Chapter 5: The Order of the Phoenix | Order of the Phoenix

Sep 21, 2025

Join the hosts as they explore the chaos of 12 Grimmauld Place, from Sirius's stir-craziness to Mundungus's shadiness. Witness the twins' chaotic magic causing mayhem, and enjoy Tonks' hilarious metamorphmagus tricks. There's a tense debate on whether Harry should be let in on Order secrets, alongside the troubling reality of Voldemort's return being downplayed by the Ministry. The discussion delves into the intriguing prophecy and the true nature of the 'weapon' at stake—spoiler: it's not what you think!

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Microdetails Drive Re-reads

The hosts obsess over tiny details and chapter art to find fresh angles on familiar text.
Micro-arguments (cape vs. cloak) reflect fan engagement with granular worldbuilding.

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Podcasting Newsletter Vs. Their Style

Ben shares a newsletter tip that listeners prefer episodes under an hour and immediate meat.
He contrasts that with the show's playful banter approach and fan enjoyment.

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House Magic Explains Weird Decor

The Black house blends nobility with mundane layout, with kitchens in the basement and portraits sticky with charms.
House-elves or Creature may preserve items with their own magic, explaining unremovable tapestries.

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Arrival at 12 Grimmauld Place

09:33 • 6min

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Meeting the Order and Mundungus' Entrance

15:40 • 7min

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Order Logistics and Extendable Ears

22:46 • 10min

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Fred & George's Chaotic Magic

32:59 • 9min

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Sirius, Crookshanks, and Stir-Crazy Energy

41:40 • 7min

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Tonks' Demonstration and Comic Relief

Sirius vs. Molly: Who Should Harry Know?

01:00:45 • 10min

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Dumbledore, Trust, and 'Not Telling Harry'

01:10:42 • 9min

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Harry Asks: Where Is Voldemort?

01:19:36 • 12min

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Why the Ministry Denies Voldemort's Return

01:31:50 • 5min

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The Prophecy and the 'Weapon' Misleading

01:37:20 • 6min

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Harry's Decision and Order Limits

01:43:37 • 2min

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Listener Question: Trace, Taboo, and Fidelius

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Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 5 of the Order of the Phoenix and discuss Sirius being stir-crazy, after the meeting, Mundungus being shady, the twins doing “too much” magic, everyone’s reaction to Harry wanting answers,them giving him non-answers and “the weapon.”

Relevant Links:

Who Was Crookshanks Original Owner? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8fvwfckYy8

O Brother, Where Art Thou? - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O_Brother,_Where_Art_Thou%3F

The Great British Bake Off - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_British_Bake_Off

Voldemort’s MASTER PLAN Revealed! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=klb6kpxbAtQ&t=476s

The TRUTH About Chocolate Frog Cards - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7Zcz4zm-BU

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