Best RoP podcast
I sampled several other Rings of Power podcasts before finding this gem. The hosts are deeply knowledgeable and do a wonderful job of sharing their understanding of the lore in a fun, conversational way that is warm and inviting. They share talking time in an exceptionally professional but seemingly organic way (which is challenging to achieve). Their love of Tolkien is foremost, and one of the things I most appreciate is that they approach the show with curiosity and interest in adaptation rather than leading with pedantry or criticism. They are certainly willing to be critical and to discuss ways the show deviates from the lore, but they are not deeply negative in the way so many other people have been. (Dare I say they are mature enough to understand that the most polarized take is not the most interesting nor the most intelligent?) Thank you to the hosts—and guests!—for a wonderful listen-along and for the extended work before and after season 1. I look forward to more!
Chironomer via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/17/23
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Like really know Tolkien. Like *really* really know Tolkien! Shawn and Alan are perfect podcasters to give a fun—and informed—take on the Rings of Power. Fanboys extraordinaire. Plus such decent human beings.
Gaal Dornick via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/17/22
I hate it when people review a podcast before it’s even released, but this is different. This is the Prancing Pony. This is Alan and Shawn. That means this will be the most well researched and informative podcast covering all things Second Age. This. Is. Essential. Listening. If you’re already a...Read full review »
AbeLincolnFroman via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/11/22
Its not much to ask for but fix your audioquality. Some peoples mics are horrendous, and to listen to for two hours is tiresome.
lasse.no1 via Apple Podcasts · Sweden · 09/17/22
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