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A journey through Middle-earth! Join co-hosts John & Greta as they go chapter-by-chapter through The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, The Hobbit and all of Tolkien's works and writings.

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The Tolkien Road The Tolkien Road

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A journey through Middle-earth! Join co-hosts John & Greta as they go chapter-by-chapter through The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, The Hobbit and all of Tolkien's works and writings.

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    0371 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch01.Pt06 » Bilbo Goes Gollum » A Long Expected Party Pt 6

    0371 » Lord of the Rings Bk1.Ch01.Pt06 » Bilbo Goes Gollum » A Long Expected Party Pt 6

    In this episode of Do Not Be Hasty, we continue through Lord of the Rings Book 1, Chapter 1, A Long Expected Party!
    As Bilbo sneaks back to Bag-End and prepares to leave the Shire once and for all, Gandalf confronts him about the Ring, and an ugly argument ensues.
    Join us!
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    - David of Pints with Jack
    - Eric B
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    • 55 min
    0370 » LOTR 1.01.05 » A Long Expected Party Pt 05 » Bilbo's Speech / Hobbit Math

    0370 » LOTR 1.01.05 » A Long Expected Party Pt 05 » Bilbo's Speech / Hobbit Math

    In this episode of Do Not Be Hasty, Bilbo delivers his unforgettable birthday speech and shocking surprise, as we continue through Lord of the Rings Book 1, Chapter 1, A Long Expected Party!
    We’ll take time to consider every detail of his speech, and do the math on the most memorable line of them all:
    "I don't know half of you as half as well as I should like; and I like less than half of you half as well as you deserve."
    Join us!
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    - Andrew T
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    - Shannon S
    - Brian O (the 1st)
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    - James L
    - Chris L
    - Asya V
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    - Teresa C
    - David of Pints with Jack
    - Eric B
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    - Terry S
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    • 40 min
    0369 » LOTR 1.01.04 » A Long Expected Party Pt 04 » Bilbo's Birthday Banquet

    0369 » LOTR 1.01.04 » A Long Expected Party Pt 04 » Bilbo's Birthday Banquet

    In this episode of DO NOT BE HASTY, Bilbo’s birthday festivities begin, as we continue through LORD OF THE RINGS Book 1, Chapter 1, A LONG EXPECTED PARTY!
    We’ll take time to envision the layout of the party field, and consider the variety of entertainments and meals that made it one of the greatest birthday celebrations of all time!
    This section begins with the words “Before long the invitations began pouring out…” and ends with the words “...and to cheer at every full stop.”
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    - Kaitlyn of Tea with Tolkien
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    - Chris B
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    - Seb M
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    - Andrew T
    - Redhawk
    - Shannon S
    - Brian O (the 1st)
    - Zeke F
    - James L
    - Chris L
    - Asya V
    - Ish of the Hammer
    - Teresa C
    - David of Pints with Jack
    - Eric B
    AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY IN APRIL OF 2024
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    - Terry S
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    • 39 min
    0368 » Tolkien Reading Day 2024: Tolkien, Tarantino, and The Great Escape

    0368 » Tolkien Reading Day 2024: Tolkien, Tarantino, and The Great Escape

    Tolkien Reading Day 2024 is upon us, and boy do we have a curve ball for you!
    What do Tolkien and Quentin Tarantino have in common? Apparently more than you'd think!
    Greta and I watched Tarantino's 2019 film "Once Upon A Time In Hollywood" twice this week, and found some fascinating synchronicities with Tolkien's own vision of fairy tales from "On Fairy-stories", including one that has me convinced that Tarantino MUST HAVE read Tolkien when creating the film.
    We had a blast discussing Tolkien and Once Upon A Time In Hollywood, and you will too, so do yourself a favor and join us!
    EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:
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    - Jonathan R
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    - Andrew T
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    - Shannon S
    - Brian O (the 1st)
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    - Eric B
    AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY IN MARCH OF 2024
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    • 30 min
    0367 » LOTR 1.01.03 » A Long Expected Party Pt 03 » Gandalf, Keeper of the Secret Fire(works)

    0367 » LOTR 1.01.03 » A Long Expected Party Pt 03 » Gandalf, Keeper of the Secret Fire(works)

    Welcome to Episode 367 of The Tolkien Road, or Episode 3 in the Do Not Be Hasty - reckoning!
    In this episode, we'll explore Gandalf's arrival at Bag End with fireworks in tow, and his subsequent discussion with Bilbo about his party, plans, and upcoming joke.
    Perhaps most importantly, we'll answer that important question: just HOW BIG were Gandalf's eyebrows???
    Join us!
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    - Julia
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    - Chris B
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    - Carolyn S
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    - Brian O (the 2nd)
    - Jonathan R
    - Matthew W
    - Daniel D
    - Harrison C
    - Seb M
    - Ms. Anonymous
    - Andrew T
    - Redhawk
    - Shannon S
    - Brian O (the 1st)
    - Zeke F
    - James L
    - Chris L
    - Asya V
    - Ish of the Hammer
    - Teresa C
    - David of Pints with Jack
    - Eric B
    AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY IN MARCH OF 2024
    - Peter B
    - Paul D
    - Steven S
    - Jay Z
    - Bethany E
    - Daniel D
    - Kaitlyn of Tea With Tolkien
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    • 45 min
    0366 » LOTR 1.01.02 » A Long Expected Party Pt 02 » Hamfast "The Gaffer" Gamgee

    0366 » LOTR 1.01.02 » A Long Expected Party Pt 02 » Hamfast "The Gaffer" Gamgee

    In this episode, we grab a pint with Sam's dad at the Ivy Bush as we resume our exploration of Lord of the Rings Book 1 Chapter 1 A Long Expected Party by considering the section from “Twelve more years passed…” to “...this very month as-is.”
    The bulk of this section concerns Hamfast Gamgee, aka The Gaffer, and his conversation with other Shire-folk including Daddy Twofoot, Sandyman the Miller, and Old Noakes.
    Through their humorous back and forth, we’ll come to understand how Bilbo and Frodo are generally viewed around the Shire, and discover something of where the Gaffer’s son, Samwise, gets his personality.
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    - Shannon S
    - Brian O (the 1st)
    - Zeke F
    - James L
    - Chris L
    - Asya V
    - Ish of the Hammer
    - Teresa C
    - David of Pints with Jack
    - Eric B
    AS WELL AS THOSE CELEBRATING THEIR PATRON ANNIVERSARY IN MARCH OF 2024
    - Peter B
    - Paul D
    - Steven S
    - Jay Z
    - Bethany E
    - Daniel D
    - Kaitlyn of Tea With Tolkien
    Thank you so much for sticking with us over the years!!! 🙌 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tolkien-road--5222755/support.

    • 43 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
354 Ratings

354 Ratings

Calixar ,

Thoughtful

I was enjoying listening to Carswell and his wife discuss the Silmarillion, a Tolkien work that I feel is woefully unread by many. He obviously has loved the Professor’s work for many years, and she, through him, is discovering these works.
Then came episode 6. I honestly think I may know the author of the criticism he received. I could actually hear these exact words in the voice of my erstwhile and occasional friend (whom I shall not name).
The response to this unnecessary comment is well measured. I jotted down John’s haiku in response (because it’s clever and actually deep). I’ve gone from enjoying this podcast to looking forward to the next installment.
I’m years behind on it (listening to episode six in October 2023), and don’t know if he’s still at it, but I’d like to meet this fellow one day. He sounds like a younger, more confident version of myself. John, if you read this, I’d love to sit and chat with you about books and music.

Rick Wms Sr ,

New Listener

Longtime LOTR fan and serious Tolkien student. Ready to launch midgrade fantasy series co-developed w 3 grandkids: Narnia spirituality combined w Tolkien epic battles between good and evil. Dipped into a few podcasts and was highly impressed w content and Christian values.

I decided to start w 2015 episodes and, inspired by John’s leadership/insights and Greta’s courage/authenticity, have made excellent progress in a week w The Silmarillion, which I previously avoided.

Loved Tolkien’s Requiem book! John’s concept of using Beren & Luthien as a “Gateway to the 1st & 2nd Ages” is simply brilliant. I’m also going through the new book of essays about Christopher Tolkien, which is synergistic.

Making rapid progress w The Silmarillion thx to John & Greta…and having fun‼️

Karoline04 ,

Edifying

Love listening to this show. It’s not just a break from the chaos but I’m actually learning ways to remain grounded in the chaos.

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