72 episodes

Beyond the Veil is a Potter podcast all about mental health and resparking the joy we had the first time we read the books. The Potter series has helped fans deal with mental health crises, overcome major obstacles, and made powerful, positive changes in their lives with the help and support of the Harry Potter series. With dozens of lessons in mind after conversations with fans from around the world, hosts Madison and Rebecca are rereading the series with the hopes to learn a few more along the way.

DISCLAIMER: We are not mental health professionals, just two Potterheads who love talking about mental health. Nothing in this podcast should be taken as professional mental health advice.

Beyond the Veil Madison Ford & Rebecca Sherman

    • Arts
    • 4.6 • 30 Ratings

Beyond the Veil is a Potter podcast all about mental health and resparking the joy we had the first time we read the books. The Potter series has helped fans deal with mental health crises, overcome major obstacles, and made powerful, positive changes in their lives with the help and support of the Harry Potter series. With dozens of lessons in mind after conversations with fans from around the world, hosts Madison and Rebecca are rereading the series with the hopes to learn a few more along the way.

DISCLAIMER: We are not mental health professionals, just two Potterheads who love talking about mental health. Nothing in this podcast should be taken as professional mental health advice.

    The End: Beyond Beyond the Veil

    The End: Beyond Beyond the Veil

    Beyond the Veil is coming to an end. It's been a swell time, and we're grateful for all of y'all who listened. But fear not, hosts Rebecca and Madison aren't going anywhere. Beyond the Veil is shifting into a new show called Storm in a Teacup. Find more details on our socials.

    • 8 min
    (CoS) Chapter 5 - The Hosts That Can Not Focus

    (CoS) Chapter 5 - The Hosts That Can Not Focus

    Join hosts Madison and Rebecca for a discussion on the fifth chapter of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, “The Whomping Willow."
    On this episode, we discuss…
    →Concerning vehicular sentience
    →Road trip!!!!
    →A very ranty opening
    →Snape’s back and we hate it
    →Accio Fandom: a song by the Whomping Willow
    →Where is the Hogwarts school code of conduct? What are the rules?
    →Harry and Ron’s reckless behavior has a cause and it’s DUMBLEDORE
    →This week's relevant tangent: theater stories, middle school woes, and 45 cut minutes of irrelevant conversation
    Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
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    • 53 min
    (CoS) Chapter 4 - No Think, Just Ice Cream

    (CoS) Chapter 4 - No Think, Just Ice Cream

    Join hosts Madison and Rebecca for a discussion on the fourth chapter of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, “At Flourish and Blotts.”
    On this episode, we discuss…
    →No more fingernails
    →A Weasley twin race to the top – who will prevail?
    →In which Madison goes on about ice cream for two minutes straight
    →Hot Topic for Death Eaters
    →Fanfiction fodder
    →Brawl at the bookstore
    →Draco and redemption
    →This week's relevant tangent: a self-deprecating advertisement
    Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
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    • 1 hr 22 min
    Chapter 3 - Privet Drive Escape Room

    Chapter 3 - Privet Drive Escape Room

    Join hosts Madison and Rebecca for a discussion on the third chapter of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, “The Burrow.”
    On this episode, we discuss…
    →A Weasley heavy top eight
    →Finally, a chance to squee!
    →Escape rooms with Fred and George
    →Hedwig’s got an attitude
    →Harry and Ron are BFFL
    →Vernon’s a purple cucumber
    →Accio Fandom: lovely chapter, lovely art
    →An institution that actually cares about Muggles?
    →Use domestic magic, not slave labor
    →Harry is a plant
    →Dumbledore suuuuucks
    →The first step of the rest of the series
    →This week’s relevant tangent: picking locks and magic eight balls
    Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
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    • 56 min
    (CoS) Chapter 2 - We Want Gay Ghosts

    (CoS) Chapter 2 - We Want Gay Ghosts

    Join hosts Madison and Rebecca for a discussion on the second chapter of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, “Dobby's Warning.”
    On this episode, we discuss…
    →Owls can’t help it if they offend you
    →The noise of cats and dogs
    →Mafalda Hopkirk is a Snitch
    →Vernon is the opposite of star baker
    →Ron to the rescue!!
    →Dobby: less funny than in childhood
    →Accio Fandom: Mint Humbugs
    →The bizarre role of house elves
    →We’re angry, not eloquent
    →Dobby is trying his best
    →Starving to death: not a vibe
    →A wild life for a twelve year old
    →This week’s relevant tangent: a real outtake reel
    Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
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    • 52 min
    (CoS) Chapter 1 - It's Called Seasoning, Petunia

    (CoS) Chapter 1 - It's Called Seasoning, Petunia

    Season three begins! Join hosts Madison and Rebecca for a discussion on first chapter of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, “The Worst Birthday.”
    On this episode, we discuss…
    →Slim pickings for Harry’s top 8
    →The return of sassy Harry
    →Let's talk about necks again
    →Big thumbs down to food shaming
    →Accio Fandom: Harry and Dudley shaking hands
    →Petunia tries to literally murder Harry with a frying pan
    →Muggles, magic, and safety
    →Vernon is garbage
    →Beds empty, no note!
    →Lucius Malfoy and bizarre Tik Tok trends
    →Everything is Dumbledore’s fault
    →This week's relevant tangent: tiny lo mein
    Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
    Listen to us on iTunes, Spotify, Pocketcast, and Google!

    • 57 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
30 Ratings

30 Ratings

Tweikerz ,

Nice one!!!

I always appreciate an open and honest discussion about mental health. This series (Harry Potter) provides a lot of opportunities for that, so this is a great angle for a podcast!

Darcy1567 ,

Validating

As someone who lives with mental illnesses and is a fan of the Harry Potter series, I love how this podcasts validates people living in a myriad of different situations. The hosts are always sensitive, but honest when discussing difficult topics. I also like how the podcast brings up how disability and mental illness can intersect with other identities such as gender. Additionally, I really love the anonymous stories at the end. The whispers remind me how much I forget that other people are hurting, too, even when I can’t always see it. Finally, the music used in the podcast is so soothing. Overall, I can’t wait to listen to more episodes. Great job!

alfhd ,

Love this

This is a much needed podcast in our day. Letting guests tell their stories of growth through HP is awesome

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