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| Tolkien's Tragedy: Downfall and Aftermath | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:30:52 | |
TolkiensTragedy.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bring you the Seventh Chapter of my new book Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age! It's available now at TolkiensTragedy.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Table of Contents:
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| Tolkien's Overture: The Vision of Ilúvatar (Chapter 2) | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:30:33 | |
TolkiensOverture.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bring you the Second Chapter of my book Tolkien's Overture - Concerning the Music of the Ainur! It's available now at TolkiensOverture.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Table of Contents:
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| Tolkien's Tragedy: Ar-Pharazôn vs Sauron | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:28:56 | |
TolkiensTragedy.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bring you the Sixth Chapter of my new book Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age! It's available now at TolkiensTragedy.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Table of Contents:
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| Tolkien's Overture: The Creation of Middle-earth (Introduction and Chapter 1) | 29 Jul 2026 | 00:38:14 | |
TolkiensOverture.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bring you the Introduction and First Chapter of my book Tolkien's Overture - Concerning the Music of the Ainur! It's available now at TolkiensOverture.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Table of Contents:
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| Tolkien's Tragedy: Rise of the Shadow (The Third Millennium) | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:21:13 | |
TolkiensTragedy.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bring you the Fifth Chapter of my new book Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age! It's available now at TolkiensTragedy.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Table of Contents:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 30 » Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age (EP315 REVISITED) | 22 Jul 2026 | 01:12:00 | |
In the last episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we explore "Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age", the history that ties together the legends of the First and Second Ages with The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| Tolkien's Tragedy: The New Dark Lord (The Second Millennium) | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:48:25 | |
TolkiensTragedy.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bring you the Fourth Chapter of my new book Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age! It's available now at TolkiensTragedy.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Table of Contents:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 29 » Akallabêth - The Downfall of Númenor (EP314 REVISITED) | 15 Jul 2026 | 01:14:15 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we explore "Akallabíth", the legend of Númenor's rise and fall. With Morgoth having been defeated in the War of Wrath, the Men allied with the Elves of Beleriand are rewarded with an earthly paradise: the Island of Númenor. Yet over the course of a 3300 year history, the Númenoreans tragically discover that the soul of Man desires things that the natural world cannot provide. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| Tolkien's Tragedy: Almost Paradise (The First Millennium) | 13 Jul 2026 | 00:25:12 | |
TolkiensTragedy.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bring you the Third Chapter of my new book Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age! It's available now at TolkiensTragedy.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Table of Contents:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 28 » Chapter 24 » Of the Voyage of Eärendil and the War of Wrath (EP312 REVISITED) | 08 Jul 2026 | 01:02:06 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 24, “Of the Voyage of Eärendil and the War of Wrath”, in which we learn about Eärendil's and Elwing's journey to the Blessed Realm, the final battle with Morgoth, and the fates of the Silmarils and the Sons of Fëanor. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| Tolkien's Tragedy: The Purpose of Númenor | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:25:46 | |
TolkiensTragedy.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bring you the Second Chapter of my new book Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age! It's available now at TolkiensTragedy.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Table of Contents:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 27 » Chapter 23 » Of Tuor and the Fall of Gondolin (EP303 REVISITED) | 01 Jul 2026 | 00:40:33 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 23, “Of Tuor and the Fall of Gondolin”, in which we learn about Tuor's journey and Ulmo's efforts to save Turgon and his people from doom! Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| Tolkien's Tragedy: Númenor & The Mind of Tolkien | 29 Jun 2026 | 00:18:13 | |
TolkiensTragedy.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bring you the Introduction and First Chapter of my new book Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age! It's available now at TolkiensTragedy.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Table of Contents:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 26 » Chapter 22 » Of Túrin Turambar (EP302 REVISITED) | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:54:27 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 22, “Of the Ruin of Doriath” After the devastating tragedies of Chapter 21, we get…more devastating tragedies! Chapter 22 picks up with Húrin, now old and worn out by Morgoth’s tortures. Set free to wander aimlessly in the wasted regions of Beleriand, he inadvertently sets in motion a series of events that will lead to end of the kingdom of Doriath, once the hidden heart of Beleriand’s free regions. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 38 » The Third Age (A Brief Chronicle) (EP364 REVISITED) | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:21:37 | |
My new book, Tolkien's Tragedy, is now available for PRE-ORDER! Visit TolkiensTragedy.com to learn more! With Sauron having been defeated and disembodied at the end of the Second Age, and a time of peace settling in upon the free lands of Middle-earth, how do we arrive at the events of The Lord of the Rings, some 3,000 years later? The account we’ll be looking at in this episode is taken entirely from "Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age," and describes the major events that lead up to "A Long-Expected Party," and the forming of the Fellowship of the Ring. Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/W3L8dxI-EaU Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/98653634 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/98653852 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0364/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 25 » Chapter 21 » Of Túrin Turambar (EP301 REVISITED) | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:48:51 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 21, “Of Túrin Turambar” The tale of Túrin is a long one, rivaling “Of Beren and Lúthien” and “Akallabêth” as the longest chapter in The Silmarillion. It is also quite tragic, as we shall see. After giving a bit of background on Túrin’s ancestry, it picks up where the last chapter left off, with Túrin’s father Húrin imprisoned in Angband. The chapter then focuses in on the highly tragic twists and turns of Túrin’s life. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 37 » SA3329-3341 » The Last Alliance of Men and Elves (EP363 REVISITED) | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:33:23 | |
My new book, Tolkien's Tragedy, is now available for PRE-ORDER! Visit TolkiensTragedy.com to learn more! In this episode, we’re approaching the END of our journey through the Fall of Númenor as we explore the Last Alliance of Men and Elves. With Elendil and his sons having founded Arnor and Gondor after the downfall of Númenor, Sauron wastes little time in launching an assault upon them, his aim to conquer the free lands of Middle-earth once and for all! Join us! Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/FTBb9KDSOKE Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/98234215 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/98234234 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0363/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 24 » Chapter 20 » Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad (EP299 REVISITED) | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:45:01 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 20, “Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad” After Beren and Lúthien’s excellent adventure, what could possibly come next? Only a great battle brimming with bloodshed and “Unnumbered Tears” of course! First though, Tolkien provides a brief epilogue for Beren and Lúthien, giving them a happy ending, though, in true Tolkienian fashion, leaving Melian with a “grief of loss” heavier than anyone has ever known. With the exploits of Beren and Lúthien having demonstrated Morgoth’s vulnerabilities, the time seems ripe to press the attack, and that’s where the story of the Fifth Battle of Beleriand picks up. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 36 » SA3320 » Founding of Arnor & Gondor (EP362 REVISITED) | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:40:45 | |
My new book, Tolkien's Tragedy, is now available for PRE-ORDER! Visit TolkiensTragedy.com to learn more! In this episode, we’re approaching the END of our journey through the Fall of Númenor as we explore the founding of Arnor and Gondor after the downfall of Númenor. Join us! Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/XCeXZeKhSi4 Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/97791398 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/97793301 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0362/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 23 » Chapter 19 » Of Beren and Lúthien (EP298 REVISITED) | 03 Jun 2026 | 01:38:25 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 19, "Of Beren and Lúthien." Chapter 19 goes by many names - among them, The Tale of Tinúviel, the Lay of Leíthian, and the Seed of Middle-earth. Simply put, this is one of Tolkien’s greatest stories, an epic romance that in many ways undergirds the entirety of the Middle-earth legendarium. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 35 » SA3310-3319 » The Downfall (EP361 REVISITED) | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:36:02 | |
My new book, Tolkien's Tragedy, is now available for PRE-ORDER! Visit TolkiensTragedy.com to learn more! In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through the Fall of Númenor by exploring Ar-Pharazôn’s assault on the Blessed Realm and the great cataclysm that brings Númenor to it’s tragic end. Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/Df8hMWPfFDQ Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/97318479 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/97318998 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0361/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 22 » Chapter 18 » Of the Ruin of Beleriand and the Fall of Fingolfin (EP297 REVISITED) | 27 May 2026 | 00:55:40 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 18, "Of the Ruin of Beleriand and the Fall of Fingolfin." Chapter 18 concerns the Battle of Sudden Flame and the aftermath thereof. It sets in motion the action-packed final third of The Silmarillion, in which many of the great stories of the First Age occur. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 34 » SA3262 » Sauron In Númenor (EP360 REVISITED) | 25 May 2026 | 00:26:47 | |
My new book, Tolkien's Tragedy, is now available for PRE-ORDER! Visit TolkiensTragedy.com to learn more! In this episode of our chapter-by-chapter readthrough of The Fall of Númenor, we learn of the reign of Tar-Palantir, the penultimate King of Númenor, who sought to return the land of Gift to its ancient ways. We’ll also learn of the rise of his nephew Pharazôn and the beginning of the abominable reign that ultimately leads to the downfall of the Land of Gift. Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/gUQyPV08UZk Ad-Free Video » ttps://www.patreon.com/posts/96921024 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/96921654 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0360/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 21 » Chapter 17 » Of the Coming of Men into the West (EP296 REVISITED) | 20 May 2026 | 01:03:44 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 17, “Of the Coming of Men Into the West.” In Chapter 17, we learn of how the first Men came into Beleriand, of their interactions with the Elves already living there, and of Melkor’s response to their coming. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 33 » SA3255 » Ar-Pharazôn vs Sauron (EP359 REVISITED) | 18 May 2026 | 00:26:33 | |
My new book, Tolkien's Tragedy, is now available for PRE-ORDER! Visit TolkiensTragedy.com to learn more! In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through the Fall of Númenor by exploring the rise of Ar-Pharazôn, Númenor’s last King, AND his attack upon Sauron. Join us! Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/O1wqD8IaSp8 Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/95177994 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/95178096 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0359/ Helpful Links:
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| Tolkien's Tragedy - Chapter 3: Almost Paradise - The First Millennium | 15 May 2026 | 00:25:10 | |
TolkiensTragedy.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bringing you the Third Chapter of my new book Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age! It's available now at TolkiensTragedy.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support. | |||
| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 20 » Chapter 16 » Of Maeglin (EP295 REVISITED) | 13 May 2026 | 00:52:52 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 16, “Of Maeglin.” In Chapter 16, we learn of the tragic tale involving Aredhel, the White Lady of the Noldor; Eöl, the dark Elf of Nan Elmoth; Maeglin, their son; and Idril, the daughter of Turgon. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 32 » SA3175 » Tar-Palantir (EP358 REVISITED) | 11 May 2026 | 00:25:59 | |
My new book, Tolkien's Tragedy, is now available for PRE-ORDER! Visit TolkiensTragedy.com to learn more! In this episode of our chapter-by-chapter readthrough of The Fall of Númenor, we learn of the reign of Tar-Palantir, the penultimate King of Númenor, who sought to return the land of Gift to its ancient ways. We’ll also learn of the rise of his nephew Pharazôn and the beginning of the abominable reign that ultimately leads to the downfall of the Land of Gift. Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/buIaEjcCD4Y Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/94382415 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/94382710 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0358/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 19 » Chapter 15 » Of the Noldor in Beleriand (EP294 REVISITED) | 06 May 2026 | 00:42:44 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 15, “Of the Noldor in Beleriand.” In Chapter 15, Turgon creates Gondolin, Galadriel and Melian converse, Thingol learns of the Kinslaying, and Finrod forecasts his doom. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 31 » SA2899 » Ar-Adûnakhôr and Ar-Gimilzôr (EP356 REVISITED) | 04 May 2026 | 00:32:03 | |
My new book, Tolkien's Tragedy, is now available for PRE-ORDER! Visit TolkiensTragedy.com to learn more! In this episode of our chapter-by-chapter readthrough of The Fall of Númenor, we’ll explore the death of Tar-Ardamin, the first Númenorean ruler to live less than 300 years, the taking of the sceptre by his son, Ar-Adûnakhôr, and Númenor’s increasing enmity toward the Elves and the Valar. Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/prOhKagqb3Y Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/93135527 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/93135734 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0356/ Helpful Links:
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| Tolkien's Tragedy - Chapter 2: The Purpose of Númenor | 01 May 2026 | 00:25:46 | |
TolkiensTragedy.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bringing you the Second Chapter of my new book Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age! It's available now at TolkiensTragedy.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support. | |||
| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 18 » Chapter 14 » Of Beleriand and Its Realms (EP293 REVISITED) | 29 Apr 2026 | 00:39:31 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 14, “Of Beleriand and Its Realms.” In Chapter 14, we’ll learn of Beleriand’s regions, rulers, and key geographical features! Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 30 » SA2280 » Umbar, Pelargir, and the Decline of Númenor (EP355 REVISITED) | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:27:42 | |
My new book, Tolkien's Tragedy, is now available for PRE-ORDER! Visit TolkiensTragedy.com to learn more! In this episode of our chapter-by-chapter readthrough of The Fall of Númenor, we’ll explore key events during the reign of Tar-Ancalimon, as well as briefly review the reigns of several Númenorean rulers that followed. We’ll learn of Númenor’s increasing spiritual and moral decay and the increasingly contentious power situation in the once peaceful island kingdom. Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/7YXPlNBc5xE Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/92971008 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/92971319 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0355/ Helpful Links:
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| Tolkien's Tragedy: Introduction & Chapter 1 | 24 Apr 2026 | 00:18:14 | |
TolkiensTragedy.com On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, I'm bring you the Introduction and First Chapter of my new book Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age! It's available now at TolkiensTragedy.com, so if you like what you hear, head on over and get yourself a copy! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support. | |||
| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 17 » Chapter 13 » Of the Return of the Noldor (EP292 REVISITED) | 22 Apr 2026 | 00:53:17 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 13, “Of the Return of the Noldor.” In Chapter 13, we’ll learn of the fate of Fëanor, the second and third battles of Beleriand, and much more! Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| Exploring My New Book: Tolkien's Tragedy - Concerning Númenor, the Rings of Power, and the Second Age | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:26:40 | |
Hey there, Fellowship! My new book, Tolkien’s Tragedy, is available now in paperback! Visit TolkiensTragedy.com to learn more! This episode is a walkthrough of the book using the table of contents as a kind of map into the deeper themes. Númenor has always struck me as one of Tolkien’s most powerful creations—not just as a story within the legendarium, but as a meditation on power, mortality, and the quiet, creeping distortion of what is good. What begins as a gift gradually becomes something grasped at, controlled, and ultimately lost. In that sense, the fall of Númenor is not just an ancient tale, but a pattern that feels uncomfortably familiar. My aim in writing this book is to bring that pattern into clearer view. Tolkien wasn’t simply inventing a lost civilization; he was exploring something enduring about the human condition. Don’t forget to visit TolkiensTragedy.com to get your copy of the book. Alright, let’s dive in! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support. | |||
| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 16 » Chapter 12 » Of Men (EP291 REVISITED) | 15 Apr 2026 | 00:43:46 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 12, “Of Men.” Chapter 12 is exactly what it sounds like: the origin story of the Younger Children of Ilúvatar, the race of poor mortals known as Atani, or Men. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 29 » SA2251 » Rise of the Ring-wraiths (EP354 REVISITED) | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:23:37 | |
My new book, Tolkien's Tragedy, is now available for PRE-ORDER! Visit TrueMythsPress.com to learn more! In this episode, we’ll explore the events attributed to the year 2251 of the Second Age. Included among these events is the origin and rise of the Ring-wraiths, Sauron’s notorious NINE! We’ll see how the increasing Númenorean anxiety towards death served to create a spiritual environment that led to the seduction and “creation” of the Nazgûl. Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/N3C8LKrXBfo Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/92837906 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/92837928 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0354/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 15 » Chapter 11 » Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor (EP290 REVISITED) | 08 Apr 2026 | 01:00:06 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 11, “Of the Sun and Moon and the Hiding of Valinor.” With the hurricane of catastrophes brought on by Morgoth’s murder of the Two Trees subsiding, the dust is settling, and the Valar have some decisions to make. Chapter 11 of The Silmarillion deals with the creation of the Sun and the Moon following the disasters in the Blessed Realm, as well as the hiding of Valinor from the peoples of Beleriand and all other lands. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 28 » SA2021 » Envying the Valar (EP353 REVISITED) | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:32:02 | |
In this episode, we consider the reign of Tar-Atanamir, the 13th ruler of Númenor. Atanamir’s reign was of major consequence for the people of Númenor, as his longing for immortality began to sow the seeds of discontent, restlessness, and malice toward the Eldar, the Valar, and ultimately Ilúvatar Himself. Join us! Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/fXPQG4LYlGY Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/92694652 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/92694956 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0353/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 14 » Chapter 10 » Of the Sindar (EP289 REVISITED) | 01 Apr 2026 | 00:53:04 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 10, “Of the Sindar.” In Chapter 10, the perspective shifts from the Blessed Realm to Beleriand, where it will remain for the rest of The Silmarillion. We jump back to where we left Beleriand - at the point when the Vanyar, Noldor, and Teleri all departed, leaving behind some of their brethren, who become known as the Sindar, and take the Teleri Lord Elwë as their King, and the Maia Melian as their Queen. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 27 » SA1800 » The Númenorean Empire (EP352 REVISITED) | 30 Mar 2026 | 00:31:09 | |
In this episode, we’ll consider the events spanning the years of SA1731 thru SA2029, as Númenor spreads its influence over Middle-earth - and the Shadow spreads its influence over Númenor. Join us! Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/XagUWECRjVM Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/91796302 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/91796542 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0352/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion Readthrough 2026 » Episode 13 » Chapter 9 » Of the Flight of the Noldor (EP288 REVISITED) | 27 Mar 2026 | 01:21:39 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 9, “Of the Flight of the Noldor.” Chapter 9 of The Silmarillion brings us to the terrible aftermath of Valinor’s Darkening. Will Melkor be held to account? Can Ungoliant be stopped? Is there any saving the Two Trees? And what of the Silmarils? Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 26 » SA1701 » Sauron and the First White Council (EP351 REVISITED) | 27 Mar 2026 | 00:34:46 | |
In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through the Fall of Númenor by exploring Sauron’s defeat and the first White Council. Join us! Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/par3Y0ph_9s Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/91403916 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/91403911 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0351/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 12 » Chapter 8 » Of the Darkening of Valinor (EP287 REVISITED) | 18 Mar 2026 | 00:53:19 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 8, “Of the Darkening of Valinor.” Chapter 8 brings us to the great catastrophe of the Blessed Realm. What happens in this chapter sets in motion tidal waves of tragedies whose effects are felt, for good and for ill, down to the years of Frodo’s journey. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 25 » SA1699-1700 » The Battle of the Grey Havens (EP350 REVISITED) | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:27:46 | |
In this episode, we’re continuing our journey through the Fall of Númenor by exploring Sauron’s full scale invasion of Eriador and the subsequent counterattack of the Númenoreans. Join us! Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/D13ydcT42Oc Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/90982103 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/90981634 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0350/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 11 » Chapter 7 » Of the Silmarils & the Unrest of the Noldor (EP286 REVISITED) | 11 Mar 2026 | 01:07:52 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 7, “Of the Silmarils & the Unrest of the Noldor.” What are the Silmarils and what is their significance? We finally reach the answer to these questions in Chapter 7, learn of the intrigue surrounding them, and how their existence becomes a curse for the Blessed Realm. Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 24 » SA1693-1697 » The War of the Three Rings (EP349 REVISITED) | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:31:45 | |
With this episode, the War of Sauron Upon The Elves (aka The War of the Three Rings) begins! And given the relative length of the next 3 chapters, as well as their unified theme, I decided to combine them into this one episode. Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/DnI07pSeqXQ Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/90407864 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/90406553 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0349/ Helpful Links:
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| Silmarillion 2026 » Episode 10 » Chapter 6 » Of Fëanor & The Unchaining Of Melkor (EP284 REVISITED) | 04 Mar 2026 | 01:05:51 | |
In the latest episode of our epic, chapter-by-chapter Silmarillion journey, we’ll explore Chapter 6, “Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor.” 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… Join us as we discuss! LINKS:
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| The Fall of Númenor Pt 23 » SA1600 » Sauron Forges the One Ring (EP348 REVISITED) | 02 Mar 2026 | 00:31:43 | |
In this episode, we're continuing our journey through The Fall of Númenor with "c1600 - Sauron Forges The One Ring”, including the construction of Barad-Dûr and the response of Celebrimbor to Sauron’s actions. Watch On YouTube » https://youtu.be/vZyIucaQEjg Ad-Free Video » https://www.patreon.com/posts/90163414 Ad-Free Audio » https://www.patreon.com/posts/90163358 Episode Webpage » https://www.tolkienroad.com/e0348/ Helpful Links:
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