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“If anything, Rowling is repeatedly asked to defend her view, while the other side is asked to explain in a much more superficial manner. It exposes two things. One is that on an individual level, those featured are good honest people. The other is that those who believe in gender ideology are...”Read full review »
beesandweeds via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/24
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“Eye opening”
Rcacheton01 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/24
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“I absolutely love how both sides get equal time and respect to present their arguments. There is no yelling, shutting down, or avoiding the hard questions. I really hope that our culture can learn to use the compassionate approach presented in this podcast as an example for discourse about...”Read full review »
Emfullthom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/24
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“An in depth analysis of Rowling’s unique fandom and the consequences of voicing her opinions to them. The podcast covers the vitriol of her attackers and the closing of debate that is the true threat to discourse. The host covers multiple viewpoints to allow the listener to come to a deeper...”Read full review »
Niagara Peach via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/13/24
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“Before you rail against Rowling, listen. You may not like her perspective, but it’s so reasonable. It’s not the least bit unkind. Can we, as a culture, learn to disagree without canceling or vilifying those we disagree with? We’ve lost the ability to talk. Thank you, J.K., for standing up here.”
casers87 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/24
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“I am so grateful for this thoughtful podcast. It has really touched me and exemplifies to me the flavour in which this discussion needs to be held - deeply grappling with the grey while remaining open and respectful.”
No time to shop via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/11/24
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“First of all - both the voices: the Host’s and Rowling’s - are beautiful to listen to. Such polished and soothing tones and words. Illuminating explanations and descriptions - and bravery on both their parts. I understand so much more now of Rowling’s position. I hope that there is another series...”Read full review »
Everygal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/24
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“I have listened to this twice now; the first time when it first came out and then again more recently given recent offensive tweets written by JKR. In light of recent events, a lot of the consideration and understanding portrayed by JKR now comes across as blatant lies and hypocrisy. I would urge...”Read full review »
Markybee via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/08/24
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“I thought I loved JK before this I am absolutely stunned by her well thought out eloquent responses. A childhood hero turning out to be an amazing role model for women and girls everywhere.”
pollyusman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/24
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“A wonderful and sensitive exploration of this issue which seems to be floundering in our polarised society. A breath of fresh air. Quietly unpicking the tangled thread and inviting deep and soul searching questions. I sincerely hope this series will help create a foundation for dialogue and...”Read full review »
Georgeeeee1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/04/24
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“This is the best podcast I’ve ever listened to. Once I realized the truly awful reality of the situation, all I could feel was sadness. But I now feel some optimism, maybe naively. The more I can truly define the problem, the easier it will be to work for change.”
Me1010101 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/24
“I only knew a vague amount about the JK Rowling transphobia scandal, and this was a really refreshing and fascinating analysis of it and the wider context. Really worth listening to.”
Megan T 111 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/03/24
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“I love a podcast that enables you to see complex issues from more than one perspective and leave you rethinking your own thoughts. Very well done!”
Beetles mimi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/24
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“As a huge Harry Potter fan, a parent and a teacher I found this podcast very interesting. I do not agree with book banning or book burning. But I don’t think this podcast paid enough attention to age appropriateness. Harry Potter is not a book for elementary school kids, they do get very dark....”Read full review »
mrcp71 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/24
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“Thought provoking and challenging but never threatening. It was a well balanced and thoughtful exploration into the who’s and why’s and made me really look at my own beliefs too. Phenomenal work, Megan and team!”
BrAlWh via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/02/24
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“This was such a thoughtful discussion and was so well produced. I flew through all episodes in a few days.”
crizzle84 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/24
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“Meagan is easily one of the most intelligent and important podcasters around.
Amazing work. Flawless. Effortlessly giving voice to both sides of a profound idealogical abyss.”
Botrightus via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/29/24
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“A reviewer pointed out that 36% of transgender’s experienced sexual assault in gender specific bathrooms. Were those assaults in male only bathrooms? If that’s the case, would one conclude that JK is accurate when stating that it is biological males that are unsafe. And the violence that occurs...”Read full review »
science please via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/24
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“Personally very much enjoyed the humanity in this open heartfelt dialogue!”
Stephyannis via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
03/24/24
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“From learning more about the hate in online forums to even what a terf is. Even with deep understanding not all will share the same opinions. I feel like I grew from this yet am sad to hear so many feeling hatred towards others who simply express their concerns. Something has been lost in the...”Read full review »
Hello?? via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/24
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“Podcast was so well done. Also very informative.”
Griffin from 780 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/22/24
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“Thought provoking and exceptionally well researched. Megan succeeds in sharing multiple points of views on a current and controversial subject. I left with more questions and deep need to reflect on how to make sense of these issues from my own perspective. I hope for more of this intelligent and...”Read full review »
KTrockstar via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/20/24
“From the start this podcast tackled many of the questions I have been asking myself. And right when I felt comfortable in all of that it made me really think about some of my own assumptions. The people she interviewed for this series offer some incredible insights both personal and...”Read full review »
Chudder1962 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/20/24
“I loved the history of the rise of social media and the impact it has had in terms of ostracizing, bullying, and trolling. This part was very educational and convincing to me.
When it comes to questions of transgender identity and rights it came up short. There were basic issues that went...”Read full review »
doc javago via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/24
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“JK will end up in the right side of history. Free speech is always the right side of history. Kudos to the producers and JK. Stop the madness. Nothing is more Delores Umbridge than taking out people who you disagree with. And nothing is more bizarre than hating women for wanting to maintain their...”Read full review »
Anonomyssy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/19/24
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“This deserves more than 5 stars in my opinion. Eloquently presents both sides, the history behind J.K.’s condemnation, wonderfully written and immersive. Thank you!”
fauxfish! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/19/24
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“We have nothing as a human community if we don’t have open dialogue. Megan and team - thank you for this amazing and well constructed podcast. I am inspired to listen more, learn more and be part of the dialogue.”
LinleyP via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/16/24
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“Such a well-rounded look at the issues behind what’s going on in culture. Thank you for sharing the importance of real conversation-asking questions to understand.”
Ixxrxxxaxx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/24
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“Amazing investigative reporting, interesting interviews, & amazing production quality. Only season 1 is out at the time of me writing this & I hope they are able to have more episodes to round it all out.”
McAwesomeSAHM via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/24
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“Incredible reporting. Absolutely beautifully nuanced discussions from all sides on this issue. A breath of fresh air. Thank you!”
Caterinanz via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
03/09/24
“Could not say enough good things about this excellent podcast exploring the rift between JK Rowling and some of the folks involved in the trans rights movement. Conversations like this may help us find our best way toward the protection of human rights, safety and dignity for all people. And the...”Read full review »
PrivacyJD via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/08/24
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“Wunderbarer Podcast der die Geschichte der Harry-Potter Erschafferin erzählt und dabei nicht nur auf aktuelle Ereignisse eingeht sondern auf die der letzen 30 Jahre. Immer wieder unterstützt durch Interviews von interessanten Personen. Auch von Transpersonen die darlegen warum Sie J.K. Rowling...”Read full review »
DanyDeluxe via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
03/08/24
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“One of the best things I have ever listened to. I learned a lot, gained a wider perspective, and now have a lot to ponder. Everyone should listen to this. Megan Phelps-Roper and her team deserve an award.”
Erin.4 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“I’m obsessed. This was SO well done. So thoughtful, explores both sides of the argument (which is really rare to find nowadays) and doesn’t fully persuade you to think one way or another but to question why you feel that way. I cannot recommend this enough.”
j-skaaa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“Had this recommended by a friend, she described it as an ‘unbiased look into the issue’ and I would agree. Extremely interesting way to unpick both sides of an argument.”
hgor27 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/04/24
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“I loved this podcast. I’ve listened to it twice. Listening is the key here and it’s something that bad actors don’t engage in. The hear what the expect someone to say and disregard nuance as unimportant. This was a great podcast not just due to the discussion of this particular very difficult...”Read full review »
AmyGeebers via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/02/24
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“Too long* cough cough * but it’s great! Just shorten it a bit 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼♥️♥️ love ot”
Potter head♥️ via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/28/24
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“This is an incredible work. Thank you for this, I will pass this along.”
PickleOfTheNorth via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/27/24
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“Incredible!”
NickPappa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/24
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“Thought provoking and super engaging. It’s helped open my eyes and my heart to new perspectives.”
MarylandTransplant via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/24
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“Great podcast all the way until she asks the difference between a child going out to fight a dark wizard and a child undergoing gender reassignment.
Can’t be smart 100% of the time.”
Kimmyfi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/24
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“I really enjoyed this, it challenged a lot of my thoughts and beliefs on both sides of the equation”
chandoulis via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/19/24
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“This podcast gives a great thorough look at everything from the evolution of modern internet culture all the way to Harry Potter. Super interesting”
Sorority girl 14642 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/24
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“Very interesting and polarised topic. So important to talk about it!”
lchno2 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
02/17/24
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“Actions speak louder than words.”
champrjk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/24
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“A thorough look at a specific person’s specific opinion with broad, excellent evaluation of all perspectives. The issue of transgenderism and sex and gender identity politics is a topic that many reporters and ordinary people have become afraid to question or examine openly, and that tension and...”Read full review »
Colinthehippie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/24
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“I’ll be honest, I was initially skeptical about this podcast for how it might cause further harm to the trans community. While it poses some interesting questions (that are relevant to anyone who feels we are living in an ever increasingly polarised world) I don’t think Rowling was challenged...”Read full review »
Meeeeksy via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/12/24
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“Very well done. The story telling was very thorough. This is an extremely nuanced issue and it was treated as such giving all the different sides and perspective's. Bravo to Megan Phelps-Roper on some of the most honest and objective reporting I’ve heard.”Read full review »
Chantalmarie89 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/10/24
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“Right Ring propaganda”
Dorman88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/24
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“Binged in 2 evenings, will be thinking about it for a long time now”
Nejafeja via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/08/24
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