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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 of Harry Potter chapter by chapter as Matt and Vanessa 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. Harry Potter and the Sacred Text is produced by Not Sorry Productions, a feminist organization that produces podcasts, educational content, live shows, and immersive experiences with the explicit goal of addressing the spiritual needs of its participants. Through community, rigor, and ritual, we treat traditionally secular things as if they were sacred. To learn more about what we do, visit [https://notsorryworks.com/] (https://notsorryworks.com/) . 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.

#481

Jealousy: The Seer Overheard (Book 6, Chapter 25)

This week, Vanessa and special guest Jolie Doggett explore the theme of Jealousy in Chapter 25 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Romilda Vane, the Prince’s gender, and Trelawney’s many admirers! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can jealousy be useful information? Thank you to Chris for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 26, The Cave, through the theme of Fear with Casper ter Kuile. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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

16 Jan 2025

48 MINS

48:48

16 Jan 2025

#480

Impulsivity: Sectumsempra (Book 6, Chapter 24)

This week, Vanessa and special guest Courtney Brown explore the theme of Impulsivity in Chapter 24 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Draco and Harry’s fight, Hermione’s “I told you so” moment, and the big kiss! Throughout the episode we consider the question: when is impulsivity fun and when is it harmful? Thank you to Julia for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 25, The Seer Overheard, through the theme of Jealousy with Jolie Doggett. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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

09 Jan 2025

44 MINS

44:09

09 Jan 2025

#479

HPST Re-Run – Frustration: The Boy Who Lived (Book 1, Chapter 1)

We'll be back with our regularly scheduled episodes on January 9th, but in the meantime we thought it would be fun to revisit Matt's first episode as a regular host. Happy Holidays! 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

02 Jan 2025

50 MINS

50:46

02 Jan 2025

#478

A Christmas Poem from Casper: Snowy Night, by Mary Oliver

Every Christmas, we like to share a favorite poem. This year it's 'Snowy Night' by Mary Oliver. We'll be back with our regularly scheduled episodes on January 9th. Happy Holidays! 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 Dec 2024

02 MINS

02:19

25 Dec 2024

#477

Ambivalence: Horcruxes (Book 6, Chapter 23)

This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Ambivalence in Chapter 23 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Slughorn’s lesson, the splitting of souls, and Harry’s destiny! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how does our ambivalence still lead us to a choice? Thank you to Marissa for this week’s voicemail! We're off for the holidays but we'll be back in 2025 reading Chapter 24, Sectumsempra, through the theme of Impulsivity with Courtney Brown. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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

19 Dec 2024

44 MINS

44:54

19 Dec 2024

#476

Special Edition: The Marauders!

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, Vanessa and special guest Jackson Bird are talking about the Marauders and some of their favorite moments from the friends throughout the series! -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for conversations 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

12 Dec 2024

23 MINS

23:15

12 Dec 2024

#475

Let's Ask Taylor Swift: Tim McGraw

Not Sorry has launched its first new podcast since 2020! [Let'sAskTaylorSwift] (https://notsorryproductions.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ce127041282d41e1ca8ad252f&id=847c205402&e=e8df2c65a3) is co-hosted by Vanessa and podcaster, writer and cultural critic: Daniel Schroeder. In each episode Daniel and Vanessa will focus on one song fromTaylor's discography,askingthemselves, each other, and you— the audience— what it is aboutTaylor's music that resonates so much with fans.In our first season, every episode will look at the lead single from one ofTaylor’s albums. We're sharing with you our first episode on Tim McGraw, but we've also just released our second episode on Love Story in the Let's Ask Taylor Swift feed. If you enjoyed this episode, go subscribe! 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 Dec 2024

31 MINS

31:40

11 Dec 2024

#474

Failure: After The Burial (Book 6, Chapter 22)

This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Failure in Chapter 22 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Harry’s lucky day, Ron’s apparition test, and Ernie’s potion! Throughout the episode we consider the question: when are success and failure out of our control? Thank you to Christine for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 23, Horcruxes, through the theme of Ambivalence with Matt Potts. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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

05 Dec 2024

44 MINS

44:43

05 Dec 2024

#473

Patience: The Unknowable Room (Book 6, Chapter 21)

Patience: The Unknowable Room (Book 6, Chapter 21) This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Patience in Chapter 21 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Harry’s stakeout, Hermione’s new approach to Ron and Lavender, and the upcoming promise of Apparition! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how does patience reward us? Thank you to Elizabeth for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 22, After The Burial, through the theme of Failure with Casper ter Kuile. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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

28 Nov 2024

47 MINS

47:46

28 Nov 2024

#472

Possibility: Lord Voldemort’s Request (Book 6, Chapter 20)

This week, Vanessa and special guest Mauricio Bruce explore the theme of Possibility in Chapter 20 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Dumbledore’s memory of Voldemort, Harry’s quest, and Hermione and Ron’s reconciliation! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can we hold space for a multitude of possibilities? Thank you to Serena for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 21, The Unknowable Room, through the theme of Patience with Matt Potts. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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 Nov 2024

48 MINS

48:57

21 Nov 2024

#471

Rebellion: Elf Tails (Book 6, Chapter 19)

This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Rebellion in Chapter 19 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Snape and Dumbledore’s agreement, Dobby and Kreacher’s quarrel, and McLaggen’s big game! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we rebel in both big and small ways? Thank you to Travis for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 20, Lord Voldemort’s Request, through the theme of Possibility with special guest Mauricio Bruce. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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 Nov 2024

40 MINS

40:55

14 Nov 2024

#470

Discovery: Birthday Surprises (Book 6, Chapter 18)

This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Discovery in Chapter 18 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Slughorn’s poisoned mead, Harry’s life saving bezoar, and Romilda Vane’s love potion! Throughout the episode we consider the question: are we always on some journey of discovery? Thank you to Auryn for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 19, Elf Tails, through the theme of Rebellion with Matt Potts. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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 Nov 2024

41 MINS

41:56

07 Nov 2024

#469

Knowledge: A Sluggish Memory (Book 6, Chapter 17)

This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Knowledge in Chapter 17 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Harry’s lesson with Dumbledore, early Slug Clubs, and Slughorn’s titular memory! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do raw facts turn into knowledge? Thank you to Simonefor this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 18, Birthday Surprises, through the theme of Discovery with Casper ter Kuile. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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 Oct 2024

41 MINS

41:22

31 Oct 2024

#468

Worthiness: A Very Frosty Christmas (Book 6, Chapter 16)

This week, Vanessa and special guest [Julia Argy] (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/716159/the-one-by-julia-argy/) explore the theme of Worthiness in Chapter 16 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss the value of peeling sprouts by hand, Percy’s Christmas, and Ron’s new necklace! Throughout the episode we consider the question: what are we weighing when we decide the worthiness of something? Thank you to Mo for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 17, A Sluggish Memory, through the theme of Knowledge with Matt Potts. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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 Oct 2024

48 MINS

48:27

24 Oct 2024

#467

Symbiosis: The Unbreakable Vow (Book 6, Chapter 15)

This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Symbiosis in Chapter 15 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Slughorn’s exclusive holiday party, the ripple effect of Hermione and Ron’s tiff, and Draco’s plan! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can we create symbiotic relationships that aren't just transactional? Thank you to Laura for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 16, A Very Frosty Christmas, through the theme of worthiness with Julia Argy. -- 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 Oct 2024

38 MINS

38:53

17 Oct 2024

#466

Special Edition: Drama!

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, Vanessa and special guest Margaret H. Willison are talking about the idea of Drama and some of their favorite dramatic moments throughout the series! -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for conversations 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 Oct 2024

32 MINS

32:26

10 Oct 2024

#465

Innocence: Felix Felicis (Book 6, Chapter 14)

This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Innocence in Chapter 14 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, featuring a charming opening story from friend of the pod Rosy Hosking! They discuss Ron’s first kiss, Hermione’s army of little birds, and the big Quidditch match! Throughout the episode we consider the question: when is innocence a gift, and when does it feel a little bit embarrassing? Thank you to Hannah for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 15, The Unbreakable Vow, through the theme of Symbiosis with Matt Potts. -- 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 Oct 2024

49 MINS

49:12

03 Oct 2024

#464

Procrastination: The Secret Riddle (Book 6, Chapter 13)

This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Procrastination in Chapter 13 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Tom’s solo trip to Diagon Alley, Dumbledore’s choices, and Mrs. Cole’s orphanage! Throughout the episode we consider the question: when are we procrastinating and when are we prioritizing other values? Thank you to Ariel for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 14, Felix Felicis, through the theme of Innocence with Casper and special friend of the pod Rosy! -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for conversations 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

26 Sep 2024

45 MINS

45:40

26 Sep 2024

#463

Special Patreon Bonus - Monthly Bloopers !

We hope you enjoy this sneak peak into our Patreon content, where each month patrons receive a curated selection of bloopers from the last 4 episodes! If you enjoy our work, please consider signing up on [our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) 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 Sep 2024

09 MINS

09:19

24 Sep 2024

#462

Access: Silver and Opals (Book 6, Chapter 12)

This week, Matt and Jackson Bird explore the theme of Access in Chapter 12 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Slughorn’s exclusive club, Katie Bell’s curse, and Mundungus’s thievery! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we fight for access when we’ve been excluded? Thank you to Angela for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 13, The Secret Riddle, through the theme of Procrastination with Casper ter Kuile. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only five dollars [ to join our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) for extra content 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

19 Sep 2024

44 MINS

44:12

19 Sep 2024

#461

Special Patreon Bonus - Matt & Vanessa's Every Flavored Bean!

We hope you enjoy this sneak peak into our Patreon content, where each week patrons receive a bonus discussion inspired by the chapter! In this mini ep from Chapter 10, Matt and Vanessa discuss whose memory they'd like to take a peek into. If you enjoy our work, please consider signing up on [our Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/harrypottersacredtext) 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 Sep 2024

03 MINS

03:43

18 Sep 2024

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#481

Jealousy: The Seer Overheard (Book 6, Chapter 25)

#480

Impulsivity: Sectumsempra (Book 6, Chapter 24)

#479

HPST Re-Run – Frustration: The Boy Who Lived (Book 1, Chapter 1)

#478

A Christmas Poem from Casper: Snowy Night, by Mary Oliver

#477

Ambivalence: Horcruxes (Book 6, Chapter 23)

#476

Special Edition: The Marauders!

#475

Let's Ask Taylor Swift: Tim McGraw

#474

Failure: After The Burial (Book 6, Chapter 22)

#473

Patience: The Unknowable Room (Book 6, Chapter 21)

#472

Possibility: Lord Voldemort’s Request (Book 6, Chapter 20)

#471

Rebellion: Elf Tails (Book 6, Chapter 19)

#470

Discovery: Birthday Surprises (Book 6, Chapter 18)

#469

Knowledge: A Sluggish Memory (Book 6, Chapter 17)

#468

Worthiness: A Very Frosty Christmas (Book 6, Chapter 16)

#467

Symbiosis: The Unbreakable Vow (Book 6, Chapter 15)

#466

Special Edition: Drama!

#465

Innocence: Felix Felicis (Book 6, Chapter 14)

#464

Procrastination: The Secret Riddle (Book 6, Chapter 13)

#463

Special Patreon Bonus - Monthly Bloopers !

#462

Access: Silver and Opals (Book 6, Chapter 12)

#461

Special Patreon Bonus - Matt & Vanessa's Every Flavored Bean!