Best Potterverse Podcasts (2024)

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Whimsical Punctuation and Potterverse House Pride: A Hufflepuff's Guide to Magic and Mirth 47:58

16d ago47:58

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Ever drawn an ampersand and felt like it was a character straight out of a fantasy novel? That's how Angus and I kick off our latest podcast escapade, where the quirks of punctuation meet the whimsy of Harry Potter with a dash of Hogwarts house pride. As a dedicated Hufflepuff, I dive into the fun and the fervor of sorting quizzes while we exchange…

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Potterversity Episode 52: The Ivory Tower, Harry Potter, and Beyond 1:08:22

24d ago1:08:22

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Get a preview of the latest Harry Potter academic anthology, featuring a diverse array of essays on the series. We're joined by Dr. Lana Whited (Ferrum College), editor of The Ivory Tower and Harry Potter (University of Missouri Press, 2002), one of the first anthologies focused on the series, and now the second volume, The Ivory Tower, Harry Potte…

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House Of The Dragon: 2.03 - The Burning Mill | Recap & Reaction 1:36:44

13h ago1:36:44

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Mary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 2.03 - The Burning Mill. We discuss why this show is starting to feel more like Game Of Thrones but is also setting itself apart from GOT at the same time, making the best scene yet in all of House Of The Dragon (and the one of the best in the GOT universe), and why Mary absolutely CANNOT get any …

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House Of The Dragon: 2.02 - Rhaenyra The Cruel | Recap & Reaction 1:28:17

4d ago1:28:17

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Mary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 2.02 - Rhaenyra The Cruel. We discuss why Ser Criston is the absolute WORST, but also why that makes him the best, establishing a visual grammar to make your show stand out, and why Daemon has suddenly become Bobby Kennedy Jr. #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly pod…

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House Of The Dragon: 2.01 - A Son For A Son | Recap & Reaction 1:26:13

15d ago1:26:13

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Mary & Blake chat about House Of The Dragon Episode 2.01 - "A Son For A Son". We discuss why the show wants to have its cake and it eat it too, the dynamic marketing strategy for season 2, we introduce a new segment, why Criston Cole might be the most unlikeable and interesting character, expanding the visual palette of the show, and why Mary can't…

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Bridgerton: 3.05 - Tick Tock 1:03:52

16d ago1:03:52

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.05 - Tick Tock. In this episode, we chat why this show has succeeded in humanizing it's characters amidst the plot mechanics, important visual cues for subtext, and why engagement parties are just so damn awkward...especially ours... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get …

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Bridgerton: 3.04 - Old Friends | Recap & Reaction 1:21:37

22d ago1:21:37

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.04 - Old Friends. In this episode, why Lord Debling is the best and the worst, the final test before a character breaks their stasis, and why we are making a shirt that says, "Hyacinth Knows All"... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus materi…

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Bridgerton: 3.03 - Forces Of Nature | Recap & Reaction 1:18:40

23d ago1:18:40

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.03 - Forces Of Nature. In this episode, we chat the prominent use of subtext in many different scenes, the antagonist/protagonist relationship shared between Cressida and Penelope, and why Mary will only refer to Benedict as "Bennington" from now on. #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIV…

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Bridgerton: 3.02 - How Bright The Moon | Recap & Reaction 1:10:27

30d ago1:10:27

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to Bridgerton episode 3.02 - How Bright The Moon. In this episode, we chat the parallel stories between the Mondriches and the Bridgertons, the push and pull dialogue between Eloise and Cressida, and why Blake actually references the movie Made Of Honor.... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get …

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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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The Potterverse: Mailbag - Mary's Favorite Book, Draco's Bravery(?) and Dragons Eating Dementors 56:01

1M ago56:01

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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. #MaryAndBlakeMedia #ThePotterverse #OrderOf…

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Reflecting on Seven Years: Nostalgia, New Horizons, and Everything in Between 1:06:51

2M ago1:06:51

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Ever find yourself caught between nostalgia and the thrill of new beginnings? That's where we stand in this special studio session, traversing our seven-year odyssey from DIY days to the sheen of professional production. Join Duncan, Angus as we wax nostalgic, mulling over a possible hiatus while sharing our personal pursuits, from my quest for Pok…

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Bridgerton: 3.01 - Out Of The Shadows | Recap & Reaction 1:21:00

2M ago1:21:00

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In this episode, we chat the emotional math behind Eloise's choices, if Penelope is a likable character, the dynamic behind parallel facades between Colin And Pen, why Mary & Blake Commandments are always right, and why Mary is HERE for a side of Deblin Beef... MaryAndBlakeMedia #BridgertonWithMaryAndBlake #Bridgerton 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY…

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Potterversity Episode 51: Music and Fantasy in the Harry Potter Franchise 1:10:04

2M ago1:10:04

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Get swept away by the cinematic sounds of the Wizarding World. We're joined by musicologist Dr. Daniel White (University of Huddersfield), who has a new book about the music of two major fantasy franchises, Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. He talks about the musical foundation laid by John Williams in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and ho…

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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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The Potterverse: Chapter 26 - Seen And Unseen | The Order Of The Phoenix 44:36

2M ago44:36

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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... …

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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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Chapter 25: The Beetle At Bay | The Order Of The Phoenix | Recap & Reaction 45:13

2M ago45:13

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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... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE CO…

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Bridgerton: Season 3 Trailer Breakdown & Recap 52:15

2M ago52:15

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Mary & Blake discuss and breakdown the Bridgerton season 3 trailer. In this episode, we chat the noticeable difference in how this season is shot, all the glow ups, and why we are ready for some gardens to be in bloom. #MaryAndBlakeMedia #Bridgerton #BridgertonWithMaryAndBlake 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Get extra weekly podcasts, bonus materia…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 24 - Occlumency | Order Of The Phoenix 45:53

3M ago45:53

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 24 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Occlumency. In this special episode, we're in the car on the way home from watching the total eclipse that just happened! We discuss whether or not Dumbledore and Snape have Harry's best interests at heart, if Sirius was doing the right thing as a guar…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 24 – Occlumency | The Order Of The Phoenix

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 24 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix – Occlumency. In this special episode, we’re in the car on the way home from watching the total eclipse that just happened! We discuss whether or not Dumbledore and Snape have Harry’s best interests at heart, if Sirius was doing the right thing as a guar…

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Potterversity Episode 50: Teaching, the Hogwarts Way 57:18

3M ago57:18

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In the last of our episodes featuring contributors to our book, Potterversity: Essays Exploring the World of Harry Potter, take a look at two very different teachers: Albus Dumbledore and Dolores Umbridge. Our guests are Dr. M'Balia Thomas (University of Kansas) and Dr. Brent Satterly (Widener University), whose chapters focus on Hogwarts professor…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 23 - Christmas At The Closed Ward | The Order Of The Phoenix 1:04:47

3M ago1:04:47

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 23 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Christmas At The Closed Ward. We chat the nature of friendship and the roles the trio share with each other, how much Alice is truly aware of Neville, and why Blake breaks because of one VERY special character... #MaryAndBlakeMedia #TheOrderOfThePhoeni…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 23 – Christmas At The Closed Ward | The Order Of The Phoenix

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 23 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix – Christmas At The Closed Ward. We chat the nature of friendship and the roles the trio share with each other, how much Alice is truly aware of Neville, and why Blake breaks because of one VERY special character… SUBSCRIBE TO GET A NOTIFICATION WHEN NEW …

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Potterversity: A Harry Potter History Holiday 50:16

3M ago50:16

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Hop on a tour of the UK this summer to see Harry Potter and more beloved works of fantasy come to life. On this episode, sponsored by History Bites Tours, Katy and Emily speak with History Bites founder Solomon Schmidt about the literary-inspired tour of England and Scotland he'll be leading in July. Solomon is the author of eight books in his Hist…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 22 - St. Mungo's Hospital For Magical Maladies And Injuries | The Order Of The Phoenix 39:04

4M ago39:04

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 22 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - St. Mungo's Hospital For Magical Maladies And Injuries. We chat the natural push and pull of character arcs for both Sirius and Harry, the real difference between foreshadowing and teasing, and why Harry's ahd absolutely ENOUGH... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 …

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The Potterverse: Chapter 22 – St. Mungo’s Hospital For Magical Maladies And Injuries

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 22 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix – St. Mungo’s Hospital For Magical Maladies And Injuries. We chat the natural push and pull of character arcs for both Sirius and Harry, the real difference between foreshadowing and teasing, and why Harry’s ahd absolutely ENOUGH… UNLOCK BONUS EPISODES, …

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The Potterverse: Chapter 21 – The Eye Of The Snake | The Order Of The Phoenix

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 21 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix – They Eye Of The Snake. We chat what separates the “Oneness” of Harry from Neville, the author setting up. major 3 beats to help amplify the remainder of the story, and why Blake is TOTALLY Pansy Parkinson… UNLOCK BONUS EPISODES, PREMIUM PODCASTS & MORE…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 21 - The Eye Of The Snake | The Order Of The Phoenix 1:04:41

4M ago1:04:41

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 21 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - They Eye Of The Snake. We chat what separates the "Oneness" of Harry from Neville, the author setting up. major 3 beats to help amplify the remainder of the story, and why Blake is TOTALLY Pansy Parkinson... #MaryAndBlakeMedia 💯 Join our EXCLUSIVE COMM…

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Potterversity Episode 49: Playing Potter 42:48

4M ago42:48

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We're in for a bit of fun as we look at games in the wizarding world and using games to bring the wizarding world to the classroom. Katy and Emily are joined by two more contributors to our book, Potterversity: Essays Exploring the World of Harry Potter. Laurie Beckoff, our producer, and Tison Pugh, Pegasus Professor of English at the University of…

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Potterversity Episode 48: Self and Others 40:13

4M ago40:13

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On this episode, two more contributors to our book talk about their chapters on equality, inclusion, and compassion. Travis Prinzi and Mark-Anthony Lewis join Katy and Emily to discuss how the wizarding world serves as a lens through which to understand the social ethics of our own world, particularly amid racial tensions and diversity. Travis's ch…

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Potterversity Episode 47: A Question of Character 1:09:04

5M ago1:09:04

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Featuring more of our book contributors, this episode is about various members of Harry's found family. Katy, technical director Emma Nicholson, and Louise Freeman (Mary Baldwin University) discuss their chapters focused on character analysis: "Arthur Weasley and the Misuse of Muggle Artefacts," "Padfoot Revelio! The Life and Love of Sirius Black,"…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 20 – Hagrid’s Tale | The Order Of The Phoenix

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 20 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix – Hagrid’s Tale. We chat the nature of storytelling within a story, how and why the death eaters are capable of making a more compelling case to the giants, and why Fang is feeling a little like Kevin McCallister right now… UNLOCK BONUS EPISODES, PREMIUM…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 20 - Hagrid's Tale | The Order Of The Phoenix 47:06

5M ago47:06

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 20 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Hagrid's Tale. We chat the nature of storytelling within a story, how and why the death eaters are capable of making a more compelling case to the giants, and why Fang is feeling a little like Kevin McCallister right now... #MaryAndBlakeMedia #ThePotte…

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The Percy Jackson Prophecy: 1.08 - The Prophecy Comes True (SEASON 1 FINALE) 57:41

5M ago57:41

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Mary & Rhys discuss Percy Jackson And The Olympians Season 1 finale, Episode 1.08 - The Prophecy Comes True They chat the dynamic of relationships and using the rules to your advantage, the beauty in the scene between Ares and Percy, understanding who the actual lightning thief is and why they did it, and much more! #MaryAndBlakeMedia #ThePercyJack…

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The Percy Jackson Prophecy: 1.07 - We Find Out The Truth, Sort Of 58:20

5M ago58:20

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Mary & Rhys discuss Percy Jackson And The Olympians Episode 1.07 - We Find Out The Truth, Sort Of They chat the trio venturing into the Underworld, encountering the notorious Procrustes and the three-headed guard dog, Cerberus. They also chat the myth of Procrustes, Hollow Earth, the unexpected portrayal of Hades brings humor and charm to the chara…

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Potterversity Episode 46: Ancient Magic 55:49

6M ago55:49

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The next topic from our book up for discussion is old magic steeped in myth and tradition. Katy talks with co-host and co-editor Emily Strand and contributor Lana Whited (Ferrum College) about their chapters "The Real Magic of Christmas in Harry Potter" and "Here Be Dragons and Phoenixes: A Thematic Direction for the Fantastic Beasts Series." Emily…

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The Percy Jackson Prophecy: 1.06 - We Take A Zebra To Vegas 55:34

6M ago55:34

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Mary & Rhys discuss Percy Jackson And The Olympians Episode 1.06 - We Take A Zebra To Vegas. They chat how this episode revolves around the trio of Percy, Annabeth, and Grover visiting the Lotus casino in Las Vegas. They also discuss the clever use of the Lotus flowers to create a magical and disorienting atmosphere in the casino. Additionally, the…

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The Percy Jackson Prophecy: 1.05 - A God Buys Us Cheeseburgers 38:57

6M ago38:57

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Mary & Rhys discuss Percy Jackson And The Olympians Episode 1.05 - A God Buys Us Cheeseburgers. They chat discuss unexpected alliances forming, with Ares extending assistance and the unveiling of Haphaestus' touching backstory. Amid the whimsy of an amusement park, Percy, Annabeth, and Grover navigate challenges, intricately layering the narrative.…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 19 - The Lion And The Serpent | The Order Of The Phoenix 1:06:52

6M ago1:06:52

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 19 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - The Lion And The Serpent. We chat why Dumbledore and Umbridge cannot exist in the same narrative, why the Slytherins are both good AND bad in this chapter, and Blake does his first different perspective in a LONG time.... #MaryAndBlakeMedia #The Potter…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 19 – The Lion And The Serpent | The Order Of The Phoenix

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Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to chapter 19 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix – The Lion And The Serpent. We chat why Dumbledore and Umbridge cannot exist in the same narrative, why the Slytherins are both good AND bad in this chapter, and Blake does his first different perspective in a LONG time…. UNLOCK BONUS EPISODES, PREMIUM P…

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Potterversity Episode 45: Occult Knowledge 59:45

6M ago59:45

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We're starting off the companion episodes to our new book with the dark side of Harry Potter. Dr. Beatrice Groves (Oxford University and Bathilda's Notebook) and Dr. Amy Strugis (Lenoir-Rhyne University and Signum University) join us to discuss their chapters "Good Men and Monsters: The Influence of Bram Stoker's Dracula on Harry Potter" and "Dark …

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The Percy Jackson Prophecy: 1.04 - I Plunge To My Death 42:29

6M ago42:29

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Mary & Rhys discuss Percy Jackson And The Olympians Episode 1.04 - I Plunge To My Death. They chat about the heroes facing the Chimera in St. Louis, and unraveling the complexities of the narrative. Blake offers insights on the writing term "bookending", while Mary and Rhys explore Greek mythology, dissecting the Chimera's origins and its adaptatio…

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The Percy Jackson Prophecy: 1.03 - We Visit The Garden Gnome Emporium 36:42

6M ago36:42

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Mary & Rhys discuss Percy Jackson And The Olympians Episode 1.03 - We Visit The Garden Gnome Emporium. They unravel the perilous Quest leading Percy, Grover, and Annabeth to face the notorious Medusa in New Jersey. Rhys and Mary applaud the nuanced portrayal of Medusa and explore the character dynamics amidst the mythological chaos. With special in…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 18 - Dumbledore's Army | The Order Of The Phoenix 55:22

6M ago55:22

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The Potterverse: Chapter 18 – Dumbledore’s Army | The Order Of The Phoenix

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Mary & Blake discuss chapter 18 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix – Dumbledore’s Army. We chat why Hermione’s judgement might not be the best in this chapter, Harry and Voldemort’s connection feeling like Rey and Kylo Ren, and why Dobby suffers from poor circulation. UNLOCK BONUS EPISODES, PREMIUM PODCASTS & MORE Join The #NerdClan SUBSC…

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The Percy Jackson Prophecy: 1.02 - I Become Supreme Lord Of The Bathroom 48:40

6M ago48:40

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Mary & Rhys discuss episode Percy Jackson And The Olympians Episode 1.02 - I Become Supreme Lord Of The Bathroom. They delve into Percy's awakening, encounters with mythical entities, and the revelation of his divine parentage. They also commend the series for its vibrant visuals and touch upon various elements, from humor to intricate character dy…

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The Percy Jackson Prophecy: 1.01 - I Accidentally Vaporize My Pre-Algebra Teacher 40:40

6M ago40:40

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Mary & Rhys discuss episode Percy Jackson And The Olympians Episode 1.01 - I Accidentally Vaporize My Pre-Algebra Teacher. They maintain a spoiler-free approach, inviting listener engagement through voicemail feedback and discuss key moments from the first episode, emphasizing Percy's dyslexia and ADHD revelations. A new segment, "Dad's Details," h…

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The Potterverse: Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four | The Order Of The Phoenix

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Mary & Blake discuss chapter 17 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix – Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four. We chat if Umbridge is actually correct in enforcing the decree, why characterization needs to include traits ONLY that character should have, and why Justin Finch Fletchley continues to be the worst character in all of Potter… UNLO…

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The Potterverse: Chapter 17 - Educational Decree Number 24 | The Order Of The Phoenix 52:49

7M ago52:49

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Mary & Blake discuss chapter 17 of Harry Potter and The Order Of The Phoenix - Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four. We chat if Umbridge is actually correct in enforcing the decree, why characterization needs to include traits ONLY that character should have, and why Justin Finch Fletchley continues to be the worst character in all of Potter... #M…

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