The Silmarillion: Chapter Three: Of the Coming of the Elves and the Captivity of Melkor
In this episode, we finally witness the arrival of the Children of Eru Illuvatar- but right from the start, Melkor sows deception and discord. Not only that, many elves go missing, only to be taken by...
31 Des 20253h 5min
The Silmarillion: Chapter Two: Of Aulë and Yavanna
In this episode, we return to the heart of Arda and explore one of the most beautiful contrasts in all of Tolkien’s legendarium: the brilliant craftsmanship of Aulë and the life-giving grace of Yavann...
8 Des 20252h 51min
The Silmarillion: Chapter One: Of the Beginning of Days
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...
24 Nov 20253h 11min
The Silmarillion: Valaquenta: Of the Valar and Maiar
In this episode, we explore the Valaquenta, and get to the know the Valar and Maiar a little better! But it's October 31st, so we've dressed for the occasion ... and Mor-goth has made an unexpected ap...
10 Nov 20252h 19min
The Silmarillion: Ainulindalë: The Music of the Ainur (Part 2)
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 creati...
27 Okt 20252h 58min
The Silmarillion: Ainulindalë: The Music of the Ainur (Part 1)
Part 1 - In this episode of An Unexpected Podcast, we embark on our new journey to cover the Silmarillion and march our way back through Tolkien's legendarium. We have a lot of catching up to do in th...
27 Okt 20252h 32min
Long Expected Party #3 RECAP: Inspiration, Healing, and the Road to The Silmarillion
After the joy of LEP3, we’re taking a moment to reflect on just how powerful and inspiring that celebration was. It felt like a shadow was lifted, and our hearts were truly healed by the laughter, fel...
2 Okt 20251h
LEP3: A Long Expected Party – Live Lord of the Rings Trivia for Bilbo’s Birthday!
Welcome to LEP3, our Long Expected Party #3! We’re celebrating International Hobbit Day and, of course, Bilbo Baggins’ birthday with something truly special: a LIVE recording of Lord of the Rings triv...
2 Okt 20251h 24min
