The Potter Discussion: Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts and the Wizarding World Fandom
The Potter Discussion is the ultimate Harry Potter podcast, giving you weekly discussions on the most exiting topics in Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, and beyond! In each episode, we talk about a new topic within the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts fandom, in addition to the occasional quiz or breakdown of a character. If you are a PotterHead and a Harry Potter super-fan, this podcast is for you! Sit back, subscribe, and let's dive into the unknown!
Episodes
276 episodes
Core Trait of Characters in Harry Potter! | Dumbledore, Snape, Ron, More!
In this episode, we discuss the core trait of certain characters in Harry Potter. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:23 Dumbledore – Wisdom. He had lived through a lot. Wars, duels, deaths, and so much more. The lessons ...
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Episode 276
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29:44
Designing the First Episode of the Harry Potter TV Show! | Godric's Hallow, Sirius with Lily and James, Voldemort, More!
In this episode, we design what the first episode of the Harry Potter TV show should be. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:33 We open in Godric’s Hallow. It’s important that we see the Potters as one big happy family so...
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Episode 275
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29:17
What can we expect from Dumbledore? | CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT!
In this episode, we discuss the casting annoucement of John Lithgow as Dumbledore and what we can expect. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 2:00 What did we get in the book versus the film? In the book, Dumbledore is very...
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Episode 274
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29:40
Without these things, the Wizarding World loses its magic! | Portraits, owls, quidditch, more!
In this episode, we discuss how certain things give the wizarding world its magic. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:38 Owls. Owls are closely tied to the story because they are symbols for magic. In the beginning, owls...
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Episode 273
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31:08
Characters We Should Have Known Better! | Dumbledore, Lupin, Snape, More!
In this episode, we discuss characters we should have known better. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:34 Luna. We hear something of her backstory, but we don’t have the chance to truly understand who she is and where sh...
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Episode 272
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30:07
Breakdown: Nymphadora Tonks! | Role, Strengths + Weaknesses, Defining Moment, More!
In this episode, we break down Nymphadora Tonks. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:40 What role does she play? This is a difficult question because we see her in many different settings despite her short time in the sto...
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Episode 271
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30:13
If I was Voldemort, here's how I would take over the world | Hogwarts, Ministry, Diagon Alley, More!
In this episode, we discuss how I would take over the world as Voldemort. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:59 Start with Hogwarts. Voldemort should have focused on Hogwarts more intensely early on, because most of his ...
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Episode 270
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28:50
Flip the Script: Harry is More Like James! | Popular vs. respected, Confrontational, Protective, More!
In this episode, we discuss how the story would change if Harry were more like James. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:56 Why are these episodes are important? Well, it isn’t too early to start discussing possibilities...
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Episode 269
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30:41
Most Important Side Character From Each Book! | Quirrell, Lockhart, Umbridge, More!
In this episode, we discuss the most important side characters from each book. Enjoy!Listen to episode 267, QuizMaster: Potions here!Topics/Summary:· &...
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Episode 268
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28:15
QuizMaster: Potions | Poisons, Half-Blood Prince, Spells, More!
In this episode, we test our knowledge on potions. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:55 Warm Up Round· 4:22 Question #1· 9:07 Question #2· 1...
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Episode 267
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30:22
Swapping Character Roles! | Harry, Voldemort, Draco, More!
In this episode, we discuss what the story would be like if we swapped some character's roles. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 2:07 Harry and Dumbledore. With this dynamic, it is possible that Voldemort would win. Dumbled...
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Episode 266
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31:39
2024 Wrap Up
Thanks for a fantastic year! I hope it has been a good one for you, and that there are many great things to look forward to in the coming months. We'll certainly be busy over here in the studio as the TV show releases more info. Happy holidays ...
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Episode 265
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11:59
Designing the Perfect Harry Potter Christmas! | Walking the ground, meals, snowball fights, More!
In this episode, we discuss the perfect Harry Potter Christmas. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:22 Opening presents. The rest of the day would feel off if the day didn’t begin with a mountain of magical goodies at the f...
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Episode 264
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30:56
Flip the Script: Harry Grows up with Sirius Black
In this episode, we flip the script and discuss what would happen if Harry grew up with Sirius. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:22 The story wouldn’t be as good. It sounds strange to say, but it is true. The magic of th...
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Episode 263
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28:44
Major Updates on the Harry Potter TV Show! | Peeves, Snape, Length, More!
In this episode, we discuss some major updates for the Harry Potter TV show from an interview with some of the executives. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:·
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38:31
Creating Magical Holidays! | Magical Creatures Day, Day of the Dead, Harry Potter Day, More!
In this episode, we discuss new magical holidays to add to the calendar. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:31 Magical Veteran’s Day. A ton of people fought in the Battle of Hogwarts! And that wasn’t even the first time Vo...
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Episode 261
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30:35
Who Could Have Been a Spy? | McGonagall, Hagrid, Ron, More!
In this episode, we discuss who could have been a spy in Harry Potter. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:52 Professor McGonagall. She is of the utmost moral fiber in the series. You really want to have McGonagall on your ...
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Episode 260
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28:44
Fantastic Beasts TV Show! | Dumbledore's Past, Newt's Childhood, Tina and Queenie's Relationship, More!
In this episode, we discuss what would be on a hypothetical Fantastic Beasts TV show. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:52 Dumbledore’s past. He is such a deep character, and the struggles of his childhood are a big part ...
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Episode 259
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30:34
Harry vs. Umbridge! | Room of Requirement, Ministry, Flat Plane, More!
In this episode, we discuss who would win between Harry and Umbridge. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:38 Why them? I made this choice because Harry and Umbridge have been at each other’s throats forever. It isn’t very h...
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Episode 258
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29:47
Scariest Characters in Harry Potter! | Xenophilius Lovegood, Bellatrix, Tom Riddle, More!
In this episode, we discuss the scariest characters in Harry Potter. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:34 Tom Riddle. He is such a terrifying character because we know what his future is. He causes mass panic and killing,...
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Episode 257
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30:05
Least Favorite Quotes! | Ollivander, Mrs. Weasley, Dudley, More!
In this episode, we discuss some of my least favorite quotes. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 2:00 “There is no good and evil, only power, and those too weak to seek it.” How Voldemort is this one, huh? I can appreciate t...
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Episode 256
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32:44
Best Superhero Moments in Harry Potter! | Hut on the Rock, Malfoy Manor, Ministry of Magic, More!
In this episode, we discuss the best superhero moments in Harry Potter. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 1:35 Harry and Hermione Rescuing Sirius. They had just executed Dumbledore’s well thought out plan perfectly. However...
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Episode 255
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32:01
How Draco Should Have Killed Dumbledore | Use Aberforth, Accept Snape's Help, Don't Outsmart, More
In this episode, we discuss how Draco should have killed Dumbledore. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:· 2:04 Don’t think about it. Dumbledore is a whole lot smarter than Draco, yet he still insists on trying to think out som...
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Episode 254
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30:58