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 ...
Who would win between Gandalf and Picard? Pike vs Shelob? Saruman vs the Borg Queen? Today Lore of the Rings mashes up with Captain's Pod to compare and contrast the two amazing world of Lord of the Rings and Star Trek. We lo...
Dive deep into the enigmatic world of Tom Bombadil. Explore Tom's unique role in Middle-earth, his mastery over wood, water, and hill, and his peculiar relationship with the One Ring. Discover how Tom assists the hobbits thro...
Dive into the eerie origins and dark history of Tolkien's Barrow-wights. Discover how these malevolent spirits from Angmar inhabit the ancient burial mounds of the Barrow-downs, terrifying Frodo and his friends. Learn about t...
Journey into the chilling depths of Chapter 8, "Fog on the Barrow-downs" from JRR Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring. Discover the dark and foreboding Barrow-downs, ancient burial mounds shrouded in mystery and dread. We delve ...
The final scenes of "In the House of Tom Bombadil" from Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring. Discover Tom Bombadil's mysterious connections to the outside world, his unique relationship with the One Ring, and why its dark power ...
Join us in this captivating episode as we explore the enchanting world of Tom Bombadil and Goldberry in J.R.R. Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring. Learn how Tolkien masterfully blends opposites, from east and west to light and ...
In this episode, we delve into the captivating dinner scene with the hobbits, Tom Bombadil, and Goldberry. Explore the harmonious partnership between Tom and Goldberry. Uncover the recurring motif of similes used by Tolkien t...
Wander into the first part of "In the House of Tom Bombadil" from Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring, focusing on the enigmatic Goldberry. Explore her mystical presence, her profound connection to nature, and the captivating my...
Dive into the exciting new on-screen adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien's legendary tales. In this episode, I’m joined by John from the Lorehounds podcast, and together, we explore the upcoming cinematic and streaming adventures t...
We delve into the exciting reveal from Rings of Power Season 2, featuring the enigmatic Tom Bombadil, a character who has baffled readers and scholars of Tolkien's works for decades. We explore the concept of eucatastrophe as...
Wander into the eerie embrace of Tolkien's Old Forest, where ancient willows whisper secrets and shadows dance on golden afternoons. Join me for the second part of wandering JRR Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring chapter 6 "The...
In this episode, we delve into the eerie and enigmatic Old Forest from J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Fellowship of the Ring. Often overlooked by those who have only seen the movies, this chapter is filled with danger, mystery, and tra...
Ready for more Rings of Power? Let's hope Amazon has been able to turn the story around! I give you my reactions to the first teaser trailer for season 2, including some good points and what's making me nervous. Can Rings of ...
In this episode, we delve into the second half of Chapter 5 of "The Fellowship of the Ring," titled "A Conspiracy Unmasked." Join us as we uncover the intricate web of friendship and secrets among the hobbits of the Shire. Fr...
