• Historical Origins of Harry Potter Monsters

  • May 8 2024
  • Length: 42 mins
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Historical Origins of Harry Potter Monsters

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  • ***Spoiler Alert: this episode contains spoilers for the Harry Potter books and films***


    Giant snakes, winged horses and hooded demons. The world of Harry Potter is full of bizarre and terrifying beasts... but what are the origins of these mythical creatures? To discuss this, Anthony and Maddy met with Ceri Houlbrook, folklorist and lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire.


    Produced and edited by Tom Delargy. Senior Producer is Charlotte Long.


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