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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 ...
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Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick and Ancient Faith Radio

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Exploring the Tolkien Legendarium with the Christian Faith - Join Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick, Richard Rohlin and their guest co-hosts as they explore the life, works and Middle-earth legendarium of author J. R. R. Tolkien, informed by the Orthodox Christian faith.
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Athrabeth

Jude Vais & Stef Midlock

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Athrabeth is a monthly podcast that invites you down the lesser trod paths of Tolkien's Legendarium. Each episode we pick a single chapter, essay, fragment, or topic, and do a deep dive, exploring it as both fans and scholars.
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Wade Center at Wheaton College (IL)

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The Wade Center Podcast features interviews and discussions with scholars and figures related to Wade Center and our authors: C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, Dorothy L. Sayers, George MacDonald, G.K. Chesterton, Owen Barfield, and Charles Williams.
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Welcome to “An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin’ Tolkien”. We invite you to join us in an adventure as Ezra and Lane delve deep into Middle Earth. Each fortnight we will gather for a book re-read, show speculation, and much more! So grab your book, a highlighter, cup of coffee, and keep a pocket-handkerchief close at hand. Remember, “Not all those who wander are lost” and we intend to let our imagination wander far and wide. Speak "Friend" and ENTER!!!
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Katie Sabo, Lauren Weaver, and Sky Swartout

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Three friends get together each week to read and discuss dense and rewarding books. Katie Sabo, Jon Cox, and Sky Swartout spend each week talking through a book chapter by chapter. A great book club experience, this show offers a conversational and fun way to read along!
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Keep on Tolkien is a podcast that takes you on a sarcastic and passionate journey through the Tolkien Legendarium. Our aim is to provide quality information about Tolkien lore while keeping a fun-loving and casual atmosphere. It's like hanging out with your buddies...if your buddies were two foul-mouthed nerds with a rather unhealthy obsession with how terrible the hobbit movies are. Have questions, comments, or suggestions? Shoot us a message on your favorite social media site! We want to h ...
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Two friends and the occasional guest take listeners on a chapter-by-chapter exploration of the stories of J.R.R. Tolkien by treating them as sacred texts worthy of close study. One is a relative newcomer and one has been calling herself a hobbit since the age of 8. Each week, we will cover a chapter through a different motif and use sacred practices to dive deep into the lore of Middle Earth.
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Hosted by Sam Marvin and Sean Briggs, this podcast covers the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, adaptations of Tolkien's works, and all things nerdy. When not talking about Tolkien, we talk about D&D, Renaissance Faires, cartoons, video games, and more! We started with the following mission: Tolkien's Legendarium and all works within the genre should be accessible by everyone. We approach the material from the seats of an average fan.
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From the creation of the world to what happened after the destruction of the One Ring, this podcast explains all of the lore, characters, history, and mythology of J.R.R. Tolkien's amazingly deep and complex world one topic at a time. It's like the best college course you could ever take with a professor who loves Middle Earth and adds in some mind-blowing concepts along the way. Whether you're new to the fandom or someone interested in brushing up on the details and expanding your perspecti ...
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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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Two fantasy lovers quite ready for another adventure…and by adventure, we mean podcast! Join us as we–a LOTR vet and LOTR first-timer–take on the works of Tolkien! Welcome to But Are There Dragons, a podcast where two friends pick a book at least one of them has not read and work their way through it a few chapters at a time.
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Sci Fi Pub Songs & Stories is the audio edition of Marc Gunn's newsletter. You'll hear the audio liner notes for the songs he records, both traditional Celtic songs as well as his original rhythm & folk songs inspired by pop culture through the lens of Irish & Celtic music. Have fun and sing along to celebrate Celtic and Sci Fi culture through music.
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Welcome to Unlimited Opinions! Have you ever wanted to listen to a lawyer and his teenage son discuss philosophy, mythology, theology, politics and more? No? Well, Mark and Adam Bishop are here to discuss it all the same! From philosophy to mythology to politics, they discuss it all with rants and tangents galore! Now in Season 6, they're breaking down James Hitchcock's "History of the Catholic Church", going chapter by chapter to look at how the Catholic Church developed from its roots to t ...
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Come and take your own journey through Tolkien’s world. The Fellowship Phase is a running the game podcast about the tabletop role-playing game Adventures in Middle Earth. From the peaks of the Misty Mountains to the halls of Lake Town and Erebor, hosts Callum and Josh explore the lore and mechanics of this Tolkien-inspired RPG. Conversations about character creation, journey rules and roles and (of course) The Fellowship Phase will get you started on your own adventure through Middle Earth. ...
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The Inklings used to meet at a pub and have meaningful conversations. Such conversations lead to the conversion of C.S. Lewis from his conversations with J.R.R. Tolkien. Our goal is to be the second iteration of that. We share craft beverages and have meaningful conversations. What is a meaningful conversation? Well, our opinion is that a truly meaningful conversation leads us to Christ. We support these conversations by both consuming and selling fresh roasted coffee. If you would like to s ...
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Charlie Lein, Pip Parker, and various guests discuss and analyze each chapter of J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. Music credit: "Long Road Ahead B" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Welcome to “An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin’ Tolkien”. We are excited to be covering the Rings of Power TV series; we also invite you to join us in an adventure as Ezra and Lane delve deep into Middle Earth. Each fortnight we will gather for a book re-read, show speculation, and much more! So grab your book, a highlighter, cup of coffee, and keep a pocket-handkerchief close at hand. Remember, “Not all those who wander are lost” and we intend to let our imagination wander far and wide. Speak "F ...
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J.R.R. Tolkien loved Beowulf, as evidenced by his landmark lecture, “The Monsters and the Critics,” his posthumously published prose translation (released in 2014), and his inclusion of Anglo-Saxon themes and words throughout The Lord of the Rings. In this week’s episode, Drs. Crystal and David C. Downing sit down with Dr. Ben Weber, Associate Prof…
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Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation Today the Openings Series gets seasonal as Maggie and Corey discuss adaptations of How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation, Episode 59, recorded on November 27, 2023 Join us on Mondays at 4 PM ET, on this…
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In this episode, we’re taking a quick break from The Fall of Númenor to review the new edition of The Letters of JRR Tolkien, released just last week! Join us! EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: - Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien - John R - SaberSystems - Melkor27 - KG WATCH THE VIDEO » https://youtu.be/QGBSygzWEFk WATCH AD-FREE » https://www.patreon.com/posts/935253…
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In light of the recent U.S. celebration of Thanksgiving, it seemedfitting to discuss the parallel cases of hospitality offered to Frodoby Gildor and Faramir, which both give Frodo many reasons to bethankful. Other Links: Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195 Odysee: https://odysee.…
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Well I’m back. And I’m getting drunk with Jessi and Paige as we talk about our controversial hobbit opinions, realistic friendships, and our new Veggie Tales podcast. Unofficial Disclaimer: Jessi, Paige, and MC are of legal drinking age and are drinking responsibly. Do as we say and not as we do. The Show: Threads (new) - https://www.threads.net/@t…
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After our unplanned hiatus, we are back with more of The Hobbit! In this episode, we are joined again by our friends Chris and Carlos of the Swolhirrim to help us cover the chapter "Out of the Frying Pan into the Fire" and the end of the movie, "An Unexpected Journey." We discuss: Bilbo's reunion with Gandalf and the dwarves after finding the Ring …
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Jared, Oriana and Ned discuss Oriana’s choice of topic: the Noldor. Also termed the Deep-elves and, in early versions of the legendarium, the Gnomes – thankfully changed given unavoidable associations – they were one of the three ethnicities of the Eldar in general, the first Children of Iluvatar. As compared to the serene Vanyar and the many gener…
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En route to the estate of Josiah Dawnclaw, the pack is intercepted by a special forces unit. This is an actual-play of WEREWOLF THE APOCALYPSE, a tabletop roleplaying game from RENEGADE GAME STUDIOS. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #werewolftheapocalypse #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Eustace Hart. Philodox, Hart Wardens. Played by …
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Bina and OG Vassal Julia aka No True Lady discuss Ridley Scott’s new historical epic. Spoiler-filled. [MP3] Download or play this episode directly[Archive]View this episode’s page on Archive.org[Discord] Join the VOK community[iTunes] Subscribe to us on iTunes[Stitcher] Subscribe to us on Stitcher[RSS] Podcast Feed…
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What did you think of the Doctor’s return in the first 60th anniversary special? I share my spoiler-free review of “The Star Beast”! Also in this episode of my podcast The Break: Why 2024 is going to be a BIG year for Star Wars fans Tolkien’s lore in the upcoming Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria videogame The anime series Shangri-la Frontier and …
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The X-men explore the hidden levels beneath Madison Square Garden(s). This is an actual-play of the MARVEL MULTIVERSE Role-playing Game. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #marvel #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Ashfall. Played by Kipser. Jericho. Played by Aaron. Bijou. Played by Melissa. https://twitter.com/melazera Stranglehold. Play…
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Now hiring - Bamboo artists wanted! Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach become spiritually bound to discuss Secret Project #3, 'Yumi and the Nightmare Painter' by Brandon Sanderson. Turn up your Sion lines and prepare a fresh canvas as we travel to the natural spring of sexual tension. Clear your mind and lets get to the rock stacking!…
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As the Clemonte family reels from another loss, occult secrets from their past might hold the key to defeating Razorback. This is an actual-play of MONSTER OF THE WEEK, a tabletop roleplaying game from EVIL HAT. #monsteroftheweek #ttrpg #actualplay - CAST - Phil Theodore. Mundane. Played by Chuck. https://twitter.com/kobolddefenders Donna Theodore.…
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In this finale of the trilogy of Karhu Josh and Callum are joined by special guest Scott to discuss Karhu the Elder. This Beorning Slayer started the game with the doomed to die background and his story took him on a different path. We discuss the process of character growth and how Grimbeorn may come to be in a game of AiME/LOTR RPG.…
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Aslan brings an end to Narnia. Your Lamp-post Links: Sign up for our mailing list at this link if you want to win an Inkling Candle or Our Church Speaks print signed by Ben Lansing. Purchase our limited edition t-shirt at Bonfire; the sale ends on December 1! You can support the show on Patreon. You can also email us at thenarniapodcast@gmail.com o…
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Your Lamp-post Links: Sign up for our mailing list at this link if you want to win an Inkling Candle or Our Church Speaks print signed by Ben Lansing. Purchase our limited edition t-shirt at Bonfire; the sale ends on December 1! Learn more about CS Lewis Reading Day! You can support the show on Patreon. You can also email us at thenarniapodcast@gma…
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Kathryn and Lorienne begin our deep dive into Narnia from high above the world of the books and finally zoom into the delicate lace fabric that is the first chapter. We find refuge in these three pages that surprise us and we hope delight you. We refer again to The Trevor Project. Please read about what they do, volunteer if you are able, and ask f…
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Join us as we discuss the history of Catholicism in Canada and the United States! We look at Quebec's rise to the most Catholic society on Earth and its eventual fall; the three ethnic zones of the United States, being the English East Coast, the French Mississippi Valley, and the Spanish Southwest; and how Catholics viewed slavery in the U.S. We a…
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Before we jump into the first story in the Unfinished Tales, Of Tuor and his Coming to Gondolin, it's important that we understand what exactly these versions of the stories are, and why we're revisiting a story we read in the Silmarillion. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotr…
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We're taking a week to hear about your thoughts on the now completed Silmarillion episodes. Did you gain new insights? What things do you still want to know more about? Let's discuss. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlorecast Live Shows and game streams: twitch.tv/robotsrad…
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This week we bring you Part 2 of our "Evil Creatures Trilogy" where our subject is the race of Balrogs! Ever wonder where the Balrogs came from? Or how many there are? Or how to defeat one? Tune in as we discuss the origins and some stories surrounding these infamous Demons of Fire!Join our Discord:discord.gg/SyhuSseDh2Check out our Merch Store:www…
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We’re known for our short and concise answers, says The Nerd of the Rings, as he joins The Man of the West just in time to answer listener questions on our 25th Questions After Nightfall! From Ainur bowling leagues to light bulb moments, from Farmer Maggot to our favorite head canon, our listeners keep us on our toes. Matt whiffs on a Firefly refer…
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Tonight we discuss the unexpectedly missing river. #SpiritualStreams It's time for Signum University Annual Fundraising campaign. • Signum University's Fall Fundraising ... We are doing weekly drawings for giveaways to celebrate the campaign. You can sign up for the drawing through Google forms. For this week’s Exploring the Lord of the Rings drawi…
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This year’s Thanksgiving Day also marks the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who. I look back on how this science fiction series impacted my youth and why the Doctor keeps inspiring me. I also talk about the big interview about the future of Star Wars in Vanity Fair with Dave Filoni, Rosario Dawson and other people involved in the franchise. I discuss th…
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The X-men take a road trip to Manhattan, but it's a bumpy ride. This is an actual-play of the MARVEL MULTIVERSE Role-playing Game. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #marvel #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Ashfall. Played by Kipser. Jericho. Played by Aaron. Bijou. Played by Melissa. https://twitter.com/melazera Stranglehold. Played by …
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Sam takes a swing at coming up with an outline for a series based in Tolkien's Second Age! How does he approach time jumps, dwarves, hobbits and human/elf relations? Find out this week and let us know the series you'd rather watch in the comments! Support the show https://www.facebook.com/Elves-Rings-Nerdy-Things-102798685915805…
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Welcome to our TV adaptation called Concerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 2: Part 2 ~ We’ll be adapting this audio into a future video that will showcase our vision for a TV series centered around the Shire and good ol Hobbit Folk! So with that, sit back and enjoy Concerning Hobbits … *We are also taking your thoughts on the Rings …
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Crawling through a derelict subaquatic research station yields some interesting finds, and familiar enemies. This is an actual-play of FRAGGED EMPIRE, a tabletop roleplaying game created by Wade Dyer. Find us online at https://www.thelollygaggers.com/ #FraggedEmpire #ActualPlay #ttrpg - Cast - Zatek. Chrome Zhou. Played by Joe. Khil Krug. Auxilia L…
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Hey there, fellow travelers! I was recently a guest on the Exploring Tolkien podcast from TheOneRing.com. We had a great discussion looking at some of the changes in Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings films and asking the question: Are we OK with these changes? Some of the issues we discussed include: Do Men Want Power MORE THAN Immortality? Did Jac…
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Josh Spielmaker is a 33-year resident of North Arkansas. He has been married to his wife, Kristie, for 25 years, and together, they have three exceptional children. After a long career in construction and later aircraft refurbishment, he works with special needs students at Prism North America, a faith-based K-12 private school in Fayetteville, Ark…
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Tonight we look at Chapters 14 and 15, where many veils are removed and shocking truths revealed. It is time for Signum University Annual Fundraising campaign. • Signum University's Fall Fundraising ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3FLTIY6plQ&t=0s We are doing weekly drawings for giveaways to celebrate the campaign. You can sign up for the draw…
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Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation Maggie and Corey continue their Openings Series by discussing Emma, focusing on the 2020 and 1996 films, and Clueless. Other Minds and Hands: An Open and Friendly Discussion of Tolkien Adaptation, Episode 58, recorded on November 20, 2023 Join us on Mondays at 4 PM ET, on …
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We're back for more with Episode 4! Kritter and Jessica dive right back into chapters 8 and 9 of The Hobbit this week and all that that entails. We finally enter the ominous Mirkwood with our intrepid party and, if that's not bad enough, then we're faced with spiders. Like, a lot of them! Listen along as we chat about this and more; what it means t…
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After the catastrophe at Declan's hotel, Delta Green makes a change. This is an actual-play of DELTA GREEN, a tabletop roleplaying game from ARC DREAM PUBLISHING. #deltagreen #ttrpg #actualplay - CAST - Luca Dante. DEA Special Agent. Played by Long. https://twitter.com/LegendaryLong Maggie Eberly. CACI Targeting Officer. Played by Melissa. https://…
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Let's just get one thing straight, Aragorn is playing right into the hot man taming a horse aesthetic and it not only is working for Eowyn, it's working for us. Oh, and Arwen definitely kisses Aragorn through Brego. - A new episode every Tuesday. Email us at PodcastoftheRings@gmail.com Jump into our DISCORD! Follow our Podcast on Twitter! @Podofthe…
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The Hero's Journey ends with a return to status quo and a call to the next adventure. Kathryn and Lorienne discuss various ways that is shown in this final chapter of the Lord of the Rings. Who do you think is the hero of the Lord of the Rings? Kathryn mentioned The Trevor Project. And we honor our transgender siblings.…
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Did you love Episode 90 about the Dragons of Middle-Earth? Do you want MORE Dragons? We hope you enjoy this companion piece where we discuss the Dragon named Chrysophylax Dives from Tolkien's non-Middle-earth short story "Farmer Giles of Ham".Join our Discord:discord.gg/SyhuSseDh2Check out our Merch Store:www.keep-on-tolkien-podcast.teemill.comDona…
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