62. Tolkien Still Matters : with Nick Groom, author of Tolkien in the 21st Century

62. Tolkien Still Matters : with Nick Groom, author of Tolkien in the 21st Century

This week Michael and I talked with Professor Nick Groom, author of Tolkien in the 21st Century: The Meaning of Middle-earth Today, releasing Sept. 5, 2023 (apologies for some some of the echo in the audio!). Professor Groom’s book is a detailed, in-depth, but very readable look into MIddle-earth, and how he perceives Tolkien as more relevant than ever before–particularly in a post-COVID culture. This was a refreshing discussion that dove deep into things including:

  • Professor Groom’s thoughts on the ambiguity of evil in Middle-earth
  • How Tolkien’s themes are vital in a post-lockdown era
  • Why he believes The Rings of Power is a great story in the tradition of Middle-earth adaptations–but definitely isn’t Tolkien’s story.

Then, join us in our extended episode (https://theonering.com/members) where we:

  • Does The Rings of Power deserve the amount of criticism we give it?
  • Who is his favorite character in all of Middle-earth?
  • What should be done to encourage young artists to write great new stories again?

🎉 To get the extended episode, become a member at https://theonering.com/members ($4/mo and free for the 1st month)! Nick Groom is the Professor of Literature in English at the University of Macau, held positions at universities of Chicago, Stanford and Exeter where he holds an Honorary Professorship, and for many years taught the only UK undergraduate course in Tolkien. BECOME A MEMBER! Get access to the extended edition of this podcast, our private Discord chat, and live chats. Click here! 🔗 Episode Links Tolkien in the 21st Century (US version) Twenty-First-Century Tolkien (UK version) The Last Ringbearer 🎧 Subscribe to our Podcast Get the Extended Podcast Subscribe on Apple Subscribe on Google 🔍 If You Like Tolkien The Silmarillion The Fall of Númenor The Fall of Gondolin The Children of Hurin The Atlas of Middle-earth The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien 🗣 Special Thanks to Austin Robertson for the use of his voice! 🖼 Special Thanks to Anna Grumbine for the artwork!

Jaksot(156)

4. Valaquenta – The Silmarillion – 2

4. Valaquenta – The Silmarillion – 2

In the second chapter of The Silmarillion, Valaquenta, Michael, Dan, and Jonathan test their knowledge with “All that is Gold, Does Not Glitter”, decide that Varda should’ve dated Melkor, and explain that Tolkien was a true flat-earther! Listen as we discuss these questions and look to find answers directly in Tolkien’s text! Keep listening till the end to hear what you should check out if you like Tolkien! And don’t forget that you can watch us on YouTube too! Get The Silmarillion audio book for FREE!  Just become an Audible Premium Plus member, get your first month (and book credit free), use that credit to get The Silmarillion, and then cancel before your first month is up! Get The Silmarillion Get The Atlas of Middle-earth

14 Kesä 202231min

3. Ainulindalë – The Silmarillion – 1

3. Ainulindalë – The Silmarillion – 1

Join Michael, Dan, and Jonathan as they begin the long journey through The Silmarillion with the first chapter, Ainulindalē. We tackle questions like… Why is music so important? Is there a direct relationship between the Biblical creation story and Tolkien’s? How much do the Valar actually KNOW? Why are Manwé and Melkor “brothers”? Why is water important? Are the Valar really transgender? Listen as we discuss these questions and look to find answers directly in Tolkien’s text! Stay till the end to hear what you should check out if you like Tolkien! And checkout our series, A Tolkien Virgin… Get The Silmarillion audio book for FREE!  Just become an Audible Premium Plus member, get your first month (and book credit free), use that credit to get The Silmarillion, and then cancel before your first month is up! Get The Silmarillion Get The Atlas of Middle-earth Watch us on YouTube!

7 Kesä 202235min

2. Thoughts on Amazon’s Rings of Power

2. Thoughts on Amazon’s Rings of Power

Michael, Dan, and Jonathan offer their thoughts on what we know and what we’ve seen about Amazon’s Rings of Power series, and also talk about what Silmarillion story they would like to see put on film. And Dan just wants bearded dwarf women… Make sure you read the first part of The Silmarillion, Ainulindalë, as we’ll start our read through next week! Rings of Power Trailer Amazon “Superfan” Videos BECOME A MEMBER to join the ongoing conversation! Get The Silmarillion Get The Atlas of Middle-earth

31 Touko 202228min

1. An Introduction to Window on the West

1. An Introduction to Window on the West

Who are these guys? Why are they doing a podcast?  When did they read the Lord of the Rings?  How do they know each other? Learn a little bit about Jonathan, Michael, and Dan in this inaugural episode of Window on the West! BECOME A MEMBER to join the conversation on this podcast and everything else at TheOneRing.com Get The Silmarillion Get The Atlas of Middle-Earth by Karen Wynn-Fonstad

25 Touko 202212min

Suosittua kategoriassa Politiikka ja uutiset

aikalisa
rss-ootsa-kuullut-tasta
ootsa-kuullut-tasta-2
tervo-halme
rss-kuka-mina-olen
et-sa-noin-voi-sanoo-esittaa
politiikan-puskaradio
rss-vaalirankkurit-podcast
otetaan-yhdet
rikosmyytit
rss-podme-livebox
aihe
radio-antro
rss-raha-talous-ja-politiikka
rss-tasta-on-kyse-ivan-puopolo-verkkouutiset
rss-merja-mahkan-rahat
rss-skn-parhaat