Stay ConnectedEmbark upon a wondrous journey through the realms of Middle-earth and beyond with the Tolkien Road, a podcast dedicated to the enchanting tales and writings of JRR Tolkien. Come, join John, Greta, and our mighty Fellowship as we delve deep into the magic that lingers within the pages of these timeless legends.
And always remember: DO NOT BE HASTY!!!
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road–5222755/support.
Copyright: © Copyright 2015-2022 True Myths Press
With Melkor having been imprisoned, Valinor enters a long era of peace. To Finwë, High King of the Noldor, a son is born: Fëanor, the “Spirit of Fire”, whose destiny is bound up with the fate of many. And all the while, a perilous shadow grows upon the Blessed Realm…
WATCH THE VIDEO » https://youtu.be/JlOJNE0mBE0
The audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham
QUOTE OF THE WEEK » "But they obeyed the judgement of Manwë; for those who will defend authority against rebellion must not themselves rebel."
In Chapter 6, we’ll learn:
- Of the birth of Fëanor, the creator of the Silmarils
- Of the “death” of his mother Miriel, and the consequences thereof
- Of Finwë’s remarriage, and the birth of Fëanor’s half-brothers
- Of Melkor’s release from captivity after 3 long ages.
CONTENTS
- Quote of the Week » 8:10
- The Noontide of the Blessed Realm » 12:36
- How Long Was Melkor Imprisoned? » 13:30
- Birth of Fëanor / Passing of Miriel » 18:40
- Fëanor Weds Nerdanel » 31:45
- Finwë Remarries, Birth of Fingolfin and Finarfin » 33:15
- Was Manwë Right To Pardon Melkor? » 41:10
- Haiku » 58:00
HELPFUL LINKS:
- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » https://www.audibletrial.com/everon
- buy The Silmarillion » https://amzn.to/3FOKAY5
- buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » https://amzn.to/3KLOxQa
- buy Tolkien's Requiem » https://tolkiensrequiem.com/
- buy Tolkien's Overture » https://tolkiensoverture.com/
- Timeline of Arda » https://lotr.fandom.com/wiki/Timeline_of_Arda
- Episode 13 » Silmarillion 2015 » Ch 6 » Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor » https://youtu.be/ST_UANjteJs
- Episode 211 » Concerning the White Trees » https://www.tolkienroad.com/0211-the-white-trees-of-gondor/
SPECIAL THANKS:
- John R
- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
- Jacob Lockham
- Ms. Anonymous
- Andrew T
- Redhawk
- Shannon S
- Brian O
- Emilio P
- Zeke F
- James A
- James L
- Chris L
- Chuck F
- Asya V
- Ish of the Hammer
- Teresa C
- David of Pints with Jack
- Jonathan D
- Eric S
- Joey S
- Eric B
- Johanna T
- Mike M
- Robert H
- Paul D
- Julia
- Werty
- Matthew W
- JoeBagelMan
- Chris K
- Jacob S
AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH (MARCH OF 2022): Kaitlyn of Tea WithTolkien, Paul D, Daria, Stephen S, Jay Z, Andrew T, Bethany E, Daniel Delaney
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.
With 3 groups of Elves - the Vanyar, Noldor, and Teleri - having arrived on the threshold of the Great Sea, they must make the final leg of their journey to the Land of the Valar, Aman, and will do so by extraordinary means. Once they arrive, they will establish their own kingdoms within the Blessed Realm.
WATCH THE VIDEO » https://youtu.be/E8Bl86m5Y9k
The audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons! https://patreon.com/tolkienroad
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham
In Chapter 5, we’ll learn:
- How the Elves came across the sea to the Blessed Realm
- The names of the kingdoms they established for themselves
- The names of key Elven figures, and their relations to one another.
CONTENTS:
- How to pronounce "Eldamar" and "Eldalië"? » 5:40
- Ulmo & the Island Ship » 11:30
- Teleri, Sindar, and Falathrim » 17:05
- Teleri & Tol Eressea » 26:30
- The Lords of the Noldor » 36:10
- Final Journey of the Teleri » 43:25
HELPFUL LINKS:
- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » https://www.audibletrial.com/everon
- buy The Silmarillion » https://amzn.to/3FOKAY5
- buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » https://amzn.to/3KLOxQa
- buy Tolkien's Requiem » https://tolkiensrequiem.com/
- buy Tolkien's Overture » https://tolkiensoverture.com/
- Timeline of Arda » https://lotr.fandom.com/wiki/Timeline_of_Arda
- Episode 12 » Of Eldamar and the Princes of the Eldalië 2015 » https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpNF6yTlHjI
- Episode 211 » Concerning the White Trees » https://www.tolkienroad.com/0211-the-white-trees-of-gondor/
SPECIAL THANKS:
- John R
- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
- Jacob Lockham
- Ms. Anonymous
- Andrew T
- Redhawk
- Shannon S
- Brian O
- Emilio P
- Zeke F
- James A
- James L
- Chris L
- Chuck F
- Asya V
- Ish of the Hammer
- Teresa C
- David of Pints with Jack
- Jonathan D
- Eric S
- Joey S
- Eric B
- Johanna T
- Mike M
- Robert H
- Paul D
- Julia
- Werty
- Matthew W
- JoeBagelMan
- Chris K
- Jacob S
AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH (MARCH OF 2022): Kaitlyn of Tea WithTolkien, Paul D, Daria, Stephen S, Jay Z, Andrew T, Bethany E, Daniel Delaney
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.
With Melkor imprisoned in Mandos and the Elves on the way to the Blessed Realm, we pause to consider a BRIEF love story that lays the groundwork for a considerably EPIC love story later in The Silmarillion. Like Chapter 2, Chapter 4 doesn’t so much advance the plot from the previous chapter as it provides explanatory detail that will come into play much later.
WATCH THE VIDEO » https://youtu.be/z1a3ELPMuqw
The audio of this episode was released 3 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham
ARTWORK » https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80/art/Nan-Elmoth-551617631 by kimberly80 (https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80)
In Chapter 4, we'll learn:
- Of the nature of Melian the Maia
- Of Elwë, and his lingering in Beleriand
- Of the Grey-Elves
CONTENTS:
- Melian the Maia » 5:35
- "Enchantment" » 8:38
- Elwë / Thingol » 19:45
- Thingol and Melian Meet » 26:20
- The Grey-Elves » 37:40
- Haiku » 43:48
HELPFUL LINKS:
- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » https://www.audibletrial.com/everon
- buy The Silmarillion » https://amzn.to/3FOKAY5
- buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » https://amzn.to/3KLOxQa
- buy Tolkien's Requiem » https://tolkiensrequiem.com/
- buy Tolkien's Overture » https://tolkiensoverture.com/
- Timeline of Arda » https://lotr.fandom.com/wiki/Timeline_of_Arda
- Episode 9 » Of Thingol and Melian 2015 » https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AX2Ayhfr1pE
SPECIAL THANKS:
- John R
- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
- Jacob Lockham
- Ms. Anonymous
- Andrew T
- Redhawk
- Shannon S
- Brian O
- Emilio P
- Zeke F
- James A
- James L
- Chris L
- Chuck F
- Asya V
- Ish of the Hammer
- Teresa C
- David of Pints with Jack
- Jonathan D
- Eric S
- Joey S
- Eric B
- Johanna T
- Mike M
- Robert H
- Paul D
- Julia
- Werty
- Matthew W
- JoeBagelMan
- Chris K
AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH (MARCH OF 2022): Kaitlyn of Tea WithTolkien, Paul D, Daria, Stephen S, Jay Z, Andrew T, Bethany E, Daniel Delaney
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.
During our Feb 2022 Livestream, we discussed all of the controversies surround The Rings Of Power, our journey thus far in The Silmarillion, and a bunch of amazing correspondence from you, our amazing Fellowship!
The audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!
WATCH THE VIDEO » https://youtu.be/fGfLBgNy5hA
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R, Jacob Lockham
SPECIAL THANKS:
- John R
- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
- Jacob Lockham
- Ms. Anonymous
- Andrew T
- Redhawk
- Shannon S
- Brian O
- Emilio P
- Zeke F
- James A
- James L
- Chris L
- Chuck F
- Asya V
- Ish of the Hammer
- Teresa C
- David of Pints with Jack
- Jonathan D
- Eric S
- Joey S
- Eric B
- Johanna T
- Mike M
- Robert H
- Paul D
- Julia
- Werty
- Matthew W
- JoeBagelMan
- Chris K
AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH (FEBRUARY OF 2022): Sarah W, Dyreanir, Robert H, Jon R, Ish of the Hammer, Cat L, Asya V, David Bigwood, Sarah M, Eric B, Chuck F
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.
Amazon plans to "compress" the 3,500 year timeline of the Second Age into a "single point in time". There are so many problems with this, and in this video I'm beginning to explore all of those problems.
Let's talk about this in the comments!
From https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/02/amazon-the-rings-of-power-series-first-look:
'In the novels, the aforementioned things take place over thousands of years, but Payne and McKay have compressed events into a single point in time. It is their biggest deviation from the text, and they know it’s a big swing. “We talked with the Tolkien estate,” says Payne. “If you are true to the exact letter of the law, you are going to be telling a story in which your human characters are dying off every season because you’re jumping 200 years in time, and then you’re not meeting really big, important canon characters until season four. Look, there might be some fans who want us to do a documentary of Middle-earth, but we’re going to tell one story that unites all these things.”'
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.
Having taken a scenic detour in Chapter 2, in Chapter 3 we pick up where Chapter 1 left off. Though the Blessed Realm of Aman is now lit by the Two Trees of Valinor, the rest of Middle-earth lay in “twilight under the stars”. While the Valar and their people dwell in relative security, Melkor labors ceaselessly to dominate the rest of the world, even as the dawn of the Children of Ilúvatar draws nigh.
WATCH THE VIDEO» https://youtu.be/2ZEa5HCYYYA
The audio of this episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS » Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien, John R
ARTWORK» https://www.deviantart.com/kuliszu/art/Awakening-of-the-Elves-774075830
In Chapter 3, we’ll learn:
- How Melkor gathered great armies to himself
- How The Valar Discovered The Elves
- How War Was Waged Against Melkor For The Sake of The Elves
- How Melkor Was taken captive to Valinor
- How The Elves Were Summoned To Valinor
- How The Various Groups of Elves Came To Be
- The Names Of The Great Elf-Lords
CONTENTS:
- Quote Of The Week » 4:30
- Middle-earth In Twilight » 9:20
- Discovering The Elves » 26:10
- The War Against Melkor & The Siege Of Utumno » 34:30
- Summoning The Elves » 48:20
- Vanyar, Noldor, Teleri, etc » 59:40
- Haiku » 1:08:30
HELPFUL LINKS:
- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » https://www.audibletrial.com/everon
- buy The Silmarillion » https://amzn.to/3FOKAY5
- buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » https://amzn.to/3KLOxQa
- buy Tolkien's Requiem » https://tolkiensrequiem.com/
- buy Tolkien's Overture » https://tolkiensoverture.com/
- Timeline of Arda » https://lotr.fandom.com/wiki/Timeline_of_Arda
- Episode 7 » https://youtu.be/G-t7o7WGxyk
SPECIAL THANKS:
- John R
- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
- Ms. Anonymous
- Andrew T
- Redhawk
- Shannon S
- Brian O
- Emilio P
- Zeke F
- James A
- James L
- Chris L
- Chuck F
- Asya V
- Ish of the Hammer
- Teresa C
- David of Pints with Jack
- Jonathan D
- Eric S
- Joey S
- Eric B
- Johanna T
- Mike M
- Robert H
- Paul D
- Julia
- Werty
- Matthew W
- JoeBagelMan
- Chris K
AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH (FEBRUARY OF 2022): Sarah W, Dyreanir, Robert H, Jon R, Ish of the Hammer, Cat L, Asya V, David Bigwood, Sarah M, Eric B, Chuck F
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.
Good morning! We're breaking down the new teaser for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings Of Power.
You can watch the video of this episode here » https://youtu.be/VbUS061qO2U
It was revealed during the Super Bowl last night. If you haven't seen it, you can watch it here » https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCLoZI-FOYA
We share our initial reaction to seeing it during the game, and then break it down scene by scene.
Topics include:
- Rómenna of Númenor
- Eärendil
- Galadriel
- Harfoots / Hobbits
- Wizards?
- Elrond
- Durin IV
- Gil-galad
- Lindon
- The Meneltarma
- The Misty Mountains
- Narnia / Mr. Tumnus
Join us!
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.
After the epic span of Chapter 1, which culminated in the creation of The Two Trees of Valinor and introduced the juxtaposing natures of Elves and Men, Chapter 2 is something of an interlude, though one of great consequence. In it, we learn about the creation of the Dwarves, and the mysterious origins of other important creatures as well.
This episode was released 3 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons!
We also get a “behind the scenes” glimpse into the creative relationships of certain Valar.
The major events of Chapter 2 include:
- Aulë’s creation of the Dwarves & Ilúvatar’s Intervention Therein
- Yavanna Response to Aulë’s Secret Deeds
- Yavanna’s Collaboration With Manwë for the Protection of Her Creations, OR How The Ents Came To Be
WATCH THE VIDEO VERSION HERE » https://youtu.be/UbQhz9qR5JA
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
THUMBNAIL ARTWORK» kuliszu » https://www.deviantart.com/kuliszu/gallery/24745272/the-silmarillion
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “For [the Dwarves] say that Aulë the Maker, whom they call Mahal, cares for them, and gathers them to Mandos in halls set apart; and that he declared to their Fathers of old that Ilúvatar will hallow them and give them a place among the Children in the End. Then their part shall be to serve Aulë and to aid him in the remaking of Arda after the Last Battle.”
CONTENTS:
- Quote of the Week » 2:10
- Aulë Creates The Dwarves » 5:00
- Ilúvatar's Response » 8:58
- Aulë's Defense » 13:22
- Ilúvatar's Mercy » 17:00
- The Nature of Dwarves » 25:00
- Yavanna's Response to Aulë » 28:30
- Yavanna Consults Manwë » 32:30
- Yavanna and Manwë Collaborate » ENTS » 40:20
- Haiku » 45:40
HELPFUL LINKS:
- listen to The Silmarillion for FREE » https://www.audibletrial.com/everon
- buy The Silmarillion » https://amzn.to/3FOKAY5
- buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » https://amzn.to/3KLOxQa
- buy Tolkien's Requiem » https://tolkiensrequiem.com/
- buy Tolkien's Overture » https://tolkiensoverture.com/
- Timeline of Arda » https://lotr.fandom.com/wiki/Timeline_of_Arda
- Episode 5 » https://youtu.be/wXCx-6SQkcg
SPECIAL THANKS:
- John R
- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
- Ms. Anonymous
- Andrew T
- Redhawk
- Shannon S
- Brian O
- Emilio P
- Zeke F
- James A
- James L
- Chris L
- Chuck F
- Asya V
- Ish of the Hammer
- Teresa C
- David of Pints with Jack
- Jonathan D
- Eric S
- Joey S
- Eric B
- Johanna T
- Mike M
- Robert H
- Paul D
- Julia
- Werty
- Matthew W
- JoeBagelMan
AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH (FEBRUARY OF 2022): Sarah W, Dyreanir, Robert H, Jon R, Ish of the Hammer, Cat L, Asya V, David Bigwood, Sarah M, Eric B, Chuck F
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.
Our reaction to the Vanity Fair article released on 2/10/2022.
The best way to enjoy this BONUS episode is by watching it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/62dcR7XKVnc
ARTICLE: "Amazon's Lord of the Rings Series Rises: Inside The Rings Of Power" » https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/02/amazon-the-rings-of-power-series-first-look
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.
Having established their home in Valinor of the Blessed Realm, the Valar begin a new work: the Two Trees of Valinor. What are the Two Trees and what is their significance for Middle-earth? Furthermore, how do they prepare the way for the coming of Elves and Men, and work against the dark designs of Melkor? Join us as we discuss the second half of The Silmarillion, Chapter 1: Of the Beginning of Days!
This episode was released 2 days early and ad-free for our amazing patrons! » https://patreon.com/tolkienroad
Watch this episode » https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aoFKAh__wDA
Watch Part 1 here » https://youtu.be/Xx9zh7c6zyo
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “But the light that was spilled from the trees endured long, ere it was taken up into the airs or sank down into the earth; and the dews of Telperion and the rain that fell from Laurelin Varda hoarded in great vats like shining lakes, that were to all the land of the Valar as wells of water and of light. Thus began the Days of the Bliss of Valinor; and thus began also the Count of Time.” - The Silmarillion, Chapter 1
CONTENTS:
- Quote of the Week » 2:22
- Synopsis » 6:30
- Yavanna & Nienna Create The Two Trees of Valinor » 9:00
- A Description of the Two Trees » 18:30
- The Bliss of Valinor » 29:50
- The Valar and Their Individual Concerns » 33:10
- The Natures of Elves & Men » 45:30
- Death As Ilúvatar's Gift » 54:50
- Haiku » 1:08:10
HELPFUL LINKS:
- buy The Silmarillion » https://amzn.to/3FOKAY5
- buy The Atlas of Middle-earth » https://amzn.to/3KLOxQa
- listen to Tolkien's Requiem » https://youtu.be/tch_OvnIJK8
- Timeline of Arda » https://lotr.fandom.com/wiki/Timeline_of_Arda
- Aman, The Blessed Realm » https://lotr.fandom.com/wiki/Aman
- Episode 4 » https://youtu.be/8UNmaiMJeTQ
SPECIAL THANKS:
- John R
- Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
- Ms. Anonymous
- Andrew T
- Redhawk
- Shannon S
- Brian O
- Emilio P
- Zeke F
- James A
- James L
- Chris L
- Chuck F
- Asya V
- Ish of the Hammer
- Teresa C
- David of Pints with Jack
- Jonathan D
- Eric S
- Joey S
- Eric B
- Johanna T
- Mike M
- Robert H
- Paul D
- Julia
- Werty
- Matthew W
- JoeBagelMan
AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH (FEBRUARY OF 2022): Sarah W, Dyreanir, Robert H, Jon R, Ish of the Hammer, Cat L, Asya V, David Bigwood, Sarah M, Eric B, Chuck F
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.
Our TOPPODCAST Picks 
