Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings

By Mythgard Institute

What's Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings about?

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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Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings episodes:

04.12.2024
Session 295: Quick to Anger
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 Rings
04.12.2024
Session 296: Gandalf Takes the Wrong Approach
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 Rings
04.12.2024
Session 297: The Ripples and the Answer Draw Near
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 Rings
04.12.2024
Session 298: Passing the Mellon Test
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 Rings
03.12.2024
Session 292: Moria Security Protocols
Tonight we return to the doors of Moria and consider their security protocols. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
03.12.2024
Session 293: Memories of Lost Lore
Tonight, Gandalf initiates the Lost Password Recovery Process for the Doors of Durin. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
03.12.2024
Session 294: Quick to Anger
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 Rings
02.20.2024
Session 290: Runes And Letters And Cunning Handwriting
Tonight we look at the description of the moon letters on the gate. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
02.20.2024
Session 291: The Subcommittee Comes Through!
Let's do some metainterpretation of Moria gate! Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
02.12.2024
Session 288: Sam Speaks Out
It is time for Master Gamgee to put his foot down. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
02.12.2024
Session 289: The Doors Are Shut
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 Rings
01.04.2024
Session 285: The Doom of Bill
Tonight the doom of Bill the Pony is spoken, his departure drawing ever nigh. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
01.04.2024
Session 286: Tentacular Forebodings
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 Rings
01.04.2024
Session 287: Concerning Elves and Dwarves
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 Rings
12.09.2023
Session 284: Before The Walls
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...
12.09.2023
Session 283: The End Of The Road
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...
11.25.2023
Session 282: Ominous Emptiness
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...
11.11.2023
Session 280: Where Wolves?
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 Rings
11.11.2023
Session 281: The Race Against the Shadow
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...
11.08.2023
Session 276: A Fair Warning
Gandalf begins a pleasant conversation with the Warg Captain, which ends rather abruptly. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
11.08.2023
Session 277: Alliterating Under Pressure
Tonight we will discuss how the best method of managing acute involves intensive alliteration. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
11.08.2023
Session 278: GANDALF IS HERE
Gandalf upgrades from pine cones to trees. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
11.08.2023
Session 279: And the Fire Came
Gandalf explained what the fire should do. This evening, we see the fire's response. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
10.09.2023
Session 275: The Children of the Night
Tonight the wolves close in around the hilltop. And Gandalf answers. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
09.28.2023
Session 274: Remembering Their Family History
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 Rings
09.02.2023
Session 273: Fell Voices on the Air
Join us as we listed to Gandalf telling Boromir he told him so. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
08.25.2023
Session 272: Aragorn's Foretelling
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 Rings
08.25.2023
Session 271: Finding the Right Question
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 Rings
07.29.2023
Session 270: Mixed Reviews
The reviews on the Moria Plan are in, and they vary pretty widely. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
07.29.2023
Session 269: Gandalf’s Response
Compare and contrast: Moria and the Dark Tower. Discuss. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
07.28.2023
Session 268: Boromir Arguments
Tonight we return to Boromir's unusually insistent push-back against Gandalf's route suggestion. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
07.28.2023
Session 267: A Counter-Suggestion
It is high time that Boromir had his say at this Council. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
06.13.2023
Session 266: A Vague Fear
The Council Near the Knees of Caradhras continues, and the Vague Fear is revealed! Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
06.06.2023
Session 265: The Bad Option
It is time for the Company to confront their unattractive travel options. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
06.06.2023
Session 264: Resuming Deliberations
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 Rings
05.24.2023
Session 263: The Rout
What are the consequences of the failure at Caradhras? What does it mean? Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
05.10.2023
Session 262: Caradhras Abides
Tonight we think through some of the company's final thoughts about the Caradhras incident. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
04.28.2023
Session 261: A Parting Gift from Caradhras
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 Rings
04.23.2023
Session 260: Great Men Need No Spades
Great men have no spades. Great men need no spades. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
04.23.2023
Session 259: Legolas Deploys His Sass
Having thought some about Legolas's abilities, we need to consider his attitude. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
04.12.2023
Session 258: Of Elves and Otters
In what way, exactly, do you think elves are most like otters? Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
03.30.2023
Session 256: Trapped
The Company has survived the snowstorm, but can they escape Caradhras? Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
03.30.2023
Session 257: Winter Banter
It is time to tackle the snow. With wit and panache! Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
02.27.2023
Session 255: Hopeful Signs
"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 Rings
02.27.2023
Session 253: Fire And Death
The choice between fire and death quickly approaches. Boromir can't take it anymore. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
02.27.2023
Session 254: Gandalf Is Here
Gandalf exposes himself on a mountaintop. We need to discuss this. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
01.29.2023
Session 251: We Cannot Get Out
The snow is mounting and the Company is beset. Anxiety is intense. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
01.29.2023
Session 252: Increasing Desperation
It is time for the first and least desperate remedy against the storm. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
01.06.2023
Session 248: Concerning the Arm of Sauron
How long has the arm of Sauron actually grown, do we think? Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
01.06.2023
Session 250: The Enemy's Attack
Tolkien equals Bilbo himself today, and ExLOTR turns six! Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings

What's Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings episodes:

Session 295: Quick to Anger

Session 296: Gandalf Takes the Wrong Approach

Session 297: The Ripples and the Answer Draw Near

Session 298: Passing the Mellon Test

Session 292: Moria Security Protocols

Session 293: Memories of Lost Lore

Session 294: Quick to Anger

Session 290: Runes And Letters And Cunning Handwriting

Session 291: The Subcommittee Comes Through!

Session 288: Sam Speaks Out

Session 289: The Doors Are Shut

Session 285: The Doom of Bill

Session 286: Tentacular Forebodings

Session 287: Concerning Elves and Dwarves

Session 284: Before The Walls

Session 283: The End Of The Road

Session 282: Ominous Emptiness

Session 280: Where Wolves?

Session 281: The Race Against the Shadow

Session 276: A Fair Warning

Session 277: Alliterating Under Pressure

Session 278: GANDALF IS HERE

Session 279: And the Fire Came

Session 275: The Children of the Night

Session 274: Remembering Their Family History

Session 273: Fell Voices on the Air

Session 272: Aragorn's Foretelling

Session 271: Finding the Right Question

Session 270: Mixed Reviews

Session 269: Gandalf’s Response

Session 268: Boromir Arguments

Session 267: A Counter-Suggestion

Session 266: A Vague Fear

Session 265: The Bad Option

Session 264: Resuming Deliberations

Session 263: The Rout

Session 262: Caradhras Abides

Session 261: A Parting Gift from Caradhras

Session 260: Great Men Need No Spades

Session 259: Legolas Deploys His Sass

Session 258: Of Elves and Otters

Session 256: Trapped

Session 257: Winter Banter

Session 255: Hopeful Signs

Session 253: Fire And Death

Session 254: Gandalf Is Here

Session 251: We Cannot Get Out

Session 252: Increasing Desperation

Session 248: Concerning the Arm of Sauron

Session 250: The Enemy's Attack