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Episode 311 – Quidditch: The Human Condition
No matter what your feelings about earth-bound Muggle sports may be, Quidditch is a universally fascinating game. Join hosts Alison, Irvin, Sam and guest Josh as they explain how it works, ponder what could be improved, and dive into its origins.
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Episode 310 – CoS, 11 Revisit: Can Everyone See Me?
The Polyjuice Potion has begun brewing, a colossal distraction is made during Potions class, Lockhart heads up a dueling club, and now the entire school thinks that Harry is the heir of Slytherin. Join hosts Grace, Katy, Sam and guest Chris as they dissect Chapter 11 of Chamber of Secrets, "The Dueling Club."
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Episode 309 – Rubeus Hagrid: The Soccer Mom
Who knew that the lovable oaf, Hagrid, could be such a contentious topic? The goblin rebellion's got nothing on this giant war! Join hosts Alison, Aurelia, Irvin and guest Olivia as they tackle the good, the bad, and the possibly unforgivable aspects of Rubeus Hagrid.
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Episode 308 – PS/SS, 10 Revisit: No Inflated Bladders
Ron and Harry start Halloween fresh from their adventure with Fluffy, and Harry is surprised with a Nimbus Two Thousand. Join hosts Grace, Rex, and Tracy along with guest Geoff as they fly into Chapter 10 of Philosopher’s/Sorcerer’s Stone, “Halloween.”
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Episode 307 – The Department of Mysteries: Unspeakably Vague
It's time to discuss the most mysterious of all ministry departments! What do we know? What do we suspect? Which questions still keep us up at night? Find out all of this and more as hosts Aurelia, Irvin, Tracy and guest Julianna open the door to the Department of Mysteries.
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Episode 306 – HPB, 12 Revisit: Questionable Morality
Harry continues diving deeper into the Half-Blood Prince's book, catches Mundungus selling off Black family heirlooms in Hogsmeade, and witnesses a classmate get cursed! Join hosts Aurelia, Irvin, Kat, and Sam as they examine the exciting Half-Blood Prince Chapter 12, "Silver and Opals."
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Episode 305 – Cho Chang: Social Distance from Swans!
There are many words to describe Cho Chang: a minority, a beauty, a lover, a crier, a loyal friend, a fighter. Join hosts Alison, Rex, Sam, and guest Ronnie as they discuss all facets of what makes Cho an interesting yet under-served character.
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Episode 304 – PoA, 15 Revisit: Quidditch Is Life
Heartbreak, reconciliation, revenge, panic, catharsis... and that's all before one of the best (and worst) Quidditch games in the entire series! Join hosts Alison, Irvin, and Rex as they fly through Prisoner of Azkaban Chapter 15, "Quidditch Final."