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Promptly Potter is a MuggleNet.com podcast where we flex our critical analysis muscles and break down a question about the Harry Potter novels. During this year-long exploration, episodes will showcas... more
FAQs about Promptly Potter:How many episodes does Promptly Potter have?The podcast currently has 200 episodes available.
November 01, 2022Episode 169: He Could Always Find His Way Back- In Chapter 7 of Deathly Hallows, Rufus Scrimgeour arrives at the Burrow to fulfill Dumbledore's will. He questions the objects left to the Trio by Dumbledore, adamant that they must be suspicious. - Today’s prompt is: For what purpose did Dumbledore originally invent the Deluminator? Did it always have a greater purpose, and did Dumbledore ever need it to guide him?- This episode is hosted by Marica Laing.- Join in the conversation on MuggleNet’s social media channels by using #PromptlyPotter...more8minPlay
October 30, 2022Episode 168: The One Rule of Making a Horcrux Is “No Backsies!”- In Chapter 6 of Deathly Hallows, Harry, Ron, and Hermione try to prepare for their upcoming Horcrux hunt. In the meantime, preparation is in full swing for Bill and Fleur's upcoming wedding.- Today’s prompt is: How does remorse repair a damaged soul after making a Horcrux? What is the process Hermione refers to as "excruciatingly painful"?- This episode is hosted by Geoff Hutton.- Join in the conversation on MuggleNet’s social media channels by using #PromptlyPotter...more7minPlay
October 28, 2022Episode 167: If I Was Confused for a Murdering Lunatic I’d Be Offended as Well- In Chapter 5 of Deathly Hallows, Harry arrives at the Burrow where the Order are assessing their losses. There, he learns that Mad-Eye Moody was killed and George Weasley was gravely injured during his escape.- Today’s prompt is: Andromeda Tonks is connected to many significant characters but appears in the story only briefly. How could she have been more involved in Harry's journey?- This episode is hosted by Bailey Alfaro.- Join in the conversation on MuggleNet’s social media channels by using #PromptlyPotter...more13minPlay
October 26, 2022Episode 166: Mundungus Fletcher Is a Last Resort- In Chapter 4 of Deathly Hallows, a handful of the most trusted members of the Order of the Phoenix arrive at Privet Drive. In order to safely escort Harry to a safe house, they hatch a plan to create six "decoy Harry Potters" with Polyjuice Potion. As most things involving Harry do, the plan goes awry.- Today’s prompt is: Was it irresponsible to put so much trust in Mundungus and make him an unwilling participant in a dangerous mission, and why was it worth the risk to include him?- This episode is hosted by Rex Hadden.- Join in the conversation on MuggleNet’s social media channels by using #PromptlyPotter...more6minPlay
October 24, 2022Episode 165: The Ministry of Magic Doesn’t Deserve the Benefit of the Doubt- In Chapter 3 of Deathly Hallows, Harry insists that the Dursleys will be safer if they leave Privet Drive until Voldemort is defeated. Vernon is reluctant, but Dudley takes Harry's side (for once in his life).- Today’s prompt is: Where are the Dursleys going into hiding and how will they be protected?- This episode is hosted by Princess Jhode Datu.- Join in the conversation on MuggleNet’s social media channels by using #PromptlyPotter...more19minPlay
October 22, 2022Episode 164: Trashy yet Convincing- In Chapter 2 of Deathly Hallows, Harry prepares to leave Privet Drive one last time. As he is packing his belongings, he sorts through recent newspapers to find Dumbledore's obituary.- Today’s prompt is: Who benefits more from Rita Skeeter's exposure of Dumbledore's dark past: Voldemort or the Order of the Phoenix?- This episode is hosted by Steph Martin.- Join in the conversation on MuggleNet’s social media channels by using #PromptlyPotter...more8minPlay
October 20, 2022Episode 163: Snape, like an Onion, Has Layers- In Chapter 1 of Deathly Hallows, Voldemort meets with his most loyal followers at Malfoy Manor. The meeting ends with the casual murder of Charity Burbage, a former Hogwarts Muggle Studies professor.- Today’s prompt is: Does seeing his longtime colleague Charity Burbage begging for help cause Snape distress, or is he so singleminded in his mission that it does not faze him?- This episode is hosted by Marica Laing.- Join in the conversation on MuggleNet’s social media channels by using #PromptlyPotter...more8minPlay
October 18, 2022Episode 162: A Contained Plot- In Chapter 30 of Half-Blood Prince, Dumbledore's funeral is held at Hogwarts. After the service, Harry breaks things off with Ginny and confides in Ron and Hermione that he is going to find the other Horcruxes. His two best friends vow to follow and help him.- Today’s prompt is: Some readers view Half-Blood Prince primarily as set-up for Deathly Hallows rather than an installment that stands on its own. Discuss.- This episode is hosted by Amy Hogan.- Join in the conversation on MuggleNet’s social media channels by using #PromptlyPotter...more6minPlay
October 16, 2022Episode 161: Does Harry Even Have Critical Analysis Skills?- In Chapter 29 of Half-Blood Prince, the aftermath of Dumbledore's death sets in. McGonagall and the heads of houses consider closing the school, and various Order of the Phoenix members deal with personal issues.- Today’s prompt is: Should Dumbledore and/or Harry have told McGonagall any information about their mission to find and destroy Horcruxes that might have enabled her to help?- This episode is hosted by Geoff Hutton.- Join in the conversation on MuggleNet’s social media channels by using #PromptlyPotter...more7minPlay
October 14, 2022Episode 160: *Record Scratch* *Freeze Frame* Yep, That’s Me. You’re Probably Wondering How I Ended Up in This Situation- In Chapter 28 of Half-Blood Prince, Snape and Draco flee Hogwarts alongside other Death Eaters. Harry gives chase but is unsuccessful, and the Death Eaters are able to escape. After the chaos, Dumbledore's body is found, lifeless, near the base of the astronomy tower.- Today’s prompt is: Why does Snape choose to tell Harry that he is the Half-Blood Prince?- This episode is hosted by Richa Venkatraman.- Join in the conversation on MuggleNet’s social media channels by using #PromptlyPotter...more7minPlay
FAQs about Promptly Potter:How many episodes does Promptly Potter have?The podcast currently has 200 episodes available.