Jonathan, Michael, and Dan go in-depth on The Rings of Power Episode 6, "Udun", and dive into questions like: Is Galadriel allowed to lecture us on humility? Do the Orcs OR the villagers actually have a strategy? Should they have recruited The Three Amigos? Would Arondir give you good psychological advice?
In this episode, we look at the OTHER elves--the ones who never left Middle-earth for Valinor. These elves created the fairest dwelling that has ever been east of the sea, worked with the Dwarves, and shielded themselves from Morgoth.
While the harfoots are nowhere to be found (woohoo!), we do get a LOT of leg from Disa, more insta-travel, and a complete abandonment time as a universal constant.
Jonathan, Michael, and Dan discuss Episode 2 of The Rings of Power and Galadriel's "I'm fine" face, Encino Man and the Harfoots, the made up Morgoth story, and how Elrond ghosted Durin.
Jonathan and Michael dive into a deeper discussion of Episode 1 of The Rings of Power, "A Shadow of the Past". They look at how much of Tolkien's work is in the show, if the show is standing up to the excellence Tolkien's work demands, and where the show channels its inner Michael Scott :).
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The Wisest Elves | Of the Sindar | Episode 13
In this episode, we look at the OTHER elves--the ones who never left Middle-earth for Valinor. These elves created the fairest dwelling that has ever been east of the sea, worked with the Dwarves, and shielded themselves from Morgoth.
The Rings of Power IN-DEPTH : Episode 4 : NO Harfoots! Lots of LEGS!
While the harfoots are nowhere to be found (woohoo!), we do get a LOT of leg from Disa, more insta-travel, and a complete abandonment time as a universal constant.
The Rings of Power : Episode 2 : In-Depth Discussion (where no detail matters)
Jonathan, Michael, and Dan discuss Episode 2 of The Rings of Power and Galadriel's "I'm fine" face, Encino Man and the Harfoots, the made up Morgoth story, and how Elrond ghosted Durin.
The Rings of Power : Episode 1 : In-Depth Discussion (and a Michael Scott moment)
Jonathan and Michael dive into a deeper discussion of Episode 1 of The Rings of Power, "A Shadow of the Past". They look at how much of Tolkien's work is in the show, if the show is standing up to the excellence Tolkien's work demands, and where the show channels its inner Michael Scott :).
Tolkien is Worth Defending : Why The Rings of Power MUST be excellent!
Jonathan, Michael, and Dan discuss why Tolkien is worth defending--and defending ardently. If Tolkien's work is truly excellent, how much excellence should we demand from those sub-creating in his world?
Burn the Ships | Of the Flight of the Noldor | Episode 12
In "Of the Flight of the Noldor", the ill choices of Fëanor are finally brought to bear as we watch the grievous opening to a long and tearful tale.
Morgoth’s Arachnophobia | Of the Darkening of Valinor | Episode 11
This week we dive right in and get deep into Ungoliant, what she does, who she might be, and how even Morgoth fears her.
The Road to Hell | Of the Silmarils | Episode 10
As we dive further into Fēanor's story and the Silmarils, Dan realizes that the road to hell is paved with good intentions.
Fire and Greed | Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor | Episode 9
This week, Jonathan quizzes Dan and Michael on some important numbers, Dan sees similarities between the two big characters, Jonathan realizes Melkor was a nice guy, and Michael takes a deeper look at Fëanor's fire.
Full Trailer for The Rings of Power Released
After years of buildup and 2 teaser trailers, we finally have a full trailer for The Rings of Power.
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