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Embark 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 .
Episodes
- Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 20 » Chapter 16 » Of Maeglin (EP295 REVISITED)
The Tolkien Road podcast revisits episode 295 to discuss Chapter 16 of The Silmarillion, titled "Of Maeglin." The episode delves into the tragic tale of Aredhel, Eöl, their son Maeglin, and Turgon's daughter Idril.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 32 » SA3175 » Tar-Palantir (EP358 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road revisits The Fall of Númenor, discussing the reign of King Tar-Palantir and the rise of his nephew Pharazôn, which marked the beginning of the end for Númenor.
- Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 19 » Chapter 15 » Of the Noldor in Beleriand (EP294 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road discusses Chapter 15 of The Silmarillion, "Of the Noldor in Beleriand." It covers topics such as the creation of Gondolin, conversations between Galadriel and Melian, Thingol learning of the Kinslaying, and…
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 31 » SA2899 » Ar-Adûnakhôr and Ar-Gimilzôr (EP356 REVISITED)
This episode of "The Tolkien Road" discusses "The Fall of Númenor," focusing on the death of Tar-Ardamin and the rule of Ar-Adûnakhôr. It also covers Númenor’s growing tension with the Elves and the Valar.
- Tolkien's Tragedy - Chapter 2
This episode of The Tolkien Road features the second chapter of the book "Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age." The Age."
- Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 18 » Chapter 14 » Of Beleriand and Its Realms (EP293 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road explores Chapter 14, "Of Beleriand and Its Realms," from The Silmarillion. The discussion covers Beleriand’s regions, rulers, and key geographical features.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 30 » SA2280 » Umbar, Pelargir, and the Decline of Númenor (EP355 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road explores key events during the reign of Tar-Ancalimon, reviewing the reigns of several Númenorean rulers. It also discusses Númenor’s increasing spiritual and moral decay and the contentious power situation…
- Tolkien's Tragedy: Introduction & Chapter 1
This episode of The Tolkien Road features the introduction and first chapter of the book "Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age." The Age." The." The Tolkien Road discusses the introduction and firs…
- Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 17 » Chapter 13 » Of the Return of the Noldor (EP292 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road discusses Chapter 13 of The Silmarillion, titled "Of the Return of the Noldor." The discussion includes the fate of Fëanor and details the second and third battles of Beleriand.
- Exploring My New Book: Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age
The episode discusses the book "Tolkien's Tragedy," which explores Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age. It delves into themes such as power, mortality, and the decline of good.
- Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 16 » Chapter 12 » Of Men (EP291 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road podcast discusses Chapter 12, "Of Men," from The Silmarillion. The hosts explore the origin story of Men, referred to as the Younger Children of Ilúvatar or Atani.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 29 » SA2251 » Rise of the Ring-wraiths (EP354 REVISITED)
This episode explores the events of 2251 of the Second Age. It covers the origin and rise of the Ring-wraiths and how Númenorean anxiety towards death contributed to their creation.
- Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 15 » Chapter 11 » Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor (EP290 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road explores Chapter 11 of The Silmarillion. The discussion covers the creation of the Sun and Moon and the hiding of Valinor following the catastrophes caused by Morgoth.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 28 » SA2021 » Envying the Valar (EP353 REVISITED)
This episode considers the reign of Tar-Atanamir, the 13th ruler of Númenor. His longing for immortality led to discontent and malice toward the Eldar, Valar, and Ilúvatar.
- Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 14 » Chapter 10 » Of the Sindar (EP289 REVISITED)
This episode explores Chapter 10, "Of the Sindar," from Tolkien's Silmarillion. It discusses the shift in perspective to Beleriand and the formation of the Sindar, led by Elwë and Melian.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 27 » SA1800 » The Númenorean Empire (EP352 REVISITED)
This episode considers the events spanning the years SA1731-SA2029. It discusses Númenor spreading its influence over Middle-earth and the Shadow spreading its influence over Númenor.
- Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 13 » Chapter 9 » Of the Flight of the Noldor (EP288 REVISITED)
This episode explores Chapter 9 of The Silmarillion, titled "Of the Flight of the Noldor." It discusses the aftermath of Valinor’s Darkening, including questions about Melkor, Ungoliant, the Two Trees, and the Silmarils.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 26 » SA1701 » Sauron and the First White Council (EP351 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road podcast continues the series on The Fall of Númenor, focusing on Sauron’s defeat and the first White Council.
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 12 » Chapter 8 » Of the Darkening of Valinor (EP287 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road podcast discusses Chapter 8 of The Silmarillion, titled "Of the Darkening of Valinor," and its impact on subsequent events in Tolkien's works.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 25 » SA1699-1700 » The Battle of the Grey Havens (EP350 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road continues the journey through the Fall of Númenor, exploring Sauron's invasion of Eriador and the subsequent Númenorean counterattack, including the Battle of the Grey Havens.
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 11 » Chapter 7 » Of the Silmarils & the Unrest of the Noldor (EP286 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road discusses Chapter 7 of The Silmarillion, titled "Of the Silmarils & the Unrest of the Noldor." It explores the nature and significance of the Silmarils and the intrigue associated with them.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 24 » SA1693-1697 » The War of the Three Rings (EP349 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road discusses The Fall of Númenor Part 24: SA1693-1697, also known as The War of the Three Rings. It covers the beginning of the War of Sauron Upon The Elves.
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 10 » Chapter 6 » Of Fëanor & The Unchaining Of Melkor (EP284 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road podcast discusses Chapter 6 of The Silmarillion, titled "Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor." It covers the period of peace in Valinor, the birth of Fëanor, and the growing shadow over the Blessed Realm.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 23 » SA1600 » Sauron Forges the One Ring (EP348 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road focuses on "The Fall of Númenor Pt 23." It covers Sauron Forging The One Ring, the construction of Barad-Dûr, and Celebrimbor's response to Sauron’s actions.
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 9 » Chapter 5 » Of Eldamar & the Princes of the Eldalië (EP283 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road discusses Chapter 5 of The Silmarillion. It covers the journey of the Vanyar, Noldor, and Teleri to Aman, the land of the Valar, and the establishment of their kingdoms.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 22 » SA1590 - The Forging of the Three Rings (EP347 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road discusses The Fall of Númenor, specifically the forging of the Three Elven Rings. The episode revisits content from the chapter "c1590 - The Three Rings Are Completed in Eregion!"
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 8 » Chapter 4 » Of Thingol and Melian (EP282 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 21 » SA1500 » Sauron the Generous » "Annatar" (EP346 REVISITED)
This episode, "The Fall of Númenor Pt 21" from The Tolkien Road, revisits topic of Sauron's "Annatar" persona, focusing on his "gifts" to the Noldor and their vulnerability to his schemes.
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 7 » Ch 3 » Of the Coming of the Elves and the Captivity of Melkor (EP280 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road covers chapter 3 of The Silmarillion, titled "Of the Coming of the Elves and the Captivity of Melkor." It examines Melkor's ongoing efforts to dominate the world while the Children of Ilúvatar are about to…
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 20 » SA1200 » Sauron Seduces The Elves (EP345 REVISITED)
This episode explores Sauron's plot to win over the Elven-smiths of Eregion while the Númenoreans establish a permanent presence in Middle-earth.
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 6 » Ch 2 » Of Aulë and Yavanna (EP279 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road podcast discusses Chapter 2 of The Silmarillion, titled "Of Aulë and Yavanna." The discussion focuses on the origin stories of the Dwarves and Ents as presented in this chapter.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 19 » SA1075 » Tar-Ancalimë, Númenor's First Ruling Queen (EP344 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road podcast continues the journey through the Fall of Númenor. It explores the chapter SA1075, focusing on Tar-Ancalimë, Númenor's first ruling Queen and the child of Tar-Aldarion and Erendis.
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 5 » Ch 1 » Of the Beginning of Days » Part 2 (EP278 REVISITED)
The Tolkien Road podcast discusses the second part of Chapter 1, "Of The Beginning of Days," from "The Silmarillion." This episode revisits content from an earlier episode of the podcast.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 18 » SA1000 » Sauron Founds Mordor (EP343 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road discusses the founding of Mordor and the building of Barad-dûr by Sauron. It continues the series on The Fall of Númenor.
- The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 4: 1950 - 1973 (Fame, The Silmarillion, and Death) (Ep226 Rerun)
This episode, part of "The Tolkien Road" podcast, covers the final years of JRR Tolkien\'s life, from 1950 to 1973. It discusses the success of The Lord of the Rings and the period leading up to Tolkien\'s death.
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 4 » Ch 1 » Of the Beginning of Days » Part 1 (EP277 REVISITED)
This episode, titled "Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 4 » Ch 1 » Of the Beginning of Days » Part 1," revisits the first half of Chapter 1 of The Silmarillion. The podcast is called The Tolkien Road.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 17 » SA883 » The Accession of Tar-Aldarion (EP342 REVISITED)
This episode covers the conclusion of the era of Aldarion, a king in the history of Númenor. It explores Aldarion's reign and the fates of Erendis and Ancalimë.
- The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 3: 1937 - 1949 (Lord of the Rings, World War II, and Fame) (Ep 225 Rerun)
This episode of The Tolkien Road revisits part three of a series on J.R.R. Tolkien's life. It covers the years 1937-1949, focusing on the development of "The Lord of the Rings" and his experiences during World War II.
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 3 » Valaquenta (EP274 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road podcast explores "Valaquenta," an account and description of the gods of Middle-earth. The discussion includes the first details of Gandalf's origin story.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 16 » SA870 » The Wedding of Aldarion & Erendis » Gil-galad, Tar-Meneldur (EP341 REVISITED)
This episode discusses Part 16 of The Fall of Númenor. It covers the wedding of Aldarion and Erendis, and a message from Gil-galad to the King of Númenor regarding "a new shadow arising in the East".
- The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 2: 1917 - 1936 (Family Life, Scholarly Pursuits, and The Hobbit) (Ep220 Rerun)
This episode of The Tolkien Road podcast re-examines the life of J.R.R. Tolkien from 1917 to 1936. It covers his adult life following World War I, his family life, scholarly pursuits, and the period leading up to the publication of The Hob…
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 2 » Ainulindalë (EP273 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road explores Ainulindalë, the creation story of Middle-earth. It introduces the powers behind Middle-earth's history, including Ilúvatar, Manwë, and Melkor.
- The Fall of Númenor Pt 15 » Aldarion & Erendis » Uinen, Ossë, Tar-Meneldur (EP340 REVISITED)
This episode of The Tolkien Road podcast revisits the story of Aldarion and Erendis. It focuses on the prevailing themes in their story as they relate to the larger narrative of Númenor and unpacks key passages from the chapter.
- The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 1: 1892 - 1916 (Youth and World War I) (Ep219 Rerun)
This episode, "The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 1: 1892 - 1916 (Youth and World War I)," explores the early life of JRR Tolkien. It covers his life from his birth in South Africa in 1892 to his experiences during World War I.
- Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 1 » Introduction (The Waldman Letter) (EP272 Revisited)
The Tolkien Road podcast is starting a new series that will go through The Silmarillion chapter by chapter. This episode introduces the series and covers "The Waldman Letter."
- The Fall of Númenor » Pt 14 » Eregion Founded By The Noldor (EP339 Revisited)
This episode discusses the founding of Eregion, an Elvish city, and its connection to the Rings of Power during the Second Age. It covers a period of relative peace before a new power emerges.
- Lord of the Rings, Christmas, and Catholicism
This episode of The Tolkien Road explores the connections between Lord of the Rings, Christmas, and Catholicism. The discussion focuses on Tolkien's assertion that his work is religious and Catholic, and how this relates to Christmas.
- Noel » Tolkien's Christmas Poem » Episode 269 Revisited
This episode of The Tolkien Road revisits episode 269, which focused on Tolkien's Christmas poem "Noel."
- The Goblin Wars » Letters from Father Christmas Pt 2 » Episode 268 Revisited
This episode of The Tolkien Road concludes a two-part series on Tolkien's "Letters from Father Christmas," specifically exploring "The Goblin Wars." It discusses how characters like Father Nicholas Christmas and the North Polar Bear work t…
- Tolkien's Letters from Father Christmas » Episode 267 Revisited
The Tolkien Road podcast revisits Tolkien's Letters from Father Christmas. This episode explores the Christmas-themed legends written by J.R.R. Tolkien for his children from 1920 to 1943.