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Origin of Tom's Tolkien Fandom
- Tom, the host, disliked reading as a child until he discovered "The Hobbit".
- This sparked his lifelong love for Tolkien's works, influencing his academic pursuits and career.
Accessing the Podcast Content
- Subscribe to the podcast for regular lore episodes and support the Patreon for bonus content.
- The Patreon offers ad-free episodes, early access, and deeper dives into Tolkien's world.
Christian Motifs and Tolkien's Creation Myth
- Tolkien's creation story mirrors Christian motifs, with Eru Iluvatar as a transcendental creator.
- Despite criticizing allegory, Tolkien uses this motif, possibly reflecting the universality of a creator god.