We look at Chapter 16 of The Hobbit, where Bilbo makes his most controversial choice-—handing the Arkenstone over to Bard and the Elvenking. Is Bilbo a traitor to the dwarves, or the only one thinking clearly as war looms? Or maybe he just wants to get home!

We also explore:

 * Did you know this chapter originally had a different title?
 * Why EXACTLY did Bilbo give up the Arkenstone (and his part of the Treasure)?
 * The morality of giving away the Arkenstone: is it just, betrayl, or is there a greater good?
 * Gandalf’s ability to say enough to encourage and hope, but not let them off the hook for their involvement.

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 * The most satisfying way to read The Hobbit: as it’s own non-Middle-earth story, as a LOTR prequel, or somewhere in the middle?
 * How annoyed Jonathan is when fans force The Hobbit into precise MIddle-earth lore.

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148. Bilbo Doubles Down on Burglary – The Hobbit #33

The talking birds bring news of the dragon’s demise to the dwarves–only to find a host of elves and men are coming to the mountain’s gate. Bard makes his claim for a portion of the treasure, but Thorin finds his reasons lacking–or is it just his lust for the treasure overtaking him?

This episode, we look at:

 * More (very old) talking birds
 * Thorin’s “dragon sickness” — or is it his dwarven heart?
 * Bard’s three reasons for having a claim to the treasure
 * Who’s at fault for starting the battle?df
 * What effect does the elves’ presence have on Thorin’s response?

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 * Are we warming up to how Peter Jackson [https://www.theonering.com/peter-jackson-interview/] portrayed Thorin’s dragon sickness? Well….
 * How Thorin’s change in the films lessens his deathbed turn in the books.
 * The most egregious change in The Hobbit films is…

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147. Is Thorin Gold-Sick or Just Sick of the Elves – The Hobbit #32

You’d think the death of the dragon is is the climax of The Hobbit… right? In this chapter, Tolkien gives us action, destruction, and the rise of a new unlikely hero. We look at Bard’s big moment, the politics of Laketown in crisis, and what Tolkien’s original idea for Smaug’s demise actually entailed. , we geek out on Hobbit facts, Tolkien’s fondness for enchanted gems, and the curious significance of talking birds.

We also look at:

 * How Bard came out of nowhere, and whether the films were right to introduce him sooner
 * All those talking birds!
 * Smaug’s hydrophobia
 * Why the old black arrow is the best arrow–and why might it be black?
 * Tolkien’s love for alliteration, and the details that make this chapter so satisfying
 * How the Elvenking is more like the elves of Middle-earth now.

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 * Comments and feedback from our listeners on the Arkenstone
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147. Smaug’s Hydrophobia – The Hobbit #31

Smaug is gone, so the Bilbo and the dwarves… just sit there?!  For a couple of days they do–and eventually they reach the treasures.  Bilbo, though, makes a choice to REALLY become the burglar when he sees the Arkenstone.

We explore:

 * The deep lore connection between the Arkenstone and the Silmarils.
 * Bilbo’s big “burglar” moment—what are the moral implications of his decision to pocket the Arkenstone?
 * How getting a glimpse of treasure suddenly fills the dwarves with unexpected courage (or maybe just classic dwarvish greed).
 * Why Tolkien’s details about mithril, ancient armor, enchanted harps, and precious gems make Middle Earth feel so real.
 * All the little moments and missed opportunities in Peter Jackson’s movie adaptation—what did the films completely mess up in this part of the story?

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 * Was the Arkenstone ever meant to be a Silmaril? We look deeper into Tolkien’s drafts and unique connections between Fëanors gems and the Dwarves greatest gem.

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145. Is the Arkenstone a Silmaril? – The Hobbit #30

Smaug is finally fully revealed! This week, we finish “Inside Information”, where Bilbo finally comes face-to-face with the unassessably wealthy dragon. We break down the wordplay Bilbo engages in as he denies Smaug his real name, Smaug’s memorable boasts, and how Bilbo manages to outwit Middle-earth’s greatest dragon (or maybe it’s just… luck?).

We explore:

 * Why names and riddles matter so much in Middle-earth (and how they protect Bilbo)
 * How Tolkien redefined dragons for fantasy—leaving old fairy tale clichés behind
 * The thrush’s “snail anvil,” Bilbo’s lucky break, and whether Tolkien’s worldbuilding is brilliant…or just a little too convenient
 * Dwarven treasure: legendary loot or worldbuilding gold?

In our extended episode (available for our members [https://www.theonering.com/members]), we dive deeper into:

 * The mystery of Erebor’s “most useless” door—and why it locks the party inside
 * King Bladorthin: a video-game waiting to happen
 * Tolkien video game adaptations: what works, what flops, and our dream Middle-earth game
 * The famous Samwise monologue in Peter Jackson’s films—does it live up to Tolkien’s original?

Here are the images we discussed in this episode:

 * Mt Rainier [https://www.theonering.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/raineier-scaled.jpg]
 * The Lonely Mountain – Tolkien [https://www.theonering.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Thrors-Map-of-The-Lonely-Mountain.jpeg]
 * Conversation with Smaug – Tolkien [https://www.theonering.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/conversations-with-smaug.jpg]
 * Peter Jackson’s 2 Legged Smaug [https://www.theonering.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Smaug-in-The-Desolation-of-Smaug.jpeg]
 * Dragonheart’s 4 Legged Dragon [https://www.theonering.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dragonheart-4-legs.jpg]

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144. Never Laugh at Live Dragons – The Hobbit #29

The new game, Tales of the Shire was released last month after numerous delays… so, I took a bullet for the team and bought the game.  I livestreamed playing the game for the very first time earlier this week–and it was everything I thought it would be!

Here’s the YouTube Link: https://youtube.com/live/HsU4yfM4g7U

I review the game early in the review… but you can listen to the whole thing as “enjoy” this new experience after that.

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143. Playing Tales of the Shire So You Don’t Have To

Bilbo finally becomes a real burglar in this chapter, venturing alone into the heart of the Lonely Mountain as Thorin and company are once again exposed for the unprepared adventurers they are. Meanwhile, And Smaug the possessive is finally revealed.

We also discuss:

 * Our Hobbit Fact: The Lonely Mountain is a…
 * Thorin’s continued lack of a plan
 * Tolkien’s precise definition of dwarves–exactly what we’ve been looking for for a long time!
 * The dwarves’ not-so-complicated relationship with heroism and treasure
 * The intoxicating allure of Smaug’s hoard and its effect on dwarves… AND hobbits

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 * How much treasure did Smaug really have? Did Peter Jackson [https://www.theonering.com/peter-jackson-interview/] get it right?
 * The dragon debate over two legs or four, and how Peter Jackson changed his mind (for the better?)
 * We examine Tolkien’s depiction of smaug (linked below) in detail.

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 * Mt Rainier [https://www.theonering.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/raineier-scaled.jpg]
 * The Lonely Mountain – Tolkien [https://www.theonering.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Thrors-Map-of-The-Lonely-Mountain.jpeg]
 * Conversation with Smaug – Tolkien [https://www.theonering.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/conversations-with-smaug.jpg]
 * Peter Jackson’s 2 Legged Smaug [https://www.theonering.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Smaug-in-The-Desolation-of-Smaug.jpeg]
 * Dragonheart’s 4 Legged Dragon [https://www.theonering.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dragonheart-4-legs.jpg]

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142. Size Matters to Every Dragon – The Hobbit #28

Here’s the next episode in our series of interviews from the December 2, 2003 roundtable discussions! In this interview–just before The Return of the King was released–Elijah wood reflects on the journey of becoming Frodo Baggins. From long days on set in New Zealand to forging real friendships with his castmates, he shares what made filming The Lord of the Rings so special—and why he’d happily do it all over again.

He discusses:

 * Four years of filmmaking and friendship
 * The camaraderie at the heart of Middle-earth
 * What Elijah learned about himself through Frodo
 * Life as “Frodo” in the eyes of fans

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141. An Interview with Elijah Wood

Erebor’s secret door: clever storytelling or a bit too convenient? In this episode, we discuss one of The Hobbit’s quieter chapters, where Bilbo and the dwarves finally reach Erebor’s hidden entrance. We break down why the dwarves seem at a loss, how Bilbo’s perspective has shifted on the journey, and whether this chapter signals Tolkien’s move from fairy tale logic toward a more realistic fantasy world.

We also look at:

 * Why the thrush and its “snail anvil” are more than just a quirky detail
 * What the dwarves’ lack of a plan says about their role in the story
 * The line between chance events and plot devices in Tolkien’s writing
 * Bilbo’s all-important homesick mindset

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 * How Tolkien’s view of dwarves changed over time—and what inspired it
 * The first mentions of dwarves in Tolkien’s legendarium
 * Warhammer armies, 3D printing, and tabletop gaming
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140. Into the Mountain’s Throat – The Hobbit #27

As Thorin and company finally reach the Lonely Mountain, reality sets in—and it doesn’t smell so pleasant. We examine Tolkien’s skillful prose and worldbuilding as the company confront the desolation left by Smaug and realize they really have no plan–just the map they carry.

We also look at:

 * Why are the dwarves so quick to lose hope?
 * Is Bilbo the real leader of this quest?
 * How do Tolkien’s maps [https://www.theonering.com/maps-of-middle-earth/] shape the story?
 * Dragon desolation: does Smaug’s evil actually change the land?

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 * Our guilty pleasure reads—what fantasy and sci-fi books do we binge when we’re not in Middle Earth?
 * 3D printing, wargaming, and hobbies we nerd out over when we’re not podcasting.

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139. The Problem with Thorin – The Hobbit #26

Join Jonathan Watson, Michael Grumbine, and Dan Coats as we read through The SIlmarillion, talk about The Rings of Power, and explore all the ages of Tolkien’s Middle-earth.

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