
Stephen Colbert
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Notable books mentioned: Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, Unfinished Tales

Stephen Colbert mentions Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien and Unfinished Tales with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.
I can't get enough of it.
All of this behind me on this shelf is Tolkien commentary or the Unfinished Tales.
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Books Mentioned
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“It's a Lord of the Rings book, I think. One volume, Red Book of Westmarch edition of the Lord of the Rings. I love it. I can't get enough of it.”
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“All of this behind me on this shelf is Tolkien commentary or the Unfinished Tales. Like, you know, the Fall of Gondolin or the Children of Urn.”
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The host mentions the book 'Lord of the Rings' to highlight a shared passion with their guest, Stephen Colbert. This connection emphasizes the cult…

The host mentions 'Unfinished Tales' while discussing Stephen Colbert's love for the Lord of the Rings franchise. This reference highlights Colbert…
Movies & Documentaries Mentioned
One Battle After Another
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Lord of the Rings
“The conversation references the Lord of the Rings movies and the swords used in them, highlighting their significance and connection to the franchise.”