The Lorehounds

Mary Clay, host of 'That's What I'm Tolkien About,' joins David and John to explore the captivating love story of Thingol and Melian from The Silmarillion. They discuss how their union led to the creation of the Sindar and delve into Tolkien's personal influences on themes of love, loss, and legacy. The trio debates the nature of evil, reflects on the complexities of relationships, and shares lighthearted moments about Lego and Balrogs. Listeners engage in enriching discussions around the emotional depth of these iconic characters.

David and John continue their coverage of the Apple TV+ Original Series, Ted Lasso. Richmond is on the road, Ted is on a spiritual journey, and Jamie helps Roy ride a bike. David and John recap their favorite moments and answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contactIf you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsFind us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Ted Lasso over on our Discord Server.Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John retake Mandalore in the Disney+ Original Series, The Mandalorian. After a scene-by-scene breakdown of the rescue of Din, the triumph of the Mandalorians, and the adoption of Grogu, David and John are joined by friend of the pod Elysia to discuss the season as a whole. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe.Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John and Brandon continue their discussion of The Last of Us, the 2013 hit game from Naughty Dog. After discussing the fraternal reunion of fall, they compare their playtime as Ellie. They wrap up the recap with the end of the Fireflies and the DLC Left Behind.Find Brandon OnlineTwitter: @BrandonTheBardTime To Explain: A Destiny PodcastSourcesGrounded: The Making of The Last of Us (Beware of Spoilers)Cordyceps: attack of the killer fungi - Planet EarthIMDB SummaryContact UsQuestions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at TLP@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail or contact form entry at https://thelorehounds.com/contact and we’ll get back to you on the next episode.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsFind us on Twitter and TikTok @thelorehounds, follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things video games over on our Discord Server.Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John continue their coverage of the Apple TV+ Original Series, Ted Lasso. Richmond is on a losing streak, Ted is learning to deal with his panic attacks, and Jamie decides to step up to the plate. David and John recap their favorite moments and answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contactIf you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsFind us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Ted Lasso over on our Discord Server.Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John return to Mandalore in the Disney+ Original Series, The Mandalorian. After discussing Grogu's new toy, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of the Mandalorian scouting party, the ambush of Moff Gideon, and the rumors of Thrawn. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe.Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John are joined by their favorite Tolkien scholar, Marilyn R. Pukkila, to discuss the second half of the 1968 Ursula K. LeGuin book, A Wizard of Earthsea, the first book in The Earthsea Cycle. While recapping Ged's pursuit of his shadow and journey to unknown lands, the trio breaks down the themes of trust, friendship, and knowing thyself contained in this foundational work of the fantasy literature canon. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Marilyn's WebsiteMarilyn R. Pukkila, Research & Instruction Librarian Emerita, Colby CollegeContact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at book@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next Book Nook episode.Find us on Twitter and TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Earthsea over on our Discord Server.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John continue their coverage of the Apple TV+ Original Series, Ted Lasso. The match we've been waiting for is here, Nate is as awkward as ever, and Jamie Tartt is wearing a headlamp. David and John recap their favorite moments and answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at lorehounds@thelorehounds.com or leave a voicemail at https://thelorehounds.com/contactIf you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsFind us on Twitter or TikTok @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Ted Lasso over on our Discord Server.Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John attend a royal banquet in the Disney+ Original Series, The Mandalorian. After discussing the flurry of guest appearances from an unexpected set of stars, David and John do a scene-by-scene breakdown of an aquatic version of Romeo and Juliet, the Bo and Din buddy cop show, and the Darksaber's ownership. Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe.Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

David and John discuss the fantastic sophomore season of The Bad Batch, their love of Star Wars animation, and David's experience with Visions Volume 1. They consider the maturity level of the show, the callbacks to The Clone Wars, and the impact of the animated series on the Mando-verse Finally, they answer listener feedback.Contact UsQuestions, comments and/or deep Star Wars thoughts to share? Send us an email at starwars@thelorehounds.com and we’ll get back to you during our next podcast covering the Star Wars universe.Find us on Twitter @thelorehounds, on Twitch at twitch.tv/thelorehounds, or join us for further discussion of all things Star Wars over on our Discord Server.If you’d like to support us directly or have access to ad free episodes, join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thelorehoundsAny opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to any employers or other entities.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy