Contrast and Contempt "At Flourish and Blotts"

In this episode we speak a bit about the contrast between Diagon and Nocturne Alley, the fact that Ron and Draco were practically forced to be enemies. Additionally, we speak about Gilderoy! Links: -Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1209326 -Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com  -Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/potterpeople Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople)

Hatred and Caring "The Burrow"

In this episode we speak about how Harry discovering that Draco's parents are death eaters effects his hatred of them, as well as his understanding of Dobby's intentions. We also talk a lot about the stark contrast between the Weasleys and their caring, and the Dursleys and their cold, relationships. We also give mention to how amazing the Burrow is. Links: Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1209326 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/potterpeople Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople)

Empathy and Manipulation "The Worst Birthday, Dobby's Warning"

In this episode we begin discussing Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K.Rowling. We discuss the way that the Dursleys manipulate everything they can to benefit them, and also how Harry has both and immense sense of empathy and sympathy. Lila is no longer with our podcast, but we are thankful to have worked with her up to this point, so a big thanks to Lila! Links: Buzzpsrout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1209326 Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/potterpeople Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople)

A Book In Review-"Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone"

In this episode we summarize all our former discussions on "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K.Rowling, speak and elaborate on our favorite episodes and chapters of this book. We also do a very interesting "madlib" composed by Liam! Note to Listeners: We are trying to spread the podcast to more Harry Potter fans and we would love your help in doing so! We'd love if you might tell any Harry Potter loving friends of family about our podcast, and maybe you could lead more potter people our way! Links: -Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1209326 -Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com -Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/potterpeople Quizzler:  Last week's question: Q:"Which piece did Harry play in McGonagall's giant chess game?"  A: "The Bishop"  Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople)

Peer Pressure and Friendship Growth "Through the Trap Door, The Man With Two Faces"

In this episode, we discuss chapters 16 & 17 or "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling. We discuss how the trio and people in general grow because of trials and hardships. We also talk about Peer Pressure today, its negative effects, and how to resist subjecting yourself to it. Links: -Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1209326 -Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com -Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/potterpeople Quizzler: Last episode's question: Q:What time did Charlies friends pick up Norbert?  A: Midnight This Weeks Question: What piece did Harry play in the giant chess game? Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople)

Punishment vs. Rehabilitation "The Forbidden Forest"

The Impact of Family "Nicholas Flamel", and "Nobert the Norwegian Ridgeback"

In today's episode we discuss how families affect people in the Harry Potter aeries and how this relates to real life. Links: -Buzzsprout: (please check out) https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1209326 -Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com -Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/potterpeople -The National Alliance to End Homelessness: https://www.endhomelessness.org Buzzsprout: Buzzsprout is the best way to start any podcast, they help you get listened to on all the major podcast sites, and help you monetize your podcast. They are also there to help you every step of the way! Also, Buzzsprout is offering any of our listeners a $20 Amazon gift card if they create a paying Buzzsprout account. The N. A. E. H: The N. A. E. H. is striving to end homelessness in the U.S.A, and we want to help support this holiday season, so whatever money from our patreon that we don't need to keep the show running, we will be donating to them! So anyone who becomes a  patron now will be contributing to end homelessness in America even a little bit! And if you don't want to become a patron, you can still do right to their website and donate! The Quizzler:  Last week's question: Who was the Slytherin seeker playing against Harry?  The answer is Torrance Higgs. This week's question: What book does Hagrid read to learn how to care for Norbert? Patreon: On our patreon, we aim to give our patrons the best experience that they can have with this podcast, and we appreciate our patrons kind contributions very, very much, and would be thrilled if  you joined our patreon community someday, to unlock a vault full of bonus content and features! Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople)

Wishes and Mirrors "Quidditch, The Mirror of Erised"

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Harry Potter and All Hallows Eve-"Halloween"

In this episode we discuss the significance of Halloween in Harry's life, and we play some fun Halloween themed games! Links: -Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com -Twitter: @potter_people -Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople The Quizzler: Last week's question: What was the Gryffindor Common Room Password? (pigsnout) This wee's question: How tall was the troll that the trio knocked out? How to Contact us:  If you'd like to contact us for any reason, you can do so on twitter, or by email, where we are potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com  Patreon: Our patrons are very appreciated, and they help us keep the show running, we'd love it if you would like to join our generous community of patrons as well sometime! Also, this week, our patrons get a great Halloween themed bonus episode!  Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople)

Magical Mentors "The Potions Master, The Midnight Duel"

Today we discuss teachers and how they affect Harry vs. How they affect us. We also discuss implicit bias and favoritism and what we think of these. Links: -Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com -Twitter: @potter_people -Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/potterpeople Buzzsprout: If you are interested in buzzsprout, please click on this link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1209326 The Quizzler: Last week's question: Who was the third person who gets sorted? Answer: Terry Boot This week's question: What is the Gryffindor Common Room password? How to Contact us: If you ever want to contact us for any reason, you can reach us at potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com. Support us:  Now is a good time to become a patron, not only for our ultimate Potter People Halloween bonus episode, but for our patron drawing. We greatly appreciate our patrons and we'd love if you would join them, it truly means a lot to us! Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople)

Sorting and Seclusion "The Sorting Hat"

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Fiends and Friendship-"The Journey from Platform Nine & Three Quarters"

In this episode we discuss chapter six of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling, and Harry's interactions with his new friends and enemies. Links: patreon: http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com twitter: @potter_people Instagram: potter_people_934 The Quizzler:  Last week's question: How often do the Gringotts Goblins check the vaults? Answer: Every ten years This week's question: Which Weasley went through the barrier first? Contact us: If you'd ever like to contact us, we would love to hear from you at potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com. We greatly enjoy reading your emails, and we would love to receive anything from Quizzler answers, to episode ideas! Support us:     Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/potterpoeple)

Hidden & Heavenly-"Diagon Alley"

In this episode we engage in a discussion about chapter five of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone,"Diagon Alley," by J.K.Rowling and how separate the wizarding world is from the world is from the muggle world and how this relates to events today. We also dive into how amazing this chapter is and all the groundwork it lays. Links: -Patreon:  http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople -Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com -Twitter: @potter_people How to contact Potter People: If you would like to contact us for any reason; theories, comments, Quizzler answers...You can go to potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com. Don't hesitate to email in! The Quizzler: Last week's question: Q: "Where did the Dursleys stay before the shack?" A: "The Railview Hotel." This Week's Question: "How often do the goblins of Gringotts check their vaults?" You can respond on our twitter, or to our email, and we would LOVE to hear from you! How to support us: If you would like to support our podcast, you can go to http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople at any time! We would love your support and we appreciate our patrons very much. We hope to see you on pareon!

The Limits of Control-"The Letters From No One, The Keeper of the Keys"

In this episode we discuss chapters three, and four of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K.Rowling, and how the Dursleys are very anti-education. We also talk about how this affects Both Harry and Dudley. We also discuss about Harry's first ever real birthday and how 'magical' it was. Links: -Patreon:  http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople -Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com -Twitter: @potter_people Just a quick note:  For our patrons, our first bonus episode is released this week! In this episode we debate whether Draco Malfoy is more good or bad... How to contact Potter People: If you are interested in contacting us with any ideas, comments, theories, or questions...don't hesitate to send them in! You can use gmail, twitter, or patreon. The Quizzler: Last week's question: Q: How many presents did Dudley receive for his birthday in total? A: 39 presents This week's question: Q: What is the name of the hotel the Dursleys stayed at before the shack? How to support us: If you are interested in joining our community of wonderful patrons, you can support us by going to http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople. We would truly love your help in keeping this podcast going! Also, spoiler alert: On our next episode we are going to be having one of our Malfoy level patrons on with us! Thanks in advance for your support!

The Effects of Abuse-"The Vanishing Glass"

I this episode we discuss chapter two of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, by J.K. Rowling, and how the abuse Harry received all his life could have turned him into a really terrible person. We also discuss how Dudley being pampered all his life is really terrible for him, and how Petunia and Vernon are really not doing him a favor by giving him what ever he wants. Links: -Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople -Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com -Twitter: @potter_people Just a quick note:  We want to give a HUGE thanks to MuggleCast for mentioning us on their last episode! Thanks MuggleCast, you are amazing! Also we apologize if this episode is too short, it wasn't the longest chapter so there weren't too many topics to discuss.  How to contact Potter People:  If you would like to contact Potter People with any theories, comments, ideas, or anything else you can email us at potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com You can also contact us on twitter were we are @potter_people The Quizzler: Last week's question: Q: What is the name of Ginny's Pygmy Puff? A: "Arnold"-Coral from Seattle This week's question: Q: How many presents did Dudley receive in total on birthday? How to support us: If you would like to support us on patreon, and unlock a series of bonus features and special opportunities, you can go to http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople. We greatly appreciate our patrons and would love if you would join them, thanks!

The Downsides of Fame-"The Boy Who Lived" (Official)

In this episode we discuss chapter one of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling, and how several aspects of fame affect youth and children today. We also discuss how society today has created so many labels and boxes that people sorted into, and why this is so harmful to this generation. Links: -Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/potterpeople -Gmail: potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com -Twitter: @potter_people Just a Quick Note: Our episode may not be perfect, there might be audio issues and some stuttering, but we want to let you know that we tried hard and we would love your feedback on how we could do better! Thanks so much for listening! Our First Sponsor: "We are proud to introduce our first sponsor; Hollow Reed Sound Healing Arts! Hollow Reed Sound Healing Arts is a small art and sound healing business which offers a multitude of healings and native american style art pieces, such as drums, and more, both pre-made and personalized for you! Handcrafted pieces made with the best materials guarantee customer satisfaction with every purchase. Hollow Reed Sound Healing Arts will also be offering a 20% discount on any drum, rattle, dream catcher or sound healing to the next 20 people to text “Potter People” to (515) 720-7067, again, (515) 720-7067. Thanks again to Hollow Reed Sound Healing Arts for their sponsorship!" How to Contact Potter People: If you have any questions, comments, or theories for us you can email us at potterpeoplethepodcast@gmail.com or you can contact us on twitter, where we are potterpeople.  How to Become a Patron:  We greatly appreciate our patrons and would love if you joined our community of them as well! You can help support and improve our podcast by going to patreon.com/potterpeople. Also for any listener who becomes a patron by August 8th will be eligible to win a Hogwarts Crest Collectible Key Chain! (we will announce the winner in our next episode.)