In this episode of the Book Club Podcast, host Carly, an Elder Millennial, is joined by guest Jenni to discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling. The episode delves into personal anecdotes about discovering the series, revisiting the story, and its impact on their generation. They explore the book's plot, character relationships, societal themes, and the broader Harry Potter universe. The conversation also touches on the challenges and emotional aspects of revisiting beloved childhood books, the portrayal of female characters, and the movie adaptation's strengths and weaknesses. Tune in next month for a discussion on William Goldman’s The Princess Bride!

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00:00 The Goblet of Fire Chooses Harry

00:45 Welcome to the Book Club Podcast

01:02 Personal Harry Potter Journeys

03:50 Discussing the Goblet of Fire

05:12 Summary of the Goblet of Fire

12:14 Wizarding World and Muggle Relations

21:01 Rita Skeeter and Journalism

24:59 Impact of Cedric's Death

36:01 Revisiting Harry Potter

38:35 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Initial Impressions

38:59 Breaking Rules: A Millennial Perspective

39:24 Generational Differences and Rule-Breaking

47:22 The Importance of Genuine Connection

52:25 Female Characters in Harry Potter

58:32 The Hero's Journey and Millennial Reflections

01:03:01 Movie Adaptation: Hits and Misses

01:07:20 Final Thoughts and Next Book Discussion