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In this episode, we discuss Delores Umbridge. Enjoy!

Topics:

• Why does Umbridge go to such lengths with everything she does? There's an intensity that she brings to her everyday life that seems to come from nothing, What is it really?
• Why is Umbridge so sickly sweet? Everything from her clothes to her laugh makes you want to throw up. IS there something she's hiding or is there a person she's trying to become?
• What is her greatest fear? The fear of a person is one of the best ways to find out who they really are. And Umbridge is no different. 
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In this episode, we test our knowledge on the Marauders. Enjoy!

Topics:
·     This episode idea came from Toby and June on the topic suggestion form. Click here to suggest an episode.

·     2:04 Warm up round

·     4:27 Main round

·     Click here for the Harry Potter Wiki page about the Marauders.

·     5:51 Question one: what tool did the Marauders make that Harry used in the later books?

·     9:00 Question two: Who was the target of much of the Marauder’s bullying?

·     13:54 Question three: Why did the Marauders decide to become animagi?

·     19:08 Question four and five: What did the Marauders turn into and what were their code names?

·     22:56 Question six: What did the Marauders call Snape when they were at school?

·     25:51 Question seven: How many Marauders are alive at the end of the books?

·     28:59 Challenge question: Which of the Marauders do we meet first?

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In this episode, we discuss what I've learned from 150 episode and 2 years of Harry Potter podcasting. Enjoy!

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·     When I started this podcast in 2020, I found a video that told what a podcast was and how to start one, so I began to listen to podcasts. Eventually, I wanted to start my own podcast. I tried topics on books, like a book club, but I settled on Harry Potter. I still have the very first recordings of episodes saved that will never see the light of day (for now…).

·     After many theories I switched to longer form episodes, which I am very glad of. My story telling mode only kicks in when the theory was finishing up, not when it was at the peak. Now I have the freedom to tell a rambling long story.

·     Thinking about the story and characters can only get you so far, but talking out loud about it is how my understanding was deepened, which is another area the length of episodes came in handy.

·     I’m big into the Harry Potter audio books. It is an immersive experience that allows for a full spectrum of the story.

·     There are also some questions in the story that can’t or shouldn’t be answered. You may say: “Well, every question should be answered!” But that might not be true. Questions are very valuable to the fandom and the story, and opinion questions are what keep the fandom going, and the ones that can’t be answered, because there’s more than one answer.

·     The ones that shouldn’t be answered are the ones that are more valuable unanswered that answered. Why is Dumbledore haunted my Ariana? Why do Dumbledore and Aberforth have some level of resentment towards each other? These questions keep the story going and should be kept in the vault. 

·     You also don’t have to approve of everything Harry does. He is certainly a hero, but all of his actions aren’t perfect. Harry shouldn’t feel the need to lash out every second of every day. He may not live in a very peaceful place, but his stubbornness with a small amount of arrogance makes for an uncomfortable environment for Harry.

·      Another lesson I have learned it not every couple is meant to be. Remus and Tonks look good on the surface, but Remus is worried about his son becoming a werewolf and Tonks isn’t, so they fight. Pansy Parkinson and Draco is another good example. Pansy showers Draco in compliments and pampers him, which Draco loves. A good match right? Not really. Draco is enjoys compliments because he is insecure. Here are some episodes that explore this: BreakDown: Draco Malfoy Pt. 1 | BreakDown: Draco Malfoy Pt. 2 | Draco Malfoy and his Big Secret

·     The best part of Harry Potter is making connections in the real world. Seeing sets, places in London, and studio tours. Its inspiring to see where the cameras really were and seeing the real Hogwarts Express and model of Hogwarts. Sitting where Draco was, walking where Harry was. Those things are what make Harry Potter so magical.

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In this episode, I vent my hatred for Umbridge. Enjoy!

Topics:

• Umbridge doesn't really care about people in general. It seems odd, but if you look back at the events of the story, most of Umbridge's moments have been out of dis-taste or dislike of another character, not her positive affiliation for a person in the story. She sacks Tralawny, she punishes Harry for his "lies", she tries to remove Hagrid from Hogwarts. Umbridge continually tries to cleanse the world from those she does't deem worthy.
• Umbridge is entitled beyond belief! That might come from her childhood or some other unknown source, but the fact remains that Umbridge believes she is better than the rest of the wizards and witches she it around. We can see that in the way she treats the students and even the staff. Umbridge sees the rest of the world as beneath her. 
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In this episode, we discuss the best pieces of music in Fantastic Beasts. Enjoy!

Mentioned:
1. Fantastic Beasts Opening Titles
2. The Thestral Chase
3. Spread the Word
4. The Room We Require
5. A Close Friend
6. Wands Into the Earth

Topics:

• The Fantastic Beasts opening titles can't be ignored. This is the very first scene in the very first film, so everything needs to be perfect. And it is! In this piece, we hear the Fantastic Beasts theme for the first time, and we're introduced to the characters. It is an excellent all around piece of music.  
• A Close Friend in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is another well done piece. It isn't full of action and spells, rather a conversation between friends. It is quiet and peaceful, choir replacing brass. This piece inspires melancholy, yet hope, and is a fantastic edition to the film. 
• Wands Into the Earth is my all-time favorite piece in the entire Fantastic Beasts franchise! It plays when Grindelwald has adjourned the meeting at Cimetière du Père-Lachaise and casts dragons of fire. Newt works with the rest of the heroes to save the day, plunging their wands into the Earth and creating a barrier that prevents the dragons from escaping. It is a marvelous piece well deserving of the top spot.
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In this episode, we discuss Dumbledore's role as a Death Eater. Enjoy!

Topics:

• Dumbledore would give false advice. If he was working with Voldemort, sending students and staff to their doom would only help the cause. And Dumbledore is a center for information and advice. 
• But what would cause this sudden turn to the dark side? Well, it would have to be something far in Dumbledore's past that was big enough to leave an impact and give him time to mull it over. Something like Ariana's death? If the situation had been a little different and Dumbledore had been the one to kill her, he might not have recovered. 
• Would Snape be in on it? With Dumbledore and Voldemort working together, Snape might not have as much of a role. But that might not be true. Snape has an inside line to every side in the battle, and even with Dumbledore having the same, Snape knows different people and can get different information. Overall, Snape is better in the know that out.
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In this episode, we discuss the downfall of the Ministry of Magic. Enjoy!

Topics:

• It was Fudge's fault! He refused to take Dumbledore's advice and didn't send envoys to the giants, release Azkaban from the dementors, or start increasing security. Fudge was in denial, and wanted the 'perfect world' to remain forever, which was why he was doomed to mess the whole thing up.
• When did the rot start? In my opinion, the very beginning was in Prisoner of Azkaban when Fudge wants to bring the dementors into Hogwarts, which Dumbledore is very much opposed to. They have a bit of a disagreement, which paves the way for Dumbledore and Fudge's relationship to take dive later on. It is this that allows Fudge to think Dumbledore is out of his mind in thinking Voldemort is back, so Fudge refuses to believe it.
• Who could have been a better Minister? In this case, I think McGonagall would have been the perfect person for the job. She is in Dumbledore's inner circle, meaning the Ministry and Hogwarts could have been on very good terms and work together for once. This would also mean Dumbledore has an in with the Minister, it being McGonagall. Dumbledore could advise and suggest bills to pass and measures to take.
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In this episode, I go over some of my unpopular opinions about Harry Potter. Enjoy!

Topics:

• Neville should have died. I don't have anything against him, I just think his sacrifice would mean more to the story than others. And if Neville died, we might not have to see others perish. Fred and Dobby for example.
• Harry should have ended up with Cho in the films. In the Harry Potter films, Ginny is not the fiery person we know her to be from the books. She has more fight in her as a first year than any other time! But Harry and Cho have a natural and healthy relationship that should have been explored more.
• Harry should have been expelled in the 6th year after he almost killed Draco, but Snape swooped in a gave Harry detention instead. I think Snape could have done Harry a favor by expelling him, but if Harry ever did something like that again, he would be sent to Azkaban instead of home.
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In this episode, we test our knowledge about Newt Scammander. Enjoy!

Topics:

• Where does Newt live? We get a quick glance of his flat when Queenie and Jacob come for a visit, and Jacob "always wanted to go here!".
• Which creature of Newt's has attachment issues? Although he doesn't have any lines, this creature has many appearances. 
• Challenge Question: What was Newt's contribution to the war? He told Jacob in a fleeting conversation, but did you catch it?
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In this episode, we look back at some previously made Secrets of Dumbledore predictions. Enjoy!

Mentioned:
Episode 90: Predicting Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 3!
Episode 125: Final Predictions for Fantastic Beasts and The Secrets of Dumbledore!

Topics:

• The first prediction in Queenie will regret going with Grindelwald, and this did come to pass! Although she was set in her ways at the end of the Crimes of Grindelwald, Queenie began to think twice about the choice she made. In a conversation with Credence, Queenie reveals that she doesn't tell him always tell him everything and chooses to keep certain things to herself. 
• The next prediction is a beast will be used in a magical battle, and this also occurred in the Erkstag. When Theseus is captured, Newt goes on a mission to save him. He has to travel in the deep dark corridors of the Erkstag, and eventually finds Theseus, but the manticore isn't so thrilled that they're leaving. It puts up a fight, using all its weapons to keep Newt and Theseus, but Teddy and Pickett come to the rescue! They bring Newt's wand and a portkey to safety.
• I also made the prediction that a new member would join Newt's team, and this came true! Lally Hicks, a teacher at the Ilvermorny, joins the group, and she is an immediate success! Newt and Lally had been writing to each other about magical affairs, and Lally became instant friends with many of the others. She went on to be an instrumental part of the Bhutan fiasco, and continued to aid Newt and Dumbledore. 
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