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Lord of the Rings Lorecast - J.R.R. Tolkien's World & Writings Explained
From The Silmarillion to the Hobbit to The Rings of Power and The Lord of the Rings. From the creation of the world to what happened after the destruction of the One Ring, this podcast explains all of the lore, characters, history, and mythology of J.R.R. Tolkien's amazingly deep and complex world one topic at a time.
It's like the best college course you could ever take with a professor who loves Middle Earth and adds in some mind-blowing concepts along the way. Whether you're new to the fandom or someone interested in brushing up on the details and expanding your perspective, this is the perfect Tolkien podcast for you.
This is part of the Robots Radio network and is brought to you by the host of other hit lore shows including the Fallout Lorecast, Elder Scrolls Lorecast, and Retro Recall. For business inquiries or advertising please contact robotsnetwork@gmail.com.
This podcast is supported by our patrons at https://patreon.com/lotrlorecast.
- Books chart
- #98
- Episodes
- 237
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 31 min
- On air since
- 2022
- Latest episode
- 1 day ago
Episodes
237 episodes, from the first
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43 min
1. Tolkien's Creation Story, The Ainulindalë
Episode 1
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Tolkien's Creation Story is genius and reveals deep truths about our own world.
How did Tolkien's world begin? Here's his creation myth, as told by the Elves, with some very interesting foreshadowing for what this means for the future of the world and how things will play out for both Good and Evil.
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32 min
2. The Beginning of Time & The Creation of the Valar
Episode 2
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The creation story continues with the introduction of Manwe, Ulmo, and Aule: the Valar who represent the air, water, and land, respectively, and we descend into the world at the beginning of time itself.
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38 min
3. All 14 of the Valar Explained
Episode 3
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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.
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35 min
4. The Most Beautiful Creations of the Valar: The 2 Trees of Valinor
Episode 4
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The way Tolkien brings light to his world is extremely unique and highlights the struggle between the powers of good and evil. So what do 2 trees have to do with this? Well, it's very one of the coolest things he created in his mythology.
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36 min
5. The Coming of the Elves
Episode 5
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The Elves are finally here! But are the Valar ready? And what terrible things does Melkor have in store for them?
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32 min
6. The Creation of the Dwarves
Episode 6
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If the Elves and Men are the Children of Iluvatar, then where do the Dwarves come from? And when? What if I told you that the answer is not actually that simple and kind of surprising.
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33 min
7. The Sundering of the Elves
Episode 7
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Have you ever wondered why there are so many different groups of elves? The Elves are welcomed to Valinor, but the journey is not as simple as it seems. Not all decide to go and many splinter off along the way...
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32 min
8. The Greatest of the Elves: Feanor
Episode 8
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We finally get to talk about individual Elves and their stories, so let's begin with the most impressive Elf to have ever lived. Feanor. "The Spirit of Fire."
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35 min
9. The Theft of the Silmarils
Episode 9
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This episode has it all. Betrayal. Exile. Murder. Theft. Revenge. A Cthulhuesque "god" from the outer darkness ready to help at a moment's notice? Check.
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36 min
10. The Power & Wisdom of Galadriel
Episode 10
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Feanor might be "officially" the greatest of the elves, but great can be subjective. Let's talk about Galadriel, and why she might give him a run for his money.
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37 min
11. The Oath of Feanor
Episode 11
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The light of the trees is extinguished, and Feanor's thoughts turn dark as he vows revenge against Melkor.
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31 min
12. The Doom of Feanor
Episode 12
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Feanor's vow of revenge turns to blood, but not the blood of orcs or Melkor. Feanor and his sons are driven to terrible deeds that will forever change the future of the elves of Middle Earth.
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34 min
13. The Nature of "Magic"
Episode 13
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How does magic actually work in Tolkien's works? Who can use it and how is it different than what we might expect?
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31 min
14. The First Battle of Beleriand
Episode 14
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Before the Noldor make it to Beleriand, the Elves there had to deal with the return of Melkor without them. And this sets up the political background of the land the Noldor would settle.
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30 min
15. The End of The Years of the Trees
Episode 15
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We wrap up the final years of the Trees with the terrible events that befall Feanor's sons, the creation of two very important celestial bodies, and... something else.
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33 min
16. The Awakening of Men
Episode 16
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With the first rising of the sun comes the awakening of men in Middle Earth. What were they like? How did they interact with the Elves? Where did they settle? We discuss all of this and more.
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34 min
17. The Friendship of Fingon & Maedros
Episode 17
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As Fingolfin's host enters Beleriand, the sun rises, flowers bloom, and Melkor attempts to blot out the sun. Fingon searches for Maedros and a way to ease the strife between the groups of Noldor.
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33 min
18. A Time of Peace
Episode 18
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With Maedros saved, the Noldor decide to explore more of Beleriand, meet King Thingol, and claim new lands for themselves... all while the shadow of Melkor looms.
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31 min
19. Sneak Peak - Bonus Ep: Valar vs Mythology & The Importance of Grief
Episode 19
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I'm on vacation this week, so I've cracked open the Patron bonus episode vault to share with you some insights into the Valar vs Mythological gods.
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30 min
20. Caves, Towers, and Battle
Episode 20
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Finrod and Turgon found two great hidden cities, and Melkor again tests the might of the Noldor.
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