193: A Year in the Life of a Tolkien Podcaster

Where we wandered in 2024, and a sneak peek on where we're headed in 2025. Thank you for listening to the Lore of the Rings podcast and wandering Middle-earth with me.

Links mentioned in this episode:

• 138: Fellowship of the Ring chapter by chapter commentary
• 159: Exploration on Tom Bombadil
• 172: Reviews on Amazon Prime's Rings of Power
• 189: Lyrics of "The Rider"
• 191: War of the Rohirrim Reactions
• 168: Star Trek and Lord of the Rings with Captain's Pod
• 160: On Screen LOTR projects with Lorehounds
• 170: Rings and Rituals
• 169: What is Tom Bombadil?
• 190: Religion in Lord of the Rings
• 182: The Tolkien Teton Trail
• 188: Reactions to War of the Rohirrim trailer
• 189: Thanksgiving
• 192: Christmas

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Sources mentioned in this episode:

• Letters of JRR Tolkien
• The Making of Middle-earth by Christopher Snyder
• The Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien
• The Lord of the Rings by JRR Tolkien

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Embark on an immersive journey through the captivating realms of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, where the epic sagas of the Lord of the Rings, the Hobbit, the Silmarillion, and Unfinished Tales, and more come to life. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of Tolkien's masterful storytelling, drawing intriguing comparisons between his literary works and the cinematic adaptations crafted by Peter Jackson. Be at the forefront of the latest developments as we explore the highly anticipated Rings of Power series from Amazon. Prepare to be enthralled as we uncover hidden connections, untold tales, and delve into the depths of Middle-earth lore. Tune in now and become part of our fellowship on this extraordinary journey!

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