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A scholarly podcast about pop culture hosted by Hannah McGregor and Marcelle Kosman, produced by Witch, Please Productions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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It’s the English class you didn't know you missed and the meaningful conversations you didn't know you craved. Join Vanessa Zoltan and Matt Potts as they bring thought, reflection and laughter to Harry Potter; not just as novels, but as instructive and inspirational texts that will teach us about our own lives. Relive the magic of Harry Potter chapter by chapter as Matt and Vanessa explore themes such as commitment, revenge and forgiveness. This podcast creates time in your week to think abo ...
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In this intimate podcast we explore how attention can be a tool for living a more intentional life. This season, Atheist chaplain and co-creator of Harry Potter and the Sacred Text Vanessa Zoltan guides guests through questions of quitting with empathy and humor. Vanessa has always been a big advocate of quitting – she believes quitting doesn't mean 'giving up,' it means you've tried something and realized that it doesn't work. The Real Question is produced by Not Sorry Productions, a femini ...
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Hot and Bothered is all about the power of romance culture. We analyze romance novels and movies to better imagine our own happy endings. Episodes release weekly on Tuesdays. CURRENT SEASON: Hot and Bothered (Movie Edition) We make Hot and Bothered because we are interested in the way that love stories have impacted our lives and culture. For our fifth season of the show, we’re turning our attention to romantic films. Vanessa and Hannah McGregor dig into the canon of romantic films, from Tit ...
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After discussing every single Baby-Sitters Club novel by Ann M. Martin, Jack Shepherd and Tanner Greenring are all grown up and immersing themselves in the wonderful world of romance!
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The Literary Ink Podcast is complete and utter tomfoolery filled with interviews from your favorite Tattoo Wizards from all over the World. Tune in as Jennifer Edge will explore their passion for their craft, the boy who lived, and all the shenanigans anyone could hope for! Subscribe to find out what the heck happens behind the scenes of the Literary Ink Convention! Why artists love Harry Potter so much, and will Jennifer ever... Get ready for a swell time!
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Actual Pride and Prejudice (feat. Vanessa Zoltan)
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The boys are joined by the great Vanessa Zoltan to discuss one of the most important Pride and Prejudice adaptations, "Actual Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen. She did this one as a book, which is longer than a movie, but still has some funny bits in it as well as some quite strong writing. Discussion topics include: Hand Stuff; Fred Mary Will, …
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Access: Silver and Opals (Book 6, Chapter 12)
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This week, Matt and Jackson Bird explore the theme of Access in Chapter 12 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Slughorn’s exclusive club, Katie Bell’s curse, and Mundungus’s thievery! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we fight for access when we’ve been excluded? Thank you to Angela for this week’s voicemai…
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Special Patreon Bonus - Matt & Vanessa's Every Flavored Bean!
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We hope you enjoy this sneak peak into our Patreon content, where each week patrons receive a bonus discussion inspired by the chapter! In this mini ep from Chapter 10, Matt and Vanessa discuss whose memory they'd like to take a peek into. If you enjoy our work, please consider signing up on our Patreon so we can continue to make this show! Hosted …
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This week, the boys are joined by '90s Tanner and Jack Shepherd Ska Explainer to try and figure out which of the characters from "Clueless" are actually from a completely different movie starring Goop from Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop. Turns out, it's a lot of them! As if! Special thanks to Baby Bee Carys for the theme music! Subscribe to our Patreon at …
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You had so many great questions about Hannah's forthcoming book, Clever Girl and our Jurassic Park episode all about spectacle —and we answer a lot of them in part one of this Material Concerns episode! As a reminder, for just $5 USD/month you'll get part two, our extensive backlog, ad-free episodes, and oh so much more! *** Music Credits: “Shoppin…
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Should I Quit: Buying Home Goods? (with Micaela Blei)
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We're thrilled today to be joined by story-telling coach Micaela Blei – the co-teacher of our upcoming memoir writing class. Micaela enjoys making her home beautiful. She's good at scouring thrift stores and finding just the right touch to bring everything together. She's also a little bit ashamed of how much time and attention she puts into buying…
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Despair: Hermione’s Helping Hand (Book 6, Chapter 11)
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This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Normalcy in Chapter 11 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Hagrid’s grief, Ron’s tryout, and Slughorn’s continued pursuit of Harry! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how does despair manifest? Thank you to Alison for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Ch…
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Ambition: The House of Gaunt (Book 6, Chapter 10)
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This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Ambition in Chapter 10 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss the Half Blood Prince’s gender, Snape’s ambition, and Merope’s blossoming romance! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do our ambitions shift over time? Thank you to Natalie for this week’s voicemail! Next…
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Welcome to the Sir James Martin Fancast, where we're sharing our favorite James Jams from "Love & Friendship," the 2016 adaptation of Jane Austen's epistolary novel "Lady Susan." Also, we're trying to get into the desperately exclusive east coast chapter of the Jane Austen Appreciation Society, so if you know anyone on the inside, please put in a g…
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For this week’s bi-weekly scene study, Vanessa and Hannah examine the last scene of Kate & Leopold. They discuss what it would mean to time travel to the past for love and what they would bring with them to 1876. --- If we give you butterflies, consider supporting us on Patreon! On Patreon have more great romance content including a bonus close sce…
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In this episode, Hannah and Marcelle discuss what made Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park (1993) the ultimate CGI summer blockbuster, the history of American spectacle, and the monstrosity of the movie's out-of-control lady dinosaurs! Hannah leads this episode and if you're left wanting more, we have great news: their forthcoming book, Clever Girl: J…
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Should I Quit: Trying to Date Without the Apps?
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Megan has always hated the dating apps. She's tried them – they're awful! Recently, however, she's been wondering if she should suck it up and give them another try. Is online dating truly the best way to find a romantic partner? Or should she continue waiting and hoping to meet someone 'organically' in the world? This week on Should I Quit? Vaness…
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Empowerment: The Half Blood Prince (Book 6, Chapter 9)
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This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Empowerment in Chapter 9 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss McGonnagall’s excellent leadership, Harry’s snappy come-backs, and how to be a good quidditch captain! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do you redistribute power in broken systems? Thank you to our …
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Vanessa Zoltan and Hannah McGregor meet traveling through time to record this week’s episode of Hot and Bothered, all about Kate & Leopold. It's our final Meg Ryan movie! This week we explore what it meant for Meg Ryan to be a rom-com star at 40 years old and the American fantasy of British history. We finish the episode with an interview with the …
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Chance: Snape Victorious (Book 6, Chapter 8)
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This week, Vanessa and special guest Micaela Blei explore the theme of Ambition in Chapter 8 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss the role of jokes during wartime, Tonks’ protection, and Snape’s escort! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do chance and effort interact in our lives? Thank you to Ned for this week’…
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Material Concerns: Why Is the Team So Hot & Other Important Questions
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We continue our summer slowdown with a new Material Concerns episode once again featuring answers to YOUR questions. Marcelle is in Ontario for a family TRIP (not a vacation because kids are present!!) and Hannah is recovering from travels east! In this episode, they answer your hard hitting questions like "why is your team so hot!!!!?" Part two of…
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Ending Of: French Kiss (with Casper ter Kuile)
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For this week’s bi-weekly scene study, Vanessa and Casper take a close look at the last two scenes of French Kiss. They discuss Kate's financial sacrifice for Luc and what it means that she's willing to up and move to France. --- If we give you butterflies, consider supporting us on Patreon! On Patreon have more great romance content including a bo…
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Hope Rehak has been trying to treat her acne for the last 20 years. She's bought all kinds of things to 'help' – pills, shots, serums, and creams – but nothing has really worked long term. Is it finally time to just accept her skin for what it is? This week on Should I Quit? Vanessa and Hope discuss the struggles and limits of body positivity. If y…
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Every once in a while we like to take a step back from our current chapter, and appreciate some overarching themes and important characters from the series. This week, Matt and special guest Jolie Doggett are celebrating everyone's favorite bff, Ron Weasley! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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French Kiss (with Casper ter Kuile)
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Vanessa Zoltan meets Casper ter Kuile on a beach in Cannes to record this week’s episode, all about the 1995 movie French Kiss directed by Lawrence Kasdan. This week we discuss the 'criminal with a heart of gold' trope and the power of kissing. We finish the episode with an interview with anxiety coach Dave Carbonell, all about aerophobia (a fear o…
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Wouldn't you know it –"Sanditon" episodes 3 and 4 are even hotter and hornier than the first two episodes?! Maybe it's because Jane's been drinking too much cider. Or maybe it's because Tanner's been drinking too much beer. Either way, the boys are going to need an ice-cold showerbath after this one. Special thanks to Baby Bee Carys for the theme m…
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Adversity: The Slug Club (Book 6, Chapter 7)
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This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Adversity in Chapter 7 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Luna’s friendships, Ginny’s bat-bogey hex, and the titular Slug Club! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how does adversity shape our perspective? Thank you to Kate for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're …
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