Today we explore three courageous decisions that show just how unexpected Bilbo Baggins can be, as he shatters all low expectations and inspires all of us, no matter how small, to be courageous. We wander chapter 16 of JRR To...
Today we explore how the chapter “The Gathering of the Clouds” from JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit was adapted in the third Hobbit film: The Battle of Five Armies. We explore the thrilling events surrounding the White Council's att...
Today we wander the chapter “The Gathering of the Clouds” from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit. Prepare to embark on a thrilling adventure as we explore the mysteries of talking animals, decipher the contrasting natures of dwarve...
In today's episode, we embark on an enthralling exploration of the chapter 'Fire and Water' from J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved novel, The Hobbit, and its mesmerizing adaptation in Peter Jackson's film, The Hobbit: The Battle of Fi...
In today's episode we embark on a riveting exploration of the chapter "Fire and Water" from "The Hobbit." From the symbolism of fire and water to the discovery of Bard the Bowman, this episode promises to be a journey filled ...
Today, we delve into J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved novel, "The Hobbit," and compare the chapter "Not at Home" to its adaptation in Peter Jackson's film series, exploring the power of wealth, and Thorin's ironic trust in Bilbo. Exc...
Step into the shadows of Erebor and discover the hidden truths that lie within the depths of Chapter 13 of The Hobbit: “Not at Home” Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, s...
We regrettably wander through the unforgivable reimagining of the chapter "Inside Information" from JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit to Peter Jackson’s film “The Desolation of Smaug”, where deviations run rampant and artistic license...
Imagine a small hobbit, armed with nothing but his wits and a ring of power, engaging in a high-stakes conversation with a fearsome dragon. In this episode, we explore the mesmerizing encounter between Bilbo Baggins and Smaug...
We journey to the doorstep of adventure, comparing ”On the Doorstep” from J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" with Peter Jackson's "The Desolation of Smaug." We delve into Gandalf's daring exploration of Dol Guldur and the dwarves'...
Bilbo and the dwarves finally reach The Lonely Mountain, but are they able to find the secret door and enter the mountain without Smaug the dragon knowing? Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discount...
Bilbo Baggins and the dwarves finally reach Laketown! Today we explore how Peter Jackson’s second Hobbit film, The Desolation of Smaug, adapts the chapter “A Warm Welcome” from JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit . Let's wander! Come ex...
Bilbo, Thorin, and the dwarves finally arrive in Lake-town, where another unexpected party occurs, and where Bilbo encounters a new creature: the race of Men. Let's wander! Come explore JRR Tolkien's Middle-earth, from the Lo...
Invented dialogue, new characters, made-up scenes: the adaption of JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit is in full swing. Today we compare The Hobbit chapter 9, Barrels out of Bond, with its on screen adaptation in Peter Jackson’s film T...
Bilbo Baggins finally becomes the burglar that Gandalf promised he would be. I’m not sure that exactly great expectations on Gandalf’s part, but who am I to argue with a wizard? Let's wander! Come explore JRR Tolkien's Middle...
Bilbo Baggins and the dwarves discover that some mushrooms in Middle-earth are dangerous to their health, as they attempt to pass through the forest of Mirkwood. Today we compare Peter Jackson’s on screen adaption of the chap...
Bilbo Baggins almost gets eaten (again), has to save the dwarves (again), and meets elves (again). Today we explore JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit , chapter 8, Flies and Spiders. Let's wander! Come explore JRR Tolkien's Middle-eart...
We dive into the history of evil as we compare chapter 7 of the Hobbit with it’s on-screen adaption in the form of Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit, the Desolation of Smaug. Let's wander! Come explore JRR Tolkien's Middle-earth, fr...
Bilbo meets the most perplexing creature yet, and another simple choice saves the fate of Middle-earth. Let's wander! Come explore JRR Tolkien's Middle-earth, from the Lord of the Rings, to the Hobbit, to the Silmarillion, to...
We finally reach the end of Peter Jackson’s first Hobbit Movie! We’ll compare chapter 6 from the book to its on screen adaptation, and explore how the story’s subtle shift in narrative focus resolves. Let's wander! Come explo...
Bilbo Baggins becomes bacon . . . or at least he fears that he has. Some new creatures want to eat him, another new creature seems to want to eat him; yet despite feeling like food, Bilbo is starting to change, but is it all ...
Happy Tolkien Reading Day! March 25 marks the day when the One Ring was destroyed and the Dark Lord Sauron was overthrown. Every March 25 for the last 20 years, the Tolkien Society commemorates Tolkien Reading Day. This is a ...
What is JRR Tolkien's influence on other fantasy authors? Fantasy author and Wheel of Time expert Jason Denzel joins me to discuss how Tolkien influenced Robert Jordan, Amazon's adaptations of both Wheel of Time and Rings of ...
Bilbo becomes separated from the dwarves, and strikes an odd deal with a slimy creature in order to get unlost, but also changes the fate of Middle-earth in the process. Come explore JRR Tolkien's Middle-earth, from the Lord ...
