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Feb 2021
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The problem with more Harry Potter | Wha...

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When news broke of a possible Harry Potter TV series, not everyone seemed excited. Why J.K. Rowling’s transphobic statements are tarnishing the series’ legacy and making fans question the characters’ meaning and influence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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