Secret Fire Podcast

The time has come to say farewell to Lorien. The Company is summoned to the chamber of Celeborn where they are told that the time has come for each to choose whether to continue the Quest, or remain for a time in Lothlorien. There are consequences for each choice. We explore those as we continue […] The post Farewell To Lorien Pt. 1, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP043 appeared first on GCTN.

We finally make our way with Frodo and Sam to peer into the Mirror of Galadriel. What do each see in the still waters? What do their visions portend? Sam must also make the hardest decision of his life in a drama which reminds us of the Parable of the Two Sons. Join us as […] The post The Mirror Of Galadriel Pt. 2, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP042 appeared first on GCTN.

The Elf Haldir leads the Company from the hill of Cerin Amroth to the city of the Galadhrim, Caras Galadhon, where dwell the Lord Celeborn and Galadriel the Lady of Lorien. In the house of Celeborn they were greeted as friends. Yet one of the Company was missing. Join us as we continue our journeys […] The post The Mirror Of Galadriel Pt. 1, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP041 appeared first on GCTN.

Frodo, Sam, and Legolas are on a talan in a mallorn tree at the biding Haldir the Elf of Lothlorien. Messengers of Elrond had given news of the travellers. When it is revealed that a dwarf is with them the Elves make it clear that he cannot pass through the Golden Wood. But Gimli is […] The post Lothlorien Pt. 3, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP040 appeared first on GCTN.

The company has reached the eaves of Lothlorien – the Golden Wood – home to the Galadhrim. After traveling little more than a mile into the forest they came upon the Nimrodel, a stream with healing powers, named for the Elven-maid who lived beside it long ago. Join us as we continue our adventures through […] The post Lothlorien Pt. 2, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP039 appeared first on GCTN.

The company has reached the eaves of Lothlorien – the Golden Wood – home to the Galadhrim. After traveling little more than a mile into the forest they came upon the Nimrodel, a stream with healing powers named for the Elven-maid who lived beside it long ago. Join us as we continue our adventures through […] The post Lothlorien Pt. 2, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP039 appeared first on GCTN.

Gandalf has fallen during his battle with the Balrog. The rest of the Company has been scattered – running out of the Gates and down the age-worn steps of the threshold of Moria. Beyond hope, they reached open skies. On this episode of the Secret Fire Podcast we begin the journey to Lothlorien in The […] The post Lothlorien Pt. 1, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP038 appeared first on GCTN.

At the Bridge of Khazad-dum the Company comes face-to-face with a power-terror, a demon of might: a Balrog! Once a Maia corrupted by Melkor, this foe is any in the Fellowship save Gandalf. Gandalf, as a member of the Istari, is of the Maiar too. But he has the Secret Fire on his side. Join […] The post The Bridge Of Khazad-dum Pt. 2, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP037 appeared first on GCTN.

In the Chamber of Mazarbul, where the Company of the Ring discovered the tomb of Balin son of Fundin, the stakes are about to become the highest that the Fellowship has yet experienced. The fierceness and the love of hobbits is striking as we make our way to the Bridge of Khazad-dum. The Fierceness of […] The post The Bridge Of Khazad-dum Pt. 1, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP036 appeared first on GCTN.

After a night spent in the great cavernous hall in Moria, oppressed by the chill air and darkness all about, Sam wondered what could drive the dwarves to make such holes. Gimli, slighted at the insult, rose and began to chant the Song of Durin. Join us as we continue our adventure through the Lord […] The post A Journey In The Dark Pt. 3, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP035 appeared first on GCTN.

The Gates of Moria have been opened. But as Frodo strode forward to enter he felt something seize him. As the others were seemingly fixed in place, Sam took action. Yet, at the same time, Bill the pony dashed away into the darkness. Samwise Gamgee had to make a decision. We discuss his choice and […] The post A Journey In The Dark Pt. 2, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP034 appeared first on GCTN.

Cruel Caradhras has been satisfied. The Company has been routed. On this episode of Secret Fire Podcast we make our way to the Gates of Moria and begin a journey in the dark as we examine book II, chapter 4 of the Lord Of The Rings. A Journey In The Dark It has been several […] The post A Journey In The Dark Pt. 1, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP033 appeared first on GCTN.

The Redhorn Gate. The most malevolent foe that the Company has encountered since leaving Rivendell is the mountain known as Caradhras the Cruel. Is there anything that can help them to survive? Join us as we complete The Lord of the Rings, book II, chapter 3, The Ring Goes South. The Ring Goes South, Pt. […] The post The Ring Goes South Pt. 4, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP032 appeared first on GCTN.

The Company left the road at the Ford of Bruinen to follow narrow paths southwards into the land that men call Hollin. Eregion was its name when Elves lived there in happier days. Gimli knows all about this land. But how? Join us as we continue reading The Lord of the Rings, book II, chapter […] The post The Ring Goes South Pt. 3, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP031 appeared first on GCTN.

The tale of Nine is filled. Representatives from the Free Folk of Middle-earth will accompany Frodo, though no oath of bond is laid upon them to go further than they will. Now seven days of preparations begin. Join us as we continue to read through The Lord of the Rings, book II, chapter 3, The […] The post The Ring Goes South Pt. 2, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP030 appeared first on GCTN.

The history of the One Ring has been told. The conflict has been defined and Frodo Baggins has been appointed to carry the burden of Middle-earth to the fires of Mount Doom. Samwise Gamgee will go with his master. Join us as we begin reading through The Lord of the Rings, book II, chapter 3, […] The post The Ring Goes South Pt. 1, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP029 appeared first on GCTN.

The Council of Elrond is coming to a close. The representatives of the free peoples of Middle-earth have shared their tales and heard the whole history of the One Ring. But one question remains: What shall be done with it? Join us as we conclude this chapter of The Lord of the Rings. The Council […] The post The Council Of Elrond Pt. 8, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP028 appeared first on GCTN.

We take a break from our normal adventures through The Lord of the Rings this week in order to once again open up the vaults at the old, defunct Middle-earth Network, brush aside Shelob’s webs, and bring you a fantastic interview with Douglas Gresham, the stepson of C.S. Lewis. Douglas Gresham Mr. Gresham is an […] The post Special: Interview with C.S. Lewis’ stepson Douglas Gresham | SFPS002 appeared first on GCTN.

We find Gandalf imprisoned on the pinnacle of Orthanc. He does not even the room to properly pace and brood over the state of affairs in Middle-earth. Saruman has fallen, the Riders are scouring the North in search of the One Ring, and Frodo is without a powerful Wizard at his side. Join us as […] The post The Council Of Elrond Pt. 7, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP027 appeared first on GCTN.

The time has come for Gandalf the Grey to address the Council of Elrond. He will fill in the missing gaps in the story of the One Ring and give account of the conspicuously absent Saruman the White. Join us as we continue reading through The Lord of the Rings. The Council Of Elrond, Pt. […] The post The Council Of Elrond Pt. 6, The Lord Of The Rings | SFP026 appeared first on GCTN.