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Welcome to “An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin’ Tolkien”. We are excited to be covering the Rings of Power TV series; we also invite you to join us in an adventure as Ezra and Lane delve deep into Middle Earth. Each fortnight we will gather for a book re-read, show speculation, and much more! So grab your book, a highlighter, cup of coffee, and keep a pocket-handkerchief close at hand. Remember, “Not all those who wander are lost” and we intend to let our imagination wander far and wide. Speak "Friend" and ENTER!!!
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Episode #1 - Many Meetings from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.743555
Welcome to “An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin’ Tolkien”. We invite you to join us on an adventure as Ezra and Lane delve deep into Middle Earth. Each fortnight we will gather for a book re-read, sho...
ListenEpisode #2 - A Long Expected Party from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.738016
Join us as we "disappear" into Chapter I of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring! During this discussion, we'll stop in at the Ivy Bush, fill up the corners at th...
ListenEpisode #3 - The Shadow of the Past from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.734240
The "white spaces" are coming into view as we discuss Chapter II of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring! During this discussion, we'll stop in at the Green Drago...
ListenEpisode #4 - Three is Company from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.688442
Snow-white! Snow-white! O Lady clear! We are overcome by song as we discuss Chapter III of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. We leave Bag End and travel through the Shire. Pippin,...
ListenEpisode #5 - A Short Cut to Mushrooms from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.686091
Ez has an actual encounter with a Black Rider! It's dark and rainy as we discuss Chapter IV of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. Pippin, Frodo, and Sam take a shortcut and end...
ListenInterview w/ Tami Lane: Oscar Award winning prosthetic makeup artist from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.683104
Hey Friends! We have a SPECIAL GUEST with us today! We had an awesome opportunity to interview award-winning prosthetic and make-up artist Tami Lane! Her work can be found in some of our favorit...
ListenEpisode #6 - A Conspiracy Unmasked from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.679914
A Bath, a Brew and a Conspiracy Two! Things get a little more light-hearted as we discuss Chapter V of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. Once at Crickhollow, the hobbits take a ba...
ListenEpisode #7 - The Old Forest from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.676925
So many Willow tree references! A spell of disorientation takes over as we discuss Chapter VI of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. It's under the hedge and into the old forest...
ListenEpisode #8 - In the House of Tom Bombadil from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.667036
Who is Tom Bombadil? The ring takes a backseat as we discuss Chapter VII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The "Master" takes "good" care of our Hobbits! The By...
ListenEpisode #9 - Fog on the Barrow Downs from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.662862
What is a Barrow-wight? You will need your compass as we discuss Chapter VIII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The Barrow-wight is no joke of a character! The Barrow Downs are...
ListenEpisode #10 - The Sign at the Prancing Pony from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.656520
The Hobbits are in Bree! Enjoy some mead, meat, and cheese as we discuss Chapter IX of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. Merry takes off into the night while the others join the &...
ListenEpisode #11 - Strider from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.652674
Who can we trust? The tension continues to build as we discuss Chapter X of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. Frodo and company are back in their room deep in secret conversations...
ListenEpisode #12 - A Knife in the Dark from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.648391
Lots of LORE ahead! Who is Gil-galad? Enjoy the ambient weather sounds as tramp through the wild in Chapter XI of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The ponies are GONE! The town i...
ListenEpisode #13 - Flight to the Ford from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.645041
GLORFINDEL!!!!! Frodo is in bad shape as we discuss Chapter XII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. Bill the pony is in high spirits! He helps the Hobbits and Aragorn pick a path...
ListenEpisode #14 - Many Meetings from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.641376
Welcome to the Last Homely House East of the Sea! We are rested and reacquainted with old friends as we discuss Chapter XIII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. Gandalf ...
ListenEpisode #15 - Council of Elrond Part 1 from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.637576
It's time for Council! It's time to put all the pieces together as we discuss Chapter XIV of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolk...
ListenEpisode #16 - Council of Elrond Part 2 from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.586592
The Council Continued! We continue to put all the pieces together as we discuss Chapter XIV of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien St...
ListenEpisode #17 - The Ring Goes South from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.579554
The snow drifts get higher and higher! Aragorn and Gandalf debate the path ahead as we discuss Chapter XV of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The Bywater Post: please send your &...
ListenEpisode #18 - A Journey in the Dark from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.574464
Sniffing has never been more important as we journey in the dark! Welcome to Moria, please don't toss rocks into old creepy wells as we discuss Chapter XVII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fello...
ListenEpisode #19 - The Bridge of Khazad-dûm from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.571488
"You shall not pass!" Fools are flying as we discuss Chapter XVII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #20 - Lothlórien from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.568712
Introducing Haldir! We are blindfolded as we discuss Chapter XVIII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #21 - The Mirror of Galadriel from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.566422
Namárië, beautiful Arwen! We are emotional at the start but we are ready to discuss Chapter XIX of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkie...
ListenEpisode #22 - Farewell to Lórien from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.563276
Farewell, Farewell! You're in for a treat as we get multilingual during Chapter XX of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. Special thanks to Kalle, Luca, and Jelle for sending us...
ListenEpisode #23 - The Great River from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.560216
This river is not good, but it is GREAT! It is very late and we get into some nail-biting situations during chapter XXI of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. Special thanks to Kall...
ListenEpisode #24 - The Breaking of the Fellowship from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.557156
The Seat of Seeing! Look at how far we have come! Some great energy in this episode as we discuss chapter XXII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring. The Bywater Post: please send y...
ListenEpisode #25 - The Fellowship of the Ring | Book Review from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.552204
Top 5 Takeaways from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring & Top 5 UP Bookclub memories. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #26 - The Fellowship of the Ring | Movie Review from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.546930
What did the film get RIGHT? What did the film get "WRONG"? Check out our book to movie discussion. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #27 - Gazing in Galadriel's Mirror from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.543587
It's time to gaze into Galadriel's Mirror! This week we let our book club members provide us with all the talking points as we take a look back at books 1 & 2 ... Bywater Post: pleas...
ListenEpisode #28 - The Departure of Boromir from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.539485
They found him resting! Boromir's time has come and he has paid a great price as we discuss chapter I of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. Special thanks to everyone who came out to see u...
ListenEpisode #29 - The Riders of Rohan from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.535656
Elendil!!! We are introduced to Éomer, Third Marshal of the Riddermark, and the Riders of Rohan in cha...
ListenEpisode #30 - Uruk-Hai from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.494107
Orcin' for the weekend! Pippin does his best to earn a chapter in ol Bilbo's book as we discuss chapter III of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your ...
ListenEpisode #31 - Treebeard from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.490127
Treebeard is finally here! Pippin and Merry encounter someone they didn't expect as we discuss chapter IV of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolk...
ListenEpisode #32 - The White Rider from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.486191
Who is the White Rider? We are pleasantly surprised by an old friend in chapter V of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #33 - The King of the Golden Hall from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.482282
Láthspell! Théoden gets a make over in chapter VI of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #34 - Helm's Deep from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.478348
Erkenbrand! We head to Helm's Deep in chapter VII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #35 - The Road to Isengard from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.474958
Old Toby! We head to Isengard with Gandalf & company in chapter VIII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #36 - Flotsam and Jetsam from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.471189
The Flooding of Isengard! Merry and Pippin show off their story-telling skills in chapter IX of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stor...
ListenEpisode #37 - The Voice of Saruman from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.467840
Your staff is broken! Gandalf says farewell to Saruman in chapter X of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #38 - The Palantír from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.464147
The itch! Special "Holiday Eggs" at the end of our discussion of chapter XI of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" ...
ListenHappy Holidays | Book One Compilation from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.460548
Happy Holidays! Enjoy our book one audio clip compilation ...
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An Unexpected Podcast Anniversary Episode from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.456290
Hello Friends! It's our 111th birthday minus 110 years! Thanks for all the support. We love you!
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Episode #39 - The Taming of Sméagol from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.452311
Rope to the Rescue! Sméagol plays 'nice' with Frodo and Sam during chapter XII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories...
ListenEpisode #40 - The Passage of the Marshes from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.448216
Dead Marshes! Sméagol leads Frodo and Sam through the marshes during chapter XIII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to...
ListenEpisode #41 - The Black Gate is Closed from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.443973
Take a seat! Frodo must decide whether to continue on up to the Black Gate or take another way during chapter XIV of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send y...
ListenEpisode #42 - Of Herbs and Stewed Rabbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.439714
The Mother of all episodes! We have a special guest who is here to help us navigate through the herbs during chapter XV of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please ...
ListenEpisode #43 - The Window on the West PART 1 from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.390528
Faramir is HERE! We have a special guest who is here to help us understand the significance of Faramir during chapter XV of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please...
ListenEpisode #44 - The Window on the West PART 2 from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.386390
Faramir is BACK! Okay he never left! Curt Jones is here to help us understand the significance of Faramir during chapter XV of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: ple...
ListenEpisode #45 - The Forbidden Pool from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.380281
The Pool is Forbidden ... like seriously ... you're not allowed in! Frodo and Faramir get even closer during chapter XVIII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: ...
ListenInterview w/ Shane Rangi | New Zealand actor from Ngati Porou from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.373288
Shane Rangi is our SPECIAL GUEST! He's just a little Maori Boy from the East Coast. We had a wonderful time talking with Shane about his experience during LOTR, Narnia, and other films. Go f...
ListenEpisode #46 - Journey to the Crossroads from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.366808
What happened ... "We don't know"?!?! Frodo, Sam, and Gollum head for the crossroads in chapter XVIII of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "...
ListenEpisode #47 - The Stairs of Cirith Ungol from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.361286
They're back!!! The "black riders" almost get a sniff of Frodo, Sam, and Gollum in chapter XIX of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien...
ListenEpisode #48 - Shelob's Lair from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.352353
Shelob!!! Will Frodo and Sam survive Shelob's Lair in chapter XX of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #49 - The Choices of Master Samwise from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.298347
Choices! How do we know which one is the right choice?!!! Sam struggles to answer that question and more in chapter XXI of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Two Towers. The Bywater Post: please send your...
ListenEpisode #50 - A Love of Language | Bonus Episode from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.290153
Special Guest!!! This week we are discussing Tolkien's love of language! The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #51 - Peekin'in the Palantir | Bonus Episode from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.283174
Favorite Moments!!! Join us as we take a look back at some of our favorite moments from Two Towers! The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #52 - Tolkien w/ UPERS | Bonus Episode from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.277721
Tolkien!!! Join us as we discuss the bio pic "Tolkien" starring Nicholas Hoult and Lily Collins! The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #53 - Minas Tirith from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.268282
Boromir is here!!! Join us as we discuss Minas Tirith! PLEASE PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION AT 1 hour 30 minutes and 1 hour 48 minutes (SOOOO EPIC). After the third hour of straight podcasting Ez starts...
ListenEpisode #54 - The Passing of the Grey Company from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.264922
This is a MUST LISTEN!!! Probably one of the best chapters in LOTR! Stay tuned for the Brodo Swaggins' rap at the end. Aragon has several epic moments during this chapter so you know Lane wa...
ListenEpisode #55 - The Muster of Rohan from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.260939
Where is the Mustard?!!! Will Merry be left out? ENJOY!!! The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to anunexpectedpo...
ListenEpisode #56 - The Siege of Gondor from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.255774
SPECIAL Guests - David and Kevin!!! We are under a siege of heat but we had a lot of fun recording this episode!!! The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #57 - The Ride of the Rohirrim from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.250172
Ride now!!! The city is under attack but we are on the way!!! The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to anunexpect...
ListenEpisode #58 - The Battle of the Pelennor Fields from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.243821
"I am no man"!!! The Witch-King has met his match!!! The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to anunexpecte...
ListenEpisode #59 - The Pyre of Denethor from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.240095
Special Guest - Nathan Mueller!!! Denethor started the fire! The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to anunexpecte...
ListenLEP'19 - Part 1 from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.235085
Long Expected Party '19 was a night to remember!!! Take a listen to the recording from the Unfinished Unexpected Studio ... more to come later this week!
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ListenLEP'19 - Part 2 from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.191464
Long Expected Party '19 was a night to remember!!! Take a listen to the recording from the Unfinished Unexpected Studio ... special shoutout to Chase, Michelle, Phil, Ally, Jenn, Je...
ListenLEP'19 - Part 3 from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.188011
Long Expected Party '19 was a night to remember!!! Take a listen to the recording beside the fire ... special shoutout to Erica Barnes for carrying the conversation! Next time, the Shire Rat...
ListenEpisode 60 - The Houses of Healing from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.180143
Special Guest - Erica Barnes & Suzi Millhouse!!! Healing hands .... The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to ...
ListenEpisode #61 - The Last Debate from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.175965
Who's the lightweight drinker?!?! The Brewmaster is in the house! The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to an...
ListenEpisode #62 - The Black Gate Opens from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.172786
The Mouth of Sauron is met with noble silence! Happy Holidays! 'For Frodo!" The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #63 - The Tower of Cirith Ungol from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.169717
SPECIAL GUEST! Luke Smith joins us as we discuss the events at Cirith Ungol. 'Ezra and the Smiths' will be on tour soon ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to <...
ListenAn Unexpected Podcast | Anniversary Episode (Year 2) from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.166646
Friendship ~ SPECIAL GUEST Jeremy Strayer and Joel Smith! Listen in as we discuss Friendship, Tolkien, and 2019 ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
The Rohirrim Gathering II from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.163301
The Ride of the Rohirrim! We had an awesome time down in Azle, TX. Listen in as we discuss what a wonderful time we had! ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #64 - The Land of Shadow from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.159198
Lots of Energy! We are excited about the future! Obviously, our hobbits are in a dire situation so we try to match their energy level! By the end of the episode, it'll make sense. ~The Bywat...
ListenEpisode #65 - Mount Doom from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.156208
Mount Doom, here we go! We are glad you're with us! There's no time for foolery ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #66 - Field of Cormallen from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.153283
The Eagles are coming! Praise them with great praise! ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to anunexpectedpod@g...
ListenEpisode #67 - The Steward and the King | Part I from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.150626
The Lady and the Steward! This is part 1 of The Steward and The King ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to an...
ListenEpisode #68 - The Steward and the King | Part II from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.147178
The Hobbits and the King! This is part 2 of The Steward and The King ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to an...
ListenHobbits don't wear em from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.143718
A tribute to Odo Proudfoot! ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to anunexpectedpod@gmail.com We will read ...
ListenEpisode #69 - Many Partings from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.140192
The Fellowship is now parting. These heroes deserve a good rest! We hope that you all are doing well and staying safe ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to Listen
Episode #70 - Homeward Bound from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.136182
It's time to head home. We make a quick stop at the Prancing Pony ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to a...
ListenEpisode #71 - The Scouring of the Shire from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.091808
It's time to stage a comeback and find our Rosie! ~The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to anunexpectedpod@g...
ListenEpisode #72 - The Grey Havens from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.088906
"He lived happily ever after to the end of his days!" ~ The Bywater Post: please send your "Tolkien Stories" to anunexpe...
ListenServants of the Secret Fire | LEP'4 Announcement&Patreon Update from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.086160
"We're back!" ~ It's time to dive into the Hobbit! But before we do, we have a bit of business to discuss. Episode #73 - An Unexpected Party | The Hobbit will be out tom...
ListenEpisode #73 - An Unexpected Party | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.083134
"Far over the Misty Mountains!" ~ It's time to dive into the Hobbit! What is a hobbit? Take a listen as we tell you all about them! We are excited to have you along for another a...
ListenEpisode #74 - Roast Mutton | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.080161
"Mutton, what's up with you?!" ~ We move from Hobbits to Trolls as we dive into The Hobbit Chapter 2 Roast Mutton? Take a listen as we tell you all about them! We are ex...
ListenEpisode #75 - A Short Rest | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.076380
Elves are silly?!?! How much rest can one actually get in Rivendell? ~ We move from Trolls to Elves as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 3 A Short Rest! Take a listen as we tell you all ...
ListenEpisode #76 - Over Hill and Under Hill | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.073388
SPECIAL Guest!!! "Foehammer" is in the house ... Please welcome Matthew Brady from Bend the Knee! ~ We move from Elves to Goblins as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 4 - Ove...
ListenEpisode #77 - Riddles in the Dark | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.069098
SPECIAL Guest!!! The man with the "Golden Voice" ~ David Fogle is here to help us answer a few riddles! ~ We move from Goblins to Gollum as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 5 - Riddl...
ListenEpisode #78 - Out of the Frying-Pan into the Fire | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.057458
Happy Holidays! We are getting out of the Frying-Pan and into the Fire!! ~ We move from Gollum to Eagles as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 6 - Out of the Frying-Pan into the Fire!
Episode #79 - Queer Lodgings | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.049640
Happy Holidays! The Lodgings may be queer but the chestnuts are still roasting on an open fire!! ~ We move from Eagles to Were-bears as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 7 - Queer Lodgings! Listen
Happy New Year | Happy Birthday Professor Tolkien - Year 3 Anniversary from 2023-12-13T17:05:26.043850
Happy New Year & Happy Birthday to our dearest Professor JRR Tolkien! It also just so happens to be our 3 year anniversary! Thank you for all the support ... we love you!
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ListenEpisode #80 - Flies and Spiders | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.999324
Baaaack! Flies, Spiders, and Bombur!! ~ We move from Were-bears to black squirrels as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 8 - Flies and Spiders! We are excited to have you along for an...
ListenEpisode #81 - Barrels Out of Bond | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.994414
What would they have done without Bilbo?! ~ We move from black squirrels to wooden barrels as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 9 - Barrels Out of Bond! We are excited to have you al...
ListenEpisode #82 - A Warm Welcome | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.988229
Laketown is actually on the lake! ~ We move from wooden barrels to warm welcomes as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 10 - A Warm Welcome! We are excited to have you...
ListenEpisode #83 - On the Doorstep Pt. 1 | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.976292
How many Dwarves does it take to find a magical key hole?! ~ We move from warm welcomes to magical keyholes as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 11 - On the Doorstep! We are excited to have you a...
ListenEpisode #84 - On the Doorstep Pt. 2 | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.971024
Is Bilbo the Dennis Rodman of Thorin's Company?! ~ We move from warm welcomes to magical keyholes as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 11 - On the Doorstep! We are excited to have y...
ListenEpisode #85 - Inside Information Pt. 1 | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.961741
Who's going in first?! ~ We move from magical keyholes to fire breathing worms as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 12 - Inside Information! We are excited to have you along for another adven...
ListenEpisode #86 - Inside Information Pt. 2 | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.955113
Smaug had the original Goblet of Fire?! ~ We move from magical keyholes to fire breathing worms as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 12 - Inside Information! We are excited to have you along for ...
ListenEpisode #87 - Not at Home | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.949767
SPECIAL GUEST - Curt Jones is not at home anymore! ~ We move from fire breathing worms to the Arkenstone as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 13 - Not at Home! We are excited to have you along fo...
ListenEpisode #88 - Fire and Water | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.944753
SPECIAL GUEST - Mike Boromir Charles is in the house! ~ We move from the Arkenstone to Green Dragon theories as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 14 - Fire and Water! We are excited to have you a...
ListenLord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.938580
SPECIAL GUEST - Jim Nichols is in the house! ~ This week we take a break from the Hobbit to talk about the upcoming Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim animated movie! Ez also gets some s...
ListenEpisode #89 - The Gathering of the Clouds | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.894445
SPECIAL GUEST - Biljo Baggins (Joe Lewis) is in the house! ~ We move from the Green Dragon theories to old talking Ravens as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 15 - The Gathering of the Clouds! We...
ListenEpisode #90 - A Thief in the Night | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.876873
Let's dive right in! ~ We move from gathering clouds to thieves as we tromp into The Hobbit Chapter 16 - A Thief in the Night! We are excited to have you along for another adventure!!! Don&#...
ListenThe Rings of Power | NEW PROMOTIONAL POSTERS | The Lord of the Rings from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.865736
NEW Images - THE RINGS OF POWER - SPECIAL GUESTS - we have assembled a few members from the Council to chat about The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power promotional posters! ~ If you have tho...
ListenEpisode #91 - The Clouds Burst | The Hobbit | Rings of Power TRAILER DISCUSSION from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.856470
Rosie is HERE! ~ The Clouds are bursting in The Hobbit Chapter 17 ~ We also have Lottie and Cameron on for The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power Teaser Trailer! We are excited to have you along ...
ListenEpisode #92 - The Return Journey: PART 1 | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.850929
On location at Paragraphs Bookstore in Mount Vernon, Ohio! ~ Lane & Ez make "The Return Journey" back to their home town to chat about the Hobbit in their f...
ListenEpisode #93 - The Return Journey: PART 2 | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.844469
We are back at Paragraphs Bookstore in Mount Vernon, Ohio! It's time to finish uP PART 2 of The Return Journey ~ Lane & Ez make "The Return Journey" bac...
ListenEpisode 94 - The Last Stage | The Hobbit from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.795016
It's time to wrap of the final chapter of "The Hobbit". The Flannel Wizard & Rosie are back! We have a special guest appearance right before we start the chapter. Join us for The...
ListenEpisode #95 - The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey | Movie Review PART 1 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.786171
Thank you to everyone that popped into our REWATCH LIVE STREAM! The Flannel Wizard & Rosie are diving into An Unexpected Journey and we have an unexpected film theory!!! ~We are excited to ...
ListenEpisode #96 - The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey | Movie Review PART 2 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.781180
The Second Age is looking cool! The Flannel Wizard & Rosie are diving into An Unexpected Journey PART 2 and we have some NEWS on the Rings of Power Show!!! ~We are excited to have you along...
ListenEpisode #97 - The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug | Movie Review PART 1 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.777243
It's time to check with the Smiths back down in the SHIRE! We've got words of wisedom and cute voices (what more could you ask for?). Butterbur, Goldberry, The Flannel Wizard & Rosie...
ListenEpisode #98 - The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug | Movie Review PART 2 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.774560
The Flannel Wizard & Rosie are diving into The Desolation of Smaug PART 2 ~ We are excited to have you along for another adventure!!! Don't forget your pocket handkerchief ~
Sara...
ListenEpisode #99 - The Hobbit: The Battle of Five Armies | Movie Review from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.771159
We've had quite the adventure the last few weeks! We were excited to watch this film and record this episode! We've had no internet (not even sure if this is going to upload) so we haven...
ListenEpisode #100 - The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring | Movie Review from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.767753
Hope you enjoyed the intro ;) and be sure to keep listening for our special segment: Sitting in the Shadows with Strider! We are back from our vacation and happy to share our thoughts on the fel...
ListenEpisode #101 - The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power NEW Trailer Ketchup! from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.763964
Lots of "Man Flesh" uP in here ;) We are super pumped to be talking about the New Rings of Power Trailer. There is so much to ketchup on ... Blue Wizard Meteor Man, Ent Wives, & Saur...
ListenEpisode #102 - The Rings of Power introduces Saruman! Peter Jackson Ghosted? from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.760417
We have a major Saruman discussion, Blue Wizards, Glorfindel, Tom Bombadil and so much more ;) We are super pumped to be talking about the New Rings of Power Trailer and all of the Rings of Powe...
ListenEpisode #103 - The Hobbit Hotline | 740-263-7473 | Rings of Power from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.756476
The Hobbit Hotline will be OPEN and it will be HOT ;) We have the schedule listed below. If you've got thoughts or predictions get them in NOW! We are excited to have you along for another a...
ListenEpisode #104 - Rings of Power Sound Track by Bear McCreary from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.752575
Lots and lots of Middle Earth Music to discuss! The Rings of Power sound track blew us away. Next week, Lane, Ez, & the Circle will be reviewing/ reacting to Rings of Power Season 1 Episode ...
ListenEpisode #105 - Rings of Power Episodes 1&2 are STRAIGHT MASTERPIECES from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.748709
Season 1 Episode 1 & 2 of Rings of Power was AMAZING!!!! The Rings o Power is going to win all sorts of awards. Mike, Biljo, Rebecca, & Cam are here to discuss the first episode of the R...
ListenEpisode #106 - THE HOBBIT HOTLINE for Rings of Power Episodes 1&2 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.745310
Taking your calls on Season 1 Episode 1 & 2 of the Rings of Power series! It's time to take your calls ... the phone is ringing off the hook. We will be back with the reaction episode th...
ListenEpisode #107 - Rings of Power Episode 3 | Númenor w/ Elendil&Isildur from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.741511
Special Guest: Tara & Jason are here to talk about Episode 3 of the Rings of Power series! What is going on with Halbrand? Connections to Gandalf through Nori! Arondir is stealing our hearts...
ListenEpisode #108 - THE HOBBIT HOTLINE for Rings of Power Episodes 3 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.691178
We have a SPECIAL SPECIAL GUEST at the end ... listen til the end people ;) ... Have you heard of Ontamo? Halbrand, who is he? Who was he? Who will he be? Don't forget to share your thoughts...
ListenEpisode #109 - Rings of Power Episode 4 | The Great Wave of Fathers from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.683397
Special Guest: Macey, David, & Curt are here to talk about Episode 4 of the Rings of Power series! Who is Adar? Why is his face so burned? What secret is Elrond keeping from Durin?! Arondir ...
ListenInterview w/ Anthony Crum as"Ontamo"from Rings of Power from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.672748
Special Guest: Anthony Crum who plays Ontamo in the Rings of Power series! Numenor is in the house! Would you have answered Queen Miriel's call to service? We know Anthony did! And after lis...
ListenEpisode #110 - THE HOBBIT HOTLINE for Rings of Power Episodes 4 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.666435
Who the heck is Adar? Halbrand for Sauron in 2022! Don't forget to share your thoughts with us on the Hobbit Hotline. We have the schedule listed below. This is your chance to be on the show...
ListenEpisode #111 - Rings of Power Episode 5 | Many Partings&Apologies from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.658931
Special Guest: Todd, Nicole, & Amanda are here to talk about Episode 5 of the Rings of Power series! Who else has a great thumb? Do the Orcs wear sunscreen? Who else loves During?! Is Ontamo...
ListenEpisode #112 - Rings of Power Episode 6 | Major Sauron Theory involving Gil-galad from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.584427
Special Guest: Jake and Jim are here to talk about Episode 6 of the Rings of Power series! We have a MAJOR Sauron theory!!! We also have an epic chat with the composer Jared Lane! Rings of...
ListenEpisode #113 - THE HOBBIT HOTLINE for Rings of Power Episodes 6 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.581354
The regulars are back with one new addition!!! Episode 6 of the Rings of Power series! We have a continued MAJOR Sauron theory development!!! The hotline was wild ~ Thanks for calling in and int...
ListenEpisode #113 - Rings of Power Episode 7 | Powers Beyond Darkness from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.578756
Lane & Ez share their thoughts on Episode 7 of the Rings of Power series!
Don't forget to share your thoughts with us on the Hobbit Hotline. We have the schedule listed below. Thi...
ListenEpisode #114 - THE HOBBIT HOTLINE for Rings of Power Episodes 7 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.575764
Uppers call in with their thoughts about the show ... from the 'ashes' the reception isn't great but the conception of new thoughts is? Who even reads this part ... why am I even typ...
ListenEpisode #115 - Rings of Power Episode 8 | Alloyed against Evil from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.572737
We are LIVE in the SHIRE for the Rings of Power Finale! Hobbits gathered, ate Potatoes, and watched the epic season finale of the Rings of Power. Listen in as we gather around the fire to discus...
ListenEpisode #116 - THE HOBBIT HOTLINE for Rings of Power Episodes 8 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.569237
Uppers call in with their thoughts about the show ... from the 'ashes' the reception isn't great but the conception of new thoughts is? Who even reads this part ... why am I even typ...
ListenA Hobbit's Guide H.O.M.E. - Chapter 1: Beren and Luthien from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.564831
Welcome to the first chapter of A Hobbit's Guide to the History of Middle Earth (HOME). We decided to start with Of Beren and Luthien! Might...
ListenEpisode #117 - Rings of Power Season 1 Review | The Newbie Perspective from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.562556
From the Northfarthing with updates, giveaways, season 1 thoughts, and the Sillymarillion! Rosie is here to share her thoughts on Rings of Power. Listen in as we discuss the Rings of Power from ...
Listen5 YEARS of An Unexpected Podcast: Up Talkin'Tolkien | Anniversary Episode from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.559105
We've been in the Shire recording for over 5 years! We take some of your questions and answer them here and reflect on the journey so far. Thanks for all the support over the years! Here'...
ListenEpisode #118 - The Rings of Power | Missed Opportunities&More from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.555583
In the Shire, around the kid's table, talking about Rings that have power! Lane and Ez share their thoughts on what they liked and what they didn't like. Listen in as we discuss the Ring...
ListenEpisode #119 - The Silmarillion: Ainulindalë PART 1 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.553213
It is time for the SiLLYmarillion! Ez and Lane sing their way through PART 1 of the Ainulindalë ... If you have thoughts be sure to send us a message on Instagram or Facebook!
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ListenNew Lord of the Rings movies coming from New Line Cinema and Warner Brothers from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.543850
Warner Bros. Discovery will be working on “multiple Lord of the Rings movies” with the production company behind the original film trilogy, New Line Cinema. The deal was announced by Wa...
ListenAn Unexpected Trivia Game Night | Lord of the Rings Trivia from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.540814
Dave Downing hosts a trivia match for the ages! Join us in the Shire, Ez & Lane sweat it out as Dave grills them with Lord of the Rings Trivia questions ... Listen to find out who is in the ...
ListenEpisode #120 - The Silmarillion: Ainulindalë PART 2 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.537381
Finishing the creation story .... yep ... Lane and Ez creation lol! PART 2 of the Ainulindalë ... If you have thoughts be sure to send us a message on Instagram or Facebook! We go deeeeep into t...
ListenConcerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 1 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.487603
Welcome to our TV adaptation called Concerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 1 ~ We’ll be adapting this audio into a future video that will showcase our vision for a TV ...
ListenBTS Concerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 1 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.483165
Ez goes one on one with Blain Smith about Season 1 of Concerning Hobbits! Welcome to our TV adaptation called Concerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 1 ~ We’ll be adapting this au...
ListenThe Night Breeze - Ep 1 - Lord of the Rings Lego Sets from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.479836
Lane & Ez sniff the Night Breeze and discuss your questions from the MAILBAG!!! If you'd like an episode dedicated to you, then send us a DM on Instagram @uptalkintolkien ~ Grab your pip...
ListenThe Night Breeze - Ep 2 - Traveling with Lord of the Rings (Book or Movie) from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.475729
Lane & Ez sniff the Night Breeze and discuss your questions from the MAILBAG!!! If you'd like an episode dedicated to you, then send us a DM on Instagram @uptalkintolkien ~ Grab your pip...
ListenMoments in Middle Earth - Ep 1 - To Sleep or Not to Sleep? from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.473067
The Two Towers: The Riders of Rohan — Aragorn is the ill chooser! The Night Breeze has our back! Rohirrim...
ListenMoments in Middle Earth - Ep 2 - The Trek to New Zealand from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.468147
Jake the Warhammer fills us in on his recent Moment(s) in Middle Earth — Jake is a long time listener & friend of the podcast ~ You've heard him on the Hobbit Hotline! He recently retur...
ListenThe Night Breeze - Ep 3 - Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.459591
Who would Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce be in Middle Earth? Arwen & Aragorn? Tom and Goldberry? Lane & Ez sniff the Night Breeze and discuss your questions from the MAILBAG!!! If you...
ListenThe Night Breeze - Ep 4 - Frodo Baggins'Workout Routine from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.451473
Lane & Ez sniff the Night Breeze and discuss your questions from the MAILBAG!!! If you'd like an episode dedicated to you, then send us a DM on Instagram @uptalkintolkien ~ Grab your pip...
ListenThe Night Breeze - Ep 5 - An ideal day in Middle Earth from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.444867
Thank you Mrs. Smith! Lane & Ez sniff the Night Breeze and discuss your questions from the MAILBAG!!! If you'd like an episode dedicated to you, then send us a DM on Instagram @uptalkint...
ListenMoments in Middle Earth - Ep 3 - Gandalf's Council from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.435416
We are back with another Moment in Middle Earth! This time we listen in to the wise council of Gandalf the Gray!
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Concerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 2: Part 1 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.389848
Welcome to our TV adaptation called Concerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 2: Part 1 ~ We’ll be adapting this audio into a future video that will showcase our vision for a TV ser...
ListenConcerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 2: Part 2 from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.373522
Welcome to our TV adaptation called Concerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 2: Part 2 ~ We’ll be adapting this audio into a future video that will showcase our vision for a TV ser...
ListenOne Lane to Rule them ALL - Podcast Updates&MORE from 2023-12-13T17:05:25.365388
The one Lane road goes on and on and on and on .... lol! Anniversary episode coming this SATURDAY December 9th around 7p.m. ~ Feel free to call in and chat with us! Share your favorite memory or...
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