The Buddies apparate into the third Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. They got to chatting about: Wizards and their fashion choices, romantic scenes, Hermione's workout regiment, and how Snape's redemption arc got lost somewhere between the book and the big screen. So practice your "Lumos Maxima" for those late-night reading sessions, and join the Buddies as they dissect a film that's darker than Hagrid's rock cakes.

Intro (0:00-0:44)
Stock Up/Down (0:45-27:04)
Favorite Scenes (27:05-33:28)
Love/Hate (33:29-40:35)
Listener Email & Lingering Questions (40:36-46:03)
Conclusion (46:04-48:12)

NEXT BOOK: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J. K. Rowling

The Buddies fly into book 3 of the Harry Potter series in, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. They're joined by special guest (with an appropriate name): Magic. They discuss everything from taking a page out of Willy Wonka's 'how to deal with spoiled children' book, to the questionable penal system of Azkaban. They also get into important topics around: The raging hormones of pubescent wizards, chocolate being the ultimate magical and non-magical cure, and how Snape is dead to them. So grab your Firebolt (if you can afford it), practice your Patronus charm, and join the Buddies for book 3 of the greatest series that ever lived.

Intro (0:00-1:37)
Stock Up/Down (1:38-29:13)
Favorite Scene/Character/Magical Elements (29:14-46:03)
Love/Hate (46:04-57:01)
Conclusion & House Cup Award (57:02-1:01:45)

NEXT Episode: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban MOVIE

NEXT BOOK: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

The Buddies continue their marathon with movie #2, Harry Potter and the Chambers of Secrets, directed by Chris Columbus. The Buddies delved into a number of movie topics including: Mr. Weasley's book vs movie differences, the uncanny similarity between Quidditch and Star Wars space battles, and whether Moaning Myrtle's voice is more terrifying than the basilisk itself. So, grab your broken wand (and maybe consider turning it around), watch out for basilisk snakes/Lucius Malfoy in the hallways, and get your slow clap ready for this week’s episode.

Intro (0:00-1:25)
Stock Up/Down (1:20-37:11)
Favorite Scene/Character/Magical Elements (37:12-54:17)
Conclusion (54:18-55:09)

NEXT Episode: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J. K. Rowling