Podcast Episodes

372 – Little Red Dragon

Gandalf worries that the dragon Sauron might use with terrible effect; Sara worries that the bad jokes Alan might use with terrible effect. Join The Man of the West and The Shieldmaiden of Rohan as w…

Published on 4 months ago

371 – When Dwarves Cry

Season 9 Episode 31

A deep dive into Tolkien’s oldest stories about the Dwarves uncovers all sorts of interesting details, as Alan hands the reins of the PPP to Sara for her expertise on the Dwarves. Join The Man of the…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

370 – Take Me With U, Legolas

Season 9 Episode 29

They say that Gandalf is wise and knows more than any other of what goes on in the world; they say Alan can sometimes do math. Join The Man of the West and The Shieldmaiden of Rohan as we continue ou…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

369 – Party Like it’s (Third Age) 1999

Season 9 Episode 29

Thráin escapes the Balrog in Moria and establishes Erebor; Sara can’t escape Alan and the PPP quite yet, despite her best efforts. Join The Man of the West and The Shieldmaiden of Rohan as we begin a…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

368 – If You Leave Me Now

Season 9 Episode 28

After a long reign as King, Aragorn finally takes his rest, and a great beauty was revealed in him; after a season of the PPP, Alan takes a week off, and… well, the comparison ends there. Join The Ma…

Published on 5 months ago

367 – Hard to Say I’m Sorry

Season 9 Episode 27

After years away doing errantry, Aragorn returns to Rivendell, looking like an Elf-lord. After a week away doing a few errands, Alan returns to the Common Room, looking much the same. Join The Man of…

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

366 – You’re the Inspiration

Season 9 Episode 26

Gilraen’s mom and dad have differing opinions on whether she should marry Arathorn; Alan and Sara just have differing opinions. Join The Man of the West and The Shieldmaiden of Rohan as we begin a tw…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

365 – QAN 30

It’s time to come into the Common Room with The Man of the West and The Shieldmaiden of Rohan as we answer listener questions again in our 30th Questions After Nightfall! From the necessity of real-w…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

364 – Tolkien Reading Day 2025

Season 9 Episode 24

Join the Tolkien fandom and community — along with The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark — for the PPP’s 10th annual Tolkien Reading Day, observed every March 25 in honor of the destruction of…

Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago

363 – Til You Find Your… Ancient & Military Historian?

Season 9 Episode 23

The Man of the West bids farewell to The Nerd of the Rings, as they welcome everyone’s favorite ancient and military historian back to the PPP: Dr. Bret Devereaux, author of A Collection of Unmitigat…

Published on 6 months ago