The Real Weird Sisters: Recent Episodes
Alice Asleson and Martha Krebill
Alice and Martha discuss everyone’s favorite “journalist,” Rita Skeeter, as she makes her first appearances of the series. From her coverage of the events at the World Cup to her slander of Hermione, Harry, and Hagrid, Rita makes a splash in the fourth book!
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Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss the minute Tim thought was supposed to be on the last Take Five, as well as the four minutes after that! Draco breaks Harry’s nose very convincingly, Luna practices mending bones, and Flitwick doesn’t recognize Harry (or does he?). At least that’s what we assume happens – no one can be sure because you can’t actually see much!
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Who is the little old man with Harry’s knobbly knees? Why is Harry’s entire extended family dead? Does the Lily and James timeline even make sense? Alice and Martha discuss all the important questions about the Mirror of Erised on this week’s One Page at a Time!
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Aunt Marge arrives at the Dursleys, who were damn good to take Harry in! Alice and Martha discuss Dursley family dynamics, Colonel Fubster, Ripper and more on this week’s episode!
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Alice and Martha return with special guest Shut Up Tim, who definitely understands the concept of five minutes and who takes copious noootes to prepare for each episode! There’s some great writing and acting in these five minutes, as well as pygmy puffs, nargles, and Peruvian Instant Darkness powder!
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Alice and Martha discuss the first of Hagrid’s tales, as he tells Harry the story of Lily and James’ murder with some interesting “insights” into what may have happened that night. Get ready for some amazing Hagrid impressions and even though they might have cookies, don’t be tempted to go to the dark side!
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Alice and Martha follow Harry and Dumbledore into a world entirely their own, as Dunderbore – sorry, Dumberton, meets young Tom Riddle for the first time.
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Alice and Martha are once again joined by special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss the next five minutes of Half-Blood Prince. Bellatrix and her real weird Cissy head to Spinner’s End to make the Unbreakable Vow, Snape enjoys the summer by connecting with his Muggle roots, and Harry gets a taste of the Weasleys’ Wonder Emporium.
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A little less Michael Gambon and a little more Hedwig makes for a slightly better five minutes for Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss this week! Harry makes his way to the Burrow, via side-along (?) apparition. You’d think Mrs. Weasley would know if Harry Potter was in her house, and you’d also think maybe she wouldn’t encourage the kids to light random newspapers on fire in the house..
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Sirius dusts off his voice on this week’s episode, as Alice and Martha enter the Shrieking Shack (mansion?) to hear all about how Sirius survived and escaped the very realistic Azkaban prison. Plus, Hermione manages not to be annoying, and Lupin enters teacher mode with some excellent classroom management skills.
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Alice, Martha, and SPECIAL GUEST Shut Up Tim discuss the second five minutes of Half-Blood Prince, which sees Harry taking Dumbledore’s arm off to Budleigh Babberton, Dumbledore channeling his inner Sanguini, and David Yates quickly turning into David Yikes.
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How very right Alice and Martha were about the first single-digit One Page at a Time! “Jim Dale” gets to do the full narration this week, as Mr. Dursley drifts into an uneasy sleep and the cat on the wall doesn’t move an inch (wow!). Dumbledore stomps down the Privet Drive runway, and while we’re at it, we may as well do a deep dive into the origins of the street’s name!
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Nearly Headless Nick has his 500th Deathday Party upstaged by not only the Headless Hunt, but Myrtle and Peeves as well on this week’s One Page at a Time! Find out whether or not Jacob’s sibling is a ghost, whether or not Mary would be capable of drawing flying moldy peanuts, and which memes fit perfectly with this week’s page!
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Firenze comes galloping in to save Divination! Alice and Martha discuss his CGI movie portrayal, the likelihood of teenagers swooning over a centaur, and an “I love magic!” moment on this week’s One Page at a Time.
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Did a veela send a blast out into the universe? Alice and Martha make some confident (not necessarily correct) assertions about the movie, forget to give a moral of the week, and test out lots of character impressions on this week’s One Page at a Time!
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Alice and Martha break down the most fun and hilarious page yet! Dumbledore senses traces of magic in a very mysterious manner, Harry brags about his fitness and his youth, and Voldemort once again fails to realize that physical pain is not the worst thing in the world.
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Alice and Martha discuss the Dursleys’ initial reactions to his first Hogwarts letter and dive into some interesting canonical lore that may or may not actually explain who is responsible for sending the letters. Hopefully you don’t have to silently fight Dudley for a chance to listen at the keyhole to this episode!
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Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are BACK, baby! They’ve been reckless in their time off, and so has Harry. This episode is sure to be very pretty, so take our arm and we’ll be off!
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Alice and Martha are back to the third book, and someone’s prediction has come true! Stanley (??) makes his first OPAAT appearance as “Neville”, who outta read the papers more, finds out that Sirius isn’t just a Muggle convict.
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Malfoy is back to his old tricks of taunting the Gryffindor Quidditch team on this page which sets Ron’s tragic Keeper arc into motion. Angelina manages to keep her cool, Harry shows off his athletic prowess, and Pansy takes lessons from Bellatrix. Alice and Martha recap the 291st page of Order of the Phoenix in this week’s One Page at a Time!
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In a rare twist, the pensieve is about to enter a world which is entirely our own, as Caractacus Burke recounts his memory of scamming poor Merope and (possibly) doing more than anyone else to set Voldemort for misery. Alice and Martha recap the 261st page of Half-Blood Prince in this week’s One Page at a Time!
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It’s thestral time, baby! Harry, Neville, and Luna show off their thestral expertise while Ron, Hermione, and Ginny stand open-mouthed and staring in confusion. How are they meant to get on these things?? Plus, a OPAAT first, as this page is half GP art!
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It’s time for Hagrid’s first Care of Magical Creatures lesson for the year! Aided by his disheveled appearance, the ominous Forbidden Forest, and his shrieking cry, Hagrid’s classroom management skills have never been better. Alice and Martha also announce this year’s real weird March Madness bracket.
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Alice and Martha head back to the seventh book, where Harry and Hermione are about to find out the truth (?) about Dumbledore’s friendships with both Grindelwald and “Dogbreath” Doge. Plus, find out if Chuck Knives prevailed and how Zach W. has been confirming his listenership!
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Alice and Martha discuss page 328 of book 6 for the second time in a week! It’s almost Christmas and Harry and Ron have a lot to discuss after Slughorn’s party. Fred and George may be off to the muggle village, but Harry and Ron are the ones learning valuable lessons about hard work and perseverance.
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It’s back to the Potions classroom this week, as Ron pays the price for sloppy chopping and Draco milks his “injured arm.” Snape’s just trying his best to be happy, can you blame him for wanting to teach Ron a lesson? (Alice and Martha can).
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Alice and Martha return to Sorcerer’s Stone for a unique Hermione and Ron POV page. Draco is full of witty jabs, Neville is full of amazing comebacks, and Ron is surprisingly composed. And yes, Snape’s refereeing.
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Dumbledore’s phone is blowing up, Lucius is about to lose his servant, and Harry knows exactly where to look during this important exchange. Alice and Martha break down this surprisingly falling-action page of Chamber of Secrets.
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Alice and Martha return to the Hospital Wing, where the remaining professors (who haven’t been murdered like the headmaster) decide what to do with the school, even if there’s not a monster in the bowels of the castle.
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Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim close the book on Mike Newell’s magnum opus, discussing the credits of Goblet of Fire.
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This week’s episode features Snape’s first speaking appearance, both in the books and in the One Page at a Time series. Alice and Martha discuss the wonderful pedagogy behind Snape’s Potions lesson as well as Seamus’s inherent charisma. Plus, find out which unlikely character is most like a bird!
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Something horrible has happened here! This page may not be pretty, but Alice and Martha find plenty to discuss about Slughorn’s “murder” scene. Harry plays detective, Slughorn has to have his piano, Dumbledore is five steps ahead of everyone else, as usual.
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Alice and Martha discuss Dumbledore’s Tale at King’s Cross. With so much dialogue from Dumbledore, this week is ripe with band an album name options! Plus, find out which MGP illustration would make an excellent Christmas tree topper,
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We are back to celebrate the holiday season in the realest and weirdest ways possible. First, Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Shandy to simulate a Secret Santa gift exchange with members of the Order of the Phoenix. Secondly (00:30:41), the sisters do a deep dive into all the mentions of the word “Christmas” in the Harry Potter series that do not include the classic Christmas gifts. And finally (01:01:56), Alice and Martha are joined by Shut Up Tim (@ShutUpTim) to Take Five minutes 55:00-60:00 of 2024’s classic film Red One!
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Alice and Martha tell a group of second-year girls about Sirius’s break-in – oh wait, that’s Ron! From Sirius’s ghastly visage to Ron’s ability to make him scamper, Ron’s tale is sure to impress on this week’s One Page at a Time.
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Harry’s arm bones might not be back yet, but Dobby is! On this week’s One Page at a Time, Alice and Martha discuss linguistics, magical medicine, house elves, and more.
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Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back to (nearly) wrap up Goblet of Fire! Some more amazing acting from the trio, including an amazing bounce-back to full spirits from Harry, along with some sentimental goodbyes from the lovely ladies of Beauxbatons and the gentlemen of Durmstrang round out Mike Newell’s magnum opus. Don’t worry, we’ll be back to give the credits their full due on the next Take Five!
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Alice and Martha return to the fourth book as Harry prepares for the third task. A sweet moment from Ced, a not-so-sweet moment from Amos, and an almost non-existent moment from Mrs. Diggory take up the first half of the page, while Mrs. Weasley’s reminiscing about the good ol’ days of Ogg and Bill simply being cool take up the second half. Plus, a cameo from Michael Gambon – what more could you ask for?
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Alice and Martha continue to strike seventh book gold as they discuss another chapter from “The Goblin’s Revenge.” Ron’s unreasonable and irascible mood dominate this page as the trio discusses all of their deep inside knowledge that could help them track down the horcruxes, including the lightbulb moment that Voldemort was educated at Hogwarts!
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Alice and Martha return to the thrilling page sequence in Sirius’s bedroom. A shady reference to Muriel, a (Hermione voice) “Harry” and a possible hint of Bucky’s presence? What more could we ask for??
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Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim discuss the 28th five minutes of Goblet of Fire, which includes the reveal of the real Moody and a special bonding moment over shared scars, all of which is apparently extremely boring to Dumbledore.
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Martha gets to practice her singing (and just so you know, she actually can carry a tune, unlike Slughorn) as Harry gets some implied help from Felix following Aragog’s burial on this week’s episode! Plus, find out which legendary character Odo the Hero is definitely based on and what Slughorn most likely did with the acromantual venom he procured.
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Find out who Bathilda is (unless, like Harry, you’ve already figured it out), whether or not Godric’s Hollow suffers from the Charity Burbage Effect, and why Snape may have a case for a lawsuit on this week’s One Page at a Time. Alice and Martha’s excitement for returning to the seventh book may or may not have been justified with this page!
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Alice and Martha return to Grimmauld Place, where this crucial page includes plenty of dungbomb hilarity and… not much else! Don’t worry, though, there are obviously plenty of unique adverbs and even a mention of dear old Crookshanks to keep us afloat!
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Alice and Martha return to character studies, covering one of the realest weirdos of all time! So, don your sun colors, sit far away from any erumpent horns, and hope that you’re one of Fleur’s guests so that Viktor doesn’t duel you right here and now! Luna will be back any minute with the Freshwater Plimpies…
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Lockhart makes his third appearance in the OPAAT series, but will he win Real Weirdo yet again? Alice and Martha discuss page 297 of Chamber of Secrets, where Ginny’s body is already lying in the Chamber forever, and the author is abusing adverbs more than ever.
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It’s finally time for the iconic “MY BOYYYY” moment. Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim reconvene to discuss Harry’s amazing acting, Moody’s impressive impressions, and… was that the Giant Squid?? Plus, Alice has both a Slumdog Millionaire moment and possibly her dumbest guess of all time (according to Tim) during the Gimme Five.
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Alice and Martha head back to Owl Post Again, again! This time, the trio is released from the hospital wing, hardly believing the events of just last night. Was that the Giant Squid??
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This week, Alice gets a break from extended Jim Dale narration and Martha does much of the heavy lifting with a classic impression of a real weirdo. Phineas Nigellus Black makes his first appearance on a One Page at a Time episode, as he gives a Quora-like lecture to Harry and “simple girl” Hermione about the limitations of the Hogwarts portraits.
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Alice and Martha are back to discuss page 752 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Hermione practices her improvisation skills and wows with her athletic prowess, while Umbridge falls for pretty obvious manipulation tactics and Harry resists the urge to strangle her.
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When in doubt, follow the spiders to this week’s One Page at a Time! Alice and Martha’s discussion this week includes analysis of Ron’s phobia and awe at Harry’s experience with the Forbidden Forest. Plus, Lockhart is positively giddy following Hagrid’s apprehension as Slytherin’s heir.
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This week’s One Page at a Time takes Alice and Martha to the 388th page of Half-Blood Prince, which takes place in “Birthday Surprises” but doesn’t include any actual birthday surprises. Harry obsesses over Malfoy on the Marauder’s Map, while Alice and Martha obsess over the feasibility and scale of the map.
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Alice and Martha cover the 492nd page of Order of the Phoenix, on which Harry fears he might be the weapon, the group rides the muggle train, and Mary GrandPre’s beautiful, festive art is prominently featured.
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Alice and Martha discuss the 304th page of Sorcerer’s Stone, as Harry gets a handsome, unlikely, and possibly even shady gift from Hagrid, escapes Madam Pomfrey’s control, and makes his way to the end of term feast.
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Alice and Martha discuss the 597th page of Goblet of Fire, where Dumbledore makes his first significant appearance of the One Page at a Time series as he explains a world which is entirely his own to Harry and Fawkes’s presence is heavily implied.
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Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back to continue discussing the graveyard scene, this time featuring a full-bodied Voldemort and some very shadowy figures. Plus, Harry gets a new job as a spokeperson for a popular fast food restaurant!
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In a surprising twist, Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are almost as excited to discuss this week’s five minutes as Cedric was to realize the cup was a portkey! Wormtail casually slices his hand off, Daniel Radcliffe puts on the performance of a lifetime, and “Ralph Vines” transforms from the Embrymort into a full human body complete with prosthetic fingertips.
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In one of the most Hermione’s bag-worthy pages so far, Harry stops Ron from some important personal growth and Hermione bursts into tears at the boys! Find out which segment is a bit of a struggle for this page, and work through all of the WW questions with Alice and Martha on this week’s One Page at a Time!
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One of Martha’s predictions from last week comes true as Harry finds himself in detention with Lockhart, hearing voices that no one else can hear. Is lilac ink really so strange, and who/what exactly is Gladys Gudgeon? Alice and Martha don’t even need Quora to ask the most pressing questins on this week’s episode!
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Oh, cheer up, listeners! Alice and Martha return to the One Page at a Time series, while the trio returns home for the summer holidays. All on this page: the first sighting of a very tiny owl, an absence of food (especially chocolate), and a few good games of Exploding Snap!
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It might be the most boring five minutes yet, but that doesn’t mean it will be most boring Take Five yet! Alice and Martha are joined once again by special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss more of the maze (maize?), the incredibly underwhelming red sparks, and the thrilling discovery Cedric makes upon being transported to the graveyard.
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On this Take Five, Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim talk mistakes of epic proportions, voiceover flubs, and the Hogwarts band. It might seem like we’re close to the end of the movie now that the third task is beginning, but there’s still lots to cover before we reach the goblet, which only Professor Moody knows the exact location of.
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Alice and Martha close the book on Fleur, discussing her arc in the seventh book. Fleur may be ‘ideous as one of the seven Potters, but don’t worry – her beauty is noted in just about every other scene! And it doesn’t seem like she minded spending Christmas with Ron and missing out on Celestina’s warbling.
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Hello, Father! Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back to discuss JUNIOR’S race around the courtroom, Karkaroff’s dramatics in the cage and the closet, and Dumbledore’s pensive monologuing about the Pensieve. You may be surprised by the appearance of Filch on this podcast!
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The characterfleur studies continue, as Alice and Martha discuss Phlegm in the fifth and sixth books. Ol’ Fleur Delacour eemproves ‘er Eenglish, ‘Arry becomes a Fleur apologist, and Bill starts to enjoy his steaks extra rare. We will return with Part 3 to properly eulogize our favorite French character!
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Alice and Martha return to character studies to discuss everyone’s favorite French champion, Fleur Delacour! Hermione might not give her a fair shake, and Ollivander might scoff at her Veela-hair wand, but Fleur has a lot of redeeming characteristics, too! At least she’s not a leetle boy!
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Three of Martha’s most infamous characters, plus Harry and Ron convene on this week’s page for some very goofy times in the Hospital Wing. Plus, find out what Mary GrandPre has been up to during quarantine! (Don’t worry; it doesn’t involve Twitter).
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In the most somber OPAAT yet, Alice and Martha review recent bad news in the Wizarding World, which is affecting many of Harry’s classmates, including Hannah Abbott, a round-faced Hufflepuff student, the Patil twins, and Lavender Brown. Luckily, Harry’s memory is up to the task of remembering all the important details he need to successfully analyze his classmates’ actions!
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One Page at a Time returns to Prisoner of Azkaban, this time for a scene in which Sirius acts enormously strangely. Alice and Martha discuss cat, rat, and dog and scrounge for a bird too, of course!
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Alice and Martha discuss page 231 of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Alice gets to practice long-form Jim Dale impressions, Barty Crouch Jr. gets to make some weird decisions as Moody, and Harry’s at of defiance has the potential to become a pretty sick meme.
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To discuss this amazing five minutes, Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Shut Up Tim! There’s plenty of tongue wiggling, MVB contenders, and cringy Hagrid moments to break down this week! Harry even gets to enter a world which is entirely his own. And don’t worry, the microwave minutes may be over, but there’s a new segment in town!
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Alice and Martha continue with their new show format – One Page at a Time! In this series, the sisters will focus on one randomly selected page from the series each week. This week’s episode covers Order of the Phoenix, page 341, on which the D.A. is solidly “In the Hog’s Head.”
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Alice and Martha premiere a new show format – One Page at a Time! In this series, the sisters will focus on one randomly selected page from the series each week. This week’s episode covers Prisoner of Azkaban, page 119, on which the trio nerviously, anxiously, and gloomily reflects on Bucky’s conflict with Malfoy.
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It’s time to close the seventh book on Remus John Lupin, husband of “Dora,” who prefers to go by her surname only. Alice and Martha spend plenty of time making fun of dear old Lupin, but also properly eulogizing him for the wonderful teacher and person that he was.
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Alice and Martha go through the tiramisu-like “layers” of Remus John Lupin’s reactions and behaviors in the first half of Deathly Hallows. And even though it seemed like the Lupinversation would wrap up this week, the proper eulogy will happen next week!
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In the third installment of the Lupinversation, Alice and Martha cover Lupin’s arc in the fifth and sixth books. Lupin goes underground, comforts dear Tonks on the loss of her cousin (who she might’ve been a little in love with) and finds out the “truth” about Severus (Snape).
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Alice and Martha take some time to remember their grandmother, Doris Krebill, who passed away earlier this month at age 99. Following a brief introduction is the Real Weird Grandma’s interview from the 2019 Mother’s Day special episode.
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Alice and Martha resume the Lupinversation after just a little time off! It is he, Remus John Lupin in the fourth and fifth books, not yet husband of Nymphadora Tonks (who prefers to go by her surname only).
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Alice and Martha discuss another dynamic duo this week – Hepzibah Smith and Hokey the House Elf! Though he only gets to see them for one pensieve memory, Harry doesn’t withhold his judgment of Hepzibah and Hokey tugs at his heartstrings enough to activate a newfound passion for Hermione’s society, SPEW.
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Alice and Martha start the Bobversation at the House of Gaunt and Coleminate at Tom Riddle’s orphanage. This week’s dynamic duo of characters is thick as thieves and incredibly stannable, or as Dumbledore might say, rich in detail and satisfyingly accurate.
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It may be the end of Goblet of Fire’s microwave minutes, but Mike Newell’s magnum opus is far from over! There might not be much dialogue as Harry completes the Second Task, but Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim still find plenty to nitpick, from ze grindylows to Hermione’s sub-par impression of Fleur.
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The Ronversation comes to a close as Alice and Martha discuss Ron’s part in the battle of HogWARTS and his many full circle moments at the end of the seventh book.
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Welcome back to the 75th Ronversation and the first Dragomir Despardversation! This week, Alice and Martha discuss Ron’s travels with Harry to Shell Cottage, Gringotts, and HogsMEADE.
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Ron’s back, and so is conversation about the Ronversation! This week’s episode covers the time between Ron’s return and the trio’s “visit” to Malfoy Manor.
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Remembered Ron, have you? Well, luckily, so have Alice and Martha as they return to the seventh book Ronversation for the first time in a few weeks. This episode spans from Ron’s splinching to Ron’s departure and finally, Ron’s return. Ron may reach a low point this episode, but his classic one-liners reach a high point.
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As 2024 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. First, Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Shandy to cast A Christmas Carol with Wizarding World characters. Up second (00:32:26), the sisters Take Five on the Christmas classic Jingle All the Way, with special guest Shut Up Tim (@ShutUpTim). And finally (01:28:30), Alice and Martha rate Harry Potter themed gifts according to their own unique rubric!
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Special guest Shut Up Tim is back to discuss the Second Task with Alice and Martha. Neville might have killed Harry Potter, but the “treasures” are the real victims in this five minutes!
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Alice and Martha cover Ron’s arc in the time the trio spends after leaving the Burrow up through their adventures at the Ministry. From hugely significant symbolism to whether or not Gamp’s Law applies to clothes, the Ronversation continues to break new ground in Harry Potter discourse!
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Alice and Martha begin Ronversing about Ron’s arc in the seventh book, discussing events leading up to the trio’s departure from the Burrow. Did Ron really not know if Harry had a tattoo? What exactly is a ghoul? All your most pressing questions will be answered!
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Take a trip into the Pensieve and all the way down to Whoville this week! But is it the same Whoville as the Grinch visits? Find out all this and more, including who the podcast’s resident sour kangaroo is.
In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of the Week, and Sorting Hat! Take Fives and character studies will continue, with this new episode format being added to the rotation with the other two formats.
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And just like that, the sixth book Ronversation comes to a close, as Alice and Martha discuss Ron’s relationships with his family, Luna, and Hagrid, as well as the victims of his bullying (including poor Sir Nicholas!), and his role in the canonicly titled “Battle of the Astronomy Tower.”
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Alice and Martha continue the Ronversation, discussing Ron’s plots with Quidditch and school as well as his relationships with Snape and Slughorn. There’s a lot or rewinding, apparating, and confunding moments this week, and there’s still another full episode of Ron in the sixth book before the sisters will begin the final eulogy on Ron.
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Even thought last week’s show would have been the perfect ending point for the show, Alice and Martha decide to return to finish eulogizing Ron his relationships with girls in the sixth book! Won-won may not make Madam Rosmerta laugh, but at least he’s amazing with apparating and faking sleep in the Hospital Wing!
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It’s endless brat summer as Alice and Martha keep the Ronversation going, discussing Ron’s relationships with girls in the sixth book. This podcast probably can’t pass the Bechdel test, but we all know you can’t get enough of it!
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Alice and Martha move the Ronversation to book six Ron, starting with his relationship with brat Harry! Hopefully this episode will have you guffawing as much as the boys when Harry levicorpuses Ron!
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Special guest Shut Up Tim joins Alice and Martha to break down the next five minutes of Goblet of Fire, in which Harry gets ogled by his forty-year-old twin, Moaning Myrtle. So, if you’re anything like Tim, settle into a nice relaxing bath and spend the next hour and a half doused in this riveting discussion!
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Alice and Martha conclude the fifth book Ronversation, but don’t worry, there’s still a good 6-8 episodes left to properly eulogize Ron! This week’s discusison covers Ron’s relationships with his family, Luna, and, most importantly, Sir Nicholas!
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The Ronversation continues as Alice and Martha focus on Ron’s relationship with Hermione in the fifth book. Even though they’re always having a go at each other and driving Harry mad, Ron and Hermione might actually be more of a team than ever before.
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Alice and Martha are once again joined by special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss another brilliant five minutes of Mike Newell’s magnum opus! Hermione chastises the boys, Harry enters a REM cycle in record-breaking time, and Alfonso’s influence helps move the film along. Viktor might not be particularly loquacious, but luckily for you, the sisters are!
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Alice and Martha resume their Ronversation about Ron’s relationships with two of his closest mates, Harry and Quidditch (talk about a cute name!). And even though it’s a Ron character study, listen to find out just how little Ginny really is, and what Malfoy might have pursued as a career in another universe.
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It’s onto the fifth book and Alice and Martha may be genuinely entering their Ron stan era as they discuss his friendship with Harry! He might drive Harry mad with all his rowing with Hermione, but in the end, these two best mates will always come around for each other!
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The fourth book Ronversation continues as Alice and Martha discuss Ron’s relationships with many extremely important side characters. Pigwidgeon Xes madly, Fleur uses her veela charm, and Krum looks really grumpy every time the sisters rewind back to the Quidditch World Cup. Next week, it’s onto the fifth book!
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Alice and Martha continue Ronversing about Ron in the fourth book, this time focusing on his relationships with Hermione and his family. Between his disparaging attitude about SPEW and his disdain for “Vicky,” it’s pretty clear Ron knows what he’s doing when it comes to impressing girls he cares about.
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Find out who’s a crazy elf, a carefree ogre, a unicorn, and a hairy troll as Alice and Martha are once again joined by special guest Shut Up Tim to recap the next five minutes of Goblet of Fire! Harry and Ron are the ultimate party poopers in this segment, the Patil twins find their acting groove, and Flitwick crowdsurfs, possibly against his will.
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The Ronversation continues as Alice and Martha begin discussing Ron in the fourth book, starting with his relationship with Harry. From their biggest fight yet to the bulging bag of Dungbombs Ron gives Harry for Christmas, there are some high highs and low lows this book!
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Alice and Martha finally resume the Ronversation, discussing Ron’s plots in the third book! In this book, Ron gets a little taste of fame, his relationship with Scabbers takes several turns for the worst, and he proves that he might be more than just a little stitious.
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It may take nineteen minutes before getting to the meat of the show, but Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are so excited to talk about the next five minutes of Mike Newell’s magnum opus! This week, twins start getting their own personalities (and looks), Cho stumbles over her words while accusing Harry of being a mumbler, and the OG MVB makes its appearance. AWKWARD!!
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Alice and Martha talk through 100 great saves by Cormac McLaggen, even though it’s not quite clear where he has actually played Quidditch before. McLaggen may not be Harry’s favorite, but he’s a great decoy date for Hermione and practically King Slug!
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Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim discuss the fourteenth five minutes of Mike Newell’s classic masterpiece. There’s plenty to talk about this week, including twinspeak (times two), alliterations, dancing lessons, and the return of the OG MVB Nigel! And by the way, who’s Pinch??
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Alice and Martha take a break from stories about mice to cover a story about a dog, Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo. Is Miss Franny Block really a librarian? Where do Litmus Lozenges get their flavor? And did Dave Matthews kill his chances at an acting career with his portrayal of Otis? Find out the answers to these questions and more!
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It’s time to propery eulogize our favorite Slytherin head of house! Alice and Martha discuss Harry’s successful procurement of the memory and Slughorn’s impressive seventh book arc. “To friendship! To generosity! To ten Galleons a hair!”
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Alice and Martha continue their discussion about ol’ Sluggy, who throws an amazing and not at all problematic Christmas party. Harry makes a valiant atttempt to get the memory from him (although the tampered memory was very convincing!). Finally, when in doubt, just shove a bezoar down their throats!
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Two full minutes of a joyride / dragon chase around the Hogwarts grounds, how thrilling! Harry nearly DIES, but luckily lives to revel in the glory of amping up the Gryffindor Common Room crowd. Meanwhile, Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim compete to see who can tell the most compelling Microwave Minute story.
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Alice and Martha discuss everyone’s favorite Slytherin, Professor Slughorn! This giant slug loves collecting creature comforts, knows how to amp up the drama for Potions class, and doesn’t mess around with Death Eaters or the likes of Abraxas Malfoy.
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It’s another mouse book this week! Alice and Martha discuss The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary. Ralph might not be quite as sweet as Remy, but he’s miles ahead of Stuart… and remember, mice grow up much faster than human boys! #boymouse
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Yes, it really has taken three character studies to analyze Seamus’s complex arc! In this episode, Seamus “apologizes” to Harry for the error of his ways, leaving Harry free to angle for his approval once again.
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Alice and Martha discuss Seamus in the fourth and fifth books. His storyline picks up speed as we meet his mom (or possibly a paid Craigslist actor??), see his passion for Irish Quidditch, and watch as he falls victim to the Daily Prophet propaganda.
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Kaboom! It’s time to blow some things up! Alice and Martha deviate from the official Real Weirdos list to cover Me Cousin Fergus’s cousin, Seamus Finnigan (not Finnegan) in the first three books. His “arc” may leave something to be desired, but Harry’s still all about those Seamus winks!
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Alice and Martha discuss Curious George, the Man in the Yellow Hat, and H.A. and Margret Rey. Though he may not have a tail, Curious George proves to be a much more endearing main character than Stuart Little, and thankfully, he would almost certainly beat Stuart in a fight!
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Alice and Martha discuss the first unnamed character to win the Real Weirdo, Canonical John Major! This isn’t a Fudge character study, and this isn’t a Scrimgeour character study, and it isn’t about the froglike man in the painting, either, although Mary GrandPre might lead us to believe otherwise.
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Well done, Dragon! Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim have made it through the first hour of Goblet of Fire… oooOOOhhhh! Harry fights the Horntail (what’s that, boy??), Krum fights Rita, and Alice fights to understand perspective and time jumps!
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Alice and Martha enter a world which is entirely E.B. White’s own, which may or may not be a good thing. Is Stuart a mouse or not? What ever happened to Margolo? And what exactly were the publishers thinking? Stuart Little is quite the canoe ride and is nothing like the sisters remembered.
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Alice, Martha, and Jim Dale are back to finish discussing Neville. In the seventh book, Neville becomes–there’s no other word for it–cool. As usual, this is obvious to readers through his long hair, his casual demeanor, and his habit of calling people by the first syllable of their name. Neville’s arc is one of the best of the series, and Alice and Martha do take a break from mocking him to praise his final moments.
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Neville’s arc continues in the sixth book, though perhaps not quite as gracefully as readers might hope – there’s still plenty of falling on his back, hitting his head, and of course, lighting his own pants on fire! Though Dean might still find him hilarious, Harry, Augusta, and McGonagall seem to view Neville with a newfound respect.
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I dink it’s time for our fifth Neville character study, in fact I’b sure id is! After Christmas on the closed ward, Neville takes an “alarming” and “unnerving” turn as he becomes a master dueler, which he shows off at the Department of Mysteries — a completely error-free enterprise on Neville and all the DA teens’ behalf. This episode covers Neville’s arc in the second half of Order of the Phoenix.
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It’s time for Neville Part 4, which of course covers Neville in the first half of the fifth book! Alice and Martha discuss his amazing birthday present, a potential new nickname, and the turning point for his character arc in this week’s episode.
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Alice and Martha pick up their conversation on Neville from several years ago, this time, hopefully, without repeating any content! In the fourth book, Neville continues his arc as the class dunce and is often the butt of the narrator’s jokes. But with the revelation about what happened to his parents, Harry and readers begin to see Neville in a new light.
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It’s time to break down everyone’s favorite dynamic duo of professors! With help from the Wiki, Alice and Martha speculate on whether old Griselda Marchbanks is really a close friend of the Malfoys, how old Professor Tofty really is, and what these two legendary proctors do for the rest of the school year.
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Alice and Martha dive into Make Way for Ducklings by Robert McCloskey. This super cute picture book includes some yaasss queen moments, a deadbeat dad, and some questionable duck-feeding tips. In any case, it’s not The Borrowers… and that’s for the best!
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Mike NeWELL, it’s time for another Take Five! Special guest Shut Up Tim joins the sisters to discuss Moody’s transfiguration tactics and tongue antics. Find out which sister scares Tim more, and listen for a first on the Quora Question of the Week segment!
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Alice and Martha discuss Grawp, Hagrid’s absolutely miniscule younger brother. From his special bond with Hermy to his role in the Battle of Hogwarts, Grawp’s amazing arc in the series provides plenty of conversation fodder!
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Chappell (@Chappells_Show), and the Sorting Beret to sort the contestants of the second season of The Traitors US into Hogwarts houses.
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Alice and Martha review Mrs. Piggle Wiggle by the highly memorable Betty MacDonald. Mid-century kids misbehaving and being disciplined… what could go wrong?
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Alice, Martha and special guest Shut Up Tim are back for another Take Five! Find out what significant figures, Willem Dafoe, and teenage tragedy have to do with this week’s five minutes. Just don’t ask Hermione to deliver any messages, because she’s NOT an owl… cut to the fire!
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Alice and Martha resume inferring things about tiny little Professor Flitwick. Find out why he wasn’t a member of the Order, what was really going on with dear old Pomona, and whether or not Charms really is a soft option on this week’s character study!
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Without much source material to go off of, Alice and Martha are left to make a lot of interferences about this week’s character, Filius Flitwick! Luckily, the Wiki seems to have a lot of information about this tiny little miniature professor as well. Pour yourself a Shirley Temple (with umbrella, of course!), smack your lips together, and enjoy Flitwick’s robust arc in the first three books!
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In this podcast (a word which here means “a recorded discussion between two real weird sisters”), Alice and Martha delve into The Bad Beginning, the first book of Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events.
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Alice and Martha discuss Cho, Cho from Harry’s point of view, and Cho from Hermione’s point of view on this week’s episode. From really good Quidditch player to the person Cedric would miss most, to the human hosepipe, Cho goes through a lot during her time at Hogwarts.
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As 2023 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. First, Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Shandy to speculate about how Wizarding World characters would act at an “office” holiday party. Up second (00:40:55), the sisters Take Five on Christmas classic Fred Claus, with special guest Shut Up Tim (@ShutUpTim). And finally (01:39:55), special guest Gia Worthy (@classicallygia) joins the show to assist in sorting the cast of Big Brother Reindeer Games!
Special thanks and credit to the listeners who submitted musical numbers. In order of appearance:
“Real Weird Queens” -Zoe
“Poor Queen Hedwig” -Gibson
“Lily Did You Know” -Amy and Luke
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Alice and Martha reminisce on Mary Pope Osborne’s hit children’s series, Magic Tree House, in which Jack and Annie stumble across a treehouse filled with books (both old AND new), and enter a world which is entirely their own, book after book after book after book!
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Believe it or not, Alice and Martha manage to fit Phineas Nigellus Black’s entire character arc into one podcast! The thin, reedy voice comes out more than a few times, as well as the voices of many of the old headmasters, who, by the way, are honor-bound to serve the current headmaster! So, pull up a chair, put a painting in it to make it feel like you have company, and enjoy this week’s character study!
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Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back to discuss another five minutes of Mike Newell’s cinematic masterpiece! These five minutes are heavy on Sirius, birds (finally!) and amazing acting by Harry (as usual). Plus, the world goes topsy-turvy when it comes time for all the segments!
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Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back to discuss Mike Newell’s most unhinged five minutes yet. McGonagall proves to be the only sane adult in the room, as well as possibly the only good actor in the five minutes. Plus, Harry and Ron get into a very convincing fight and Tim picks a highly predictable Classic Owlice moment.
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Alice and Martha enjoy their privilege as first and second children as they discuss Margaret Peterson Haddix’s twisty thrill ride, Among the Hidden. This top secret podcast can be found on “The Net”… and the super secret password is free.
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Alice and Martha gather to properly eulogize Professor McGonagall, although luckily, her body doesn’t end up lying next to the Creevey brothers in the Great Hall. What’s more, she doesn’t seem to be Hogwarts Headmistress 19 years later, saving us all a massive eye roll.
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Alice and Martha discuss McGonagall in the penultimate book, as she helps verify timetables and performs some very cool magic, reprimands Malfoy (to Snape’s irritation?) and steps into the role of deputy headmistress.
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Harry and Professor McGonagall bond over a shared enemy as Umbridge enters the series. Have a biscuit and settle in to listen to Alice and Martha’s analysis of McGonagall’s arc in the fifth book!
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Alice and Martha discuss Professor McGonagall in one of her most stressful books yet, as she tries to make sure her students don’t embarrass her in front of Beauxbatons and Durmstrang. Luckily, she still has a chance to, er, let her hair down at the Yule Ball!
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Alice and Martha are on “barrier watch” again this week as Professor McGonagall takes on the important new role of blocking Harry from going to Hogsmeade. Plus, with the introduction of her rival, “Sybill Trelawney,” McGonagall once again shows her quick wit and sharp tongue. Just wait til we tell Buckbeak!!
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Alice and Martha resume their study on Queen McGonagall. While her main role in Chamber of Secrets may be to deliver bad news to the students and respond to basilisk attacks, no one can deny she does it in style!
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It’s a good thing this isn’t the 19th episode of Into the Pensieve, or it wouldn’t exist! This week, Alice and Martha climb thirty flights of stairs to discuss the world’s strangest class of kids.
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Alice and Martha are once again joined by special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss the next five minutes of a very Newell-that-just-happened five minutes. Fred and George have one of their characteristic brawls, Krum and Hermione share in some intense eye contact, and Dumbledore begins his evolution into the DIDYOUPUTYOURNAMEINTHEGOBLETOFFIRE Dumbledore that we’ll be seeing before we know it!
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The time for fun and games has come to an end as Alice and Martha conclude their discussion on Queen Hedwig and she flies off into the sunset. Though Hedwig faces some horrible trials in the fifth, sixth, and seventh books, she gets a brief reprieve when she comes face to face with another powerfully magic woman, Queen GP! Ultimately, though, nothing could save Hedwig from an awful fate (there was just no other way for her to leave Privet Drive…), and it’s time to finally properly eulogize her.
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Heh! Hooooot!! Alice and Martha are excited to continue their discussion of Real Weird Queen Hedwig. Though Harry is awfully rude to her numerous times throughout the fourth and fifth books, Hedwig doesn’t stand for disrespect, even from “The Chosen One.” And don’t worry, it’s not time to properly eulogize her yet; this week is... Read more
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After all this time… Alice and Martha finally get the chance to honor Queen Hedwig! Reproachful glances and helpful nibbles abound on this week’s legendary character study! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to... Read more
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Alice and Martha wish that you would listen to this podcast about Edward Eager’s Half Magic.They wish it twice! While they may not be the biggest fans of the Knights of the Round Table or “the charm,” the sisters are big fans of Uncle Huge and FitzCarrie, and Martha is a big fan of Martha, even when she’s only half there.
In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of the Week, and Sorting Hat! Take Fives and character studies will continue, with this new episode format being added to the rotation with the other two formats.
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Shut Up Tim makes yet another guest appearance on this week’s Take Five, covering Moody’s questionable teaching methods, a hilarious slapstick montage, and some hard-hitting symbolism in the Hogwarts windows. And if you think an Aging Potion is going to be enough to allow the Weasley twins to enter their names into the Goblet of... Read more
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Would you like us to clean out your ears for you? We weren’t about to weasel out of discussing “Smith,” even if he is suffering from a bad case of Loser’s Lurgy. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to... Read more
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There’s plenty of competition for the Mike Newell That Just Happened moment in this five minutes, and from Flitwick’s choice of meal to Alice’s classroom management style, there’s plenty for the two official sisters and special guest Shut Up Tim to analyze this week! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released... Read more
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Alice and Martha – AKA Fern and Templeton – discuss one of their all-time favorite children’s books, Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White. In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of the Week, and Sorting Hat! Take... Read more
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Rounding out the discussion on (but unfortunately, not eulogizing) Umbridge, Alice and Martha analyze Umbridge in the sixth and seventh books. The “Selwyn descendent’s” audacity and cruelty peak in these books, as she leads the Muggle Born Registration Commission with disturbing vigor. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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It’s time for Part 3 of our Umbridge series. Filch may think his dreams have come true with Umbridge as the head of the school, but Fred, George, Peeves, and the rest of the troublemakers in training give the ultimate dictator a run for her money in the form of fireworks, stinkbombs, swamps, and “Umbridge-itis.” ... Read more
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In what might be the best five minutes of the movie so far (despite some stiff competition), Harry and the gang arrive at Hogwarts and are joined by the acrobats of Durmstrang and the lovely ladies of Beauxbatons! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows... Read more
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Our second Umbridge character study covers her reign of power as Hogwarts High Inquisitor, from blocking meetings of the DA, Gryffindor Quidditch team, and Gobstones Club to sacking Trelawney and shaking Marietta violently. Percy was right, she really is a delightful woman. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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Hem, hem! Thus begins our series on the most supremely obnoxious and infuriating character of the Harry Potter universe. Progress for progress’s sake may be prohibited, and there’s a lot of meaning hidden in the waffle… Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss the Wunderkind Matilda and her sweet (albeit nerdy) teacher / best friend Miss Honey in this week’s Into the Pensieve episode. In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of the Week, and... Read more
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Alice and Martha are once again joined by not-so-special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss a riveting five minutes of Mike Newell’s almost-magnum opus. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you... Read more
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It’s Luna’s final episode, so we’ve donned our sun colors and prepared the pudding to celebrate! Luna’s seventh book arc includes new friendships with Mr. Ollivander and Dean, helping Harry through some tough emotional moments, and a possible case of the Gernumblies. In any case, Luna ought to have enough Plimpies soon… Please consider supporting... Read more
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Alice and Martha dive into Luna’s highly complex sixth book arc. Hope you’ve dyed your eyebrow yellow and donned your spangled silver robes in order to listen to this podcast, as friends!
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Find out if you’re more of a Crockford or a Purkiss on this week’s show, as Alice and Martha begin their deep dive into one of the quirkiest main characters of the series! Luna’s arc in the fifth book includes radish earrings (sort of), nargles, the Kacky Snorgle, and much better dialogue than the movie.
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For the first time in Into the Pensieve history, Alice and Martha discuss a book they may not still love as adults, Frindle by Andrew Clements.
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Find out Mrs. Figg’s real middle name, secret profession, possible relatives, and more from this week’s character study! She may not always use the right verbs to describe dementors, but you can’t deny – Mrs. Figg’s got interior decorating skillz. So get up, you useless lump, and listen to the episode!
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In this week’s Take Five, we resume our Microwave Minute as Harry and his friends (sort of) attend the World Cup. Fudge practices his commentator skills, Malfoy exercises his bragging skills, and Harry LOVES MAGIC!
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Alice and Martha dive into the pensieve to discuss literature’s most “successful” maid, Amelia Bedelia. She may take things way too literally, but at least she’s an amazing baker!
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It’s time for Alice and Martha to round out their discussion on the Kreacher from the Black Lagoon! Stick to this episode like a couple of wart plasters and you’ll learn everything you need to know about Kreacher in the sixth and seventh books!
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He may be small, but his arc is long enough to warrant a two-parter, if you can believe it! Alice and Martha are joined by Kreacher to discuss his story in the fifth and sixth books.
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Take Five is back, baby! Let’s give our guest, Shut Up Tim, a proper greeting! (Insert frantic tongue waggling here!) Alfonso’s magnum opus might be over, but the task he has laid out before us is far from concluded. Mike Newell might just well give him a run for his money!
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Alice and Martha dive into the pensieve to discuss Arnold Lobel’s masterpiece series, Frog and Toad.
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We got it from mu’dungus (even if we’re not quite sure what that means anymore)! It’s time to break down the Wizarding World’s most noble thief, even if he has been nicking Sirius’s stuff!
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Alice and Martha dive into the pensieve to discuss one of Judy Blume’s first novels, the first book in the Fudge series, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing!
In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of the Week and Sorting Hat! Take Fives and character studies will continue, with this new episode format being added to the rotation with the other two formats.
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It’s time to properly eulogize wittle Ginny, wrapping up her story in the seventh book and (unfortunately) nineteen years later, too. Though Ginny isn’t with Harry for much of Deathly Hallows, she makes her appearances count. There’s the silver lining we’ve been looking for!
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Alice and Martha continue their conversation about widdle Grin, queen of physical comedy and impressions! In the sixth book, Ginny is joined by two important new characters – King Arnold, and Harry’s scaly monster. Hopefully this episode will leave you purring, not rearing your ugly head!
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Alice and Martha cover Ginny’s arc in the fifth book, as she starts to come into her own but continues to be handled with kid gloves by everyone around her. She reveals a love for speaking in codes (as any good DA member does), an emotional maturity beyond her years, and a hidden talent for Quidditch that should have been obvious to her brothers for years. In other words, Ginny does not go quietly in this book!
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It’s time to discuss Ginny in Prisoner of Azkabanand Goblet of Fire, two of her most important books! Tune in to see if Alice and Martha can pack in all the mentions into one episode, and stay to hear their analysis of Ginny’s reaction to the veela and her ability to bounce back very quickly from her experience in the Chamber of Secrets!
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Alice and Martha discuss “Gin’s” arc in the first two books. Even if she won’t wake and isn’t really herself, she still proves why she’s Harry’s hashtag soulmate.
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Alice and Martha discuss Kristy’s Great Idea, the first book in the legendary Baby-Sitters Club series by Ann M. Martin.
In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of the Week and Sorting Hat! Take Fives and character studies will continue, with this new episode format being added to the rotation with the other two formats.
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Alice and Martha complete their conversation on the MetamorphoSis, from her mouse-brown hair to her whirlwind romance with “Romulus.” She has let ‘erself go, zat Tonks…
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Alice and Martha discuss Tonks as she makes her series debut. With her signature bubble gum pink hair and pig snout nose, she’s always sure to be a laugh… in this book, at least! Whatever you do, don’t call her Nymphadora!
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Alice and Martha discuss Stan and Jan Berenstain’s classic series, focusing on three books that influenced their childhood most – Too Much Junk Food, Get the Gimmes, and Forget their Manners.
In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of the Week and Sorting Hat! Take Fives and character studies will continue, with this new episode format being added to the rotation with the other two formats.
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It’s time to wrap up the conversation about Petunia by talking about her arc in the second set of two books and the final one book. Alice and Martha discuss her relationship with Dumbledore, the ending of her story with Harry, and memories from the Pensieve in this final Petunia episode.
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As 2022 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. First (00:05:06), Alice and Martha dive into the Pensieve to discuss Chris Van Allsburg’s classic picture book The Polar Express with special guest Shandy. Up second (00:48:03), the sisters roll the dice on a White Elephant gift exchange with a very normal assortment of characters. And finally (01:40:05), special guest Haley Strong (@hstrong_) joins the show to assist in a holiday sorting… or should we say a Holiday sorting!
Special thanks and credit to the listeners who submitted musical numbers. In order of appearance:
“The Seven Days of Take Five” -Gibson
“Lily Did You Know” -Grace
“Hogwarts Founders Carol” -Miriam
“Last Christmas (Reprise)” -Shut Up Tim
Thank you so much for listening to the show. We wish you a wonderful holiday season!
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This week, Alice and Martha cover Petunia’s storyline in the second set of two books, reviewing her relationship with her sister-in-law and her continued doting on Dudley. Remember the middle of the series, Petunia!
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Alice and Martha move to discussing Order of the Phoenix Real Weirdos, unfortunately skipping over the realest weirdo of all (Bungy) due to lack of source material. This week’s episode focuses on the world’s greatest aunt (no, not “Aunt Figg”) in the first two books.
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Alice and Martha talk about the first book of Beverly Cleary’s Ramona series, discussing ways in which they may or may not be very similar to these two iconic sisters.
In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of the Week and Sorting Hat! Take Fives and character studies will continue, with this new episode format being added to the rotation with the other two formats.
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Alice and Martha dive headfirst into the Pensieve to analyze the Prince’s tale, along with the rest of Snape’s arc in the seventh book. It’s time to properly eulogize Sev, one of the bravest men we’ve ever known.
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Alice and Martha finish up their discussion of Snape’s arc in the sixth book, from his handling of the Sectumsempra incident to feelin’ a bit overworked by Dumbledore. Whatever you do, DON’T call him coward! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically.... Read more
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The first half of the sixth book has Snape victorious, as he intercepts Tonks’s patronus, finally lands his dream job as DADA instructor, and tries his hand at some interior decorating. At this point, Alice and Martha neither like nor dislike Severus. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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The Official Real Weird Gamemaster, Shut Up Tim (@ShutUpTim) returns to host the third “annual” Real Weird Hunger Games. Alice, Martha, and special guest Logan B. Adair (@loganBadair) draft teams and compete in a DND-style game featuring the Take Five Real Weirdos. Can Martha finally claim a victory for the characters that definitely play authentically... Read more
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It’s another zero, then, for Potter as he continually messes up in Snape’s class and even has to start Remedial Potions. Snape continues to improve his one liners and makes some more questionable decisions as his story continues in the fifth book. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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Snape’s double agent arc continues seamlessly in the fourth book, as he continues to threaten and mock students like Neville and Hermione (most certainly on Dumbledore’s orders). Harry learns of Snape’s former Death Eater identity, but we are just not going to go there again with suspecting Snape of being the bad guy! Please consider... Read more
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Alice and Martha resume their Snape character studies, this time focusing on his arc in the third book. Remember, anything mean he does can be fully explained by the fact that HE WAS A DOUBLE AGENT WHO WAS IN LOVE WITH LILY! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim close out the Prisoner of Azkaban Take Five series with an in depth conversation about the freeze frame and the credits, followed by all your favorite segments, including an extra special Take Five! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss the first picture book of the Into the Pensieve series. Hear about all of the ways Sylvester impacted Martha’s childhood, from new vocab words to birthday party themes! In this series, Alice and Martha reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite... Read more
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Was he truly the most loyal Death Eater? Did dementors change significantly over the course of the series? Didn’t we cover this in a previous episode? Alice and Martha answer all the most pressing questions surrounding JUNIOR’s full story for the very first time (believe it or not) in this week’s character study. Please consider... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss the Junie B. Jones series by Barbara Park in the third Into the Pensieve episode. For in memories, we enter a world which is entirely our own… In this new series, Alice and Martha will reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including... Read more
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In the penultimate Take Five episode on Alfonso’s magnum opus, Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim discuss the almost-final five minutes of Prisoner of Azkaban. Michael Gambon shines (no, really), the Whomping Willow takes another victim, and the Hogwarts ghosts have a final hurrah. Don’t worry- there’s still plenty to discuss in the... Read more
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Alice and Martha conclude their discussion of the Pillsbury Doe Girl, including a refresher on where her iconic nickname originated. Most of this episode centers around the Prince’s Tale memories of Lily, with a few short scenes from the end of Deathly Hallows to conclude Lily’s extremely 3D arc. Please consider supporting us on Patreon!... Read more
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Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Leandra for a Back to School extravaganza! Alice, Martha, and Leandra rank some of Hogwarts’ more questionable policies, sort Harry’s professors into their teaching type, and compare wizarding school subjects to those in the muggle world. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss the Pillsbury Doe Girl’s “arc” in the first seven books, up until the Prince’s Tale memories. From her charitable modeling career to her apparently unnecessary death, Lily comes out smelling like a rose in just about everything she does! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every... Read more
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This week’s five minutes feature Harry and Sirius almost dying as Harry waits for his father to show up, Hermione demonstrating an impressive mastery of BOMBARDA! and an underrated reprise of “Heh! Whooooo!!” Plus, Alice and Martha suffer another embarrassing Movia Trivia moment. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every... Read more
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In the second Into the Pensieve episode (well, technically the first official Into the Pensieve episode), Alice and Martha discuss Holes by Louis Sachar. In this new series, Alice and Martha will reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such as Quora Question of... Read more
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Harry and Hermione continue their time travel, running through the woods and performing uncanny werewolf impersonations. As usual, Alice, Martha, and frequent guest Shut Up Tim find plenty to discuss for these five minutes. In other words, you’ll find no small Take Fives here, professor! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are... Read more
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There’s lots to discuss as Alice and Martha dive into Wormtail’s arc in the fifth, sixth, and seventh books! Kick back and enjoy some elf-made wine in our final Wormtail character study. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss one of the most sympathetic, charismatic, and charming characters of the series, Wormtail. It’s honestly hard to believe he hadn’t received the Real Weirdo until now! Not to be confused with our Scabbers episode, this character study discusses Peter Pettigrew’s arc in the third and fourth books. Please consider supporting us... Read more
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Alice and Martha take a break from their usual topic of discussion to explore another influential book series from their childhood, The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner. In this new series, Alice and Martha will reminisce on shared memories, inside jokes, and experiences reading both classic and lesser-known children’s books, including favorite segments such... Read more
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Alice, Martha, and recurring guest Shut Up Tim discuss a riveting five minutes of Alfonso’s magnum opus. There are lots of questions and surprises in these five minutes. Where did Hermione get all those ferrets from? Why does that little fossil rock have to look like that? And has Martha had a change of heart... Read more
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It’s time to talk about the Spare, whose arc is unfortunately far too short! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode!
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Alice and Martha round out close to fifteen hours on everyone’s favorite headmaster. The proper eulogy may already be complete, but there’s still plenty to talk about Dumbledore postmortem! This week’s discussion includes dissection of the Pillsbury Doe Girl’s letter to Snuffles, and pedagogical advice that Dumbledore could have benefitted from adopting. Please consider supporting... Read more
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Alice and Martha are joined once again by their friend and recurring guest, Shut Up Tim, to discuss the top five Michael Gambon moments in this mysterious, honest, and true five minutes. Shoutout to Googy Gress, Stan Lee, and James Cromwell! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Gia Worthy (@classicallygia), Sarah Carradine (@sarahcarradine), and the Sorting Buff to sort the contestants of Survivor 42 into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both Survivor 42 and the Harry Potter series. Please consider supporting... Read more
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Alice and Martha finally get the chance to properly eulogize Dumbledore, but don’t worry — our Dumbledore character studies aren’t over yet! My, how the turntables… Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make... Read more
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Alice and Martha pursue that flighty teptress, Dumbledore, discussing his arc in the sixth book up until Harry procures the absolutely crucial horcrux memory from Slughorn. This definitely includes a lengthy discussion of the most canonically accurate subway station hottie, too! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and... Read more
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Alice and Martha resume their discussion of Dumbledore in the fifth book, this time focusing on his relationship with the Ministry of Magic and his role in the Wizarding War. Our feedback survey is now live! Please visit realweirdsisters.com/feedback to give us your thoughts as we enter our seventh year of the podcast! Please consider... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss Dumbledore’s relationship (or lack thereof) with Harry in the fifth book, and will pick up with Dumbledore’s relationship (or lack thereof) with the Ministry and his role in the Wizarding War next week! Our feedback survey is now live! Please visit realweirdsisters.com/feedback to give us your thoughts as we enter our... Read more
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There might not be much dialogue in these five minutes, but what dialogue there is is absolutely brilliant (good doggie… good doggie!!). Alice, Martha, and returning guest Shut Up Tim discuss the rat, the werewolf, and a surprising reference from an incredibly obscure band. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss Dumbledore’s arc in the fourth book, from his many speeches to his rage-filled rant when he finds out Harry put his name in the Goblet of Fire! Our feedback survey is now live! Please visit realweirdsisters.com/feedback to give us your thoughts as we enter our seventh year of the podcast! Please... Read more
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It’s back to the character who started it all, Dumbledore! In part 3, Alice and Martha discuss a new dementor litmus test and try their best to separate Book Dumbledore from Michael Gambon. You may not like him… but you can’t deny, Dumbledore’s got style! Our feedback survey is now live! Please visit realweirdsisters.com/feedback to... Read more
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The twentieth Take 5 features a returning guest (Shut Up Tim), the end of the microwave minutes, and a new theme song! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss... Read more
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Alice and Martha gather to properly eulogize Fred… but first, there’s a whole world of ear-related humor to get through! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode!
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Pull out your Extendable Ears or clean out your own with a long, lethal instrument, and get ready for part three of the Fred and George character study! Alice and Martha discuss the twins in the fifth book! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows... Read more
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April Fool’s jokes abound in this latest Take Five, which features Sirius tempted to commit murder and an MVB who is about to run along and play with his chemistry set. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe... Read more
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Alice and Martha resume their conversation about Gred and Forge, this time picking up in the fourth book. From their HILARIOUS fake wand to their super-responsible Ton Tongue Toffee testing, it’s easy to see why the twins’ business begins to take off in this book! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are... Read more
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Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Faye Collyer for an introductory Astrology lesson, learning about their own charts as well as aligning the twelve signs with the four Hogwarts houses and discussing Harry Potter characters’ astrological signs and how they fit with their personalities in the series! Please consider supporting us on Patreon!... Read more
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Alice and Martha welcome Real Weird Recurring Guest Shut Up Tim back for another Take Five episode, this time introducing a VERY important new character! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss another morally gray character, Barty Crouch… SENIOR… and uncover several important, groundbreaking plot holes that throw the whole series into question! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure... Read more
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Alice and Martha welcome Real Weird Recurring Guest Shut Up Tim back for another Take Five episode, this time introducing a VERY important new character! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure... Read more
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Join the Real Weird Sisters and PLEASE STAND UP for our Real Weird QUEEN! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode!
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It’s time to break down another five minutes of Prisoner of Azkaban! This week’s episode is full of cutting burns from the marauders, some awkward Lupin moments, and not a whole lot else… but don’t worry, the sisters and special guest still find plenty to discuss! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss another pair of real weird sisters. It can be assumed that this character study will be one of the top five double character studies of all time! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe... Read more
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Join official sisters Alice and Martha and special guest Shut Up Tim as they discuss the fifteenth section of Alfonso’s magnum opus! Harry fights off “one nasty dementor” with a memory that’s not really a memory, Hagrid skips rocks, and the spiders force Ron to tap dance in this five minute segment, which is definitely... Read more
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Alice and Martha gather to properly eulogize Dobby. But don’t worry, it’s not all sad… there’s also a chance for three of Martha’s most notorious impressions to gather together in one room. This is one Elf Tale you won’t want to miss! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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Official sisters Alice and Martha discuss the iconic “HE WAS THEIR FRIEND!” scene with recurring guest Shut Up Tim. There’s plenty to pick apart in these five minutes, from the choppy editing of the Peter Pettigrew story to Harry’s inability to run under the Invisibility Cloak without knocking into everything in his path. Please consider... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss the many mysteries surrounding Karkaroff: how exactly did he rise to his role of headmaster? Was he perhaps once a student at dear old Hogwarts? And why exactly does Alice think she can do a Moody impression? Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and... Read more
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Take Five is back, along with all your favorite Take Five segments! Alice, Martha, and recurring guest Shut Up Tim analyze the thirteenth five minutes of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, which includes plenty of (fake) snow and a trip to Hogsmeade. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released... Read more
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Alice and Martha round out their discussion of Hagrid, analyzing his arc in the seventh book as he flies Harry away from Privet Drive, crunches up some chairs at the Weasley wedding, and is bullied by Tom Riddle for the last time. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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The sixth book sees Hagrid as he reunites with Buckb– er, Witherwings, makes a new “friend” in Slughorn, and is forced to say goodbye to two of his oldest companions, Aragog and Dumbledore. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget... Read more
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As 2021 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. First (00:04:03), Alice and Martha rank popular holiday songs and imagine a magical karaoke party / holiday album with music guru Aman Adwin (@AmanAdwin). Up second (01:00:00), the sisters compete in a rematch of last year’s holiday game show, hosted... Read more
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Alice and Martha are back to talk about our biggest friend–any guesses who that might be?? In the fifth book, Hagger endures more than the normal bumps an’ bruises of his rough job, as he takes on teaching his little brother English, becomes one of Umbridge’s main targets, and tangles with the centaurs in the... Read more
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It’s time ter resume the Hagrid character studies! Don your hairiest brown suit, a yellow and orange checked tie, plenty of axle grease, and eau de cologne, and settle in to hear about Hagrid’s arc in the fourth book. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Gia Worthy (@classicallygia), Sarah Carradine (@sarahcarradine), and the Sorting Buff to sort the contestants of Survivor 41 into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both Survivor 41 (through episode 11) and the Harry Potter series.... Read more
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CHARACTER STUDY: LUDOVIC BAGMAN! It’s a pretty safe bet that you will enjoy this week’s episode, as Alice and Martha analyze Bagman’s motivations, relationship with Barty Crouch Sr., and the major conflict of interest in his role as a Triwizard Tournament judge. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss Olympe, a fine, well-dressed woman who’s not afraid of roughin’ it. From insisting on treating the Beauxbatons horses like royalty to ensuring ‘Ogwarts does not get two bites at ze apple, Madame Maxime is a force to be reckoned with! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released... Read more
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Alice and Martha school recurring guest Shut Up Tim on some important filmmaking secrets, including the importance of perspective and scene transitions, once again shedding a light Alfonso’s brilliant, dark, twisted direction in the twelfth five minutes of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are... Read more
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Spoiler alert: Mad-Eye’s dead. So of course now it’s time to properly eulogize his gnarled corpse. Alice and Martha discuss the real Mad-Eye in the fifth, sixth, and seventh books, where he turns out to be even gruffer and more socially awkward than the imposter Moody. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes... Read more
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Oh no you don’t, laddie!! It’s time for Alice and Martha to discuss all things Moody in the fourth book, and some things Barty Crouch, JUNIOR (though this is not a Barty Crouch character study). From his x-ray vision to his penchant for pushing the boundaries of what’s appropriate to teach high school students, it’s... Read more
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This week, Alice, Martha, and returning guest Shut Up Tim enter a world that is entirely their own as they discuss the eleventh five minutes of Alfonso’s magnum opus. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our... Read more
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The cards never lie, and our reading shows that this week’s character study is not to be missed! Alice and Martha discuss Trelawney’s arc in the fifth, sixth, and seventh books (with heavy emphasis on her extensive seventh book arc). Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special... Read more
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This week’s Take Five is all about that infamous bridge scene, with the added bonus of plenty of impressions from Martha and a Movia Trivia segment that will live in RWS infamy. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to... Read more
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The Real Weird Sisters are back to discuss a second set of Real Weird Brothers in the Harry Potter series. From attempting to deliver the infamous bunch of grapes to Harry in the second book, to the tiny corpses lying side by side in the Great Hall in the seventh book, the Creevey brothers’ legacy... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Chappell (@Chappells_Show) and the Sorting Blanket to sort the characters of Big Brother (season 22) into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both the Big Brother series and the Harry Potter series. Please consider supporting... Read more
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Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back for another riddikulus Take Five episode! This five minutes is spent on pretty much one scene, but there’s still plenty to talk about, as usual! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically.... Read more
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It’s finally time to “properly eulogize” Draco, as Alice and Martha round out their discussion of his arc in the seventh book. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss... Read more
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Watch where you’re sticking those pins, come over to the right side, and listen to our character study on Draco Malfoy in the sixth book! As seven-year-old Martha would say, Draco comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb in this one. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are... Read more
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Draco reverts back to his early-series-villain-self in the fifth book, taking his antagonism to new lows as he scripts highly creative lyrics, tries out many different angles to try to provoke Harry, and revels in his roles as a prefect and on the Inquisitorial Squad. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are... Read more
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OH NO YOU DON’T, LADDIE! It’s time for Draco’s arc in the fourth book! From his short but glorious experience as a ferret to his love of Blast-Ended Skrewts, Draco provides some comic relief in this book, but his storyline also begins to take a darker turn as we head into the latter half of... Read more
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This podcast has gone to the dogs as Alice and Martha analyze Draco in the third book. It might not be a Madam Hooch character study, but there’s still plenty of Quidditch talk, and we’ve never seen such tactics!! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics... Read more
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HEH! WOOOOO!!! It’s time for another joyride through Alfonso’s magnum opus. Returning guest Shut Up Tim is back, and so is Bem, back with another gloomy warning. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to... Read more
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Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Allison Serafin Steere for an introductory Herbology lesson, complete with an overview of the major magical plants of the series, their connections to the muggle world, and an official plant ranking. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss everyone’s favorite supermom, Molly Weasley, and her arc in the last four books. Molly may have many rivalries in these four books – Sirius, Fleur, Hermione, and Bellatrix to name a few – but her role as the Tonksfidant is far more significant. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New... Read more
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Recurring guest Shut Up Tim returns to once again attempt to shed light on the way Alfonso’s beautiful, dark twisted mind works. In this five minutes, Harry attends Divination and Care of Magical Creatures, though we’re not quite yet to HEH! WOOO! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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Alice and Martha round out their conversation about Hermione, discussing her arc in the seventh book. With the infamous beaded bag and her quick thinking in numerous sticky situations, we can all agree that Hermione is largely responsible for getting Harry out of this book alive. After all, she’s highly logical, which allows her to... Read more
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Alice and Martha continue their study of Hermione, who (believe it or not) is the best student in Harry’s year, this time focusing on her arc in the sixth book. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to... Read more
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Alice and Martha are back to continue their discussion of Hermione, covering her arc in the fifth book. You might remember this as the book when Hermy stands up to Umbridge by forming Dumbledore’s Army, but more importantly, she learns to knit and becomes one of the few brave enough to say Voldemort’s name. Please... Read more
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Alice and Martha kick off the remainder of their series about Herm-oh-ninny, with Part 3 very logically covering Book 4. This is going to be a bit of a marathon, so make sure to pace yourselves or you may wind up clutching a stitch in your side! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New... Read more
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Recurring guest Shut Up Tim returns for the next five minutes of Alfonso’s magnum opus, in which the trio gets settled at Hogwarts for the year. Michael Gambon gives a foreboding speech, the new Fat Lady makes her first appearance, and Harry makes the mistake of eating one of those candies. There’s also a very... Read more
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There’s more than enough to talk about with this groundbreaking double character study! Archie and Hassan Mostafa have lots in common, from their interesting Harry Potter Wiki pages to their their ability to make Hermione giggle. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released... Read more
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The Real Weird Sisters are joined again by recurring guest Shut Up Tim. In addition to analyzing an important five minutes, filled with frog puppets, new “Flitwick,” and Alfonso’s take on dementors, the official Real Weird Sisters each sample a Take 5 candy bar, and get an important cameo update from a very cool actor.... Read more
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It’s time to discuss another unique and creative side character, Amos Diggory! From his relationship with his SON! to his rivalry with Harry and his confrontation with Winky, Amos is a fully three-dimensional character (except, of course, when his head is a possible 2-D hologram). Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are... Read more
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It’s time for the next five minutes of Prisoner of Azkaban – we’re flying through this movie as fast as all of the MVBs ! Shut Up Tim is back for another guest appearance and Alice scrutinizes Alfonso’s scene cuts, in a classic “Owless” moment. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are... Read more
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Alice and Martha put on their fang earrings and dragon skin boots, even if that means they won’t be attending a rock concert any time soon. There’s no other word for it – this episode is cool. Plus, an important discovery about the Harry Potter Wiki(s?!). Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes... Read more
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The Real Weird Sisters are joined again by recurring guest Shut Up Tim to review what is quite possibly the worst five minute chunk of Prisoner of Azkaban. From the kneeslapper “mind your heads” moment to the “right smart bird” moment, there is plenty to dissect, though we know we’ll never fully understand the intricacies... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Mary Kwiatkowski (@FrailMary), Sarah Carradine (@sarahcarradine), and the Sorting Circle to sort the contestants of season two of The Circle (US). Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both The Circle (US) and the Harry Potter series. Please... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss Arthur Weasley in the fifth, sixth, and seventh books. If you have time to listen to this episode later, Molly’s making meatballs. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss Arthur Weasley in the second, third, and fourth books. From his love of eclectricity to his vast knowledge of the Wizarding World, Arthur is one of the most underrated father figures to Harry in the series. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special... Read more
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The Real Weird Sisters and Tim discuss everything about minute 5:01 TO minute 10:00 of Prisoner of Azkaban. Dudley watches two television sets simultaneously, the CGI Snuffles inspires an impression from a surprising source, and the Shrunken Heads (Alfonso’s legacy) make their first appearance. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released... Read more
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Alice and Martha won’t be whistling “Tiptoe Through the Tulips” on this episode, but there’s still plenty to laugh at in this discussion of Uncle Vernon in books 3 – 7. From his relationship to his sister to his inability to say the word “dementor” correctly, Vernon’s character is nothing if not consistent throughout the... Read more
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The Real Weird Sisters sit down with Shut Up Tim to discuss the first five minutes of the Prisoner of Azkaban movie, kicking off a new regular Real Weird podcast series called “Take Five.” Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t... Read more
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Dig a gnarled finger into your ear and get ready to listen to this week’s show, which is all about Frank Bryce, his imaginary wife, and his very real hot water bottle. Alice and Martha discuss their evolving feelings on Frank, dissect his tragic arc, and do some top notch impressions of the residents of... Read more
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It’s officially eulogy time, because Sirius did not choose to say “Hello, Sir Nicholas!” after all. Alice and Martha discuss Sirius’s legacy after his death, at the end of the fifth book, as well as in the sixth and seventh books. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and... Read more
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Though it’s not quite time to properly eulogize Sirius yet, Alice and Martha delve into Sirius’s death scene, the consequences of his “recklessness,” and the fraught nature of his relationships to Snape and Kreacher. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss Sirius in the first half of the fifth book, as he walks the line between father figure and friend to Harry and heads toward his tragic demise. Because his plot is less than “stubby” in this book, Sirius will be the topic of at least one more character study! Please consider... Read more
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Though most of his interaction with Harry is via owl post in the fourth book, Sirius begins to take on a very important role, as a mentor, confidant, and constant source of worry for Harry. Alice and Martha break down Sirius’s arc in what is arguably the happiest year of his adult life. Please consider... Read more
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Snuffles, Stubby Boardman, Padfoot, the Grim… whatever you call him, there’s plenty to discuss when it comes to Sirius Black. Alice and Martha break down his arc in the third book, from his escape from the Azkaban guards to his antics in the Shrieking Shack. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are... Read more
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Alice and Martha take some time to remember their grandfather, Paul Krebill, who passed away on February 19th from complications of COVID-19. Following a brief introduction is the Real Weird Grandpa’s interview from the 2019 Father’s Day special episode. Regular episodes will resume next week with the first Sirius Black character study.
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Squeak squeak! It’s time to discuss the most notorious rat of the series, Ron’s absolutely darling pet, Scabbers. He might have died and you wouldn’t know the difference, but he’s still worth a full hour of discussion to the Real Weird Sisters! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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This episode is all about CATS (and kneazles)! Alice and Martha finally pay homage to Crookshanks, the Real Weird King! From his sneakoscope abilities to his cosplay skills, Crookshanks is more than just a special pet–he’s truly the hero of the series, almost single-handedly responsible for Voldemort’s downfall! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters... Read more
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Crack open a nice cold Snapel and settle in for our second conversation about everyone’s favorite bat-like professor. From his love of the very old and valuable Whomping Willow to his choice to pair Harry and Draco together at the Dueling Club, we can say for certain that every action Snape carries out is due... Read more
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Listeners, start your engines, because you’re about to get…. HOOCHED! Alice and Martha analyze everything Madam Hooch does best, from blasting her whistle to practicing some nice, clean negligence when “supervising” the Hogwarts students. Ready to resume play? Because Madam Hooch certainly is. It’s time for our annual feedback survey! Please let us know your... Read more
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At long last, Alice and Martha discuss Queen McGonagall in the first book! A no-nonsense nurturer who would never think of tackling a full-grown mountain troll on her own, McGonagall never favors the Gryffindors, and that’s just a few of the things we love about her! It’s time for our annual feedback survey! Please let... Read more
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It’s time to talk about Professor Hagrid, who is as natural and gifted at teaching as he is with magical creatures. Yes, everything’s great when it comes to Hagrid in the third book. Just don’t ask how the flobberworms are doing. It’s time for our annual feedback survey! Please let us know your thoughts about... Read more
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Care for a game of Exploding Snap? NO, we don’t either. And watch where you sit – Crookshanks might already be there! But for as many cringeworthy moments as Neville has in the third book, there’s also plenty of redeeming scenes – Lupin helps him face his worst fears, and Hedwig helps herself to a... Read more
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Though the inner eye does not see upon command, this episode is sure to be one of the best character studies yet, as Alice and Martha discuss Professor Trelawney in the third and fourth books. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically.... Read more
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It is time to discuss Remus John Lupin in the third book! This is sure to be quite some episode… even if Alice and Martha forget to mention that particular joke until the very end… Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically.... Read more
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As 2020 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. First (6:54), Alice and Martha compete in a Harry Potter holiday game show hosted by the Real Weird Husband/Brother-in-Law, Paul Asleson (@paulasleson). Up second is Molly Weasley’s Cookie Exchange, where Alice and Martha are joined by returning guest Haley Strong... Read more
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It’s time to talk about everyone’s favorite pair of (non-interchangeable) twins! Besides discussing Gred and Forge in the first three books, Alice and Martha also give an update on the search for fellow Bar J fans. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released... Read more
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Yet another extremely unique (at least 3 stars) and important character to discuss this week! Alice and Martha analyze Stan Shunpike, the youngest Minister of Magic in history. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show... Read more
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From her canonical unrequited love of Colonel (pronounced phonetically) Fubster, to her devotion to dear old Ripper and her darling neffy poo, Aunt Marge is certain to get a 6/5 in the “heart” category this week. But don’t let that spoil you! There’s a staggering amount of content to get through in this week’s character... Read more
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Alice and Martha pay tribute to Fawkes, who really is a wondrous bird! Plus, Alice has some realizations about phoenixes, and Martha explains the history of Guy Fawkes, which she knows like the back of her hand. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are... Read more
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Hopefully Olive Hornby isn’t listening to this episode, or she might have to renew her restraining order, because Alice and Martha are joined frequently throughout the show by Myrtle herself (thought not quite in the flesh…). This will probably be the last time we ever see or talk about Myrtle, so make sure to cherish... Read more
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Mosag’s husband, Aragog, is the topic of conversation this week, even if Martha’s impression isn’t quite what it use to be. (Or maybe it’s exactly as it always was? We’re not quite sure.) From his obsession with Hagrid to his unknown origins, Aragog is (of course) a highly unique character and a deserving Real Weirdo.... Read more
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Put on your lime green bowler hat and your purple boots and settle in for a nice buttered crumpet and an episode about one of the worst Ministers of Magic imaginable! Alice and Martha debate Fudge’s unknown Hogwarts house and discuss the myriad ways he is an unfit leader for the Wizarding World. Please consider... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss the world’s creepiest child, “Cotton-Eyed Tom” Riddle! Plus, Martha reveals a new childhood memory and Miss Hepzibah makes a reappearance. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you... Read more
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Whether he’s advising Harry on which electives to take or polishing his Prefect’s badge, Percy is well on his way to a meteoric rise to power by the end of his arc in the first three books! And in addition to discussing everyone’s favorite HB, Alice and Martha relive some real weird childhood memories. Please... Read more
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He may not be as skilled at Apparition or Potions as he would like, but he was one of Alice and Martha’s main inspirations for staring the Character Study series! A true Hufflepuff at heart, Ernie shows his loyalty to Justin, Cedric, and Harry, and though he may be a bit pompous, we rather like... Read more
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Special guest Sarah Walt Weaver (@sarahwaltweaver) joins the Real Weird Sisters to discuss her web comic, Adventures with Vrah (www.adventureswithvrah.com), her story “Harry Potter Curses Family; Hero Mom Saves Day,” and the power of humor in the face of tragedy. In the second half of the show, Sarah and Alice compete in some Harry Potter... Read more
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Alice and Martha resume their discussion of Hermione, covering her arc in the third book. From her relationship with Ron to her time (turner) management to her standing up to Professor Trelawney, Hermione really starts to come into her own in Prisoner of Azkaban! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Chappell (@Chappells_Show) and the Sorting Blanket to sort the characters of Big Brother (season 22) into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both the Big Brother series and the Harry Potter series. Please consider supporting... Read more
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Alice and Martha drone on and on this week about Professor Binns, in a tone that is guaranteed to cause drowsiness within ten minutes! Listeners, please channel your inner Hermione and resist the urge to fall asleep during the show! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special... Read more
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Well hellooooo, Sir Nicholas! Helloooo!! Alice and Martha are back to discuss one of Hogwarts’ most notorious ghosts, Nearly Headless Nick. He may not be part of the Headless Hunt, but at least his reenactment of his own beheading was deemed a success! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss Hagrid’s development in the second book, from his being framed (twice) for opening the Chamber of Secrets, to his relationship with Aragog and his sly way with words! All we’re saying is, if anyone wanted ter find out some stuff, all they’d have ter do would be ter follow the spiders.... Read more
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Peskipiksi Pesternomi! Alice and Martha giggle about Lockhart and his charming ways on this week’s episode. After all, they are just silly girls like Mrs. Weasley and Hermione! Whether it be his forget-me-not (or was it periwinkle?) eyes or his dazzlingly white smile, all that really matters is the publicity. But, in the end, when... Read more
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Alice and Martha resume their discussion of Ron, this time focusing on his extremely unusual fear of spiders, his impressive driving skills, and his willingness to stand up for Muggle-borns. Though his interior decorating choices may not be the most tasteful and his decisions might be particularly rash in this book, Ron’s arc in the... Read more
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Though Lucius’s role in the beginning of the series is mostly behind the scenes, we get a clear picture of who he is through his parrot, Draco. If you are in need a more productive hobby, and enjoy putting others down to preserve your family name, well then, our slippery friend, you sound like Lucius…... Read more
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Car gone! No note! Alice and Martha discuss the bad cop of the Weasley family, supermom Mrs. Weasley. She may be a bit strict, but we can’t think of a better surrogate mother figure for Harry. Pop six quick bacon sandwiches and get ready for our conversation about Molly in the first three books. Please... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Shut Up Tim (@shutuptim) and the Sorting Bonnet to sort the characters of Winnie the Pooh into Hogwarts houses. Please be aware that the show contains spoilers from both Winnie the Pooh and the Harry Potter series. Please consider... Read more
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Put on your mismatched socks and tea cozy, because it’s time to talk about everyone’s favorite elf! From new theories about how his friendship with Winky came about, to discussion of his relationship with Harry, there’s plenty of chances for some classic Dobby impressions, miss! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are... Read more
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Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Andrew Shim (@andrewwshim) to discuss issues of Asian representation in the Harry Potter books and movies as well as ideas for how this representation could be improved. Be aware that the episode includes spoilers from the Harry Potter series. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New... Read more
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It’s time to talk about Dinky Diddidums, Ickle Diddikins, Aunt Marge’s Neffy Poo, or, as most know him, “Big D.” He may be too busy to join Alice and Martha, as he is probably at tea with the Polkisses, but we’ll all make sure to keep him happy with at least 39 presents to celebrate... Read more
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He may be mere shadow and vapor! shadow and vapor! but Lord Voldemort still has a large presence in the first four books–hence the two hour podcast! He’s sassy, charming, and an ego-maniac, but HE’LL GO WRONG, MARK OUR WORDS! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special... Read more
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Alice and Martha are joined by Lital Ruderman, PhD, MA, LPC, NCC, (she/her) to discuss themes of mental health in the Harry Potter series and how they are developed. Be aware that the episode includes spoilers from the Harry Potter series. For listeners who may be struggling or need someone to talk to, the National... Read more
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Alice and Martha are joined by clinical psychology doctoral candidate Oak Reed (he/him) to discuss ways to combat transphobia and practice self care in difficult times. Important: For any trans listeners who may be experiencing thoughts of self harm or suicide, please contact the Trans Lifeline at 877-565-8860. For more information on the topics discussed... Read more
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It’s time to stop horsing around once and for all, and to finally have a serious conversation about the number one Hogwarts hottie, Firenze! He may not hold a candle to Mr. Tumnus, but he’s still one of the sexiest stargazers in the Wizarding World. We don’t know a whole lot about Firenze’s backstory, but... Read more
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Jessie Earl (@jessiegender) of the Jessie Gender YouTube channel joins Alice and Martha to analyze JK Rowling’s transphobic views through a geek culture lens and discuss ways fans can distance themselves from these harmful ideologies without fully losing Harry Potter. Jessie, Martha and (sort of) Alice also talk Star Trek, including a mini Sorting Hat... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss their hottest, most original takes on poor, blundering Neville in the first three books. He may be worth twelve of Malfoy, but a game of Exploding Snap with him is the last thing Harry would ever want. Is your Remembrall glowing red? If so… sorry, we have no idea why, either!... Read more
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Alice and Martha are joined by “family” members Kate Hildner and Shut Up Tim (@ShutUpTim) to compete in a game of Family Feud hosted by the Real Weird Husband/Brother-in-Law Paul Asleson (@paulasleson). Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to... Read more
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Special guest Laramie Dean (@bylaramiedean) joins the Real Weird Sisters to discuss his upcoming novel, Black Forest, his love of the horror genre, and LGBTQ+ allyship, as well as many other fun topics! Black Forest is available for pre-order at https://www.inkshares.com/books/black-forest. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and... Read more
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Alice and Martha return to their discussion of Dumbledore’s questionable decision-making, from his hiring Lockhart, to his keeping Hogwarts open during a pandemic-like situation, to his inability to crack the case on the Chamber of Secrets. Not to mention the biggest question mark of all — what Dumbledore does on a daily basis. Please consider... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Aman Adwin (@AmanAdwin) and Matt Liguori (@mattliguori) of The Choir Room (@ChoirRoomPod) and the Sorting Slushie to sort the characters of Glee into Hogwarts houses. Warning! There is some adult language in this episode. Also, please be aware that... Read more
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Most of the Real Weirdos so far haven’t got an ounce of logic, but oooh, Harry, it’s finally time to talk about a female character! Martha and Alice are back to discuss everyone’s favorite lovable know-it-all in the first two books. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and... Read more
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It’s time to discuss Wood, who is not a cane to be used on Harry, but a ruddy good keeper who goes on to play for Pride of Portree (nah, it was Puddlemere United). That means it’s also time for SPORTS HOUR with Alice and Martha! And this is NO time to be a gentleman,... Read more
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It’s time to discuss another unproblematic hero of the series! Alice and Martha discuss Draco’s sweet disposition and his inclusive value system, as they are clearly established in the first two books. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to... Read more
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The two biggest Snape stans / apologists convene to praise this amazing, heroic character! Alice and Martha discuss Snape’s vast repertoire of talents, from his Potions ingenuity, to his logic skills, to his passion for refereeing Quidditch. And nothing is as impressive as his classroom management! There’s no question about it, this professor is Mature... Read more
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We are taking a break from our regularly scheduled programming this week to respond to current events and unpack our thoughts on the Black Lives Matter movement as well as JK Rowling’s transphobic twitter tirade. In the second half of the show, we discuss some YA book recommendations to uplift voices of BIPOC as well... Read more
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Special guest Sarah Barrios (@SARAHBARRIOS) joins the Real Weird Sisters to discuss how Harry Potter has influenced her career as a recording artist and songwriter and go head-to-head against Alice and Martha in some fun Harry Potter games (activities?). Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics... Read more
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Bee in your bonnet? We’ll eat ourselves if you can find a smarter podcast than this! Alice and Martha discuss everything Sorting Hat, from the original intent of the hat, to the houses that get the short end of the stick, to the Sorting Hat’s questionable sentience. Branched out a bit, haven’t we? Please consider... Read more
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Alice and Martha have dirt on their noses and corned beef sandwiches packed for the first leg of the journey through Ron’s character. Even though he keeps busy mooching off his rich friends and dutifully tending Norbert, Ron still gets really good marks, and most importantly, he’s a wizard chess savant! (That part will be... Read more
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Gray morals, silver eyes… it’s time to talk about one of the most complex minor characters of the series, “Garrick” Ollivander. From his passive aggressive digs at Gregorovitch to his obsession with listing wand stats, there’s plenty to discuss. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics... Read more
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He may have a big mouth, but his heart is even bigger. Budge up, yeh great lump, It’s time to discuss everyone’s favorite gentle giant, Ru-BAE-us Hagrid! Oh happee dae! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to... Read more
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Put on your Smeltings best and get ready to hum “Tiptoe Through the Tulips,” because it’s time to “shake ‘em off, shake ‘em off.” That’s right, we are here to talk about one of the most perfectly normal characters ever created — Vernon Dursley, Howard’s uncle. Stay tuned for Part 2: this episode focuses solely... Read more
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Alice and Martha analyze Dumbledore’s arc in the first book, from his taste for lemon drops (LOL!) to his short-lived obsession with music. Before we begin, we would like to say a few words. And here they are: Nitwit! Blubber! Oddment! Tweak! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Shandy and the Sorting Baseball Cap to sort the characters of the Twilight Saga into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both the Twilight and Harry Potter series. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters.... Read more
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It’s time for the Extraordinary General Podcast. Albus and Scorpius find themselves trapped in 1981, and by the grace of Dumbledore, they figure out a very simple yet realistic way to send a message to the future. Harry’s had some pretty horrible Hallows’ Eves, but this has got to be at least in the top... Read more
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In an alternate timeline, The Scorpion King teams up with Granger, Weasley, and Severus to set things right. Back in the real world, McGonagall flies off the handle about irresponsible time turner usage and Albus considers getting a matching mark to Delphi. Listen to this podcast if you have a “spare” moment! For Voldemort and... Read more
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The Official Real Weird Gamemaker, Shut Up Tim (@ShutUpTim) returns to host the second “annual” Real Weird Hunger Games. Alice, Martha, and special guest Mary Kwiatkowski (@FrailMary) draft teams and compete in a D&D-style game featuring all your favorite Harry Potter characters as they fight to the death at the Ministry of Magic. If you’re... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss the Greatest Showman on Earth, Myrtle Elizabeth Warren, and time travel confusion as they continue through Act 2 of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Things are about to get Krazy! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically.... Read more
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The Real Weird Sisters are joined by Shut Up Tim to rank all eight Harry Potter movies, with input from the other moviecast guests. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you... Read more
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Bing, bang, boing! It’s time for story of 19 years later (oh wait… 22 years later), when the characters are all super consistent and nothing feels like fan fiction! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our... Read more
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Alice and Martha are joined by Mary Kwiatkowski (@FrailMary) and He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named to review the Harry Potter computer game. Oh, and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2. Now move along! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode!
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Alice and Martha walk through the history of the podcast and discuss plans for the new direction of the show. Thank you all for sticking with us for the past four years, and we hope you will continue to listen as we move to this next stage! Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to... Read more
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All is well as Alice and Martha round out the final official book club episode. Albus Severus, Little Scorpius, Victoire, and the rest of the gang head off to Hogwarts, and how satisfying it is to know that this is the final moment of the series, the last we’ll see of these characters! This may... Read more
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It’s all come down to this: after all, neither can live while the other survives. Put simply, Harry got to the wand weeks ago; Tom Riddle is too late. This penultimate chapter of the series has wandlore, new theories, and one final Peeves impression. And don’t forget that Slytherin House played its part (for better... Read more
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Alice and Martha once again find themselves on different sides of the aisle regarding what exactly is happening in this chapter. However, we can all agree that the gleam of triumph in Dumbledore’s eyes following Voldemort’s return was thanks to the fact that he would no longer have to coerce Harry into becoming blood brothers... Read more
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Come in, Command Central: Harry Potter is about to die. We repeat: Harry Potter is about to die. in a lesser reported story, Martha and Alice have a rare difference of Potter opinion and have very contrasting emotional responses to this chapter. You’ll be edge of your seat, panting like Bellatrix, to hear how those... Read more
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It’s time for the prince’s long-awaited T-A-L-E, in which not only the page number is highly significant, but the number 19 (or 20?) is as well. Grawp is missing a shoe (and we all know how expensive Danskos in that size are), Ron and Hermione completely dip on Harry, and Snivellus becomes somewhat more humanized.... Read more
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Alice and Martha sound like Lucius as they discuss “the boy,” who makes his way out of the castle and heads for the Shrieking Shack. Hagrid also makes his way out of the castle as the acromantulas get a bit restive. And finally, it’s the ultimate flight of the Prince. Please consider supporting us on... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Rob Cesternino (@robcesternino) and Penner’s Sorting Fedora to sort the contestants of the upcoming Survivor Season 40: Winners at War into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both Survivor and the Harry Potter series. Please... Read more
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Luckily for you, Alice and Martha have not, to use the common phrase, done a bunk this week, though they might have to if all the Slytherin listeners start coming for them! Harry tracks down the Gray Lady, who really might want to consider taking out a restraining order on “The Baron,” and finds his... Read more
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It’s too bad Flight of the Prince has already been taken, because that really would have been a much better title for this chapter–well, or, The Carrows Come to Call. While Ron and Hermione rush off to find a “bathroom,” Harry acts on Dumbledore’s orders and tries to tract down the missing diadem (which, in... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Kirsten MacInnis (@kirstensaidwhat) and the Sorting Circle to sort the contestants of season one of The Circle (US). Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both The Circle (US) and the Harry Potter series. Please subscribe to our... Read more
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Neville’s back, and he’s a changed man, from his newfound confidence to his shrunken arm. At the same time, gossip king Terry Boot can barely contain his excitement, Michael Corner considers opening a bar (though the name is still undecided) and Cho Chang, Harry’s ex-girlfriend, is as tempting as ever. All of this chaos does... Read more
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In the process of persuading the GOAT of his commitment to the mission, Harry ends up convincing himself, and proceeds with his nice job, which is the sort of thing you’d expect an unqualified wizard kid to be able to do without overstretching themselves. Meanwhile, Ron stuffs himself with cheese and mead, though he definitely... Read more
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Heh! $%&*#!! Three highly edible humans take a joyride on the back of a dragon – in case you hadn’t noticed, they just broke out of Gringotts. They’re covered in burns, but it’s nothing a little dittany and pumpkin juice can’t fix. At least they’re not wearing the cup around their necks, that would look... Read more
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The trio flies by the seats of their pants to make good on a premise laid out in book one, banking on one evil hair to disguise Hermione (and her voice) perfectly. Griphook keeps a tight grip on ol’ Hook, Travers finds an amazing hiding spot in the Gringotts caverns, stalagmite’s got an “M” in... Read more
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As 2019 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. Join us as we rank the best magical locations to celebrate the holidays with returning guest Kate Hildner (@khildner11), go on a choose-your-own-corny-Holiday-adventure with new guest Angela Bloom (@angpalaggi), and sort some classic Christmas characters with the Real Weird Husband/Brother-in-Law,... Read more
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Harry concocts a despicable plan to double-cross Griphook, though it’s not nearly as vile as breaking into Dumbledore’s tomb – he could never have done that. Fleur–who is not an owl–escapes from ze Grindylows long enough to give Aunt Muriel back her tirahrah, which is easier done than said! And finally, Remus John Lupin arrives... Read more
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It’s back to the book club as Alice and Martha dive into “The Wandmaker,” alternatively named “The Banker.” Harry makes his decision in the Horcruxes vs. Hallows debate, and he is incredibly confident and assured in the wake of Dobby’s funeral. Actually, he’s highly logical, which allows him to look past extraneous detail. Meanwhile, You-Know-Who... Read more
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Alice and seven Marthas are joined by Jessica Liese (@HaymakerHattie) and He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named (@ShutUpTim) to review Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Book club episodes are released every... Read more
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Numerous plots converge in what is definitely (SPOILER ALERT!) the best chapter of the book so far. Luna, Ollivander, Dean, Aberforth, Draco, Bellatrix, Griphook, Greyback, Grindelwald, and Wormtail all play important roles in the action, but none as important as our fallen warrior, Dobby, a free elf, who knows no master! From new character impressions,... Read more
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Watch Harry descend into madness as he contemplates the Elder Wand… the Resurrection Stone… the Cloak of Invisibility! Hermione is most skeptical, but old Xeno was right- she is limited. Narrow. Close-minded. Ron provides the trio with some much-needed stability and optimism, not to mention some amazing password-guessing skills. And finally, it’s time for some... Read more
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This episode is set at midnight, not twilight – much spookier! Stretch out on the couch with your hands behind your head, sip your delicious Gurdyroot infusion, and eat some Freshwater Plimpy soup while you listen to Alice and Martha discuss Hermione’s incredible translation skills, Luna’s interior decor choices, and the complexities of old Xeno’s... Read more
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The gang’s back together, but Ron has some serious and somber work cut out for him when it comes to winning Hermione over again, and tuning the wireless radio certainly isn’t helping. Luckily, Harry and Ron are very subtly able to get away to “pick blackberries,” which is bro code for “goof off ten feet... Read more
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Harry, dressed in all the sweaters he owns and running on two nights without sleep, makes the wise decision to follow a mysterious doe (dough?) deep into the Forest of Dean. Ron, with a ball of light inside his chest (we must have heard that wrong) saves the day and makes a triumphant return to... Read more
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Yet another cheery chapter to brighten your Monday! Harry finally gets the savage pleasure of finding out the “truth” that old Batty and Enid Smeek shared (willingly or not) with the world’s most reliable narrator, Rita Skeeter, and the truth is that Dumbledore shared a damn sight more with Gellert Grindelwald than he ever did... Read more
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The Christmas fun continues as the bald man and the little woman head to old Batty’s house. To be fair, she was very persuasive and acting totally normal! This is one of Voldemort’s weakest plans that should have never worked, but to Hermione’s surprise, Harry’s mistake was not failing to close his mind, but failing... Read more
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This chapter is a major emotional journey. Undesirable Number One finds himself pining for his ex-girlfriend (probably Cho; it is unclear from the context) and entertaining unrealistic theories about the sword in order to get his way. And between the fallout of Ron’s departure, reminders of Dumbledore’s desertion, and the first trip to James’ and... Read more
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The lack of bacon sandwiches is really starting to get to everyone, and it’s a real slap of fish on the flesh when they realize they’ve completely forgotten about the possibility of “Accio Salmon!” Harry, Ron, and Hermione get their first excitement in days when they very coincidentally cross paths with some wizards (and, er,... Read more
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It’s finally time for some CAMPING!! The trio is now on the run, and Kreacher’s delicious steak and kidney pie has to be swapped out for some rubbery mushrooms stewed in a billycan. This chapter is full of déjà vu moments, from Harry forgetting that he’s a wizard to Hermione lecturing Harry about closing his... Read more
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The trio continues with their extremely well-thought-out plan at the Ministry, with only a few tiny hiccups along the way. With Hermione and Ron busy doing the actual jobs of their alter egos, Harry checks a most unlikely location for the locket–Umbridge’s office, which is apparently now guarded by Mike Wazowski. And don’t worry, if... Read more
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One of the biggest mysteries of the book is introduced and resolved over the course of this enigmatic chapter, and no, we’re not talking about the mystery of why JK Rowling seems to think even and odd house numbers are on the same side of the street. If you are wondering what has been going... Read more
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An extremely aged Lupin, bearing a strong resemblance to Jacob Marley, shows up at Grimmauld Place to inform the trio of the Death Eaters outside, propose a tempting plan, and drop some very surprising news about Tonks. Harry tries out the name “Remus,” and it’s about as cool as Remus’s insistence on referring to Snape... Read more
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Once again, the starting page number of this chapter proves to be very significant as Kreacher reveals his story to the trio. But before we get to the elf tale, Harry spends some time ransacking Sirius’s bedroom, under the watchful eye of several bikini-clad muggle girls, a very telling photo of the Marauders, and possibly... Read more
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The trio lands in the middle of London–but NOT on Shaftesbury Avenue–and Ron and Harry (or should we still be calling him Barny??) look extra cool in their dress robes. It’s a good thing that Hermione turns out to be more skilled at undetectable extension charms than she is at memory charms. As they search... Read more
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Thanks to Cousin Barny’s outstanding attention span, this vunderful chapter is filled with beautiful wedding quotes, which are quite useful for social media posts when people you love get married! This chapter also brings the long-awaited introduction of the effervescent Auntie Muriel, charming family memories of old Uncle Bilius, and intriguing theories about Mr. Weasley’s... Read more
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Harry finally comes of age, so it’s time to really put his magic skillz to the test and make some stuff fly around the room! It’s also time to try out a few of the twelve fail-safe ways to charm witches on both of the Weasley women, though Ron and a certain tall, faceless, unpleasant... Read more
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Harry’s struggle with his savior complex has never been more real, and there’s just no time for anything so completely trivial as vol-au-vents or weddings! Unfortunately for him, Mrs. Weasley (whose eyes are the exact shade of Ginny’s, coincidentally) has other plans for everyone, which do not include magically-altered motorbikes or plotting Voldemort’s demise. We... Read more
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Martha may not be as excited about this week’s chapter art as she was last week, but the characters do remind us of a certain Hundred Acre Wood character, to everyone’s surprise! Also included this week are the many things we “do like,” Harry mistaking Andromeda for Bellatrix (even though she isn’t singing), and imagined... Read more
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The moment we’ve all been dreading has finally arrived, so have a seat on the washing machine, pour yourself a tall glass of Harry-flavored Polyjuice Potion (it’s much tastier than Crabbe and Goyle!) and drink to our poor sweet girl, the true fallen warrior, queen of our hearts, Hedwig. We’re really going to miss her... Read more
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The Dursleys and Harry bid each other adieu, though not quite as tearfully as Hestia and Dedalus (aka the Order’s D-Squad) predicted. Awkward moments ensue when Harry realizes that Dudley didn’t actually attempt a clever booby trap, Vernon realizes the Order’s master plan to get their house, and Dedalus refers to the Dursleys in the... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Mary Kwiatkowski (@FrailMary) and the Sorting Reaping Ball to sort the characters of The Hunger Games into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both The Hunger Games and Harry Potter series. Please subscribe to our... Read more
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As Harry makes his way through his trunk and reads his newspaper, he is also forced to reckon with the fact that he is now a magic school dropout. Hedwig is trapped in her cage (moment of silence), the validity of Elphias Doge’s friendship with Dumbledore is questioned, and Harry realizes that his education has... Read more
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Martha relives an embarrassing stream of Facebook videos, Alice reveals that she does not really care about Charity Burbage, and both sisters get a little too caught up looking up pictures of white peacocks. Also featured in the chapter are Voldemort being extremely withholding, Lucius being pathetic, and Yaxley trying way too hard. When you... Read more
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This may be J.K. Rowling’s favorite film of the series (we have some theories as to why that is), but it is certainly none of ours. Nevertheless, we had a great time with Shandy of the Broadcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-broadcast/id1128235491?mt=2) dissecting everything about the sixth movie from the romances to the fiyah to the acting. Oh, and... Read more
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We’ve reached the end of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, or as we like to call it, Harry Potter and Snape. Is the final chapter as good as Alice remembered? Is it necessary to include both first and last names of characters we’ve gotten to know over the course of six books? And did... Read more
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Alice and Martha are joined by the Real Weird Dad to sort an assortment of fictional dads, and then joined by another very special guest, Grandpa Paul Krebill. Paul Krebill’s self-published books can be found at http://bit.ly/paulkrebillbooks and http://bit.ly/paulkrebill. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains... Read more
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(Spoiler alert) Dumbledore is dead, and Fawkes the phoenix (pronounced FEE-nix) is lamenting. Harry works through his emotions as visitor after visitor enters the hospital wing — even though he’s not hurt. Sparks fly between two unexpected lovebirds, but don’t worry about the fact that it’s in response to Dumbledore’s death, because Dumbledore would have... Read more
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It’s time for the titular reveal! Snape flees Hogwarts, but don’t you dare call him coward. Hagrid’s hut burns, claiming the lives of several poor, innocent Bowtruckles, but it’s nothin’ Dumbledore won’ be able to put righ’. And as usual, Hagrid needs to work on his listening skills. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters.... Read more
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Come over to the right side… and by that we mean Dumbledore’s literal right side. You have to admit, it’s a tempting offer! But first, there’s time for a quick joy ride to Hogwarts (Accio Rosmerta’s Brooms!) and plenty of discussion of the limits of the Imperius Curse. Also, spoiler alert, Snape kills Dumbledore. Please... Read more
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Take a deep breath in and enjoy the salty air of the beautiful cliffs and coast. What a wonderful spot to take the orphans for a weekend getaway! It’s also a great spot for Harry to learn the true meaning of the conditions to which he agreed to come on this adventure and for Dumbledore... Read more
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The creature in Harry’s chest may be gone, but the seeker is overhead as Harry, Ginny, and Harry’s Hungarian Horntail tattoo spend the last carefree weeks of the series together. Meanwhile, Hermione is unpleasantly intentional, Trelawney is cracking up, and Dumbledore is faced with a very unexpected dilemma. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters.... Read more
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Two very special and long-awaited guests join Alice and Martha to celebrate Mother’s Day. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Book club episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Subscribe... Read more
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This chapter includes one of Harry’s — sorry, “Roonil’s” — lowest points in the series, but also some very positive moments for other characters, such as the creature in Harry’s chest. It just goes to show that our actions don’t always have consequences! In addition to his choice of attack on Malfoy, Harry faces several... Read more
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Finally, with Slughorn’s original memory in hand, Dumbledore can tell Harry the truth. 100% of it! There’s nothing, absolutely nothing, that he’s keeping from Harry now. Alice and Martha debate the merits of censorship (and Alice seems suspiciously interested in learning more about exactly how to make a Horcrux) and the mathematics of splitting up... Read more
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This podcast is covered in tear stains as we bid farewell to Aragog, king of arachnids. But before we get to that, there’s plenty of time to brew up something amusing, though hopefully not a curdled purple dumpling. And don’t worry, this episode is safe to listen to – we had a house elf test... Read more
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The boy so solid he cannot Apparate half an inch across a room takes advantage of some extra practice sessions in Hogsmeade, while Harry continues to obsess over Malfoy and a very pretty girl who is standing guard over the Room of Requirement. Most importantly, Alice and Martha discuss a very promising fan theory about... Read more
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Two new queens have entered the scene, and they come in the form of a melting iced cake and the oldest house elf in the world. In other words, we’d be glad to see anything Miss Hepzibah has to show us, and we’ve never been more in sympathy with SPEW. Get ready for some master... Read more
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Ron spends some time recovering in the hospital wing, avoiding Lavender, and leaning into his true feelings for Er-my-nee. Harry spends his time obsessing over Malfoy, avoiding Lavender (and Cormac), and jumping to conclusions about Sn-I SHOULD NOT HAVE SAID THAT. And like McLaggen’s Bludger does with Harry’s head, worlds collide as Peeves, Dobby, and... Read more
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Two real weirdos are back to talk about tales of elves — all 399 of them! That number is certainly significant, though not quite as significant as this chapter’s opening words: so, all in all. Wow. Brilliant. Really brilliant. You may be surprised by this week’s real weirdo and chapter ranking, but nothing is as... Read more
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No shortcuts or cheats are going to help Harry during the most challenging Potions lesson of the year so far, so he resorts to sheer cheek–oh, he is his mother’s son! The sixth years begin Apparition lessons, though Harry’s not really fussed; after all, he prefers brooms. Ron gets a seriously good haul for his... Read more
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Harry and the gang return to Hogwarts via the Floo Network, and are sure not to get any ash on the carpet. In the fallout of the Fat Lady’s overindulgence over the holidays, Alice and Martha finally figure out the true meaning behind some of Lupin’s most enigmatic words. And finally, Slughorn does a very... Read more
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It’s Christmas at the Burrow, and everyone is celebrating (except the poor garden gnome being held hostage on the top of the tree). The Weasley family listens to Celestina Warbeck’s marvelous tunes, with varying degrees of enthusiasm, and Harry takes the opportunity to catch up with his buddy Arthur and wise old Professor Lupin, whom... Read more
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Slughorn’s Christmas party has everything we could ever ask for, from a real vampire (though sadly, it’s not Rufus Scrimgeour), to a Weird Sisters sighting. Harry spends the night dodging all his least favorite people, and the Queen Slug stoops to astonishing lows when she invites the King Slug to be her date. It’s a... Read more
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Awkward teenage romance features heavily in this chapter, which clearly served as the main inspiration for the makers of the sixth movie. Ron’s insecurities both on and off the Quidditch pitch lead to some very unfair and frustrating interactions with Hermione (though it was pretty awful that she probably/might have/could plausibly have snogged Krum two... Read more
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In Dumbledore’s office, we dive deep into the Pensieve, a storytelling device that gets more and more convenient each week. Thankfully, Phineas is no longer there to give his commentary! We hear from old Caractacus Burke, see Jude Law drink gin, and even catch a glimpse of one (possibly two) components of the homicidal triad.... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Amanda Frickle and Uncle Sam’s Sorting Hat to sort prominent U.S. presidents into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from the Harry Potter series as well as a few political discussions. Please subscribe to our show!... Read more
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It’s time for another Hogsmeade trip, but unfortunately for all of us, it’s just not as exciting as it used to be. Zonko’s is all boarded up, the weather is freezing, and Tonks/Eeyore is lurking on every corner. But, ooh, at least they have extra-large sugar quills! While “nothing” is in the back getting more... Read more
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Harry has his first foray into Quidditch captaincy, and frankly, he’s never been more fanciable. During the keeper tryouts, Hermione is a bit dishonest – she is a prefect after all! And after threatening to break down his front door, the trio finally mends fences with Hagrid. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler... Read more
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The time is ripe for this chapter discussion, or at least, riper than it was for Humphrey Belcher’s cheese cauldron. Harry finds himself in Bob Ogden’s memory (though thankfully not in his outfit), Dumbledore is as enigmatic as ever about his hand injury, and Alice and Martha rediscover their true identities: the Half-Blood Pince and... Read more
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Harry, Ron, and Hermione enjoy their first few days back in classes such as Runes and Defense, though they continue to feel guilty about dropping Care. Snape tries his hand at interior decorating, and Slughorn discovers that Harry has indeed inherited his mother’s talent for Potions. Alice and Martha are thrilled to discuss the titular chapter... Read more
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Does the Hogwarts Express have a conductor? Is Episkey or Tergeo more useful? Is Tonks’s new Patronus a wolf, a werewolf, or an Alfonso werewolf? And what is the difference between chocolate gateau and chocolate cake? Alice and Martha are back to answer the most important questions of the book thus far. Plus, Nearly Headless Nick digs for hot gossip... Read more
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The gang makes their way back to Hogwarts, though Harry may have to make a trip back to London first (no spoilers!). Romilda Vane makes her first appearance, Ron continues to practice out rude hand gestures, and The Slug Club assembles for the first time, at the invitation of Professor H.E.F Slughorn. Please consider supporting... Read more
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Alice and Martha find just about everything hilarious in this episode, from Arkie Philpott and the Probity Probe to the reappearance of Tom the Bartender. The trio, accompanied by baby Ginny and her parents, is met by security expert Hagrid, who (surprisingly!) fails to protect them from Draco’s sick burns. Fred and George rub their success... Read more
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Harry arrives at the Burrow in the middle of the night, welcomed by Tonks, Mollywobbles, some very hot soup, and plenty of awkward tension. The next day is spent catching up with the Weasleys and Hermione–after all, there isn’t much to do at the Burrow, unless you like cooking and chickens! And finally, the trio receives their... Read more
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As 2018 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. Join us as we sort the characters of Home Alone with the Real Weird Husband / Brother-in-Law (@paulasleson), celebrate New Year’s Eve with a very silly assortment of couples and returning guest Shandy, and complete a goofy roll playing scenario... Read more
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Harry and Dumbledore share a semi-awkward trip to the charming village of Budleigh Babberton, and a critical movie scene is tragically cut from the book. Horace Slughorn (who, contrary to popular belief, is actually NOT a giant Jabba-the-Hutt-like creature) makes his debut. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Erin Mallory Long (@erinmallorylong), Jamie Woodham (@jwoodham), and the Sorting Turkey to sort the characters of Friends into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both Friends and the Harry Potter series. Please subscribe to our show! Book club episodes are released every Monday.
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Dumbledore shows up at Privet Drive to troll the Dursleys and serve alcohol to minors. Harry, who enjoys the oak matured mead immensely, learns that he has inherited Grimmauld Place and, with it, Kreacher (luckily, Harry doesn’t have to keep him with him all the time, though). And before Dumbledore and Harry leave pursue that... Read more
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“Cissy” and “Bella” turn up at Severus “Spinmaster” Snape’s super modern, well-kept home for light-hearted visit! This chapter is packed with layered foreshadowing and sick burns on Wormtail – what more could we ask for? Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place... Read more
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The Muggle Prime Minister finds himself at a loss for words as he learns why Herbert Chorley has been quacking, how the Brockdale Bridge really collapsed (it wasn’t rusted rigging or corroded expansion joints after all), and why Fudge has finally been sacked as Minister of Magic. A grim mood has gripped the country, and... Read more
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The Real Weird Sisters review the movie of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix with special guests Tim Ahlin (@shutuptim) and Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType). Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Book club episodes are released every Monday and special... Read more
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SPOILER WARNING! DO NOT LISTEN UNTIL YOU HAVE WATCHED FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD! Alice and Martha share their first impressions of the second installment in the Fantastic Beasts franchise. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Book club episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an... Read more
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Come join Alice and Martha for a cup o’ dandelion juice as they wrap up their discussion of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Everyone but Harry is back in excellent spirits, thanks to Madam Pomfrey and the fact that none of them apparently cared too much about Sirius (shhhhhh, let’s not talk about him right... Read more
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In this emotional chapter, Harry expresses his grief and anger while Dumbledore remains infuriatingly calm. And at long last, Dumbledore tells Harry everything. (Well, maybe not everything, but everything that he needs Harry to know at the moment.) Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place... Read more
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Voldemort has plenty of chances to exercise his high, cold laugh in this chapter, even though his Death Eaters really do prove to be a bunch of bumbling idiots. Martha and Alice get to the bottom of several slightly vague Ministry of Magic plot lines. And, as the chapter title suggests, Double Door and Voldemort finally go... Read more
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This chapter, we’re in for the biggest shock of the series so far – apparently, there’s a Death Eater named Jugson. That’s right. Jugson. Let that sink in a minute. In other news, Bellatrix makes her first appearance of the series, and, oh yeah, [SPOILER ALERT] Sirius steps just a little too far past the... Read more
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Ministry of Magic security protocols turn out to be alarmingly cavalier as Dumbledore’s Army begins its rescue mission. Not a soul is in sight as the group encounters the tank of brains, the Benjamin Button (well, not really Benjamin Button) Bell Jar, and the infamous veil for the first time. It’s not all fun and games, though, as the... Read more
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Finally, Umbridge gets her comeuppance as Hermy executes her “smart plan… really smart plan” and tries to use the centaurs to do her bidding. After a scuffle with Ronan, Bane, Magorian, and a “hard-faced gray centaur,” Harry’s impatience reaches new levels. After much debate, Luna saves the day and comes up with a plan to fly to the Ministry... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Paul Asleson (@paulasleson) and the Sorting Spring Fling Crown to sort the characters of Mean Girls into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both Mean Girls and the Harry Potter series. Please subscribe to our show! Book club episodes are released every Monday.
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In this frantic chapter, Harry desperately tries to convince a skeptical Hermione that he doesn’t have a “saving-people-thing.” Ron attempts to fool Umbridge with a not-so-convincing lie about Peeves, while Ginny is a little more successful in tricking their fellow students into believing someone has let off dangerous (possibly fatal??) magical gas in the corridor.... Read more
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Oh my goodness, is that them? Is that the examiners?? Professors Tofty (or is it Toffee?) and Marchbanks have arrived, and when it comes to O.W.L.s (more commonly known as owls) it’s not really what you know, it’s who you know. From Ernie averaging eight hours of studying a day to Hermione forgetting the definition of ehwaz, everyone is going to be glad when exams are finally... Read more
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In Hagrid’s Tale, Part 2, we finally get the answer to the most important mystery of the book…what Hagrid has been doing and why he has been so beaten up all this time! Harry and Hermy have the pleasure of meeting Grawp, who definitely DOESN’T pick Hermione up or wave her around in the air. Luckily, the ruddy stargazers... Read more
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Now that Harry’s got the basics of Occlumency down, Snape figures he can just carry on on his own with his studies. However, he’s so down about Cho (it definitely couldn’t be anything else) that he’s having trouble enjoying the Easter holidays. When Ginny hatches a dangerous plan, Fred and George are willing to risk... Read more
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With Umbridge as the new Head of Hogwarts, Fred and George take their troublemaking to the next level. A kitten plate saves Harry from divulging important information, though isn’t that the point of the Fidelius Charm? Voldemort begins laying the groundwork for luring Harry to the Ministry (we think?) and Malfoy finds out that Harry has been taking... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Jessica McKenna (@JessRMcKenna) and Zach Reino (@ZachReino) of Off Book Podcast (@OffBookPod), as well as the Sorting Beret to sort the characters of Les Misérables into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both Les Misérables and the Harry Potter series. Please subscribe to our... Read more
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With Firenze now at the helm of the Divination class, we have a lot of questions. Why are Lavender and Parvati so attracted to their new professor? Has teaching always been Firenze’s dream? And where exactly do centaurs come from? We also spend plenty of time mourning the end of the D.A., celebrating Dobby’s bravery, and... Read more
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While Ron continues to fail miserably at Quidditch, Harry continues to fail miserably at Occlumency, maybe because his visions make him feel special…important? However, it’s not all doom and gloom this chapter. Believe it or not, Harry’s interview with Rita sends the Quibbler to reprint faster than any previous issue, even those about Crumple-Horned Snorkacks! And Trelawney’s sacking... Read more
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Several disturbing news stories shake the wizarding community, and Hermione sees the chance for an opening for Harry to regain some credibility. Harry goes on a disastrous date with the Human Hosepipe. And finally, Rita Skeeter makes her triumphant return as Hermione’s unlikely drinking mate. We may not love the title of this chapter, but... Read more
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Snape reveals himself as a master of sass when he makes a surprise visit to Grimmauld Place. Harry reluctantly parts with Sirius, and Lupin and Tonks enjoy their first date as group chaperones on the Knight Bus. Harry’s unhappy return to Hogwarts is made worse with his first session of Remedial Potions (Good Lord, he must be... Read more
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Harry wallows in the wake of the Extendable Ears fiasco (this is exactly why Phineas Nigellus loathed being a teacher!) and comes up with some interesting theories about how exactly he might have attacked Mr. Weasley. Everyone forgets that Ginny almost died as a first year, and Hermione gives up a really good skiing trip in order... Read more
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In one of the most suspenseful chapters of the series so far, Mr. Weasley’s life hangs in the balance as Harry struggles to convey just how serious the situation is (do they not realize how much a person bleeds when fangs that long pierce their side?). It’s a strange situation when Sirius behaves more maturely than... Read more
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Umbridge stoops to new lows in order to take down our biggest friend–but we know what she’s doing, that foul, lying, twisting old gargoyle! Thanks to an extra special meeting of the Defense Association, Cho has A VERY HARRY CHRISTMAS! Unfortunately, Harry doesn’t have too long to bask in the glow of his first kiss, as... Read more
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Hagrid is back, and he recounts his tale (or is it his tail?) of his time with the giants for the three nosiest kids at Hogwarts. Harry, Ron, and Hermione learn conflicting information about Gurgs, gain new respect for Olympe (she’s not afraid of roughin’ it), and continue to question exactly how Hagrid got his disturbing... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Daniel Erenberg (@LowStakesDaniel) and the Sorting Trucker Hat to sort the characters of 30 Rock into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both 30 Rock and Harry Potter series. Please subscribe to our show! Book club episodes are released every Monday.
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Memories of two jam-packed weeks of D.A. meetings are enough to buoy Harry’s spirits, but only for so long. Malfoy tries his hand at song lyrics, Harry and George give an exhibition of Muggle dueling, and Educational Decree Number Twenty-five has devastating consequences for the Gryffindor Quidditch team. But we can think of one thing that might cheer... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Dan Krebill (AKA The Real Weird Father) and the Sorting Funnel to sort the characters of The Wizard of Oz into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both The Wizard of Oz and Harry Potter series. This episode is brought to you... Read more
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Harry gets irrationally defensive of Sirius, Angelina still can’t stop talking about Quidditch, and Fred and George suffer from some massive pus-filled boils (which might have ruptured). The D.A. (also known as the Ministry of Magic Are Morons Group) holds its first official meeting, which means that Harry finally gets to practice his already excellent teaching skills in... Read more
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Alice and Martha find themselves wholeheartedly agreeing with Lav-Lav about Hedwig, Harry, Ron, and Neville get in trouble for “fighting,” and Angelina can’t stop obsessing about Quidditch. Meanwhile, Snuffles is back on speaking terms with Harry, and Umbridge is getting her stubby hands in the middle of everything (literally and figuratively). We hope this episode will be... Read more
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Hermione gathers approximately 25 of her best friends for an informational meeting at the Hog’s Head, even though the Three Broomsticks probably would have been a safer bet (she’s got a LOT to learn). Fred and George order everyone butterbeers, and then weasel out of paying for them. And Harry finally has the opportunity to execute some of the... Read more
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Strong females dominate this chapter, as Queens McGonagall and Grubbly-Plank take on the newly appointed Hogwarts High Inquisitor and Hermione comes up with the idea of forming the D.A.! Harry, on the other hand, struggles to keep his temper under control and receives a D on his potions homework (information he would rather keep private).... Read more
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Harry the Sneaky Codemaster is back, which means that unfortunately, “Snuffles” is too. Quidditch practice is completely lousy, but it definitely isn’t Ron’s fault! And finally, Percy reveals himself as the world’s biggest git. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later... Read more
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In this crossover episode, Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Tim Ahlin (@ShutUpTim) to recast Harry Potter with characters from the Shrek universe. This is episode is definitely real weird, so just go with it! Be aware that the show may contain spoilers from both the Shrek series and the Harry Potter series. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Please subscribe... Read more
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Hermione knits hats for House Elves (she’s getting better, she can do patterns and bobbles and all sorts of things now!), Ron has the sickest burn of the book so far, and Harry spends four miserable detentions with the evil, twisted, mad, old toad. Listen to this episode for as long as it takes for the message to sink... Read more
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Ooh, Crackpot’s feeling cranky! This chapter is a bigger downer than double potions with the Slytherins (and if that means we’re supposed to get to get matey with them, fat chance). Harry just can’t handle Ron and Hermione bickering anymore, he’s mortified when he puts his foot in his mouth with Cho, and he’s livid when Snape vanishes... Read more
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Alice and Martha are back to discuss the first night back at Hogwarts! The Sorting Hat branches out a bit, Umbridge has no idea how things are done at Hogwarts, and Harry has a go at Seamus’s mam. Make sure you listen to this episode on a full stomach, or you may end up groaning in hunger... Read more
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Alice and Martha admire JK Rowling’s ability to write chaotic scenes, as evidenced several times throughout Harry’s hectic journey back to Hogwarts. The first appearance of Luna Lovegood, the mention of Stubby Boardman and Doris Purkiss, and the return of Wilhelmina, AKA “Queen” Grubbly-Plank make this week’s Real Weirdo the toughest decision in recent memory! Please consider... Read more
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This episode is well done. Brilliant. Perfect. Great. Alice and Martha are back with their most horrible hearty voices to break down the shoddy reasons Dumbledore gives for not making Harry a prefect, the misguided actions of Moody, and, of course, the woes of Mrs. Weasley. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please... Read more
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Once again, Alice and Martha discuss the concerning practices of the Wizarding World’s criminal justice system, as Harry faces a full trial in front of the Wizengamot. Alice and Martha also take issue with Dumbledore’s aloof demeanor, uncover the Bones family catchphrase, and empathize with Mrs. Figg as she take the witness stand. And of... Read more
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Alice and Martha break down everything about Harry’s first visit to the Ministry of Magic, from the confusing reverse-numbering floor plan to the Fountain of Magical Brethren. And we have a new impression for you, from a most unexpected source. Hint: it is both cool AND female! Any questions? Simply dial 62442. Please consider supporting us on... Read more
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Recording together in person for the first time in awhile, Alice and Martha analyze the Black family tree and the R.A.B. foreshadowing in this chapter. And most importantly, with the introduction of a new character, Martha has a new impression to try out… Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our... Read more
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It’s time for the (almost) once every book occurrence of the chapter title being the same as the book title! Alice and Martha debate whether Sirius or Harry had a worse summer, analyze gender roles within the Order of the Phoenix, and feel sorry for poor baby Ginny. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler... Read more
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The time has finally come! Alice has finally watched A Very Potter Musical and is here to share all of her thoughts with Martha. Thank you so much to all of our patrons for making this show possible, we couldn’t have done it without you! Please subscribe to our show! Book club episodes are released every Monday.
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Jacob Sager Weinstein (@jacobsw) and the Sorting Cat (in the Hat) to sort the characters from the world of Dr. Seuss into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from many of Dr. Seuss’s works as well as the Harry... Read more
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If you thought you heard our dulcet tones, you were right! Alice and Martha are back to discuss Harry’s first night at the headquarters of the Order of the Phoenix (the wat?), as Harry loses his temper, Hedwig hoots glumly, and Ron urges Hermione to let Harry breathe! Admist all this chaos, Ginny begins to take after her... Read more
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Alice and Martha analyze Harry’s first interaction with the real Mad-Eye Moody, empathize with Tonks’s inclination to show off for a celebrity, and poke fun at Lupin’s ability (or lack thereof) to flirt. Make sure to finish this episode before the Dursleys return home from the non-existent All-England Best-Kept Lawn Competition! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler... Read more
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Do squibs have a special gift for communicating with cats? Did Mrs. Polkiss slip something into Dudley’s tea? And why is Harry obsessed with going on the run and becoming a fugitive? Alice and Martha (and Bungy) are back to answer your most pressing questions about this chapter! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning!... Read more
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Alice and Martha are beyond excited to start Order of the Phoenix, and the first chapter of the book does not disappoint! Take a seat in the nearest hydrangea patch to eavesdrop as we discuss water skiing budgerigars (water skiing what?!), wilting salads, and Big D’s newly acquired affinity for “the noble sport.” Please consider supporting us on... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Antonio Mazzaro (@acmazzaro) and the Sorting Mustache to sort the characters of Parks and Recreation into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both the Parks and Recreation and Harry Potter series. Please subscribe to our show! Book club episodes are released every... Read more
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The Real Weird Sisters review the movie of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire with special guests Tim Ahlin (@shutuptim) and Chelsea Patton (@chelseakpatton). Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Book club episodes are released every Monday and special... Read more
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The Beginning (and the end) of Goblet of Fire has finally arrived! Alice and Martha wrap up the book by breaking down Harry’s recovery from the trauma in the graveyard, analyzing Dumbledore’s Leaving Feast speech, and discussing the parallels between Harry’s first trip on the Hogwarts Express and his trip home in this book. Don’t forget to stick around... Read more
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In the penultimate chapter of Goblet of Fire, Alice and Martha marvel at J.K. Rowling’s writing abilities, break down Sirius — er, Snuffles — and Harry’s relationship, and find themselves surprisingly impressed with and proud of a certain Potions professor. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains... Read more
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Find out if Martha appropriately hyped or over-hyped this long awaited, possibly climactic chapter of the book! If you don’t enjoy this episode, Dumbledore’s eyes will quit twinkling, and you might realize why he was the only wizard You-Know-Who ever feared. Let us know what you think of the show! Fill out our 2018 feedback survey... Read more
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Alice and Martha are once again thrilled to spend an hour and half breaking down a ten page chapter! In this episode, we discuss a wild alternate reality which, of course, involves the shrunken heads, delve into the backstory on why one Scholastic consistency editor may have been fired, and consider reasons for why the... Read more
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Hello, listener, our slippery friend… Alice and Martha are back to discuss Voldemort’s sentimental side, pick apart the specifics of his return to corporeal form, and question J.K. Rowling’s math skills, yet again. (We still think you’re a genius, Jo!) Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains... Read more
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In what is possibly the most pivotal chapter of the entire Harry Potter series, Alice and Martha fully eulogize Cedric and reflect on the life that was taken from us too soon. Wormtail follows a recipe moste evile to resurrect his master, and sadly, “it” doesn’t drown. Lord Voldemort has returned, and Harry’s life will never be the same again. Don’t worry though; despite the heavy topic, there’s... Read more
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Bill is back, acting cooler than ever, Snuffles sends his best wishes (or does he?), and no one but Hermione seems to be able to remember that Muggle technology goes haywire at Hogwarts. Luckily, there are spells to point Harry in the right direction, literally! Alice and Martha also admire Cedric’s true Hufflepuff characteristics and consider the ways in... Read more
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With twinkling eyes, Alice and Martha delve into the inner workings of the Pensieve, the complexities of the Crouch father-son dynamic, and the possibilities of yet another Dumbledore conspiracy theory. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Book... Read more
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As 2017 comes to a close, we want to offer you a chance to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. Join us as we rank Harry’s seven Christmases with returning guest Haley Strong (@hstrong_), write New Year’s Resolutions for some of your favorite (and least favorite) Wizarding World characters, and sort the characters of A Charlie Brown Christmas with a... Read more
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Alice and Martha snuffle around as they recap The Dream, which rivals both sisters’ strangest dream stories and somehow, they find a way to relate all this back to the Unabomber. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined once again by special guest Josh Wigler (@roundhoward) and the Sorting Crown to continue sorting the characters of Game of Thrones into Hogwarts houses. Listen to Part 1 here. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both the Game of Thrones and Harry Potter series. Please subscribe to our show! Book... Read more
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This chapter art may not be Alice’s favorite, but the chapter makes up for it with opportunities for plenty of Dobby and Winky impressions, discussions of Ron’s problem with Hermione’s social activism, and the symbolism of Barty Crouch, Sr. Plus, Harry is super awkward with Krum and Snape trolls Harry pretty hard, so what’s not... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Shandy and Tim Ahlin (@ShutUpTim) to cast, draft, and role play a season of The Hunger Games, featuring Harry Potter characters as contestants. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers from both the Hunger Games series and the Harry Potter series. Please consider supporting... Read more
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As the title suggests, this chapter features the return of Padfoot… er, Snuffles, that is. It also features highly questionable teaching methods by Snape, frustrating interactions between Ron and Hermione, and lots of chicken. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place... Read more
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There is a tragic lack of Hedwig in this chapter, but that doesn’t stop Alice and Martha from paying homage to the great white bird through silence and song. Also in this episode is debate of what underwater animal is the most useful Animagus, controversy over Harry’s willingness to leave Hermione behind, and, of course,... Read more
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From Myrtle to Mrs. Norris to Mad-Eye, it’s hard to figure out which eye JK is really referring to with this chapter title. Nevertheless, Alice and Martha have fun dissecting the intricacies of this chapter and bringing back one of Martha’s worse impressions. Don’t be too distraught! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning!... Read more
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Alice and Martha pick apart every aspect of the OG #FakeNews promoter, Rita Skeeter herself, and get a little too excited talking about Professor/Queen Grubbly-Plank. We’re still trying to make S.P.U.G. happen. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in... Read more
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Dobby impressions abound in this extra-long Christmassy episode! Listen to this episode if you are interested in Alice and Martha’s favorite colors, Martha’s mouth problems, and finally hearing Krum speak. What’d you expect, turnips? Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place... Read more
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Happy Halloween! In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Paul Asleson (@paulasleson) and the Sorting Witch Hat to sort the characters of Hocus Pocus into Hogwarts houses. Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both the Hocus Pocus and Harry Potter series. Please subscribe to our show! Book club episodes are released... Read more
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Giggles abound in one of the silliest chapters of this book as Harry and Ron struggle to find dates for the Yule Ball, Hermione struggles to fight for feminism, and Hagrid struggles to speak like a normal person. This is the 100th episode of the Real Weird Sisters and is therefore a chance for us to,... Read more
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Harry and Ron are friends again and, for once, all is right with the world. Someone ought to tell Winky. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Book club episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are... Read more
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This chapter has it all: shoddy research methods, sassy Harry moments, and awkward interactions galore! Plus, it turns out Ron isn’t the worst person in the world! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Book club episodes... Read more
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Harry is emo, Hagrid is weird, Ron is cranky, Hermione is angelic, and Rita Skeeter is in her element. What more could you want from a chapter? Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Book club episodes... Read more
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Alice and Martha are back to discuss the potential of a mandatory gymnastics program at Hogwarts, debate the painfulness of Hermione’s teeth injury, and complain a lot about Snape. And don’t worry, they also complain about Ron plenty. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for... Read more
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This chapter is all kinds of awkward, so Alice and Martha do their best to remedy the awkwardness through bad French accents, horrible Moody growls, and questionable Dumbledore-Yoda comparisons. Plus, never forget: DID YA PUT YA NAME IN THE GOBLET OF FIYAH?? Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Josh Wigler (@roundhoward) and the Sorting Crown to sort the characters of Game of Thrones into Hogwarts houses. Stay tuned for part 2! Be aware that the show contains spoilers from both the Game of Thrones and Harry Potter series. Please subscribe to our show! Book... Read more
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The sisters swap stories of being almost as awkward as Ron around famous people, battle for best (or worst) Fleur impression, and get grossed out by a lot of strange foods in this chapter. Watch out for talons! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for... Read more
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Before they even have a chance to mispronounce foreign schools’ names, Alice and Martha get bogged down in the linguistic trenches of Harry Potter spells. But don’t worry, they give themselves plenty of chances for pronunciation humiliation throughout this episode! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains... Read more
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This week, Martha is joined by a hoarse Alice to discuss the intricacies of Mad-Eye Moody’s mad eye, the fine line between Mad-Eye and Barty Crouch Jr., and the insensitive behavior of Ron. Warning: listening to this episode is enough to earn a life sentence in Azkaban. And remember, CONSTANT VIGILANCE! Please consider supporting us on... Read more
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Haley Strong (@hstrong_) to cast and imagine a fantasy season of The Bachelorette, starring Hermione Granger as the Bachelorette and featuring Harry Potter characters as contestants. Our casting of The Bachelor with Harry Potter as the lead can be found at http://www.realweirdsisters.com/harry-potter-and-the-final-rose/ Please consider... Read more
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One of the grossest chapters in all of Harry Potter, including newborn Blast-Ended Skrewts, bubotuber pus, and Hermione scarfing down her food at breakneck speed. Warning: Do not listen to this episode while eating, unless you’ve got to dash to the library right after. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware... Read more
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After twelve long weeks, we are finally back in the Hogwarts castle and all is right with the world! Martha’s impressions abound as the Sorting Hat sings a new song, and Alice tries to stump Martha with a new game. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains... Read more
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Alice and Martha recap Chapter 11 of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, AKA the story of “The Boy Who Cried Dark Wizard.” We really just can’t wait to finally get to Hogwarts. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place... Read more
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Alice and Martha debate which Weasley is Mrs. Weasley’s favorite, discuss the power of the press in Harry Potter, and complain about Percy… but what else is new. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Book club... Read more
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You-Know-Who’s mark has been cast in the sky… and yes, Harry, when we say You-Know-Who, we mean Voldemort. Alice and Martha question the emergency protocol at the Quidditch World Cup, assess Ron’s level of privilege, and share stories of the most important things they’ve ever lost. Plus, Martha speaks French! Please consider supporting us on... Read more
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Even though this chapter is all about SPORTS, Alice and Martha do their best to address everything non-sports-related in the chapter. This includes but is not limited to: the population of wizards in the world, cheese metaphors, and the marginalization of house-elves in wizarding society. And if you’re not going to watch at normal speed,... Read more
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Alice and Martha discuss kilts, ponchos, and thigh-length galoshes; share their love of Archie the old wizard; and get confused talking about the number of Quidditch players in Great Britain. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take place later in the series.... Read more
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Alice and Martha engage in lively discussion of sleep schedules, the various forms of transportation in the wizarding world, and the hotness level of Robert Pattinson as they discuss chapter 6 of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters. Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers... Read more
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You may not have heard this episode before, but if you’re anything like Harry, you’ll know immediately what chapter we’re here to talk about. Listen to Alice and Martha analyze just how cool Bill Weasley is, debate Charlie’s dateability, and tie it all back to Breaking Bad and the Fudge books.
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If you were thinking this chapter would actually take you back to the Burrow, you are sadly mistaken. But have no fear, because this episode will still attempt to answer your most burning questions, including: what do the Dursleys do with Harry’s room during the school year? What would Cornelius Fudge and Dudley’s ship name be? And, what does it sound like when one pulls an Aunt Petunia and chews their tongue?
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This one is for all the swotty little nancy boys out there. Alice and Martha are back to criticize Harry’s friends’ ideas of good food, question the methods of refrigeration in the wizarding world, and imagine Harry as a contestant on What Not to Wear.
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Alice and Martha are back to share stories of the weirdest dreams they’ve had, explain why Dumbledore is kind of a hipster, and attempt to come up with better pseudonyms for Buckbeak than “Witherwings.”
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Hi and welcome to the Frank Bryce Memorial Podcast, where your hosts bemoan the loss of one of the greatest men to ever walk the earth and honor his life with as much respect as possible. If you’ve come to hear about unexpected animals that produce milk, you’ve come to the right place. Also, learn why hot water bottles bum Alice out and listen to Martha attempt Voldemort’s icy laugh! (You may want to pull out the headphones for that part, actually.)
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The Real Weird Sisters review the movie of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban with special guests Tim Ahlin (@shutuptim) and Haley Strong (@hstrong_).
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Alice and Martha have reached the end of Book 3 and are here to discuss all your burning questions! Why weren’t Fudge and Snape aware of Hermione’s Time Turner? What’s with Dumbledore’s obsession with being cryptic? And how on earth could one swallow a whole bottle of hot butterbeer in one gulp? Plus, Alice and Martha give out the third Chosen Moment for Harry.
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Kate Hildner (@khildner11) and the DesperHAT to sort the characters of Desperate Housewives into Hogwarts houses.
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The secret is out… and no, it has nothing to do with Hogsmeade. Listen to Alice and Martha as they do their best to put themselves in Snape’s shoes, confuse themselves talking about time travel, and assess the root of Harry’s “saving people thing.” Warning: tears are shed.
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Expecto… expecto… Alice and Martha are back to discuss six-legged races, Harry’s potential interest in Shark vs. T-Rex, and oddly memorable songs from piano lessons. And, shocker of all shockers, it’s still all Snape’s fault.
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In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType) and the Sorting Toque to sort the characters of Ratatouille into Hogwarts houses.
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At long last, Alice and Martha have reached the real meat of the book and couldn’t be more excited. Listen to the sisters discuss Snape’s implicit bias towards werewolves, compare the miserable post-James lives of each of the marauders, and delve deep into the question we’ve all wondered: what musical instrument would Wormtail have played had he been in band.
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The Real Weird Sisters are back with a very special announcement and a very short chapter to discuss! Listen to Alice and Martha debate Harry’s intelligence, discuss the many bachelors and bachelorettes living in Hogsmeade, and wonder just why it took Lupin so long to realize that the rat was in fact, the rat.
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Wriggle madly in your seats as you listen to Alice and Martha question Harry’s behavior towards Crookshanks, wonder about dental options in Azkaban, and do what they do best – relate it all back to Ratatouille and Hamilton.
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