How Pippin Became Known as Prince of the Halflings in Minas Tirith
After his meeting with Denethor, word quickly spreads about Pippin and the local residents get the idea that he is Hobbit royalty and that he was bringing some half-high warriors to aid in the defense, but how exactly did they get this idea? It’s a bit of a funny story.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
30
views
2
comments
How Iluvatar Used Boromir’s Presence in the Fellowship
In the first chapter of the Silmarillion, Eru Iluvatar makes it clear that while Melkor may try to disrupt the music with themes of his own, all will ultimately redound to the glory of Iluvatar. Boromir’s death turns out to be a great example of that.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
61
views
An Extremely Nitpicky Review of “The Fellowship of the Ring,” Pt. 1
Cinemasins was off base with a lot of their criticisms so let’s see what we can really find if we decide to be super finicky with our viewing of Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy...
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
54
views
5 Details in Peter Jackson’s “Fellowship of the Ring” that Only Superfans Notice
For all his faults, Peter Jackson clearly knew the story he was adapting to screen. And superfans know this because they noticed those little details that only a fellow superfan would bother to mention.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
102
views
1
comment
Tolkien Lyrics in Rock Music: Led Zeppelin and Rush
A viewer asked that I discuss Tolkien-inspired lyrics in Led Zeppelin songs, so here I go with some bonus material from Rush!
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
87
views
Writing in Tengwar: Learn How to Use and Customize Tolkien’s Elvish Alphabet
Tolkien’s Elvish script is beautiful, but it might seem hard to learn at first glance. It’s actually quite easy if you just take a closer look, and you can customize it as much as you want!
Here’s my previous videos “translating” some of the Elvish in Lord of the Rings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Tz6PdaQpFo
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
98
views
Pixar’s “Inside Out” and Tolkien’s Nienna on Turning Sorrow to Wisdom
Once again I explore how modern pop culture intersects with Tolkien in surprising, interesting, and insightful ways, this time through the lens of Pixar’s “Inside Out.”
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
84
views
Character Study of Saruman: Tolkien’s Portrait of the Modern Politician
Saruman’s speeches to Gandalf have always struck me as revealing something of Tolkien’s opinion of politicians in modern democratic systems. Sweet-tongued and convincing but willing to sacrifice principle and honesty in pursuit of his goals, he reflects an uncomfortably large number of prominent figures on the modern political scene. Let’s analyze him and see how he matches up.
Not familiar with the background of how Gandalf came to Saruman in the book? Check my recent video comparing the book and movie on this point: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXinRWIi1yw
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://playeur.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
101
views
Lord of the Rings Book v. Movie: The Paths of the Dead and Aragorn at the Pelennor Fields
Last week (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXinRWIi1yw&pp=ygUzbG9yZCBvZiB0aGUgcmluZ3MgYm9vayB2IG1vdmllIGdhbmRhbCBkaXNhcHBlYXJhbmNl) I discussed how the changes to how we experience Gandalf’s disappearance and captivity in Peter Jackson’s Fellowship of the Ring make sense given the limitations of the medium. A viewer commented that the case was rather the opposite with the Paths of the Dead and Aragorn’s appearance in the Corsair ships, so in this video I explore what makes these two examples different.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
146
views
Lord of the Rings Book v. Movie: Gandalf’s Disappearance
Normally my book versus movie videos are about the changes in the actual substance of the story being told, but in this case I want to look at HOW the story is told differently because it shows us how adaptation does actually require changes to a story so it better fits the new medium.
It’s not too late to get a gorgeous Tolkien calendar: https://shop.mythenauswesternis.de/en Make sure to use discount code TOLKIENLOREPOD for 5% off!
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
145
views
1
comment
How a Pirate Publisher Stole Tolkien’s Magnum Opus: The Story of Ace Books’ "Lord of the Rings"
As “The Lord of the Rings” grew in popularity in the U.S., one book publisher took advantage of an odd copyright provision to issue an unauthorized version of the book, and this is the story of what followed.
It’s not too late to get a gorgeous Tolkien calendar: https://shop.mythenauswesternis.de/en Make sure to use discount code TOLKIENLOREPOD for 5% off!
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
96
views
1
comment
The Twelve Days of Christmas Tolkien Style
Merry Christmas, Happy Yule, and Happy New Year!
Want a great 2024 Tolkien themed calendar? Get it here: https://shop.mythenauswesternis.de/en Make sure to use discount code TOLKIENLOREPOD for 5% off!
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
15
views
The Top 4 Mature/Uncomfortable Scenes in Tolkien’s Middle-Earth
People often think of fantasy, and particularly Tolkien’s fantasy, as light, fluffy stuff for kids or immature adults, but in these scenes Tolkien shows us that he can write some serious material that isn’t appropriate for everyone.
Want that cool calendar I showed off? Get it here: https://shop.mythenauswesternis.de/en Make sure to use discount code TOLKIENLOREPOD for 5% off!
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
125
views
2
comments
8 Scenes from Tolkien We REALLY DO Want to See on Screen
Last video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qb2SGOGcnIo&pp=ygU-NyBzY2VuZXMgd291bGQgbG92ZSB0byBzZWUgYnV0IHByb2JhYmx5IHNob3VsZG4ndCB0b2xraWVuIGxvcmU%3D) I talked about scenes that should be really cool if adapted visually, but probably wouldn’t work for one reason or another. This list is about the scenes that have yet to be adapted that actually should be because they’d be AWESOME.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
117
views
7 Scenes from Tolkien We’d Love to See on Screen...But Probably Shouldn’t
Say what you will about visual adaptations of Tolkien, we all would love to see Middle-earth, if we can’t actually visit it. But as amazing at it would be to see Tolkien’s vision brought to life, there are some scenes that are best left as words on a page.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
123
views
1
comment
Unexpected Hospitality in The Lord of the Rings: Gildor and Faramir | Thanksgiving Special
In light of the recent U.S. celebration of Thanksgiving, it seemed fitting to discuss the parallel cases of hospitality offered to Frodo by Gildor and Faramir, which both give Frodo many reasons to be thankful.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
71
views
1
comment
Details in The Fellowship of the Ring that Peter Jackson Absolutely Nailed
I’ve been critical of Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy for almost as long as I’ve had this channel, but I have to give him credit where it’s due—sometimes he completely hits it out of the park on the little things.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
79
views
Faramir, the Ring, and the Nature of Evil in Middle-earth
Some have argued that changing Faramir’s character in the movies so that he falls victim to the Ring initially makes more sense, but this overlooks some key insights about how the Ring really works in Tolkien’s world.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
108
views
4
comments
We Need to Talk About Tribalism in the Tolkien Fandom
Pardon me while I rant about a certain brand of negative comments.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
125
views
4
comments
When Did Arwen Become Mortal? Exploring the Choice of the Half-Elven in Tolkien’s Mythology
Recently I was pondering the end of the Tale of Aragorn and Arwen, which has always bugged me because of Aragorn’s apparent ignorance of Arwen’s mortality. The more I thought about it, though, the more I realized his ignorance actually has a solid basis.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
169
views
4
comments
Peter Jackson Changes to The Lord of the Rings that Make NO Sense, Part 1
I have a love-hate relationship with Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy, with the “hate” half mainly due to changes he made. In this series I’ll explore some of those changes, specifically the ones that render the story somewhat internally incoherent.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
132
views
2
comments
Did Beren Get His Hand Back When He Was Reincarnated With Luthien?
Viewer Gershom ben Avraham posed this question on social media, and while there’s no direct answer to the question that I’m aware of, there are certainly several suggestive pieces of evidence.
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
58
views
4
comments
A Tolkien Theory: Why Couldn’t Morgoth and Sauron Change Bodily Form?
A recent video by TheRedBook on Sauron’s death (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NM5hrpjsoM8&pp=ygUbc2F1cm9uIGRlYXRoIG9mIGEgZGFyayBsb3Jk) reminded me of some pertinent passages in Tolkien’s writings that may help build a more solid theory for why Morgoth and Sauron, after a certain point in their trajectory toward evil, could no longer change their bodily forms, which is why Sauron in The Lord of the Rings had only nine fingers (as I discussed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1XfiLndomE&pp=ygUgd2h5IHNhdXJvbiBvbmx5IGhhZCBuaW5lIGZpbmdlcnM%3D)
The GirlNextGondor video on redemption I referred to is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5-Xc21Kvsc&pp=ygUZZ2lybG5leHRnb25kb3IgcmVkZW1wdGlvbg%3D%3D
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
205
views
Why Was Finduilas So Important to Turin Avoiding His Doom?
In the tragic tale of Turin Turambar, Gwindor, with his dying breath, tells Turin that Finduilas stands between him and his doom and that he must save her. Tragically he never does, but I’ve always questioned Gwindor’s words. Until now.
Need more background on Turin’s story? Check out my Silmarillion Synopsis playlist (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82go3_JE24g&list=PLgdY5RPp2o5NmAPZ7WkFdk4tdcV6aGAyN&pp=gAQBiAQB) and the specific video on Turin Turambar (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UNPNxT9rlA&pp=ygUbc2lsbWFyaWxsaW9uIHN5bm9wc2lzIHR1cmlu)
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
60
views
1
comment
How Bilbo Knew About Gollum’s Grandmother
How would Bilbo, who knew nothing of Gollum’s personal history, know to refer to his grandmother of all people in relation to Gollum sucking eggs? It was probably Gandalf!
Don’t forget to check all the other videos put out for Hobbit Day! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzxLO5Ihf4Fo2t5AjwbMXlI8S0ZkCH_iA&jct=BGiscSJHFxiH9Ex4fMTkCXuDR1nGww
For more on the Hobbit retcon, check out my video on the topic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIbXfJ72j4c&pp=ygUedG9sa2llbiBsb3JlIHRoZSBob2JiaXQgcmV0Y29u
Other Links:
Playeur (formerly Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TolkienLorePodcast/
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-355195
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek
Xero Shoes (affiliate link): https://xeroshoes.com/go/TolkienGeek
Discord server invite link: https://discord.gg/EVKynAj2m9 (If link is expired contact me at tolkienloremaster@gmail.com and I’ll send a fresh invite link).
113
views
1
comment