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Ep. 117- Farmer Giles of Ham
In this episode, we dive into the world of the Little Kingdom, a psuedo-history of England’s heptarchy, and look at the story of Farmer Giles of Ham. From a wandering giant to polite dragon, and all…
Ep. 116- The Seeing Stones (Palantiri)
In this episode, Grant and Jay explore the intriguing history of the Seeing Stones of Gondor and Arnor. Stick around to the end for a brief discussion on why we wouldn’t have seen any Palantir in the…
Ep. 115- Ship-Kings of Gondor
Jay and Grant discuss the Golden Age of Gondor during the reign of the four Ship-Kings. From crazy cat ladies to triumphant victories, this episode covers it all.Check us out on Goodreads:Grant:…
Ep. 114- The Book of Lost Tales Part 2
In Part 2 of this episode, Jay and Grant delve into the intricacies of the narrative of the Book of Lost Tales and its evolution into the Tolkien’s latest legendarium.Check us out on Goodreads:Grant:…
Ep. 113- The Book of Lost Tales Part 1
In Part 1 of this episode, Jay and Grant take on the ambitious topic of Eriol and the Book of Lost Tales, revealing character backgrounds and Tolkien’s earliest writings on his Legendarium.Check us…
Ep. 112- Smith of Wootton Major
Taking a detour from Middle-earth, Jay and Grant discuss Tolkien’s short story ‘Smith of Wootton Major’ and its connections to Faery and the broader motif of the mortal adventurer discovering the…
Ep. 111- Glorfindel of the Golden Flower
In this episode, which coincides with Bilbo’s age at his farewell birthday party, Jay and Grant discuss one of Tolkien’s greatest and most legendary characters: Glorfindel.The Hunt for Gollum looks…
Ep. 110- Eärendil the Mariner
Jay and Grant discuss the legendary Tolkien character Eärendil, all of his history, and his untold adventures written in the early days of Tolkien’s mythopoeia. Enjoy!New documentary follows Lewis…
Ep. 109- Círdan and the Falathrim
In this episode, Jay and Grant discuss everybody’s favorite bearded elf and his crew of sea-loving elves.Check us out on Goodreads:Grant: www.goodreads.com/user/show/175355524-grant-mulderJay:…
Ep. 108 - Don’t Let Your Melian Thingol
In this episode, Jay and Grant delve into the topic of perhaps Middle-earth’s most important power couple and how they influenced things in the First Age, for better or worse.Check us out on…
Ep. 107- The Mysteries of the Frozen North
What’s up with that land to the far north of the Shire, and why are there no good stories that take place there? Join Grant and Jay as they discuss the mysterious of the frozen north of Middle-earth.…
Ep. 106- Who was Elrond?
While you may have heard of and read about this character in many important events across Middle-earth, who exactly was Elrond, and what was his story? Join Grant and Jay as they discuss the history…
Ep.105- History of Hithlum
Join Gorgeous Grant and Jolly Jay as we discuss the history of Hithlum. Misty Mountains? More like the Misty Lands of Yore Lord of the Rings tower to celebrate 90th birthdayCheck us out on…
Ep. 104- The Adventures of Tom Bombadil
In this episode, we cover all of the poems and stories in the mini-adventure that follows Tom Bombadil and other whimsical characters from the imagination of JRR Tolkien.Check us out on…
Ep. 103- All About Angmar
Leaked photos of Rings of Power S3 confirm Long Expected MeetingReturn to Middle Earth With This Upcoming Video GameCheck us out on Goodreads:Grant:…
Ep. 102- Dun, Dun, Dunland
In this lore episode, Grant and Jay discuss the little known histories and tales of Dunland, as well as a possible answer to a Tolkien legend. Curtis Brown Signs ‘Lord of the Rings’ Creator J.R.R.…
Ep. 101- Dwarves in the Early Days
Welcome to Dwarves 101, taught by your professors Jay and Grant. In this lesson: every detail on the dwarves from their creation and throughout the First Age. New Lord Of The Rings Board Game Based…
Ep. 100- The Universe and Our Favorite Stories Within
Welcome to EPISODE 100!!! Join Grant and Jay as they explain the beginning and the end of the Middle-earth Universe, as well as sharing their favorite stories in between. We are so grateful for…
Ep. 99- Lord of the Rings Deep Dive: Book 6 Chapters 8 & 9
Join Grant and Jay in the finale episode of the Return of the King Deep Dive series. In this episode we discuss the ways of the Shire and the Mayor as well as the bittersweet goodbye at the Grey…
Ep. 98- Lord of the Rings Deep Dive: Book 6 Chapters 6 & 7
In this episode, we begin to wrap up the Return of the King Deep Dive series with two easy-going chapters and a lot of fun hypothetical talk. In case you missed it, Jay and Grant are almost at 100…
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