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The Tolkien Road

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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!!!

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Episodes

LOTR on Prime & the TWO TREES???

By the stars of Elbereth!!! It’s the Two Trees of Valinor!!! On August 2nd, Amazon gave us a release date for LOTR on Prime plus the first official image for the show. And what an image it is! In this latest video, Greta and John break down the release date and the image and discuss what it all means. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support ....

Aug 10, 202127 min

The Music of the Ainur

This week, we treat you to the first chapter of John's book, Tolkien's Overture: Concerning the Music of the Ainur. To listen to the whole thing, head on over to Audible. You can also get the audiobook by supporting us on Patreon! For other ways to read Tolkien's Overture (including signed paperback), visit TolkiensOverture.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support ....

Aug 02, 202129 min

0250 - LOTR TV: Hobbits, Nudity, Silmarillion Rights, and more!

A ton of big news about Amazon's LOTR on Prime dropped on Tuesday (7/20/2021). In Episode 250, we discuss all of it, where it came from, how accurate it might be, and what it all means! Topics include the Tolkien Estate, Tolkien experts, nudity, Silmarillion and Unfinished Tales rights, hobbits in the Second Age, and whole lot more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support ....

Jul 26, 202145 min

The Seed of Middle-earth (Limited Time)

This week, we treat you to the first 2 chapters of John's book, Tolkien's Requiem: Concerning Beren and Lúthien! Enjoy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Jul 19, 202123 min

0249 - Akallabêth - 2021

In episode 249, we re-visit "Akallabêth", Tolkien's beautiful account of the rise and fall of Númenor. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Jul 12, 20211 hr 22 min

0248 - Helm Hammerhand & The War of the Rohirrim

On episode 248, we explore the legend of Helm Hammerhand and the War of the Rohirrim, which is the subject of a forthcoming film from New Line Cinema. Join us! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Jul 05, 202153 min

0235 - The History of Middle-earth - Vol. 2: The Book of Lost Tales II

On episode 235, we are continuing our tour of The History of Middle-earth series as we survey The Book of Lost Tales II. The Book of Lost Tales II contains the earliest versions of legends including "Beren and Lúthien", "The Children of Húrin", "The Fall of Gondolin", "Eärendel", and "The Ruin of Doriath". Join us! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support ....

Mar 29, 20211 hr 18 min

0231 - Unfinished Tales - Part 2

On this episode, we are continuing our After The Silmarillion series by taking a look at the contents of Unfinished Tales. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Feb 22, 202149 min

0230 - Unfinished Tales - Part 1

ON THIS EPISODE, we embark on our journey through the post-Silmarillion landscape by taking a high-level look at Unfinished Tales. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Feb 15, 20211 hr 15 min

0229 - The Next Great Journey

We discuss our journey for the foreseeable future, including our BIG PLAN with regard to tackling the remainder of Tolkien's Middle-earth works. Join us! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Feb 08, 202152 min

0228 - Tolkien's Modern Reading - Holly Ordway

Concerning Tolkien's Modern Reading, the new book from Dr. Holly Ordway... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Feb 01, 20211 hr 23 min

0227 - Tea with Tolkien 2021

We catch up with Kaitlyn Facista of Tea With Tolkien about Hobbit Parties, Silmarillion Book Clubs, Middle-earth lore, and a whole bunch more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Jan 25, 20211 hr 10 min

0226 - The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 4: 1950 - 1973

Tolkien's life from the publication of Lord of the Rings to his death in 1973. Also, a bit about about Bombadil and the Blue Wizards! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Jan 18, 20211 hr 30 min
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