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Welcome to “An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin’ Tolkien”. We are excited to be covering the Rings of Power TV series; we also invite you to join us in an adventure as Ezra and Lane delve deep into Middle Earth. Each fortnight we will gather for a book re-read, show speculation, and much more! So grab your book, a highlighter, cup of coffee, and keep a pocket-handkerchief close at hand. Remember, “Not all those who wander are lost” and we intend to let our imagination wander far and wide. Speak "Friend" and ENTER!!!

An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin' Rings of Power Lord of the Rings

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    • 4.6 • 70 Ratings

Welcome to “An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin’ Tolkien”. We are excited to be covering the Rings of Power TV series; we also invite you to join us in an adventure as Ezra and Lane delve deep into Middle Earth. Each fortnight we will gather for a book re-read, show speculation, and much more! So grab your book, a highlighter, cup of coffee, and keep a pocket-handkerchief close at hand. Remember, “Not all those who wander are lost” and we intend to let our imagination wander far and wide. Speak "Friend" and ENTER!!!

    The Night Breeze - Ep 6 - Middle Earth Love Triangle

    The Night Breeze - Ep 6 - Middle Earth Love Triangle

    WE FOUND IT ~ The Lost Love Triangle Episode ~ Lane & Ez sniff the Night Breeze and discuss your questions from the MAILBAG!!! If you'd like an episode dedicated to you, then send us a DM on Instagram @uptalkintolkien ~ Grab your pipeweed, coffee, or tea, and enjoy the Night Breeze ...
    *We are also taking your thoughts on the Rings of Power ~ anunexpectedpod@gmail.com
    Sarah's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarahesmith8/
    Lane's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanethevillager/
    If you'd like to send us something please address it to:
    The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102
    Follow Ezra & Lottie’s Projects: 
    Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/womprat_2m
    Lottie Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fleurandbill
    If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional Middle Earth content then hit us up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/uptalkintolkien Patreon exclusive podcast series include: Extended Edition - Lane and Ez continue the episode Melkor's Discord – Join us on Discord before the show Peekin’ in the Palantir- Predictions about the show/future of middle earth The Appendices – Lane and Ez talk about nothing deep into the night!


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    • 54 min
    UPdates from EZ ~

    UPdates from EZ ~

    Thanks for all the support! Just a few updates ~ New Season of LIFE ~ DIFFERENT but NEW & GOOD ~ Love ya!
    Sarah's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarahesmith8/
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    If you'd like to send us something please address it to:
    The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102
    Follow Ezra & Lottie’s Projects: 
    Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/womprat_2m
    Lottie Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fleurandbill
    If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional Middle Earth content then hit us up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/uptalkintolkien Patreon exclusive podcast series include: Extended Edition - Lane and Ez continue the episode Melkor's Discord – Join us on Discord before the show Peekin’ in the Palantir- Predictions about the show/future of middle earth The Appendices – Lane and Ez talk about nothing deep into the night!


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    • 11 min
    Part 2 | Anniversary Episode | 6 Unexpected YEARS

    Part 2 | Anniversary Episode | 6 Unexpected YEARS

    This was a 4 HOUR recording! We've split it uP into Parts 1 & 2. We went LIVE, took LIVE callers, & listened to a few voicemails! Thanks for all the support over the years!
    Sarah's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarahesmith8/
    Lane's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanethevillager/
    If you'd like to send us something please address it to:
    The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102
    Follow Ezra & Lottie’s Projects: 
    Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/womprat_2m
    Lottie Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fleurandbill
    If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional Middle Earth content then hit us up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/uptalkintolkien Patreon exclusive podcast series include: Extended Edition - Lane and Ez continue the episode Melkor's Discord – Join us on Discord before the show Peekin’ in the Palantir- Predictions about the show/future of middle earth The Appendices – Lane and Ez talk about nothing deep into the night!


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    • 1 hr 46 min
    Part 1 | Anniversary Episode | 6 Unexpected YEARS

    Part 1 | Anniversary Episode | 6 Unexpected YEARS

    This was a 4 HOUR recording! We've split it uP into Parts 1 & 2. We went LIVE, took LIVE callers, & listened to a few voicemails! Thanks for all the support over the years!
    Sarah's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarahesmith8/
    Lane's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanethevillager/
    If you'd like to send us something please address it to:
    The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102
    Follow Ezra & Lottie’s Projects: 
    Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/womprat_2m
    Lottie Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fleurandbill
    If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional Middle Earth content then hit us up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/uptalkintolkien Patreon exclusive podcast series include: Extended Edition - Lane and Ez continue the episode Melkor's Discord – Join us on Discord before the show Peekin’ in the Palantir- Predictions about the show/future of middle earth The Appendices – Lane and Ez talk about nothing deep into the night!


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    • 2 hrs 6 min
    One Lane to Rule them ALL - Podcast Updates & MORE

    One Lane to Rule them ALL - Podcast Updates & MORE

    The one Lane road goes on and on and on and on .... lol! Anniversary episode coming this SATURDAY December 9th around 7p.m. ~ Feel free to call in and chat with us! Share your favorite memory or just tell us what's UP!
    Sarah's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarahesmith8/
    Lane's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanethevillager/
    If you'd like to send us something please address it to:
    The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102
    Follow Ezra & Lottie’s Projects: 
    Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/womprat_2m
    Lottie Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fleurandbill
    If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional Middle Earth content then hit us up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/uptalkintolkien Patreon exclusive podcast series include: Extended Edition - Lane and Ez continue the episode Melkor's Discord – Join us on Discord before the show Peekin’ in the Palantir- Predictions about the show/future of middle earth The Appendices – Lane and Ez talk about nothing deep into the night!


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    • 1 hr 30 min
    Concerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 2: Part 2

    Concerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 2: Part 2

    Welcome to our TV adaptation called Concerning Hobbits: The Red Book of Westmarch - Season 2: Part 2 ~ We’ll be adapting this audio into a future video that will showcase our vision for a TV series centered around the Shire and good ol Hobbit Folk! So with that, sit back and enjoy Concerning Hobbits … 
    *We are also taking your thoughts on the Rings of Power ~ anunexpectedpod@gmail.com
    Sarah's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarahesmith8/
    Lane's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanethevillager/
    If you'd like to send us something please address it to:
    The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102
    Follow Ezra & Lottie’s Projects: 
    Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/womprat_2m
    Lottie Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fleurandbill
    If you'd like to support the show and get access to additional Middle Earth content then hit us up at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/uptalkintolkien Patreon exclusive podcast series include: Extended Edition - Lane and Ez continue the episode Melkor's Discord – Join us on Discord before the show Peekin’ in the Palantir- Predictions about the show/future of middle earth The Appendices – Lane and Ez talk about nothing deep into the night!


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    • 51 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
70 Ratings

70 Ratings

JHodkin ,

One podcast to rule them all!

Started listening a couple of years ago, as the guys were coming to the end of The Two Towers. It didn’t take me long to catch up. I was reading Lotr for the first time in ages, and there was so much that I missed from when I read it through a child’s eyes that I wanted more. So I looked for a podcast and stubbled across these guys, and I genuinely feel like Ez and Lane are friends. Their enthusiasm is so infectious and they’ve taken things to another level again with the recent Rings of Power episodes. Keep it up fellas!! 💪🏻

Mr Day ,

So-so

First of all - the two hosts are clearly lovely guys and good friends. I’ve enjoyed listening to them re-reading the chapters in these amazing books, especially as im reading LOTR again myself.

However, for my liking theres way too much waffle at the beginning of each episode. Sometimes it takes half an hour before we get to the meat of each instalment. Certainly don’t need to hear about the Amazon abomination. Tolkein must be rolling in his grave.

So, not bad at all, but i skip the start of each instalment which makes for fairly short episodes.

Pipi Wilder ,

Genuine and full of fun!

Lane and Ezra are such a joy to listen to and have had me laughing out loud and with tears in my eyes more times than I can remember! It really does feel like we're all a group of hobbits sitting by the fire in The Green Dragon, sharing stories and just having a good time! Thank you so much for the amazing podcast and for the time and dedication you've poured in since day one! Keep it up guys!! 😄

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