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Creating Magic

From creators to collectors, fans to friends, cosplayers to crafters, Creating Magic Podcast lets you meet the people who make fandoms so special. Listeners will hear about what inspires these fans to share their love of nerd culture, especially within the Wizarding World. But Creating Magic is not limited by genre! It celebrates the people that love fandom, and crosses over into Star Wars, Disney, and any other community that people love.
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A Court of Mist and Fury

From creators to collectors, fans to friends, cosplayers to crafters, Creating Magic Podcast lets you meet the people who make fandoms so special. Listeners will hear about what inspires these fans to share their love of nerd culture. Paula, Dani, Angel and Rudy react to reading A Court of Mists and Fury by Sarah J Maas

Mar 14, 20241 hr 26 min

Strangers on the Internet

From creators to collectors, fans to friends, cosplayers to crafters, Creating Magic Podcast lets you meet the people who make fandoms so special. Listeners will hear about what inspires these fans to share their love of nerd culture. Paula, Dani and Amy discuss finding friendship in fandom and meeting internet friends in real life.

Feb 29, 20241 hr 3 min

Lord of the Rings in Concert

Creating Magic attended Lord of the Rings in Concert at the Dr. Phillips Center. It was the first time Paula watched Lord of the Rings, join Paula, Dani and Nicolette as they discuss the experience and all things Hobbit.

Feb 15, 20241 hr 4 min

A Court of Thorns and Roses

Paula and Dani are joined by Angel as they discuss A Court of Thorns and Roses. Spoilers for Book 1 Only.

Feb 01, 202455 min

Welcome to 2024!

Creating Magic is back and ready to kick off 2024! Paula and Dani have been planning out what the year will bring and are excited to share a little of that with you

Jan 18, 202431 min

2023 Holiday Gift Guide

It's here! The 2023 Annual Holiday Gift Guide! Paula and Dani discuss their favorite books, items on their wishlists from the Wizarding World and beyond, as well as multiple experiences across the globe that will make the perfect gift for the nerds in your life.

Nov 16, 202351 minSeason 4Ep. 22

Merry Magical Market

November 10-12, 2023 is the Merry Magical Market an online pin convention and we have all the details with Stina (Laserbrain Patch Co), Nikki (Sunset Road Co) and Dylan (Oddment and Tweak). Find out all about the weekend and get ready to join the pin community for a fantastic holiday event. Find out all the details at www.wondrouswizardweekend.com

Nov 09, 202339 minSeason 4Ep. 21

A Harry Potter Weekend in Dallas

Paula, Trisha and Dani recap their weekend in Dallas of attending the Forbidden Forest Experience and an interiew with Alan Skott from Fever, Cineconcerts Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in concert and the Dallas Arboretum. Thank you to Forbidden Forest, Cineconcerts and the Dallas Arboretum for inviting us.

Nov 07, 202351 minSeason 4Ep. 20

Con*Quest Journal Waiting for the Night

Paula and Dani are joined by Shelley of Con*Quest Journal as we talk about their newest micro-brand and reading journal, Waiting for the Night available at conquestjournal.com. Use code "creatingmagic" for 10% off your order.

Oct 20, 202353 minSeason 4Ep. 19

Ahsoka

Jordan and Russell have returned to join Dani and Paula and discuss Season 1 of Ahsoka. From the long time fan who has read it all, to the casual fan this episode covers it all. We also want to note that we stand with all the SAG-AFTRA members as the continue their fight.

Oct 05, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 4Ep. 18

Leakycon Live: Can you hear me now? A Podcast Panel

Dani and Paula, Sarah from First Years, Bess from WZRD and Julianna from Into the Fold podcast bring you the live recording from Leakycon Chicago 2023 all about podcasting, building a community and finding the people that support you.

Sep 07, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 4Ep. 16

Leakycon Chicago Recap!

Join Paula, Dani, Anna and Nat as we talk about our Leakycon experience, from our first time to our 5th we talk about all things Leakycon, from panels to pin shopping, meet ups and everything in between

Aug 31, 202354 minSeason 4Ep. 15

The Cauldron Pub with Matt

Join Dani as she speaks with Matt, the co-founder and CEO of the Cauldron company and then Paula and Dani as they recap their experience at the Cauldron Chicago. If you are planning to book your trip to the Cauldron use code DM_Potions for a discount!

Aug 25, 202331 minSeason 4Ep. 14

Live from Leakycon: Confidence through Cosplay

Recorded live at Leakycon Chicago, August 4, 2023 Dani, Paula, Hannah and Zack talk all things cosplay, geting started, finding/building/resourcing cosplays, dealing with self doubt and finding the space to feel comfortable in your own skin.

Aug 17, 202351 minSeason 4Ep. 13

Where in the Wizarding World?

On todays episode we are joined by Imana, co-author of the Unofficial Harry Potter Vegan Cookbook and author of the upcoming Where in the Wizarding World book now available for pre-sale. Learn about Imana's process in creating a book and get some behind the scenes stories.

Jun 29, 202336 minSeason 4Ep. 12

Star Trek with the Russells'

Dani, Russell, and Russell talk about their love of Star Trek, how it started and where it is going. Join them as they discuss Picard, Strange New Worlds and their excitement for what comes next

Jun 15, 202347 minSeason 4Ep. 11

Harry Potter the Exhibition with Tom Zaller

Dani is joined by Tom Zaller, the CEO and President of Imagine Exhibitions, the company behind the Harry Potter Exhibition that recently opened in Paris and New York. Get a behind the scenes look at what goes into creating an exhibition for a massive fandom. Huge thank you to Imagine Exhibitions for inviting us to see the exhibition and relive the Harry Potter movies in a new way.

Jun 01, 202328 minSeason 4Ep. 10

Bridgerton with Ryann and Shanell

Paula and Dani are joined by Ryan and Shanell to discuss Bridgerton and Queen Charlotte. This episode contains spoilers.

May 18, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 4Ep. 9

May the 4th with the Nerdiest Stepdad

Join Dani and Paula as they talk with Ian, the Nerdiest Stepdad about all things Star Wars in celebration of May the 4th as well as his current Mandolorian cosplay build. This is the way.

May 04, 202352 minSeason 4Ep. 8

Literary Ink with Jennifer

Join Paula and Dani as they talk with Jennifer from Mainline Tattoo, and one of the magical people behind Literary Ink. Hear all about what is coming for the future and a recap of this years event.

Apr 20, 202354 minSeason 4Ep. 7

Collecting Pins with Ryann

Paula and Dani are joined by Ryann (they/them) and discuss pin collecting and being a part of the pin community

Apr 06, 202343 minSeason 4Ep. 6

Literary Ink Live: Wizard Rock Panel

The first episode recorded live at Literary Ink with Dani, Geoff from DreamQuaffle and Steph from Tonks and the Aurors where they talk all things Wizard Rock

Mar 23, 202344 min

Mischief Management

Paula and Dani speak with Melissa Anelli, the founder if Mischief Management and Leakycon. In this episode they discuss Leakycon Chicago and its intentional expansion to other fandoms as well the other events that Mischief Management has planned this year.

Mar 09, 202335 minSeason 4Ep. 4

Hogwarts Legacy with Julie

Paula and Dani talk with Julie about her excitement in the lead up to Hogwarts Legacy and her journey on playing and finishing the game. This is a spoiler free episode for those waiting on the release for older consoles.

Feb 23, 202342 minSeason 4Ep. 3

The Collecting Wizard- Hogwarts Legacy

Dani and Paula are joined by Johnny, the Collecting Wizard to talk about his trip to Warner Brothers to test out Hogwarts Legacy and his experience with the game so far. Keep Creating!

Feb 09, 202358 minSeason 4Ep. 2

Creating Magic

Welome to Season 4 of Creating Magic! In this episode we introduce our new co-host and share all the things to expect out of this year! Keep Creating!

Jan 26, 202333 minSeason 4Ep. 1

Magic at Play

Dani is joined by Paula, Ashley and Anna as they discuss Magic at Play the new exhibit in Chicago.

Dec 01, 202241 min

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Join us as we share our favorite small shops, official merch, book recommendations and experiences for you or the Harry Potter fan in your life. You can also find links and coupon codes at www.creatingmagicpodcast.com for all of our holiday gift recommendations

Nov 24, 20221 hr 2 min

Forbidden Forest Experience

Russell, Katie, and Dani discuss their time at the Forbidden Forest Experience in Leesburg, VA Find out more information at hpforbiddenforestexperience.com

Nov 17, 202251 min
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