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The Prancing Pony Podcast is a weekly show about the Middle-earth legendarium of J.R.R. Tolkien, hosted - for six seasons - by Alan Sisto and Shawn E. Marchese. As the show returns for its seventh season, Alan welcomes an all-star cast of co-hosts to join him as he explores the first part of The Return of the King! Alan and all his co-hosts are passionate Tolkien enthusiasts, and they invite listeners to enjoy their detailed exploration of Tolkien’s work, with smart but straightforward discu ...
Combat Phase is a weekly podcast celebrating miniature-wargaming. Hosts Kenny and Wargamer Shawn grow the hobby community and bring excellent resources to listeners around the world. Join us each week as we discuss news and rumors, tips for the hobby, community support and everything for the avid wargamer. www.combatphase.com
A journey through Middle-earth! Join co-hosts John & Greta as they go chapter-by-chapter through The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, The Hobbit and all of Tolkien's works and writings.
An Actual Play podcast using The One Ring 2e tabletop roleplaying game and exploring the realms of Middle-Earth. Spanning the time between The Hobbit and The Fellowship of the Ring, a small company of heroes discover the ancient kingdom of Angmar is waking once more. The company studies ancient ruins, fights bands of orcs and evil men, and tries to stir the powers of Eriador to action. The Waking of Angmar is a production of Adventures in Lollygagging.
An Actual Play podcast using the Call of Cthulhu tabletop roleplaying game, running through the classic campaign Horror on the Orient Express. In 1923, as ancient evils threaten to resurface, a group of investigators race across Europe in the renowned and luxurious train. Lollygagging on the Orient Express is a production of Adventures in Lollygagging.
Since 2018, the Tolkien Experience Project has been collecting stories from Tolkien scholars and fans around the world. Now, we have partnered with The Prancing Pony Podcast and Dr. Sara Brown to create the Tolkien Experience Podcast — an attempt to bring the fan and scholarly communities together around our shared passion: the works of J.R.R. Tolkien! Each episode, Luke and Sara ask a notable scholar or member of the fan community to share their responses to the original Tolkien Experience ...
Green Dragon Live is for anyone who has, or has ever wanted to go to J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth. Whether it is your first or eleventy-first time, we will be your guide through the Lord of The Rings, the Hobbit, the Silmarillion, and everything else that has to do with this world. We will dig deep and bring you all of the information you need to deepen your love and knowledge of Middle-earth.
Merry’s obsession with luggage continues, as Alan and Marcel discuss whether he should be put in the overhead compartment or checked at the counter. Join us as we are introduced to one of the more unique characters in Middle-earth in today’s episode, as we begin The Ride of the Rohirrim! Merry misses Pippin and Dernhelm’s no help, Éomer asks a stup…
The investigators pay a visit to the Chelsea Arms Hotel, and research in the British Museum and Library takes a dark turn. This is an actual-play of HORROR ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS for CALL OF CTHULHU, a roleplaying game by CHAOSIUM INC. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #callofcthulhu #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Joseph Tidwell. Stunt…
Vint is back to chat some new Blades of Khorne! Check out all the great podcasts from The Mortal Realms and more at https://www.themortalrealms.com/podcast Follow Kenny on Twitter if you don’t already for pics from Adepticon this week. @kennylull Enjoy!!!
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0331 » "The Natural Life of Númenor" » The Fall of Númenor » Pt 7
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In this episode, we’ll be continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor as we explore the section title “The Natural Life of Númenor.” In this section, we’ll learn about the beasts, birds, plants, and other natural phenomena of Númenor, according to Tolkien! WATCH THE VIDEO » https://youtu.be/r1CHGU4gKvg EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: - Kaitlyn of Tea w…
Pack your bags and renew your passports as you join us for the PPP’s eighth annual celebration of Tolkien Reading Day, observed every March 25 in honor of the destruction of the Ring and the fall of Barad-dûr. This year’s theme, as chosen by the Tolkien Society, is Travel and Adventure! Alan and his new co-host Marcel, the Tolkienist, go through so…
Ken joins Kenny for the first on the show to review the new Hedonites of Slaanesh battletome, now on pre-order. The Temptation Phase of AoS just got a little more, er, well...spicy! Enjoy!
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Ep 369 - Gloomspite Gitz & Mortarion w/David Annandale
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Dr. Lee joins us again to talk new Gloomspite Gitz and all the glorious, green mayhem! Then Black Library author, David Annandale, returns to chat about his Mortarion book in the Primarch series. Follow David on Mastodon at his account below. With Adepticon coming up, we will be gone for a bit so 3-4 Battletome reviews are coming out within a few w…
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Window On The West » What Makes Tolkien So Great?
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Hey there, fellow travelers! I recently joined the Tolkien podcast Window On The West, from the guys at TheOneRing.com, for a discussion of what makes Tolkien so great and the future of Middle-earth on screen! This was a fun conversation, and I'm providing a sample for you here, but you should really head on over to TheOneRing.com to listen to the …
The party resolves lingering business in Bree. Travel to Tharbad brings strange roadside encounters. This is an original adventure using ONE RING 2e, a tabletop roleplaying game by FREE LEAGUE PUBLISHING. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #TheOneRing2e #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Eryniel. Ranger of the North Champion. Played by Mel…
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0330 » "The Geography of Númenor" » The Fall of Númenor » Pt 6
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How big was Númenor? What was it like? Did it have any cities? In the latest episode, we're discussing the geography of Númenor. Join us! WATCH THE VIDEO » https://youtu.be/MXVNVJvm-Fw EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: - Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien - John R - Jacob Lockham - John H - Eru27 FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD: PATREON » SUPERFANS! TWITTER FACEBOOK…
The forces of Mordor begin their assault on the city of Minas Tirith, as Alan and Matt begin their assault on your patience. Join us as The Heathen Kings of Old open for us in today’s episode, and we finish The Siege of Gondor! Denethor seeks an end to his despair, Pippin seeks Gandalf’s help, and Grond seeks a door to smash. We are joined one more…
Hey there fellow travellers! I recently joined fellow Tolkien enthusiast Andrew Snyder on his Mythic Mind podcast for a discussion of On Fairy-stories and All Things Tolkien. For those of you who don't know, Andrew is doing great work on the Mythic Mind and is currently spending some time with The Tales from the Perilous Realm. I highly recommend y…
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Ep 368 - Holy Wars 2023 w/Steve Herner
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Steve Herner talks all about Holy Wars and has some exclusive insights into Holy Havoc and future Holy events. Congrats again to Kenny's teammate, Aaron, for winning the Hobby Hammer award! Check out the website with the event Twitter feed and more info. Also information for the Hesed House charity is included below for those of you who were unable…
Back in London, the investigators head to a clandestine meeting with their dear friend, Dr. Julius Smith. This is an actual-play of HORROR ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS for CALL OF CTHULHU, a roleplaying game by CHAOSIUM INC. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #callofcthulhu #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Joseph Tidwell. Stuntman. Played by Je…
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Pulled Beards, Pickles, and Pipeweed (E48)
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News from Bree delays the party en route to Tharbad. This is an original adventure using ONE RING 2e, a tabletop roleplaying game by FREE LEAGUE PUBLISHING. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #TheOneRing2e #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Eryniel. Ranger of the North Champion. Played by Melissa. https://twitter.com/melazera Floi. Dwarven…
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0329 » The Fall of Númenor Pt 5 » SA32 » The Edain Reach Númenor » Elros Tar-Minyatur
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Númenor becomes a reality in year 32 of the Second Age. In this section, we’ll learn about the people who became Númenoreans, the various figures that aided them in establishing Númenor, and how they came to Númenor in the first place. Join us! WATCH » https://youtu.be/HyOY1QEbtjU EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: - Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien - John R - Jacob …
Imrahil and Gandalf save the day, along with Faramir’s body; who will ride out to save Alan and Matt? Join us as we follow Gandalf’s Magic Flashlight™, as we near the end of The Siege of Gondor! Gandalf is unveiled, Imrahil has words for Denethor, the Witch-king’s forces prepare, and Denethor abdicates his role. Once again, we are joined by our fav…
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0328 » The Fall of Númenor » Pt 4 » SA1 » "The Foundation of the Grey Havens and Lindon"
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In this episode, we’ll be exploring the “Foundation of the Grey Havens and of Lindon” in Year 1 of the Second Age. Topics include the overthrow of Morgoth, Thranduil (father of Legolas), Gil-galad, Galadriel, Celeborn, Elrond, and Elros. Join us! WATCH » https://youtu.be/ihNUr7WQokY EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: - Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien - John R - Jaco…
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281 – Don’t Come Around Here No More
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Faramir goes off to earn his father’s grudging admiration, while Alan and Matt continue to work to earn yours. Join us, and all the captains, as we continue The Siege of Gondor! Read along as Pippin pesters patiently, Denethor dissuades diligently, and Faramir flies fatefully. Also, we are joined by special guest Dr. Bret Deveraux, a military histo…
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REACTION: New MIDDLE-EARTH Films On The Way! » Good News, Bad News...???
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New Line / Warner Brothers have announced that they are forging ahead with plans to create new films based on Lord of the Rings and the Middle-earth legendarium! What does this all mean? Let's talk about it! https://deadline.com/2023/02/lord-of-the-rings-the-hobbit-movies-new-line-warner-bros-1235268633/ WATCH » https://youtu.be/orNIHH4oYks EXECUTI…
The investigators search for a way off the Doomed Train and back to London. This is an actual-play of HORROR ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS for CALL OF CTHULHU, a roleplaying game by CHAOSIUM INC. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #callofcthulhu #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Joseph Tidwell. Stuntman. Played by Jeremy. Reginald Abernathy. Occu…
The fellowship begins the long journey to Tharbad, but bad luck and strange mysteries slow their progress. This is an original adventure using ONE RING 2e, a tabletop roleplaying game by FREE LEAGUE PUBLISHING. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #TheOneRing2e #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Eryniel. Ranger of the North Champion. Played …
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0327 » The Fall of Númenor » Pt 3 » "Before the Second Age"
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This is the third episode in my series exploring The Fall of Númenor, the recently published collection of Second Age writings, edited by Brian Sibley. “Before The Second Age” is, in a way, the book’s second introduction. Here, Sibley goes into the Middle-earth legendarium’s internal history, putting to heavy use what is probably Tolkien’s most fam…
Eric is back to talk us through the exciting and bloody new release for Angron and the World Eaters. Enjoy!
Denethor submits his application for Father of the Year, making Alan and Matt feel great about their parenting skills in the process. Join us as we celebrate the seventh anniversary of The Prancing Pony Podcast, and Matt’s first digression as co-host, as we continue The Siege of Gondor! Faramir speaks of Frodo’s peril, Gandalf freaks out a little b…
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Advanced Anew, Wordplay in Horseshoes (E46)
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The fellowship deals with the dire consequences of Lodde's death. This is an original adventure using ONE RING 2e, a tabletop roleplaying game by FREE LEAGUE PUBLISHING. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #TheOneRing2e #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Eryniel. Ranger of the North Champion. Played by Melissa. https://twitter.com/melazera …
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0326 » Leaf By Niggle 2023 » Featuring Dr. Chris Hackett » Tolkien's Purgatorial Myth
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Leaf By Niggle, 2023! Dr. Chris Hackett (https://HackettWrites.com) joins us for what has become an annual tradition on The Tolkien Road. While we’ve covered Leaf By Niggle several times in the past, and frequently refer to it, it’s an incredible gem, hidden behind the mountainous wonder that is the Middle-earth legendarium. For me, it’s a story th…
Pippin is asked to sing by the Steward of Gondor; Alan and his new co-host, Matt from The Nerd of the Rings are begged not to sing by everyone else. Join us as we commiserate with Pippin over the lack of second breakfast, as we begin The Siege of Gondor! Pippin gets to wear silver and black without having to play for the Las Vegas Raiders, Beregond…
In search of a peculiar toy train set, the investigators visit the London Trainspotters Association. This is an actual-play of HORROR ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS for CALL OF CTHULHU, a roleplaying game by CHAOSIUM INC. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #callofcthulhu #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Joseph Tidwell. Stuntman. Played by Jeremy.…
The fellowship deals with the dire consequences of Lodde's death. This is an original adventure using ONE RING 2e, a tabletop roleplaying game by FREE LEAGUE PUBLISHING. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #TheOneRing2e #ActualPlay #ttrpg -Cast- Eryniel. Ranger of the North Champion. Played by Melissa. https://twitter.com/melazera Fl…
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0325 » The Fall of Númenor » Part 2 » The Saga of a Dark Age
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This is the second episode in my series exploring The Fall of Númenor, the recently published collection of Second Age writings, edited by Brian Sibley. Sibley’s introduction is titled “The Saga of a Dark Age”. Tolkien himself termed the Second Age a “Dark Age” in an important letter. Why did he do so? Watch and learn! WATCH » https://youtu.be/FTP5…
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278 – The Lion & Unicorn: Another Visit with John Garth
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Alan and James welcome John Garth in his return to the Common Room here at The Prancing Pony Podcast! We talk about everything in this one: his landmark work Tolkien and the Great War, his essay in The Great Tales Never End, his talk at the J.R.R. Tolkien: The Art of the Manuscript exhibition, his thoughts on The Fall of Númenor, and more. Bonus bi…
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0324 » The Fall of Númenor » Part 1 » An Overview
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I'm beginning a journey through The Fall of Númenor, the recently published compilation of Tolkien's Second Age and Númenorean writings! Join me! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham, John H, Eru27 WATCH THE VIDEO » https://youtu.be/Xz1MWsk7Epc FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE TOLKIEN ROAD: PATREON » SUPERFANS! TWITTER FACEB…
Merry is given his pink slip, but refuses to pack up his desk and leave: a security guard by the name of Dernhelm will escort him out. Join Alan and James as we marshal the riders — and James’ humble singing talents — for the concluding episode on The Muster of Rohan! We speculate about the extent of Éowyn’s secret plans, welcome the Professor for …
They're hhheeeerrreeee! The new Beasts of Chaos army book. Enjoy!
A group of would-be investigators attend a London banquet bristling with scholars and skeptics. This is an actual-play of HORROR ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS for CALL OF CTHULHU, a roleplaying game by CHAOSIUM INC. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #callofcthulhu #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Joseph Tidwell. Stuntman. Played by Jeremy. Cili…
Vint comes back on to talk the new Slaves to Darkness book. It took some time to come out, but we made it! Enjoy!
Daggit and the fellowship hold council with his brother, hoping to convince him to help the cause. This is an original adventure using ONE RING 2e, a tabletop roleplaying game by FREE LEAGUE PUBLISHING. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #TheOneRing2e #ActualPlay #ttrpg -Cast- Eryniel. Ranger of the North Champion. Played by Melissa…
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0323 » Smith of Wootton Major » The Background & The Story
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Finally, we arrive at SMITH OF WOOTTON MAJOR! In this episode, we’ll be reviewing the story and having a knock-down, drag-out, deep dive discussion, classic Tolkien Road style! But here’s the thing: as you’re going to find out, Smith of Wootton Major is one of Tolkien’s biggest mysteries. And a lot of other folks have written extensively about WHAT…
The Red Arrow arrives: do we turn right after coming to a complete stop, or wait? Join Alan and James as we continue The Muster of Rohan (ignoring the Mayonnaise of Rohan, as it’s been left out too long). Éowyn brings news of Aragorn, Théoden buries the lede, and Alan likes old drafts. We take a close look at This Week in Tolkien History, and disco…
The fellowship explores an old dwarf mine, but Lodde's hillfolk and other dangers lurk in the shadows. This is an original adventure using ONE RING 2e, a tabletop roleplaying game by FREE LEAGUE PUBLISHING. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #TheOneRing2e #ActualPlay #ttrpg -Cast- Eryniel. Ranger of the North Champion. Played by Mel…
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0322 » The Mythic Mind with Andrew Snyder
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In episode 322, I'm joined by Andrew Snyder of The Mythic Mind podcast. We talk Middle-earth, Tolkien, Christianity, Kierkegaard, The Shadow, and the consolation that Tolkien provided in Andrew's life during a very dark period. Join us! ANDREW SNYDER » https://linktr.ee/andrewnsnyder EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob …
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275 – Who’s Gonna Ride Your War Horses?
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Merry’s not big enough to ride one of the Rohirrim’s steeds, while Alan and his co-host, James Tauber, aren’t exactly keen to try. Join us as we ride into Harrowdale with Théoden to find a host of men - and one determined woman - ready to ride off to war as we start the Muster of Rohan! Merry recognizes some words in slow sonorous speech, Théoden d…
Back from the holiday break and ready to talk hobby! Since the original Tyranids episode was devoured by a rogue Tervigon, Eric is back talking where the nasty bugs are currently and how GOOD that codex is. Then guest Aaron is back to take a look at the current Sylvaneth AoS Battletome. Happy New Year and, as always, enjoy!…
The fellowship journeys to the northern reaches of the Blue Mountains. This is an original adventure using ONE RING 2e, a tabletop roleplaying game by FREE LEAGUE PUBLISHING. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #TheOneRing2e #ActualPlay #ttrpg -Cast- Eryniel. Ranger of the North Champion. Played by Melissa. https://twitter.com/melaze…
Join Alan and Shawn and an all-star panel of guests in an episode recorded live at PPP Moot 2022! Matt from Nerd of the Rings, Luke Shelton from The Tolkien Experience Podcast, and Corey Olsen ,the Tolkien Professor, all join our hosts on stage to talk about their favorite moments from the legendarium that reflect perseverance, boldness, and courag…
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Echoes of Eternity: Rings Of Power, Númenor, Gandalf, Blue Wizards, Game Of Thrones, and more!
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I'm delighted to share a sample of my recent conversation with Echoes of Eternity, a new-ish podcast from animator Ben West and evangelist Matthew Cantrell. We had a blast, and you're going to love this conversation (1 hour plus). Check out the whole thing here: https://echoesofeternitypodcast.com/episodes/019-john-carswell-the-tolkien-road-adaptat…
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UK Fantasy Tour Summer 2023 » Tolkien, CS Lewis, Rowling » Places That Inspired LOTR, Narnia, Harry Potter
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We're joined by Solomon Schmidt, the man behind HistoryBites.com. Solomon is leading a Tolkien-themed tour to the UK (England and Scotland) in July of 2023, and we sit down with to hear all about the plans. Seriously folks, this looks like the adventure of the lifetime. If not now, ask yourself: WHEN??? THIS SOUNDS AMAZING. Do yourself a favor and …
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0321 » Rings Of Power Seasons 2 and 3 + Middle-earth and Christmas
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Merry Christmas, fellow travelers! Let's take a close look at the Middle-earth / Christmas connection as well as the recent Rings of Power discussion with Amazon Studios' Vernon Sanders. Join us! WATCH THE VIDEO » https://youtu.be/gr7WfZZoFAk EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: - Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien - John R - Jacob Lockham - John H - Scotchy Bobo - Eru27…
For this episode, we were excited to welcome the resident of Tolkiendil, the French Tolkien society: Laura Martin-Gomez! Laura received her PhD in 2020, and her research interests include fandom studies and Tolkien's texts. Her thesis examined fan groups in the US, UK, and France to parse out the similarities and differences in these groups from th…
