SQPN: Secrets of Middle-earth

SQPN, Inc.

A Podcast about Tolkien's Middle-earth recorded in Lord of the Rings Online

  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    The War of the Rohirrim

    Explore The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim with Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker as they discuss Rohan’s legendary history, Helm Hammerhand’s epic battles, Hera’s heroic journey, and how the film honors Tolkien’s deep and timeless lore.

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    17 December 2024, 9:00 pm
  • 2 minutes 43 seconds
    A Special Advent Message

    StarQuest needs your support to continue our mission of bringing faith and culture together in ways that educate, inspire, and entertain with all of our shows.

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    11 December 2024, 4:23 pm
  • 40 seconds
    Join Jimmy and Dom for Livestream Event on 12/12/24

    Jimmy Akin invites you to join him in Italy in 2025 for the Holy Year for a once-in a lifetime, 12-day pilgrimage to the mysterious shrines and holy sites of Rome, Assisi, and more.

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    6 December 2024, 8:22 pm
  • 1 hour 25 minutes
    Rohan and the Rohirrim

    Explore with Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker the rich history and culture of Rohan including its founding, the Oath of Friendship with Gondor, and the pivotal role it plays in the War of the Ring, as well as the upcoming War of the Rohirrim movie, delving into Helm Hammerhand’s tragic tale and speculating on the adaptation’s portrayal of Rohan’s epic struggles.

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    3 December 2024, 9:00 pm
  • 1 hour 21 minutes
    Quenta Silmarillion, Ch. 14 – 16

    Discover Beleriand! Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker continue their journey through the Silmarillion, incl. chapters about Beleriand and its influence on later Middle-earth settings and on Turgon's founding of Gondolin.

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    19 November 2024, 9:00 pm
  • 1 hour 35 minutes
    Rings of Power Season 2 Wrap Up

    Now that season 2 of Rings of Power is complete, Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Alix Murray discuss its themes, character arcs, and story development, including some critiques on Galadriel and the Harfoots arc.

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    5 November 2024, 9:00 pm
  • 1 hour 35 minutes
    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 obscure places filled with werewolves and ancient evils, ultimately weaving a narrative of Middle-Earth’s haunted geography for fans.

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    29 October 2024, 4:00 pm
  • 1 hour 35 minutes
    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.

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    8 October 2024, 4:00 pm
  • 1 hour 21 minutes
    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.

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    1 October 2024, 4:00 pm
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    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!

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    24 September 2024, 4:00 pm
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    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.

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    17 September 2024, 4:00 pm
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