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Join myself and our talented readers as we transport you into the fantastical wizarding world of Harry Potter! Oh, and I know how some of y'all feel about J.K. Rowling, so I'll say this; #TransRightsMatter If you would like to support the Family With Benefits Team, you can become a Patron on Patreon at www.patreon.com/familywithbenefits

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    • Jan 1, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 27m AVG DURATION
    • 33 EPISODES

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    The HogsRead podcast is a delightful and captivating podcast that brings the beloved Harry Potter series to life through the voices of young readers and a talented narrator. It is truly a wonderful experience for fans of all ages to dive back into the magical world of Hogwarts and follow along with each chapter in this unique format.

    One of the best aspects of The HogsRead podcast is how it involves aspiring voice actors, giving them an opportunity to showcase their talent and potentially launch their careers. It is inspiring to hear such young voices bring these iconic characters to life with enthusiasm and passion. Additionally, the narrator does a fantastic job of setting the tone and providing a cohesive listening experience. The sound effects added throughout further enhance the immersion, making it feel as though you are right there in the wizarding world.

    Furthermore, the frequency at which chapters are released, twice a month, allows for eager listeners to continue following the story without having to wait too long between episodes. The pacing of each episode is well-maintained, keeping listeners engaged from start to finish. This podcast truly captures the essence of what makes Harry Potter so special and creates an entertaining experience for both new readers experiencing it for the first time and long-time fans seeking to revisit their favorite moments.

    However, one potential downside of The HogsRead podcast is that it may not appeal as much to those who are unfamiliar with or disinterested in the Harry Potter series. While fans will undoubtedly appreciate every minute of this podcast, those who have not read or watched Harry Potter may struggle to fully engage with the content. Additionally, some listeners may prefer a more professional narration style rather than one featuring younger voices. However, these issues are minor compared to the overall enjoyment that can be found in this unique podcast.

    In conclusion, The HogsRead podcast is an absolute gem for any fan of Harry Potter. It offers a fresh perspective on the series by involving young readers and provides a delightful listening experience. The combination of talented voices, engaging narration, and immersive sound effects make this podcast a must-listen for any fan eager to revisit the magical world of Harry Potter. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the series, The HogsRead podcast is sure to capture your heart and transport you back to Hogwarts.



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    Latest episodes from HogsRead

    The Chamber of Secrets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 31:37


    We're back! And we're going into the Chamber of Secrets! Thank you all so much for sticking with us through this long layoff. HogsRead is back and will continue through the rest of the book and will then set up for what some consider the best book of the series; The Prisoner of Azkaban!

    Aragog

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 28:06


    Just a chapter with a hapless know-it-all and a couple of children and their friendly pet acromantulas in the Forbidden Forest.Join us on Facebook by searching HogsRead and lend your voice to the upcoming Everworld readthrough titled The Old World.

    Cornelius Fudge

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2023 21:56


    HogsRead returns to finish off the last batch of Chapters from The Chamber of Secrets.In this chapter Hermione gets scared stiff and Harry loses a diary. Kids, am I right?If you want to join the community, please search for us on Facebook using the word HogsRead. Cheers.

    The Very Secret Diary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 31:07


    Harry steals a journal and meets a head boy from Hogwarts past! Also, the creepiest song is sung in the entire history of Harry Potter. Huzzah!We're back to try and finish off The Chamber of Secrets. Thanks for sticking around!

    The Polyjuice Potion

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2022 30:38


    Be comfortable with who you are, everyone. You don't need any tricks or potions to do detective work. It's almost as if these young folks forget that they have an invisibility cloak.Thanks for joining us for another chapter as we push towards the end of the Chamber of Secrets.We love you all. And calling all people interested in voice work! We are currently looking for folks to join us for new roles in The Prisoner of Azkaban! Inquire in the HogsRead Facebook group, just search for HogsRead.

    The Dueling Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 34:00


    Some of these youngsters are about to duel! No worries, though, it's being taught by Lockhart. So...only the best! In this chapter, the Heir of Slytherin does more damage to the mudbloods! And even...a GHOST!Thank you for choosing to join us for our 28th episode of HogsRead and the 11th Chapter of the Chamber of Secrets. If you're interested in voicing some characters, please reach out to me on the social medias! You'll find it easier to reach me through the HogsRead group on Facebook. All are welcome!

    The Rogue Bludger

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2022 29:25


    Nothing like having a tube sock for an arm while also attempting a beautiful potion heist and talking to a talking wind sock that's trying to "save" you. That's what Harry has to deal with just in this chapter alone!Thanks for checking back in with us as we get through the back 9 of the Chamber of Secrets. Follow along with us, find us on HogsRead and voice one of the characters yourself! We are quickly approaching the Prisoner of Azkaban!

    The Writing on the Wall

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 30:00


    I would normally put up a silly summary of this particular episode but I just really want to thank Jhae from the Hard Parking Podcast for lending his voice to Professor Binns. Also, with the same amount of gusto and love, I really want to thank all of YOU for listening and collaborating and love this just as much as I do.Stick around for the rest of The Chamber of Secrets because The Prisoner of Azkaban begins in 2023!

    The Deathday Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022 26:50


    This chapter was completely omitted from the movie. Why? Because it wasn't an important plot mover. Do you agree? I sure as hell don't. Listen in as we continue on our journey through the Chamber of Secrets.

    Mudbloods & Murmurs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 26:11


    Harry Potter has a stalker and a fan club. 5 Galleons per picture might be best, just don't tell Ron that. He's going to spend this chapter mostly throwing up and complaining.Thanks for joining us for this chapter of The Chamber of Secrets. Nearly half way there and moving along. Join us on Facebook by searching for Reading With Benefits and becoming a voice actor!

    Gilderoy Lockhart

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2022 26:13


    The Smartest Man in the room can be a dangerous thing. Gilderoy Lockhart might be the most dangerous.Thanks for coming back to HogsRead!

    The Whomping Willow

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2022 30:35


    Harry and Ron face their greatest foe so far...a tree. But at least there's a flying car!Stick around after the ending for a quick little tidbit for the Mature Audience. Love you all! Thank you for making this so enjoyable and thank you to my cast!

    At Flourish & Blotts

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2022 32:47


    The hero of the series finally joins us as Mr. Lucius Malfoy soaks up the scenery like a beautiful sponge.Join us over on Facebook by searching HogsRead. We are actively searching for new voices for various roles!

    The Burrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 25:38


    Harry and the mischievous Weasleys fly an illegal car back to their hovel of a home to make sure the young Potter boy can degnome their garden and listen to odd witch radio things while Mrs. Weasley, the Warden, berates them.Thanks for joining us once again, y'all! We continue trucking along in the next episode where we will meet the effervescent Gilderoy Lockhart!

    Dobby's Warning

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2021 18:20


    Harry gets bullied by a powerful, and sinister, house elf. Then The Boy Who Survived gets locked away and dreams of zoos. Welcome back to HogsRead!I really appreciate all of you and am so excited that you've continued on this journey with us.

    The Worst Birthday

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 16:07


    Stepping back into our robes, we catch up with Harry during a lovely family dinner. This boy just loves being the center of attention.If things sound a little different, I had a technical issue that has caused me to expand which programs are being used to edit, mix, render and export files. Thank you for sticking with us this far and these should be coming at you, once again, every two weeks.Join the community on Facebook by searching HogsRead. Can't wait for you to join us!

    The Man With Two Faces

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2021 31:10


    We did it, everyone. That's a wrap on The Sorcerers Stone! And unfortunately, a backwards face man killed a young boy, Slytherin won the house cup AGAIN and Hagrid cries a lot.Thank you all for coming on this journey with us. Seriously. The amount of gratitude that I have in my heart...there are no words! We will not be putting out another episode of HogsRead this September but a blooper reel/episode will drop on the Family With Benefits side of our realm. The Chamber of Secrets, chapter 1, will be brought out to you October 2nd.

    Through The Trapdoor

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2021 38:14


    Ron gets beat up by giant stone people and Hermione walks through fire. And Harry? Oh, Harry is readier than ever!Guys, we're almost done with The Sorcerers Stone! What. A. Ride! Thank you so much for joining us through this epic journey. I forget how fun this first book in the series is.Join the community of HogsRead on Facebook by searching HogsRead. If you would like to voice a character in the upcoming second book, The Chamber of Secrets, please hit me up on the social medias!

    The Forbidden Forest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2021 30:40


    "To slay a unicorn is a monstrous thing..." Nothing witty to say here. This is an incredible chapter. Huge shoutout to my voice artists for really bringing it and an incredible amount of love to friend of the show Barry Duffield, who played Firenze in this chapter.If you would like to join the community, just find us at HogsRead on Facebook. We'll see you there. We will soon be starting a tournament of Best Character of The Sorcerers Stone. Join us!

    Norbert The Norwegian Ridgeback

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2021 19:42


    Hagrid inherits a dragon and takes the Iron Throne. Winter. Is. Coming.Wait, wrong fictional series. I'll try better next chapter, everyone!Join the community of HogsRead on Facebook and rate/review/subscribe to the podcast to get all of the latest chapters. Also, merch! (Cozies, keychains, t-shirts, totes!)

    Nicolas Flamel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2021 18:05


    Snape and Quirrell join forces to take down Harry Potter after Harry compliments Quirrell and overtakes Snapes' Slytherin House.If you like what we're doing here, please give a rate, a review and please hit that subscribe button. We appreciate you all so very much!

    The Mirror of Erised

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2021 34:29


    Hermione takes most of this chapter off to go to the dentist so Harry and the Weasleys can unwrap all of their turnips. Merry Christmas, everyone!Also, there's a mirror!If you're enjoying this journey, please rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast and join the Facebook community by searching HogsRead.

    Quidditch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2021 20:29


    Harry tries his hand at Quidditch but he not only fails Gryffindor, he fails himself. Poor Harry. At least Snape is around to berate him about books!Rate. Review. Subscribe. Find us on Facebook by searching HogsRead. Enjoy yourselves! We'll be back with The Mirror of Erised shortly!

    Halloween

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2021 23:38


    Harry and Ron leave Hermione to perish in the girls bathroom after they decide a mountain troll isn't worth the trouble. It's a sad chapter for the Hogwarts kids.If you're enjoying what we're doing here, please rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. If you REALLY enjoy this, you can find this group on Facebook by searching for HogsRead.

    The Midnight Duel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2021 29:17


    Harry, Ron, and Hermione learn how to properly sweep with their broomsticks but it's all for not as they get killed in the third act! Or worse!....Expelled!Shoot on over to HogsRead on Facebook and join in on the fun! Rate. Review. Subscribe. Let's go!

    The Potions Master

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2021 19:31


    Harry and Draco successfully fall in love with Professor Snape and they become genius potions masters apprentices.

    The Sorting Hat

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2021 29:23


    This chapter, young Harry Potter becomes a Slytherin and he, along with his best friend Draco Malfoy, wreak havoc on the mudbloods of Hogwarts.As with every chapter, here is where I tell you where our wonderful voice actors enter the stage. Lorene Kelman, as Professor McGonagall, enters at 0:43. Eric Wolfe, as Harry Potter, enters at 3:20. Eli Ayotte, as Ron Weasley, enters at 3:24. Blade Sklepowicz, as Nearly Headless Nick, enters at 4:51. Dave Ayotte, as The Sorting Hat, enters at 7:45. Nathan Tessier, as Percy Weasley, enters at 16:21. Mike Tessier, as Albus Dumbledore, enters at 16:57. And to all of the very wonderful voice talents, I thank you all so much; Mike Warner (The Fat Friar/Hagrid), Peter Ducharme (Peeves The Poltergeist), Alycia Tessier (The Fat Lady), Jay Tessier (Professor Snape), Kalani Smith (Draco Malfoy), Kyle Garneau (Neville Longbottom), Matt Corcoran (Seamus Finnigan), Kayla Gill (Hermione Granger), Tim Gagne (Fred Weasley), Leslie Gervais (George Weasley), Jessica Field (Student #1)., Michael Tessier (Student #2), and Alycia Selley (Student #3).Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast as we continue our journey through the tale of Harry Potter. Up next? The Potions Master.

    The Journey From Platform 9 and 3 Quarters

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2021 39:00


    This is the chapter where Harry misses the train and has to spent the school year doing the Dursleys laundry. Strap in!As for every chapter, let me get you where these wonderful voice actors enter the scenes! Eric Wolfe, playing Harry Potter, enters at 1:43. Cody Fernald, playing Uncle Vernon, enters at 2:07. Migdalia Smith, playing Mrs. Weasley, enters at 5:43. Timothy Gage, playing Fred Weasley, enters at 6:49. Kyle Garneau, playing Neville Longbottom, enters at 9:38. Leslie Gervais, playing George Weasley, enters at 10:22. Eli Ayotte, playing Ron Weasley, enters at 11:44. Kayla Gill, playing Hermione Granger, enters at 26:43, Kalani Smith, playing Draco Malfoy, enters at 31:40, and last but never least Mike Warner, playing Hagrid, enters at 36:27. Also introducing the fantastic voice cameos from Jillian Taylor (Ginny Weasley), Jessica Field (Gran Longbottom), Shane Letendre (Excited Boy), and Alycia Selley (Trolley Cart Woman). Also, I actually played a part in this; let's play a game, which character did I lend a voice to? Can you guess?To all that have come on this journey with us, we love you all. Truly. Please, if you enjoy this, and the wonderful world of Harry Potter, subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. It helps tremendously.And if YOU are interested in lending your voice talents, go over to Facebook and search for HogsRead. Join the group and drop a post. Let us know your house and your patronus charm!Until next time!

    Diagon Alley

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2021 47:28


    Time to get moving...diagonally. Get it? I digress. We meet a lot of characters in this chapter and we turn the voice talent up a notch! Now let's recite the Goblin creed and figure out what is in vault 713.A familiar voice from The Boy Who Lived is back to narrate this chapter and I truly hope you enjoy that, so thank you to Lorene Kelman, our very own Professor McGonagall!, for doing this, as I take some much needed time off. Be not afraid, I return for The Journey From Platform 9 and 3 Quarters, the next chapter.Harry Potter, voiced by Eric Wolfe, enters at 0:30. Hagrid, voiced by Mike Warner, enters at 1:53. Draco Malfoy, voiced by Kalani Smith, enters at 28:18. Mr. Ollivander, voiced by Mark Beall, enters at 38:01. Would really love to express my gratitude to all of the many other folks that chose to lend their voices to this chapter, some old, some new, and I tip my cap to all of you. So, big thank you to; Jessica Field (Doris Crockford), Michael Tessier (Professor Quirrell), Cody Fernald (Gringotts Clerk), Leslie Gervais (Griphook), Timothy Gagne (Tom The Bartender), Matthew Corcoran and David Ayotte (Bar Patrons), Elisabeth Chomka (Madam Malkin), Alycia Selley (Aggravated Customer), and Kyle Garneau (Dedalus Diggle).Thank you all so much for making this so damn enjoyable. A quarter of the way through The Sorcerers Stone! If you're interested in vocal work, just find HogsRead on Facebook and let me know! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss a chapter and rate and review the podcast so we can reach a larger audience! Let's get into the top 100, we're close!

    The Keeper of the Keys

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2021 23:33


    Hagrid says the line, guys! You know the line! But will Uncle Vernon allow Harry to leave for Hogwarts?Uncle Vernon, played by Cody Fernald, enters at 0:49. Rubeus Hagrid, played by Mike Warner, enters at 1:39. Harry Potter, played by Eric Wolfe, enters at 3:21. Various other voices are provided by Migdalia Smith, as Aunt Petunia and Leslie Gervais as Dudley Dursley. Lorene Kelman and Michael Tessier, as both Professor McGonagall and the voice of the Letter, respectively, are also heard in this chapter. Thank you all, once again, for taking the time to provide your talents for this endeavor.If you enjoy what we're doing here, please rate, review, and subscribe so you can keep up to date with us. You can also join up on the Patreon so we can keep getting better. www.patreon.com/familywithbenefits

    The Letters From No One

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2021 22:40


    Uncle Vernon is losing his mind! Or is he? Just let the boy have his letter, sir!Again, I want to thank the talented voice actors that helped me create this for your listening pleasure. Dudley Dursley, played by Leslie Gervais, enters at 1:41. Harry Potter, played by Eric Wolfe, enters at 1:48. Aunt Petunia, played by Migadlia Smith, enters at 3:24. Uncle Vernon, played by Cody Fernald, enters at 4:10. Other various voices are played by Rachel Gervais and Michael Tessier. You're all my heroes.If you like this, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or any app/listening platform where it is possible. It helps! And if you would like to help our Family With Benefits Productions family grow and do bigger and better things, please become a Patron on our Patreon. No pressure, times are tough. We love you all the same!

    The Vanishing Glass

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021 20:27


    Did Harry just talk to a snake?!As we continue our read-through, please do not hesitate to message myself or join the Welcome to HogsRead group on Facebook and ask about reading some lines for upcoming chapters!Thanks again to all of you!Migdalia Smith, as Aunt Petunia, enters at 1:39. Eric Wolfe, as Harry Potter, enters at 2:12. Cody Fernald, as Uncle Vernon, enters at 4:27. Leslie Gervais, as Dudley Dursley, enters at 5:19. Also featuring the voice talents of Dave Ayotte (as Piers Polkiss), Michael Tessier (as the Zoo Attendant), and Jay Tessier (as the voice of the Snake). Read by myself, I'm Sean Tessier.I appreciate each and every one of you all! Up next is The Letters From No One.So, tuck on in and test your luck with an Every Flavor Bean! Grab your time turner and go back to Chapter 1, The Boy Who Lived, if you missed it! Go. Subscribe. Keep up to date on all things HogsRead with our Facebook group!

    The Boy Who Lived

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 28:38


    A baby boy is dropped off at the house of his aunt and uncles. Unknown to them, he is a hero in the wizarding world.Mr. Dursley enters at 2:40; played by Cody Fernald. Mrs. Dursley enters at 10:09, played by Cortney Lubash. Albus Dumbledore enters at 13:50, played by Mike Tessier. Professor McGonagall enters at 15:01, played by Lorene Kelman. Hagrid enters at 24:09, played by Mike Warner. Also featuring the talents of Alycia Tessier, Sean Tessier, and Dave Ayotte (as the 3 Passersby), Michael Tessier (as the Anchor Man), and Jay Tessier (as the Weather Man). Read by myself, I'm Sean Tessier.Much appreciation to my wonderful cast of players! Up next will be The Vanishing Glass.Don't forget to subscribe so you can follow along with us through the incredible Harry Potter book series. Settle into those homemade sweaters made by Mrs. Weasley and enjoy a butterbeer, everyone.

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