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An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin' Tolkien

Lord of the Rings

The Silmarillion: Ainulindalë: The Music of the Ainur (Part 2)

OCT 27, 2025178 MIN
An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin' Tolkien

The Silmarillion: Ainulindalë: The Music of the Ainur (Part 2)

OCT 27, 2025178 MIN

Description

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