035: Bonus! My Reaction to Rings of Power Teaser 2
My reactions and thoughts about the most recent teaser for Amazon's Rings of Power. In a word: THRILLED! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
15 Jul 20226min
The Kingdom of Númenor | JRR Tolkien’s The Silmarillion | 034
The Kingdom of Númenor, founded by the Valar and gifted to Elros and the faithful men, this kingdom was the pinnacle of bliss, wisdom, and power for mortal men. But they can't outlive death...and they may become jealous of the immortal elves. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
14 Jul 202216min
The End of the First Age | JRR Tolkien’s The Silmarillion | 033
The First Age of Middle-earth comes to a close. The Great Battle between Morgoth and the Valar, the final fate of the three Silmarils, and a little commentary by Samwise Gamgee. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
7 Jul 202212min
Bonus! Reactions to Second Rings of Power Teaser
My reactions to the new teaser released by Amazon for the Rings of Power series. It brought a smile to my face! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
6 Jul 20222min
Bonus! Aragorn the Elfstone | JRR Tolkien’s The Silmarillion | 032
Aragorn is often referred to as Elessar or Elfstone. Not even Bilbo knows why that is important! But you will know, especially as you explore with me the connection of this title to Ëarendil, the great mariner. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2 Jul 20227min
Eärendil the Mariner: Hope and Star | JRR Tolkien’s The Silmarillion | 031
The final tale that will close the First Age of Middle-earth: Ëarendil and his wife Elwing travel to Valinor to plead for Elves and Men; and we see the fulfillment of Ëarendil's grandfather's death-time prophecy: that hope and a new star shall rise. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
30 Jun 202218min
The Fall of Gondolin - Part 2 | JRR Tolkien’s The Silmarillion | 030
The third of Tolkien's "Great Tales": the Fall of Gondolin. We complete the tale: how Gondolin finally fell, Maeglin's betrayal, and an epic duel with a Balrog. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
23 Jun 202210min
The Fall of Gondolin - Part 1 | JRR Tolkien’s The Silmarillion | 029
The third of Tolkien's "Great Tales": the Fall of Gondolin. We share the origins of the tale, its significance in Tolkien's mythology, the wanderings of Tuor son of Huor, and how he eventually comes to Gondolin. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
16 Jun 202213min
