Grab your mithril armor and your Valyrian steel sword. EW’s resident podcast nerds are uniting for a crossover episode, comparing the first seasons of House of the Dragon and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. West of Westeros hosts Nick Romano and Lauren Morgan join All Rings Considered hosts Devan Coggan and Christian Holub for a lively debate about the state of fantasy TV — from balrogs and dragons to harfoots and Hightowers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Rings of Power’ season 1 may be over, but EW is still talkin’ Tolkien. In this episode, hosts Devan Coggan and Christian Holub go over their 10 favorite moments from Peter Jackson’s iconic ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie trilogy. What does it mean to be a servant of the secret fire? How did Tolkien try to improve on Shakespeare’s Macbeth? All this and more in an episode that should help you prepare for any LOTR marathons this holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dark Lord is returning to his dark throne. Entertainment Weekly takes a deep dive into the explosive season 1 finale of ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.’ We break down the biggest reveals and most shocking moments — from Celebrimbor’s forge to Sauron’s return. Plus, cast members Charlie Vickers (Halbrand) and Daniel Weyman (the Stranger) join us to break down some of the finale’s biggest moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Rings of Power season finale looms, Entertainment Weekly breaks down episode 7, ‘The Eye.’ Joined by guest host Chuck Kerr, we look back at the season and chart the highlights of the penultimate episode, from the rise of Mordor to that that big reveal in Khazad-dûm. Later, Owain Arthur (Prince Durin IV) joins us to talk about mithril, beards, and the joys of elf/dwarf friendship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Battle rages in Middle-earth, and Entertainment Weekly is here to talk you through the ins and outs of Adar’s assault on the Southlands. Do orcs deserve their own place in the world? And is that big mountain on the horizon important at all? Plus, series stars Morfydd Clark (Galadriel) and Tyroe Muhafidin (Theo) talk us through their characters’ roles in the big battle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Entertainment Weekly sings our migration song as we ponder the possible identity of Sauron and explore the history of the elf/dwarf rivalry as it relates to The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power episode 5, “Partings.” Plus, Benjamin Walker (Gil-galad) returns to the show to discuss what the high elven king wants with the dwarves’ precious mithril Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Entertainment Weekly journeys from Númenor to Khazad-dûm, as we break down The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power episode 4, “The Great Wave.” We discuss Míriel’s vision and that Adar reveal, as we’re joined by two regal figures: Cynthia Addai-Robinson as Númenor’s queen regent Míriel and Sophia Nomvete as dwarven princess Disa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re setting sail for the grand island kingdom of Númenor, as we break down The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power episode 3. EW cohosts Devan Coggan and Christian Holub dive into all the episode’s new characters and locations, from the shores of Númenor to the trenches of the Southlands. Plus, we hear from cast members Lloyd Owen (Elendil) and Megan Richards (Poppy Proudfellow) as they share secrets from set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Middle-earth. In the first episode of Entertainment Weekly’s new podcast All Rings Considered, hosts Devan Coggan and Christian Holub break down the premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Together, we talk Tolkien and take a deep dive into the first two episodes — from the elven realm of Lindon to the depths of Khazad-dûm. Plus, we’re joined by Benjamin Walker, the High King Gil-galad himself, and executive producers Lindsey Weber and Callum Greene to talk all about the show’s journey to screens. Grab some lembas bread and join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you quite ready for another adventure? Join EW nerds Devan Coggan and Christian Holub as they talk Tolkien and geek out over The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Journey into Middle-earth with us as we bring you exclusive interviews and insight into the show, breaking down everything from Angmar to Zirakzigil. EW’s All Rings Considered launches September 2nd, 2022. Follow now so you don’t miss a ring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you quite ready for another adventure? In this special preview episode, EW’s resident nerds Devan Coggan and Christian Holub preview Amazon’s upcoming TV series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Join us as we talk Tolkien, breaking down everything from Devan’s recent reporting on the show to what you need to know before The Rings of Power premieres. https://ew.com/tv/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-rings-of-power-cover-story/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices