Lord of the Rings Lorecast - J.R.R. Tolkien's World & Writings Explained — Podcast

219: FotR 20: Frodo vs Nazgul Round 1 29.06.2026 28min

Frodo again saves the journey before it really begins by following his gut, but he begins to feel the power of the Ring tempting him and almost fails. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, and VIP Patron chats: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

218: This Summer's Best New Game Announcements - Robots Radio Summer Host Crossover 2026 22.06.2026 1h 8min

What recently announced games are at the top of your list? Robots Radio podcast hosts get together every quarter for a fun crossover episode. We discuss the new games we're most excited about and why you might want to add them to your wishlists.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, and VIP Patron chats: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

217: FotR 19: Frodo, Sam & Pippin's Personalities and Social Class 15.06.2026 34min

As Froda, Sam, and Pippin begin their journey across the Shire, we begin to understand more about their personalities and how social status influences their actions. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, and VIP Patron chats: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

216: You can ask Tolkien just ONE question, what is it? - VIP Patron Chat May 2026 08.06.2026 1h 1min

There's so much we still don't know about Tolkien's world. If you had a chance to ask him a single question, what would it be? What do you want to know more than anything else? Some of our VIP Patrons share their questions and we discuss how Tolkien may have answered them. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, and VIP Patron chats: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

215: FotR 18: The Adventure Almost Failed Before It Began 01.06.2026 28min

There's a moment in chapter 3 where Frodo overhears a conversation between the Gaffer and a mysterious individual. A serendipitous moment that changes Frodo's plans for leaving Bag End, and possibly saves the mission before it even begins. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, and VIP Patron chats: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

214: FotR 17: Frodo Plans for the Unknown 25.05.2026 31min

What was it like when you left home for the first time? Frodo's experience is much more dangerous than most of ours, but Tolkien himself seems to share some things in common. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, and VIP Patron chats: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

213: FotR 16: The Perfect Companion for Frodo 18.05.2026 31min

Chapter 2 comes to an end. It feels like the darkest chapter yet (in comparison to the Hobbit and chapter 1) but ends on an unexpected high note. Something that feels designed by Illuvatar himself. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

212: FotR 15: There's a specific word used to describe the Ring that was used before... 11.05.2026 29min

When we think of the One Ring we think of words like "precious" and descriptions like "perfect" but there is another word used in this section of the book that relates to something... or someone... we discussed a while back. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

211: VIP Patron Chat - Discovering Tolkien & Our Favorite Stories 04.05.2026 55min

Brand New! VIP Patrons can now join me each month to discuss the topics they choose. This week we share our stories about how we discovered Tolkien and his works, and nerd out about our favorite parts. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.com Our Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

210: FotR 15: Bilbo's mercy toward Gollum was more crucial than we expected 27.04.2026 30min

Frodo panics as he learns the dire news about Sauron discovering the Shire and Baggins, and laments that Bilbo did not kill Gollum. But Gandalf has a justification for why that was the right thing to do.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

209: FotR 14: The Hunt for Gollum (as explained by Gandalf) 20.04.2026 33min

This is the part of Gandalf's conversation with Frodo where he basically outlines Gollum's journey, and what will probably be the main plot of the movie "The Hunt for Gollum." Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

208: FotR 13: Gandalf's Words Always Mean More Than He Says 06.04.2026 28min

Gandalf explains more about Gollum and The Ring, and his words reveal deeper Truths about the way the world works. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.com Our Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

207: The FotR 12: Smeagol Explained 30.03.2026 31min

There's a mountain of hidden information snuck into the moment when Gandalf reveals his knowledge about who Gollum originally was and how he came to find the ring. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

206: The FotR 11: The One Ring - Confirmed 23.03.2026 29min

Can you imagine being Gandalf? Tossing the Ring into the fire. Fearing the final confirmation, but knowing in your heart that this is The One... and the suffering this will bring to everyone. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

205: Hero vs Hero - Robots Radio Spring Host Crossover Special 16.03.2026 1h

Welcome to our Spring Robots Radio Host Crossover Special! We're changing it up this week with a game of Hero vs Hero. Each host brings a character from their show to compete in the most mundane contests? We vote on who has the best arguments and the match-ups get super weird and fun. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.com Our Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

204: The FotR 10: Gandalf's Suspicions About The Ring 09.03.2026 28min

Gandalf is wise, right? Then why didn't he figure out that the ring was The One Ring sooner? Or why wasn't he more careful? The reasons not only make sense, but expand our understanding of the world of Middle Earth in a brilliant way. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.com Our Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

203: The FotR 9: Bad News Comes to the Shire 02.03.2026 32min

How do you react when someone gives you news you don't want to hear? We witness this happen with Sam revealing things to Ted Sandyman, and Gandalf with Frodo. And they play out very differently. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

202: The FotR 8: Frodo stays the same as the world gets darker 23.02.2026 32min

The more we learn about Frodo, the more he surprises us how he seems even more ready for adventure than Bilbo was. But even as Frodo at 50 doesn't seem to age, the dangers of the greater world begin to encroach on The Shire. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

201: The FotR 7: Frodo & Gandalf Discuss The Ring 16.02.2026 33min

Why did Bilbo tell two different versions of how he acquired the Ring? Gandalf becomes suspicious and we learn more about how Frodo is more similar to Bilbo than we thought. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Talk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ce Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

200: The FotR 6: Frodo Picks Up What Bilbo Leaves Behind 09.02.2026 34min

Frodo doesn't just inherit the ring, but all of the responsibilities Bilbo leaves behind... and it reveals that he's a much younger, but still capable Hobbit.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, ad-free listening, t-shirts and stickers: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecastTalk Lord of the Rings and join the Robots Radio fam: Discord: https://discord.gg/tVnB9ceYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@LordoftheRingsLorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsradio BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/robotsradio.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@robots_radio Send me a note! Email: robotsnetwork@gmail.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ringslore for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy