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Expecto Podtronum is a weekly podcast designated to all things Patronuses. Our hosts explore the Patronus Charm in depth, as well as covering each of its known corporeal forms.
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20 NOV 2024 · All about this Patronus form:
- Calico refers to a marking pattern rather than a breed
- Male calicos are RARE
- Tortoise shell is not the same as a calico
- Calico cats are thought to bring good luck in Japan.
- Cats are unlucky in India
- Cats can have jobs too!
Personality Traits:
- Sassy
- Spunky
- Bold
- Affectionate
- Independent
- Loyal
Is This the Cat?
Our first cat Patronus of the season! Listen as our hosts discuss whether this could be Umbridge or McGonagall's Patronus.
We’d love to hear from you! Send some Patronus Post our way at expectopodtronum@gmail.com or find us on social media.
Remember, a piece of chocolate a day keeps the Dementors away!
Music/Sound Credits: “Food Show” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Movie Score A” by DHy-Nez, Denita Smith -- “Excuse me Cat” by geoffharvey, Geoff Harvey -- “The Classical” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Uplifting Celebration” by makesoundmusic, Mike Kripak -- “Mysterious Music: Light Mystical Background Music for Short Video/Vlog” by White Records, Maksym Dudchyk -- “Telling the Story” by goeffharvey, Geoff Harvey
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13 NOV 2024 · All about this Patronus form:
- Large lizard-or-serpent-like creature
- Most common visualization is the European version
- A very important symbol in Chinese culture
- Crocodiles ARE in America
- In the Harry Potter universe, there are 10 different varieties of dragons
- Safety at Hogwarts is not a priority
- Why is the type of dragon as a patronus not specified?
Personality Traits:
- Tend to act fast
- Live by their own set of rules
- Fierce fighters
- Don’t back down
- Assertive
- Ambitious
Whose Patronus is it Anyway?
We have two candidates for the potential possessor of this Patronus: Viktor Krum and Charlie Weasly. Our hosts discuss who is more likely to wield a dragon as their Patronus.
We’d love to hear from you! Send some Patronus Post our way at expectopodtronum@gmail.com or find us on social media.
Remember, a piece of chocolate a day keeps the Dementors away!
Music/Sound Credits: “Food Show” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Movie Score A” by DHy-Nez, Denita Smith -- “Excuse me Cat” by geoffharvey, Geoff Harvey -- “The Classical” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Uplifting Celebration” by makesoundmusic, Mike Kripak -- “Mysterious Music: Light Mystical Background Music for Short Video/Vlog” by White Records, Maksym Dudchyk -- “Telling the Story” by goeffharvey, Geoff Harvey
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6 NOV 2024 · All about this Patronus form:
- Swallow is a familial type of perching birds
- They are found around the world, including Antarctica occasionally
- May be monogamous, may take relationship breaks
- A group of swallows could be called a “flight” or “sweep”
- When sailing seeing a swallow meant you were close to shore
- Some connect the swallow with liberty and independence.
- Native American, Celtic, and Asian cultures all have folktales around swallows
Personality Traits:
- Social
- Monogamous
- Territorial
- Loyal
- Fast
- Long Endurance
- Acrobatic
The Patronus Game
Why swallows? Do they make sense as a Patronus? Is there another bird that makes more sense? Is this Oliver Wood's Patronus?
We’d love to hear from you! Send some Patronus Post our way at expectopodtronum@gmail.com or find us on social media.
Remember, a piece of chocolate a day keeps the Dementors away!
Music/Sound Credits: “Food Show” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Movie Score A” by DHy-Nez, Denita Smith -- “Excuse me Cat” by geoffharvey, Geoff Harvey -- “The Classical” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Uplifting Celebration” by makesoundmusic, Mike Kripak -- “Mysterious Music: Light Mystical Background Music for Short Video/Vlog” by White Records, Maksym Dudchyk -- “Telling the Story” by goeffharvey, Geoff Harvey
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30 OCT 2024 · All about this Patronus form:
- Two main classifications: River and Sea
- Sea otters can be up to one Stephanie long (6ft)
- Fur color is various shades of brown with lighter underparts
- Baby otters, called pups or kittens
- Mother otters throw their kids off the deep end
- No enemies, just vibes
- An old Anglo-Saxon name for the otter is “water-snake”
Personality Traits:
- Social
- Playful
- Enthusiastic
- Curious
- Creative
- Empathetic
The Patronus is Right!
Our hosts discuss if the otter Patronus aligns with Hermione’s personality or if there may be a better fit.
Patronus Feud
Host Lucy wants to know why there are no Aussie animals on the list. We brainstorm some animals that could enhance the existing list of Patronuses.
We’d love to hear from you! Send some Patronus Post our way at expectopodtronum@gmail.com or find us on social media.
Remember, a piece of chocolate a day keeps the Dementors away!
Music/Sound Credits: “Food Show” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Movie Score A” by DHy-Nez, Denita Smith -- “Excuse me Cat” by geoffharvey, Geoff Harvey -- “The Classical” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Uplifting Celebration” by makesoundmusic, Mike Kripak -- “Mysterious Music: Light Mystical Background Music for Short Video/Vlog” by White Records, Maksym Dudchyk -- “Telling the Story” by goeffharvey, Geoff Harvey
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23 OCT 2024 · All about this Patronus form:
- Clarification: beagles, not bagels
- Beagles are loving and lovable, happy, and companionable
- BYOB Hunting Parties (Bring your own beagle)
- Possible colorings are lemon, red and white, and tricolor
- Said to be good luck for a hunter to see one before a trip
- Some believe they can ward off evil spirits or intruders
- Does your Patronus grow with you?
- A brief discussion on the lack of structure around magical education
Personality Traits:
- Curious
- Friendly
- Focused
- Opportunistic
- Goal Oriented
Whose Patronus is it Anyway?
Our hosts present their arguments as to why this Patronus would be a good fit for Katie Bell and Fenrir Greyback, both of whose Patronus form is unknown.
We’d love to hear from you!Send some Patronus Post our way at expectopodtronum@gmail.com or find us on social media.
Remember, a piece of chocolate a day keeps the Dementors away!
Music/Sound Credits: “Food Show” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Movie Score A” by DHy-Nez, Denita Smith -- “Excuse me Cat” by geoffharvey, Geoff Harvey -- “The Classical” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Uplifting Celebration” by makesoundmusic, Mike Kripak -- “Mysterious Music: Light Mystical Background Music for Short Video/Vlog” by White Records, Maksym Dudchyk -- “Telling the Story” by goeffharvey, Geoff Harvey
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16 OCT 2024 · All about this Patronus form:
- Native to the Arctic region of North America and the Palearctic
- Would Hedwig survive a monogamous relationship?
- Semantics of Owl Post at Hogwarts
- LEMMINGS
- Traditionally thought to possess strong magic
- Owls and ravens are beefing
Personality Traits:
- Patient
- Wise
- Protective
- Territorial
- Solitary
- Shy
Whose Patronus is it anyway?
The snowy owl is not a known Patronus of any characters in the Harry Potter series. Our hosts present their arguments as to why this Patronus would be a good fit for Fleur Delacour, whose Patronus form is unknown, or for Harry Potter if his did not take the shape of a stag.
We’d love to hear from you! Send some Patronus Post our way at expectopodtronum@gmail.com or find us on social media.
Remember, a piece of chocolate a day keeps the Dementors away!
Music/Sound Credits: “Food Show” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Movie Score A” by DHy-Nez, Denita Smith -- “Excuse me Cat” by geoffharvey, Geoff Harvey -- “The Classical” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Uplifting Celebration” by makesoundmusic, Mike Kripak -- “Mysterious Music: Light Mystical Background Music for Short Video/Vlog” by White Records, Maksym Dudchyk -- “Telling the Story” by goeffharvey, Geoff Harvey
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11 OCT 2024 · On this first episode of Expecto Podtronum:
- Get to know all six of our hosts!
- What is a Patronus?
- How does the Patronus Charm work?
- Remembering Lethifolds are a thing...
- Reviewing the different segments in future episodes.
Catch a new episode every Wednesday!
We’d love to hear from you! Send some Patronus Post our way at expectopodtronum@gmail.com or find us on social media.
Remember, a piece of chocolate a day keeps the Dementors away!
Music/Sound Credits: “Food Show” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Movie Score A” by DHy-Nez, Denita Smith -- “Excuse me Cat” by geoffharvey, Geoff Harvey -- “The Classical” by Music_For_Videos, Anastasia Kir -- “Uplifting Celebration” by makesoundmusic, Mike Kripak -- “Mysterious Music: Light Mystical Background Music for Short Video/Vlog” by White Records, Maksym Dudchyk -- “Telling the Story” by goeffharvey, Geoff Harvey
Expecto Podtronum is a weekly podcast designated to all things Patronuses. Our hosts explore the Patronus Charm in depth, as well as covering each of its known corporeal forms.
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