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The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling

The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling

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 The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling is an audio documentary that examines some of the most contentious conflicts of our time through the life and career of the world’s most successful author. In conversation with host Megan Phelps-Roper, J.K. Rowling speaks with unprecedented candor and depth about the controversies surrounding her—from book bans to debates on gender and sex. The series also examines the forces propelling this moment in history, through interviews with Rowling’s supporters and critics, journalists, historians, clinicians, and more. Social Sciences
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  • Trailer

    Trailer
    Feb 14 2023
    The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling premieres Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Learn more Read an essay by host Megan Phelps-Roper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 mins
  • Chapter 1: Plotted In Darkness

    Chapter 1: Plotted In Darkness
    Feb 21 2023
    Host Megan Phelps-Roper writes a letter to J.K. Rowling—and receives a surprising invitation in reply: the opportunity for an intimate conversation in Rowling’s Scottish home. Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, and Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn and Emily Yoffe. This show is proudly sponsored by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. FIRE believes free speech makes free people. Learn more at thefire.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Chapter 2: Burn The Witch

    Chapter 2: Burn The Witch
    Feb 21 2023
    As "Harry Potter" becomes an international phenomenon, it coincides with the culture wars of the 1990s. In the backlash from Christians across America, author J.K. Rowling is accused of mainstreaming witchcraft and poisoning children’s minds. Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, and Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn and Emily Yoffe. This show is proudly sponsored by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. FIRE believes free speech makes free people. Learn more at thefire.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
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J.K's own voice, her truth. Looking forward to part 2. Will definitely follow her story. An ordinary woman...

Interesting, to say the least.

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Megan is a brilliant and un-biased interviewer in this fascinating Podcast. It's almost a shame this wasn't created as a documentary film but regardless it's a great listen. It doesn't matter which side of the argument you fall, I highly recommend giving this a listen.

Excellent documentary style podcast

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A very interesting series, well put together and very balanced. I learnt a lot and it prompted me to question my own views on these topics.

balanced and interesting

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Very well put together and hearing first hand what JK Rowling was about and not just Chinese whispers of hate
So many people have taken thing out of context and are afraid to lose face by admitting what they heard was wrong

Great series

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Very well balanced views. Very interesting, I don't listen to a lot of podcasts but this was excellent.

Interesting podcast.

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Liked the range of opinions and the nuanced views expressed. Worth a listen for sure.

Great mix of views

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Good to hear both sides of the debate without the slanging match.
Well presented. Thoroughly recommend wherever you think you stand on this topic.

Informative and balanced

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Such a wonderful produced podcast, it was excellent to hear the thoughts and reasons from JK, and to also hear from those who feel harmed by her comments. Also I love HP!

Very interesting & well balanced

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Excellent interview and podcast. It should be compulsory listening for those people who have abused Jo Rowling. She is not remotely transphobic she is pro women and girls and her courage to stand against death threats and horrific abuse is remarkable. I enjoyed it so much, I am listening to this for the second time.

Brilliant - outstanding listening

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I really enjoyed this and couldn't put it down. I think this topic is a interesting one.

very interesting

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