Fictionally Speaking: Harry Potter

Adrienne and Annamarie
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Welcome to Fictionally Speaking! Adrienne and Annamarie invite you into their cozy crazy corner of the literary world. Annamarie will be reading these books for the first time--exciting! Join them as they dive deep into exciting page-turners, reminisce over classics, connect books to their favorite artist and all other things fictional. With a blend of fun, insightful commentary, and the occasional controversial hot topics, Adrienne and Annamarie make every conversation feel like a yap session with your best bookish besties. New episodes every Wednesday!

  1. May 30

    045: Harry Potter Wrap Up Part 1

    IT’S TIMEEEEE! Get ready for a magical ride with Adrienne and Annamarie as they discuss and explore the whimsical world of Harry Potter in Part 1 of their Harry Potter Wrap Up!!! Gushing and discussing about all the things they love from world-building, enchanting creatures to secret house passwords, they dive into the series' themes of found family, choice versus destiny, and the thrill of power and betrayal. Plus, they answer your burning questions submitted in the Harry Potter Part 1 wrap-up! Whether you're a daring Gryffindor or a loyal Hufflepuff, this episode promises to spark joy and new insights. Join the fun and share your thoughts on this magical journey! Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:20 The Worldbuilding 38:50 Good v. Evil 51:30 The Golden Trio 57:22 Dumbledore's Army 01:00:54 The Weasleys 01:06:18 The Dursleys 01:08:22 The Marauders 01:12:37 The Order of The Phoenix 01:15:54 Characters To Relate and Aspire To 01:24:18 Choice v Destiny 01:33:06 Time Travel 01:36:20 Sorting Into Houses 01:39:16 Power, Pride, Greed, Corruption, Betrayal 02:11:59 Favorite Villains 02:16:53 Side Quests

    2h 23m

  2. May 23

    044: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Chapters 33-36 + Epilogue)

    WE’VE MADE IT! Join Adrienne and Annamarie for a magical finale as they wrap up their Harry Potter adventure and Annamarie’s first time reading ALL the HP books with chapters 33-36 and the epilogue of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! Dive into Snape's infamous and quite telling…flashbacks, process Dumbledore's jaw-dropping confession, and clutch your pearls as Harry embraces his destiny. Together, let’s witness the thrill of the Battle of Hogwarts and uncover the true master of the Elder Wand as we culminate the end of our time at Hogwarts aaaaand perhaps grab a sandwich afterwards?  MASSIVE thank you for being part of this enchanting journey, and a special shoutout to all our amazing guests who made it unforgettable! 🩷 It’s not over til it’s over, stay tuned for our wrap up episodes + special BONUS episode coming soon! 👀🤭 Chapters: 00:00 Intro 04:00 The Beginning of The End 06:41 Snape Spills The Tea 19:41 The Marauders and Snape 30:27 Dumbledore: A Mastermind 44:45 Walking To Your Death. Yikes. 46:44 I Open At The Close 51:59 The Centaurs: A Callback 53:35 At A Crossroads In Life: Platform 9 3/4 01:05:59 A (Different) Mother's Love 01:09:35 Neville: A True Gryffindor 01:13:50 The Battle of Hogwarts: The Final Jam 01:21:41 The Elder Wand's True Master 01:28:12 The End of an Era, The Start of an Age 01:36:13 One Name Away From Tearing The Epilogue Out 01:43:41 Final Thoughts and Ratings 01:46:52 Character Awards 01:55:16 Lightning Bolt Moments 01:57:04 Muggle Wishes 01:58:10 Wand (Mic) Drop 02:11:02 Swift Corner 02:43:09 Outro

    2h 45m

  3. May 15

    043: Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows (Chapters 26-32)

    Are you really friends if you aren't willing to commit crimes together? Clearly, the bar is set SKY HIGH (preferably via dragon). Get ready for a magical ride with Adrienne and Annamarie as they explore the action-packed chapters 26-32 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! Buckle up for a wild escape from Gringotts on a half-blind dragon, uncover the real unabridged version of The Life and Lies Albus Dumbledore, and join the thrilling hunt for the final horcruxes back at Hogwarts. Familiar faces pop up, and the Battle of Hogwarts will have you on the edge of your seat with its epic intensity -- and crying, probably. (it's still processing for some of our hosts) Thank you for joining us on this enchanting journey, Noodles! Stay tuned for the final Harry Potter chapters—more magic and mayhem await! Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:03 Initial Thoughts 08:19 Will Hermione Be Snubbed? 10:00 A Heist and A Fiery Escape 23:18 Sometimes You Just Gotta Laugh 24:58 Do I Have To Do Everything Myself?! 29:49 The Real Life And Lies of Albus Dumbledore 49:51 NEVILLE 53:39 If Only The Hogwarts Students Knew 56:26 Harry and Cho 2.0 58:39 Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff Common Rooms 01:01:22 PROF MCG! 01:04:37 The Professors Unite 01:06:39 The Gang's Back Together 01:07:58 Harry's Tamlin Tendencies With Ginny 01:11:00 The Prodigal Son Returns 01:14:07 We Fight For Hogwarts! 01:22:23 Hufflepuff's Cup 01:25:41 Callbacks 01:26:33 The Kiss 01:27:59 The Diadem 01:29:19 Harry's Mercy 01:32:40 We Lose A King 01:34:53 Back To The Shrieking Shack 01:38:10 Ron's Alternative End 01:41:22 Final Thoughts 01:42:54 Character Awards 01:50:42 Lightning Bolt Moments 01:56:00 Muggle Wishes 01:57:24 Wand (Mic) Drop 02:12:26 Side Quests 02:16:16 Outro

    2h 17m

  4. May 9

    042: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Chapters 19-25) (ft. Murph @murphs.library)

    Prepare for a magical adventure as Adrienne and Annamarie join forces with the delightful Murph @murphs.library! Together, they explore the thrilling chapters 19 to 25 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. The gang is back, tackling Ron's epic and very telling...? battle with the Horcrux, unraveling the mysteries of the Deathly Hallows, tuning into the wizarding world's favorite broadcast, Potterwatch, and more! Plus, gather alongside as they take a moment to honor their favorite house elf and his heroic sacrifice. Expect laughter, surprises, and a sprinkle of magic as our hosts inch closer and closer into the end of the series. As always, thanks for joining us on this spellbinding journey—your support is as magical as a Patronus! eeee!! Chapters: 00:00 Intro 06:04 Guest Intro: Murph aka @murphs.library 14:35 Initial Thoughts 17:13 Voldy Turned This Movie Rated R 25:49 Out of Love, Out of Habit 29:07 Near Death Flexi Tape Saves The Day 33:04 Plimpies 37:00 The Tale of The Three Brothers 51:20 Death 53:46 Death Is My Homie -- Harry, Probably 58:52 Potterwatch 01:04:28 Malfoy Manor 01:11:23 Dobby to the Rescue 01:13:39 Wormtail's Mercy Is His Demise 01:16:44 Dobby Is A Free Elf 01:19:52 Harry's Resolve and Leadership 01:22:01 Harry's Not Like The Other Girls 01:25:13 #ElderWandConfirmed 01:27:18 Goblin Politics 01:31:56 A Baby (Annamarie Debuts On Broadway) 01:34:20 Final Thoughts 01:36:44 Character Awards 01:43:25 Lightning Bolt Moments 01:47:08 Muggle Wishes 01:50:41 Wand (Mic) Drop 02:02:21 Thank You Murph! 02:03:27 Side Quests 02:10:02 Harry Potter TV Show Trailer Reaction 02:17:44 Outro

    2h 19m

  5. May 2

    041: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Chapters 12-18)

    Ministry mishaps. Ron seeks snacks. Harry and Hermione got each other's back. Voldemort sneak attack! Get ready for a magical ride with Adrienne and Annamarie as they dive into the wild world of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Chapters 12-18! In this episode, they tackle the epic Ministry infiltration, the trio's camping trip from hell, and the thrilling escapades of our hosts' favorite duo, Harry and Hermione (H Squared for short). Discover the secrets of Godric's Hollow and get the juicy inside scoop from Rita Skeeter about Dumbledore's mysterious past. It's a spellbinding adventure packed with laughs, surprises, and all the wizarding drama you love! Hey, noodle squad! Don't forget to share the love, rate us, and drop a comment! As always, thanks for tuning in! 🎧 Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:45 Initial Thoughts 07:04 Kreacher Does The Cooking, The Cleaning 09:20 Our Sassy Friend, Phineas 11:08 Snape: The Headmaster 12:36 Voldy's Outlook Calendar 14:54 A Magical Heist 18:29 The Rise of the Pure Blood Regime 20:02 Umbridge's Disneyland 28:13 Hermione's Patronus 32:01 No One To Eat All This Food 34:55 Let's Go Camping Guys! 39:03 Where's The Wand? 40:14 Ron, Maybe You Should Do The Cooking and Cleaning 46:26 The Goblins Don't Want To Be In This Group Project 52:07 Propaganda During War 55:12 If Rusting My Sparkling Summer Was The Goal 01:10:48 It's You and Me: Miss Americana and The Heartbreak Prince 01:15:29 My Hand Was The One You Reached For 01:19:51 Where Your Treasure Is, There Will Your Heart Be Also 01:21:22 In This Life And Beyond 01:25:34 A Horror Movie Interlude 01:28:31 Rewind: October 31, 1981 01:30:01 The Stakes Are High, The Water's Rough 01:37:34 Friends To Lovers to Rivals 01:39:27 I Know He Loved You 01:47:47 The Elephant In The Room 01:53:54 Final Thoughts 01:55:31 Character Awards 02:00:24 Lightning Bolt Moments 02:03:02 Muggle Wishes 02:04:21 Wand (Mic) Drop 02:10:02 Side Quests 02:14:48 Outro

    2h 16m

  6. Apr 23

    040: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Chapters 1 - 11) (ft. Eve @evie_liebling)

    Join Adrienne, Annamarie, and wonderful friend of the pod, Eve, as they dive into the beginning of the end with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, chapters 1-11! Set the scene with Voldemort's chilling meeting, witness the Dursleys' oddly heartwarming departure, and take a shot of polyjuice potion as we set on the wild ride of the Seven Potters. From fights in the sky to some heartbreaking goodbyes, there’s still some hope as we celebrate love at Bill and Fleur's wedding, where hot gossip and secrets abound! Lastly, grab your beaded bags, deluminators, and snitches as we read Dumbledore's  will and embark on the trio's thrilling final adventure. This episode is packed with friendship, bravery, and a sprinkle of mischief.  Hit play and let the wizarding world enchant you! 🎧✨ ALSO special thanks to our wonderful and whimsical friend, Eve (@evie_liebling) for joining us once more on our HP journey! Hey, noodle squad! Don’t forget to share the love, rate us, and drop a comment! As always, thanks for tuning in!  Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:53 Initial Thoughts 04:08 The Dark Lord Ascending 04:50 The Death Eater Teams Meeting That Could NOT Be An Email 09:45 Bellatrix: A Fan Girl 11:28 The Malfoys Fall From Grace 15:12 Gross Teenage Boys 16:54 In Memoriam 22:25 Dursleys Departing 24:02 Hope For Dudley 27:23 Who's Running The Order Now? 29:37 The Seven Potters 32:40 RIP Our Favorite Feathered Girl 36:01 Harry's Reality Check 39:42 Fallen Warrior 43:22 Cost'em an Eye and an Ear 43:46 Wedding Bells: Ringing; The Trio: Scheming 46:25 Let's Talk About the Ghoul In the Room 49:34 Where's Our Invite Bill and Fleur?? 50:34 Happy 17th Birthday Harry! 51:15 "12 Fail-Safe Ways to Charm Witches" 54:47 Ginny's Gift 56:31 The Will of Albus Dumbledore 01:00:55 Bill and Fleur's Big Day! 01:02:33 A Reunion of Sorts 01:05:01 Back Table Tea Time Sesh 01:11:37 The Ministry Has Fallen  01:13:51 Why is Hermione so Awesome? 01:15:26 The Trio's Return to Grimmauld Place 01:17:38 Sirius's Room: A Glimpse into the Past 01:19:52 Lily's Letter 01:23:14 R.A.B. REVEALED 01:24:49 Kreacher's Lore 01:32:43 The Search for the Lost Locket 01:35:29 Post-Wedding Recap 01:38:00 Lupin's Getting Cold Feet (Paws)? 01:43:29 Character Awards 01:48:38 Lightning Bolt Moments 01:52:09 Muggle Wishes 01:55:09 Wand (Mic) Drop 02:05:46 Side Quests 02:11:16 Thank You Eve! 02:11:56 Outro

    2h 13m

  7. Apr 3

    039: Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince (Chapter 30 + Wrap Up!)

    Don your finest funeral fits and join Adrienne and Annamarie for a bittersweet finale to Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince! This episode is packed with magical moments as we bid farewell to Dumbledore and ponder his enduring legacy, explore the road ahead for Harry and the Golden Trio, and dive into the enchanting themes of love, friendship, and growth that makes this book a favorite amongst one of our hosts. And just when you think it can't get any better, the infamous Swift Corner swoops in with some fun and creative twists that may ✨enhance✨ your reading experience! Hey, noodle squad! Don't forget to share the love, rate us, and drop a comment! As always, thanks for tuning in! 🎧 Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:11 Harry and Snape As Mentor Mentee AU 04:54 Two Sides of The Same Coin 06:32 "Heyyy.. so remember when I told you so?"  09:02 What's the Mood with Malfoy Now? 11:56 Humming Horcruxes 12:25 Dumbledore's Funeral; Nitwit Oddment Blubber Tweak 17:58 Hinny's Breakup 22:24 I Gotta Go My Own Way 23:31 Dumbledore's Man Even After Death 24:50 NOT SOLO FAST 25:59 The Golden Trio For A Reason 27:54 Final Thoughts: The Trio, Tom, Dumbledore  39:26 Star Ratings 41:04 Character Awards 49:30 Lightning Bolt Moments 53:11 Muggle Wishes 54:29 Wand (Mic) Drop 01:06:48 Swift Corner 01:43:49 Side Quests 01:48:37 Outro

    1h 50m

  8. Mar 26

    038: Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince (Chapters 25-29)

    Prepare the tissues and pour one out for the GOAT with Adrienne and Annamarie as they tackle the wild twists of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Chapters 25-29! Join the duo for Hinny's Hogwarts' hard launch, Harry and Dumbledore's epic first adventure, where we witness the true power (and drinking tolerance) of the one and only Albus Dumbledore. Feel the shock as Draco spills his secrets, and brace yourself for the death that will rattle not only Hogwarts, but our characters and the Wizarding World to its core. This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions, packed with laughs, gasps, and maybe a tear or two. Hey, noodles! Don't forget to share the love, rate us, and drop a comment! As always, thanks for tuning in! Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:16 Initial Thoughts 05:59 Professor Trelawney Acting Sus 08:21 Snape The Snitch 12:19 Pack Your Wands, We're Going On An Adventure! 15:34 Hinny's Official Hard Launch 17:29 Britain's Hottest Beachside Stay 19:46 "YOLO" - Dumbledore, probably 23:16 The GOAT in Action 24:46 The True Power of Albus Dumbledore 25:27 Terrible But Great 27:23 Performance Review: Harry James Potter 31:01 Even the Greatest Wizards Struggle 32:40 The Pace of the Chase 33:28 The Mentor-Student x Father-Son Dynamic 35:10 Harry, Our Self-Catastrophizing King 37:56 Draco's Confession and Evil Monologuing 41:04 Dumbledore's Mercy and Draco's Choice 43:53 The Clock is Ticking Draco 45:44 Dumbledore's Death 50:02 Snape you SNAKE 54:19 Feathery Friends to the Rescue! 55:23 As The Dust Settles 57:33 Horcrux from Temu 59:03 The Phoenix Lament 01:03:52 Bill x Fleur: Love Conquers All 01:08:12 Puppy Love! 01:11:01 Hogwarts' Future and Dumbledore's Legacy 01:16:57 Outro

    1h 18m
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Welcome to Fictionally Speaking! Adrienne and Annamarie invite you into their cozy crazy corner of the literary world. Annamarie will be reading these books for the first time--exciting! Join them as they dive deep into exciting page-turners, reminisce over classics, connect books to their favorite artist and all other things fictional. With a blend of fun, insightful commentary, and the occasional controversial hot topics, Adrienne and Annamarie make every conversation feel like a yap session with your best bookish besties. New episodes every Wednesday!

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