117: The Hobbit Close Reading 3 - Bilbo Meets...

As a young reader, I would often skip over the poems/songs in Tolkien's stories. I thought they were silly or unimportant. But now I know exactly how important they really are.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com ...  عرض المزيد

There are many moments throughout the story where Bilbo has to rise to the occasion, but did you notice the very first time he does?Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastOn Youtube: https://www.youtube ...  عرض المزيد

As we resume Chapter 4 of The Hobbit, Bilbo and friends are captured by goblins. Thorin Oakenshield’s name and reputation are known in these parts, and the Great Goblin does not take kindly to his arrival. Gandalf comes to the rescue with his shining Elven-sword, allowing our her ...  عرض المزيد

It’s our first ever Prancing Pony Podcast Q&A episode! Alan and Shawn answer live questions from our very special guests, ranging from the fun to the philosophical. Topics include our favorite villains, the surprising similarities between goblins and dwarves, and the importance o ...  عرض المزيد

Guys Todd told us he's gonna release a new .jpeg soon. Seriously, any day now it's time for the Elder Scrolls. While you wait, how about an OSPod? In this episode we talk all sorts of mummies, Blue's new Warhammer gamer life, and of course, the soon impending Elder Scrolls 6.< ...

Happy 40th Anniversary of the release of The Empire Strikes Back! In this episode we finally hear about the war between the Empires of Xim and the Hutts! We hear about numerous mercenary alien species that we have seen on screen already without even knowing it. Also I have launch ...  عرض المزيد