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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.
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    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
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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.
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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.
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    56 mins
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Interesting, to say the least.

J.K's own voice, her truth. Looking forward to part 2. Will definitely follow her story. An ordinary woman...

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Excellent documentary style podcast

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.

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very interesting

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

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Brilliant

Excellent interview and podcast. It should be compulsory listening for those people who have abused Jo Rowling. She is not remotely transphobic

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very good

Nice to hear a sane argument. on both sides of this argument. Still stand with JK though👍🏼

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Incredible podcast

This podcast was brilliant. It was really well put together and a collection of really interesting conversations. I would highly recommend.

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Illuminating

Very in depth and informative. I have been looking forward to this. I love the intermingling of historical context of production and how people are trying to ban her again today. But JK has made such a wonderful world in her books and continues to prove herself as pure of heart, She will never bow #ISTANDWITHJKROWLING

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Measured, insightful & informative

Amazing podcast on a highly toxic debate. Balanced and compelling, informative and disturbing - would highly recommend!

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Brilliant!

This has to be one of the best podcasts I’ve listened to for ages. Such a contentious topic but well worth taking the time to listen to BOTH sides. A lot to consider and reflect upon.

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Thought provoking

This series gives an engaging and thoughtful look into the ideas of cancel culture and considers how fear is deterring those with valid arguments from raising questions about what some believe are subjects that are not up for discussion. I’m not a Harry Potter fan and before this I wasn’t aware of the intricacies of what J K Rowling had said - but it’s clear both sides of this dispute have valid points. JKR is clearly well versed on this matter, has arguable concerns and is willing to debate. That someone should receive such threats for voicing an opinion is demonstrably a very concerning moment in our history.

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