Books and Butterbeer
Books and Butterbeer is a podcast hosted by Johnna and Katie, where they revisit the stories that ignited their love for reading. Each episode takes listeners on a journey back to the books that captured their imaginations and kept them turning pages late into the night. From the enchanting world of Harry Potter to other beloved tales, Johnna and Katie explore the stories that sparked the magic of storytelling. Grab a butterbeer and join them as they dive into the books that shaped their hearts and minds.
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This week on Books and Butterbeer, we brew up some Polyjuice Potion and kick off a brand-new game! We also take a mini deep dive into phoenixes, thanks to Dumbledore’s loyal bird, Fawkes — who looks worse for wear before showing us the magic of rebirth. Meanwhile, the trio’s plan to uncover the truth about what’s happening at Hogwarts — and to find the Chamber of Secrets — begins to take shape.
Join us this week as we dive into Chapter 11 of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets: The Duelling Club! Lockhart, in all his usual flair, tries (and fails) to teach Hogwarts students the fine art of wizard dueling. What begins as a staged demonstration quickly spirals into chaos when Harry unexpectedly speaks Parseltongue in front of everyone — raising questions, suspicions, and fear among his classmates. We break down the tens...
This week on Books and Butterbeer, we’re diving into Chapter 10: The Rogue Bludger. Our game is “Remedy or Rubbish,” where we try to decide which medications are real and which ones are totally fake. In this chapter, we see just how far Lockhart’s vanity goes — from handing out signed detention slips to happily giving Hermione his autograph (and calling her the “most brilliant witch of her age”). Meanwhile, Gryffindor faces off in ...
This week on Books and Butterbeer, we dive into Chapter 9 of The Chamber of Secrets: The Writing on the Wall. Our game asks: how would YOU end up petrified by the basilisk? Harry, Ron, and Hermione get caught at the scene of Mrs. Norris’s petrification — the classic case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. We also notice something unusual about Ginny Weasley and explore why the rest of the students suddenly start avoidin...
This week we’re diving into TWO chapters of Chamber of Secrets — Chapter 7: Mudbloods and Murmurs and Chapter 8: The Deathday Party. Gryffindor’s Quidditch practice gets interrupted by Slytherin’s “special meeting,” and Harry and Ron land themselves in detention with none other than Gilderoy Lockhart (yes, even writing his fan mail). We’ll talk about Hagrid’s treacle fudge, imagine what our own “Deathday Parties” might look like, a...
This week, we meet the new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, Gilderoy Lockhart. Chapter 6’s game is Lockhart’s Spells, where the magic goes wrong — just like in class! We dive into Lockhart’s larger-than-life personality, Ron’s unforgettable Howler from Mrs. Weasley, and our first encounter with Mandrakes in Herbology. Plus, a new character enters the scene: first-year Colin Creevey, eager to meet Harry. And of course, we’ll t...
Join us this week as we dive into Chapter 5 of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets: “The Whomping Willow.” This week’s game is Detention Ideas — perfect timing, because Ron and Harry might need some after this chapter!
After the Weasley twins once stole the family’s flying car to rescue Harry from the Dursleys, this time Ron and Harry take it for themselves to get to Hogwarts. But their grand entrance turns disastrous when they ...
Join us this week as we dive into chapter 4; At Flourish and Blotts. We explore Harry's first trip via Floo Powder, and what went wrong. We, once again, have a different game. We are introduced to the new "Defense Against the Dark Arts" teacher and famous author, Gilderoy Lockhart. We hope you enjoy this exciting week into Harry Potter: and the Chamber of Secrets.
Join us this week as we discuss Chapter 3 of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets! We kick off with a fun new quiz—how would Mr. Weasley enchant everyday Muggle objects? Then we dive into the chaos of de-gnoming the garden and unpack the Weasleys’ priceless reactions to the twins flying the Ford Anglia to rescue Harry. Would you have cheered them on or grounded them for life?
Join us this week as we start to dive into Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. We will discuss chapter 1 and 2, The Worst Birthday and Dobby's Warning. We take a deep dive into the the world of house elves. Will Harry accept Dobby's warning? or risk his life for another year with his friends at Hogwarts?
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As we take one more week away from reading Harry Potter, we’re exploring the life and work of one of today’s most influential authors: Suzanne Collins. Join Johnna as she dives into what inspired Collins to write The Hunger Games series, the depth behind the characters she created, and how her storytelling left a lasting impact on Johnna's personally and leadership.
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This week on Books and Butterbeer, we're still taking a break from reading—but that doesn’t mean we’re short on fun! Join us for a round of logic puzzles and clever riddles. Can you solve them faster than our hosts? Test your wits, play along, and see how well you fare in this brain-tickling episode!
Ever wonder what we loved to read outside the world of Harry Potter? As we gear up for Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, we’re sharing a few mini episodes! In this one, Katie dives into her childhood favorites like Junie B. Jones and The Magic Tree House, the books that hooked her on reading (Divergent, Hunger Games), and her go-to authors today. Whether you’re looking for new reads or just curious about Katie’s bookshelf, t...
Go back through with us as we reflect on our first recording and why we are doing this reread podcast and what got us into reading. We hope you enjoy listening to this rerelease of our very first episode!
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Welcome to the Books and Butterbeer Podcast. We hope that you enjoy going through the stories that shaped us. Join us every Thursday as we revisit the books that brought us such joy.
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We did it! We made it through Book 1 of Harry Potter! Join us on the episode as we go through a special rewatch episode of Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone. We revisit favorite scenes and not so favorite scenes from the movie. We learn some of the behind the scenes from director Christopher Columbus through the ten year anniversary directors commentary. We dissect the differences between the book and the movie.
We’ve reached the epic finale of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone! In this episode, Harry comes face to face with the real villain behind the year’s mysteries. Who is he really—and why does he have such hatred for Harry? Will Harry survive this final confrontation? And is this truly the end… or just the beginning?
We’ll also explore what happens after the battle: the fate of the Sorcerer’s Stone, how the school year wraps up, a...
Join us this week as we dive into one of the most suspenseful chapters of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. With finals underway at Hogwarts, Harry is plagued by strange nightmares that hint at something sinister. As he, Ron, and Hermione dig deeper, they discover that the trap door is guarded by a fearsome three-headed dog named Fluffy. How do they get past the beast—and what lies beyond? Is the Sorcerer’s Stone really safe? ...
Join us this week as we explore the forbidden territory of the Forbidden Forest at Hogwarts in Chapter 15 of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. With final exams approaching, tensions are high—and things only get worse when Hermione, Harry, Neville, and Draco lose points for being out of bed after hours. Was Professor McGonagall fair in her punishment? Gryffindor loses its lead in the House Cup, and Harry faces backlash from his...
"Well, well, well — we are in trouble..." or at least Harry and Hermione are. Join us this week as we explore the wild and fiery events of Chapter 14 of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone! As Hogwarts students prepare for the end of term, something far more exciting is brewing in Hagrid’s hut—a baby dragon! We dive into the magical world of dragons, their habitats, and the surprising uses of dragon’s blood. You won’t want to mis...
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