Best J And Ben Carlin Podcasts (2025)

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Chapter 6: The Noble and Most Ancient House of Black | Order of the Phoenix 1:51:31

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Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 6 of the Order of the Phoenix and discuss, the Prophecy, cleaning the house, what Moody sees when he looks at the Boggart, the twins pocketing items in the house, bloodpacts, Kreacher, the Family Tree and the trove of artifacts. Relevant Links: The Gilded Age - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gilded_Age_(T…

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Harry Potter: What If Snape TOLD His Secret? 40:01

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This episode is sponsored by Better Help - go to http://betterhelp.com/super to get 10% off your first month. Go to http://factormeals.com/jvsb50off and use code jvsb50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. Hello and welcome everyone to the Owlery! The show where we answer real questions delivered by a real owl! Today’s …

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303 - Weak Opinions About Strong Things 1:15:11

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Ben and J discuss the Fantasy draft update, favorite fries, tip culture, ice shapes, water bottles, participation trophies, shower beer, school uniforms, and pineapple on pizza. Relevant Links: Madden NFL - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madden_NFL Owala - https://owalalife.com/ Get your own GMA stickers: https://carlinbrothersmercantile.com/product…

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Harry Potter: J vs Ben: MAX DIFFICULTY Chamber of Secrets Open Book Quiz 43:19

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Go to http://factormeals.com/jvsb50off and use code jvsb50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. J and Ben are back at it with the Quiz Masters for another MAX DIFFICULTY Open Book Quiz—this time covering Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets! 📖⚡ The twist? They can look up any answer they don’t know… but only if they …

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Chapter 5: The Order of the Phoenix | Order of the Phoenix 1:56:05

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This episode is sponsored by Mint Mobile – Get your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at https://MINTMOBILE.com/TTGD Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 5 of the Order of the Phoenix and discuss Sirius being stir-crazy, after the meeting, Mundungus being shady, the twins doing “too much” magic, everyone’s reaction to Ha…

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Harry Potter: 2 Hours of Theories to Binge 1:56:51

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Go to https://BUYRAYCON.com/supercarlin to get 20% the fan favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic! Grab your butterbeer and settle in — we’ve stitched together two full hours of our favorite Harry Potter theories! From Regulus Black secretly being the real Chosen One to Petunia’s wizarding world secrets, this is the ultimate binge watch for every Potter…

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302 - J’s One TRUE Co-Host 1:05:38

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J and BETH discuss the transition to all the kids being in school, Facebook marketplace, mahjong, wicks of the peek, their first date, prom, and marching band. Relevant Links: K-Pop Demon Hunters - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KPop_Demon_Hunters Love is Blind UK - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Love_Is_Blind:_UK Dungeon Crawler Carl - https://en.wi…

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Harry Potter: Why Weren’t Lily & James Their Own Secret Keeper? 18:36

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Go to http://betterhelp.com/super to get 10% off your first month. Today J dives deep into one of the most puzzling questions in the Harry Potter saga: Why weren’t Lily and James Potter their own Secret Keepers? If Bill Weasley could be his own Secret Keeper at Shell Cottage, why couldn’t the Potters do the …

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Chapter 4: Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place | Order of the Phoenix 1:36:36

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This episode is sponsored by Shopify - Go to http://shopify.com/GRIFFIN to sign up for your $1-per-month trial period. Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 4 of the Order of the Phoenix and discuss the house appearing, Hermione’s long hug, Harry’s turmoil of emotions, Fred and George’s entrance, extendable ears, Percy’s betrayal, and the Sirius…

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Harry Potter: Why Are The Malfoy’s SO RICH?! 15:21

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp – Go to http://betterhelp.com/super to get 10% off your first month. This episode is sponsored by Shopify – Go to http://shopify.com/scb to sign up for your $1-per-month trial period. How did the Malfoy family get their enormous wealth in the Wizarding World? From Malfoy Manor to Quidditch Top Box tickets, th…

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301 - Don’t Teach Fear 1:03:34

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Ben and J discuss draft day, the band Fun and the nature of fame, learned fear, and Mahjong. Relevant Links: Caitlin Clark - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caitlin_Clark Nate Ruess - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nate_Ruess That Thing You Do - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/That_Thing_You_Do! Matthew McConaughey - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthe…

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Harry Potter: J vs Ben: MAX DIFFICULTY Sorcerer’s Stone Open Book Quiz 44:10

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Download the Upside app and use code JVSB to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas. Today J and Ben and the Quiz Masters CRANK up the difficulty to a new level as they introduce the OPEN BOOK concept to the format - The guys can look up any answer they dont know… as long as they can do it in under 30 seconds.. Huge t…

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Chapter 3: The Advance Guard | Order of the Phoenix 1:35:02

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This episode is sponsored by MasterClass: Our listeners get an additional 15% off any annual membership at https://www.MASTERCLASS.com/Griffin Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 3 of the Order of the Phoenix and discuss Harry being depressed, the guard arriving, Tonks being Moody’s protege and possibly a descendant of Helga Hufflepuff, the tr…

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Harry Potter: We SOLVED The Thestral Problem! 16:39

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Get started with AG1 Next Gen for less than $3 a day when you subscribe! http://drinkag1.com/carlin Why couldn’t Harry see the Thestrals until Order of the Phoenix? Today we finally SOLVE this Harry Potter mystery. Fans have debated this one for YEARS: why couldn’t Harry see the Thestrals sooner? After witnessing multiple deaths before Order of the…

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300 - Would We Stop the Pop?? 1:09:23

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Ben and J discuss new dock, NOTW podcast dreams, surfing, brotherhood, the numbers, and dream roller coasters. Get your tickets for Through the Griffin Tour MIDWEST here: https://supercarlinbrothers.com/events/ Midwest Tour Dates: Indianapolis, IN - 9/16 St. Louis, MO - 9/17 (low ticket warning) Des Moines, IA - 9/19 (sold out) St. Paul, MN - 9/20 …

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Harry Potter: Harry COULD Control The Basilisk?! 17:26

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Go to http://betterhelp.com/super for 10% off your first month. Could Harry have actually controlled the Basilisk in the Chamber of Secrets? 🐍 We know Harry can talk to snakes, but does that mean he could’ve commanded the giant serpent to stop listening to Tom Riddle? Today we dive deep into Parseltongue, Ho…

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Chapter 2: A Peck of Owls | Order of the Phoenix 1:49:23

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This episode is sponsored by Mint Mobile – Get your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at https://MINTMOBILE.com/TTGD Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 2 of the Order of the Phoenix and discuss Mrs. Figg’s lack of helpfulness, apparition, the sequence of letters, Dudley’s experience with the Dementors, arguing with the…

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299 - J WON WORLDS! 1:09:24

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Ben and J discuss farmers' tans, and all the wonderful things at Pokemon Worlds. Relevant Links: Check out Through the Griffin Door Patreon to hear those Owlery Episodes - patreon.com/ThroughtheGriffinDoor Get your tickets for Through the Griffin Tour MIDWEST here: https://supercarlinbrothers.com/events/ Midwest Tour Dates: Indianapolis, IN - 9/16 …

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Harry Potter: J vs Ben: Can We Remember MORE Of Our Harry Potter Theories?? 48:36

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Go to http://factormeals.com/jvsb50off and use code jvsb50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year Snag a Carlin Brothers Coffee Subscription at https://www.carlinbrothersmercantile.com It’s time for another J vs Ben Quiz — but this time, it’s all about our own Harry Potter theories! After years of making wild predictions, …

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Chapter 1: Dudley Demented | Order of the Phoenix 1:28:59

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Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 1 of the Order of the Phoenix and discuss the muggle news, Vernon grabbing Harry, Mundungus apparating, Harry/Voldemort’s dreams, picking a fight with Dudley and the dementor attack. Relevant Links: In Defense of Dudley Dursley - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbC31aiwZ08 THROUGH THE GRIFFIN TOUR MIDWEST TI…

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Harry Potter: What If Merope Never Released Tom Riddle? 19:30

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at http://BetterHelp.com/SUPER In Half-Blood Prince, we learn that Merope Gaunt used a love potion to force Tom Riddle Sr. into a relationship — but once she released him, he abandoned her, and she eventually died giving birth to Voldemort. But what if she never released him? Wou…

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298 - Ben's SPECIALEST Guest 1:11:39

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Ben and ALYCE(!!!) discuss daily routines, Addy’s new negotiation techniques, their dogs, pageants, Alyce’s ex, star signs, and F1. Relevant Links: The Gilded Age - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gilded_Age_(TV_series) Carlos Sainz - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlos_Sainz_Jr. New’d - https://newdsalem.com/ Ben and Alyce’s Wedding - https://w…

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Pokemon: Pokémon Fossils Never Went Extinct… They Evolved 17:24

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Go to https://BUYRAYCON.com/supercarlin to get 20% off the fan favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic! Today J dives into the Wide World of Pokemon to uncover the SECRET Pokémon Fossil Theory Game Freaks has been hiding from us! For decades we’ve been told Aerodactyl, Kabutops, and Omastar disappeared millions of years ago — but the Pokédex, habitats, a…

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Dumbledore's Big Plan: Goblet of Fire Edition 55:13

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This episode is sponsored by Shopify - Go to http://shopify.com/GRIFFIN to sign up for your $1-per-month trial period. Join J and Ben as they dive into how Dumbledore’s Big Plan fits into the Goblet of Fire! THROUGH THE GRIFFIN TOUR MIDWEST TICKETS ARE ON SALE RIGHT NOW https://supercarlinbrothers.com/events/ Midwest Tour Dates: Indianapolis, IN - …

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The BIZARRE Reason Vernon Couldn’t Harm Harry | Harry Potter Theory 13:58

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp - go to http://betterhelp.com/super to get 10% off your first month. This episode is sponsored by Shopify - Go to http://shopify.com/scb to sign up for your $1-per-month trial period. In today’s episode Ben explores a potential NEW power of the “Bond of Blood” charm that we had never previously considered. Ho…

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297 - How to... Charisma? 1:23:33

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Ben and J discuss being charismatic, similarities between The Bear and Encanto, whether or not pressure is helpful or harmful, and taking your kids to the mall. Relevant Links: Stitch Fix - https://www.stitchfix.com/ The Bear - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bear_(TV_series) Encanto - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Encanto Will Poulter - https://…

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Harry Potter: J vs. Ben: EXPERT Level Goblet of Fire Quiz 45:55

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Download the FREE Upside App and use promo code JVSB to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas. your first month This episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh - Go to http://HelloFresh.com/jvsb10fm now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! J and Ben just wrapped the final chapter of their most thorough read-through …

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Chapter 37: The Beginning | Goblet of Fire 1:47:03

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This episode is sponsored by Pair Eyewear – Go to paireyewear.com and use code 'GRIFFIN' for 15% off your first pair. Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 37 (the last chapter!) of the Goblet of Fire and discuss the in-between week, visiting Hagrid, Snape’s position, Dumbledore’s speech, saying goodbye to the other schools, hexings on the train…

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Harry Potter: Voldemort’s CONFUSING Lineage Explained 16:37

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Go to http://auraframes.com and use promo code SCB for $35 off their best-selling Carver Mat frame. Today Ben dives into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to figure out how and/or if Voldemort is actually related to the Peverell family, known best for their creation of the Deathly Hallows. PLUS did we accidentally uncover the Bloody Baron’s ident…

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296 - The Universal Shoving Phenomenon 1:12:26

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Ben and J discuss Ben’s trip to the Dominican Republic, our crazy AC issues, being “barefoot people,” fancy tweezers, taking the kids to Big Lick Comic Con, Pokemon Worlds coming up, and hot dogs. Get your tickets for Through the Griffin Tour MIDWEST here: https://supercarlinbrothers.com/events/ Midwest Tour Dates: Indianapolis, IN - 9/16 St. Louis…

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Harry Potter: What If Voldemort Felt Remorse? 16:41

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Go to http://betterhelp.com/super to get 10% off your first month. Today J dives into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to talk about a character we all love, Hermione Granger. Her academic brilliance, her bravery, her books and cleverness, but there’s one part of her life that remains a complete mystery: …

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Chapter 36: The Parting of the Ways | Goblet of Fire 1:42:51

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Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 36 of the Goblet of Fire and discuss why the Dark Mark’s skull is so weird, the ramifications of blood magic, why no one stopped the Dementors, and most importantly, The Gleam Of Triumph. Relevant Links: Dumbledore Is A Phoenix - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9UmUtLyfDU THROUGH THE GRIFFIN TOUR MIDWEST TI…

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What’s The Deal With Hermione’s Parents | Harry Potter Film Theory 16:49

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Go to http://betterhelp.com/super to get 10% off your first month. Today J dives into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to talk about a character we all love, Hermione Granger. Her academic brilliance, her bravery, her books and cleverness, but there’s one part of her life that remains a complete mystery: …

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295 - The End of A Chapter 1:06:21

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In the 295th episode of the Pop, Ben and J discuss the complexities of growing older, making amends with the past, if fruitcake is actually terrible, and the strange artifacts kids steal to play with. Get your tickets for Through the Griffin Tour MIDWEST here: https://supercarlinbrothers.com/events/ Midwest Tour Dates: Indianapolis, IN - 9/16 St. L…

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Harry Potter: J vs Ben: HARDEST Quotes Quiz Ever 33:49

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Go to http://hellofresh.com/jvsb10fm and get TEN FREE MEALS with a FREE ITEM FOR LIFE. 🧠⚡ Think you know your Harry Potter quotes? This time J and Ben take on the HARDEST batch yet in our latest round of the Quick Quotes Quiz — can YOU beat us to the answer? From trolls on Halloween to Trelawney’s sass to Kreacher’s battle cry, it’s 15 mind-bending…

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Chapter 35: Veritaserum | Goblet of Fire 1:43:52

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For a limited time, you can be first in line to experience the new Next Gen at special savings. Prolon is offering Through the Griffin Door listeners 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Nutrition Program! Just visit ProlonLife.com/GRIFFIN Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 35 of the Goblet of Fire and disc…

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Fantastic Four: Expectations VS Reality 1:12:11

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Go to https://BUYRAYCON.com/supercarlin to get 20% the fan favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic! Today J and Ben dive into the Marvel Cinematic Universe to discuss Fantastic Four: First Steps! First offering our pre movie predictions: Will Doctor Doom make an appearance? Will other MCU members show up? How will they defeat Galactus? THEN we see the mo…

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294 - Streaming Arguments 1:26:11

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Ben and J discuss one of Ben’s neighbors, J back-squating, arguing in person, the Coldplay Affair, role models, career cycles, and re-fixing things. Relevant Links: Inside Out 2 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inside_Out_2 Heavyweight Podcast - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heavyweight_(podcast) The Original Coldplay Concert TikTok - https://www.ti…

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Disney: What’s the Deal With Tinker Bell 16:42

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp - go to http://betterhelp.com/super to get 10% off your first month. Today Ben dives into the unaging world of Neverland to try and figure out, “What’s the Deal With Tinkerbell?” Is she a mascot? A Sidekick? Princess? Did she ever dot the I in Disney? And why doesn’t she have a full length feature film if she…

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Chapter 34: Priori Incantatem | Goblet of Fire 1:27:44

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This episode is sponsored by Shopify - Go to http://shopify.com/GRIFFIN to sign up for your $1-per-month trial period. Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 34 of the Goblet of Fire and discuss Harry doing things on his terms, Phoenixes, a Fantastic Beasts tangent, the golden dome, the “ghosts”, and Voldemort being defeated… for now. Relevant Li…

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Harry Potter: Regulus Black was the FIRST Chosen One 19:45

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp - go to http://betterhelp.com/super to get 10% off your first month. This episode is sponsored by Shopify - Go to http://shopify.com/scb to sign up for your $1-per-month trial period. Was Harry Potter really the first Chosen One? Or was someone else chosen before him… and failed? Today J dives deep into the f…

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293 - Summer Break (Ben’s Version) [From The Vault] 1:06:17

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Ben and J discuss Ben’s lake trip, natural scents, 9 Lives, accents, roller hockey, longevity and Spearmint. Relevant Links: Mr. Frumble’s Worst Day Ever - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1930715.Mr_Frumble_s_Worst_Day_Ever_ Dr Bronner’s soap - https://www.drbronner.com/ The Truman Show - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Truman_Show Get your t…

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Harry Potter: J vs Ben: Can We Remember Our OWN Theories? 51:07

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Download the FREE Upside App and use promo code JVSB to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas. Go to http://hellofresh.com/jvsb10fm and get TEN FREE MEALS with a FREE ITEM FOR LIFE. We’ve made hundreds of Harry Potter theory videos over the years... but how well do we remember what we actually said in them? Today, it…

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Chapter 33: The Death Eaters | Goblet of Fire 1:40:37

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This episode is sponsored by Pair Eyewear – Go to paireyewear.com and use code 'GRIFFIN' for 15% off your first pair. Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 33 of the Goblet of Fire and discuss yin and yang symbolism, impersonator Nagini, Voldemort’s wand, the Dark Mark, Voldemort monologuing, each of the Death Eaters, and constant contradictions…

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Harry Potter: The Horrifying Reason Nagini Obeys Voldemort 16:35

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp - go to http://betterhelp.com/super to get 10% off your first month. What really happened to Nagini? Today, Ben dives deep into one of the darkest and most overlooked mysteries in the Wizarding World: Why did Nagini obey Voldemort so completely? From her origins as a cursed Maledictus in Fantastic Beasts to h…

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292 - J on 30A 1:05:44

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Ben and J discuss Luke going to camp, J’s anniversary vacation, travel stress and Birkenstocks. Relevant Links: F1 movie - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F1_(film) Richard Scarry - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Scarry Birkenstocks - https://www.birkenstock.com/us Get your tickets for Through the Griffin Tour MIDWEST here: https://supercarlin…

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Pixar: How ELIO Fits Into The Pixar Theory 19:43

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Get started with AG1 Next Gen for less than $3 a day when you subscribe! http://drinkag1.com/carlinElio is finally here—and with it, a ton of new Pixar Theory questions! How do aliens fit into the timeline? Why didn’t they help Earth during the WALL-E era? And did we just uncover the true origin of the Cars universe?? Join J as he breaks down every…

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The Owlery Special! 1:14:12

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Please enjoy this preview into The Owlery over on Patreon! We get a lot of interesting questions over there and love answering them so we wanted to share a few of them with you over on the main channel! Support us on Patreon to listen to MORE Owlery questions AND get your GUMPSTER FIRE pin: http://patreon.com/ThroughtheGriffinDoor THROUGH THE GRIFF…

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Harry Potter: The Pensieve’s Dark Twin REVEALED 19:51

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp - go to http://betterhelp.com/super to get 10% off your first month. Today, J dives into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to reveal the Pensieve’s Dark twin and how it operates in the exact opposite way of the Pensieve. PLUS how this shows yet another of Voldemort’s shortcomings! Show your colors AND your …

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291 - Popcorn Never Goes Bad 1:20:56

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In previous After the Final Pop Episodes, Ben and J discussed what letters of the alphabet are best, their Pringle eating competition and how to resolve conflict from your distant past. If you would like to get in on more of this ATFP action you can do so here: https://www.patreon.com/popcornculture Get your tickets for Through the Griffin Tour MID…