Best Sorcerersstone Podcasts (2024)

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Into the Pensieve: Stuart Little 1:10:02

4d ago1:10:02

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Alice and Martha enter a world which is entirely E.B. White's own, which may or may not be a good thing. Is Stuart a mouse or not? What ever happened to Margolo? And what exactly were the publishers thinking? Stuart Little is quite the canoe ride and is nothing like the sisters remembered. In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memori…

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Neville Longbottom: Character Study, Part 7 1:10:02

11d ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Alice, Martha, and Jim Dale are back to finish discussing Neville. In the seventh book, Neville becomes--there's no other word for it--cool. As usual, this is obvious to readers through his long hair, his casual demeanor, and his habit of calling people by the first syllable of their name. Neville's arc is one of the best of the series, and Alice a…

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Neville Longbottom: Character Study, Part 6 47:23

18d ago47:23

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Neville's arc continues in the sixth book, though perhaps not quite as gracefully as readers might hope - there's still plenty of falling on his back, hitting his head, and of course, lighting his own pants on fire! Though Dean might still find him hilarious, Harry, Augusta, and McGonagall seem to view Neville with a newfound respect. Please consid…

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Neville Longbottom: Character Study, Part 5 58:14

25d ago58:14

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I dink it's time for our fifth Neville character study, in fact I'b sure id is! After Christmas on the closed ward, Neville takes an "alarming" and "unnerving" turn as he becomes a master dueler, which he shows off at the Department of Mysteries -- a completely error-free enterprise on Neville and all the DA teens' behalf. This episode covers Nevil…

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Neville Longbottom: Character Study, Part 4 1:02:58

1M ago1:02:58

1:02:58

It's time for Neville Part 4, which of course covers Neville in the first half of the fifth book! Alice and Martha discuss his amazing birthday present, a potential new nickname, and the turning point for his character arc in this week's episode. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released ev…

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Neville Longbottom: Character Study, Part 3 1:05:27

1M ago1:05:27

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Alice and Martha pick up their conversation on Neville from several years ago, this time, hopefully, without repeating any content! In the fourth book, Neville continues his arc as the class dunce and is often the butt of the narrator's jokes. But with the revelation about what happened to his parents, Harry and readers begin to see Neville in a ne…

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Professors Tofty and Marchbanks: Character Study 53:56

2M ago53:56

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It's time to break down everyone's favorite dynamic duo of professors! With help from the Wiki, Alice and Martha speculate on whether old Griselda Marchbanks is really a close friend of the Malfoys, how old Professor Tofty really is, and what these two legendary proctors do for the rest of the school year. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! …

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Into the Pensieve: Make Way for Ducklings 52:58

2M ago52:58

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Alice and Martha dive into Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey. This super cute picture book includes some yaasss queen moments, a deadbeat dad, and some questionable duck-feeding tips. In any case, it's not The Borrowers... and that's for the best! In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences …

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Take Five, Take 4.11: Goblet of Fire, 50:01-55:00 1:23:52

2M ago1:23:52

1:23:52

Mike NeWELL, it's time for another Take Five! Special guest Shut Up Tim joins the sisters to discuss Moody's transfiguration tactics and tongue antics. Find out which sister scares Tim more, and listen for a first on the Quora Question of the Week segment! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are r…

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Grawp: Character Study 57:07

2M ago57:07

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Alice and Martha discuss Grawp, Hagrid's absolutely miniscule younger brother. From his special bond with Hermy to his role in the Battle of Hogwarts, Grawp's amazing arc in the series provides plenty of conversation fodder! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special…

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Sorting Hat: The Traitors (US), Season 2 1:32:12

2M ago1:32:12

1:32:12

In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Chappell (@Chappells_Show), and the Sorting Beret to sort the contestants of the second season of The Traitors US into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from The Traitors US, original shows of the contestants, and the Harry Potte…

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Into the Pensieve: Mrs. Piggle Wiggle 1:11:49

2M ago1:11:49

1:11:49

Alice and Martha review Mrs. Piggle Wiggle by the highly memorable Betty MacDonald. Mid-century kids misbehaving and being disciplined... what could go wrong? In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children's books, including favorite segments such as Quora …

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Take Five, Take 4.10: Goblet of Fire, 45:01-50:00 1:40:04

3M ago1:40:04

1:40:04

Alice, Martha and special guest Shut Up Tim are back for another Take Five! Find out what significant figures, Willem Dafoe, and teenage tragedy have to do with this week's five minutes. Just don't ask Hermione to deliver any messages, because she's NOT an owl... cut to the fire! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsi…

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Professor Flitwick: Character Study, Part 2 1:15:48

3M ago1:15:48

1:15:48

Alice and Martha resume inferring things about tiny little Professor Flitwick. Find out why he wasn't a member of the Order, what was really going on with dear old Pomona, and whether or not Charms really is a soft option on this week's character study! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are rele…

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Professor Flitwick: Character Study, Part 1 1:05:42

3M ago1:05:42

1:05:42

Without much source material to go off of, Alice and Martha are left to make a lot of interferences about this week's character, Filius Flitwick! Luckily, the Wiki seems to have a lot of information about this tiny little miniature professor as well. Pour yourself a Shirley Temple (with umbrella, of course!), smack your lips together, and enjoy Fli…

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Into the Pensieve: A Series of Unfortunate Events #1 - The Bad Beginning 1:19:52

3M ago1:19:52

1:19:52

In this podcast (a word which here means "a recorded discussion between two real weird sisters"), Alice and Martha delve into The Bad Beginning, the first book of Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events. In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known childre…

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Cho Chang: Character Study 1:32:13

4M ago1:32:13

1:32:13

Alice and Martha discuss Cho, Cho from Harry's point of view, and Cho from Hermione's point of view on this week's episode. From really good Quidditch player to the person Cedric would miss most, to the human hosepipe, Cho goes through a lot during her time at Hogwarts. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New …

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The 2023 Real Weird Holiday Special 2:44:01

4M ago2:44:01

2:44:01

As 2023 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. First, Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Shandy to speculate about how Wizarding World characters would act at an "office" holiday party. Up second (00:40:55), the sisters Take Five on Christmas classic Fred Claus, with special guest Shut Up Tim (@ShutUpT…

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Into the Pensieve: Magic Tree House 56:01

4M ago56:01

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Alice and Martha reminisce on Mary Pope Osborne's hit children's series, Magic Tree House, in which Jack and Annie stumble across a treehouse filled with books (both old AND new), and enter a world which is entirely their own, book after book after book after book! In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and exp…

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Phineas Nigellus Black: Character Study 1:00:01

4M ago1:00:01

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Believe it or not, Alice and Martha manage to fit Phineas Nigellus Black's entire character arc into one podcast! The thin, reedy voice comes out more than a few times, as well as the voices of many of the old headmasters, who, by the way, are honor-bound to serve the current headmaster! So, pull up a chair, put a painting in it to make it feel lik…

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Take Five, Take 4.9: Goblet of Fire, 40:01-45:00 1:44:30

5M ago1:44:30

1:44:30

Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back to discuss another five minutes of Mike Newell's cinematic masterpiece! These five minutes are heavy on Sirius, birds (finally!) and amazing acting by Harry (as usual). Plus, the world goes topsy-turvy when it comes time for all the segments! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon…

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Take Five, Take 4.8: Goblet of Fire, 35:01-40:00 1:31:39

5M ago1:31:39

1:31:39

Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back to discuss Mike Newell's most unhinged five minutes yet. McGonagall proves to be the only sane adult in the room, as well as possibly the only good actor in the five minutes. Plus, Harry and Ron get into a very convincing fight and Tim picks a highly predictable Classic Owlice moment. Please con…

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Into the Pensieve: Among the Hidden 1:10:28

5M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

Alice and Martha enjoy their privilege as first and second children as they discuss Margaret Peterson Haddix's twisty thrill ride, Among the Hidden. This top secret podcast can be found on "The Net"... and the super secret password is free. In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both cla…

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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 7 50:56

5M ago50:56

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Alice and Martha gather to properly eulogize Professor McGonagall, although luckily, her body doesn't end up lying next to the Creevey brothers in the Great Hall. What's more, she doesn't seem to be Hogwarts Headmistress 19 years later, saving us all a massive eye roll. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New …

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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 6 57:00

6M ago57:00

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Alice and Martha discuss McGonagall in the penultimate book, as she helps verify timetables and performs some very cool magic, reprimands Malfoy (to Snape's irritation?) and steps into the role of deputy headmistress. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics…

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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 5 1:15:21

6M ago1:15:21

1:15:21

Harry and Professor McGonagall bond over a shared enemy as Umbridge enters the series. Have a biscuit and settle in to listen to Alice and Martha's analysis of McGonagall's arc in the fifth book! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released pe…

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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 4 57:13

6M ago57:13

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Alice and Martha discuss Professor McGonagall in one of her most stressful books yet, as she tries to make sure her students don't embarrass her in front of Beauxbatons and Durmstrang. Luckily, she still has a chance to, er, let her hair down at the Yule Ball! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes a…

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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 3 56:53

6M ago56:53

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Alice and Martha are on "barrier watch" again this week as Professor McGonagall takes on the important new role of blocking Harry from going to Hogsmeade and confiscating his Firebolt. Plus, with the introduction of her rival, "Sybill Trelawney," McGonagall once again shows her quick wit and sharp tongue. Just wait til we tell Buckbeak!! Please con…

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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 2 56:23

6M ago56:23

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Alice and Martha resume their study on Queen McGonagall. While her main role in Chamber of Secrets may be to deliver bad news to the students and respond to basilisk attacks, no one can deny she does it in style! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics show…

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Into the Pensieve: Sideways Stories from Wayside School 1:19:26

7M ago1:19:26

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It's a good thing this isn't the 19th episode of Into the Pensieve, or it wouldn't exist! This week, Alice and Martha climb thirty flights of stairs to discuss the world's strangest class of kids. In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children's books, incl…

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Take Five, Take 4.7: Goblet of Fire, 30:01-35:00 1:34:28

7M ago1:34:28

1:34:28

Alice and Martha are once again joined by special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss the next five minutes of a very Newell-that-just-happened five minutes. Fred and George have one of their characteristic brawls, Krum and Hermione share in some intense eye contact, and Dumbledore begins his evolution into the DIDYOUPUTYOURNAMEINTHEGOBLETOFFIRE Dumbledor…

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Hedwig: Character Study, Part 3 52:24

7M ago52:24

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The time for fun and games has come to an end as Alice and Martha conclude their discussion on Queen Hedwig and she flies off into the sunset. Though Hedwig faces some horrible trials in the fifth, sixth, and seventh books, she gets a brief reprieve when she comes face to face with another powerfully magic woman, Queen GP! Ultimately, though, nothi…

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Hedwig: Character Study, Part 2 53:32

7M ago53:32

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Heh! Hooooot!! Alice and Martha are excited to continue their discussion of Real Weird Queen Hedwig. Though Harry is awfully rude to her numerous times throughout the fourth and fifth books, Hedwig doesn't stand for disrespect, even from "The Chosen One." And don't worry, it's not time to properly eulogize her yet; this week is all hoots, nibbles, …

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Hedwig: Character Study, Part 1 54:34

8M ago54:34

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After all this time... Alice and Martha finally get the chance to honor Queen Hedwig! Reproachful glances and helpful nibbles abound on this week's legendary character study! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t for…

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Into the Pensieve: Half Magic 1:19:31

8M ago1:19:31

1:19:31

Alice and Martha wish that you would listen to this podcast about Edward Eager's Half Magic. They wish it twice! While they may not be the biggest fans of the Knights of the Round Table or "the charm," the sisters are big fans of Uncle Huge and FitzCarrie, and Martha is a big fan of Martha, even when she's only half there. In this series, Alice and…

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Take Five, Take 4.6: Goblet of Fire, 25:01-30:00 1:40:50

8M ago1:40:50

1:40:50

Shut Up Tim makes yet another guest appearance on this week's Take Five, covering Moody's questionable teaching methods, a hilarious slapstick montage, and some hard-hitting symbolism in the Hogwarts windows. And if you think an Aging Potion is going to be enough to allow the Weasley twins to enter their names into the Goblet of Fire... well, it's …

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Zacharias Smith: Character Study 1:01:45

8M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Would you like us to clean out your ears for you? We weren't about to weasel out of discussing "Smith," even if he is suffering from a bad case of Loser's Lurgy. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscr…

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Take Five, Take 4.5: Goblet of Fire, 20:01-25:00 1:40:09

9M ago1:40:09

1:40:09

There's plenty of competition for the Mike Newell That Just Happened moment in this five minutes, and from Flitwick's choice of meal to Alice's classroom management style, there's plenty for the two official sisters and special guest Shut Up Tim to analyze this week! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New epi…

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Into the Pensieve: Charlotte's Web 1:19:03

9M ago1:19:03

1:19:03

Alice and Martha - AKA Fern and Templeton - discuss one of their all-time favorite children's books, Charlotte's Web by E.B. White. In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children's books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of the Week, and S…

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Dolores Umbridge: Character Study, Part 4 52:37

9M ago52:37

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Rounding out the discussion on (but unfortunately, not eulogizing) Umbridge, Alice and Martha analyze Umbridge in the sixth and seventh books. The "Selwyn descendent's" audacity and cruelty peak in these books, as she leads the Muggle Born Registration Commission with disturbing vigor. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realw…

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Dolores Umbridge: Character Study, Part 3 1:10:52

9M ago1:10:52

1:10:52

It's time for Part 3 of our Umbridge series! Filch may think his dreams have come true with Umbridge as the head of the school, but Fred, George, Peeves, and the rest of the troublemakers in training give the ultimate dictator a run for her money in the form of fireworks, stinkbombs, swamps, and "Umbridge-itis." Please consider supporting us on Pat…

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Take Five, Take 4.4: Goblet of Fire, 15:01-20:00 1:39:03

9M ago1:39:03

1:39:03

In what might be the best five minutes of the movie so far (despite some stiff competition), Harry and the gang arrive at Hogwarts and are joined by the acrobats of Durmstrang and the lovely ladies of Beauxbatons! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics sho…

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Dolores Umbridge: Character Study, Part 2 57:25

10M ago57:25

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Our second Umbridge character study covers her reign of power as Hogwarts High Inquisitor, from blocking meetings of the DA, Gryffindor Quidditch team, and Gobstones Club to sacking Trelawney and shaking Marietta violently. Percy was right, she really is a delightful woman. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters …

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Dolores Umbridge: Character Study, Part 1 1:10:12

10M ago1:10:12

1:10:12

Hem, hem! Thus begins our series on the most supremely obnoxious and infuriating character of the Harry Potter universe. Progress for progress's sake may be prohibited, and there's a lot of meaning hidden in the waffle... Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special to…

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Into the Pensieve: Matilda 1:15:29

10M ago1:15:29

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Alice and Martha discuss the Wunderkind Matilda and her sweet (albeit nerdy) teacher / best friend Miss Honey in this week's Into the Pensieve episode. In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children's books, including favorite segments such as Quora Questio…

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Take Five, Take 4.3: Goblet of Fire, 10:01-15:00 1:27:22

10M ago1:27:22

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Alice and Martha are once again joined by not-so-special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss a riveting five minutes of Mike Newell's almost-magnum opus. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show…

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Luna Lovegood: Character Study, Part 3 1:06:26

11M ago1:06:26

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It's Luna's final episode, so we've donned our sun colors and prepared the pudding to celebrate! Luna's seventh book arc includes new friendships with Mr. Ollivander and Dean, helping Harry through some tough emotional moments, and a possible case of the Gernumblies. In any case, Luna ought to have enough Plimpies soon... Please consider supporting…

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Luna Lovegood: Character Study, Part 2 46:22

11M ago46:22

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Alice and Martha dive into Luna's highly complex sixth book arc. Hope you've dyed your eyebrow yellow and donned your spangled silver robes in order to listen to this podcast, as friends! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodical…

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Luna Lovegood: Character Study, Part 1 1:16:48

11M ago1:16:48

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Find out if you're more of a Crockford or a Purkiss on this week's show, as Alice and Martha begin their deep dive into one of the quirkiest main characters of the series! Luna's arc in the fifth book includes radish earrings (sort of), nargles, the Kacky Snorgle, and much better dialogue than the movie. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! ww…

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Into the Pensieve: Frindle 1:01:02

11M ago1:01:02

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For the first time in Into the Pensieve history, Alice and Martha discuss a book they may not still love as adults, Frindle by Andrew Clements. In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of the…

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