THE SECRETS OF
Middle Earth
The Secrets of Middle-Earth explores the very Catholic works from the imagination of J.R.R. Tolkien in both his writing and the screen adaptations of them, digging into the deeper meanings and hidden layers for the truth and beauty found therein.
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Mordor and the Fell Lands of Middle Earth
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…
Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 8: Shadow and Flame
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.
Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 7: Doomed to Die
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.
Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 6: Where Is He?
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!
Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 5: Halls of Stone
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.
Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 4: Eldest
Tom, Ents, and wights, oh my! Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Thomas Salerno discuss the latest episode of Rings of Power and the introduction or return of thse figures from Lord of the Rings; plus the Elrond & Galadriel tension; and Theo’s future.
Rings of Power, Season 2, Episodes 1 – 3
Season 2 of Rings of Power is here and Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker dive into the first three episodes, including Sauron’s manipulations of Elves, Dwarves, and Men; Pharazon’s scheme for power in Numenor; and the return of Isildur.
Rings of Power Season 2 Final Trailer Review
On the cusp of Rings of Power season 2, Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Patrick Mason break down the final trailer and explore Galadriel’s journey, Sauron’s manipulations, the potential roles of Elrond, Dwarves, and Numenor, and Tom Bombadil.
Quenta Silmarillion, Ch: 13 The Return of the Noldor
Continuing their exploration of The Silmarillion, Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker discuss “The Return of the Noldor” and the themes of victory and loss, leadership, loyalty, and kinship and the pride of the Noldor.
Rings of Power Season 2 Preview
Rings of Power Season 2 is almost here and Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Mike Schramm preview the new season; their reflections on season 1; hopes and fears for the second; and the themes of friendship, loyalty, valor, and redemption that the show embraces.
Tolkien and Lewis
Inklings! Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Alix Murray discuss literary friends J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, how their shared experiences and academic careers led to the Inklings and how that friendship shaped Narnia and Middle Earth.
A Special Message from StarQuest
StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli has a special message for all listeners and supporters of StarQuest’s shows.
