For the Love of Lore

Abby Spears, Austin Swanson
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Two Siblings, Two Authors, Countless Stories to tell. Welcome to our podcast, For the Love of Lore! Our hosts, Abby and Austin, deep dive into the worlds of J.R.R Tolkien and George R.R. Martin and help break down the deep lore of both worlds. If you're looking to expand your nerd knowledge, grab a flagon and let's go on an adventure!

Episodes

  1. 10/05/2025

    FTLOL Episode 12 - Unnumbered Tears and Ten Thousand Ships

    Welcome back to another episode of For the Love of Lore! Today in Middle Earth we’ll learn about The Battle of Unnumbered Tears. And over in Westeros we are getting a proper introduction to the kingdom of Dorne and it’s ruling family House Martell. So grab your flagons and let’s go on an adventure!

    1h 23m

  2. 09/28/2025

    FTLOL Episode 11 - Love Keepers and Knowledge Seekers

    Welcome back everyone to another episode of For the Love of Lore! Today in Middle Earth we’ll learn about the story of Beren and Luthien! And over in Westeros we’re still hanging out in Oldtown so that we can learn all about the maesters of the Citadel and their studies. So grab your flagon and let's go on an adventure! Music provided by: Keys of Moon Music and Succession Music on Youtube!

    1h 6m

  3. 08/24/2025

    FTLOL Episode 10 - Reach for the Sky!

    Welcome back fellow lore enthusiasts! Today in Middle Earth we’ll learn about the coming of Men and the fall of Beleriand! And over in Westeros we are headed west into The Reach where we’ll stop at Highgarden to meet the Tyrells, then we’ll go south to Oldtown and do a deep dive on Westeros’s oldest city. So grab a flagon and let's go on an adventure!  Music provided by: Keys of Moon Music and Succession Music on Youtube!

    1h 11m

  4. 08/17/2025

    FTLOL Episode 9 - Realms, Rulers, and Betrayal

    Welcome back my fellow book worms and lore lovers! In today's episode in Middle Earth we’ll learn about the settling of the Noldor elves in Beleriand. And over in Westeros we are breezing over to the Stormlands where we get yet another cameo appearance from Brandon the Builder, as well as a formal introduction to House Baratheon! Music provided by: Keys of Moon Music and Succession Music on Youtube!

    1h 18m

  5. 03/23/2025

    FTLOL Episode 8 - What Is Dead May Never Die

    Welcome back my fellow book worms and lore lovers! In today's episode in Middle Earth we’ll learn about the fate of Feanor and the first great war of Middle Earth! And over in Westeros we’re sailing over to The Iron Islands to hear all about The Drowned God and House Greyjoy. So grab your flagons and lets go on an adventure! Music provided by: Keys of Moon Music and Succession Music on Youtube!

    1h 21m

  6. 02/23/2025

    FTLOL Episode 7 - Go for Gold

    Welcome back to another episode fellow lore enthusiasts! Today in Middle Earth we’ll learn about the creation of the Sun, the Moon and the birth of Men! And over in Westeros we’re headed to The Westerlands to cozy up with our favorite villains the Lannisters. So grab your flagon and lets go on an adventure! Music provided by: Keys of Moon Music and Succession Music on Youtube!

    1h 22m

  7. 02/09/2025

    FTLOL Episode 6 - Let me tell you someThingol

    Welcome back to another episode my fellow lore enthusiasts! Today in Middle Earth we’ll learn about the flight of the Noldor, the reckoning of Melkor and the rise of the Sindar.And over in Westeros we’re going to The Vale for a meet and greet with House Arryn. So grab your flagons and let's go on an adventure. Music provided by: Keys of Moon Music on Youtube!

    1h 24m

  8. 02/02/2025

    FTLOL Episode 5- Of Exiles and Invasions

    Hello again my northern brethren and shield maidens! In this weeks episode our hosts learn about the creating of the Silmarils and the darkening of Valinor (insert ominous music here). And in Westeros we look back at how the Andals arrived in Westeros and dive into their religion - The Faith of the Seven. So grab your flagon and let's go on an adventure!  Music provided by: Keys of Moon Music on Youtube!

    1h 14m

  9. 01/26/2025

    FTLOL Episode 4 - Can you do me a Faenor? To-Tully!

    Welcome back weary travelers! In todays episode we’ll learn about how the elves fared on their trip to Valinor by way of Beleriand, and about the birth of the renowned Feanor. And in Westeros we’re going to explore the Riverlands and get acquainted with the Tully family. So grab your flaggon and let's go on an adventure! Music provided by: Keys of Moon Music on Youtube!

    1h 29m

  10. 01/19/2025

    FTLOL Episode 3 - Talking Elvish!

    Welcome back fellow adventurers to another episode of For the Love of Lore! In this weeks episode we bring on our first guest, our brother Alex! He is a seasoned Tolkien vet who has read the LOTR books 10 times. We are in good hands today with the knowledge he holds. Today, our hosts go back to Middle Earth to explore the creation of the elves and their great pilgrimage to the Undying Lands. And in Westeros we go beyond the wall to learn about Wildlings and the Children of the Forest. So grab your flagoons and join us on this adventure! Music provided by: Keys of Moon Music on Youtube!

    1h 3m

  11. 01/12/2025

    FTLOL Episode 2 - Dwarves & Walls & Watchmen, Oh My!

    In today's episode, our hosts dive into the world of Dwarves in Middle Earth. How were they created? Who created them? Where did they first live in Middle Earth? In Westeros, we learn about the creation of the Wall in the North along with the men who "watch" from it. What is their purpose? How long have they been standing watch? Should you marry a white walker? All of these questions and more will be answered, so please tune in!

    1h 24m

  12. 01/05/2025

    For the Love of Lore - Introduction

    Welcome fellow nerds to our brand new podcast! In this episode, you will be introduced to the two hosts of this show - Austin and Abby. Our hosts will deep dive into the world of Middle Earth and Westeros. This first episode is a gentle introduction to both of those worlds. Please join us on our new adventure!

    1h 30m
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Two Siblings, Two Authors, Countless Stories to tell. Welcome to our podcast, For the Love of Lore! Our hosts, Abby and Austin, deep dive into the worlds of J.R.R Tolkien and George R.R. Martin and help break down the deep lore of both worlds. If you're looking to expand your nerd knowledge, grab a flagon and let's go on an adventure!

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    Abby Spears, Austin Swanson
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  • Episodes
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