As Book Two comes to a conclusion, we will examine the deadly consequences of sin, the unwinding of unity, the courage of a great man (hobbit), and the wisdom granted by unassailable loyalty to one's friend.

The choice of doom lies before the company: Mordor or Minas Tirith? Join us as we look into descents into madness, honorable rubes, and majestic magical artifacts of a kingdom in exile!

The peaceful poetry repose is over. Gifts will be given, wisdom imparted, and paradise departed. Join us as we put a bow on the culture of Lorien!

If you look in the mirror, what will you see? Join us in this episode as we examine magic, wisdom, and the power of the ring(s).

How must good nations act? Must they mind only the defense of the walls, or should they advance their borders and subdue evil in the outside world? Join us as we discuss this fascinating chapter about goodness and conservatism!

In this iconic chapter we explore the spiritual world of Middle Earth as we examine the good Gandalf and the evil Balrog.

Wolves are burned, cordial is consumed, passwords remembered, and light coveted as the company endures their darkest and most fearful stage of the journey yet.

Join us as we examine lost civilizations, spies, snow, winter spirits, and a long march during this episode.

In this conclusion to the great meeting deciding the fate of the world, we will discuss the Ivory (or Ebony) Tower and reliance on the experts versus the wisdom of action and boots on the ground.

The last and greatest ecumenical council in the history of Middle Earth is upon us. Is this chapter about determinism, or is it simply laying out the plan for averting the doom of the world? Tune in to find out (at least partially) in this first part.