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The Swolhirrim
by The Swolhirrim
Riders of Swolhan, we are here to talk all things Tolkien and fitness. Join us as we dive into the History and Characters of Middle Earth.
Episodes
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The Creation of Numenor: A History Part 25
We are into the second age, meaning we are focusing on the beginnings of the Island of Numenor. After some fitness talk Carlos and I jump into middle earth following the War of Wrath. Listen in and comment on our socials to let us know what you think. Find our merch @...
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The End of the First Age: A History Part 24
It's finally here. The missing episode. The end of season 1. The wrap up of the First Age of Middle Earth. Dive into the last few decades of this age with us. We hope you have fun and maybe even learn something.
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We're Back!!!
We want to give everyone a quick rundown of where we have been and what we are doing moving forward! WELCOME TO SEASON 2!
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Of Men
Today we have our special guest Pete aka Be1mont. Pete has forgotten more about The Legendarium than we have ever known. We are talking about Men to day. Who they are, where they are from, and why they are so important in the great stories. Sit back and listen in. And as always tell us what you...
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The End of Gondolin: A History Part 23
We dive a bit more into the fitness side of things but also go hard into the story of the Fall of Gondolin. We are coming to a close of the first age and with it comes many many battles. Hang around with us as we talk about the destruction of this great elven city. Find our merch @...
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The fall of Hurin, Thingol and Doriath: A History Part 22
Oh Oh Oh is there a lot happening as the first age comes closer to a close. We talk on Hurin and all the pain he goes through. We talk on Thingol and the mess he is in. We talk on Doriath and how it comes to an end. Join us and listen in. Let us know what you think. Find our merch @...
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Tom Bombadil
We are finally talking about the guy that everyone asks about, Mr. Tommy B. But we may not be talking about him the way many others do. Listen in as we talk about this popular but divisive character and tell us what you think. Find our merch @ https://the-swolhirrim.creator-spring.com And Check…
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Death of Turin: A History Part 21
We are still mostly following Turin and the chaos that he sews in his own life. Follow along as we talk about the undoing of the family of Hurin leading up to his eventual release from the clutches of Morgoth. We are coming to and end of the first age but we still have some crazy stuff coming.…
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The poor people of Nargothrond: A History Part 20
Look for all his faults Turin is a charmer and he once again found a way to get himself in good graces with the leader of a peoples, Orodreth of Nargothrond, and get himself involved with a bit of a love triangle that ends poorly for everyone. In mean time Tuor is making his way to Gondolin with...
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Bad Times for Turin: A History Part 19
Are you feeling the let down of The Rings of Power TV show being over? Well so are we so lets talk about the sad and depressing History during the time of Turin being an Outlaw. Hit us up so that we can know how you feel about this portion and the ending of the show. Find our merch @...
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Spooky Season Tolkien
One thing that a lot of Tolkien fans don't talk about is the absolute NIGHTMARE fuel that exists in the Legendarium. We invited our friends Nic and Pete on to talk about the monsters and horrors that are present in Tolkiens writing. This cast was so much fun and we touched on so much. I hope you...
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Episode Recap 8
No quippy intro this time just straight to it. Over all we liked it. But I needed to blow off some steam first! Tell us what you think Riders of Swolhan! Find our merch @ https://the-swolhirrim.creator-spring.com And Check us out Instagram- @the_swolhirrim TikTok- @the_swolhirrim Youtube- The...
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Episode Recap 7
We have heard split opinions on Episode 7 but for the most part Carlos and I liked it. We got to see growth and connection between characters and it really feels like we are ramping up to a great season finally. Only one episode left!! let us know what you thought of the episode Riders. Find our...
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Episode Recap 6
EPISODE 6 IS AMAZING! Riders of Swolhan if you did not love those scenes with the Numenorians on horse back I don't know what to tell you. We talk that and much more in this recap episode. We only have 2 more episodes in this season and we cannot wait to see where this season ends! Find our merch…
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Episode Recap 5
This one is a tad longer but for good reason, we had a lot to talk about. We were all over the place in Middle Earth this episode and we learned some true intentions. Listen up to what Carlos and I thought and chime in yourselves in our comments where ever you interact with us! Find our merch @...
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Episode Recap 4
Spoilers!!!!! Destruction of Numenor, Adar revealed, and Mithril found. Episode four was great and Carlos and I talk all about it. From things we loved, things we didn't and all the cool Easter eggs in the palatir room. Let us know what you thought. Find our merch @...
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Episode Recap 3
Carlos and I go over Episode 3 of the Rings of Power. We go into the fun things we saw with Numenor and the amazing fighting we saw from Arondir. Let us know what you thought! Find our merch @ https://the-swolhirrim.creator-spring.com And Check us out Instagram- @the_swolhirrim TikTok-...
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The Rohirrim
Well listeners you would think that this would have been the first episode we did given the name of the podcast but here it finally is, Rohan!! Carlos and I deep dive into Rohan and who they are as a people. Come check it out and as always let us know what you think. Find our merch @...
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Episode Recap 1&2
Spoiler Alert!!!! Carlos and I talk all about the first 2 episodes of the Rings of Power tv show. Join in and tell us what you think. Find our merch @ https://the-swolhirrim.creator-spring.com And Check us out Instagram- @the_swolhirrim TikTok- @the_swolhirrim Youtube- The Swolhirrim Patreon- The...
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The CrossFit Games
Yes Swolhirrim you read that correctly, this one is all about the 2022 CrossFit Games with just a tad of Tolkien thrown in at the end. If fitness competitions are not your thing you can skip to the end and hear Chris rant about why Peter Jackson shouldn't be involved in the Rings of Power show....
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Hobbits W/ Andie
Swolhirrim we are back with Andie to talk about Hobbits! We talk all we know and all we don't. There is mystery that surrounds hobbits and that is exactly how we want it. Hope you all enjoy. Check her out Instagram- @tolkienwithfriends TikTok- @andieinc Podcast- Tolkien With Friends Find our…
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Early days of Turin and Tuor: A History Part 18
Carlos and I talk a good about of Crossfit and the CrossFit Games at the start of the episode. The games and drawing closer and its such a great way to get motivated to do some fitness. On the Tolkien side of things we have come to the part of the History of Arda that starts to have a bit more of…
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Q and A W/Andie
Today we have our good friend and amazing Tolkien content creator on, Andie. We go through our guest list of Questions with Andie and we get some great responses. Make sure to check Andie out on TikTok and Instagram and also listen to her podcast Tolkien with Friends. And be sure to keep an eye…
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Nienna W/Kali Cosplay
We go over one of the Feanturi, The Goddess of sorrow and pain and grief, but also of healing and mercy, NIENNA. Kali joins us to talk about this Vala and her impact on Middle Earth and Arda as a whole. This one is our longest profile but well worth it, just ask Carlos. Check her out Instagram-...
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The Istari w/ Marley
Swolhan we are back with another guest on the cast and we are talking about The Istari. The wizards of Middle Earth were an ever evolving idea and subject so we talk about what we know and what we can speculate on. Such a fun topic with an amazing guest, Marley. Find her @marz__barzzz on…
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Audio only Tolkien Quiz Round 1
Here it is! The showdown between Team Knewbetta and Team LoreNerd! This is long but amazing. It was so much fun and I hope you all enjoy listening. I hope everyone learns something as well!!! @the_swolhirrim @knewbettadobetta @lore.nerd @kali__cosplay @fornost42 @be1mont @glamdringfoehammer...
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Tolkien Quiz Round 1
Here it is! The showdown between Team Knewbetta and Team LoreNerd! This is long but amazing. It was so much fun and I hope you all enjoy listening. I hope everyone learns something as well!!! @the_swolhirrim @knewbettadobetta @lore.nerd @kali__cosplay @fornost42 @be1mont @glamdringfoehammer...
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Gondor with Ebony Warrior
Hey Swolhan, we have an amazing guest on today. Xavier, Ebony Warrior, is on. We talk his fitness back ground, his cosplay, and the Kingdom of Gondor. Jump in and learn about the symbols and history of this Numenorian colony. This was so much fun, I hope you all enjoy it and get your movement in...
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Q and A with Kali Cosplay
Luckily for you all we keep getting more and more guests on our show. Today we jump into our Q and A with Kali Cosplay and get to know her a bit more. From Cosplay to Rugby we get to hear Kali's story. Check her out Instagram- @kali.cosplay TikTok- @kali__cosplay Podcast- Voices of Arda Check us...
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Nirnaeth Arnoediad: A History Part 17
It's a long one but for good reason. Join us in talking about this devastating part of Middle Earth history, the fifth of the great battles, Nirnaeth Arnoediad, The Unnumbered Tears. Men, Elves and Dwarves fall defending Beleriand from Morgoth and all of the evils of Angband. Check us out...
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Sauron: Part 3
We finally finish up our character profile on, the one and only Dark Lord, the bad guy of all bad guys, THE lord of the rings, Sauron! Enjoy this discussion of Sauron in the Third Age and how his story "ends". And if you haven't done so yet check out our Sauron Workout on TikTok and Instagram....
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The Choice of Fate: A History Part 16
Swolhirrim we are finishing up our time of the history that talks about Beren and Luthien. Carlos and I talk first about the CrossFit open and how that is going and Fitness in general and then Knewbettadobetta joins in for the last of our three parts of the history regarding Beren and Luthien. We...
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Q and A with Xavier
We are incredibly lucky to have another guest episode to put out. Xavier (Ebony Warrior) came on to talk about the Kingdom of Gondor with us but first we wanted to do a little Q and A. We loved talking with him, hearing his story and him sharing his nerdery and knowledge with us. I hope you all...
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Retrieving a Silmaril: A History Part 15
We are back with Knewbetta talking about the quest of Beren and Luthien to get a Silmaril. We talk about giant wolves and even gianter wolves. We go into lust and love. And we talk on fate and destiny. Such a good conversation and continuation of the history episodes of this seven year span of...
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Sauron: Part 2
We talk pretty heavily at the beginning of CrossFit and the changes that have happened in the company but about 30 minutes in we dive into the Second Age Sauron and he does not get any better. After being given a chance to return to Valinor he runs and from there the journey of him becoming The...
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Men and Elves: A History Part 13
Here we talk about Men and Elves. Their alliances, betrayals, oaths and wars. Hurin and Huor make it to the city of Gondolin and are some of the few who ever leave that beautiful city. We end just before getting into the story of Beren and Luthien. Check us out Instagram- @the_swolhirrim TikTok-...
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Just The Swol
We take a break from what has been a very heavy Tolkien oriented last few weeks to talk Fitness. Carlos and I among thousands of others around the world just finished up the CrossFit Open and we wanted to talk about what that meant to us. As well as talking about what fitness means to us, why we...
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Beren and Luthien: A History Part 14
Join us with special guest Knewbettadobetta to talk about part one of this amazing time period. We left off with Sauron taking over Tol Sirion and turning it into his Isle of monsters. We now get into what happens to Barahir and his men, Luthien the Daughter of Thingol and Melian, and the fate of...
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Sauron: Part 1
Today we are getting into, the biggest, baddest, bad guy there is, Sauron. There is so much to this Maia that we have to break it up into three parts. Today we take on Sauron of the first age and they evil that he spread during that time. Hit us up and let us know what you think. Follow us on:...
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The Battle of Sudden Flame: A History Part 12
After 100 years of a watchful peace this history hits hard! We get a lot in just a small amount of time. We see the might of Fingolfin and also get our first mention of Sauron!!!! Join us in this captivating part of history and tell us what you think. Follow us on: Instagram- @the_swolhirrim...
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Rings of Power: Teaser Trailer
That's right we are back again, we told you we had a lot coming your way. The Teaser Trailer for the Amazon show The Rings of Power and we are here to give you a quick run through and what we think about it. Tell us what you think we would love to hear from you! Follow us on: Instagram-...
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Q&A With KnewBettaDoBetta
Swolhirrim we have an amazing guest on this quick episode Knew Betta Do Betta! He will be with us on an upcoming history episode as well but we wanted to do a quick Q&A first. He shares with us his Tolkien origin, why he started his TikTok, and which peoples of Middle Earth he sees himself as.…
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Rings of Power: New Photos
This is the second of our shows about Amazon show The Rings of Power. We talk about the new photos that were released, our takes on what we see and the story that we are given, and trash talk the internet haters just a little bit. We hope you enjoy the show and hit us up with any comments. Follow...
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The State of Swolhan
Hello Swollhirrim! Today's format is a bit different. We recorded and published this episode on the same day, which has never happened. We talk about the Tolkien fandom and where we fit. We are, as always very, open and honest, though it seems like maybe more today about our opinions on Tolkien,...
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Valinor
Hey Swolhirrim, the first profile of a place and not a person or people is up! This one is all about The West, The dwelling of the Gods, Valinor. I hope you all enjoy and let us know what you think. Also check out the FIRST episode of many about the new Amazon show "The Rings of Power". We will…
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Rings of Power: Title Teaser
First episode in our LOTR on Prime series. We will be doing an after show for all of the episodes come September and any "real" show news that comes out. Amazon released the name of the show The Rings of Power. Hit us up and tell us what you think. We are excited for September 2nd and we hope you...
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100 years: A History Part 11
After our own long span of time not publishing we are putting out an episode of a nice long span. 100 years of preparation and "peace". Men and Elves are moving and growing but so is Morgoth. We go over the Nature of Men, how men and elves are now joined in purpose, and what exactly is a Dark…
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Aulë Revisited
Soooooo yeah, our least listened to episode is the Aulë one, we wanted to change this. First off the amount that Aulë has contributed to moving the story forward is more than any other character that we are given. Second, the audio now is much better. Tuck in, listen up and have fun with our...
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Building Gondolin and Nargothrond: A History Part 10
Two good friends decide to build the city of their dreams to save their people. King Thingol learns the truth of why the Noldor are in middle earth and is not too pleased. And much other Elvish shenanigans goes on during this time of "watchful peace". Follow us on: Instagram- @the_swolhirrim...
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Isildur
We talk about the man whole gets shafted pretty badly in the movies, no not Faramir, Isildur! Should he have cast the ring into the fire? Sure. Did he keep it out of malice? Well, lets talk about that and a lot more about this son of Numenor. Follow us on: Instagram- @the_swolhirrim Youtube- The...
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