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In this episode of Ave Explores: Catholicism in Literature, Katie sits down with Kaitlyn Facista and Andrew Swafford to discuss the enduring legacy of two of Christianity's greatest storytellers, C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien. Facista, author of _Into the Heart of Middle-earth and founder of Tea with Tolkien, shares how Tolkien's works played a significant role in her conversion to Catholicism. Drawn into Middle-earth by its unforgettable heroes and villains, she discovered profound lessons about virtue, vice, courage, and sacrifice. In a culture hungry for authentic examples of goodness and bravery, Tolkien's stories continue to awaken the heart and point readers toward truth. Swafford reflects on encountering Tolkien later in life while reading The Lord of the Rings with his children. Those family readings sparked rich conversations, nurtured their spiritual imaginations, and created opportunities for catechesis. He also discusses introducing students at Benedictine College to Lewis's Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, and The Great Divorce, marveling at Lewis's ability to reach students of every background and faith. Through imagination and story, Lewis demonstrates how art and literature can communicate truths that might otherwise remain hidden. Journey through the wardrobe and wander into the Shire for an inspiring conversation about faith, imagination, and the transformative power of great stories. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/)

Get the Exploring Tolkien App to listen to every episode, a Tolkien calendar, the latest news, and member exlcusives! “Day shall come again”–but for now, it's the Battle of Unnumbered Tears. In this episode, we walk through Chapter 2 of The Children of Húrin a breaking down Tolkien's bloodiest, most tragic battle. We cover the epic (and doomed) alliance of elves, men, and dwarves, the double-cross by the Easterlings, and why Morgoth's victory still leaves him filled with dread. And we even get the Pope involved! We also look at: Why the elves' greatest host could never stand against Morgoth—and what the battle's tactics reveal about Tolkien's “epic history” mindset The legendary valor (and fate) of Húrin and Huor—plus the prophecy that links Gondolin to Morgoth's ruin Tolkien's use of prophecy, fate, and heroism: why the darkest chapter is full of hope for the future The difference between Tolkien's approach to battles and the modern appetite for nonstop action In our extended episode (available via our Exploring Tolkien App or for our site’s members–), we go deeper on: Listener comments about tragic foreshadowing, and Turin's nature. More LEGO Lord of the Rings Why pop culture's take on Tolkien struggles with the deeper logic of Middle-earth

In this episode of WCAT TV's discussion of Mount Doom, author Paul List and Tolkien scholar Joseph Pierce discuss their interpretations of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" through a Thomistic lens.Paul emphasizes the book's themes of original sin, mortal sin, and the fear of death, linking characters like Tom Bombadil and Goldberry to the rational will and intellect. Joseph praises the book's comprehensive analysis but cautions against reductionism, suggesting that Tolkien's work is broader and more nuanced. They also discuss the potential impact of artificial intelligence and the importance of preserving Catholic tradition. Both agree on the significance of Tolkien's work in addressing contemporary spiritual and technological challenges. The discussion explores the connections between J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" and the themes of technology, artificial intelligence, and Christian faith.Paul highlights Tolkien's prescience, particularly his understanding of Alan Turing's concepts, which influences the portrayal of Sauron and the Eye of Sauron. Joseph emphasizes the importance of reading Tolkien's work as a story and of recognizing its deeper Christian themes, such as the long defeat and the ultimate victory of good over evil. Both agree on the need to return to faith and the dangers of worshiping technology.Concerning the book under discussion:In Mount Doom: The Prophecy of Tolkien Revealed, Paul List and Ali Ghaffari present a bold reinterpretation of J.R.R. Tolkien's mythology, arguing that a hidden philosophical and spiritual framework underlies The Lord of the Rings. Drawing from Catholic theology, Thomistic philosophy, psychology, and cultural criticism, the authors explore Tolkien's legendarium as a prophetic warning about technology, artificial intelligence, idolatry, and the crisis of the modern soul. This provocative study challenges readers to see Middle-earth—and themselves—in an entirely new way. Concerning the speakers:Paul List is co-author with Ali Ghaffari of Mount Doom: The Prophecy of Tolkien Revealed. Drawing on years of study in philosophy, theology, mythology, and Tolkien's legendarium, Paul has developed a bold and deeply original interpretation of Tolkien's work—one that connects The Lord of the Rings to questions of metaphysics, technology, artificial intelligence, and the spiritual crisis of modern civilization. His work challenges readers to reconsider Tolkien not only as a master storyteller, but also as a prophetic thinker speaking directly to our own age.Joseph Pearce, one of the world's leading Catholic literary scholars and biographers. A prolific author, editor, and speaker, Joseph has written extensively on J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, G.K. Chesterton, Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn, and many of the great literary voices of the Christian tradition. His work has helped countless readers rediscover the spiritual, philosophical, and theological depth embedded within great literature.

Sr. Allison Gliot, FSP, and Fr. Michael Brisson, LC, both set out to write fiction, only to find their stories taking unexpected turns. One created a tale involving a priest entangled with the mafia; the other imagined a world where young adults navigate the mysteries of vampires. Unlikely stories from a priest and a religious sister—but perhaps all the more compelling because of their vocations. In this episode, we bring Sr. Allison and Fr. Michael together for the first time to discuss creativity, storytelling, and the surprising paths their novels have taken. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/)

Episode 95 celebrates all things Westmoot, the American gathering of the Tolkien Society held from May 22-24, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota! We begin with a reflection on our experience at Westmoot. Then we present our live show from Westmoot, “Disasters, Downfalls, and Dives: Athrabeth Podcast Live” with special guests Clare Moore and Tori Owens. We each chose our favorite disaster to present to the listeners: Daeron, Finrod, Saeros, and Túrin.   Citations Thank you to our guests, Clare Moore and Tori Owens!   Clare can be found on Bsky at @clarelmoore.bsky.social The Big Read dates and information can be found here:  https://erikjampa.substack.com/p/tolkien-society-seminar-and-tolkien?utm_source=publication-search (Accessed May 30, 2026) Learn more about the upcoming volume More Perilous and Fair, with Cami Agan, Clare Moore Dr. Robin A. Reid: https://dc.swosu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1081&context=mythpro (Accessed May 30, 2026)   Tori can be found on instagram @_toriello, and on Bsky @itstoriello.bsky.social   The Sillymarillion podcast can be found at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sillymarillion/id1571617612 https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/thesillymarillion/ On Instagram at @sillymarillions On Bsky at @thesillymarillion.bsky.social   Join the Athrabeth Discord!  https://discord.gg/4rZynfWv3f

For this show-within-a-show, Craig and Andrew learned about the world of Middle-Earth by reading J.R.R. Tolkien's posthumously published legendarium THE SILMARILLION. This episode posted first for our Patreon supporters in July 2025. If you want to hear our current longread project TOKYO DRIFTERS (and a bunch of other stuff besides), visit Patreon.com/overduepod.The Elves are here, and it's time to learn all about them! Because there are a whole bunch of different sub-types of them, mostly sorted by whether and how quickly they decided to heed the summons to come party with the gods on their paradise island.The most important one we meet is Fëanor, who forges the book's MacGuffins and then instantly gets super weird and possessive about them, in a way that ensures lasting misery for all involved. Hooray!The reading list:Ep 1 - Ainulindale, Valaquenta, Quenta Silmarillion Ch 1-3Ep 2 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 4-10Ep 3 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 11-16Ep 4 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 17-20Ep 5 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 21-24Ep 6 - Akallabeth, Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age, AppendicesOur theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Authors Haley Stewart and Claire Swinarski reflect on how a lifelong love of reading sparked their writing careers, helped cultivate a rich reading culture in their homes, and continues to open the door to deeper, more meaningful connections with others. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/)

Episode 53 of Flow drops on Memorial Day weekend with Cam Cooksey navigating a live breaking news situation and tying it all back to God's frequency. A shooter identified as William Sexton, a trans-Democrat activist angry about the US-Iran peace deal, fires on a White House checkpoint and is neutralized by Secret Service. Cam reads the unfolding reports live and lands on a false flag theory with MK Ultra overtones. The 440 Hz versus 432 Hz frequency debate sparks from a chat comment, with Cam connecting 440 standardization to the day Hitler invaded Poland, Havana Syndrome, and weaponized sound. Cam shares his reaction to finally watching Vibes 2 by Rise Attire, reading the two closing quotes from the film live, including the JRR Tolkien quote extended by Rise Attire themselves. Kyle Busch's sudden death is noted with questions about cause. Memorial Day is honored with gratitude for those who gave everything. Double Americans of the Week: Carter Braxton and George Clymer, both Declaration signers who lost fortunes and kept their word anyway.

In this episode, we discuss The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien, the beloved first volume of The Lord of the Rings. As we follow Frodo and his companions on the first stage of their journey, we explore Tolkien's rich vision of a world where evil leaves its mark on everything it touches, yet goodness, beauty, and hope endure.Along the way, we reflect on the surprising courage and humility of the hobbits, the power of friendship in the face of darkness, and Tolkien's gift for storytelling. We consider why this story continues to resonate with readers and what it reveals about courage, sacrifice, fellowship, and perseverance in a fallen world.Resources:The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R TolkienJ.R.R. Tolkien: A Biography by Humphrey CarpenterThe Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien

Get the Exploring Tolkien App to listen to every episode, a Tolkien calendar, the latest news, and member exlcusives! Turin's tragic journey starts here. In this episode, we examine the opening chapter of The Children of Húrin, exploring the foundational relationships and lineage that shape Turin's fate. Why does Tolkien focus so much on houses and kin? How does the friendship with the crippled servant Sador color Turin's early years? We unpack the narrative roots of tragedy, prophecy, and the fraught bond between elves and men. We also look at: What Tolkien's “fire” actually means when describing Húrin The rare, uneasy alliance between elves and men in the First Age How tragedy marks Turin's family from the very beginning Giving, pity, and the early signs of Turin's character—before everything goes wrong In our extended episode (available via our Exploring Tolkien App or for our site’s members–), we go deeper on: The roles of Morwen and Húrin—and how their contrasting natures shape Turin's destiny Tolkien's craft: why his metaphors never just describe, but also worldbuild Why houses and heraldry matter so much in Middle-earth's oldest tales

To kick off the new series of Ave Explores on Catholicism in Literature, Fr. Jonah Teller, OP, shares how a lifelong love of reading shaped his faith, imagination, and vocation. In an age dominated by scrolling and screens, he reflects on why great books still matter and how the classics form us in wisdom, virtue, and attentiveness to God and the world around us. Fr. Jonah also offers practical ways to build reading into everyday life and cultivate habits that make space for deeper reflection, even amid busy schedules. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/)

This week on The Literary Life, we are re-airing an episode from the archives featuring a discussion of J.R.R. Tolkien's essay "On Fairy Stories" between Angelina Stanford, Cindy Rollins, and Thomas Banks. Angelina sets the stage for this discussion by orienting us to the context for the essay by Tolkien as a critique of what is considered a fairy story. She points out the difference between cautionary tales like those by Charles Perrault and the German folk and fairy tales collected by the Grimm Brothers. Our hosts highlight Tolkien's definition of true fairy stories, ones that take place in the "perilous realm" and involve a journey element. He critiques Andrew Lang as including many stories as fairy tale that are not truly fairy stories. They also discuss topics from the essay including sub-creation, magic and spells, suspension of disbelief, and children's responses to fairy stories. Join us again next week for an additional "update" episode on this same essay with Jenn Rogers. Don't forget to check out everything going on over at HouseofHumaneLetters.com to stay up to date on all the upcoming new summer classes and webinars! Cindy also has some exciting things happening at MorningTimeforMoms.com, including registration for her summer discipleship group. For the full show notes for this episode, see our podcast website at https://theliterarylife/328. 

Join us this month as we interview Kelly from themiddlepage, exploring her deep dive into Tolkien's lesser-read works in her Year of Tolkien Book Club project, and her passion for making Tolkien's complex themes accessible and engaging. Discover how her community-driven approach and love of Tolkien's poetry, On Fairy-stories, and medieval literature bring new insights into the Professor's work.    Citations   Thank you to Kelly from themiddlepage for joining us! Kelly's links:  Year of Tolkien Book Club Substack: https://themiddlepage.substack.com/p/a-year-of-tolkien-library   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themiddlepage/   Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/themiddlepage.bsky.social   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themiddle.page   Find Kelly on these other great podcasts: https://beacons.ai/kelly.themiddlepage/podcastappearances You can also find Kelly on videos with the Voices of Arda folks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mh4nCiY805E   Join Athrabeth's Discord:  https://discord.gg/4rZynfWv3f   Hwæt! Bro! Maria Dahvana Headley, Beowulf: A New Translation (MCD x FSG Originals, 2020) https://bookshop.org/p/books/beowulf-a-new-translation-maria-dahvana-headley/9892043

The Kalevala is perhaps Tolkien's earliest inspiration… In this episode, we dig into The Story of Kullervo the tragic Finnish myth (from the Kalevala)  that captured Tolkien's imagination as a young man. We explore why Kullervo's tragic tale—full of vengeance, orphaned rage, and doomed family bonds—became the seed for later stories like The Children of Húrin (and even Beren and Lúthien!). We also examine: The Kalevala's raw, unfamiliar style and why Tolkien found it so fresh How Tolkien's early attempts at rewriting folklore reveal his love of language and poetry How the Kalevala's influence shaped Middle-earth's earliest legends The parallels (and differences) between Kullervo and Turin Turambar What makes Kullervo so unlike Tolkien's usual heroes In our extended episode (available for members at https://theonering.com/members), we discuss: The big ol’ Lego set that’ll be released in a month Elanor Gamgee as the face of the new LOTR movie. Listener’s feedback on Saruman’s strength.

For this show-within-a-show, Craig and Andrew learned about the world of Middle-Earth by reading J.R.R. Tolkien's posthumously published legendarium THE SILMARILLION. This episode posted first for our Patreon supporters in June 2025. If you want to hear our current longread project TOKYO DRIFTERS (and a bunch of other stuff besides), visit Patreon.com/overduepod.In the beginning, Eru Ilúvatar created the heaven and the earth, primarily by watching his child-angels have an epic sing-off. And Melkor was there singing bad stuff, but Ilúvatar was like "no matter how bad you sing I can always make it a part of the awesome world I am building."Anyway, this episode is about perhaps the most biblical part of the Hobbit Bible, where a god-like figure creates the world and casts out one of his followers who thinks he's good enough to challenge god himself. Also: the Dwarves are created, and the Elves wake up.The reading list:Ep 1 - Ainulindale, Valaquenta, Quenta Silmarillion Ch 1-3Ep 2 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 4-10Ep 3 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 11-16Ep 4 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 17-20Ep 5 - Quenta Silmarillion Ch 21-24Ep 6 - Akallabeth, Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age, AppendicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Sunberg highlighted the overarching biblical (prescriptive and descriptive) texts supporting women's shared leadership such as: Genesis 1:26–30, and Galatians 3:28, and Romans 16:1–16. These texts are the “rings that rule overall rings” to use a JRR Tolkien image. Even more, throughout Scripture we see, the power of the Holy Spirit empowering, guiding, encouraging women leaders. Paul's Gospel vision clearly includes women as part of the Great Commission, to share Jesus with the entire world. Phoebe's leadership cited in Romans 16:1–2 implemented Paul's vision. Paul's vision of church planting takes shape and flourishes beside his female workers, like Junia, Phoebe, and Priscilla. While many Christians tend to gloss over these details, they are crucial in planting, serving, and leading churches today.     Carla addressed “the sociology of Scripture” which includes both biblical manhood and biblical womanhood as partners in the Gospel, not adversaries. Supremely, Proverbs 31 celebrates God's ideal or vision for woman—one of gift-based ministry and service not limited by gender.  Referencing Dr. Ben Witherington, biblical patriarchy, is an exegete without clothes.   Citing an extensive history noting the steady growth of women leaders/pastors in the Wesleyan Holiness church that began initially with only 2% women, to now 20% of clergy are women in the Church of the Nazarenewhich Carla is a member. Carla and discussed meeting this year, in person for the first time, during the recent Wesleyan Holiness Women Clergy Conference held in Minneapolis. This event aimed at supporting women clergy and CBE was invited to join in to support their inter-racial, international women's leadership which parallels that of CBE's ministry.   We ended by discussing the needs women clergy have for flexibility given all they manage in their lives. women need support for the many responsibilities of being a Christian mother, wife, pastor, scholar, etc. Often these women are a minority serving beside men who have centuries of traditions supporting male-leaders. We ended in prayer. This was indeed an information, wisdom, holiness packed podcast!!  Books Carla has contributed to:  Viewing the whole sweep of scripture, Carla edited the book: Faithful to the Call, Women in Ministry. She wrote, The Christian Life: A Nazarene Perspective and Why Holiness?: The Transformational Message That Unites Us and Teach us to Pray: What We can Learn from Scripture.      Carla coauthored, Reclaiming Eve: The Identity and Calling of Women in the Kingdom of God; Color: God's Intention for Diversity; The Cappadocian Mothers: Deification Exemplified in the Writings of Basil, Gregory and Gregory; Uncommon Virtues: Seven Saints Who shaped our Faith; Reflecting the Image: Our Call to Mirror Christ to the World, and Pulling Back the Curtain on the Former Soviet Union. 

This episode tackles two more changes from Peter Jackson's Fellowship of the Ring—Saruman orchestrating the storm on Caradhras, and the missing warg attack in Hollin. We break down how these adaptations simplify Middle-earth, debate whether Saruman's powers go too far, and discuss what's lost when the mountain itself isn't an antagonist. We also examine: Why Jackson condensed multiple threats into “just Saruman and Sauron” The cinematic potential of Gandalf's fiery defense against spirit wargs Aragorn's warnings vs. Saruman's prophecies—and who really drove the Fellowship’s next moves What removing the Hollin warg attack means for Sauron's reach in the story In our extended episode (members at https://theonering.com/members), we dive into: News about Tolkien's rare books and LOTRO's new expansions Listener comments over Boromir's character moments on the slopes of the Misty Mountains The fated 5 seasons of The Rings of Power What's next for the podcast (Children of Húrin, Kullervo, and maybe Lord of the Rings itself)!

Welcome to another episode of our new series on classic short stories! This month, it's Tolkien's beloved story about creativity, hope, and the finitude of life. It's also a little bit about Dante and Virgil, maybe a bit auto-biographical, and the perfect story to discuss during the Easter season. We discuss. Happy listening! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit closereads.substack.com/subscribe

En este programa nos adentramos en la historia oculta de El Hobbit para explorar todo aquello que rodea la aventura de Bilbo Bolsón y que Tolkien no desarrolla de forma directa en el centro del relato. Más allá del viaje hacia Erebor, existe un mundo mucho más amplio: conflictos lejanos, personajes decisivos, movimientos en la sombra y conexiones con la gran historia de la Tierra Media que transforman por completo la lectura de la obra. Analizamos los hechos paralelos, el trasfondo histórico, los secretos del mundo de Tolkien y las implicaciones reales del viaje de Bilbo, mostrando cómo El Hobbit es mucho más que un cuento de aventuras. Detrás de sus páginas hay una red de tensiones políticas, amenazas antiguas y episodios apenas insinuados que anticipan la magnitud de El Señor de los Anillos. #ElHobbit #Tolkien #TierraMedia #LiteraturaFantástica ☄️ Y si este programa te ha gustado: comenta, dale a me gusta, compártelo. Ayúdanos a llegar a más gente ☄️ APÓYANOS EN: ☄ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/vuelodelcometa ☄ iVoox: https://www.ivoox.com/support/1049191 ☄ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vuelodelcometa TELEGRAM: ☄ Telegram (canal de difusión): https://t.me/canalvuelodelcometa ☄ Telegram (chat grupal): https://t.me/vuelodelcometacomunidad REDES SOCIALES: ☄ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vuelodelcometa ☄ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Vuelodelcometa ☄ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vuelodelcometa.bsky.social ☄ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@vuelodelcometa ☄ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vuelodelcometa WEB: ☄ Web: alvaroaparicio.net Y si quieres contactar con nosotros para una promoción, no dudes en ponerte en contacto a través de: vuelodelcometapodcast@gmail.com Si quieres apoyar este y otros proyectos relacionados, puedes acudir a https://www.patreon.com/vuelodelcometa o a través del sistema de mecenazgo en iVoox.

Welcome to Day 2831 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom – Theology Thursday – J R R Tolkien's Theological Imagination: Rebellion, Redemption, and the Divine Pattern Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2831 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps!   I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2831 of our Trek.   The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Our current series of Theology Thursday lessons is written by theologian and teacher John Daniels. I have found that his lessons are short, easy to understand, doctrinally sound, and applicable to all who desire to learn more of God's Word. John's lessons can be found on his website   theologyinfive.com.   Today's lesson is titled:  J R R Tolkien's Theological Imagination: Rebellion, Redemption, and the Divine Pattern. J R R  Tolkien believed storytelling was a sacred act. As a devout Catholic, his fiction was shaped not by overt allegory but by deep theological truths. Through the concept of subcreation, Tolkien affirmed that humans, made in the image of the Creator, have the capacity to craft secondary worlds that echo divine realities. While The Lord of the Rings is not an allegory, its themes align powerfully with Christian theology and the Divine Council Worldview (DCWV), a framework in Scripture that speaks of God ruling among other spiritual beings and assigning nations to them after Babel. The first segment is: The Powers and Principalities of Arda. Tolkien's legendarium includes a clear divine hierarchy. At the top is Eru Ilúvatar, the One, creator of all. He is the source of the Ainulindalë-the- the Music of the Ainur-through which the world is first imagined. Even when Melkor introduces discord into the harmony, seeking to dominate the music with his own themes, Eru responds not with destruction but with deeper orchestration. He tells Melkor that all the discord he weaves will only serve to make the final symphony more profound. Nothing, not even rebellion, lies outside Eru's ultimate sovereignty. This reflects a vision of God's authority that is both supreme and redemptive, where even the schemes of the wicked are ultimately turned to the fulfillment of divine purpose. Below Ilúvatar are the Ainur, powerful spiritual beings created before the shaping of the world. Among them, the Valar function as guardian spirits of Arda, similar in structure to the Divine Council of Psalm 82. The Maiar, lesser but still mighty beings, assist the Valar. Gandalf and Sauron both belong to this order. Just as in Divine Council Worldview, where God delegates spiritual authority to lesser elohim, Tolkien's mythos reflects a structure where divine beings are given spheres of responsibility. Yet, like in Scripture, rebellion corrupts this order, setting the stage for cosmic conflict. In the end, those spirits who persist in rebellion are not merely restrained but ultimately removed forever from the renewed creation. Their fate reflects the biblical destiny of the fallen sons of God, whose judgment ensures that the restored order will no longer be corrupted by their presence. The second segment is: Melkor, Sauron, and the Corruption of Divine Authority Melkor, later known as Morgoth, the mightiest of the Ainur, mirrors the rebel gods in biblical theology. His pride leads him to seek domination rather than stewardship. Morgoth's rebellion reflects the cosmic insurrection of Psalm 82 and Isaiah 14, spiritual beings grasping for power they were never meant to wield. Sauron, his chief lieutenant, becomes a second-tier deceiver who continues Morgoth's dark legacy. Like the sons of God in Genesis 6 and Deuteronomy 32, Sauron imposes false worship and enslaves others, manipulating through fear and domination. The rings of power function almost like tokens of delegated but twisted authority, tools meant for order, turned toward control. The third segment is: Sacred Geography and Territorial Spirits Middle-earth is shaped by geography charged with meaning. From the spiritual corruption of Mordor to the divine echoes of Lothlórien and the exile of Númenor, Tolkien paints a world where places are more than political. They are spiritual battlegrounds. This resonates with the DCWV understanding of cosmic geography, the biblical idea that certain regions are under the influence of rebellious divine beings. Tolkien's world shows that the land itself can groan under the weight of spiritual oppression or be hallowed by divine presence. The Fourth Segment is: Free Will, Providence, and the Role of Mortals Tolkien's theology insists that free will matters, even in a world shaped by fate. This mirrors the DCWV framework in which God's imagers, both divine and human, are granted real choice. The fall of Melkor and Sauron is not deterministic, nor is Frodo's endurance guaranteed. Instead, history is a tapestry of choices woven into divine purposes. Even Gollum, an unlikely figure, plays a providential role through his disobedience. As Elrond says, “Even the very wise cannot see all ends.” God remains sovereign in Tolkien's world, but human (and hobbit) agency is honored. At the same time, Tolkien also shows that Ilúvatar does not remain distant. When free will threatens to unravel the entire order of creation-such as with the rebellion of Númenor-Eru steps in directly. That rebellion was not born in a vacuum. It was Sauron, functioning as a kind of Satan figure, who seduced the Númenóreans with promises of godhood, twisting their fear of death into a desire for domination. Under his influence, they turned against the Valar and Ilúvatar himself. In response, Ilúvatar reshapes the world, removes Valinor from its physical reach, and ensures the continuation of his plan. Divine intervention is rare, but never absent, reflecting a theology where human freedom is real, yet ultimately guided by a higher will. The fifth segment is: Christ Figures and Divine Reversal Tolkien avoids a single Christ figure, but the roles of prophet, priest, and king are reflected across characters. Gandalf, as a Maia, is sent back as a resurrected figure who guides and speaks truth. Frodo, the suffering servant, bears the burden of evil though it scars him permanently. Aragorn, the hidden king, returns to heal and rule with justice. Their combined roles reflect a mosaic of messianic themes, aligned with DCWV's understanding that God's rule is ultimately restored through His chosen representative. The sixth Segment is: The Redemption of the Noldor One of the most profound theological arcs in Tolkien's legendarium is the redemption of the Noldor. These High Elves, once dwellers in the light of Valinor, chose rebellion. Under Fëanor, they defied the Valar, left the Blessed Realm without permission, and pursued Morgoth in pride and vengeance. Their exile into Middle-earth was a direct consequence of their disobedience, and their long suffering across the First, Second, and Third Ages reflects the cost of that choice. And yet, by the time of The Lord of the Rings, the story shifts. Elrond, Galadriel, and others of Noldorin descent are no longer defined by rebellion but by wisdom, sacrifice, and faithful stewardship. Galadriel, who once sought dominion and glory, now resists the temptation of the One Ring. Elrond becomes a healer, counselor, and protector. Their final return to Valinor is not a defeat or escape, but a homecoming long delayed. It is the restoration of exiles whose hearts have been refined by ages of sorrow and service. This echoes the biblical pattern of return from exile, of forgiveness extended to those who wandered far but endured. Their story is not one of perfection, but of transformation. In the end, the Noldor who return do so not in pride, but in humility. And Valinor, far from rejecting them, welcomes them home. In Conclusion Tolkien didn't write sermons, but he did what theology often fails to do. He made us feel the weight of glory, the darkness of evil, and the staggering grace of redemption. His myth tells the same cosmic story as Scripture: creation, rebellion, judgment, mercy, and restoration. By embedding DCWV themes into his secondary world, Tolkien baptized the imagination and helped countless readers glimpse the true story beneath all stories. For further study, consider these Discussion Questions How does Tolkien's portrayal of Eru Ilúvatar compare to the biblical view of God's sovereignty, especially in response to rebellion? In what ways does the story of the Noldor reflect biblical themes of exile, refinement, and return? How does Tolkien depict the relationship between free will and divine providence across different characters and events? What parallels can be drawn between Sauron's temptation of Númenor and the biblical role of Satan in stirring rebellion? How does Tolkien's treatment of spiritual rebellion and ultimate judgment align with the destiny of fallen divine beings in Scripture? Join us next Theology Thursday to learn Fencing the Torah: When Guardrails Become a Cage If you found this podcast insightful, please subscribe and leave us a review, then...

In this episode, we examine the insertion of Boromir’s ring-handling scene on the slopes of the Misty Mountains–though it was completely invented, how close was it REALLY to the books? … and THEN we discuss Peter Jackson’s NEXT Lord of the Rings films, this time written by Stephen Colbert!

This week we say a fond farewell to Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy. We wish it hadn't happened in our time… just kidding. We're so lucky to be alive when it did! On this epic conclusion to One Scene to Rule Them All, we're tying off loose threads, answering listener questions, sharing some thoughts on WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM, and announcing our next miniseries! Next week, it's our long-awaited Eye of 2025 year-in-review. And a celebration of five years of podcasting! 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 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.

In this episode, we dig into two crucial scenes: the iconic formation of the Fellowship and the bridge-side tryst between Aragorn and Arwen. Drawing from both book and film, we examine what's gained (and lost) when Tolkien's deep lore is streamlined for cinema. We also look at: Who actually attended the Council of Elrond Boromir's famous “Gondor has no king” line—book vs. film debate Why Gimli's axe-to-the-ring moment feels out of place How Arwen and Aragorn's romance changes when moved from appendix to film The effects of missing characters like Bilbo and Glorfindel Become a member at https://theonering.com/members or https://theonering.com/patreon to hear our thoughts on: Listener questions: Is Lurtz a good addition—or does he rob Aragorn of a key moment? The origins of the Uruk-hai – sci-fi or fantasy? How “meat's back on the menu” could've been more lore friendly The looming Hunt for Gollum trilogy—how much story is really there? How an Aragorn biopic could finally do the ranger justice 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

In this episode, we explore the rich themes, memorable characters, and powerful symbolism of J.R.R. Tolkien's iconic trilogy. Whether you're a dedicated fan or new to Middle-earth, these insights will deepen your appreciation and inspire your own journey of purpose and resilience.Key Topics:Overview of the setting in Middle-earth and the significance of the final chapterMain characters: Frodo, Sam, Gandalf, Aragorn, Legolas, Gimli, Gollum, and villains like Sauron and DenethorThemes of good versus evil, hope, sacrifice, and identityThe symbolism of the ring, White Tree of Gondor, eagles, and morePersonal reflections on how the story's lesson on purpose, hope, and identity apply to lifeThe importance of perseverance, humility, and supporting rolesQuotes that capture the essence of heroism, hope, and resilienceRemember, the journey through Middle-earth is much like our own life: filled with challenges, growth, and hope. Embrace your purpose and step into your true identity—just like Aragorn, Frodo, and Sam.

Hey HBs! Get READY because we're in for a 2 week event with FOR WHOM THE BELLE TOLLS by Jaysea Lynn! What a BEAUTIFUL and horrifyingly timely book. It lays bare so many ills of our current system while also being hilarious and adorable and poignant and we didn't know what to do with ourselves. This is part 1 of 4. Bonus Content: Mel and Sabrina actually hate each other - surprise!, we can't help but talk about current events (we just invaded Iran!), there's a lot of blubbering, JRR Tolkien gurlies, cozy romantasy written by a trauma therapist, and so much more! TW: our corrupt capitalist health system, cancer, terminal illness, dying, death, violence, child abuse, child sexual abuse, the dark parts of the foster system, substance use disorder, foreign invasions, and more. Want more of us? Check out our PATREON! This week Sabrina and some pals are gonna tell Mel all about the rest of the Sweetverse series! Credits: Theme Music: Brittany Pfantz  Art: Author Kate Prior  Want to tell us a story, ask about advertising, or anything else? Email: heavingbosomspodcast at gmail  Follow our socials:  Instagram @heavingbosoms Tiktok @heaving_bosoms  Facebook group: the Heaving Bosoms Geriatric Friendship Cult The above contains affiliate links, which means that when purchasing through them, the podcast gets a small percentage without costing you a penny more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Municipalities, start your engines!! Or… get ready to eat each other? We're finishing off our Rings series today with the final (?) major live action narrative production from Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, and the whole WETA gang. It may not be Tolkien-related, but hey, Hugo Weaving wields a blade in it! It's tragic that the film didn't start a new era for Jackson, and we're sorting through its disastrous box office fallout this week along with some predictions for what the future has in store for WETA. Next week, we close the book on Tolkien once and for all with our series finale (including some thoughts on WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM) and an announcement for what comes next! 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: Cinefex #163 Production History Richard Armitage Turns Down the Engine Mortal Engines Production Notes Christian Rivers & Peter Jackson Reddit AMA The Film Pie Christian Rivers Interview The Hollywood Reporter JunkieXL Interview The Hollywood Reporter Peter Jackson Interview Peter Jackson on Loss of Andrew Lesnie 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.

We read the Notes, Foreword, Prologue, and BOOK ONE V – X of JRR Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. Content warnings for: racism. Next episode we'll read BOOK ONE XI, XII; BOOK TWO I, II of The Fellowship of the Ring. You can go to patreon.com/rangedtouch to support the show and access the bonus episode feed.… Continue reading The Fellowship of the Ring – Part 2

It's never a bad time to revisit the sacred texts. Jake and Stephen talk The Return of the King and Tolkien's legacy.Next Up: Can AI Writing be Good?Check us out on YouTube:https://youtube.com/c/FantologyPodcastChat with us more and support in the links belowhttps://www.fantologybooks.comhttps://discordapp.com/invite/k5efNbGhttps://www.patreon.com/fantology_bookshttp://www.audibletrial.com/Fantologyhttps://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shopMusic Credit: Nathan Towns, see more at https://nathantownscomposer.com/

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Glenn introduces the Pugsters to David Engels, a conservative Belgian historian and philosopher who focuses on a revival of Western civilization. Using one of his articles as a jumping off point, the guys discuss the marriage of ancient pagan virtues with Christian ideas of the Good, a combination which produced the chivalric ideal embraced by Tolkien in Middle Earth. But as usual, they cover a wide range of topics ranging from history to philosophy, to theology, to story, and others besides. It’s a fascinating discussion of the good in ancient paganism and the failure of neo-paganism to uncover what they think they are looking for. Article: https://davidengels.substack.com/p/jrr-tolkien-the-christian-west-and Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Learn more about First Pres. Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

Glenn introduces the Pugsters to David Engels, a conservative Belgian historian and philosopher who focuses on a revival of Western civilization. Using one of his articles as a jumping off point, the guys discuss the marriage of ancient pagan virtues with Christian ideas of the Good, a combination which produced the chivalric ideal embraced by Tolkien in Middle Earth. But as usual, they cover a wide range of topics ranging from history to philosophy, to theology, to story, and others besides. It's a fascinating discussion of the good in ancient paganism and the failure of neo-paganism to uncover what they think they are looking for.Article:https://davidengels.substack.com/p/jrr-tolkien-the-christian-west-andSupport the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8Learn more about First Pres. Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

Okay, Hobbitses, it's our last journey through Middle Earth! And Bilbo's first! Dom's back, and so is Peter Jackson, Philippa Boyens, Fran Walsh, Ian McKellan, Andy Serkis, Elijah Wood, and… Radagast the Brown?! Although this is our only episode on the Hobbit trilogy, we're not just covering UNEXPECTED JOURNEY this week. Listen in for some cross examination of the two (troubling) sequels, the many fan edits (especially the one from Maple Films), and Guillermo Del Toro's greatest unmade production. A very special thanks from Dom to all the listeners who reached out with support during his absence. And thanks to Stephen Hilger for pinch hitting! Next week, it's Jackson's final (?) narrative film, MORTAL ENGINES (2018) from director Christian Rivera. 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 The Journey Back to Middle-Earth Riddles in the Dark - Gollum's Cave An Unexpected Party - Bag End A Short Rest - Rivendell & London The Battle of Moria Edge of the Wilderland Durin's Folk: Creating the Dwarves The People and Denizens of Middle-Earth Realms of the Third Age - Hobbiton Realms of the Third Age - Goblin Town The Songs of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Mr. Baggins: The 14th Member The Epic of Scene 88 Home is Behind, The World Ahead Maverick Movies: New Line Cinema and the Transformation of American Film by Daniel Herbert Cinefex #132 Production History Peter Jackson/Guillermo Del Toro Party Chat Legal Issues Settled for The Hobbit Comingsoon.net Guillermo del Toro Interview Lord of the Rings Writing Team Onboard TheOneRing.net Guillermo del Toro Interview Philipa Boyens on Guillermo del Toro's Hobbit Guillermo del Toro Officially Leaves The Hobbit Peter Jackson Wings The Hobbit Guillermo del Toro Gets Haunted The Hobbit Destroys New Zealand Film Industry Lindsay Ellis The Hobbit: The Desolation of Warners (3/2) Video A New Hobbit Film is Born Guillermo del Toro's Version of Bilbo Moviedrone Howard Shore Interview MGM Financial Troubles Imperil The Hobbit A Message From Guillermo 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.

Glenn introduces the Pugsters to David Engels, a conservative Belgian historian and philosopher who focuses on a revival of Western civilization. Using one of his articles as a jumping off point, the guys discuss the marriage of ancient pagan virtues with Christian ideas of the Good, a combination which produced the chivalric ideal embraced by Tolkien in Middle Earth. But as usual, they cover a wide range of topics ranging from history to philosophy, to theology, to story, and others besides. It’s a fascinating discussion of the good in ancient paganism and the failure of neo-paganism to uncover what they think they are looking for. Article: https://davidengels.substack.com/p/jrr-tolkien-the-christian-west-and Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Learn more about First Pres. Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

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This steampunk fantasy world has everything: dæmons, talking polar bears, Daniel Craig with a snow leopard, and Nicole Kidman in her villain era!  Attempting to replicate the success of THE LORD OF THE RINGS, New Line Cinema tries to kick off a new trilogy by adapting Philip Pullman's The Golden Compass, but it… doesn't quite work out. Stephen Hilger returns to help us figure out why! Next week: DOM IS BACK!!! Our king returns just in time for us to talk THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY! 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 Production Design: The Emotional Fabric of a Parallel World Armoured Bears: The Panserbjørne of Svalbard Music The Adaptation of Writer/Director Chris Weitz Finding Lyra Belacqua: Introducing Dakota Blue Richards The Alethiometer: Creating the Truth Measure Maverick Movies: New Line Cinema and the Transformation of American Film by Daniel Herbert The Golden Compass: The Official Illustrated Movie Companion by Brian Sibley Cinefex #112 Production History StarLog #362 Production History The Golden Compass Production Notes Fate of New Line Cinema Rests on The Golden Compass Newsweek Production History The Wrap Chris Weitz Interview Variety Chris Weitz Interview Wired Production History The Atlantic Production History The New York Times Production History Slate Philip Pullman Interview 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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.