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“This podcast should be sub-titled something like, “A look at The Lord of the Rings through the lens of Harry Potter.” I enjoyed the latest episodes of “Drunk Middle Earth History” so decided to start from the beginning, but I’m well into The Two Towers episodes and it’s like 30%-50% Potterverse...”Read full review »
Dorwinion fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/23
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“I deeply enjoy this podcast, with all of my heart. That being said, I want to scream sometimes. That’s probably because I’ve read a lot of old books and learned how to read them (literally. I have taken several classes and they actually worked), and you didn’t because duh, why would you? So if...”Read full review »
hello you are a nice person via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/04/23
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“Got to episode 2 and about 20 minutes into the episode before I stopped listening. Literally 3 minutes was about the LotR and the rest of the time was either tangents, introductions, or spoilers by the guest. Felt like the podcast should’ve focused more on the content rather than just another...”Read full review »
bhuyfc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/01/23
“Loved hearing her talk. Her way of engaging with the story and her guests is entertaining and I love hearing MC talk.
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I had to stop listening over her fussing with the word queer used in its original context. As a queer person this kind of attitude hurts. I’m sure she’s improved as...”Read full review »
sixwingedbee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/23
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“I really like that you let me know more about Two Towers and I love spoilers. I actually really like The Silmarillion. I’d prefer if there was less chat about things not in the books in the show though.”
Ben4858 via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
03/11/23
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“MC does a great job of not only making Tolkien more accessible, but she brings in wonderful guests! So many great people we’ve gotten to meet through this podcast. It’s a total gem!”
AndieINC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/23
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“I discovered this podcast only about a month ago and I’m already almost fifty episodes in. It’s really great to listen to MC talk about Lord of the Rings with various guests and to give me new perspectives on things that happen in the books. I highly recommend to anyone who enjoys Lord of the...”Read full review »
g.e.m.777 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/06/23
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“I absolutely love this podcast it’s so great and Mary Clay is amazing! I started listening during the beginning of the pandemic but fell off and I’m so happy to finally be caught up. Bingeing this podcast over the past couple months has been so much fun! Love love love 10/5 woooo”
Chloe Marshal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/01/22
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“That’s What I’m Tolkien About is one of my most favourite podcasts. I’ve been listening to it for over a year now. As someone who has been a fan of The Lord of the Rings for years, I love that this podcast allows the listener to live vicariously through Mary Clay and re-discover what it’s like to...”Read full review »
A M 2000 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/29/22
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“I am so glad I found this podcast! I have been a fan of Tolkien since I was a child, and have been wanting to get back into it! This is such a great way to delve deep into the Tolkien world, to learn so much about it all and enjoy it in the process!”
SecondBreakfa$t via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/22
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“Love it!”
Pappy Drew 90 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/22
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“As a long-time Tolkien fan, I love this podcast so much. I’ve always wished I could read LotR for the first time again, and MC gives me a little bit of that feeling.
Also, hilarious memes!”
Kaoruchan42 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/22
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“It makes the commute for work so much quicker!”
Rikke SJ via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
09/15/22
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“I got a few minutes into what I thought would be all lore and content of Tolkiens works, but it seems to be a thin vail of political charged talking points.”
Alemister1984 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/13/22
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“I appreciate these summaries. I’ve read the trilogy twice now and this is an easy way to re experience the adventure in bite sized bits through the eyes of someone who is going on through for their first time!”
Lululizardman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/22
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“I tried to enjoy this podcast. But there is absolutely no need to be so political. Other than that there were some laugh out loud moments.”
BreakawayRopes&BoutiqueHopes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/12/22
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“Update: just wanted to say this is one of my most listened to podcasts, Mary Clay is a wonderful host and her guests are fantastic. I’ve learned so much and have an even deeper appreciation for Tolkien
I’m so happy I stumbled on this podcast on Instagram I’ve been listening everyday”
your_evil_angel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/22
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“I adore this podcast, thank you for creating such a fun space. Easy to follow, and also hilarious takes on Tolkien. I’m looking forward to hearing your views on the Silmarillion because I read it once and did not really get it.”
ivya778 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/22
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“MC is such a great host and I love rediscovering my love of LOTR along with her journey!”
Awesome game, but via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/22
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“Love this show! It’s completely reawakening my love for LOTR.”
kosyum via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/22
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“Really enjoying the show so far, can’t wait to catch up.”
Goat0126 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/21
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“I read the books for the first and only time in between the second a third movie releases and have no desire to revisit the books themselves. This for me is a great way to redelve into the source material without actually having to reread the books. Mary Clay is very engaging and the guests are...”Read full review »
Yankeesgirlc21 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/21
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“Talks over guests. Complains about needless exposition in the films and then spends much of the episode doing just that. It’s known in the world of podcasts that a good Tolkien podcast is hard to come by, and I’m happy to move on from one of the worst yet.”
It's in the post via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/12/21
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“This podcast should be rated 5. Just sayin’.”
kitten fisher via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/21
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“I’m reading the books and this is a great way to pick up on little things and have like a mental discussion. It’s also really funny when her early predictions are either spot on or really wrong.”
takenna via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/15/21
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“Mary Clay is a fun and funny host... what more could you ask for?!”
FrostMe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/21
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“I discovered this podcast while scrolling through Reels on Instagram. Mary Clay seemed like my kind of person and someone I would love to be friends with based off of her reels, so when I discovered she had a podcast I had to listen! MC is such a fun and witty host, and I really enjoy the guests...”Read full review »
Tayler Rae via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/06/21
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“Been relistening to the back catalogue and just wanted to say how much I’m enjoying this. It helps me get my LoTR fix without needing to read the books and trudge through the council of Elrond. Love hearing the different guests each week (and the recurring guests too!) Happy 2 year...”Read full review »
E...C.... via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/21
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“And that is that I want so badly to join in the conversation. Love this podcast and hearing Mary Clay experience LoTR for the first time.”
haddybinhey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/26/21
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“MC is such a welcoming and engaging host to listen too. I’ve marathoned almost all the episodes in my commute in the last three months. I’m now caught up so I can listen to the Andy Serkis Hobbit audio book and feel like I’m reading along with her. I’ve laughed, I’ve cried (darn you MC for...”Read full review »
TheFirstNoelle23 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/28/21
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jijjpjpjpjpjpjpjp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/21
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“I’m currently binging this series and it’s so much fun to hear about these books from a newcomers perspective.”
CurtFMoore via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/21
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“I really enjoy this podcast and look forward to this every week. Her look at the Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit from a newcomer point of view can be hysterical (though I would skip her trek through the 2nd book of the Two Towers) and sometimes brings a perspective into the books that I...”Read full review »
that orc in the one scene ... via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/21
“Two stars is too harsh, it should really be two-and-a-half. It might easily be much better. Unfortunately, the level of analysis and discussion is often puddle-deep compared to the oceanic depths that can be plumbed in Tolkien’s work. Insights come from stepping outside your own generational...”Read full review »
MBelderson via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/29/21
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“I only just started watching this podcast and I am already in love!!!! I have never read the books and it gave me the idea to read them so I’m looking forward to reading them because I love the films.”
Hpfan2021 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/08/21
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“Super fun and entertaining show that makes me laugh. Great for Lord of the Rings fans old and new (there are a few spoilers here and there). It’s nice to see a fresh new take on some of my favorite books and movies, while also being hilarious. Great job Mary Clay!!”
Shmuewalle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/21
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“Good fun. Easy to listen to. The guests are always entertaining and bring something to the table. Found the pod through IG and I’m happy I did!”
SarahDesArbres via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/24/20
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“Mary Clay Watt is a wondefully comedic genius whose first experience with the Lord of the Rings is as progressive as it is relatable. This is a fun, silly, and informative podcast that anyone can enjoy. Here's to hoping we listeners still have plenty of MC's audio shenanigans to look...”Read full review »
"Bro" bi-Wan Kenobi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/05/20
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“I enjoyed a lot of it, but all the episodes I listened to, had rants and references to another series that I found I found cringe worthy. If it isolated the talk about lord of the rings trilogies, I would have listened to all the episodes. Like in most things the negatives are remembered more...”Read full review »
pacmandefence via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/18/20
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“I’m not the biggest lord of the rings fan but they’ve been apart of my life since my dad took me to the first movie when it came out. I’ve seen the movies a bunch but only read the books once a few years ago. I really enjoy hearing the perspective of someone who is experiencing it the opposite...”Read full review »
xBrothersx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/20
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“I went looking for a chapter by chapter Lord of the Rings podcast, and was delighted to find “That’s What I’m Tolkien About”. The pun alone drew me in. I love that Mary Clay is also reading the books for the first time while discussing them in a more casual and digestible way. I listen to this...”Read full review »
RindaRoo5 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/01/20
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“If you love LOTR and have a sense of humor, listen to this podcast!! It’s hilarious and informative. All the guests are great and I wish episodes came out daily!”
denizelemine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/20
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“At first I LOVED this podcast because I was reading the books for the first time and I thought it would be fun to enjoy it with someone who also has not read it! The problem was in one of the earlier episodes I believe 4, she completely spoils something about Gandalf and Frodo without giving any...”Read full review »
Markenuous via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/20
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