A Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff Examine the World of Harry Potter
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Transport, Treats, and Magical Robin Hood
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria discuss different types of travel and their favorite foods in the Wizarding world. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Anniversaries, Shady Deals, and Tiara Solutions
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria reflect back on the start of the Dwelling on Dreams podcast and take a look at some of the questionable ethics their favorite characters had during wartime. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Theories, Half-Kneazles, and Oompa Loompa Managers
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria rank and discuss fan theories! Tune in to hear some creative scenarios and see if you agree with their rankings. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Lies, Goblins, and TV Reboots
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria follow up their previous Niffler's Gold segment with new questions to discuss. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Ramblings, Family Magic, and Mandrake Babies
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria start off Season 3 by going back to the inspiration for the Dwelling on Dreams podcast with a free-form discussion on surprise topics. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Inconsistencies, Cinematic Changes, and Bloody Socks
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria wrap up Season 2 of Dwelling on Dreams by finishing their two-part series on things from the Harry Potter books and movies that just don't make sense! Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Plotholes, Blast-Ended Skrewts, and Bloodowls
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria break down some elements of the Wizarding World (in the Harry Potter books) that just...don't make logical sense! Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Ministers, Media, and Beetle Populations
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria examine the role media outlets play in the Harry Potter series, discuss the "death" of journalism, and look back on (in)famous Ministers for Magic. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Generals, Ethics, and Wandering Racoons
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria continue their exposition of Dumbledore by discussing the darker sides of his character. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Headmasters, Supreme Mugwumps, and Upended Plans
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria examine the better aspects of Albus Dumbledore in the first of a two-part series. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Allegories, Hypocrites, and Infant Dark Lords
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria discuss the relationship between Voldemort and Severus Snape, explore how Snape was able to play double agent for so long, and highlight a very interesting fan theory. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Spies, Princes, and Sarcastic Quips
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria continue their discussion on Severus Snape's character- highlighting the more positive aspects of his personality. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Potion Masters, Prejudices, and Life-long Obsessions
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This week, Taylor and Victoria start their mini series on Severus Snape. Taking a deep dive into his character and motivations, this week's episode focuses more on the "bad" elements of his personality. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Tasks, Transitions, and Rising Death Tolls
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria explore the characters of Viktor Krum and Fleur Delacour while taking a closer look at the Triwizard Tournament. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Halloweens, Death Days, and Framing Devices
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In this Halloween-themed episode, Taylor and Victoria explore the big events that happen in Harry's life on Halloween each year and face off in a themed trivia challenge. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Friendships, Leaders, and Alternate Realities Pt.2
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria continue their discussion on the workings of the "Golden Trio" by exploring some "What If" scenarios about their relationship. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Friendships, Leaders, and Alternate Realities Pt.1
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria examine the "Golden Trio" relationship - how it evolves over time and the impact it has on Harry, Ron, and Hermione. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Screenplays, Portkeys, and the Roaring Twenties
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria discuss various means of Wizarding travel! They also explore the Fantastic Beasts series — was it a wise move on JK Rowling's part to choose the timeframe and characters she did? Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Centaurs, Creatures, and Muggle Myths
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria examine some little-discussed creatures of the Wizarding world like centaurs, chimeras, merpeople, vampires, and yetis. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Girlfriends, Crushes, and Dramatic First Kisses
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria examine Ginny Weasley- both the Ginny of the book series and the Ginny of the movie series. They talk about the different portrayals in these two mediums and also discuss how her relationship with Harry evolves over the years. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Dursleys, Dementors, and Occasional Christmas Cards
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria celebrate Dwelling on Dreams podcast's 1-year anniversary by exploring the relationship between the Dursleys (specifically Dudley) and Harry. They also discuss the history of dementors in the Wizarding World. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Disguises, Espionage, and Magical Waterfalls
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria test their knowledge in their third "Books and Cleverness" segment and discuss the various magical means of concealment used in the Wizarding World. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Graveyards, Champions, and Innocence Lost
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria explore events that happened at the end of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, most notably how the death of Cedric Diggory and the resurrection of Voldemort had lasting repercussions for the rest of the series. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Time-Turners, Cursed Children, and Research Ethics
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria explore how time travel works in the Harry Potter series and ask the following questions: "Is it good to push boundaries for advancement's sake? Or are some things better off left alone?" Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Hallows, Rivalries, and Petulant Personalities
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In the first episode of Season 2, Taylor and Victoria finish their series on the Deathly Hallows by discussing the Elder Wand and its importance to the Harry Potter series. They also examine the character of Draco Malfoy - was he really as similar to Harry as people like to claim? Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Cloaks, Parents, and Anime Transformations
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In the Season 1 finale episode, Taylor and Victoria continue their series on the Deathly Hallows by examining the history and function of the Invisibility Cloak. They also discuss parental role models that are shown in the series and how those impacted Harry growing up. Season 2 begins June 2020! Support the show…
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Afterlives, Resurrections, and Convoluted Plots
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria examine the Resurrection Stone and the afterlife in the Harry Potter series in the first of a (loose) 3-part series on the Deathly Hallows. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Werewolves, Worldviews, and Spiritous Apparitions - Part 2
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria finish their in-depth discussion on Remus Lupin by examining his relationship with Tonks and his attitude towards his condition. Were Remus and Tonks the best fit for each other? Does Remus sometimes use his condition as a cop-out when making hard life decisions? Tune in and see! Support the show…
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Werewolves, Worldviews, and Spiritous Apparitions - Part 1
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria take a deep dive into the character of Remus Lupin. How did his condition affect his relationships, his choices, and his worldview? Was he a tragic character or a professional moper? Stay tuned next time for Part 2 of this discussion! Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Chess Players, Loyalties, and Blue Ministry Robes
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria wish a Happy Birthday to Ron Weasley and take a closer look into how his character was utilized in the Harry Potter series. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Lovegoods, Patronuses, and Intellectual Arrogance
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria explore the concept of the Patronus and discuss Luna Lovegood. More specifically, what purpose did her character serve for the series? Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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House Sortings, Delusions, and Unqualified Professors
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria answer some frequently asked questions about the Sorting Hat and how the series would have been changed if Harry hadn't been sorted into Gryffindor. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Legacies, Diseases, and Aging Death Eaters
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria compare the decline of two very different pure-blooded lineages in the Harry Potter series. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Dark Lords, Prisons, and Battering Rams
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria examine their favorite baddie- Tom Marvolo Riddle Jr. Was he born evil or were his choices the deciding factor in his story? How was his campaign different from that of Grindelwald? Why did Dumbledore say that Voldemort had to die? Tune in to find out! Support the show…
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Guardians, Christmases, and Tropical Getaways
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria discuss what could have happened if Sirius had been exonerated and therefore able to claim full guardianship of Harry at Christmas. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Saviors, Hormones, and Portrait Conspiracies
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria engage in a trivia face-off and discuss Harry Potter as a character. What is the difference between book-Harry and movie-Harry? Are there any? Is Harry particularly intelligent or powerful? Or are his victories more due to manipulations and luck? Is Harry a reliable narrator for this series? Support the show…
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Longbottoms, Blood Curses, and Roguish Earrings
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria wish Bill Weasley a Happy Birthday and discuss Neville Longbottom's impact on the Harry Potter series, how the series would have been different if Neville had been the Boy Who Lived, and the relationship between himself, his grandmother, and his parents. Support the show…
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Snidgets, Bets, and Queerditch Marsh
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria celebrate the start of Quidditch season! Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Ghosts, Feasts, and Snargaluff Pods
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In this Halloween-inspired episode, Taylor and Victoria take a deeper look at some of their favorite Hogwarts ghosts. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Diaries, Rituals, and Staff Room Wars
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria discuss Horcrux theories - how they are created, their impact on the soul/body, and possible accidental Horcruxes that were created and never discussed in the Harry Potter series. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Shops, Wands, and Basilisk Horns
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria discuss some of the finer points of wand making, Ollivander as a "morally gray" character, and the importance of the twin cores in Harry and Voldemort's wands. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Bookworms, Thunderbirds, and Childhood Fears
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria play some trivia in honor of Hermione's birthday, and talk about their personal journeys with the Harry Potter series & their Hogwarts/ Ilvermorny houses. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Classes, Clubs, and Weekend Seminars
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria discuss classes they would have liked to have seen in the Hogwarts curriculum and examine Dumbledore as a Headmaster. Did he have the best interests of the student body in mind when making decisions? Or did he use his position as Headmaster as a way to accomplish his personal ambitions? Support the show…
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Twins, Runes, and Ballpoint Pens
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In this episode, Taylor and Victoria examine the limits of magical theory in the Wizarding World and the effect that the Weasley twins' inventions had on Wizarding culture. Support the showDoor Taylor Anderson & Victoria Sparkman
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Dreams, Mirrors, and Seven Cursed Diamonds
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In the first episode of Dwelling on Dreams, Taylor (a Ravenclaw) and Victoria (a Hufflepuff) examine the Mirror of Erised; its purpose, the role it plays in the first book, and what it taught them about some of the main characters in Harry Potter's world. They also discuss their vision for starting a Harry Potter podcast, and pay tribute to the wom…
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