The Rings of Power premiere

The transcript discusses the seamless integration of characters in a show based on Tolkien's world, highlighting the expertise of the showrunners. It reflects on the challenge of becoming a Tolkien expert and shares the cast's positive reaction to the show's production. The conversation also touches on the current appetite for fantasy and escapism, especially in the post-pandemic context, emphasizing the human longing explored through fantasy.

What does the speaker imply about the importance of escapism in the post-pandemic world?

In what ways does the speaker believe fantasy allows us to explore our humanity?