A Harry Potter Podcast: Shell Cottage Radio

In this episode, we dive into Chapter 26: The Second Task from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! The Triwizard Tournament continues as Harry faces the murky depths of the Black Lake in a race against time. Who will he choose to rescue? And how will he breathe underwater for an hour?

We’ll explore the magic, the strategy, and the emotional stakes of this iconic moment—from gillyweed to grindylows to the mystery of merpeople. Whet...

It's time to finish what we started ;) ... Ez, Lottie, and Lucas are back to give you our thoughts on Harry Potter's journey in the Triwizard Tournament ... the Tournament that Dumbledore should have never allowed Harry to compete in but here we are! In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 25 "The Egg and the Eye":

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In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 24 "Rita Skeeter's Scoop":

Also, the clock is ticking for Harry to solve the mystery of the Golden Egg and prepare for the Second Task...he should probably put his pride and jealousy aside and listen to Cedric's advice

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In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 23 "The Yule Ball":

Christmas at Hogwarts is here! The castle and grounds look like a winter wonderland. The students are enjoying their break, some amazing holiday food, and wild snowball fights outside. But get ready for some teenage DRAMA at the Yule Ball....

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Happy December! It’s cozy season 🎄 and that magical time of the year! 🪄

Fleur and Bill have been afm (away from mics) for a little bit but for good reasons! This episode is all about our exciting life updates and how the podcast continues in 2025 😊

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In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 22 "The Unexpected Task":

This week's chapter is leading right up to the Yule Ball! Rumors at Hogwarts are flying and we get tons of teenage drama all revolving around the big question WHO IS GOING WITH WHO?!

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In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 21 "The House-Elf Liberation Front":

Hermione finally figures out how to get to the kitchens (thanks to Fred) but when she drags Harry and Ron down there, it is not to run another S.P.E.W. campaign... she's excited to show Harry that someone he knows is now working at Hogwarts - it's Dobby! The elf also brought the newly-freed Winky with...

In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 20 "The First Task":

The prospect of facing a dragon can be a huge motivation for extra studying. After Harry figures out (with a little help of our kind Prof. Croody) that he should fly to get passed the dragon and that he will need to summon his broom during the task, he and Hermione practice the charm over and over and over again until deep i...

In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 19 "The Hungarian Horntail":

In this chapter Harry is drowning in dread and anxiety with the First Task drawing nearer. Ron still won't talk to him and Hermione can't really help him either. But then Hagrid asks him to come down and see him at midnight...to show him something important. Harry can't believe his eyes. A bit of a walk a...

In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 18 "The Weighing of the Wands":

First of all HAPPY 100th Episode!!!!!!!🥳 Thank you guys so much for sticking around for so long. We couldn't have done it without you and it brings us so much joy sharing our love for this magical story with all of you 🙏🏻

Make sure you enter our giveaway in which you can win 1 out of 3 Hedwig owl plushies (...

Hello Friends, we are back! Lottie is back! We are excited for the Fall season and thought we'd ease back into podcasting with a few Cottage Updates and a nice little discussion about the TV series!

Come on in, light your candles, grab a warm cup of coffee, cocoa, tea, some snacky snacks, and make yourself at home! Sit back and venture with us through the magical world of Harry Potter. If you have thoughts and theories please s...

In this episode we discuss 9 different theories on how the great duel between Albus Dumbledore and Gellert Grindelwald was actually decided. Some of these might surprise you!

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Come on in, light your candles, grab a warm cup of coffee, cocoa, tea, some snacky snacks, and make yourself at home! Sit back and venture with us through the magical world of Harry Potter. If you...

In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 17 "The Four Champions":

No one believes Harry that he didn't put his name into the Goblet of Fire...but the problem is even if he didn't, he has entered a BINDING contract that FORCES him to compete as the 4th champion in the Triwizard Tournament (although no one tell us what happens if he doesn't...). Worst of all - even his best f...

In this episode we discuss our experience at the Wizardly Weekend of Kent or what used to be "Potterfest" as well as some other Fandom conventions including the evolution of LeakyCon 2025!

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In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 16 "The Goblet of Fire":

Ron keeps fanboying over Krum as well as his future sister in law, the trio spends a cozy day at Hagrid's hut (who forgets all about them when he sees Madam Maxime) and at the end of the Halloween feast, the champions are selected by the Goblet of Fire. Here we go again...every single time we read this series, someho...

In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 15 "Beauxbatons and Durmstrang":

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Welcome to Hedwig and the Goblet of Orange Juice! Our girl is working overtime lately. But Sirius made it safely back to Britain. We also get some insights on what it feels like to be under the Imperius Curse. And...

In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 14 "The Unforgivable Curses":

Dumbledore and "Moody" decided to teach Unforgivable Curses not just to 6th years anymore but already to 4th year students! As Sirius says Dumbly is reading the signs...so are Harry and Ron in their Divination homework sesh! 🔮🌙✨ Is there really any doubt that at least one of those two is a true Seer?

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In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 13 "Mad-Eye Moody":

Ezra's fellow badger, and Lottie's fellow Berliner is back in the cottage as our guest host this week. Join us as we discuss the many different classes Harry and Ron are taking this chapter, as well as our planetary zodiac charts with Rike! 🏹🐐🏺*shoutout to Prof. Trelawney 💟*

Also, let's not forget about the fam...

In this episode we discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - Chapter Chapter 12 "The Triwizard Tournament":

We must have had a bit too much giggle water this episode 🥛😜 Join us as the trio arrive at Hogwarts, watch Dennis Creevey and the other first-years get sorted, and witness the arrival of Professor Mad-Eye Moody, aka - spoiler alert - Barty Crouch Jr.! Finally, Dumbledore announces that this year, Hogwarts will be...