Where the Shadows Lie: A Rings of Power Podcast
An analytical, fannish space for all things Rings of Power, with Kat and Wren.
Join us as we delve into the world-building, art and design, and character development of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. On this podcast, you'll find in-depth discussions of both canon and original characters, meta analyses of the show's thematic choices, and thoughtful engagement with the series' transformational choices, which often build on and interrogate the works of J.R.R. Tolkien.
Most of all, we hope our discussions inspire your own interpretations of the show and deepen your experience of the series’ content and themes, all while appreciating the artisans, performers, and crew whose labor has made this return to Middle-earth possible.
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Where the Shadows Lie: A Rings of Power Podcast
Ep. 14: Discussing The Rings of Power, "Halls of Stone"
What a powerhouse episode of The Rings of Power! Season 2, Episode 5, "Halls of Stone," is definitely ramping up this season's plot, and in our podcast conversation, we dive into all of it, from the escalation of the Dwarven plotline by means of Sauron's ring, to the nitty-gritty political drama of the Númenóreans. Of course, we must use part of this episode to give a loving tribute to one of our favorite original characters, Valandil -- exploring the scope of his role on the show and celebrating Alex Tarrant's fan-favorite performance. We hope you'll jump in! Listen all the way through to catch some fun, lofi beats-style renditions of beloved tracks from the Rings of Power score.