The Tolkien Road

0231 - Unfinished Tales - Part 2

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 p...

0230 - Unfinished Tales - Part 1

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

0229 - The Next Great Journey

08 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

0228 - Tolkien's Modern Reading - Holly Ordway

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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

0227 - Tea with Tolkien 2021

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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...

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

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 supporte...

0225 - The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 3: 1937 - 1949

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The publication of The Hobbit, composing Lord of the Rings, and feedback on the Project Northmoor Controversy.Become a supporter of this podcast: http...

0224 - Tolkien & Middle-earth in 2021

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A look at what's coming for the podcast and Tolkien fandom in 2021, from LOTRonPrime to The Nature of Middle-earth and more!Become a supporter of this...

0223 - Lord of the Rings & Religion - Feedback

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We talk what you all had to say about our Lord of the Rings & Religion and Is Middle-earth Pagan episodes...Become a supporter of this podcast: https:...

0222 - Is Middle-earth Pagan?

21 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

From the very beginning of its history, it is clear that Middle-earth is brimming with great spiritual powers. From the kingship of Manwë to the Elvi...

0221 - The Project Northmoor Controversy

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive into the ambitious Project Northmoor and The Tolkien Society's concerns in response to it...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww...

0220 - The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 2: 1917 - 1936

07 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A look at Tolkien's adult life immediately following World War I....Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-r...

0219 - The Life of JRR Tolkien - Part 1: 1892 - 1916

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A look at Tolkien's early life, from his birth in South Africa to his World War I experience...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreake...

0218 - Lord of the Rings & Religion

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning the influence of Tolkien's religious views on the works of Middle-earth...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podc...

0217 - A Tolkien (& Lewis & Rowling) Tour!

16 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are psyched to be discussing an upcoming Tolkien Tour of England and Scotland! We are joined by writer and tour leader Solomon Schm...

0216 - The Bombadil Enigma - An Interview with Keith Mathison

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning the origin and meaning of Tom Bombadil...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/sup...

0215 - Unfinished Tales - The Disaster of the Gladden Fields - Pt 2

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The disaster of the Gladden Fields stands as a most notorious event in the history of Middle-earth: a conspiracy of bad fortune and lingering Sauronic...

0214 - Unfinished Tales - The Disaster of the Gladden Fields - Pt 1

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning Isildur's loss of the One Ring...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.

0213 - LOTR on Prime - The Sexxxy Age???

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined by Clifford Broadway of TheOneRing.net to discuss the recent "sexy scandal" surrounding LOTR on Prime...it's an epic convo, and you don't...

0212 - The Dawn of Númenor

12 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A close look at the founding of Númenor at the beginning of the Second Age...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the...

0211 - The White Trees of Gondor

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning the White Trees of Gondor...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.

0210 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Pt 8: The Fate of the Fellowship

28 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning the later years of Sam, Pippin, Merry, Aragorn, Gimli, and Legolas...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/t...

0209 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Pt 7: 2942 - 3017

21 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With Smaug vanquished, Erebor & Dale restored, and Dol Guldur abandoned, a new era of peace for Middle-earth seems to have arrived. However, loose end...

0208 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Pt 6: 2770 - 2941

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning the key events of the years TA2770 - TA2941...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--522275...

0207 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Pt 5: 2480 - 2770

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning the years TA2480 - TA2770...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.

0206 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Pt 4: 1977 - 2480

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning the years TA1977 - TA2480...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.

0205 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Part 3: 861 - 1976

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We explore the second millennium of the Third Age, from the division of Arnor to the return of the Shadow...Become a supporter of this podcast: https:...

0204 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Part 2: SA3320 - TA861

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our journey through the Third Age continues as we explore its first millennium and the early history of Gondor and Arnor...Become a supporter of this ...

0203 - LOTR - History of the Third Age - Part 1: Three Millennia

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We begin an extended journey through the history of the Third Age...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-r...

0202 - The Long Defeat feat. Conor Sweeney

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning Tolkien's idea of the long defeat...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.

Silmarillion Megaguide

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A megaguide to the Silmarillion...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.

0201 - CS Lewis & Mythopoeia feat. David Bates

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning CS Lewis, his friendship with Tolkien, and the poem "Mythopoeia"...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the...

0200 - What We've Learned from Tolkien (So Far)

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"What we've learned is that we haven't actually learned what we thought we learned..." - GRETABecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker...

0199 - Tolkien the Anarchist - Pt 2

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Tolkien's thoughts on Churchill, Stalin, America, Japan, the British Empire, the Roman Empire, and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww...

0198 - Tolkien the Anarchist - Pt 1

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion of Tolkien's political ideology...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.

0197 - 6 Spiritual Insights from Tolkien That Will Change Your Life

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion of key spiritual insights from Tolkien...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/s...

0196 - Tolkien vs the Nazis

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning Tolkien's disdain for the Nazis and racialist ideology...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-r...

0195 - The Future of Middle-earth - 2020 Edition

25 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a fascinating time to be a fan of Middle-earth. As we wait in eager anticipation for the new Second Age TV series, the future of storytelling i...

0194 - The Hobbit - The Lost Chapters - Pt3 - The Broken Bridge

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning Tolkien's unpublished 1960 revisions to Chapter 2 of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-...

0193 - The Hobbit - The Lost Chapters - Pt2 - A Well-Planned Party

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning Tolkien's unpublished 1960 revisions to Chapter 1 of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-...

0192 - The Hobbit - The Lost Chapters - Pt1

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning Tolkien's unfinished revision of The Hobbit from 1960...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-ro...

0191 - Unfinished Tales - The Quest of Erebor - Pt 2

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion of the second part of "The Quest of Erebor" from Unfinished Tales.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/th...

0190 - Unfinished Tales - The Quest of Erebor - Pt 1

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion of the first part of "The Quest of Erebor" from Unfinished Tales.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the...

0189 - The Tolkienian Spirit in a Time of Crisis

21 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As fans of Tolkien, what part do we have to play in the Coronavirus pandemic crisis?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

0188 - The Mariner's Mailbag

11 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's mail time! We tackle a bunch of questions and comments from our amazing listeners!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/po...

0187 - Unfinished Tales - Aldarion & Erendis - The Mariner's Wife - Pt 4 (Second Age Deep Dive)

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Aldarion & Erendis: The Mariner's Wife - Part Four. Join us as we continue to explore this little-known tale of Númenor!Become a supporter of this po...

Lord of the Rings Card Game - Our Interview on the Card Talk Podcast

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest appearance on the Card Talk Podcast, all about Lord of the Rings: The Card Game!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com...

0186 - Unfinished Tales - Aldarion & Erendis - The Mariner's Wife - Pt 3 (Second Age Deep Dive)

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Aldarion & Erendis: The Mariner's Wife - Part Three. Join us as we continue to explore this little-known tale of Númenor!Become a supporter of this p...

0185 - Unfinished Tales - Aldarion & Erendis - The Mariner's Wife - Pt 2 (Second Age Deep Dive)

27 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"Aldarion & Erendis: The Mariner's Wife" - Part Two. Join us as we explore this little-known tale of Númenor!Become a supporter of this podcast: http...

0184 - In Memoriam: Christopher Tolkien (1924 - 2020)

17 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Christopher Tolkien, youngest son of JRR Tolkien, passed away on January 15th, 2020. On this episode, we pay tribute to Christopher and the indispensa...

0183 - Unfinished Tales - Aldarion & Erendis - The Mariner's Wife - Pt 1 (Second Age Deep Dive)

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"Aldarion & Erendis: The Mariner's Wife" - Part One. Join us as we explore this little-known tale of Númenor!Become a supporter of this podcast: http...

0182 - Mathoms - 2020 Plans, Mailbag, and More!!!

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

2020 plans, mailbag, LOTRonPrime News, and more!!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/supp...

0181 - A Long Expected Mailbag

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our overdue mailbag episode, featuring discussions of all kinds of wonderful Tolkien miscellany...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spre...

0180 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive: Akallabêth Re-read Pt 4

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Akallabêth re-read concludes: Ar-Pharazôn attacks Valinor and Númenor is destroyed!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/pod...

0179 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive: Akkalabêth Re-read Pt 3

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Akallabêth re-read continues: concerning Sauron's Númenorean Vacation!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolki...

All Tales May Come True - Concerning Tolkien's Creative Mysticism

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What does Tolkien mean when he says "All Tales May Come True"?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5...

0178 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive: Akkalabêth Re-read Pt 2

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"Akallabêth" re-read continues: the return of Sauron and the rise of Ar-Pharazôn!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcas...

0177 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive: Akkalabêth Re-read Pt 1

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Second Age Deep Dive continues - re-reading Akallabêth!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--52227...

0176 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive: Key Themes of the Second Age

23 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our Second Age Deep Dive continues! This time we examine the key themes of the Second Age using Tolkien's 1951 letter to publisher Milton Waldman.  I...

0175 - September 2019 Mailbag

16 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our first monthly mailbag in the hizzouse!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.

0174 - LOTR TV / Second Age Deep Dive - A Description of Númenor

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

An exploration of Númenor's geography and culture, as found in Unfinished Tales!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/...

0173 - LOTR TV Second Age Deep Dive - The Tale of Years Pt2

02 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our Second Age Deep Dive with the Tale of Years Pt 2 from LOTR Appendix B.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/pod...

0172 - LOTR TV / Second Age Deep Dive - The Tale of Years Pt1

26 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Second Age Deep Dive Part 1! An examination of the LOTR Appendix B timeline.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-t...

0171 - Tolkien on the Meaning of Life (Letter 310)

19 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss Tolkien's surprising insights on the meaning of life, as found in a 1969 letter.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...

0170 - Lord of the Rings TV: The Creative Team

12 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the recent Creative Team announcement from the Amazon LOTR TV show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the...

0169 - Concerning The Hobbit (Animated Film)

05 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the animated Hobbit film from 1977. Enjoy!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien...

0168 - Concerning Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies"

29 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we discuss the final film in Peter Jackson's Hobbit trilogy, The Battle of the Five Armies!Become a supporter of this podcast: https:...

0167 - The Hobbit - Ch19 - The Last Stage

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "The Last Stage", the 19th and final chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolki...

0166 - The Hobbit - Ch18 - The Return Journey

15 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "The Return Journey", the 18th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-roa...

0165 - The Hobbit - Ch17 - The Clouds Burst

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "The Clouds Burst", the 17th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road-...

0164 -The Hobbit - Ch16 - A Thief in the Night

01 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "A Thief in the Night", the 16th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-r...

0163 - The Hobbit - Ch15 - The Gathering of the Clouds

24 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "The Gathering of the Clouds", the 15th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-to...

0162 - The Hobbit - Ch14 - Fire and Water

17 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "Fire and Water", the 14th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5...

0161 - The Hobbit - Ch13 - Not At Home

13 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "Not at Home", the 13th chapter of The Hobbit...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222...

0160 - Concerning TOLKIEN (the film)

06 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion of the recent Tolkien biopic...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.

0159 - Concerning Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug"

31 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning Peter Jackson’s “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug”… If you like The Tolkien Road, you can support us for only $1 per episode vi...

0158 - The Hobbit - Ch12 - Inside Information

28 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "Inside Information", from a stealthy scout to a seething serpent... If you like The Tolkien Road, you can support us for only $1 per epis...

0157 - The Hobbit - Ch11 - On the Doorstep

13 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "On the Doorstep", from mountain mists to enchanted entrances... If you like The Tolkien Road, you can support us for only $1 per episode ...

0156 - The Hobbit - Ch10 - A Warm Welcome

01 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "A Warm Welcome", from apple aversions to royal returns... If you like The Tolkien Road, you can support us for only $1 per episode via P...

0155 - The Hobbit - Ch09 - Barrels Out of Bond

18 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "Barrels Out of Bond", from Elvish ensnarement to Bilbo's boldness... Book discussion begins at 15:55 in the episode. Topics discussed... ...

LOTR on Amazon = Numenor and the Second Age!!!

09 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this special episode of The Tolkien Road, we discuss the big news from the @LOTRonPrime Twitter account this past week, and what it means for the f...

0154 - The Hobbit - Ch08 - Flies and Spiders

04 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "Flies and Spiders", Chapter 8 of The Hobbit!Ugggg...giant spiders. And more digs at Bombur (poor Bombur). Plus a new segment! Lord of the ...

0153 - The Hobbit - Ch07 - Queer Lodgings

18 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "Queer Lodgings", from Beorn's manor to the borders of Mirkwood... Topics discussed... We try out some new theme songs! What do y'all thin...

0152 - Is there a future for The Tolkien Road?

04 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Tolkien Road has now been on the air for 4 years, and it's time for us to be completely transparent with you all as we face some hard truths...Bec...

0151 - Concerning Gollum

28 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we consider everyone's favorite strangely lovable wretch, Gollum (aka Smeagol), and specifically, the nature of the tragedies that su...

0150 - Concerning Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey"

25 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning Peter Jackson's "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey"...we discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of Jackson's first Hobbit film. Topics inc...

0149 - The Hobbit - Ch06 - Out of the Frying-Pan Into the Fire

19 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "Out of the Frying-Pan Into the Fire", from fir-tree firebombs to eagle-eyed escapes... Catching Up With the Gang - 3:00 The Landslide - 1...

0148 - The Hobbit - Ch05 - Riddles in the Dark

12 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "Riddles in the Dark", from random rings to perilous pity... Bilbo Wakes Up - 2:00 Old Gollum - 8:30 The Riddle Game - 28:00 Bilbo's Escap...

0147 - The Hobbit - Ch04 - Over Hill and Under Hill

05 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "Over Hill and Under Hill", from giants and Goblins to Bilbo bonked... Intro - 2:00 Terrains! - 5:00 The Stone Giants - 14:00 Goblins - 21...

0146 - The Hobbit - Ch03 - A Short Rest

30 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "A Short Rest", from over-merry elves to a fortnight with Elrond... Intro - 2:00 The Problem of the Annoying Elves - 7:00 Elrond & the Las...

0145 - The Hobbit - Ch02 - Roast Mutton

22 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning “Roast Mutton”, from bumbling burglary to trolling Trolls... Bilbo Catches Up - 2:00 Landscapes & Verisimilitude - 19:00 Trolls! - 22:...

0144 - The Hobbit - Ch01 - An Unexpected Party

16 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning "An Unexpected Party", from Gandalf's gamble to Dwarvish designs...  We're Back! - 1:00 First Time I Read The Hobbit - 6:30 "In a Hole in...

The Hobbit - Journey to the Misty Mountains

10 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there fellow travelers! John here to let you know that it's time to get on the road again! Beginning in September, we will begin our journey throu...

0143 - Concerning Peter Jackson's "Return of the King"

28 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning Peter Jackson's cinematic adaptation of "Return of the King", from mucky mouths to western ways... For more on this episode and The Tolkien...

0142 - The Lord of the Rings - The Epilogue

22 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning The Lord of the Rings’ Epilogue, from Sam’s stories to the sigh of the sea… Why Wasn't It Included? - 4:00 Version 1 - 18:00 Version...

0141 - The Lord of the Rings - Concerning Dwarves (Appendix A.III)

14 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning the Dwarves, from Durin’s dawn to Gimli’s glory... Durin the Deathless Erebor, the Arkenstone, and Smaug Thror, Thrain, and the Last D...

0140 - The Passion of Frodo (Letter 246)

24 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

For more on this episode and The Tolkien Road podcast, please visit TolkienRoad.com or Facebook.com/TolkienRoad. Also, follow us on Twitter via @Tolki...

0139 - The Lord of the Rings - Concerning Rohan (Appendix A.II)

17 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning Rohan, from Eorl’s oath to Eomer’s ascension... Origins of the Rohirrim / Eorl’s Triumph - 3:00 Eorl, Horsetamer / Felaróf - 11:30 ...

0138 - The Lord of the Rings - Concerning Aragorn and Arwen (Appendix A.I.v)

03 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning the Tale of Aragorn and Arwen, from Arador and Arathorn to Elessar and the Evenstar... Tolkien's Overture - Coming Soon! - 3:00 Background...

0137 - The Lord of the Rings - The Appendices - An Overview

24 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Concerning the Appendices of The Lord of the Rings, from the Annals of Anadûnê to the lineage of the Zaragambas... Appendix A - Annals of the Kings...