Podcasts by The Real Weird Sisters: A Harry Potter Podcast
Two real weird sisters break down the Harry Potter series chapter by chapter and delve into special topics related to the Harry Potter universe.
Character studies are released every Monday. Special topics episodes are released periodically.
Book club episodes for Chamber of Secrets, Prisoner of Azkaban, Goblet of Fire, Order of the Phoenix, and Half-Blood Prince, as well as special topics shows recorded from September 2016 through June 2019 can be listened to on the feed titled The Real Weird Sisters: The Archive.
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Phineas Nigellus Black: Character Study from 2023-12-11T04:00:04
Believe it or not, Alice and Martha manage to fit Phineas Nigellus Black's entire character arc into one podcast! The thin, reedy voice comes out more than a few times, as well as the voices of man...
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Take Five, Take 4.9: Goblet of Fire, 40:01-45:00 from 2023-12-04T04:00:03
Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back to discuss another five minutes of Mike Newell's cinematic masterpiece! These five minutes are heavy on Sirius, birds (finally!) and amazing ac...
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Take Five, Take 4.8: Goblet of Fire, 35:01-40:00 from 2023-11-27T04:00:04
Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back to discuss Mike Newell's most unhinged five minutes yet. McGonagall proves to be the only sane adult in the room, as well as possibly the only ...
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Into the Pensieve: Among the Hidden from 2023-11-20T04:00:03
Alice and Martha enjoy their privilege as first and second children as they discuss Margaret Peterson Haddix's twisty thrill ride, Among the Hidden. This top secret podcast can be found on "...
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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 7 from 2023-11-13T04:00:03
Alice and Martha gather to properly eulogize Professor McGonagall, although luckily, her body doesn't end up lying next to the Creevey brothers in the Great Hall. What's more, she doesn't seem to b...
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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 6 from 2023-11-06T04:00:03
Alice and Martha discuss McGonagall in the penultimate book, as she helps verify timetables and performs some very cool magic, reprimands Malfoy (to Snape's irritation?) and steps into the r...
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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 5 from 2023-10-30T03:00:02
Harry and Professor McGonagall bond over a shared enemy as Umbridge enters the series. Have a biscuit and settle in to listen to Alice and Martha's analysis of McGonagall's arc in the fifth book! <...
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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 4 from 2023-10-23T03:00:03
Alice and Martha discuss Professor McGonagall in one of her most stressful books yet, as she tries to make sure her students don't embarrass her in front of Beauxbatons and Durmstrang. Luckily, she...
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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 3 from 2023-10-16T03:00:03
Alice and Martha are on "barrier watch" again this week as Professor McGonagall takes on the important new role of blocking Harry from going to Hogsmeade and confiscating his Firebolt. Plus, with t...
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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 2 from 2023-10-09T03:00:03
Alice and Martha resume their study on Queen McGonagall. While her main role in Chamber of Secrets may be to deliver bad news to the students and respond to basilisk attacks, no one can deny...
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Into the Pensieve: Sideways Stories from Wayside School from 2023-10-02T03:00:03
It's a good thing this isn't the 19th episode of Into the Pensieve, or it wouldn't exist! This week, Alice and Martha climb thirty flights of stairs to discuss the world's strangest class of kids.<...
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Take Five, Take 4.7: Goblet of Fire, 30:01-35:00 from 2023-09-25T03:00:02
Alice and Martha are once again joined by special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss the next five minutes of a very Newell-that-just-happened five minutes. Fred and George have one of their characterist...
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Hedwig: Character Study, Part 3 from 2023-09-18T03:00:02
The time for fun and games has come to an end as Alice and Martha conclude their discussion on Queen Hedwig and she flies off into the sunset. Though Hedwig faces some horrible trials in the fifth,...
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Hedwig: Character Study, Part 2 from 2023-09-11T03:00:02
Heh! Hooooot!! Alice and Martha are excited to continue their discussion of Real Weird Queen Hedwig. Though Harry is awfully rude to her numerous times throughout the fourth and fifth books, Hedwig...
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Hedwig: Character Study, Part 1 from 2023-09-04T03:00:03
After all this time... Alice and Martha finally get the chance to honor Queen Hedwig! Reproachful glances and helpful nibbles abound on this week's legendary character study!
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Into the Pensieve: Half Magic from 2023-08-28T03:00:03
Alice and Martha wish that you would listen to this podcast about Edward Eager's Half Magic. They wish it twice! While they may not be the biggest fans of the Knights of the Round Table or "...
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Take Five, Take 4.6: Goblet of Fire, 25:01-30:00 from 2023-08-21T03:00:02
Shut Up Tim makes yet another guest appearance on this week's Take Five, covering Moody's questionable teaching methods, a hilarious slapstick montage, and some hard-hitting symbolism in the Hogwar...
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Zacharias Smith: Character Study from 2023-08-14T03:00:02
Would you like us to clean out your ears for you? We weren't about to weasel out of discussing "Smith," even if he is suffering from a bad case of Loser's Lurgy.
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Take Five, Take 4.5: Goblet of Fire, 20:01-25:00 from 2023-08-07T03:00:03
There's plenty of competition for the Mike Newell That Just Happened moment in this five minutes, and from Flitwick's choice of meal to Alice's classroom management style, there's plenty for the tw...
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Into the Pensieve: Charlotte's Web from 2023-07-31T03:00:02
Alice and Martha - AKA Fern and Templeton - discuss one of their all-time favorite children's books, Charlotte's Web by E.B. White.
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Dolores Umbridge: Character Study, Part 4 from 2023-07-24T03:00:03
Rounding out the discussion on (but unfortunately, not eulogizing) Umbridge, Alice and Martha analyze Umbridge in the sixth and seventh books. The "Selwyn descendent's" audacity and cruelty peak in...
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Dolores Umbridge: Character Study, Part 3 from 2023-07-17T03:00:03
It's time for Part 3 of our Umbridge series! Filch may think his dreams have come true with Umbridge as the head of the school, but Fred, George, Peeves, and the rest of the troublemakers in traini...
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Take Five, Take 4.4: Goblet of Fire, 15:01-20:00 from 2023-07-10T03:00:03
In what might be the best five minutes of the movie so far (despite some stiff competition), Harry and the gang arrive at Hogwarts and are joined by the acrobats of Durmstrang and the lovely ladies...
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Dolores Umbridge: Character Study, Part 2 from 2023-07-03T03:00:03
Our second Umbridge character study covers her reign of power as Hogwarts High Inquisitor, from blocking meetings of the DA, Gryffindor Quidditch team, and Gobstones Club to sacking Trelawney...
Dolores Umbridge: Character Study, Part 1 from 2023-06-26T03:00:02
Hem, hem! Thus begins our series on the most supremely obnoxious and infuriating character of the Harry Potter universe. Progress for progress's sake may be prohibited, and there's a lot of meaning...
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Into the Pensieve: Matilda from 2023-06-19T03:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss the Wunderkind Matilda and her sweet (albeit nerdy) teacher / best friend Miss Honey in this week's Into the Pensieve episode.
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Take Five, Take 4.3: Goblet of Fire, 10:01-15:00 from 2023-06-12T03:00:02
Alice and Martha are once again joined by not-so-special guest Shut Up Tim to discuss a riveting five minutes of Mike Newell's almost-magnum opus.
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Luna Lovegood: Character Study, Part 3 from 2023-06-05T03:00:02
It's Luna's final episode, so we've donned our sun colors and prepared the pudding to celebrate! Luna's seventh book arc includes new friendships with Mr. Ollivander and Dean, helping Harry through...
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Luna Lovegood: Character Study, Part 2 from 2023-05-29T03:00:02
Alice and Martha dive into Luna's highly complex sixth book arc. Hope you've dyed your eyebrow yellow and donned your spangled silver robes in order to listen to this podcast, as friends!
Luna Lovegood: Character Study, Part 1 from 2023-05-22T03:00:02
Find out if you're more of a Crockford or a Purkiss on this week's show, as Alice and Martha begin their deep dive into one of the quirkiest main characters of the series! Luna's arc in the fifth b...
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Into the Pensieve: Frindle from 2023-05-15T03:00:02
For the first time in Into the Pensieve history, Alice and Martha discuss a book they may not still love as adults, Frindle by Andrew Clements.
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Arabella Figg: Character Study from 2023-05-08T03:00:02
Find out Mrs. Figg's real middle name, secret profession, possible relatives, and more from this week's character study! She may not always use the right verbs to describe dementors, but you can't ...
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Take Five, Take 4.2: Goblet of Fire, 05:01-10:00 from 2023-05-01T03:00:02
In this week's Take Five, we resume our Microwave Minute as Harry and his friends (sort of) attend the World Cup. Fudge practices his commentator skills, Malfoy exercises his bragging skills, and H...
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Into the Pensieve: Amelia Bedelia from 2023-04-24T03:00:02
Alice and Martha dive into the pensieve to discuss literature's most "successful" maid, Amelia Bedelia. She may take things way too literally, but at least she's an amazing baker!
Kreacher: Character Study, Part 2 from 2023-04-17T03:00:02
It's time for Alice and Martha to round out their discussion on the Kreacher from the Black Lagoon! Stick to this episode like a couple of wart plasters and you'll learn everything you need to know...
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Kreacher: Character Study, Part 1 from 2023-04-10T04:52:43
He may be small, but his arc is long enough to warrant a two-parter, if you can believe it! Alice and Martha are joined by Kreacher to discuss his story in the fifth book.
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Take Five, Take 4.1: Goblet of Fire, 00:00-05:00 from 2023-04-03T03:00:02
Take Five is back, baby! Let's give our guest, Shut Up Tim, a proper greeting! (Insert frantic tongue waggling here!) Alfonso's magnum opus might be over, but the task he has laid out before...
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Into the Pensieve: Frog and Toad from 2023-03-27T03:00:02
Alice and Martha dive into the pensieve to discuss Arnold Lobel's masterpiece series, Frog and Toad.
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Mundungus Fletcher: Character Study from 2023-03-20T03:00:02
We got it from mu'dungus (even if we're not quite sure what that means anymore)! It's time to break down the Wizarding World's most noble thief, even if he has been nicking Sirius's stuff!
Into the Pensieve: Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing from 2023-03-13T03:00:02
Alice and Martha dive into the pensieve to discuss one of Judy Blume's first novels, the first book in the Fudge series, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing!
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Ginny Weasley: Character Study, Part 5 from 2023-03-06T04:00:03
It's time to properly eulogize wittle Ginny, wrapping up her story in the seventh book and (unfortunately) nineteen years later, too. Though Ginny isn't with Harry for much of Deathly Hallows Listen
Ginny Weasley: Character Study, Part 4 from 2023-02-27T04:00:03
Alice and Martha continue their conversation about widdle Grin, queen of physical comedy and impressions! In the sixth book, Ginny is joined by two important new characters - King Arnold, and Harry...
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Ginny Weasley: Character Study, Part 3 from 2023-02-20T04:00:02
Alice and Martha cover Ginny's arc in the fifth book, as she starts to come into her own but continues to be handled with kid gloves by everyone around her. She reveals a love for speaking in codes...
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Ginny Weasley: Character Study, Part 2 from 2023-02-13T04:00:02
It's time to discuss Ginny in Prisoner of Azkaban and Goblet of Fire, two of her most important books! Tune in to see if Alice and Martha can pack in all the mentions into one episode...
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Ginny Weasley: Character Study, Part 1 from 2023-02-06T04:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss "Gin's" arc in the first two books. Even if she won't wake and isn't really herself, she still proves why she's Harry's hashtag soulmate.
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Into the Pensieve: Kristy's Great Idea from 2023-01-30T04:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss Kristy's Great Idea, the first book in the legendary Baby-Sitters Club series by Ann M. Martin.
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Nymphadora Tonks: Character Study, Part 2 from 2023-01-23T04:00:02
Alice and Martha complete their conversation on the MetamorphoSis, from her mouse-brown hair to her whirlwind romance with "Romulus." She has let 'erself go, zat Tonks...
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Nymphadora Tonks: Character Study, Part 1 from 2023-01-16T04:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss Tonks as she makes her series debut. With her signature bubble gum pink hair and pig snout nose, she's always sure to be a laugh... in this book, at least! Whatever you do,...
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Into the Pensieve: The Berenstain Bears from 2023-01-09T04:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss Stan and Jan Berenstain's classic series, focusing on three books that influenced their childhood most - Too Much Junk Food, Get the Gimmes, and Forget their Mann...
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Petunia Dursley: Character Study, Part 3 from 2023-01-02T06:03:33
It's time to wrap up the conversation about Petunia by talking about her arc in the second set of two books and the final one book. Alice and Martha discuss her relationship with Dumbledore, the en...
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The 2022 Real Weird Holiday Special from 2022-12-26T04:00:02
As 2022 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. First (00:05:06), Alice and Martha dive into the Pensieve to discuss Chris Van Allsburg's classic picture book
Petunia Dursley: Character Study, Part 2 from 2022-12-19T04:00:03
This week, Alice and Martha cover Petunia's storyline in the second set of two books, reviewing her relationship with her sister-in-law and her continued doting on Dudley. Remember the middle of th...
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Petunia Dursley: Character Study, Part 1 from 2022-12-12T04:00:03
Alice and Martha move to discussing Order of the Phoenix Real Weirdos, unfortunately skipping over the realest weirdo of all (Bungy) due to lack of source material. This week's episode focuses on t...
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Into the Pensieve: Beezus and Ramona from 2022-12-05T04:00:03
Alice and Martha talk about the first book of Beverly Cleary's Ramona series, discussing ways in which they may or may not be very similar to these two iconic sisters.
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Severus Snape: Character Study, Part 7 from 2022-11-28T04:00:03
Alice and Martha dive headfirst into the Pensieve to analyze the Prince's tale, along with the rest of Snape's arc in the seventh book. It's time to properly eulogize Sev, one of the bravest men we...
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Severus Snape: Character Study, Part 6.2 from 2022-11-21T04:00:02
Alice and Martha finish up their discussion of Snape's arc in the sixth book, from his handling of the Sectumsempra incident to feelin' a bit overworked by Dumbledore. Whatever you do, DON'T call h...
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Severus Snape: Character Study, Part 6.1 from 2022-11-14T04:00:02
The first half of the sixth book has Snape victorious, as he intercepts Tonks's patronus, finally lands his dream job as DADA instructor, and tries his hand at some interior decorating. At this poi...
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The Third Annual Real Weird Hunger Games from 2022-11-07T04:00:02
The Official Real Weird Gamemaster, Shut Up Tim (@ShutUpTim) returns to host the third "annual" Real Weird Hunger Games. Alice, Martha, and special guest Logan B. Adair (@loganBadair) draft teams ...
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Severus Snape: Character Study, Part 5 from 2022-10-31T03:00:01
It's another zero, then, for Potter as he continually messes up in Snape's class and even has to start Remedial Potions. Snape continues to improve his one liners and makes some more questionable d...
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Severus Snape: Character Study, Part 4 from 2022-10-24T03:00:02
Snape's double agent arc continues seamlessly in the fourth book, as he continues to threaten and mock students like Neville and Hermione (most certainly on Dumbledore's orders). Harry learns of Sn...
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Severus Snape: Character Study, Part 3 from 2022-10-17T03:00:02
Alice and Martha resume their Snape character studies, this time focusing on his arc in the third book. Remember, anything mean he does can be fully explained by the fact that HE WAS A DOUBLE AGENT...
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Take Five, Take 27: Prisoner of Azkaban, 130:01-THE END from 2022-10-10T03:00:02
Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim close out the Prisoner of Azkaban Take Five series with an in depth conversation about the freeze frame and the credits, followed by all your favorite s...
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Into the Pensieve: Sylvester and the Magic Pebble from 2022-10-03T03:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss the first picture book of the Into the Pensieve series. Hear about all of the ways Sylvester impacted Martha's childhood, from new vocab words to birthday party themes!
Barty Crouch Jr.: Character Study from 2022-09-26T03:00:02
Was he truly the most loyal Death Eater? Did dementors change significantly over the course of the series? Didn't we cover this in a previous episode? Alice and Martha answer all the most pressing ...
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Into the Pensieve: Junie B. Jones from 2022-09-19T03:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss the Junie B. Jones series by Barbara Park in the third Into the Pensieve episode. For in memories, we enter a world which is entirely our own...
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Take Five, Take 26: Prisoner of Azkaban, 125:01-130:00 from 2022-09-12T03:00:02
In the penultimate Take Five episode on Alfonso's magnum opus, Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim discuss the almost-final five minutes of Prisoner of Azkaban. Michael Gambon shines (no, ...
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Lily Potter: Character Study, Part 2 from 2022-09-05T03:00:02
Alice and Martha conclude their discussion of the Pillsbury Doe Girl, including a refresher on where her iconic nickname originated. Most of this episode centers around the Prince's Tale memories o...
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Back to School Special with Leandra from 2022-09-03T20:58:12
Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Leandra for a Back to School extravaganza! Alice, Martha, and Leandra rank some of Hogwarts' more questionable policies, sort Harry's professors into th...
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Lily Potter: Character Study, Part 1 from 2022-08-29T03:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss the Pillsbury Doe Girl's "arc" in the first seven books, up until the Prince's Tale memories. From her charitable modeling career to her apparently unnecessary death, Lily ...
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Take Five, Take 25: Prisoner of Azkaban, 120:01-125:00 from 2022-08-22T03:00:03
This week's five minutes feature Harry and Sirius almost dying as Harry waits for his father to show up, Hermione demonstrating an impressive mastery of BOMBARDA! and an underrated reprise of "Heh!...
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Into the Pensieve: Holes by Louis Sachar from 2022-08-15T03:00:02
In the second Into the Pensieve episode (well, technically the first *official* Into the Pensieve episode), Alice and Martha discuss Holes by Louis Sachar.
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Take Five, Take 24: Prisoner of Azkaban, 115:01-120:00 from 2022-08-08T03:28:13
Harry and Hermione continue their time travel, running through the woods and performing uncanny werewolf impersonations. As usual, Alice, Martha, and frequent guest Shut Up Tim find plenty to discu...
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Wormtail: Character Study, Part 2 from 2022-08-01T03:00:02
There's lots to discuss as Alice and Martha dive into Wormtail's arc in the fifth, sixth, and seventh books! Kick back and enjoy some elf-made wine in our final Wormtail character study.
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Wormtail: Character Study, Part 1 from 2022-07-25T03:00:03
Alice and Martha discuss one of the most sympathetic, charismatic, and charming characters of the series, Wormtail. It's honestly hard to believe he hadn't received the Real Weirdo until now! Not t...
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The Boxcar Children Deep Dive from 2022-07-18T03:00:02
Alice and Martha take a break from their usual topic of discussion to explore another influential book series from their childhood, The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner. In this new seri...
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Take Five, Take 23: Prisoner of Azkaban, 110:01-115:00 from 2022-07-11T03:00:02
Alice, Martha, and recurring guest Shut Up Tim discuss a riveting five minutes of Alfonso's magnum opus. There are lots of questions and surprises in these five minutes. Where did Hermione get all ...
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Cedric Diggory: Character Study from 2022-07-04T03:00:02
It's time to talk about the Spare, whose arc is unfortunately far too short!
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Albus Dumbledore: Character Study, Part 7 from 2022-06-27T03:00:02
Alice and Martha round out close to fifteen hours on everyone's favorite headmaster. The proper eulogy may already be complete, but there's still plenty to talk about Dumbledore postmortem! This we...
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Take Five, Take 22: Prisoner of Azkaban, 105:01-110:00 from 2022-06-20T03:00:03
Alice and Martha are joined once again by their friend and recurring guest, Shut Up Tim, to discuss the top five Michael Gambon moments in this mysterious, honest, and true five minutes. Shoutout t...
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Sorting Hat: Survivor 42 from 2022-06-16T21:37:52
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Gia Worthy (@classicallygia), Sarah Carradine (@sarahcarradine), and the Sorting Buff to sort the c...
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Albus Dumbledore: Character Study, Part 6.2 from 2022-06-13T03:00:02
Alice and Martha finally get the chance to properly eulogize Dumbledore, but don’t worry — our Dumbledore character studies aren’t over yet! My, how the turntables...
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Albus Dumbledore: Character Study, Part 6.1 from 2022-06-06T03:44:27
Alice and Martha pursue that flighty teptress, Dumbledore, discussing his arc in the sixth book up until Harry procures the absolutely crucial horcrux memory from Slughorn. This definitely includes...
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Albus Dumbledore: Character Study, Part 5.2 from 2022-05-30T03:00:02
Alice and Martha resume their discussion of Dumbledore in the fifth book, this time focusing on his relationship with the Ministry of Magic and his role in the Wizarding War.
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Albus Dumbledore: Character Study, Part 5.1 from 2022-05-23T03:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss Dumbledore's relationship (or lack thereof) with Harry in the fifth book, and will pick up with Dumbledore's relationship (or lack thereof) with the Ministry and his role i...
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Take Five, Take 21: Prisoner of Azkaban, 100:01-105:00 from 2022-05-16T03:00:02
There might not be much dialogue in these five minutes, but what dialogue there is is absolutely brilliant (good doggie... good doggie!!). Alice, Martha, and returning guest Shut Up Tim discuss the...
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Albus Dumbledore: Character Study, Part 4 from 2022-05-09T03:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss Dumbledore's arc in the fourth book, from his many speeches to his rage-filled rant when he finds out Harry put his name in the Goblet of Fire!
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Albus Dumbledore: Character Study, Part 3 from 2022-05-02T03:00:02
It's back to the character who started it all, Dumbledore! In part 3, Alice and Martha discuss a new dementor litmus test and try their best to separate Book Dumbledore from Michael Gambon. You may...
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Take Five, Take 20: Prisoner of Azkaban, 95:01-100:00 from 2022-04-25T03:00:03
The twentieth Take 5 features a returning guest (Shut Up Tim), the end of the microwave minutes, and a new theme song!
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Fred and George Weasley: Character Study, Part 4 from 2022-04-18T03:00:03
Alice and Martha gather to properly eulogize Fred... but first, there's a whole world of ear-related humor to get through!
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Fred and George Weasley: Character Study, Part 3 from 2022-04-11T03:17:12
Pull out your Extendable Ears or clean out your own with a long, lethal instrument, and get ready for part three of the Fred and George character study! Alice and Martha discuss the twins in the fi...
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Take Five, Take 19: Prisoner of Azkaban, 90:01-95:00 from 2022-04-04T03:00:02
April Fool's jokes abound in this latest Take Five, which features Sirius tempted to commit murder and an MVB who is about to run along and play with his chemistry set.
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Fred and George Weasley: Character Study, Part 2 from 2022-03-28T03:00:02
Alice and Martha resume their conversation about Gred and Forge, this time picking up in the fourth book. From their HILARIOUS fake wand to their super-responsible Ton Tongue Toffee testing, it's e...
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Astrology in the Wizarding World with Faye Collyer from 2022-03-26T06:00:02
Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Faye Collyer for an introductory Astrology lesson, learning about their own charts as well as aligning the twelve signs with the four Hogwarts houses a...
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Take Five, Take 18: Prisoner of Azkaban, 85:01-90:00 from 2022-03-21T03:00:03
Real Weird Sisters Alice and Martha are joined by Real Weird Guest Shut Up Tim to tackle another five minutes of Prisoner of Azkaban. These five minutes feature Bucky's "execution," some good old f...
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Barty Crouch Sr.: Character Study from 2022-03-14T03:00:03
Alice and Martha discuss another morally gray character, Barty Crouch... SENIOR... and uncover several important, groundbreaking plot holes that throw the whole series into question!
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Take Five, Take 17: Prisoner of Azkaban, 80:01-85:00 from 2022-03-07T04:00:03
Alice and Martha welcome Real Weird Recurring Guest Shut Up Tim back for another Take Five episode, this time introducing a VERY important new character!
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Wilhelmina Grubbly-Plank: Character Study from 2022-02-28T04:00:03
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Take Five, Take 16: Prisoner of Azkaban, 75:01-80:00 from 2022-02-21T04:15:02
It's time to break down another five minutes of Prisoner of Azkaban! This week's episode is full of cutting burns from the marauders, some awkward Lupin moments, and not a whole lot else... but don...
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Parvati and Padma Patil: Character Study from 2022-02-14T04:00:03
Alice and Martha discuss another pair of real weird sisters. It can be assumed that this character study will be one of the top five double character studies of all time!
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Take Five, Take 15: Prisoner of Azkaban, 70:01-75:00 from 2022-02-07T04:00:04
Join official sisters Alice and Martha and special guest Shut Up Tim as they discuss the fifteenth section of Alfonso's magnum opus! Harry fights off "one nasty dementor" with a memory that's not r...
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Dobby: Character Study, Part 2 from 2022-01-31T04:00:03
Alice and Martha gather to properly eulogize Dobby. But don't worry, it's not all sad... there's also a chance for three of Martha's most notorious impressions to gather together in one room. This ...
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Take Five, Take 14: Prisoner of Azkaban, 65:01-70:00 from 2022-01-24T04:00:03
Official sisters Alice and Martha discuss the iconic "HE WAS THEIR FRIEND!" scene with recurring guest Shut Up Tim. There's plenty to pick apart in these five minutes, from the choppy editing of th...
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Igor Karkaroff: Character Study from 2022-01-17T04:00:02
Alice and Martha discuss the many mysteries surrounding Karkaroff: how exactly did he rise to his role of headmaster? Was he perhaps once a student at dear old Hogwarts? And why exactly does Alice ...
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Take Five, Take 13: Prisoner of Azkaban, 60:01-65:00 from 2022-01-10T04:00:02
Take Five is back, along with all your favorite Take Five segments! Alice, Martha, and recurring guest Shut Up Tim analyze the thirteenth five minutes of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, w...
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Rubeus Hagrid: Character Study, Part 7 from 2022-01-03T04:00:02
Alice and Martha round out their discussion of Hagrid, analyzing his arc in the seventh book as he flies Harry away from Privet Drive, crunches up some chairs at the Weasley wedding, and is bullied...
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Rubeus Hagrid: Character Study, Part 6 from 2021-12-27T04:00:02
The sixth book sees Hagrid as he reunites with Buckb-- er, Witherwings, makes a new "friend" in Slughorn, and is forced to say goodbye to two of his oldest companions, Aragog and Dumbledore.
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The 2021 Real Weird Holiday Special from 2021-12-24T07:18:27
As 2021 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. First (00:04:03), Alice and Martha rank popular holiday songs and imagine a magical karaoke party / holiday album...
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Rubeus Hagrid: Character Study, Part 5 from 2021-12-20T04:00:02
Alice and Martha are back to talk about our biggest friend--any guesses who that might be?? In the fifth book, Hagger endures more than the normal bumps an' bruises of his rough job, as he takes on...
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Rubeus Hagrid: Character Study, Part 4 from 2021-12-13T04:00:02
It's time ter resume the Hagrid character studies! Don your hairiest brown suit, a yellow and orange checked tie, plenty of axle grease, and eau de cologne, and settle in to hear about Hagrid's arc...
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Sorting Hat: Survivor 41 from 2021-12-08T23:04:15
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Gia Worthy (@classicallygia), Sarah Carradine (@sarahcarradine), and the Sorting Buff to sort the c...
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Ludo Bagman: Character Study from 2021-12-06T04:00:02
CHARACTER STUDY: LUDOVIC BAGMAN! It's a pretty safe *bet* that you will enjoy this week's episode, as Alice and Martha analyze Bagman's motivations, relationship with Barty Crouch Sr., and the majo...
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Madame Maxime: Character Study from 2021-11-29T04:05:02
Alice and Martha discuss Olympe, a fine, well-dressed woman who's not afraid of roughin' it. From insisting on treating the Beauxbatons horses like royalty to ensuring 'Ogwarts does not get two bit...
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Take Five, Take 12: Prisoner of Azkaban, 55:01-60:00 from 2021-11-22T04:00:08
Alice and Martha school recurring guest Shut Up Tim on some important filmmaking secrets, including the importance of perspective and scene transitions, once again shedding a light Alfonso's brilli...
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Mad-Eye Moody: Character Study, Part 2 from 2021-11-15T04:00:08
Spoiler alert: Mad-Eye's dead. So of course now it's time to properly eulogize his gnarled corpse. Alice and Martha discuss the real Mad-Eye in the fifth, sixth, and seventh books, where he turns o...
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Mad-Eye Moody: Character Study, Part 1 from 2021-11-08T04:00:07
Oh no you don't, laddie!! It's time for Alice and Martha to discuss all things Moody in the fourth book, and some things Barty Crouch, JUNIOR (though this is not a Barty Crouch character study). Fr...
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Take Five, Take 11: Prisoner of Azkaban, 50:01-55:00 from 2021-11-01T03:00:10
This week, Alice, Martha, and returning guest Shut Up Tim enter a world that is entirely their own as they discuss the eleventh five minutes of Alfonso's magnum opus.
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Sybill Trelawney: Character Study, Part 2 from 2021-10-25T03:00:05
The cards never lie, and our reading shows that this week's character study is not to be missed! Alice and Martha discuss Trelawney's arc in the fifth, sixth, and seventh books (with heavy emphasis...
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Take Five, Take 10: Prisoner of Azkaban, 45:01-50:00 from 2021-10-18T03:05:15
This week's Take Five is all about that infamous bridge scene, with the added bonus of plenty of impressions from Martha and a Movia Trivia segment that will live in RWS infamy.
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Colin and Dennis Creevey: Character Study from 2021-10-11T03:00:14
The Real Weird Sisters are back to discuss a second set of Real Weird Brothers in the Harry Potter series. From attempting to deliver the infamous bunch of grapes to Harry in the second book, to th...
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Sorting Hat: Big Brother 23 from 2021-10-05T02:58:31
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Chappell (@Chappells_Show) and the Sorting Blanket to sort the characters of Big Brother (season 23)...
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Take Five, Take 9: Prisoner of Azkaban, 40:01-45:00 from 2021-10-03T22:24:08
Alice, Martha, and special guest Shut Up Tim are back for another riddikulus Take Five episode! This five minutes is spent on pretty much one scene, but there's still plenty to talk about, as usual...
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Draco Malfoy: Character Study, Part 6 from 2021-09-26T22:41:04
It's finally time to "properly eulogize" Draco, as Alice and Martha round out their discussion of his arc in the seventh book.
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Draco Malfoy: Character Study, Part 5 from 2021-09-19T21:05:53
Watch where you're sticking those pins, come over to the right side, and listen to our character study on Draco Malfoy in the sixth book! As seven-year-old Martha would say, Draco comes in like a l...
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Draco Malfoy: Character Study, Part 4 from 2021-09-13T01:41:04
Draco reverts back to his early-series-villain-self in the fifth book, taking his antagonism to new lows as he scripts highly creative lyrics, tries out many different angles to try to provoke Harr...
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Draco Malfoy: Character Study, Part 3 from 2021-09-02T02:13
OH NO YOU DON'T, LADDIE! It's time for Draco's arc in the fourth book! From his short but glorious experience as a ferret to his love of Blast-Ended Skrewts, Draco provides some comic relief in thi...
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Draco Malfoy: Character Study, Part 2 from 2021-08-30T03:51:17
This podcast has gone to the dogs as Alice and Martha analyze Draco in the third book. It might not be a Madam Hooch character study, but there's still plenty of Quidditch talk - we've never seen s...
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Take Five, Take 8: Prisoner of Azkaban, 35:01-40:00 from 2021-08-22T20:17:52
HEH! WOOOOO!!! It's time for another joyride through Alfonso's magnum opus. Returning guest Shut Up Tim is back, and so is Bem, back with another gloomy warning.
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Herbology 101 with Allison Serafin Steere from 2021-08-21T17:57:27
Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Allison Serafin Steere for an introductory Herbology lesson, complete with an overview of the major magical plants of the series, their connections to t...
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Molly Weasley: Character Study, Part 2 from 2021-08-16T02:27:27
Alice and Martha discuss everyone's favorite supermom, Molly Weasley, and her arc in the last four books. Molly may have many rivalries in these four books - Sirius, Fleur, Hermione, and Bellatrix ...
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Take Five, Take 7: Prisoner of Azkaban, 30:01-35:00 from 2021-08-02T03:11:50
Recurring guest Shut Up Tim returns to once again attempt to shed light on the way Alfonso's beautiful, dark twisted mind works. In this five minutes, Harry attends Divination and Care of Magical C...
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Hermione Granger: Character Study, Part 6 from 2021-08-01T21:54:14
Alice and Martha round out their conversation about Hermione, discussing her arc in the seventh book. With the infamous beaded bag and her quick thinking in numerous sticky situations, we can all a...
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Hermione Granger: Character Study, Part 5 from 2021-07-26T03:46:48
Alice and Martha continue their study of Hermione, who (believe it or not) is the best student in Harry's year, this time focusing on her arc in the sixth book.
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Hermione Granger: Character Study, Part 4 from 2021-07-18T16:12:33
Alice and Martha are back to continue their discussion of Hermione, covering her arc in the fifth book. You might remember this as the book when Hermy stands up to Umbridge by forming Dumbledore's ...
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Hermione Granger: Character Study, Part 3 from 2021-07-12T02:06:55
Alice and Martha kick off the remainder of their series about Herm-oh-ninny, with Part 3 very logically covering Book 4. This is going to be a bit of a marathon, so make sure to pace yourselves or ...
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Take Five, Take 6: Prisoner of Azkaban, 25:01-30:00 from 2021-07-04T21:56:10
Recurring guest Shut Up Tim returns for the next five minutes of Alfonso's magnum opus, in which the trio gets settled at Hogwarts for the year. Michael Gambon gives a foreboding speech, the new Fa...
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Archie and Hassan Mostafa: Character Study from 2021-06-27T19:32:04
There's more than enough to talk about with this groundbreaking double character study! Archie and Hassan Mostafa have lots in common, from their interesting Harry Potter Wiki pages to their their ...
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Take Five, Take 5: Prisoner of Azkaban, 20:01-25:00 from 2021-06-21T01:52:49
The Real Weird Sisters are joined again by recurring guest Shut Up Tim. In addition to analyzing an important five minutes, filled with frog puppets, new "Flitwick," and Alfonso's take on dementors...
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Amos Diggory: Character Study from 2021-06-14T03:12:43
It's time to discuss another unique and creative side character, Amos Diggory! From his relationship with his SON! to his rivalry with Harry and his confrontation with Winky, Amos is a fully three-...
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Take Five, Take 4: Prisoner of Azkaban, 15:01-20:00 from 2021-06-06T23:41:34
It's time for the next five minutes of Prisoner of Azkaban - we're flying through this movie as fast as all of the MVBs ! Shut Up Tim is back for another guest appearance and Alice scrutinizes Alfo...
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Bill Weasley: Character Study from 2021-05-30T22:25:31
Alice and Martha put on their fang earrings and dragon skin boots, even if that means they won't be attending a rock concert any time soon. There's no other word for it - this episode is cool. Plus...
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Take Five, Take 3: Prisoner of Azkaban, 10:01-15:00 from 2021-05-23T23:03:23
The Real Weird Sisters are joined again by recurring guest Shut Up Tim to review what is quite possibly the worst five minute chunk of Prisoner of Azkaban. From the kneeslapper "mind your heads" mo...
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Sorting Hat: The Circle (US Season 2) from 2021-05-19T22:09:23
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Mary Kwiatkowski (@FrailMary), Sarah Carradine (@sarahcarradine), and the Sorting Circle to sort th...
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Arthur Weasley: Character Study, Part 2 from 2021-05-16T19:06:13
Alice and Martha discuss Arthur Weasley in the fifth, sixth, and seventh books. If you have time to listen to this episode later, Molly’s making meatballs.
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Arthur Weasley: Character Study, Part 1 from 2021-05-10T02:30:27
Alice and Martha discuss Arthur Weasley in the second, third, and fourth books. From his love of eclectricity to his vast knowledge of the Wizarding World, Arthur is one of the most underrated fath...
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Take Five, Take 2: Prisoner of Azkaban, 05:01-10:00 from 2021-05-02T23:38:58
The Real Weird Sisters and Tim discuss everything about minute 5:01 TO minute 10:00 of Prisoner of Azkaban. Dudley watches two television sets simultaneously, the CGI Snuffles inspires an impressio...
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Vernon Dursley: Character Study, Part 2 from 2021-04-25T17:38:03
Alice and Martha won't be whistling "Tiptoe Through the Tulips" on this episode, but there's still plenty to laugh at in this discussion of Uncle Vernon in books 3 - 7. From his relationship to his...
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Take Five, Take 1: Prisoner of Azkaban 00:00-05:00 from 2021-04-18T21:22:33
The Real Weird Sisters sit down with Shut Up Tim to discuss the first five minutes of the Prisoner of Azkaban movie, kicking off a new regular Real Weird podcast series called "Take Five."
Frank Bryce: Character Study from 2021-04-11T23:33:41
Dig a gnarled finger into your ear and get ready to listen to this week's show, which is all about Frank Bryce, his imaginary wife, and his very real hot water bottle. Alice and Martha discuss thei...
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Sirius Black: Character Study, Part 5 from 2021-04-05T01:34:30
It's officially eulogy time, because Sirius did not choose to say "Hello, Sir Nicholas!" after all. Alice and Martha discuss Sirius's legacy after his death, at the end of the fifth book, as well a...
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Sirius Black: Character Study, Part 4 from 2021-03-29T01:15:14
Though it's not quite time to *properly* eulogize Sirius yet, Alice and Martha delve into Sirius's death scene, the consequences of his "recklessness," and the fraught nature of his relationships t...
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Sirius Black: Character Study, Part 3 from 2021-03-21T23:37:21
Alice and Martha discuss Sirius in the first half of the fifth book, as he walks the line between father figure and friend to Harry and heads toward his tragic demise. Because his plot is less than...
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Sirius Black: Character Study, Part 2 from 2021-03-14T23:47:14
Though most of his interaction with Harry is via owl post in the fourth book, Sirius begins to take on a very important role, as a mentor, confidant, and constant source of worry for Harry. Alice a...
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Sirius Black: Character Study, Part 1 from 2021-03-08T00:28:05
Snuffles, Stubby Boardman, Padfoot, the Grim... whatever you call him, there's plenty to discuss when it comes to Sirius Black. Alice and Martha break down his arc in the third book, from his escap...
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Remembering the Real Weird Grandpa from 2021-02-28T19:45:51
Alice and Martha take some time to remember their grandfather, Paul Krebill, who passed away on February 19th from complications of COVID-19. Following a brief introduction is the Real Weird Grandp...
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Scabbers: Character Study from 2021-02-22T00:32:11
Squeak squeak! It's time to discuss the most notorious rat of the series, Ron's absolutely darling pet, Scabbers. He might have died and you wouldn't know the difference, but he's still worth a ful...
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Crookshanks: Character Study from 2021-02-15T03:14:18
This episode is all about CATS (and kneazles)! Alice and Martha finally pay homage to Crookshanks, the Real Weird King! From his sneakoscope abilities to his cosplay skills, Crookshanks is more tha...
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Severus Snape: Character Study, Part 2 from 2021-02-08T00:36:43
Crack open a nice cold Snapel and settle in for our second conversation about everyone's favorite bat-like professor. From his love of the very old and valuable Whomping Willow to his choice to pai...
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Rolanda Hooch: Character Study from 2021-01-31T23:42
Listeners, start your engines, because you're about to get.... HOOCHED! Alice and Martha analyze everything Madam Hooch does best, from blasting her whistle to practicing some nice, clean negligenc...
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Minerva McGonagall: Character Study, Part 1 from 2021-01-25T02:00:12
At long last, Alice and Martha discuss Queen McGonagall in the first book! A no-nonsense nurturer who would never think of tackling a full-grown mountain troll on her own, McGonagall never favors t...
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Rubeus Hagrid: Character Study, Part 3 from 2021-01-18T03:48:09
It's time to talk about *Professor* Hagrid, who is as natural and gifted at teaching as he is with magical creatures. Yes, everything's great when it comes to Hagrid in the third book. Just don't a...
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Neville Longbottom: Character Study, Part 2 from 2021-01-10T23:54:30
Care for a game of Exploding Snap? NO, we don't either. And watch where you sit - Crookshanks might already be there! But for as many cringeworthy moments as Neville has in the third book, there's ...
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Sybill Trelawney: Character Study, Part 1 from 2021-01-04T01:55:55
Though the inner eye does not see upon command, this episode is sure to be one of the best character studies yet, as Alice and Martha discuss Professor Trelawney in the third and fourth books.
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Remus Lupin: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-12-28T00:13:28
It is time to discuss Remus John Lupin in the third book! This is sure to be quite some episode... even if Alice and Martha forget to mention that particular joke until the very end...
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The 2020 Real Weird Holiday Special from 2020-12-24T20:36:01
As 2020 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. First (6:54), Alice and Martha compete in a Harry Potter holiday game show hosted by the Real Weird Husband/Broth...
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Fred and George Weasley: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-12-21T03:07:35
It's time to talk about everyone's favorite pair of (non-interchangeable) twins! Besides discussing Gred and Forge in the first three books, Alice and Martha also give an update on the search for f...
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Stan Shunpike: Character Study from 2020-12-14T00:42:44
Yet another extremely unique (at least 3 stars) and important character to discuss this week! Alice and Martha analyze Stan Shunpike, the youngest Minister of Magic in history.
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Marge Dursley: Character Study from 2020-12-07T01:17:11
From her canonical unrequited love of Colonel (pronounced phonetically) Fubster, to her devotion to dear old Ripper and her darling neffy poo, Aunt Marge is certain to get a 6/5 in the "heart" cate...
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Fawkes: Character Study from 2020-11-30T04:13:37
Alice and Martha pay tribute to Fawkes, who really is a wondrous bird! Plus, Alice has some realizations about phoenixes, and Martha explains the history of Guy Fawkes, which she knows like the bac...
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Moaning Myrtle: Character Study from 2020-11-23T00:35:23
Hopefully Olive Hornby isn't listening to this episode, or she might have to renew her restraining order, because Alice and Martha are joined frequently throughout the show by Myrtle herself (thoug...
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Aragog: Character Study from 2020-11-16T00:12:35
Mosag's husband, Aragog, is the topic of conversation this week, even if Martha's impression isn't quite what it use to be. (Or maybe it's exactly as it always was? We're not quite sure.) From his ...
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Cornelius Fudge: Character Study from 2020-11-09T04:02:35
Put on your lime green bowler hat and your purple boots and settle in for a nice buttered crumpet and an episode about one of the worst Ministers of Magic imaginable! Alice and Martha debate Fudge'...
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Tom Riddle: Character Study from 2020-11-02T01:25:18
Alice and Martha discuss the world's creepiest child, "Cotton-Eyed Tom" Riddle! Plus, Martha reveals a new childhood memory and Miss Hepzibah makes a reappearance.
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Percy Weasley: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-10-25T19:08:09
Whether he's advising Harry on which electives to take or polishing his Prefect's badge, Percy is well on his way to a meteoric rise to power by the end of his arc in the first three books! And in ...
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Ernie Macmillan: Character Study from 2020-10-18T22:12:07
He may not be as skilled at Apparition or Potions as he would like, but he was one of Alice and Martha's main inspirations for staring the Character Study series! A true Hufflepuff at heart, Ernie ...
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Getting to Know Sarah Walt Weaver from 2020-10-17T23:42:33
Special guest Sarah Walt Weaver (@sarahwaltweaver) joins the Real Weird Sisters to discuss her web comic, Adventures with Vrah (www.advent...
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Hermione Granger: Character Study, Part 2 from 2020-10-11T22:47:19
Alice and Martha resume their discussion of Hermione, covering her arc in the third book. From her relationship with Ron to her time (turner) management to her standing up to Professor Trelawney, H...
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Sorting Hat: Big Brother 22 from 2020-10-10T14:42:07
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Chappell (@Chappells_Show) and the Sorting Blanket to sort the characters of Big Brother (season 22)...
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Cuthbert Binns: Character Study from 2020-10-04T20:09:07
Alice and Martha drone on and on this week about Professor Binns, in a tone that is guaranteed to cause drowsiness within ten minutes! Listeners, please channel your inner Hermione and resist the u...
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Nearly Headless Nick: Character Study from 2020-09-27T19:42:14
Well hellooooo, Sir Nicholas! Helloooo!! Alice and Martha are back to discuss one of Hogwarts' most notorious ghosts, Nearly Headless Nick. He may not be part of the Headless Hunt, but at least his...
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Rubeus Hagrid: Character Study, Part 2 from 2020-09-20T20:46:23
Alice and Martha discuss Hagrid's development in the second book, from his being framed (twice) for opening the Chamber of Secrets, to his relationship with Aragog and his sly way with words! All w...
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Gilderoy Lockhart: Character Study from 2020-09-13T18:12:18
Peskipiksi Pesternomi! Alice and Martha giggle about Lockhart and his charming ways on this week's episode. After all, they are just silly girls like Mrs. Weasley and Hermione! Whether it be his fo...
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Ron Weasley: Character Study, Part 2 from 2020-09-07T00:51:06
Alice and Martha resume their discussion of Ron, this time focusing on his *extremely unusual* fear of spiders, his impressive driving skills, and his willingness to stand up for Muggle-borns. Thou...
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Lucius Malfoy: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-08-30T22:57
Though Lucius's role in the beginning of the series is mostly behind the scenes, we get a clear picture of who he is through his parrot, Draco. If you are in need a more productive hobby, and enjoy...
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Molly Weasley: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-08-23T20:47:15
Car gone! No note! Alice and Martha discuss the bad cop of the Weasley family, supermom Mrs. Weasley. She may be a bit strict, but we can't think of a better surrogate mother figure for Harry. Pop ...
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Sorting Hat: Winnie the Pooh from 2020-08-19T16:07:16
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Shut Up Tim (@shutuptim) and the Sorting Bonnet to sort the characters of Winnie the Pooh into Hogwa...
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Dobby: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-08-17T02:47:30
Put on your mismatched socks and tea cozy, because it’s time to talk about everyone’s favorite elf! From new theories about how his friendship with Winky came about, to discussion of his relationsh...
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Exploring Asian Representation in the Harry Potter Series with Andrew Shim from 2020-08-14T03:15:59
Alice and Martha are joined by special guest Andrew Shim (@andrewwshim) to discuss issues of Asian representation in the Harry Potter books and movies as well as ideas for how this representation c...
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Dudley Dursley: Character Study from 2020-08-09T19:50:33
It's time to talk about Dinky Diddidums, Ickle Diddikins, Aunt Marge's Neffy Poo, or, as most know him, "Big D." He may be too busy to join Alice and Martha, as he is probably at tea with the Polki...
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Lord Voldemort: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-08-02T23:25:24
He may be only *smoke and vapor! smoke and vapor!* but Lord Voldemort still has a large presence in the first four books--hence the two hour podcast! He's sassy, charming, and an ego-maniac, but HE...
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Exploring Mental Health Themes in the Harry Potter Series with Lital Ruderman from 2020-07-31T16:52:19
Alice and Martha are joined by Lital Ruderman, PhD, MA, LPC, NCC, (she/her) to discuss themes of mental health in the Harry Potter series and how they are developed. Be aware that the episode inclu...
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Combatting Transphobia from a Clinical Psychology Perspective with Oak Reed from 2020-07-28T04:31:48
Alice and Martha are joined by clinical psychology doctoral candidate Oak Reed to discuss ways to combat transphobia and practice self-care during difficult times.
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Firenze: Character Study from 2020-07-27T03:16:44
It's time to stop horsing around once and for all, and to finally have a serious conversation about the number one Hogwarts hottie, Firenze! He may not hold a candle to Mr. Tumnus, but he's still o...
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Breaking Down JK Rowling's Transphobia from a Geek Culture Perspective with Jessie Gender from 2020-07-24T03:47:41
Jessie Earl (@jessiegender) of the Jessie Gender YouTube channel joins Alice and Martha to analyze JK Rowling's transphobic views through a geek culture lens and discuss ways fans can distance them...
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Neville Longbottom: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-07-20T01:10:24
Alice and Martha discuss their hottest, most original takes on poor, blundering Neville in the first three books. He may be worth twelve of Malfoy, but a game of Exploding Snap with him is the last...
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Family Feud: Real Weird Edition from 2020-07-18T16:53:32
Alice and Martha are joined by "family" members Kate Hildner and Shut Up Tim (@ShutUpTim) to compete in a game of Family Feud hosted by the Real Weird Husband/Brother-in-Law Paul Asleson (@paulasle...
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Getting to Know Author Laramie Dean from 2020-07-16T02:42:20
Special guest Laramie Dean (@bylaramiedean) joins the Real Weird Sisters to discuss his upcoming novel, Black Forest, his love of horror, and LGBTQ+ allyship, as well as many other fun topics! Blac...
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Albus Dumbledore: Character Study, Part 2 from 2020-07-12T20:21:43
Alice and Martha return to their discussion of Dumbledore's questionable decision-making, from his hiring Lockhart, to his keeping Hogwarts open during a pandemic-like situation, to his inability t...
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Sorting Hat: Glee from 2020-07-09T02:53:49
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Aman Adwin (@AmanAdwin) and Matt Liguori (@mattliguori) of The Choir Room (@ChoirRoomPod) and the S...
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Hermione Granger: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-07-06T02:34:28
Most of the Real Weirdos so far haven't got an ounce of logic, but oooh, Harry, it's finally time to talk about a female character! Martha and Alice are back to discuss everyone's favorite lovable ...
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Oliver Wood: Character Study from 2020-06-28T21:16:45
It's time to discuss Wood, who is not a cane to be used on Harry, but a ruddy good keeper who goes on to play for Pride of Portree (nah, it was Puddlemere United). That means it's also time for SPO...
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Draco Malfoy: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-06-22T01:49:18
It's time to discuss another unproblematic hero of the series! Alice and Martha discuss Draco's sweet disposition and his inclusive value system, as they are clearly established in the first two bo...
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Severus Snape: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-06-15T03:07
The two biggest Snape stans / apologists convene to praise this amazing, heroic character! Alice and Martha discuss Snape's vast repertoire of talents, from his Potions ingenuity, to his logic skil...
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#BlackLivesMatter, #TransLivesMatter from 2020-06-08T00:08:01
We are taking a break from our regularly scheduled programming this week to respond to current events and unpack our thoughts on the Black Lives Matter movement as well as JK Rowling's transphobic ...
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Getting to Know Sarah Barrios from 2020-06-05T05:28:27
Special guest Sarah Barrios (@SARAHBARRlOS) joins the Real Weird Sisters to discuss how Harry Potter has influenced her career as a recording artist and songwriter and go head-to-head against Alice...
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The Sorting Hat: Character Study from 2020-06-01T03:34:17
Bee in your bonnet? We'll eat ourselves if you can find a smarter podcast than this! Alice and Martha discuss everything Sorting Hat, from the original intent of the hat, to the houses that get the...
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Ron Weasley: Character Study, Part 1 from 2020-05-25T01:59:22
Alice and Martha have dirt on their noses and corned beef sandwiches packed for the first leg of the journey through Ron's character. Even though he keeps busy mooching off his rich friends and du...
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Character Study: Garrick Ollivander from 2020-05-18T03:23:43
Gray morals, silver eyes... it's time to talk about one of the most complex minor characters of the series, "Garrick" Ollivander. From his passive aggressive digs at Gregorovitch to his obsession w...
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Character Study: Rubeus Hagrid, Part 1 from 2020-05-10T23:56:08
He may have a big mouth, but his heart is even bigger. Budge up, yeh great lump, It's time to discuss everyone's favorite gentle giant, Ru-BAE-us Hagrid! Oh happee dae!
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Character Study: Vernon Dursley, Part 1 from 2020-05-04T00:23:45
Put on your Smeltings best and get ready to hum “Tiptoe Through the Tulips,” because it’s time to “shake ‘em off, shake ‘em off.” That’s right, we are here to talk about one of the most perfectly n...
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Character Study: Albus Dumbledore, Part 1 from 2020-04-27T00:20:22
Alice and Martha analyze Dumbledore's arc in the first book, from his taste for lemon drops (LOL!) to his short-lived obsession with music. Before we begin, we would like to say a few words. And he...
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Sorting Hat: Twilight from 2020-04-23T05:18:56
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Shandy and the Sorting Baseball Cap to sort the characters of the Twilight Saga into Hogwarts houses...
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8.4 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Act 4 from 2020-04-19T23:57:05
It's time for the Extraordinary General Podcast. Albus and Scorpius find themselves trapped in 1981, and by the grace of Dumbledore, they figure out a very simple yet realistic way to send a messag...
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8.3 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Act 3 from 2020-04-12T18:13
In an alternate timeline, The Scorpion King teams up with Granger, Weasley, and Severus to set things right. Back in the real world, McGonagall flies off the handle about irresponsible time turner ...
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The Second Annual Real Weird Hunger Games from 2020-04-11T20:09:15
The Official Real Weird Gamemaster, Shut Up Tim (@ShutUpTim) returns to host the second "annual" Real Weird Hunger Games. Alice, Martha, and special guest Mary Kwiatkowski (@FrailMary) draft teams ...
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8.2 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Act 2 from 2020-04-06T02:09:05
Alice and Martha discuss the Greatest Showman on Earth, Myrtle Elizabeth Warren, and time travel confusion as they continue through Act 2 of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
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Harry Potter Movie Ranking from 2020-04-02T18:59:44
The Real Weird Sisters are joined by Shut Up Tim to rank all eight Harry Potter movies, with input from the other moviecast guests.
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8.1 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Act 1 from 2020-03-29T21:45:46
Bing, bang, boing! It's time for story of 19 years later (oh wait... 22 years later), when the characters are all super consistent and nothing feels like fan fiction!
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 Movie Review from 2020-03-22T23:41:02
Alice and Martha are joined by Mary Kwiatkowski (@FrailMary) and He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named to review the Harry Potter computer game. Oh, and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2. Now move al...
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The Real Weird Sisters: Where We've Been and What Comes Next from 2020-03-18T22:45:11
Alice and Martha walk through the history of the podcast and discuss plans for the new direction of the show. Thank you all for sticking with us for the past four years, and we hope you will contin...
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Epilogue: 19 Years Later from 2020-03-15T21:04:15
All is well as Alice and Martha round out the final official book club episode. Albus Severus, Little Scorpius, Victoire, and the rest of the gang head off to Hogwarts, and how satisfying it is to ...
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7.36 The Flaw in the Plan from 2020-03-08T23:52:59
It's all come down to this: after all, neither can live while the other survives. Put simply, Harry got to the wand weeks ago; Tom Riddle is too late. This penultimate chapter of the series has wan...
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7.35 King's Cross from 2020-03-01T22:58:18
Alice and Martha once again find themselves on different sides of the aisle regarding what exactly is happening in this chapter. However, we can all agree that the gleam of triumph in Dumbledore's ...
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7.34 The Forest Again from 2020-02-24T03:48:42
Come in command central: Harry Potter is about to die. We repeat: Harry Potter is about to die. in a lesser reported story, Martha and Alice have a rare difference of Potter opinion and have very c...
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7.33 The Prince's Tale from 2020-02-17T06:27:30
It's time for the prince's long-awaited T-A-L-E, in which not only the page number is highly significant, but the number 19 (or 20?) is as well. Grawp is missing a shoe (and we all know how expens...
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7.32 The Elder Wand from 2020-02-09T23:30:09
Alice and Martha sound like Lucius as they discuss "the boy," who makes his way out of the castle and heads for the Shrieking Shack. Hagrid also makes his way out of the castle as the acromantulas...
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Sorting Hat: Survivor Season 40, Winners at War with Rob Cesternino from 2020-02-08T07:55:25
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Rob Cesternino (@robcesternino) and Penner's Sorting Fedora to sort the contestants of the upcoming ...
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7.31 The Battle of Hogwarts from 2020-02-03T02:44:16
Luckily for you, Alice and Martha have not, to use the common phrase, done a bunk this week, though they might have to if all the Slytherin listeners start coming for them! Harry tracks down the Gr...
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7.30 The Sacking of Severus Snape from 2020-01-27T03:04:28
It's too bad Flight of the Prince has already been taken, because that really would have been a much better title for this chapter--well, or, The Carrows Come to Call. While Ron and Hermione rush o...
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Sorting Hat: The Circle from 2020-01-24T18:50:40
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Kirsten MacInnis (@kirstensaidwhat) and the Sorting Circle to sort the contestants of season one of ...
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7.29 The Lost Diadem from 2020-01-20T03:50:57
Neville's back, and he's a changed man, from his newfound confidence to his shrunken arm. At the same time, gossip king Terry Boot can barely contain his excitement, Michael Corner considers openin...
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7.28 The Missing Mirror from 2020-01-13T02:47:10
In the process of persuading the GOAT of his commitment to the mission, Harry ends up convincing himself, and proceeds with his nice job, which is the sort of thing you’d expect an unqualified wiza...
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7.27 The Final Hiding Place from 2020-01-06T02:09:31
Heh! $%&*#!! Three highly edible humans take a joyride on the back of a dragon - in case you hadn't noticed, they just broke out of Gringotts. They're covered in burns, but it's nothing a little di...
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7.26 Gringotts from 2019-12-30T06:08:39
The trio flies by the seats of their pants to make good on a premise laid out in book one, *banking* on one evil hair to disguise Hermione (and her voice) perfectly. Griphook keeps a tight grip on ...
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The 2019 Real Weird Holiday Special from 2019-12-28T16:14:15
As 2019 comes to a close, we are back to celebrate the holiday season Potter-style. Join us as we rank the best magical locations to celebrate the holidays with returning guest Kate Hildner (@khild...
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7.25 Shell Cottage from 2019-12-23T05:12:44
Harry concocts a despicable plan to double-cross Griphook, though it's not nearly as vile as breaking into Dumbledore's tomb - he could never have done that. Fleur--who is not an owl--escapes from ...
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7.24 The Wandmaker from 2019-12-16T02:11:49
It's back to the book club as Alice and Martha dive into "The Wandmaker," alternatively named "The Banker." Harry makes his decision in the Horcruxes vs. Hallows debate, and he is incredibly confid...
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1 Movie Review from 2019-12-08T19:57:31
Alice and seven Marthas are joined by Jessica Liese (@HaymakerHattie) and He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named to review Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1.
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7.23 Malfoy Manor from 2019-12-02T06:17:31
Numerous plots converge in what is definitely (SPOILER ALERT!) the best chapter of the book so far. Luna, Ollivander, Dean, Aberforth, Draco, Bellatrix, Griphook, Greyback, Grindelwald, and Wormtai...
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7.22 The Deathly Hallows from 2019-11-25T01:10:09
Watch Harry descend into madness as he contemplates the Elder Wand... the Resurrection Stone... the Cloak of Invisibility! Hermione is most skeptical, but old Xeno was right- she is limited. Narrow...
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7.21 The Tale of the Three Brothers from 2019-11-18T02:42:24
This episode is set at midnight, not twilight - much spookier! Stretch out on the couch with your hands behind your head, sip your delicious Gurdyroot infusion, and eat some Freshwater Plimpy soup ...
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7.20 Xenophilius Lovegood from 2019-11-10T22:18:21
The gang's back together, but Ron has some serious and somber work cut out for him when it comes to winning Hermione over again, and tuning the wireless radio certainly isn't helping. Luckily, Harr...
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7.19 The Silver Doe from 2019-11-03T23:49:06
Harry, dressed in all the sweaters he owns and running on two nights without sleep, makes the wise decision to follow a mysterious doe (dough?) deep into the Forest of Dean. Ron, with a ball of lig...
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7.18 The Life and Lies of Albus Dumbledore from 2019-10-27T22:42:23
Yet another cheery chapter to brighten your Monday! Harry finally gets the savage pleasure of finding out the "truth" that old Batty and Enid Smeek shared (willingly or not) with the world's most r...
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7.17 Bathilda's Secret from 2019-10-21T02:06:06
The Christmas fun continues as the bald man and the little woman head to old Batty's house. To be fair, she was very persuasive and acting totally normal! This is one of Voldemort's weakest plans t...
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7.16 Godric's Hollow from 2019-10-14T01:31:17
This chapter is a major emotional journey. Undesirable Number One finds himself pining for his ex-girlfriend (probably Cho; it is unclear from the context) and entertaining unrealistic theories abo...
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7.15 The Goblin's Revenge from 2019-10-07T00:56:01
The lack of bacon sandwiches is really starting to get to everyone, and it's a real slap of fish on the flesh when they realize they've completely forgotten about the possibility of "Accio Salmon!"...
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7.14 The Thief from 2019-09-29T19:42:30
It's finally time for some CAMPING!! The trio is now on the run, and Kreacher's delicious steak and kidney pie has to be swapped out for some rubbery mushrooms stewed in a billycan. This chapter is...
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7.13 The Muggle-Born Registration Commission from 2019-09-23T02:07:18
The trio continues with their extremely well-thought-out plan at the Ministry, with only a few tiny hiccups along the way. With Hermione and Ron busy doing the actual jobs of their alter egos, Harr...
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7.12 Magic Is Might from 2019-09-16T02:08:52
One of the biggest mysteries of the book is introduced and resolved over the course of this enigmatic chapter, and no, we're not talking about the mystery of why JK Rowling seems to think even and ...
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7.11 The Bribe from 2019-09-08T22:15:40
An extremely aged Lupin, bearing a strong resemblance to Jacob Marley, shows up at Grimmauld Place to inform the trio of the Death Eaters outside, propose a tempting plan, and drop some very surpri...
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7.10 Kreacher's Tale from 2019-09-02T02:24:08
Once again, the starting page number of this chapter proves to be very significant as Kreacher reveals his story to the trio. But before we get to the elf tale, Harry spends some time ransacking Si...
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7.9 A Place to Hide from 2019-08-26T02:09:30
The trio lands in the middle of London--but NOT on Shaftesbury Avenue--and Ron and Harry (or should we still be calling him Barny??) look extra cool in their dress robes. It's a good thing that Her...
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7.8 The Wedding from 2019-08-19T01:34:27
Thanks to Cousin Barny's outstanding attention span, this vunderful chapter is filled with beautiful wedding quotes, which are quite useful for social media posts when people you love get married! ...
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7.7 The Will of Albus Dumbledore from 2019-08-12T03:09:30
Harry finally comes of age, so it's time to really put his magic skills to the test and make some stuff fly around the room! It's also time to try out a few of the twelve fail-safe ways to charm wi...
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7.6 The Ghoul in Pajamas from 2019-08-04T23:29:16
Harry's struggle with his savior complex has never been more real, and there's just no time for anything so completely trivial as vol-au-vents or family weddings! Unfortunately for him, Mrs. Weasle...
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7.5 Fallen Warrior from 2019-07-28T15:54:13
Martha may not be as excited about this week’s chapter art as she was last week, but the characters do remind us of a certain Hundred Acre Wood character, to everyone’s surprise! Also included thi...
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7.4 The Seven Potters from 2019-07-21T20:48:46
The moment we've all been dreading has finally arrived, so have a seat on the washing machine, pour yourself a tall glass of Harry-flavored Polyjuice Potion (it's much tastier than Crabbe and Goyle...
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7.3 The Dursleys Departing from 2019-07-14T21:40:16
The Dursleys and Harry bid each other adieu, though not quite as tearfully as Hestia and Dedalus (aka the Order’s D-Squad) predicted. Awkward moments ensue when Harry realizes that Dudley didn’t ac...
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Sorting Hat: Hunger Games from 2019-07-13T17:48:15
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Mary Kwiatkowski (@FrailMary) and the Sorting Reaping Ball to sort the characters of The Hunger Game...
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7.2 In Memoriam from 2019-07-07T16:54:50
As Harry makes his way through his trunk and reads his newspaper, he is also forced to reckon with the fact that he is now a magic school dropout. Hedwig is trapped in her cage (moment of silence),...
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7.1 The Dark Lord Ascending from 2019-06-30T20:17:45
Martha relives an embarrassing stream of Facebook videos, Alice reveals that she does not really care about Charity Burbage, and both sisters get a little too caught up looking up pictures of white...
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Big Brother: Wizarding World from 2016-12-23T05:00
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Jordan Parhar of Big Brother Canada 3 (@jordanparhar) to cast and imagine a fantasy season of Big Br...
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Movie Review from 2016-12-19T00:30
The Real Weird Sisters review the movie of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets with special guests Tim Ahlin (@shutuptim) and Daniel Erenberg (@LowStakesDaniel). Be aware that the show may cont...
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2.18 Dobby's Reward from 2016-12-11T19:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter eighteen of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the ser...
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2.17 The Heir of Slytherin from 2016-12-05T01:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter seventeen of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the se...
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2.16 The Chamber of Secrets from 2016-11-28T03:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter sixteen of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the seri...
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2.15 Aragog from 2016-11-20T15:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter fifteen of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the seri...
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Real Weird Sisters React from 2016-11-20T14:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) react to Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Be aware that the show will contain spoilers from the entire movie.
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2.14 Cornelius Fudge from 2016-11-14T04:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter fourteen of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the ser...
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2.13 The Very Secret Diary from 2016-11-06T21:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter thirteen of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the ser...
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2.12 The Polyjuice Potion from 2016-10-28T12:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter twelve of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the serie...
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2.11 The Dueling Club from 2016-10-24T02:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter eleven of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the serie...
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2.10 The Rogue Bludger from 2016-10-17T01:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter ten of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.<...
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2.9 The Writing on the Wall from 2016-10-09T22:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter nine of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series....
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Sorting Hat: The Baby-Sitters Club from 2016-10-07T21:30
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guests Jack Shepherd and Tanner Greenring of The Baby-Sitters Club Club (@BSCCpodcast) to sort the charact...
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2.8 The Deathday Party from 2016-10-03T00:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter eight of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series...
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2.7 Mudbloods and Murmurs from 2016-09-25T18:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter seven of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series...
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Sorting Hat: Stranger Things from 2016-09-22T22:00
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Jeremiah Panhorst (@jpanhorst) and the Sorting Helmet to sort the characters of Stranger Things into...
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2.6 Gilderoy Lockhart from 2016-09-18T19:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter six of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.<...
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Pottermore Presents: The Real Weird Sisters React from 2016-09-14T03:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) react to the Pottermore Presents eBooks: Short Stories from Hogwarts of Power, Politics and Pesky Poltergeists; Short Stories from Hogwarts of Heroism, Ha...
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2.5 The Whomping Willow from 2016-09-10T19:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter five of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series....
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2.4 At Flourish and Blotts from 2016-09-03T17:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter four of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series....
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2.3 The Burrow from 2016-08-28T16:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter three of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series...
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2.2 Dobby's Warning from 2016-08-22T03:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter two of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.<...
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2.1 The Worst Birthday from 2016-08-15T05:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter one of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.<...
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Movie Review from 2016-08-08T05:00
The Real Weird Sisters review the movie of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone with special guests Tim Ahlin (@shutuptim) and Paul Asleson (@paulasleson). Be aware that the show may contain spoil...
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: The Real Weird Sisters React from 2016-08-01T20:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) react to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Be aware that the show will contain spoilers from Part One and Part Two of the play.
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1.17 The Man with Two Faces from 2016-07-30T14:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter seventeen of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the seri...
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1.16 Through the Trapdoor from 2016-07-24T22:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter sixteen of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series...
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1.15 The Forbidden Forest from 2016-07-18T04:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter fifteen of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series...
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Top 10 Harry Potter Baby Names for Boys and Girls from 2016-07-14T16:00
In this special topics episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by guest Chelsea Patton (@chelseakpatton) to rank the best names of the Harry Potter series and discuss their cu...
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1.14 Norbert the Norwegian Ridgeback from 2016-07-11T01:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter fourteen of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the serie...
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1.13 Nicolas Flamel from 2016-07-04T06:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter thirteen of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the serie...
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1.12 The Mirror of Erised from 2016-06-26T19:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter twelve of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series....
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1.11 Quidditch from 2016-06-20T00:00
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter eleven of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series....
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1.10 Halloween from 2016-06-12T21:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter ten of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.
Harry Potter and the Final Rose from 2016-06-09T18:30
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Haley Strong (@hstrong_) to draft and imagine a fantasy season of The Bachelor, starring Harry Potte...
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1.9 The Midnight Duel from 2016-06-06T05:05:44
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter nine of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.
1.8 The Potions Master from 2016-05-30T05:05:57
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter eight of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.<...
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Sorting Hat: Hamilton from 2016-05-27T17:52:44
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Robbie Hurlocker (@alphaknight) and the Sorting Wig to sort the characters of Hamilton: An American ...
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1.7 The Sorting Hat from 2016-05-23T05:05:43
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter seven of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.<...
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Sorting Hat: The Office from 2016-05-20T03:52:04
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Mike Bloom (@AMikeBloomType) and Prison Mike's Sorting Bandana to sort the characters of The Office ...
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1.6 The Journey from Platform Nine and Three-Quarters from 2016-05-16T05:05:08
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter six of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.
1.5 Diagon Alley from 2016-05-09T05:05:40
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter five of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.
1.4 The Keeper of the Keys from 2016-05-02T05:05:30
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter four of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.
1.3 The Letters from No One from 2016-04-25T05:05:44
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter three of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.<...
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Sorting Hat: Breaking Bad from 2016-04-21T22:11:08
In this crossover episode, The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) are joined by special guest Tim Ahlin (@shutuptim) and the Sorting Fedora to sort the characters of Breaking Bad into Hogwarts h...
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1.2 The Vanishing Glass from 2016-04-18T05:05:26
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter two of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Pl...
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1.1 The Boy Who Lived from 2016-04-11T05:05:14
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter one of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series.
Preview Show from 2016-03-29T04:02:06
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) tell about their Harry Potter fandom and what you can expect from their forthcoming podcast.
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