Mythgard Institute

Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings

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Join The Tolkien Professor, Dr. Corey Olsen, on a sentence-by-sentence journey through the text of Tolkien's epic fairy story, and explore Middle-earth through the magical game-world of Lord of the Rings Online.

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Mythgard Institute

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Arts

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exlotr.fireside.fm

Latest episode

Jul 3, 2026

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Episodes

Session 253: Fire And Death 27.02.2023

The choice between fire and death quickly approaches. Boromir can't take it anymore.

Session 251: We Cannot Get Out 29.01.2023

The snow is mounting and the Company is beset. Anxiety is intense.

Session 252: Increasing Desperation 29.01.2023

It is time for the first and least desperate remedy against the storm.

Session 250: The Enemy's Attack 06.01.2023

Tolkien equals Bilbo himself today, and ExLOTR turns six!

Session 249: Stone in the Mountains 06.01.2023

This evening, we get to watch Tolkien reimagine a moment from The Hobbit. Let's see what we notice!

Session 248: Concerning the Arm of Sauron 06.01.2023

How long has the arm of Sauron actually grown, do we think?

Session 247: Caradhras Strikes 06.01.2023

A fine, scenic snowfall graces the Company as they begin their ascent.

Session 246: Interrupting Warrior! 06.12.2022

So, let's head up the mountai-- INTERRUPTING WARRIOR!

Session 245: Decisive Leadership 04.12.2022

The decision has been made, and it is time to head towards the Redhorn Gate!

Session 244: The Basis of Choice 22.11.2022

What do we learn about how Gandalf and Aragorn are choosing their road? What matters most to them?

Session 242: Probably a Wisp of Cloud 17.11.2022

So, what exactly is the shadow in the sky?

Session 243: Approaching the Decision 17.11.2022

As we approach the mountains, we overhear some quiet controversy.

Session 241: Strider's Leadership 02.11.2022

Tonight the journey continues South through Hollin.

Session 240: Towards the Pass 22.10.2022

The journey continues, with hobbit commentary.

Session 239: Avian Analysis 20.10.2022

So, what's up with the birds? What does it mean?

Session 238: Spying Out the Land 01.10.2022

What is the meaning of the birds? Let's discuss Aragorn's reaction.

Session 237: Pack(s) of Crows 16.09.2022

Sam and Strider spot a suspicious sight.

Session 236: Ominous Mysteries 16.09.2022

Tonight we look at the first of several ominous and mysterious warnings we hear about in Hollin.

Session 235: Strider Apart 24.08.2022

Tonight we watch as Strider protects the Company by stalwartly preventing fun.

Session 233: Looking Ahead 06.08.2022

07/19/2022 ELOTR: EPISODE 233 Announcements: The Tolkien Professor will be a guest at the SDCC panel on the Amazon series: The Rings of Power. Check available listings for con schedules and media releases. Registration for Buckeyemoot in person has expired but you can still go to https://signumuniversity.org/event/ for details on how to attend BuckeyeMoot virtually on MootHub. IN WHICH: We discuss...

Session 234: Looking Ahead Part 2 06.08.2022

Legolas speaks to the trees, but the rocks aren't interested.

Session 232: Return to Moria 13.07.2022

07/05/2022 ELOTR: EPISODE 232 Announcements: Buckeye Moot will close registration on 07/16, so if you’re planning to attend on 07/30, get your badges and hybrid keys soon! Check https://signumuniversity.org/event/ for details on how to attend live and virtually on MootHub. Also, Professor Olsen has confirmed an upcoming book! Exploring Lord of the Rings Volume 1 (covering Book 1: a Long-Expected P...

Session 231: Approaching Legends 06.07.2022

Tonight we get Gandalf's first official Pippin moment, followed by Gimli's first big speech!

Session 229: The Third Road Trip 15.06.2022

What is the hobbit view of this new road trip? How does it differ from the other two?

Session 230: A Wilderness Frontier 15.06.2022

We emerge from a long trudge conveyed in few paragraphs to the borders of a new land. What does Tolkien convey about it, and how?

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