579: Stop the Huffle-Hate! (Sorcerer's Stone, Chapters 4 - 6)

On this week's episode, Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapters 4 - 6 of Sorcerer's Stone! Join us as Harry learns he's a wizard, ventures to Diagon Alley and boards the Hogwarts Express for the very first time! Plus, we meet Hagrid, Ron, Hermione, Draco and more!

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Main Discussion #1: Sorcerer's Stone, Chapter 4: Keeper of the Keys

7-Word Summary: Suddenly, Hagrid bursts through the door... BAM!

You're a wizard, Harry! 

Does Petunia’s angry response hint at her own desire to have become a wizard?

Do we find Hagrid to be convincing in his claims about Harry and his parents?

Main Discussion #2: Sorcerer's Stone, Chapter 5: Diagon Alley

7-Word Summary: Magic is being shown in the shops 

Harry enters the Wizarding World for the first time!

Irresponsible Hagrid: is he the right person for this job?

What is with all of the Hufflepuff hatred?

Inside Ollivander's: Does Harry's wand foreshadow his Hogwarts House? This scene also explains Harry's scarf colors on the U.K. cover!

What do we make of Harry's Impostor Syndrome towards the end of the chapter?

Main Discussion #3: Sorcerer's Stone, Chapter 6: The Journey From Platform 9 3/4

7-Word Summary: Aboard the train Harry meets the Weasleys 

Worst to First: From The Dursleys to The Weasleys

Ron & Harry: Bros forever at first sight

What are Harry's first impressions of Hermione?

The hosts give their Most Valuable Chapter or Wizard of the Week

Next Week: Sorcerer's Stone, Chapters 7-9

Quizzitch: From which vault number does Hagrid retrieve the philosopher's/sorcerer's stone?

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