Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings
Alle afleveringen
388 afleveringen, van nieuw naar oud
-
Session 236: Ominous Mysteries
16 september 2022 · 1 uur 35 min
Tonight we look at the first of several ominous and mysterious warnings we hear about in Hollin.
-
Session 237: Pack(s) of Crows
16 september 2022 · 1 uur 59 min
Sam and Strider spot a suspicious sight.
-
Session 235: Strider Apart
24 augustus 2022 · 1 uur 46 min
Tonight we watch as Strider protects the Company by stalwartly preventing fun.
-
Session 234: Looking Ahead Part 2
6 augustus 2022 · 1 uur 24 min
Legolas speaks to the trees, but the rocks aren't interested.
-
Session 233: Looking Ahead
6 augustus 2022 · 2 uur 2 min
07/19/2022 ELOTR: EPISODE 233 Lees meer
Announcements: The Tolkien Professor will be a guest at the SDCC panel on the Amazon series: The Rings of Power. Check available listings for con schedules and media releases. Registration for Buckeyemoot in person has expired but you can still go to https://signumuniversity.org/event/ for details on how to attend BuckeyeMoot virtually on MootHub.
IN WHICH: We discuss Gimli, son of Gloin a dwarf of honor, and the Misty Mountains that lie ahead.
Field Trip: Yondershire Long Cleeve
-
Session 232: Return to Moria
13 juli 2022 · 1 uur 55 min
07/05/2022 ELOTR: EPISODE 232 Lees meer
Announcements: Buckeye Moot will close registration on 07/16, so if you’re planning to attend on 07/30, get your badges and hybrid keys soon! Check https://signumuniversity.org/event/ for details on how to attend live and virtually on MootHub. Also, Professor Olsen has confirmed an upcoming book! Exploring Lord of the Rings Volume 1 (covering Book 1: a Long-Expected Party to Flight to the Ford) will be published through Signum Press here: https://press.signumuniversity.org/. More details as they arise.
IN WHICH: Gimli introduces the company to the peaks and we hear some secret Dwarven names.
Field Trip: Yondershire Gammich
-
Session 231: Approaching Legends
6 juli 2022 · 1 uur 40 min
Tonight we get Gandalf's first official Pippin moment, followed by Gimli's first big speech!
-
Session 229: The Third Road Trip
15 juni 2022 · 1 uur 52 min
What is the hobbit view of this new road trip? How does it differ from the other two?
-
Session 230: A Wilderness Frontier
15 juni 2022 · 1 uur 36 min
We emerge from a long trudge conveyed in few paragraphs to the borders of a new land. What does Tolkien convey about it, and how?
-
Session 228: On The Road Again
1 juni 2022 · 1 uur 30 min
ELOTR: EPISODE 228 Lees meer
Announcements: This years Mythmoot will be at the Dulles Airport Marriot. There is a cap on attendance and a deadline, so please register before June 9th. Check https://signumuniversity.org/event/ for details.
IN WHICH: We see our first glimpses outside of Rivendell and discuss the “ticking clock” trope and the importance of the fellowship’s lineup.
Field Trip: Angle of Mitheithel, Fernbrake Cot
-
Session 226: Free or Bound?
23 mei 2022 · 1 uur 51 min
Tonight we get to the battle of aphorisms between Elrond and Gimli! Free agency? Oaths? What's the best course?
-
Session 227: Departing Rivendell
23 mei 2022 · 1 uur 36 min
Tonight we depart Rivendell at last. For real! Probably.
-
Session 225: The Counsel of the Wisest of Loremasters
23 april 2022 · 1 uur 50 min
ELOTR Episode 225 Lees meer
Announcements: If you are among our listeners who play Lord of the Rings Online, then you don’t want to miss their 15 year anniversary. With a plethora of presents and freebies, there’s too much to post here so check out https://www.lotro.com/news/lotro-15th... for more info. Also, planning is going ahead for more regional moots and Mythmoots. Check https://signumuniversity.org/event/ for details.
IN WHICH: Elrond leaves his final words of wisdom with the departing company.
Field Trip: Angle of Mitheithel, Thelgarth
-
Session 224: Preparing for the Road Ahead
15 april 2022 · 1 uur 37 min
Leaving on a journey with a sinking feeling you have forgotten something. I feel you, Sam.
-
Session 222: Waiting on the Doorstep
3 april 2022 · 1 uur 50 min
03/22/2022 ELOTR Episode 222 Lees meer
Announcements: Announcements: Texmoot is coming up on the 26th of March; Sunshine Moot is April 2nd. Tickets available for in person and online attendance! See https://signumuniversity.org/event/ for more details!
There are 10 modules for the April course of the Signum S.P.A.C.E. program. Tokens make great gifts and they are good forever! See for more info on our April course. http://signumuniversity.org/space
IN WHICH: We discuss Aragorn’s secret contemplations and the nighttime departure of the fellowship.
Field Trip: Angle of Mitheithel, Gaerond
-
Session 223: Sam's Outlook
3 april 2022 · 1 uur 45 min
03/29/2022 ELOTR Episode 223 Lees meer
Announcements: Sunshine Moot is April 2nd in Orlando. Tickets available for in person and online attendance! See https://signumuniversity.org/event/ for more details!
There are 10 modules for the April course of the Signum S.P.A.C.E. program. Tokens make great gifts and they are good forever! See for more info on our April course. http://signumuniversity.org/space
IN WHICH: We discuss Sam’s dour admonishment of Bill and how it connects to his own worries and fading enthusiasm.
Field Trip: Angle of Mitheithel, Ost Waeren
~Vilori
-
Session 221: The Tenth Walker
21 maart 2022 · 1 uur 51 min
03/15/2022 ELOTR Episode 221 Lees meer
Announcements: Announcements: Texmoot is coming up on the 26th of March; Sunshine Moot is April 2nd. Tickets available for in person and online attendance! See https://signumuniversity.org/event/ for more details!
There are 10 modules for the April course of the Signum S.P.A.C.E. program. Tokens make great gifts and they are good forever! See for more info on our April course. http://signumuniversity.org/space
IN WHICH: We discuss Bill the Pony and his relationship to Sam and his role in the fellowship.
Field Trip: Angle of Mitheithel, Gaerond
-
Session 220: Preparations for the Journey
14 maart 2022 · 1 uur 39 min
03/08/2022 ELOTR Episode 220 Lees meer
Announcements: Texmoot is coming up on the 26th of March; Sunshine Moot is April 2nd. Tickets available for in person and online attendance! See https://signumuniversity.org/event/ for more details!
There are 10 modules for the April course of the Signum S.P.A.C.E. program. Tokens make great gifts and they are good forever! See for more info on our April course. http://signumuniversity.org/space
IN WHICH: We discuss Tolkien’s descriptions of the Fellowship’s accoutrements, sword shout outs and the ever-pressing controversy of Hobbit footwear.
Field Trip: Echad Mirobel
-
Session 219: The Description of the Company (Already in Progress)
10 maart 2022 · 1 uur 46 min
Elrond drops some prophetic advice like it ain't no thing, then we casually return to clothing descriptions.
-
Session 218: The Horn Incident
27 februari 2022 · 2 uur 11 min
Boromir interrupts Elrond again, and Elrond retaliates. What do we learn about Boromir, here?
-
Session 216: Bilbo's Song In Context
27 februari 2022 · 1 uur 55 min
02/01/2022, ELOTR Episode 216 Lees meer
Announcements: Texmoot in Austin TX has been rescheduled for March 26, and SunshineMoot will be in Orlando April 2. Stay tuned for ticket sales!
The Professor will be hosting a Bible Study group discussion at 4pm on Sunday Afternoons starting with John 1. The link will be posted at www.studentsoftheword.org (This is not affiliated with Signum University)
IN WHICH: we look at Bilbo’s Poem as a whole, its relation to Frodo’s departure and the types of poems the “authors” of the Red Book are including.
Field Trip: Mirabel
-
Session 217: The Quest Begins
27 februari 2022 · 1 uur 56 min
02/08/2022, ELOTR Episode 217 Lees meer
Announcements: Our March modules have been announced, including a creative writing course, Tolkien and Alchemy, Heiroglyphics 1, and the 2nd of our Fairy Tales modules.
The Professor will be hosting a Bible Study group discussion at 4pm on Sunday Afternoons starting with John 1. The link will be posted at www.studentsoftheword.org (This is not affiliated with Signum University)
IN WHICH: the company departs Rivendell on an ominous evening. Elrond warns them that the Ringwraiths have not been defeated, they merely suffered “discomfiture.” The King goes forth in disguise.
-
Session 215: Meanwhile, What is Bilbo Up To?
31 januari 2022 · 1 uur 58 min
01/25/2022, ELOTR Episode 215 Lees meer
Announcements: Interested in taking part in the ExLOTR Legacy Project? Go to: https://forums.signumuniversity.org/i...
Tickets are on sale for Mythmoot IX! Early bird pricing ends at the end of January. Both hybrid and in-person tickets available. https://signumuniversity.org/mythmoot...
IN WHICH: we look at the last stanza of Bilbo’s Poem on the morning of Frodo’s departure.
Field Trip: Mirabel
-
Session 214: Bilbo Shifts Focus
31 januari 2022 · 2 uur 2 min
01/18/2022, ELOTR Episode 214 Lees meer
Announcements: Interested in taking part in the ExLOTR Legacy Project? Go to: https://forums.signumuniversity.org/i...
Tickets are on sale for Mythmoot IX! Early bird pricing ends at the end of January. Both hybrid and in-person tickets available. https://signumuniversity.org/mythmoot...
IN WHICH: We continue to discuss Bilbo’s Poem on the morning of Frodo’s departure.
Field Trip: Mirabel
-
Session 213: Spring Comes After All
16 januari 2022 · 2 uur 3 min
01/11/2022, ELOTR Episode 213 Lees meer
Jenni (aka) Smaug-the-Mighty walks us through the ExLOTR Legacy Project. You can help too! Interested in volunteering? Go to: https://forums.signumuniversity.org/i...
Tickets are on sale for Mythmoot IX! Early bird pricing ends at the end of January. Both hybrid and in-person tickets available. https://signumuniversity.org/mythmoot...
IN WHICH: We continue to discuss Bilbo’s Poem on the morning of Frodo’s departure.
Field Trip: Echad Dunann
-
Session 212: When Winter Comes, the Winter Wild...
9 januari 2022 · 1 uur 57 min
01/04/2022, ELOTR Episode 212 Lees meer
Happy NEW YEAR! Today we’re celebrating 5 years of Exploring Lord of the Rings! Thank you for following us on this in-depth dive into Middle Earth and Tolkien’s Greatest work.
Interested in our ELOTRO archive project? Shoot an email to corey.olsen@signumu.org
Mythmoot dates have been announced! https://signumuniversity.org/mythmoot/ Join us June 23-26, 2022 for Mythmoot IX: Remaking Myth. It’s Hybrid again, so start thinking about those papers (papers are due March 25).
We’ve announced new class modules for our Signum University Space Portals. Purchase your space token and place your votes for upcoming modules. Tokens make great holiday gifts and never expire! https://signumuniversity.org/space/
In which: In which we dissect the autumn-into-old winter stanza of Bilbo’s poem.
-Field Trip: Eregion, Echad Dunann
-
Session 211: Second Verse. Same as the First?
13 december 2021 · 1 uur 56 min
12/07/2021, ELOTR Episode 211 Lees meer
Announcement: Mythgard 2022 dates have been announced! Mythmoot: An Annual Speculative Literature Conference Join us June 23-26, 2022 for Mythmoot IX: Remaking Myth. It’s Hybrid Again, so start thinking about those papers!
Mythmoot: An Annual Speculative Literature Conference: https://signumuniversity.org/mythmoot/
We’ve announced new class modules for our Signum University Space Portals. Purchase your space token and place your votes for upcoming modules. Tokens make great holiday gifts and never expire!
SPACE - Signum University: https://signumuniversity.org/space/
In which: We continue to examine Bilbo’s Poem, and it’s charming assonance and alliteration.
Field Trip: Eregion, Low Hollin and Echad Dunann
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 210: A Song! A Song!
4 december 2021 · 1 uur 51 min
11/30/2021, ELOTR Episode 210 Lees meer
Signum is hosting an Open House session for Homeschooling Families on Dec 7! Check our events page to find out more! https://signumuniversity.org/event/signum-academy-open-house/ Our December modules are up and running now. We’ll soon be posting our confirmed modules for Signum’s January sessions. Make sure to check out our offerings and take advantage of our token sales. They make great holiday gifts!
In which: We examine Bilbo’s Poem on the morning of Frodo’s departure from Rivendell.
Field Trip: Barad Morlas,
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 209: A Touching Moment
28 november 2021 · 1 uur 50 min
11/23/2021, ELOTR Episode 209 Lees meer
Anytime Audit specials are live! https://signumuniversity.org/news/anytime-audit-holiday-special. We have confirmed our Modules for winter term! Come check out all we have to offer at signumuniversity.org
In which: Frodo decides to hide his new mathoms and the two hobbits come very close to breaking their hobbity composure in an emotional (nearly) goodbye.
Field Trip: Echad, Eregion
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 208: Circulating Mathoms
21 november 2021 · 2 uur 1 min
Bilbo passes along to Frodo an old mathom that someone else gave to him, once.
-
Session 207: The Continuity of Stories
17 november 2021 · 1 uur 50 min
11/09/2021, ELOTR Episode 207 Lees meer
Anytime Audit certificates are on sale! https://signumuniversity.org/news/anytime-audit-holiday-special. We have confirmed our Modules for winter term! Come check out all we have to offer at signumuniversity.org
In which: Bilbo and Frodo spend their last days together in Rivendell before the Ring Quest begins. What sort of poems and songs are in Bilbo’s book? Frodo is given the Hobbits’ version of “The Great Sword.”
Field Trip: Pend Eregion
~Monica Marier
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 206: Reforging the Past, Anticipating the Future
11 november 2021 · 2 uur 2 min
And now, it is time for a very low-key but powerfully mythic moment
-
Session 205: The Last Two Empty Slots
7 november 2021 · 1 uur 57 min
Which mighty heroes shall we choose to round out the Company of the Ring? On what basis shall we choose?
-
Session 204: Going My Way
27 oktober 2021 · 2 uur 24 min
Hey, who invited Boromir?
-
Session 203: The Fellowship near the Ring
20 oktober 2021 · 2 uur 3 min
What, exactly, is the relationship between the Fellowship and the Ring?
-
Session 202: The Encroaching Shadow
11 oktober 2021 · 2 uur 1 min
10/05/2021, ELOTR Episode 202 Lees meer
Announcements: Our Fall Fundraiser Campaign is live now and off to a great start! We set an all-time record last year, so let’s see if we can break that this year! You can dontate here: https://signumuniversity.org/fund
Tickets for Middlemoot are live you can check it out here: https://signumuniversity.org/event/middlemoot-philology-love-of-words-friend-of-words/
In which: Elrond has a formal meeting with the Hobbits and Frodo confirms that he will take up the mantel of Ringbearer. Elrond conceives of the Fellowship. Elrond has the gift of foresight, but why is it not working?
Field Trip: Elderslades Drenghol, Dun Traikh
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 201: The Time For Action
1 oktober 2021 · 2 uur 4 min
09/28/2021, ELOTR Episode 201 Lees meer
Announcements: Our Fall Fundraiser Campaign is live now and off to a great start! We set an all-time record last year, so let’s see if we can break that this year!
Tickets for Middle Moot in Waterloo Iowa are still available; attend in person or online!
Anytime Audit Special for the “Language Invention Through Tolkien” will be available until Sept. 30. signumuniversity.org
In which: We discuss how a wringwraith is “empty”. If they can be reembodied, does death matter to maiar? What are the nature of Sauron’s other servants and chattel?
Field Trip: Elderslades Drenghol, Dun Traikh
-
Session 200: What The Scouts Learned
25 september 2021 · 2 uur 1 min
09/21/2021, ELOTR Episode 200 Lees meer
Announcements: Anytime Audit Special for the “Language Invention Through Tolkien” course! Join Andrew Higgins for this excellent exploration of Tolkien’s language invention process and legacy. -$75 (21% off!) off signumuniversity.org/classes/special/, New England Moot is this weekend ! Please join us in Durham, NH on Saturday, September 25th 2021. Event and Virtual tickets available: signumuniversity.org/event/new-england-moot-2021-second-breakfast/
In which: We learn the fate of the Black Riders’ wardrobe and mounts. How are ring wraiths disrobed?
Field Trip: Elderslades Drenghol, Dun Traikh
-
Session 199: Scouting The Lands
20 september 2021 · 2 uur
09/14/2021, ELOTR Episode 199 Lees meer
Announcements: Check out signumuniversity.org to see if there’s a regional moot coming up in your area. A new Mythgard Acadamy session on the new publication, “The Nature of Middle Earth” is forthcoming. Order your copy and await instructions.
In which: The scouts come back. Where did they go and what were their missions? What were the twins’ secret mission? Where is Radagast if he’s not at home?
*Field Trip: Elderslades Drengol
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 198: Counting Days in Rivendell
9 september 2021 · 1 uur 56 min
09/07/2021, ELOTR Episode 198 Lees meer
Announcements: Check out signumuniversity.org to see if there’s a regional moot coming up in your area. A new Mythgard Acadamy session on the new publication, “The Nature of Middle Earth” is forthcoming. Order your copy and await instructions.
In which: We discuss Bilbo’s published works, Frodo marks the passage of Time in Rivendell as winter approaches. What is the “virtue” that Rivendell is imbued with? What “Eye in the Sky” is Frodo watching and why is the “eye” already become so a prevalent theme?
Field Trip: Elderslades Drengol
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 197: Bilbo's Literary Theories
3 september 2021 · 2 uur
-
Session 195: Looking Ahead
15 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 48 min
Join as Gandalf and Bilbo tag-team on the uphill task of keeping Frodo in good spirits.
-
Session 196: There And Possibly Back Again
15 augustus 2021 · 1 uur 55 min
Tonight we will talk more about Frodo's state of mind than about people's backsides. Probably.
-
Session 194: A Middling-Long Rest
5 augustus 2021 · 2 uur 7 min
07/27/2021, ELOTR Episode 194 Lees meer
Announcements: Regional moots are starting to take form. Check out signumuniversity.org to see if there’s one in your area, and if not, each moot will be hybrid so you can attend virtually.
In which: Bilbo proves unwilling to rehash The Council and turns the conversation to Frodo and Sam’s potential companions and the deployment of elven spies. Are they spies or are they red herrings to bait Sauron? More Hobbitry.
Field Trip: Elderslades (eventually)
-
Session 193: The Council Of Elrond (Expurgated Version)
10 juli 2021 · 2 uur 1 min
07/06/2021, ELOTR Episode 193 Lees meer
If you are interesting in volunteering the Exploring Lord of the Rings Multimedia Project, send an email to info@signumu.org subject: Exploring Lord of the Rings
In which we discuss “what defines an Elf Friend?” Pippin and Merry Probe Frodo for a recap and Bilbo describes the Council of Elrond as “talking.” Was the Council of Elrond even necessary?
Field Trip: Wells of Langflood, Lyndelby
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 192: The Council About The Council
3 juli 2021 · 1 uur 36 min
06/29/2021, ELOTR Episode 192 Lees meer
If you are interesting in volunteering the Exploring Lord of the Rings Multimedia Project, send an email to info@signumu.org subject: Exploring Lord of the Rings
In which Frodo berates Sam for getting roped into the Ring quest and speaks about his dream to stay in Rivendell. His cousins refuse to let their spirits be dampened by his dour predictions. Merry and Pippin insist, as only hobbits can, that they are coming too.
Field Trip: Wells of Langflood, Lyndelby
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 191: The Real Hero Stands Forth
1 juli 2021 · 2 uur 9 min
06/22/2021, ELOTR Episode 191: Council of Elrond Session 67 Lees meer
Mythmoot is this week! It will be a hybrid convention this year with both in person and digital options. If you have already registered for the online moothub, you will be given the opportunity to upgrade. Dates are June 24-27! Registration for both virtual and in-person tickets are officially open on https://signumuniversity.org/mythmoot/
In which Sam forgets his place and makes a bold statement and Elrond engages in more hobbitry. Sam channels Gaffer in an aside to his Master. Will we actually get to lunch?
Field Trip: Wells of Langflood, Framsburg
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 190: Frodo Joins The Hall Of Fame
18 juni 2021 · 2 uur
06/15/2021, ELOTR Episode 190: Council of Elrond Session 66 Lees meer
Our schedule for Mythmoot 2021 is live. It will be a hybrid convention this year with both in person and digital options. If you have already registered for the online moothub, you will be given the opportunity to upgrade. Dates are June 24-27! Registration for both virtual and in-person tickets are officially open on https://signumuniversity.org/mythmoot/
In which Frodo is again named, “Elf Friend” along with other notable Middle Earth heroes. How is Frodo similar to these Men? How is his path different?
Field Trip: Wells of Langflood, Framsburg
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 189: Frodo's Choice
11 juni 2021 · 2 uur 10 min
06/01/2021, ELOTR Episode 189: Council of Elrond Session 65 Lees meer
Our schedule for Mythmoot 2021 is live. It will be a hybrid convention this year with both in person and digital options. If you have already registered for the online moothub, you will be given the opportunity to upgrade. Dates are June 24-27! Registration for both virtual and in-person tickets are officially open on https://signumuniversity.org/mythmoot/
In which by Frodo’s disinclination to adventure forth, he demonstrates that he is the best candidate for Ringbearer. Is the Ring influencing his or is the Divine? Elrond answers Frodo’s unspoken cry for assistance. The hour of the shirefolk is proclaimed.
Homework: Tolkien often describes many glances as “keen.” To whom does he give this trait and under what circumstances?
Field Trip: Wells of Langflood, Misthallow, Hilthsheld
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien
-
Session 188: What This Council Business Was All About Really
5 juni 2021 · 2 uur 6 min
06/01/2021 Lees meer
Episode 188: Council of Elrond Session 64
Mythmoot 2021 will be a hybrid convention this year with both in person and digital options. If you have already registered for the online moothub, you will be given the opportunity to upgrade. Dates are June 24-27! Registration for both virtual and in-person tickets are officially open on https://signumuniversity.org/mythmoot/
In which the noon bell finally rings but the council doesn’t adjourn, preoccupied with who will take the ring to Mordor. Frodo feels pressure to declare his geas. There’s an internal struggle within Frodo, but which voice speaks for him?
Field Trip: Wells of Langflood, Misthallow and Grazad-Gropor
“Deeds will not be less valiant because they are unpraised.” ~J.R.R. Tolkien