Aug 1

From the Vault: Dinner with King Tut, with Sam Kean

In this classic episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert chats with Sam Kean about his new book “Dinner with King Tut: How Rogue Archaeologists Are Re-creating the Sights, Sounds, Smells, and Tastes of Lost Civilizations.” (originally published 7/3/2025)See omnystudio.com/liste ... Show More

43m 56s

Jul 31

Weirdhouse Cinema: The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms

In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1953’s “The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms,” a pivotal entry in the history of giant monster movies directed by Eugène Lourié and with effects by the legendary Ray Harryhausen. It stars Paul Hibschmid, Paula Raymond and Cecil K ... Show More

1h 23m

Jul 30

The Shocking Vastness of Prairie , Part 1

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the vast North American grasslands of which poet William Cullen Bryant wrote, “These are the gardens of the desert, these the unshorn fields, boundless and beautiful, for which the speech of England has no name — ... Show More

1h 11m

Jan 2023

Series 7: JRR Tolkien

Thanyia Moore, Lauren Pattison and Pierre Novellie are on a quest for the man who created the Ring. Is he more Sauron or Gandalf?Producer Beth O'Dea. Evil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds

46m 28s

Jan 2025

001 A Long-expected Party – Book I, Chapter I, Fellowship of the Ring

<p>Join Zach & Logan as they read Book I, Chapter I of Fellowship of the Ring, A Long-expected Party. We explore the significance of Bilbo's birthday celebration, the nature of the One Ring, and the cultural nuances of Hobbiton. The conversation highlights the humor in Tolkie ... Show More

1h 8m

Nov 2020

November 26, 2020: J.R.R. Tolkien, Poet & Author

Today’s quote is the go-to mantra of explorers everywhere, pulled from the first volume of Tolkien’s epic Lord of the Rings saga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2m 59s

Aug 2022

Ring of Power Pt. 1: The Rhinegold

Before there was Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, there was Richard Wagner’s The Ring of Nibelung. Infused with ancient Norse and Germanic myths, the composer’s epic opera cycle deals in power, corruption, and uncontrollable destruction. At its center is a ring forged from the en ... Show More

52m 18s

Sep 2024

'The Rings of Power' Season 2 Mini-Mailbag

The journey is best not ventured alone. Thankfully Jo and Mal are here to answer all of your burning questions about this upcoming season of 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.' Join them as they discuss meet-cutes, who might become a ring wraith, and even a little talk o ... Show More

1h 37m

Jul 2023

The Lord of The Ring's Lament: Don't Put All Your Eggs in One Ring

<p>This episode is part of my self-soothing parody sub-substack <a target="_blank" href="https://thefrontierpsychiatrists.substack.com/s/the-palantir-of-the-discoverable">about the lord of the rings related parody content.</a> This one features the lord of the rings! Please Lea ... Show More

8m 12s

Dec 2024

S07E04 - Literature⏐Tolkien and the power of the ring

Some jewels have only ever existed in books, and this is probably why they are so famous. Tolkien’s rings are amongst those mythical jewels found only in fiction, created thanks to their talented author. However, Tolkien did in fact, attempt to anchor his iconic rings to a true s ... Show More

13m 35s

Sep 2022

'The Rings of Power' Episode 6 Deep Dive | House of R

Joanna and Mal journey to Middle-earth once again to talk about the latest episode of 'The Rings of Power.' They start by discussing their overall impressions of the episode (8:13). Then, they go for a Helm's-Deep deep dive into the episode to break down all the details and chara ... Show More

2h 3m

Mar 2022

3. All 14 of the Valar

These are the most powerful spirits in Arda, the main powers of the world, and the most important themes in the eyes of Tolkien. Let's explore their roles and how they affect Middle Earth. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://ww ... Show More

37m 32s

Oct 2018

The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring

Amy & Paul embark on an epic quest through Peter Jackson’s 2001 fantasy adaptation The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring! They praise Elijah Wood’s stellar silent acting, learn which modern dictator hates being compared to Gollum, and debate which if any Harry Potter ... Show More

1h 25m

The One Ring