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Lord of the Rings Lorecast - J.R.R. Tolkien's World & Writings Explained episodes
- 235: FotR 32: The Old Forest Echoes Myths & Stories Beginning 4,000 Years Ago
As the hobbits make their way to the heart of the Old Forest, I noticed some new connections to old stories like Dante's Inferno, Spencer's Faerie Queen, and even the Epic of Gilgamesh.
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Tolkien's themes often repeat through his stories. With the Old Forest, we get a glimpse of Fangorn before we even know that Ents exist.
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We're kicking off spooky month with a discussion of Tolkien's spookiest moments. Which would you survive? Which terrify you the most?
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The way that Tolkien foreshadows future events is perfect, including his use of dreams. We'll take a look at both as the hobbits prepare to enter the Old Forest.
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Tolkien is more popular than ever and it's partly due to a major cultural shift. Old books are out-selling new books. Valve pc gaming sales show old game beating new games. Old music is more popular with Gen Z and A. Old movies and shows are streamed more than new ones. What is going on and what does that mean for podcasts like this?
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How do you know that you have the best friends ever? They keep your secrets better than you keep them. Merry reveals that they know all about Frodo leaving, the Ring, and even Bilbo's book, and this reveals exactly how deeply Frodo's friends care about him.
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What if you were an elf and could perfect a skill or craft over thousands of years, what would you choose? What culture would you fit most naturally into? If you lived in the Shire, where would you live? Why did Tolkien design the Valar to be married couples?
We discuss these questions and more!
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The Hobbits finally find safety and a time to relax after being chased for 2 days by Black Riders. We get a real sense of just how much his friends care about him. They know Frodo better than he realizes.
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As the Hobbits set out for the ferry, we get horror vibes and meet an unexpected rider on the road. We discuss how this section of the novel and movie diverge and get a first glimpse of Buckland.
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The conversation with Farmer Maggot plays out in ways that Frodo never expected, and reveal so much about Maggot's character. What a stand-up guy.
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About Lord of the Rings Lorecast - J.R.R. Tolkien's World & Writings Explained
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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 [email protected].
This podcast is supported by our patrons at https://patreon.com/lotrlorecast.
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