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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Join The Man of the West and The Shieldmaiden of Rohan as we begin our long look at the oldest version of the story of Beren and Lúthien, known as The Tale of Tinúviel.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Join The Man of the West and The Shieldmaiden of Rohan, @aranelparmadil, as we finish our walk through of Christopher’s introduction to the story of Beren and Lúthien. Graphic design credit of course goes to our wonderful Megan Collins, exploring.arda.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

A Prancing Pony Podcast reunion is happening this weekend! Join Alan and Shawn at 4p Eastern as they reunite for a special roundtable celebrating 20 years of the @tolkienguide.com, alongside @knewbettadobetta.bsky.social, @podcast.athrabeth.com, @queerlodgings.bsky.social,

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Happy Hobbit Day! September 22 marks the shared birthday of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, two particularly important Hobbits, and we can think of few better reasons to return to the Shire.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Well, we're back. Dive into Beren and Lúthien with us in this first episode of Season 11 of The Prancing Pony Podcast! Listen on your favorite podcast platform.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

To celebrate, tell us: What is your favorite story, character, passage, piece of art, or PPP Season 1 moment? What are you most looking forward to Alan revisiting when we eventually return to The Silmarillion? And what does The Silmarillion mean to you?

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Happy 49th Birthday to The Silmarillion, first published on September 15, 1977! The Silmarillion has a special place in the history of The Prancing Pony Podcast; Season 1 of the PPP began with this book, and for many listeners, it was also the beginning of their journey with the podcast.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We’re making a push to show HarperCollins there’s real interest in bringing The History of Middle-earth to audiobook! 🎧📚 Our editor, Jordan Rannells, has started a petition and every signature and share helps show there’s an audience waiting to listen.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Today, on the anniversary of his passing, the PPP community honors the life of J.R.R. Tolkien. His acts of subcreation gave us an entire world where we can find escape, recovery, and consolation. Today, let us sing with the minstrel at Cormallen:

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

423 – What Do You Want? Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as we conclude our reading of the chapter on The Palantíri, as well as our time in Unfinished Tales, as Season 10 of The Prancing Pony Podcast stumbles across the finish line. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

422 – Who Are You? Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as we begin our two-episode look at the final chapter of Unfinished Tales on The Palantíri. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

421 – Faith Manages Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as they conclude their three-episode walk through the chapter on The Istari from Unfinished Tales. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

During the month of July you can get an audiobook copy of "Why We Love Middle-earth" for 60% off! Follow the link below to take advantage of this discount through July 30th. www.audiobooks.com/promotions/p...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

420 – I Have Always Been Here The Istari were never young and aged only slowly; Alan and Shawn will have to settle for only one of those two. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as they continue their three-part study of The Istari from Unfinished Tales. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

419 – A Voice In the Wilderness Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as they embark on a three-episode look at the chapter on the Istari in Unfinished Tales. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

418 – Questions After Nightfall 35 Join The Man of the West as he welcome The Lord of the Mark back by throwing him into the chaos of a live Q&A for our 35th Questions After Nightfall! pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

417 – I Am a Rock Join The Man of the West and @donmarshall72.bsky.social as we conclude our two-episode look at The Drúedain from Unfinished Tales — and Don's run of episodes on this season of the PPP. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Merch featuring the most recent artwork from our coverage of 'The Drúedain' is available over on our storefront! Follow the link below for shirts, mugs, and more featuring that design, as well as many other classic designs. prancingponypodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

416 – The Sound of Silence Join The Man of the West and The Obscure Lord of the Rings Facts Guy as we begin our two-episode look at the Unfinished Tales chapter on the enigmatic people known as the Drúedain. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

The Tolkien & Middle-earth Online Art Exhibition, hosted by @roac.bsky.social and taking place August 15, 2026, is now accepting registrations, artwork submissions, and presentation proposals.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

415 – Saruman's OPSEC Problem: Unfinished Tales with Dr. Bret Devereaux Join The Man of the West and The Obscure Lord of the Rings Facts Guy as we welcome back the always-insightful, often-hilarious @bretdevereaux.bsky.social to the Common Room! pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Merch featuring the artwork from our recent episodes on 'The Disaster of the Gladden Fields' is available over on our storefront! Follow the link below for shirts, mugs, and more featuring that design, as well as many other classic designs. prancingponypodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

414 – With or Without You Join The Man of the West and @donmarshall72.bsky.social, The Obscure Lord of the Rings Facts Guy, as we conclude our two-part look at The Disaster of the Gladden Fields from Unfinished Tales. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

413 – The Unforgettable Fire Join The Man of the West as he welcomes back @donmarshall72.bsky.social to the Common Room to begin our two-part look at the chapter The Disaster of the Gladden Fields from Unfinished Tales.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Alanwise Gamgee the Arborist: PPP Plays @officiallotro.bsky.social Livestream in which Alan adopts a new profession. The PPP is proud to partner with LOTRO in sharing this brilliant Tolkien adaptation. #LOTROCreator #Rivendell

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

You're Invited: PPP Plays @officiallotro.bsky.social Livestream in which Alan guides us through a tour of the exterior of his Rivendell House. The PPP is proud to partner with LOTRO in sharing this brilliant Tolkien adaptation. #LOTROCreator #Rivendell

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

An Aldburg History Lesson with Alan: PPP Plays @officiallotro.bsky.social Livestream in which Alan dives into a lore-accurate history lesson of Aldburg. The PPP is proud to partner with LOTRO in sharing this brilliant Tolkien adaptation. #LOTROCreator

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

PPP Plays @officiallotro.bsky.social Livestream, Guest starring Laurelin and Telperion. The PPP is proud to partner with LOTRO in sharing this brilliant Tolkien adaptation. #LOTROCreator #NoldorCoffer

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

412 – Far Fallen Join The Man of the West and The Nerd of the Rings as we get an in-depth look at Saruman's continuing jealous of Gandalf as we conclude our four-episode study of The Hunt for the Ring from Unfinished Tales. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

411 – Saruman Won't Back Down Join The Man of the West and The Nerd of the Rings as we get a closer look at Saruman's unenviable position in our third episode of four on The Hunt for the Ring from Unfinished Tales. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

410 – You Got Lucky, Gollum Join The Man of the West and The Nerd of the Rings as we begin to sort through the various versions of the story of The Hunt for the Ring as our four-part look at the chapter continues. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

PPP Plays @officiallotro.bsky.social Livestream in which Alan reveals another Middle-earth "some say" that is very likely true.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

409 – Runnin' Down a Ring Join The Man of the West and @nerdoftherings.bsky.social as we begin our four-part dive into the chapter The Hunt for the Ring from Unfinished Tales. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

I Spy With My Little Hobbit Eye... PPP Plays @officiallotro.bsky.social Livestream in which Alan does some real life LOTRO emoting and plays I Spy with Thrymm... or something of Thrymm's.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

PPP Plays @officiallotro.bsky.social Livestream in which Alan waves at the "out-of-towners" as he goes by. Now if only he were that nice to the locals.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

408 – Questions After Nightfall 34 Join The Man of the West as he welcomes @nerdoftherings.bsky.social for his run of episodes this season by throwing him into the deep end of a Live Q&A in the PPP Common Room for our 34th Questions After Nightfall! pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

LOTRO Myth-making At Its Finest: PPP Plays @officiallotro.bsky.social Livestream in which Alan and Druidsfire explore the myth-making Lord of the Rings Online incorporates in their game.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

407 – River of Dreams Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as we conclude our six-episode look at The History of Galadriel and Celeborn in Unfinished Tales. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

When Asking to See the Manager Goes Very, Very Wrong PPP Plays @officiallotro.bsky.social Livestream in which Nimillas seeks out the manager of this sinister establishment to raise some concerns... youtube.com/shorts/CxAuA...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

406 – The Longest Time Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as we return from our short break from The History of Galadriel and Celeborn to study a green gem and learn more about the Silvan Elves. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Happy Tolkien Reading Day! Observed every March 25 in honor of the destruction of the Ring and the downfall of Barad-dûr, this year's theme, as chosen by the Tolkien Society, is Unlikely Heroes. What will you be reading to celebrate?

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

405 – Tolkien Reading Day 2026 Join us for the PPP's 11th annual Tolkien Reading Day special. TRD is observed every March 25 in honor of the destruction of the Ring and the downfall of Barad-dûr. This year's theme, as chosen by the Tolkien Society, is Unlikely Heroes. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Folks, Alan is excited to announce that the PPP has been selected to join @officiallotro.bsky.social's Content Creator Program. This successful, long-running, faithful adaptation has often been discussed on the show (as early as episode 66, in the interview w/ Mike Drout, a contributor to the game).

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Follow the link to get 50% off a copy of the "Why We Love Middle-earth" audiobook! This promotion ends on 3/31. www.audiobooks.com/promotions/p...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

404 – Uptown Girl Join The Man of the West and the Sage of the South as we continue our deep dive into the story of Amroth and Nimrodel found in The History of Galadriel and Celeborn. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Tomorrow The Tolkien Professor is joining The Man of the West for a joint PPP Plays exploring LOTRO together, discussing lore, answering questions, and more! It starts at the usual time: 1p PDT / 3p CDT / 4p EDT / 8p GMT / 9p CET. Follow/subscribe on Twitch or YouTube and turn on notifications.

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

403 – Only the Good Die Young Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as Sauron has his way in Eregion in our third episode on The History of Galadriel and Celeborn. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

402 – All About Soul Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as we continue our futile quest for a consistent storyline in The History of Galadriel and Celeborn. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

401 – She's Got a Way Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as we embark on a six-part journey through The History of Galadriel and Celeborn from Unfinished Tales. pdst.fm/e/tracking.s...

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The Prancing Pony Podcast @prancingponypod.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Today, February 21st, marks the 10th anniversary of the PPP! Help us celebrate this special occasion by sharing something you love about the podcast, how you discovered it, a favorite episode or moment, etc. in the comments below!

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