Best Valar Podcasts (2024)

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Q2Q Presents: You Know Nothin’ - “Valar Dohaeris” (3.1) PART TWO 1:30:21

6d ago1:30:21

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Raise your ales and swords for the “You Know Nothin’ Podcast,” where Collin and Lyndon (or sometimes Quentin) rank and review every episode of “Game of Thrones” in non-sequential order. Today we’re talking about “Valar Dohaeris” (3.1) again, and this time we’re doing it in a car beneath the rain. Our Listeners Guard is just that brave, yeh! Thanks …

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Comparing Tolkien’s Valar with the Greek Pantheon | Patreon Request 42:04

11d ago42:04

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On the surface there are many parallels between the Valar of Tolkien’s Middle-earth and the Greek pantheon, but probe a little deeper and significant differences emerge. This video was requested by one of my Patreon supporters! If you want to have the right to pick a video topic, check out my Patreon link below! Other Links: Playeur (formerly Utreo…

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What Would Have Happened If Frodo Had Died in Moria? Who Knows! 26:27

4h ago26:27

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A viewer asked me in an email what I thought would have happened if Frodo hadn't been wearing Bilbo's mithril coat and had instead been killed in Moria. I tried to come up with a response, but as it turns out there are just too many possibilities, so instead I made this video describing my thought process and why "what if" questions can be dangerou…

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326 – Don’t You (Forget About Me) 1:45:47

1h ago1:45:47

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Gimli offers to speedily fetch his axe, while James offers to speedily fetch his microphone. Join The Man of the West in welcoming back The Sage of the South as Théoden is laid to rest in our first of three episodes on Many Partings. Arwen offers Frodo a lovely parting gift, Aragorn gifts the Grey Wood to the Drúadan, and two kings struggle with gi…

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#009 Aaron Slodov: Founder of Atomic Industries & Remesh 1:15:41

3d ago1:15:41

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Q2Q Presents: Lucy Goobers- “Sanctuary” and “Nightmare on Elm Street” 1:18:05

4h ago1:18:05

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It’s time for another “Lucy Goobers.” Thanks for being a good Judy and listening in. This is the show where Collin and his bestie from the Westie talk about movies (mostly on Netflix or Hulu but pretty much anywhere). Today we’re discussing “Sanctuary” and “Nightmare on Elm Street” (the OG). Both of these film are wonderfully weird, and so are we. …

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP2 "The Rogue Prince" 45:27

3d ago45:27

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Minwa and Tony continue their recap of House of the Dragon season 1 and discuss the jam-packed second episode of the series! They chat about Rhaenyra’s boldness after speaking her mind at the Small Council and at Dragonstone while ‘The Rogue Prince’ Daemon announces his intentions that deem him worthy of the nickname. They also tap into the perspec…

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Lord of the Rings Book vs. Movie: The King of the Golden Hall 41:34

4d ago41:34

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Peter Jackson’s take on the confrontation of Gandalf on the one hand and Theoden and Grima Wormtonge on the other drastically changes the nature of what is going on in the scene. Some of that is somewhat dictated by the medium of cinema, but some of it is...not. Other Links: Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/ Rumbl…

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325 – When Love Comes to Town 2:11:52

4d ago2:11:52

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The reign of Aragorn Elessar begins, as the reign of Sara ends - quite possibly with her sailing off on a ship filled with cats. Join The Man of the West and the Shield-maiden of Rohan as Gandalf and the new king go mountain-climbing in our last episode on The Steward and the King. Frodo tries to be patient, Aragorn looks for a sign, and Arwen arri…

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House of the Dragon: S1 | EP1 "The Heirs of the Dragon" 57:25

10d ago57:25

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Minwa and Tony start their House of the Dragon recap in preparation for the show’s second season! They cover the show’s background and novel - Fire & Blood - while diving into the series premiere that seamlessly takes viewers back to Westeros after GoT, from book differences to GoT connections, Westerosi history, thematic elements, and of course, i…

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#008 Soren Monroe-Anderson: Founder of Neros 1:11:59

14d ago1:11:59

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This is my conversation with Soren Monroe-Anderson, one of the co-founders of Neros Technologies. Neros is a drone startup based in El Segundo. Soren's X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/soren_ma Neros Technologies Website: neros.tech My X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ti_morse

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Q2Q Presents: the You Know Nothin’ Pod - “Valar Dohaeris, 3.1” 1:47:23

9d ago1:47:23

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Journey across Westeros and back with co-host Lyndon and I. We are making the official Q2Q ranking of every GOT episode, and we’re watching them from the middle to the end of my preliminary list. We think the world needs a hand holding for those rewatches after the ending of the show itself left everyone divided. Watch along with us starting here: …

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324 – A Sort of Homecoming 1:54:07

11d ago1:54:07

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It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for: The Return of… Ioreth. Join The Man of the West and The Shield-maiden of Rohan as Faramir tenders his resignation in our third episode on The Steward and the King. Ioreth educates her kinswoman, Faramir uses his Ask the Audience lifeline, and Aragorn gives Beregond a fright. We wonder why Dol Amroth harpe…

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Q2Q Presents: Lucy Goobers, Two - “Past Lives” and “Immaculate” 1:25:07

14d ago1:25:07

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This is the podcast where @squidlegs and his bestie in the Westie talk about movies. This week we discuss “Past Lives” and “Immaculate.” Stay tuned for more hawt takes on the world of cinema in future episodes. Follow us on @Queer_2_Queer Music by @dogweekendmusic - please follow them on Instagram.By Collin Miller

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#007 Garrett Scott: Founder of Pipedream Labs 1:40:44

19d ago1:40:44

1:40:44

This was a fascinating convo and Garrett is one of the most relentless founders I've ever met.

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Q2Q Presents: Lucy Goobers, One - “Damsel” and “May December” 1:11:31

21d ago1:11:31

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Welcome to a show where my friend and I talk about movies were watching. This week we’re looking at “Damsel” and “May December.” Both films will be spoiled, and we recommend checking them out before listening in. Stay tuned each week for more hawt takes. @Queer_2_queer Big thanks to Spotify for hosting us! music by @dogweekendmusic - please follow …

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An Extremely Nitpick Review of “The Fellowship of the Ring” Part 2 28:00

18d ago28:00

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Continuing my extreme nitpick of Peter Jackson’s epic trilogy, we discuss terrible movie tropes, inexplicable events, and bad character decisions. Apologies for the audio and video issues; I tested the setup before I started but it still came out weird for some reason. If you missed part 1 of this series, here it is:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=…

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Episode 69: The Theological Origins of Modernity Pt. I 1:14:21

18d ago1:14:21

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John returns for the first installment of another reading series. This time we’re tackling Michael Gillespie’s The Theological Origins of Modernity, a book that aims at getting to the root of some of the major questions we face today as products of both the Industrial Revolution and the Enlightenment. This is also the first in what John and I hope …

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11 More Details in Jackson’s “Fellowship of the Ring” that Only LOTR Superfans Would Notice 24:49

25d ago24:49

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Minor changes come fast and thick in this section of the movie, and several of them have significant storytelling implications. Miss my first video in this series? Watch it here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_1rDzChnJ0 Other Links: Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195 Odysee: …

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323 – Tolkien Reading Day 2024 2:05:31

25d ago2:05:31

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Put your own priorities aside and get ready to do the hard thing as you join us for the PPP’s ninth annual celebration of Tolkien Reading Day, observed every March 25 in honor of the destruction of the Ring and the fall of Barad-dûr. This year’s theme, as chosen by the Tolkien Society, is Service and Sacrifice — and wow, there are lots of great pas…

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Team Black vs Team Green 59:41

28d ago59:41

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In this special episode, Minwa and Tony share their reactions and thoughts regarding the TWO new trailers for House of the Dragon season 2. We break down each trailer and tease some of the season’s biggest moments without any spoilers - so don’t you worry, show-only listeners! There is a whole lot to unpack from the trailers, from Aemond and Daemon…

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#006 Isaiah Taylor: Founder of Valar Atomics 1:24:57

29d ago1:24:57

1:24:57

Here's my conversation with Isaiah Taylor the founder of Valar Atomics. Valar aims to build hundreds of nuclear reactors and use their energy to pull hydrocarbons out of thin air. Isaiah has a fascinating story and I'm excited to see what he builds over the next 15 years.

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What If? GOT Season 2 Edition 1:06:54

1M ago1:06:54

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Minwa and Tony are celebrating the 30th episode of the Dancing With Dragons podcast with a guest - Luk @luk_reviews! Luk joins for our second ‘What If’ episode, where he, along with Minwa and Tony, take turns to theorize how differently things could have played out in season two of Game of Thrones. Listen to find out how any small changes in this s…

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How Pippin Became Known as Prince of the Halflings in Minas Tirith 17:07

1M ago17:07

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After his meeting with Denethor, word quickly spreads about Pippin and the local residents get the idea that he is Hobbit royalty and that he was bringing some half-high warriors to aid in the defense, but how exactly did they get this idea? It’s a bit of a funny story. Other Links: Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcas…

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322 – Questions After Nightfall 26 1:30:05

1M ago1:30:05

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The Man of the West welcomes people who fanboy… about Sara, the Shield-maiden of Rohan, as we answer listener questions in our 26th Questions After Nightfall! From Dr. Brown’s TED talk to Alan’s improving sarcasm, from creation mythologies to the frat bros of the Valar, our listeners remind us we can always go lower. Alan guesses wrong, we apply th…

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#005 Filip Aronshtein: Founder of Dirac 1:35:48

1M ago1:35:48

1:35:48

Here's my conversation with Filip Aronshtein the founder of Dirac

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Episode 68: Remix to Ignition ft. Rachael Zisk 48:11

1M ago48:11

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Rachael Zisk just launched a nuclear energy newsletter — Ignition — which is great. I brought her on to talk about her new venture, the challenges of covering highly technical topics, how the media landscape is changing, and more! Subscribe to Ignition. Subscribe to Payload.By Emmet Penney

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How Iluvatar Used Boromir’s Presence in the Fellowship 20:44

1M ago20:44

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In the first chapter of the Silmarillion, Eru Iluvatar makes it clear that while Melkor may try to disrupt the music with themes of his own, all will ultimately redound to the glory of Iluvatar. Boromir’s death turns out to be a great example of that. Other Links: Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/ Rumble: https://…

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321 – Something to Talk About 2:04:36

1M ago2:04:36

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Éowyn is afraid that Darkness Unescapable is coming; Sara is afraid that Dad-Jokes Unescapable are coming. Join The Man of the West and the Shield-maiden of Rohan to find out which fear is most justified — as if you didn’t already know. Éowyn wears a pretty cloak, Faramir (i.e., Tolkien) shares his Atlantis dream, and the Eagles sing an encore. We …

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#004 Augustus Doricko: Founder of Rainmaker 1:19:07

2M ago1:19:07

1:19:07

Augustus is one of the most relentless human beings I've ever met and I feel incredibly lucky to consider him a friend

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The Future of Battery Technology | Nick Kateris, Stanford University | E6 1:27:03

2M ago1:27:03

1:27:03

Nick Kateris is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Stanford University, where his research is focused on new battery technology, and computer modeling to help develop new types of battery technology, as well as on detonation engines. (Recently, along with colleagues from Stanford and Dartmouth, Nick developed a new type of lithium-sulfur battery that per…

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The Mad King 51:00

2M ago51:00

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The 29th episode of Dancing with Dragons is a special one - a deep dive into one of the most pivotal & important characters in the world of George RR Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire - The Mad King. Tony & Minwa delve into the madness that would be the downfall of not only Aerys II Targaryen but of the Targaryen dynasty that had ruled Westeros for 3…

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An Extremely Nitpicky Review of “The Fellowship of the Ring,” Pt. 1 29:05

2M ago29:05

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Cinemasins was off base with a lot of their criticisms so let’s see what we can really find if we decide to be super finicky with our viewing of Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy... Other Links: Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195 Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:…

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320 – Love Sneakin’ Up On You 1:55:50

2M ago1:55:50

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The women can tell Éowyn nothing; that’s only because Sara wasn’t there. Join Alan and Sara as Éowyn seeks to avoid yet another cage in our first episode on The Steward and the King. The Warden can’t envision a warrior-healer, Éowyn can’t endure five more minutes in this place, and Faramir can’t imagine another day without her. We talk about restra…

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5 Details in Peter Jackson’s “Fellowship of the Ring” that Only Superfans Notice 12:07

2M ago12:07

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For all his faults, Peter Jackson clearly knew the story he was adapting to screen. And superfans know this because they noticed those little details that only a fellow superfan would bother to mention. Other Links: Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195 Odysee: https://odysee.com/…

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319 – Big Damn Heroes, Sir 1:38:52

2M ago1:38:52

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The minstrel’s voice rises like silver and gold, and all men were hushed; except for The Man of the West who just won’t stop talking. Join Alan and Sara as we find a golden ring that can’t be melted in our second episode on The Field of Cormallen. Frodo and Sam have done the impossible, and that makes them mighty; Aragorn is humble; and Pippin is… …

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#003 John Coogan: Founder of Soylent & Lucy 1:23:02

2M ago1:23:02

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This is my conversation with John Coogan — the founder of Soylent and Lucy. John is also the creator of an incredible YouTube channel where he creates mini-documentaries on startups, founders, and world leaders. If you would like to learn more about him you can follow him on Twitter: x.com/johncoogan or visit his YouTube channel youtube.com/@JohnCo…

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House of the Undying 1:08:01

2M ago1:08:01

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For the 28th episode of Dancing with Dragons, Minwa and Tony recount and analyze Daenerys’ many visions at the House of the Undying in the books. Chapter 48 of a Clash of Kings features far more than what the show depicts. From foreshadowing to unsolved mysteries and a whole bunch of other creepy visions, we break it all down for you so you don’t h…

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Tolkien Lyrics in Rock Music: Led Zeppelin and Rush 27:06

2M ago27:06

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A viewer asked that I discuss Tolkien-inspired lyrics in Led Zeppelin ongs, so here I go with some bonus material from Rush! OtherLinks: Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195 Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore Patreon: https://www.patre…

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318 – Burn the Land and Boil the Sea 1:53:22

2M ago1:53:22

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The Realm of Sauron is ended, and the realm of Sara has begun. Join The Man of the West as he welcomes back Dr. Sara Brown as we visit the vulcanology lab once more in our first episode on The Field of Cormallen. Sam won’t let Frodo quit just yet, The Host of the West prepares for their imminent demise, and the Eagles play one more show at the Mora…

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#002 Zane Mountcastle: Founder of Picogrid 54:56

2M ago54:56

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This is my conversation with Zane Mountcastle the founder of Picogrid

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Episode 67: The Machine in the Garden pt. V ft. John Goodson 1:00:17

2M ago1:00:17

1:00:17

John and I finish up our discussion of the Machine in the Garden. We reflect on Leo Marx’s contribution—both its successes and failures. And we consider what opportunities there are to think about the American relationship with the Machine.By Emmet Penney

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Writing in Tengwar: Learn How to Use and Customize Tolkien’s Elvish Alphabet 32:17

2M ago32:17

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Tolkien’s Elvish script is beautiful, but it might seem hard to learn at first glance. It’s actually quite easy if you just take a closer look,and you can customize it as much as you want! Here’s my previous videos “translating” some of the Elvish in Lord of the Rings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Tz6PdaQpFo Other Links: Playeur (formerly Utreo…

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317 – Curse Your Sudden But Inevitable Betrayal 2:21:23

2M ago2:21:23

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Mount Doom threatens to burn the land and boil the sea; Matt threatens more “where there’s a whip” references. Join us as we’re joined by Tom Hillman to talk about his book Pity, Power, and Tolkien’s Ring just in time for said ring to be destroyed in our final episode on the chapter Mount Doom. Sam finally feels pity for Gollum, the Phial of Galadr…

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Thrones & Theories 1:21:35

2M ago1:21:35

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For the 27th episode of the Dancing with Dragons podcast, Tony & Minwa delve deep into well-known and crazy Game of Thrones theories from the novel and show. From certain Lannisters being secret Targaryens to possible merman roaming the water of Blackwater Bay, this episode has theories that will blow your GOT loving brain! Peanuts, Popcorn & Crack…

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Pixar’s “Inside Out” and Tolkien’s Nienna on Turning Sorrow to Wisdom 30:42

2M ago30:42

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Once again I explore how modern pop culture intersects with Tolkien in surprising, interesting, and insightful ways, this time through the lens of Pixar’s “Inside Out.” Other Links: Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195 Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f Twitter: https://tw…

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316 – I Swear By My Pretty Wheel of Fire, I Will End You 1:48:05

2M ago1:48:05

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Frodo understands that when you can’t crawl, you find someone to carry you; Matt understands that when you can’t get a reference, you find someone to explain it to you. Join us as we offer a brief lesson on vulcanology in our third episode on the chapter Mount Doom. Frodo crawls towards a road, Sam wonders how it got there, and an old friend drops …

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Episode 66: Juice: Power, Politics, and the Grid 1:00:04

3M ago1:00:04

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Director Tyson Culver joined me to talk about his new docu-series with Robert Bryce —Juice: Power, Politics, and the Grid. We talk about what Tyson learned while making documentaries with Robert about the grid and what’s currently going around with America’s electricity sector. Check it out! You can watch it on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/J3G3HF…

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Character Study of Saruman: Tolkien’s Portrait of the Modern Politician 44:04

3M ago44:04

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Saruman’s speeches to Gandalf have always struck me as revealing something of Tolkien’s opinion of politicians in modern democratic systems. Sweet-tongued and convincing but willing to sacrifice principle and honesty in pursuit of his goals, he reflects an uncomfortably large number of prominent figures on the modern political scene. Let’s analyze …

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315 – Sometimes A Thing Gets Broke, Can’t Be Fixed 1:39:39

3M ago1:39:39

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Sam naively offers to ‘share the load’ with Frodo, while Matt naively offers to do a few more episodes of the podcast. Join us as Sam goes full Marie Kondo for the last steps of their journey in the chapter Mount Doom. We remember the Host of the West, Sam remembers the oliphaunt, while Frodo is naked in the dark, unable to remember much of anythin…

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