Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast walks through every chapter of the Harry Potter saga one chapter at a time, touching on the characters, themes and story as we dissect J.K. Rowling's wondrous series.
The End. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing discuss some listener emails, answer the questions that have swirled around as to what is next and look at what has made Harry Potter stand the test of time. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Nineteen Years Later.In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the the Epilogue of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We share a message from a very special person and then dive into our thoughts on this last look at the lives of the beloved trinity of characters, as they enjoy the rewards of their years of struggle against Voldemort. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Flaw in the Plan.Harry awakes in the forrest and the end is nigh, the final battle for the Wizarding World is about to begin. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the thirty-sixth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss waking up, calling out the centaurs, Neville steps up, chaos, pulling together, Molly Weasley, the final showdown, needing peace and quit, thunderous applause, the Deathly Hallows and ending thoughts. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
King's Cross.Harry finds himself in a place that is totally unexpected when he wakes up from Voldemort's killing curse. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the thirty-fifth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss waking up, Dumbledore is here, Harry's blood, the wand, an old man's failings, the Hallows, Grindelwald, being worthy and choosing to return. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Forest Again.As Harry comes out of Snape's memories he has a clarity about his life and his mission that he never expected to have. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the thirty-fourth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss a strange realization, belief system, small moments, needing Neville, seeing Ginny, the Resurrection Stone and the end. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Prince's Tale.Snape has died and Voldemort has announced that Harry Potter has one hour to turn himself in or everyone dies. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the thirty-third chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss the intercom, more tragedy, Snape's memories and the implications they have on the series. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Elder Wand.In the chaos of the battle the group try to hide the body of Fred and then figure out where Voldemort is so they can finish this, once and for all. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the thirty-second chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss the repercussions of Fred's death, dealing with emotion, seeing where Voldemort is, lots of action, getting to the Shrieking Shack, call backs, Voldemort and Snape. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Battle of Hogwarts.Harry still cannot find Ron and Hermione as the time has come, the final battle is about to begin. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the thirty-first chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss much different, organizing the defense, a voice over, Harry' perspective, the Grey Lady's story, Harry knows, Ron and Hermione, a fight for the diadem, Malfoy, an explosion and death. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Sacking of Severus Snape.It is a good thing that Harry took Luna with him to the Ravenclaw tower because otherwise he'd have been captured quite quickly. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the thirtieth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss Luna to the rescue, McGonagall is the best, under Dumbledore's orders, a fight with Snape, occlumency, the Slytherins, defending the castle, old friends arrive, Percy comes to his senses and Voldemort arrives. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Lost Diadem.Harry, Ron and Hermione are still stunned to see Neville as they make their way down the corridor to Hogwarts and discuss the things that have happened while they've been away. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-ninth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss a little bit of joy, a new Neville, Aberforth's attitude, what's been going on at Hogwarts, letting people help, going to Ravenclaw tower and the Room of Requirement. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Missing Mirror.Harry, Ron and Hermione land in Hogsmeade and are immediately surrounded by Death Eaters with Dementors on the way. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-eighth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss a bad start, saving his friends, excuses, the other mirror, arguing with Aberforth, the history of the Dumbledore family, it's about sacrifice and an old friend. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Final Hiding Place.The trinity have escaped Gringotts on a dragon but getting off this ride might be harder that they thought. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-seventh chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss a few different reactions, dismounting a dragon, things go south, Voldemort's thought process, revealing the Horcruxes, Voldemort's arrogance and heading to Hogsmeade. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Gringotts.The trinity's time at Shell Cottage has been anything but restful as they have spent every waking moment with Griphook planning their heist. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-sixth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss Hermione not loving it, wands, unpleasantness, a final resting place, running into Travers, the landless, using any means necessary, everything unravels and escaping on a dragon. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Shell Cottage.It's not been the holiday that Harry had hoped for so far, he's not had a scrap of news about Voldemort's activities, his friends aren't sending him any information and it's not helping that the weather keeps turning up the heat. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-fifth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss still being unsure, grip hook wants to talk, the deal prejudice and impressions, a moment with Fleur, Lupin has good news and Bill's warning. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Wandmaker.Dobby successfully delivered everyone to Shell Cottage but was struck by Bellatrix's knife in the process and dies in Harry's arms on the beach. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-fourth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss dealing with Dobby's death, love, the funeral, understanding, talking to Griphook, knowing Voldemort, talking to Ollivander, wand lore and explaining to Ron and Hermione. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Malfoy Manor.It's not looking good for Harry, Ron and Hermione as they find themselves surrounded by snatchers. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-third chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss starting with a band, running with Fenrir Greyback, Malfoy Manor, what Voldemort is doing, the mighty have fallen, Draco's response, setting Bellatrix off, Dobby appears, Wormtail's sacrifice and making their escape. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Deathly Hallows.Because of Hermione's ingenuity the trinity is able to escape the Death Eaters at the Lovegood's and begin to process all they learned. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-second chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss Hermione is genius, different angles, good evidence in the middle, the struggle, a shift, Potterwatch, what Voldemort is up to and a mistake. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Tale of the Three Brothers.The trinity has really peaked Xenophilius' interest with the mention of the Deathly Hallows and help them understand what they are, he directs them to an unexpected source. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-first chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss a quest, reading a story, truth from a children's tale, looking for proof, which one would they choose, cloak question, something wrong and everything explodes. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Xenophilius Lovegood.Having Ron back in the group is already starting to help the moral of Harry and Hermione, even if Hermione is not willing to admit it just yet. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twentieth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss Ron's growth, the jinx, seeing Dumbledore's plan, Ron's importance, the blackthorn wand, traveling to the Lovegood's house, a chilly reception, a dangerous horn, a particular object and ending with a question. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Silver Doe.Harry and Hermione are barely talking as they move from place to place, trying to get away from the bitter cold of winter. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the nineteenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss not talking too much, the Forest of Dean, following a doe, finding the sword, saved by Ron, deeper magic, Ron's deepest fears, Hermione's furry, Ron's story and Harry gets a wand. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Life and Lies of Albus Dumbledore.Harry is still reeling from the loss of his wand and his anger at Dumbledore that will only deepen as he reads Rita Skeeter's book. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the eighteenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss the loss of a wand, Harry's furry, the boy in the picture, a salacious discussion, crumbling foundations and an unreliable source. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Bathilda's Secret.It has been a very moving visit to the cemetery of Godric's Hollow but as they leave Harry and Hermione get the feeling like they are being watched. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the seventeenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss being watched, magical graffiti, following Bathilda, all heck breaks loose, the fateful night, a shared experience and a broken wand. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Godric's Hollow.Harry and Hermione are having a very difficult time dealing with the fallout of the argument with Ron and his leaving the trinity. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the sixteenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss living without Ron, Talking to the portrait, questions about a symbol, going to Godric's Hollow, a memorial, a beautiful inscription, life after death and the symbol on a gravestone. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Goblin's Revenge.Harry is wakes up before the others and spends a few moments in the woods paying tribute to a lost warrior. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the fifteenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss a moody chapter, searching for Horcruxes, comfort, wearing the locket, burying Mad-Eye, arguing about food, overhearing news, a fake, the real news, talking to the portrait and Ron goes off. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Thief.As Harry wakes up in an unfamiliar wood, he and Hermione must race to save Ron's life and piece together what happened that brought them to this place. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the fourteenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss landing in the woods, healing Ron, no more Grimmauld Place, do not say that name, worry, the Horcrux, searching Gregorovitch's mind and talking to Ron. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Muggle-Born Registration Commission.Things are not going quite according to plan as Ron, Harry and Hermione have been forced to split up in the Ministry of Magic. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the thirteenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss going separate ways, pamphlet stuffers, in the lift, in the courtroom, the locket and escape. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Magic is Might.It has been a month since the trinity arrived at Grimmauld Place and they have been steadily working on their plan to recover the locket from Umbridge. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twelfth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss time passing, Kreacher is happy, big news, Hermione's smarts, it's time to act, another Voldemort flash, believing Harry, enacting the plan, Ministry changes, running into Yaxley and a toad. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Bribe.The last news the trinity had was from the Patronus Mr. Weasley sent and so as they wait for Kreacher to return with Mundungus, monotony begins to set in and tensions are rising at Grimmauld Place. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twelfth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss a holding pattern, Remus arrives, news from the outside, Death Eater takeover and control, Harry challenges Lupin, the fallout, Kendra and an interruption. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Kreacher's Tale.Harry wakes up at Grimmauld Place before Ron or Hermione and finds that his thoughts about the previous night's revelations aren't helpful so he goes exploring. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the tenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss Harry wakes up, searching Sirius' room, a letter from Lily, the truth, R.A.B., the story of the locket, loyalty, Hermione's emotional intelligence and Harry's gift. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
A Place to Hide.The moment the Patronus message ended, the wedding was thrown into chaos and in the midst of it Harry, Ron and Hermione work to find each other and escape the coming Death Eaters. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the ninth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss getting away, always prepared, a person of action, a Death Eater attack, the wartime trinity, personalities, back to Grimmauld Place and a burning scar. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Wedding.It's time to celebrate as Bill and Fleur are getting married at The Burrow! In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the eighth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss Harry in disguise, a big wedding, Luna knows, a rude aunt, some serious fun, Krum is back, the wedding, valuable information, conflicting information and another reminder. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Will of Albus Dumbledore.Harry's birthday starts of ominously as he's awakened by Ron from a dream were Voldemort is searching for a man named Gregorovitch. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the seventh chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss more dreams, magic is fun, Ron has a book, a birthday present, in Ginny's room, compliments, a fun party, crashing the party, the will, no sword and decompression. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Ghoul in Pyjamas.Life at The Burrow is anything but mundane as the household gets ready for the wedding and Mrs Weasley tries to pry out of Harry what mission Dumbledore left him. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the sixth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss a bit of a break, a unique response, progression, Ginny's eyes, speechless, dinner table conversation, major sacrifices, a disguise and learning about Horcruxes. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Fallen Warrior.Harry is just barely able to find Hagrid's body after the crash before he loses consciousness. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the fifth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss Hagrid is alive, settling Harry down, tying things together, mourning Hedwig, questions at The Burrow, the Ginny/Harry connection, Harry at war, Mr. Weasley returns, Ron the hero, sad news, trust in one another, trying to leave, not believing Harry and see what Voldemort is doing. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Seven Potters.With the Dursleys gone, Harry has a few moments alone in the house, allowing him some time to reminisce about his time there. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the fourth chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss memories, in the middle, magical rules, no time to catch up, an adult decision, changing into Harry, the last time, immediate loss, trying to escape, the wand saves the day and a cliffhanger. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Dursley's Departing.It just might be one of Harry's most surprising days as he sees them off his Uncle, Aunt and cousin as the Order of the Phoenix takes them into hiding. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the third chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss how it starts, Uncle Vernon's stubbornness, failed institutions, Dudley's decision, saying something nice, shaking hands with a nemesis and a last moment. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
In Memoriam.Harry's room is a mess as he tries to clean out his school trunk to figure out what he should take with him since he won't be returning to Hogwarts for his final year. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the second chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss preparing for different year, more media lies, a eulogy, parallels, filling in Dumbledore's story, a hit piece and seeing something in the shard. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Dark Lord Ascending.We've finally reached "The Deathly Hallows" and the start of this final book in the series is darker than ever before. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the first chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. We discuss a dark start, Malfoy Manor, jockeying for position, Voldemort's plan, an unhappy reunion, her pleasure and feeding Nagini. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The White Tomb.It would be the best time of the year at Hogwarts if it were not for the emotional cloud hanging over everyone after the loss of Dumbledore. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the thirtieth chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss students being picked up early, she's not that bad, Hermione's research, reaction to death, a different feeling, the funeral, a conversation with Ginny, Ron and Hermione, running into the Minister and a plan for next year. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Phoenix Lament.Harry is stunned, sitting next to Dumbledore's lifeless body when the hand of a trusted friend urges him to get up and follow them to the hospital. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-ninth chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss the journey to the infirmary, Bill's bite, telling everyone about Dumbledore, the lament, the Snape question, pulling things together, a chunk of love, Tonks and Lupin, talking to McGonagall, good leadership, not a real Horcrux and the beginning stages of grief. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Flight of the Prince.Harry barely as time to process what just happened to Dumbledore when he finds himself finally able to move and instinctively takes off after Snape and Malfoy. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-eighth chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss it being dramatically different, Ginny is alive, Hagrid in danger, the fight with Snape, Buckbeak saves the day, telling Hagrid, mourning Dumbledore and a note. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Lightning-Struck Tower.Harry and Dumbledore are able to make it back to Hogsmeade but things are ominous at Hogwarts as the Dark Mark hangs over it's ramparts. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-eighth chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss back to Hogsmeade, into action, Draco revelations, trying to save the Malfoys, Fenrir's arrival and pleading with Snape. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Cave.Harry and Dumbledore have arrived at the hiding place of the Horcrux yet neither of them know exactly what Voldemort has in store for them as they seek to enter. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-sixth chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss arriving by the sea, finding the entrance, disappointment, teaching, underestimating youth, drinking the potion, keeping his word, needing water, a Gandalf moment and no worry. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Seer Overheard.It's been one of the best times in Harry's life now that he and Ginny are finally together, it has been so good in fact that he doesn't even care that their relationship has become the talk of the school. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-fifth chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss new gossip, not dropping the Prince, running into Trelawney, a revelation, confronting Dumbledore, the importance of the truth, a Lord of the Rings connection and instructions for Ron and Hermione. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Sectumsempra.After the late night with Dumbledore, finally getting a chance to direct Slughorn's unaltered memory, Harry is beat and falls asleep with ease. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the Twenty-fourth chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss the response, break up news, Ron's sister, Katie Bell returns, that's not how it works Quidditch practice, a bathroom battle, book search, an interesting argument, Ginny to the rescue, detention and kissing Ginny. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Horcruxes.Harry is able to make is way back to the castle and when he can't get into the common room, he finds out Dumbledore is at the castle and hurriedly makes his way to the headmaster's office with the memory. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-third chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss becoming clear, so important, spectacular news, the memory, Horcruxes, failing Voldemort and creating his own nemesis. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
After the Burial.Harry has continued to have no luck in persuading Slughorn to give him the memory, Ron is still dodging Lavender and Hermione is fed up with both of them. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-second chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss frustrations, Aragog as died, Ron's plan, a reminder of the stakes, doing his best, test results, taking Felix, movie changes, getting away with it and taking things seriously. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
The Unknowable Room.Harry is having the hardest time trying to figure out how to get Slughorn to share his memory but thankfully there has been a break in the case of the missing Malfoy. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twenty-first chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss really trying, apparition woes, Ron and Lavender, an elf repot, issues in Snape's class, no admittance, running into Tonks and catching up with Ron and Hermione. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Lord Voldemort's Request.Thankfully Harry and Ron have made full recoveries from their injuries and the near-death experience has helped mend the friendship between Ron and Hermione. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the twentieth chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss a pivotal chapter, friendship restored, pressing for details, running into Luna, Ron's growth, Trelawney, Dumbledore's frustration, where Voldemort is now, through a house elf's eyes, Dumbledore's memory and confirmation of a rumor. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Elf Tails.Thankfully Ron will make a full recovery from his poisoning, but the paranoia at the castle grows, especially as Harry's obsession with Malfoy intensifies. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the nineteenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss meeting in the infirmary, a quiet Hermione, not enough to go on, Hagrid arrives, making Harry uncomfortable, a Snape slip, no pease and quiet, running into Malfoy, a new commentator, waking up in the infirmary and a unique tail. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts
Birthday Surprises.Harry has a new mission from Dumbledore, to retrieve the memory from Slughorn and his friends are divided on how easy they think this will be. In this episode of Owl Post: A Harry Potter Podcast hosts Andrea Coffman and Matthew Rushing talk about the eighteenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We discuss insight into the characters, antidotes, Harry's cheek, talking to Slughorn, no luck, apparition training and a bad birthday. HostsAndrea Coffman and Matthew RushingSend us your feedback!Twitter: @JoinNerdPartyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenerdpartyEmail: http://www.thenerdparty.com/contactSubscribe in Apple Podcasts