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Session 175: Of Squirrels and Tom Bombadil Feb 27, 2021

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ELOTR 175: Council of Elrond Session 51
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In which we discuss what the “change of days,” is for Tom Bombadil. Chief Councilor, Erestor has a suggestion about leaving The Ring with Tom. Gandalf says it’s a bad idea, but would that actually be the case? Could any Free Person be a completely perfect ringbearer?

Field Trip: Vales of Anduin

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Session 174: The Beginning of the End of the Council Feb 21, 2021

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174: Council of Elrond Session 50

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In which we backtrack to Gandalf’s description of his relationship with Shadowfax. As his narrative come to an end, Gandalf announces that “The Tale is told from first to last.” Again, we’re reminded that the hand of Fate and Providence is at play that all the players have arrived just before curtain up. Gandalf asks what is to be done with the Ring. Elrond misses his cue and starts on a non sequitur, or could it be something else?

Field Trip: Rhosgobel

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Session 173: Gandalf's Story Comes to an End Feb 10, 2021

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173: Council of Elrond Session 49 02/02/21

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In which we break down Gandalf’s path post-Weathertop back to Rivendell. Was it a wild-goose chase into the Ettenmoores? What did he hope to accomplish and what of the riders? Providence, doublespeak and more as Gandalf finishes his narrative. Why did Gandalf keep this long narrative until the Council instead of telling Frodo in his room?

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Session 172: The Further Difficulties of the Witchking Feb 02, 2021

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172: Council of Elrond Session 48 01/26

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In which Gandalf recounts the Nazguul’s infiltration of Bree, and their “starting lineup” and travel itinerary. We debate the Nazguul’s “Plan Bree” and their ultimate goal, Gandalf’s wild ride to Weathertop and The Witch King’s perspective of Frodo’s flight to Rivendell. Also, how unlucky are the Nazguul that they keep running into the Noldorin?

Field Trip: Duskenvale Glandin

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Session 171: Gandalf Contributes to the Witchking's Troubles Jan 22, 2021

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171: Council of Elrond Session 47 01/19

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In which we discuss the evolution of Butterburr’s name, and we learn the fate of the forgetful innkeeper. The nature of Gandalf’s blessing that made his beer fit for a King. And we contemplate Aragorn’s alter-ego Strider,

Field Trip: Gladdenmere

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Session 170: Retracing Frodo's Steps, Quickly Jan 16, 2021

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Tonight, we get Gandalf's return in haste to the Shire and Bree. Will he pick up any decoy hobbits? Will he melt any butter?

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Session 169: Rohan Rumblings Jan 08, 2021

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Join the Tolkien Professor as he kicks off year five of the most in-depth Lord of Rings class of all time. Tonight, we watch as Boromir interrupts the Council of Elrond once more!

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Session 168: Introduction to the Horse Lords Dec 21, 2020

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168: Council of Elrond Session 44 12/15

In which we disambiguate Tolkien's use of "try and" and "try to." Rohan bursts into the narrative, and we discuss the potential source of the rumor that the Rohirrim are selling horses to Mordor.

Field Trip: Blómgard (Vales of Anduin)

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Session 167: Radagast - Moth Dec 15, 2020

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167: Council of Elrond Session 43 12/08

In which we see Radaghast’s curtain call, as Sauruman’s pawn. The Eagles evolve from talking fairytale animals to agents of angels. The Wind Lord, Gwaihir rescues Gandalf after an entire summer stuck in Orthanc’s tower. Deus Ex Aquila: the eagles do seem to specialize in rescuing virtuous people (and their corpses) from “Sticky Wickeds,” don’t they?

HOMEWORK: Find instances of “To try to” and “To try and” and we’ll examine it next time.

Field Trip: Vales of Anduin, Blomgard

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Session 166: A Dream Rescue Dec 03, 2020

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166: Council of Elrond Session 42 12/01

In which we discuss what Saruman’s sacrificed for absolutely no ring. Frodo interrupts again, with his vision of Gandalf at Bombadill’s house. No one seems to care much, since everyone else is also getting divine dreams. Also does Tolkien hate spiders?

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Field Trip: Vales of Anduin, Avabarg, Sharkey’s Slough (Gladden)

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