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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings'

Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings'

David Yates

I've decided to read J.R.R. Tolkien's epic 'The Lord of the Rings' for my partner, who has never read the books. As this wonderful piece of art has influenced me in countless ways, I can't imagine a world (Middle Earth, or otherwise) without it. So, I thought I'd try and raise some money for those struggling to make their own magic due to the coronavirus outbreak!

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' - Chapter 25 - The Uruk-hai

Chapter 25 - The Uruk-hai

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03/05/22 • 50 min

Taken as prisoners, two of the Company find themselves captives and bound for a tower of promised torment. However, their captors can't seem to decide on exactly which tower would be best. Their indecision leads to their own pursuit, and as the knots fray within the already tenuous bonds of their captors, the captives make a plan to free themselves, worrying all the while about getting caught in the myriad crossfire...

READING BEGINS AT 4:58 -

Let me know whether you'd like to hear an attempt at a chronological reading by responding to the Question in the Community tab on Anchor, or Spotify, or reaching out via Messenger, or email.

If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a position to be able to do so, please think of sending some spare pennies to the following charity: https://www.dec.org.uk/appeal/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal

Credit to BBC Sound Effects for backgrounds and Elizabeth Bentson of Southpaw Artistry (@southpawartistry) for the cover art.

Contact: [email protected]

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' - Chapter 24 - The Riders of Rohan

Chapter 24 - The Riders of Rohan

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02/10/22 • 70 min

The Three Hunters track the host that have their captured friends. Along the way they encounter another host. Will they prove friend, or foe...

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Let me know whether you'd like to hear an attempt at a chronological reading by responding to the Poll in the Community tab on Anchor, or Spotify, or reaching out via Messenger, or email.

If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a position to be able to do so, please think of sending some spare pennies to the following charity: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/david-yates21

Credit to BBC Sound Effects for backgrounds and Elizabeth Bentson of Southpaw Artistry (@southpawartistry) for the cover art.

Contact: [email protected]

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' - Chapter 21 - The Great River

Chapter 21 - The Great River

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12/12/21 • 45 min

Taking to the Great River, the Company drifts towards inevitability. The decision about which way the Company should take becomes all too real as they float onwards, as does the ever-present dangers...
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If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a position to be able to do so, please think of sending some spare pennies to the following charity: https://www.kidsout.org.uk/donate/

Credit to BBC Sound Effects for backgrounds and Elizabeth Bentson of Southpaw Artistry for the cover art.
Contact: [email protected]

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' - Chapter 11 - A Knife in the Dark

Chapter 11 - A Knife in the Dark

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01/10/21 • 55 min

The Hobbits prepare themselves for a restless night, knowing the Black Riders are on their trail. With only Gandalf's letter to guide them, they agree to let the mysterious Strider lead them towards Rivendell. But danger is even closer than they first realised...

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If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a position to be able to do so, please think of sending some spare pennies to the following fundraiser: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/equity-benevolentfund

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' - Chapter 23 - The Departure of Boromir

Chapter 23 - The Departure of Boromir

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01/13/22 • 26 min

The Fellowship is fractured as Boromir undertakes a journey where none can follow. With the Hobbits disappearing in seemingly different directions, it's up to the remaining Company to decide on their best course of action...

READING BEGINS AT 4:25 -

If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a position to be able to do so, please think of sending some spare pennies to the following charity: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/david-yates21

Credit to BBC Sound Effects for backgrounds and Elizabeth Bentson of Southpaw Artistry (@southpawartistry) for the cover art. Contact: [email protected]

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' - Chapter 10 - Strider

Chapter 10 - Strider

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01/01/21 • 34 min

The Hobbits take time to recover after yet another 'accident' and try to learn more about the mysterious Ranger who appears to know a good deal about their business...

READING BEGINS AT 2:45.

If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a position to be able to do so, please think of sending some spare pennies to the following fundraiser: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/equity-benevolentfund

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' - Chapter 20 - Farewell to Lórien

Chapter 20 - Farewell to Lórien

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11/20/21 • 42 min

Finding some welcome respite from their travels, and their grief, underneath the eaves of Lothlórien, the Company must muster the fortitude to say farewell to the Golden Wood. Not least because they must soon decide on what direction they will take on the next stage of their journey...
- READING BEGINS AT 4:46 -

If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a position to be able to do so, please think of sending some spare pennies to the following charity: https://www.kidsout.org.uk/donate/

Credit to BBC Sound Effects for backgrounds and Elizabeth Bentson of Southpaw Artistry for the cover art.
Contact: [email protected]

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' - Chapter 19 - The Mirror of Galadriel

Chapter 19 - The Mirror of Galadriel

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09/28/21 • 44 min

Seeking shelter under the eaves of Lothlórien, the Company certainly find shelter and safety, but also find some unnerving questions being asked of themselves...

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If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a position to be able to do so, please think of sending some spare pennies to the following fundraisers: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/equity-benevolentfund.

Credit to BBC Sound Effects for backgrounds.
Contact: [email protected]

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' - Chapter 16 - A Journey in the Dark

Chapter 16 - A Journey in the Dark

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06/17/21 • 68 min

Deciding to take a much darker road than first planned, the Fellowship journey into Moria. Even on their approach, they notice the lands have become far less welcoming. Hoping to find news of Gimli's kin, Balin, they quickly hope simply to make it out the other side in one piece, and as one Company...

READING BEGINS AT 3:35 -

If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a position to be able to do so, please think of sending some spare pennies to the following fundraisers:

https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/equity-benevolentfund

https://www.facebook.com/donate/1945572582278426/

Credit to BBC Sound Effects for the backgrounds.

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' - Chapter 1 - A Long-expected Party

Chapter 1 - A Long-expected Party

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11/01/20 • 54 min

We begin as Bilbo turns one hundred and eleventy, while Frodo celebrates his coming of age. While all goes according to plan, more or less, not everything is completely expected...

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If you don't absolutely hate what you hear, and are in a position to be able to do so, please think of sending some spare pennies to the following fundraiser: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/equity-benevolentfund)

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Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' currently has 27 episodes available.

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The podcast is about Podcasts, Books and Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings'?

The episode title 'Chapter 25 - The Uruk-hai' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' is 46 minutes.

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Episodes of Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' are typically released every 10 days, 23 hours.

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The first episode of Tol' Tales: A Charity Reading Of 'The Lord of the Rings' was released on Oct 28, 2020.

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