Episode 1: The Role of Adaptations 

We kick off the first episode of Tolkien with Friends by discussing the many ways adaptations have shaped how we see and interact with our respective fandoms, including Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones. Topics include:

• Why we started the podcast

• How we were introduced to Tolkien's works

• The ways in which adaptations may affect our thoughts around our favorite fandoms

• A few thoughts on Amazon's Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power TV show