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Wander Middle-earth with Past Episodes

July 7, 2022

033: The End of the First Age

The First Age of Middle-earth comes to a close. The Great Battle between Morgoth and the Valar, the final fate of the three Silmarils, and a little commentary by Samwise Gamgee. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.rings...
July 6, 2022

Bonus! Reactions to Second Rings of Power Teaser

My reactions to the new teaser released by Amazon for the Rings of Power series. It brought a smile to my face! Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, di...
July 2, 2022

032: Bonus! Aragorn the Elfstone

Aragorn is often referred to as Elessar or Elfstone. Not even Bilbo knows why that is important! But you will know, especially as you explore with me the connection of this title to Ëarendil, the great mariner. Exclusive disc...
June 30, 2022

031: Eärendil the Mariner: Hope and Star

The final tale that will close the First Age of Middle-earth: Ëarendil and his wife Elwing travel to Valinor to plead for Elves and Men; and we see the fulfillment of Ëarendil's grandfather's death-time prophecy: that hope an...
June 23, 2022

030: The Fall of Gondolin - Part 2

The third of Tolkien's "Great Tales": the Fall of Gondolin. We complete the tale: Maeglin's betrayal, how Gondolin finally fell, Tuor and Idril leading refugees to safety, and an epic duel with a Balrog. Exclusive discounts f...
June 16, 2022

029: The Fall of Gondolin - Part 1

The third of Tolkien's "Great Tales": the Fall of Gondolin. We share the origins of the tale, its significance in Tolkien's mythology, the wanderings of Tuor son of Huor, and how he eventually comes to Gondolin. Exclusive dis...
June 9, 2022

028: The Fall of Doriath

The fall of the greatest Elven kingdom in Beleriand: Doriath. Brought about not by evil forces, but for lust of the Silmaril. A captive man set free, Dwarves vs Elves, and even Elves vs Elves. Support the show with a wafer of...
June 2, 2022

027: The Tragedy of Túrin - Part 2

Introducing our new name: Lore of the Rings: Wander the world of JRR Tolkien. New name, same exceptional content! We end the tragic tale of Túrin and his sister Nienor, and learn of the fall of Nargothrond by the great dragon...
May 26, 2022

026: The Tragedy of Túrin - Part 1

Introducing our new name: Lore of the Rings: Wander the world of JRR Tolkien. New name, same exceptional content! We begin to analyze the tragic tale of Túrin, cursed by Morgoth. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ring...
May 19, 2022

025: The Fifth Battle of Beleriand

The Fifth Battle of Beleriand - The Battle of Unnumbered Tears, in which Fingon, High King of the Noldor, falls by the hand of the Lord of the Balrogs. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ F...
May 12, 2022

024: Beren and Lúthien - Part 4

One of the three foundational stories of JRR Tolkien's mythology: the tale of the mortal man Beren and his meeting with the immortal Elven maiden, Lúthien. This episode will look at Beren and Lúthien's attempt to reclaim a Si...
May 5, 2022

023: Beren and Lúthien - Part 3

One of the three foundational stories of JRR Tolkien's mythology: the tale of the mortal man Beren and his meeting with the immortal Elven maiden, Lúthien. This episode will look at Luthien's power to release others from bond...
May 2, 2022

022: Bonus! The Lay of Lúthien as told by Aragorn

In this bonus episode, we look at Aragorn's telling of the meeting between Beren and Lúthien. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more o...
April 28, 2022

021: Beren and Lúthien - Part 2

One of the three foundational stories of JRR Tolkien's mythology: the tale of the mortal man Beren and his meeting with the immortal Elven maiden, Lúthien. This episode will look at the meeting of Beren and Lúthien, King Thin...
April 21, 2022

020: Beren and Lúthien - Part 1

One of the three foundational stories of JRR Tolkien's mythology: the tale of the mortal man Beren and his meeting with the immortal Elven maiden, Lúthien. This episode will look at the origins of the tale, and examine Beren'...
April 14, 2022

019: The Fall of the Noldor Part 2

Today I’ll cover the aftermath of the Battle of Sudden Flame, including the deed's of Sauron during the battle. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, di...
April 7, 2022

018: The Fall of the Noldor Part 1

Today I’ll cover the fall of the Siege against Morgoth in a mighty battle. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the R...
March 31, 2022

017: The Allies of the Elves: the Three Houses of Men

The three houses of Men that came into Beleriand, and their connection to Aragorn and Elrond. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more o...
March 25, 2022

016: Bonus - Happy Tolkien Reading Day

March 25 - The day the One Ring was destroyed in Mt. Doom! I share some thoughts on a poem from the Fellowship of the Ring, and give you a challenge to go have an adventure today! Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.rin...
March 24, 2022

015: Maeglin, Murder, and Misplaced Love

The story of Maeglin, an Elf whose mother was a Noldor from Gondor and whose father was a Sindar from Beleriand. We’ll see contrasting characters, the haughtiness of the Elven houses, and a king’s judgement that leads to atte...
March 17, 2022

014: The Founding of Gondolin

The founding of Gondolin and Thingol's reaction to learning about the Kinslaying. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore o...
March 10, 2022

013: Thingol, Galadriel, and Dragons

In this episode of the Beginner’s Guide, I will share the Siege of Angband, Thingol's reaction to the Noldor, Galadriel and Celeborn, and the first dragon of Middle-earth Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast...
March 3, 2022

012: The Elves Return to Middle-earth

In this episode of the Beginner’s Guide, I will share the first events that happened when the Noldorin Elves return to Middle-earth, and highlight the themes of hope, strife, and small deeds. Exclusive discounts for you : htt...
Feb. 24, 2022

011: The Origins of Men

In this episode of the Beginner’s Guide, I will share the origin story of the race of Men, and draw some connections to the books and movies. If you like this show, remember to subscribe, leave a review, and share it! Exclusi...