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Mythgard Academy

Mythgard Institute

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Mythgard Academy aims to make engaging discussions of fantasy and science fiction literature free and open to everyone. The Mythgard Academy program features live discussions with Dr. Corey Olsen, The Tolkien Professor, and other experts on speculative fiction. Books are nominated and voted on by our supporters, and recordings are available for free via podcast and the Signum University YouTube channel.
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The Tolkien Professor

The Tolkien Professor (Corey Olsen)

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The Tolkien Professor podcast is a series of lectures, discussions, and seminars on the works of J.R.R. Tolkien by Corey Olsen, President of Signum University. All are welcome to enter – even those without any party business!
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Jegcast

Jeg

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Less of a podcast and more of an audio blog, Jegcast is usually recorded on my phone during my commute to and from work. I talk to myself about video games, MMORPGs, Magic: The Gathering, Dungeons and Dragons, and a whole slew of other extremely nerdy things. It is terrible. You have been warned.
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This week we discussed the Winterfest Schedule, Black Friday Deals, and our week in gaming. Game News The Kingdoms of Harad is expected to be released next week Winterfest 2025 Schedule Store Sales Now through December 2nd find deep discounts in the LOTRO Store and LOTRO Market! Black Friday Deals in the LOTRO Market:​ Find […]…
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Maggie and Corey return with a brief look at another Rings of Power teaser and then more work on the opening episode of the Pride and Prejudice series. Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation, Episode 117, recorded on November 24, 2025. Thank you for your support for Signum University! https://www.youtube.com/pl…
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Tonight we will see Tolkien's story forcibly shrinking and growing again as he connects Numenor to the Lord of the Rings. https://signumuniversity.org/news/annual-fundraising-campaign-2025/ Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard AcademyBy Mythgard Institute
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This week we discussed bullroarer changes, other news, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 46 Bullroarer #6 Release Notes Quest Pack Coupon Extended Store Sales This is your final weekend to get the Patron’s Coffer of the Gilded Caravan in the LOTRO Store! Available through November 23rd. Learn more on LOTRO.com! Start a […]…
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This week we discussed the most recent updates, newest patron’s coffer, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 45.8 Release Notes Update 46 Beta #5 Release Notes Spring Festival Encore Patron’s Coffer of the Gilded Caravan Store Sales The Patron’s Coffer of the Gilded Caravan is available for a Limited Time in the LOTRO […]…
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Tonight we join the Company of the Ring in peering out into the Second Hall of Old Moria to discover what, exactly, is on fire. https://signumuniversity.org/news/annual-fundraising-campaign-2025/ Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings…
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Maggie and Corey return to the production meeting to flesh out some detailed notes for P&P Episode 0. Corey and Maggie finalise their plan for ep 1 of the Pride and Prejudice Deep Dive episodes. Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation, Episode 116, recorded on November 10, 2025.https://signumuniversity.org/news/…
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This evening we will look over the Company's shoulders as the orcs catch up to them in the Second Hall, at the edge of the Bridge of Khazad-dûm. https://signumuniversity.org/news/annual-fundraising-campaign-2025/ Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings…
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Join Corey tonight in posthumously assuring Christopher Tolkien that everything is okay, and we understand the difficulties he was operating under. https://signumuniversity.org/news/annual-fundraising-campaign-2025/ Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard Academy…
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Maggie and Corey return to Pride and Prejudice! It's time to regroup and work towards script notes for our first episode.Corey and Maggie continue planning for their deep dive into the adaptations of Pride and Prejudice. Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation, Episode 115, recorded on November 3, 2025.Join us o…
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This week we discussed the latest Bullroarer reveal, the merits of sprinting vs. war steeds, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 46 Beta #3 Release Notes Angmar and Mordor Level Cap Increase Schedule A Casual Stroll through Instances and Interiors SSG Extra Life 2025 Store Sales Pile Up Double Bonus Points Plus! Get […]…
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Maggie and Corey and back, and today we are looking at the brilliant adaptation work of Miriam Ellis in her paintings.Corey and Maggie review a video from artist Miriam Ellis ( https://www.miriamellis.com/ ) where she introduces two of her Tolkien paintings, 'filling in the gaps' moments from The Lord of the Rings. They then dive into the paintings…
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This week we discussed the latest updates and Bullroarer build, our favorite starter zones, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 45.7 Release Notes Update 46 Bullroarer Build #2 Release Notes A Casual Stroll through Idagal Store Sales Pile Up Double Bonus Points Plus! Get Double Bonus Points PLUS an Elixir of Virtue through […]…
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This week we discussed the latest Bullroarer news, store sales, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 46 Bullroarer Beta #1 Release notes Legendary Reward Track 15 Extended A Casual Stroll through An Sheru Store Sales The Kingdoms of Harad is now available to Pre-Purchase! Learn more about our next expansion on LOTRO.com. Accelerate […]…
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Corey and Maggie look forward towards Rings of Power Season 3, with a discussion of their Sneak Peak videos.Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation, Episode 113, recorded on September 29, 2025.Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.gg/szXMFAvJoin us on Mondays at 4:30 PM ET, on this Sig…
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This week we discussed Update 45.6, Harvestmath, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 45.6 Release Notes Harvestmath Festival is now open Update 46 Bullroarer #1 Release Notes performance test Free Transfers available from select 64-bit worlds Transfers from the Dark Worlds are now available Store Sales New to the LOTRO Store: Shared Wardrobe […
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This week we discussed Update 45.5 release notes, store sales, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 45.5 Release Notes Kingdoms of Harad Pre-purchase now available Video Preview of the Pre-purchase items Two instances closed due to a bug Filbert Fig has returned We Have a Cave Troll: The Kingdoms of Harad Store Sales […]…
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Maggie and Corey are joined by special guest Bradley Bethel, to discuss his film project, "Ranger of the North." https://www.imdb.com/title/tt38079687/?ref=fnallttl1Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation, Episode 112, recorded on September 15, 2025.Join us on Mondays at 4:30 PM ET, on this SignumU Youtube chann…
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Maggie and Corey return for a fun activity: An Unexpected Adaptation Workshop!Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation, Episode 111, recorded on September 8, 2025.For more information about Signum Studios and Signum Collaboratory, visit Signum Studios https://studios.signumuniversity.org/ Signum Collaboratory htt…
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This week we discussed the latest updates, the shipwrecked mariner, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 45.4.1. Release Notes Small update expected next week Filbert Fig will be returning Some new items are expected to be in his inventory (Sophisticated Birder’s Backpack) The Bane of Rhun will finally arrive on Angmar and Mordor […]…
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This week we discussed the latest release notes, newest coffer, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 45.4 Release Notes The Jaunty Patrons Coffer is now available Paid transfers between 64-bit worlds are now available Store Sales New to the LOTRO Store: The Jaunty Patron’s Coffer! Find the Jaunty Patron’s Coffer in the LOTRO […]…
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This week we discussed store sales, skirmish memories, and our week in gaming. Game News The 32-bit worlds are now closed for play. They will reopen soon as dark worlds A Quick Update on Performance Store Sales Store, Carry, and Share! Get 25% off: Select Vault Storage and Shared Storage Select Inventory Slots Now through […]…
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This week we discussed Update 45.3, other news, and our week in gaming. Game News Update 45.3 Release Notes Farmer’s Faire Extended until September 8 Closure of the 32-bit Words is slated for Wednesday Annual Housing Q&A LOTRO Community Guidelines Updated Free Questing Coupon: EXPLOREOURWORLD Store Sales Unleash Your Potential! Get 20% off: Deed Bo…
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Maggie and Corey return to Pride and Prejudice, doing a close discussion and watch-along of the Wright adaptation.Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation, Episode 109, recorded on August 11, 2025.For more information about Signum Studios and Signum Collaboratory, visit Signum Studios https://studios.signumuniver…
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