“Potterversity” Episode 26: “Learning Defense Against the Dark Arts”
Episode 26 of “Potterversity” examines the many politics of “Harry Potter” and how they can function as both Dark Arts and defense.
Tagged: Academia
“Potterversity” Episode 25: “The Alchemy of Harry Potter”
Episode 25 of “Potterversity” gets alchemical and looks at magical and personal transformation in “Harry Potter.”
Book Review: “Open at the Close,” Edited by Cecilia Konchar Farr
“Open at the Close: Literary Essays on Harry Potter” is a stimulating read filled with new perspectives on popular and uncommon topics.
“Potterversity” Episode 24: “Wrock On!”
Episode 24 of “Potterversity” wrocks out with an exploration of wizard rock from the perspective of a musician, fan, and scholar.
“Potterversity” Episode 23: “Secrets of Dumbledore: Outtakes and Conversations”
Episode 23 of “Potterversity” has more analysis of “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore.” Among other questions, will the series continue?
“Potterversity” Episode 20: “Noble Blood in ‘Harry Potter’ and Arthurian Literature”
Episode 20 of “Potterversity” looks at blood and the bonds it creates in “Harry Potter” and Arthurian legend.
“Potterversity” Episode 19: “Harry’s Fantastic Fandom”
Is the “Harry Potter” fandom forever? Episode 19 of “Potterversity” examines its staying power, its complications, and what makes it unique.
“Potterversity” Episode 18: “The Problem with House-Elves”
Episode 18 of “Potterversity” tackles the issue of house-elf enslavement and what we can learn about social change from an unresolved problem.
“Potterversity” Episode 17: “Potter and the Pig”
Episode 17 of “Potterversity” keeps the Christmas spirit alive with a look at the holiday and shared themes in “Harry Potter” and “The Christmas Pig.”
