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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH047.mp3Podcast: Download  We talk about Peter Jackson’s reaction to the 48 FPS controversy, and Eliah Wood also chimes in. We also talk about Azog and Bolg based on some casting news. And what are the 7 habits of highly effective Hobbits? Links: Peter Jackson responds to complaints about ‘The Hobbit’ footage: http://insidemovies.ew.com/2012/04/27/peter-jackson-responds-hobbit/?iid=rcfooter-movies-‘hobbit’%3A+peter+jackson+answers+critics Elijah Wood weighs in […]

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH046.mp3Podcast: DownloadWe discuss the new Hobbit footage that was shown at CinemaCon and the controversy over the 48 frames per second technology used by Peter Jackson. Is The Hobbit in trouble? Subscribe to the Feed | Subscribe with iTunes

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH045.mp3Podcast: DownloadThis week, we talk about The Hobbit tie-ins that will be published by HarperCollins; we discuss the 48 FPS projection technique, we discover who else was up for the role of Bilbo and wonder if we will ever see the Silmarillion on the big screen. Links: Ian McKellen video Lord of the Rings – […]

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH044.mp3Podcast: Download  We discuss the two photos that leaked out recently from the set of what could be Laketown; Stephen Fry tells us about the looks and the behavior of the Master of Laketown; another elven casting call! Links: Riddles in the Dark podcast J.R.R. Tolkien – In Oxford (1968) from Deniz Özakıncı on Vimeo. […]

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH043.mp3Podcast: DownloadIn this episode: filming of Smaug’s attack on Laketown underway? Smaug the Golden Logo; 3D filming techniques; Hobbit games and merchandize; Elladan and Elrohir April Fool’s joke. 3D Phantom Menace Interview with John Knoll Listen to our other Tolkien show, Secrets of Middle-earth My review of the movie John Carter on The Break #828 Subscribe […]

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH042.mp3Podcast: DownloadWe discuss the spy photos from the outdoor set of what looks to be the city of Dale; the Hobbit pub is saved by Gandalf and the Master of Laketown; Save the Shire; How successful will The Hobbit be? What will you read on Tolkien Reading Day on Good Friday? The Hobbit Fan Community […]

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH041.mp3Podcast: DownloadHow will Peter Jackson reveal the Necromancer’s true identity? Will we see the flaming eye we know from the Lord of the Rings trilogy? And what does the preorder merchandise information reveal about the first movie? Listen to the episode to find out! Links: Gareth Eves’ Matamata/Hobbiton Flickr photos Riddles in the Dark prediction game […]

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH040.mp3Podcast: DownloadPart II of our analysis of Peter Jackson’s sixth production video: Mirkwood Eaves, Dol Guldur, the Misty Mountains, Carrock and Barrels Out of Bond! Subscribe to the Feed | Subscribe with iTunes

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH039.mp3Podcast: DownloadWe analyze Peter Jackson’s sixth production video and speculate about what we see and what we don’t see! In part I: Laketown, wargs and trees, the Bag End auction, the Bee Pastures, Béorn’s dwelling, Mirkwood and Dale. Subscribe to the Feed | Subscribe with iTunes

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH038.mp3Podcast: DownloadWe talk about Benedict Cumberbatch’s voice and motion capture work for Smaug and the Necromancer, explore what we know about Radagast and speculate about Muppets and future Oscar-winning Hobbit songs. Bilbo’s Contract deciphered Hobbit Production Locations Check out the website for ‘The Minister of Chance’ for more information about the audio drama: www.ministerofchance.com Subscribe to […]

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH037.mp3Podcast: DownloadSylvester McCoy about his character Radagast the Brown; where will The Hobbit movies split? Hobbit fan music; Hobbit toys and games; Nicolas Cage and Middle-earth. Thanks to Radio Static for their permission to use the clips of the interview with Sylvester McCoy. You can watch the full interview with McCoy as well as several […]

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH036.mp3Podcast: DownloadBilly Connolly is cast as Dáin Ironfoot, a new photo from the set, more about Evangeline Lilly’s character, the advantages and disadvantages of famous actors in The Hobbit and more! Subscribe to the Feed | Subscribe with iTunes

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH035.mp3Podcast: Download  Dave and Fr. Roderick bring you up-to-date with the latest news from New Zealand and speculate about the Battle of Five Armies. Subscribe to the Feed | Subscribe with iTunes

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH034.mp3Podcast: DownloadPart 2 of our detailed look at the first official trailer for The Hobbit – An Unexpected Journey. Subscribe to the Feed | Subscribe with iTunes

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https://media.blubrry.com/jimmy_akins_mysterious_world/traffic.libsyn.com/sqpn01/STH033.mp3Podcast: DownloadIn this episode, we take a detailed look at the first official trailer for The Hobbit – An Unexpected Journey. Subscribe to the Feed | Subscribe with iTunes

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We discuss how Ian McKellen and Martin Freeman work with director Peter Jackson to give depth to their portrayal of Gandalf and Bilbo. And we talk -as always- about the latest news!

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We analyze the fourth Hobbit production video and talk about the new pictures and stories from the Hobbit set in Matamata.

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Frodo and Bilbo are back in the Shire! Peter Jackson is filming in Matamata with Elijah Wood and Martin Freeman. The announcement of the first movie’s premiere and a mysterious house in the forrest.

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Peter Jackson and Stephen Fry talk Hobbit language; heightened activity on the Hobbiton set; a new documentary about the Lord of the Rings and War in the North and a very cool Hobbit reunion.

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Barrels out of Bond near Pelorus Bridge in Marlborough; Hobbit games: from text adventure to action game; Road to the Shire in New York; how to get ready for a Hobbit Halloween.