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Latest episodes

  • 12. The Doom of Feanor

    May 16, 2022 · 31 min

    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. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes…

  • 11. The Oath of Feanor

    May 9, 2022 · 37 min

    The light of the trees is extinguished, and Feanor's thoughts turn dark as he vows revenge against Melkor. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and…

  • 10. The Power & Wisdom of Galadriel

    May 1, 2022 · 36 min

    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. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free…

  • 9. The Theft of the Silmarils

    April 25, 2022 · 35 min

    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. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free…

  • 8. The Greatest of the Elves: Feanor

    April 18, 2022 · 32 min

    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." Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free…

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  • 7. The Sundering of the Elves

    April 11, 2022 · 33 min

    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... Join our Patreon for…

  • 6. The Creation of the Dwarves

    April 4, 2022 · 32 min

    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. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early…

  • 5. The Coming of the Elves

    March 28, 2022 · 36 min

    The Elves are finally here! But are the Valar ready? And what terrible things does Melkor have in store for them? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live…

  • 4. The Most Beautiful Creations of the Valar: The 2 Trees of Valinor

    March 21, 2022 · 35 min

    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…

  • 3. All 14 of the Valar Explained

    March 14, 2022 · 38 min

    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…

  • 2. The Beginning of Time & The Creation of the Valar

    March 7, 2022 · 32 min

    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. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus…

  • 1. Tolkien's Creation Story, The Ainulindalë

    February 25, 2022 · 43 min

    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…

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About the show

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.