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The Free Press
The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling
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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4.6 stars from 8,605 ratings
Flawless podcast
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“Megan is an exceptional interviewer - intelligent, insightful, and empathetic. Exactly the right person to tackle this subject sensitively. And huge kudos to Joanne Rowling for choosing this platform to give her side.”
jejdjned via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/30/23
Fantastic show
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“This was so well done! The level of respect, nuance, and critical thinking brought to these complex and emotional topics was impressive and much needed. Very thought-provoking and important! I will likely relisten to the whole show to pick up details I missed the first time. Thank you for doing...”Read full review »
DrJennsDen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/23
Great Podcast
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“Thoughtful & thought provoking. Very well done.”
Libbygrass via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/23
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Host Megan Phelps-Roper asks J.K. Rowling to respond to pushback from some of her critics. The two also discuss the difficulty of discernment—why it can be so hard to know what’s right.
Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn and Emily...
Published 03/28/23
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Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, Megan Phelps-Roper, and Candace Mittel Kahn, with special thanks to Emily Yoffe.
Published 03/21/23
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