Beginner’s Guide to the Lord of the Rings
by Aaron, a Middle-earth wanderer and Tolkien admirer
July 17, 2025 2:05 pm
Discover the rich world and timeless works of J.R.R. Tolkien with this weekly podcast; your gateway to understanding the mythology behind The Lord of the Rings. Whether you’re a fan who’s only seen the movies, a reader looking to dive deeper into Tolkien’s tales, or someone tackling The Silmarillion for the first time, this show is your perfect guide.
Each episode unpacks the intricate stories and characters that form the foundation of Tolkien’s mythology, helping you enhance your appreciation of Amazon’s Rings of Power series or simply explore more of Tolkien’s legendary world.
This podcast is for you if:
– You’ve seen the films and you want to read the books.
– You saw Rings of Power and want to know the real story.
– You want to know the connections between the movies and shows to the tales that Tolkien actually wrote.
– You’ve never read any words of Tolkien and you want to start.
– You’ve read many works of Tolkien and want fresh new insight.
Or you tried reading The Silmarillion but got so lost and confused that you gave up. A day may come when you finally read that book, and it is this day!
Let’s wander Middle-earth together. Subscribe and share with a friend.
Download my guide for reading The Silmarillion at ringspodcast.com/guide
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