The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling

The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling is an audio documentary that examines some of the most contentious conflicts of our time through the life and career of the world’s most successful author. In conversation with host Megan Phelps-Roper, J.K. Rowling speaks with unprecedented candor and depth about the controversies surrounding her—from book bans to debates on gender and sex. The series also examines the forces propelling this moment in history, through interviews with Rowling’s supporters and critics, journalists, historians, clinicians, and more.
Season 1
Hosts & Guests
Let us always listen with empathy
26 Mar
I have never left a review for anything before but was really moved by this podcast. Let us always listen with empathy, regardless of our views, and have the integrity to discuss them calmly.
Recommend listening
15 Mar
So glad I listened to this podcast. It tries to bring a balance to the conversation.
Well balanced
17 Feb
One of the best podcasts I’ve listened to in a while. Well balanced and insightful. Fascinating interviews from start to finish.
Meh
21 Feb
The interviewer is very happy to simply have J K on the podcast and for this reason doesn’t challenge her views enough. Furthermore, the fact that only one episode of the seven is given to the trans side of the argument I think speaks volumes to the bias. The parts about the history of the internet, tumblr, how this seeps into the mainstream press etc were enjoyable and interesting. But overall I think the interviewer was way too soft and this is the reason for the low review.
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