145: Year End Q&A - Ask Me Anything!

Gollum becomes suspicious, and Bilbo flees - but something surprising happens. The Ring is more subtle than we might expect.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastOn Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Editions: https://www.audible.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/ringsloreAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

16 Dec 202434min

Probably the most memorable sentence in the entire Hobbit, and it gives us incredible insights into who Gollum is.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastOn Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Editions: https://www.audible.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/ringsloreAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

9 Dec 202435min

What could be more terrifying than wagering your life on riddles with a scary creature in the dark? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastOn Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Editions: https://www.audible.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/ringsloreAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

2 Dec 202431min

We begin the most iconic chapter in the entire book. Something that sticks with all of us, after reading. We all know what it's like to wander around in the dark. The fear. The loneliness...Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastOn Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Editions: https://www.audible.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/ringsloreAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 Nov 202434min

The book's tone continues to darken as we get our first glimpse of real combat, and a look at legendary swords.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastOn Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceThreads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radioBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.socialSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Editions: https://www.audible.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/ringsloreAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

18 Nov 202435min

Tolkien's perspective on orcs/goblins/uruks is more nuanced and interesting than you might have realized. Let's discuss the capture of Thorin's party by the goblins in the mountain.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastOn Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Editions: https://www.audible.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/ringsloreAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11 Nov 202432min

Bilbo's first mountain experience turns terrifying, and only descends from there.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastOn Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Editions: https://www.audible.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/ringsloreAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

4 Nov 202435min