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"The mind is not a book, to be opened at will and examined at leisure. Thoughts are not etched on the inside of skulls, to be perused by any invader. The mind is a complex and many-layered thing... It is true, however, that those who have mastered Legilimency are able, under certain conditions, to delve into the minds of their victims and to interpret their findings correctly."

-- Severus Snape

In our legilimency episode, we discuss how the magic works, people we know who are accomplished Legilimens (like Queenie and Voldemort), and different times this power may have been used through the series.

The Hogwarts greenhouses are where Herbology lessons are taught and are home to the many exotic and magical plants which some are extremely dangerous. It is also where you can find the head of Hufflepuff house Pomona Sprout, tending to the magical plant life inside.

Occlumency is the magical defense of the mind against external penetration and is a form of magic we see fairly often in the Harry Potter series. In this episode, we break down what we know about occlumency, who we know has practiced occlumency or is an accomplished occlumens, and how grief/strong emotions can either make someone vulnerable to or incredibly powerful with occlumency.

The Hogwarts Castle holds all the magic, wonder and wisdom that we've all come to know and love in the Harry Potter books. In today's Castle minisode, we discuss the quaint dwelling where our favorite trio spent many afternoons, met baby dragons, followed the spiders, and ate (or at least attempted to eat) the cooking of our beloved half-giant. Today we are talking about Hagrid's Hut!

The required school uniform for Hogwarts School of Wizardry and Witchcraft consists of plain black work robes, a plain pointed black hat (for day wear), a pair of protective dragon hide gloves, and one black winter cloak with silver fastenings. WHY. Why do wizards have to wear robes? Where did this begin in magical history? Do all wizards wear robes? Listen along to find out the answers.

The Hogwarts Castle holds all the magic, wonder and wisdom that we've all come to know and love in the Harry Potter books. In today's Castle minisode, we discuss the Quidditch Pitch and the history of the sport in the wizarding world.

https://www.wizardingworld.com/writing-by-jk-rowling/quidditch-world-cup

On October 31, the Potter's were attacked by Lord Voldemort in the safety of their own home. James fought to the death protecting his family. Lily sacrificed herself in front of baby Harry's crib. And ultimately, Lord Voldemort was reduced to a mere shadow of a soul while Harry survives, becoming the Boy Who Lived.

With the release of the new Wizarding World App, we started digging through all the new content and wanted to share our impressions of the new Sorting Quiz, polls, house point system, and more.

Slytherin-baddie Draco Malfoy was rude, cunning, and manipulative. But he was also fragile, easily-influenced, and confused. In the end, did Draco ultimately redeem himself and try to be a better person? Or did the movie fantasize Draco's character because Tom Felton was amazing? Listen to our latest episode to get our take on Draco!

The Hogwarts Castle holds all the magic, wonder and wisdom that we've all come to know and love in the Harry Potter books. In today's Castle minisode, we discuss the Great Lake and all its inhabitants.