Best Sound Owl Media Podcasts (2024)

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Big Trouble with little china (Episode 3) 24:07

3d ago24:07

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Hunted by an array of people braying for blood, Danny Peaks has to think outside the box to defeat the ancient sorcerer before he destroys the city. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Artwork by Maisie Chilvers. Social media management by Laurie Stone. Some sound effects sourced from www.zapsplat.c…

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Underrated Professors! | Snape, Slughorn, Binns, More 30:45

5d ago30:45

30:45

In this episode, we discuss some of the most underrated professors at Hogwarts. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · Audible Announcement · 2:38 Slughorn. With all the events of the Half Blood Prince we look over his appointment as the potion’s professor after a while, but that is a mistake. He introduces us to many facets of magic that become important later …

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What Makes Hogwarts Hogwarts? | The sorting hat, quidditch, horrible events, More 31:12

12d ago31:12

31:12

In this episode, we discuss what things and places make Hogwarts what we know it to be. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 1:44 The Owlrey. This is one of the most British wizarding systems thing there is at Hogwarts. They use owls to send messages and the Owlery is where the owls live. It is the boundary between the Muggle and wizarding world, and is made a…

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Big Trouble with little china (Episode 2) 18:42

17d ago18:42

18:42

Danny Peaks thought his day couldn't get any worse, but it has. Hunted by the police and now trapped in a disused mine with his family, Danny meets an ancient sorcerer who is in desperate need of a cup of tea. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Artwork by Maisie Chilvers. Social media management by…

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Hermione Deserves More Credit 29:30

19d ago29:30

29:30

In this episode, we discuss why Hermione deserves more credit in honor of Emma Watson's birthday. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 1:54. Absolutely she does. This episode is not to decide if she does or not, but to find some of the best examples of where she works in the shadows and didn’t receive the credit she deserves. For example in the Prisoner of Azk…

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Big Trouble with little china (Episode 1) 20:27

1M ago20:27

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Danny Peaks is in big trouble. His wife has been kidnapped by bandits and the police want a word. Could his day get any worse? Maybe a visit to his rival Graham, will cheer him up? Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Artwork by Maisie Chilvers. Social media management by Laurie Stone. Some sound eff…

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Filius Flitwick vs. Minerva McGonagall 31:45

1M ago31:45

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In this episode, we pit Flitwick and McGonagall head to head to see who would win. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 1:33 Why them? We don’t know Flitwick very well, so this could be an interesting pair. We do know a good amount about McGonagall, so putting them against each other could be a good contrast for Flitwick. · 6:36 Flitwick’s strengths and weakne…

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Flip the Script: Dumbledore doesn't know everything that goes on 'round here 29:40

1M ago29:40

29:40

In this episode, we discuss what would change if Dumbledore wasn't as intelligent. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 1:43 Harry would have died when he found the Sorcerer’s Stone. Dumbledore swooped in at the very last moment after realizing that he had received a fake message from the Ministry. Her passed Hermione and Ron and warded off Quirrell and Voldem…

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Outpost 35 19:22

2M ago19:22

19:22

Marooned at a desolate research station on a planet far, far away and likely fictional, civilian Jeff Bumble takes Star Captain Dick Calhoon through a virtual tour of life on an outpost with no other humans and no contact beyond one affectionate android. Episode 70 was written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt San…

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The Dursleys Aren't That Bad | What they did for Harry, family connections, parting, More 30:57

2M ago30:57

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In this episode, we discuss why the Dursleys aren't that bad. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 1:46 They showed Harry right and wrong. Harry saw what a dysfunctional family looked like. He could appreciate the good relationships is later began to make. They also taught him the social norms of the muggle world that came in handy later. Muggle studies is a c…

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Breakdown: Lockhart! | Strengths + Weaknesses, Role, Fitting End, More 30:36

2M ago30:36

30:36

In this episode, we break down the character of Gilderoy Lockhart. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 1:37 Who is he? Well, Lockhart was the DADA teacher in the Chamber of Secrets. He was part of the Dark Forces Defense League, an Order of Merlin Third Class, winner of the Witch Weekly’s Most Charming Smile Award five times in a row and his favorite color is…

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The BS Foundation 18:05

2M ago18:05

18:05

Seizing the opportunity to deliver his own podcast, Bill Shyster introduces us to the greatest money-making venture of all time. Warning: DO NOT give this man any money. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Original artwork by Maisie Chilvers. Social media management by Laurie Stone. Some sound effec…

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Which Characters Could be Evil? | Hagrid, Snape, Dumbledore, More 30:30

2M ago30:30

30:30

In this episode, we discuss which characters could be evil. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 2:20 Dumbledore. This would be interesting. Dumbledore has a lot of power and information that would prove extremely useful to him. But he might not work with Voldemort because it has been made clear that he isn’t aligned with him. Dumbledore is working to take dow…

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Best Quotes in Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts! | Neville, Newt Dumbledore, more 30:21

2M ago30:21

30:21

In this episode we discuss the very best quotes in Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 1:43 “Why is it always me?” What a good one. This not only acts as comic relief, but also this quote points at a great question: why is is always Neville? It could be that he is a magnet for problems because it shows his character arcs. We…

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The Beast of Bumpkin Manor 4 20:48

2M ago20:48

20:48

More gruesome deaths await the third night of the full moon at Bumpkin Manor. Will Kev and Matt survive? Will the identity of the beast finally be revealed? Does any of this even matter? Who knows. Episode four of a four-part mini-series. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Artwork by Maisie Chilver…

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Queenie and Tina's Unbreakable Bond and Queenie's Descent into Darkness! 29:46

3M ago29:46

29:46

In this episode, we discuss Tina and Queenie's unbreakable bond and Queenie's descent into darkness and Grindelwald. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 2:07 Tina and Queenie’s backstory and bond. They were born in the early 1900s and lost their parents to dragon pox when they were very young. The sisters only had each other to lean on going through life and …

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Ranking Magical Creatures! | Dragons, Bowtruckles, Nifflers, more 28:58

3M ago28:58

28:58

In this episode, we discuss different magical creatures and rank them. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · Listen to QuizMaster: Gringotts here! · 3:44 #8 Dragons · 7:35 #7 Kneazle · 10:24 #6 Niffler · 15:24 #5 Bowtruckle · 18:28 #4 Phoenix · 22:24 #3 Houselves · 24:35 #2 Centaurs · 26:05 #1 Hippogriffs Having anything you want to hear or say? Click here for …

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The Beast of Bumpkin Manor 3 18:24

3M ago18:24

18:24

The second day at Bumpkin Manor brings authoritative questions and stupid answers, whilst the second night brings more blood, death, and the return of the beast. But just what is it? A wild animal? Or are far more sinister forces at work? Episode three of a four-part mini-series. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers a…

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QuizMaster: Gringotts Bank! 35:21

3M ago35:21

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In this episode, we test our knowledge on Gringotts Bank. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 1:53 Warm-Up Round · 3:50 Question 1 · 7:41 Question 2 · 14:12 Question 3 · 17:52 Question 4 · 23:04 Question 5 · 26:00 Question 6 · 30:18 Question 7 and Challenge Question Having anything you want to hear or say? Click here for a voice submission or here for text. T…

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The Funniest Characters in Harry Potter! | Hagrid, Ron, Neville, More 37:22

3M ago37:22

37:22

In this listener suggested episode, we discuss the funniest characters and moments in Harry Potter. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 2:26 #7 Kingsley Shacklebolt. The reason why Kingsley is so far up on the list is his famous line: “You may not like it, but Dumbledore’s got style.” It is just perfect. The perfect ending to such an intense scene where Dumbl…

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The Beast of Bumpkin Manor 2 15:52

3M ago15:52

15:52

Still on the first night of the full moon cycle, Kev and Matt seek answers in the rural Bumpkin Manor; home to an eccentric family of complete and incomplete Bumpkins. Is everyone really who they say they are and what of the beast calling out in the night? Episode two of a four-part mini-series. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by …

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Impossible Would You Rather Pt. 2! | Molly Weasley, Hagrid, more 28:28

3M ago28:28

28:28

In this episode, we discuss more would you rather questions. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · Listen to Would You Rather Part 1 here! · 1:40 Would you rather kill Professor McGonagall or Molly Weasley? Let’s weight the pros and cons. McGonagall has a very strict moral compass and values that drive her to do the right thing. She knows the ground of Hogwarts…

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Harry Potter vs. Hermione Granger | Versus Series 31:54

4M ago31:54

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In this episode, we discuss who would in a duel: Harry or Hermione. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 1:51 Why them? Besides the fact that this episode was a suggestion, Harry and Hermione know each other. They have been friends for years and they know each other’s personalities and habits. In a duel, that connection could be interesting. They know more abo…

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The Beast of Bumpkin Manor 1 14:24

4M ago14:24

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Following the arrival of a mysterious letter, Kev and Matt take to the road in search of Bumpkin Manor, and all the secrets that lie within. Join us for the first episode of a four-part mysterious mystery mini-series, where the words mysterious and mystery are likely to get used far too often. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Ke…

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Thought Provoking Question in Harry Potter! | Room of Requirement, Potions, Mirror of Erised, and more 32:02

4M ago32:02

32:02

In this episode, we discuss some very though provoking questions. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 2:00 What does the happiest person in the world see in the Mirror of Erised? Dumbledore claims they would see themselves exactly has as they are, but I don’t agree. Happiest doesn’t mean completely happy first of all, but also, there is a very little chance t…

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Impossible Harry Potter Would You Rather! 32:42

4M ago32:42

32:42

In this episode, we answer some difficult Harry Potter would you rather questions. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 1:58 Would you rather save Sirius or Dumbledore? Yep, starting off strong. Sirius is the closest thing Harry has to a father and his death was a wrenching situation for Harry. Dumbledore was one of Harry’s closest friends and the person who l…

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Pink Tiger & Burrowing Owl Christmas Special 21:10

4M ago21:10

21:10

Join us for a Christmas tale starring Pink tiger and his faithful butler Burrowing Owl, as they investigate the curious case of the Pale Lemur. Keep the receipt, just in case. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Artwork by Maisie Chilvers. Social media management by Laurie Stone. Some sound effects …

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Which is the Best Christmas in Harry Potter? 30:48

4M ago30:48

30:48

In this episode, we rank every Christmas in Harry Potter. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 2:15 Deathly Hallows. This is the Christmas on which Harry and Hermione met “Bathilda Bagshot” who was really Nagini. Voldemort showed up and tried to kill them, all this being after Harry saw the graves of his parents. His wand broke, many attempts were made on thei…

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Flip the Script: Peter Pettigrew is on Dumbledore's Side! 30:23

5M ago30:23

30:23

In this episode, we flip the script to explore how the story would be different if Peter Pettigrew was on Dumbledore's side. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 1:59 Dumbledore would have another line to Dumbledore. Snape is an effective and worthy spy, but have two perspectives on information is very valuable. They could find out if Voldemort was planning so…

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We Could Be Heroes Episode 3 20:36

5M ago20:36

20:36

With the super hero team, "No Quarter," broken into pieces and no closer to finding to the villain known as Dr Dentist. Duke takes charge and starts to connect the dots. What he finds however, will challenge everything he thought he knew. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Artwork by Maisie Chilver…

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Enemies that Could Have been Friends! 29:53

5M ago29:53

29:53

In this episode, we discuss some enemies that could have been friends. Enjoy! · 2:11 Harry and Dudley. Watch the deleted scene here. The main benefit of this friendship would be an ally for Harry on Privet Drive. Every summer, he dreads the return and getting bullied by Dudley, but if he had a friend in Dudley instead, he might not find his summer …

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The Tri-Wizard Tournament is the smartest and dumbest competition of all time 30:41

5M ago30:41

30:41

In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of the tri-wizard tournament. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 2:10 Cheating is promoted. The point of the competition is to think on your feet and adapt to any situation, but if the champions know everything about the challenges before they even stat, there is no point to any of it and the only challenge becom…

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We Could Be Heroes Episode 2 17:21

5M ago17:21

17:21

Having lost another member of "No Quarter," the super hero team regroup to look for the villain known as Dr Dentist. However, a bigger danger could lay closer to home. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Artwork by Maisie Chilvers. Social media management by Laurie Stone. Some sound effects sourced …

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Top 10 Spells! 30:19

5M ago30:19

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In this episode, we rank the top 10 spells in Harry Potter. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 2:23 Honorable Mention and #10 Engorgio · 5:10 #9 Incendio · 7:10 #8 Immobulus · 9:50 #7 Protego · 12:47 #6 Disillusionment charm · 16:22 #5 Bubble Head Charm · 18:54 #4 Wingardium Leviosa · 20:59 #3 Expecto Patronum · 24:02 #2 Stupify · 26:00 #1 Expeliarmus Having…

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Breakdown: Dobby! 29:51

6M ago29:51

29:51

In this episode, we break down the character of Dobby. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 2:12 Dobby’s role in the story. Simply put, he started out as a solution for problems and a way to move the story along, but he became someone who stood up against the forces of evil and the weights that had previously held him back for so long. It is a real shame that …

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We Could Be Heroes Episode 1 19:35

6M ago19:35

19:35

Time Traveller, Duke Render has been forced into joining the super hero team, "No Quarter." Their mission, to find the super villain known as Dr Dentist. However the team are fixated on a little, old man who lives down the road and only wants a quiet life. Maybe they are looking in the wrong direction? Written, performed, produced, directed and edi…

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Magical Object Draft! 33:07

6M ago33:07

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In this listener submitted episode, we discuss what objects Harry and Voldemort would choose in an object draft. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 2:12: The Elder Wand. Harry wouldn’t want it to use it, he just wouldn’t want Voldemort to have it. If Voldemort had been the true master, Harry wouldn’t have had a chance like Ollivander said. However, Voldemort…

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David Holmes: the Boy Who Lived 30:52

6M ago30:52

30:52

In this episode, we discuss the new Harry Potter documentary about stunts. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · Listen to episode 205, QuizMaster: DA Edition here! · 3:14 Is it going to be happy or sad? A shown in the trailer, the day that he sustained his injury was one of it not the worst day on the Harry Potter set. This was a horrible tragedy and that isn’…

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Chatting with a Vampire 21:00

6M ago21:00

21:00

Who is the mysterious Lacunar Infarct? Is he really a vampire? Or is some other nonsense afoot? Dale Alan digs deeper in the concluding part of this year’s Halloween special. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Artwork by Maisie Chilvers. Social media management by Laurie Stone. Some sound effects s…

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QuizMaster: Dumbledore's Army! 31:25

6M ago31:25

31:25

In this episode, we test our knowledge on Dumbledore's Army. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 1:53 Warm Up Round · 4:21 Question 1 · 7:54 Question 2 · 12:36 Question 3 · 16:48 Question 4 · 22:12 Question 5 · 25:17 Question 6 · 27:47 Question 7 · 30:17 Challenge Question Having anything you want to hear or say? Click here for a voice submission or here for …

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Best Fred and George Moments! 31:01

7M ago31:01

31:01

In this episode we discuss some of the best Fred and George moments. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 1:58 “He’s not Fred, I am!” This scene takes place in the first book in King’s Cross station. This is a good display of banter between them, and this was one of the first examples we have of their characters. They aren’t afraid of pulling someone’s leg whi…

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Away from the drizzle 20:38

7M ago20:38

20:38

Why is a single island known as The Ferrero Rocher Isles? Exactly where is it? And should anyone even care? These, and many other questions, are unlikely to get answered in this episode; the first of a two-part Halloween special. Geoff the Baker will be with you in a minute. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Ma…

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Could Harry and Hermione Have Gotten Together? 28:17

7M ago28:17

28:17

In this listener submitted episode, we discuss if Harry and Hermione could have ever been romantically involved. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 1:31 Harry is too committed to Cho in the books. They went on actual dates and spent more time together. In the book it was more involved and long lived. They stayed together long enough to know that it wasn’t a …

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Greek Mythology in Harry Potter! 29:53

7M ago29:53

29:53

In this episode, we discuss different Greek myths that appear in Harry Potter. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 2:25 The Basilisk and Medusa. Medusa has snakes for hair and the basilisk is a snake. They both petrify with their eyes. But what would happen if they looked into each other eyes? There’s no way to know for sure, but Medusa was die instantly and …

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Honk's Kitchen Part Two 30:50

7M ago30:50

30:50

After 136 weeks of non-stop cooking action, things are about to get even hotter in the grand final of Honk’s Kitchen. Join us for cauliflower, broccoli, and much much more as the last two contestants compete to win the coveted prize of Head Chef at Honk Romsey’s brand new mobile restaurant and burger van: Honkz. Written, performed, produced, direct…

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Would Harry and Hermione have survived without Ron? 31:03

7M ago31:03

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In this episode, we discuss if Harry and Hermione would have reached as great heights is Ron wasn't with them. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: · 1:53 What role does Ron play? There isn’t a single word that can sum up Ron’s role in the story. A lot of what he does is away from the spotlight, and that is also the reason why he gets into the occasional spat wi…

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EPISODE 200: A Blast From the Past! 33:56

7M ago33:56

33:56

This week marks 200 episodes and three years of this podcast. I would not have been able to do any of this without your continued support, and for that I thank you all. Here's to another 200! Having anything you want to hear or say? Click here for a voice submission or here for text. ThePotterDiscussion@gmail.com @thepotterdiscussion on Instagram S…

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Honk's Kitchen Part One 22:33

8M ago22:33

22:33

It’s the semi-final of one of the world’s most exciting daytime cookery shows, where casseroles and tempers get extremely heated. Disclaimer: no casseroles are featured in this episode. Not one. Written, performed, produced, directed and edited by Kevin Chilvers and Matt Sanders. Artwork by Maisie Chilvers. Social media management by Laurie Stone. …

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Objects that should have been in the story! 30:56

8M ago30:56

30:56

In this episode, we discuss some additions to the story that would help out a bunch. Enjoy! Summary/Topics: · 2:22 More accessible portkeys. Portkeys are effective, but they take too long to set up and aren’t a quick us. They take time to set up and advanced planning. If you’re running down an alley with snatchers on your tail, the last thing you’r…

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Hermione Granger vs. Bellatrix Lestrange 33:06

8M ago33:06

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In this episode, we put Hermione and Bellatrix head to head. Enjoy! Topics/Summary: Episode 198: · 1:03 Why these two? · 4:04 Hermione’s Strengths and weaknesses · 11:45 Bellatrix strengths and weaknesses · 19:42 Malfoy Manor duel · 24:47 Battle of Hogwarts duel · 27:43 Flat plane duel Having anything you want to hear or say? Click here for a voice…

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