Welcome to Harry Potter Theory! This podcast features Harry Potter Theories, Fantastic Beasts Theories, Explanations, Top Lists, News, Character Backstories, Fan Fictions & More!
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Why We Roll is a streaming show and podcast about designing tabletop roleplaying games, hosted by Chris Pickett (Danse Macabre) and Wythe Marschall (Stillfleet). Chris and Wythe host in-depth conversations with professional game designers with a focus on contemporary indie TTRPGs. They also occasionally run actual-play sessions and offer behind-the-scenes looks at the games they’re developing. Topics covered to date include game-design inspirations and best practices, the politics of games, ...
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Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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The Final Rule
Timothy Underwood, Chase Bernard, Brendan Bice, Vincent Bianca, Justin Haflich, Rain Scott-Catoire, Various Guests
Completely Improvised DnD! No prep, no backstories, all real.
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A podcast where two writers roll up D&D characters from scratch without prior planning. In each episode, Matt Phillion and Colin Carlton create brand new D&D characters, fully formed with stats, classes, equipment, spells, backstories, and everything a good player or NPC needs to survive in the world of tabletop role-playing games! Whether you're listening for fun or need help creating your own characters, this podcast is for you! Find out more at charactersandclass.com
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Join Vin, Varren, Mia, and Freya on an extraordinary journey through the mysterious Missing Moment in the captivating Pathfinder 2e adventure path "Gatewalkers." Get ready for thrilling encounters, epic quests, and unimaginable discoveries. Don't miss a single moment of this thrilling show!
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To nurture and enrich the established writer’s journey of all genres, age groups, and publishing paths through video podcasts, on-line classes, in-person retreats, and more.
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The popular podcast, Mercury’s Wake – Before Chaos is a character-driven story based on the first book from the author's sci-fi novel, Mercury's Wake – The Long Weekend, delivering a reality-bending four-day journey into backstories, premonitions, murder, high stakes gambling, parallel universes, an alien prophesy, interdimensional travel, metaphor, and ordinary people compelled by the reflections of a fictitious character in a book found in an abandoned Cadillac just up from Chaco Canyon, N ...
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It Waits in the Shadows is a weekly podcast delving into the world of horror movie villains. In this show, we will explore their backstories, what makes them unique/scary, kill/scare method, fun character facts, how to defeat the character, chances of survival, and fun movie/production facts.
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Tycho's Tales is an informal discussion podcast about tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs) like Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder. Episodes are released every Tuesday at 5 pm GMT (or, for the Kiwis, every Wednesday at 6 am NZST). Find out more about us at https://tychostales.com/about. If you enjoy the pod, please rate or review us on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
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This podcast is dedicated to all things related to the DC Comics character The Flash. Comics, video games, tv, animation, and movies. If it's related to The Flash, we're talking about it.
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The ANN After Show is a weekly podcast from Anime News Network, the internet's most trusted anime news source since 1998. Hosted by executive editor Lynzee Loveridge and video producer Jacki Jing, each week we talk in-depth about the season's hottest shows with special guests and deliver the trending stories you need to know. Geek out with us each week, gain new perspectives, and discover the details you might have missed.
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Alex and Connor, two 30-somethings with strong feelings about Star Wars, discuss a variety of topics in everyone's favorite science fiction universe, including; weird Force powers, character explorations, lore discussions, and deep dives into expanded universe content. Updates weekly each Monday. See our new subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/
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Three Nerds bring on their friends to talk about art, science, and all things interesting! Also the home of The Adventures in Jir'Haniya D&D Campaign! Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/Nerdsandfriends?fan_landing=true
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Kate and Abbie Emmons are sisters, best friends, and authors on a mission to help you stoke your creative fire and live the life of your dreams.
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Tabletop RPG actual play and discussion. D&D5e, Inspectres, FATE, Dark Heresy, Call of Cthulhu and more
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The Write Approach is a podcast for writers to learn more about the craft and business of writing. It is hosted by USA Today bestselling author Barbara Hinske and J. W. Judge. Hinske has written more than twenty women's fiction and mystery novels, including The Christmas Club which became a Hallmark movie. Judge has authored five novels, including the trilogy The Zauberi Chronicles, and the non-fiction book, Write Your Novel One Day at a Time. You can find out more about the hosts and this p ...
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EPISODE 70: Character Backstory and Myth with Academic Turned Bestselling Author, Karen Odden
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36:33Send us a text In this episode of Wayward Writers, USA Today bestselling author Karen Odden joins the show to discuss her fascinating journey from academia to a successful career in historical fiction. Karen shares her background, the inspiration behind her novels, her research process, and the intricate art of developing character backstories. T…
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We talk about what makes a good character backstory; whether it's okay for the GM to fill in some details; updating your backstory; plot-advancing characters; and bringing new characters into an existing party. Tycho's Tales is an informal discussion podcast about tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs) like Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder. Get in to…
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James Potter Used a Love Potion on Lily - DARK Harry Potter Theory
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13:36This is going to be a bit of a world shatterer. Wouldn’t it be a cruel and tragic twist if the one witch whose love was powerful enough to defeat Voldemort… Was herself the victim of a love potion? And that the purest act of love in the entire wizarding world came from someone who never truly understood her love for her own husband? What if, beneat…
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New HARRY, RON & HERMIONE Announced for HBO Show (BREAKING NEWS!)
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10:31I’m coming to you today with some breaking (and exciting!) news to share about the casting of the legendary trio in the upcoming Harry Potter series. That’s right, we’ve finally got our Harry, Ron and Hermione. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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We played our first session of Pathfinder 2e the other day, and we share our thoughts (as 5e players) on the system. In addition to our general impressions, we talk about skills; the three-action economy; recall knowledge; hidden rolls; shields; and the accessibility of rules. Tycho's Tales is an informal discussion podcast about tabletop roleplayi…
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Is JK ROWLING Really SUING HBO Over the NEW Harry Potter Series?
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8:12Welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. Today I’ve got a bunch of news stories that I want to cover which are centered around the upcoming HBO show. I know there’s been a lot of news-style videos lately, but I’ll aim to space these out more going forward — I don’t want to stray too far from the core focus of this channel: the lore. L…
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EPISODE 71: Cover Design, Marketing, and Advertising Insights from Successful Indie Author Jamie Dalton
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40:47Send us a text This episode features Jamie Dalton, a YA fantasy author and indie publisher, sharing her journey and strategies in handling the challenging balance of writing, parenting, and business responsibilities. Jamie delves into her writing routine, the evolution of her career, her approach to creative productivity, and the importance of unde…
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S17:E13: Crafting Archetypal Arcs With Enneagram Insights
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34:09Discover the connection between archetypal arcs and Enneagram insights for transformative storytelling and character growth.By K.M. Weiland
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WWR 52 ☉ Wandering Blades w. Daniel Kwan
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1:27:15Join us as we sit down to chat with award-winning TTRPG designer and podcaster Daniel Kwan about his new game, Wandering Blades—backing on Kickstarter until May 30th 2025 at wanderingblades.com! We talk wuxia genre fiction, representation, designing beautiful—yet deadly—combat, cinema, and more so make sure to tune in! If you enjoy Why We Roll, con…
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Why Didn't Anyone KILL Voldemort BEFORE He Rebuilt His Body? - Harry Potter Theory
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14:19Voldemort was considered the most dangerous Dark wizard of all time, and for a while he was feared by the entire wizarding world- even by those who followed him. But after his initial downfall at the hands of baby Harry, he was little more than a shadow—weak, powerless, and holding onto life by a thread (well, seven threads). But eventually, after …
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WWR Bonus ☉ Left of the Projector x Why We Roll
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1:44:08Join us as we discuss the 1997 sci fi film GATTACA with our pal Evan on Left of the Projector! From LoP: 'In this episode, we analyze the 1997 sci-fi film Gattaca, directed by Andrew Niccol, alongside Wythe Marshall and Chris Pickett from the "Why We Roll" podcast. We examine the film's portrayal of a future shaped by genetic engineering and social…
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Is the NEW Harry Potter Show CANON?! - Harry Potter Theory
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13:30With the introduction of a MAJOR new element in the upcoming HBO Harry Potter series, there’s one big question we need to ask: Is it canon? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Quickfire this-or-that questions: Allomancy vs Feruchemy; Dexterity vs Wisdom saves; elf vs human vs dwarf; dark vs light campaigns; diplomacy vs violence; Wizard vs Bard; Mistborn vs Stormlight Archives magic; greatsword vs greataxe; rolling stats vs points buy; roleplay vs combat. Tycho's Tales is an informal discussion podcast about tabletop rol…
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You Can Have a Little Kira-Kira Gundam, As a Treat
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1:09:26James and Lynzee are back to get you caught up on the maze-like developments in Kowloon Generic Romance and Gundam GQuuuuuux! Machu can't handle Nyaan piloting the mobile suit, and Reiko puts Kudo to the test when she threatens to leave Kowloon.
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S17:E12: Using the Enneagram for Character Development: Avoiding Repetition for Lies Each Type Might Believe
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23:59Discover the unique lies each Enneagram subtype believes and how these shape their fears, desires, and character development in storytelling.By K.M. Weiland
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The Dark Life of Bellatrix Lestrange (1951–1998) – Harry Potter History
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26:03The name ‘Bellatrix Lestrange’ would send shivers down the spines of even the bravest of witches and wizards. And this reputation was well-deserved, as her terrifying perspectives and bloodthirsty nature propelled her to commit numerous unthinkable acts over the 46 years that she terrorized the greater Wizarding community. Widely considered to be o…
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WWR 51 ☉ Rascal News w. Rowan Zeoli
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1:05:40Join us as we chat with Rowan Zeoli – indy journalist extraodinaire and co-founder of the independent TTRPG news site, Rascal News – about the state of the industry, how Rascal got started, why independent TTRPG journalism matters (spoiler – it really matters). If you're enjoying Why We Roll, consider joining the Stillfleet Patreon! For as little a…
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Everything That Happened BEFORE Harry Potter (Documentary)
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54:33Before Harry Potter ever stepped foot in Hogwarts..And even before Voldemort killed his parents, there was a whole other story—one of dark wizards, ancient secrets, and magical wars. This is everything that came before. So settle in, brace yourselves, and let’s wind back the clock on Wizarding History. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac…
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EPISODE 69: From Advertising to Aliens: Author Zach Von Zonk Reveals Insights on How to Captivate Your Audience
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43:27Send us a text In this episode of Way-Word Writers, hosts Heather Cashman, Stephanie Bearce, and Nicki Jacobsmeyer interview Zach Von Zonk, a creative director and children's book author. They delve into Zach's background, including his debut book Old McDonald had a Farm, E-I-UFO and his experience with advertising and storytelling. Zach shares ins…
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Is Voldemort Actually a BAD Character? (My Reaction)
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9:39I recently came across a clip on YouTube where author Brandon Sanderson and his podcast guest Dan Well were discussing Voldemort’s character. Aaand things got pretty controversial pretty quickly, as shortly after posing the question, “Is he a good character?”—they both came to the same conclusion: he wasn’t. Naturally my first inclination was to fe…
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WWR 50 ☉ Transgender Deathmatch Legend II w. Kayla Dice
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1:57:30On this episode of WWR, we are so excited to welcome back TTRPG designer, comedian, and WRESTLER, Kayla Dice of Ratwave Game House! Get into the kayfabe with us as we play and discuss Kayla's newest game, Transgender Deathmatch legend II (available on Itch)! Transgender Deathmatch Legend II is a TTRPG beat-em-up designed for two players, using a de…
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Is Jordan Peterson WRONG about Harry Potter?
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15:02Given that I have a Harry Potter YouTube channel, you might not be too surprised to hear that most of my recommended content on YouTube is..*SHOCKER* Harry Potter related. But every so often, I see something in the same realm, but just a little bit different..which in this case was a video of Jordan Peterson analyzing the series. https://www.youtub…
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EPISODE 68: Writing Support Systems: Leveraging Critique Partners for Growth PART 2
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42:57Send us a text Navigating the World of Critique Groups and Partners In this episode of Way-Word Writers, senior literary agent and author Heather Cashman, writing coach Stephanie Bearce, and author Nicki Jacobsmeyer continue their discussion on critique groups and critique partners. They delve into the structure of different critique groups, the be…
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Guys, it's an average-length episode I swear. We talk about NPCs giving out information, and dice. Wow, that sounds boring. Tycho's Tales is an informal discussion podcast about tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs) like Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder. Get in touch by sending us a text message or an email, and find out more about us at https://tyc…
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HUGE News for the Harry Potter TV Show (HE'S BACK)
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8:11Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today I’m going to be bringing you up to speed with everything that is Harry Potter as of May 2025. Because…There’s a lot happening in the Wizarding World right now — from casting announcements to production updates and even a few surprises that no one saw coming. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…
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10 DELETED Harry Potter Plotlines That Change EVERYTHING
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9:30Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re discussing Ghost Plots. You might not be too surprised to hear that Rowling, who wrote the 7 Harry Potter books in a 10 year timespan, generated a fair bit of information (storylines, plots, characters) that simply never made it in to the final versions of the beloved books. And in time, these secondary p…
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EPISODE 67: Writing Support Systems: Leveraging Critique Partners for Growth PART 1
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42:45Send us a text In this episode of Way-Word Writers, hosts Heather Cashman, Stephanie Bearce, and Nicki Jacobsmeyer discuss the important role critique partners and critique groups play in a writer's journey. They explain the differences between critique partners, critique groups, beta readers, and professional editors. The episode covers the benefi…
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We talk about Pathfinder, and making character-focused adventures; and also speculate wildly about the Cosmere RPG. This episode contains some spoilers for the second Mistborn trilogy. Tycho's Tales is an informal discussion podcast about tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs) like Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder. Get in touch by sending us a text m…
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These Harry Potter Myths Were NEVER Canon — You’ve Been Lied To
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18:25Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re going to be taking a look at aspects of the Harry Potter universe that everyone seems to remember…The wrong way. And partly to blame for all of this is the fact that the Harry Potter books were adapted to film. The short answer for WHY all of this happened is that in transforming the beloved book series i…
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S17:E11: The Most Dangerous Arc: Breaking Down the Corruption Character Arc
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21:42Unlock the intricacies of the Corruption Character Arc. Discover how fear, pride, and desire lead to a character's downfall.By K.M. Weiland
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Gryffindor is the Most TOXIC Hogwarts House (Here's Why)
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12:26When we’re first exposed to the Harry Potter story, Gryffindor are introduced as the ‘good’ guys. They can’t do any wrong, can they? Slytherin Bad. Gryffindor good. But, it’s not really that simple, is it? Because when you actually look past the golden glow of Gryffindor House — past the roaring lion mascot, the impressive Quidditch performances, a…
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WWR 49 ☉ The Sometimes Kingdom w. Ethan Gouldini
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1:16:57On this episode of Why We Roll, we chat with Ethan Gouldini about their game, THE SOMETIMES KINGDOM, a topsy-turvy portal fantasy RPG. Join in as we discuss building magical systems and worlds, GMing a living house, and everything seasonal. If you're enjoying Why We Roll, consider supporting us over at patreon.com/stillfleet – for a few bucks a mon…
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Can Another Wizard Become as POWERFUL as Dumbledore? - Harry Potter Theory
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14:12Albus Dumbledore is widely regarded as the most powerful wizard of his time. Some may say Voldemort, or even Grindelwald, but in my opinion- Dumbledore had something special that the others didn't. He was truly one of a kind. Or...Was he? My question today is: was Dumbledore as special as we make him out to be? Does he deserve to be pedestalized to…
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We talk about some recent instances of intra-party conflict (when some of our player characters had... disagreements with one another), the benefits and potential drawbacks of that sort of roleplay, and how to navigate it so that everyone still has fun at the table. Tycho's Tales is an informal discussion podcast about tabletop roleplaying games (T…
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EPISODE 66: Mastering Social Media for Authors with Expert Emily Ritter
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31:31Send us a text In this episode of Way-Word Writers, senior literary agent and author Heather Cashman, along with authors and writing coaches Stephanie Bearce and Nicki Jacobsmeyer, welcome digital marketing expert Emily Ritter. Emily shares her extensive experience in social media and digital marketing, offering authors valuable insights on how to …
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S17:E10: Writing a Fall Arc: How to Show a Character's Moral Decline
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18:36Writing a fall arc involves capturing characters' heartbreaking journeys. Discover techniques for depicting their moral decline.By K.M. Weiland
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Who CREATED Boggarts? Their TRUE Form Revealed – Harry Potter Theory
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12:15Boggarts, as we understand them, are essentially the manifestation of our deepest darkest fears. Amortal shape-shifting non-beings that transform themselves in to whatever it is that we fear most. No one knows what their true form looks like (except maybe Mad-Eye Moody), no one knows where they come from, and no one knows..WHY they exist. So today,…
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WWR 48 ☉ Model Our Nations w. Eric Silver
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1:43:46On this episode of Why We Roll, we sit down with the elder statesman himself, Eric Silver of Multitude Productions and Join the Party to both play and discuss his new game, Model Our Nations: A TTRPG about words standing in the way of action! Pick up a copy of Model Our Nations from the Join the Party merch store HERE! If you're enjoying Why We Rol…
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James Potter Was a HORRIBLE Person (Let’s Be Honest)
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21:53Today we’re going to be discussing James Potter..And why I think he was actually kind of…awful. Now, before you rush to the comments, hear me out. I know James is Harry’s father. I know he fought Voldemort. And I know he eventually became a good person who died protecting his family. But if we take a closer look at who James was during his years at…
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Sharize's Charm of Differential Etherealness
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22:36We make up a dumb spell-of-the-week: https://tychostales.com/articles/sharizes-charm-differential-etherealness/ Tycho's Tales is an informal discussion podcast about tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs) like Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder. Get in touch by sending us a text message or an email, and find out more about us at https://tychostales.com…
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6 MAJOR Harry Potter Characters Just Got CONFIRMED for the HBO Series (BREAKING)
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8:35Quick video for you today on the most recent update from HBO which includes their finalized casting decisions for a number of the main actors in season 1 of the Harry Potter TV show, which will be an adaptation of the Philosopher's Stone. Many of these names have been thrown around over the past few months, but few had actually been confirmed. And …
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EPISODE 65: The Journey of Small Publisher Founder Karen Chan, CEO of Gloo Books: Inclusivity in Children's Literature
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20:54Send us a text In this episode of Way-Word Writers, Heather Cashman, Stephanie Bearce, and Nicki Jacobsmeyer welcome Karen Chan, founder of Gloo Books, a children's publishing company dedicated to creating inclusive and compassionate content. Karen discusses her inspiration behind starting Gloo Books, her journey as an entrepreneur and publisher, …
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EPISODE 64: Proposals and Persistence: Unlocking Nonfiction Success with Author Nicki Jacobsmeyer
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39:09Send us a text In this episode of Way-Word Writers, hosts Heather Cashman, Stephanie Bearce, and guest Nicki Jacobsmeyer delve into the world of nonfiction book proposals. They discuss the intricate process of selling a book before it's written, specifically focusing on adult nonfiction. Nicki, who has successfully sold several nonfiction works, sh…
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S17:09: Disillusionment Arc in Storytelling: A Powerful Tool for Character Growth
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19:26Understand the Disillusionment Arc in storytelling, a powerful journey portraying human growth through confronting stark realities.By K.M. Weiland
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The BIGGEST Problem with a Black Snape (That Nobody Is Talking About)
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10:31Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. I made a video a couple of weeks ago discussing the recent casting for Severus Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter HBO series..And let's just say there were some strong opinions... In fact, that video got over THREE THOUSAND COMMENTS- and the basic gist of the conversation was this: people really care about who plays …
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Shin's Sad Backstory Revealed in Sakamoto Days
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1:06:41Sakamoto Days wraps up a mini-arc all about Shin and the secret behind his psychic powers. There's also a new conspiracy cooking in Apothecary Diaries when the Empress Dowager asks Maomao for a favor!
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