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Chapter 1 picks up the story where “Ainulindalë” left off. The Valar have entered the world created by their music, only to find it essentially UNFORMED, and in need of their labor to achieve the shape they had envisioned. And, ultimately, to set the stage for the coming of the Children of Ilúvatar.
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “The dealing of the Ainur have indeed been mostly with the Elves, for Ilúvatar made them more like in nature to the Ainur, though less in might and stature; whereas to Men he gave strange gifts.” - The Silmarillion, Chapter 1
CONTENTS:
- Quote of the Week » 1:30
- Synopsis » 5:00
- The First War / Tulkas vs. Melkor » 8:10
- The Two Lamps / The Spring of Arda » 17:05
- Melkor Destroys The Two Lamps » 25:25
- Arda Changed / The Blessed Realm / Valinor » 31:45
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- 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
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Our January 2022 livestream, featuring discussion of The Silmarillion, Ainulindalë, and...
THE RINGS OF POWER!
Also, watch our reaction video here » https://youtu.be/xgLh1AS9hZc
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Who is Tom Bombadil? This is a topic we've covered several times on the Tolkien Road, but it's an undying enigma for Lord of the Rings fans, and we're always hungry for new insights into the mysterious nature of The Old Forest's Master.
In episode 275, John discusses this topic with writer C.R. Wiley, whose new book IN THE HOUSE OF TOM BOMBADIL is receiving rave reviews for its treatment of the subject.
Join us!
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “Tom Bombadil is not an important person – to the narrative. I suppose he has some importance as a ‘comment’. I mean, I do not really write like that: he is just an invention (. . .), and he represents something that I feel important, though I would not be prepared to analyze the feeling precisely. I would not, however, have left him in, if he did not have some kind of function.” - Tolkien, 1954 (Letter 144)
CONTENTS (timestamps coming soon, comment below with them if you want to help out)...
- An Apology?
- Theories of Tom » Ilúvatar, Maiar, Tolkien Himself???
- Tom As Master
- The Nature of Nonsense
- Harmony & Nature
- The Mystery of Goldberry
- Making Sense of the Barrow-wight
- Gandalf and Bombadil
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- Jonathan D
- Eric S
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- Eric B
- Johanna T
- Mike M
- Robert H
- Paul D
- Julia
- Werty
- Matthew W
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In episode 274, we explore Valaquenta, the pantheon of Middle-earth's gods!
"Valaquenta" introduces us to the Valar, the Maiar, and the main Enemies of Middle-earth. We get to know a few about figures like Manwë, Varda, Ulmo, and Yavanna, and this really helps when you're diving into The Silmarillion.
Join us!
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “The cycles should be linked to a majestic whole, and yet leave scope for other minds and hands, wielding paint and music and drama. Absurd.” - Tolkien, 1951
CONTENTS:
- Quote of the Week » 3:54
- Textual History of Valaquenta » 11:18
- Valaquenta » What it means » 14:40
- The Valar » 17:40
- Manwë & Varda (Elbereth) »21:10
- Melkor » 22:38
- Ulmo » 31:00
- Aulë & Yavanna » 32:17
- Mandos & Vairë » 37:00
- Lórien & Estë » 39:40
- Nienna » 40:09
- Tulkas & Nessa » 47:55
- Oromë & Vána » 49:28
- The Maiar » 51:20
- Ilmarë » 51:56
- Eönwë » 52:53
- Ossë & Uinen » 53:00
- Melian » 56:03
- Olórin (Gandalf / Mithrandir) » 56:27
- Gandalf in LOTR on Prime? » 59:40
- Other Maiar? (Saruman / Radagast / Mermaids / Dryads / Eagles) » 1:00:30
- Melkor » 1:02:15
- Valaraukar (Balrogs) » 1:02:45
- Sauron (Gorthaur the Cruel / Mairon) » 1:03:10
- Haiku » 1:04:30
HELPFUL LINKS
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- Valaquenta 2015 » https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxKN8C6V1pY&t=0s
- Etymology of Valaquenta » http://tolkiengateway.net/wiki/Valaquenta#Etymology
- The Eagles Are Maiar (Nature of Middle-earth) » https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGub_7-s_I0&t=1570s
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- Chris L
- Chuck F
- Asya V
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In episode 273, we explore the Middle-earth Creation myth, "Ainulindalë", otherwise known as the Music of the Ainur.
“Ainulindalë” is one of the most fascinating legends that Tolkien wrote, and it introduces key characters and themes into the legendarium. Furthermore, it sets the stage for everything that comes after, from the First Age to the Third (and beyond)! If this is your first time reading it, you’re in for a big treat!
Join us as we discuss "Ainulindalë"!
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "I don't believe in absolute evil, but I do believe in absolute good." - Tolkien, 1962 » https://twitter.com/BBCArchive/status/1477973020903821313
CONTENTS
- Quote of the Week » 2:45
- Tolkien's Description of Ainulindalë from the Waldman Letter » 4:30
- Characters & Setting » 7:20
- The Framework of Ainulindalë » 11:45
- The Music of the Ainur » 13:55
- Introducing Melkor » 17:55
- The Vision of Arda & History » 27:30
- The Reality » "Eä! Let these things Be!" » 35:35
- Tolkien's Overture - Concerning the Music of the Ainur » 54:58
- Ainulindalë Haiku » 57:37
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- buy The Silmarillion » https://amzn.to/3FOKAY5
- listen to Tolkien’s Overture » https://youtu.be/nmmbpbFrBQA
- buy Tolkien’s Overture » https://tolkiensoverture.com/
- Evan Palmer’s “Ainulindalë” graphic novella » http://www.evanpalmercomics.com/ainulindale
- Evan Palmer interview » https://youtu.be/JhagbPqiRcw
- Ainulindalë 2015 » Our discussion from episode 2 » https://youtu.be/IOHfDZsdg4Y
- Book of Lost Tales I » Episode 234 » https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFFm1KvPHZc
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Hey there, FELLOW TRAVELERS!
So you want to read The Silmarillion, eh?
If you have any interest in Middle-earth, it’s only natural. Especially for those who have completed The Lord of the Rings (no small feat in and of itself), it’s the most logical next step.
In episode 272 of The Tolkien Road Podcast, we kick off our Silmarillion re-read that will span the better part of 2022. Over the next several months, we'll be going chapter-by-chapter through Tolkien's saga of Middle-earth First Age.
If you're planning to watch LOTR on Prime, which premiers in September, this will be a great way to improve your knowledge of Middle-earth lore and history so that you can get the most out of that show.
So what are you waiting for? Join us!
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: John R, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
CONTENTS:
- Quote of the Week » NO HOBBITS! » 4:15
- The Challenge of The Silmarillion » 7:15
- LOTR on Prime? » 11:30
- Background of The Silmarillion » 13:15
- Table of Contents » 17:50
- The Stories (incl. "Akallabêth") » 20:27
- Silmarils? » 25:45
- Foreword, Introduction (Waldman Letter) » 28:37
- Themes of The Silmarillion (Fall, Mortality, Machine) » 33:30
- Tables of Elves & Men, Note on Pronunciation, Index of Names » 45:06
- The Map of Beleriand » 58:05
- Haiku! » 1:01:23
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- Intro to The Silmarillion (8-part video series) » https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqUat2OcwnPD6rnkcZw7MHykbf-yhtAGf
- Exploring The Second Age of Middle-earth » Lord of the Rings on Prime » https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqUat2OcwnPAA9xTbKdL0rQ4rKMzplEKt
- Middle-earth in The First Age Map » https://www.deviantart.com/thesidh/art/Middle-earth-in-First-Age-875414773
- The Shape of Arda » https://www.deviantart.com/matejcadil/art/Ambarkanta-The-Shape-of-the-World-900642602
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Hey there, fellow travelers!
By far, the biggest thing to happen to Tolkiendom in 2021 was The Nature of Middle-earth, the latest collection of previously unpublished Tolkien writings.
When we interviewed Carl Hostetter, the book's editor, back in August, we recorded a special bonus episode for our patrons, in which we got Carl's takes on topics including Peter Jackson's Middle-earth films, LOTR on Prime, Tolkien's Catholic Faith and the role it plays in Middle-earth, and controversy in the world of Tolkien Studies.
Carl has made an incredible contribution to Tolkien's legacy with The Nature of Middle-earth as well as his other work in Tolkien studies and lore, and we should all be open to what he has to say on these important topics! Join us!
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Kaitlyn of Tea With Tolkien
TOPICS:
- Peter Jackson's Middle-earth films » 1:50
- LOTR on Prime » 8:20
- Tolkien Studies » 12:34
- Tolkien & Religion » 18:10
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- James L
- Chris L
- Chuck F
- Asya V
- Ish of the Hammer
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We did a LIVESTREAM!
So this one will feel a little experimental - not our normal open, and lots of banter with the patrons who joined us!
We had a lot of fun doing it, and it will certainly be the first of many to come.
It was mostly a pilot for the WISDOM app, which we kinda struggled with...hence, the title of this episode.
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
TOPICS INCLUDE:
- LOTR on Prime
- Silmarillion 2022
- The Nature of Middle-earth
- Haiku » Will It Return In 2022?
- Isildur » Good Guy or Bad Guy?
- Gandalf
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In 2013, Tolkien's lost poem "Noel" was discovered in the archives of an Oxfordshire school.
With Christmas just around the corner, we take a close look at this 1936 poem, and discover the thematic seeds of Middle-earth's epic drama. Join us!
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***LIVE DISCUSSION - DEC 16TH @ 7PM CT »»» https://www.wisdom.audio/***
If you’ve ever wanted to engage with us LIVE, your opportunity is coming up! On Thursday, December 16th, at 7pm CT, we’ll be going live on the WISDOM app to discuss whatever Tolkien-related things you guys want to talk about!
Just follow me on the Wisdom App via @johncarswell. » https://www.wisdom.audio/
We are looking forward to talking with you, taking your questions, and we can’t wait to hear from you!
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
CONTENTS:
- Background » 6:45
- "Noel" reading » 15:00
- Analysis » 16:50
- Correspondence » 45:15
LINKS:
- "Noel" text » http://tolkiengateway.net/wiki/Noel
- listen to "Noel" » https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0_BJ...
- "Unseen JRR Tolkien poems found in school magazine" (The Guardian) » https://www.theguardian.com/books/201...
- Our Lady's Abingdon » https://www.ola.org.uk/
- Wayne Hammond & Christina Scull's Blog Entry on Noel » https://wayneandchristina.wordpress.c...
- "JRR Tolkien snubbed by 1961 Nobel jury, papers reveal" » https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainmen...
- "Beyond The Hobbit" (Journal of Tolkien Studies) » https://scholar.valpo.edu/cgi/viewcon...
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...
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Have you ever heard of Tolkien's GOBLIN WARS? (HINT: you won't find them in the Middle-earth legendarium).
These are the stories of Goblins invading the North Pole and stealing gifts intended for the children of England from Father Christmas' cellar. Join us as we explore how the "Other Fellowship" of Father Nicholas Christmas, the North Polar Bear, the Red Gnomes, and others join forces to save Christmas!
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Andrew T, John R, Ms. Anonymous, Redhawk, Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE » https://youtu.be/BEK4vr1gXAw
***THIS EPISODE IS 2 DAYS EARLY AND AD-FREE FOR OUR BELOVED PATRONS!***
***LIVE DISCUSSION - DEC 16TH @ 7PM CT »»» https://www.wisdom.audio/***
If you’ve ever wanted to engage with us LIVE, your opportunity is coming up! On Thursday, December 16th, at 7pm CT, we’ll be going live on the WISDOM app to discuss whatever Tolkien-related things you guys want to talk about!
Just follow me on the Wisdom App via @johncarswell. » https://www.wisdom.audio/ We are looking forward to talking with you, taking your questions, and we can’t wait to hear from you! Once again, WISDOM APP. Go download it! » https://www.wisdom.audio/
CONTENTS:
- 1932: Goblins Underground! » 5:30
- 1933: Revenge of the Goblins! » 21:05
- 1941: Goblin Resurgence of World War 2 » 28:15
- Correspondence » 42:50
LINKS:
- buy The Father Christmas Letters » https://amzn.to/3FSMAhH
- Major Events of 1453 » https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1453
- Hornby Model Trains » https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hornby_...
- Allison Uttley » https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alison_...
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- Chris L
- Chuck F
- Asya V
- Ish of the Hammer
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