14. The First Battle of Beleriand

We wrap up the final years of the Trees with the terrible events that befall Feanor's sons, the creation of two very important celestial bodies, and... something else.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://www.patreon.com/lotrlore ...  Show more

With the first rising of the sun comes the awakening of men in Middle Earth. What were they like? How did they interact with the Elves? Where did they settle? We discuss all of this and more.Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https:// ...  Show more

As we resume Chapter 4 of The Hobbit, Bilbo and friends are captured by goblins. Thorin Oakenshield’s name and reputation are known in these parts, and the Great Goblin does not take kindly to his arrival. Gandalf comes to the rescue with his shining Elven-sword, allowing our her ...  Show more

It’s our first ever Prancing Pony Podcast Q&A episode! Alan and Shawn answer live questions from our very special guests, ranging from the fun to the philosophical. Topics include our favorite villains, the surprising similarities between goblins and dwarves, and the importance o ...  Show more

Upon entering the Golden Hall, Gandalf is challenged once again; this time by Wormtongue, the king’s counsellor who may not exactly have Rohan’s best interests in mind. Gandalf puts the worm in its place (before Gimli can dissect it for smack-talking Galadriel) and then leads Thé ...  Show more

Join Alan and Don, as we send Don back (for now, at any rate) to TikTok, where they apparently need their Obscure Lord of the Rings Facts Guy. But before Luke leaves Vader in charge, it’s time to welcome some of our listeners to join us in the common-room for our latest Q&A episo ...  Show more