Podcast Episodes

[Tom] Riddle Me this: The origin story of a pick me

Season 2 Episode 1

In this episode of Critical Magic Theory, we begin our deep dive into the origins of Lord Voldemort by unpacking the complexities of Tom Riddle Jr. P…

1 year, 4 months ago

Prof Responds- The Pureblood Showdown

With chaos, controversy, and critical insight, Professor Julian Wamble dives into the passionate post-episode discussion following the Pure-Blood Sho…

1 year, 4 months ago

It's a Pureblood Showdown: The Best, The Worst, and Everything in Between

Season 1 Episode 27

BUST OUT YOUR YEARBOOKS!! It's time for the best and worst of the Purebloods! In this episode of Critical Magic Theory, we wrap up our epic 14-month …

1 year, 5 months ago

Prof Responds: LAVENDER BROWN

In this special mini-episode of Critical Magic Theory, Professor Julian Wamble introduces a new segment: Prof Responds. This segment is designed to c…

1 year, 5 months ago

Lavender Brown: Messy? Maligned? or Misunderstood?

Season 1 Episode 26

Through a mix of critical analysis, and a healthy dose of chaos, Professor Wamble and Cassie (one of the Patreon “chronic overthinkers,”) reconsider …

1 year, 5 months ago

Merope Gaunt and the space between victimhood & villainy

Season 1 Episode 25

TW: DV and SA are discussed in this episode.

Can a villain also be a victim? Embark on a journey through the layered narrative of Merope Gaunt, the e…

1 year, 6 months ago

Poverty, Power, and the Paradox of the Gaunts

Season 1 Episode 24

Join us as we unpack the paradoxical realities of the Gaunt family in the Harry Potter universe. Discover how Marvolo and Morfin Gaunt's fierce dedic…

1 year, 6 months ago

Luna Lovegood's Path to Authenticity, Courage, and Friendship

Season 1 Episode 23

What if you could navigate life with unapologetic authenticity? Discover how Luna Lovegood exemplifies this bold approach, as we explore her fascinat…

1 year, 7 months ago

Cedric Diggory: Not a Hero, but a Champion

Season 1 Episode 22

Our latest episode of Critical Magic Theory dives headlong into the enigmatic nature of Cedric Diggory from the Harry Potter series. Join us for an i…

1 year, 7 months ago

The Ministers’ Manipulative Ministrations

Season 1 Episode 21

What if the key to understanding the wizarding world's political chaos lies in the flawed leadership of Cornelius Fudge and Rufus Scrimgeour? This ep…

1 year, 8 months ago