Hi all,
Another exciting one. Episode 10 of the podcast is now live!
Jeremy is joined by theology professor and Tolkien expert Andrew Snyder for a discussion on The Lord of the Rings, and what drove J.R.R. Tolkien to pen his fantasy epic.
They discuss Tolkien’s Christian and northern heroic influences, and the story’s timeless lessons on personal responsibility, hope amid despair, and finding the true self through self-sacrifice.
You can watch the episode for free on Substack, or on YouTube if you prefer.
Enjoy!
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