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The Tolkien Professor

The Tolkien Professor (Corey Olsen)

The Tolkien Professor podcast is a series of lectures, discussions, and seminars on the works of J.R.R. Tolkien by Corey Olsen, President of Signum University. All are welcome to enter – even those without any party business!

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  • Jun 16, 2009 · 32 min

    Episode 3: The Ridiculous and the Sublime

    The Hobbit Series Lecture 2, in which I look at the beginning of Bilbo's burlarious career and examine the natures of trolls and elves. Text: Chapters 2 and 3, "Roast Mutton" and "A Short Rest" Support The Tolkien Professor

  • Jun 16, 2009 · 37 min

    Episode 2: Took and Baggins

    The Hobbit Series Lecture 1, in which I examine how Tolkien introduces his fantasy world through his flustered little protagonist. Text: Chapter 1, "An Unexpected Party" Support The Tolkien Professor

  • Jun 16, 2009 · 28 min

    Episode 1: How to Read Tolkien and Why

    The Intro Lecture, in which I discuss Tolkien's understanding of the nature and importance of storytelling. Primary Text: Tolkien's essay "On Fairy-Stories" Support The Tolkien Professor