
Anger: Fight and Flight (Book 5, Chapter 33)
This week, Vanessa and Matt are joined by special guest Neil J. Young as they explore the theme of Anger in Chapter 33 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Grawp’s big feelings, ...
18 Apr 202452min

Isolation: Out of the Fire (Book 5, Chapter 32)
This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Isolation in Chapter 32 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Umbridge’s leadership, Hermione’s master plan, and Snape’s code! T...
11 Apr 202440min

Naivete: O.W.L.s (Book 5, Chapter 31)
This week, Vanessa and Matt explore the theme of Naivete in Chapter 31 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Hagrid’s arrest, Harry’s big plan, and the end of Occlumency lessons! ...
4 Apr 202436min

Determination: Grawp (Book 5, Chapter 30)
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 determ...
28 Mar 202446min

Community: Careers Advice (Book 5, Chapter 29)
This week, Vanessa and Matt are joined by Delphene Mooney of On The Rise as they explore the theme of Community in Chapter 29 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss Fred & George’s...
21 Mar 202448min

Special Recipe Bonus: On The Rise Fundraiser!
We're still in the middle of our March fundraiser for On The Rise, but thanks to you all, we've already reached our initial 10k goal! As a special thanks to our listeners for helping us reach this poi...
18 Mar 20245min

Kindness: Snape’s Worst Memory (Book 5, Chapter 28)
This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Kindness in Chapter 28 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix! They discuss James and Snape and Lily, oh my! Throughout the episode we conside...
14 Mar 202440min

Special Patronus Bonus: On The Rise Fundraiser!
We're currently in the middle of our March fundraiser for On The Rise, a great organization that supports people experiencing homelessness. As a special thanks to our listeners for helping us get hal...
11 Mar 20247min






















