“Promptly Potter” Episode 124: “A Giant Problem”
– In Chapter 30 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Hagrid introduces Harry and Hermione to his half-brother, Grawp, who is a – albeit rather small – giant. – Today’s prompt...
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“Promptly Potter” Episode 114: “Murder Puts a Damper on Sociopolitical Relations”
– In Chapter 20 of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Hagrid returns to Hogwarts and tells the trio about his trip to visit a colony of giants in an (unsuccessful) attempt...
“Promptly Potter” Episode 81: “In This Home We Stan Rubeus Hagrid”
– In Chapter 24 of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Rita Skeeter exposes Hagrid’s identity as a half-giant, causing him to suffer from self-doubt and fear of criticism. – Today’s prompt is...
What “Harry Potter” Teaches Us About the Psychology of Prejudice (And How to Reduce It)
Prejudice runs rampant in the wizarding world, and metaphor can reveal to us both its sources and its solutions.
Magical Creatures That Deserve Their Own Version of SPEW
Hermione’s SPEW called out the crimes against house-elves, but who is fighting for the rights of other magical creatures?
The Dangers of Half-Breeds
The Ministry of Magic hopes to keep the general public informed of the risks they may face by interacting with half-breeds. Do your best to avoid these subhuman creatures at all costs.