by Prof. Julian Wamble
Instead of seeing criticism as an indication of not liking something, Professor Julian Wamble invites listeners of <i>Critical Magic Theory</i> to explore the things about the characters, plot points, and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter broadly that have always given them pause or made them smile without knowing why. It is in this navigation of the positive and the negative aspects of a world that we find true magic.
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April 30, 2025
Minerva McGonagall's silent suffering is explored, revealing how expectations of strength and fairness intersect with patriarchy and pureblood supremacy, ultimately questioning the fairness of judging her more harshly than male counterparts.
April 23, 2025
The hosts of Critical Magic Theory analyze Remus Lupin's character in Harry Potter, exploring themes of shame, societal monsters, and the struggle for humanity, while addressing J.K. Rowling's trans-exclusionary views in an interview.
April 16, 2025
Why didn’t Lupin ever write to Harry? Why did he run from Tonks? And how does someone who survives so much still feel like they deserve so little?<br /><br />In this soul-stirring episode of <i>Critical Magic Theory</i>, Professor Julian Wamble peels back the layers of Remus Lupin—the beloved professor, the loyal Marauder, and the walking embodiment of internalized shame. Drawing from 700+ listener survey responses, Prof. Wamble explores how Lupin’s trauma, marginalization, and deep-rooted self-doubt shape not just his choices, but how <i>we</i> judge them. <br /><br />Stick around for a powerful final reflection that reframes Lupin not as a failure, but as a survivor—someone marked not by the moon, but by the shame a broken world handed him.<br /> <br />Special thanks to our newest <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/CriticalMagicTheory" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Patreon</a> <b>Deep Divers</b>: Gelsey, Kayla, Jeni, Mehrunissa, Sara! Thanks so much for your support and contributions to this community.<br /><br />And <b>don’t forget</b> to join the post-episode chat on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/CriticalMagicTheory" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Patreon</a>—because we’ve <i>got</i> to talk more about this one.<br /><br />Be critical. Stay magical.
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