We are back and ready for some poetry. Are you prepared for one of our three biggest glimpses into dwarfdom in all of the LOTR? Thank you for all your help in funding Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/signumu/rings-and-realms-season-2 Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv…

Tonight, we hear from Gimli at last, and get a glimpse of his experience. And we prepare for the poem! Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/signumu/rings-and-realms-season-2 Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Explor…

Tonight we come to the end of the second Moria March in comparative comfort, underneath the unseen sky. Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/signumu/rings-and-realms-season-2 Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Explo…

It is time for the Second March of the Company through Moria. Things are trending up in the deadly dark. Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/signumu/rings-and-realms-season-2 Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Expl…

Tonight we examine Gandalf and his benevolent nicotine addiction. Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/... Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings…

Tonight we return to Pippin by the unnerving hole in the floor, and we join him in listening to echoes. Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/... Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings…

Tonight, Pippin will throw a stone down a well. Admit it: you would do it too. Please help us reach our goal to fund Rings and Realms Season Two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/... Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings…

Tonight we remember Bill the Pony and discover the Hole in the Floor, disappearing into darkness. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we continue our journey through the dark, listening to noises and thinking about the sunlit lands. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we will learn about Gandalf's accomplishments as a guide, and we will discuss the most mysterious simile in the entire Lord of the Rings. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we look at Frodo's description of the darkness around them, and the obstacles and noises that fill it. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

The journey through the long dark of Moria finally begins -- after a stiff drink! Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we set off and begin the actual traveling through Moria. Let's listen and see what we hear! Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

As of last week, our discussion has officially entered Moria. But before we set out, we look back at the tentacular Thing in the water one more time. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Gandalf proceeds, through word and deed, to answer the question that Boromir mutters to himself. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

It's episode 300 of Exploring the Lord of the Rings! Let's celebrate by actually entering Moria. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we return to the Watcher in the Water, whatever it is, and see Sam saving the day, as usual. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

What do we learn from Gandalf's attempt to open the door? Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we finish watching Gandalf take the wrong approach, and we will see the growing evidence of Boromir's frustration. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we gaze out across the foul pool, as ominous ripples form and move towards the bank. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we return to Gandalf's laughter-filled interlude in between the Watcher's approach and his attack. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we return to the doors of Moria and consider their security protocols. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight, Gandalf initiates the Lost Password Recovery Process for the Doors of Durin. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tempers flare at the Doors of Durin. Tonight, we look carefully at Boromir's contribution. Join us on the Signum University Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/szXMFAv Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we look at the description of the moon letters on the gate. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Let's do some metainterpretation of Moria gate! Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

It is time for Master Gamgee to put his foot down. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we'll watch Gandalf find the doors that are shut, and see yet another nod to The Hobbit. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

It's the seventh anniversary of ExLOTR! Let's celebrate the friendship of dwarves and elves. Special guest: Thomas P. Hillman https://www.kentstateuniversitypress.... Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight the doom of Bill the Pony is spoken, his departure drawing ever nigh. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

You ever get that feeling that you get when you are about to be attacked by a tentacular monstrosity? Let's enjoy that together this evening. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Let's savor another deliciously alliterative descriptive passage: the Walls of Moria! It's time for Signum University Annual Fundraising campaign. • Signum University's Fall Fundraising ... We are doing weekly drawings for giveaways to celebrate the campaign. You can sign up for the drawing through Google forms. For this week’s Exploring the Lord o…

The Company approaches the Doors of Moria, and continues to find ominous signs. It's time for Signum University Annual Fundraising campaign. • Signum University's Fall Fundraising ... We are doing weekly drawings for giveaways to celebrate the campaign. You can sign up for the drawing through Google forms. For this week’s Exploring the Lord of the …

Tonight we discuss the unexpectedly missing river. #SpiritualStreams It's time for Signum University Annual Fundraising campaign. • Signum University's Fall Fundraising ... We are doing weekly drawings for giveaways to celebrate the campaign. You can sign up for the drawing through Google forms. For this week’s Exploring the Lord of the Rings drawi…

On the morning after the battle with the wolves, the full strangeness of the situation is revealed. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Exploring The Lord of the Rings with The Tolkien Professor Tonight we watch as Gandalf shows foresighted leadership and Boromir starts to grumble. Signum University Annual Fundraising campaign has just started. • Signum University's Fall Fundraising: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3FLTIY6plQ&t=0s We are doing weekly drawings for giveaways to cele…

Gandalf explained what the fire should do. This evening, we see the fire's response. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Gandalf begins a pleasant conversation with the Warg Captain, which ends rather abruptly. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we will discuss how the best method of managing acute involves intensive alliteration. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Gandalf upgrades from pine cones to trees. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight the wolves close in around the hilltop. And Gandalf answers. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

As the howls on the wind close in around the hilltop, the hobbits reflect on their history. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Join us as we listed to Gandalf telling Boromir he told him so. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Let's go back to Aragorn's foretelling, and then return to Aragorn's interruption of a tense moment. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

The Council on the Knees of Caradhras approaches its sudden end, amidst portents and people answering the wrong question. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

The reviews on the Moria Plan are in, and they vary pretty widely. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Compare and contrast: Moria and the Dark Tower. Discuss. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

Tonight we return to Boromir's unusually insistent push-back against Gandalf's route suggestion. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

It is high time that Boromir had his say at this Council. Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute

The Council Near the Knees of Caradhras continues, and the Vague Fear is revealed! Support Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the RingsAutor: Mythgard Institute