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An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin' Tolkien

Lord of the Rings

The Silmarillion: Chapter One: Of the Beginning of Days

NOV 24, 2025191 MIN
An Unexpected Podcast: Talkin' Tolkien

The Silmarillion: Chapter One: Of the Beginning of Days

NOV 24, 2025191 MIN

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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