Mar 2022

2. The Beginning of Time

The creation story continues with the introduction of Manwe, Ulmo, and Aule: the Valar who represent the air, water, and land, respectively, and we descend into the world at the beginning of time itself. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listen ... Show More

35m 24s

Mar 2022

3. All 14 of the Valar

These are the most powerful spirits in Arda, the main powers of the world, and the most important themes in the eyes of Tolkien. Let's explore their roles and how they affect Middle Earth. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episodes, early access, and ad-free listening: https://ww ... Show More

37m 32s

Mar 2022

4. The Most Beautiful Creations of the Valar: The 2 Trees of Valinor

The way Tolkien brings light to his world is extremely unique and highlights the struggle between the powers of good and evil. So what do 2 trees have to do with this? Well, it's very one of the coolest things he created in his mythology. Join our Patreon for weekly bonus episode ... Show More

34m 34s

Feb 2019

1: The Creation: The Beginning of Time

The creation of the Elder Scrolls Universe. What happens at the beginning of time and the origin of the "Gods." Looking for more lore basics? Skip to: Creation Lore continues at episode 339. The Divines (Aedra) begin at episode 127. Daedric Princes begin at episode 178. Lands & L ... Show More

38 m

Sep 2017

053 - A Hole New World

It’s the start of Season 2 here on The Prancing Pony Podcast as we start discussing the book that first introduced Middle-earth to the world: J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit! In this episode, we look at the novel’s composition, publication and lasting legacy. Alan and Shawn share the ... Show More

1h 47m

Nov 2017

060 - Questions After Nightfall 1

It’s our first ever Prancing Pony Podcast Q&A episode! Alan and Shawn answer live questions from our very special guests, ranging from the fun to the philosophical. Topics include our favorite villains, the surprising similarities between goblins and dwarves, and the importance o ... Show More

1h 34m

Apr 2015

1A-Knights of the Round Table: Yvainglory

This week on the Myths and Legends podcast, I’ll introduce the show and discuss what it’ll be about. Then, we’ll start right in on the story of Yvain, a knight of King Arthur's court who'll show that by being a huge jerk to nearly everyone you'll get everything you can ever want, ... Show More

16m 41s

Dec 2009

Genesis 1

The Creation of the World

5m 15s

Dec 2024

S07E04 - Literature⏐Tolkien and the power of the ring

Some jewels have only ever existed in books, and this is probably why they are so famous. Tolkien’s rings are amongst those mythical jewels found only in fiction, created thanks to their talented author. However, Tolkien did in fact, attempt to anchor his iconic rings to a true s ... Show More

13m 35s

Nov 2018

Introducing Mythology

Gods and heroes. Titans and transformations. Life before earth, and after it. Mythology uses half-humans to explore what it means to be human. And the newest podcast from Parcast explores Mythology. Through audio-drama, we bring these stories to life. Then, we examine where myths ... Show More

1m 18s

Apr 2019

The Silmarillion (Unabridged) Andy Serkis Part 1 of 4

Publisher's SummaryThe forerunner to The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion tells the earlier history of Middle-earth, recounting the events of the First and Second Ages, and introducing some of the key characte ... Show More

5h 44m

Jul 2017

Order out of Chaos: How to Create a Universe

Numerous mythologies speak to the birth of our universe out of darkness and chaos, but can humans follow in the footsteps of the gods? Can we create a universe in the lab? In this episode of the Stuff to Blow Your Mind podcast, Robert and Joe explore the primordial darkness of ... Show More

1h 6m

1. The Creation Story: The Ainulindalë