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 perspecti ...
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113: Unfinished Tales: The Mariner's Wife - What Happens After the Story
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The Mariner's Wife is technically an unfinished tale, but it does have a sort of conclusion. But what about what happens after the main story with each of the characters? And why is this story so important? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast On Youtube: https://www.y…
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112: Unfinished Tales: The Mariner's Wife, Concluded
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We reach the end of what Tolkien wrote about the story of Aldarion and Erendis, and although it's not a complete ending, it does tie up some loose ends. 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…
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111: Unfinished Tales: The Return of The Darkness
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Meneldur read's Gil-Galad's letter and finally understands what Aldarion was been doing in Middle-Earth. 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…
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110: Unfinished Tales: Aldarion's Return & Gil-Galad's Letter
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Aldarion returns home to a cold reception, bringing urgent and unexpected news from the Elves. 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…
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109: Unfinished Tales: The Childhood of Ancalimë
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Aldarion leaves again, promising to return in only 2 years, and Erendis is bitter, choosing to raise her daughter somewhere without men. 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…
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108: Unfinished Tales: The Marriage of Aldarion and Erendis
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Finally, after years of delay, Aldarion and Erendis wed, and a special guest gives wonderous gifts. 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 Ring…
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107: Unfinished Tales: Of Suffering and Selflessness
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Three years pass, and yet Aldarion will not set a wedding date and is torn more than ever between Erendis and the Sea. 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 Ta…
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106: Unfinished Tales: Erendis Finally Speaks Up
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We've focused so much on Aldarion, but what does Erendis actually think? What is she like and how will the two of them find their way forward? 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: …
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105: Unfinished Tales: Aldarion and The Dangers of the Sea
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The tensions between Aldarion and Meneldur continue to rise, and Aldarion almost loses everything. 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…
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104: Unfinished Tales: Erendis Seeks Aldarion's Heart
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Aldarion becomes Heir to Numenor, but that doesn't reduce the love he has of the sea and of exploration. And then he meets Erendis. 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/r…
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103: Unfinished Tales: Aldarion's Story Pt 1
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During the 8th century of the 2nd age, the heir to Numenor's throne becomes enamored with the sea. 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…
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102: Unfinished Tales: Tuor's Hero's Journey
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Tuor reaches the gates, the darkest part of his hero's journey, and emerges a changed man. 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 joi…
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101: Unfinished Tales: The Path to the Great Gate
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Tuor and Voronwë reach the end of their road and find the most dangerous situation yet. 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 t…
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We made it to 100 episodes (and it's all because of you!) 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: …
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99: Unfinished Tales: The Crossing of the Sirion
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Tuor and Voronwë, exhausted, attempt to dodge orcs and ford a river only to be surprised by unlikely help. 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 t…
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98: Unfinished Tales: Tuor & Turin Cross Paths
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As Tuor continues following Voronwë, they cross paths with a mysterious black bladed warrior and the dangers of the enemy become more dire. 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: twi…
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97: Unfinished Tales: Terrors of the Sea & Land
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Varonwe explains his journey across the sea, and Tuor encounters the first signs of an enemy he never expected. 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…
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96: Unfinished Tales: Voronwë's Story
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We've learned much about Tuor so far, but what about his new companion, Voronwë? On this episode, much is revealed. 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 …
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95: Unfinished Tales: Insights From A Valar
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Tuor learns much from Ulmo and meets an unexpected companion. 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: Disco…
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94: Unfinished Tales: Tuor and Ulmo
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In this version of Tuor's story, we get details beyond those of the Silmarillion about the armor and weapons and Ulmo himself. 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/robots…
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93: Unfinished Tales: Tuor Discovers The Ruins of The Noldor
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Light, birds, wind, and water continue to draw Tuor forward, toward his doom. And he discovers the abandoned remains of the very people he seeks. 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 stream…
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92: Robots Radio Holiday Special 2023
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Need some holiday cheer? Let's talk about the best things of 2023. 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: …
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91: Unfinished Tales: Tuor's Journey Through Darkness
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Tuor's story continues as his follow's Ulmo's stream into a dark and rocky place where he makes some surprise friends. 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 Ta…
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90: Unfinished Tales: Tuor's New Beginning
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We begin Tuor's story again, and notice more details, more characters, and... dogs? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Stay pl…
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89: What Are the Unfinished Tales & Why Are They Important?
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Before we jump into the first story in the Unfinished Tales, Of Tuor and his Coming to Gondolin, it's important that we understand what exactly these versions of the stories are, and why we're revisiting a story we read in the Silmarillion. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotr…
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88: Your Thoughts on the Silmarillion
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We're taking a week to hear about your thoughts on the now completed Silmarillion episodes. Did you gain new insights? What things do you still want to know more about? Let's discuss. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsrad…
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87: The Conclusion of The Silmarillion
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We've reached the end of the Silmarillion where we get a distinctly Elven perspective on the end of the 3rd age and Sauron's defeat. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio…
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During the 3rd Age, a council of the wise gathered together to determine what to do about the growing darkness in Dol Goldur. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: D…
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85: Elves & Wizards of the 3rd Age
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We've discussed the events of men and the failing of the line of kings during the 3rd age, but what where the Elves up to? And where do the Wizards fit in? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings an…
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After the Battle of the Last Alliance, Sauron is beaten and the lands of Men struggle during the early to middle 3rd age. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Disco…
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Sauron is beaten, the ring is taken, and Isildur makes a deadly mistake. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Stay plugged in on…
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The 2nd age comes to a close with another of the great battles of the history of MIddle Earth. This time, the free peoples of Middle Earth form the Last Alliance. This is how it went down. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robo…
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81: The Founding of Gondor & Arnor
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Numenor falls, yet while Sauron was busy ushering in their doom, the Faithful found new kingdoms with the help of the elves. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Di…
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80: The Three, The Seven, and the Nine
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What does the Silmarillion tell us about the 3 rings for Elves, 7 for Dwarves, and 9 for Men? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9…
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79: The Forging of the Rings of Power
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Our story returns to the beginning of the 2nd age with a focus on the elves, and Sauron's attempts to control them. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: ht…
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The wrath of the Valar destroys Numenor with fire, wind, and water, but what happens to Miriel? Erendil & Isildur? Sauron? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Disc…
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After years of planning and amassing the largest armada ever created, Ar-Pharazon heads to Valinor in an attempt to conquest the undying lands. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the R…
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76: Sauron Takes Full Control of Numenor
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Sauron's poisonous words have finally fully corrupted Ar-Pharazon, and terrible actions are put into motion. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://d…
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75: Sauron's Corruption of Numenor
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Ar-Pharazon brings Sauron back to Numenor in order to lock him up and keep watch over him. But this plays directly into Sauron's plans. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Ra…
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Numenor's last king might have been its most powerful... and most prideful. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Stay plugged in…
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There are clearly similarities between Tolkien's stories and the myths that inspired them. Let's take a look at Oedipus and see how similar and different his story is from Turin's. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio …
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The Kings of Numenor turn away from the Valar and Elves, and seek riches & power. Sauron returns, and the darkness begins to spread again. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots…
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After about 2,000 years of peace and prosperity, the Numenoreans reach the zenith of their culture, and begin seeking more. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Dis…
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The Edain, the Men of Middle Earth who stood with the Elves against Morgoth, are rewarded with a new home, safe from the dangers of Middle Earth. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the…
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69: The End of the Silmarilion & Beginning of the Akallabeth
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We conclude the War of Wrath and find out what happens to the Elves and Men left in Middle Earth. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/t…
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As the War of Wrath wraps up, we're left with the question: What happens to the Silmarils? What about Maedhros and Maglor, the last remaining sons of Feanor. Do they hold to the oath or do they submit to the Valar? Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and ga…
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The host of the Valar go to war and Morgoth gets what's coming to him. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Stay plugged in on T…
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66: The Hallowing of Earendil & Elwing
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The Valar decide to act, and their first action becomes of a thing of legend. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Stay plugged …
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Earendil seeks the Valar and Elwing makes friends. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Stay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/…
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Earendil sets sail to seek a passage to Valinor. Elwing stays back and risks everything. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce St…
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