Podcasts about peeves

Taco Tuesday! But we didn't head to Mexico, quite the opposite in fact. Canada is headed to the World Series for the first time in over 30 years. Our favorite lawman returned, Kohler is now selling a toilet with a camera inside it, and we read our Penny Power peeves of the week! We also had an extra bold listener who called us about a problem at work...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thoughts and prayers to anyone who bet on the Chiefs last night... we talked about the wild ending to Monday Night Football! A woman in Florida got icky with her revenge on an ex. Rush has announced they're touring again, and their new drummer truly is a shocker! Plus, we celebrated National Forgiveness Day and peeled back the pages of the Penny Power once again for our "Peeves of the Week." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It was a Trippy Tuesday on the show today, and we started out with another sports Karen, this time from New York! Pet-friendly wines are now on the market, a relative of Colonel Sanders released KFC's secret herbs and spices recipe, and we reacted to Bad Bunny being named the Super Bowl Halftime Show performer! As it's Tuesday, we read our Penny Power "Peeves of the Week," then decided to get weird and taste test the new drink making waves online - mushroom coffee! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we started the show with a rather overwhelming recommendation for the home, The Onion tricked a bunch of people online with their "Stop & Kiss" policy, and Taylor Swift's money counter isn't slowing down anytime soon. We read our Penny Power "Peeves of the Week," and found two stories surrounding women getting into trouble thanks to their car's vanity plates! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The biggest YouTuber in the world got humbled by Mike Tyson, TikTokkers are now pranking Walmart workers for items that don't exist, a drunken Florida woman got her fast food joints confused, and Cracker Barrel is still taking heat! We read our Penny Power "Peeves of the Week," and Dave told the tale of being a Good Samaritan over the weekend, and getting way more than he bargained for! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL fans everywhere are outraged at commercials being added to the Redzone channel, a healthcare worker down South saved a raccoon after it got drunk behind a distillery, we found a remedy for car sickness, read our Penny Power "Peeves of the Week," and hit the phones to share stories about the riskiest things we've ever done! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we had a furious couple rounds of "Dave's Beatdown," but can't post licensed music to the pod, so apologies if you came to hear Dave take on the isolated drum tracks! We CAN post the audio from some angry guy's request to Chat GPT that went unheeded. The Powerball is up over a billion dollars, so we day dreamed about what we'd do after hitting it. And we missed them yesterday, so made good on our Penny Power peeves! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both Rick and Dave experienced their kids / grandkids going back to school yesterday, the fallout continues from Cracker Barrel's disastrous rebrand, and that "serial butt-sniffer" returned - at the same store! "Shrekking" is the new trend in dating, we read our Penny Power Peeves for the week, and hit the phones to see at what age people think it's time for guys to STOP wearing their hats backwards! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was haben riesige Wesen, das Denkarium und Peeves gemeinsam? Richtig, über alle drei machen wir in dieser Folge Quizze! Natürlich ist unser Lieblingsmoderator Marius auch wieder mit dabei. Es wird lustig - versprochen! Hier gibt es Schokofrösche Merch: https://www.seedshirt.de/shop/schokofroescheshopIhr wollt uns FanArt schicken oder Sticker von uns bekommen?Schreibt uns an:Postfach 71053281455 München

Effervescent author Sarah chats about all her latest books including 'Brenda's Revenge' and recommends two wonderful books.This episode also features the first 'Steve's Peeves' segment where we have a minor gripe about something/anything!

Rick returned this morning! He gave his thoughts on the new Eddie Murphy movie, The Pickup, and we talked about an Aussie who tried to impress a girl by diving into crocodile-infested waters. AOL is finally doing away with dial-up internet, we read our Penny Power "Peeves of the Week," and hit the now-working phones to hear about the strange things people have spotted while driving! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This morning Dave took on a slew of new isolated drum tracks for "Dave's Beatdown," but we can't posted published music, so it's gonna be a shorter pod than usual! We discovered one of the dumber hacks on TikTok, this time for more efficient vacuuming. A new law for drivers in Louisiana is brilliant, some guy is suing for getting his naked ass posted on Google Street View, and we read our weekly "Penny Power Peeves!"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the TC, Sam and Mel welcome friend of the pod and listener Jeremy chat about the Hogwarts Ghosts and Peeves. Can they leave the castle and if so, where would they go on vacation? Why did Helena choose to stay in the same location as the Bloody Baron? Did Professor Binns know he was a ghost? How do they decide who gets to be a house ghost? Can ghosts have intimate relationships? Listen and decide!  Don't forget to visit our social medias to answer this episode's Show Host Question: “What moment(s) from the books are you most looking forward to seeing in the TV adaptation?”  *** Spoilers, Adult Language, Adult Themes Music note: All music are excerpts of the Pottership Shanty (Copyright: Darwin Ray and the Pottership Podcast.)  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, or iHeart Radio podcasts! Or send us a message at PottershipPodcast@gmail.com

It appears we have a listener song battle on our hands, thanks to National Chicken Wings Day! A snack company in the UK recently launched chips that taste like 9-volt batteries, and a crazy mishap took place at a monster truck rally. Golf fights are on the rise, we read our weekly "Penny Power Peeves" and hit the phones to hear about the strange obsessions your kids have had! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listeners write to us regularly with their language peeves, which we love. Sometimes they call these peeves their "pet peeves."

In this miscellany episode, I address:Justin Welby's recent comments as to why he changed his view on homosex and same-sex relationshipsWho is authorized to baptize people, and where should baptisms take place?What is proper church attire? Should it be formal, casual, or somewhere in between? The difference between the Bible and theologyMinisterial biosWeb: ThinkingtoBelieve.comEmail: ThinkingToBelieve@gmail.comFacebook: facebook.com/thinkingtobelieveTwitter & Gettr: @thinking2believTruth: @ThinkingToBelieveParler: @thinkingtobelieve

This morning Rick found a challenge for Dave to take on in the near future, a woman freaked out at her gender reveal, and a new side-hustle some woman came up with in NYC is actually genius. People on shrooms are turning to ChapGPT during their trips, we read our Penny Power "Peeves of the Week," and tackled a rather serious topic for once: should parents stay together for the kids or get a divorce? Enjoy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In recent days, N. T. Wright made some remarks on the morality of abortion and the necessity of believing in the bodily resurrection of Jesus. Regarding abortion, he essentially articulated the view that early abortions are morally acceptable, particularly in the cases of rape, incest, and physical deformity. Regarding the resurrection, while Write believes that Jesus was raised bodily from the dead and this should be a normative belief for Christians, he does not think a denial of this doctrine necessarily makes one a heretic who is bereft of salvation. I think he is wrong on both counts, and explain why.I end the episode with a Pet the Peeve segment about driving. Web: ThinkingtoBelieve.comEmail: ThinkingToBelieve@gmail.comFacebook: facebook.com/thinkingtobelieveTwitter & Gettr: @thinking2believTruth: @ThinkingToBelieveParler: @thinkingtobelieve

Today on the show, Rick found a new product Dave definitely has interest in. The National Anthem from the NBA Finals Game 7 went off the rails, and a Spanish beekeeper took on a bunch of cops! With the current heatwave, there's a new movement to go "Jacket Off," and we read our Penny Power Peeves of the Week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Im zweiten Teil von "Ein Buch - eine Folge" besprechen wir Albus Dumbledore und seine Maßnahmen, als die Kammer des Schreckens geöffnet wurden, wieso er Gildeory Lockhart eingestellt hat, seinen Röntgen-Blick, wie er Weihnachten feiert und und und. Habt ihr schon die Florean Fortescue Folge von Typisch Ravenclaw gehört? Da sind wir zu Gast :) Hier gibt es Schokofrösche Merch: https://www.seedshirt.de/shop/schokofroescheshopIhr wollt uns FanArt schicken oder Sticker von uns bekommen?Schreibt uns an:Postfach 71053281455 München

Rick returned! And he noticed something we definitely do better than Ohio. That toilet flowers lady on TikTok apparently inspired the whole world to adopt her gardening method, we found another ridiculous wardrobe choice for court, and Generation Z wants an area to hook-up in the workplace. We read our Penny Power peeves, and had a shoutout of our own in the latest issue! And we hit the phones to hear the moment you realized you turned into your parents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This morning we heard the fallout from a rather disgusting high school prank involving baseball teams. In what seems like a scene out of a movie, a woman was rescued, thanks to a shrewd Jersey Mike's employee. Canada is having weddings for cows now, we shared our Penny Power "Peeves of the Week," and hit the phones to hear who is suffering from a newly discovered condition called misophonia! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Corwin talks about puck possession and how it applies to strategy.Lance wants to know more about how kids learn how to make good decisions on ice.Randall runs the numbers for the Nation Women's teams of Canada and US.

Saquon Barkley's iconic backwards hurdle made the cover of the new Madden video game, which has Eagles fans divided. An ironic discovery was made in the aftermath of a house fire, a new wine hack is trending on TikTok, and it's flight attendants going crazy this time in the not-so-friendly skies. We found our Penny Power "Peeve of the Week," and hit the phones for a hypothetical question: If you got paid $10 every time you annoyed someone, what would your job be?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This morning we kicked things off by celebrating National Hamburger Day, heard about Southwest introducing baggage fees for the first time, and according to certain scientists, penguin poop may save the planet. We read the latest Penny Power "Peeves of the Week," and found a fascinating study that narrowed down drunk personality types to 4 categories. Which one are you?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we learned about Bacon beer, Tamagotchis are back featuring Peanuts characters, and an Australian phone pranker got what he bargained for! We also celebrated National Streaming Day, aired our Penny Power "Peeve of the Week," and hit the phones to hear what you purchased while drunk! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIn this episode, we discuss the Battle of Hogwarts in the TV show. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:·      2:09 The charge of the houselves. This moment is only in the book, but is impactful. Kreacher has finally found something that he believes in, and it would be a shame if his arc ends without that final resolution of charging into battle. This shows us that everyone is involved. ·      10:21 Fred's death. This is one of the most shocking deaths in the battle because it represents the death of Harry's past. Fred was full of life and humor with so much ahead of him, but that all came to an end. We don't even get to see it in the film, despite the fact that it is a big moment in the book.·      15:56 Peeves. He is famously left out of the films, but he has been cast in the TV show. Peeves in fighting on the front lines along with all the rest of the students. This is impactful because he was once the thorn in the side of the castle, but know he puts his jokes aside to stand and fight. It highlights just how important this battle is.·      19:39 The epic final showdown. It is epic in the film, but it's not the same as the book. As cool as it is to watch, I prefer the sequence in the book because of the symbolic nature of the Great Hall and the more final sense in the air.·      24:23 Details that we should include, or not. The flying duel in the air is super weird. They crash into the castle and Voldemort squishes their heads together? I'm good. Harry breaking the elder wand in the film is a great detail that should be included in the TV show. I also want to have a more effective explanation for the transfer of ownership of the elder wand, because it was the motivation for Snape's murder.Having anything you want to hear or say? Click here for a voice submission or here for text. ThePotterDiscussion@gmail.comthepotterdiscussion.comNox

Space: the final frontier. Our Prime Directive: to boldly examine what Harry Potter has in common with Star Trek. Hosts Katy and Emily and producer Laurie have found themselves making Star Trek references on past episodes and realized that while Harry Potter is often compared to Star Wars, the future United Federation of Planets is less commonly put in dialogue with the wizarding world. We explore why that is and what looking at Potter and Trek side by side can uncover. Star Wars may be the more obvious point of comparison because it is a mythic story with fantasy elements and a hero's journey, but Trek, like Potter, deals with issues of prejudice, cultural relativism, fascism, justice, and institutional corruption. The magical world and the scientifically advanced society of Trek still have problems. We discuss which Star Trek series is the most like Potter and why it's Deep Space Nine. We compare the loathsome characters Dolores Umbridge and Kai Winn, the troublesome ones Peeves and Q, and the self-sacrificing nonhumans Dobby and Data. Both series also have mirrors (literal or figurative), time travel, and explorations of the past, even though Trek is set centuries in the future. Another important theme is the power of friendship - something that can transcend time, species, and genre. Live long and prosper, listeners!

This morning we got some words of wisdom on his new book, Hulk Hogan weighed in on the gorilla debate, and some 2nd grader ordered a few too many lollipops! A sheriff in Florida turned his press conference on criminals into a stand-up routine, we read our Penny Power "Peeves of the Week," and paid our respects to Skype, which officially bit the dust. We also confessed to the grossest thing we've ever done. Enjoy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This season, Stacey and Rebecca are dedicating each month to a deep dive into the Harry Potter series, and they're starting at the very beginning—with Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.Whether it's your first trip to Hogwarts or your hundredth, there's something special about returning to the story that started it all. In this episode, we share our impressions from this nostalgic re-read, exploring how the book holds up today, what stood out this time around, and how our perspectives have shifted since we first read it years ago.We dig into the themes that give this book its timeless charm—love, friendship, good vs evil, and identity. We also do a bit of character analysis, looking at how Harry, Ron, and Hermione each bring something vital to the trio.Of course, it wouldn't be a My Sister's TBR episode without a bit of movie comparison! We chat about the scenes that got left on the cutting room floor—yes, we're still mourning the loss of Peeves—and some of the movie's choices that changed the tone or flow of the story. If you're a longtime fan, we hope this episode brings a smile of recognition and maybe a few new insights. And if you're reading along with us for the first time, welcome to the adventure, but be warned: we talk a lot about other books in the series so there will be spoilers! Join us as we journey through the series one book at a time. Next up: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Don't forget to share your thoughts with us on our Instagram or drop us a message on Facebook. Mischief managed!Listen to the episode now wherever you get your podcasts!This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to My Sister's TBR at www.mysisterstbr.com/subscribe

This week, I eat too much easter candy, I worry if my bladder is still working correctly, and I am unable to verify that I am myself. Plus lots of talk about shows I'm currently watching and rants about things that are currently irritating me which is just about everything. Thanks for listening! We now have a hotline where you can call 24/7 and tell me anything and everything on your mind. Leave your questions, comments, homework assignments and any other emotional outbursts you may have! No restrictions. No limits. Your topics. Your questions. Your voice. Hope to hear from you all soon. AFC Hotline: 412-440-8365 The anonymous box is your direct path to let your voice be heard on the show. IT'S COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS.  The link is pinned to the top of the shows social media pages. This podcast could not be possible without the amazing anonymous contributions of listeners like you! HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT 1: What's a song lyric that you thought was one thing but was something completely different? How did you find out? How long were you singing the wrong lyric? Be as vague or specific as you like. HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT 2: Listen to 1 album per week (52 for the year), start to finish, in it's entirety, that you've never listened to before. The only rules are they have to be full length albums. No 5-song ep's and no Greatest Hits compilations. It can even be an album that you have SOME familiarity with.  As long as it's a full length album, and one you've never listened to in its entirety before, it counts. 

We had a ton of topics today! Is NASCAR going to one day go electric? There's identical twins in Australia who've gone viral for an interview, and cops in Montana got busted themselves, for playing "crime bingo." The Ice Bucket Challenge is back, and we found our Penny Power "Peeve of the Week!" We also received a listener email about an issue over Easter at an all-you-can-eat buffet. Whose side are you on?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we learned that crosswalks in Silicon Valley have been hacked to share messages from tech overlords, a mysterious object fell from the sky in Jersey through an autobody shop, and we shared our Penny Power "Peeves of the Week!" We also stumbled on a Reddit thread asking people the one thing (besides work) that people NEVER want to do again...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AN EGG have some annoyances they want to get off their chests and the best way to do it is a draft. Are their displeasures lining up with yours or are you irritated with their picks? Is you peeve their peeves or are you peeved? Who won? Support us directly at https://www.patreon.com/TheRegulationPod Stay up to date, get exclusive supplemental content, and connect with other Regulation Listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this miscellany episode I offer my short thoughts on worship music, being thoughtful about our language, the centrality of truth, words of advice to aspiring preachers, why religion is not a bad word, conversation etiquette, and end with a Pet the Peeve segment about where waitresses place the bill on the table.Web: ThinkingtoBelieve.comEmail: ThinkingToBelieve@gmail.comFacebook: facebook.com/thinkingtobelieveTwitter & Gettr: @thinking2believTruth: @ThinkingToBelieveParler: @thinkingtobelieve

Spit Hit for Feb 20th, 2025:We kick things off with Owl's much anticipated scat. Does he hit it out of the park or fall on his face? You be the judge! We also discuss prisons, an idea for a new “sue you” app, and earthquake isle. We shut it down with a draft of vacation peeves. Re-brand Mondays with some comedy! Subscribe and tell your friends about another funny episode of The Spitballers Comedy Podcast!Connect with the Spitballers Comedy Podcast:Become an Official Spitwad: SpitballersPod.comFollow us on Twitter: x.com/SpitballersPodFollow us on IG: Instagram.com/SpitballersPodSubscribe on YouTube: YouTube.com/Spitballers

Happy Valentines Day!Weve got a short episode about pets and people and the people who peeve you with their pets! Its cold out there so get cozy with your vibes N delites and read along with us!AITA for not wanting to live with my gfs new pet? 23:19My girlfriend wanted ANOTHER pet and I said NO 33:41JOIN THE DISCORD!!! https://discord.gg/79zArdZvbF

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It's been a minute since our last episode, and as we step into a new year, it's clear that for many of us, things haven't quite gone as planned. In particular, I'm referring to friends and family in Los Angeles, who are grappling with the aftermath and the ongoing devastating fires, and to those facing social, environmental, and political challenges. I've recently returned from attending the 11th Annual Podfest Expo in Orlando, FL, and as a first time attendee, I am reinvigorated and more committed than ever to bringing you authentic, inspiring, and hope-filled stories. A heartfelt thank you to Chris Krimitsos, the visionary and founder behind Podfest, for creating an event built on education, collaboration, and community. It's a place where, as he says, "Your Voice Matters," reminding us all to use our words and energy wisely. It's no small coincidence then, that my first guest of 2025, has built her business and personal mission on teaching both children and adults, the fundamentals of kindness and collaboration.   Attributes that appear to be in short supply these days and yet as my experience at Podfest just proved, these qualities can exist given the right leadership, nurturing and creativity. And speaking of nurturing and creativity, my guest Sandra Beckwith, is all of the embodiment of these qualities and so much more. She's the author of numerous e-books, 10 and counting, and is a passionate advocate for civility, with her ‘Master Keys for Kids,' a collection aiming to instill kindness, respect, gratitude, and compassion in our youth. These fundamental values, though seemingly very scarce today, are essential for nurturing a more respectful and empathetic society. Its companion series of character tales,  ‘A Manner for All Seasons' is the second release of what's soon to be a trilogy of living into your life purpose, and serves as a tool for families, classrooms and faith communities. Sandra's program, ‘Return to Civility,' uses theatre skills to teach empathy and emotional intelligence, encouraging kids to engage in meaningful interactions. Beyond her work with children, Sandra is the creator of ‘Your Life as a Masterpiece,' a process aimed at helping individuals discern their life purpose and set personal goals. Soon to be available in e-book form, this course invites us to reflect on the art of living intentionally. I had the great opportunity to be one of Sandra's first students years ago when we were both living in Los Angeles. Join us as we explore Sandra's insights and learn how we can all contribute to a kinder, more respectful world. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or simply someone who cares about the next generation, I trust there's something valuable you can take away from this conversation. Contact Sandra Beckwith via the following: Business email:  sandra@masterkeysforkids.com   Website:  www.MasterKeysforKids.com   YouTube: @AMomentforManners: releasing the first season, all episodes 3 minutes or under. Watch with the kids you love.  Watch the show, practice the skill!   Great for weekend activities Wonderful experience:  Master Keys is meant to offer a wide array of almost 50 topics that address civility, manners and building character for families and classrooms.  The program helps guide conversations, teach critical thinking, build empathy, and focus on kid's emotional development.  I use humor, stories that teach, and a unique series host, Madama and her pet, Peeves, to talk about how treating others with kindness and respect make a much better quality of life for all concerned.   Master Keys offers two ebook series: SET I   Master Keys for Kids themed ebooks where you can use the actual guides in a classroom setting or to guide conversations over chores, car rides, or table talk. Pick a topic, practice the skill SET II.   A Manner for All Seasons, storybook series, read the story and practice a skill like thank you notes A Moment for Manners YouTube show:  watch a show, practice the skill.   f you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow 19 Stories wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. It would be greatly appreciated if you gave a nice review and shared this episode well :-) To give feedback or a story idea: 19stories@soundsatchelstudios.com To listen to my demos: https://www.cherylholling.com/ To contact me via VO work, or to host your podcast, I can be reached at: cheryl@cherylholling.com Follow me on Instagram: @cherylhollingvo Theme Song Credit:  'Together' by For King & Country Outro Music Sample (for this episode): 'Don't Worry Be Happy' by Bobby McFerrin Proverbs 23:18 "Surely there is a future, and your Hope will not be cut off." Until next time, stay Healthy and Hopeful!

On this episode, we examine the relationship between humor and resistance to authoritarianism. Harry Potter scholar and stand-up comedian Mark-Anthony Lewis joins Katy and Emily to talk about what makes something funny. Benign violation theory says that humor is found in something safe - for example, you can laugh at someone falling if they aren't seriously hurt, and you can tickle someone you know, but not a stranger. It's all about context. It can be especially funny when an authority figure looks ridiculous. Comedians are often viewed as truth-tellers, and a jester - seen as non-threatening - may be the only person who can speak the truth in the presence of the king. Humor in Harry Potter is often subversive, with Peeves and the Weasley twins as the primary examples, particularly against Umbridge. But humor is not inherently virtuous. Sometimes, pranks can go too far and veer into bullying or unintentionally inspire villains. This applies to the Marauders as well. The power dynamics in a particular situation can determine whether or not a joke is funny. When employed appropriately, jokes can help fight fear, like when facing a boggart. And what's more frightening than totalitarianism?

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Send us a textIn this episode, we discuss some major updates for the Harry Potter TV show from an interview with some of the executives. Enjoy!Topics/Summary:·      Read the article here·      1:18 The first season will be eight hours long. That is a heck of a lot longer than the few hours we had for the first film, so what might this mean? The hope is they won't face problems of time. If the season comes out and they make some excuse about cutting something for time, we will know something was up.·      8:21 30,000 submitted tapes? Wow. That is the number of people who auditioned for the trio. Now we have to continue to ask the age-old question, who will they cast? Will the actors play the characters from the film or the book? They had better be really good at acting and find a middle ground between the characters we know and the names on the page. ·      19:08 Peeves will be included. That was an explicit statement they made. Hopefully, this will tell us that they are in fact trying to include as many things from the books into the show as they can.·      21:16 They will keep the iconic sets and expand what we haven't seen. They said that they want to explore the aesthetics of the castle further, while keeping the iconic sets such as the Great Hall. This is great news! Changing the original and iconic sets would be a certain disaster.·       25:40 “No one can replace Alan Rickman, but we can find the next generation.” This is great news. Alan Rickman is impossible to top, and it is good that the filmmakers have realized this. Snape is technically 31 in the first film, and Rickman has a much more ancient air about him. It is good that they aren't trying to replace who we know and love, but expand upon their characters and show us more facets of who they are.·      29:09 Mark Rylance and Cillian Murphy and are two names that have come up for Dumbledore and Voldemort respectively. The filmmakers themselves have thrown Rylance's name around before. He isn't perfect, but it might work well depending on how they spin it. Ralph Fiennes himself put a stamp of approval on Murphy's name for Voldemort, but Murphy seems just a bit too young to capture Voldemort essence.·      33:25 “We have a much larger sandbox.” I hope what they mean by this is they are going to use the basis of the films to expand into places we haven't seen and characters we haven't met. They have such a good chance to make this a fantastic series, all they have to do it grab it.Having anything you want to hear or say? Click here for a voice submission or here for text. ThePotterDiscussion@gmail.comthepotterdiscussion.comNox

In the spirit of the spooky season, this episode is all about spirits and specters in the wizarding world. Emily and Katy, who recently published a new article titled "Harry Potter and Historical Witness: The Pensieve and the Time-Turner," are joined by Louise Freeman, fresh off our two-part episode on memory, and David Martin, member of the winning Hufflepuff team on Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses and author of Twelve Fail-Safe Ways to Charm Witches and Other Thoughts About Harry Potter. Why does Hogwarts have ghosts? David thinks that ghosts are representations of the past and the influence of the past on the present, so a thousand-year-old castle is bound to be full of history. Louise sees the influence of Gothic novels, in which old castles tend to be haunted. We debate the dynamics governing ghosts and their interactions with the world around them. Ghosts don't age, but can they evolve emotionally? Peeves is a different kind of spirit altogether as a poltergeist and can interact with objects in a way the Hogwarts ghosts cannot - and thus cause much more chaos. Ghosts are also distinct from the form of Tom Riddle that emerges from the diary, the figures that appear with the use of the Resurrection Stone, and Voldemort's victims conjured by Priori Incantatem. Most of the ghosts at Hogwarts lived centuries ago. Why did they choose to become ghosts and stay at Hogwarts? In addition to a fear of death, we discuss what unfinished business they had on earth - which could be coming to terms with death. Once ghosts finish their business, can they ever move on?

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This week, Vanessa and special guest Jackson Bird explore the theme of Determination in Chapter 30 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss the titular Grawp, Peeves' newfound determination, and times the word actually comes up in the text! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how are sacrifice and determination intertwined?Thank you to Grace for this week's voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 31, O.W.L.s, through the theme of Naivete with Matt Potts!--It's two sickles to join S.P.E.W., and only two dollars to join our Patreon for extra bloopers every week! Please consider helping us fill our Gringotts vault so we can continue to make this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.