Justice For Dean Thomas- A Harry Potter Podcast

About Justice For Dean Thomas- A Harry Potter Podcast

#JusticeForDeanThomas is a groundbreaking podcast that re-examines J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World through a unique lens, spotlighting the experiences of black characters and other marginalized figures in the magical realm. Hosted by Kevin, Chantae, CJ and Natasha, the podcast dives deep into the less-explored narratives, bringing to the forefront the stories of characters like Dean Thomas, who represent diversity and complexity but often remain in the background of the main narrative. Each episode, #JusticeForDeanThomas explores themes of race, representation, and inclusion within the Wizarding World through a light fictionalized court case determining who needs the most justice form that episode. The podcast critically analyzes how these themes are woven into the story's fabric and how they resonate with broader social and cultural issues. Listeners are invited on a journey that goes beyond the conventional plotlines, discussing the significance of Dean Thomas' background, his evolution throughout the series, and his impact as a character of color in a predominantly white magical community. The podcast also shines a light on other characters who inhabit the margins of the story, exploring their potential and the deeper meanings behind their narratives. #JusticeForDeanThomas is more than a podcast; it's a movement. It's about reimagining a beloved world through a more inclusive lens and giving voice to those characters who have been overlooked. It's a platform for critical discussions, engaging storytelling, and a celebration of diversity within the enchanting and complex world of Harry Potter. Join us every week for a magical, insightful, and thought-provoking journey that seeks not only to entertain but also to enlighten, as we strive for justice not just for Dean Thomas, but for all characters who deserve their moment in the spotlight.

Publisher

Kevin Gilreath

Category

arts · arts · tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

9 Jan 2024

Latest episode

16 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

22 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Jun 2026

   Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Chapters 19-22: Justice for Black Sirius Black

   Kevin, Chantae, CJ, and Natasha are closing out Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban with chapters 19–22, and the ending is doing a LOT. Sirius Black finally tells his side of the story, Peter Pettigrew gets exposed, Remus Lupin’s secret blows up, Snape turns peak hater, and Harry gets the closest thing he’s had to real family — only for it to slip away almost immediately. Then Hermione pulls out the Time-Turner and suddenly we’re saving hippogriffs, dodging Dementors, and asking why Hogwarts is always one bad adult decision away from disaster. After the recap, we’re getting into the bigger conversation: did Harry choose mercy, justice, or just the possibility of having family? Because letting Peter live was morally understandable… but whew, the consequences are nasty. Plus, we talk Sirius, Lupin, Snape, Dumbledore’s chaos-management style, Hermione carrying the plot in her backpack, and why this book’s ending hits harder than people remember.

2. 

   13 May 2026

   Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Chapters 15-18: Power of Friendship

   This week, we recap Chapters 15 through 18 and then get into the moment where this story really flips the table. What looked simple at first starts getting a whole lot messier, and we spend time unpacking what happens when the version of the truth everyone accepted begins to fall apart. As secrets come out, the conversation shifts into betrayal, loyalty, and how quickly a false story can ruin lives when the wrong person gets blamed. We talk about how this stretch of the book redefines who the real threat is, what the Marauders’ history adds to everything, and why this part of the story hits so hard emotionally. We also dig into the larger idea underneath it all: how broken systems, half-truths, and fear can make justice almost impossible to find.

3. 

   29 Apr 2026

   Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Chapters 11-14: There is no safer place than Hogwarts

   This week, we recap Chapters 11 through 14 and then get into one of the biggest things bubbling under the surface of this part of the story: Hermione is doing entirely too much. What starts as a chapter review turns into a conversation about pressure, burnout, and what it means to be the person everyone depends on while nobody seems to notice you’re barely holding it together. We talk about how the stress is starting to show, how it’s affecting the group dynamic, and how the adults in the wizarding world have a real talent for letting children carry ridiculous amounts of responsibility. We also touch on the bigger picture—how fairness, power, and consequences don’t always hit evenly depending on who you are and who’s in your corner.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.3 / 5

7 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 25 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

19

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

77

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