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Podcast: Lore of the Rings | Explore JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings and More | For all fans of Middle-earth
Episode: The Beginning of Middle Earth | JRR Tolkien's The Silmarillion | 001
Description: Discover the epic creation of Middle-earth as told in J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Silmarillion. Uncover the origins of Tolkien’s mythology, the birth of the world through the Music of the Ainur, and the rise of the powerful beings known as the Valar. Learn where Gandalf truly came from and meet Melkor — a dark power far more malevolent than Sauron. Explore the foundations of Middle-earth’s history, its gods, and its ancient evil in this deep dive into the heart of Tolkien’s legendarium.Perfect for fans of The Lord of the Rings books, Tolkien trivia lovers...