In this episode, we embark upon the season of Lent and discuss how to have a great and worthy Lent this year. We discuss the historical origins of Lent, the role of sacrifice and suffering in spiritual growth, and why Lenten resolutions are superior to New Year's resolutions. Join us around the fire, wherever you may be.

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In this episode, we return to the hearth to discuss more excellent and manly poetry, this week from Rudyard Kipling and other worthy authors. We discuss themes of humility, honest work, and the adventure of life, and reveal how these great poems show us how to be better men and to raise better men. Join us around the fire, wherever you may be.

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In this episode, we explore 2 examples of great poets of our time: G. K. Chesterton and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. We delve into themes of history, patriotism, hard work, perseverance, family-centric living, and the romance of salvation, through the lens of 2 great poets who knew how to live well. Join us around the fire, wherever you may be.

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From Episode 28: Great Poets of History: Chesterton and Longfellow

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In this episode, we delve into some of the greatest poems from Tolkien in The Lord of The Rings. We explore the romance of Beren and Luthien, the sorrow of the loss of Gandalf, the history and hope of the dwarves, and the frolicking joy of hobbits on daily adventures. Join us around the fire, wherever you may be.

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The Song of Durin (A Capella): https://open.spotify.com/track/0y0xfC3Q3feNlZpillpJE2?si=0ae34d89e38945ae
Adventure (The Edge of Night): https://open.spotify.com/track/3CwoE5kjoybLevfNdOaTio?si=20820acf219f401d

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In this episode, we explore the importance and significance of poetry in everyday life. We discuss the heroic nature of manly poetry, how poetry can be accessible to all, and some of the great works of the famous poets Longfellow, Stevenson, and Chesterton. Join us around the fire, wherever you may be.

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In this episode, we do a part 2 of our ideas for New Year's resolutions inspired by The Lord of the Rings. We discuss the friendship of Legolas and Gimli, the beauty of friendship shown by the Conspirators, and the bearing of burdens that Frodo does so well. Join us around the fire, wherever you may be.

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In this episode, we welcome in the new year with some ideas for New Year's resolutions inspired by The Lord of the Rings. We talk about contemplating Our Lord like Elrond, repenting for mistakes we make like Boromir, and being proper and good kings in our lives like Aragorn. Join us around the fire, wherever you may be.

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In this Christmas special, we rejoice in Christ's coming and discuss what that means. We lay out why He came in the first place, why He came as a baby and as a king, and what Christmas should be to each of us. Join us around the fire, wherever you may be.

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