Harry Potter Book Club
Follow along as six friends journey chapter-by-chapter through the entire Harry Potter canon! Savor the story with us as we discuss the literary, philosophical, religious, and socio-cultural dimensions of J.K. Rowling’s modern classic. Each episode of this read-through focuses on a couple chapters, exploring themes, analyzing characters, chasing allusions, and simply enjoying the wizarding world that’s captured our imaginations. Pull up a chair and join the club!
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Episodes
Saturday Dec 16, 2023
Saturday Dec 16, 2023
Tag along as we explore chapter 13, The Very Secret Diary. We talk about the etymology of a new name, Voldemort's psyche, and once again we're debating whether or not Dumbledore is using legilimens on students. Listen along and feel free to email us at hpbcfanmail@gmail.com or comment on Instagram @hpbcpodcast.
Saturday Dec 02, 2023
Saturday Dec 02, 2023
Join us as we duel Malfoy, explore Snape's motivations for participating in the Dueling Club, and theorize about Neville Longbottom "basically being a squib".
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Join us as we enter the Slytherin common room to interrogate Malfoy!
Tuesday May 17, 2022
Tuesday May 17, 2022
Join us as we discuss Dumbledore's psyche, more name etymology, and of course Dobby's rogue bludger!
Friday Apr 22, 2022
Friday Apr 22, 2022
So, really....what events have to take place for a Quidditch match to actually be called off?! Join us as we think through this and other moments in this fun chapter of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
Thursday Mar 31, 2022
Thursday Mar 31, 2022
The conclusion of our discussion of chapter 10 "The Writing on the Wall."
Thursday Mar 17, 2022
Thursday Mar 17, 2022
The gang discusses Chapter 9, "The Writing on the Wall." Join us as we examine Snape's psyche, discuss Filch's love for Mrs. Norris, and think about who is the heir of Slytherin.
Saturday Mar 05, 2022
Friday Feb 11, 2022
Friday Feb 11, 2022
This one is sure to give you nightmares! Join us as we discuss the Basilisk, Gilderoy Lockhart, and dirty blood.
Thursday Jan 27, 2022
Thursday Jan 27, 2022
Mail call! A howler arrives for Ron and Harry. Harry is accused of seeking the limelight, starting a fan club, and giving out signed photographs. Meanwhile, we discuss the surprisingly complex character of Gilderoy Lockhart.