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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Mar 29, 2023 · 11 min
5 Spells More POWERFUL than Avada Kedavra - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing 5 spells from the wizarding world of Harry Potter- spells MORE POWERFUL than the Killing Curse Avada Kedavra.-- Now, within the wizarding world magic can be leveraged for a wide variety of functions- from help with every day tasks (like cleaning), to picking locks, to teleportation. But perhaps one of the most IMPORTANT uses of magic in a tumultuous wizarding world (that seems to face a new dark wizard every few decades) is the ability to p
Mar 27, 2023 · 11 min
Why Isn't ANCIENT Magic Used in Harry Potter? - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing the topic of ancient magic / sacrificial protection in the wizarding world of Harry Potter and the potential reasons why this type of magic isn't used more frequently against fatal spells like Avada Kedavra. To begin with, sacrificial protection is an ancient form of powerful magic, often referred to as a "counter-charm" - which, to be quite honest, makes it sound rather less powerful than it actually is. As rare as it is old, this particul
Mar 25, 2023 · 11 min
Dark Histories of the Hogwarts Portraits (Part 1) - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we're discussing the portraits hanging within the hallowed halls of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. While I suppose the EXACT number of portraits lining the walls of this famous building is somewhat debatable - many subjects have more than one portrait and who knows what secret portraits may hang in closets long forgotten - there are around 60 portrait subjects that we DO know about. Over the course of a few videos, we'll cover each and every on
Mar 23, 2023 · 11 min
Why Harry and Hermione Belong Together - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing an incredibly scandalous topic: Why Hermione should have been with Harry instead of Ron. For those of you who are primarily fans of the Harry Potter novels, or enjoy both the books and the movies, I imagine that this particular sentiment sparks outrage at the very mention of the idea. On the other hand, for all you movie loyalists out there, I'm fairly certain many of you are likely nodding your heads along in agreement. And it is for this
Mar 20, 2023 · 12 min
5 Powerful Slytherins That Made History - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we're discussing 5 famous Slytherin witches and wizards who went on to make history. Within the wizarding world, anyone referred to as simply a "Slytherin" is a current or former student of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry who was sorted into Slytherin House upon their arrival at the school.- The House of Slytherin is representative of one of the four founding members of Hogwarts, Salazar Slytherin, a powerful wizard who believed in magical bloo
Mar 18, 2023 · 11 min
Why Don't the Hogwarts Founders Have Magical Portraits? - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing the 4 founders of Hogwarts- Godric Gryffindor, Salazar Slytherin, Rowena Ravenclaw, and Helga Hufflepuff. Specifically, we're going to be tackling the question of WHY these 4 founders weren't immortalized in some way (besides the Hogwarts houses of course). The primary purpose of wizarding portraits in the Wizarding World is to preserve the memory of a person long after they have passed away. This ensures that their knowledge and wisdom can
Mar 15, 2023 · 13 min
How Harry Survived Avada Kedavra in the Forbidden Forest - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing Harry's 'death' from Voldemort's Avada Kedavra in the Deathly Hallows. More specifically, we're going to be diving in and dissecting the nuances of HOW it happened, WHY it happened, and HOW Harry was able to come back to life. To set the scene – we're in the Forbidden Forest and Harry comes face-to-face with Voldemort once again. However, unlike previous confrontations – from his meeting with a fragmented Voldemort attached to Professor Qui
Mar 12, 2023 · 11 min
Could Voldemort SURVIVE a Dementor's Kiss? - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we're discussing Lord Voldemort and the horrifying guards of Azkaban- Dementors. Specifically, we're going to be taking a look at what would happen if Lord Voldemort himself were subjected to the Dementor's kiss. Let's get in to it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 10, 2023 · 10 min
NEW Harry Potter Movie / TV Show - Are They Happening?
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we''ll be addressing all of the rumours surrounding prospective Harry Potter TV Shows and future Harry Potter films. I've been seeing a lot of commotion online and in my own comment section lately discussing the future of the Harry Potter franchise and what may be next. Most likely, these conversations have been re-ignited by the success of the newly released Harry Potter game Hogwarts Legacy. Fans are now wanting additional Harry Potter content more than
Mar 7, 2023 · 12 min
Is Hogwarts Legacy CANON? - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing Harry Potter and Hogwarts Legacy. Most importantly, however, we're going to be looking at where these two worlds diverge- tackling the question of whether or not Hogwarts Legacy should be considered a genuine part of Harry Potter canon. What IS Canon? But now many of you may be asking yourselves- what exactly is canon? And what prior content that's been published under the wizarding world label fits this description? In order to set the st
Mar 6, 2023 · 10 min
Did Molly Weasley Use ANCIENT Magic on Bellatrix? - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing Molly Weasley's defeat of Bellatrix Lestrange bearing NEW information in mind from the latest Harry Potter game Hogwarts Legacy. In the Deathly Hallows Molly Weasley, the sweet caring mother, stands up for her daughter and KILLS one of the most infamous Death Eaters in the Wizarding World - Bellatrix Lestrange. We'll be taking a look at HOW it happened and what spells may have enabled this nurturing mother to take down one of the most powe
Mar 3, 2023 · 12 min
Twisted History of the Gaunt Family - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing the history of the infamous wizarding dynasty - the Gaunts -a family that's recently been brought back to the spotlight by OMINIS Gaunt who is featured in Hogwarts Legacy. This prominent pureblood magical family is sometimes also referred to as the House of Gaunt. You may remember hearing the name here or there over the course of the Harry Potter series, but if you're having trouble putting your finger on why the name sounds so familia
Mar 1, 2023 · 14 min
DARK History of the Ministry of Magic - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing the history of the British Ministry of Magic. Of course, there are A LOT of things that took place there throughout the Harry Potter series. But today, we'll be focusing on what happened PRIOR to our dear boy Harry showing up on the wizarding scene.- Formed in 1707, the British Ministry of Magic is the main governing body of the magical community of the United Kingdom and Ireland. It was created to preserve magical law within Great Britain
Feb 27, 2023 · 11 min
History of Ancient Magic - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we're going to be discussing ANCIENT MAGIC- a phenomenon that has recently become popularized through the best-selling Harry Potter game: Hogwarts Legacy. "A magic this powerful can do great harm in the wrong hands. It must be wielded by a select few." But, what exactly IS ancient magic? How does it differ from REGULAR magic, WHERE does it pop up in the Harry Potter story, and what do we know of its history? All of these questions, and more, will be answ
Feb 24, 2023 · 11 min
History of Avada Kedavra (The Killing Curse) - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be discussing one of the most feared curses in the wizarding world- AVADA KEDAVRA- also known as the KILLING curse. Specifically, we're going to be taking a look at where it came from, who created it, why it's unforgivable, why it may be merciful, and what the very surprising function of this spell may have once been. Let's get in to it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac
Feb 23, 2023 · 10 min
BIG UPDATE on Hogwarts Legacy DLC: What We Can Expect
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be discussing Hogwarts Legacy and DLC - which stands for 'downloadable content'. We're going to be tackling the important questions like: Is it happening? When is it happening? What type of DLC can we expect? The first thing that I want to address is a quote from Alan Tew - Lead Game Designer at Warner Bros Interactive- which has been circulating around the internet. In this quote, Alan discusses the future of the game and his thoughts on the
Feb 20, 2023 · 12 min
History of Harry Potter in the Medieval Era (900-1400) - Harry Potter Explained
Today, we're going to be discussing Harry Potter Events in the Medieval Period. Do you know the tale of Godelot the Dark Wizard?-Or the history of early Quidditch?-How about the very first Triwizard Tournament?-If you take a moment, and look back at the history of the medieval wizarding world, you'll find the answer to all these questions, and more. So join me, as we trek back a few hundred years, and learn a thing or two about wizards and witches in the middle ages. See Privacy Policy at http
Feb 18, 2023 · 13 min
20 Spells CREATED by Powerful Wizards - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Have you ever wondered... How spells are created? Well, the answer is simpler than you might have guessed. It's all thanks to a handful of extremely cunning witches and wizards, who saw a problem in their life, and tried to create a magical solution. As we look through the historical records of the wizarding world, we find no shortage of famous wizards and witches who have left their mark on magic, and created spells that are still in use in modern times. Today,
Feb 16, 2023 · 20 min
History of the Forbidden Forest - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're discussing the complete history of the Forbidden Forest, a common backdrop for important moments throughout the Harry Potter series for both Harry, his friends, AND his enemies. As many of you will remember, the Forbidden Forest is first introduced in The Philosopher's Stone as a scary, dark place where students are not allowed to enter, never mind roam about and explore. Of course, one very large caveat to this rule is if those same students ever fin
Feb 16, 2023 · 3 min
Hogwarts Legacy MULTIPLAYER Is on the Way!
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. I've got exciting news regarding the newly released (and exceedingly popular) Harry Potter game Hogwarts Legacy. Since the game came out players all over the world have been experiencing the wizarding world for themselves- embarking on their own adventures and paving the way for their own destiny. The game's amazing, but if I had just one criticism of Hogwarts Legacy, or rather, one thing I'd like to see ADDED- it's multiplayer functionality.- Many single player