Lore of the Rings | Explore JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings and More | For all fans of Middle-earth

A brief look at Elrond the Half-elven and his importance in the works of JRR Tolkien. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lotrpodcast This podcast is not affiliated with t...

The origins of Gil-Galad, Elven King, and Celebrimbor, crafter of the Rings of Power, and how they fit into Amazon's Rings of Power series. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeaco...

A quick look at the origins of the Dwarves of Khazad-dum, and the Harfoots—the ancestors of the Hobbits. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lotrpodcast This podcast is no...

A quick look at the background of the cannon characters from Númenor that we'll see portrayed in Amazon's Rings of Power. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lotrp...

We examine the origins and some surprising tales about the main bad guy of the Third Age of Middle-earth: Sauron. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lotrpodcast This podc...

We make a guess a Galadriel's story arc for the Rings of Power series. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lotrpodcast This podcast is not affiliated with the Tolkien...

The roots of lore that inspired the new song "This Wandering Day" from Rings of Power. Listen to "This Wandering Day" from Rings of Power's new soundtrack. https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0B9CJ445S?do=play&trackAsin=B0B9F9L5GH&ref=dm_sh_sXh9E03V7vTgQHLe3gv7Xruat Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media link...

We dive into Galadriel, her past, complications and inconsistencies with her story, and her overall importance to JRR Tolkien's work. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeacoffee.c...

4000 years of history, including Sauron's rise power in the Black Years, the coming of the Wizards from the West, and the end of the Second and Third Ages. A breakdown of the second half of "Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age" in JRR Tolkien's Silmarillion . Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts...

The Rings of Power were crafted in the Second Age. What was Sauron's influence on them, and how did he convince the Elves to trust him? Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeacoffee...

A splinter group of Númenor, their history in the Second Age and appearances in the Third Age Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lotrpodcast This podcast is not affiliate...

Sauron convinces Ar-Pharazon to break the ban of the Valar, and sail to war against the Undying Lands. Elendil and the Faithful land in Middle-earth as exiles. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  http...

Three lore connections from the Rings of Power trailer released at San Diego ComicCon in July 2022. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lotrpodcast This podcast is not aff...

While the Númenóreans seek to avoid to death, a forgotten foe arises in Middle-earth: Sauron. Yet through subtly and lies, Sauron is able to turn the King of Númenor into his puppet. Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a...

My reactions and thoughts about the most recent teaser for Amazon's Rings of Power. In a word: THRILLED! Watch the teaser here! https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B09QH98YG1/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Su...

The rise and tragic fall of Númenor, the magnificent kingdom granted by the Valar to Elros and the faithful men, a realm of unparalleled wisdom, beauty, and power. At its height, Númenor stood as the pinnacle of mortal achievement, its people blessed with long life and wisdom beyond measure. Yet, even this mighty kingdom cannot escape the inevitability of death. As Númenor’s rulers grow increasing...

The First Age of Middle-earth ends in a climactic showdown between Morgoth, the Dark Lord, and the Valar, the mighty powers of the world. The final fate of the Silmarils is revealed, as these three fabled jewels, born from the light of the Two Trees, hold the key to the ultimate victory or defeat. Dive into the dramatic conclusion of this epic age, marked by betrayal, sacrifice, and the enduring p...

My reactions to the new teaser released by Amazon for the Rings of Power series. It brought a smile to my face! Exclusive discounts for you : https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/discounts/ Find contact info, social media links, discounts and more on the Lore of the Rings website: https://www.ringspodcast.com/ Support the show with a wafer of lembas:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lotrpodcast This podcas...

Aragorn, also known as Elessar or Elfstone, bears a title rich with history and significance, a name not even Bilbo fully understands. Discover the deep connection between Aragorn's title and Ëarendil, the great mariner whose journey across the stars became a symbol of hope and the light of the Silmarils. Uncover the layers of meaning behind Elessar, a name that ties Aragorn’s destiny to the a...

The closing chapter of the First Age of Middle-earth centers on Ëarendil, the great mariner, and his wife Elwing as they embark on a perilous journey to Valinor to plead for the salvation of both Elves and Men. Their voyage marks the fulfillment of a prophetic vision foretold by Ëarendil’s grandfather, a prophecy that foretold the rise of hope and a new star in the sky. Discover how Ëarendil’s sac...

The Fall of Gondolin reaches its tragic conclusion as Maeglin’s treachery leads to the city’s ultimate downfall. Discover the fateful betrayal that opens the gates of Gondolin to Morgoth’s forces, and how Tuor and Idril, along with their son Eärendil, lead the surviving refugees to safety through the hidden paths of the mountains. In the chaos of the city’s destruction, an epic duel between Glorfi...

The Fall of Gondolin, one of Tolkien's "Great Tales," reveals the tragic story of the hidden Elven city’s destruction at the hands of Morgoth’s forces. Explore the origins of this epic tale, its critical role in the larger mythology of Middle-earth, and the heroic journey of Tuor, son of Huor. Follow Tuor’s wanderings as he is guided by Ulmo, the Vala of the waters, to the secret city...

The tragic fall of Doriath, the greatest Elven kingdom in Beleriand, brought about not by dark forces, but by the greed for the Silmaril. Explore the devastating consequences of King Thingol's obsession with the lost gem, leading to the capture of Beren and a series of bitter conflicts. Witness the escalating tensions between the Dwarves and the Elves, the betrayal and bloodshed that follow, a...

The tragic conclusion of Túrin Turambar's cursed journey and the heart-wrenching fate of his sister Nienor. Their lives, marred by Morgoth's dark influence, come to a devastating end as Túrin unwittingly brings about his own downfall. Meanwhile, the great dragon Glaurung, the Father of Dragons, brings ruin to the once-great Elven stronghold of Nargothrond, leaving its halls in ashes. Disco...

Step into the world of  Lore of the Rings: Wander the World of J.R.R. Tolkien  as we delve into one of the most tragic and compelling stories in Tolkien's legendarium — the tale of Túrin Turambar. Cursed by Morgoth, Túrin's life is a relentless journey of doom, marked by betrayal, loss, and the haunting shadow of fate. Explore the depths of Túrin’s struggle against the curse, his complex r...