One Does Not Simply

In this episode, we discuss Tolkien's use of heavy exposition, Sauron's decisions as an army general, and Gandalf's metal album cover. This episode covers Chapter 5 of The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers.

In this episode, we discuss the politics of Rohan, how Wormtongue is objectively an evil name, and Hama: the real MVP. This episode covers Chapter 6 of The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers.

In this episode, we discuss Tolkien finally writing an action scene, Gimli being thrown under the comic relief bus, and the colonizer mentality of Middle Earth. This episode discusses Chapter 8 of The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers.

In this episode, we discuss in flight magazine purchases, Gandalf's cryptic and unnecessary flexes, and the Ents' little brothers - the Huorns. This episode covers chapters 8 and 9 of The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers.

In this episode, we discuss the Palantirs as 21st century technology, Saruman's magical prowess, and we shed tears saying goodbye to Treebeard. This episode covers chapters 10 and 11 of The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers.

In this episode, we begin the slog through the back half of The Two Towers. We discuss Sam's packing skills, and we have a lot of questions about how promises work in Middle Earth. This episode covers Chapter 1 of Book 4 of The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers.

Special guest Andrew (from intro/outro song fame) joins us to discuss his journey to LOTR fandom. He also participates in our very first live script-reading and is quizzed on his LOTR opinions. This episode covers Chapter 2 of Book 4 of The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers.

In this episode, special guest Evan joins us to discuss the appearance of Sam the Philosopher and the power of the love between Sam and Frodo. This episode covers Chapters 3 and 4 of Book 4 of The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers.

In this episode, special guest Emile joins us to discuss how best to label a forbidden pool and take part in the Comedy Central Roast of Faramir. This episode discusses chapters 5 & 6 of Book 4 of The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers.

In this episode, special guest Clint joins us to discuss Frodo and Sam's love, what makes someone a hero, and LOTR pickup lines. This episode covers chapters 7 and 8 of Book 4 of The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers.