Best LOTRO Podcasts (2025)

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LOTRO Players News Episode 642: Gaston of the Rings 32:24

4d ago32:24

32:24

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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638: Other Minds and Hands, Episode 117 1:22:15

8d ago1:22:15

1:22:15

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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MSA035: The Peoples of Middle-earth, Session 13 1:40:41

8d ago1:40:41

1:40:41

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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LOTRO Players News Episode 641: One Pie to Rule Them All 45:36

11d ago45:36

45:36

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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MSA035: The Peoples of Middle-earth, Session 12 1:47:02

12d ago1:47:02

1:47:02

Tonight we continue to look at the story of Numenor, which is trying to grow in uncongenial soil. 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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LOTRO Players News Episode 640: Chuck Norris Wishes He Was Glorfindel 29:49

18d ago29:49

29:49

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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Session 354: The Floor is Ghâsh 1:46:51

18d ago1:46:51

1:46:51

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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637: Other Minds and Hands, Episode 116 1:30:00

18d ago1:30:00

1:30:00

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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Session 353: Maybe We Can Get Out After All 1:55:04

18d ago1:55:04

1:55:04

In which Gandalf opines that they might get out after all, for all the Drums in the Deep. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 355: Looking Behind 1:55:41

18d ago1:55:41

1:55:41

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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MSA035: The Peoples of Middle-earth, Session 11 1:55:34

23d ago1:55:34

1:55:34

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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LOTRO Players News Episode 639: Tom Balrogdil? 24:47

25d ago24:47

24:47

This week we talked about the latest build on Bullroarer, memes, and our week in gaming.By The Players Alliance

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636: Other Minds and Hands, Episode 115 1:26:10

1M ago1:26:10

1:26:10

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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LOTRO Players News Episode 638: Sprinting vs. War Steeds 45:56

1M ago45:56

45:56

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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Session 352: On the Skewering of Hobbits 1:35:07

1M ago1:35:07

1:35:07

Join Corey for some final reflections on the confrontation in the Chamber, followed by some commentary on the skewering of hobbits. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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635: Other Minds and Hands, Episode 114 1:29:37

1M ago1:29:37

1:29:37

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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MSA035: The Peoples of Middle-earth, Session 10 1:50:48

1M ago1:50:48

1:50:48

Tonight we turn to the formation of perhaps the most puzzling of the Appendices: Appendix D, on the Shire Calendar Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard AcademyBy Mythgard Institute

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MSA035: The Peoples of Middle-earth, Session 9 2:19:00

1M ago2:19:00

2:19:00

Tonight we share in Tolkien's delight in names by studying the growth of the hobbit family trees. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard AcademyBy Mythgard Institute

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LOTRO Players News Episode 637: Archet Tumble 46:06

1M ago46:06

46:06

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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Session 351: The Beater of the Drums 2:00:16

2M ago2:00:16

2:00:16

Join us as we finally hear from Gandalf about his encounter at the door of the Chamber of Mazarbul. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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LOTRO Players News Episode 636: You’re Grounded! 40:46

2M ago40:46

40:46

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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Session 350: The Final Darkness 1:36:36

2M ago1:36:36

1:36:36

Join us while we grope our way in the dark with Gandalf and the Company. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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634: Other Minds and Hands, Episode 113 1:18:56

2M ago1:18:56

1:18:56

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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MSA035: The Peoples of Middle-earth, Session 8 1:52:45

2M ago1:52:45

1:52:45

Word-count decreases while stress mounts in the continued revisions of what will be Appendix F. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard AcademyBy Mythgard Institute

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MSA035: The Peoples of Middle-earth, Session 7 1:42:01

2M ago1:42:01

1:42:01

Tonight we will see Tolkien most purely in his element, delighting in linguistic worldbuilding and applied philology. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard AcademyBy Mythgard Institute

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LOTRO Players News Episode 635: If Hobby Brooms Could Trample… 24:56

2M ago24:56

24:56

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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LOTRO Players News Episode 634: Wassailing Through the Moors 46:37

2M ago46:37

46:37

By The Players Alliance

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LOTRO Players News Episode 633: Em, Snake Charmer 54:32

2M ago54:32

54:32

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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Session 347: Gandalf Proposes a Solution 1:58:38

2M ago1:58:38

1:58:38

In which Gandalf reveals his plan for enabling the Company to escape their predicament. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 348: He “Sang in Answer a Song of Staying” 1:40:05

2M ago1:40:05

1:40:05

In which a real magical duel is fought, though we can't quite tell what is happening. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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633: Other Minds and Hands, Episode 112 1:18:12

2M ago1:18:12

1:18:12

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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632: Other Minds and Hands, Episode 111 1:35:20

2M ago1:35:20

1:35:20

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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Session 346: Frodo Is Injured Again 1:48:05

2M ago1:48:05

1:48:05

In which Corey returns to the Chamber of Mazarbul for the penultimate time, and in which Frodo is skewered like a wild boar. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 349: Gandalf Returns 1:44:07

2M ago1:44:07

1:44:07

In which Gandalf faces a deadly opponent and falls ... down the stairs. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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LOTRO Players News Episode 632: Legendary Saxophones 38:07

2M ago38:07

38:07

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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LOTRO Players News Episode 631: Jaunty News Hour 32:15

3M ago32:15

32:15

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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MSA035: The Peoples of Middle-earth, Session 6 1:43:32

3M ago1:43:32

1:43:32

Continuing our discussion of Tolkien's original Appendix draft, we will watch Tolkien's linguistic imagination operating on several levels at once. Support Mythgard AcademyBy Mythgard Institute

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LOTRO Players News Episode 630: When in Doubt, Bring Pineleaf 41:21

3M ago41:21

41:21

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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MSA035: The Peoples of Middle-earth, Session 5 1:58:02

3M ago1:58:02

1:58:02

In which we consider the directions in which the Appendix is developing as Tolkien discusses the Common Speech. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard AcademyBy Mythgard Institute

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LOTRO Players News Episode 629: Ow, My Legs! 50:31

3M ago50:31

50:31

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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Session 344: Frodo's One Moment of Martial Glory 1:50:02

4M ago1:50:02

1:50:02

Tonight we return to the cave-troll attack, already in progress. Let's watch as Frodo achieves the acme of his combat career. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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Session 345: They Have Come 2:00:35

4M ago2:00:35

2:00:35

Tonight we discuss the fight by Balin's tomb, in which Sam experiences his first combat. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsBy Mythgard Institute

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630: Other Minds and Hands, Episode 109 1:15:12

4M ago1:15:12

1:15:12

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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