The Silmarillion: Chapter One: Of the Beginning of Days
In this episode, we witness the beginning of days as the Valar and Maiar strive to bring the vision and music of Eru Illuvatar to life, while fending off the discord of Melkor relentlessly being woven into the alreay young world, as all await the arrival of the Children of the One. Join us as we journey chapter by chapter through The Silmarillion—unraveling Tolkien’s myths, symbols, and hidden connections to The Lord of the Rings.PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/uptalkintolkienJOIN OUR FREE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/JgkhVdwOrder your CANDLES: Firelight Fables CandlesConcerning Hobbits is NOW OUT! Please go take a listen and support your fellow Uppers! Follow the updates here: https://www.instagram.com/theredbookofwestmarch/Lane's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanethevillager/Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theflannelwizardIf you'd like to send us something please address it to:The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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The Silmarillion: Valaquenta: Of the Valar and Maiar
In this episode, we explore the Valaquenta, and get to the know the Valar and Maiar a little better! But it's October 31st, so we've dressed for the occasion ... and Mor-goth has made an unexpected apperance to play a GAME with Blue Suit Andy Serkis ... Join us as we journey chapter by chapter through The Silmarillion—unraveling Tolkien’s myths, symbols, and hidden connections to The Lord of the Rings.PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/uptalkintolkienJOIN OUR FREE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/JgkhVdwOrder your CANDLES: Firelight Fables CandlesConcerning Hobbits is NOW OUT! Please go take a listen and support your fellow Uppers! Follow the updates here: https://www.instagram.com/theredbookofwestmarch/Lane's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanethevillager/Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theflannelwizardIf you'd like to send us something please address it to:The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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The Silmarillion: Ainulindalë: The Music of the Ainur (Part 2)
In this episode, we explore Tolkien's letter 131 &The Ainulindalë, the opening chapter of The Silmarillion, where Tolkien’s world begins with music. Discover how Eru Ilúvatar and the Ainur sang creation into being, what the Flame Imperishable means, and how Melkor’s discord shaped Middle-earth’s destiny. Join us as we journey chapter by chapter through The Silmarillion—unraveling Tolkien’s myths, symbols, and hidden connections to The Lord of the Rings.PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/uptalkintolkienJOIN OUR FREE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/JgkhVdwConcerning Hobbits is NOW OUT! Please go take a listen and support your fellow Uppers! Follow the updates here: https://www.instagram.com/theredbookofwestmarch/Lane's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanethevillager/Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theflannelwizardIf you'd like to send us something please address it to:The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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The Silmarillion: Ainulindalë: The Music of the Ainur (Part 1)
Part 1 - In this episode of An Unexpected Podcast, we embark on our new journey to cover the Silmarillion and march our way back through Tolkien's legendarium. We have a lot of catching up to do in this episode: Quick Council, Droppin Eaves (Rings of Power Season 3 News & the Hunt for Gollum news & speculation), and other corners of Middle Earth. In Part 2, we will be discussing Tolkien's letter 131 and part I of the Silmarillion - Ainulindalë: The Music of the AinurPATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/uptalkintolkienJOIN OUR FREE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/JgkhVdwConcerning Hobbits is NOW OUT! Please go take a listen and support your fellow Uppers! Follow the updates here: https://www.instagram.com/theredbookofwestmarch/Lane's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanethevillager/Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theflannelwizardIf you'd like to send us something please address it to:The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Long Expected Party #3 RECAP: Inspiration, Healing, and the Road to The Silmarillion
After the joy of LEP3, we’re taking a moment to reflect on just how powerful and inspiring that celebration was. It felt like a shadow was lifted, and our hearts were truly healed by the laughter, fellowship, and love of Tolkien’s world.In this episode, we share how that experience reignited our passion and inspired us to bring this podcast into its full glory. And with fresh energy and new light, we’re setting our course for the next great adventure: The Silmarillion. Discord is BACK! Patreon exclusive Podcast is BACK! We have tons of new extra perks up on Patreon! Go check them out or at least start chatting with us and friends in Discord (it's FREE). PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/uptalkintolkienJOIN OUR FREE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/JgkhVdwConcerning Hobbits is NOW OUT! Please go take a listen and support your fellow Uppers! Follow the updates here: https://www.instagram.com/theredbookofwestmarch/Lane's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanethevillager/If you'd like to send us something please address it to:The Shire P.O. Box 96 Amanda, OH 43102Follow Ezra & Lottie’s Projects: Ezra Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theflannelwizardAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Welcome to “An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin’ Tolkien”. We are excited to be covering the Rings of Power TV series; we also invite you to join us in an adventure as Ezra and Lane delve deep into Middle Earth. Each fortnight we will gather for a book re-read, show speculation, and much more! So grab your book, a highlighter, cup of coffee, and keep a pocket-handkerchief close at hand. Remember, “Not all those who wander are lost” and we intend to let our imagination wander far and wide. Speak "Friend" and ENTER!!!
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