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Mentioned in 41 episodes

The Silmarillion

Book • 1977

J. R. R. Tolkien

The Silmarillion is a comprehensive narrative that details the creation of Tolkien's universe, Eä, and the history of the First Age. It includes the legend of the Silmarils, jewels crafted by Fëanor that contain the essence of the Two Trees of Valinor.

The book covers the creation of the world, the history of the Elves and Men, the wars against Morgoth, and the legendary love story of Beren and Lúthien.

Edited and published posthumously by Christopher Tolkien with the assistance of Guy Gavriel Kay, it is a foundational work that underpins the stories of 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings'.

Mentioned by

Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick

Joshua Michael Schrei

Angelina Stanford

Trystan Klassen

The Middle-earth Mixer

Mentioned in 41 episodes

Mentioned by

Tom Holland

as similar to Hesiod's Theogony, pulling back the camera to give the deep backstory.

602. Greek Myths: Zeus, King of the Gods (Part 1)

Mentioned in relation to the character Feanor and the themes of fire and ambition in "The Silmarillion."

This Episode is FIRE

Mentioned by

Joshua Michael Schrei

in reference to Tolkien's description of the first light that reaches Earth as starlight.

(Why Mindfulness Isn't Enough)

Mentioned as a book with distinct voices for over 130 characters.

The Two Towers \\ The Lord of the Rings

Mentioned by

Rudyard Lynch

to draw a parallel between World War I and the epic wars in Tolkien's fictional world.

The Rise and Fall of California

Mentioned as background for the Silmaril gems and the namesake for the book.

The Return Of The King \\ The Lord Of The Rings

Matthew Bride

references it as part of the Lord of the Rings mythos and suggests that it shouldn't be treated like superhero franchises.

Supplementary Material 36: Comedy Cults, Toxic Mould, and WW2 Revisionism

Mentioned by

Dan Wells

as peripheral material inspiring his middle grade fantasy book's setting.

20.29: Authorial Intent

Mentioned by

J.F. Martel

, referencing its creation story focused on sound and music.

Episode 197 - Sounding the Otherworld: On Bryn Chainey's 'Rabbit Trap'

Mentioned by

Angelina Stanford

when discussing the use of the music metaphor in literature.

Episode 261: "Much Ado About Nothing" by William Shakespeare, Acts 1 & 2

Mentioned by

Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick

when discussing Tolkien's works.

001 - The Fellowship of the Steve (or, The Eagles Are Coming!)

Mentioned by Dan when referencing Valar Ventures, noting the connection to Tolkien's work.

#1045: June 5, 2025

Mentioned by

Andrew Snyder

and if you don't know your Silmarillion, and specifically the Ainulindale.

103 - Perelandra

Mentioned by

John Garth

as the editor of *The Silmarillion*, Tolkien's unfinished work.

How WW1 Inspired The Lord of The Rings

Mentioned by

Jake Kobrin

, who states that Tolkien did a pretty good job of grokking this concept.

Entities, UFOs, and the Occult | Jake Kobrin | Mind Meld 439

Mentioned by

Andrew

when talking about publishing another book.

Ep 134 - LOTR: The Fellowship of the Ring, by J.R.R. Tolkien

Mentioned by

Trystan Klassen

as something he has not read, which is the reason why he does not like the Rings of Power.

What Superman Teaches Us About Humanity

Mentioned by

Andrew Snyder

when referencing the story of Melkor seeking the imperishable flame in the void.

110 - Charlie Kirk, Iryna Zarutska, and the Abolition of Man

Mentioned as a work that Tolkien is best known for, to a lesser degree than The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.

Ep 131 - The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien

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The Middle-earth Mixer

, mentioning that it offers numerous examples of kings needing to make crucial decisions.

Power in 'Lord of the Rings' | Guest: The Middle-earth Mixer | 10/23/25

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