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 heroes a chance to escape… maybe. We get word-nerdy to explain Tolkien’s use of the ... Show More
Oct 2022
33. Beren and Luthien Part 6: The Gates of Angband
Werewolf and bat costumes, the goodest boy speaks a 2nd time, and a confrontation with evil Clifford.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of ... Show More
33m 57s
Feb 2024
99: Unfinished Tales: The Crossing of the Sirion
Tuor and Voronwë, exhausted, attempt to dodge orcs and ford a river only to be surprised by unlikely help.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastOn Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLoreca ... Show More
27m 59s
Oct 2022
35. Beren and Luthien Part 8: Doom Unstoppable
A journey with the Eagles, a time of healing, and an unexpected conversation with a King.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings a ... Show More
40m 33s
Jul 2017
RQG 59 - Run Awaaaaaay!
Join Alex, Lydia, James, Bryn and Ben as they soggily attempt to escape La Gourmand's forces.This episode, Bertie gets stealthy, Hamid helps, Sasha sleeps and Zolf dithers.Thanks to this week's patrons:Angelina Orlicky, Sigurd Hrothvitnir, Surly Beast, George Sulea, Margo Axsom, ... Show More
46m 19s
Jun 2024
116: The Hobbit Close Reading 2 - Baggins vs Took
Tolkien, in his masterful way, reveals so much about Bilbo through a quick description of Bilbo's parents, and a short conversation with Gandalf. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastOn Youtube: https ... Show More
36m 14s