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The Lord of the Rings AMA Podcast

The Lord of the Rings AMA Podcast

by Matthias Austin

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Mailbag Episode! Bilbo's Mithril Coat & A Biography of Legolas Greenleaf

On this week's mailbag episode we talk about two largely mysterious topics: the origins of Bilbo's Mithril Coat and a biography on the Elven representative in the Fellowship Legolas! Both of these topics are much debated, but I think I my logic is pretty sound! Join our Patreon! Our Sponsors: The Ex-Baptist Sister's Podcast and Things You Can Do To submit a question to the show and to find all of my Social Media go to lotramapod.com Segment Stings by Peter Owens & Theme Music by Michael McBride Cover Art by Lauren Ciatti

"Seven Stars and Seven Stones and One White Tree": A Gondor Mailbag Episode

We're cracking open the mailbag this week as we look at two of the primary symbols of Gondor: The White Tree and the Seven Stars! We'll go through the history of the White Tree, tracing it's roots (get it?) back to Telperion, one of the Two Trees of Valinor, plus make a guess at what its fruit looks like, then talk about what the Seven Stars could mean in context of Elendil! Plus, I have a special request in our segment THIS WEEK IN MIDDLE EARTH! Join our Patreon! Our Sponsors: The Ex-Baptist Sister's Podcast and Things You Can Do To submit a question to the show and to find all of my Social Media go to lotramapod.com Segment Stings by Peter Owens & Theme Music by Michael McBride Cover Art by Lauren Ciatti

What is it Like Being a Tolkien Artist? An Interview with Graham Judd

I had the good fortune to interview Graham Judd, the illustrator of The Flora of Middle Earth (a book he worked on with his father Walter Judd). We talk about how Graham developed his artistic style, Tolkien as an artist, the challenges of illustrating plants that don't exist in our world, and the upcoming 2nd edition oh his book! Be sure to check out his website! https://www.gjuddart.com/ Graham's Instagram Join our Patreon! Our Sponsors: The Ex-Baptist Sister's Podcast and Things You Can Do To submit a question to the show and to find all of my Social Media go to lotramapod.com Segment Stings by Peter Owens & Theme Music by Michael McBride Cover Art by Lauren Ciatti

Who are the Haradrim?

They ride into battle on their great Mûmakil, their ships sail from their havens in Umbar, and their cavalry under the banner of the Black Snake wreaks havoc on the fields of the Pelennor. They are the Haradrim, Gondor's oldest and bitterest foes. But who are they, and why did they align themselves with Sauron in the days of his might? Find out all this and more on this week's episode! Join our Patreon! Our Sponsors: The Ex-Baptist Sister's Podcast and Things You Can Do To submit a question to the show and to find all of my Social Media go to lotramapod.com Segment Stings by Peter Owens & Theme Music by Michael McBride Cover Art by Lauren Ciatti

What are the Basics of Balrogs? Plus, a Tolkien mystery solved!

Demons of the Ancient World, Morgoth's fiercest warriors, creatures of Flame and Shadow: They are the Balrogs. But what are they, were did they come from, and most importantly, do they have wings? Find out answers to all these questions and more on this week's episode! Join our Patreon! Our Sponsors: The Ex-Baptist Sister's Podcast and Things You Can Do To submit a question to the show and to find all of my Social Media go to lotramapod.com Segment Stings by Peter Owens & Theme Music by Michael McBride Cover Art by Lauren Ciatti

Mailbag! Thranduil, the Barrowblades, Gildor Inglorion, and an Entish Update!

We're cracking open the mailbag to answer your questions! Questions like: What is Thranduil's History, How Will Colbert's Film Deal with the Barrowblades, Who is Gildor Inglorion, and an Entish Update! I dive into some of Tolkien's most obscure writing to find the answers to these questions, and once again ponder what even is canon in a universe with so much inconsistency! My 15 Minute Video on Ents Join our Patreon! Our Sponsors: The Ex-Baptist Sister's Podcast and Things You Can Do To submit a question to the show and to find all of my Social Media go to lotramapod.com Segment Stings by Peter Owens & Theme Music by Michael McBride Cover Art by Lauren Ciatti

Tell Me All Your Thoughts On God: Who is Eru Ilúvatar?

He is the creator of everything in Middle Earth, the Author of the Story, He whose words brought the world into being. No, I'm not talking about JRR Tolkien, I'm talking about Eru Ilúvatar, the monotheistic God of Arda, who created the Ainur and with them sang the Great Music that brought Eä into existence. Plus, we're revisiting a question from the very first episode of the show! Along the way we dive into the theology of Middle Earth, consult official philosopher of the show Peter to help us with some tricky metaphysics, and get to know the highest of Powers. Join our Patreon! Our Sponsors: The Ex-Baptist Sister's Podcast and Things You Can Do To submit a question to the show and to find all of my Social Media go to lotramapod.com Segment Stings by Peter Owens & Theme Music by Michael McBride Cover Art by Lauren Ciatti

Why is Tolkien Relevant Today? An Interview with Shaun Gunner, CEO of The Tolkien Society

I'm battling a cold this week, so please enjoy this interview I did with Shaun Gunner, the CEO of the largest Tolkien charitable organization in the world! The Tolkien Society Register for Oxonmoot! Join our Patreon! Our Sponsors: The Ex-Baptist Sister's Podcast and Things You Can Do To submit a question to the show and to find all of my Social Media go to lotramapod.com Segment Stings by Peter Owens & Theme Music by Michael McBride Cover Art by Lauren Ciatti

Is Lord of the Rings Sexist? An Interview with Dr. Sara Brown

This week, I turn to Tolkien scholar Dr. Sara Brown to answer a question that critics of Tolkien's works have leveled at the Professor since the Lord of the Rings was first published: Given the relative lack of female characters in his stories, but taking into account their prominence and achievements in the narrative, is it fair to say that Lord of the Rings is sexist? We dive deep into that topic while also spending some time getting Dr. Brown's Hot Takes and Opinions! Plus: Updates on Rings of Power Season 3 from San Diego Comic Con and a new response to our question: Proudfoots or Proudfeet? It's all happening on this week's episode! Signum University Graduate Program Signum University EverLearn Signum Tutorials See Dr. Brown's Presentation at Oxenmoot! Join our Patreon! Our Sponsors: The Ex-Baptist Sister's Podcast and Things You Can Do To submit a question to the show and to find all of my Social Media go to lotramapod.com Segment Stings by Peter Owens & Theme Music by Michael McBride Cover Art by Lauren Ciatti

What is Faramir's History? Plus an Extended News from Arda

As Denethor's least favorite son, Faramir is always playing second fiddle to Boromir, but in the end he takes on his familial rule as Steward. In this week's episode, we dive into his history and look at his future with Eowyn! Plus: We have an extended News from Arda segment as we rebut recent justifications Andy Serkis made in the lack of diversity in his casting for The Hunt for Gollum. Join our Patreon! Our Sponsors: The Ex-Baptist Sister's Podcast and Things You Can Do To submit a question to the show and to find all of my Social Media go to lotramapod.com Segment Stings by Peter Owens & Theme Music by Michael McBride Cover Art by Lauren Ciatti

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