Gimli gives mad props to Legolas for shooting down the — whatever that thing was — while Frodo (who knows exactly what that thing was) deals with some stuff. We also look back at the history of Gondor...
The Fellowship put off their next move for a few days as they float down the Anduin, followed by a curiously Gollum-shaped log. Plus we talk Entwives and Elven bows...
Join us once again as we welcome guest listeners to the common-room for our eleventh unscripted Q&A episode! We answer live questions about Galadriel, the fading of the Eldar, and whether Elrond has Thranduil on his speed dial.
Galadriel says farewell with a few extra-special gifts for the extra-special members of the Fellowship while the others sit back and grumble about their belts and stuff. We also interview James Tauber of the Digital Tolkien Project.
The Fellowship are ready to leave Lothlórien. After an epic picnic on the grass, Celeborn — typical dad — gives directions, and Galadriel gives the Company “personalized” gifts that prove exactly who her favorites are.
Galadriel and Celeborn test the Fellowship once again by kindly inviting them to leave Lothlórien and not let the light plaited screen hit them on the way out. And your hosts get word-nerdy on lembas (warning: this podcast may contain gluten).
Galadriel welcomes Frodo and Sam to come on in and see what’s happening with her Mirror. Sam receives a vision of some devilry at work in the Shire; but the Mirror is dangerous as a guide of deeds...
The Fellowship pass “some days” in Lórien as guests of Galadriel and Celeborn (though not the kind of guests who actually get to see or speak to their hosts), and get plenty of recovery, escape, and consolation from their travels and their grief.
The Fellowship comes to Caras Galadhon — the city of Lothlórien. Celeborn’s welcome is warm at first, but cools when he learns the Company awoke something very warm (and wingless) in Moria. But when the Lady comes to their defense, even Gimli starts...
Alan and Shawn are pleased to welcome John Garth back to the podcast to talk about his upcoming book, The Worlds of J.R.R. Tolkien. It gives us an unprecedented look at the places that inspired Tolkien, from locations close to home in England to...