516: Can Draco Malfoy Ever Be Forgiven?

MuggleCast: The Harry Potter Re-Read Podcast

• The Harry Potter Store in New York City is now open. Will Micah be going?
• In celebration of the character's birthday, today we are discussing all things Draco Malfoy.
• Malfoy's name implies he will act in bad faith, and his horoscope suggests a duality of character. Do the hosts agree?
• According to LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4, Malfoy's Boggart is Lord Voldemort. Is this canon? Are there any other things his Boggart might be?
• We all agree Tom Felton was an excellent choice for Draco, and we love how active he is in fandom today.
• Fun Segment: To kick off our in-depth character analysis, the hosts recap the Top 7 Moments Draco was a Jerk
• While the first four moments were concerning, the top three moments could have or did result in the loss of life!
• Can Draco Malfoy be redeemed? How much of his upbringing is to blame for his casual racism?
• Is there a "sweet spot" age where Draco can be held responsible for all of his actions, and if so, when?
• Drawing from Cursed Child, all the hosts strangely agree that Draco would be a good father as a result of his actions.
• Are there actions of Draco's that are truly unforgivable? What behavior would the hosts never forgive in their personal life?
• Which characters from Harry Potter would never forgive Draco? Which ones would?
• Finally, the hosts all try to say something nice about Draco!
• Quizzitch: The constellation Draco was so named for its appearance of being like a dragon.. Who first named the constellation Draco?Visit MuggleCast.com/Quizzitch to submit your answer!
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