Harry Potter and the Sacred Text
466 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 6.3K ratingsIt’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 about life’s big questions. Because reading fiction doesn’t just help us escape the world, it helps us live in it.
Harry Potter and the Sacred Text is produced by Not Sorry Productions, a feminist organization that produces podcasts, educational content, live shows, and immersive experiences with the explicit goal of addressing the spiritual needs of its participants. Through community, rigor, and ritual, we treat traditionally secular things as if they were sacred. To learn more about what we do, visit https://notsorryworks.com/.
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Episodes
Community: Careers Advice (Book 5, Chapter 29)
March 21, 2024 16:00 - 48 minutes - 111 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt are joined by Delphene Mooney of On The Rise as they explore the theme of Community in Chapter 29 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Fred & George’s departure, Draco’s (lack of) community, and the various sub-communities of Hogwarts. Throughout the episode we consider the question: what does it mean to be a good community? Thank you to Janie for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 30, Grawp, through the theme of determin...
Special Recipe Bonus: On The Rise Fundraiser!
March 18, 2024 17:39 - 5 minutes - 13.3 MBWe're still in the middle of our March fundraiser for On The Rise, but thanks to you all, we've already reached our initial 10k goal! As a special thanks to our listeners for helping us reach this point, Matt and Vanessa have recorded this bonus conversation discussing their favorite spring recipes. We've extended our goal to 15k, visit https://notsorryworks.com/ to learn more about the fundraiser and donate to help us raise even more to support On The Rise's work. Hosted on Acast. See ac...
Kindness: Snape’s Worst Memory (Book 5, Chapter 28)
March 14, 2024 16:00 - 40 minutes - 93.3 MBThis week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Kindness in Chapter 28 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss James and Snape and Lily, oh my! Throughout the episode we consider the question: where can we attempt to employ more kindness? Thank you to Shruti for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 29, Careers Advice, through the theme of Community with Matt Potts and Delphene Mooney from On the Rise. Visit www.notsorryworks.com to learn about our a...
Special Patronus Bonus: On The Rise Fundraiser!
March 11, 2024 14:18 - 7 minutes - 17.5 MBWe're currently in the middle of our March fundraiser for On The Rise, a great organization that supports people experiencing homelessness. As a special thanks to our listeners for helping us get halfway to our fundraising goal of 10k this month, Matt and Vanessa have recorded this special bonus conversation discussing which baby animals they would assign as patronuses to Hogwarts professors. Visit https://notsorryworks.com/ to learn more about the fundraiser and donate to help us meet o...
Discernment: The Centaur and the Sneak (Book 5, Chapter 27)
March 07, 2024 17:00 - 47 minutes - 108 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Discernment in Chapter 27 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Firenze’s newfound employment at Hogwarts, Hagrid’s autonomy, and the chaotic scene in Dumbledore’s office. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we practice discernment in moments of crisis? Thank you to Sophie for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 28, Snape’s Worst Memory, through the theme of Kindness with Casper ter ...
Doubt: Seen and Unforeseen (Book 5, Chapter 26)
February 29, 2024 17:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Doubt in Chapter 26 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Ron’s game day performance, Trelawney’s firing, and Harry’s ongoing Occlumency lessons. Throughout the episode we consider the question: when is doubt a useful tool, and when does it hold us back? Thank you to Zeph for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 27, The Centaur and the Sneak, through the theme of discernment with Matt Potts. -- It’s tw...
Attention: The Beetle at Bay (Book 5, Chapter 25)
February 22, 2024 17:00 - 40 minutes - 93 MBThis week, Vanessa and special guest Hope Rehak explore the theme of Attention in Chapter 25 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Harry and Cho’s date, Umbridge’s surveillance, and Wizarding journalism. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how is attention a loving act? Thank you to Nat for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 26, Seen and Unforeseen, through the theme of Doubt with Matt Potts. Sign up for Hope’s class by visiting www.not...
Release: Occlumency (Book 5, Chapter 24)
February 15, 2024 17:00 - 38 minutes - 88.9 MBThis week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Release in Chapter 24 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Sirius’s imprisonment, Harry’s first Occlumency lesson, and Hermione’s assistance. Throughout the episode we consider the question: what does it mean to release something? Thank you to Ian for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 25, The Beetle at Bay, through the theme of Attention with Hope Rehak. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and ...
Vulnerability: Christmas on the Closed Ward (Book 5, Chapter 23)
February 08, 2024 17:00 - 42 minutes - 97 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Vulnerability in Chapter 23 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss our reintroduction to Gilderoy Lockhart, Neville’s parents, and Mr. Weasley’s experiments in muggle medicine. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how does vulnerability affect our decision-making capabilities? Thank you to Jamie for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 24, Occlumency, through the theme of Release with Casper. ...
Individuality: St. Mungo’s Hospital for Magical Maladies (Book 5, Chapter 22)
February 01, 2024 17:00 - 37 minutes - 84.9 MBThis week, Vanessa and Mauricio Bruce explore the theme of Individuality in Chapter 22 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Harry’s dream, the Weasley clan, and Dumbledore’s wall of support. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we focus in and out of our own individuality? Thank you to Jessie for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 23, Christmas on the Closed Ward, through the theme of Vulnerability with Matt. -- It’s two sickles...
Special Edition: Reading as Sacred!
January 25, 2024 17:00 - 42 minutes - 97.9 MBEvery once in a while we like to take a step back from our current chapter, and appreciate some overarching themes from the series and our approach to the podcast! This week, Matt and Vanessa are talking about treating books as sacred, some of their favorite authors, and the role reading currently plays in their lives. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can c...
Care: The Eye of the Snake (Book 5, Chapter 21)
January 18, 2024 17:00 - 46 minutes - 106 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Care in Chapter 21 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Hagrid’s return to teaching, Hermione’s attempts to aid Hagrid’s return to teaching, and ~young love~. Throughout the episode we consider the question: what are the many ways we show care to one another? Thank you to Jamie for this week’s voicemail. If you or someone you know needs crisis intervention, please reach out to the Crisis Text Line. Next week we're readi...
Heartbreak: Hagrid’s Tale (Book 5, Chapter 20)
January 11, 2024 17:00 - 39 minutes - 91.3 MBThis week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Heartbreak in Chapter 20 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Hagrid’s mother, the new Gurg, and the healing powers of dragon meat. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we carry on after a heartbreak? Thank you to Therisa for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 21, The Eye of the Snake, through the theme of Care with Matt. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollar...
Grace: The Lion and the Serpent (Book 5, Chapter 19)
January 04, 2024 17:00 - 45 minutes - 105 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Grace in Chapter 19 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Harry’s game-saving capture of the snitch, Ron’s first big match, and Hermione’s magical talent. Throughout the episode we consider the question: what are the conditions which allow us to be graceful? Thank you to Emily for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 20, Hagrid’s Tale, through the theme of heartbreak with Casper. -- It’s two sickles to...
A Christmas Poem from Matt: The Magi, by William Butler Yeats
December 25, 2023 17:00 - 1 minute - 4.43 MBEvery Christmas, we like to share a favorite poem. This year it's 'The Magi' by William Butler Yeats. We'll be back with our regularly scheduled episodes on January 5th. Happy Holidays! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Intellectual Humility: Throughout the Series
December 14, 2023 17:00 - 38 minutes - 87.9 MBThis week we're concluding our collaboration with The Greater Good Science Center, examining the theme of Intellectual Humility as Vanessa and Matt look back at key moments in the entire Harry Potter Series! They discuss the lack of overlap between Wizard and Muggle worlds, the unraveling of the Ministry, and Neville's blossoming self confidence. We're taking a quick break for the holidays, but will be back in two weeks with Book 5 Chapter 19, The Lion and the Serpent, through the theme of ...
Possibility: Dumbledore's Army (Book 5, Chapter 18)
December 07, 2023 17:00 - 50 minutes - 117 MBThis week, Vanessa and Jackson Bird explore the theme of Possibility in Chapter Eighteen of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the Room of Requirement, Dobby's newly free life, and Umbridge's stifling oversight. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we discern what kinds of change are possible in our current stage of life? Thank you to Serena for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're looking at the entire series through the theme of Intellectual Humil...
Refuge: Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four (Book 5, Chapter 17)
November 30, 2023 17:00 - 41 minutes - 94.6 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Refuge in Chapter Seventeen of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the clubs at Hogwarts, Umbridge's emerging strategies, and Harry's relationship with Hedwig. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do different places take on or lose their status as a refuge? Thank you to Audrey for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 18, Dumbledore’s Army, through the theme of possibility with Jackson Bir...
Satisfaction: The Hog's Head (Book 5, Chapter 16)
November 23, 2023 17:00 - 39 minutes - 89.5 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Satisfaction in Chapter Sixteen of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Zacharias Smith's intro to the DA, Hermione's leadership, and Harry's chance to finally speak about what happened to him last year. Throughout the episode we consider the question: are we allowing ourselves to be satisfiable? Thank you to Sunanda for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 17, Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four, throug...
Charisma: The Hogwarts High Inquisitor (Book 5, Chapter 15)
November 16, 2023 17:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Charisma in Chapter Fifteen of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Umbridge's selective appeal, Mcgonagall's confidence, and Harry's reluctance towards leading the DA. Throughout the episode we consider the question: when is charisma an authentic way of forming meaningful connection? Thank you to Shana for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 16, The Hog's Head, through the theme of Satisfaction, with Cas...
Resentment: Percy and Padfoot (Book 5, Chapter 14)
November 09, 2023 17:00 - 48 minutes - 111 MBThis week, Vanessa and Margaret H. Willison explore the theme of Resentment in Chapter Fourteen of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Harry's newfound empathy for Ron & Hermione's silence over the summer, one of Sirius's most questionable lines, and Ron's new position on the Quidditch team. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can better communication help us avoid resentment? Thank you to Dani for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 1...
Pressure: Detention With Dolores (Book 5, Chapter 13)
November 02, 2023 16:00 - 40 minutes - 93 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Pressure in Chapter Thirteen of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Fred & George's pressure points, the titular detention, and upcoming O.W.L.s. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do different forms of pressure help/hinder us? Thank you to Emily for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 14, Percy and Padfoot, through the theme of Resentment with the lovely Margaret H. Willison. -- It’...
Context: Professor Umbridge (Book 5, Chapter 12)
October 26, 2023 16:00 - 45 minutes - 105 MBThis week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Context in Chapter Twelve of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the showdown in Umbridge's classroom, McGonagall's biscuit offering, and whether the Divination classroom can be a safe space for anyone. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how does context affect us even when we're not actively considering it? Thank you to Maria for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 13, Detention with Dol...
Blame: The Sorting Hat's New Song (Book 5, Chapter 11)
October 19, 2023 17:18 - 39 minutes - 90 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Blame in Chapter Eleven of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the titular song, the wisdom of Neville's Gram, and Hagrid's flawlessness. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can we appropriately and responsibly shoulder blame? Thank you to Ava for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 12, Professor Umbridge, through the theme of Context with our dear pal Casper. -- It’s two sickles to jo...
Beauty: Luna Lovegood (Book 5, Chapter 10)
October 12, 2023 19:00 - 46 minutes - 107 MBThis week, Vanessa and special guest Jolie Doggett explore the theme of Beauty in Chapter Ten of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They, of course, discuss our new friend Luna(!), our introduction to Thestrals, and Draco's new position as prefect. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how are we redefining what beauty looks like in our own lives? Thank you to Nicki for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 11, The Sorting Hat's New Song, through the them...
Intimacy: The Woes of Mrs. Weasley (Book 5, Chapter 9)
October 05, 2023 16:00 - 41 minutes - 96.1 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Intimacy in Chapter Nine of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss meal sharing as a catalyst for closeness, Harry's unwanted intimacy with Lucius Malfoy, and the entitlement of close friends! Throughout the episode we consider the question: what are the tradeoffs, strengths, and limitations of intimate relationships? Thank you to Russell for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 10, Luna Lovegood, through t...
Tension: The Hearing (Book 5, Chapter 8)
September 28, 2023 16:00 - 39 minutes - 91.1 MBThis week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Tension in Chapter Eight of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Harry's hearing, Percy's dedication to his new role, and Dumbledore's chintz chair! Throughout the episode we consider the question: when is tension a useful tool? Thank you to Madison for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 9, The Woes of Mrs. Weasley, through the theme of Intimacy. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dol...
Visibility: The Ministry of Magic (Book 5, Chapter 7)
September 21, 2023 16:00 - 41 minutes - 95.7 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Visibility in Chapter Seven of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the Ministry's location, Molly's caretaking, and what statues say about a society's values! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how should we approach our own visibility in different situations? Thank you to Grace for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 8, The Hearing, through the theme of Tension. -- It’s two sickles to j...
Risk: The Noble and Most Ancient House of Black (Book 5, Chapter 6)
September 14, 2023 16:00 - 50 minutes - 116 MBThis week, Vanessa and Jackson Bird explore the theme of Risk in Chapter Six of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Sirius's increasing restlessness, the risk associated with a volatile magical home, and Fred and George's private experimentation. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how should we decide which risks are worth it? Thank you to Jane for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 7, The Ministry of Magic, through the theme of Visibil...
Special Edition: Celebrating Hagrid!
September 07, 2023 16:00 - 27 minutes - 62.9 MBEvery 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 we're celebrating everyone's favorite gentle giant, Rubeus Hagrid. HPST is made possible in part by ads and sponsorships! We're currently running a survey to help us better understand our audience, if you're looking for a free way to help us continue making this podcast please consider filling out the quick survey here. --...
Comparison: The Order of the Phoenix (Book 5, Chapter 5)
August 31, 2023 16:00 - 45 minutes - 104 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Comparison in Chapter Five of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the Molly's role as a caretaker for Harry, the Weasley twins' burgeoning business adventures, and Sirius's interesting approach to mentoring. Throughout the episode we consider the question: when can comparisons be useful, and when are they harmful? Thank you to Katie for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 6, The Noble and Most Ancient Ho...
Apathy: Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place (Book 5, Chapter 4)
August 24, 2023 16:00 - 51 minutes - 119 MBThis week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Apathy in Chapter Four of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the physical integrity of Number Twelve Grimmauld Place, all caps Harry, and the Weasley siblings' approach to delicate situations. Throughout the episode we consider the question: what emotions are hiding beneath our apathy? Thank you to Andee for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 5, The Order of the Phoenix, with Matt through the theme o...
Deception: The Advance Guard (Book 5, Chapter 3)
August 17, 2023 16:00 - 41 minutes - 95.6 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Deception in Chapter Three of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the Dursley's fake lawn care award, Moody's suspicions, and the Order's chosen method of transportation. Throughout the episode we consider the question: when is a little bit of deception helpful? Thank you to Emily for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 4, Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place, with Casper through the theme of Apathy. HPST is ...
Friendship: A Peck of Owls (Book 5, Chapter 2)
August 10, 2023 16:00 - 49 minutes - 114 MBThis week, Vanessa and special guest (and friend) Micaela Blei explore the theme of Friendship in Chapter Two of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Arthur's role in Harry's life, Petunia's howler, and the object permanence issues we sometimes face with our friendships. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can we better support our friends? Thank you to Martha for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 3, The Advance Guard, through the the...
Dreaming: Dudley Demented (Book 5, Chapter 1)
August 03, 2023 16:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBWelcome back for Season 5! This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Dreaming in Chapter One of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Harry's literal dream which is overheard by Dudley, Mrs. Figg's big reveal, and the Proto-Germanic roots of dreaming. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do our dreams impact our lived realities? Thank you to Erin for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 2, A Peck of Owls, with special guest Micaela ...
Special Edition: Blessing Cho Chang with Kathy Tu!
July 27, 2023 16:00 - 20 minutes - 47.3 MBWe're taking this week off between seasons, so we're re-releasing one of our favorite Women of Harry Potter episodes. This episode feature the wonderful Kathy Tu as she blesses one of our favorite characters from Book 5, Cho Chang! We'll be back next week with Book 5 Chapter 1, Dudley Demented, through the theme of Dreaming. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so w...
Intellectual Humility: The Goblet of Fire
July 13, 2023 16:00 - 33 minutes - 77.1 MBThis week we're continuing our collaboration with The Greater Good Science Center, examining the theme of Intellectual Humility as Vanessa and Matt look back at key moments from The Goblet of Fire! They discuss Dumbledore's weak points, new cultures at Hogwarts, and the help each champion received during the tournament tasks. We're taking a quick break, but will be back in two weeks to discuss Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dol...
Special Edition: Storytelling as Sacred with Micaela Blei
July 11, 2023 16:05 - 26 minutes - 61.2 MBToday, Vanessa is joined for a special bonus conversation by Micaela Blei! Micaela is a talented storyteller, story editor and educator, and also one of our faculty members for our upcoming What Matters class. Together, they discuss the art of storytelling, the sacred relationship between storyteller and audience, and some favorite moments from our last What Matters class. You can learn more about What Matters, and sign up, on our website! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...
Wrap-Up: The Goblet of Fire
July 06, 2023 16:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MBVanessa and Matt wrap up their their discussion of The Goblet of Fire with a look back on the entire book! They discuss the failures of the administration at Hogwarts, Harry's relationship with the adults around him, and Weasley family dynamics. Next week we're bringing you a special episode diving deeper into the theme of Intellectual Humility in The Goblet of Fire! -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consid...
Love: The Beginning (Book 4, Chapter 37)
June 29, 2023 16:00 - 47 minutes - 108 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Love in Chapter Thirty-Seven of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Harry's meeting with the Diggorys, his investment into the Weasley twins, and Dumbledore's instrumentalisation of Cedric's memory. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how do we respectfully pay tribute to the people we love? Thank you to Sophie for their voicemail! Next week we're doing our Book 4 Wrap-Up episode. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P....
Teamwork: The Parting of the Ways (Book 4, Chapter 36)
June 22, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes - 110 MBThis week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Teamwork in Chapter Thirty-Six of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Snape as a collaborator, Fudge's use of the Dementors, and the distinction between teamwork and allyship. Throughout the episode we consider the question: what are the components of a cohesive team? Thank you to Batul for their voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 37, The Beginning, through the theme of Love. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and ...
Wandering: Veritaserum (Book 4, Chapter 35)
June 15, 2023 16:00 - 43 minutes - 99.2 MBThis week, Vanessa is joined by the lovely Colette Potts (!!), to explore the theme of Wandering in Chapter Thirty-Five of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Voldemort's journey back to embodiment, Dumbledore's big reveal to Harry, and Barty Crouch Jr.'s meandering series of tasks. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can wandering be valuable even when our end goal is undefined? Thank you to Megan for their voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 36, The ...
Special Edition: Blessing Angelina Johnson and Luna Lovegood (with Black Nerds Create)
June 08, 2023 16:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBThe Not Sorry Team is at our summer camp this week, so we're re-leasing a few of our favorite Women of Harry Potter episodes. These episodes feature the wonderful co-founders of Black Nerd Create, Bayana Davis and Robyn Jordan. We'll be back next week with Chapter 35, Veritaserum, through the theme of Wandering, with special guest Colette Potts. -- It’s two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill ou...
Conspiracy: Priori Incantatem (Book 4, Chapter 34)
June 01, 2023 16:00 - 42 minutes - 98.3 MBThis week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Conspiracy in Chapter Thirty-Four of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss the circle of Death Eaters, Harry's refusal to obey Voldemort, and Harry's allies back at Hogwarts. Throughout the episode we consider the question: can there be a conspiracy without active conspiring? Thank you to Rebekah for their voicemail! Next time we're reading Chapter 35, Veritaserum, through the theme of Wandering, with special guest Colette Potts!...
Invisibility: The Death Eaters (Book 4, Chapter 33)
May 25, 2023 16:00 - 41 minutes - 94.1 MBThis week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Invisibility in Chapter Thirty-Three of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss the newly visible Dark Marks, Voldemort's still unnamed "faithful servant" at Hogwarts, and the masked Death Eaters. Throughout the episode we consider the question: what do we make visible with our care and attention? Thank you to Karen for their voicemail! Next time we're reading Chapter Thirty-Four, Priori Incantatem, through the theme of Conspiracy. ...
Intention: Flesh, Blood, and Bone (Book 4, Chapter 32)
May 18, 2023 16:00 - 36 minutes - 83.3 MBThis week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Intention in Chapter Thirty-Two of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Voldemort's Rube Goldberg machine, Cedric's big brother attitude, and Wormtail's new hand. Throughout the episode we consider the question: how strictly should we commit to our original intentions? Thank you to Teddy for their voicemail! Next time we're reading Chapter Thirty-Three, The Death Eaters, through the theme of Invisibility. -- It’s two sickles to...
Spite: The Third Task (Book 4, Chapter 31)
May 11, 2023 16:00 - 41 minutes - 95.2 MBThis week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Spite in Chapter Thirty-One of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Rita Skeeter's motivation, Harry's growing awareness of the full scope of Voldemort's harm, and Harry/Cedric's spiteful politeness. Throughout the episode we consider the question: when does our spite end up harming us, and when does it alert us to surrounding dangers? Thank you to JM for their voicemail! Next time we're reading Chapter Thirty-Two, Flesh, Blood, ...
Special Edition: Reimagining Summer Camp with Witch, Please!
May 09, 2023 16:00 - 16 minutes - 37.4 MBToday, Vanessa is joined for a small bonus conversation by Hannah McGregor and Marcelle Kosman! Marcelle and Hannah are the cohosts of the podcast Witch, Please and will be leading several workshops for our upcoming summer camp: Calling All Magnificent People. Together, they apply a critical lens to traditional camp structures, and explore how we hope to create a more inclusive and welcoming space at our own camp. If you haven't yet signed up for camp, you can do so on our website! Hosted o...
Special Episode: House Elves with Witch, Please!
May 04, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 161 MBFor years, we've been grappling with how to appropriately talk about house-elves in the Harry Potter series. As the books progress and we spend more and more time with Dobby, Winky, and the members of S.P.E.W., we've decided to use this week to hand the mic over to our dear friends at Witch, Please for this special deep dive. We hope you enjoy their interview with Jessica Marie Johnson (she/her), who is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Johns Hopkins University and a Fel...
Comfort: The Pensieve (Book 4, Chapter 30)
April 27, 2023 16:00 - 44 minutes - 101 MBThis week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Comfort in Chapter Thirty of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Harry's journey into the depths of Dumbledore's memories, Barty Crouch Sr.'s role in sentencing his own son, and the pensieve as a form of journaling. Throughout the episode we consider the question: when is comfort helpful, and when does it limit our ability to take appropriate action? Thank you to Dani for her voicemail! Next time we're reading Chapter Thirty-One...