Do the Harry Potter books pass the Bechtel test? Are women represented well in the wizarding world at large? In this week's episode Alex and Lauren are joined by special guests, Adri and Erin of the Accio Politics Podcast, to discuss these questions and much more.

To continue our Hogwarts House series, the host are diving into Hufflepuff. What makes a good 'Puff? Has there ever been a dark Hufflepuff? What magical skill was Helga Hufflepuff most known for? And what type of vinegar was her favorite?

Ghosts are a big part of life at Hogwarts but what do we really know about them and their place in the wizarding world? This week Alex and Lauren compare HP ghosts to our muggle understanding of spirts, explain the hidden backstories of some of our favorite haunts, and give out advice for trick or treaters.

Lauren and Alex are both Ravenclaws. So to kick off a series about the four Hogwarts Houses, the hosts have a discussion about the good, the bad, and the annoying things about their house.

This week Lauren and Alex are joined by a special guest, published author and host of 2 Men and the Mouse podcast, Kevin J Kessler. The ladies just arrived back from Universal Studios Orlando to see the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and needed to enlist help to tell you all about it.

Pets are often featured in the Harry Potter series and in the greater wizarding world. How does pet ownership differ in the lives of muggles and wizards? Why did Ron bring an unsanctioned rat to Hogwarts? What is the best magical pet? Alex and Lauren explore these questions and more.

The final Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald trailer has been released and now the hosts have a lot to say.

Although Dean Thomas never took center stage in Harry's story, he has a fascinating backstory and is ultimately a complex character. In this episode the hosts discuss Dean's loyalty, artistic talents, and tragic family background.

The hosts talk in-depth about the magic, history, and logistics of the Pensieve. The listener also meets Alex's new kitten and mourns the loss of Lauren's recently departed pet.

Draco is Harry's nemesis, a school bully, and, eventually a Death Eater. With that in mind, Lauren and Alex discuss Malfoy's motivations and try to determine if he is later redeemed. And, of course, Alex sings another song.