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Episode 227
As the Hobbits set out for the ferry, we get horror vibes and meet an unexpected rider on the road. We discuss how this section of the novel and movi…
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226: FotR 26: Nobody Talks About How Awesome Farmer Maggot Is!
Episode 226
The conversation with Farmer Maggot plays out in ways that Frodo never expected, and reveal so much about Maggot's character. What a stand-up guy.
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1 week ago
225: FotR 25: Frodo (Uknowingly) Trained to Avoid Black Riders by Running From Dogs
Episode 225
Frodo is a good person, but he made his mistakes. The Hobbits avoid the Nazgul by cutting cross country and onto Farmer Maggot's land, and we learn a…
2 weeks ago
224: FotR 24: Tolkien Doesn't Get Enough Credit for Dialogue Between Friends
Episode 224
Chapter 4's beginning gives us even more insight into the personalities of the Hobbits in a way that feels so real and honest, which is surprising in…
3 weeks ago
223: FotR 23: Gildor's Confusing Advice to Frodo Actually Makes Sense
Episode 223
At the end of chapter 3 Frodo and Gildor sit down and have an important conversation. Frodo asks for advice while still withholding information about…
4 weeks ago
222: FotR 22: The Meaning Behind Elves in the Shire That You May Not Have Realized
Episode 222
Frodo, Sam, and Pippen run into Gildor and his group of Elves in the Shire. At first, it may not seem that important, but there's more going on here …
1 month ago
221: FotR 21: Frodo vs Nazgul Round 2... Wait, Elves!?
Episode 221
The way everything lines up in this section of chapter 3 is genius.
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1 month, 1 week ago
220: Time Changes All Things, Including Our Perspectives - VIP Patron Chat June 2026
Episode 220
How has your perspective of Tolkien's world changed over time? Over multiple readings or movie rewatches? Do we see and feel different things as we g…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
219: FotR 20: Frodo vs Nazgul Round 1
Episode 219
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…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
218: This Summer's Best New Game Announcements - Robots Radio Summer Host Crossover 2026
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 disc…
2 months ago