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Alohomora 'Episode 403 – HBP Chapter 15, The Unbreakable Vow: Slughorn Is A Pinterest Mom' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-403-hbp-chapter-15-the-unbreakable-vow-slughorn-is-a-pinterest-mom/

Chapter 15 of Half-Blood Price has all the characters acting like actual teenagers. Join hosts Geoff, a returning Grace, Shamanee, and special community guest Sasha Sloan of “Noble House of Black” as they discuss the awesomeness of Luna Lovegood, Snape, Draco, and “The Unbreakable Vow.”

On Episode 403 we discuss…

→ When they go low, Hermione goes lower → Victor and Lavender should be together → The women are either mothers or a mess → Dark, Fred fanfiction → The twins might be psychopaths → Put the radishes down, Luna → Check out the “Noble House of Black” Series

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Alohomora 'Episode 402 - GOF Chapter 3, The Invitation: This Is Messy' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-402-gof-chapter-3-the-invitation-this-is-messy/

Our community episodes for the summer kicks off with our first guest, Professor Julian Wamble, PhD from the podcast Critical Magical Theory. We’re also weekly now! Join hosts Asher, Bianca, Kat and Josh as they discuss chapter 3 of Goblet of Fire, The Invitation.

On Episode 402 we discuss…

→ Eating food out of the floorboard is disgusting → The time Harry got food poisoning → Petunia is an overindulgently bad parent → Sassy Harry playing Vernon like a fiddle → Wizard superiority complex → Check out Critical Magical Theory

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Alohomora 'Episode 401- OOTP Chapter 2, A Peck of Owls: Turbo Owls' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-401-ootp-chapter-2-a-peck-of-owls-turbo-owls/

Welcome to the first episode of the Final 100. The Final 100 represents the countdown to the end of Alohomora!’s second re-read of the Harry Potter series. Join hosts Asher, Bianca, Kat and new host Josh as they discuss “A Peck of Owls.”

On Episode 401 we discuss…

→ The unmasking of Mrs. Figg → Cats and Squibs → Dudley’s experience → What Petunia let slip → The final word → Why did Dumbledore choose “Remember my last” as the phrase to say to Petunia?

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Alohomora 'Alohomora's Final 100' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/alohomoras-final-100/

Yes, folks, the rumors are true. Alohomora! podcast is coming to a close – but not anytime (too) soon, and not without some epic, fun, and crazy in-depth discussions (and maybe *wink* an extra special guest or two… or three…) Though before we jump to the ending, let’s discuss how we got here.

When Alohomora! launched in 2012 as the fandom’s original Harry Potter reread, it was to a massive global audience. Not a single one of us could have anticipated just how much the fandom was starving for discussion, nor how quickly the podcast and community was going to grow. We became a household name overnight, from being listed alongside fandom greats such as MuggleCast and PotterCast in Harry Potter BuzzFeed quizzes to garnering hundreds upon hundreds of comments on each of our episodes. In fact, though the craze has settled since our launch, Alohomora! remains in the Top 5 of the most downloaded Harry Potter podcasts of all time, and we hold the title of the second-longest-running continuously released Harry Potter podcast.

Throughout the past twelve years and over 400 episodes, we’ve explored the series week after week, chapter after chapter, topic after topic, and movie after movie, and now it is time to embark on our final chapter: finishing our second re-read in our Final 100 episodes.

Don’t worry! We still have two full years of episodes (95 chapters and 5 films, to be exact), and there once again will be episodes even more regularly, as we’re going back to weekly releases! That means more magic, more often, for you!

For the past twelve years, we’ve been so grateful for the support we’ve received and the community we’ve built. The true magic in this reread has been Opening the Dumbledore with our hosts, editors, guests, and listeners. Our Final 100 is going to be no less exciting. We are kicking the first block of episodes off with a celebration of community, which you can learn more about on Episode 402 when it hits the stream June 1, 2024.

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Alohomora 'Episode 400 - Movie Watch: Prisoner of Azkaban Movie Commentary' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-400-movie-watch-prisoner-of-azkaban-movie-commentary/

Huzzah! We’ve hit episode 400. To celebrate, we’re giving you a special look at Philosopher’s Collection from Jordan Rannells. Futhermore, we’re presenting another movie watch. Join hosts, Alison, Bianca, Geoff, and Patrick as they discuss Prisoner of Azkaban.

On Episode 400 we discuss…

→ Everyone’s hair → Overacting → How incredible the soundtrack is → One hundred and thirty-nine minutes of hot takes → That the Marauders might not be missing from the film at all → Behind the Wand: Stories from the Harry Potter Films → head over to Jordanrannells.com and use code HP25 to get 25% off

For more information about the podcast and to find out how to be on the show, check out our Be On The Show! page.

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Alohomora 'Episode 399 - DH Chapter 31, Battle of Hogwarts: Stupid but Not Stupid Stupid' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-399-dh-chapter-31-battle-of-hogwarts-stupid-but-not-stupid-stupid/

Sadly, the Battle of Hogwarts chapter of Deathly Hallows ends with less character than it begins with. Join hosts Alison, Asher, Bianca, and Geoff as they discuss chapter 31.

On Episode 399 we discuss…

→ Spoiler alert, Fred dies → Everyone wonders why these kids are so brave → Puffs is still a great play → Lackluster Horcrux → From Bianca: “The common sense that God gave a goose” → What could have been: Charlie’s triumphant return with Norberta

For more information about the podcast and to find out how to be on the show, check out our Be On The Show! page.

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Alohomora 'Episode 398 - COS Chapter 3, The Burrow : Watered Down Soda' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-398-cos-chapter-3-the-burrow-watered-down-soda/

Chapter 2 of Chamber of Secrets has the first sighting of Mr. Weasley and the beginnings of Harry’s (and the reader’s) wonderful relationship with this family. Join hosts Asher, Bianca, Shamanee and guest Stefano as they discuss “The Burrow.”

On Episode 398 we discuss…

→ How the Weasleys don’t care about Harry yet → Turquoise is an odd choice for a car → Lockhart is a “watered down soda” → We need to see the tax slips → So many holes in the plan → Ginny in the wild → Same day, different story

For more information about the podcast and to find out how to be on the show, check out our Be On The Show! page.

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Alohomora 'Episode 397 - PS/SS Chapter 14, The Norwegian Ridgeback: Ring of Grime' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-397-ps-ss-chapter-14-the-norwegian-ridgeback-ring-of-grime/

According to our hosts, chapter 14 of Philosopher’s Stone is a bathroom read. Do you agree? Join hosts Asher, Bianca, Josh and guest Matthew as they discuss The Norwegian Ridgeback.

On Episode 397 we discuss…

→ Hagrid’s arrested development → Dragon eggs → The actor who plays the girl in Damsel → Held back students → What is stoat? → Ron impresses us, again → Subway Cloak → Dragons, Lions, and Bears

For more information about the podcast and to find out how to be on the show, check out our Be On The Show! page.

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Alohomora 'Episode 396 - GOF Chapter 5, Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes: Short & Snappy' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-396-gof-chapter-5-weasleys-wizarding-wheezes-episode-name/

We’re in luck! There are all the Weasleys in this short but lively chapter. Join hosts Asher, Kat, Shamanee and guest Ev as they discuss chapter 5 of Goblet of Fire.

On Episode 396 we discuss…

→ Molly and vehicular manslaughter → Grunge era, 90s’ cool, Bill → Hermione, torn between amusement and anxiety → No one cares about Bertha → The complicated relationship between Molly, George, and Fred → A plea for Percy → Ginny is just awesome

For more information about the podcast and to find out how to be on the show, check out our Be On The Show! page.

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Alohomora 'Episode 395 - HBP Chapter 19, Elf Tails: The Hospital Ring' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-395-hbp-chapter-19-elf-tails-the-hospital-ring/

“Ah, to be young and feel love’s keen sting,” Dumbledore says in the film version of this drama filled chapter. Join hosts Geoff, Kat, Shamanee and guest Jordan as they tackle chapter 19 of Half-Blood Prince.

On Episode 395 we discuss…

→ How the movie did it better → Elves who work in houses → Lavender needs to read the room → Geoff REALLY doesn’t like Cormac McLaggen → Snape teaches in a way that makes people remember → Dumbledore is the puppet master of Hagrid → Fred and George are smart little bullies

For more information about the podcast and to find out how to be on the show, check out our Be On The Show! page.

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Alohomora 'Episode 394 - DH Chapter 6, The Ghoul in Pajamas: Ron Is My Grandfather' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-394-dh-chapter-6-the-ghoul-in-pajamas-ron-is-my-grandfather/

This episode is the most Alohomora! has ever talked about ghouls and boy is it a fun one! We go deep into ghouls, the meaning of remorse, and Kat gets her true Ravenclaw on. Join hosts Alison, Kat, Tracy, and special guest Noah Fried as they discuss chapter 6 of Deathly Hallows.

On Episode 394 we discuss…

→ the maturity of the Trio → The longing tension between Harry and Ginny → 90s tropes → Everybody Loves Molly → “We’re coming with you” → The number of towers at Hogwarts → The slimy goo inside of all of us → Death, Horcruxes, and the meaning of life

For more information about the podcast and to find out how to be on the show, check out our Be On The Show! page.

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Alohomora 'Episode 393 - OOTP Chapter 38, The Second War Begins: Dark Humor Crew' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-393-ootp-chapter-38-the-second-war-begins-dark-humor-crew/

Check out this episode and we will teach you how to swipe right on all the things in this chapter. Join hosts Asher, Bianca, Shamanee and guest Rucha as they discuss Chapter 38 of Order of the Phoenix.

On Episode 393 we discuss…

→ Voldemort’s soft launch → Dueling clubs to get back in practice → Instructional DVDs → Hugs for Harry → In our feelings → Street cred for Filch → Summer break plans at Hogwarts

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Alohomora 'Live Your Dream and Book a Spot on the History Bites Tour Through England and Scotland!' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/live-your-dream-book-spot-history-bites-tour-england-and-scotland/

Here at Alohomora!, we love to get into all the tiny details of the Harry Potter books. But there are some experiences we can’t quite get across just talking about them. The best way to understand cultural, location-based, and historical details about the series is by exploring the places they were written!

Does that sound like something you’d be interested in? Then we have fantastic news for you.

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  Live your dream and book yourself a spot on the History Bites Tour through England and Scotland this summer! You can explore places not only significant to Harry Potter but also the worlds of Narnia and Lord of the Rings. Led by author and historian Solomon Schmidt, you’ll spend eight days in some of the most magnificent places in the world. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

  The whole experience was amazing. I was very sad when it was time to depart.” – Judah A.

  Here are the top five reasons you don’t want to miss this “once in a lifetime” tour:

  Journey from Platform Nine and Three-Quarters

The tour begins in London, where you can visit the iconic King’s Cross Station. Take a photo with the Hogwarts Express Trolley and find some fun new merch at the Harry Potter Shop!

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  Walk in Harry’s Footsteps

In Oxford, you’ll have the chance to visit Christ Church College, where several scenes from the Harry Potter movies were filmed. Witness the famous chained books of Duke Humphrey’s Library, aka the Hogwarts Library – watch out for screaming volumes! Recreate Professor McGonagall’s welcome to the first-years on the Bodley Tower Staircase. Just up those stairs, you’ll find the college dining hall, which inspired the Great Hall.

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  Edinburgh, where it all began

In this historic city, you’ll wander Greyfriars Kirkyard–keep an eye out for familiar names on the gravestones, including a Tom Riddle! Near the city center is the famous Elephant House, where the early books were written. Catch a view of the remarkable Edinburgh Castle; you may even have the chance to see the misty clouds hanging over it, a magical sight indeed.

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  Ride the Hogwarts Express

It’s every Potter fan’s dream come true. The 84-mile trip through the beautiful countryside will be an experience you’ll never forget. Cross the famous viaduct and other familiar filming locations. Settle in with some Bertie Bott’s or a few Chocolate Frogs and you’re on your way to the new term at Hogwarts.

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  Luxury accommodations and expert guides

One of the greatest benefits of this tour is the beautiful places you’ll get to stay, including historic inns, and the enjoyable meals you’ll have at palaces and high rises. You’ll also get the expertise of historian and author Solomon Schmidt and other knowledgeable local guides.

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  This trip was a dream come true for me! I would go on another in a heartbeat!” – David S.

  History Bites Tours aims to provide the highest quality and most exciting tours possible in England and Scotland. Join author and historian Solomon Schmidt on an extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime experience as you journey to two of the most beautiful and historic lands in the world. Find the full itinerary and registration information on the History Bites website.

  And who knows? Your new expertise could be the perfect thing to share with us on the podcast!

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Alohomora 'Episode 392 - GOF Chapter 25: The Egg and the Eye: Scrub Daddy' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-392-gof-chapter-25-the-egg-and-the-eye-scrub-daddy/

Put the kettle on, sip a cup of tea and listen to hosts Asher, Bianca, Geoff and guest Bill as they discuss chapter 25 of Goblet of Fire. You may also find out who they think at Hogwarts secretly gets together to have tea and spill some tea as well!

On Episode 392 we discuss…

→ Moaning Myrtle just a lonely child → Piggy Wiggly → Filch’s redemption → Cats chose violence → Fleur might be a big softy → Snape’s store of potion ingredients → Le-ion

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Alohomora 'Episode 391 - Movie Watch: Chamber of Secrets Movie Commentary: I Wanted Bigger Eyeballs' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-391-movie-watch-chamber-of-secrets-movie-commentary-i-wanted-bigger-eyeballs/

Happy New Year! To celebrate, we’re releasing another movie commentary episode. So pop in your DVD or favorite streaming service and settle in to watch “Chamber of Secrets” with hosts Alison, Asher, Bianca, Geoff, and Shamanee.

On Episode 391 we discuss…

→ Best line: “Your hand is all sweaty” → Wizard plummers → Menacing ellipses → Pausing for effect → Voldemort is a dramatic B → The adventures of Tommy and Bianca → Grace Candido-Beecher shout out → Fawkes or convenient plot point → It’s not weird, it’s funny

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Alohomora 'Episode 390 - HBP Chapter 16: A Very Frosty Christmas : Too Many Cooks' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-390-hbp-chapter-16-a-very-frosty-christmas-too-many-cooks/

Ever wondered how religion might play out in the Harry Potter series? Close out 2023 with a lovely look back at chapter 16 of Half-Blood Prince with special guest Emily Strand and hosts Asher, Kat, and our editor Patrick.

On Episode 390 we discuss…

→ Adverbs and potentially bad writing → Sprouting it all up → Prophetic knives → Unbreakable Vows as kids → The origins of oranges in stockings and Saint Nick → Chris Tingle → In-depth look at godparents → Christmas time with Fleur

Read below to for information on how to contact our guest, Emily Strand.

Her website is emilystrand.com and my Academia.edu site is here: https://carmelcollege.academia.edu/EmilyStrand

Potterversity: https://www.mugglenet.com/mugglenet-family/potterversity/

New book (just out!) is Potterversity: Essays Exploring the World of Harry Potter available from publisher McFarland Books here: https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/potterversity/

Her essay “Said Hermione Earnestly: Harry Potter’s Prose and Why It Doesn’t Matter” in Open at the Close: Literary Essays on Harry Potter, is available here: https://www.upress.state.ms.us/Books/O/Open-at-the-Close

She also edited these pop culture collections: Star Trek: Essays Exploring the Final Frontier: https://vernonpress.com/book/1672 Star Wars: Essays Exploring a Galaxy Far, Far Away: https://vernonpress.com/book/1751

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Alohomora 'Episode 389 - OOTP Chapter 22 - St. Mungo's Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries : Third Rate Duelist' - is now available! https://alohomorapodcast.com/episode-389-ootp-chapter-22-st-mungos-hospital-for-magical-maladies-and-injuries-third-rate-duelist/

Chapter 22 of Order of the Phoenix is packed with a lot going on and the wonderful, delicious, sadness that is St. Mungo’s Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries. Join hosts Asher, Geoff, Shamanee, and Tracy for our third annual holiday team episode!

On Episode 389 we discuss…

→ Let’s go to the hospital → Hermione puts the “camp” in camping → McGonagall’s Caturday with Mrs. Morris → Dumbledore’s Pager → Festive in death → Accio baby → Portrait powers activate!

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