Rings of Power Pandering
Listened to the more recent episodes after taking a break to listen to other LOTR lore-casts. This pod was one of my favorites but after the Maxim Baldry and Lloyd Owens episode, I can see their obsession of the characters in the stitched together in script, instead of learning Tolkien’s character. No true, versed Tolkien fan enjoyed Rings of Power with the mind to see these stories played out and was extremely frustrating to see. On top of this I just see Amazon trying to pander to LOTR fans who listen with the intent to learn more about Tolkien by getting on this cast, but all I heard personally was “me me me me” from Maxim.
Conchobar Schmidt via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/05/23
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I was looking for a podcast that discussed events in the new Rings of Power series, and I found Nerd of the Rings. It is brilliant. There is analysis of Tolkien’s work, Jackson’s films and Amazon’s series. I highlight for me was the interview with John-Rhys Davies from last year. Unhurried, and...Read full review »
Jeffmeister3 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 11/12/22
Amazing amazing amazing podcast. Hard recommend.
Gloria The Fish via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 07/19/21
Excellent production. Well thought out. Enjoyable and fun. Something for everyone.
Obious via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/06/22
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