Exploring Tolkien

Exploring Tolkien is a weekly show that dives deep into JRR Tolkien and all the ages of Middle-earth. Jonathan Watson and Michael Grumbine are your hosts as they read through Tolkien’s works, interview other Tolkien enthusiasts and authors, and criticall

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95. An Interview with Howard Shore, Lord of the Rings Composer - 2003 Roundtable Interviews

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93. Sauron's FIRST Defeat - Finishing Tolkien's Unfinished Tale - Aldarion and Erendis - Part 8

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92. NEW Tolkien Book with UNPUBLISHED Content Announced!

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91. Finishing Tolkien's Unfinished Tale - Aldarion and Erendis - Part 7

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