Separation: The Phoenix Lament (Book 6, Chapter 29)
This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Separation in Chapter 29 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss the relationship dynamics on display in this chapter, Hagrid’s advic...
13 Feb 202544min
Apocalypse: Flight of the Prince (Book 6, Chapter 28)
This week, Vanessa and special guest Hannah McGregor explore the theme of Apocalypse in Chapter 28 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Snape’s subtle display of care, Hagrid’s hut,...
6 Feb 202552min
Helplessness: The Lightning Struck Tower (Book 6, Chapter 27)
This week, Vanessa and special guest Daniel Schroeder explore the theme of Helplessness in Chapter 27 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Harry’s immobilization, Dumbledore’s maste...
30 Jan 202545min
Fear: The Cave (Book 6, Chapter 26)
This week, Vanessa and Casper explore the theme of Fear in Chapter 26 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Harry and Dumbledore’s opposite experiences of the cave, fear of the unkno...
23 Jan 202551min
Jealousy: The Seer Overheard (Book 6, Chapter 25)
This week, Vanessa and special guest Jolie Doggett explore the theme of Jealousy in Chapter 25 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Romilda Vane, the Prince’s gender, and Trelawney’...
16 Jan 202548min
Impulsivity: Sectumsempra (Book 6, Chapter 24)
This week, Vanessa and special guest Courtney Brown explore the theme of Impulsivity in Chapter 24 of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince! They discuss Draco and Harry’s fight, Hermione’s “I told y...
9 Jan 202544min
HPST Re-Run – Frustration: The Boy Who Lived (Book 1, Chapter 1)
We'll be back with our regularly scheduled episodes on January 9th, but in the meantime we thought it would be fun to revisit Matt's first episode as a regular host. Happy Holidays! Hosted on Acast. S...
2 Jan 202550min
A Christmas Poem from Casper: Snowy Night, by Mary Oliver
Every Christmas, we like to share a favorite poem. This year it's 'Snowy Night' by Mary Oliver.We'll be back with our regularly scheduled episodes on January 9th. Happy Holidays! Hosted on Acast. See ...
25 Dec 20242min
