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 n…
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, t…
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 …
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 …
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 n…
🌟 Rings of Power Season 2 Premieres Tomorrow! 🌟 The wait is almost over! Tomorrow, we dive into the first three episodes of Rings of Power Season 2. But before that, let’s revisit the epic finale of Season 1: Alloyed . 📺 Tod…
🎉 2 Days Until Rings of Power Season 2! 🎉 The excitement is real—Season 2 drops in just 2 days, and it looks like we’re getting 3 episodes on Thursday! Make sure you’ve taken the weekend off because we’ve got a lot of Middle…
🔥 3 Days Until Rings of Power Season 2! 🔥 We’re so close to the premiere, and today we’re diving into one of the most intense episodes of Season 1: Udûn . The volcanic eruption in this episode left me absolutely stunned—no s…
🌟 4 Days Until Rings of Power Season 2! 🌟 The countdown is almost over, and today we’re diving into Rings of Power Season 1, Episode 5: Partings . Grab your Dr Pepper and get ready to experience both the highs and lows of th…
🖐️ 5 Days Until Rings of Power Season 2! 🖐️ The excitement is building—we’re just 5 days away! If you’re enjoying the countdown and want to support a thirsty podcaster, consider donating for a Dr Pepper! Even $1 can make a d…
🎄 6 Days Until Rings of Power Season 2! 🎄 The countdown continues, and today we’re heading back to the legendary kingdom of Númenor! Rewatch Season 1, Episode 3: Adar , and soak in those epic statues and sweeping views. 📺 To…
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 …
🎉 8 Days Until Rings of Power Season 2! 🎉 Today, we’re diving back into the episode that started it all—Season 1, Episode 1: A Shadow of the Past . Remember Galadriel’s epic troll battle and that boat jump? It’s time to rewa…
🌟 9 Days Until Rings of Power Season 2! 🌟 As we get closer to the release of Rings of Power Season 2, let's celebrate something truly remarkable from Season 1: the incredible combination of music and visuals in the opening s…
🎉 Countdown to Rings of Power Season 2 Begins! 🎉 Join the Lore of the Rings podcast as we kick off a 10-day countdown to the release of Rings of Power Season 2 on August 29! We're dropping daily mini-episodes to help you pre…
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 l…
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 thr…
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 …
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 …
