A Drunk History Of Middle-earth

A Drunk History of Middle-earth

Have you ever wanted to know more about the world of Lord of the Rings? Maybe you even started the Silmarillion but couldn't get into it. Too many names (usually beginning with 'Fin', let's be honest). I feel you. And I have your back. Join me and my wife as I do all the research for you and explain all the amazing stuff hidden within Tolkien's works. There's like 50 years he was writing for so there's a lot. The podcast breaks down Middle-earth's history like I'm your pal at the pub. I keep it accessible and relatable because as many people as possible should appreciate Tolkien's world. read less

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50 - Elf Magic - Just Harry Potter Innit

50 - Elf Magic - Just Harry Potter Innit

This week Chris is solo and checks out the different types of magic in Tolkien, and how Elves manifest this. As usual, he went down some deep holes for forbidden knowledge.

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50 - Elf Magic - Just Harry Potter Innit

50 - Elf Magic - Just Harry Potter Innit

This week Chris is solo and checks out the different types of magic in Tolkien, and how Elves manifest this. As usual, he went down some deep holes for forbidden knowledge.

49 - Necromancy and Evil Elves - Don't trust a ghost.

49 - Necromancy and Evil Elves - Don't trust a ghost.

Solo episode this week. Chris breaks down Necromancy in Tolkien's works and why Sauron is completely undeserving of his title.

48 - Smash or Pass

48 - Smash or Pass

Drunk on polish alcohol and playing a racy drinking game. Join in and have some laughs with Chris and Becca.

47 - The Drúedain - Stig of the Dump's first appearance

47 - The Drúedain - Stig of the Dump's first appearance

After a long summer break, we get back to it with a deep dive into the history, culture and real life influences of the Woses, The Drúedain, The Wild Men of the Woods!

46 - Rohan Part 4 - The End of the Line

46 - Rohan Part 4 - The End of the Line

Today Chris is solo and finishes the series on Rohan. Please be aware domestic abuse/Domestic Violence is discussed. Please see the following link to International Domestic Violence Resources and signpost to resources for your country: https://safeandtogetherinstitute.com/international-domestic-violence-resources/ Link for my charity fundraising half marathon: https://linktr.ee/lotradhome

45 - Rohan Part 3 - 2nd Line of Kings

45 - Rohan Part 3 - 2nd Line of Kings

Link for my charity fundraising half marathon: https://linktr.ee/lotradhome Chris is solo and covers the kings up to Theoden today.

44 - Rohan Part 2 - Eorl to Helm

44 - Rohan Part 2 - Eorl to Helm

Link for my charity fundraising half marathon: https://linktr.ee/lotradhome In part 2 of our series on Rohan, we discuss the first line of kings.

43 - Rohan Part 1 - Back when it was the Calenardhon

43 - Rohan Part 1 - Back when it was the Calenardhon

Link for my charity fundraising half marathon: https://linktr.ee/lotradhome The history of the Horse Lords this week! First in the series. We get realll deep.

42 - Balrogs - Lads with Fiery Tempers

42 - Balrogs - Lads with Fiery Tempers

Link for my charity fundraising half marathon: https://linktr.ee/lotradhome This week we look at Balrogs, their history throughout 3 ages of Middle-earth, their creation, their power and the versions Tolkien drafted before settling on the big lads now.

41 - Relaxed Talk - Listener Questions and Smut

41 - Relaxed Talk - Listener Questions and Smut

Link to Charity Fundraiser https://linktr.ee/lotradhome We take it easy this week. Becca and have have the craic. Chat a bit about Elf sexuality, who the mysterious travellers are in the Prancing Pony, and a charming little story about Rosie Cotton paying Sam and Frodo a visit the night before the leave Bag-End.

40 - Human Origins and The First Fall of Man - Not a good time.

40 - Human Origins and The First Fall of Man - Not a good time.

Charity Fundraiser link: I'm running a half-marathon for charity. https://linktr.ee/lotradhome This week we take a look at the origins of Humans in Tolkien's world. We also take a deep dive into a quite unknown work called the tale of Adanel, which is a myth about how Humans were first corrupted away from Eru and towards Morgoth. Strap in cos it's gonna get sad.

39 - Witch-King of Angmar - Spooky Scary Skeletons

39 - Witch-King of Angmar - Spooky Scary Skeletons

Link to charity fundraiser and socials: https://linktr.ee/lotradhome This week we take a look at the Lord of the Nazgûl and his very long history. This guy is like 4000 years old, and we only see him for a short time in Lord of the Rings. Criminal. Let's look at why he was the chief of Sauron's servants.

38 - Economies of Middle-earth - Swapsies

38 - Economies of Middle-earth - Swapsies

We discuss the various economies of middle-earth this week. From Hobbits in the Shire, to the slaves of Mordor, and everyone in between!

37 - Drunk Talk - Fëanor on Trial ft. Aleks Pointyeared

37 - Drunk Talk - Fëanor on Trial ft. Aleks Pointyeared

We're joined by Aleks Pointyeared from the Fellowship of the Readers book club. A tight-knit discord community currently reading The Fall of Númenor. Come join us! Links below. We put the elves' favourite badlad on trial for his actions. Becca is the judge, our guest is the defence and I am the outnumbered prosecution. We look at Fëanor's life and actions, as well as digging into some deep lore such as very petty behaviour in relation to language. Aleks Instagram: pointyeared Fellowship of the Readers Discord: https://discord.gg/2V4UpahtuN

36 - Elvish Names/The Valarin Language - Cosmic Geekiness

36 - Elvish Names/The Valarin Language - Cosmic Geekiness

It's just Chris this week. He gets real nerdy with it, discussing how Elvish names work. He also covers what's known about the Valarin language.

35 - Drunk Talk - Festivals in Middle-earth

35 - Drunk Talk - Festivals in Middle-earth

Festive drinks and a look at celebrations throughout Middle-earth. Fanfic not included.

34 - Noldor Part 3 - The Road Goes Ever On

34 - Noldor Part 3 - The Road Goes Ever On

We bring our Noldor series to a close as they get to Middle-earth. It's the end of the beginning. It gets a bit... heated. Massive thank you to Alex from The Silmarillion Soundtrack who let us use "The Oath of Feanor" track in this episode. What a work of art it is! You can find him: Instagram - @silmarillionsoundtrack Spotify - AlexSonicsMusic

33 - Noldor Part 2 - Divorce, Deception, Dissent

33 - Noldor Part 2 - Divorce, Deception, Dissent

https://linktr.ee/lotradhome We discuss why elf divorce is a very important issue, then we discuss the elf you love to hate (Feanor) and what happens to the Noldor as a result of Morgoth's lies. We get deep and continue the history of the Noldor in our ongoing series. For the nerds: We discuss some views on the statute of Finwe and Miriel, the Oath of Feanor, the exile to Formenos and the Noldor's view of the Darkening of Valinor.

32 - Noldor Part 1 - Pride Comes Before a Fall

32 - Noldor Part 1 - Pride Comes Before a Fall

https://linktr.ee/lotradhome First episode in our series on the Noldor Elves. We take a look at their history and notable figures. My bias for Feanor really shows here.

31 - Utumno, Angband and Hell in Tolkien - Degenerate Angbangers Love This

31 - Utumno, Angband and Hell in Tolkien - Degenerate Angbangers Love This

https://linktr.ee/lotradhome Our last episode for spooky season! We discuss the citadel/fortress/hell on Arda that is Utumno and then Angband. Come get spooky before xmas.