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Tolkien on Tap

Tolkine on Tap
Lord Of the Rings
The Lord Of the Rings
Gil-Galad
Rings Of Power
Tolkien
Tolkien On Tap
J.R.R. Tolkien
Fan Edits
The Hobbit
Time Travel
The Rings Of Power
Frodo Baggins
Peter Jackson
Noldor
Silmarillion
The Trevor Project
Fan Theories
Kansas City, United States
Sindarin
Valar

Have some drinks and talk Tolkien

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Latest Episodes

Tara, Zay, Bree, and David give their panel at Westmoot 2026. After which see how we put everything together. Grab a drink and enjoy. Almien!

In this heavy episode (trigger warning) Jen and Lilly Join me to talk about all things depression and hope in Arda. From Éowyn, to Théoden, to Denethor, to Miriel Þerinde, and the entire line of Húrin. Grab a drink for comfort and enjoy. Almien!

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Krishane, Zay, and Matt the Tolkien Philosopher join me as we discuss faith and faith systems in Tolkien's works. Topics include: Túrin Sad Boy, how Tolkien treats suicide (trigger warning), and if Tolkien had written 2,000 years ago would we conside... more

In the conclusion of my discussion with Zak and Krishane we talk about the importance of media literacy, talk about eucatastrophe, and come to the conclusion that people need to leave Boromir alone. Grab a drink and Enjoy. Almien!

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Zach Vlogs
Filmmaker and editor, active member of the Tolkien editing community
Self-published content creator
Episode: Of Fan Edits (Part 3)
Jen Groves
Returning guest on Tolkien on Tap
Elvish Groves (content creator)
Episode: Of Adaptations (Part 1)
George Young
Returning guest on Tolkien on Tap
Tolkien content creator
Episode: Of Adaptations (Part 1)
Tom Racine
Artist and author of a Tolkien-inspired project
HarperCollins (via project)
Episode: Of The Live PRIDE Event
Alain Thiele
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Episode: Of Adaptation Vol II (Part 3)

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Like hanging out with my buds

    Love the episodes. It’s like hanging out with my buds at the pub and gushing about Tolkien.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caipie87
    Canadaa year ago

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Inclusive, open-minded discussions that welcome diverse viewpoints.
Feel like I'm chatting with friends who know their stuff.
Guests bring practical, craft-oriented insights into editing and fan work.
Great casual vibe that still tackles deep topics.

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Of Fan Edits (Part 1)
Q: What tools and techniques were central to your editing process?
Krishane details using KdenLive for the project, while Zak describes a broader editing toolkit including Windows Movie Maker early on and Final Cut Pro on Mac later, plus considerations for audio extraction, score transitions, and color grading to maintain storytelling flow.
Of Fan Edits (Part 1)
Q: How long did the editing take, from concept to final cut?
Krishane explains it spans about seven years intermittently, with long stretches of work followed by breaks, and emphasizes that the total time behind the project was substantial and measured more in years than continuous months.

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What is Tolkien on Tap about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, drink-fueled discussion circle that blends scholarly takes with playful banter around Tolkien's world, adaptations, fan-edits, and the broader fandom. Episodes swing between deep dives into faith, mythopoetics, and literary analysis, and lighter, craft-focused conversations about editing, fan culture, and how media choices shape audience experience. A recurring texture is the balance between staying true to source material and translating it for screens, stages, or online communities, often colored by personal anecdotes, humor, and a healthy sense of curiosity. Notable strengths include a welcoming, inclusive vibe, strong engagement with fan creativity, and a willingness to tackle provocative readings (queer readings, alternative ... more

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