Lord of the Rings Lorecast - J.R.R. Tolkien's World & Writings Explained

Here's a fun little transition episode to wrap up our experience breaking down The Hobbit, and prepare to start The Fellowship of the Ring with some fun facts about The Lord of the Rings. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Show...

This is a single extra long episode to wrap up our close look at The Hobbit. A very different Bilbo returns home, but it's not exactly what they expect. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robo...

Every year we gather together hosts across the network to talk about our favorite things from this last year. Pour a glass of hot chocolate, put your feet up by the fire, and come join us to look back and ahead to 2026. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Lord...

A story doesn't end with the climactic moment. There's always more to tell. Here, Tolkien wraps things up but leaves a lot to our imaginations. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsrad...

Bilbo wakes to find the battle is over and almost nobody is unscathed - a situation very similar to what Tolkien went through in the Battle of the Somme and the conflicts afterwards. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and gam...

Why do Tolkien's battles feel so different from his other scenes? Something changes in his writing style, and I think I've figured it out. Oh, and lots of fun details from the battle. ;) Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live S...

Tolkien gives us some little details about Dain, his army, and the weapons and armor they bring with them. And, of course, this hints at so much more. Let's dig in (get it, because they're dwarves?) Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLor...

Thanks for checking out my new show, Retro Recall. This is a bonus episode and this week's regular episode will still be up on the usual day and time. Want to see the video version? Go here: https://youtu.be/Ur6qFVBA9zE Double Dragon 2 is a classic of the Nintendo Entertainment System. Are our memories correct? Is it still fun after 30 years? Let's find out. Welcome to Retro Recall. Our Sp...

The beginning of chapter 17 contains some of the best dialogue in the Hobbit, with so many little details that reveal the depth of the characters. Let's discuss. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitc...

Not every hero needs a sword, and sometimes sacrifice and kindness is the most powerful quality you can possess. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the...

Thorin places wealth above all else and drives up the stakes for the dragon's treasure. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Dis...

Robots Radio network hosts join me to talk about the upcoming games and media we're looking forward to, and what you should add to your holiday wish-list. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/ro...

How would you bring the Dwarves up-to-speed about what just happened in Laketown? Tolkien finds a way that's deeply rooted in myth and legend. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsradio Ta...

What do people do when a dragon destroys their town and 1/4 of their population? Tolkien has a very realistic sense of this. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings a...

The qualities of realists. Nature (the lake and the moon) fighting back against Smaug. How the Black Arrow isn't actually a Deus Ex Machina. There's so much to unpack here! Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game...

The dwarves and Bilbo finally make their way through Erebor, finding only the remains of the dragon's occupation contrasting with the beauty of nature and Dwarvish creations. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game st...

It's the realistic reaction to fear that makes the dwarves feel so real. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord:  https://...

How do you solve the problem of information dissemination when writing a novel? Tolkien gives us a master class answer. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and jo...

Bilbo outwits Smaug in what might be the most engaging conversation every written. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord:  https://discord.gg/tV...

How would you react to a dragon sleeping on a mountain of treasure? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord:  https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce BlueSky:...

We're changing it up this week with a mountain troll sized episode to answer community questions. We'll be back with more Hobbit next week. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rin...

The hidden path is open. It's Bilbo's moment, and the bravest thing he will ever have to do. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams:  twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord:  htt...

A magic door is a classic fairy tale trope, and Tolkien handles it masterfully. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Join me at GCX in Orlando on July 25th and 26th! https://gcxevent.com/ Leave me a voice message: https://voiceline.app/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Sho...

The party leaves Laketown and soon realized that the land around the mountain does not want them there. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Join me at GCX in Orlando on July 25th and 26th! https://gcxevent.com/ Leave me a voice message: https://voiceline.app/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Lordoft...

Can you spot the lie? Robots Radio network hosts compete to see who knows the most about the lore of other shows. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening:  https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Join me at GCX in Orlando on July 25th and 26th! https://gcxevent.com/ Leave me a voice message: https://voiceline.app/lotrlorecast On Youtube:  https://www.youtube.co...