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Lore of the Rings
Lore of the Rings
Lore of the Rings: Wander the world of JRR Tolkien is an introduction to JRR Tolkien's mythology and stories that are foundational to the L…
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Lore of the Rings
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Transform your Tolkien Experience with Lore of the Rings

Explore JRR Tolkien's mythology and stories that are foundational to the Lord of the Rings. This show is for you if you've only seen the movies and you're reading the books for the first time, or reading for the first time in a long time! We wander the world of Middle-earth together, highlighting details, themes, and lore connections that you likely missed.

New podcast episodes every Thursday.

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Introducing the Lore of the Rings | Wander the World of JRR Tolkien

Reviews

Best Podcast for all things Middle Earth

"I stumbled upon this podcast in prep for The Rings of Power series & what a gem!! I enjoy all of the LOTR content, and as a big Hobbit & LOTR Fan of both the books & movies, I appreciate Aaron’s know…"

Newt907 | Oct. 3, 2023

Truly Wonderful

"I’ve been a LOTR/Hobbit fan since middle school, but this podcast has reawakened my love for Tolkien like no other. I even got inspired enough to finally read the Silmarillion, and man was it worth i…"

Steve191919 | Jan. 18, 2023

Fantastic

"Simplifies an extremely complex fantasy world without leaving out any details. Clear, precise and very enjoyable."

ben_judd | April 8, 2022

Wow, just wow

"My sister told me about this, because she knew I loved reading sci-fi/fantasy, and I read LOTR in high school, but promptly forgot about it. Now, being close to 40 I decided to give it a shot again a…"

Titaaaaan Punch | March 16, 2022

Great introduction or refresher.

"I mean to read the Books again this year but haven’t read them in over 10 years, as I used to do so almost yearly. This is a gem of a reference. Podcast does a good job getting straight to the point …"

ThePinkEnt | Jan. 23, 2022

Great listen on my commute!

"Lore of the Rings is the Tolkien fan friend that’s always there to chat Middle Earth! I listen in the morning and it starts my day off right. Aaron is well-versed in all things Tolkien but still rel…"

Cheese and Travel | Aug. 3, 2024

Recent Episodes

May 14, 2025

5 Surprising Books That Transformed My Love for Tolkien and Middle-earth | 213

Discover five essential books that reshaped how I see J.R.R. Tolkien, his stories, and the world of Middle-earth. From rare insights into Tolkien’s imagination to indispensable resources like The Atlas of Middle-earth and the...
May 7, 2025

The Lord of the Rings: 1 Book, 3 Books, or 6? Is it a Trilogy? | Explore JRR Tolkien’s alternate titles | 212

Is The Lord of the Rings one book, three books, or six? And why do we call it a trilogy when Tolkien himself insisted it wasn’t? Dive into the behind-the-scenes story of how The Lord of the Rings was published, exploring the ...
April 30, 2025

Nine Riders vs. One Hobbit | JRR Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring | Bk 1 Ch 12 Part 4 (211)

Nine ancient wraiths close in on a single hobbit at the Ford of Bruinen — and Tolkien weaves one of The Lord of the Rings' most powerful moments of defiance, courage, and friendship. This episode explores the final scene of "...
April 23, 2025

Glorfindel Unveiled | JRR Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring | Bk 1 Ch 12 Part 3 (210)

Frodo’s journey through the wilds takes a dramatic turn as the wounded hobbit nears the Ford of Bruinen. This episode explores three pivotal moments from the chapter Flight to the Ford in The Fellowship of the Ring . First, S...
April 16, 2025

The Ultimate Story of Hope | JRR Tolkien’s “Eucatastrophe” and the Resurrection of Christ (209)

Eucatastrophe, a term coined by J.R.R. Tolkien, encapsulates the sudden, unexpected joy that breaks through moments of despair. Drawing from Tolkien's essay "On Fairy Stories", this episode delves into how eucatastrophe shape...
April 9, 2025

Frodo vs. the Past | JRR Tolkien's Fellowship of the Ring | Bk 1 ch 12 Part 2 (208)

Frodo retraces Bilbo’s footsteps through troll-country , but the path is darker, colder, and far more perilous. This episode explores the rich narrative echoes between The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings , revealing how Tolk...

Recent Blog Posts

Nov. 22, 2024

Frodo’s Accident with the Ring: Irony, Mystery, and Lore at the Pranc…

The Prancing Pony in Bree is one of the most iconic locations in The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien. In this pivotal chapter, Frodo Baggins tries to keep a low profile but ends up making one of the most memorable—and disastrous&mdash…

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Nov. 14, 2024

Strider and the Shadows of the Prancing Pony: Frodo’s Fateful Encount…

In J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, Frodo Baggins’s journey takes a dark turn in the shadowed corners of the Prancing Pony inn in Bree. Surrounded by strange faces and lingering tension, he encounters a mysterious figure who will …

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Nov. 7, 2024

Secrets of Bree: The Hidden Depths of Middle-earth’s Prancing Pony

Explore into the hidden depths of Bree, a village where stories converge and ancient histories breathe life into the present. As Frodo Baggins and his companions walk into the flickering lights of the Prancing Pony, they enter more than just an inn&…

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