Secrets of Middle Earth

Dec 11 2024 88 ep. 60 mins 307

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The Secrets of Middle-earth explores the myths, legends and themes of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth. A podcast about the books, the movies and the videogame 'Lord of the Rings Online', the Hobbit and the Silmarillion. Hosted by Fr. Roderick.

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A Special Advent Message

Dec 11 2024 2 mins

This is Dom Bettinelli, CEO of StarQuest, with a special message as we approach the Christmas season. Over the years, the StarQuest Network has continued to grow as a unique Catholic apostolate, bringing faith and culture together in ways that educate, inspire, and entertain. Shows like Jimmy Akin’s Mysterious World, Secrets of Doctor Who, and Secrets of Star Wars have reached hu

Join Jimmy and Dom for Livestream Event on 12/12/24

Jimmy Akin invites you to join him in Italy in 2025 for the Holy Year for a once-in a lifetime, 12-day pilgrimage to the mysterious shrines and holy sites of Rome, Assisi, and more.You will journey with Trinity Tour Travels who are not only experts in providing the best pilgrimages, but also financially support the Christian community in the Holy Land through their work, which is o

Rohan and the Rohirrim

Dec 03 2024 85 mins

SME077: Explore with Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker the rich history and culture of Rohan including its founding, the Oath of Friendship with Gondor, and the pivotal role it plays in the War of the Ring, as well as the upcoming War of the Rohirrim movie, delving into Helm Hammerhand’s tragic tale and speculating on the adaptation’s portrayal of Rohan’s epic s

Quenta Silmarillion, Ch. 14 – 16

Nov 19 2024 81 mins

SME076: Discover Beleriand! Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker continue their journey through the Silmarillion, incl. chapters about Beleriand and its influence on later Middle-earth settings and on Turgon’s founding of Gondolin.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube.Help us continue to of

Rings of Power Season 2 Wrap Up

Nov 05 2024 95 mins

SME075: Now that season 2 of Rings of Power is complete, Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Alix Murray discuss its themes, character arcs, and story development, including some critiques on Galadriel and the Harfoots arc.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube.Help us continue to offer the Secr

Mordor and the Fell Lands of Middle Earth

Oct 29 2024 95 mins

SME074: For our Halloween episode, Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker delve into Tolkien’s “fell lands”—dark regions of Middle-Earth brimming with sinister elements, inclluding Utumno, Angmar, and Mordor, focusing on their roles in Tolkien’s mythology, blending humor and lore, reflecting on both well-known settings and obscure places filled with werewolves an

Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 8: Shadow and Flame

Oct 08 2024 95 mins

SME073: The big season finale! Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Patrick Mason discuss the final episode of season 2, which dropped huge story bombs in every story line. Hear their analysis of the episode and the key themes and moments.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube.Help us continue to offer the Secr

Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 7: Doomed to Die

Oct 01 2024 81 mins

SME072: The fall of Eregion! Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker discuss the penultimate episode of season 2, including themes of deception and Adar’s complex motivations. Plus, the significance of the new collection of Tolkien’s poetry.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube.Help us c

Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 6: Where Is He?

Sep 24 2024 74 mins

SME071: Where is he? Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Patrick Mason discuss the latest episode of Rings of Power, including Elendil’s faith and defiance of Pharazon, Miriel’s symbolic baptism; and Annatar’s manipulation of Celebrimbor. Plus Hobbit Day!Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube

Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 5: Halls of Stone

Sep 17 2024 74 mins

SME070: The best episode yet? Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, and Patrick Mason discuss Sauron’s manipulation of Celebrimbor; the corruption and greed of King Durin; Pharazon’s repression of the Numenor faithful; and Galadriel’s enemy of her enemy.Get all new episodes automatically and for free:Follow by Email | Listen to this episode and subscribe on YouTube.Help u