The Tolkien Road

Concerning "Akallabêth", the chronicle of Númenór... On this episode, we begin our look at "Akallabêth", or "The Downfallen", the story of Númenór’s rise and fall in the Second Age. Josh Sosa on Jackson's Fellowship... (3:00) What "Akallabêth" means... (14:00) The Waldman Letter on the Second Age (15:30) Eärendil & the Edain (20:00) The Downfall of Morgoth & the Raising of Númenór (23:00) The Reli...

Concerning Galadriel, from her name to her hair to the reasons behind her exile... Her Name - 14:00 Her Lineage - 18:00 Her Exile - 24:30 A Penitent? - 32:00 For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Concerning Peter Jackson's cinematic version of Fellowship of the Ring, from what we loved to what we loathed... On this episode, Greta and I are fresh off of reading “Fellowship of the Ring” and so we thought it would be fun to go back and watch Peter Jackson’s 2001 film adaptation of the book, and then share our thoughts on it with you guys. For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast,...

  Concerning "The Breaking of the Fellowship", from Boromir's fall to Sam's unfailing friendship... A Brief Note on Lembas and Melian - 3:30 A Note on Tolkien's Requiem - 7:00 Frodo’s Decision - 9:30 The Temptation of Boromir - 15:30 Frodo in the Ring World - 32:00 Meanwhile by the Riverside... - 40:30 Boromir’s Confession - 46:00 Sam & Frodo - 48:00 Haiku Time - 54:30 For more on this episode or...

Concerning "The Great River", Book2 Chapter 9 of The Lord of the Rings... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

In episode 71, we discuss "Farewell to Lórien", Book 2, Chapter 8 of The Lord of the Rings. Join us! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Concerning Gandalf and his wizard brethren the Istari: Saruman, Radagast, and the Blue Wizards. Topics of discussion: Haiku from Mary Grace - 3:30 Spoiler Alert - 7:30 Valaquenta on Olórin - 9:30 Letter 181 - Gandalf the Incarnate Angel - 15:30 Unfinished Tales 4-2: The Istari - 34:00 Letter 156 - Gandalf's Sacrifice - 57:30 For more on this episode or The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit Tolkie...

In episode 69, we discuss "The Mirror of Galadriel", Book 2, Chapter 7 of The Lord of the Rings. Join us! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

In episode 67, we discuss "Lothlórien", Book 2, Chapter 6 of The Lord of the Rings. Join us! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

A discussion of "The Bridge of Khaza-dûm", Book 2, Chapter 5 of The Lord of the Rings... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Concerning "A Journey in the Dark", Chapter 4 of Book 2 of The Lord of the Rings... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we interview Gabriel Blanchard, a fellow Tolkien enthusiast, about Tolkien’s languages. Gabriel really knows his stuff, and I think you’ll find this discussion very helpful when it comes to understanding the different languages that Tolkien created. Also, be sur...

We're back! On this episode, we discuss the merits of Star Wars: The Force Awakens using Tolkien's On Fairy-Stories as a guide. Enjoy! And SHUT THE FRONT DOOR! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Concerning "The Ring Goes South", from the forging of the Fellowship to the treachery of Caradhras... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Concerning "The Council of Elrond", from the story of the Ring to strategies for victory... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

Concerning "Many Meetings", from the ways of Rivendell to Bilbo's song of Eärendil... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support .

On this episode, having completed The Silmarillion with 29 episodes, we round it off to 30 by taking a victory lap, wherein we discuss our Top 5 things about The Silmarillion as a whole. We also discuss where the Tolkien Road should go next. And yes, we’d love to hear from you about your Top 5 Silmarillion things too. Send us an email or leave a comment at TrueMyths! Come get lost in Middle-earth...

Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we discuss the final chapter of The Silmarillion, "The Voyage of Eärendil and the War of Wrath", wherein Eärendil makes his fateful voyage to the Blessed Realm in order to obtain the aid of the Valar.  The First Age ends here, and as you might expect, it’s a ver...

Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this special Good Friday episode, we take a moment to consider the place of March 25th, a date of major significance, in Tolkien’s works and philosophy.  We'll see the role it plays within The Lord of the Rings, as well as how it ties the book to Tolkien's Catholic faith. By...

Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.  On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 23, "Of Tuor and the Fall of Gondolin", wherein Tuor the son of Huor comes to Gondolin with a dire warning from Ulmo. There’s a whole lot to discuss!  By the way, if you haven’t already, please leave T...

Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien.  On this episode, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion with Chapter 22, "Of the Ruin of Doriath", wherein Húrin is released from his 28-year bondage and doom comes to Thingol's kingdom. There’s a whole lot to discuss! By the way, if you haven’t already, please pop on o...

Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we continue discussing Chapter 21 of The Silmarillion, Of Túrin Turambar. It’s a pretty tragic tale, only slightly more depressing than the current election cycle. LOL! If you liked that bit of topical humor then leave us a rating and feedback on iTunes! Heck, e...

Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we begin our discussion of Chapter 21 of The Silmarillion, "Of Túrin Turambar". The tale of Túrin is a long one, so it’s definitely going to take more than one episode to cover. It’s also quite tragic and sad, so make sure you’ve got a box of tissues nearby. Spe...

Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. On this episode, we discuss Chapter 20 of The Silmarillion, "Of the Fifth Battle: Nirnaeth Arnoediad". It’s an action-packed chapter and an important turning point in the fortunes of the Eldar.  By the way, if you haven’t already, please pop on over to iTunes and leave us a rati...

Hey there fellow travelers! Welcome to The Tolkien Road, a long walk through the works and philosophy of J.R.R. Tolkien. This week, we continue our discussion of The Silmarillion Chapter 19, the story of Beren and Lúthien.  By the way, if you haven’t already, please pop on over to iTunes and leave us a rating and feedback. It’s easy to do, only takes a moment, and can make a big difference in help...