Silence: The Madness of Mr. Crouch (Book 4, Chapter 28)
This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Silence in Chapter Twenty-Eight of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss the trio's uncomfortable trip to the Hogwarts kitchens, Krum's exp...
13 Apr 202340min
Legacy: Padfoot Returns (Book 4, Chapter 27)
This week, Matt and Vanessa are joined by special guest Casper ter Kuile as they explore the theme of Legacy in Chapter Twenty-Seven of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Mr. Crouch's p...
6 Apr 202345min
Special Edition: The Sacred Space of Summer Camp (with Nathalie Folkerts)
Vanessa is joined for a small bonus conversation by Nathalie Folkerts, the director of our upcoming summer camp: Calling All Magnificent People. They explore how Nathalie's background in political org...
4 Apr 202313min
Purpose: The Second Task (Book 4, Chapter 26)
This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Purpose in Chapter Twenty-Six of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss the tournament's use of children as bait, love as motivation and pur...
30 Mar 202337min
Contemplation: The Egg and the Eye (Book 4, Chapter 25)
This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Contemplation in Chapter Twenty-Five of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Snape vs. Moody, the Prefect baths, and the pros and cons of ...
23 Mar 202345min
Rejection: Rita Skeeter’s Scoop (Book 4, Chapter 24)
This week, Matt and Vanessa explore the theme of Rejection in Chapter Twenty-Four of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Cedric’s role as an ally to Harry, Bagman’s ulterior motives, and...
16 Mar 202345min
Change: The Yule Ball (Book 4, Chapter 23)
This week, Matt and special guest Jolie Doggett explore the theme of Change in Chapter Twenty-Three of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! They discuss Hermione and Ron’s respective changes, Maxime a...
9 Mar 202352min
Special Announcement: Emily Dickinson Pilgrimage!
Dropping in a special bonus today - Vanessa and Dr. Stephanie Paulsell talking about the sacredness of Emily Dickinson and what she can teach us about solitude! Join them on pilgrimage from July 14 – ...
7 Mar 202311min
