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Your favorite Harry Potter podcast about all things wizarding world canon! Each episode we dive deep into the stories, pulling out familiar, not-so-familiar, and at times downright arcane tidbits of Harry Potter lore and discuss their implications on the story. How do ghosts have musical instruments, did they die with them? Would you be more afraid of falling off a flying carpet or an invisible Thestral? Why does every snack and candy at Honeydukes carry a threat of bodily harm? All this and ...
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Ross Ulbricht is a first-time offender serving two life sentences without parole + 40 years for all non-violent charges associated with creating the Silk Road website. Passionate about free markets and privacy, he was 26 when he made the site. He was never prosecuted for causing harm or bodily injury and no victim was named at trial. Silk Road was an online marketplace with an emphasis on user privacy. Using Bitcoin on the Tor browser, consenting people chose to anonymously exchange a variet ...
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Can we talk... foreskin? An enlightening discussion about both current and historical events involving the issue of circumcision by experts on this important topic. We will empower you with knowledge of the amazing Four Powers of Foreskin! We also take a deep dive into the obsession some American's have to rid themselves of foreskin, harming themselves and their children in the process. The Circumcision Chronicles Podcast is produced by Intaction. Visit our website http://intaction.org
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Unprecedented tells the raw and emotional stories of ordinary people who defined the limits of our First Amendment rights. Hosted by award-winning radio producers Michael Vuolo and Matthew Schwartz with special appearances by NPR’s Nina Totenberg. You'll never think of the Constitution the same way again. From WAMU.
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In New Hampshire Representative Anita Burroughs lies about circumcision to perpetuate the American system of genital mutilation. Find out how Intaction and the Health Equality Campaign are passing laws that will protect males from the barbaric practice of circumcision. Become of member of Intaction here: https://bit.ly/3vOT80V Donate to our New Ham…
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Unprecedented legislative advocacy for bodily autonomy in New Hampshire. Find out about two bills slated to increase protection of children’s bodily autonomy from circumcision by reducing the financial incentives and reforming the informed consent process. New Hampshire is known as the "Live Free or Die State," and if these bills pass many more chi…
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We're going to talk about why there are six women in Maine that are obsessed with cutting penis, specifically these women are on a mission to ensure as many children as possible are subjected to the brutal practice of circumcision. Learn how they offered misleading information to get lawmakers to require insurance carriers cover this horrible pract…
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In this episode of Vegas Law Talk, host Leslie Stovall engages in a compelling discussion with Bill Paulus, a well-known casino operator, owner, and UNLV alumnus deeply involved in the new frontier of student-athlete opportunities through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). Bill shares his journey from managing casinos to developing and operating his …
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Leslie Stovall discusses a range of topics with Aaron Ford, the Attorney General of Nevada. They cover Ford's re-election candidacy, the upcoming elections, and the requirements for the Attorney General position. Ford shares his background, highlighting his educational journey and 20 years of legal experience. The conversation explores Ford's role …
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In this episode of Vegas Law Talk, host Leslie Stovall welcomes Commissioner Richard Seager Blum as the guest. The conversation covers a range of topics, including reflections on the impact of the pandemic in the United States, the significance of vaccines, and the Commissioner's experiences in handling the challenges faced by the community. The di…
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In this episode of Vegas Law Talk, Commissioner Michael Naft discusses a wide range of topics with hosts Leslie and Mark Stovall. The conversation covers Commissioner Naft's representation of District A in Clark County, encompassing the southwest region, development plans, and the uniqueness of unincorporated areas. The commissioner delves into key…
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For their first episode, Leslie and Larissa discuss the recent round of changes to Nevada state law with the turn of the New Year. Relevant legal headlines are discussed pertaining to the developing Travis Scott Astroworld Case, Changes to Women's Birth Control, and Counterfeit Bourbon. Finally Larissa breaks down the process of handling the closin…
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On this episode we discuss all things career related in the wizarding world! Check out www.holdmybutterbeer.com for our full range of designs. You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod@gmail.com, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/holdmybutterbeerpod, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/holdmybutterbeerpod --- Send in a voice message: https:/…
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Check out www.holdmybutterbeer.com for our full range of designs. You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod@gmail.com, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/holdmybutterbeerpod, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/holdmybutterbeerpod--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holdmybutterbeer/messageSupport this podcast:…
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Do not pass go, do not collect $200.00, go straight to Azkaban. You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod@gmail.com, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/holdmybutterbeerpod, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/holdmybutterbeerpod We now have merch! Check out www.holdmybutterbeer.com for our full range of designs. --- Send in a voice message: h…
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You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod@gmail.com, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/holdmybutterbeerpod, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/holdmybutterbeerpod We now have merch! Check out www.holdmybutterbeer.com for our full range of designs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holdmybutterbeer/messageS…
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Everything from the wizarding world fashion police to clothing options of the members of F.A.R.T. (Fresh Air Refreshes Totally) to magical thrift stores. All our hot takes on movie costuming, missing wand pockets and so much more!You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod@gmail.com, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/holdmybutterbeerpod, and o…
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You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod@gmail.com, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/holdmybutterbeerpod, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/holdmybutterbeerpod We now have merch! Check out www.holdmybutterbeer.com for our full range of designs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holdmybutterbeer/messageS…
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You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod@gmail.com, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/holdmybutterbeerpod, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/holdmybutterbeerpod We now have merch! Check out www.holdmybutterbeer.com for our full range of designs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holdmybutterbeer/messageS…
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You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod@gmail.com, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/holdmybutterbeerpod, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/holdmybutterbeerpod We now have merch! Check out www.holdmybutterbeer.com for our full range of designs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holdmybutterbeer/messageS…
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The US Government is spending billions of dollars on a racist obsession to cut black African penises. African men are being lined up and told to get circumcised because it's "good for them." Meanwhile the money keeps lining everyone's pockets like officials, government contractors, researchers, and academic institutions. This folly is claimed to be…
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Shelby is here for another Shot of Butterbeer! We thought it would be fun to release the occasional mini-sode to sprinkle in some Harry Potter canon during your month! Are there any obscure pieces of Harry Potter canon you'd like to hear on this new series? We'd love to hear from you! You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod@gmail.com, on I…
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Today's episode is about all things Wizarding media! Wizards consume their news (and gossip) is a lot of different ways, including newsprint, magazines, the wireless, and even television for a short time. We discuss some of our favorite buried canon such as Tilden Toots's radio program Toots, Roots, 'n' Shoots, wizarding opinions on the Internet, w…
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We'd like to thank our listeners for one year of podcasting! July 31, 2020 marks our first anniversary putting episodes out there, and we're so grateful for all of the support. As an anniversary present, please consider leaving us a review on whatever platform you listen to podcasts.We now have merch! Check out www.holdmybutterbeer.com for our full…
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On this week's episode we discuss all things Time Travel! We've pulled from all sorts of canon for this one, from the original books, old Pottermore articles (we keep the receipts!), Cursed Child, and more. The hosts are mixed about how time travel is used in general, and even more so when it comes to the Harry Potter series. We'd like to thank our…
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Trigger warning: Stories of abuse, use of adult language, harmful statements regarding the Transgender community. On today's episode, we address the recent statements made by JK Rowling on Twitter which are harmful to the Transgender and Non-Binary Communities. During a global pandemic, and in the midst of the Black Lives Matter movement and the ba…
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On today's episode we discuss all things wizarding libations. Do you know how many brands of wizarding beer, whiskey, and wine are out there? Neither did we before today, but they all sound delicious! We give tips for enjoying drinks in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter (but you didn't hear it from us) and discuss the moral implications of elf-ma…
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On today's episode we discuss all things wizarding hygiene, medicine, and self-care. How do wizards and witches take care of themselves? Do wizards have soap, or do they just scourgify everything (and we mean everything!)? What would be on the offering menu at a wizarding spa? And why, oh why, did we need that vanishing poop article from Pottermore…
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On today's episode we discuss all things Wizarding World sports and games! From the Quidditch World Cup to Quodpot (our favorite American alternative), to Wizard Chess to Exploding Snap, wizards and witches have come up with all kinds of ways to entertain themselves. Beat back those bludgers, listeners, and chuck that quaffle here! We now have merc…
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Welcome to A Shot of Butterbeer! We thought it would be fun to release the occasional mini-sode to sprinkle in some Harry Potter canon during your month. Today Michael is sharing about the Levitation Charm's invention, which we learned about in Wonderbook of Spells. We will also be responding to emails and comments from our listeners, so please be …
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Today's episode is about all things spells! We discuss the similarities and differences between charms, hexes, and jinxes, share our favorite spells, and try to understand the implications of spellcasting around the world!How do you think spells work across international boarders? We’d love to hear from you! You can reach us by email at holdmybutte…
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This episode we discuss the many unsung heroes of the Harry Potter series, the characters that had brief moments of action or were only mentioned in throw-away lines, but whose backstories still intrigue us. Bob Ogden, Wilkie Twycross, Great Uncle Billius, and Mrs. Figg are just a few of the characters we speculate on backstory and sing the praises…
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Joe Rogan launches a tirade against the horrific practice of circumcision, or as Rogan says "CUTTING BABY DICKS." Rogan's rant stems from a discussion with New York Times NYT writer and editor Bari Weiss about 2020 presidential candidate Andrew Yang's stance on circumcision Joe Rogan is the host of the Joe Rogan Experience JRE podcast. He is also a…
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Thank you everyone who came to our panel “Harry Potter and the Question of Canon” at LeakyCon, Boston, 2019! LeakyCon was kind enough to provide us with a recording of the panel which we are glad to now share with all of you! In this episode we review the Levels of Canon, which have been updated since Episode 2! We also answer attendee questions an…
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This episode we discuss all things wands! Wands are an essential part of the Wizarding World with so much lore connected to them. We discuss known wand woods and cores, famous wand makers, and read each others’ wand horoscopes. Michael would also like our listeners to know that at the time of this episode release his collection has grown to 100 wan…
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Featuring Anthony Losquadro of http://intaction.org and Peter Solomon of 96WIP-AM Philly. We will be talking about why Real Housewives reality star Meghan King Edmonds is a REAL REGRET MOM. Help Anthony & his friends in their mission to stop circumcision by donating to Intaction at http://intaction.org/#_givealways The Circumcision Chronicles Uncut…
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Join us as we discuss all things snacks in the Wizarding World! From chocolate frogs to licorice spiders, the food of the Harry Potter series is iconic, if always tinged with a touch of danger. Anything off the trolly, dears?What are some of your favorite wizarding snacks? We’d love to hear from you! You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod…
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We are taking a break from our regularly scheduled discussion to address JK Rowling’s recent tweet about the Maya Forstater case. We feel it is important to address this and other statements made by Jo which have been seen to many as transgender-exclusionary. We discuss our views on this subject, the idea of separating art from creator, and share r…
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Featuring Anthony Losquadro of http://intaction.org and Lafern Cusack of ESPN THE EXPERIENCE. We will be talking about why foreskin is awesome, and why cutting it off babies is not so awesome. Topics discussed include the bizarre American history, medical industry profit , pain & trauma, fake medical claims, and America's isolation on this issue. O…
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Anthony Elonis wrote a series of Facebook posts describing gory fantasies of revenge, often in the form of rap lyrics, against his estranged wife and others. He was later convicted of violating a federal law that prohibits such threats and was sentenced to more than three years in prison. Elonis claimed he was merely venting and using an establishe…
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To a Klu Klux Klan member, a flaming cross is a "beautiful" symbol of "racial purity." To many Americans, it's the image of racist intimidation. But, what is it to the Supreme Court, and is it protected by the Constitution? In the emotionally-charged case, Virginia v. Black, the KKK learns the difference between intent and historical perception — w…
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Joe Frederick knew that students have some free speech rights, but he wanted to find out just how far those rights go. So when his high school class headed outside to watch the Olympic torch pass through their Alaska neighborhood in January 2002, Joe unfurled a 14-foot-banner that would test the limits of the First Amendment in school. Except...no …
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Featuring Anthony Losquadro of http://intaction.org and Dr. John Huber, a mental health professional and a clinical forensic psychologist. Dr. Huber is also the host of the podcast Mainstream Mental Health. We will be talking about the psychological harm of circumcision. Topics discussed include the bizarre American history, medical industry profit…
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Happy Holidays from HMB to you! Join us for our chat about feasts, Christmas trees, painted gnomes and all things winter holidays in the wizarding world! You can reach us by email at holdmybutterbeerpod@gmail.com, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/holdmybutterbeerpod/, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/holdmybutterbeerpod/--- Send in a voice mess…
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John and Mary Beth Tinker—teenagers in Iowa during the mid-1960s—wore black armbands to school one day as a symbolic protest against the Vietnam War. They were both suspended and later sued the Des Moines school district for violating their First Amendment rights. The armbands may seem mild compared to the vocal walkouts we see today. But at the ti…
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