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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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12 MAR 2025 · - Prepare for the unhinged as we speculate whether or not Ginny’s Patronus form is actually a Thestral, not a horse!
- Recap of the Thestral
- How do you think Ginny’s patronus came to be?
- HORSE SHAPED!
- Amy is set out to irritate Stephine
- Lucy gets what Stephanie is pitching. Everyone else? Not so much.
- Pause for Dean and Alfie love
- Has Ginny seen and understood death enough to see Thestrals in fourth year?
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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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5 MAR 2025 · On this episode, our hosts are joined by special guest Flick Miles. Flick was Emma Watson's body double on the first three Harry Potter films and currently hosts Behind the Wand, a podcast featuring the many talented individuals who worked behind the scenes on the Potter films.
All about this Patronus form:
- Domestic cat breed made by crossing a Siamese and a Burmese cat.
- The first Tonkinese came to the U.S. around the 1930s was named Wong Mau.
- Also known as the Tonk
- Has a short hair coat that can be platinum, champagne, blue, or natural
- Tonks can be chatter boxes, but aren’t as loud and demanding as a Siamese
Personality Traits:
- Curious
- Affectionate
- Intelligent
- Lively
- Playful
- Mischievous
Is this the Cat?
In our lengthy quest to figure out which cat Patronus form is the one belonging to Dolores Umbridge, our hosts wonder if the Tonkinese fits the bill.
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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26 FEB 2025 · All about this Patronus form:
- 23 different species of vultures across the world
- Our hosts think the Patronus would be a Griffon Vulture
- Moves in flocks as it searches for dead animals to scavenger
- Unlike other birds, they are super calorically efficient with their flying
- Liz is jealous of their thermoregulation abilities
- Cultures view the bird as impure and a symbol of purification
Personality Traits:
- Opportunistic
- Loyal
- Philopatric (likes to return home)
- Family Oriented
- Intelligent
Whose Patronus is it Anyway?
We chat about two people in the wizarding world who fall into the classification of scavengers themselves, Mundungus Fletcher and Peter Pettigrew. We can picture either one as having a vulture as a 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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19 FEB 2025 · All about this Patronus form:
- Puffs unite!
- The fifteen species of mustelid badgers are grouped into four subfamilies
- Their tails vary in length depending on species
- Badgers can run or gallop at 25–30 kmh (16–19 mph) for short periods of time
- The badger is the state animal of Wisconsin
- The Punxsutawney Phil of Europe
- Badgers often appear as wise and kind characters in books
- Most mythology paints badgers in negative light
Personality Traits:
- Loners
- Persistent
- Determined
- Resilient
- Grounded
- Brave
Whose Patronus is it Anyway?
Helga Hufflepuff is an obvious choice, but Liz also pitches Colin Creevy and Molly Weasley as contenders to have this Patronus form.
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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12 FEB 2025 · All about this Patronus form:
- Considered one of the rarest Patronus forms
- SIDNEY’S PATRONUS!
- Name comes from the Old English word “thestre,” meaning “dark” or “gloomy”
- Sleek, black coats that are so thin their bones are easily seen underneath.
- Thestrals are actually relatively peaceful creatures
- Can only be seen by those who have witnessed death and accepted its significance
- Can fly immense distances at very fast speeds and have a great sense of direction.
- The core of the Elder Wand (aka “deathstick”) is a Thestral tail hair
- Does the caster have to be able to see Thestrals to have this Patronus form?
Personality Traits:
- Gentle
- Protective
- Misunderstood
- Intelligent
- Loyal
Whose Patronus is it Anyway?
We question whether a Thestral would make more sense for Luna Lovegood, rather than the hare she’s given in the series.
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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5 FEB 2025 · All about this Patronus form:
- The leopard is one of 5 species in the genus Panthera
- It has a pale yellowish to dark golden fur with dark spots grouped in rosettes.
- Solitary creatures, they do not live in big groups
- Black panthers are just leopards with melanism
- Many cultures have deities with connections to leopards
- Spots are often associated with beauty, mystery, and complexity
Personality Traits:
- Powerful
- Strong
- Courageous
- Resourceful
- Adaptable
- Mediators
Whose Patronus is it Anyway?
While Liz gives us two wild suggestions (Dumbledore and Percy), Carolyn takes us on a ride to convince us this could be Umbridge’s cat 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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29 JAN 2025 · - Our hosts give a breakdown of the Potters’ Patronuses
- Could Harry have a stag because he is holding on to the family he never knew?
- Should Ginny’s Patronus match Harry’s?
- Why does the Weasley family have different Patronuses?
- Stephanie thinks the Weasley family should have different Patronuses within the weasel family.
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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22 JAN 2025 · All about this Patronus form:
- There are 43 different species of deer
- Native to all continents except Antarctica and Australia
- Coat changes color depending on the season
- Can swim!
Personality Traits:
- Protective
- Nurturing
- Gentle
- Determined
- Sensitive
- Noble
The Patronus is Right
We do a quick rundown of the Potter Family’s Patronuses (and Snape’s) to see if they match their personalities. This discussion also prepares us for our next episode!
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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15 JAN 2025 · All about this Patronus form:
- Field mouse is a general term for deer mice
- Found in both rural and suburban/urban areas
- Male field mice get the attention of females by singing (you won’t be able to unhear it)
- Field mice are excellent navigators
- Mice can be seen as a negative omen
- Illyius, from Hogwarts Legacy, has a mouse patronus.
Personality Traits:
- Endurance
- Focused
- Witty
- Fertile
- Adaptability
- Innocent
- Capable of large things
Whose Patronus is it Anyway?
Our hosts have a compelling theory for who could have a mouse Patronus. Lockhart. Enough said.
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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8 JAN 2025 · All about this Patronus form:
- One of the oldest surviving dog breeds, hailing to Roman times.
- Has a short black coat with rust markings.
- Have always been working dogs.
- Often associated with being hellhounds or aggressive guard dogs.
- Amy shares the adorableness of the Carl book series.
Personality Traits:
- Loyal
- Hardworker
- Protective
- Suspicious
- Intelligent
- Stubborn
Patronus Feud:
Stephanie wants to know why a rottweiler and not other “bully breeds” made the list of corporeal Patronuses.
Whose Patronus is it Anyway?
Amy pulls a suggestion from left field (Kendra Dumbledore) and wows us all with the accuracy.
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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