Aug 30, 2021
Well, we’re back on the Hogwarts Express! This time, Helene and Adri talk about the many ways that they see the politics of nepotism and privilege interact in this chapter, as well as in the rest of the book. We talk about Slughorn’s favoritism of those associated with prestige and power, Draco’s lack of growth as...
Aug 23, 2021
Join us as the trio venture into Diagon Alley for the first time since the ministry has openly admitted that Lord Voldemort is back. Helene and Adri discuss the politics of Public Security and the politics of Commodities as it relates to both the ministry’s actions and how capitalism is alive and well, even in grim...
Aug 16, 2021
Harry gets to the Burrow earlier than scheduled and we get a glimpse into Arthur’s dearest ambition and Molly’s favorite nickname. Adri is joined by guest host Ann from the Speak Beasty podcast and they talk about the politics of tribalism and family, including why oh why Ginny Weasley loses her perpetual cool when...
Aug 9, 2021
Harry is off to the Burrow under Dumbledore’s chaperonage, but before we pop in to see our favorite red-headed family, we’ve got a side quest to complete. Yes, you read that right, Dumbledore has one more trick up his sleeve (presumably the one with complete mobility): popping in to see a professor about leaving...
Aug 2, 2021
Finally, a chapter with Harry in it! In between headlines and narrative paywalls (what did the rest of those articles say anyway?) Harry is snoozing away until Dumbledore appears in the Dursley’s home, just as he promised he would. Perhaps it’s the realization that Harry didn’t quite trust Dumbledore to show up,...