Secrets of Middle Earth
by SQPN, Inc.Discover the secrets of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle Earth, through the books, movies, streaming shows, and games that explore his world.
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Episodes
Father Christmas Letters
54m · PublishedOver 23 years Tolkien wrote a series of letters from Father Christmas to his children. Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, and Patrick Mason discuss their experiences of the letters; Tolkien's whimsical, playful side; his devotion as a father; and the enduring magic of his imagination.
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Ainulindale and Valaquenta
1h 29m · PublishedTolkien's Silmarillion begins with the Ainulindale and Valaquenta and so Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, and Patrick Mason begin the first part of a conversation about these two stories, on Middle Earth's creation, the balance of good and evil, immortality and free will, and more.
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A special message from StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli
2m · PublishedStarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli has a special message for listeners as we approach the Christmas season. We need to hear from you this Advent and Christmas at sqpn.com/give
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Elves and Dwarves
1h 15m · PublishedExamining Tolkien's Elves and Dwarves, Thomas Salerno, Mike Schramm, and Jeff Haecker discuss their mystical and earthly natures; portrayals in media; their rich backstory in "The Silmarillion;" symbolism in their relationship—elves reflect beauty; dwarves, greed; their history of conflict and cooperation, especially in "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings," where Gimli and Legolas's friendship exemplifies their potential harmony.
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The One Ring
1h 3m · PublishedExplore the theological and philosophical themes concerning good, evil, and power, as reflected in the One Ring's symbolism. Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, and Mike Schramm discuss the influences of Tolkien’s work on modern fantasy, highlighting the Ring's evolution from a plot tool to a symbol of power and corruption, paralleled in modern takes on sin and redemption. The Ring's symbolic narrative rooted in Judeo-Christian themes signifies a timeless struggle between power’s allure and the redemption found in its renunciation, showcasing Tolkien's enduring impact on the genre and moral discourse.
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The Hobbit (1977)
1h 4m · PublishedOne of the first film versions of Tolkien's work, Rankin Bass's animated The Hobbit continues to delight. Thomas Salerno, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Jeff Haecker discuss the virtues of the adaptation and the differences from its more famous brethren.
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A message from Dom Bettinelli of Starquest
2m · PublishedWe need your help to continue to produce our great Catholic shows that explore the intersection of faith and modern culture and look at the world from a uniquely Catholic perspective.
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Born of Hope
50m · PublishedNot all Middle-Earth movies are big-budget Hollywood productions. Thomas Salerno, Kaitlyn Facista, and Jeff Haecker review the fan-made LOTR film "Born of Hope" and discuss the bittersweet tale of Aragorn's parents Arathorn and Gilraen.
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Gollum
1h 18m · PublishedSmeagol or Gollum? Thomas Salerno, Thomas Sanjurjo, Jeff Haecker, and Kaitlyn Facista do a deep dive on the character of this Ringbearer, his motivations and roles in various, the latest video game featuring Gollum, and the controversial opinion: Is Gollum the hero of LOTR?
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Middle Earth Fathers
1h 6m · PublishedHappy Father's Day! Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, Kaitlyn Facista, and Thomas Sanjurjo are celebrating Dads as they discuss the fathers of Middle Earth, both good and bad, including both biological fathers and spiritual fathers.
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Secrets of Middle Earth has 79 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 70:03:08. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on August 16th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 29th, 2024 20:11.