This time on Revelio… 

• Nicole went on vacation and didn’t smuggle us in her suitcase.
• Get ready for a lot of theme park content over the next month!
• Wizarding Wireless Network: The biggest news this week is that Epic Universe is officially open to the public! We also discuss some of the new interactive wands available for purchase, Ralph Fiennes’s new villain role, and some photos of Leavesden that are rumored to show set construction for the upcoming Harry Potter HBO series.
• Main Discussion: Starting off a four-part miniseries, our hosts discuss how the wizarding world themed areas came to be, with a specific focus on The Wizarding World of Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure.
• The Portkey: Amy gives a few of her theme park tips for a vacation at Universal Orlando Resort.
• Sonorus: We read listener answers to last episode’s discussion question, where we asked what instances of written or spoken words in the Harry Potter series you find hold power.
• Discussion Question: What was your initial reaction when you first heard Harry Potter would be getting a theme park attraction?
• Send us your answer at [email protected] or message any of our social media outlets to join the conversation! 

Music/Sound credits: 
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This time on Revelio… 

• Wizarding Wireless Network: Our hosts discuss the latest news, including this year’s Harry Potter Book Day, MinaLima coming across the pond, and more Universal Orlando updates.
• Main Discussion: We discuss the power and importance of spoken and written words in the Harry Potter series.
• Homenum Revelio: Tom gives our other hosts three clues and they have to guess which character he’s thinking of! This one is tricky!
• Sonorus: We read listener comments answering last episode’s discussion question, where we asked why you think Dolores Umbridge can produce a Patronus.
• Discussion Question: What instances of written or spoken words in the Harry Potter series do you find hold power? 
• Send us your answer at [email protected] or message any of our social media outlets to join the conversation! 

Music/Sound credits: 
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This time on Revelio… 

• Wizarding Wireless Network: Our hosts discuss the latest news, including official casting announcements, the Harry Potter scores being back in the music charts, and the latest from the Universal theme parks.
• Main Discussion: We dive deep into the background and character of Dolores Umbridge.
• Specialis Revelio: We discuss the potion Veritaserum.
• Sonorus: We read listener comments answering last episode’s discussion question where we asked what you think is behind the unknown doors of the Department of Mysteries.
• Discussion Question: Why do you think Dolores Umbridge can produce a Patronus?
• Send us your answer at [email protected] or message any of our social media outlets to join the conversation! 

Music/Sound credits: 
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This time on Revelio… 

• The Revelio golden trio is back together!
• Wizarding Wireless Network: Our hosts discuss the latest news, including an upcoming stop for Harry Potter: The Exhibition, the opening of Harry Potter Shop Chicago, and lots of new looks at Epic Universe and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic after media previews.
• Main Discussion: We discuss the Department of Mysteries.
• Specialis Revelio: A deep dive into Amortentia, including specifics of the potion and the meaning behind the name.
• Sonorus: We read listener comments answering last episode’s discussion question, where we asked what is your favorite wizarding world food or one you would like to try?
• Discussion Question: What do you think is behind the unknown doors of the Department of Mysteries?
• Send us your answer at [email protected] or message any of our social media outlets to join the conversation! 

Music/Sound credits: 
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This time on Revelio… 

• Hosts Nicole and Amy are joined by special guest Imana Grashuis! Imana authored Where in the Wizarding World...?: A hidden objects picture book inspired by the adventures of Harry Potter and co-authored the Harry Potter Vegan Cookbook. Imana can also be found on Instagram and YouTube at @magicalfooddepartment where she mixes culinary magic with the art of storytelling!
• Wizarding Wireless Network: Our hosts discuss the latest news, including more casting rumors, the latest from actor John Lithgrow on accepting the role of Dumbledore, theme park food menus from the upcoming Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic, and the release of Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking: The Official Companion Guide.
• Main Discussion: We discuss Imana’s magical food inspired Instagram and Youtube accounts, her work on The Harry Potter Vegan Cookbook, and food in the Wizarding World.
• Sonorus: We read listener comments answering last episode’s discussion question, where we asked if you think Hogwarts Sorts too soon.
• Discussion Question: What is your favorite Wizarding World food or one you would like to try?
• Send us your answer at [email protected] or message any of our social media outlets to join the conversation! 

Music/Sound credits: 
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This time on Revelio… 

• Wizarding Wireless Network: Hosts Nicole and Amy discuss the latest news, including more casting rumors, the reveal of the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince illustrated edition, the next location for the Harry Potter Exhibition, as well as more updates for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe.
• Main Discussion: We discuss House sorting at Hogwarts and Ilvermorny, including the history, ceremonies, and whether or not we think the Sorting Hat makes mistakes.
• Lumos Solem: Cursed Child is providing an opportunity for school kids to win free tickets in honor of World Book Day.
• Sonorus: We read listener comments answering last episode’s discussion question, where we asked what unanswered questions you have from the Fantastic Beasts movies.
• Discussion Question: Do you think Hogwarts Sorts too soon?
• Send us your answer at [email protected] or message any of our social media outlets to join the conversation! 

Music/Sound credits: 
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This time on Revelio… 

• Hosts Nicole and Amy are joined by guest host Marjolaine Martin, who is a host of the podcast Popcorn Therapy as well as on the staff of the French Harry Potter fansite La Gazette Du Sorcier. Marjo also was a host of the Fantastic Beasts podcast Speakbeasty!
• Wizarding Wireless Network: Our hosts discuss the latest news (and there is a lot of it!), including a possible TV show casting, a new Harry Potter store opening, the reveal of the upcoming Goblet of Fire interactive illustrated edition, Butterbeer season, and LOTS of theme park updates!
• Main Discussion: We discussed some of our unanswered questions from the Fantastic Beasts series. Spoiler: Many of them revolve around Credence.
• Specialis Revelio: In this segment we highlight the Occamy and the etymology behind the name of the magical creature.
• Sonorus: We read listener comments answering last episode’s discussion question, where we asked whether you think the prophecy plays a role in Neville’s character development?
• Discussion Question: What unanswered questions do you have from the Fantastic Beasts films?
• Send us your answer at [email protected] or message any of our social media outlets to join the conversation! 

Music/Sound credits: 
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This time on Revelio… 

• Wizarding Wireless Network: Our hosts discuss the latest news, including new merch, food coming to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic at Universal’s Epic Universe, a new accessible tour at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, and the opening of a new studio tour in China!
• Main Discussion: We do a deep dive character discussion about Neville Longbottom. Despite the choice Voldemort made, does the prophecy still somewhat apply to Neville in the end? How did Neville’s upbringing affect his character growth? What is the meaning of his first and last name?
• Specialis Revelio: In this segment we highlight the Mimbulus mimbletonia plant.
• Sonorus: We read listener comments answering last episode’s discussion question, where we asked what dark creature scares you most and why?
• Discussion Question: Do you think the prophecy plays a role in Neville’s character development? Why or why not?
• Send us your answer at [email protected] or message any of our social media outlets to join the conversation! 

Music/Sound credits: 
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This time on Revelio… 

• Wizarding Wireless Network: Our hosts discuss the latest news including an end to the dispute between Amazon and Bloomsbury and new merch at the recently opened Stella Nova hotel at Universal Orlando Resort.
• Main Discussion: We discuss some of the dark creatures of the Wizarding World.
• Lumos Solem: In this new segment, we highlight good and uplifting news in the fandom. For our first feature, we shine a light on the Universally 90’s event being held at Universal Orlando. The event will raise money for Give Kids The World, a nonprofit organization that provides free vacations to children with critical illnesses and their families.
• Sonorus: We read listener comments answering last episode’s discussion question where we asked what is your favorite special effect from the Harry Potter films?
• Discussion Question: What dark creature scares you the most and why?
• Send us your answer at [email protected] or message any of our social media outlets to join the conversation! 

Music/Sound credits: 
Fesliyan Studios (license obtained)Pixabay (Free use under Pixabay Content License)Crowd before jazz concert.wav by tom_woysky -- https://freesound.org/s/219451/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Segment intros - Catherine Lewis

This time on Revelio… 

• Wizarding Wireless Network: Our hosts discuss the latest news including new merch from Lego, the latest on another season of Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking, and a new casting rumor for the upcoming Harry Potter TV series.
• Main Discussion: We discuss special effects in the Harry Potter films and share some of the effects we think still hold up... and some that maybe don’t.
• The Portkey: Host Tom talks about the Jacobite Train experience in Scotland.
• Sonorus: We read listener comments answering last episode’s discussion question where we asked what unanswered questions do you still have about the Harry Potter series?
• Discussion Question: What is your favorite special effect from the Harry Potter films?
• Send us your answer at [email protected] or message any of our social media outlets to join the conversation! 

Music/Sound credits: 
Fesliyan Studios (license obtained)Pixabay (Free use under Pixabay Content License)Crowd before jazz concert.wav by tom_woysky -- https://freesound.org/s/219451/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Segment intros - Catherine Lewis