This is the first scene of the Harry Potter series - the first half of chapter 1 in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Calen gives drill prices and Rene does a deep dive on bonfire night. We discuss everything from Vernon’s mustache to Hagrid’s motorbike maintenance. In the end, we learn senior wizards can party too. What a happy, happy day!

Calling all Harry Potter fans! In each Magic Beyond the Books episode, we break down a scene or character’s journey from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Warning: there are spoilers in every episode as we discuss the entire series in relation to a certain scene or character. Grab your wands and send owl post to all your friends - join us for this magical journey through JK Rowling’s hit series. This is a Harry Potter podcast you don’t want to miss.