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 Hogwarts houses. Please be aware that the show contains spoilers from both Winnie the Pooh and the Harry Potter series. Please consider… Read more
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 relationship with Harry, there’s plenty of chances for some classic Dobby impressions, miss! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are… Read more
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 could be improved. Be aware that the episode includes spoilers from the Harry Potter series. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New… Read more
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 Polkisses, but we’ll all make sure to keep him happy with at least 39 presents to celebrate… Read more
He may be mere shadow and vapor! shadow 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’LL GO WRONG, MARK OUR WORDS! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special… Read more
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 includes spoilers from the Harry Potter series. For listeners who may be struggling or need someone to talk to, the National… Read more
Alice and Martha are joined by clinical psychology doctoral candidate Oak Reed (he/him) to discuss ways to combat transphobia and practice self care in difficult times. Important: For any trans listeners who may be experiencing thoughts of self harm or suicide, please contact the Trans Lifeline at 877-565-8860. For more information on the topics discussed… Read more
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 one of the sexiest stargazers in the Wizarding World. We don’t know a whole lot about Firenze’s backstory, but… Read more
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 themselves from these harmful ideologies without fully losing Harry Potter. Jessie, Martha and (sort of) Alice also talk Star Trek, including a mini Sorting Hat… Read more
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 thing Harry would ever want. Is your Remembrall glowing red? If so… sorry, we have no idea why, either!… Read more
