MuggleCast: The Harry Potter Re-Read Podcast #464: Dumbledore Gone Wild (OOTP 27, The Centaur and The Sneak)
May 5, 2020
The hosts celebrate the anniversary of the Battle of Hogwarts while discussing J.K. Rowling's apologies for character deaths. Hermione's changing attitude towards Firenze fuels debate, and they analyze the ethical ramifications of memory modification with Marietta's story. Dobby's self-punishment highlights the struggles of house-elves amidst Hogwarts' chaos. The complexities of authority and rebellion in Dumbledore's Army come into focus, alongside playful theories about Dumbledore's magical traits. They also reveal trivia winners and unveil a special anniversary t-shirt.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Twitter, Names, and Hogwarts Revealed
01:59 • 3min
Reflections on Character Apologies
05:02 • 5min
Celebrating Trivia Winners and Announcing the 15th Anniversary Gift
09:43 • 3min
Navigating Dumbledore's Army and Hogwarts Changes
12:55 • 2min
Conflict of Perspectives on Magical Creatures
15:19 • 11min
Divination and Perspectives: Centaurs vs. Wizards
26:37 • 13min
Dobby's Conflict and Hogwarts' Chaos
39:40 • 11min
The Consequences of Betrayal
50:22 • 10min
Ethical Dilemmas in Memory Modification
01:00:09 • 14min
Dumbledore's Army and Political Turmoil
01:13:49 • 11min
The Mystical Mechanics of Dumbledore's Office
01:25:14 • 2min
Quiz, Announcements, and Special Offers
01:26:52 • 3min