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Episode 211 – Wands & Wandlore: More About Yew
Curious...curious...there's a lot of curious things about wands, and we have a lot of questions. Join hosts Kat, Michael, and Alison as they delve into the creation of these most magical objects and their relationship with those that wield them. After all, the wand chooses the wizard...
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Episode 210 – Religion and Fate: Into the Unknown
From the depths of Hogwarts to the secret rooms of the Department of Mysteries, ideas from various world religions throughout time are woven in the fabric of the Harry Potter series. Join hosts Rosie and Alison, along with MuggleNet staffer Nicole, as they discuss how religion and fate are seen in the books.
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Episode 209 – Horcruxes: Voldy-Bits
's time to examine one of Wizarding World's darkest and most mysterious concepts. We've graduated from splitting hairs to splitting souls. Grab your copy of Magick Moste Evile and join Alison, Eric, Michael and returning special guest, Grace, as they go deep into the heart - or rather, the soul - of Horcruxes.
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Episode 208 – Sorting: Whatever, Hat
It's time to have a sit on that three legged stool and give ourselves to the safe hands (though it has none) of the Sorting Hat! Join hosts Kat, Michael, and Alison along with guest host MuggleNet staffer Beth Warsaw, as they riddle their way through the tricky business that is the Hogwarts Sorting system.
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Episode 207 – Albus Dumbledore: All Kinds of Love
Dumbledore would like to think there was more love in the world, and we're spreading some love (and criticism, and analysis) to him! Join hosts Kat and Alison with guest host Jess as they discuss the wise old headmaster of Hogwarts and try to unravel his complicated character.
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Episode 206 – Illness & Special Needs in the Wizarding World: The Non-Existent “Neurotypical” Norm
Join hosts Eric, Kristen, and Michael, along with guest Mary, as they discuss disabilities inside the world of Harry Potter.
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Episode 205 – October 31, 1981: The Good Black
35 years ago, on October 31, 1981, Lord Voldemort made his first attempt to fulfill the Prophecy by taking the life of a 15 month-old child named Harry Potter. Unluckily for him, he failed, but thankfully for us, he did! Happy Halloween! 🎃
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Episode 204 – Women in Harry Potter: Smacking Point
It's that time to talk about these strong, intelligent, powerful women that we've seen throughout all seven of the Harry Potter novels.
