Best Hagrid Podcasts (2024)

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The 5 BEST Hagrid Theories in Harry Potter 15:59

2h ago15:59

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Rubeus Hagrid, the beloved half-giant, is a character that has captured the hearts of readers and viewers alike. With his towering stature, wild mane of hair, and gentle nature, Hagrid serves as the Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Known for his unwavering loyalty to his friends, his fondness for magical cre…

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Why Snape's Avada Kedavra DIDN'T KILL Dumbledore - DARK Harry Potter Theory 13:56

1d ago13:56

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In the world of Harry Potter, Albus Dumbledore stood as an iconic figure of wisdom, compassion, and unwavering leadership. As headmaster of Hogwarts School, his influence extended far beyond the walls of the magical institution, shaping the fate of the wizarding world itself. Furthermore, Dumbledore's profound empathy and understanding of human nat…

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Episode 100: The Original WZRD 1:16:41

1h ago1:16:41

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"How many songs are there about love, you know? And the main theme of Harry Potter is love, so there's endless things you can write about." Amy of WZRD Radio The HP Fans Against Transphobia petition: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/nohptv See the transcript at https://wzrdradiopod.com/ Join the magical Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/WZRDRad…

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The Most EVIL Dark Wizard You've NEVER Heard Of - Harry Potter Explained 14:31

4h ago14:31

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For centuries, the dark art of creating Horcruxes has fascinated and terrified those who delve into the depths of magical history. The common narrative credits Herpo the Foul, an infamous dark wizard of ancient Greece, with pioneering this sinister method of achieving immortality. However, the truth is that the origins of the infamous Horcrux may l…

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The Most POWERFUL Potion Maker Nobody Talks About - Harry Potter Explained 15:07

1d ago15:07

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Potion making is no easy feat. It requires years of studying, endless practice, and a deep understanding of magical ingredients. Each potion demands precision and patience, with the slightest mistake potentially resulting in disastrous consequences. From brewing the simplest healing draughts to concocting complex elixirs that alter reality, potion …

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The REAL Reason Hagrid's Wand Was Snapped - DARK Harry Potter Theory 21:25

5d ago21:25

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Rubeus Hagrid’s FIRST wand was rather bendy, 16” long and made of oak. It has been expressed that those with oak wands usually have an ‘affinity with the magic of the natural world’, that a ‘bendy’ wand signifies a high level of adaptability in personality, and that the significant length of his wand is representative of his large stature and enorm…

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The Most EVIL Hufflepuff Wizard Nobody Talks About - Harry Potter Explained 16:59

7d ago16:59

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In the Philosopher’s Stone, Hagrid famously remarked that “There's not a single witch or wizard who went bad who wasn't in Slytherin.”. But..There are a few big issues with this statement. First of all, it’s factually incorrect. While the vast majority of the dark witches and wizards in the wizarding world were indeed at one time Slytherin students…

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Harry Potter EXTENDED Lore: Exploring 90 Published Works (Part 1) 31:55

10d ago31:55

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Although the Harry Potter books and movies were released some time ago, there continues to be an insatiable thirst for more content among fans of all levels. And while seven core books and eight movies might seem like a lot, it feels considerably less substantial when spread over 27 years—a milestone we’ve just reached, as the first book was publis…

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Episode 99: I Don't Want to be the Chosen One 36:47

13d ago36:47

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Welcome to July, magical friends! I hope you're all finding new fun ways to engage with the community. This month's spotlight is on Tranfiguring Adoption and begins at 12.20. Our many July events begin at 22:00. Places you can review WZRD for our 100 for 100: [Spotify] [how-to for Apple reviews] [Audible] [Podchaser] [GoodPods] The HP Fans Against …

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EXCITING NEWS for ALL Harry Potter Fans! (JK Rowling Breaks Silence) 23:13

14d ago23:13

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Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. Today I’ve got some exciting news for you that pertains to the Harry Potter franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Harry Potter Theory

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Top 35 Darkest Moments LEFT OUT of the Films - Harry Potter Explained 1:00:31

19d ago1:00:31

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re going to be discussing BOOKS vs FILMS - honing in on some of the darkest BOOK moments that, for varying reasons, simply never made their way onto the silver screen. While the film adaptations brought the magic of Hogwarts to life on the big screen, they were not without their limitations. In the process o…

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The 10 BEST Severus SNAPE Theories (MEGA COMPILATION) 1:34:17

19d ago1:34:17

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Hey everyone, welcome to a special installment of Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re going to be diving back through the years on the channel and discussing 10 Harry Potter Theories that all pertain to our favourite double agent SEVERUS SNAPE. The range of theories is pretty broad, and they paint Snape in a bunch of different lights. They cover his h…

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Sorting Harry Potter Characters That Were NEVER SORTED in the Books - Harry Potter Theory 17:45

22d ago17:45

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Hey everyone. Welcome to another instalment of Harry Potter Theory. Today, we’ll be taking a look at some of the most well known characters who show up in the Harry Potter series, but whose Hogwarts houses are never identified. For anyone who’s read or watched the Harry Potter series, the four houses of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry ar…

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History of the Malfoy Family (Full Origins) - Harry Potter Documentary 23:08

25d ago23:08

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"It is often said of the Malfoy family that you will never find one at the scene of the crime, though their fingerprints might be all over the guilty wand. Independently wealthy, with no need to work for a living, they have generally preferred the role of power behind the throne, happy for others to do the donkey work and to take the responsibility…

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Episode 98: Rubeus and the Hagrids 1:00:41

1M ago1:00:41

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"Because when it comes to making music, there is nothing stopping you from just starting. And any age is really a good age to start. So the only thing that's stopping you is a wall of "oh you need to learn how to write the songs or write the lyrics." But everything is skill and every skill can be learned." -Andri of Rubeus and the Hagrids Places yo…

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The History of Dobby (Origins Explained) - Harry Potter Documentary 29:11

1M ago29:11

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Today we’re going to be taking a look at one of the most beloved, innocent, and selfless characters of the entire series- Dobby. Dobby the big hearted House Elf makes his first appearance in the Chamber of Secrets- when he enters the home of #4 privet drive at perhaps the worst moment imaginable- the same day that Vernon Dursley, Harry's terrible u…

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Full History of the FIRST Wizarding War (Voldemort's FIRST Rise to Power) - Harry Potter Documentary 33:01

1M ago33:01

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The First major Wizarding War in the Harry Potter universe was a catastrophic period in wizarding history that lasted a whopping 11 years. The war started when Voldemort, obsessed with pure-blood supremacy, sought to overthrow the existing magical order and establish himself as the ruler of both the wizarding and non-magical worlds. The war officia…

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Why Can't Goblins Carry Wands? - Harry Potter Explained 13:49

1M ago13:49

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Wands are a crucial and commonly discussed aspect of the Harry Potter series. They serve as the tool that allow witches and wizards to channel and harness their magical abilities. And throughout the series, the significance of wands is highlighted through the emphasis on wandlore, the notion of wand ownership, and the pivotal role wands play in due…

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10 Harry Potter Theories SO BAD That They’re GOOD (Hilarious) 12:27

1M ago12:27

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The Force in Star Wars is just Harry under an Invisibility Cloak. The Ford Anglia is Arthur Weasley’s Horcrux. Gandalf and Dumbledore are the same wizard. Harry Potter, Breaking Bad, Spongebob and REAL life all exist in the same universe. Lord Voldemort is a Pokemon. These are just a handful of the absurd theories I’ve seen posted online, and for t…

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What HAPPENS to Gellert Grindelwald after Fantastic Beasts 3? (1932 - Death) 16:18

1M ago16:18

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The Fantastic Beasts films left us on a MASSIVE cliffhanger. The Dark Wizard Gellert Grindelwald is STILL at large and the movies just…ENDED? Fortunately for us, we know how his story plays out, and we can attribute that to established Harry Potter lore. But as for the films..Those are over. So, what I want to know is..What happened to him along th…

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History of the Unforgivable Curses and WHY They’re UNFORGIVABLE - Harry Potter Theory 10:41

1M ago10:41

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The 3 Unforgivable Curses: Imperio, Crucio and Avada Kedavra, are tremendously dangerous. But why are THESE 3 spells in particular deemed UNFORGIVABLE when so many others aren’t? I mean, I’d argue that there are worse spells out there that are MORE deserving of this title. Today we’re going to be discussing all of this, and more, as we dive in to t…

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Episode 97: Mother, Forgive Me 35:02

2M ago35:02

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Happy June! We've got a lot going on, so hold tight to your broom! This month's spotlight is on the Forbidden Forest Apothecary and starts at 10:40. June events are at around 23:50. The HP Fans Against Transphobia petition: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/nohptv See the transcript at https://wzrdradiopod.com/ Join the magical Patreon at https:/…

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HUGE Updates for Hogwarts Legacy (FINALLY!) 9:31

1M ago9:31

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re discussing all of the JUNE 2024 UPDATES for Hogwarts Legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Harry Potter Theory

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What's the Wizarding World like in 2024? - Harry Potter Theory 24:16

2M ago24:16

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What is the Wizarding World Like in 2024 Who is Minister for Magic? What are Modern Brooms like? Who is Headmaster of Hogwarts? Are there Wizarding CELL PHONES? Is blood status STILL a controversial issue? And most importantly: are there any other NEW dark wizards on the rise? Today we’ll be answering all of that and MORE as we discuss the Wizardin…

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40 Moments in Harry Potter We Did NOT See Coming (Plot Twists) 16:09

2M ago16:09

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re going to be diving in to 40 moments from the Harry Potter series that NOBODY saw coming. And when I say Plot Twists I am of course referring to unexpected turns in the story that surprised us. Moments that challenged the assumptions and expectations that had been built up throughout the narrative. And whe…

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Why Didn't Lucius Malfoy Go to Azkaban after BOTH Wizarding Wars? - Harry Potter Theory 13:04

2M ago13:04

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"Malfoy's been giving generously to all sorts of things for years... gets him in with the right people... then he can ask favours... delay laws he doesn't want passed... Oh, he's very well-connected, Lucius Malfoy." This quote got me thinking. Did...Lucius Malfoy, KNOWN Death Eater and proponent of pure-blood supremacy, actually BRIBE his way out o…

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This Dark Harry Potter Theory TOTALLY CHANGES Voldemort’s Horcruxes 10:41

2M ago10:41

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In the world of Harry Potter, few objects are as chilling and enigmatic as Horcruxes - vessels of a dark wizard's soul created via only the most sinister acts of dark magic. And throughout Wizarding history, there has always been an eerie silence surrounding the subject of Horcruxes. These mysterious objects, ingrained with a fragment of a dark wiz…

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Was Lucius Really Going to KILL Harry in the Chamber of Secrets? - Harry Potter Theory 12:34

2M ago12:34

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"Avada..." This was what Lucius Malfoy began to utter upon the realization that he had just lost his House Elf servant, Dobby. Fortunately, he never got to complete what he was trying to say, and I suspect that if he HAD been able to complete the incantation of what we can only assume was meant to be ‘Avada Kedavra’, it would have had disastrous co…

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The Potterverse: Mailbag – Mary’s Favorite Book, Draco’s Bravery(?) and Dragons Eating Dementors

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Mary & Blake discuss everything YOU have wanted to say to us, and answer all your questions in this listener feedback episode. In this episode, we discuss if Draco has been brave, or just fearful, our favorite books/chapters from Harry Potter, and if a dragon could actually eat a dementor! Plus much more. SUBSCRIBE TO GET A NOTIFICATION WHEN NEW EP…

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Dumbledore LIED: The REAL Reason Harry Survived Voldemort’s Avada Kedavra Revealed (THEORY) 12:50

2M ago12:50

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"I thought he would come," said Voldemort in his high, clear voice, his eyes on the leaping flames. "I expected him to come." These were the words ushered from Voldemort’s mouth just moments before Harry Potter met his apparent demise. In this moment, Harry had made the choice to sacrifice himself in order to protect his friends- exchanging his own…

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The Ministry of Magic CONTROLS the Muggle Prime Minister - Harry Potter Theory 13:15

2M ago13:15

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The introduction of the International Statute of Secrecy in 1692 marked a pivotal moment in Wizarding history. It put a stop to the witch hunts and unjust persecution of witches and wizards. It ushered in an era of harmonious co-existence. And most importantly, it separated the two worlds: muggle and magical. But what IF there was a darker element …

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Why Do EXPELLED Students Get Their Wands SNAPPED but NOT Convicts? - Harry Potter Theory 7:58

2M ago7:58

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Episode 96: Sonorus 1:19:25

2M ago1:19:25

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"A lot of people start learning an instrument in order to make wizard rock, which I think is really amazing and really kind of brave." -Chris of Sonorus Places you can review WZRD for our 100 for 100: [Spotify] [how-to for Apple reviews] [Audible] [Podchaser] [GoodPods] The HP Fans Against Transphobia petition: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/n…

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The REAL Reason Harry Defeats Voldemort (NOT the Elder Wand) - Harry Potter Theory 9:24

2M ago9:24

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing Dumbledore, Voldemort, and the Elder Wand. More specifically- we’re going to be discussing a popular fan theory which suggests that Dumbledore was never the TRUE owner of the elder wand...Something that would have had a SIGNIFICANT impact on how events unfolded throughout the story. Learn more …

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Voldemort's Father LIED About the Love Potion (His True Origins) - Harry Potter Theory 18:21

2M ago18:21

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Voldemort’s conception was..Unusual to say the least, and it was the loveless union between his parents that set in motion his path of psychopathy. With a mother that chose death over her infant child, and a father that abandoned the both of them, it’s fair to say that Voldemort never stood much of a chance. But what if Voldemort’s origin story isn…

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What If Dumbledore KNEW That Tom Riddle Would Become Voldemort? (THEORY) 13:29

2M ago13:29

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. The first encounter between Albus Dumbledore and Tom Riddle was in 1938, when Dumbledore visits Wool’s Orphanage to offer Tom a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. During their meeting, Dumbledore informs Tom about the existence of the wizarding world and his magical heritage, and Tom, who had alread…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 26 – Seen And Unforseen | The Order Of The Phoenix

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 26 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix – Seen And Unforseen. In this episode, we discuss one of Blake’s favorite scene transitions in this entire book, the nature of rebellion and how hit it can manifest in many different forms, and why Mary has a Chernobyl sized take about a certain baby… SU…

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What If Voldemort WON? The Wizarding World's DARK Future (THEORY) 24:50

2M ago24:50

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Today we’re going to be discussing the implications of Voldemort’s SUCCESS over Harry Potter in the Deathly Hallows. Have you ever wondered what would have happened if Voldemort..WON? Just for today, let’s step into a dystopian future where Voldemort emerged triumphant, shattering the hopes of Harry Potter and the wizarding community. What would Vo…

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The REAL Reason NO OTHER Countries Helped Fight Against Voldemort - Harry Potter Theory 19:43

2M ago19:43

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re discussing Wizarding conflicts. In the wizarding world of Britain, the threat of Lord Voldemort and his followers, the Death Eaters, cast a dark, ominous shadow over the entire magical population- a shadow that persisted for a long long time. Voldemort's reign of terror brought unprecedented tyranny to th…

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The Ministry of Magic's Dirty DARK Secret - Harry Potter Theory 14:19

2M ago14:19

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re discussing the VEIL. Deep within the heart of the Ministry of Magic lies a chilling enigma that has confounded wizards and witches for centuries – the Veil - a haunting manifestation nestled within the Death Chamber of the Department of Mysteries. Its ethereal presence has long been regarded as a mystical…

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Episode 95: The Year Harry Went Emo 38:41

3M ago38:41

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Special shout-out to Susannah, who got episode 93's theme of 'colors!' Not enough songs have the word 'orange' in them, magical friends. This month's spotlight is on Milton Mudblood, and begins around 7:40. The May events roundup starts at 20:50. The HP Fans Against Transphobia petition: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/nohptv See the transcript…

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WHAT IF Neville Was the CHOSEN ONE? - Harry Potter Theory 16:08

3M ago16:08

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re going to be exploring a what-if scenario where Neville Longbottom, NOT Harry Potter, was the chosen one. Would Voldemort still have been defeated? Would Neville’s parents have been killed like Harry’s? What role would HARRY play in a world where he was no longer quite so special? How would other character…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 25 – The Beetle At Bay | The Order Of The Phoenix

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 25 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix – The Beetle At Bay. In this episode, we discuss why Cho and Harry should have never been together, why you need characters like Pansy Parkinson to push Harry, and why Bluey is way funnier than Blake expected… SUBSCRIBE TO GET A NOTIFICATION WHEN NEW EPI…

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Horcrux Creation's Dark SECRET Made JK Rowling's Editor VOMIT - Harry Potter Theory 14:35

3M ago14:35

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Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. In a Wizarding World full of magic, Horcruxes are without a doubt one of the darkest forms of this magic. These cursed objects, created through an unnamed and forbidden process, are known for their ability to fragment the soul, preserving it beyond death, and granting the creator …

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The 15 BEST Dumbledore Theories (MEGA COMPILATION) 2:18:26

3M ago2:18:26

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Welcome to a SPECIAL installment of Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re going to be diving back through the years on the channel and discussing 15 Harry Potter Theories that all pertain to Hogwarts Headmaster ALBUS DUMBLEDORE. The range of theories is pretty broad, and they paint Dumbledore in a bunch of different lights. From his covered-up survival,…

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What Do Parents of Muggleborns Tell the Government? - Harry Potter Theory 12:22

3M ago12:22

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. When Muggleborn students are sent off to Hogwarts school, how do you think their parents explain their absence to the rest of the Muggle world? What do their parents tell the government? What do they tell their friends? To those with NO knowledge of the Wizarding World: What HAPPENS to their children? Today we’re goi…

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How Draco SAVED Harry from the BASILISK in the Chamber of Secrets (THEORY) 10:31

3M ago10:31

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we’ll be taking a look at five Draco Malfoy theories that have recently caught my eye. To start, I’d like to acknowledge that there are loads of debates out there between fans as to whether Malfoy was a redeemable character or not. There seems to be two very distinct camps – one that believes Draco was a snake…

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Can the Elder Wand Be RE-CREATED? - Harry Potter Theory 12:40

3M ago12:40

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re going to be discussing the ELDER WAND-the most POWERFUL wand in the Harry Potter universe. Specifically, we’ll be tackling the question of whether or not the Elder Wand could ever be replicated. That is, if a wandmaker was given the right materials- could they make…ANOTHER Elder Wand? Let’s dive in. Learn…

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How Dumbledore DEFEATED Grindelwald (5 Theories) 14:08

3M ago14:08

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Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. We know that in November of 1945, Dumbledore achieved the impossible by defeating the notorious (and Elder Wand wielding) dark wizard at large- Gellert Grindelwald. For decades, Grindelwald had been building his following and spreading his poisonous ideologies, disrupting the Wiza…

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What REALLY Happened to the Hogwarts Founders? (Their Sacrifice) - Harry Potter Theory 15:20

3M ago15:20

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Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re going to be discussing HOGWARTS and its 4 founders. Godric Gryffindor, Salazar Slytherin, Rowena Ravenclaw and Helga Hufflepuff. Specifically, we’ll be taking a closer look at the legacy they left behind- seeing if their contributions to the Wizarding World are perhaps even greater than previously imagine…

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