A Drunk History Of Middle-earth

A Drunk History Of Middle-earth

A Drunk History of Middle-earth

English Explicit
Episodes 82
Avg. Duration 58m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (17)
Since Mar 2023
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
69%
Hosting
anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

Have you ever wanted to know more about the world of Lord of the Rings? Maybe you even started the Silmarillion but couldn't get into it. Too many names (usually beginning with 'Fin', let's be honest). I feel you. And I have your back. Join me and my wife as I do all the research for you and explain all the amazing stuff hidden within Tolkien's works. There's like 50 years he was writing for so there's a lot. The podcast breaks down Middle-earth's history like I'm your pal at the pub. I keep it accessible and relatable because as many people as possible should appreciate Tolkien's world.

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Recent Episodes

S1E82 82 - Evil in Middle-earth and Kintsugi - Chris Wrote an Essay

Jun 04, 2026 52m

Chris Hikes 26 miles dressed as a Hobbit for charity: https://shorturl.at/6AbHfChris pops in to discuss the nature of evil in Middle-earth. He looks at whether Morgoth was really as chaotic as he…

S1E81 81 - Conspiracy Talk 3

Apr 08, 2026 57m

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S1E80 80 - Tom Bombadil - Deep as Old Man Willow Roots

Mar 10, 2026 2h 4m

Chris' Charity Bike Ride: https://tinyurl.com/ChrisC2CAfter a long break, Chris and Becca are back to discuss the enigma wrapped in a riddle wrapped in a blue coat and yellow boots, Tom Bombadil.…

S1E79 79 - Legendary Loot - Aragorn Part 5 - Heirlooms

Dec 31, 2025 1h 47m

Note: The podcast is going on extended break as life is hectic.As 2025 comes to a close, Chris is solo and discusses some of the most famous relics in Middle-earth. He discusses their long history…

S1E78 78 - Aragorn Part 4 - Generational Guilt

Dec 11, 2025 51m

After a long break, we're back with Aragorn Part 4! We cover the war of the ring and the greatest fictional man's demise after a long life.

S1E77 77 - Aragorn Part 3 - A Heartbreaking Lovestory

Oct 16, 2025 1h 21m

We continue our Aragorn series this week. We cover his early life and meeting Arwen. Some deep details on who 'the wise' are, some of the areas in Gondor are fleshed out, and a good sprinkling of…

S1 76 - Aragorn Part 2 - What the Family?

Oct 02, 2025 1h 16m

Buy Chris' book here (available in paperback, Audible or ebook): https://shorturl.at/N6AbXThis week we continue to look at Aragorn. Let's take a look at his family and ancestors and their story. It's…

S1E77 75 - Guests - Fool of a Took Podcast - Tolkien Nerd Version of the Avengers

Sep 21, 2025 2h 24m

Buy Chris' book here (available in paperback, Audible or ebook): https://shorturl.at/N6AbXFool of a Took Socials: https://shorturl.at/92y3AThis week we're joined by the lovely lads Chris and Pat from…

S1E74 74 - Aragorn Part 1 - Estel, Elessar, Envinyatar - Names and Titles

Sep 04, 2025 1h 4m

Buy Chris' book here (available in paperback, Audible or ebook): https://shorturl.at/N6AbXThis week we kick off our new big series. It's the man, the myth, the legend, Aragorn II.An incredible deep…

S1E72 73 - Corsairs of Umbar - It's a Pirate's Life for Me

Aug 20, 2025 1h 5m

Buy Chris' book here (available in paperback, Audible or ebook): https://shorturl.at/N6AbXThis week we cover the history of Umbar, the troubling region south of Gondor that gave birth to the most…

S1E72 72 - Tales of the Shire review - Relaxed Talk

Aug 09, 2025 50m

Buy Chris' book here (available in paperback or ebook): https://shorturl.at/N6AbXThis week we review Tales of the Shire, A The Lord of the Rings game (no, it's not a typo).It's a relaxed one and we…

S1E71 71 - Dwarf Wars - 3rd Age - Orcs and Dragons

Jul 24, 2025 1h 3m

Buy Chris' book, the Horror at Beamish Hall, here (available in paperback or ebook): https://shorturl.at/N6AbXChris covers two of the biggest wars that Dwarves were involved in this week. If you've…

S1E70 70 - Tolkien Tage Review - Relaxed Talk

Jun 24, 2025 37m

Buy Chris' book here (available in paperback or ebook): https://shorturl.at/N6AbXMe and Becca pop in for an update on our trip to the wonderful Tolkien Tage festival in Germany. See you soon for our…

S1E69 69 - Nice - Shire and Bree Calendars

Apr 27, 2025 52m

Buy Chris' book here (available in paperback or ebook): https://shorturl.at/N6AbXJoin us this week as we go hard on some lore about the Shire and Bree calendars and the crazy real world history of…

S1E67 68 - Middle-earth Conspiracies 2 - Electric Boogaloo

Apr 13, 2025 42m

Buy Chris' book here (available in paperback or ebook): https://shorturl.at/N6AbXChris was indisposed, so I've returned to spill some home truths about the world.In this captivating exploration of…

S1E65 67 - Lord of the Flings

Mar 30, 2025 1h 1m

In this episode, we take 20 of the best singletons that middle-earth has to offer and try to find Becca a (fictional) date.Join us for this critically acclaimed gameshow! (Nobody has ever acclaimed…

66 - Third Age and Downfall - Sauron Part 9

Mar 16, 2025 57m

'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…

S1E63 65 - Conspiracy Talk - The Deep State of Middle-earth

Feb 28, 2025 1h 9m

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…

S1E62 64 - The Last Alliance - Sauron Part 8

Feb 16, 2025 52m

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…

63 - Drunk Commentary - Lord of the Rings 1978

Feb 13, 2025 2h 15m

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

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A Drunk History Of Middle-earth has published 82 episodes since March 2023.

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