Podcasts about The Lord of the Rings

Send us a textDr. Joseph Loconte joins Joe for a powerful exploration of faith, imagination, and courage in times of crisis—how two Oxford professors used story to resist the darkness of their age and inspire generations to come.As a historian and author of The War for Middle-earth: J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis Confront the Gathering Storm, 1933–1945, Dr. Loconte reveals how the trauma of the First World War and the rise of totalitarianism shaped the moral imagination of both Tolkien and Lewis. While fascism, communism, and nihilism were eroding meaning across Europe, these two friends responded with mythic tales that reawakened the timeless virtues of courage, friendship, sacrifice, and faith.In this conversation, Joe and Dr. Loconte unpack what it means to lead with conviction in an age of cynicism—how to confront “the gathering storm” of fear and confusion not through force, but through imagination, integrity, and truth. They explore how literature can serve as resistance, how belief can ground moral clarity, and why cultivating the inner life is essential for any leader facing dark times.Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of the moral lessons behind The Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia—and how these works still speak to the leaders, soldiers, and citizens called to stand in the breach today.In this episode, Joe and Dr. Loconte also explore:How the First World War shaped Tolkien and Lewis's understanding of evil and heroismWhy the 1920s and 1930s created a “crisis of meaning” across the Western worldHow their friendship became a creative alliance and a moral counteroffensiveWhy The Hobbit and The Chronicles of Narnia are, at their core, acts of defiance against despairWhat “the cataract of nonsense” teaches us about propaganda and the need for historical literacyThe spiritual courage required to use one's gifts—even when the world seems to be falling apartHow both men modeled leadership through faith, fellowship, and imaginationWhether you're leading in the military, education, or business, this episode offers timeless lessons on how conviction, creativity, and courage can help us navigate our own modern storms—and remind us that even in the darkest times, grace and goodness still have the final word.A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors!Veteran-founded Adyton. Step into the next generation of equipment management with Log-E by Adyton. Whether you are doing monthly inventories or preparing for deployment, Log-E is your pocket property book, giving real-time visibility into equipment status and mission readiness. Learn more about how Log-E can revolutionize your property tracking process here!Meet ROGER Bank—a modern, digital bank built for military members, by military members. With early payday, no fees, high-yield accounts, and real support, it's banking that gets you. Funds are FDIC insured through Citizens Bank of Edmond, so you can bank with confidence and peace of mind. 

How do busy couples maintain marriage goals without becoming rigid? Christa sits down with Colton Simmons, 1w9, creator of the popular You've Got a Type YouTube channel and podcast, to explore staying flexible without losing standards. As a Type 1w9 married to a Type 3w4, Colton shares practical insights about his own 1-3 pairing dynamics, navigating the tension between "doing it right" and "getting it done efficiently," managing extreme productivity without burnout, and thriving as a high-achiever couple who are also navigating parenthood. They discuss how both partners can be driven without perfectionism killing connection, and Colton also shares about his creative but also uniquely-paced process for thorough Enneagram content (including typing Lord of the Rings characters) and his current series on each type in relationships. The conversation explores teaching without becoming rigid and also learning how many type 1s inner critics really work from the inside out as Colton so graciously and vulnerably shares. Whether you're a busy couple trying to balance goals and flexibility in a high-achiever pairing, wants to find your own balanced rhythm for creating content or teaching or leading others, (or just love deep Enneagram work), this episode offers you an interesting dive! Find Colton's website here: https://www.youvegotatype.com/ Find Colton's YouTube here: https://www.youvegotatype.com/ Find more about your type, the pod, freebies, and SO much more at our website right here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.EnneagramandMarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Leave Christa a podcast question anonymously by sending an MP4 recording to enneagramandmarriage@gmail.com. Love what you're learning on E + M? Make sure you leave us a podcast review so others can find us, too⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pretty busy show when you consider Wayne Cook and Stephen Hartzell are reacting almost immediately after the CFP rankings drop on Tuesday night. There's finally a G5 team in the poll (!) but somehow Tennessee is still ranked (?) so it's not all roses. There are takes, disagreements, and enthusiasm on both sides of the aisle from Wayne and Hartzell, but that's what we're here for, right? Phil Steele even offers his Playoff take before launching into a 30-minute run through the week 12 top-25 card. The end of the show includes some Gavin Newsom jokes and Wayne tells Hartzell he looks like a Lord of the Rings character (yes, really).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MUSICThree Days Grace have announced a three-leg North American tour with I Prevail, The Funeral Portrait and Sleep Theory rotating as opening acts in the U.S., and Finger Eleven opening the Canadian dates. Tickets go on sale Friday. https://www.1057thepoint.com/event/three-days-grace-2026/ Three Days Gracewith special guests I Prevail and The Funeral PortraitVenue: Enterprise Center Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Sublime announced they'll be doing full album shows for notable anniversaries at Red Rocks in Morrison, Colorado next year. Sublime is up first as they'll celebrate the 30th anniversary of their self-titled album by performing it in full on April 17th, with a show of their best known songs and tracks from their upcoming album Til the Sun Explodes with some "special guests" on the 18th. Tickets for all four shows go on sale Friday. https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ4jAWBkSZx Guitarist Frank Hannon has confirmed that Tesla is working on a new covers project, with the band recording songs like Supertramp's "Give A Little Bit" https://blabbermouth.net/news/teslas-upcoming-covers-project-to-include-versions-of-supertramp-the-temptations-climax-blues-band-classics While walking the red carpet before the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Heart's Nany Wilson advocated for radio icon Howard Stern's induction into the Rock Hall. https://ultimateclassicrock.com/howard-stern-rock-hall-nancy-wilson/ The cause of Ace Frehley's death has been announced by the Morris County, New Jersey Medical Examiner.A fall in September at his New Jersey home resulted in a fracture to the back of his skull, a subdural hematoma, and a stroke. While the ME is awaiting the results of a toxicology screening, his death was ruled an accident. Frehley fell in his home studio in New Jersey in September, forcing the cancellation of a show in California. He then fell again at home, striking his head and being knocked unconscious. He was airlifted to Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, New Jersey and was placed on a ventilator for two weeks before dying on October 16th from a brain bleed. He was 74.Couple of new books out for your music journalism collectionDolly Parton memoir Star of the Show: My Life on Stage publishes.Layne Staley journals collection This Angry Pen of Mine publishes.Robbie Robertson memoir Insomnia publishes. TVABC airs the Dancing With the Stars 20th anniversary special.ABC airs the special The Golden Girls: 40 Years of Laughter and Friendship. Trailer Park Boys actor Mike Smith has “stepped away” from his role in the comedic series in light of a sexual assault lawsuit against him, the team behind the Netflix show announced. https://www.thewrap.com/trailer-park-boys-star-mike-smith-steps-away-from-comedy-series-after-sexual-assault-lawsuit/ James Gunn is producing a "V for Vendetta" series for HBO. DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran will executive produce, with Pete Jackson (not the Lord of the Rings filmmaker) directing. https://consequence.net/2025/11/v-for-vendetta-hbo-series-james-gunn/ Monday night, First We Feast dropped the news that Glen Powell is the next guest on Hot Ones! https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQ4-BiQiLpV/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D TV chef Gordon Ramsay isn't tweaking his menu at any of his restaurants just to appease diners using weight loss medications who may require smaller meal portions. https://tvshowsace.com/2025/11/10/gordon-ramsay-goes-on-vulgar-tirade-over-ozempic-menu/#google_vignette St. Louis native Tarek Husseini and Kansas City native Erin Luttrell are set to appear on season 12 of Food Network's “Holiday Baking Championship.” https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/two-missouri-bakers-to-compete-on-food-networks-holiday-baking-show/ MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:Jackie Chan has become a trending topic online after another death hoax has gone viral. https://www.cinemaexpress.com/international/news/2025/Nov/11/is-jackie-chan-no-more-superstars-fake-death-news-worries-fans Jessica Rabbit is getting her own movie. But Disney will have nothing to do with this one. Gary Wolf is the creator of Roger Rabbit and Toontown. "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" is based on his 1981 book "Who Censored Roger Rabbit". And in a new interview, he revealed that he recently got the rights to the property back from Disney, and he's already got some new projects in the works. https://www.avclub.com/who-framed-roger-rabbit-creator-rights-reverted-disneyWith "Wicked: For Good" hitting theaters on the 21st, it must be good timing to auction off the ORIGINAL Wicked Witch's hat. The pointy black hat that Margaret Hamilton wore in 1939's "The Wizard of Oz" will be auctioned on December 3rd. (Here's the iconic Wicked Witch scene.) https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/wicked-witch-hat-wizard-oz-auction-margaret-hamilton-1236422816/?AND FINALLYModel Ignacia Fernández, the 27-year-old model who recently went viral for showing off her death metal vocals during a beauty pageant qualifier, was crowned Miss World Chile 2025 on Sunday night. https://blabbermouth.net/news/death-metal-singer-ignacia-fernandez-crowned-miss-world-chile-2025 AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Once considered as a subtitle for Today's Tolkien Times, today's title is Tolkien's response to a continued onslaught of silliness from a Swedish translator of The Lord of the Rings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lecture given at L'Abri Fellowship in Southborough, Massachusetts. For more information, visit https://southboroughlabri.org/ by Matt Dickerson, guest lecturer Lament is woven into the story of God's people from the Psalms and prophets to the teaching of Jesus. It is also an important element of the fabric of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth writings. Indeed, through his major works including The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion, Tolkien connects lament to wisdom and shows that lament is both rooted in hope and leads to action. Matthew Dickerson is the author of numerous books, book chapters, and essays on the writings of Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, including most recently Aslan's Breath: Seeing the Holy Spirit in Narnia. He has also written about Biblical lament in his recent book Birds in the Sky, Fish in the Sea: Attending to creation with Delight and Wonder. The Copyright for all material on the podcast is held by L'Abri Fellowship. We ask that you respect this by not publishing the material in full or in part in any format or post it on a website without seeking prior permission from L'Abri Fellowship. ©Southborough L'Abri 2025

A raw, no-fluff review of The Two Towers — the darker, tighter middle act of LOTR. I cover the split structure, why Book III feels punchier (Helm's Deep, Ents), why Book IV slows to a crawl before the Shelob crescendo, and how pain trains the will through Frodo's burden and Sam's rise. I read this over a couple of months and felt the weight, the world-building, and the payoff.Spoilers ahead: Gandalf's return, the march to war, Frodo/Sam/Gollum through the marshes, and that spider. If you value integrity, patience and quiet courage, this one hits deep. If you've read it, tell me your favourite moment (Helm's Deep or Shelob?). If you haven't: persevere — the last hundred pages cook.Chapters00:00 – Intro & why this book now00:26 – Edition & context (movies vs book)00:56 – Darker tone; two storylines01:23 – Reading over 2–3 months; dense lore02:34 – Detail overload: when it works/doesn't04:35 – Book split: company/Helm's Deep vs Frodo/Sam05:56 – Helm's Deep: thrill + I wanted more06:29 – Frodo/Sam/Gollum: the slow march07:35 – The drag before the payoff08:16 – “Shelob's Lair”: can't-put-down stretch09:40 – Sam takes the Ring; cliffhanger10:00 – “Pain is a teacher” & Frodo's burden11:44 – Sam's unsung heroism12:40 – Who should read; how to read it13:37 – Verdict: “savage, beautiful middle movement”Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcast Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastsValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

Jason Fanelli joins us on the Dump Truck as we discuss what an old musical is, who the realest is, whether or not blackjack is an adult activity, and we recast Lord of the Rings with the Muppets!Call into the Dump Truck at (707)EXIT-FLUSupport us directly and get new episodes ad-free by signing up for Giant Bomb Premium at https://www.giantbomb.com/join

We kick off our IN DA KLERB WE ALL MONSTERS triple feature with Peter Jackson's con job comedy from beyond the grave. The reaper is reaping, the grievers are weeping, and it turns out the portal to Hell is a giant butthole with the head of a demonic snake as we stage our next haunted house to make some quick cash, only to end up meeting the supernatural serial killer Johnny Bartlett — and his secret partner in crime — in… THE FRIGHTENERS. Starring Michael J. Fox, Trini Alvarado, Peter Dobson, John Astin, Jeffrey Combs, Dee Wallace, Jake Busey, Chi McBride, Jim Fyfe, Troy Evans, and R. Lee Ermey. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeFor bonus content and commentaries, check out our PatreonFollow the show on Instagram, TikTok, and FacebookWant to support the show and save 20% on Fangoria? Visit Fangoria and enter PROMO CODE: HOWIMETYOURMONSTER at checkout!Looking for How I Met Your Monster merch? Check out TeePublic for shirts, stickers, mugs, and more!Questions and comments: howimetyourmonsterpodcast@gmail.com

This week on Nintendo Pow BlockThis week on Nintendo Pow Block, ⁠⁠⁠Edward Varnell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Corey Dirrig ⁠⁠⁠ dive into a mix of smaller but exciting Nintendo news in this late-recorded episode.The two discusses the upcoming Zelda movie, now reportedly in production in New Zealand — a fitting location known for its breathtaking fantasy landscapes featured in films like The Lord of the Rings.They also break down some impressive hardware and software milestones, including 10 million Switch 2 units sold, a total of 154.01 million Nintendo Switches worldwide, and the fact that 80 Nintendo-published titles have surpassed 1 million copies sold since 2017 — with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe leading at 69 million units and Animal Crossing: New Horizons following with 48 million.Finally, Edward and Corey chat about Nintendo's growing lineup of mobile and companion apps, asking whether there might be too many and how the experience could be streamlined or consolidated for fans.All this and more on Nintendo Pow Block!Follow our Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Edward Varnell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Cofounder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Corey Dirrig⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Founder of Boss Rush Media and the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Boss Rush Community: Join the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network Community Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Boss Rush Network: Follow Boss Rush Network on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X/Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and buy merch on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Store.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website at BossRush.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more great content.Thank you for your Support!Thank you for watching or listening to Nintendo Pow Block, the Nintendo podcast from Boss Rush Network! If you enjoyed the show, be sure to subscribe to the channel, give the video a Like, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode. If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any other podcast app, please leave us a 5-star rating and a review—it really helps! For more great content, visit our website at BossRush.net. Thanks for your continued support of Nintendo Pow Block and our independent endeavor with the Boss Rush Network!

D&D and RPG news and commentary by Mike Shea of https://slyflourish.com Contents 00:00 Show Start 00:01:08 Sly Flourish News: Alternative Initiative Options, Mashing Up the Eight Steps 00:02:49 Patreon Spotlight: Dread Necropolis Adventure Scenario 00:05:06 Sly Flourish News: Upcoming Games 00:09:29 D&D & RPG News: Kobold Press Book Bundle 00:13:06 Kickstarter Spotlight: Drakkenheim Daggerheart Campaign Book 00:18:02 Kickstarter Spotlight: Apocalypse World Burned Over 00:23:45 D&D & RPG News: Meg and Vincent Baker and Jonathan Harper Podcast with Ben Riggs 00:25:02 D&D & RPG News: Shannon Appleclein on Mastering Dungeons 00:28:09 D&D & RPG News: WOTC Brings Back Educational Resources for D&D 00:32:20 D&D & RPG News: New One Ring Adventures 00:34:38 DM Tip: Experiences with Dreadful Blessings 00:55:46 Patreon Question: Building Characters for One-on-One RPGs 00:58:31 Patreon Question: Motivations for Cultists 01:01:44 Patreon Question: Dealing and Facilitating Table Talk 01:03:59 Patreon Question: Tuning Bosses in Shadowdark Links Subscribe to the Sly Flourish Newsletter Support Sly Flourish on Patreon Buy Sly Flourish Books: Three Alternative Initiative Options Mashing Up the Eight Steps Huge Kobold Press Bundle Drakkenheart Kickstarter Apocalypse World Burned Over Kickstarter Meg and Vincent Baker and Jonathan Harper on Reading D&D Aloud Designers and Dragons Crowdfunding Campaign still going on D&D After School Programs Hasbro Educational Resources New One Ring and Lord of the Rings 5e Adventure Books Dreadful Blessings

In this lecture, we explore a passage from Colossians 2:8 to Colossians 3:4, which serves as a vital reminder to Christians about their identities as followers of Christ. The speaker urges the audience to not be swayed by human philosophies and traditions that can lead individuals away from the core teachings of Jesus. The speaker emphasizes that in Christ lies the fullness of God, establishing that believers are complete through their connection with Him. This theological foundation sets the stage for a deeper understanding of spiritual identity and transformation.The speaker weaves in an analogy using the character Aragorn from "The Lord of the Rings," drawing parallels between Aragorn's hidden identity as king and the hidden identity of believers in Christ. Just as Aragorn ultimately embraces his true identity, the speaker encourages listeners to recognize and embrace their own identities as children of God. This transition into recognizing one's identity is essential for living authentically within the teachings of Christianity. The lecture further explains the transformative experience that baptism represents, which is not merely an outward ritual but a profound internal change that signifies being made alive in Christ.As the lecture progresses, the importance of rejecting false teachings and legalism becomes a focal point. The speaker discusses how early Christians in Colossae faced pressure to adhere to additional, unnecessary practices to attain spiritual depth, which detracted from the sufficiency of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that true transformation comes through a relationship with Christ, rather than through human efforts or adherence to specific regulations. The notion of spiritual resurrection is unpacked, indicating that believers have already begun to experience a new life in Christ that transcends worldly expectations and limitations.The exploration of “setting one's sights on the realities of heaven,” as articulated by Paul, emphasizes a shift in mindset. The lecture prompts listeners to contemplate what it means to center their thoughts and desires on heavenly things rather than earthly habits rooted in sin and self-indulgence. The speaker clarifies that this does not mean neglecting the world around them but rather transforming how they engage with it. An integral part of this transformation is understanding the role of self-denial as a means to redirect focus toward the divine rather than personal gain.The concept of glory is revisited towards the end of the session, portraying the ultimate assurance believers have in sharing in the glory of Christ. This hope serves as both a comfort and a catalyst for how they live their lives in the present. By highlighting the tension between current struggles and future promises, the speaker invites the audience to reflect on their aspirations and motivations, encouraging them to view their hidden life in Christ as one that will eventually be revealed in completeness. Overall, this lecture provides a thorough and insightful discourse that aims to empower Christians to fully embrace their identities as children of God, navigate their spiritual journey, and align their lives with Christ's character and purpose.

Have you ever gotten up for a full day's work in a haunted coal mine and thought, "Boy, I really hope that bird in a cage doesn't stop singing and doom us all"? No? Then you clearly weren't with the RPGBOT crew in Part 2 of our Old Gods of Appalachia charity stream—where coal dust has claws, headlamps are your best friend, and it turns out you can get shot-in-the-foot vibes without ever firing a gun. Buckle up, y'all. Things are getting deep, dark, and very dusty. Support MD Anderson Cancer Research Before we go further, remember: this campaign was part of a live charity event supporting MD Anderson Cancer Center, one of the top cancer hospitals in the world. Their mission is simple but critical: end cancer for patients everywhere through advanced research, treatment, and compassionate care. You can still make a difference. Donate today at https://mdanderson.donordrive.com/participants/9351 — every dollar helps bring hope, healing, and lifesaving treatment to real people in the fight for their lives. Previously, on the RPGBOT charity stream: Jessie and Isaiah arrived in Williams Holler—an Appalachian company town where coal mine doom meets fire-eyed-almost-deer and fatal sermons about salvation through suffering. After a run-in with a not-deer and a meet-and-greet with Mister T and his questionable Applejack theology, our heroes found themselves deep in the mines for mandatory community service, hammering rocks for redemption. Episode 2 picks up right where we left off: with moonshiner chaos, clumsy pickaxe injuries, Tommyknocker rituals, and a collapsing mine shaft that proves this town is as deadly belowground as it is above. In this episode of the RPGBOT Podcast, the gang digs deeper into Old Gods of Appalachia—both narratively and literally—as they're sent into the bowels of the Williams Holler coal mine to "earn their keep" under the watchful eye of foreman Josh CC. Join Jessie and Isaiah as they: Learn about Tommyknockers—ghostly Appalachian mine spirits who love pennies and hate eye contact. Perform citation-needed rituals involving canaries, fish bits, and whispered thanks. Fail basic pickaxe maneuvers (looking at you, Isaiah) and experience the dark gift of GM intrusions, brought to you by generous donors. Discover strange, ancient artifacts deep underground—hint: they might belong to the town's ominous apple orchard daughter. Encounter a creature that definitely isn't a dog made of coal and bad vibes. Try desperately to outrun physics, collapse, and tiny angry men with stone axes through lightless tunnels. All while raising money for MD Anderson Cancer Research, whose work helps real people—unlike some podcast characters we could name. Key Takeaways Horror is better underground: Claustrophobic tunnels, unstable lanterns, and monster-dust dogs? That's premium Appalachian fear. Cypher System shines in survival tension: Speed and might rolls build both narrative and actual sweat. Tommyknockers are the coal miner's cryptid: They warn you with knocks—if you leave them snacks and don't embarrass them. GM intrusions are extra spicy during charity games: The more you donate, the more you make the players quietly panic. Jessie can shoot, quip, and pull people out of holes: The perfect outlaw protagonist energy. This mine is getting worse by the minute: Strange artifacts, broken elevators, dead canaries? It's all very "maybe we leave now." Basket of weird fruit: The orchard, Mr. T, and a thing calling itself "the green" are part of a cosmic tug-of-war that's barely begun. Thank You to the Old Gods and Monte Cook A huge thank-you to Steve Shell, Cam Collins, and the DeepNerd Media team for creating the masterwork that is Old Gods of Appalachia. Their audio drama is the gold standard of Appalachian horror storytelling—and the Old Gods of Appalachia Roleplaying Game, built on Monte Cook Games' Cypher System, brings that dread to your table with terrifying finesse. Want to experience this world for yourself? Listen to Old Gods of Appalachia wherever you get your podcasts Buy the RPG at montecookgames.com/old-gods-of-appalachia-rpg Bring some "not a deer" terror into your next campaign Let the Old Gods whisper you home. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. 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This week, Wenzel, Colt, and Tanner are taking you to Middle-earth and discussing the first film in The Lord of the Rings trilogy: The Fellowship of the Ring! Not like a normal "review + discussion" episode as they go right into talking very little about the movie itself! Spoilers ahead! ----------------------------------- Catch up on all of Season 9's episodes here: soundcloud.com/aychpodcast/sets/aych-season-9-2025?si=ca5cc0cefc3941699fa62b95af89752b&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing ----------------------------------- Check out the entire AYCH Podcast Network! ► The Instruction Booklet: Video Game History Podcast! Want even more AYCH shows? Check out our full catalog playlists! soundcloud.com/aychpodcast/sets ----------------------------------- Twitch/Podcast Archive YT: www.youtube.com/@AYCHPodcast If you like what we're doing here, don't forget to leave us a review! You can also follow us on all of our social media below and tell us how we're doing: -- Bluesky: @aychpodcast.bsky.social -- Instagram: @aychpodcast -- TikTok: @aychpodcast -- Twitch: AllYouCanHear Leave us some suggestions in our Suggestion Box as well! goo.gl/forms/AHetCWQ2m7tHDigg1

Science Fiction. Fantasy. Two great genres of film, that have given us some of the greatest heroes and villains of - well of all-time! Where does Just Another Friday Night stand on it all? Well your old pals Adamantium Adam & CM Chuck are here to tell you their favorites! Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Star Trek, Conan and more of all of your faves and ours. It's the season 11 kickoff! And tonight it's Just Another SATURDAY Night!!!

Pastor Dave invites us into the book of Habakkuk, exploring what it means to have "faithful doubt"—trusting God even when the world feels upside down. From Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" to the prophet's ancient cries of “How long, Lord?”, Pastor Dave reminds us that honest questions can grow seasoned faith. Like a cast iron pan refined by heat and oil, our faith is strengthened through life's trials and worshipful trust. Join us as we learn how to sing, wait, and believe—because God is still good, still sovereign, and still at work in times like these.

This week, we reduce our question pile by answering three of your questions that aren't quite involved enough to warrant a full podcast episode; one on favourite games and game styles, one on cons, and one on the state of the industry. We also share thoughts on How to Save a World from Burnt Island Games and do full reviews of both Slanguage from Foxmind and The Lord of the Rings the Fellowship of the Ring Trick Taking Game from Office Dog. Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 288, was recorded on November 5th, 2025. We usually try to record Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep288/ Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers. (00:00:00) CHECK-IN (00:02:04) Announcements (00:04:02) Ask the Bellhop - We Answer Three Questions The Bellhop's Tabletop - What we've been playing (00:40:17) The Game Room - Slanguage Buy Slanguage https://amzn.to/4p4kYNj Visit the FoxMind Amazon Storefront https://amzn.to/43kRuSO Our other party game reviews: https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=party%20game (00:51:40) The Game Room - The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring – Trick-Taking Game Pick up The Fellowship of the Ring Trick-Taking Game https://amzn.to/4hS7Bxc Check out the Asmodee Amazon Storefront https://amzn.to/47unAxR Other Lord of the Rings games we've covered: https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=lord%20of%20the%20rings (01:08:32) Closing the Doors TIP THE BELLHOP: Get bonus content by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/tabletopbellhop Shop Tabletop Bellhop merch https://tabletopbellhop.com/merch Buy us a coffee https://ko-fi.com/tabletopbellhop FIND US: Webpage: https://tabletopbellhop.com Discord: https://discord.tabletopbellhop.com Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopbellhop.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabletopbellhop/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tabletopbellhop/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopbellhop Twitch: https://twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Benjamin Wainwright (Belgravia: The Next Chapter, Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim) joins Son of a Binge host Reshma Gopaldas to talk murder, mayhem, and Maigret. Wainwright takes on the iconic inspector role, in PBS Masterpiece's new Maigret series. Based on the book series by George Simenon novels about Parisian Chief Inspector Jules Maigret, this is the first modern day adaptation of the books.Wainwright talks all about playing the eerily calm detective who empathizes with the criminals as much as he does with the victims. From the unlit smokeless pipe he carries around, to why he thinks this murder show is a like a "warm bath." He's not wrong!Maigret is airing now on PBS Masterpiece. The season finale of the 6-episode murder mystery series airs on Sunday, November 9.Maigret also stars Stefanie Martini (The Gold, Last Kingdom, Emerald City) stars as Madame Louise Maigret. Blake Harrison (World on Fire, I Hate Suzie Too), Reda Elazouar (Sex Education, Pirates), Kerrie Hayes (The Responder, Criminal Record), Shaniqua Okwok (The Flatshare, It's a Sin) and Rob Kazinsky (Star Trek: Section 31, Eastenders) make up the “Les Maigrets,” Maigret's loyal team of detectives, with Nathalie Armin (Showtrial, Juice) as Prosecutor Mathilde Kernavel.Son of a Binge production credits:Hosted by: Reshma Gopaldas (TW: @reshingbull, IG @reshmago)Artwork by: Laura Valencia (IG @iamlauravalencia)Music by: Kevin Calaba (IG @airlandsmusic)Send us a text, let us know what shows and guests you want us to cover.

On 9th February 1981 a novel was published that would reinigerate historical fiction, begin a series that would sell millions of copies, and inspire a certain Sheffield born actor to take on a role that would lead him to Hollywood as a Bond villain and the star of Lord of the Rings. Sharpe's Eagle was that novel, and Sean Bean the actor. There is a new Sharpe out, Sharpe's Storm, set in late 1813 during the British invasion of southwest France. Today I have the great pleasure of speaking with Bernard Cornwell in a wide-ranging chat which starts off with my mention of his publisher, Susan Watt who very sadly died recently. Episode Links Sharpe's Storm Ollie Links Email me: History@aspectsofhistory.com Ollie on Twitter / X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter Jackson convinced Hollywood to fund three epic films at once, then filmed them back-to-back in New Zealand. Madness, and it changed cinema. John, Westy, and Matt journey to Middle-earth to explore how a low-budget horror director made the impossible: a fantasy epic that satisfied Tolkien purists and mainstream audiences. From the epic production, through groundbreaking innovations to an actor's fear of flying (hence all that walking), we're telling the story behind the film that launched a thousand memes, with some big opinions and laughs as we go. After second breakfast of course.Telling the story of Hollywood, one film at a time.Connect with ATRM: To support what we do, access our archive and listen to exclusive episodes, become an ATRM patron:Listen on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter/X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ATRightMovies⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@allthe_rightmovies ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@allthe_rightmovies⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our movie group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@alltherightmovies.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@alltherightmovies⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alltherightmovies.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

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The government is no longer soley focued on attracting Blockbuster films like the Lord of the Rings and Avatar to these shores, it's now hoping to give the industry a boost by offering incentives to smaller productions, too. Finance Minister Nicola Willis announced today it's expanding eligibility for the International Screen Production Rebate scheme to allow smaller budget productions and digital effects only projects to benefit from the rebate. One actor says the changes couldn't comes soon enough. Kim Baker Wilson reports.

In this episode, we welcome Jon Root to the studio. He is an independent content creator, writer, and speaker who covers faith, sports and culture. In this interview, we discuss his time working at TPUSA, if he thinks TPUSA will continue to be relevant into the future, his direct experience dealing with Candace Owens, why he thinks we should “mark and avoid” Mark Driscoll and Ravi Zacharias, his defense of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, and much more. Let's get into it… Episode notes and links HERE. Donate to support our mission of equipping men to push back darkness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Fanelli joins us on the Dump Truck as we discuss what an old musical is, who the realest is, whether or not blackjack is an adult activity, and we recast Lord of the Rings with the Muppets!Call into the Dump Truck at (707)EXIT-FLUSupport us directly and get new episodes ad-free by signing up for Giant Bomb Premium at https://www.giantbomb.com/join

Sean Astin has spent most of his life in front of the camera starring in beloved films like The Goonies, Rudy, and The Lord of the Rings — and behind the scenes as a committed advocate for SAG-AFTRA and its members. Now he's leading our union as its newly elected president. In Part 1 of this 2-part conversation with SAG-AFTRA National Executive Director and Chief Negotiator, Duncan Crabtree-Ireland, Sean talks about what this moment means to him, how his mother Patty Duke's presidency shaped him, and why he sees this role as "identity shaping." He also shares his vision for the next chapter of the union, including a deep focus on health and pension plans, A.I., and modernizing the member experience. *The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of their organization or SAG-AFTRA. Any mention of products or services does not imply endorsement.

We are going on an adventure! Love The Lord of the Rings? Why not read along with us as we consider the books from the writer's point of view! Taking it chapter by chapter, novelist Julia Golding will reveal new details that you might not have noticed and techniques that will only go to increase your pleasure in future re-readings of our favourite novel. Julia also brings her expert knowledge of life in Oxford and English culture to explain some points that might have passed you by.(00:05) LOTR Two Towers Riddles and Laughter(17:14) The Reawakening of Gandalf(21:45) Gandalf's Cryptic Wisdom and Laughter(36:54) Gandalf's Return and Shadowfax's Arrival(45:12) MythMakers Podcast Advertising and PromotionFor more information on the Oxford Centre for Fantasy, our writing courses, and to check out our awesome social media content visit: Website: https://centre4fantasy.com/website Instagram: https://centre4fantasy.com/Instagram Facebook: https://centre4fantasy.com/Facebook TikTok: https://centre4fantasy.com/tiktok

Exploration of the chapter "Fire and Water" from JRR Tolkien's "The Hobbit." From the symbolism of fire and water to the discovery of Bard the Bowman, this episode promises to be a journey filled with insight and revelation.Save 15% at uncommongoods.com/lotrpodShare this episode using this link:ringspodcast.com/239Who are you?Please tell me a little about you: ringspodcast.com/surveyWander Farther: A Free Reading GuideDownload my FREE guide for reading Tolkien's Silmarillion: https://ringspodcast.kit.com/a982347493Want to sponsor the Lore of the Rings?Sponsor rates, details, and inquires hereSupport Lore of the Rings with a donationAbout the Lore of the Rings PodcastContact the show, donate, and find past episodes: ringspodcast.comEmbark on an immersive journey through the captivating realms of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, where the epic sagas of the Lord of the Rings, the Hobbit, the Silmarillion, and Unfinished Tales, and more come to life. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of Tolkien's masterful storytelling, drawing intriguing comparisons between his literary works and the cinematic adaptations crafted by Peter Jackson. Be at the forefront of the latest developments as we explore the highly anticipated Rings of Power series from Amazon. Prepare to be enthralled as we uncover hidden connections, untold tales, and delve into the depths of Middle-earth lore. Tune in now and become part of our fellowship on this extraordinary journey!This podcast is not affiliated with the Tolkien Estate.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lotrpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Our exit today has us looking at the impact of hip hop artists on film. This week, we are talking about two films that star rappers turned actors. First, we are going to talk about How High, written by Dustin Lee Abraham and directed by Jesse Dylan. Then, we will talk about Kingdom Come, written by David Dean Bottrell and Jessie Jones and directed by Doug McHenry. And by the end of the episode, one of us forgets what this episode is even about!Along the way, we of course discuss rap music and rappers in movies. But we also touch on Tyler Perry, stoner comedies, Legally Blonde, stage plays turned movies, chicken buckets, Dreamgirls, funerals, Lord of the Rings, Christmas movies, and Bob Dylan.And Tripp's favorite line from Runaway Bride comes back again when we discuss Hector Elizondo!Thememusic by Jonworthymusic.Powered by RiversideFM.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF Films⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Ross and friends.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies We've Covered on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies Recommended on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.

Jen and Sarah are joined by Alexis Gentry of Trashwire to review ‘Lord of the Rings: Return of the King.' They discuss the fantastic writing and pacing, the unique characters that you want to root for, and how this film still looks great and resonates today. Shownotes: Spoilers (~20:36) For more from Alexis, check out trashwire.com and follow on TikTok, YouTube, and Letterboxd @trashwire. Connect with Alexis on Instagram @alexisgentry. Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at moviesanduspod@gmail.com. Check out andusmedia.co for the latest on Movies & Us and TV & Us. And subscribe to Movies & Us on YouTube for full video episodes and more. Join the & Us Living Room for early access to ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus content, and more!

Ever wondered what happens when you cross a high-fantasy campaign setting, a Louisiana bayou, and a magical eel with moonshine for blood? The RPGBOT crew found out the hard way when they sat down with Drew Foulke, the founder of Norse Foundry and Hexed Publishing, to talk about his new system-agnostic roleplaying world: Titanskeep. It's a world where gods and titans feud like divorced parents with cosmic custody issues, and adventurers are just trying to survive long enough to figure out whether the lich-titan is actually the good guy. Join the RPGBOT Patreon Want to hear episodes like this ad-free and before anyone else? Join the RPGBOT Patreon today. Get early access to recordings, bonus discussions, and the chance to listen live as Tyler, Randall, and Ash interview RPG creators like Drew Foulke, Keith Baker, and more. Your support helps keep the dice rolling (and the Billy Eels wiggling). Show Notes In this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, hosts Randall James, Tyler Kamstra, and Ash Ely sit down with Drew Foulke, founder of Norse Foundry and Hexed Publishing, to explore the upcoming Titanskeep campaign setting — a high-fantasy, system-agnostic world designed for Dungeons & Dragons (5e/2024), Pathfinder 2e, and beyond. Titanskeep, set in the living world of Kalidor, pits gods against titans in a divine power struggle that reshapes the world's fate. Players can join guilds, align with deities, or swear loyalty to mighty titans — and every choice changes the ongoing narrative. Built to support convention-based raid events, local game store play, and ongoing modular releases, Titanskeep promises a living campaign ecosystem that evolves through player decisions. Drew discusses Hexed Publishing's approach to system-agnostic design, collaboration with industry legends like Ed Greenwood, Keith Baker, B. Dave Walters, and Deven Rue, and his goal of producing a constantly supported RPG world rather than a one-and-done campaign book. Tyler shares his own experience designing monsters for the Houdan region, a New Orleans-meets-Venice bayou crawling with illusion-magic, giant bugs, and the now-legendary Billy Eel — complete with random mutations and "moonshine in its veins." Throughout the conversation, the hosts and Drew dive into: The challenge of creating a 5e and Pathfinder 2e compatible RPG setting. The use of guild systems, living world events, and player-driven raids. The design philosophy of Norse Foundry: making dice and props that players actually use. The plan for Titanskeep's Kickstarter (October 2026), free Patreon content, and playtesting rewards. The future of Hexed Publishing, from Gazetteers to modular adventure paths, and how community playtesting shapes their development. Key Takeaways System-Agnostic Design: Titanskeep bridges 5e, 2024 D&D, and Pathfinder 2e, with future support for systems like Daggerheart, Savage Worlds, and Fate. High Fantasy, Low Tech: Magic drives Titanskeep's world; technology exists only where titans allow it. Living World Structure: Players influence world events through guilds, deities, and Titan allegiance — shaping global outcomes. Convention Integration: The setting includes a raid-style convention system, where multiple tables impact shared encounters and titanic battles. Collaborative Worldbuilding: Drew enlisted industry veterans like Ed Greenwood, Keith Baker, B. Dave Walters, Jay Foster, Deven Rue, and Crystal Sully. Player Rewards: Free adventures, Patreon-exclusive ancestries, and physical props (like keys, pins, and holy symbols) connect the digital world to your table. The Billy Eel Legacy: A chaotic creature from the Houdan region, proof that player imagination and worldbuilding can get delightfully weird. Ongoing Support: Titanskeep isn't a single book — it's a long-term evolving campaign world with modules, Gazetteers, and live play updates. Community-Driven Playtesting: Players providing feedback can win $50 Norse Foundry gift cards. Kickstarter 2026: The official launch of Titanskeep will include free metal D20s for backers from the Patreon or newsletter list. Explore Titanskeep & Norse Foundry Ready to step into a world where gods and titans wage endless war — and you might just become one? Visit Titanskeep.com and join the Patreon at patreon.com/HextRPG for free playtest content, ancestries, and adventures. Check out Norse Foundry for premium metal dice, RPG accessories, and updates on upcoming Titanskeep Kickstarter 2026 releases. Support the creators, roll some legendary dice, and remember — if your eel starts sweating moonshine, maybe it's time to roll for Constitution. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. 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Exploration of the chapter "Fire and Water" from JRR Tolkien's "The Hobbit." From the symbolism of fire and water to the discovery of Bard the Bowman, this episode promises to be a journey filled with insight and revelation.Save 15% at uncommongoods.com/lotrpodShare this episode using this link:ringspodcast.com/239Who are you?Please tell me a little about you: ringspodcast.com/surveyWander Farther: A Free Reading GuideDownload my FREE guide for reading Tolkien's Silmarillion: https://ringspodcast.kit.com/a982347493Want to sponsor the Lore of the Rings?Sponsor rates, details, and inquires hereSupport Lore of the Rings with a donationAbout the Lore of the Rings PodcastContact the show, donate, and find past episodes: ringspodcast.comEmbark on an immersive journey through the captivating realms of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, where the epic sagas of the Lord of the Rings, the Hobbit, the Silmarillion, and Unfinished Tales, and more come to life. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of Tolkien's masterful storytelling, drawing intriguing comparisons between his literary works and the cinematic adaptations crafted by Peter Jackson. Be at the forefront of the latest developments as we explore the highly anticipated Rings of Power series from Amazon. Prepare to be enthralled as we uncover hidden connections, untold tales, and delve into the depths of Middle-earth lore. Tune in now and become part of our fellowship on this extraordinary journey!This podcast is not affiliated with the Tolkien Estate.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/lotrpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If the title wasn't a dead giveaway, we are getting a fourth Mummy movie! And Brendan is back! Sony may be finally copying Xbox when it comes to cross buying games. The Call of Duty movie gets a director and a writer and the Nintendo Switch 2 continues to do numbers. Plus Godzilla minus 1 is getting a sequel! That and a whole lot more, come take a listen!

Because that's the way the Superman crumbles. Welcome back to This Month in Superman—the show where we break down the best Superman comics on the stands and tell you what actually cooks.This episode: • Superman #31 (Joshua Williamson, art by Eddy Barrows & Eber Ferreira) — a DCKO tie-in that adds character and lore (Apokolips “heart,” Superboy-Prime's meta sting, strong Lois Lane beats at the Fortress). • Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum #3 (DC Black Label, by the Ice Cream Man team W. Maxwell Prince, Martín Morazzo, Chris O'Halloran) — Superman de-aged, Shazam team-up, Toyman & Doctor Sivana hijinks, big Batman/Superman trust moment, Silver-Age whimsy with modern heart. • DC K.O. #1 (Scott Snyder & co.) — a surprise: hopeful Superman thrown into a tournament built to crown King Alpha against Darkseid's King Omega. Wild roster choices, Booster Gold revelations, and the question: Who can actually beat Darkseid?We also talk the James Gunn Superman DNA quietly seeping into current books, Lois & Clark as the ultimate co-op, and why Spectrum reads like “All-Star energy meets Black Label weirdness.”Chapters:00:00 Cold Open – Why these 3 issues cook00:42 Frank's Pick: Superman #31 (DCKO tie-in that matters)05:28 Lois at the Fortress — reporting vs. Jor-El's program07:53 Tim's Pick: Kryptonite Spectrum #3 (kid Clark, Shazam, Toyman/Sivana)10:18 Batman's “my best guess” — trust/tactics12:45 Black Label primer & Ice Cream Man shout14:33 Vactor's Pick: DC K.O. #1 (hope vs. King Omega Darkseid)18:35 Can anyone out-scale Darkseid's power?22:30 Roster talk: Super-Family, Jaro/Starro, Barda, Lobo, Swamp Thing28:03 Booster Gold twist & where this could go31:20 Scott Snyder's craft pod/Substack (behind-the-scenes)33:50 Beer With Geeks plug + Frank's Beatles TikTok35:26 Wrap — October's must-reads & what's nextListen next / support• ‪@BeerwithGeeks‬ (Tim & Frank): great geek talk on Trek, Star Wars, LOTR, more.• Frank on TikTok —   / frankramblings   elite Beatles micro-docs.• Subscribe for monthly Superman breakdowns + Super-Family highlights.New Comic Book Releases:Oct 1 -Absolute Superman #12Adventures of Superman – The Book of El #2Oct 8 -SUPERMAN: THE KRYPTONITE SPECTRUM #3DC K.O. #1Oct 15 - BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #44Oct 22 - SUPERMAN #31SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #6 JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #12Oct 29 -ACTION COMICS #1091Superman Red & Blue 2025 Special #1Honorable mentions:SUPERGIRL #6KRYPTO: THE LAST DOG OF KRYPTON #5JUSTICE LEAGUE VS. GODZILLA VS. KONG 2 #5BATMAN: GOTHAM BY GASLIGHT – A LEAGUE FOR JUSTICE #4JUSTICE LEAGUE RED #3NEW HISTORY OF THE DC UNIVERSE #4Titans #28Flash #26

We wanted to cover a couple in the fantasy world…but that's tricky to do when our podcast is only about real-life couples! Thankfully, there is a beautiful love story behind the creator of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit: the story of J.R.R. Tolkien and Edith Bratt. Tolkien and Edith's love story began as star-crossed lovers, and their separation inspired Tolkien to write the story of Beren and Lúthien (and later Aragorn and Arwen). After years apart, they reunited, and endured Tolkien's enlistment in World War I, which he miraculously survived.  Throughout their marriage, Tolkien scribbled away at his ‘fairy languages' and Middle Earth tales in any free time he found. But who was Edith Tolkien? The world knows little about her, and she makes few appearances in biographies about him. But surely that doesn't mean Tolkien cared more for elves and hanging with C.S. Lewis? ***** This is a teaser for a bonus episode— the full episode is 1 hour 49 minutes long! You can listen to it in full ⁠on Patreon⁠. About Significant LoversSignificant Lovers is a true-love podcast exploring couples throughout history and pop culture, hosted by cousins Kelly, Melissa, and Kaitlyn. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @significantlovers, listen on YouTube, and contact us at significantlovers@gmail.com.Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for ‘fair use' for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

This month, Jude and Stef have the pleasure of interviewing Tolkien educator, influencer and now biographer Don Marshall about his new book, “J.R.R. Tolkien: The Father of Modern Fantasy” which will be published on November 25, 2025, by Adams Media, an imprint of Simon & Schuster. We chat with Don about how the book came about, the challenges and delights of the writing process, and the surprises Don found along the way. Thanks for joining us again on Athrabeth, Don!  Citations: Thank you to our special guest Don Marshall! You can find links to Don's social media below:https://beacons.ai/donmarshall72  J.R.R. Tolkien: The Father of Modern Fantasy by Don Marshall will be published on November 25, 2025, by Adam's Media, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, in both book and audiobook format!Find your copy at the link below:https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/J-R-R-Tolkien/Don-Marshall/Pocket-Portraits/9781668135440

Nadja Nikko is a prop maker who dreamed of making props for the film industry and she's made her dream come true! After being inspired by the prop makers from the Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones and Harry Potter series, she's now making props for lots of productions, including Hollywood films. Nadja regularly shares behind-the-scenes insights into the world of prop making, techniques and materials, tutorials, creative tips, and personal stories from working in the film industry around the world. She says it's not just the craft of prop making she loves, it's the creative journey. On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Nadja about what fuels her passion for making props, the types of projects that get her creative energy flowing, and why she believes that anything is possible.Say hi to Nadja:  Instagram - @nadjanikko  TikTok - @nadjanikko  YouTube - @NadjaNikko ----Creative Pulse Podcast socials:  Instagram: creativepulsepodcastMusic credit: https://www.purple-planet.com

Often presumptuous, sometimes impertinent, but rarely both: The Man of the West continues his look at the beef between Tolkien and the Swedish translator of The Lord of the Rings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are finally done talking about Sex and the City!We conclude our discussion with an examination of Miranda and Charlotte as foils of one another, and through the lens of archetypes rather than fully developed characters, branching off from our talk last episode about the theory of the three other women as facets of Carrie.This leads to the most interesting part of the entire series, where we delve into the classic four-character-group dynamic, with the archetypes of Patriarch, Matriarch, Craftsman, and Clown. We spend way too much time (probably) talking about famous groups of four characters and how they fit in to these archetypes, leading with Sex and the City, The Golden Girls, and the March sisters from Little Women. We found the pattern fits for the Beatles, the Plastics from Mean Girls, the Hobbits from The Lord of the Rings, and many more...Further Reading:Arrested Development creator Mitchell Hurwitz talks about the archetypes and the Bluth siblingsBuzzfeed breaks down a bunch of four-character groupsBuzzfeed also highlights how Miranda was always the worst

This episode we talk about J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, Vol. 1 for the SNES, as well as all the latest Retro Gaming news.--To get your very own ad free RSS feed to use in the podcatcher of your choice and early access to all extra monthly content: www.patreon.com/nerdcaveretro –Leave us a voice message at voicecast.app/ncr–Email us at nerdcaveretro@gmail.com--www.nerdcaveretro.com --Check out our merch: www.ncrmerch.com –Follow us on all social media platforms: @nerdcaveretro, @Derek_Diamond @JayFunktastic--Use our code "NCR" at checkout at www.brezcoffeeco.com for 10% off your order! -- To watch the archived videos or join in Live every Monday at 6 pm central: www.youtube.com/@jayfunktastic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the end of Part 2 and Satan comes to Earth! Unfortunately it ends up being not super exciting. We discuss how great Luke Cook is, the unused potential of the trickster devil, Nicks betrayal and redemption and Lilith's upgrade. We also talk about the Lord of the Rings.We won't have a new episode next week but we'll be back in two weeks with the first two episodes of Riverdale season 4!Our amazing cover art is by vedrinic and you can follow them at https://vedrinic.tumblr.comEpisode 40 content warnings: religion, witchcraft, misogyny, patriarchy, sexual assault, domestic abuse, Catholicism, Satanic worshipTheme song: "Spellcraft" by Geoff HarveyGeoff Harvey - PixabayFollow us on bluesky @dead-ends.bsky.socialSend your podcast or show questions to our inbox at deadendspcast@gmail.com.Find all of Emily's links here: https://linktr.ee/emilypyleFind all of Brenton's here: https://linktr.ee/brentonpyle

99 Cent Rental returns after our October break with a listener request. Since we just did Don Coscarelli's 1979 debut, Phantasm, a movie made on tiny, sub-500k budget, we thought it made a lot of sense to see what happens when you break through and Hollywood heaps cash on you to make a proper movie. The result is... very Coscarelli-ish. There's no question whatsoever that Don is well-read on matters of fantasy and science fiction and these being the days before Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings movies mandated that all fantasy features be epic, high-fantasy blow-outs, Coscarelli reaches back into the pool of gritty sword and sorcery for something as characteristically weird as you'd expect from authors like Poul Anderson, Fritz Lieber, and Robert E. Howard. Is it good, though? Well...The story concerns the hunky, flaxen-haired Dar, the last of his people, who sets out across a dusty landscape seeking vengeance on Maax, the head of a wicked cult in the city of Aruk who will be killed by the son of King Zed. By some unexplainable power, Dar can speak to animals and forms a party of two ferrets, a tiger, and a hawk to have his revenge. Starring Marc Singer, Tanya Roberts, and Rip Torn, The Beastmaster lands heavily in the middle of the 1982 surge of fantasy movies that brought us Conan The Barbarian and managed to carve out a sweet cult of fans in spite of its tepid box office performance.Join the Bring Me The Axe Discord: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/snkxuxzJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Bring Me The Axe! on Patreon:⁠https://patreon.com/bringmetheaxepod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Bring Me The Axe merch here:⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/bring-me-the-axe-podcast/⁠⁠

Meanwhile... You won't believe what Kourtney Kardashian wants you to do with her new lollipop line, Elijah Wood shocked guests at a "Lord of the Rings"-themed wedding in New Zealand, a man was busted after stealing over $5,000 worth of Labubus, and scientists are warning that humanity should destroy A.I. before it's too late. And science-loving late night host Stephen Colbert brings you all the latest science news in his science-focused segment, "The Sound of Science." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Year Old Supervillain: 15 year old kid has 111 arrests already. How does he stack up to the butt sniffing bandit?! Kyle Pallo: Notorious Theme Park Dumb Shit travels to New York to give us the REAL lowdown on the CITY THAT NEVER SLEEPS. Wicked Night: It's Wicked night and Andy is still on Dancing With The Stars! Did he make it through? THE BEAR!, FUCK YOU, WATCH THIS!, NICK CAVE!, RED RIGHT HAND!, WOKE CULTURE!, CAPTAIN HOOK!, HARD ARRRRR!, SPIN THAT WHEEL!, OWN A CAT!, LVL UP EXPO!, GIVEAWAY!, 4 PASS GIVEAWAYS!, MAX MURDER!, JESS MERRIWEATHER!, JOHNNY K!, GOTTA WALK AWAY!, GOBLIN GHOUL LOG!, HALLOWEEN MASKS!, RING CAMERA!, SPOOKY!, CREEPY!, AT YOUR DOOR!, LESS SPOOKY!, JENNY PETITION!, 111 ARRESTS!, 15 YEAR OLD!, BUTT SNIFFING BANDIT!, MULTIPLE ARRESTS!, REPEAT OFFENDERS!, CHANGE!, BILBO!, LORD OF THE RINGS!, BILBO BLACKINS!, CLEAN SLATE!, 18!, KYLE PALLO!, NEW YORK CITY!, EMPIRE STATE BUILDING!, TALL!, PIZZA!, BAGELS!, CRINGE!, LINES!, COMPLAINING!, NO CLUE!, RESEARCH!, BACON!, SAUSAGE!, THEME PARK!, BUS!, 9/11!, NEVER FORGET!, EMOTIONAL!, PIZZA HUT!, DOMINOS!, HEATED!, FOOD WARS!, AVENGERS!, GRAND CENTRAL!, MET LIFE!, UNC!, ARIANA GRANDE!, SWAP RACES!, ASIAN!, DEFYING GRAVITY!, CHEATING!, JOHN M. CHU!, GUEST JUDGE!, ANDY!, IMPROVEMENT!, LOWEST SCORES!, PARENT TRAP!, HALLOWEEN NIGHT!, HAIR TRANSPLANT!, VLOG!, SWOLLEN HEAD!  You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

What will be OpenAI's IPO price? Place ya bets! | EXXX*Polymarket's sharps are already placing bets on when ChatGPT maker OpenAI will go public… and Jason and Alex want in on this action. They're placing side wagers on how the House that Sam Altman built will be valued once it finally goes public.PLUS find out why Amazon is Jason's stock pick for the next five years… Why startups are starting to release their own foundation models, and what this means for major players like OpenAI and Anthropic… AND Producer Oliver stops by with an in-depth look at the music-generating Suno app.Friday shows don't get any bigger than this.Register for Founder University's Japan Kickoff!https://luma.com/cm0x90mkToday's show:*Timestamps:(0:00): Jason doesn't trust Sam Altman... Stay tuned!(2:24) Jason's been using Tesla FSD's “Mad Max” Mode and it's a SPICY ride!(8:54) Jason and Alex checked out Higgsfield's new Face Swap tool… Jason thinks this will revolutionize the movie casting process(10:39) LinkedIn Ads: Start converting your B2B audience into high quality leads today. Launch your first campaign and get $250 FREE when you spend at least $250. Go to http://linkedin.com/thisweekinstartups to claim your credit.(14:03) Here's what Jason thinks: there are acceptable uses of Higgsfield's tech but some are OVER THE LINE(17:23) Here's why Jason says the music industry deals with startups like the Mafia(19:59) Northwest Registered Agent - Form your entire business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Get more privacy, more options, and more done—visit https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/twist today!(21:02) Producer Oliver has been playing around with AI music app Suno… here's a live demo(22:47) We're using Suno to make a Dire Straits song about JCal!(30:11) PaperOS - Whether you're raising a round, launching a fund, or managing a venture portfolio, PaperOS can unlock simplicity and scale across your empire of capital, contracts, and companies. Claim your $10,000 credit at https://paperos.com/twist(39:42) IT'S EARNINGS WEEK! What Jason and Alex make of the fresh numbers from Amazon, MSFT, and Alphabet(40:58) Jason's checking out his Grokipedia page… could this be the internet's new go-to resource?(45:15) Why Amazon is Jason's pick of THE stock for the next 5 years(46:42) Three startups made their own AI models! Is the era of paying big co's for their LLMs coming to an end?(50:09) Jason's warning for anyone “dumb enough” to use OpenAI's API… they are studying you!(57:16) It's a new Jason-Alex bet… What will OpenAI's IPO price be?(59:35) What happened with Navan's IPO? Jason and Alex dig into the numbers.(1:07:37) Why Jason compares some later investors to Wormtongue from “Lord of the Rings”

Dave and Chuck the Freak talk about a video of drive-thru worker sucking someone’s toes, are Halloween decorations too scary?, what’s something you find scary that other people don’t?, Hurricane Melissa, copycat criminals using same tactics as Louvre thieves, missing toddler and dog found together, World Series, ChatGPT predictions for future World Series, 80-year-old ref, teacher who looks like Kevin James, Elijah Wood surprises couple having Lord Of The Rings themed wedding, Friday the 13th themed Peloton, Billie Eilish didn’t want Birds Of A Feather on album, first ever Nirvana single to be played on radio up for auction, group of nudists arrested at wrong beach, update on Detroit cop with no pants on Zoom call, teen pulled over super speeding blames mom, homeowner finds burglar at table, pop up urinal crushes man to death, woman knocked unconscious by duck on roller coaster, what’s the red flag you ignored because they were hot?, guy set Halloween display on fire, pet monkey got away from owner at Spirit Halloween store, oil in engine scam, old guy lost money to scammer, dog saved by cop, Outback closes locations, and more!

Steve presents a learned treatise on heavy metal songs about Lord of the Rings and other works by J.R.R. Tolkien, just in time for Halloween.

Worksheet: “Hero's Journey Addiction Recovery Worksheet”In this episode of "The Addicted Mind," Duane and Eric Osterlind explore the concept of the hero's journey and how it applies to addiction recovery. Drawing from Joseph Campbell's work on mythology, they discuss the three phases of the hero's journey—departure, initiation, and return—and how these stages can provide a roadmap for personal transformation. By seeing recovery through the lens of a hero's journey, individuals can gain a new perspective and find hope in their path to sobriety. Join us as we delve into the powerful parallels between classic stories like "Lord of the Rings" and the journey to overcoming addiction.Key Topics- The hero's journey framework by Joseph Campbell.- Applying the hero's journey to addiction recovery.- The three phases: Departure, Initiation, and Return.- The significance of storytelling in personal transformation.- Creating a new narrative to support recovery.Timestamps1. [00:01:04] - Introduction to the hero's journey and its relevance to recovery.2. [00:02:00] - History and significance of Joseph Campbell's work.3. [00:04:26] - The departure phase: Recognizing the need for change.4. [00:06:31] - The initiation phase: Facing challenges and finding support.5. [00:08:50] - The return phase: Embracing a new identity and sharing gifts.6. [00:10:09] - Applying the hero's journey repeatedly in life.7. [00:11:22] - Community support.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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