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The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling is an audio documentary that examines some of the most contentious conflicts of our time through the life and career of the world’s most successful author. In conversation with host Megan Phelps-Roper, J.K. Rowling speaks with unprecedented candor and depth about the controversies surrounding her—from book bans to debates on gender and sex. The series also examines the forces propelling this moment in history, through interviews with Rowling’s supporters and ...
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Welcome to Lumos Maxima: The Rowling Library Podcast. Turn on the light every other Friday with hosts Demi and Jess as they explore magical topics all about Harry Potter and J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World. The segments of each episode are a recap of the latest issue of The Rowling Library Magazine, Quick Quotes Corner, Wizarding News in the Muggle World, and Tales of Magic and Mischief.
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Host Megan Phelps-Roper asks J.K. Rowling to respond to pushback from some of her critics. The two also discuss the difficulty of discernment—why it can be so hard to know what’s right. Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn and Emily Yoffe. This show is proudly sponsored by the Foundati…
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Transgender fans of Harry Potter share their criticism of J.K. Rowling—and the experiences that inform their views. Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, Megan Phelps-Roper, and Candace Mittel Kahn, with special thanks to Emily Yoffe. This show is proudly sponsored by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. FIRE believes free speech ma…
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After years of observing the conflict between advocates for trans rights and women’s rights, J.K. Rowling weighs in. Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, and Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn and Emily Yoffe. This show is proudly sponsored by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. FIRE believes free speec…
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The movement for trans rights hits its stride in the early 2010s, but encounters fierce resistance from an unexpected source. J.K. Rowling watches the battle unfold with mounting unease. Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, and Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn and Emily Yoffe. This show is proudly sponsored by the Fou…
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The early days of the internet collide with the feverish fandom of “Harry Potter,” and a sprawling, global community emerges. But the hopefulness of this new technology brings with it the darker impulses of human nature. Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, and Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn and Emily Yoffe. This sh…
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As "Harry Potter" becomes an international phenomenon, it coincides with the culture wars of the 1990s. In the backlash from Christians across America, author J.K. Rowling is accused of mainstreaming witchcraft and poisoning children’s minds. Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, and Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn an…
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Host Megan Phelps-Roper writes a letter to J.K. Rowling—and receives a surprising invitation in reply: the opportunity for an intimate conversation in Rowling’s Scottish home. Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, and Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn and Emily Yoffe. This show is proudly sponsored by the Foundation for…
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The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling premieres Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Learn more Read an essay by host Megan Phelps-Roper저자 The Free Press
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New Podcast Announcement - The Half-Blood Princesses: A Harry Potter Podcast
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Thank you for listening to Lumos Maxima: The Rowling Library Podcast. Demi and Jess have decided to launch their new podcast, The Half-Blood Princesses: A Harry Potter Podcast. Please continue on the magical journey with them on their new chapter. You can listen on anchor, anchor.fm/HBPrincessesPod, and on all other platforms. The podcast is on Twi…
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Demi and Jess solemnly swear that they are up to no good! Join them and special guest Lizzy as they talk all about the Marauder’s Map in episode 11 of Lumos Maxima. Topics include listeners’ voicemail messages, getting to know Lizzy, a quote about the Marauder’s Map, Wizarding World and Marauder’s Map news, and an unforgettable discussion about the…
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It’s time to raise your glass of Butterbeer to the Chosen One! Demi and Jess celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday in episode 10 of Lumos Maxima. Topics include a listener’s voicemail message, a recap of issue #43 of The Rowling Library Magazine, a quote about Harry’s birthday, Wizarding World and Harry birthday news, and a discussion about Harry’s bir…
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Surprise! Join Demi and Jess for their first bonus episode. What better time to start their bonus episode series than between episodes 9 and 10, just like Platform Nine and Three-Quarters at King’s Cross Station?In episode 9 3/4, they rank the Weasleys. Listen to them discuss each Weasley family member in turn then share their ranks at the end! Lum…
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What time is it? It’s summer at the Burrow time! Join Demi and Jess as they plunge into the Weasleys’ home during summer holidays. Topics include a listener’s voicemail message, a quote about the Burrow, Wizarding World and Burrow news, and a discussion about Harry’s summers at the Burrow in Chamber of Secrets, Goblet of Fire, Half-Blood Prince, an…
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Neville Longbottom is the shining star of episode 8 of Lumos Maxima. Join Demi, Jess, and special guest Tiffany from Swish and Flick as they talk all about this kind-hearted and brave Gryffindor. Topics include getting to know Tiffany, a quote about Neville, Wizarding World and Neville news, and a conversation about Neville from Sorcerer’s Stone to…
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Soar into magical episode 7 of Lumos Maxima as Demi and Jess talk all about thestrals. Topics include a listener’s voicemail message, a recap of issue #42 of The Rowling Library Magazine, a quote about thestrals, Wizarding World and thestrals news, and a conversation about thestrals. The hosts discuss the thestrals’ incredible sense of direction an…
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Happy Birthday Draco Malfoy! Draco gets the spotlight in episode 6 of Lumos Maxima. Join Demi, Jess, and special guest Anissa as they plunge into Draco’s character like never before. Topics include getting to know Anissa, a quote about Draco, Wizarding World and Draco news, and a discussion all about Draco from Sorcerer’s Stone through Cursed Child…
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Harry Potter meets the Hunger Games in episode 5 of Lumos Maxima as Demi, Jess, and special guest Madi plunge into a deep discussion about the Triwizard Tournament. Topics include getting to know Madi, a recap of issue #41 of The Rowling Library Magazine, a quote about the tournament, Wizarding World and Triwizard news, and an analysis of each of t…
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Dive into the silvery mist of the Pensieve with Demi and Jess in episode 4 of Lumos Maxima. Topics include a quote about the Pensieve, Wizarding World and Pensieve news, the Pensieve meets High School Musical and Gwen Stefani, and a conversation about the Pensieve that goes into a deep analysis of Voldemort and Snape’s characters. Lumos Maxima is o…
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In the third episode of Lumos Maxima, Demi and Jess are joined by special guest Amy as they analyze two mind-blowing conspiracy theories about Ron Weasley. Topics include a social media shout out, getting to know Amy, a recap of issue #40 of The Rowling Library Magazine, a quote about Ron, Wizarding World and conspiracy theory news, a character pro…
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In the second episode of Lumos Maxima, Demi and Jess are joined by special guest Kathy as they jump into a lively discussion about the Deathly Hallows! Topics include a social media shout out, getting to know Kathy, a recap of issue #39 of The Rowling Library Magazine, a quote about the Hallows, Wizarding World and Deathly Hallows news, and a conve…
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Embark on a magical journey with hosts Demi and Jess as they discuss Luna Lovegood in their first episode of Lumos Maxima: The Rowling Library Podcast! Topics include getting to know the hosts, a recap of issue #38 of The Rowling Library Magazine, a quote about Luna, Wizarding World and Luna news, and a conversation on the character development of …
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