Emotional Support Hippogriff (OOTP Chapter 23, Christmas on the Closed Ward)

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On this week's episode, we're trying our best to keep morale high as Harry is having a complete meltdown! Join Andrew, Eric and Micah as they debate Dumbledore's hands-off approach and navigate the highs and lows of Christmas on The Closed Ward.

• News: Warner Bros. finally confirms six actors for the new Harry Potter TV series
• Chapter by Chapter continues with Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Chapter 23: Christmas on The Closed Ward. MuggleCast last discussed this chapter on Episode 460!
• Harry feels violated and is completely spiraling! Who is going to save him?
• Why should Harry listen to or even trust Phineas Nigellus Black?
• The Power of Connection: Hermione & Ginny's Breakthrough
• Do we feel Harry is even capable of asking for help given his upbringing?
• Buckbeak: The Emotional Support Hippogriff
• The Lighter Side of Remus Lupin
• Santa Sirius has forgotten all about his Christmas elf Kreacher
• Should we feel sorry for Lockhart?
• The Longbottoms & The Harsh Realities of War
• Bubblegum Wrapper Theories Galore!
• Most Valuable Gift: What was the best Christmas gift someone received in this chapter?
• Lynx Line: What is something someone gave you that has no (or little) monetary value, but which you hold absolutely dear and would be devastated to part with? What’s the story associated with it?
• Quizzitch: What actor/comedian once eschewed autographs in favor handing out cards reading “This certifies that you have had a personal encounter with me and that you found me warm, polite, intelligent, and funny”?
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