Best Harry Potter And The First Time Readers Podcasts (2025)

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Sorting Characters With Avatar The Last Podcasters 1:54:42

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*SPOILER WARNING: EPISODE HAS POTTER SERIES SPOILERS: In our last "in-between" episode before we begin our coverage of Prisoner of Azkaban I am joined by the hosts of Avatar the Last Podcasters and we sort different Avatar characters into Hogwarts houses and ascribe different bending elements to Harry Potter characters! Avatar the Last Podcasters: …

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Battles with Basilisks (COS fanfic) with Emily 1:19:56

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Emily and I wrap up our coverage of Chamber of Secrets with a discussion covering what may be one of the best Harry Potter fanfics of all time, all about our golden boy, Gilderoy Lockhart, and what may the book have been like if he was actually the wizard that he claimed to be. We also have a mailbag and some potter news talk! Battles with Basilisk…

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Impossible Chamber of Secrets Jeopardy with Jessie and Tori 1:12:00

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Join Potter pros Jessie and Tori as they compete in an epic game of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Jeopardy! Will Jessie retain her title? Will Tori take out a reigning champ? Find out this week on Retold! Also, feel free to use this jeopardy board for yourself with the link here. https://jeopardylabs.com/play/impossible-chamber-of-secrets…

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The Fellowship is TOTALLY different in the book... 13:27

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In The Lord of the Rings film adaptation, the fellowship is very unbalanced. It’s essentially Aragorn doing all the work, and Sam is the real hero, but I have to say, as I am reading through Lord of the Rings for the first time, I am astounded at the beauty of the fellowship and how they rely on each other. It is VASTLY different from the book comp…

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We need to talk about Saruman 17:10

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We need to have a long talk about Saruman. That’s it. That’s the whole intro. Because I don’t even know where to go with this because he is so vastly different in the book and the details that you get for what he is wearing and what his mentality is in the tale that Gandalf told of his imprisonment at Orthanc is so strange. I just flat out don’t kn…

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Elrond is Lying in the Movies 10:38

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In the Fellowship of the Ring, when Elrond says, “you’ve been summoned here to answer…” He’s lying. And it’s actually the coolest part of the whole Council of Elrond section in the book.By Jonathan Minnema

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Revisiting the Lonliness of Bilbo Baggins 10:40

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I want to revisit the very first essay I published on the very first chapter of Lord of the Rings the Fellowship of the Ring. In that essay I talked about the Loneliness of Bilbo Baggins and how I thought there were a lot of underwritten things as well as overt things that showed that Bilbo didn’t really seem to have too many good friends. And that…

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Why Boromir is my Favorite Member of the Fellowship 16:24

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There are no shortage of essays discussing the legend of Boromir in the books and the movies. He seems to be having some kind of resurgence in the last few years because enough time has passed from the films, which is what most people know LOTR from, that people are re-evaluating and looking at Boromir as a sympathetic character. But boy do they no…

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Best of Book 2 with Emily and Jonathan 2:00:53

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Join me, Emily, and Jonathan as we discuss the new Harry Potter tv show, crown a Quizzitch Champion, and our favorite things about the Chamber of Secrets! Email the show at [email protected] follow the show on Instagram @theretoldpodcast 0:00 Intro 3:15 Theme Song 4:08 Opening and New Series Talk 13:20 Quizzitch Finale 32:10 Top 5 Favorite…

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COS 17&18 with Amanda and Kevin (The Fox and The Foxhound) 2:01:03

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Join me, Kevin, and Amanda, from The Fox and The Foxhound Podcast as we discuss all things southern, aura farming, and perhaps my favorite Harry theory yet in chapters 17 and 18 of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets! Feel free to message me at [email protected] or on instagram @theretoldpodcast The Fox and The Foxhound Podcast on Spot…

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COS 15&16 with Cory (Weasy the Red) 2:11:20

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Join me and Cory (AKA Weasey_the_red) as we discuss Henry Cavill, dogs, and her love for the Weasleys in chapters 15 & 16 of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Feel free to message me at [email protected] or on instagram @theretoldpodcast Cory's Instagram: Weasey_the_red 0:00 Intro 3:30 Theme song 4:15 Introduction to Cory 17:30 Quizz…

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The Two Towers: Bk 4 - Ch 1-3 1:42:38

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Jon, Jenn, Danny, and Lizzy talk about how even though there isn't a lot that happens in the first three chapters, there is just so much character development. And they talk about what the Two Towers really are?By Jenn, Jon, Lizzy, Danny

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Sauron Wanted to Unite with the Dwarves... 7:26

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This blew my mind.By Jonathan Minnema

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COS Chapter 13&14 with Shay and Tori from "Potter Revisited" 2:25:11

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Join Me, Shay, and Tori (The hosts of Potter Revisited) as we discuss Valentine's Day, Canadian lore, J.R.R. Tolkien and so much more in chapters 13 & 14 of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Feel free to message me at [email protected] or on instagram @theretoldpodcast Potter Revisited on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MFM4…

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The most beautiful line that JRR Tolkien ever wrote 12:15

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My grandmother died when I was 9. She was the kindest, most gentle and amazing woman I have ever known. When she laughed she had a kind of hiss to her laugh, not really a menacing one like a snake or anything, almost like a little rattle. This chapter of LOTR reminded me of her.By Jonathan Minnema

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This one line changed how I read Fellowship of the Ring 9:16

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I could talk for hours about why JRR Tolkien is one of the best writers who has ever lived and written in the English language.By Jonathan Minnema

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Frodo is Much Tougher in the Book 10:14

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Everything after Weathertop is SO DIFFERENT! I cannot believe how much changed from the book to the movie and this is going to just be a long rant on it and then I want to talk all about Frodo at the end and his courage which the movies don’t show.By Jonathan Minnema

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Tolkien is a MASTER of Foreshadowing 9:27

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So I am reading the Lord of the Rings for the first time and I just finished the chapter where Frodo gets stabbed at Weathertop. And I have to say…everyone should have seen it coming in this chapter. The foreshadowing is right there…as well as for a few other things in this book too that I want to talk about.…

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COS Chapters 11&12 with Andy from Streaming Things 2:06:35

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Join Andy and I as we discuss Streaming Things, Andy's love for polyjuice potion, and the importance of humor in life in chapters 11&12 of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Streaming Things Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4EmbjI3bw3JZQOh46grJR0?si=8efc2de359c545af Feel free to message me at [email protected] or on instagram @…

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Strider is such a Strange Character 12:37

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So I am reading Lord of the Rings for the first time and I am on the Fellowship of the Ring where we FIRST get introduced to Strider. And as soon as I finished that chapter I was a bit shocked and actually had to reread it. Because the whole chapter was confusing to me with how Aragorn was acting.By Jonathan Minnema

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Nicolas Cage could have been an AMAZING Aragorn 23:05

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In the Lord of the Rings community, there has always been this funny rumor that Nicholas Cage was offered the role of Aragorn, and had to refuse. And luckily we got Viggo Mortensen and the rest is History.By Jonathan Minnema

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The Four Hobbits are SO DIFFERENT in the Book 8:42

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So I just finished chapter 9 of The Fellowship of the Ring, and I’ve got to say, the Hobbits are so different from the book to the movie.By Jonathan Minnema

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The creepiest section of the Fellowship of the Ring 8:03

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I just came to the creepiest chapter maybe in the whole book so far. Fog on the Barrow Downs. And I have to say again, I’ve never had so many questions about a chapter.By Jonathan Minnema

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Who is Tom Bombadil?! 14:18

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I just have one question…who the $%!# is Tom Bombadil…Don’t even get me STARTED on Goldberry...how the river can have a DAUGHTER!?By Jonathan Minnema

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The Two Towers: Ch 9-10 1:29:18

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Jon, Lizzy, Danny, and Jenn talk over how exactly to say Flotsam, and their favorite chapters as well. These chapters were good!By Lizzy, Jon, Jenn, Danny

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Chapter 6: Why the Worst Chapter of LOTR is Actually the Best Written 7:00

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I have never hated a chapter more in any of Tolkien’s work than The Old Forest, but I have to admit, I think it’s actually his best written chapter (so far).By Jonathan Minnema

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COS Chapters 9&10 with Taylor 1:25:45

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Join Taylor and I as we discuss Epic Universe, the real world doppelganger for professor Binz, and how dobby is really just Eminem in chapters 9 and 10 of the Chamber of Secrets! Taylor's Instagram: @universallytaylor https://www.instagram.com/universallytaylor?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Feel free to message me at th…

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Chapter 5 - Merry and Pippin are Incredible in the Book 9:47

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Merry and Pippen just are intensely good friends. Especially in the Conspiracy Unmasked chapter.By Jonathan Minnema

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Chapter 4 - Farmer Maggot is INCREDIBLE 6:25

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If you’ve seen Lord of the Rings, you know this man. Farmer Maggot. The one and the only. And I am astounded that the Hobbits actually eat in the home of Farmer Maggot.By Jon

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Chapter 3 - Gildor makes me like Elves 5:10

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So, I am reading through Lord of the Rings for the first time and publishing my thoughts on the chapters as I read them. But I just finished chapter three and I have to say: Gildor makes me like elves.By Jonathan Minnema

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Chapter 2 - Gollum is Complex 13:01

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I am reading through Lord of the Rings for the first time, and I’m in chapter two. And I have to say, out of everything I have seen so far in this book, one of the things that surprised me the most was the sadness, hopeless, possessed story of Gollum.By Jonathan Minnema

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Chapter 1 - The Invisibility and Loneliness of Bilbo Baggins 13:32

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I am reading Lord of the Rings for the first time and something struck me as sad and depressing in the first chapter. It seems like it’s more subtext than it is anything else, but the invisibility and loneliness of Bilbo Baggins is terribly sad.By Jon

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COS Chapters 7&8 with Jon from First Time Readers 1:36:58

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Join me and Jon from the First Time Readers Podcast as we discuss Alicia Spinet erasure, the iconic nature of the death day party, and the hardships of squibs in chapters 7 and 8 of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Feel free to message me at [email protected] or on instagram @theretoldpodcast Jon's podcast: First Time Readers https…

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COS Chapter 5&6 with Jonathan and Jessie 2:02:44

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Join me and my friends Jonathan and Jessie as we discuss teaching at Hogwarts, my newfound love for Gilderoy Lockhart, and the restricted section gets even more restricted in chapters 5 and 6 of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:41 Theme Song 2:23 Hello to guests 7:10 Quizzitch 18:20 Retelling of Chapter 5 51:00 Favorit…

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COS Chapters 3&4 with Kristin 1:33:20

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Join me and my friend Kristin, who is a comedian and author (ooooh so fancy), as we discuss how to pick locks, the voice inflection of gnomes, and the attractiveness of Gilderoy Lockhart in chapters 3 and 4 of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Feel free to comment or message me at [email protected] or on instagram @theretoldpodcast …

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COS Chapters 1&2 with Bailey 1:20:20

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ITS TIME FOR SEASON TWO! This week, I'm joined by the most amazing guest that I will ever have on this podcast, MY WIFE, Bailey, and we discuss chapters one and two of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Join us as we talk about our epic potter proposal, the correct pronunciation of Majorca, and silly accents. If you would like to get in conta…

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The Two Towers: Ch 7-8 1:09:06

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Chapter 7 - Helm’s Deep Q1 - Who is your favorite character so far in the whole story? Q2 - Can you guys help me walk through this whole chapter? They turned and ran. At that moment some dozen Orcs that had lain motionless among the slain leaped to their feet, and came silently and swiftly behind. Two flung themselves to the ground at Eomer’s ´ hee…

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Impossible Sorcerer's Stone Jeopardy with Jon and Jessie 1:03:07

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Do you have what it takes to conquer the impossible book 1 jeopardy challenge that I made?! This week, we discuss some of our favorite SOS theories and Potter Pros Jessie and Jon face off to find out who can win in book 1 trivia. If you would like watch this episode and keep up with the game a little better check out the youtube link down below! Al…

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The Two Towers: Ch 4-6 1:51:10

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Chapter 4 - Treebeard Q1 - Do you think the God of Middle Earth is causing all these things to happen? ‘Hm, but you are hasty folk, I see,’ said Treebeard. ‘I am honoured by your confidence; but you should not be too free all at once. There are Ents and Ents, you know; or there are Ents and things that look like Ents but ain’t, as you might say. I’…

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Best Of SS with Jessie and Emily 1:50:40

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Join us this week as Jessie, Emily, and I talk about our favorite, and not so favorite, but mostly favorite things from book one! We also answer the question of who knows more about book one, ME? Or the wooooorrrrllldd!! Chapters 0:00 intro 3:25 Theme Song 4:04 Quizzitch final 19:00 Favorite Lines 51:00 Favorite Chapters 56:30 Favorite Main Charact…

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SS Chapter 17 With Emily P 1:17:00

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In this week's episode of Retold I am joined by Emily (different Emily from before ha) and we discuss Big Time Rush, Star Wars, and I receive some redemption on a particular quizzitch question as we cover chapter 17 of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone! Wanna send me your quizzitch answers, favorite lines, or anything else? Message me at theret…

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SS Chapters 15&16 with Jon from First Time Readers 1:58:58

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Join Jon and me as we discuss the infamous point system of Hogwarts, stand out moments, Lord of the Rings references, and so much more in this episode Feel free to message me at [email protected] or on instagram @theretoldpodcast Jon's podcast: First Time Readers https://open.spotify.com/show/6oQMDbZvAdwoXPd95Oxrcr?si=d87f6da64ac64941 Jon'…

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The Two Towers: Ch 1-3 1:35:43

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Chapter 1 - The Departure of Boromir He turned from the North back again to North, and saw nothing save the distant hills, unless it were that far away he could see again a great bird like an eagle high in the air, descending slowly in wide circles down towards the earth. Q1 - What, if any, symbolism is there with the Eagles? Q2 - Why does Aragorn …

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SS Chapter 13&14 With Emily 1:28:33

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Join Emily and me in this week's episode of Retold as we discuss how Jesus fits in the wizarding world, helpful youtube videos, and potter ships! Feel free to message me at [email protected] or on instagram @theretoldpodcast Emily's instagram: Heart.sicc Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:22 Theme song 2:01 Introduction to Emily 8:15 Quizzitch …

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SS Chapters 11&12 with Ryan & Austin 1:50:35

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In this week's episode of Retold, Ryan, Austin, and I eat some Bertie Botts every flavor beans and we discuss Christmas, strong tea, and how SpongeBob ripped off Harry Potter in chapters 11 and 12 of the Sorcerer's Stone Feel free to message me at [email protected] or on instagram @theretoldpodcast Ryan and Austin's info: @pressure.brother…

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SS Chapter 9&10 with Dusk Cerberus 1:26:32

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In this week's episode of Retold, Dusk Cerberus and I discuss the oddities of wizard duels, the cruelty of children, and broomstick peculiarities. All this and more await you! Feel free to message me at [email protected] or on instagram @theretoldpodcast Check out Dusk Cerberus' Content on twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/duskcerberus youtube…

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Between the Books 3:20

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https://www.youtube.com/@firsttimereadersBy Jonathan Minnema

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SS Chapters 7&8 with Katelynn 1:33:13

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In this week's episode of Retold, Katelynn and I discuss food in the UK, Voldemort JR, and I do a remix of the Hogwarts theme song. Thank you for listening! If you wanna contact me and share your thoughts or answers to Quizzitch just message me at [email protected] or on instagram @theretoldpodcast Enjoy the show! Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:57 …

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SS Chapter 6 with Jessie Part 2 49:53

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The second half of my discussion with Jessie where we cover Chapter 6! We duel some more in trivia, talk about anime, and we take the train to Hogwarts! Chapters 0:00 intro 2:22 Theme Song 3:03 Quizzitch 9:27 Retelling of Chapter 6 35:33 Favorite Lines 38:01 Transfiguration Section 39:30 Golden Snitch Section 41:39 Restricted Section 47:41 Goodbye …

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SS Chapter 5 with Jessie Part 1 59:56

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Join me and Jessie this week for part 1 of our discussion as we cover chapter 5 of Harry Potter and the sorcerer's stone. In this episode we get into some extra trivia, owl issues, and much more! Chapters 0:00 Opening 2:55 Theme song 3:41 Introduction to Jessie 10:40 Quizzitch/trivia 17:00 Chapter five retelling 50:20 favorite lines 53:30 Transfigu…