reinhard looks at the faith of JRR Tolkien.

Caitlin Riley, founder of Quire Auctions, shares her journey into the world of auctioneering and rare books. From her early experiences working with a rare book dealer to the excitement of discovering a first edition of JRR Tolkien's 'The Hobbit' which sold for £43,000, Caitlin discusses her passion for books and the unique approach she brings to her newly opened auction house. The conversation explores the significance of first editions, the future of the book market, and the importance of collaboration between auction houses and book dealers. Caitlin's enthusiasm for her work shines through as she outlines her vision for Quire Auctions and the exciting plans ahead.The first sale at quireauctions.com live now!Caitlin is @theyoungishantiquarian on InstagramCONTACTthegavelandthegabble@gmail.comLinktreeInstagram @thegavelandthegabbleTwitter @GavelandGabble TikTok @laughingauctioneerwww.windsorauctions.co.ukwww.lymebayauctions.co.ukABOUT THE PODCAST The Gavel and The Gabble is a podcast hosted by Harry and Simon who, together, are lucky enough to run two provincial Auction Houses in Windsor, Berkshire and Seaton, Devon.Now we know there are lots of TV shows about buying and selling antiques and collectables but we thought followers of this podcast would like to hear about what goes on behind the scenes of an actual working auction house as we go about our daily business, the characters we meet, the things we find, and the things we wished we had never found.Famed for our slightly different auctioneering style, constant chatting on the rostrum, awful jokes. Stick with us as we bunk off to record anecdotes, interview others in the industry and basically gabble on. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating. Music from LemonmusicstudioProduction by David Burd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We finish JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit. Content warnings for: racism. Next episode we'll read Notes, Foreword, Prologue, BOOK ONE I – IV of The Fellowship of the Ring. You can go to patreon.com/rangedtouch to support the show and access the bonus episode feed. The show is hosted by Cameron Kunzelman, Michael Lutz, and Austin Walker.

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In which co-hosts Kenny and Sam talk to Professor Stephen Yandell about CS Lewis and his complex relationship with JRR Tolkien.Steve Yandell is a medievalist and Tolkien/Lewis scholar who has been a Professor of English at Xavier University since 2003.More Steve:Queer Approaches To Tolkien: Essays on the Many Paths to Middle-earth [co-edited with Robin Anne Reid and Christopher Vaccaro)"A Pattern Which Our Nature Cries Out For": The Medieval Tradition of the Ordered Four in the Fiction of J.R.R. TolkienA Book-by-Book Guide to C.S. Lewis' Spiritual ThemesThe Trans-cosmic Journeys in The Chronicles of Narnia Also mentioned:Lewis - The Chronicles of NarniaLewis - The Gods Return To Earth [review of Lord of the Rings]Lewis - Till We Have FacesLewis - The Shoddy Lands [the story where a man is inside a woman's head]Lewis - It All Began With A Picture [essay]Lewis - Surprised By Joy [spiritual memoir]Lewis - That Hideous StrengthLewis - The Pilgrim's RegressTolkien - The Bovadium FragmentsWilliams - The Place of the LionLeave us a review! Email us at entmootpod@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Für Liebhaber von J.R.R. Tolkiens "Herr der Ringe"-Trilogie, des "Silmarillion" und des "Hobbit" ist es eine großartige Nachricht: Ein noch unbekannter Fantasy-Text Tolkiens erscheint erstmals auf Deutsch, nachdem er auch erst im Oktober 2025 von Tolkiens Sohn Christopher im Original herausgegeben wurde. J.R.R. Tolkien selbst bezeichnete seine Erzählung aus den 1950er Jahren als "Fantasy-Satire", eine spielerische Kritik an der Technik- und Konsumversessenheit seiner Zeit. Irène Bluche stellt "Die Bovadium Fragmente" vor.

It's the Chronic-WHAT-cles of Narnia! That's right the Chronic-WHAT-cles of Narnia!When choosing movies inspired by THE LORD OF THE RINGS to cover for our series, Disney's mega-budget adaptation of the iconic children's classic felt essential. Joining us through the Wardrobe from the Land of Spare Oom is our old friend – and expert on famous fantasy bros Tolkien & Lewis – Sarah Welch-Larson! Next week it's Matthew Vaughn's first foray into blockbuster filmmaking, STARDUST! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPodAnd check out the latest edition of Sarah's (very good!) book about our beloved ALIEN franchise, Becoming Alien, here: https://wipfandstock.com/9798385236329/becoming-alien-second-edition/References:Special FeaturesThe Children's Magical JourneyChronicles of a DirectorCinefex #104 Production HistoryCameras in Narnia: How The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe Came to Life by Ian BrodieDark Horizons Adam Adamson InterviewLos Angeles Times Production HistoryRotten Tomatoes Richard Taylor InterviewAshton Gleckman Harry Gregson-Williams InterviewC.S. Lewis Is Responsible for The Lonely IslandKingdom of Dreams Podcast Jim May InterviewCredits:Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shopThe "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Les invité-e-s : Emilie Fissier et Frédéric Manfrin, du département d'histoire de la Bibliothèque Nationale de France, commissaire associée et commissaire principal (avec Vincent Ferré) de l'exposition TolkienL'événement : exposition « Tolkien, voyage en terre du Milieu », du 22 octobre 2019 au 16 février 2020 à la Bibliothèque Nationale de France.La discussion :Les origines de l'exposition « Tolkien, voyage en Terre du milieu », en lien avec la Bodleian library d'Oxford, et le « Tolkien estate » (1:15)Les choix d'objets mis en regard des œuvres de Tolkien (5:50)Un parti-pris de l'exposition : ne rien montrer de postérieur à 1972, pour replonger les visiteurs dans l'imaginaire propre à l'auteur (7:20)Le genre de la « fantasy », déjà en partie constitué quand Tolkien commence à écrire (8:20)Les anneaux de Tolkien ne sont pas le Ring de Wagner ! (10:15)L'enfance de Tolkien près de Birmingham, et la sensibilité à la nature, aux paysages, qui en découle (12:40)Le rapport complexe de Tolkien à Shakespeare, et à l'antiquité gréco-latine (15:10)L'invention linguistique comme source fondamentale de son inspiration (17:00)L'entrée en guerre de 1914, moment ambigu pour qui travaille sur les langues et l'aire germanique (19:10)La marque de la Grande Guerre sur l'œuvre de Tolkien, travaillée par la mort (21:00)Tolkien dans l'entre-deux-guerres, savant et écrivain pour ses enfants (24:20)Son talent graphique et la variété de sa palette (26:00)Le succès du Hobbit (1937) et le début d'une véritable carrière d'écrivain (28:30)Le travail propre de Tolkien sur la langue anglaise, et sa musicalité (30:00)La cosmogonie de la Terre du Milieu (31:45)La réception du Seigneur des anneaux, et son ampleur sur les campus américains dans les années 1960 en particulier (32:45)Les paradoxes d'une lecture pacifiste de Tolkien, alors qu'un personnage comme Faramir souligne la légitimité de la guerre (34:25)Le Moyen âge de Tolkien, antérieur à la conquête normande, et loin de la matière arthurienne (37:00)La juxtaposition de périodes et de régions dans le monde imaginaire de Tolkien : Minas Tirith, allusion à Byzance (41:20)Le thème de la quête, fonctionnant de manière inversée dans le Hobbit et le Seigneur des anneaux (42:40)Un Tolkien « médiéviste » qui va jusqu'à inventer une tradition manuscrite de son propre texte ! (44:10)Les sources d'inspiration de Tolkien pour les créatures fantastiques dont il peuple son œuvre (45:15)Un Tolkien qui ne sépare pas les créatures en « races » (48:00)L'apparence des manuscrits de Tolkien, qui évoquent à leur façon le Moyen âge (50:10)Quels objets, quelles œuvres ont le plus marqué les commissaires de l'exposition ? (51:50)Pour aller plus loin :Tolkien, voyage en Terre du Milieu, catalogue de l'exposition de la BNF, 2018.John Garth, Tolkien et la Grande Guerre, Paris, Christian Bourgois, 2014.Un podcast créé, animé et produit par André Loez et distribué par Binge Audio. Contact pub : project@binge.audioHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

This month, Jude and Stef talk with Tolkien scholar, artist and calligrapher, Wizard Way Kris, Kris Piet, about their newly published “Elvish Calendar - 2026–2027: 14-month adaptation of JRR Tolkien's Calendar of Imladris”. Kris, our favorite Resident Elf Boi, describes how the calendar developed, how elves measure time, and we talk about elvish holidays found in Tolkien's legendarium. Kris also introduces the stunning artwork commissioned for the calendar. Despite the elves having only six seasons and six-day weeks, this beautiful calendar is synchronized to the Gregorian calendar and is available now! CitationsThank you to our guest Wizard Way Kris (Kris Piet)!Kris' website: https://elf-boi.com/Kris' Linktree: linktr.ee/WizardWayKrisElvish Calendar 2026–2027” 14-month adaptation of JRR Tolkien's “Calendar of Imladris” is available now! Purchase your 2026-2027 calendar here: https://elf-boi.com/products/pre-order-elvish-calendar-2026-2027Artists commissioned for the calendar:Anndr Pozyniuk: linktr.ee/AnnDRRami fon Verg: linktr.ee/ramifonvergCalendar graphics designer and formatting by Kim JohnsonLydia Croft Art: linktr.ee/LydiaCroftArt (Accessed January 26, 2026)Paul Sarando's “The Shire Reckoning Project”. https://psarando.github.io/shire-reckoning/ (Accessed January 24, 2026)

Are you ready for an action-packed recap? In The Two Towers the fellowship is disbanded, but not the mission secure. Merry and Pippin are hobbitnapped, Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli meet up with a refined Gandalf the white who sweeps them into a war while Frodo and Sam are led by Gollum through the swamps.They meet Faramir, Boromir's brother who has wisdom that Boromir lacked.“War must be, while we defend our lives against a destroyer who would devour all; but I do not love the bright sword for its sharpness, nor the arrow for its swiftness, nor the warrior for his glory. I love only what they defend.”There are a plethora of powerful quotes! Here's a few of our favorites.“The hasty stroke oft goes astray.” -Aragorn“Often does hatred hurt itself.” - Gandalf“Where there's life there's hope, and need of vittles.” - SamGandalf gives Saruman a chance to change, but he refuses. “He will not serve only command.”Kate explained the backstory about how evil men fell into idleness and ease which led them into fighting amongst themselves. Which connects with: “Hard times create strong men. Strong men create good times. Good times create weak men. And, weak men create hard times.”― G. Michael Hopf, Those Who RemainWon't you join us as we recap this timeless tale through Middle Earth!https://recapbookchat.com/

In this episode, we look at two of the most unloved film changes from Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings: Arwen replacing Glorfindel and making Arwen the only one with power and agency in The Flight to the Ford.. Michael and Jonathan break down why these choices set off so many Tolkien fans, how they impact the agency of Aragorn and Frodo, and whether these moments actually improve the movies. Why losing Glorfindel means losing a key link to Middle-earth's ancient history The movie’s “girl boss” approach to Arwen's character—and what it does to the story Frodo's lost agency at the ford, and the difference between book and film The most “cringeworthy” line in Lord of the Rings Become a member at https://theonering.com/members or https://theonering.com/patreon to hear our thoughts on: The re-release box office numbers for The Lord of the Rings trilogy (any why were they so low) Viewer comments on our last video (were we wrong?) Michael reviews the new Rise of the Merlin show based on Stephen R. Lawhead’s Pendragon Cycle BECOME A MEMBER! Get access to the extended edition of this podcast, our private Discord chat, and live chats. You can also join for $5 a month on Patreon

On this week's episode of The Current Thing I am joined by author Joseph Loconte to talk about his new book, The War for Middle-earth, which focuses on how J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis were shaped by the two great wars of the 20th century. We discuss: -How Lewis and Tolkien preserved their belief in heroism and honour even after suffering through war -How the West became disillusioned from the 1930s onwards -What Lewis would have made of the current political predicament in Western nations -Tolkien's support of Franco in the Spanish Civil War -How to reclaim our ‘civilisational confidence' -Whether Lewis would have eventually converted to Catholicism, as some claim -How Lewis's work compares to Tolkien's in significance and quality -The lost art of male friendship -Why Joseph converted from Catholic to Protestant And lots more! Watch the full episode here: https://www.nickdixon.net  Subscribe here: https://www.nickdixon.net Make a one-off donation here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon  Nick's links Substack: www.nickdixon.net  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon   X: https://x.com/njdixon  Joseph's links: https://www.josephloconte.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@JoeLoconte/videos https://rivendellcenternyc.org/  

This time Nick Hennegan celebrates Literary birthdays in January. With Virgina Woolf, JRR Tolkien and Monty Python's Terry Jones' music and material. www.BohemianBritain.com 

The Gollum Effect - 7 Innocent Habits That Are Destroying You (J.R.R. Tolkien). In this podcast we will be talking about 7 Innocent Habits That Are Destroying You from the philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.J.R.R. Tolkien, an Oxford Professor of English Language and Literature created a mythology that would define the modern imagination: The Lord of the Rings. On the surface, it is a fantasy epic about wizards, kings, and magic rings. But if you strip away the monsters and the battles, you realize that Tolkien wasn't just writing some fantasy; he was writing a terrifying psychological study on the architecture of addiction and the corruption of the self. For those unfamiliar with the story, the most tragic figure is not a dark lord or a demon. It is a creature named Gollum. But Gollum wasn't born a monster. He began his life as a regular person - a Hobbit of the River-folk named Sméagol. He lived in a matriarchal family led by his grandmother. He was curious, he had a home, and he had status. He didn't turn into a wretched, slime-covered creature overnight. He was slowly eroded, over five hundred years, by a series of small, daily surrenders to a specific object: The One Ring, which he obsessively called "My Precious." In the story, the Ring is a magical artifact that offers power, but in exchange, it enslaves the mind of the owner. We are talking about this text today because Sméagol is the perfect case study for a psychological phenomenon we will call "The Gollum Effect." The Gollum Effect is the process where a person loses their identity not through one massive tragedy, but through the accumulation of small, secret habits. It is the slow replacement of the "Self" with the "Shadow." It explains how a bright, capable young man can slowly transform into a cynical, isolated, and bitter version of himself without ever realizing when the change happened. The "Ring" in Tolkien's work is the ultimate metaphor for anything that promises you power, pleasure, or escape for zero effort. It is your smartphone, your substances, your validation seeking, and your cheap dopamine - your own personal "Precious." If you feel like you are losing your grip on who you are, it is likely because you are falling into the same traps that destroyed Sméagol. Here are the 7 "Innocent" Habits That Are slowly Destroying you, and the Solutions to fix them, all from the Philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.So here are the  7 Innocent Habits That Are Destroying You from the philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien - Introduction Habit 1 - The "Birthday" Excuse Habit 2 - The Trap of Invisibility Habit 3 - Digging for Roots Habit 4 - The Fear of the "Yellow Face" Habit 5 - Talking to the Echo Habit 6 - The Allergy to "Goodness"Habit 7 - The "Stairs of Cirith Ungol" Moment Conclusion I hope you enjoyed listening to this podcast and hope these 7 Innocent Habits That Are Destroying You from the philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien will add value to your life. 

We read chapters X – XIV of JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit. Content warnings for: racism. Next episode we'll read through the end of The Hobbit. You can go to patreon.com/rangedtouch to support the show and access the bonus episode feed. The show is hosted by Cameron Kunzelman, Michael Lutz, and Austin Walker.

We continue on our journey through Middle-earth and review The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. The fellowship has been split up and now must continue their question while traveling separate paths. The Two Towers offers a lot more action and violence than it's predecessor, but does that make it the better film?Support the showCatch new episodes of the Where to Stick It Podcast every Tuesday and Thursday. If you like the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon where we upload exclusive content each month for only $3 a month.

What would JRR Tolkien have thought of Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy? Austin Freeman joins us.

This week we're jumping from one big adaptation of British literature to another. It's a movie about a fellowship, but this time, they call it a league. And it's extraordinary!!Joining us for this bonus (!!) is returning champion Stephen Hilger of the very great Into the Aether podcast! We're piecing together one of the strangest movies out there… and still trying to figure out why Sean Connery turned down Gandalf but said yes to Quartermain.Next week it's Ridley Scott's historical epic, KINGDOM OF HEAVEN Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesAssembling the LeagueAttireThe NemomobileMaking Mr. HydeResurrecting VeniceSinking VeniceStarLog #312 Production HistoryStarLog #313 Production HistoryLos Angeles Times on Stephen NorringtonBox Office Reports on Film FailureFilm Faces LawsuitEntertainment Weekly On-Set ReportLeague of Extraordinary Gentlemen Reboot in WorksPrague Reporter Production HistoryX2 Promotes the FilmTV Reboot in WorksStephen Norrington Making The League of Extraordinary GentlemenLight the Fuse Podcast Dan Lausten Interview Part 2Star Chat Stuart Townsend InterviewJason Flemying Needs To Go 10-1Sean Connery Is Done With IdiotsShane West Blackfilm InterviewTheo van de Sande Turns Down LeagueCredits:Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shopThe "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The lord of the rings series continue. Shane and I discuss the extended cut of The Two Towers that we both got to see in theaters and I do a quick review of Old Rip Van Winkle 10 year old wheated bournon. Cheers!

We’re back to going through ALL the changes in Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings!  This week we discuss Aragorn’s sword substitions, changes at Weathertop, and that infamous messenger moth: Was Aragorn really just carrying around a package of small swords the entire time? Was the battle at Weathertop lore-friendly? The messenger moth replaces Radagast… and Jonathan can’t get over it. Become a member at https://theonering.com/members or https://theonering.com/patreon to hear our thoughts on: The Rings of Power will now include a blue wizard — a surprise no one was asking for. BECOME A MEMBER! Get access to the extended edition of this podcast, our private Discord chat, and live chats. You can also join for $5 a month on Patreon

Listeners, the power of the Three Rings is ended. This week we fulfill our oath and complete the Peter Jackson LOTR trilogy!We're talking Denethor (aka Dennis Thor), the army of the dead, Aragorn's long sword, Eowyn being horny, the Mouth of Sauron being repugnant (put him back into the theatrical cut, cowards!) and how fun it is to see what Gandalf looks like when he sleeps.Also….Death! Death! Death!Next week, we're throwin' in a bonus! It's another super-important adaptation featuring many famous literary characters…THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN (2003). With a super secret very special guest! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesFrom Book to Script: Forging the Final ChapterDesigning Middle-earthHome of the Horse LordsCameras in Middle-earthWeta DigitalEditorial: Completing the TrilogyMusic for Middle-earthThe Soundscapes of Middle-earthThe End of All ThingsThe Passing of an AgePeter Jackson: A Filmmaker's Journey by Brian SibleyCinefex #96 Production HistoryCinefex Peter Jackson InterviewASC Cinematography BreakdownCredits:Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shopThe "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We read chapters V – IX of JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit. Content warnings for: racism. Next episode we'll read chapters X – XIV. You can go to patreon.com/rangedtouch to support the show and access the bonus episode feed. The show is hosted by Cameron Kunzelman, Michael Lutz, and Austin Walker.

For Tolkien, fairy stories are not stories about fairies, but stories that take place in Faerie. And in doing so, they make Faerie present. They are not escapist fantasies but disclosures of a real mode of being and invitations to live in that mode. In this episode, Phil and JF explore the great writer's radical claims about the nature of story, life, and reality. Upcoming Events Erik Davis and JF's six-week course on Herman Melville's Moby-Dick begins on January 20th. For details and to enroll, visit the Weirdosphere. For information on the upcoming Weird Academia events in Bloomington (Jan 27-29), visit the symposium web page at the Center for Possible Minds. Music in this Episode "What a Load of Gnosis," from Weird Studies: Music from the Podcast, Volume I "Springtime on Ganymede," from Weird Studies: Music from the Podcast, Volume II References J. R. R. Tolkein, “On Fairy Stories”  Immanuel Kant, Critique of Pure Reason  Arthur Schopenhauer, The World as Will and Idea  Franz Liszt, Transcendental Etude No. 4: Mazeppa (played by Lazar Berman)  Dogen, "Instructions for the Cook" Jeff Kripal, Mutants and Mystics  Eric Wargo, From Nowhere J.F. Martel, Review of “From Nowhere” for Journal of Scientific Exploration Richard Wagner, Parsifal  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At the start of a new series, Daniel will be exploring the work of two prolific Fantasy writers: 1. JRR Tolkien. 2. George RR Martin. Game of Thrones and The Lord of the Rings have had a distinct cultural impact, but they also offer a window into the worldviews of the men who wrote them. This is what Daniel wants to explore. On the surface, GOT and LOTR may look quite similar, but that's due to an inability to see. Daniel's central question: How does the philosophy of two very different men produce vastly different worlds? Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-belfast-podcast/id1472441982 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1s3aaP3pUkQKBVXbsP8Y34?si=ca588a6165424c61 Instagram: @thebelfastpodcast Email: belfastpodcast@gmail.com The Belfast Podcast exists to help recapture the Christian imagination. Luke and Daniel see the trend of modernism doing no favors for a vibrant view of scripture. Our goal is to widen the field of vision for modern people reading the Bible as we grapple with its ancient context, literary beauty, and symbolic underpinnings. You may have been taught to read texts with an eye for their literary and symbolic structures in English courses in high school and/or college, but rarely is this taught to seminary students or lay Christians alike when it comes to the Bible. We want to keep this eye for symbolism, repetition, and structure as we investigate the Biblical canon, linking it to modern and old examples that are extemporaneous yet connected to aid in giving the broader field of vision mentioned earlier. Come along with us on our journey to reread your bible for the first time. We hope that through the words of those who have come before us, we can give Western Christianity its imagination back.

Forth Eorlingas! This week we toss Gimli face first into the forces of the Enemy. It's another four hour tour of Middle Earth, and this time, we brought Ents.Is the middle film of a trilogy ever the best one? In this case, the jury's out, but one thing is for certain: it has the weirdest title of all three.Topics explored this week include: Legolas's whole deal, the groundbreaking creation of Sméagol, Merry and Pippin blazin' it with Treebeard, Helm's Deep, Helm's Deep, and a LOT more Helm's Deep.Next week, we complete the holy trinity with RETURN OF THE KING (2003), and then we promise we'll never talk about Rings again (just kidding, the Ring has corrupted us and there's no turning back now). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesWarriors of the Third AgeCameras in Middle EarthFrom Book to Script: Finding the StoryEditorial: Editing the StoryRick Porras as GollumThe Soundscapes of Middle EarthCinefex #92 Production HistoryAnything You Can Imagine: Peter Jackson and the Making of Middle-Earth by Ian NathanPeter Jackson: A Filmmaker's Journey by Brian SibleyUma Thurman Turns Down EowynASC Cinematography BreakdownCredits:Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shopThe "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Jude and Stef discuss History of Middle-earth Volume 9: Sauron Defeated, the final book in the History of the Lord of the Rings. Jude introduces The Drowning of Anadûnê,  discussing the different versions of the tale of the Drowning of Númenor and the cultural traditions for which they were written. Jude also talks about the importance of adaptation and fan fiction in relation to Tolkien's works. Later, Stef presents the omitted Epilogue to the Lord of the Rings, which gives us a glimpse of Sam's life and family after the event of the Lord of the Rings.Citations Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/4rZynfWv3fTolkien, J. R. R. Sauron Defeated. Ed. Christopher Tolkien. The History of Middle-earth: Vol. 9. HarperCollins, London, 1992.Tolkien, J. R.R. Letters of J. R. R. Tolkien: Revised and Expanded Edition. Ed. Humphrey Carpenter with Christopher Tolkien. HarperCollins Publishers Inc., New York. “Digital Edition NOVEMBER 2023 ISBN: 978-0-06-337435-5, Version 09282023, Print ISBN: 978-0-35-865298-4” (Accessed Dec 31, 2025). Fliss, William M, and Schaefer, Sarah C., J.R.R. Tolkien: The Art of the Manuscript. The Haggerty Museum of Art, Marquette University, August 19-December 23, 2022. ISBN 978-0-945366-36-2. Images 30, 31, 32, 33 and 34. Tolkien Gateway entry for “King's Letter”https://tolkiengateway.net/wiki/King%27s_Letter (Accessed Dec 31, 2025)Tolkien Gateway entry for “Sauron Defeated” https://tolkiengateway.net/wiki/Sauron_Defeated (Accessed 10/1/25)Tolkien Gateway entry for “Vinyar Tengwar 29”https://tolkiengateway.net/wiki/Vinyar_Tengwar_29 (Accessed Dec 31, 2025)Reddit post, “Where can I find the unpublished epilogue to Lord of the Rings?” by user “mammothman64”https://www.reddit.com/r/tolkienfans/comments/ydejtq/where_can_i_find_the_unpublished_epilogue_to_lord/ (Accessed Dec 31, 2025)-Response from “gynnis-scholasticus”Mentioned in the episode:Lee Knox Ostertag, 2021 (username is mollyknox)On AO3: “Sam and Frodo Comics, Chapter 5: The Unpublished Epilogue” https://archiveofourown.org/works/27478819/chapters/72409524 (Accessed Dec 31, 2025)Miriam Ellis, “The Importance of The Epilogue to The Lord of the Rings” (posted April 29, 2024)https://www.miriamellis.com/post/the-importance-of-the-epilogue-to-the-lord-of-the-rings (Accessed Dec 31, 2025)“Tolkien's Unpublished Epilogue to The Lord of the Rings” by In Deep Geek, published Dec 23, 2023, https://youtu.be/H2yRW4xmZFY?si=iZNDS8MaItSA8PFL (Accessed Dec 31, 2025)

Most people haven’t read how Tolkien actually wrote how The Hobbit precisely connects to The Lord of the Rings.  In The Quest of Erebor (first published in Unfinished Tales) Tolkien explains precisely how every major event in The Hobbit is connected to the greater story in The Lord of the Rings. And it’s not only the historical/factual connections–Tolkien clearly connects the philosophical underpinnings of Middle-earth more clearly into The Hobbit too! We take a look at: The three published versions of the Quest for Erebor—and why the Annotated Hobbit's is the longest and most complete Gandalf's “absurd” commitment to Bilbo, and why he pushes for a stealthy quest instead of open war Why Gandalf was concerned about the Hobbits forgetting the  “high and perilous” figures of legend. The crucial role of Smaug as the north's wild card, and why Gandalf fears a Sauron-Smaug alliance In our extended episode (available for our members) we talk about: How Tolkien could have retconned: stone giants, Beorn's descendants, Gundabad orcs, and trala-lally elves into The Lord of the Rings How Gandalf's mysterious “waking mind” connects to fate and agency in Tolkien's world Listener corrections and deep-dives into Hobbit trivia

Listeners, the Third Age is finally upon us. The nine companions are assembled. The recording is 4 hours long. It shall be… The Fellowship of the Duck!This week, Adam and Dom are embarking on a quest to save Middle-Earth and somehow make sense of the greatest trilogy in movie history. It's FELLOWSHIP, and we still cannot believe Peter Jackson actually pulled this off. There are simply too many Eye of the Duck scenes!Some points of discussion on our journey to Mordor: do the Rings movies function as self-contained stories? Is this the best the industry will ever be? Should Jackson be arrested for skipping Tom Bombadil? And when the hell is Warner Bros going to finally put out a 4K box set that contains the Blu-Ray Appendices?!Next week, the trilogy continues with another massive episode on THE TWO TOWERS (2002). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPodReferences:Special FeaturesDesigning and Building Middle-earthFilming The Fellowship of the RingVisual EffectsCosta Botes' Fellowship of the Ring DocumentarySound and MusicAnything You Can Imagine: Peter Jackson and the Making of Middle-Earth by Ian NathanPeter Jackson: A Filmmaker's Journey by Brian SibleyCinefex #89 Production HistoryThe Music of The Lord of the Rings Films by Doug AdamsPeter Jackson and the Tolkien EstateASC Cinematography BreakdownCredits:Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich.This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari.This episode was researched by Parth Marathe.Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shopThe "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling.Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord.Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19+ Faith alone secures ouracceptance with God.Genesis 15:6Ephesians 2:8–9 Romans 4:1–5+ Faith alone demands humilitybefore God and others.+ Faith obeys God's word withouthaving all the details or all the answers.James 2:21–24+ Faith is future oriented"There, peeping among the cloud-wrack above a dark rocky peak high up in the mountains, Sam saw a white star twinkle for a while. The beauty of it smote his heart, as he looked up out of the forsaken land, and hope returned to him. For like a shaft, clear and cold, the thought pierced him that in the end the Shadow was only a small and passing thing: there was light and high beauty for ever beyond its reach.” – JRRTolkien, The Return of the King.+ Faith believes God more thancircumstances+ Faith withholds nothing fromGod, no matter how precious

We read chapters I – IV of JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit. Content warnings for: racism. Next episode we’ll read chapters V – IX. You can go to patreon.com/rangedtouch to support the show and access the bonus episode feed. The show is hosted by Cameron Kunzelman, Michael Lutz, and Austin Walker.

I don't like to turn my brain off when enjoying a movie, show, or book. For me, the point has never been to “escape” the real world or be off in La-La Land; it's to think more deeply. If a story isn't engaging me on the level of morality, ethics, political thought….I get kind of bored. So, I've always criticized fellow fans of, say, Star Wars, who argue in the comments that they expect a story to offer “escapism.” It's possible that, according to Tolkien, I'm wrong about this. Today I sat down to read a few pages of On Fairy-stories, an essay by JRR Tolkien about the question of “escape” and how good stories are anything but…..This is early exclusive for subscribers on Substack and the Discord community, and then it will be posted on YouTube next week. Thanks for being part of our mythically minded community. Riley and I are hard at work on our new book, which should be wrapped up by March. Then we'll be penning more regular posts again here for all of you.Happy New Year, y'all! 2025 was incredible. You played a part in that for us at Geeky Stoics. Thank you. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.geekystoics.com/subscribe

So many books are published each year; few stand the test of time. Today we devote our whole show to asking which works have shaped the way we behave and how we think. Picks include “Frankenstein” by Mary Shelley, “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen, “A Suitable Boy” by Vikram Seth and “Lord of the Rings” by JRR Tolkien.Full list of books mentioned in the show:The BibleThe Koran“Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins“On the Origin of Species” by Charles Darwin“Il Saggiatore” by Galileo Galilei“Two New Sciences” by Galileo Galilei“Capital in the Twenty-First Century” by Thomas Piketty“Amusing Ourselves to Death” by Neil PostmanThe novels of Philip PullmanThe Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling“The Satanic Verses” by Salman Rushdie“Frankenstein” by Mary Shelley“A Suitable Boy” by Vikram Seth “Lord of the Rings” by J.R.R. Tolkien “A Room of One's Own” by Virginia Woolf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So many books are published each year; few stand the test of time. Today we devote our whole show to asking which works have shaped the way we behave and how we think. Picks include “Frankenstein” by Mary Shelley, “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen, “A Suitable Boy” by Vikram Seth and “Lord of the Rings” by JRR Tolkien.Full list of books mentioned in the show:The BibleThe Koran“Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins“On the Origin of Species” by Charles Darwin“Il Saggiatore” by Galileo Galilei“Two New Sciences” by Galileo Galilei“Capital in the Twenty-First Century” by Thomas Piketty“Amusing Ourselves to Death” by Neil PostmanThe novels of Philip PullmanThe Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling“The Satanic Verses” by Salman Rushdie“Frankenstein” by Mary Shelley“A Suitable Boy” by Vikram Seth “Lord of the Rings” by J.R.R. Tolkien “A Room of One's Own” by Virginia Woolf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apparently Tolkien is a fabulous illustrator. Who knew? I've seriously looked up prints, and they are weirdly hard to find . . . but enchanting. Oh, this episode is about Christmas. Merry Christmas!

We always nerd out, but in this episode we're joined in our geek sesh by the incredibly charming, brilliant and funny Lindy West (she/her) and Meagan Hatcher-Mays (she/her) to discuss (drumroll!) The Lord of the Rings trilogy. As you may already know, Hannah and Marcelle share a love of JRR Tolkien's world and in this episode they finally get to discuss Peter Jackson's adaptation from the early aughts.The episode begins with an overview of the books' popularity in the middle of the 20th century and their lasting impact on fantasy and science fiction literature, television and film. Hannah then offers some context for the release of The Fellowship of the Ring. Together, we consider the desire by the public to escape in a post 9/11 world and the fantasy of a pastoral utopia! Hannah then offers some theory! We're talking Arcadia people!This episode is a perfect listen for fans of The Lord of the Rings, as well as anyone who has ever fantasized about knitting in a cottage away from the hustle and bustle of industrialized cities!Works CitedFrey, Angelica. “Cottagecore Debuted 2,300 Years Ago.” JSTOR Daily 11 November 2020. https://daily.jstor.org/cottagecore-debuted-2300-years-ago/. Huffstutter, P.J. “Not Just a Tolkien Amount.” LA Times 24 October 2003. https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2003-oct-24-fi-frodoecon24-story.html. Kruske, Kyle. “Lord Of The Rings' Hobbiton Shire Set Took A Whole Year To Make.” Screenrant 18 December 2021. https://screenrant.com/lord-rings-hobbiton-shire-set-one-year-build/. Lois, Gemma. “‘The Lord of the Rings': A Thematic Echo Of The Industrial Revolution – Extended Edition.” A Musing Clio 23 June 2025. https://gemmahistory.home.blog/2025/06/23/the-lord-of-the-rings-a-thematic-echo-of-the-industrial-revolution-extended-edition/. Sanders, Sam. “Tolkien Acknowledged That Black People Exist in Arda, So Why Can't Everyone Else?” Vulture 16 September 2022. https://www.vulture.com/article/rings-of-power-black-hobbits-lord-of-the-rings-amazon.html. Shanahan, Paula. “Authentic Fantasy: The Representation of the Shire as a Nostalgic Arcadia.” Thesis. Submitted to the Department of Design and Visual Arts in candidacy for the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Design for Stage and Screen, 2023. https://illustro-iadt.figshare.com/articles/thesis/Authentic_fantasy_The_representation_of_the_Shire_as_a_nostalgic_arcadia_Astudy_of_the_visual_and_design_references_within_the_shire_in_the_film_adaption_of_The_Lord_of_the_Rings/25435744?file=45129961. Wikipedia, the encyclopedia of the people. 2025. More Info:For more Lindy and Meagan, check out Text Me Back! — one of Hannah McGregor's all-time favorite podcasts! You can also follow them on Substack here! Be sure to pre-order Lindy West's upcoming book Adult Braces: Driving Myself Sane.To learn more about Material Girls, head to our Instagram at instagram.com/ohwitchplease! Or check out our website ohwitchplease.ca.We'll be back next week with a Material Concerns episode, but until then, go check out all the other content we have on our Patreon at Patreon.com/ohwitchplease!Music Credits:“Shopping Mall”: by Jay Arner and Jessica Delisle ©2020Used by permission. All rights reserved. As recorded by Auto Syndicate on the album “Bongo Dance”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Washington Wednesday, Hunter Baker breaks down Trump's Tennessee test; on World Tour, updates from Nigeria, Hong Kong, Kyrgyzstan, and Brussels; and a closer look at the friendship between J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. Plus, a cat-astrophic delivery, Erick Erickson on elite isolation, and the Wednesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network. Helping entrepreneurs with a purpose find the support they need to thrive with faith-aligned financing options. More at ambassadorsimpact.comAnd from WatersEdge. Save more. Do more. Give more. Helping Christians support ministry by giving through a donor-advised fund. watersedge.com/DAF

When people think of J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, they often picture tweedy Oxford professors and beloved fantasy authors. But their writing wasn't drawn only from their bucolic days teaching at Oxford and walking in the English countryside; it had a darker, deeper backdrop: the trenches of World War I and the cataclysm of World War II. Lewis and Tolkien weren't just fantasy writers — they were war veterans, cultural critics, and men with firsthand knowledge of evil, heroism, and sacrifice.In today's episode, I'm joined by Joseph Loconte, returning to the show to discuss his latest book, The War for Middle Earth. We explore how both world wars shaped the perspectives of Tolkien and Lewis, found their way into works like The Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia, and infused their literary masterpieces with moral weight, spiritual depth, and timeless themes of resistance, friendship, and redemption. We also talk about the legendary friendship between Tolkien and Lewis, the creation of the Inklings, and how the men demonstrated the countercultural power of imaginative storytelling.Resources Related to the PodcastRelated AoM podcasts:#178: The Inklings Mastermind Group#272: Lewis, Tolkien, and the Myth of Progress (Loconte's first appearance on the AoM podcast)#430: Why You Need to Join the Great Conversation About the Great Books#499: A Fascinating Primer on Norse Mythology #594: How Churchill (and London) Survived the Blitz of 1940#723: Men Without Chests#765: C.S. Lewis on Building Men With Chests#951: The Hobbit VirtuesRelated AoM articlesThe Power of Conversation: A Lesson from CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien Lessons in Manliness from Viking Mythology Lessons in Manliness: The HobbitMen Without Chests“Blood, Sweat, and Tears” speech by Winston Churchill4 Classic Chapter Books to Read Aloud With Your KidsRelated outside articles:Tolkien's Deadly Dragons Munich AgreementOwen BarfieldTolkien books mentioned:The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien Beowulf translated by Tolkien The Hobbit The Lord of the Rings Beren and Luthien Letters from Father Christmas Lewis books mentioned:The Letters of C.S. Lewis The Collected Poems of C.S. Lewis The Pilgrim's RegressThe Chronicles of NarniaThe Great DivorceThe Screwtape Letters The Space Trilogy The Four LovesMere Christianity The Reading Life Related books by other authors:Tolkien and the Great War by John GarthThe Somme by Martin GilbertThe Guns of August by Barbara TuchmanThe Future of an Illusion by Sigmund FreudThe Aeneid by VirgilPhantastes by George MacDonaldThe Vinland SagasThe Iliad and The Odyssey by HomerThe Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri Le Morte d'Arthur by Thomas MaloryConnect With Joseph LoconteJoseph's websiteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.