Podcasts about The Lord of the Rings

Download MP3 | Watch Video Episode Full Timestamps: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRRfVGTsj0bL0cIOqDKYBjaw1ss9QvfjaAKebJggp7xDA2uKbAWAcZEVXE__DFf20Eqi8T8AAzNgxLM/pub Announcement: A Tour Of The FGC Retirement Home Mina The Hollower First Impressions! The Ingrid Discourse Real Kojimologists Knew He'd Choose AI, But The Pope Has Spoken State of Play June 2026 Recap Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CastleSuperBeastArchive Reggie In The Lab Limited-time Plushie only available this month! https://www.makeship.com/products/reggie-in-the-lab-plushie - Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/SUPERBEAST - Go to http://buyraycon.com/superbeastOPEN to get 15% off - Take control of your income. Start selling for $1/month at http://shopify.com/superbeast  Docket: State of Play 2026: Wolverine Tokon Rayman Bancho the chef Kemuri - unseen ikumi nakamura Tomb raider legacy of atlantis Lost wild Phantom blade 0 Dune awakening Dynasty warriors 3 remastered No rest for the Wicked Onimusha Way of the Sword Townfall AC8 wings of theve, AC0 the belkan war Stuntman hollywood Ill (phantom pain intro kept going) Control resonant Marathon Runescape dragonwilds Gitaroo man Psyops Onimusha dod Until dawn 2 GoW laufey   Yujirio Hanma in Tekken Tekken 8 director Kohei Ikeda leaves Bandai Namco just months after Katsuhiro Harada's exit. Micheal Murray and Yasuki Yasuda remain. Harada_TEKKEN: I finally made it to WAFFLE HOUSE. ︀︀The staff are always friendly, and when I asked if they would sell me a menu, they sold me one for $5. ︀︀Next time, I'll be back at 3 a.m. for fight time. Tekken 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 all happen within one year. ︀︀There were six months between Tekken 7 and 8, and two months between 4 and 5. That leaves only four months for Tekken 6 and 7.  ︀︀Destiny 2: Every End is a New Beginning Pope calling a holy crusade on AI: "No algorithm can make war morally acceptable,"  Microsoft shuts down Xbox Copilot AI plans Microsoft reports are exposing AI's real cost problem: Using the tech is more expensive than paying human employees Ingrid released in SF6 Kojima is doing AI stuff "Your Heroes Will Always Let You Down" Yuji Naka wanted to call Billy Hatcher Big Cock  Senna Reveal for 2XKO Virtua Fighter 6 leak trailer Embracer Group will spin-off "Fellowship Entertainment" into new company. IPs under the group include Darksiders, Dead Island, Kingdom Come Deliverance, Metro, Remnant, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, Tomb Raider, and many more. BoardGameGeek fires veteran advertising manager for rejecting campaign due to firsthand experiences of demonic possession Quantic Dream has discontinued development of Spellcasters Chronicles. Servers shut down on June 19th. Purchases during early access are eligible for full refund upon request. This was a 3v3 free-to-play game that released in Feb 2026 Your guide to the inaugural 'Steroid Olympics' Star Fox — Overview Trailer — Nintendo Switch 2  

The gang is back! This week on Five's a Crowd, I am sharing the wild story of my recent anniversary cruise to Cozumel with Jess. What was supposed to be a relaxing Western Caribbean getaway turned completely chaotic when a medical emergency forced our massive ship to turn around—and exposed a blatant lie about a secret helipad. We also dive into the terrifying feeling of a mega-cruise losing power in the pitch-black ocean, the infamous 2013 "poop cruise" disaster, and the wild reality of K-Pop's global dominance.Thank you for being part of this crowd!You've got burning questions, we've got answers! Call or Text us for the worst advice imaginable, and we may feature it on an upcoming podcast! ** 801-513-3373 **00:00 - Start!01:32 - The Royal Caribbean getaway02:16 - The crazy cost of an Alaskan cruise04:22 - Carnival vs. Royal Caribbean class divide07:31 - Disconnecting from cell service at sea08:29 - Karaoke night and singing Cardi B12:50 - The power goes out in the middle of the ocean17:26 - The infamous 2013 Carnival "Poop Cruise" disaster21:24 - Costa Concordia and floating city nightmares26:02 - The massive scale and buoyancy of cruise ships28:05 - The Icon of the Seas is an absolute monster30:00 - The terrifying black abyss of the deep ocean31:33 - Snorkeling with sharks and barracudas in Cozumel39:49 - Selling the timeshare property42:12 - Petty HOA revenge tactics and fake chickens46:09 - The hypocrisy of hunter safety ethics48:46 - Exploding wild hogs with Tannerite51:17 - Salt Lake Temple renovations and earthquake proofing56:01 - The 10-year coma dream nightmare01:00:58 - The massive BTS concert experience in Vegas01:07:20 - How the K-pop Army moves global markets01:11:59 - The Brokeback Mountain and Lord of the Rings joke01:14:45 - Wrap upReddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our Personal AccountsAustin - https://allmylinks.com/austinspomerCam - https://www.instagram.com/effinburch/Chris - https://www.instagram.com/thechrishummel/Tony - https://www.instagram.com/theonlytonyc/Zach - https://www.instagram.com/zvanbeekum/Hashtags#Podcast #CruiseDisaster #RoyalCaribbean #ComedyPodcast P.O. Box**Please no packages, letters only**Five's A Crowd Podcast1123 N Fairfield Rd #1373 Layton, UT 84041

This episode kicks off with a discussion about theatrical releases, social media, Point Break and The Fast and the Furious before your regularly scheduled programming of Movies We've Seen since last time (6:56), TV Talk (44:27), and Entertainment News/Upcoming Trailers and Stuff (1:03:56).  Then Patrick continues to share his gift by absolutely crushing this latest edition of What Year Did That Come Out Again? (1:22:56), trying his hand at stand-alone Star Wars Tomato Talk (1:25:30) and providing a Hidden Gem recommendation (1:28:31) before we lovingly sign off until next time.  Episode highlights include discussions about what we want out of a biopic, the appropriate way to watch horror if you don't like horror, Star Wars talk, the Cosm experience, our continued love for Brosnan's James Bond, the surprising amount of episodes of The Pitt, the problem with the Jack Ryan of today, how Andy Weir's thoughts about modern Star Trek mirror our own, the stupidity of circumstances surrounding the Egyptian theater in Hollywood, and our hopes for future Spielberg flicks.  All that, plus Kelly - on the record - calling Peter Jackson a bitch!  Our best wishes to Lord of the Rings super fan and talented funny-man, Stephen Colbert, and shout-out to long time listener and friend of the podcast, Chance, for his shocking television recommendation - Widow's Bay.

We begin our Lord of the Rings study with the beginning of Tolkien's world: the Ainulindalë, which tells of the making of Arda and the primordial fall of the devilish Melkor.After a presentation of the story, I briefly discuss the theology of Tolkien's world and its relationship with Tolkien's own Christianity.Watch the video of this episode and subscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/IEIDwrI0ksoBecome a patron of Mythic Mind at patreon.com/mythicmindListen to all THREE Mythic Mind podcasts:Mythic MindMythic Mind GamesMythic Mind Movies & Shows(or become a patron to get all three shows in one ad-free feed)Become a Tier 3 patron to access the entire Lord of the Rings study immediately..Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mythic-mind--5808321/support.

A warm welcome to another Middle Earth sleep story, where you are the main character. This track incorporates soft, soothing music, detailed sound effects and a perfect sleepy atmosphere towards the end. You start your adventure journeying back to The Shire, where upon arrival you have a dinner scheduled with old Bilbo Baggins. As you venture home, however, you notice a storm brewing, and move as quickly as you can to find shelter in The House Under The Hill, where a warm fire waits for you, where fresh hot food will be brought straight to your lap, and where a magical sleep will envelop you. *With the rise of AI generated content, I feel it appropriate to reassure you that I am a human creator, with a deep love of storytelling, meditation and sleep. I work on my own to bring you as many varied tracks as possible, and I hope you continue to enjoy my creations!* If you would like to enjoy ad-free content, exclusive sleep stories, live readings and more, then you can join our wonderful Patreon community here: https://www.patreon.com/sleepycatmeditations Writing, Voiceover & Edits property of © Sleepy Cat Meditations (est. 2020). All rights reserved. Music by Liborio Conti & Enlightened Audio (All Licenses & Permission granted)

Every villain thinks they're the hero of their own story. This episode proves that sometimes they're right, and that's what makes them dangerous. Joined by James D'Amato and Dillin Apelyan, we set out to discuss villain backstories and somehow end up creating a supernatural cat-themed criminal mastermind based on Tyler's cat Cora. The result is equal parts masterclass, therapy session, and cautionary tale about what happens when a cat gains both motivation and opposable thumbs. Show Notes This week we welcome James D'Amato and Dillin Apelyan from the One Shot Podcast Network to discuss the art of creating memorable tabletop RPG villains. Drawing from their new book, The Ultimate RPG Villain Backstory Guide, we explore how Game Masters can move beyond simple evil-for-the-sake-of-evil antagonists and build villains with goals, beliefs, flaws, and histories that make them feel alive. The conversation examines why great villains are often reflections of the heroes themselves. We discuss how similar experiences can lead one character toward heroism and another toward villainy, and why understanding a villain's motivations often makes them more frightening rather than more sympathetic. A villain does not need redemption to be compelling. Sometimes knowing exactly why they became terrible only makes their choices more horrifying. To demonstrate the process, the group builds a villain from scratch using exercises from the book. Starting with the simple premise of Tyler's attention-seeking cat, we gradually construct a complex antagonist with needs, ideology, grudges, and a worldview that justifies increasingly terrible behavior. The exercise highlights how quickly a few well-designed prompts can transform a joke character into someone players would genuinely remember. We also discuss villain archetypes, the value of supporting indie RPG creators, experiences within the broader tabletop community, and how character motivations can create richer stories at the table. By the end of the episode, listeners will have practical tools for creating antagonists who challenge players emotionally as well as mechanically. Key Takeaways Great villains are people first and villains second. The most memorable antagonists have understandable desires, fears, and motivations. Even when their actions are unforgivable, players should be able to understand how they arrived at those decisions. A villain does not need to be sympathetic to be interesting. Learning a villain's history is not about excusing their actions. In many cases, understanding their choices makes them even more terrifying because they knowingly embraced a destructive path. Villains become stronger when they reflect the heroes. Some of the best antagonists share experiences, values, or struggles with the protagonists. The difference is often how they responded to those challenges, creating powerful thematic contrasts. Motivation matters more than evil. Players engage more deeply with villains who are pursuing something meaningful to them rather than simply causing destruction. Goals, needs, and personal stakes create stronger stories than random cruelty. Villain archetypes are tools, not restrictions. The book's archetypes can be combined to create unique antagonists. Mixing traits from multiple archetypes allows Game Masters to build villains that feel distinct and unpredictable. Corruption is often more interesting than conquest. Some villains do not just want to win. They want to prove they are right by pulling others into their worldview, tempting heroes and bystanders to compromise their values along the way. The people around a villain matter. Followers, allies, rivals, and victims help define who a villain is. These relationships create story hooks, reveal personality traits, and show the broader impact of the villain's actions. Small details create memorable antagonists. A villain's habits, grudges, insecurities, and personal beliefs often leave a stronger impression than their grand plans. Players remember personalities more than stat blocks. Building villains can be surprisingly collaborative. The episode's running joke about Cora evolves into a fully realized antagonist because everyone contributes ideas and follows the logical consequences of those choices. Villain creation often works best as an iterative process. Every campaign can benefit from a villain who feels alive. Whether your antagonist is a dark lord, corrupt noble, cult leader, or attention-starved cat, giving them a believable history and motivation will make every encounter more meaningful. 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. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

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The Artificer is the only class in D&D where a player can confidently say, I have a solution for this, then spend forty-five minutes opening character sheets, checking infusions, reorganizing inventory, building a robot dog, enchanting a teapot, and accidentally inventing OSHA violations. Meanwhile the Barbarian solved the problem by hitting it with a chair twenty minutes ago. Show Notes This week we rolled up our sleeves, emptied the tool bag onto the workbench, and dove into one of D&D's most complicated and delightfully chaotic classes. The Artificer promises magic, gadgets, inventions, and endless customization, but it also comes with enough moving parts to make some Wizards nervous. We explored what makes the class tick, where it shines, and why it rewards players who enjoy fiddling with builds as much as actually playing them. The class is built around adaptability, magical crafting, and having an answer for almost every problem if you planned ahead enough. We dug into subclass choices and the different flavors of magical engineering. Whether you want potion-fueled support, a walking tank suit, magical artillery, or a robot companion ready to throw itself into danger, there is an option that fits. The discussion highlighted how each subclass dramatically changes the feel of the character while still keeping that core identity of magical problem solver intact. Of course, being an Artificer also means embracing analysis paralysis. Spells, infusions, tools, prepared items, crafting decisions, and magic item choices all compete for your attention. If you love optimization puzzles this class is paradise. If not, you may suddenly understand why the Fighter sleeps so well at night. Key Takeaways Artificers thrive on versatility and can fill support, utility, blasting, healing, and frontline roles depending on build choices. Infusions are one of the class's defining features and effectively let characters hand out custom magic items early in a campaign. Subclass selection heavily shapes playstyle: Alchemist focuses on support and healing Armorer becomes a magical tank Artillerist leans into blasting Battle Smith gains the Steel Defender companion The class rewards players who enjoy planning, tinkering, and character optimization more than simple turn-by-turn gameplay. Tool proficiencies and crafting are central to the fantasy, even if tables vary widely in how often they matter. The Artificer's spellcasting style is unique and leans heavily into using tools and infused objects as magical focuses. Waving lockpicks around while casting spells remains objectively funny. 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. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Gov. Jared Polis has been the talk of the town since he commuted the sentence of noted 2020 election denier and former Mesa County clerk Tina Peters, and he's handling all the attention the way only he could – trolling the press, sticking to his guns, and finding some time for a very jovial bill-signing on an RTD bus. City Cast Denver's reigning Hater of the Year Adrian Felix and HD5 candidate Sterling Simms join producer Paul Karolyi to get into the weeds of that big RTD reform bill and dissect all Polis' latest antics. Plus, one of the most highly anticipated performers at Denver PrideFest is “breaking her silence” about a legal dispute with one of Denver's favorite clothing brands; Sterling addresses his opponent (aka, green chile correspondent Justine Sandoval); and all our wins and fails of the week.  That's not all! If you're a City Cast Denver Neighbor, you'll also get a bonus segment where we respond to some very fun listener comments and questions about DIA's new plan to divert waylaid travelers into its infamous underground tunnels.  Paul mentioned Pattie Gonia's online merch store, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin's comments about sanctuary cities, and Elijah Wood's vaguely Lord of the Rings-themed DJ sets this weekend. Sterling talked about his campaign for HD5 and Colorado's latest PIRG report on clean energy. Adrian discussed a clip of his costume on our Instagram last Halloween, Denver Water's new anonymous reporting form, and the photos of State Sen. Matt Ball and Polis at the RTD bill signing.  For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm What do you think about Governor Jared Polis' latest antics? We want to hear from you! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this May 29th episode: Denver Fringe Central City Opera Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise

In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith do a deep dive into what science fiction is. Plus, a huge disagreement and turmoil over their views on Star Wars. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Or, you can email Matthew at matthew@quoir.com. Join The Quollective today, and use Promo Code "matthew50" to save an additional 50% off a yearly subscription (which is already 10% off a monthly subscription). Pick up Keith and Matt's book, Reading Romans Right, today! Please consider signing up to financially support the Network: QuoirCast on Patreon If you want to be a guest on the show, email keith@quoir.com. LINKS QuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on Patheos Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight we begin the Health Care for Hobbits portion of the dash from Moria to Lothlorien. Can the hands of the king cure a septic scalp wound? Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Interested in discussing Dr. Corey Olsen's ExLoTR podcast? Signum University is hosting live Discussion Groups via Zoom through our Blackberry platform ( https://blackberry.signumuniversity.org/ ). Groups will meet once per month for 1 hour for live discussion via Zoom. Sessions will be recorded as well in case you are unable to attend live and are FREE for our first 3 months!

It's time for another edition of What Did I Miss?, our monthly recurring series where we catch up on the biggest pop culture stories from the past few weeks that we didn't get a chance to cover. Joining us this month are special guests Tiffany and Ivan as we each bring a major topic to the table before diving into our always-chaotic Discord lightning round. From anime and gaming to horror and blockbuster surprises, this month had a little bit of everything. And of course, we close things out with another competitive game of pop culture Kahoot! for ultimate bragging rights. The upcoming Netflix anime film The Ribbon Hero, early reactions surrounding the project, and why it's already catching attention among anime fans Warhorse Studios, the team behind Kingdom Come: Deliverance, reportedly developing an open-world RPG set in the world of The Lord of the Rings, and what that could mean for fantasy gaming fans Jason Voorhees being added to Dead by Daylight, along with a discussion about the game's continued popularity and staying power in the multiplayer horror genre  The breakout success of Obsession, which has become a major box office hit despite its smaller budget, and why audiences seem to be connecting with it so strongly We also wrapped things up with our Discord roundup, featuring quick discussions on the newly announced KPop Demon Hunters World Tour, the latest Grand Theft Auto VI release window rumors, a Sinners-themed scare room coming to Halloween Horror Nights, reports of a spiritual successor to Titanfall 2, and several more stories pulled directly from The Wait For It Podcast Discord community. Tune in for another packed month of pop culture conversation, hot takes, and a little friendly competition to close things out.Find Ivan here: https://linktr.ee/ivanpatchFind Tiffany here: www.twitch.tv/itsbatsyy // https://www.instagram.com/itsbatsyy_/

We are concluding our season on fantasy movies with a major Peter Jackson fantasy movie.  Instead of focusing on the original Lord of the Rings trilogy, we decided to watch the first part of the Hobbit trilogy with THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY.  Please send any and all feedback to anotherlookpod@gmail.com.  Please follow us on Instagram @anotherlookpod, and rate/review/subscribe where ever you get your podcasts!   Our next season will be a selection of movies from all of our own personal watchlists!

When the structures we lean on for spiritual safety collapse, what remains? Terri Fisher joins Liv Booth and tells her story of leaving a “mechanized faith” and spiritually abusive past and discovering a quieter and more durable faith. After years in rigid ideological communities that promised predictable outcomes, Terri found herself without words, stripped of spiritual identity, and wondering whether to stay in the faith at all. Ancient prayers, creeds she didn't write, and a liturgy that turned out to be bigger on the inside, rescued her.  Terri and Liv also discuss how Tolkien's daily mass shaped The Lord of the Rings, why humility matters more than confidence, and how attentiveness, to your kids, to the birds, to the onion you're cutting, might be the most practical spiritual discipline there is. Links: Terri Prays with Saints https://terriprayswithsaints.substack.com/ Prayer for Beginners by Peter Kreeft - https://amzn.to/4usVcoX Prayer: the Great Conversation by Peter Kreeft - https://a.co/d/0diRCjCZ The High Hallow: Tolkien's Liturgical Imagination - https://amzn.to/42VxvJN Anselm Society — anselmsociety.org That Thing Liv Wrote livbooth.substack.com Stand Up - U2 https://open.spotify.com/track/3541c9HnGOaCrPbUnO2e0K?si=c881114a8c2146ed Join us for an event: https://www.signpostinn.org/events Connect with us: Email us at podcast@signpostinn.org Facebook www.facebook.com/SignpostInn Instagram www.instagram.com/signpostinn Check out our website www.signpostinn.org for more resources! Thanks to Rex Daugherty for creating the original theme music for this podcast. He's an award-winning artist and you can check out more of his work at rex-daugherty.com

The future of high-tech warfare has arrived. Just look to the conflicts in Ukraine and Iran to see how much drones and robots have remade the modern battlefield. Is the U.S. positioned to win wars in this new era? What are the ethical constraints of waging autonomous warfare? My guest this week is Christian Brose, the president and chief strategy officer of Anduril, a defense technology company building a slate of autonomous weapons and defense systems for the American military. 00:00 - Intro 03:18 - Drones on the Russia - Ukraine battlefield 8:17 - Iran's stalemate and American military readiness 17:11 - Anduril is more than a "Lord of the Rings" reference 25:33 - Force fields and a layered defense 31:12 - The challenges of "finicky" autonomous systems 44:44 - The ethics of automating the kill chain (A full transcript of this episode is available on the Times website.) Thoughts? Email us at interestingtimes@nytimes.com. Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, Interesting Times with Ross Douthat. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. 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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Bungie announces Destiny 2 is getting its final content update and Bloomberg follows up with it that significant layoffs are coming for the studio in the near future. Lucasfilm says they have more plans for Cal Kestis outside of his video game series. CD Projekt Red announces a Witcher 3 Anniversary stream all of a sudden, while Warhorse Studios announces they are working on an open-world RPG and a game set in the Lord of the Rings universe. #destiny2 #bungie #cdpr #witcher3 #lotr #sony #stateofplay #videogames #podcast #allyoucangeek #aycg

“Would it be fair to say that horror metal and death metal are kinda…symbiotic?”   Released May 25, 1987, SCREAM BLOODY GORE, the debut album from Florida death metal pioneers DEATH, marks a dark and transformative turning point from thrash metal into something else…something with “thrash overtones” that “sounds like thrash” but also doesn't. While it seemed to be the next logical evolutionary step for extreme metal, we weren't exactly sure what it was. It was still thrashy, yet there was a much darker presence to it than the thrash to which we were accustomed.   “They don't have the cookie monster vocals, which is kinda nice…”   As it turns out, when you mix in the violent themes of horror movies like ‘Evil Dead' with the sonic intensity of thrash metal, you end up with death metal, the genre which Chuck Schuldiner and DEATH helped establish in the mid 1980's, putting Florida on the map as the death metal capital of the world.    “They just have a sound…if you take the vocals out, you can tell it's Death.” Discover how immersion reading can make Dr. Seuss and Lord of the Rings even more compelling, always remember where you should  “NEVER put alcohol…”, and find out which song on this album was “renamed” (thanks to the PMRC) when you JOIN US (with special guest “Xander Bonerman”) as we explore the dark depths of the debut album from the band that revolutionized extreme metal by launching a brand new subgenre of horror infused thrash with DEATH and SCREAM BLOODY GORE. Visit www.metalnerdery.com/podcast for more on this episode Help Support Metal Nerdery https://www.patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast Leave us a Voicemail to be played on a future episode: 980-666-8182 Metal Nerdery Tees and Hoodies – metalnerdery.com/merch and kindly leave us a review and/or rating on your favorite Podcast app Follow us on the Socials: Facebook - Instagram - TikTok Email: metalnerdery@gmail.com Can't be LOUD Enough Playlist on Spotify Metal Nerdery Munchies on YouTube @metalnerderypodcast Show Notes: (00:01): “It IS a thing…to listen to the audio book and then read the exact same book…”/ “That's what it sounds like without lube…”/ “Do you have a neighbor that has a ginormous drone?”/ “It sounded like a hornet the size of this table…”/ “We have some bees here that are called cicada killers…”/ “That looks like a horror story waiting to happen…”/  “Giant hornet vs cicada killer…”/ “I've seen bigger ones…”/ #restingdickface / “Those motherfuckers will come AT you!”/ ***WARNING: #listenerdiscretionisadvised ***   (06:06): ***WELCOME BACK TO THE METAL NERDERY PODCAST!!!*** /  “The only reason I was jealous is because y'all looked good without shirts and you got poon…”/ #Ascension / #HotCarlson / #CrotchQuicksand #Dickhammered / ***PATREON US AT patreon.com/metalnerderypodcast *** / “I added the cunt part…”/  “That was the first official #storytellers edition of Metal Nerdery Podcast…”/ #thehogstory /  “The more you talk it up…the less good it's gonna be…”   (10:55): #RussellsReflectionsKittenEdition / “When the wife brought home strange pussy…”/ “Mark all the time, please…”/ “I wake up in the morning with whiskers on my face…”/ “Maybe buy her a fucking steak, bro…”/ “OMG, so you're THAT guy!”/ “Does she kill people?” / “As long as she's on top…”/ “Never put alcohol on your dick…or butthole…”/  ***SOCIAL MEDIA US at #metalnerderypodcast on #Facebook #Instagram #YouTube and #TikTok & EMAIL US at metalnerdery@gmail.com & VOICEMAIL US at 980-666-8182!!!*** / “That was like #KingDiamond with a really bad cold…”   (18:38): “Let's go back in time a little bit…”/ #Era / #TheDocket METAL NERDERY PODCAST PRESENTS:  DEATH – SCREAM BLOODY GORE / “Annnnd Take 2…”/ ***Check out our Death Inside The Metal episode!!!***/ “It's not thrash, but it sounds like thrash…”/ #genre / “Dude, when I cup it sounds better…”/ “We were wearing masks back then…”/ “Do y'all have early memories of Scream Bloody Gore?”/ #grower / “It wasn't what WE were used to…”/ Released May 25, 1987 / (NOTE: it'll be 3 days after, not 4…) / #UltimateRevenge / “This and Leprosy have thrash overtones…”/ “THAT's a fucking album cover!”/ #origami   (27:27): INFERNAL DEATH / “Yeah, that's '87 all day…”/ “It's kinda got a #RigorMortis sound…”/ “It's like thrash plus…the next wave…”/ ZOMBIE RITUAL / “It was progressive even then…first album.”/ “So much reverb…like they're playing in a cave…”/ “At that time, that's definitely thrash metal…”/ “They don't have the cookie monster vocals, which is kinda nice…”/ “How do you do the death metal vocals?”/ “It's…all in the throat…”/  “Finish it, because I know where it's goin'…”/ #throatsinging / “Girls…”   (36:00): DENIAL OF LIFE / “Death had a lot of drummers over the years…”/ #offtopic / “How will you know…if he really loves you? When he finishes…”/ “San Francisco was the city of thrash, but Florida is the state of death metal…”/ “It was renamed…because the #PMRC are cunts…”/ SACRIFICIAL / “They just have a sound…if you take the vocals out…you can tell it's Death.”   (43:07): “What's another band (like that)?” / “I think #IronMaiden is like that…even the new stuff…”/ “Pantera maybe a little bit…”/ “I would never confuse #DOWN with #COC …”/  “Motorhead always sounds like Motorhead…but Zeppelin is all over the place…Sabbath is really all over the place…”/ #futureepisodeidea / “What are bands that, if you took the vocals out, you could still tell who they were?”    (47:13): MUTILATION / “I can hear how you would hear Rigor Mortis with this…”/  “Would it be fair to say that horror metal and death metal are kinda…symbiotic?”/  “No fisting dude, that's a high five all day…”/ REGURGITATED GUTS / “That's just old thrash…”/ “You can almost see them writing it…like in the jam room…”/  “As the screamer for Decimation, did you offer input for riffs?”/ “So, he was kinda like the Lars Ulrich of Decimation…in a way…”   (54:32): “This is a song about period sex, y'all…”/ BAPTIZED IN BLOOD / #Bonerman /  “One thing you've gotta hand to Death…especially Chuck, he does not write boring songs…”/ “Have y'all watched the documentary on Chuck?” / #DeathByMetal /  “Everything does happen for a reason…”/ TORN TO PIECES / “It's all horror film stuff, isn't it?”/ “Uh oh…”   (1:01:01): “Did y'all ever see the movie?”/ “It's just Evil Dead…it's not like ‘Black Sabbath I'…”/ “Evil Dead 2…it's like ‘The Origin of the Feces' of Evil Dead…”/ “I wanna see her Dunst…” / #SamRaimi / EVIL DEAD / “See, that feels like 1987 to me, all day…”/  “Did you see the remake of the original ‘Evil Dead'?”/  #EvilDead / “So it's better is what you're saying…”/ “Let's watch the trailer real quick…”/ “There's nothing funny in this movie…”/ “Death and horror movies kinda go together…”/ “Do you think that really good actors have to have a multiple personality disorder to do it?”   (1:12:40): SCREAM BLOODY GORE / #killercloser / “That's thrash…”/ #notontheboat / “Excuse me, is Greg here? Thank you!”/ “Inspired by Re-Animator…”/  “I think we know the best scene in that movie…”/ “For funzies…play the song ‘Re-Animator' by Rigor Mortis…”/ RE-ANIMATOR (Rigor Mortis – 1988) / “So, what did y'all think about THAT scene…when you saw it?”/ “I was told I looked pig eyed!”/ “How about a little taste of the reissue?”/ SCREAM BLOODY GORE (SBG reissue – 2016) / “It's way louder and way bigger…”/ THANK YOU FOR JOINING US!!! / “Xander Bonerman…”/ #untilthenext #outroreel  

Blades in the Dark is a game about daring criminals pulling off impossible heists. Our crew immediately used fire to escape the box we voluntarily hid in, assaulted two undercover cops, locked them inside our escape crate, stole accounting records, accidentally got high during evidence collection, and somehow convinced ourselves this was still a stealth mission. Honestly, I think the cult is thriving. Show Notes Part 3 finally dropped us into our first real score and the sewer cult wasted absolutely no time proving they were both competent and deeply concerning. Tasked with infiltrating an illegal leviathan blood refinery hidden beneath an apothecary, we chose the most sensible plan imaginable: smuggle ourselves inside in a supply crate. Naturally this immediately turned into an emergency fire escape situation because Talon solved confinement with alchemy and arson. Once inside, things somehow became more chaotic. We discovered the "guards" were actually Bluecoats running security for the operation, meaning our weird little cult had accidentally punched local law enforcement in the face before the score even properly started. Rather than murder them and summon ghost problems, we tied them up, stuffed them back into the crate, and continued the mission like this was all part of the plan. It absolutely was not. The score also gave us a chance to see Blades in the Dark really shine mechanically. Flashbacks let us retroactively prepare, clocks tracked rising danger, and the system constantly pushed us forward instead of letting us stall in planning mode. Every success created new problems and every problem somehow made the story better. Meanwhile Talon uncovered suspicious ledgers pointing to illicit operations while Roper discovered the drugs in the least scientific way possible by accidentally inhaling them and immediately becoming evidence. It was a perfect demonstration of why this game works so well. The mechanics encourage momentum, but the players create the disasters. By the end we had stolen evidence, infiltrated the operation, mildly traumatized two cops, and learned an important lesson. Never let the ghost guy do quality control on contraband. Key Takeaways The crew's first score involved infiltrating an illegal leviathan blood refinery hidden beneath an apothecary Smuggling themselves inside in supply crates immediately escalated into improvised arson Talon used alchemy and fire to escape confinement and start the mission The refinery operation appeared connected to illicit drug production The guards turned out to be Bluecoats acting as security for the site Killing enemies in Doskvol creates major problems because ghosts are very real Flashbacks allowed retroactive preparation without lengthy planning sessions Clocks helped track danger, progress, and rising alert levels Talon recovered ledgers that may contain coded evidence of illegal activity Roper accidentally sampled the contraband and became mildly intoxicated during evidence collection The score highlighted how Blades in the Dark rewards momentum over perfect planning The cult continues to be alarmingly effective despite having absolutely no business succeeding 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. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

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This episode of the podcast delves into the complexities of the ongoing conflict in Iran, with a retired Brigadier General sharing his insights on the situation. The conversation also touches on the importance of Memorial Day and the sacrifices made by those who have served in the military. The discussion begins with a thought-provoking analysis of the recent US strikes on Iran, with the guest explaining the legal basis for the defensive strikes. He also shares his perspective on the criticisms leveled against President Trump's handling of the situation, including the concerns about the US losing its moral authority as a leader of the free world. The conversation also explores the potential consequences of a bad deal or weak deal with Iran, and the importance of upholding national interests. The episode also takes a lighter tone as Jimmy shares his personal experiences with car theft and the challenges of dealing with the rising crime rates in the area. He also discusses the upcoming Fan Expo Denver, a comic-con event featuring a star-studded cast, including the main cast of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. This episode offers a unique blend of serious discussion and lighthearted moments, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in current events, pop culture, and personal stories. Tune in to hear the full conversation and gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of the Iran situation, as well as the importance of reflecting on the sacrifices made by those who have served in the military.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the gang talked about Fretless - The Wrath of Riffson, a Marvel Rivals update, Nubby's Number Factory, Belatro, CULTIC: Chapter Two, Vampire Crawlers, Concept (board game), and more! Follow us on Instagram  Leave us a voicemail at (804) 286-0626  and consider supporting us through our Patreon  Check out the Discord!  Theme song remixed by Poisonfrog  News Links:  Recent PSN Hacks  GTA VI still planned for November  Unreal Engine 6  Bungie ends Destiny 2 updates  Sony layoffs incoming for Bungie  Warhorse Studios is making a LotR game  Virtua Fighter 6 trailer leaked  Crazy Taxi Reboot teased  Nintendo Direct in June  State of Play coming June 2nd 

The Sidebars continue their journey into the depths beneath the air kingdom, and discover something they never expected. There's happiness, sadness, and a whole lot in between. Also Granny is a cloud sheep.Featuring:Erika Jayne as Taryn GrimSeverin Gourley as Dexter ClementineKasia Wayfinder as Granny Sabinkaand Julz Burgisser as DMVisit www.fateofisen.com to learn more.Fate of Isen is one of the Feedspot top D&D podcasts in the world! Check out Feedspot here.If you like the show, please feel free to follow us on social media (@fateofisen) or support us on Patreon! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ Intro, outro, and recap music by freesound user, Tyops, and ambient sound by TabletopAudio.com

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

Taylor and Travis have been playing the latest LEGO game, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Along with that Dylan joins them to breakdown the news of a new Lord of the Rings game.0:00:00 intro0:03:10 new Lord of the Rings games announced0:25:00 Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark KnightYouTube version: https://youtube.com/live/oxFK7U84usgAd-Free version: www.patreon.com/c/GeekVerseLinksDylan on Twitter @DylanMussDylan on Backloggd backloggd.com/u/Rapatika/Dylan's games https://rapatika.itch.io/Taylor on Twitter @TaylorTheFieldKirklin on Twitter @kirklinpatzerTravis on Twitter @TravisBSnellBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/geekverse-podcast--4201268/support.

What if the stories we tell could awaken courage, strengthen faith, and remind people they are not alone in the fight? In this episode, we talk with filmmaker Wilson Hickman about creating faith-filled fantasy stories that point audiences back to truth, hope, and the calling God places on our lives. From spiritual warfare to the quiet impact of faithful living, this conversation is both inspiring and deeply encouraging.Wilson Hickman is a follower of the Lord Jesus with a strong passion for storytelling. From a young age, Wilson began writing books in a variety of genres, and his passion for creativity led him to the visual medium of storytelling. When crafting a film, he often draws inspiration from his own life, vicariously learning and growing with the characters he creates.Wilson's latest project is The Lost Healer, an award-winning proof-of-concept episode for a Christian-themed fantasy TV series. Inspired by real-world spiritual warfare, the series transports viewers to an imaginative new world while encouraging them to navigate the struggles of this one. Recognizing the power of stories to shape the culture, Wilson seeks to make compelling, God-honoring entertainment that can be enjoyed by a broad audience. Some exciting news about our recent guest, Christian filmmaker Wilson Hickman! His fantasy film The Lost Healer is now live on Kickstarter! The film is inspired by biblical truth and made for the whole family--the kind of fantasy we need, but Hollywood won't make. If you're a fan of Narnia or Lord of the Rings, I think you'll really enjoy it! To get an early look at the movie, check out the award-winning proof of concept and support the project here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/whickman/the-lost-healer-a-fantasy-film-for-the-whole-familyConnect with our guest:Watch the proof of concept episode here:  https://www.thelosthealer.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelosthealerseries/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelosthealerseries/ Connect with me:Braided Faith IG: http://www.instagram.com/braidedfaith/    ⁠Cryssie Addis IG: https://www.instagram.com/cryssie.addis/ Novel & Mug IG: ⁠http://www.instagram.com/novelandmug Braided Faith FB: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/groups/braidedfaith    ⁠Braided Faith Website: ⁠www.braidedfaith.com Novel & Mug Website: ⁠http://www.novelandmug.com    ⁠The Wellness Box: ⁠http://www.thewellnessbox.shop

Welcome to the Multiverse Report, a weekly recap of your news across all the fandoms with Mike Gibson and Steve Haller! Haven't Seen Star Wars! launched on May 4th, 2026. Follow us at https://www.youtube.com/@HaventSeenStarWars  or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/haventseenstarwars/  Check us out at https://www.themultiversereport.com/ Supergirl Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1-pfiVMKAs As always, sponsored by Funky Town Comics and Vinyl, for all your comic, vinyl and fandom needs! Subscribe: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or search The Multiverse Report on your podcast app of choice! ### #TMR, #MCU, #DCEU, #StarWars, #Fandom, #LOTR

Episode 323 - Current Gen PodcastJeff, Dan, and Tim talk about the latest Nintendo release, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. It's another charming game for Switch 2 players that is great for kids! Also, we talk about LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and how it draws inspiration from the Arkham games for its combat along with the movies and comics for the characters and story. Then we talk more Forza Horizon 6, Grand Theft Auto 6 release date, Crimson Desert, Warhorse Studio's upcoming LOTR game, and a lot more!VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!

I love kobold adventures because they always lie to you. They start with the same sales pitch every time. Oh, it's kobolds. Funny little lizard guys. Maybe some traps. Couple slings. Tiny crown. Cute little dungeon crawl. And then six sessions later you're dealing with ancient dwarven grudges, undead labor theology, emotional damage, cursed relics, fantasy Vecna, and one kobold who should have died three times but keeps showing up because sheer pettiness has apparently made him immortal. Kobolds are never the adventure. Kobolds are what the adventure uses to lure you into the basement. Show Notes This week we did a full postmortem on Crown of the Kobold King and dug into one of Pathfinder's earliest adventures revisited for Second Edition. What starts as a straightforward kobold dungeon crawl quickly turns into a surprisingly layered story full of ancient dwarven vaults, undead corruption, cursed relics, and one increasingly unfortunate kobold king. We broke down the setting of Darkmoon Vale and Falcon's Hollow, the lumber town run by a spectacularly terrible administrator, before diving into the dungeon itself and the history behind Droskar's Crucible. The adventure piles old Torag worshippers, fallen dwarven cultists, Tar-Baphon lore, and necromantic experiments on top of each other until the kobolds become almost incidental to the chaos. The campaign also delivered some incredible table moments. A near total party kill was saved by remembering a forgotten +1 bonus at the last possible second. Sir Thanah evolved from heal bot NPC into one of the emotional anchors of the campaign. Cap Mech somehow transformed from random kobold encounter into recurring rival, revenant menace, and eventual ally. Meanwhile Kirby continued solving problems the traditional way by casting Brick. We also spent time talking encounter design, what worked, what absolutely did not, and why some dungeon sections deserved immediate deletion. Looking at you, anti gravity hallway. By the end, the adventure became less about stopping the Kobold King and more about the people trapped inside the dungeon's history and deciding who deserved saving. Key Takeaways Crown of the Kobold King works well as an introductory Pathfinder 2 adventure and offers more narrative depth than its classic dungeon crawl structure initially suggests. Darkmoon Vale embraces classic fantasy adventure design with starting town, wilderness, and dungeon exploration. The dungeon layers multiple factions together including kobolds, fallen dwarf cultists, undead servants, and Tar-Baphon corruption. Small Pathfinder bonuses matter. A forgotten +1 attack bonus completely prevented a TPK. Sir Thanah evolved from support NPC into one of the campaign's strongest emotional story threads. Cap Mech became an accidental standout character through repeated appearances and escalating rivalry. The adventure benefits from adding consequences and time pressure rather than treating events as static. Some encounters are excellent while others feel dated and benefit from modification or removal. Commanders continue proving they are extremely effective force multipliers. Brick remains a valid tactical solution. 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. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Long movies with short characters.  We must be back in Middle Earth again!  After 8 years, Peter Jackson brought more Tolkien tales to the big screen and another epic trilogy arrived.  These Hobbit adventures were almost as awesome at the previous Lord of the Rings movies, and some of our old familiar characters show up here, but it's all top-notch action and CGI beasts done properly.  Sweeping music, slashing swordplay and a bad-ass, fire-breathing, trash-talkin' dragon make this a thrilling ride!  Let me guide you (and save you about 8 hours of your time) through all the fun and treasures of the Hobbit trilogy with the high quality dorkiness you've come to expect from Missing Real.  Pretty confident, ain't I?  Maybe my dragon name should be "Smug".  

Welcome to a classic episode of Casual Trek, featuring Matt Hardy!Matt's upcoming project can be found here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kryptothera-a-hunter/kryptothera-a-hunters-taleWe've got our first guest star in today's episode as we get the nonstop machine of comics crowdfunding Matthew Hardy to join us in talking about the First Lady of Star Trek: Majel Barrett!Majel's been in so many episodes, hell, so many SERIES of Star Trek over the years, so there's a lot to work with here. We've got shockingly little Majel in the TOS episode that ostensibly is a spotlight focus on her. Then we're in to the wild world of Lwaxana Troi as she gets kidnapped by Ferengi in TNG and that version of the Ferengi are the absolute worst. Like Internet Guy worst. Finally we get a surprisingly nice pairing of Lwaxana and Odo stuck in a lift together as a weird life form from the Gamma Quadrant has got into the computers.TOS: What Are Little Girls Made of?TNG: Ménage a TroiDS9: The ForsakenTalking points include: Westworld (both flavours), Babylon 5, Only Murders in the Building, Righteous Gemstones, Adam X the X-Treme, Ahsoka, Classic Dr Who, FMV PC games, Charlie's back on his Lost bullshit, From, Amnesiac City, Two time GLAAD award winner Peter Allan David, The Matrix, Terminator, I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream, The UK Office amount of awkwardness, Shoggoths, Tiny Clangers, The Prisoner, Legion of Super-Heroes fashion, Mario Kart-based declarations of love, Vampire: The Masquerade, The Mos Eisley Cantina Band, Lucille Bluth, Lwaxana Troi going full Mrs Bennet, Picard giving it all Shakespeare, More Classic Dr Who, Lord of the Rings for the SNES, Gilmore Girls, Tamagochi, War of the Worlds. Oh, and occasionally Star Trek. A surprising amount of Star Trek this time…Casual Trek is by Charlie Etheridge-Nunn and Miles Reid-Lobatto, our guest star was Matt Hardy.Music by Alfred Etheridge-NunnCasual Trek is a part of the Nerd & Tie Networkhttps://ko-fi.com/casualtrek Miles' blog: http://www.mareidlobatto.wordpress.com Charlie's blog: http://www.fakedtales.com Pedant's Corner:Gap-wise, the gap between TOS finishing & TNG airing was 18 years, the gap between Enterprise finishing and Discovery airing was 13 years“Time is an illusion, lunchtime doubly so” is the actual quoteCharlie couldn't think of the word “camper van” when describing FromMemory Alpha's reference to Lwaxana Troi saying she ‘made love' to DaiMon Tog, has a link to an article on Oo-mox

Pinball: We discuss Stern's new pinball machine: Transformers: More than Meets the Eye Pinball. Video Games: We talk about AtGames and their Zen conflict, Summer Games Done Quick, Destiny 2, Switch 2, GTA 6, Subnautica 2, a LOTR game, and Sony's decision to put narrative, single-player games out only on their PS5. Episode Links: Kineticist article on Stern's new Transformers: More than Meets the Eye Pinball: https://www.kineticist.com/news/stern-transformers-reveal Show Links: EGP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/eclectic_gamers Website: http://eclecticgamers.com EGP T-shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/eclectic-gamers-podcast iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/eclectic-gamers-podcast/id1088802706?mt=2 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-465086826 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eclecticgamerspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC40Frd1Fep4u5bjrw3cvwoQ Discord: https://discord.gg/sgnrsBT Email: eclecticgamerspodcast@gmail.com

The fantasy world was doing just fine. Wizards were arguing about spell slots. Fighters were polishing swords. Rogues were stealing absolutely everything not nailed down. Then somebody invented firearms. Now the wizard wants an arcane revolver, the artificer is building a rifle powered by dragon crystals, and the fighter has spent twenty minutes explaining why attaching a bayonet to a musket absolutely still counts as melee combat. Progress is inevitable. Chaos is optional. Players will choose chaos every time. Show Notes This episode dives into one of the most divisive and surprisingly fun topics in tabletop RPG design: firearms. We explore what happens when black powder, pistols, muskets, revolvers, and magical weapons enter worlds traditionally ruled by swords and spellbooks. The answer is not simply bigger damage numbers. Firearms change the entire feel of a setting. We dig into how guns influence worldbuilding, tone, and gameplay. A lone flintlock in a low fantasy campaign tells a very different story than enchanted firearms in a magitech world. The conversation expands into how technology reshapes societies, military power, adventuring groups, and even the place of magic itself. The episode also looks at practical considerations for GMs and players. We discuss balancing firearms mechanically, deciding how common they should be, and avoiding the trap of letting realism overwhelm gameplay. Sometimes the important question is not whether firearms belong in fantasy. It is what kind of fantasy world they create. Whether you are building a black powder campaign, introducing fantasy gunslingers, or creating magical firearms powered by spells and crystals, this episode explores ways to make firearms feel intentional and exciting at the table. Key Takeaways Firearms affect setting design as much as combat rules. The rarity and availability of guns heavily influence world tone. Black powder weapons create a very different atmosphere than magitech firearms. Introducing firearms changes warfare, economics, and social structures. Balance should focus on gameplay experience rather than strict realism. Reload mechanics and weapon limitations help preserve design space. Magical firearms create new character options without replacing classic fantasy roles. GMs should establish expectations for firearms early in campaign planning. Different RPG systems support firearms in different ways. Every firearm added to a setting raises bigger questions about technology and progress. 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. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

In a surprise to no one, Final Fantasy took this bracket of the Nerdy Tourney but Lord of the Rings and Zelda stood strong while The Witcher managed to narrowly defeat A Song of Ice and Fire. 

We come from the land of ice and snow, where Thor is hawt and the lost things go! This week Erin and Brennan (siblings from work) drive the ships to new lands, away from Hela, while Thor and Loki seek to overcome their past to become the gods they were born to be. Along the way, we have Valkyrie, the hard drinking "Scrapper," Hulk + Bruce Banner as reigning Arena Grand Champion, and Topaz trying to get the Grand Master to melt everyone. This movie was a giant shift forward for Thor and Marvel, giving us laughs in lieu of the drama befitting a grand epic. This podcast has references to the Lord of the Rings, the modern reality of imperialistic conquests, and Thor was at one point turned into a frog! Don't worry, he got better. To top it all off, add a dash of Led Zeppelin and you have a fun ride. VALHALLA, I AM COMING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Burnie and Ashley Stephen Colbert, Sir Peter Jackson, new Lord of the Rings, Plex triples lifetime subscription, British adjectives, Last Ship Standing, and the end of Destiny 2.

Christine Riccio & Natasha Polis talk all things nerdy in the book, tv, movie, pop culture, fandoms, and how they integrate into their adult lives. Today they're chatting all things OFF CAMPUS!  Plus they chat Lord of the Rings, Taylor Swift, the Time Traveler's Wife sequel and more!The Main discussion start at : 46:00Today in Fangirl Tea Time (coming this weekend) : Join Christine and Natasha for more stories about their recent life escapades. Support the pod by joining the Forking Fangirls Patreon community: http://patreon.com/thoseforkingfangirls TEAM EDWARD: The first five Heated Rivalry episode commentaries are up now! Follow the visual show on our Youtube: http://youtube.com/@thoseforkingfangirls  Get Christine's new book THIRTY, FLIRTY, & FOREVER ALONE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1662532156Add Thirty Flirty & Forever Alone on Goodreads:https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/230393104-thirty-flirty-and-forever-aloneCheck out Natasha's sewing classes: https://www.natashapolis.com/Join our patron to get 10 dollars off the classes!Website: https://thoseforkingfangirls.com/ Email us feedback: thoseforkingfangirls@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoseforkingfangirls/Twitter: https://twitter.com/forkfangirlspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thoseforkingfangirlsGet Christine's novel Attached at the Hip: https://a.co/d/grmPeVy Check out the Selkie Collection and get 10% off your order with code TASHAPOLIS https://selkiecollection.com/collections/all

We've got more Saros to chat about this week as Ryan continues his adventures on the planet Carcosa. We keep it spoiler free, but discuss the story structure, evolving gameplay, and whether Ryan will eventually understand what's going on. Over in the news, PlayStation increases PlayStation Plus prices, we have confirmation that single player PlayStation first party games aren't on the PC menu anymore, Nintendo announces a weird new phone game that is very WarioWare, and the developers behind Kingdom Come Deliverance are working with the Lord of the Rings property.Discussion00:00:00 - Intro00:09:36 - Saros00:33:32 - NewsImportant StuffSupport us on PatreonDiscord ChannelEmail the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rein on üle mitme saate taas tagasi ja jagab muljeid Soomlaste Housemarque'i Sarosest. On see vääriline järg Returnalile, või jääb midagi ikka puudu? See on seotud ka mitme teise teemaga meie saates, näiteks tegi üks Housemarque'i endistest juhtidest uue mängustuudio ja ühe teise endise töötaja soolomäng sai Switchil lõpuks edukaks. Räägime ka, millal on sellesuvine Summer Games Fest ja millal Sony oma tulevaid asju näitab. Ning, et PSNi tellimus läheb ka taas kallimaks. Lisaks Sarosele on Rein mänginud ka The Long Darki kauavalminud üksikmängu Wintermute. Rainer jätkab Muumide maailmas ja proovis sooloarendaja kuulipõrgut Particulitix ja räägib veidi retromängudest. Soovituseks on Epicu poes Tomb Raider I-III uusversioonid tasuta, ning Steamis merepäevad ja Humble poes suur kevadale.  Peatükid: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:22 - Uudised 00:39:23 - Retro 00:50:00 - Mängitud 01:34:00 - Soodsalt     Lingid: https://insider-gaming.com/summer-game-fest-2026-showcase-date-times/ https://www.eurogamer.net/playstation-just-announced-a-new-state-of-play-and-itll-be-over-an-hour-long https://www.eurogamer.net/playstation-ps5-pc-single-player-games https://www.eurogamer.net/playstation-plus-premium-extra-price-hike https://www.eurogamer.net/returnal-director-launches-cosmic-division-studio https://www.eurogamer.net/sektori-switch-2-salary-success https://www.eurogamer.net/kingdom-come-deliverance-lotr-lord-of-the-rings-rpg https://www.eurogamer.net/quantic-dream-closing-spellcasters-chronicles https://www.eurogamer.net/ubisoft-new-assassins-creed-far-cry-ghost-recon-ai-experience  

With CBS airing Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen at 11:35, he shares Colbert's comments about Allen and notes Colbert's next gig writing a Lord of the Rings-universe film with Philippa Boyens; Colbert's Ben & Jerry's Americone Dream packaging is also being updated. USA Today discusses possible late-night replacements (including podcast-style shows) and quotes David Letterman and Jimmy Kimmel on late night's future. He plugs HBO's Josh Johnson: Symphony, spotlights Atsuko Okatsuka's HomeState “Atsuko Bowl” charity tie-in, does a “Comedy Stock Market” (buy Weird Al and Henry Yen; sell Colbert), and runs festival items on Eloise Efthos, Suzy Cato, Steven K. Amos, and Amanda Knox's Edinburgh Fringe show Cartwheel. 00:40 Colbert Finale And CBS Slot01:04 Colbert Rings Writing Gig01:40 Americone Dream Makeover02:04 Future Of Late Night03:07 Josh Johnson Special Preview04:22 Trailer Clip Highlights05:05 Atsuko Okatsuka Food Collab06:35 Comedy Stock Market Picks07:48 Eloise Efthos New Hour09:22 NZ Fest Reviews And Amanda Knox, comedian Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy.COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Weeooweeoo breaking news! The gals are looking…gorgeous this week?? And in a segment we're calling

Have you ever wanted to put a curse on someone? How about ask a river goddess for some healing? Or maybe speak a charm that'll make your life better? If so, today's episode is for you. This week, Danièle speaks with Brigid Ehrmantraut about Celtic magic, druidic haircuts, and what Celtic curses have to do with The Lord of the Rings.This podcast is made possible by the generous support of listeners like you! To find out how to help spread the joy of medieval history, please visit patreon.com/themedievalpodcast

Thursday - We talk Turbidity sensors, hot sauce, taco boats, Lord of the Rings, Stephen Colbert, Johnny Carson, marital spats, and movies you go to the theater for. We get an event update with Chloe Greenberg from the Orlando Weekly. Attorney Glenn Klausman with the Case of the Undiagnosed Concussion for Colbert Court. Rauce Thoughts on a young man getting old. Plus, JCS News, JCS Trivia & You Heard it Here First.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha joins us this week to discuss The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, her favorite chapter in The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy. We dive into her love for the franchise, the unforgettable cast, and the visionary direction of Peter Jackson. From epic battles to emotional character moments, we explore everything that makes this fantasy classic such a beloved and enduring film for Samantha and so many others.   Catch up with us on Twitter: @ILTMPodcast   Instagram: @ILovethatMoviePodcast   Support us on Patreon:   https://www.patreon.com/Ilovethatmovie

Lauren Lapkus steps into the confession booth to talk comfort rewatches, movie blind spots, and the films that changed her mind. Paul and Amy dig into her love for Big, 13 Going on 30, Tommy Boy, and Hocus Pocus, the strange experience of watching kids' movies on an endless loop, and how her Newcomers podcast pushed her to finally embrace genres she'd avoided for years. Along the way, Lauren plays an unhinged “F***/Marry/Kill” , defends the magic of communal theatergoing, praises Rachel McAdams and Domhnall Gleeson, and offers repentance to The Lord of the Rings after years of unfair dismissal. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul's Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/ https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/ Paul's book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack https://substack.com/@paulscheer Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: https://www.unspooledart.com/ Learn more about the show at Unspooledpod.com, follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don't forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello friends! Texas-to-Nashville singer-songwriters Grace Pettis, Natalie Price, and Rachel Laven, known together as THE TEXPATS are my guests for episode 1568! Their new video "Oh Sister" is now available on YouTube and they're heading out on their debut tour this week. They'll be stopping in Austin next Wednesday, May 27th at The 04 Center. Go to thetexpats.com for tour dates, videos and more. We have  a great conversation about why they all moved from Texas to Nashville, how they ended up roommates, what it's like living together, their first tour, what they're each up to in their own careers, the magic of a Lord of the Rings themed birthday party, the porch, and much more. I had a great time catching up with these talented and hilarious women. I'm sure you will too. Let's get down! Find the TEXPATS on Instagram Find Natalie Price HERE Find Rachel Laven HERE Find Grace Pettis HERE Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you pod. Go to johnny-goudie.com for all things Johnny.   If you feel so inclined. Venmo: venmo.com/John-Goudie-1  Paypal: paypal.me/johnnygoudie

Brick Lombardi takes the chair tonight on Tundra FM with three tracks, one night, and the kind of honesty only thirty years in radio can deliver. It opens with a goodbye — a song for number 23, Jaire Alexander, the kid from Louisville who walked into this league and made receivers miserable for seven Pro Bowl-caliber years. Brick isn't litigating the contract or pretending he knows what happened behind closed doors at 1265 Lombardi Avenue. He's just acknowledging what the man meant before moving the show along.

After a couple years off, we're returning to our annual tradition of each picking a year for our birthdays that we want to review in-depth from a tech and science perspective. This time Will picked 2002 because... well, you'll see, but it gave us the opportunity to reflect on a bunch of just-post-turn-of-the-century tech trends, like weird pre-smartphone mobile devices, the venerable WRT54G, all the Y2K techno-optimistic design trends, digital filmmaking going mainstream, a truly momentous March in the Linux world, the state of file sharing and music piracy, and plenty of other stuff. How Dinosaurs May Have Cursed Us With Aging: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWOErbTL9N4 Support the Pod! Contribute to the Tech Pod Patreon and get access to our booming Discord, a monthly bonus episode, your name in the credits, and other great benefits! You can support the show at: https://patreon.com/techpod

Sam, Dylan, and Darksmith are back to break down: the show officially becoming the #5 most hyped podcast on YouTube and the desperate push to dethrone the kosher villa hik…Sam and Dylan are back to break down: the show officially becoming the #5 most hyped podcast on YouTube and the desperate push to dethrone the kosher villa hiking show in the top spot, the UFC openly stealing the name "Deep Waters" from us, the Tupac death BMW going up for $1.75 million and the question of whether bullet holes attract better hookers, the roast of Kevin Hart on Netflix and Dylan's progressive titties getting flared up over Shane Gillis's bonsai tree joke, Sam's airtight doctrine that one mile of accumulated BBC unlocks the N-word pass, Chud the Builder getting completely exhumed by his black trans ex on camera in the greatest "every allegation is a confession" reveal of the year, the Mayor of Arcadia turning out to be a Chinese spy and Sam volunteering to stack Peter Thiel under the guillotine with her, Doctor Jin and the fancy whiteboard explaining we're already in a war of attrition, the $1 trillion Trump–Xi investment deal, Trump telling a reporter "you are not a smart person" while doubling the size of the ballroom and pretending it's still under budget, the Tunguska Event of 1908 with no crater, no deaths, no scorching, and the early Russian anti-gravity weapon theory, the perfect bathroom-acoustics Gandalf "You shall not pass" guy as proof we are blessed to live in the post-Lord of the Rings era, Fetterman defending lab meat on Bill Maher in a hoodie, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano fifteen years too late, and the leaked NFL gold-digger playbook teaching little sisters how to lock down a tall chocolate one through throat spray and complete integration. Subscribe and give us that sweet brown hype.   Grab Tickets To Sam Tripoli's Live Shows At SamTripoli.com/events: Hollywood, Ca: 5/18 (Sam Is Running HIs New Special)  Costa Mesa, Ca: 5/28 Austin, TX: 5/22 (Live Taping Of Sam Tripoli's Comedy Special) Albuquerque, NM: 6/12-6/13 Austin, TX: 6/18 Miami, Fl: 7/31-8/1 Lawerence, KS: 9/17-9/19 Tulsa, OK: 10/9-10/10 Austin, TX: Dec 11th-13th   Buy Our Merch or Sam Will Fight You: https://conspiracy-social-club-aka-deep-waters.myshopify.com/   Subscribe to the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AkaDeepWaters   Check out Dylan's instagram - @dylanpetewrenn   Check out Deep Waters Instagram: @akadeepwaters   Check out Bad Tv podcast: https://bit.ly/3RYuTG0   THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: MARS MEN Go to MenGoToMars.com and tell them "Deep Waters" sent you to get 50% off FOR LIFE + Free Shipping & 3 Free Gifts   HIMS Go to Hims.com/CSC to get your free online visit. Go to BlueChew.com and use promo code "DEEP" to get your 3rd month free