Join The Tolkien Professor, Dr. Corey Olsen, on a sentence-by-sentence journey through the text of Tolkien's epic fairy story, and explore Middle-earth through the magical game-world of Lord of the Rings Online.
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Session 300: Crossing the Threshold
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It's episode 300 of Exploring the Lord of the Rings! Let's celebrate by actually entering Moria. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 299: The Choice of Master Samwise
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Tonight we return to the Watcher in the Water, whatever it is, and see Sam saving the day, as usual. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 295: Quick to Anger
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What do we learn from Gandalf's attempt to open the door? Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 296: Gandalf Takes the Wrong Approach
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Tonight we finish watching Gandalf take the wrong approach, and we will see the growing evidence of Boromir's frustration. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 298: Passing the Mellon Test
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Tonight we return to Gandalf's laughter-filled interlude in between the Watcher's approach and his attack. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 297: The Ripples and the Answer Draw Near
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Tonight we gaze out across the foul pool, as ominous ripples form and move towards the bank. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 292: Moria Security Protocols
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Tonight we return to the doors of Moria and consider their security protocols. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 293: Memories of Lost Lore
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Tonight, Gandalf initiates the Lost Password Recovery Process for the Doors of Durin. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 294: Quick to Anger
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Tempers flare at the Doors of Durin. Tonight, we look carefully at Boromir's contribution. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 290: Runes And Letters And Cunning Handwriting
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Tonight we look at the description of the moon letters on the gate. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 291: The Subcommittee Comes Through!
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Let's do some metainterpretation of Moria gate! Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 289: The Doors Are Shut
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Tonight we'll watch Gandalf find the doors that are shut, and see yet another nod to The Hobbit. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 288: Sam Speaks Out
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It is time for Master Gamgee to put his foot down. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 285: The Doom of Bill
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Tonight the doom of Bill the Pony is spoken, his departure drawing ever nigh. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 287: Concerning Elves and Dwarves
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It's the seventh anniversary of ExLOTR! Let's celebrate the friendship of dwarves and elves. Special guest: Thomas P. Hillman https://www.kentstateuniversitypress.... Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 286: Tentacular Forebodings
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You ever get that feeling that you get when you are about to be attacked by a tentacular monstrosity? Let's enjoy that together this evening. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 283: The End Of The Road
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The Company approaches the Doors of Moria, and continues to find ominous signs. It's time for Signum University Annual Fundraising campaign. • Signum University's Fall Fundraising ... We are doing weekly drawings for giveaways to celebrate the campaign. You can sign up for the drawing through Google forms. For this week’s Exploring the Lord of the …
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Session 284: Before The Walls
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Let's savor another deliciously alliterative descriptive passage: the Walls of Moria! It's time for Signum University Annual Fundraising campaign. • Signum University's Fall Fundraising ... We are doing weekly drawings for giveaways to celebrate the campaign. You can sign up for the drawing through Google forms. For this week’s Exploring the Lord o…
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Session 282: Ominous Emptiness
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Tonight we discuss the unexpectedly missing river. #SpiritualStreams It's time for Signum University Annual Fundraising campaign. • Signum University's Fall Fundraising ... We are doing weekly drawings for giveaways to celebrate the campaign. You can sign up for the drawing through Google forms. For this week’s Exploring the Lord of the Rings drawi…
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Session 280: Where Wolves?
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On the morning after the battle with the wolves, the full strangeness of the situation is revealed. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 281: The Race Against the Shadow
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Exploring The Lord of the Rings with The Tolkien Professor Tonight we watch as Gandalf shows foresighted leadership and Boromir starts to grumble. Signum University Annual Fundraising campaign has just started. • Signum University's Fall Fundraising: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3FLTIY6plQ&t=0s We are doing weekly drawings for giveaways to cele…
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Session 279: And the Fire Came
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Gandalf explained what the fire should do. This evening, we see the fire's response. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 276: A Fair Warning
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Gandalf begins a pleasant conversation with the Warg Captain, which ends rather abruptly. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 278: GANDALF IS HERE
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Gandalf upgrades from pine cones to trees. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 277: Alliterating Under Pressure
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Tonight we will discuss how the best method of managing acute involves intensive alliteration. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 275: The Children of the Night
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Tonight the wolves close in around the hilltop. And Gandalf answers. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 274: Remembering Their Family History
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As the howls on the wind close in around the hilltop, the hobbits reflect on their history. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 273: Fell Voices on the Air
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Join us as we listed to Gandalf telling Boromir he told him so. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 272: Aragorn's Foretelling
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Let's go back to Aragorn's foretelling, and then return to Aragorn's interruption of a tense moment. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 271: Finding the Right Question
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The Council on the Knees of Caradhras approaches its sudden end, amidst portents and people answering the wrong question. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 270: Mixed Reviews
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The reviews on the Moria Plan are in, and they vary pretty widely. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 269: Gandalf’s Response
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Compare and contrast: Moria and the Dark Tower. Discuss. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 268: Boromir Arguments
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Tonight we return to Boromir's unusually insistent push-back against Gandalf's route suggestion. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 267: A Counter-Suggestion
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It is high time that Boromir had his say at this Council. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 266: A Vague Fear
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The Council Near the Knees of Caradhras continues, and the Vague Fear is revealed! Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 265: The Bad Option
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It is time for the Company to confront their unattractive travel options. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 264: Resuming Deliberations
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Tonight we begin a new chapter! Let's go to Moria! Or, at least, start talking about it. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 263: The Rout
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What are the consequences of the failure at Caradhras? What does it mean? Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 262: Caradhras Abides
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Tonight we think through some of the company's final thoughts about the Caradhras incident. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 261: A Parting Gift from Caradhras
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Tonight, we get to see Caradhras's farewell present. (Hint: It isn't spoons.) Esplora il podcast Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 260: Great Men Need No Spades
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Great men have no spades. Great men need no spades. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 259: Legolas Deploys His Sass
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Having thought some about Legolas's abilities, we need to consider his attitude. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 258: Of Elves and Otters
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In what way, exactly, do you think elves are most like otters? Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 256: Trapped
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The Company has survived the snowstorm, but can they escape Caradhras? Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 257: Winter Banter
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It is time to tackle the snow. With wit and panache! Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 253: Fire And Death
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The choice between fire and death quickly approaches. Boromir can't take it anymore. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 255: Hopeful Signs
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"I'd like to hear more about Boromir, Dad. He was very wise when the Company was stuck in the snow, wasn't he, Dad?" Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 254: Gandalf Is Here
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Gandalf exposes himself on a mountaintop. We need to discuss this. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 251: We Cannot Get Out
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The snow is mounting and the Company is beset. Anxiety is intense. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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Session 252: Increasing Desperation
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It is time for the first and least desperate remedy against the storm. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsPor Mythgard Institute
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