Alice and Martha return to their discussion of Dumbledore's questionable decision-making, from his hiring Lockhart, to his keeping Hogwarts open during a pandemic-like situation, to his inability to crack the case on the Chamber of Secrets. Not to mention the biggest question mark of all -- what Dumbledore does on a daily basis. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don...
Jul 12, 2020•1 hr 14 min
Most of the Real Weirdos so far haven't got an ounce of logic, but oooh, Harry, it's finally time to talk about a female character! Martha and Alice are back to discuss everyone's favorite lovable know-it-all in the first two books. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode!...
Jul 06, 2020•1 hr 32 min
It's time to discuss Wood, who is not a cane to be used on Harry, but a ruddy good keeper who goes on to play for Pride of Portree (nah, it was Puddlemere United). That means it's also time for SPORTS HOUR with Alice and Martha! And this is NO time to be a gentleman, we'll knock you off your brooms if we have to. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to sub...
Jun 28, 2020•1 hr 14 min
It's time to discuss another unproblematic hero of the series! Alice and Martha discuss Draco's sweet disposition and his inclusive value system, as they are clearly established in the first two books. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode!...
Jun 22, 2020•1 hr 23 min
The two biggest Snape stans / apologists convene to praise this amazing, heroic character! Alice and Martha discuss Snape's vast repertoire of talents, from his Potions ingenuity, to his logic skills, to his passion for refereeing Quidditch. And nothing is as impressive as his classroom management! There's no question about it, this professor is Mature and a Real Adult! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special t...
Jun 15, 2020•1 hr 10 min
Bee in your bonnet? We'll eat ourselves if you can find a smarter podcast than this! Alice and Martha discuss everything Sorting Hat, from the original intent of the hat, to the houses that get the short end of the stick, to the Sorting Hat's questionable sentience. Branched out a bit, haven't we? Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our sh...
Jun 01, 2020•1 hr 30 min
Alice and Martha have dirt on their noses and corned beef sandwiches packed for the first leg of the journey through Ron's character. Even though he keeps busy mooching off his rich friends and dutifully tending Norbert, Ron still gets really good marks, and most importantly, he's a wizard chess savant! (That part will be VERY significant later in the series). Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics show...
May 25, 2020•1 hr 22 min
Gray morals, silver eyes... it's time to talk about one of the most complex minor characters of the series, "Garrick" Ollivander. From his passive aggressive digs at Gregorovitch to his obsession with listing wand stats, there's plenty to discuss. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode!...
May 18, 2020•1 hr 29 min
He may have a big mouth, but his heart is even bigger. Budge up, yeh great lump, It's time to discuss everyone's favorite gentle giant, Ru-BAE-us Hagrid! Oh happee dae! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don't forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode!
May 10, 2020•1 hr 42 min
Put on your Smeltings best and get ready to hum “Tiptoe Through the Tulips,” because it’s time to “shake ‘em off, shake ‘em off.” That’s right, we are here to talk about one of the most perfectly normal characters ever created — Vernon Dursley, Howard’s uncle. Stay tuned for Part 2: this episode focuses solely on Vernon’s arc in Sorcerer’s Stone and Chamber of Secrets. And try not to ruin any of our punchlines. Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episod...
May 04, 2020•1 hr 27 min
Alice and Martha analyze Dumbledore's arc in the first book, from his taste for lemon drops (LOL!) to his short-lived obsession with music. Before we begin, we would like to say a few words. And here they are: Nitwit! Blubber! Oddment! Tweak! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters New episodes are released every Monday and special topics shows are released periodically. Don't forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode!...
Apr 27, 2020•2 hr 3 min
Alice and Martha walk through the history of the podcast and discuss plans for the new direction of the show. Thank you all for sticking with us for the past four years, and we hope you will continue to listen as we move to this next stage! Don't forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you never miss an episode! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters .
Mar 18, 2020•1 hr 41 min
All is well as Alice and Martha round out the final official book club episode. Albus Severus, Little Scorpius, Victoire, and the rest of the gang head off to Hogwarts, and how satisfying it is to know that this is the final moment of the series, the last we'll see of these characters! This may be the final book club episode, but the podcast is far from over! Stay tuned for later this week, when we will announce our plans going forward. Don't forget to subscribe to our show to make sure you neve...
Mar 15, 2020•1 hr 2 min
It's all come down to this: after all, neither can live while the other survives. Put simply, Harry got to the wand weeks ago; Tom Riddle is too late. This penultimate chapter of the series has wandlore, new theories, and one final Peeves impression. And don't forget that Slytherin House played its part (for better or for worse...). Please consider supporting us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/realweirdsisters . Spoiler warning! Please be aware that our show contains spoilers for events which take p...
Mar 08, 2020•2 hr 13 min
The Real Weird Sisters review the movie of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone with special guests Tim Ahlin (@shutuptim) and Paul Asleson (@paulasleson). Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Please subscribe to our show! Book club episodes are released every Monday.
Aug 08, 2016•2 hr 36 min
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter three of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Please subscribe to our show! Book club episodes are released every Monday.
Apr 25, 2016•45 min
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter two of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Please subscribe to our show! Book club episodes are released every Monday.
Apr 18, 2016•49 min
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) recap chapter one of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Be aware that the show may contain spoilers for events which take place later in the series. Please subscribe to our show! Book club episodes are released every Monday.
Apr 11, 2016•51 min
The Real Weird Sisters (Alice and Martha) tell about their Harry Potter fandom and what you can expect from their forthcoming podcast. Please subscribe to our show! Our first book club episode (Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Chapter 1: "The Boy Who Lived") will be released on Monday, April 11, 2016.
Mar 29, 2016•16 min
