Secrets of Harry Potter

In this episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter, we analyze the literary, mythological and religious themes in chapter 18 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows . Post your comments below, or send us an email: harrypotter [ a t. ] sqpn.com Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe with iTunes ShareThis

In this episode, we analyze chapter 17 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Bathilda s Secret. Post your comments below, or send us an email: harrypotter [ a t. ] sqpn.com Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe with iTunes ShareThis

In this episode we talk about the hidden meaning of the inscriptions on the tombstones of the graveyard at Godric's Hollow.

In this episode, we will follow Harry and Hermione to Godric's Hollow and explore the hidden secrets in chapter 16 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

In this episode, we continue our exploration of the symbols and themes in chapters 13-15 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience. Join Talkshoe at www.talkshoe.com to listen and participate!

A special Christmas episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter! This episode was recorded in front of a live audience. Join Talkshoe at www.talkshoe.com to listen and participate!

Discussion of the symbols and themes in chapters 10-12 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. This episode was recorded in front of a live audience. Join Talkshoe at www.talkshoe.com to listen and participate!

Discussion of the symbols and themes in chapters 7-9 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. This episode is the first in a new series of interactive podcasts recorded in front of a live audience. Join Talkshoe at www.talkshoe.com to listen and participate!

Coming of age… our hero Harry stands on the brink of his 17th Birthday – ready to break ties with being a child, as well as his ties to Privet Drive and since we know his plan is not to return to Hogwarts – he's breaking ties there too – but you'll have to join us to discover just how much is actually broken! Symbols we've never discussed before and a single word never seen in the series before will lead to interesting surprises and secrets – exactly what we're about in the Secrets of Harry Potter. SPOILER WARNING: Read Chapters 4-6 before listening!

It's time to leave our world and venture into Harry's World – one last time – as we begin to uncover the secrets found in The Deathly Hallows. SPOILER WARNING: Read Chapters 1-3 before listening!

Today, we launch our new series of special podcasts on "The Secrets of the Deathly Hallows!" Join Brother Giles Baker as we explore the symbolism, connections, and surprises hidden in the 7 th book, starting this 7th month, of 2007. With 36 chapters and an epilogue, our journey is sure to be as interesting as your "first-read-through." Episode 21 is entirely about the epigraphs JKR has chosen and placed right before the start of Chapter 1 – so, if you haven't started reading yet, this episode won't spoil your adventure – it just might make it more interesting!

It's a question of personal commitment - of challenge and choice - as the story of Discipleship continues. The adherents, devotees, fans, fanatics, followers and partisans are discovered and identified. The dark lord's best-kept secret is revealed, and we learn what the death-eaters won't ever attain – no matter how pure and talented they believe they are! Join us as we unlock the secrets of being a true Disciple -- in Episode 19 part 2 of the Secrets of Harry Potter.

A special episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter on the occasion of the premiere of the movie 'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix'. We have an eye witness report straight from the red carpet premiere of the movie in Hollywood where all the stars of the movies were seeing the finished movie for the first time, and Fr. Roderick talks about some central Christian themes and symbols hidden in the fabric of the story about the Order of the Phoenix.

These are perilous times for Wizard and Muggle – for Goblin and Elf – for Giant and creature alike…as the dark lord continues to make his presence known. Difficult challenges await, difficult choices abound - Who's side are you on? Where will you go? What will you do? Join us on a journey from our real world into the fantasy world of Harry Potter to discover the secrets of being a disciple, - and what Discipleship means for Wizard and Muggle alike in Episode 19 part 1 of the Secrets of Harry Potter.

Happy St. Valentine’s Day! In this special podcast, LOVE is the word, the topic and, just maybe, the ultimate answer. So, whether you speak Parsletongue or the tongues of men and of angels – you’ll discover what is essential when you join us today.

What's in a name? Well, quite a lot if the name is "DEATHLY HALLOWS"! In this episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter we'll explore J. K. Rowling's cryptic use of names and titles... join us now as we enter the foggy world of speculations!

In this episode we look at the hidden spiritual meaning of the magical beasts in Harry Potter: the Unicorn, the Phoenix, Owls, Centaurs, the Hippogryph, the Red Lion. Also in this episode: similarities between Arthur's Knights and Harry Potter's friends.

In this two-part special we pull together the strands of storytelling throughout history to find the great themes, images and symbols of The Hero in Harry Potter. From King Arthur to Superman we find recurring patterns in the Secrets of Harry Potter...

Episode 15 of the Secrets of Harry Potter takes an in-depth look at Hogward's professor Lupin.

The Triwizard Tournament and the Quidditch World Cup; Durmstrang, the Flying Dutchman and the Four Elements; the books vs. the movies; the Wands; was Igor Karkaroff really repentent or just scared? Spain and Hermione.

In this episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter, we’ll meet Harry Potter’s fourth year Defense Against the Dark Arts professor and explore the religious references and mythological symbols related to Moody’s mysterious Mad-Eye...

In this episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter, we’ll meet Harry Potter’s fourth year Defense Against the Dark Arts professor and explore the religious references and mythological symbols related to Moody’s mysterious Mad-Eye...

In this episode we will explore the secrets of the three Wizarding Schools who compete in the Tri-Wizard Tournament. We'll learn about their histories, the meanings of their names, their Head masters, and in one case… a Headmistress. Time for school!

In this episode we will explore the secrets of the three Wizarding Schools who compete in the Tri-Wizard Tournament. We'll learn about their histories, the meanings of their names, their Head masters, and in one case… a Headmistress. Time for school!

In this episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter we will explore the symbolism and the ancient origins of labyrinths and magical mazes.

In this episode of the Secrets of Harry Potter we will explore the symbolism and the ancient origins of labyrinths and magical mazes.

In this episode, we will dive deep into the mysteries of the dangerous depths of Hogwarts Lake!

In this episode, we will dive deep into the mysteries of the dangerous depths of Hogwarts Lake!

In this episode, we will explore the secrets of the first challenge of theTriwizard Tournament: Dragons!

In this episode, we will explore the secrets of the first challenge of theTriwizard Tournament: Dragons!