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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

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, or maybe even read the books, and want to know a little more of Tolkien's tales. Podcast episodes on Thursdays, YouTube videos on Fridays.

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186: Bar Songs and Unfortunate Disasters | JRR Tolkien’s Fellowship of the Ring | Book 1 Chapter 9 Part 3

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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

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

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

Fantastic

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

ben_judd | April 8, 2022

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

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
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Nov. 21, 2024

186: Bar Songs and Unfortunate Disasters | JRR Tolkien’s Fellowship of the Ring | Book 1 Chapter 9 Part 3

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186: Bar Songs and Unfortunate Disasters | JRR Tolkien’s Fellowship of the Ring | Book 1 Chapter 9 Part 3
Nov. 14, 2024

185: Frodo Meets Strider | Tolkien’s Fellowship of the Ring | Book 1 Chapter 9 Part 2

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. A…
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185: Frodo Meets Strider | Tolkien’s Fellowship of the Ring | Book 1 Chapter 9 Part 2
Nov. 7, 2024

184: Bree: Crossroads of Middle-earth | JRR Tolkien’s Fellowship of the Ring | Chapter 9 Part 1

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 ec…
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184: Bree: Crossroads of Middle-earth | JRR Tolkien’s Fellowship of the Ring | Chapter 9 Part 1
Oct. 31, 2024

183: Real-Life Ring Quest: Friendship, Adventure, and the Teton Trail | A hike inspired by Lord of the Rings

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 Andre…
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183: Real-Life Ring Quest: Friendship, Adventure, and the Teton Trail | A hike inspired by Lord of the Rings
Oct. 24, 2024

182: "If You Don’t Like It, Don’t Watch It" | How Rings of Power Failed

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 walkin…
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182: "If You Don’t Like It, Don’t Watch It" | How Rings of Power Failed
Oct. 17, 2024

181: How to "Read the Book" After Watching Amazon's Rings of Power Season 2 | Recommended reads for the Second Age of Middle-earth

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 appen…
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181: How to "Read the Book" After Watching Amazon's Rings of Power Season 2 | Recommended reads for the Second Age of Middle-earth
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Recent Blog Posts

Frodo’s Accident with the Ring: Irony, Mystery, and Lore at the Prancing Pony

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…

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

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 …

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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