A Drunk History Of Middle-earth

Me and Becca pop in for an update on our trip to the wonderful Tolkien Tage festival in Germany. See you soon for our next episode! Buy my book here, available in paperback and Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Horror-at-Beamish-Hall/dp/B0FBGTXHS7

Join us this week as we go hard on some lore about the Shire and Bree calendars and the crazy real world history of why Easter is so bloody hard to pin down.Strap in, it's a crazy one.Link to my charity stand up comedy event in Newcastle, 22nd June 2025: https://linktr.ee/lotradhomeLink to the Tolkien Calendar Project:https://psarando.github.io/shire-reckoning/#tolkien-calendars

Chris was indisposed, so I've returned to spill some home truths about the world.In this captivating exploration of Middle Earth, this truther delves into the hidden truths and conspiracies surrounding the Valar, Mount Doom, and the mysterious disappearance of the Entwives. He presents a compelling argument that Mount Doom is not merely a volcano but a clean energy reactor, and that the Valar have a vested interest in keeping Middle Earth in a state of stagnation. The discussion also touches on the enigmatic Nameless Things that consume history and knowledge, posing a dire warning about their influence on the world.

Join a whimsical journey through Middle-earth as they search for the perfect fictional date! Explore unique dating ideas with cocktails like 'Noldor's Kiss' and dive into hilarious discussions about iconic villains in a playful 'smash or pass' game. From romantic quests with Barrow-wights to nostalgic party tales, the banter flows seamlessly. Listen in for absurd scenarios and witty reflections on confidence and attraction, all wrapped up in a lighthearted game show experience filled with laughter and fantasy.

'It's gone. It's done.' 'Yes, Mr. Chris... It's over now.'The last episode of the Sauron series. We cover him throughout the Third Age, his downfall, and his failed resurrection in the Fourth Age of Middle-earth.

Chris dives deep into the dark corners of Lord of the Rings lore, weaving wild theories about the Valar Deep State, the shadowy forces pulling the strings of Middle-earth, and the hidden truth behind the world's greatest economic power: Gimli, the Dwarf.Is Sauron just a puppet of the higher powers? Did Frodo’s quest play into a larger political scheme? Is Gandalf a terrifying John wick figure?Tune in to find out.

In this episode, we dive into Sauron’s return to Mordor after his disastrous beach trip to Númenor, his transformation from deceiver to full-blown terror lord, and the rise of Elendil and his sons in Middle-earth. We break down how Aragorn is connected to Númenor’s good side, the founding of Gondor and Arnor, and the Last Alliance’s war against Sauron. Also, we mourn the Entwives, question Elven leadership skills, and admire some good old fisticuffs.

We get drunk and watch a not great film. It's mainly vibes this one. Araugly.

Right. Númenor. Big fancy island, best blokes in Middle-earth, then they get ideas above their station and decide to invade heaven on earth. Because that always ends well. Enter Sauron—smooth talker, professional gaslighter—who convinces them to bin their common sense and pick a fight with the gods. Spoiler: it doesn’t end well. I’ll walk you through how the biggest empire of Men managed to self-destruct in the most dramatic way possible, with plenty of bad decisions, arrogance, and a biblical-level flood. It’s a disaster. You’ll love it. Grab a pint. You’re gonna need it. 🍻

Today we dive into one of the most pivotal events of the 2nd Age of Middle-earth. Sauron invades Eregion and tries to reclaim some bling.