Buddy Book Club

The Buddies watch movie #6 - Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince on this week’s episode. They get to chatting about: Hogwarts "three strikes policy" for attempted murder, how Ginny and Harry's on-screen chemistry makes a flobberworm look charismatic, and whether Dumbledore the worst wingman in wizarding history. So, grab yourself some Felix Felicis, don’t tie your shoes, because we’re all getting real lucky on this episode. 

Intro (0:00-1:17)
Stock Up/Down (1:18-26:33)
Favorite Scene/Character/Studio Notes (26:34-39:05)
Love/Hate (39:06-48:03)
Conclusion (48:04-50:33)

NEXT Episode: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling

The Buddies are now onto the sixth chapter of their magical journey with "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling. The Buddies explored vital wizarding matters including: the questionable ethics of love potions at a high school, the surprising benefits of writing in used textbooks, and whether Dumbledore needed better threat assessment training. The Buddies also tackled life's deeper questions, like whether Harry's romantic strategy aligns with the D.E.N.N.I.S. system, and if Ginny Weasley is actually the only person at Hogwarts having a normal teenage experience. So grab your bottle of liquid luck, cause we’re snogging it up this episode (did we use that right)?

Intro (0:00-0:46)
Stock Up/Down (0:47-30:28)
Favorite Scene/Character/Magical Elements (30:29-42:03)
Love/Hate (42:04-55:01)
Conclusion (55:02-1:00:50)

NEXT Episode: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince - MOVIE

NEXT BOOK: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J. K. Rowling

The Buddies weren’t too happy about the 5th Harry Potter movie, “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix", where apparently the longest book in the series got hit with a shrinking charm. The Buddies discussed many important topics including: Death Eaters' and the Lost tv show crossover, Filch's unexpected workout routine, and whether the movie's pacing deserves to be thrown through the mysterious veil. So, grab your truth serum (which may or mayn’t be fake), avoid any suspicious-looking smoke clouds, and join us as dissect (attack) this movie for 45 minutes.

Intro (0:00-1:35)
Stock Up/Down (1:36-26:10)
Favorite Scene/Character (26:11-28:38)
Love/Hate (29:39-42:15)
Studio Notes (42:16-43:44)
Listener Email (43:45-45:02)
Conclusion (45:03-47:35)

NEXT BOOK: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J. K. Rowling

The Buddies plunged into the fifth installment of their magical marathon with "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" by J.K. Rowling. The Buddies discussed many important topics including: becoming radicalized over owl injuries, the Weasley twins' mastery of guerrilla marketing, and whether Dumbledore's penchant for secrecy deserves a Howler. The Buddies also pondered life's important questions, like whether listening to audiobooks is an acceptable alternative to watching your child being born (spoiler: it's not). So your practice your "hem-hems", tell no lies,  and join us for this week's episode.

Intro (0:00-1:30)
Stock Up/Down (1:31-28:32)
Favorite Scene/Character/Magical Elements (28:33-48:54)
Love/Hate (48:55-1:02:04)
Listener Email/Lingering Questions (1:02:05-1:05:19)
Conclusion (1:05:20-1:07:37)

NEXT Episode: Harry Potter and the  Order of the Phoenix - MOVIE
NEXT BOOK: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J. K. Rowling

 The Buddies fly into the fourth installment of their Harry Potter book/movie marathon with Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. The Buddies conjured up a spellbinding discussion covering: Dumbledore choking out students, Beauxbatons' Disney-on-ice entrance, and ranking the top movies so far. So put on your magical eye, start flicking your tongue, and join us for the Goblet of Fire movie discussion.

 
Intro (0:00-0:44)
Stock Up/Down (0:45-29:14)
Favorite Scene/Character/Movie Notes (29:15-39:11)
Love/Hate (39:12-49:46)
Conclusion/Movie Rankings (49:47-52:16)

NEXT BOOK: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J. K. Rowling

The Buddies read what might be their favorite book ever written in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. They are joined by special guest, and Harry Potter super fan, Jimmy for the fourth installment of the greatest series to ever live. This is a long one and they touch on pretty much every topic you can imagine. From the true dark lord, to wizard gambling, to going out on top (that is to say dying on top). So hold on to your broom handles, because we’re flying right into the action on this one.

Intro (0:00-1:16)
Stock Up/Down (1:17-30:37)
Favorite Scene/Character/Magical Elements (30:38-51:48)
Love/Hate (51:19- 1:03:39)
Listener Email (1:03:40-1:07:35)
Lingering Questions (1:07:36-1:10:06)
Conclusion/Awarding the House Cup (1:10:07-1:15:03)

Next EPISODE: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - MOVIE

NEXT BOOK : Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J. K. Rowling

The Buddies apparate into the third Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.  They got to chatting about: Wizards and their fashion choices, romantic scenes, Hermione's workout regiment, and how Snape's redemption arc got lost somewhere between the book and the big screen. So practice your "Lumos Maxima" for those late-night reading sessions, and join the Buddies as they dissect a film that's darker than Hagrid's rock cakes.

Intro (0:00-0:44)
Stock Up/Down (0:45-27:04)
Favorite Scenes (27:05-33:28)
Love/Hate (33:29-40:35)
Listener Email & Lingering Questions (40:36-46:03)
Conclusion (46:04-48:12)

NEXT BOOK: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J. K. Rowling

 The Buddies fly into book 3 of the Harry Potter series in, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. They're joined by special guest (with an appropriate name): Magic.  They discuss everything from taking a page out of Willy Wonka's 'how to deal with spoiled children' book, to the questionable penal system of Azkaban. They also get into important topics around: The raging hormones of pubescent wizards, chocolate being the ultimate magical and non-magical cure, and how Snape is dead to them. So grab your Firebolt (if you can afford it), practice your Patronus charm, and join the Buddies for book 3 of the greatest series that ever lived.

Intro (0:00-1:37)
Stock Up/Down (1:38-29:13)
Favorite Scene/Character/Magical Elements (29:14-46:03)
Love/Hate (46:04-57:01)
Conclusion & House Cup Award (57:02-1:01:45)

NEXT Episode: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban MOVIE

NEXT BOOK: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

The Buddies continue their marathon with movie #2, Harry Potter and the Chambers of Secrets, directed by Chris Columbus. The Buddies delved into a number of movie topics including: Mr. Weasley's book vs movie differences, the uncanny similarity between Quidditch and Star Wars space battles, and whether Moaning Myrtle's voice is more terrifying than the basilisk itself. So, grab your broken wand (and maybe consider turning it around), watch out for basilisk snakes/Lucius Malfoy in the hallways, and get your slow clap ready for this week’s episode.

Intro (0:00-1:25)
Stock Up/Down (1:20-37:11)
Favorite Scene/Character/Magical Elements (37:12-54:17)
Conclusion (54:18-55:09)

NEXT Episode: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J. K. Rowling

The Buddies jumped into book 2 of their epic Harry Potter book/Movie Marathon, with Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, by J.K. Rowling. The Buddies delved into a number of magical topics including: Mr. Weasley being a gangster, Quidditch equipment regulations, the economics of the wizarding world, and whether Moaning Myrtle's bathroom is preferable to a packed one after a feast at the great hall. So, grab your Nimbus 2000 or 2001 (if your daddy can afford it), watch out for rogue bludgers, and join us for this week's episode. 

Intro (0:00-1:25)
Stock Up/Down (1:26-33:15)
Favorite Scene/Character/Magical Elements (33:16-47:57)
Love/Hate (47:58 -59:10)
Listener Email (59:11-1:01:01)
Conclusion/Awarding the House Cup (1:01:02-1:04:29)

NEXT EPISODE: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - MOVIE
NEXT BOOK: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J. K. Rowling