Thinking about seeing The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim in theaters but not sure if it’s worth it? This episode is perfect for newcomers and casual fans alike! I break down the film’s story, characters, dialogue, vis...
JRR Tolkien described The Lord of the Rings as a " fundamentally religious and Catholic work ." When this statement isn't outright ignored, it's wildly misunderstood. John Carswell of the Tolkien Road podcast joins me to expl...
"The Rider" from the new War of the Rohirrim movie touches my heart, and I know you'll find some courage, hope, and inspiration as we explore these beautiful words and a few passages about Rohan that may have inspired them. L...
My raw reactions to the recently released 8-minute sneak peek of The War of the Rohirrim , the highly anticipated animated film set in the world of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth. Join me as I dive into the epic visuals, the s...
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Tolkien’s timeless wisdom on gratitude, exploring the theme through the eyes of Bilbo Baggins , Faramir of Gondor, and the ancient practices of Númenor . Discover how Bilbo expressed thanks during ...
In a quiet, shadowed corner of the Prancing Pony , the destiny of Middle-earth takes a turn with the arrival of a mysterious figure—a ranger known only as Strider . Few recognize him, and fewer still know his true purpose. As...
Journey to Bree , the legendary village at the crossroads of Middle-earth. As Frodo and his friends step into the warm glow of the Prancing Pony , they’re met with a gathering of mysterious strangers, ancient secrets, and ech...
What happens when two friends decide to bring the world of J.R.R. Tolkien to life on the Teton Crest Trail? In this special episode of Lore of the Rings , host Aaron takes you on an epic journey with modern adventurers Andrew...
In this episode, I dive deep into the ongoing debate surrounding Rings of Power and respond to the popular sentiment: "If you don’t like it, don’t watch it." As a long-time fan of J.R.R. Tolkien’s works, I explain why walking...
Watched Rings of Power Season 2 and want to go back to "read the book"? Well, it's not so simple! In this episode I outline 7 different sources for you to read the tale of the Second Age, from the quickest reads in the append...
My unprepared, un-researched thoughts on the opening sequence of Rings of Power season 2, and all of its connections to the Ring Verse printed in JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings . Contact the show, donate, and find past episo...
The greatest battle. The greatest romance. The greatest deception. The greatest smithying. The greatest of great greats that were ever greated! Yes, today will be another rough one, my fellow wanderer. Together we will explor...
Explore Rings of Power season 2 episode 6 "Where is He?" by comparing scene-by-scene with one of J.R.R. Tolkien's core storytelling principles: the "inner consistency of reality." This concept, taken from Tolkien's famous ess...
Dive deep into the music of The Rings of Power Season 2, focusing on three mystical songs tied to one of the most enigmatic figures in Tolkien's Middle-earth—Tom Bombadil. Discover the rich connection between music and creati...
Today we are reviewing season 2, episode 5, “Halls of Stone” from Amazon's Rings of Power. We’re going deep into ring lore, Numenor’s religious ceremonies, letters begging for help, and the vastness of Middle-earth as it’s no...
Review for Rings of Power Season 2 episode 4 "Eldest". Elrond and Galadriel lead a band of elves to Eregion, uncovering dark mysteries and the unexpected return of barrow-wights, while The Stranger encounters Tom Bombadil, th...
Explore some of the most intriguing scenes and storylines from Rings of Power Season 2 episode 3. From the disturbing revelation that orcs eat horses to the show's new take on Shelob's lair, and from the introduction of new N...
Dive deep into the mysterious figure of Annatar, the "Lord of Gifts," whose true identity is set to be revealed in the most shocking twist yet. Join us as we explore Annatar's deceptive schemes, his manipulation of the Elves,...
Rings of Power is back! Today, I'm breaking down the good, the bad, the lore faithfulness, and all the little Easter egg connections in Episode 1 of Season 2, titled 'Elven Kings Under the Sky.' From light to darkness, good t...
In this episode, we take a moment to address a growing concern within the Tolkien fandom as Amazon’s Rings of Power Season 2 premieres today. While excitement is high, the online discourse has revealed a troubling trend of ne...
My guest today is Marilyn R. Pukkila: academic, author, and prolific podcaster. My introduction to her was through her podcast, called Rings and Rituals. There, she seeks to uncover what the various rituals can reveal about t...
JRR Tolkien posed a different question to who is Tom Bombadil? He asked rather, What is Tom Bombadil? Today with special guest Ian from Thoughts on Tolkien, we explore the mysterious creature of Tom Bombadil. With just a few ...
