On this week's episode, we pay tribute to Robbie Coltrane, whose iconic role as Rubeus Hagrid made him beloved to costars and fans alike. Chapter-by-Chapter continues as we take flight with Harry in his first Quidditch match and explore the halls of Hogwarts beneath the Invisibility Cloak.
We remember Robbie Coltrane, the beloved actor who played Hagrid ... Show More
Sep 3
Analyzing the NEW 'Philosopher's Stone' TV Show Trailer!
Choo Choo! We’re truly headed Back to Hogwarts, as a new trailer for HBO Max's Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone TV Show is here! We break it down scene-by-scene, spot familiar faces, point out the book-to-TV loyalty, and question what's going on in some exciting-looking s ... Show More
58m 29s
Aug 26
Albus The Book Banner? (DH Chapter 6, 'The Ghoul in Pajamas')
This week, make sure you know the difference between spattergroit and spaghetti, because we're squeezing the family ghoul into a pair of Ron's old pajamas. Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura as they dodge wedding chores from Mrs. Weasley and get a crash-course in destroying Horcr ... Show More
52m 15s
Aug 19
Ear Today, Gone Tomorrow (DH Chapter 5, 'Fallen Warrior')
This week, avoid using your most obvious spells and be careful who you let through the door! A stressful battle with Death Eaters has left Harry and co. on edge during our Chapter-by-chapter reread. Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura for this holey harrowing readthrough. Chapter- ... Show More
57m 25s
Oct 2022
10 Things You NEVER Knew about Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane Tribute) - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be discussing Rubeus Hagrid- played by the late and great Robbie Coltrane. For those unaware, Robbie Coltrane, who famously played Rubeus Hagrid, tragically passed recently at the age of 72. Coltrane, who had been fighting poor ... Show More
11m 8s
Jun 2018
‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,’ Ch. 1-5 | Harry Potter
The Ringer’s Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion discuss the first five chapters of 'Sorcerer's Stone' and the theme of discovery (11:31), delve into the Gringotts Wizarding bank (1:03:01), list seven of their favorite insights and observations from the chapters (1:10:33), and awa ... Show More
1h 22m
Nov 2023
Chapter 11: Quidditch | Philosopher's Stone
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 11 of the Philosopher’s Stone and discuss broomsticks, the connection between Quidditch and the House Cup, Hogwarts textbooks, the teachers lounge, Fluffy’s bite, Oliver’s speech, Lee’s commentary and other details of Harry’s first Quiddit ... Show More
1h 2m
Oct 2023
Chapter 4: The Keeper of the Keys | Philosopher's Stone
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 4 of the Philosopher’s Stone and discuss Hagrid’s entrance, his umbrella/wand, the use of “squashy” throughout the series, Lily doing magic at home, the original Order, and Hagrid’s coat.Relevant Links:Name of the Wind - https://en.wikiped ... Show More
48m 59s
Oct 2023
Chapter 5: Diagon Alley | Philosopher's Stone
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 4 of the Philosopher’s Stone and discuss wizarding currency, Hagrid’s method of travel, Gringotts underground, people recognizing Harry, Quirrell’s innocuous intro, meeting Malfoy, wand details, hamburgers, and the Invisibility Cloak. Have ... Show More
1h 13m
Aug 2024
Chapter 9: Grim Defeat | Prisoner of Azkaban (feat. Mike Schubert)
Join J, Ben and Mike as they dive into Chapter 9 of the Prisoner of Azkaban and discuss the slumber party, Sirius’ disguise, Snape and Dumby’s “sneaky” convo, who the Fat Lady was, the Quidditch strategies, Snape teaching DADA, magical food, Lucius being a golf guy, and Dementors ... Show More
1h 32m
Dec 2023
Chapter 12: The Mirror of Erised | Philosopher's Stone
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 12 of the Philosopher’s Stone and discuss the snowballs hitting Voldemort, Malfoy’s taunting tactics, Hagrid dragging in the trees, points system, Christmas decorations, wizards’ chess, Harry’s gifts, the Christmas feast, the mirror, Pever ... Show More
1h 26m