Harry Potter Theory

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory! This podcast features Harry Potter Theories, Fantastic Beasts Theories, Explanations, Top Lists, News, Character Backstories, Fan Fictions & More!

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Jan 9, 2024 · 11 min
Horace Slughorn's DARK Secret - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing Horace Slughorn. The....LIAR? For the most part, Slughorn is regarded as charming, jovial and well-liked among students and staff alike. He had a talent for creating positive and welcoming environments. He was also known for his love of the finer things in life, such as good food and luxurious tastes. What's more, Slughorn was an excellent professor- showing plenty of enthusiasm and providing practical examples to help students understand
Jan 6, 2024 · 13 min
What REALLY Happened to Lucius Malfoy? - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. When we're first introduced to Lucius Malfoy, our initial impressions are that he is a wealthy and pompous supporter of Lord Voldemort. He is portrayed as an arrogant, haughty, and elitist man with a strong sense of superiority. He exhibits a disdain for those he perceives as beneath him, particularly Muggle-borns and anyone who opposes his pure-blood ideology. He's also influential and manipulative, using his wealth and power to advance his personal agenda. Howe
Jan 3, 2024 · 16 min
Harry Potter Expert Answers the Web's Most Searched Questions
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be GOOGLING Harry Potter, and answering 50 of the top Harry Potter questions that Google users have fed in to the search engine.- I expect a lot of these questions will be fairly straightforward, but you never know. In order to hit the 50 I'll be asking Google 'What', 'Why', 'How', 'Where' and 'When' type questions. There are a couple duplicates, but I want to stay true to the format as google lists '10' for each search. Anyway, without fu
Dec 31, 2023 · 13 min
10 Most Believable Harry Potter Theories
Welcome Harry Potter Theory. Today I've compiled 10 fan theories that...Actually make quite a lot of sense. And given the colossal numbers of Harry Potter Theories out there, it only seems only fitting that ONCE in a while we (I'm including myself here) hit the nail on the head. During my time on this channel I've covered some of the most preposterous theories out there..Like Cho Chang marrying Dudley Dursley and Dumbledore being a time travelling Ron Weasley. And so these theories, which come
Dec 28, 2023 · 12 min
The Original Harry Potter Draft REJECTED by Publishers
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're taking a look at some unpublished content from Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone- scribblings and drafts taken straight from JK Rowling's notes that never saw the light of day. These drafts will include... An original synopsis for the book that kept getting rejected by Publisher's- A very early draft of a page from Philosopher's Stone where you'll notice that Draco's surname used to be 'Spungen' Another very early draft of one of the earliest p
Dec 26, 2023 · 17 min
10 WORST Ways Harry Potter Canon was Broken
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing the top 10 WORST ways that canon has been BROKEN in the wizarding world of Harry Potter. When an author builds a fictional universe over the course of several decades, there are bound to be small contradictions here or there. But in the case of Harry Potter and the ever expanding universe of the wizarding world, there have been some pretty big doozies when it comes to the canon being - not just broken - but completely SHATTERED. See Pr
Dec 24, 2023 · 14 min
History of Magical Bloodlines in Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing bloodlines. Within the rich tapestry of the Harry Potter universe, the notion of magical bloodlines holds an undeniable allure. From the whispered legends of ancient wizarding families to the complex dynamics of pure-blood, half-blood, and muggle-born individuals, the concept of magical heritage weaves its way through the very core of the Wizarding World.- Blood status is one of the most controversial aspects- a concept in which wizarding f
Dec 21, 2023 · 23 min
Harry Potter Book Characters That Never Made It to the Movies
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we're taking a look at the hidden trove of characters whose stories were left untold on the silver screen. Now, as avid readers, we all know that the movies could never capture every inked detail found within the beloved books. So today, we're going to dive into the forgotten pages and reveal the diverse tapestry of characters that were included in the novels but omitted from the movies. Ranging from minor to major, today I want to introduce to you a compr
Dec 18, 2023 · 12 min
Does This Harry Potter Plot Hole Change EVERYTHING?
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we will be exploring a plot hole that revolves around the Potter Family, Godric's Hollow, Voldemort, and the events of October 31st, 1981. Let's dive in. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dec 15, 2023 · 14 min
Why Don't Wizards Use Muggle Technology? - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. The wizarding world has captivated our imaginations for decades- a realm filled with magic, wonder, and extraordinary beings. But have you ever noticed that in this vast Magical World, there is a distinct absence of Muggle Technology? While the functionality of muggle tech may PALE in comparison with the capabilities of magic, we do have to remember that the Wizarding World is host to all kinds of magical beings- Muggle Borns included.- And while the wizarding wo
Dec 12, 2023 · 19 min
Hagrid Was a Death Eater - Harry Potter Fan Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing the fan theory that Rubeus Hagrid was a DEATH EATER. Since the original release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in 1997, theories based on the wizarding world of Harry Potter have abounded. There are theories out there that Professor Severus Snape was a vampire and that Hermione and Harry were actually siblings. Some of these theories are more popular and widespread than others - such as the idea that Neville Longbottom was actu
Dec 9, 2023 · 16 min
10 Harry Potter MYTHS Fans Get Wrong
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we're discussing 10 myths about the Harry Potter series. Since the release of the first Harry Potter novel in June of 1997, the wizarding world of Harry and his friends has continued to expand. What started off as a relatively small magical community that only focused on the United Kingdom, grew into a global universe and phenomenon with new and exciting narratives being brought to life in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa. What was once known as Pott
Dec 7, 2023 · 1 hr 15 min
50 Mind-Blowing Harry Potter Theories (MEGA COMPILATION)
Welcome to a SPECIAL installment of Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going back and taking a look at 50 theories discussed on the channel over the last few years. From incredibly convincing and captivating all the way to complete absurdity, this list has it all.- As this is a compilation style video please be aware of some varied audio levels and inconsistent numbering.- Without further ado, let's dive in. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:
Dec 3, 2023 · 15 min
10 Things Magic CAN'T Do - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing a topic near and dear to the Harry Potter story: MAGIC. Within the greater Wizarding World, magic flourishes at every turn, captivating readers and transporting them into a world of wonders. From spellbinding duels to extraordinary enchantments, the wizarding world exhibits an extraordinary amount of mystical potential. At times, the capabilities of magic even seem boundless. However, lurking beneath the surface of this magical tapestry lie
Nov 29, 2023 · 21 min
15 Major Harry Potter PLOT HOLES
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing PLOT HOLES. It shouldn't come as any sort of a surprise that, even within the captivating wizarding universe, astute readers and viewers have stumbled upon perplexing plot holes. And these gaps in the narrative, where certain details seem to defy logic or leave unanswered questions, have sparked lively debates among Harry Potter enthusiasts. Today we'll embark on a quest to dissect some of the most intriguing plot holes that have left fans
Nov 27, 2023 · 11 min
The 10 Most HATED Harry Potter Characters (RANKED)
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing the 10 most HATED characters in the wizarding world. Now, let me preface this list by saying that not all of these people are evil- in fact, some of them aren't evil at all. We must remember that being evil isn't the only prerequisite for being hated- some of these characters are just outright ANNOYING and OBNOXIOUS. Some of them made it on to the list for evil acts, and some of them made it on the list for simply popping their head up where
Nov 24, 2023 · 13 min
Dumbledore Is DEATH from the Deathly Hallows - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing the theory that Professor Albus Dumbledore - famed wizard and beloved headmaster of Hogwarts - was not actually a wizard at all but DEATH incarnate. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 21, 2023 · 12 min
How Snape Learned to Fly WITHOUT a Broom - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing a theory centered around Severus Snape and his ability to FLY. We're also going to be challenging the conventional notion that Voldemort was the one to teach him. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 18, 2023 · 11 min
Dumbledore's Horcrux REVEALED - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing the late (or is he), great - and highly revered - Albus Dumbledore and whether or not he created his own HORCRUX before his untimely death. For those of you who may be unfamiliar with the term or haven't read up on your Harry Potter lore recently, here's a quick review of Horcruxes, what exactly it takes to create one, and where they pop up in the Harry Potter series. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N
Nov 16, 2023 · 12 min
10 Most Powerful Pure-Blood Wizards in Harry Potter (RANKED)
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're ranking the most powerful PURE BLOOD wizards in the wizarding world.- Blood status is one of the most controversial aspects of the wizarding world- a concept in which wizarding families can be distinguished by the level of magically-endowed family members. Generally speaking, people are slotted in to one of the following categories: Pure-blood, half-blood or muggle. We're introduced to quite a few characters in the Harry Potter story that come from t