Lord of the Rings Lorecast
Robots Radio
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, Witcher Lorecast, and Cyberpunk Lorecast. For business inquiries or advertising please contact robotsnetwork@gmail.com.This podcast is supported by our patrons at https://patreon.com/lotrlorecast.Check out my new show, RETRO RECALL: https://youtu.be/Ur6qFVBA9zE
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Nov 20, 2023 • 29min
87: The Conclusion of The Silmarillion
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/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comwww.robotsradio.netAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Nov 13, 2023 • 29min
86: The White Council vs Sauron
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/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comwww.robotsradio.netAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Nov 6, 2023 • 30min
85: Elves & Wizards of the 3rd Age
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/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comMusic:"Wind of the Rainforest" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/www.robotsradio.netAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 23, 2023 • 31min
84: Arnor & Gondor in the 3rd Age
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/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comMusic:"Wind of the Rainforest" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/www.robotsradio.netAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 16, 2023 • 30min
83: The Beginning of The 3rd Age
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/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comMusic:"Wind of the Rainforest" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/www.robotsradio.netAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 9, 2023 • 27min
82: The Army of the Last Alliance
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/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comMusic:"Shadowlands 7 - Codex" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/www.robotsradio.netAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 2, 2023 • 30min
81: The Founding of Gondor & Arnor
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/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comwww.robotsradio.netAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sep 25, 2023 • 30min
80: The Three, The Seven, and the Nine
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/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comwww.robotsradio.netAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sep 18, 2023 • 32min
79: The Forging of the Rings of Power
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/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comwww.robotsradio.netAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sep 11, 2023 • 29min
78: The Remnants of Numenor
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/lotrlorecastLive Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradioTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceStay plugged in on Twitter: twitter.com/robots_radioSend me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comwww.robotsradio.netAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
