Podcasts about Shire

war in Iran :: religious wars/ end times :: Skeeter calls about the "perfect currency" :: Sarah in NM calls about her prophetic powers :: Dave Ridley calls about censorship, check out his trailer at ridleyreport.com :: ICE buys a warehouse in SLC for $145.44 million :: Trump's "strategic bitcoin reserve" still not a thing :: Russia to open crypto exchange functions for banks :: Hosts: Stu, Riley

On this week's episode of the Sisters of the Shire Podcast, the calm domestic life of Aldarion and Erendis is…well, not so calm anymore. As little Ancalimë approaches her fourth birthday, old tensions resurface and the sea begins calling Aldarion once again. What follows is a mix of awkward conversations, emotional goodbyes, questionable decision-making, and at least one very dramatic exit. Meanwhile, Erendis reaches a breaking point and makes a move that will shape Ancalimë's childhood in ways no one quite expected. Join us as we unpack the drama, the heartbreak, and the very strong opinions surrounding one of Númenor's most complicated marriages.https://linktr.ee/sistersoftheshirepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/sistersoftheshirepodcast/https://www.patreon.com/sistersoftheshirepodcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/1HIhmdeX6761vi7RyOjl8f?si=_qwdGdP7SbmAP2RWlji54w

War in Iran :: religious wars/ end times :: Skeeter calls about the "perfect currency" :: Sarah in NM calls about her prophetic powers :: Dave Ridley calls about censorship, check out his trailer at ridleyreport.com :: ICE buys a warehouse in SLC for $145.44 million :: Trump's "strategic bitcoin reserve" still not a thing :: Russia to open crypto exchange functions for banks :: 2026-03-14 :: Hosts: Stu, Riley

This week’s Best Picture-winning archive pick takes us back to May, 2018, when Adam and Josh returned to The Shire for a LORD OF THE RINGS reckoning, with a review of the entire trilogy (the final two installments of which Adam had never seen, including the Best Picture-winning RETURN OF THE KING). The original episode (#681) also includes a Top 5 Lord of the Rings Scenes. For full access to the show archive, Filmspotting Discord, ad-free and monthly bonus episodes, and more, ⁠join the Filmspotting Family⁠⁠.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oscar winner David Shire and Tony winner Richard Maltby Jr. stop by to talk about their new production, "Maltby and Shire's About Time". 

Mark Edge Live - Daylight Savings Time is dumb :: Time zones :: The Free State Project, New Hampshire, protests, activism, Liberty Clubs :: Interstates :: You don't own your land :: New Hampshire Liberty club, Free State Party :: NH Secession :: Porcupine Freedom Festival :: ForkFest.party ::Mark Edgington, Tall Bill, Stu

On this episode of The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, the long-awaited wedding of Aldarion and Erendis finally arrives—complete with songs in every street and the promise of a beautiful spring beginning. But before we can even admire the decorations (thanks, Tolkien…), the newlyweds are already off on a leisurely honeymoon tour of Númenor that turns into one very memorable stop in Andúnië. Elves arrive bearing mysterious gifts, rare flowers crown the party guests, and the celebrations feel almost too magical to be real. Meanwhile, small moments and curious conversations hint that beneath all the romance, things between our royal couple may not be quite as perfect as they seem… especially when ships, trees, and the Sea start creeping back into the story.https://linktr.ee/sistersoftheshirepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/sistersoftheshirepodcast/https://www.patreon.com/sistersoftheshirepodcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/1HIhmdeX6761vi7RyOjl8f?si=_qwdGdP7SbmAP2RWlji54w 

In this epic episode of The Willie Jackerson Experiment, we travel deep into the fires of Middle-earth to uncover the legends, battles, and hidden history behind The Lord of the Rings. From the quiet fields of the Shire to the dark shadow of Mordor, we break down the mythology that made this one of the greatest fantasy stories ever told.We'll explore the creation of the One Ring, the rise of the Dark Lord Sauron, and the unlikely heroes who stood against him—including Frodo Baggins, Aragorn, and the wizard Gandalf.Along the way we dive into the brilliant mind of J. R. R. Tolkien, the real-world inspirations behind the story, and how this legendary saga went on to shape modern fantasy—and eventually explode onto the big screen through the epic films directed by Peter Jackson.As always, we bring the metal with a soundtrack worthy of a march through Mordor—because every great adventure needs the right battle music.So grab your sword, gather the fellowship, and join us as we take a journey into one of the most legendary stories ever forged in fantasy.⚔️ One ring.⚔️ One journey.⚔️ One epic adventure.Welcome to The Willie Jackerson Experiment.

Mark Edge Live - Daylight Savings Time is dumb :: Time zones :: The Free State Project, New Hampshire, protests, activism, Liberty Clubs :: Interstates :: You don't own your land :: New Hampshire Liberty club, Free State Party :: NH Secession :: Porcupine Freedom Festival :: ForkFest.party ::Mark Edgington, Tall Bill, Stu

Titles: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring [Wikipedia] [IMDb] The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers [Wikipedia] [IMDb] Director: Peter Jackson Producers: Barrie M. Osborne, Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh Tim Sanders (TFOTR) Writers: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson (screenplay); J. R. R. Tolkien (original novel) Stephen Sinclair (TTT: screenplay) Stars: Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Viggo Mortensen, Sean Astin, Cate Blanchett, John Rhys-Davies, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Christopher Lee, Hugo Weaving, Ian Holm, Andy Serkis Sean Bean (TFOTR) Bernard Hill, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Brad Dourif, Karl Urban (TTT) Release dates: December 19, 2001 (TFOTR: US) December 18, 2002 (TTT: US) SHOWNOTES: One does not simply review the Lord of the Rings trilogy... but we'll attempt to! In Part 1 of our two-part episode on arguably the greatest film trilogy of all time, Ash and Beau discuss the movie adaptations of The Fellowship of the Ring and The Two Towers. We talk the many beloved characters, iconic landscapes from the Shire to Helm's Deep, and countless memorable quotes/meme lines of these two films. So, grab some of that hobbit pipe-weed, listen along, and stay tuned for Part 2, where we'll cover The Return of the King! Collateral Cinema is happy to announce that we are now partnered with Dubby Energy! Use our promo code CCINEMAPOD to get 10% off your first purchase of Dubby Energy drinks on their website: https://dubby.gg/discount/CCINEMAPOD (Collateral Cinema is a Collateral Media Podcast. Intro song is a license-free beat from Purple Planet Music. All music and movie clips are owned by their respective creators and are used for educational purposes only. Please don't sue us; we're poor!)

This episode is all about how the Victorian era's culture and politics shaped J. R. R. Tolkien and, by extension, the world of Middle Earth.We start with a look at the Grotesque vs. the Romantic Middle Ages as defined by medievalist David Matthews, and how each approach was at play in the late 19th century Medieval Revival. We use Matthews' work as a framework for analyzing the medievalism of The Lord of the Rings, and then take a closer look at the society and politics of the Shire in particular in light of this context.Next episode we'll move into the 1960s and talk about how much hippies loved The Hobbit, and there will probably be some Creature Talk.Further Reading:Setting and Medievalism in Jackson's Lord of the RingsMedievalism: a Critical History by David MatthewsThe Victorian Medieval RevivalWilliam Morris' influence on TolkienSocial hierarchies in HobbitonSocial advancement in Middle Earth societies

Le 18 février 2026, le Front populaire de libération du Tigré (TPLF) a célébré son 51e anniversaire dans un contexte très tendu au Tigré. Le parti tigréen, architecte de la modernisation du pays, a dirigé le pays au sein d'une coalition durant près de 30 ans. Mais l'organisation historique peine aujourd'hui à passer outre les multiples crises qui la traversent. De notre correspondante de retour de Mekele Shire, Biruk arrange quelques bouteilles sur le comptoir de son échoppe située à deux pas de la gare routière de Shire. Le jeune commerçant est anxieux : « En ce moment, la situation au Tigré est très tendue. On entend beaucoup de choses. Alors que nous, tout ce que nous voulons, c'est la paix. » Depuis un mois, cette région d'Éthiopie connaît un regain de tensions, après des affrontements entre l'armée fédérale et les Forces de défense du Tigré, bras armé du TPLF. Ces combats font craindre une nouvelle guerre, alors même que le parti régional peine déjà à se remettre des multiples crises qui le traversent depuis une dizaine d'années. À lire aussiÉthiopie: au Tigré, le ton monte entre Addis Abeba et le TPLF, l'ONU appelle à la «désescalade» Le camp de Getachaw Reda s'oppose à celui de Debretsion Gebremichael La scission du TPLF en deux camps, en mars 2023, est l'une des crise les plus importantes, explique Yohannes Woldemariam, professeur de relations internationales à l'université du Colorado : « D'un côté, il y a Getachaw Reda et quelques généraux, qui sont maintenant du côté du Parti de la prospérité du Premier ministre. Et de l'autre côté, il y a Debretsion. » Debretsion Gebremichael est le leader du TPLF qui, officiellement, ne fait plus partie du paysage électoral. En mai 2025, il a été radié par la Commission électorale, pour avoir manqué aux obligations prévues par l'instance. Un coup de massue pour ce parti emblématique, sur lequel s'appuie désormais la concurrence pour se faire une place. Kinfe Hadush, président du parti d'opposition Sawet, décrypte : « Depuis qu'Abiy est arrivé au pouvoir, les Tigréens se sentent plus vulnérables. Aujourd'hui, non seulement, le TPLF ne représente plus les intérêts du Tigré, mais il n'a en plus aucun agenda spécifique. Le TPLF veut juste mobiliser la population pour la guerre. Mais le peuple résiste, il ne veut pas participer à cette guerre. » Le TPLF rencontre des problèmes internes et sa popularité est en berne De son côté, le vice-président du TPLF, Amanuel Assefa l'assure : le TPLF a encore un avenir. « Je reconnais que le TPLF doit résoudre de nombreux problèmes. Je ne peux pas dire que le parti bénéficie du même soutien qu'auparavant. Et d'ailleurs, si le TPLF n'est pas accepté par le peuple, il sera destitué, et un autre parti prendra le pouvoir. Mais ce n'est pas le cas. Le gouvernement fédéral conspire pour démanteler le parti par tous les moyens », martèle-t-il. En octobre 2025, le gouvernement éthiopien a dénoncé « une collusion évidente entre le gouvernement érythréen et le TPLF », dans l'optique d'une nouvelle guerre à venir. À lire aussiÉthiopie: un haut-responsable du Tigré accuse le gouvernement de se préparer à «lancer une guerre»

Folge 163: Monatsrückblick Februar 2026 mit Fighting Fantasy Quest, The Void Unveiled und Heroes of the Shire

Drift into the lush, peaceful world of the Shire in this cinematic sleep hypnosis journey inspired by The Lord of the Rings. Perfect for anyone who struggles to quiet a busy mind at night, this experience gently guides you through rolling green hills, cozy hobbit homes, and the comforting magic of Bilbo's homeland.As your body softens and your thoughts fade, you'll feel deeply safe, grounded, and serene. Tension melts away, replaced with warmth and calm. By morning, you'll awaken refreshed, clear-headed, and restored—like you've returned from a peaceful adventure.

Mark Edge's Anarchapulco Show! Interviewing Jeff Berwick, Aaron Day and Eric Brakey :: What will the future of Anarchapulco be after cartel violence? :: 2026-03-01 Hosts: Mark Edge

If I do this squat, it'll be the most squats I've ever done outside of The Shire.Discussed: Resident Evil Requiem, Capcom's modern hits, Off-Broadway Skyrim, our experience with Resident Evil, Leon and Grace, camp, Ys X: Proud Nordics, modern Ys gameplay, Buff Sam, Trails of Cold Steel, Falcom Corner, Marathon Server Slam, battle royales and Destiny-likes, BB's time with Destiny, extraction shooters, Super Monsanto, Big DefectFind us everywhere: https://intothecast.onlineBuy some merch, if you'd like: https://shop.intothecast.onlineJoin the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intothecast---Follow Stephen Hilger: https://bsky.app/profile/stephenhilger.bsky.socialFollow Brendon Bigley: https://bsky.app/profile/bb.wavelengths.onlineProduced by AJ Fillari: https://bsky.app/profile/ajfillari.bsky.social---Season 8 cover art by Scout Wilkinson: https://scoutwilkinson.myportfolio.com/Theme song by Will LaPorte: https://ghostdown.online/---Timecodes:(00:00) - Intro (00:19) - Resident Evil Requiem | Today's for the freaks (55:00) - Break (55:01) - Surprise! It's a Stephen segment (55:50) - Ys X: Proud Nordics | Pronounced like "geese" (01:08:44) - Trails of Cold Steel | Vita prep is ongoing! (01:16:45) - Alabaster Dawn | Check out BB talking about more demos on Wavelengths! (01:17:31) - Break (01:17:32) - Variations on a Samwise (01:18:05) - Marathon | Talking about Marathon (01:49:19) - Wrapping up ---Thanks to all of our amazing patrons, including our Eternal Gratitude members:SuperThisWayNick GStarfallrondoSusan H0nlygh0stsVincent JPatrick KEd AJ-RockSamantha DNorth HeroSam HSnzznJ-RockGregory Mark SCmndr BiscuiticemanChristian HRydan BCaleb HArden FEye of the DuckKaleNathan EJ. H. AjoelchronoMellowMatthew BRobin LPSeekingSeakingJimmerszoey!Vinny MMattKerry KBrian MNoah DZach DChristopher TDHugo WToddChris BLukerfuffleStephen YDaniel GEric FTaran WBrendan OChris ZClayton MZach RDylan NFederico VTigerz RevengeLogan HAlan RJohn AMike LmattjanzzDavid MHeavyPixelsKaleb HTyler JCorey ZSusan HBarry TRobert RChris JBrett Allen HDan SJack SGarrett CjimiiboJohn HDirch FJim EJim WTristan LEvan BAwfulHanzomin2Aaron GJean HTodd Nred_wagonNeilPeter BJohn VvErik MRedmage77Joshua JTony LDanny KGibson GKate Duncan BRichard MDaniel NSeth MJamesAndy HDemoEmmaLyn ECorey TCaleb WJake LJesse WMike TCodesMatt BWesleymebezacAlex LSergio LninjadeathdogRory BA42PoundMooseRobert MMichael WAndrewthis_JUSTINRyan O14.3 billion yearsBrendan KMegan BSecretAgentKoalaNoah OArcturusAndrew WhepaheChase ALoveDiesNick QChris MRBKaren HAdam FScott HAlexander SMatt HMurrayDavid PJason KMicah OKamrin HAndrew DKyle SPhilip N  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Here’s another episode in our series of interviews from the December 2, 2003 roundtable discussions! In this interview–just before The Return of the King was released–Sean Astin reflects on wrapping up The Lord of the Rings films and the impact they had on his career, his perspective on playing Sam, and how he navigated fame and family life during the trilogy's success. He also discusses: Why Astin sees Sam's cinematic arc as more heroic than the book's version The struggle to balance being “strong” on screen with being a faithful hobbit Sword training with a Star Wars legend—and why it didn't make the cut What “the Shire” means to Sean Astin personally—and where he finds his own ideal home (again!) In our extended episode (for members at https://theonering.com/members): How you can beta test the new Exploring Tolkien app and help shape its future

Mark Edge's Anarchapulco Show! Interviewing Jeff Berwick, Aaron Day and Eric Brakey :: What will the future of Anarchapulco be after cartel violence? :: 2026-03-01 Hosts: Mark Edge

Colin's experience in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco while the cartel was terrorizing the town :: The US gov is a cartel :: Resisting fear during terrorist situation :: NH tranny shoots at a border patrol agent, misses :: Cop kills a girl in a fitting room while she was trying on quinceanera dresses :: Tom says you should never shoot a cop and miss :: Study says AI can not become a danger and that activists are "wrong" :: Dave Ridley's new "TV" show online at ridleyreport.com "Legends of the Free State" :: All of Colin's knowledge of explosions and myths about propane tanks exploding :: Trump started this Iran war himself without congress :: The new food pyramid is still trash :: Elon Musk begged to go to The Island it was cringe and embarrassing :: Have we empowered nerds too much? :: Bill Clinton says he did nothing, saw nothing :: What is esoteric green language? :: Who is a bigger problem for us little people? "Elites" or local cops? :: Couple fined for their car thief not wearing a seatbelt :: Man's land in Wisconsin getting stolen for Trump's new data center to empower AI :: 2026-02-28 Hosts: Bonnie, Angelo, Colin

Colin's experience in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco while the cartel was terrorizing the town :: The US gov is a cartel :: Resisting fear during terrorist situation :: NH tranny shoots at a border patrol agent, misses :: Cop kills a girl in a fitting room while she was trying on quinceanera dresses :: Tom says you should never shoot a cop and miss :: Study says AI can not become a danger and that activists are "wrong" :: Dave Ridley's new "TV" show online at ridleyreport.com "Legends of the Free State" :: All of Colin's knowledge of explosions and myths about propane tanks exploding :: Trump started this Iran war himself without congress :: The new food pyramid is still trash :: Elon Musk begged to go to The Island it was cringe and embarrassing :: Have we empowered nerds too much? :: Bill Clinton says he did nothing, saw nothing :: What is esoteric green language? :: Who is a bigger problem for us little people? "Elites" or local cops? :: Couple fined for their car thief not wearing a seatbelt :: Man's land in Wisconsin getting stolen for Trump's new data center to empower AI :: 2026-02-28 Hosts: Bonnie, Angelo, Colin

Forkfest up in the air, please check forkfest.party through out the next month for updates :: The love of mediocrity is bad for human freedom :: Arguing the minutiae of freedom of movement with Skeeter :: Take Bonnie's dog, she will kill you :: Sarah brings up the 13 women buried in the desert near Epstein's Zorro Ranch in NM :: A bill that would just create more bureaucracy :: Which state is the biggest for human trafficking? :: Jay Noone and Colin call in to give live updates about the cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta :: We wouldn't have baby-eating pedos without the Federal Reserve, fiat money or the US Empire :: They're forcing you to give them your biometric data :: Pray for the people of Mexico and for the collapse of the fiat dollar :: Dave Ridley's new non-fiction series "Legends of the Free State" at RidleyReport.com coming soon :: 2026-02-22 Hosts: Bonnie, Rich E Rich, Riley

Quick note up top: we owe you a small apology for the audio quality this week due to some technical hiccups—thanks for bearing with us

Forkfest up in the air, please check forkfest.party through out the next month for updates :: The love of mediocrity is bad for human freedom :: Arguing the minutiae of freedom of movement with Skeeter :: Take Bonnie's dog, she will kill you :: Sarah brings up the 13 women buried in the desert near Epstein's Zorro Ranch in NM :: A bill that would just create more bureaucracy :: Which state is the biggest for human trafficking? :: Jay Noone and Colin call in to give live updates about the cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta :: We wouldn't have baby-eating pedos without the Federal Reserve, fiat money or the US Empire :: They're forcing you to give them your biometric data :: Pray for the people of Mexico and for the collapse of the fiat dollar :: Dave Ridley's new non-fiction series "Legends of the Free State" at RidleyReport.com coming soon :: 2026-02-22 Hosts: Bonnie, Rich E Rich, Riley

Joby Weeks wants his freedom :: AI precrime :: Trump tariffs :: revisionist history :: the aim of religions :: Sarah in NM calls about the addition of "pedestrian safety" focus to driver ed in NM :: CIA manufacturing case against Venezuela's new president in case she "derails" :: SBF wants a new trial :: caller from Mesa talks about goldbacks :: historic value of metal monies :: Epstein influence over UAE leaders on behalf of Israel :: 2026-02-21 Hosts: Stu, Riley, Rich E. Rich

Joby Weeks wants his freedom :: AI precrime :: Trump tariffs :: revisionist history :: the aim of religions :: Sarah in NM calls about the addition of "pedestrian safety" focus to driver ed in NM :: CIA manufacturing case against Venezuela's new president in case she "derails" :: SBF wants a new trial :: caller from Mesa talks about goldbacks :: historic value of metal monies :: Epstein influence over UAE leaders on behalf of Israel :: 2026-02-21 Hosts: Stu, Riley

This week we discussed the latest updates and Bullroarer builds, our favorite cloaks, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 46.2.1 Release Notes Update 47 Beta #2 Enad Global 7 Q4 Report Store Sales Go Ever On and On! Get 25% off: Select XP Boosts Enhanced XP Supply 100% Mark Acquisition Boosts Now through […]

Remember when we tried to have a comprehensive discussion of The Lord of the Rings in one 55-minute episode? Turns out there's a lot more to it.In this introduction to our LOTR (Revisited) series, we take a quiz to find out which characters we are, get on a soapbox about how adaptations and their respective source materials are two separate entities, then highlight a few of the topics we plan to delve deeper into over the next few episodes.Inspirations from Norse mythology and medieval epicsLore and races of Middle Earth and their real-world rootsTolkien's Medievalism through the lens of the Victorian eraHippie culture's embrace of The Hobbit and the Medievalism revival of the 1960s and 1970sTolkien's impact in modern fantasy fiction and Medievalism in current popular cultureTolkien's work in context of conversations about race, gender, and power hierarchies in fantasyHopefully we'll get to all of this. We'll see.

The boys bring it back to the Shire this week as they review The Hobbit, An Unexpected Journey. With the wild success of the Lord of the Rings movies from the early 2000's Peter Jackson returns to the well, and creates another banger from Middle Earth. The Hobbit follows the story of a young Bilbo Baggins as he travels with a group of dwarves to reclaim a kingdom that was taken over by a dragon.Support the showCatch new episodes of the Where to Stick It Podcast every Tuesday and Thursday. If you like the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon where we upload exclusive content each month for only $3 a month.

The image of a door is a significant concept in modern storytelling, be it the round doors of the Shire, the hall of doors in Alice and Wonderland, the back doors of The Matrix, or the door leading off set into the real world in The Truman Show, just to name a few. And yet, long before any of these, Jesus as messiah and master storyteller employed the concept of a door in his own teaching about his kingdom, his role, and his gospel. Tune in as we consider the words of Jesus in the parable of the narrow door.

College kids not leaving their phones alone even during sex :: Dave Ridley calls about Shire history and the "New London incident" Sarah in NM calls about parking cameras :: Skeeter calls about eminent domain :: David calls about ICE and CPB :: Marine arrested for observing after Pretti shooting :: James in AZ calls to complain about an FTL ad :: Mike in TX calls with praise for Ian Freeman and FTL :: Ralph calls about Howard Lutnick and other dirty characters :: Mike calls again about taxes :: 2026-02-15 Hosts: Stu, Riley, Rich E. Rich

Free Talk Live Valentine's Day Epstein Deep Dive Special :: 2026-02-14 Hosts: Bonnie, Angelo, Elsbeth

Squeaks, Frank, Jon and Thomas cover a packed episode that jumps from dream low-stakes spin-off ideas (God of War politics, Fallout slice-of-life, and cozy Shire chaos) into real-world hype around the Spider-Noir trailer and how Nicolas Cage changes the whole vibe in the best way. From there, the crew breaks down standout PlayStation State of Play reveals, including what they want from a God of War trilogy remake, why Game Freak's new project has people paying attention again, and which upcoming titles actually look worth the time. Then the conversation shifts into a big streaming debate: weekly releases vs binge drops vs the hybrid "first 2–3 episodes, then weekly" model. They dig into what works for mystery box shows like WandaVision and Severance, what falls apart when the writing doesn't match the release strategy, and why some series thrive when fans have time to theory-craft between episodes. The episode wraps with network updates and weekly recommendations, including a Cyclops comic shoutout and a heartfelt nod to Stevie's retirement from Good Mythical Morning after 13 years. Timestamps and Topics 00:00 Intro and crew check-in (Squeaks, Frank, John, plus a Thomas cameo) 00:00:35 Icebreaker: what massive franchise needs a low-stakes spin-off? 00:00:58 God of War spin-off pitch: Olympus politics, Spartan POV, and "collateral damage" storytelling 00:02:11 Frank's pitch: a Stardew Valley-style Fallout town rebuilding above ground 00:02:43 Jon's pitch: a cozy "life in the Shire" Lord of the Rings series 00:03:48 Thomas's pitch: smaller-scale Jurassic Park stories from a visitor or staff POV 00:05:06 Listener ideas from social: Zootopia case-of-the-week, Han Solo pulp vibes, law-and-order sketch artists 00:05:48 Spider-Noir trailer reactions: tone, action, investigation, and why Cage works 00:07:26 Prime Video adaptation trust: Fallout, The Boys, Invincible, and what Spider-Noir might get right 00:08:17 Rings of Power tangent: why "faithful" is complicated when rights are limited 00:09:02 Is Spider-Noir the Spider-Verse version or a variant? The crew debates 00:10:16 What fans actually want: more detective noir or more superhero chaos? 00:12:20 PlayStation State of Play recap begins: overall reactions and standout reveals 00:13:24 God of War trilogy remake talk and why "remake" matters more than "remaster" 00:13:56 Game Freak frustration, Pokémon burnout, and why a new IP could reset expectations 00:14:47 Classic vibes: the pull of 2D action and Castlevania-style nostalgia 00:15:52 Kena: Bridge of Spirits sequel excitement and "30-minute gaming" for busy adults 00:17:02 Star Wars Galactic Racers and the return of pod-racing energy 00:17:24 Project Wilderness: rooster warriors, Korean fantasy roots, and "The Bird That Drinks Tears" curiosity 00:21:13 Ride-or-die studios: Rockstar, Blizzard talk, and Saber's trust factor 00:21:31 John Wick game discussion: expectations, violence, and the question of gameplay style 00:23:40 Severance and Apple ownership: what expansion could look like without killing the mystery 00:26:59 The goats, the branches, and why answers can end the show 00:28:04 Spin-off pitch: military uses of severance tech and the darker implications 00:29:51 Helldivers movie with Jason Momoa: comedy vs serious tone, and how to make it work 00:33:02 Main topic: weekly episodes vs binging vs hybrid release models 00:36:22 Why weekly wins for theorizing, community talk, and "watercooler" moments 00:39:36 The hybrid model: dropping 2–3 episodes first, then weekly 00:41:09 Binge model strengths: completion, momentum, and not forgetting the show exists 00:48:05 Which genres fit which release style? Mystery box, character drama, sitcoms, and action 00:57:19 Network updates: upcoming shows, format shifts, and what's next across the Geek Freaks Network 00:58:19 Recommendations: Cyclops comic spotlight and Stevie's Good Mythical Morning retirement tribute Key Takeaways Big franchises can feel fresh again with smaller stories that focus on everyday life, side characters, and worldbuilding instead of saving the universe. Spider-Noir looks like it's leaning into style and personality, and Nicolas Cage makes it feel like its own thing instead of "another Spider-Man." Prime Video's track record with adaptations is earning trust, even when the company itself is a mixed bag for fans. State of Play talk lands on a simple truth: remakes need to feel rebuilt, not just polished. Game Freak has goodwill to win back, and a new IP might be their best shot to prove they can still deliver quality. Release models matter because writing matters. A weekly show needs episodes that stand on their own, not just pieces of a long movie. Weekly releases fuel theorizing, discussion, and community engagement. Binge releases maximize momentum and completion. The "2–3 episode premiere, then weekly" approach can be the sweet spot when it's planned from the start. Memorable Quotes "I want a Stardew Valley set in the Fallout universe." "Nicolas Cage is not a Spider-Man… Spider-Man is being made into a Nicolas Cage character." "It's not a remaster. It's a remake." "Once we find out what's up with the goats, the show's over." "That's a watercooler moment because everybody was like, wait, what happened?" Call to Action If you enjoyed this episode, make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast app, leave a review, and share the episode with a friend using #GeekFreaksPodcast. 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This episode lingers in a quieter chapter of Aldarion and Erendis—one shaped by parental involvement, careful silences, meaningful gifts, and time spent in sacred places. We explore half-reconciliations, poetic words that don't quite settle anything, and why moments of peace in Númenor often feel delicate rather than secure. It's gentle on the surface, emotionally complicated underneath, with the sea waiting patiently in the background.https://linktr.ee/sistersoftheshirepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/sistersoftheshirepodcast/https://www.patreon.com/sistersoftheshirepodcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/1HIhmdeX6761vi7RyOjl8f?si=_qwdGdP7SbmAP2RWlji54w

College kids not leaving their phones alone even during sex :: Dave Ridley calls about Shire history and the "New London incident" Sarah in NM calls about parking cameras :: Skeeter calls about eminent domain :: David calls about ICE and CPB :: Marine arrested for observing after Pretti shooting :: James in AZ calls to complain about an FTL ad :: Mike in TX calls with praise for Ian Freeman and FTL :: Ralph calls about Howard Lutnick and other dirty characters :: Mike calls again about taxes :: 2026-02-15 Hosts: Stu, Riley, Rich E. Rich

Send a textA rye cube, a lemon twist, and a splash of absinthe set the night in motion. We open with the Sazerac, swapping notes between Boatwright's at Port Orleans and our own New Orleans–style build, then take that same love of craft into a wild thought experiment: which non‑Disney characters and worlds would thrive under Disney's storytelling?We start with the legends. Bugs Bunny and the Looney Tunes spark a debate about timeless comedy, park characters, and the kind of physical gags that make queues feel alive. From there, we slide into Scooby‑Doo hijinks, SpongeBob's Bikini Bottom, and Bedrock's bronto‑size charm—proof that retro IP can still deliver modern magic. Gaming and anime icons raise the stakes: Mario's jump‑happy momentum, Pikachu's collect‑and‑trade culture, Sonic's speed run energy, and Hello Kitty's soft‑power merch. Each brings interactivity, replay value, and social fun that match how guests actually play parks today.We push beyond cartoons into cinematic sandboxes. Imagine a mid‑century Mad Men lounge with proper cocktails and impeccable woodwork. Picture Ghostbusters as a show‑driven effects playground, a Die Hard‑inspired tower drop with narrative beats, and a Jurassic World zone that sells scale without screen fatigue. Then we go epic: Middle‑earth as a multi‑land dream with the Shire's warmth, Rivendell's serenity, and Mordor's percussion and heat; Wizard of Oz for technicolor wonder and storm‑tossed transitions; Willy Wonka for edible illusions, fizzy‑lifting laughs, and music that hums through the pathways. Along the way we weigh Transformers, King Kong's Monarch universe, Hunger Games, Smurfs, Popeye, Garfield, Jetsons, and G.I. Joe—asking where Disney's “story per minute” advantage can turn good IP into unforgettable place.It's part cocktail hour, part imagineering session, and all heart for the details that make parks sing: scent, light, texture, music, and a wink of humor. Tap play, then tell us your top three non‑Disney IPs you'd hand to Disney and why. If you're vibing with the show, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a quick review—it helps more Disney lovers find our little corner of magic. Cheers!

Free Talk Live Valentine's Day Jeffrey Epstein Files Deep Dive Special :: 2026-02-14 Hosts: Bonnie, Angelo, Elsbeth

Trump posted a racist video of the Obamas :: Steph Curry an Israeli intelligence agent? :: Update on OpenAI sending subpoenas to people who talked to their employees :: Suing someone just to waste their time and money :: AI likely headed toward financial bubble :: Bonnie found Epstein email of JE making fun of Ross Ulbricht after arrest :: Tech companies to replace banks as secretive rulers of the world :: Zionism 2.0 :: Venezuela's prison for torture revealed after Maduro arrest :: Speeding cameras of different sorts :: WhistlinDiesel arrested in TN for Montana plates :: 2026-02-07 Hosts: Bonnie, Riley O'Bill, Angelo

Gen Z Dubbed the first gen dumber than the gen before :: Is their doing worse in school a sign they're breaking through the matrix? :: The Boomers' advantage and 2008 crash and the Dot Com bubble crash :: How much can AI replace surgeons? :: Reasons to avoid buying from an MLM :: Hillary and Bill Clinton want to testify in open court about Epstein :: "Qualified Imm-bull crap" :: Surveillence cams in cars :: Runaway Prius incidents memoryholed :: They dumb us down in public school so we can't stand up against them :: Don't take the plea deal :: NH activists history :: Russell Kanning's activist rampage :: "Snowball raid" on a fed building :: Should we have a duty to help a cop? :: Cops are trained to lie :: Who deported more people? Obama or Trump? :: No victim, no crime :: 2026-02-08 Hosts: Bonnie, Rich E Rich, Bear Arms

This month Susan stopped by one of her go to places for her crafting...slowfiber in Monterey, CA.Jaki Canterbury is building a community. Sharing maker skills, supplies and time. At slowfiber, the classroom is available, the shop is full of sustainability treasures and the ideas are boundless. Jaki says... You bring what you don't need and then get what you do need in the BUY SELL TRADE program. Your environmental foot-print is so much smaller this way. slowfiber is full of pre-owned supplies as well as new-sustainable-only maker-goods.So, sit back, relax, sew, knit or make what tickles your fancy. Please enjoy this month's episode of Susan's Shire.Links:https://www.slowfiber.com/https://www.mosshollowhill.com/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maker_cultureSupport the show

*VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE*This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we're still riding the high from an absolute blast at Fan Expo Portland — because yes, we met the Hobbits in real life and we are not emotionally recovered. We're sharing what the convention was like, the moments that made us lose all composure, the unexpected highlights, and why Tolkien fans might just be the best people on the planet. From celebrity encounters to nerdy joy overload, this episode is a cozy, chaotic recap of a weekend that felt straight out of every Tolkien Nerd's dream. Settle in, laugh along with us, and relive the magic of Fan Expo Portland through our very excited, very hobbit-struck eyes.https://linktr.ee/sistersoftheshirepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/sistersoftheshirepodcast/https://www.patreon.com/sistersoftheshirepodcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/1HIhmdeX6761vi7RyOjl8f?si=_qwdGdP7SbmAP2RWlji54w

Gen Z Dubbed the first gen dumber than the gen before :: Is their doing worse in school a sign they're breaking through the matrix? :: The Boomers' advantage and 2008 crash and the Dot Com bubble crash :: How much can AI replace surgeons? :: Reasons to avoid buying from an MLM :: Hillary and Bill Clinton want to testify in open court about Epstein :: "Qualified Imm-bull crap" :: Surveillence cams in cars :: Runaway Prius incidents memoryholed :: They dumb us down in public school so we can't stand up against them :: Don't take the plea deal :: NH activists history :: Russell Kanning's activist rampage :: "Snowball raid" on a fed building :: Should we have a duty to help a cop? :: Cops are trained to lie :: Who deported more people? Obama or Trump? :: No victim, no crime :: 2026-02-08 Hosts: Bonnie, Rich E Rich, Bear Arms

Trump posted a racist video of the Obamas :: Steph Curry an Israeli intelligence agent? :: Update on OpenAI sending subpoenas to people who talked to their employees :: Suing someone just to waste their time and money :: AI likely headed toward financial bubble :: Bonnie found Epstein email of JE making fun of Ross Ulbricht after arrest :: Tech companies to replace banks as secretive rulers of the world :: Zionism 2.0 :: Venezuela's prison for torture revealed after Maduro arrest :: Speeding cameras of different sorts :: WhistlinDiesel arrested in TN for Montana plates :: 2026-02-07 Hosts: Bonnie, Riley O'Bill, Angelo

Are the AIs plotting against us? :: Is YouTube already controlled by AI? :: Being nice to AI so it's nice to us :: Peter Thiel anagram is The Reptile :: Guy took all his texts with dead fiancé and put it into AI to pretend AI was her :: Postmodernism and subjective vs objective reality :: Hillary Clinton so disliked that she has to limit comments on her social media :: Bureaucrats admit to making regulations too hard to follow so they can go after you :: Cops are not above just killing you if you don't comply :: Each side thinks they're the counter culture of the other :: Divide and conquer over and over again :: Journalists running cover for Epstein :: Residents leaving New Mexico :: Venezuelan soldiers say the US hit them with energy weapons that made their eyes and ears bleed :: TSA fining people $50 :: 2026-01-31 :: Bonnie, Riley, Angelo

Hawaii's 9th circuit approved gun ban is impossible to follow :: New idea to limit government's gun grabbing- only if it was implemented in the 1790's :: NH red flag laws hidden in the restraining order statutes :: Bonnie's story that ended in a restraining order :: The judge ordered Bonnie gets a stranger's pets :: Dave Ridley's new call series on NH freedom movement OG activism :: Derrick J's Victimless Crime Spree ::Important to support activists you agree with :: The US developing weapons that may be illegal in international law :: How is Venezuela doing now? :: Turd is disappointed by Silent Hill 2 :: US capitol police claim jurisdiction outside of DC :: Are pensions communist? :: Hidden taxes :: The government union busting :: Social security is a pyramid scheme :: The UK age verifying VPNs 2026-02-01 :: Bonnie, Mr.Penguin, Angelo

Hawaii's 9th circuit approved gun ban is impossible to follow :: New idea to limit government's gun grabbing- only if it was implemented in the 1790's :: NH red flag laws hidden in the restraining order statutes :: Bonnie's story that ended in a restraining order :: The judge ordered Bonnie gets a stranger's pets :: Dave Ridley's new call series on NH freedom movement OG activism :: Derrick J's Victimless Crime Spree ::Important to support activists you agree with :: The US developing weapons that may be illegal in international law :: How is Venezuela doing now? :: Turd is disappointed by Silent Hill 2 :: US capitol police claim jurisdiction outside of DC :: Are pensions communist? :: Hidden taxes :: The government union busting :: Social security is a pyramid scheme :: The UK age verifying VPNs 2026-02-01 :: Bonnie, Mr.Penguin, Angelo

Are the AIs plotting against us? :: Is YouTube already controlled by AI? :: Being nice to AI so it's nice to us :: Peter Thiel anagram is The Reptile :: Guy took all his texts with dead fiancé and put it into AI to pretend AI was her :: Postmodernism and subjective vs objective reality :: Hillary Clinton so disliked that she has to limit comments on her social media :: Bureaucrats admit to making regulations too hard to follow so they can go after you :: Cops are not above just killing you if you don't comply :: Each side thinks they're the counter culture of the other :: Divide and conquer over and over again :: Journalists running cover for Epstein :: Residents leaving New Mexico :: Venezuelan soldiers say the US hit them with energy weapons that made their eyes and ears bleed :: TSA fining people $50 :: 2026-01-31 :: Bonnie, Riley, Angelo

Hearing at temp NH state house to form a study committee on independence :: caller talks about the shooting in Minneapolis today, argues with us about borders :: caller talks about a "gold backed currency" project :: Tommy from FL calls about ICE and the people's general bloodlust :: Dave Ridley calls about AI alignment :: Tim in FL calls to raise red flags about the "gold backed currency" caller's website :: Sarah from NM will not be mad at us if NH gains independence :: Skeeter calls to throw shade at NH independence :: Paul in AZ fully supports NH independence, has a discussion with us about crypto and currency freedom :: Stu, Mr. Penguin, Riley

Texas grid monopoly and the California rolling brown outs that have become normal :: Winter storm over half of country :: Renee Good vieo and other ICE murders :: Which ICE is more dangerous? :: Biden ALSO wanted federal police in cities :: Marxism is why leftists like muslims despite the muslims saying gayness is a sin :: IS there such thing as TOO MUCH individualism? :: The Free State Project for libertarians to migrate together :: We are humans in rat utopia :: Democrats are closested racists :: A book predicting AI superintelligence in 2014 :: Society is too self-obsessed everyone wants to be a famous tik toker :: What would happen if welfare disappeared tomorrow? :: David from NM calls about getting attacked and his phone being thrown :: Hawaii tries to subvert the 2nd ammendment :: Restaurants closed because of ICE. Democrats didn't care about small businesses having to close when it was due to covid :: Too many cop brutality videos leads to depression. Having libertarian community is the antidote :: 2026-01-25 :: Bonnie, Colin, Angelo

Energy crisis! Texas grid monopoly and the California rolling brown outs that have become normal :: Winter storm over half of country :: Renee Good vieo and other ICE murders :: Which ICE is more dangerous? :: Biden ALSO wanted federal police in cities :: Marxism is why leftists like muslims despite the muslims saying gayness is a sin :: IS there such thing as TOO MUCH individualism? :: The Free State Project for libertarians to migrate together :: We are humans in rat utopia :: Democrats are closested racists :: A book predicting AI superintelligence in 2014 :: Society is too self-obsessed everyone wants to be a famous tik toker :: What would happen if welfare disappeared tomorrow? :: David from NM calls about getting attacked and his phone being thrown :: Hawaii tries to subvert the 2nd ammendment :: Restaurants closed because of ICE. Democrats didn't care about small businesses having to close when it was due to covid :: Too many cop brutality videos leads to depression. Having libertarian community is the antidote :: 2026-01-25 :: Bonnie, Colin, Angelo

Hearing at temp NH state house to form a study committee on independence :: caller talks about the shooting in Minneapolis today, argues with us about borders :: caller talks about a "gold backed currency" project :: Tommy from FL calls about ICE and the people's general bloodlust :: Dave Ridley calls about AI alignment :: Tim in FL calls to raise red flags about the "gold backed currency" caller's website :: Sarah from NM will not be mad at us if NH gains independence :: Skeeter calls to throw shade at NH independence :: Paul in AZ fully supports NH independence, has a discussion with us about crypto and currency freedom :: 2026-01-24 Hosts: Stu, Mr. Penguin, Riley