243: Unchanging Virtues and Bittersweet Farewells: Exploring “The Return Journey'” in Tolkien’s The Hobbit

4000 years of history, including Sauron's rise power in the Black Years, the coming of the Wizards from the West, and the end of the Second and Third Ages. A breakdown of the second half of "Of the Ri...

11 Elo 202215min

The Rings of Power were crafted in the Second Age. What was Sauron's influence on them, and how did he convince the Elves to trust him? We examine the works of JRR Tolkien, from the Silmarillion to th...

4 Elo 202216min

A splinter group of Númenor, their history in the Second Age and appearances in the Third Age. From the work of JRR Tolkien, including the Lord of the Rings and the Silmarillion. Advertising Inquiri...

2 Elo 20223min

Sauron convinces Ar-Pharazon to break the ban of the Valar, and sail to war against the Undying Lands. Elendil and the Faithful land in Middle-earth as exiles. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcir...

28 Heinä 202212min

Three lore connections from the Rings of Power trailer released at San Diego ComicCon in July 2022. Exploring the Trees of Valinor, Galdriel's family history, and Sauron's deceptions. We explore the w...

22 Heinä 20225min

While the Númenóreans seek to avoid to death, a forgotten foe arises in Middle-earth: Sauron. Yet though subtle and lies, Sauron is able to turn the King of Númenor into his puppet. An analysis of J...

21 Heinä 202215min

My reactions and thoughts about the most recent teaser for Amazon's Rings of Power. In a word: THRILLED! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/...

15 Heinä 20226min

The Kingdom of Númenor, founded by the Valar and gifted to Elros and the faithful men, this kingdom was the pinnacle of bliss, wisdom, and power for mortal men. But they can't outlive death...and they...

14 Heinä 202216min