ProtegoCast

In this week's episode, Ali and Emma are joined by Melanie and Julianna, hosts of the PuffCast podcast, to chat about how House traits might feed into different forms of activism.

Also in this episode:

1. An introduction to PuffCast
2. Forms of activism we see from characters in each Hogwarts House
3. Acts of Protest and how House traits feed into how members of each House might gravitate more toward certain aspects of social justice movements and campaigns, and certain jobs or positions in the animal rights movement
4. What might each House struggle with when it comes to activism?
5. Answering a question on feeling overwhelmed by activism, and reading a review on the air!

We'll return soon for another episode exploring animal rights in the wizarding world, but in the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts via email, leave a review, join our Patreon, and, on behalf of all magical creatures, Protego Maxima!

Visit our ProtegoCast website and subscribe to the ProtegoCast Patreon over at Patreon.com/protegocast.

Follow the Protego Foundation:

• Twitter: @ProtegoFDN
• Instagram: @protegofoundation
• Facebook: @TheProtegoFoundation

PuffCast:

• Instagram: @PuffCastPod

• Twitter: @PuffCastPod

• Apple Podcasts / Spotify / other options available at PuffCast's Linktree!

Melanie:

• Instagram: @Plimpy

Julianna:

• Instagram: @jellyanna_runs

• Into The Fold Podcast

Ali Matthews:

• Instagram: @diagonalii

• Web: The Protego Foundation

Emma Pocock:

• Twitter: @emmapocock96
• Instagram: @emma.pocock
• Web: The Leaky Cauldron / Forbes

In this week's episode, Ali and Emma are joined by Jordan Page to speak about Adopt Don't Shop, and how adopting a companion animal rather than purchasing from pet stores or breeders is always the best option!

Also in this episode:

1. Protego's Pygmy Puff campaign back when The Protego Foundation was the Fwooper Foundation
2. Eelop's Owl Emporium / Magical Menagerie - what are the benefits of adoption shelters vs 'Pet shops' and how can we help these places
3. Ban on experimental breeding, dragon Breeding and fwoopers - why breeding is harmful and how adoption helps lessen the impacts of breeding
4. Adopting rescued animals - challenges associated with adoption, and responsibilities associated with adopting animals - considering past trauma and health requirements, not just randomly selecting companion animals like Hagrid!
5. Initial reactions to the Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore trailer

We'll return soon for another episode exploring animal rights in the wizarding world, but in the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts via email, leave a review, join our Patreon, and, on behalf of all magical creatures, Protego Maxima!

Visit our ProtegoCast website and subscribe to the ProtegoCast Patreon over at Patreon.com/protegocast.

Follow the Protego Foundation:

• Twitter: @ProtegoFDN
• Instagram: @protegofoundation
• Facebook: @TheProtegoFoundation

Jordan Page:

• Facebook: @PagingAdventure
• Instagram: @JordanSheaPage

Ali Matthews:

• Instagram: @diagonalii

• Web: The Protego Foundation

Emma Pocock:

• Twitter: @emmapocock96
• Instagram: @emma.pocock
• Web: The Leaky Cauldron / Forbes

In this week's episode, Ali and Emma discuss a common experience of being an activist: compassion fatigue.

*Content warning: this episode deals with heavy topics related to trauma and mental health, so if you'd rather give it a miss, we totally understand - come join us in the Protego Discord!

Also in this episode:

1. How compassion fatigue differs from burnout
2. The signs of compassion fatigue
3. Examples we see of characters in the wizarding world who may have experienced compassion fatigue
4. Solutions to compassion fatigue
5. Self-care and comfort Potter movies

We'll return soon for another episode exploring animal rights in the Wizarding World, but in the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts via email, leave a review, join our Patreon, and, on behalf of all magical creatures, Protego Maxima!

Visit our ProtegoCast website and subscribe to the ProtegoCast Patreon over at Patreon.com/protegocast.

Follow the Protego Foundation:

• Twitter: @ProtegoFDN
• Instagram: @protegofoundation
• Facebook: @TheProtegoFoundation

Ali Matthews:

• Instagram: @diagonalii

• Web: The Protego Foundation

Emma Pocock:

• Twitter: @emmapocock96
• Instagram: @emma.pocock
• Web: The Leaky Cauldron / Forbes

Resources:

Definitions of Compassion Fatigue https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compassion%20fatigue

Coping with compassion fatigue: https://www.ourhenhouse.org/how-an-activist-headed-toward-burnout-can-change-course-four-ways-to-cope-with-compassion-fatigue-2/

Resources on Compassion Fatigue: https://www.idausa.org/campaign/sustainable-activism/compassion-fatigue/

In this week's mini-episode, Ali and Emma are joined once again by Kathryn Henzler, co-founder and Executive Director of the Protego Foundation, translator, and fashion designer!

Also in this episode:

1. Examples of non-vegan materials used in clothing in the wizarding world and Muggle world
2. Animal-friendly alternatives to these materials (and what these might look like in the wizarding world)
3. Which charms would be most useful to use on clothing if Kathryn had the chance?
4. Tips for animal-friendly cosplays!

We'll return soon for another episode exploring animal rights in the Wizarding World, but in the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts via email, leave a review, join our Patreon, and, on behalf of all magical creatures, Protego Maxima!

Visit our ProtegoCast website and subscribe to the ProtegoCast Patreon over at Patreon.com/protegocast.

Follow the Protego Foundation:

• Twitter: @ProtegoFDN
• Instagram: @protegofoundation
• Facebook: @TheProtegoFoundation

Kathryn Henzler:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/KathrynHenzler

Ali Matthews:

• Instagram: @diagonalii

• Web: The Protego Foundation

Emma Pocock:

• Twitter: @emmapocock96
• Instagram: @emma.pocock
• Web: The Leaky Cauldron / Forbes

Resources:

• Blog Posts:

• https://www.protegofoundation.org/blog/have-a-heart-this-anti-fur-day

• https://www.protegofoundation.org/blog/jk-rowling-and-the-problem-with-fur

• https://www.protegofoundation.org/empatheticalley.html

• Collective Fashion Justice: https://www.instagram.com/collectivefashionjustice/?hl=en

• Piñatex: https://www.ananas-anam.com

• Good on You: https://goodonyou.eco/about/

In this week's mini-episode, Ali and Emma discuss plans for Halloween, as well as reflect on World Vegan Day and the season ahead.

Also in this episode:

• Halloween costumes (and Ali's awesome three-person magical creature costume)

• Protego Trivia Party - be sure to join us on October 27th!

• What does being vegan mean to you?

• Looking at the season ahead, and what we've learned so far

Be sure to send us your wizarding themed vegan Halloween parties and what you'll be doing for World Vegan Day, and show us your Halloween costumes!

We'll return soon for another episode exploring animal rights in the Wizarding World, but in the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts via email, leave a review, join our Patreon, and, on behalf of all magical creatures, Protego Maxima!

Visit our ProtegoCast website and subscribe to the ProtegoCast Patreon over at Patreon.com/protegocast.

Follow the Protego Foundation:

• Twitter: @ProtegoFDN
• Instagram: @protegofoundation
• Facebook: @TheProtegoFoundation

Ali Matthews:

• Instagram: @diagonalii

• Web: The Protego Foundation

Emma Pocock:

• Twitter: @emmapocock96
• Instagram: @emma.pocock
• Web: The Leaky Cauldron / Forbes

Resources:

• Blog Post: Halloween Great Hall Celebration: https://www.protegofoundation.org/blog/halloween?fbclid=IwAR10UPB_dpBZ7ocoaf1DzY43OldsGOIJGyBF0I3RkmFENqJsIYje8GBcp88

• Vegan Pumpkin Juice recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgIvUzbLut0

• ProtegoCast Episode 14: Magical Food Department (for more recipe ideas for your Halloween parties and World Vegan Day celebrations!) https://protegocast.libsyn.com/protegocast-episode-14-magical-food-department

• ProtegoCast Episode 10: Dark Creatures (for a recap of last Halloween's episode): https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/show/protegocast/id/16574690

• Racism as Zoological Witchcraft: A Guide to Getting Out, by Aph Ko: https://lanternpm.org/books/racism-as-zoological-witchcraft/

• Aphro-ism, by Aph and Syl Ko: https://lanternpm.org/books/aphro-ism/c

• Antiracism in Animal Advocacy, by Jasmin Singer (editor), Aryenish Birdie (foreword), Michelle Rojas-Soto (afterword): https://lanternpm.org/books/antiracism-in-animal-advocacy/

• The Opposite of Butterfly Hunting - The Tragedy and The Glory of Growing Up; A Memoir, by Evanna Lynch: https://www.headline.co.uk/titles/evanna-lynch/the-opposite-of-butterfly-hunting/9781472283030/

In this week's episode, Emma and Ali are joined by Season 1 host and The Protego Foundation's Director of Community and Special Programs, Jordan Page, to chat with none other than Evanna Lynch about her upcoming book, The Opposite of Butterfly Hunting - The Tragedy and The Glory of Growing Up; A Memoir, and all things Luna Lovegood!

*Content warning: This episode includes discussions of eating disorders and mental health.

Also in this episode:

1. Evanna shares how she first became vegan
2. Evanna tells the hosts about the process of writing her book, and how she's used her memoir to help reclaim the story of her eating disorder from the press and social media
3. Evanna speaks about her time playing Luna, and how she sees the character now
4. Would Luna be vegan?
5. Are 'found' animal products (i.e. hair and feathers) ethical to use in wand cores?

Have you pre-ordered The Opposite of Butterfly Hunting? It's available October 14th in the U.K., and October 19th elsewhere, so be sure to let us know what you think when you manage to get your hands on a copy!

We'll return soon for another episode exploring animal rights in the Wizarding World, but in the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts via email, leave a review, join our Patreon, and, on behalf of all magical creatures, Protego Maxima!

Visit our ProtegoCast website and subscribe to the ProtegoCast Patreon over at Patreon.com/protegocast.

Evanna Lynch:

Instagram: @EvannaLynch: https://www.instagram.com/evannalynch/

The Chickpeeps:https://www.thechickpeeps.com

Kinder Beauty: https://kinderbeauty.com

The Opposite of Butterfly Hunting - The Tragedy and The Glory of Growing Up; A Memoir:

• UK (October 14th): https://www.headline.co.uk/titles/evanna-lynch/the-opposite-of-butterfly-hunting/9781472283030/

• Elsewhere (October 19th): https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/677563/the-opposite-of-butterfly-hunting-by-evanna-lynch/

Follow the Protego Foundation:

• Twitter: @ProtegoFDN
• Instagram: @protegofoundation
• Facebook: @TheProtegoFoundation

Ali Matthews:

• Instagram: @diagonalii

• Web: The Protego Foundation

Emma Pocock:

• Twitter: @emmapocock96
• Instagram: @emma.pocock
• Web: The Leaky Cauldron / Forbes

Jordan Page:

• Facebook: @PagingAdventure
• Instagram: @JordanSheaPage

In this week's episode, Emma and Ali discuss the wizarding world's dragon-loving enigma, Charlie Weasley, and whether or not they think he'd be vegan.

Also in this episode:

1. Cognitive dissonance and Charlie's love of dragons
2. Triwizard Tournament woes
3. Darning vegan fireproof balaclavas
4. Charlie's involvement in rehoming Norbert(a)
5. How ethical are dragon sanctuaries in the wizarding world, and what makes an ethical sanctuary in the Muggle world?

Do you think Charlie Weasley would be vegan? Do you have the knitting pattern for a fireproof balaclava? Have you ever volunteered for an animal sanctuary?

We'll return soon for another episode exploring animal rights in the Wizarding World, but in the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts via email, leave a review, join our Patreon, and, on behalf of all magical creatures, Protego Maxima!

Visit our ProtegoCast website and subscribe to the ProtegoCast Patreon over at Patreon.com/protegocast.

Follow the Protego Foundation:

• Twitter: @ProtegoFDN
• Instagram: @protegofoundation
• Facebook: @TheProtegoFoundation

Ali Matthews:

• Instagram: @diagonalii

• Web: The Protego Foundation

Emma Pocock:

• Twitter: @emmapocock96
• Instagram: @emma.pocock
• Web: The Leaky Cauldron / Forbes

In this week's episode, Emma and Ali chat with Wizarding World of Harry Potter expert and Protego Foundation team member, Valerie Short, about vegan things you can find in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme parks (in the U.S.) and locations further afield!

Also in this episode:

1. Valerie speaks about her introduction to veganism and to Harry Potter
2. Vegan options in the Harry Potter New York store
3. Vegan options at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando and Hollywood
4. Vegan options at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London and Hollywood
5. Vegan options at the Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition in London
6. Which style of vegan butterbeer is best?

Which Wizarding World location are you most excited to visit? Which item is top on your list? Let us know via social media!

We'll return soon for another episode exploring animal rights in the Wizarding World, but in the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts via email, leave a review, join our Patreon, and, on behalf of all magical creatures, Protego Maxima!

Visit our ProtegoCast website and subscribe to the ProtegoCast Patreon over at Patreon.com/protegocast.

Follow the Protego Foundation:

• Twitter: @ProtegoFDN
• Instagram: @protegofoundation
• Facebook: @TheProtegoFoundation

Ali Matthews:

• Instagram: @diagonalii

• Web: The Protego Foundation

Emma Pocock:

• Twitter: @emmapocock96
• Instagram: @emma.pocock
• Web: The Leaky Cauldron / Forbes

Valerie Short:

• Instagram: @whimsic.valley
• Web: The Protego Foundation

In this week's episode, Emma and Ali welcome you back for Season 2 of ProtegoCast, and celebrate Back to Hogwarts day - vegan style!

Also in this episode:

1. Meet your hosts for Season 2
2. What's in your bag? Vegan Back to Hogwarts edition
3. Anything (vegan) from the trolley?
4. Veganising the Hogwarts welcome feast
5. Companion animals and the question of animal safety at Hogwarts
6. Is Hogwarts soap vegan?

What vegan essentials would you be packing if you were headed to Hogwarts? Which Hogwarts Express trolley snack would you want to try the most? Let us know via social media.

We'll return soon for another episode exploring animal rights in the Wizarding World, but in the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts via email, leave a review, join our Patreon, and, on behalf of all magical creatures, Protego Maxima!

Visit our ProtegoCast website and subscribe to the ProtegoCast Patreon over at Patreon.com/protegocast.

Follow the Protego Foundation:

• Twitter: @ProtegoFDN
• Instagram: @protegofoundation
• Facebook: @TheProtegoFoundation

Ali Matthews:

• Instagram (@diagonalii): https://www.instagram.com/diagonalii/

• The Protego Foundation: http://www.protegofoundation.org/staff-members.html

Emma Pocock:

• Twitter: @emmapocock96
• Instagram: @emma.pocock

Web: The Leaky Cauldron / Forbes

In this week's episode Tylor, Jordan and Emma are joined by Kathryn Henzler, Executive Director of The Protego Foundation, and Ali Matthews, Protego's Finance and Development Director, to wrap up Season 1 of ProtegoCast with some Care of Magical Creatures trivia!

Also in this episode:

1. Questions from easy to obscure: from Dragons, Bowtruckles and Occamy eggs, to Trolls, Winged Horses and more!
2. Lessons from Season 1 of ProtegoCast
3. Season 2 release date & plans

We'd like to thank our listeners and Patreon supporters for helping Season 1 be a success. We'll be back on September 1st - just in time for some Back to Hogwarts fun!

We'll be back on September 1st - just in time for some Back to Hogwarts fun! In the meantime, be sure to send us your thoughts via email, ideas for Season 2, leave a review of our Season 1 episodes and join our Patreon.

On behalf of all magical creatures, Protego Maxima!

Visit our ProtegoCast website and subscribe to the ProtegoCast Patreon over at Patreon.com/protegocast.

Follow the Protego Foundation:

• Twitter: @ProtegoFDN
• Instagram: @protegofoundation
• Facebook: @TheProtegoFoundation

Tylor Starr:

• Twitter: @tylorstarr
• Instagram: @tylorstarr
• The Chickpeeps

Jordan Page:

• Facebook: @PagingAdventure
• Instagram: @JordanSheaPage

Emma Pocock:

• Twitter: @emmapocock96
• Instagram: @emma.pocock
• Web: The Leaky Cauldron / Forbes