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Harry Potter and the Sacred Text

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Not Sorry Productions

It’s the English class you didn't know you missed and the meaningful conversations you didn't know you craved. Join Vanessa Zoltan and Matt Potts as they bring thought, reflection and laughter to Harry Potter; not just as novels, but as instructive and inspirational texts that will teach us about our own lives. Relive the magic chapter by chapter as they explore themes such as commitment, revenge and forgiveness. This podcast creates time in your week to think about life’s big questions. Because reading fiction doesn’t just help us escape the world, it helps us live in it. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

#406

Visibility: The Ministry of Magic (Book 5, Chapter 7)

This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Visibility in Chapter Seven of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the Ministry's location, Molly's caretaking, and what statues say about a society's values! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how should we approach our own visibility in different situations? Thank you to Grace for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 8, The Hearing, through the theme of Tension. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

21 Sep 2023

41 MINS

41:47

21 Sep 2023

#405

Risk: The Noble and Most Ancient House of Black (Book 5, Chapter 6)

This week, Vanessa and Jackson Bird explore the theme of Risk in Chapter Six of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Sirius's increasing restlessness, the risk associated with a volatile magical home, and Fred and George's private experimentation. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how should we decide which risks are worth it? Thank you to Jane for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 7, The Ministry of Magic, through the theme of Visibility. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

14 Sep 2023

50 MINS

50:47

14 Sep 2023

#404

Special Edition: Celebrating Hagrid!

Every once in a while we like to take a step back from our current chapter, and appreciate some overarching themes and important characters from the series! This week we're celebrating everyone's favorite gentle giant, Rubeus Hagrid. HPST is made possible in part by ads and sponsorships! We're currently running a survey to help us better understand our audience, if you're looking for a free way to help us continue making this podcast please consider filling out the quick survey [here] (https://survey.fan/harrypotterandthesacredtext) . -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

07 Sep 2023

27 MINS

27:28

07 Sep 2023

#403

Comparison: The Order of the Phoenix (Book 5, Chapter 5)

This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Comparison in Chapter Five of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the Molly's role as a caretaker for Harry, the Weasley twins' burgeoning business adventures, and Sirius's interesting approach to mentoring. Throughout the episode we consider the question: when can comparisons be useful, and when are they harmful? Thank you to Katie for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 6, The Noble and Most Ancient House of Black, with Jackson Bird(!) through the theme of Risk. HPST is made possible in part by ads and sponsorships! We're currently running a survey to help us better understand our audience, if you're looking for a free way to help us continue making this podcast please consider filling out the quick survey [here] (https://survey.fan/harrypotterandthesacredtext) . -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

31 Aug 2023

45 MINS

45:15

31 Aug 2023

#402

Apathy: Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place (Book 5, Chapter 4)

This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Apathy in Chapter Four of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the physical integrity of Number Twelve Grimmauld Place, all caps Harry, and the Weasley siblings' approach to delicate situations. Throughout the episode we consider the question: what emotions are hiding beneath our apathy? Thank you to Andee for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 5, The Order of the Phoenix, with Matt through the theme of Comparison. HPST is made possible in part by ads and sponsorships! We're currently running a survey to help us better understand our audience, if you're looking for a free way to help us continue making this podcast please consider filling out the quick survey [here] (https://survey.fan/harrypotterandthesacredtext) . -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

24 Aug 2023

51 MINS

51:55

24 Aug 2023

#401

Deception: The Advance Guard (Book 5, Chapter 3)

This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Deception in Chapter Three of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the Dursley's fake lawn care award, Moody's suspicions, and the Order's chosen method of transportation. Throughout the episode we consider the question: when is a little bit of deception helpful? Thank you to Emily for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 4, Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place, with Casper through the theme of Apathy. HPST is made possible in part by ads and sponsorships! We're currently running a survey to help us better understand our audience, if you're looking for a free way to help us continue making this podcast please consider filling out the quick survey [here] (https://survey.fan/harrypotterandthesacredtext) . -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

17 Aug 2023

41 MINS

41:46

17 Aug 2023

#400

Friendship: A Peck of Owls (Book 5, Chapter 2)

This week, Vanessa and special guest (and friend) [Micaela Blei] (https://micaelablei.com/) explore the theme of Friendship in Chapter Two of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Arthur's role in Harry's life, Petunia's howler, and the object permanence issues we sometimes face with our friendships. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can we better support our friends? Thank you to Martha for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 3, The Advance Guard, through the theme of Deception. Learn more about our upcoming What Matters course, and Micaela's role at Not Sorry [here] (https://notsorryworks.com/what-matters) ! HPST is made possible in part by ads and sponsorships! We're currently running a survey to help us better understand our audience, if you're looking for a free way to help us continue making this podcast please consider filling out the quick survey [here] (https://survey.fan/harrypotterandthesacredtext) . -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

10 Aug 2023

49 MINS

49:38

10 Aug 2023

#399

Dreaming: Dudley Demented (Book 5, Chapter 1)

Welcome back for Season 5! This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Dreaming in Chapter One of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Harry's literal dream which is overheard by Dudley, Mrs. Figg's big reveal, and the Proto-Germanic roots of dreaming. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do our dreams impact our lived realities? Thank you to Erin for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 2, A Peck of Owls, with special guest [Micaela Blei] (https://micaelablei.com/) through the theme of Friendship! Want to learn more about Micaela and her work at Not Sorry before next week's episode? Click [here] (https://notsorryworks.com/what-matters) ! HPST is made possible in part by ads and sponsorships! We're currently running a survey to help us better understand our audience, if you're looking for a free way to help us continue making this podcast please consider filling out the quick survey [here] (https://survey.fan/harrypotterandthesacredtext) . -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

03 Aug 2023

47 MINS

47:34

03 Aug 2023

#398

Special Edition: Blessing Cho Chang with Kathy Tu!

We're taking this week off between seasons, so we're re-releasing one of our favorite Women of Harry Potter episodes. This episode feature the wonderful [Kathy Tu] (https://kathytu.com/) as she blesses one of our favorite characters from Book 5, Cho Chang! We'll be back next week with Book 5 Chapter 1, Dudley Demented, through the theme of Dreaming. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

27 Jul 2023

20 MINS

20:40

27 Jul 2023

#397

Intellectual Humility: The Goblet of Fire

This week we're continuing our collaboration with The Greater Good Science Center, examining the theme of Intellectual Humility as Vanessa and Matt look back at key moments from The Goblet of Fire! They discuss Dumbledore's weak points, new cultures at Hogwarts, and the help each champion received during the tournament tasks. We're taking a quick break, but will be back in two weeks to discuss Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join [our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

13 Jul 2023

33 MINS

33:41

13 Jul 2023

#396

Special Edition: Storytelling as Sacred with Micaela Blei

Today, Vanessa is joined for a special bonus conversation by [Micaela Blei] (https://micaelablei.com/) ! Micaela is a talented storyteller, story editor and educator, and also one of our faculty members for our upcoming What Matters class. Together, they discuss the art of storytelling, the sacred relationship between storyteller and audience, and some favorite moments from our last What Matters class. You can learn more about What Matters, and [sign up, on our website!] (https://notsorryworks.com/what-matters) Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

11 Jul 2023

26 MINS

26:44

11 Jul 2023

#395

Wrap-Up: The Goblet of Fire

Vanessa and Matt wrap up their their discussion of The Goblet of Fire with a look back on the entire book! They discuss the failures of the administration at Hogwarts, Harry's relationship with the adults around him, and Weasley family dynamics. Next week we're bringing you a special episode diving deeper into the theme of Intellectual Humility in The Goblet of Fire! -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join [our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

06 Jul 2023

44 MINS

44:24

06 Jul 2023

#394

Love: The Beginning (Book 4, Chapter 37)

This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Love in Chapter Thirty-Seven of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Harry's meeting with the Diggorys, his investment into the Weasley twins, and Dumbledore's instrumentalisation of Cedric's memory. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we respectfully pay tribute to the people we love? Thank you to Sophie for their voicemail! Next week we're doing our Book 4 Wrap-Up episode. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

29 Jun 2023

47 MINS

47:16

29 Jun 2023

#393

Teamwork: The Parting of the Ways (Book 4, Chapter 36)

This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Teamwork in Chapter Thirty-Six of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Snape as a collaborator, Fudge's use of the Dementors, and the distinction between teamwork and allyship. Throughout the episode we consider the question: what are the components of a cohesive team? Thank you to Batul for their voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 37, The Beginning, through the theme of Love. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

22 Jun 2023

48 MINS

48:13

22 Jun 2023

#392

Wandering: Veritaserum (Book 4, Chapter 35)

This week, Vanessa is joined by the lovely Colette Potts (!!), to explore the theme of Wandering in Chapter Thirty-Five of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Voldemort's journey back to embodiment, Dumbledore's big reveal to Harry, and Barty Crouch Jr.'s meandering series of tasks. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can wandering be valuable even when our end goal is undefined? Thank you to Megan for their voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 36, The Parting of the Ways, through the theme of Teamwork. Vanessa and Colette are co-leading a Harry Potter pilgrimage to West Yorkshire, August 31-September 3rd! Find out more and learn how to join them [here] (https://www.readingandwalkingwith.com/harry-potter-september-2023) . -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

15 Jun 2023

43 MINS

43:21

15 Jun 2023

#391

Special Edition: Blessing Angelina Johnson and Luna Lovegood (with Black Nerds Create)

The Not Sorry Team is at [our summer camp] (https://notsorryworks.com/calling-all-magnificent-people) this week, so we're re-leasing a few of our favorite Women of Harry Potter episodes. These episodes feature the wonderful co-founders of [Black Nerd Create] (https://blacknerdscreate.com/about/) , Bayana Davis and Robyn Jordan. We'll be back next week with Chapter 35, Veritaserum, through the theme of Wandering, with special guest Colette Potts. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

08 Jun 2023

47 MINS

47:21

08 Jun 2023

#390

Conspiracy: Priori Incantatem (Book 4, Chapter 34)

This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Conspiracy in Chapter Thirty-Four of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss the circle of Death Eaters, Harry's refusal to obey Voldemort, and Harry's allies back at Hogwarts. Throughout the episode we consider the question: can there be a conspiracy without active conspiring? Thank you to Rebekah for their voicemail! Next time we're reading Chapter 35, Veritaserum, through the theme of Wandering, with special guest Colette Potts!! -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

01 Jun 2023

42 MINS

42:57

01 Jun 2023

#389

Invisibility: The Death Eaters (Book 4, Chapter 33)

This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Invisibility in Chapter Thirty-Three of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss the newly visible Dark Marks, Voldemort's still unnamed "faithful servant" at Hogwarts, and the masked Death Eaters. Throughout the episode we consider the question: what do we make visible with our care and attention? Thank you to Karen for their voicemail! Next time we're reading Chapter Thirty-Four, Priori Incantatem, through the theme ofConspiracy. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

25 May 2023

41 MINS

41:05

25 May 2023

#388

Intention: Flesh, Blood, and Bone (Book 4, Chapter 32)

This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Intention in Chapter Thirty-Two of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Voldemort's Rube Goldberg machine, Cedric's big brother attitude, and Wormtail's new hand. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how strictly should we commit to our original intentions? Thank you to Teddy for their voicemail! Next time we're reading Chapter Thirty-Three, The Death Eaters, through the theme of Invisibility. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

18 May 2023

36 MINS

36:22

18 May 2023

#387

Spite: The Third Task (Book 4, Chapter 31)

This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Spite in Chapter Thirty-One of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Rita Skeeter's motivation, Harry's growing awareness of the full scope of Voldemort's harm, and Harry/Cedric's spiteful politeness. Throughout the episode we consider the question: when does our spite end up harming us, and when does it alert us to surrounding dangers? Thank you to JM for their voicemail! Next time we're reading Chapter Thirty-Two, Flesh, Blood, and Bone, through the theme of Intention. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

11 May 2023

41 MINS

41:35

11 May 2023

#386

Special Edition: Reimagining Summer Camp with Witch, Please!

Today, Vanessa is joined for a small bonus conversation by Hannah McGregor and Marcelle Kosman! Marcelle and Hannah are the cohosts of the podcast [Witch, Please] (https://www.ohwitchplease.ca/) and will be leading several workshops for our upcoming summer camp: Calling All Magnificent People. Together, they apply a critical lens to traditional camp structures, and explore how we hope to create a more inclusive and welcoming space at our own camp. If you haven't yet signed up for camp, you can do so [on our website] (https://notsorryworks.com/calling-all-magnificent-people) ! Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

09 May 2023

16 MINS

16:19

09 May 2023

#385

Special Episode: House Elves with Witch, Please!

For years, we've been grappling with how to appropriately talk about house-elves in the Harry Potter series. As the books progress and we spend more and more time with Dobby, Winky, and the members of S.P.E.W., we've decided to use this week to hand the mic over to our dear friends at [Witch, Please] (https://www.ohwitchplease.ca/) for this special deep dive. We hope you enjoy their interview with Jessica Marie Johnson (she/her), who is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Johns Hopkins University and a Fellow at the Hutchins Center for African and African American Studies at Harvard University. She is also the Director of LifexCode: Digital Humanities Against Enclosure. Jessica is a historian of Atlantic slavery and the Atlantic African diaspora. She is the author ofWicked Flesh: Black Women, Intimacy, and Freedom in the Atlantic World. Next week we're reading Chapter Thirty-One, The Third Task, through the theme of Spite. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

04 May 2023

1 HR 10 MINS

1:10:22

04 May 2023

#384

Comfort: The Pensieve (Book 4, Chapter 30)

This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Comfort in Chapter Thirty of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Harry's journey into the depths of Dumbledore's memories, Barty Crouch Sr.'s role in sentencing his own son, and the pensieve as a form of journaling. Throughout the episode we consider the question: when is comfort helpful, and when does it limit our ability to take appropriate action? Thank you to Dani for her voicemail! Next time we're reading Chapter Thirty-One, The Third Task, through the theme of Spite. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

27 Apr 2023

44 MINS

44:09

27 Apr 2023

#383

Silence: The Dream (Book 4, Chapter 29)

This week, Matt and Vanessa continue exploring the theme of Silence in Chapter Twenty-Nine of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Ron's aversion to any mention of Voldemort, Fred & George's business venture, and Dumbledore's office decor. Throughout the episode we consider the question: are we really experiencing silence, or simply choosing what we pay attention to? Thank you to Kirby for their voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter Thirty, The Pensieve, through the theme of Comfort. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

20 Apr 2023

42 MINS

42:12

20 Apr 2023

#382

Special Edition: Reality Television and ‘The One’ (with Julia Argy)

Julia Argy, our incredible pilgrimage director has her first book out today! It's called [The One] (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/716159/the-one-by-julia-argy/) , and it's about a woman who joins a reality television show to find love. Publishers Weekly says it best: “[A] smart debut…Argy takes on voyeurism, feminism, and gender norms, as Emily wonders if she really ought to put all her energy into finding love, which is what she was conditioned to do all her life…. [A] winning portrait of a young woman trying to come into her own.” In this bonus episode, Vanessa and Julia discuss what reality dating shows reflect about our own culture of love and surveillance. Julia's book is out today, be sure to [check it out] (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/716159/the-one-by-julia-argy/) ! Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

18 Apr 2023

19 MINS

19:45

18 Apr 2023

#381

Silence: The Madness of Mr. Crouch (Book 4, Chapter 28)

This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Silence in Chapter Twenty-Eight of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss the trio's uncomfortable trip to the Hogwarts kitchens, Krum's explosive encounter with Barty Crouch Sr., and Hermione's hate mail. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can silence be both oppressive and empowering? Thank you to Sully for their voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter Twenty-Nine, The Dream, through the theme of Intention. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information. ... Read more

13 Apr 2023

40 MINS

40:59

13 Apr 2023

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#406

Visibility: The Ministry of Magic (Book 5, Chapter 7)

#405

Risk: The Noble and Most Ancient House of Black (Book 5, Chapter 6)

#404

Special Edition: Celebrating Hagrid!

#403

Comparison: The Order of the Phoenix (Book 5, Chapter 5)

#402

Apathy: Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place (Book 5, Chapter 4)

#401

Deception: The Advance Guard (Book 5, Chapter 3)

#400

Friendship: A Peck of Owls (Book 5, Chapter 2)

#399

Dreaming: Dudley Demented (Book 5, Chapter 1)

#398

Special Edition: Blessing Cho Chang with Kathy Tu!

#397

Intellectual Humility: The Goblet of Fire

#396

Special Edition: Storytelling as Sacred with Micaela Blei

#395

Wrap-Up: The Goblet of Fire

#394

Love: The Beginning (Book 4, Chapter 37)

#393

Teamwork: The Parting of the Ways (Book 4, Chapter 36)

#392

Wandering: Veritaserum (Book 4, Chapter 35)

#391

Special Edition: Blessing Angelina Johnson and Luna Lovegood (with Black Nerds Create)

#390

Conspiracy: Priori Incantatem (Book 4, Chapter 34)

#389

Invisibility: The Death Eaters (Book 4, Chapter 33)

#388

Intention: Flesh, Blood, and Bone (Book 4, Chapter 32)

#387

Spite: The Third Task (Book 4, Chapter 31)

#386

Special Edition: Reimagining Summer Camp with Witch, Please!

#385

Special Episode: House Elves with Witch, Please!

#384

Comfort: The Pensieve (Book 4, Chapter 30)

#383

Silence: The Dream (Book 4, Chapter 29)

#382

Special Edition: Reality Television and ‘The One’ (with Julia Argy)

#381

Silence: The Madness of Mr. Crouch (Book 4, Chapter 28)