The Last Homely House

Ron and Jon continue discussing Gollum's character (and come up with a GREAT idea for a scene in Hunt for Gollum)!

Our hosts spend some time talking about the evolution of the Gollum character, why he became a Hobbit, and why that might be significant.

With War of the Rohirrim (and the appendices) behind us, it's time to start thinking about the next Tolkien adaptation bound for the big screen: the Hunt for Gollum (expected in 2026). What (and more importantly, WHO) do we expect to see when it comes out?

Jasmine has returned and she has more GREAT ideas to bring the appendices to the screen.

With the success of War of the Rohirrim, Jon and Ron talk about what other stories from the Appendices they would like to see animated.

Last week we heard about the setup for the story and met some of the main characters. This week we get into the meat of the action. Let us know what you thought: what were your favorite parts of the film?

Our hosts got out on openning weekend to watch the new LotR film, War of the Rohirrim. Tune in to hear their first impressions (and share your own in the comments)!

We haven't talked about it much but that doesn't mean we've forgotten about it! The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is set to hit theaters this week! Join our hosts as they talk about where this story comes from and what they are looking forward to in the film.

Two of our hosts return to wrap up our discussions about Sauron, his powers, and their portrayals on screen.

Please enjoy this Last Homely Rerun(?) while our hosts enjoy a short break (and as Ron and Jon travel back from a conference in San Diego). Revisit their discussion from last year about the connections between their Tolkien nerd-dom and Bible nerd-dom.

Our hosts pick up their conversation about Sauron's origins, talking a bit more about Thu/Sauron as a Necromancer and how that might have helped him gain power in Numenor.

Our hosts talk about where we got the Dark Lord that we all know and love.

Our hosts rewind a few years and revisit/rate their predictions for Season 2. What did they get right? What did they get wrong? What did they get REALLY wrong?

Our hosts wrap up their initial predictions for TRoP season 3 with a discussion about all things Numenorian.

Our hosts continue with their predictions for the next season of the Rings of Power. Where will the hobbits go next? What will happen with the wizards in Rhun? Will Durin choose the ring over Disa?

Our hosts spend a little time recapping Season 2 (their likes and dislikes) and start talking about what we might expect from Season 3.

Our hosts discuss the finale of Season 2, talk about how each storyline concluded, and share some preliminary thoughts about Season 3.

Join our hosts as they discuss the penultimate episode of Season 2. What did you think about the downfall of Eregion? Sauron's machinations?  The kiss?

Ron and Jasmine have to fly without Jon today as they discuss episode 6 of season 2 of the Rings of Power.

Our full fellowship reunites to discuss the latest episode of TRoP season 2, Halls of Stone. Big changes in Numenor, dark tidings from Khazad-Dum, and more! What do you think about the new season so far?

Our hosts share some initial thoughts on the latest episode of Rings of Power, "Eldest." We've met Tom Bombadil. There are new Hobbits. We've seen some Ents. And Galadriel's ring demonstrates some new powers. What were your favorite (or least favorite) parts of the latest episode?

SPOILERS AHEAD!! It's part 2 of a special, double-episode edition of Last Homely House as our hosts discuss the first three episodes of The Rings of Power Season 2. We talk about Eregion, Khazad-Dum, Pelargir, and Numenor.

SPOILERS AHEAD!! It's a special, double-episode edition of Last Homely House as our hosts discuss the first three episodes of The Rings of Power Season 2. We talk about Sauron and Adar and the goings on in Mordor, Rhun, and Lindon.

Our hosts look forward to the release of TRoP season 2 this week by discussing a few interesting points of the final trailer. Who is this new bearded stranger? Could it be Saruman? How might that work? Also, what do we think about the way the trailer's portray Sauron's power? Is it too much? Not enough?

Our hosts get back together to talk about Tolkien's final three criteria for Fantasy: recovery, escape, and consolation. How did season 1 do with each of them and what are our hopes for season 2?