Episodes
David, John, and Marilyn wrap up Season 2 of The Rings of Power with a supersized mailbag episode. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season Pass Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of...
Published 10/17/24
David, John, and Marilyn are joined by Mark from Nevermind the Music to talk all things Rings of Power Season 2! They start off with their overall thoughts before playing a musical game show. Then, they talk deep lore with the help of listener feedback. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season...
Published 10/12/24
The Ultimate Review of Rings of Power Season 2 | Four Podcasts, Two HoursWhen: October 11th, 2024 at 8pm ET Where: http://ringspodcast.com/live Tickets: $3/each A portion of proceeds raised will be donated to a non-profit organization. Join the The Ultimate Review of Rings of Power Season 2—an epic live stream event featuring hosts from Captain's Pod, Lorehounds, Rings and Rituals, and Lore of the Rings. Together, we’ll dive deep into the highly anticipated Season 2 of The Lord of the Rings:...
Published 10/04/24
David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 8 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the end of Eregion, the expected and unexpected character deaths, and the reveal of a long-term mystery. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season Pass Links to Patreon, Supercast,...
Published 10/03/24
John and Marilyn answer all your questions about the episodes 5-7 of Season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. Is Tom Bombadil the father of hobbits? How does Tolkien really feel about oaths? Keep writing in for one more feedback episode when the season is over. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of...
Published 09/28/24
David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 7 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the impossible choice of Durin IV, the will of the Noldor vs the will of Sauron, and the visual quality of this massive fantasy battle. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season...
Published 09/26/24
David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 6 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the growing control of Annatar, a visual spectacle in Númenor, and a kyber crystal search by the Stranger. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season Pass Links to Patreon,...
Published 09/19/24
David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 5, Halls of Stone, of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the factions arising within Númenor, the complex feelings of Durin the Younger, and the professional manipulations of Annatar. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP...
Published 09/12/24
David, John, and Marilyn answer all your questions about the first half of Season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. Is Elrond getting too harsh a treatment? Are Sauron's evils coming from good intentions? Did we hear Rufus Wainwright's Tom Bombadil song? Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power...
Published 09/10/24
Calling all music fans! The Lorehounds network’s first music podcast, Nevermind the Music, is officially launching on September 10 – where two friends and academics filter their appreciation of music through the frameworks of psychology, music theory, and irreverent humor. Hosts Mark and Nichole join David, John, and Elysia for a light-hearted chat about who they are, how this whole podcast thing started, and what to expect from their joint venture – not to mention answers to key questions...
Published 09/10/24
David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 4, Eldest, of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the introduction of the long-awaited Tom Bombadil, the distrust of Elrond, and a new kind of hobbit. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season Pass Links to Patreon,...
Published 09/05/24
David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 3, The Eagle and the Sceptre, of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the changing politics of Númenor, the past of Isildur, and the desperation of the dwarves. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season Pass Links to...
Published 08/29/24
David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 2, Where the Stars are Strange, of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss the Stranger's search for a name, Celebrimbor's competing motivations, and the self-reflection of Galadriel. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season...
Published 08/29/24
David, John, and Marilyn recap Season 2, Episode 1, Elven Kings Under the Sky, of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on Prime Video. They discuss their coverage plans, the beginning of a villain-centric season, and the voice of Gil-galad. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for the One-Time Rings of Power Season Pass: TRoP Season Pass Links to...
Published 08/29/24
John is joined by Aaron, host of the Lore of the Rings Podcast, to discuss Of the Noldor in Beleriand, the seventeenth portion in The Silmarillion. They discuss the founding of Gondolin and the wrath of Thingol. Listen to Aaron's Podcast Lore of the Rings Podcast Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do...
Published 08/14/24
John is joined by Knewbettadobetta, a prolific Tolkien expert popular on Tiktok and Twitter, to discuss Of Beleriand and its Realms, the sixteenth portion in The Silmarillion. They discuss Knewbettadobetta's Tolkien origin story, the geography of Middle-earth in the First Age, and why geography is so essential in Tolkien's works. Knewbettadobetta's Links Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to...
Published 08/13/24
David and Marilyn (our favorite Tolkien Scholar) recap Season 1 of The Lord: The Rings of Power in preparation for the start of Season 2. They discuss coverage plans as well as the One Guide and Season Pass options. Then, they break down Season 1 by major story arc coving all the major plot points and key details. Contact Us Questions or comments? Visit us at our website where you can use the contact form or use the voicemail feature. Or, send an email to [email protected] Sign up for...
Published 08/12/24
John is joined by Dr. Anthony LeDonne, host of the Properly Howard and Electric Bookaloo podcasts, and Dr. Chad Carmichael, Professor of Philosophy, to discuss the second half of the chapter Of the Return of the Noldor, the fifteenth story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the Third Battle of Beleriand, the Siege of Angband, and the meaning behind the title of The Silmarillion. Chad Charmichael's Works https://philpeople.org/profiles/chad-carmichael Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and...
Published 08/11/24
John is joined by Kaitlyn Facista, creator of Tea with Tolkien, to discuss the first half of the chapter Of the Return of the Noldor, the fourteenth story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the death of Fëanor, the heroism of Fingon, and the suspicions of Thingol. Kaitlyn's Website & Twitter Tea With Tolkien @TeawithTolkien Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an...
Published 08/10/24
John is joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of Men, the thirteenth story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the awakening of men, the acceleration of time, and the apparent inaction of the Valar. Marilyn's Website Marilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby College Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any...
Published 08/09/24
David and John are joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor, the twelfth story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the aftermath of the destruction of the two trees, the importance of grief in healing, and the weakening of Morgoth. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any opinions stated are...
Published 08/08/24
David and John discuss Of the Sindar, the eleventh story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the founding of Doriath, the emergence of the dwarves, and the geography of Beleriand. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other...
Published 08/07/24
David and John are joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss Of the Flight of the Noldor, the tenth story in The Silmarillion. They discuss the Oath of Feanor, the horror of Ungoliant, the splintering of the Noldor, and the roadmap to the rest of the story. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do...
Published 08/06/24
David and John are joined by Marilyn R. Pukkila to discuss two chapters of The Silmarillion, Of the Silmarils and the Unrest of the Noldor & Of the Darkening of Valinor. As they recap this action-packed set of chapters filled with political intrigue, familial betrayals, and giant spiders, they consider whether Tolkien is using Fëanor as a cautionary tale about creation for himself. Finally, David and John answer listener feedback. Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network...
Published 08/05/24