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Sisters of the Shire Podcast

by Ashley and Abi

NewSisters of the Shire S2 E75- The Disaster of Gladden FieldsNovember 3, 2026 · 47 min

Episodes: 180
Released: every two weeks
Latest episode: Nov 3, 2026

About the podcast

Dive into Middle-earth with the 'Sisters of Tolkien' podcast! Join Abi and Ashley on an epic journey through J.R.R. Tolkien's lesser-known works, including The Silmarillion and The Unfinished Tales. Whether you're a Tolkien enthusiast or a newcomer, we've got you covered! Explore the depths of Tolkien's universe, all in bite-sized portions that fit into your busy schedule. Let's make Tolkien's world accessible and enjoyable together. Tune in for fun discussions, pronunciation struggles, and everything in between! Speak, friend, and enter into the magic of Middle-earth with us!

Episodes 180

Sisters of the Shire S2 E75- The Disaster of Gladden Fields
November 3, 202647 minSeason 2 · Episode 75
This week, we’re continuing The Disaster of the Gladden Fields in Unfinished Tales, and things are about to take a much darker turn! Isildur and his company find themselves vastly outnumbered by a relentless …
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This week, we’re continuing The Disaster of the Gladden Fields in Unfinished Tales, and things are about to take a much darker turn! Isildur and his company find themselves vastly outnumbered by a relentless force of Orcs, but the Númenóreans aren’t going down without a fight.
We’ll talk shield walls, the legendary shards of Narsil, and the increasingly desperate situation surrounding Isildur and the One Ring. What does Isildur finally realize about the Ring’s power, and what choices does he make when everything is on the line?
We’ll also follow the story beyond the battle, uncovering the mysteries left behind and some surprising discoveries made centuries later in Orthanc. Grab your tissues, because this chapter is a heartbreaking piece of Middle-earth history!
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E74- The Disaster of Gladden Fields
October 27, 202655 minSeason 2 · Episode 74
This week we begin a new chapter in The Unfinished Tales: The Disaster of the Gladden Fields! We’re heading into the early days of the Third Age to follow Isildur’s journey north, with plenty of Númenórean …
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This week we begin a new chapter in The Unfinished Tales: The Disaster of the Gladden Fields!
We’re heading into the early days of the Third Age to follow Isildur’s journey north, with plenty of Númenórean history, family drama, and some suspicious behavior along the way. Why did Isildur choose his particular route? Who exactly was Meneldil, and should we be suspicious of him? We’ll also uncover a fun connection between the Dúnedain and Hobbits before joining Isildur and his company on a journey that takes a very unexpected turn.
Grab your maps and walking shoes, because this trip through Middle-earth is about to get interesting!

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Sisters of the Shire S2 E73- The History of Galadriel and Celeborn
September 29, 20261 h 6 minSeason 2 · Episode 73
This week, we’re finally wrapping up “The History of Galadriel and Celeborn” with one last mysterious artifact: the Elessar, or Elf-stone!Where did this magical green jewel come from? Who made it? Why does it …
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This week, we’re finally wrapping up “The History of Galadriel and Celeborn” with one last mysterious artifact: the Elessar, or Elf-stone!
Where did this magical green jewel come from? Who made it? Why does it have the power to heal and restore? And how does it eventually make its way into the hands of Aragorn?
We’ll meet a legendary jewel-smith from Gondolin, revisit Eärendil’s complicated jewelry collection, hear two very different versions of the Elessar’s history, and uncover one particularly unexpected detail involving Celebrimbor and Galadriel.
And with that, we finally say goodbye to one of the most confusing, fascinating, and endlessly rewritten sections of Unfinished Tales!
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E72- The History of Galadriel and Celeborn
September 22, 20261 h 3 minSeason 2 · Episode 72
This week we begin a new chapter in The History of Galadriel and Celeborn with the story of Amroth and Nimrodel! We finally get to learn more about the mysterious Elf we’ve mentioned so many times before, along …
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This week we begin a new chapter in The History of Galadriel and Celeborn with the story of Amroth and Nimrodel! We finally get to learn more about the mysterious Elf we’ve mentioned so many times before, along with the history of Lórien and the Silvan Elves who called it home. And, of course, we meet Nimrodel, whose story has become one of the many beautiful legends woven into the history of Middle-earth. This section has romance, mystery, beautiful Tolkien lore, and—because this is Unfinished Tales—more than a few questions that Tolkien never quite gave us answers to. Come along as we try to piece together this fascinating little corner of Middle-earth!
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E71- The History of Galadriel and Celeborn
September 15, 20261 h 16 minSeason 2 · Episode 71
The Rings of Power have been made, and Sauron is ready to make his next move! This week we dive back into the ever-growing conflict of the Second Age as tensions rise between Sauron and the Elves. We’ll explore …
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The Rings of Power have been made, and Sauron is ready to make his next move! This week we dive back into the ever-growing conflict of the Second Age as tensions rise between Sauron and the Elves. We’ll explore the fate of Eregion, the growing alliances among the Elves, and some major moments that begin to shape the future of Middle-earth. There’s plenty of action, intrigue, and Tolkien lore ahead—but we’ll let you discover the rest when you listen!
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E70- The History of Galadriel and Celeborn
September 1, 202657 minSeason 2 · Episode 70
Sauron is making his move! This week we return to Eregion as Annatar finally begins using his many talents, identities, and questionable “arts” to get exactly what he wants. But while some Elven realms are …
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Sauron is making his move! This week we return to Eregion as Annatar finally begins using his many talents, identities, and questionable “arts” to get exactly what he wants. But while some Elven realms are quick to shut their doors to Sauron's influence, one is far more welcoming than they should be. Join us as we explore why Celebrimbor and the Gwaith-i-Mírdain were so vulnerable to Sauron's charms, why Galadriel was suspicious from the very beginning, and how one of Middle-earth's most important Elven realms became the next step in Sauron's dangerous plan. And of course, this episode leaves us with plenty of questions about a possible Elven revolt, a journey through Khazad-dûm, and one very stubborn Elf who absolutely refuses to enter the mansions of the Dwarves.
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E69- The History of Galadriel and Celeborn
August 11, 20261 h 6 minSeason 2 · Episode 69
This week we’re taking a break from Annatar’s story to explore how Galadriel and Celeborn came to call Lórien home! Join us as we trace the surprising history of one of Middle-earth’s most beloved realms, from …
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This week we’re taking a break from Annatar’s story to explore how Galadriel and Celeborn came to call Lórien home! Join us as we trace the surprising history of one of Middle-earth’s most beloved realms, from its many names and changing peoples to the famous golden mallorn trees that made it legendary. Along the way, we’ll untangle Tolkien’s ever-evolving geography, revisit the early journeys of the Elves, and discover how Khazad-dûm, Mirkwood, Fangorn, and even Númenor all played a part in Lórien’s story. It’s a map-heavy, lore-filled adventure that reveals just how much history can be hidden in a single Tolkien footnote!

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Sisters of the Shire S2 E68- The History of Galadriel and Celeborn
July 21, 202652 minSeason 2 · Episode 68
This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we're stepping into Galadriel and Celeborn's life together during the Second Age. Join us as we navigate Tolkien's famously complicated notes, explore the founding …
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This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we're stepping into Galadriel and Celeborn's life together during the Second Age. Join us as we navigate Tolkien's famously complicated notes, explore the founding of new Elven realms, uncover surprising connections with the Dwarves of Khazad-dûm, and revisit the mysterious origins of Celebrimbor. Along the way, we'll follow Galadriel as she begins to sense a growing shadow in the East—long before anyone realizes who is behind it. Expect lore, contradictions, maps, friendships, and plenty of Tolkien chaos as we unravel one of the most fascinating sections of Unfinished Tales.
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E67- The History of Galadriel and Celeborn
June 30, 20261 h 3 minSeason 2 · Episode 67
This week we're diving into one of Tolkien's biggest Galadriel mysteries: Who was Celeborn, and how did these two legendary Elves actually meet? As usual, the answer isn't exactly straightforward. We'll start …
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This week we're diving into one of Tolkien's biggest Galadriel mysteries: Who was Celeborn, and how did these two legendary Elves actually meet? As usual, the answer isn't exactly straightforward. We'll start with a quick timeline refresher before following Galadriel across Middle-earth, comparing Tolkien's ever-changing ideas, untangling conflicting accounts, and trying to make sense of one of the most fascinating puzzles in the legendarium. If you've ever wondered why Galadriel and Celeborn's story is so difficult to pin down, grab your maps and come along for the journey!
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E66- The History of Galadriel and Celeborn
June 23, 20261 h 4 minSeason 2 · Episode 66
This week we begin one of the most fascinating—and challenging—sections in Unfinished Tales: The History of Galadriel and Celeborn. Christopher Tolkien takes us through the many different versions of …
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This week we begin one of the most fascinating—and challenging—sections in Unfinished Tales: The History of Galadriel and Celeborn. Christopher Tolkien takes us through the many different versions of Galadriel's story, exploring how his father's ideas about her changed over time. Along the way, we'll revisit the early history of the Elves, the rebellion of the Noldor, and the events that led Galadriel to leave Valinor for Middle-earth. Why did she go? Why didn't she return? As it turns out, the answer depends on which version of the story you're reading! Join us as we dive into the complicated, contradictory, and endlessly fascinating history of one of Tolkien's greatest characters.
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E65- The Line of Elros Kings of Numenor
June 16, 20261 h 26 minSeason 2 · Episode 65
This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we tackle one of Tolkien’s most unexpectedly fascinating deep dives: The Line of Elros: Kings of Númenor. What starts as a dynastic record quickly turns into the …
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This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we tackle one of Tolkien’s most unexpectedly fascinating deep dives: The Line of Elros: Kings of Númenor. What starts as a dynastic record quickly turns into the ultimate royal family saga—complete with lore-obsessed scholars, star-gazing kings, sea-loving adventurers, stubborn queens, power-hungry rulers, family drama, questionable life choices, and a steadily rising doom meter. Join us as we journey through all 25 rulers of Númenor, from the golden age of Elros Tar-Minyatur to the catastrophic reign of Ar-Pharazôn, breaking down the highlights, the history, and the warning signs everyone should have noticed sooner. If you've ever wondered how the greatest kingdom of Men went from paradise to sinking beneath the sea, this episode is for you. Expect laughs, Tolkien lore, royal chaos, and a countdown to one of Middle-earth’s most legendary disasters.
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Sisters of the Shire BONUS EPISODE 4th Birthday!!
June 2, 20261 h 6 minBonus
Four years?! Somehow we've been talking about Tolkien long enough to celebrate another podcast birthday, and this year we're marking the occasion with a special bonus episode! Join us as we share our first-ever …
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Four years?! Somehow we've been talking about Tolkien long enough to celebrate another podcast birthday, and this year we're marking the occasion with a special bonus episode!
Join us as we share our first-ever reactions to The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim—the moments we loved, the things that surprised us, and a few thoughts that may or may not change after future rewatches.
Fair warning: we intentionally recorded before diving into timelines, lore deep-dives, or research, so these are our completely unfiltered first impressions.
Then the celebration continues with a Tolkien-themed game of Jeopardy! Play along with us and see if you can beat our scores. Bonus points if you immediately knew the answer to Abi's tricky question that we absolutely could not remember in the moment. Thank you for spending the last four years journeying through Middle-earth with us—we couldn't have done it without you!
P.S. Ashley would like the record to show that she is aware that Thengel was Théoden's father, not his grandfather. (He was Éowyn's grandfather, which is where the wires got crossed.) Sorry! Nobody's perfect.

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Sisters of the Shire S2 E64- Aldarion and Erendis
May 19, 202657 minSeason 2 · Episode 64
We are FINALLY reaching the end of Aldarion and Erendis… and somehow the drama only gets worse. This episode has everything: Númenórean succession chaos, Tolkien quietly setting up the first “Shadow” of Sauron …
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We are FINALLY reaching the end of Aldarion and Erendis… and somehow the drama only gets worse. This episode has everything: Númenórean succession chaos, Tolkien quietly setting up the first “Shadow” of Sauron, stubborn royal family feuds, runaway princesses, sheep disguises, secret identities, surprise romance, petty revenge, and one of the smoothest lines ever delivered in Tolkien’s legendarium. We follow Ancalimë as she grows from the fiercely independent daughter of Aldarion and Erendis into one of the most complicated rulers Númenor would ever see — and along the way we uncover just how much of her parents she inherited… for better or worse. Plus, we end with one of the most haunting and unfinished endings Tolkien ever wrote.https://linktr.ee/sistersoftheshirepodcast

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Sisters of the Shire S2 E63- Aldarion and Erendis
May 12, 202654 minSeason 2 · Episode 63
In this episode, we tackle the final stretch of Aldarion and Erendis—affectionately known as “The Further Course of the Narrative”…or, more accurately, Tolkien’s collection of notes, gaps, and contradictions …
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In this episode, we tackle the final stretch of Aldarion and Erendis—affectionately known as “The Further Course of the Narrative”…or, more accurately, Tolkien’s collection of notes, gaps, and contradictions. As we piece together what we can, we follow a newly crowned king who immediately heads back to sea, a questionable eagle “figure” taking center stage, and a haven that just won’t cooperate with the ocean. Along the way, we meet the wonderfully complex Ancalimë, revisit Erendis’ strong opinions, and wonder who exactly was in charge of Númenor while Aldarion was off doing his thing. It’s messy, incomplete, and surprisingly fun to unravel.
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E62- Aldarion and Erendis
May 5, 20261 h 3 minSeason 2 · Episode 62
This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, tensions are HIGH as Aldarion returns home… and immediately chooses drama. After a few days of brooding, burning things (as one does), and working himself into a …
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This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, tensions are HIGH as Aldarion returns home… and immediately chooses drama. After a few days of brooding, burning things (as one does), and working himself into a state, he finally confronts Daddy Meneldur—and let’s just say, this is not a calm father-son chat. We break down icy glares, sharp words, and a whole lot of audacity, while asking the real questions: who’s actually in the wrong here, and why is communication apparently impossible in Númenor? Just when you think it can’t get more chaotic, unexpected decisions are made, letters are sent, and reactions are… not what anyone anticipated. It’s messy, it’s emotional, and honestly? We are HERE FOR IT!
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E61- Aldarion and Erendis
April 21, 202656 minSeason 2 · Episode 61
This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we finally crack open that letter—and trust us, it was worth the wait. What starts as a quiet moment quickly unfolds into something far bigger, pulling us into …
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This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we finally crack open that letter—and trust us, it was worth the wait. What starts as a quiet moment quickly unfolds into something far bigger, pulling us into tension, mystery, and a whole lot of “wait…WHAT?” Along the way, we unpack surprising revelations, question a few questionable choices (as usual), and connect some fascinating dots that might just change how you see everything leading up to this moment. There’s drama, there’s lore, there’s a little chaos—and of course, plenty of commentary you won’t want to miss. Come join us as we dive in…because things are definitely not as simple as they seem.https://linktr.ee/sistersoftheshirepodcast

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Sisters of the Shire S2 E60- Aldarion and Erendis
March 31, 202652 minSeason 2 · Episode 60
This week on the Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we return to Númenor where young Ancalimë’s world begins to expand in unexpected ways, leading to some curious encounters and even more curious questions. As …
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This week on the Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we return to Númenor where young Ancalimë’s world begins to expand in unexpected ways, leading to some curious encounters and even more curious questions. As Erendis holds firmly to the life she’s built, the long shadow of Aldarion’s choices lingers—and when news begins to stir, you can feel the tension building. With quiet moments, sharp words, and just a hint of coming confrontation, this chapter sets the stage for something you won’t want to miss.

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Sisters of the Shire S2 E59- Aldarion and Erendis
March 24, 202645 minSeason 2 · Episode 59
This week on the Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we return to Númenor where young Ancalimë’s world begins to expand in unexpected ways, leading to some curious encounters and even more curious questions. As …
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This week on the Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we return to Númenor where young Ancalimë’s world begins to expand in unexpected ways, leading to some curious encounters and even more curious questions. As Erendis holds firmly to the life she’s built, the long shadow of Aldarion’s choices lingers—and when news begins to stir, you can feel the tension building. With quiet moments, sharp words, and just a hint of coming confrontation, this chapter sets the stage for something you won’t want to miss.
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E58- Aldarion and Erendis
March 17, 202653 minSeason 2 · Episode 58
On this week’s episode of the Sisters of the Shire Podcast, the calm domestic life of Aldarion and Erendis is…well, not so calm anymore. As little Ancalimë approaches her fourth birthday, old tensions resurface …
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On this week’s episode of the Sisters of the Shire Podcast, the calm domestic life of Aldarion and Erendis is…well, not so calm anymore. As little Ancalimë approaches her fourth birthday, old tensions resurface and the sea begins calling Aldarion once again. What follows is a mix of awkward conversations, emotional goodbyes, questionable decision-making, and at least one very dramatic exit. Meanwhile, Erendis reaches a breaking point and makes a move that will shape Ancalimë’s childhood in ways no one quite expected. Join us as we unpack the drama, the heartbreak, and the very strong opinions surrounding one of Númenor’s most complicated marriages.

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Sisters of the Shire S2 E57- Aldarion and Erendis
March 10, 20261 h 6 minSeason 2 · Episode 57
On this episode of The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, the long-awaited wedding of Aldarion and Erendis finally arrives—complete with songs in every street and the promise of a beautiful spring beginning. But …
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On this episode of The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, the long-awaited wedding of Aldarion and Erendis finally arrives—complete with songs in every street and the promise of a beautiful spring beginning. But before we can even admire the decorations (thanks, Tolkien…), the newlyweds are already off on a leisurely honeymoon tour of Númenor that turns into one very memorable stop in Andúnië. Elves arrive bearing mysterious gifts, rare flowers crown the party guests, and the celebrations feel almost too magical to be real. Meanwhile, small moments and curious conversations hint that beneath all the romance, things between our royal couple may not be quite as perfect as they seem… especially when ships, trees, and the Sea start creeping back into the story.
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E56- Aldarion and Erendis
February 24, 202649 minSeason 2 · Episode 56
Quick note up top: we owe you a small apology for the audio quality this week due to some technical hiccups—thanks for bearing with us 💛On this episode of The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, things seem oddly …
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Quick note up top: we owe you a small apology for the audio quality this week due to some technical hiccups—thanks for bearing with us 💛
On this episode of The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, things seem oddly calm for Aldarion—no sailing, no wedding talk, and far too much time spent with his ship-loving friends—which of course means something is about to go sideways. A well-meaning father steps in, old tensions resurface, and Aldarion once again wrestles with the idea of committing to just one path. It’s a quietly messy, emotionally charged stretch of the story, full of stubborn choices, awkward conversations, and the Sea looming just offstage.

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Sisters of the Shire S2 E55- Aldarion and Erendis
February 17, 202645 minSeason 2 · Episode 55
This episode lingers in a quieter chapter of Aldarion and Erendis—one shaped by parental involvement, careful silences, meaningful gifts, and time spent in sacred places. We explore half-reconciliations, poetic …
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This episode lingers in a quieter chapter of Aldarion and Erendis—one shaped by parental involvement, careful silences, meaningful gifts, and time spent in sacred places. We explore half-reconciliations, poetic words that don’t quite settle anything, and why moments of peace in Númenor often feel delicate rather than secure. It’s gentle on the surface, emotionally complicated underneath, with the sea waiting patiently in the background.

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Sisters of the Shire BONUS EPISODE Fan Expo 2026
February 10, 20261 h 1 minBonus
*VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE*This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we’re still riding the high from an absolute blast at Fan Expo Portland — because yes, we met the Hobbits in real life and …
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This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we’re still riding the high from an absolute blast at Fan Expo Portland — because yes, we met the Hobbits in real life and we are not emotionally recovered. We’re sharing what the convention was like, the moments that made us lose all composure, the unexpected highlights, and why Tolkien fans might just be the best people on the planet. From celebrity encounters to nerdy joy overload, this episode is a cozy, chaotic recap of a weekend that felt straight out of every Tolkien Nerd's dream. Settle in, laugh along with us, and relive the magic of Fan Expo Portland through our very excited, very hobbit-struck eyes.
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Sisters of the Shire BONUS EPISODE LOTR 25th Anniversary
February 3, 202638 minBonus
This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, you get a special mini-sode as Abi and I talk about how we each marked the Lord of the Rings 25th anniversary in our own ways—and what stood out to us when we …
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This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, you get a special mini-sode as Abi and I talk about how we each marked the Lord of the Rings 25th anniversary in our own ways—and what stood out to us when we revisited the films yet again. We’re diving into tiny background details, moments that feel different with time, and the sheer staying power of a story we keep coming back to. Come celebrate the anniversary with us, reminisce about Middle-earth, and indulge in a little cinematic nostalgia along the way.

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Sisters of the Shire Into the Heart of Middle Earth Promo with Kaitlyn Facista
January 27, 20261 h 1 minBonus
VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we’re sitting down with author Kaitlyn Facista to talk about her beautiful new book, Into the Heart of Middle-earth. This …
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VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE
This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we’re sitting down with author Kaitlyn Facista to talk about her beautiful new book, Into the Heart of Middle-earth. This isn’t your typical Tolkien companion or literary deep dive. Kaitlyn describes her work as “a spiritual journey for the hobbit at heart,” a way of wandering through Middle-earth while also learning something quietly meaningful about yourself along the way. You can’t read this book without feeling her heart on every page—she isn’t trying to lecture so much as gently guide, holding your hand and directing your gaze toward the hope and life lessons hidden within Tolkien’s world.
Into the Heart of Middle-earth is available for preorder now, with a release date of 02/20/26.
Sisters of the Shire S2 E54- Aldarion and Erendis
January 20, 202644 minSeason 2 · Episode 54
Aldarion is finally back in Númenor after fourteen years away, and while he pretends everything is fine, the island has other ideas—especially when Erendis keeps coming up in ways he absolutely did not plan …
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Aldarion is finally back in Númenor after fourteen years away, and while he pretends everything is fine, the island has other ideas—especially when Erendis keeps coming up in ways he absolutely did not plan for. He throws himself into fixing ships, reopening shipyards, and getting very invested in the state of Númenor’s trees, all while carefully not admitting how much he’s missed her. When their paths cross again, things quickly slide into that familiar mix of longing, awkwardness, and wildly different ideas of what a good life looks like.
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Sisters of the Shire S2 E53- Aldarion and Erendis
January 13, 202651 minSeason 2 · Episode 53
Aldarion is building enormous ships, refusing to settle down, and repeatedly sailing off much to his father’s growing frustration. King Meneldur finds himself increasingly disquieted as the Queen quietly nudges …
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Aldarion is building enormous ships, refusing to settle down, and repeatedly sailing off much to his father’s growing frustration. King Meneldur finds himself increasingly disquieted as the Queen quietly nudges events along, Erendis keeps crossing Aldarion’s path at just the wrong moments, and Númenórean traditions and superstitions turn every departure into a much bigger deal than expected. Between forbidden blessings, symbolic green boughs, awkward gifts, and tense family conversations, emotions are running high and the sea itself feels a little less predictable than usual. Join us as we unpack rebellion, tradition, and slow-burning tension in Númenor—where love, duty, and wanderlust are all on a collision course.https://linktr.ee/sistersoftheshirepodcast

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Sisters of the Shire S2 E52- Aldarion and Erendis
January 6, 202659 minSeason 2 · Episode 52
In this episode, we detour into a delightfully dramatic footnote about the Númenóreans popping back into Middle-earth after centuries away and accidentally freaking everyone out just a little. Then it’s back to …
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In this episode, we detour into a delightfully dramatic footnote about the Númenóreans popping back into Middle-earth after centuries away and accidentally freaking everyone out just a little. Then it’s back to Númenor, where a prince who cannot quit the Sea, a dad who would really like him to stay home and learn king stuff, and a growing band of enthusiastic sailors keep missing each other completely. Add in feasts, shiny new titles, ever-bigger ships, and one quietly important newcomer, and you’ve got a story full of lore, family tension, and some truly impressive levels of maritime stubbornness—all with the sense that this is only the beginning.
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Sisters of the Shire CHRISTMAS Bonus Episode 2025
December 23, 202537 minBonus
This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we’re bringing you a special bonus Christmas episode that trades epic quests for hot cocoa and childhood wonder as we dive into Tolkien’s Letters from Father …
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This week on The Sisters of the Shire Podcast, we’re bringing you a special bonus Christmas episode that trades epic quests for hot cocoa and childhood wonder as we dive into Tolkien’s Letters from Father Christmas. This is an episode made for indulging your inner child—and maybe sharing with the actual children in your life—as Ashley and her daughter Lizzie take turns reading selections from the letters, while Abi and Ashley pause to discuss the unmistakable Tolkien-ness woven through every polar bear mishap and goblin-infested snowdrift. We talk about what these letters reveal about Tolkien as a father, a storyteller, and a world-builder, and why this small, playful corner of his writing still feels so magical. Settle in by the fire and join us for a Christmas episode that’s more North Pole chaos than Middle-earth catastrophe.

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Sisters of the Shire S2 E51- Aldarion and Erendis
December 16, 202558 minSeason 2 · Episode 51
We’re kicking off Aldarion and Erendis: The Mariner’s Wife with a story full of stars, ships, and Númenórean family tension. This episode introduces Meneldur, a future king who prefers stargazing to ruling, and …
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We’re kicking off Aldarion and Erendis: The Mariner’s Wife with a story full of stars, ships, and Númenórean family tension. This episode introduces Meneldur, a future king who prefers stargazing to ruling, and his son Aldarion, who is far more interested in the sea than the throne. With legendary sailors, famous Elves, and the irresistible pull of the ocean, we explore how a simple love of sailing might become something much bigger—and far more complicated.

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