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Through the Griffin Door

Through the Griffin Door

By: Super Carlin Brothers
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Join Harry Potter experts J and Ben Carlin of the Super Carlin Brothers YouTube show in a chapter-by-chapter read-through of the entire Harry Potter Saga from "The Boy Who Lived" to "The Flaw in the Plan."

These two brothers have made a career of studying and discussing the Wizarding World and invite you to join them on an in-depth analysis of the story from start to finish. We plan to explore our favorite moments and characters, discuss fan theories, and the art of a good plot hole.

(This show will contain spoilers for the whole series)

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  • Chapter 30: The Pensive | Goblet of Fire

    Chapter 30: The Pensive | Goblet of Fire
    Jun 15 2025

    This episode is sponsored by Pair Eyewear – Go to paireyewear.com and use code 'GRIFFIN' for 15% off your first pair.


    Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 30 of the Goblet of Fire and discuss Dumbledore’s office, Fawkes, mechanics of the magic, Karkaroff’s trial, meeting the real Moody, Ludo Bagman’s trial, Barty Crouch Jr.’s trial, and telling Dumbledore about the dream.


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    Barty Crouch Jr’s HORCRUX - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65lQwtFLD40


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    Dumbledore’s Big Plan: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLHeqkcn5RTfMVfRN3VwYN4trN0CXIBxI&si=sEacnvbgAtkL22Jn

    What If Harry Was in Slytherin: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLHeqkcn5RTcJm1P391rp3tl8W0_ksFwc&si=LwKyPy-69M7GgVqn

    Edited by :: Ethan Edghill





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    2 hrs and 4 mins
  • Chapter 29: The Dream | Goblet of Fire

    Chapter 29: The Dream | Goblet of Fire
    Jun 8 2025

    This episode is sponsored by Pair Eyewear – Go to paireyewear.com and use code 'GRIFFIN' for 15% off your first pair.


    Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 29 of the Goblet of Fire and discuss the golden trio theororizing, running into the twins, BCJ having a horcrux, practicing for the third task, the actual dream and Harry overhearing convenient plot points


    Relevant Links:

    Hogwarts is Alive - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXP7mZUQhJA&t=6s


    THROUGH THE GRIFFIN TOUR MIDWEST TICKETS ARE ON SALE RIGHT NOW

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    Midwest Tour Dates:

    Indianapolis, IN - 9/16

    St. Louis, MO - 9/17a

    Des Moines, IA - 9/19

    St. Paul, MN - 9/20

    Milwaukee, WI - 9/21

    Chicago, IL - 9/23

    Detroit, MI - 9/24

    Cleveland, OH - 9/25


    Get your Sorting Candle HERE: https://carlinbrothersmercantile.com/products/the-sorting-candle


    Support us on Patreon AND GET YOUR GUMPSTER FIRE PIN: http://patreon.com/ThroughtheGriffinDoor

    Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEscP6ETYXWSSvsNrDHekMQ

    Follow us on twitter: https://twitter.com/GriffinDoorPod

    Follow SCB on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlinbrothers/

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    Want more Harry Potter Content?

    Harry Potter Theories: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLHeqkcn5RTcbxi40YpdLla30rsxtizc7&si=SAPeUtfANZZHoK84

    Dumbledore’s Big Plan: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLHeqkcn5RTfMVfRN3VwYN4trN0CXIBxI&si=sEacnvbgAtkL22Jn

    What If Harry Was in Slytherin: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLHeqkcn5RTcJm1P391rp3tl8W0_ksFwc&si=LwKyPy-69M7GgVqn

    Edited by :: Ethan Edghill



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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Chapter 28: The Madness of Mr. Crouch | Goblet of Fire

    Chapter 28: The Madness of Mr. Crouch | Goblet of Fire
    Jun 1 2025

    Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 28 of the Goblet of Fire and discuss King George, Percy’s redundant letter, Winkey and her hiccups, owl talk, Hermione’s hate mail, NIFFLERS!!! Leprechaun gold, Mrs. Weasley’s reaction to the article, Krum taking Harry aside and finding Mr. Crouch raving.


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    St. Louis, MO - 9/17a

    Des Moines, IA - 9/19

    St. Paul, MN - 9/20

    Milwaukee, WI - 9/21

    Chicago, IL - 9/23

    Detroit, MI - 9/24

    Cleveland, OH - 9/25


    Get your Sorting Candle HERE: https://carlinbrothersmercantile.com/products/the-sorting-candle


    Support us on Patreon: http://patreon.com/ThroughtheGriffinDoor

    Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEscP6ETYXWSSvsNrDHekMQ

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    Follow SCB on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlinbrothers/

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    Want more Harry Potter Content?

    Harry Potter Theories: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLHeqkcn5RTcbxi40YpdLla30rsxtizc7&si=SAPeUtfANZZHoK84

    Dumbledore’s Big Plan: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLHeqkcn5RTfMVfRN3VwYN4trN0CXIBxI&si=sEacnvbgAtkL22Jn

    What If Harry Was in Slytherin: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLHeqkcn5RTcJm1P391rp3tl8W0_ksFwc&si=LwKyPy-69M7GgVqn

    Edited by :: Isybelle Christley



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    2 hrs and 1 min
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Heyyy fandom Brothers !!!

long time fan here, since 2014 and now my 10yr old loves your channel too!

I see this podcast is tagged as political and government... there for I will theme my question...

which government leader (or political figure) is the one that would win your vote? use characters from all wizarding world, so fantastic beasts too.
:)

tagged as politics?!?!

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This podcast is what actually got me to finally listen to an audiobook of the series (the Stephen Fry ones) and wanted to say thanks! Though i'm only about halfway through your read-through of chamber of secrets, i have just gotten to Voldemort's revival in the Goblet Of Fire! Now, a question if i may ask.... I'm not at Deathly Hallows yet, so i don't know if it answers it, but do you think that Wormtail could've escapen his death by turning into a rat...? And with that- what happens to his hand if he turns into a rat?? Well, that's the question. I hope you guys have a great read of the Goblet Of Fire!

Thank you guys!

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these guys know harry potter by heart and love to deep dive in every part of it.
the have so much fun in doing it you get addicted

always so much fun

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A British listener here! I’ve been a long watcher of the YouTube channel, I think for about 8 years now. My younger brother and I watch you guys together and see a lot of ourselves in you, both of us being massively passionate and knowledge Harry Potter fans too.
The podcast is just the greatest, I listen to every episode whilst I’m in work and I am constantly finding myself wanting each episode to be longer! The in-depth analysis and commentary is just the perfect style to delving into the books for the hundredth time.
My question for you is this - besides the big 3 (Dumbledore, Voldemort and Grindelwald) who do you think are the top ten most powerful witches and wizards alive during the series?

Keep up the good work and see you in another life brother!

Guys You’re On a Roll!

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The Super Carlin Brothers' Harry Potter podcast is a magical delight for fans. J and Ben Carlin's witty banter, deep knowledge, and genuine passion for the wizarding world create an engaging and enjoyable listening experience. Their seamless blend of humor and insightful analysis, coupled with a palpable chemistry, makes each episode a must-listen for both casual and devoted Potter enthusiasts!
Theory question: It never made sense for me that Harry is so affected by Dementors. It seems unlikely that Harry could remember Voldemort killing his parents, especially the details of what Lily and James were saying, given that he couldn't speak yet. And James was in different area of the house, so Harry could not hear him. What if it's not Harry's own memory haunting him, but rather Voldemort's worst nightmare of "dying" that's causing Harry to faint?

magical delight for HP fans!

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Great show, really enjoyable. the fact that the boys keep asking for "people from London" to verify their points is quite amusing, all of we British people know the answers 🤣 love the show, big fan of The SCB. waiting for your next insights, great idea for a show. keep up the good work boys!

fabulous show

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I was not wrong from my first review. Listening to SCB on a podcast is always great. I just knew this would be a great new way to go through the story. Well done everyone at SCB👍👍

Perfect

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I have to admit that I'm not usually a fan of podcasts, but when I heard that scb was making this new podcast I had to give it a try. I have been a fan of the Harfy Potter series for as long as I can remember and I really feel like this podcast is the perfect way to experience this story again. And when I heard that Sweden had this podcast as number 1 I must say I felt very proud of my country.

AMAZING

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Hey Brothers, I am a listener from England and REALLY love this podcast. I am a huge fan of Harry Potter and have read all of the books and watched the movies many times.

Here is my question for you: what if, similar to the situation in ’Ron in Hufflepuff’, Dumbledore decides that he can’t send Harry to the Dursleys. But rather than sending him to the Weasley’s he decides to send him to a muggle household who have a child his age, a daughter who was also a wizard, a friend who could explore Hogwarts with him. What if Harry was sent to live with the Grangers? How would this affect the story? And how would Hermione, who I’d imagine is fiercely protective of her adoptive brother, react to him constantly being in danger?

Anyway keep going with this series, I can’t wait for order of the phoenix (my favourite book) .

Best podcast ever

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Absolute genius idea to have this read through on Audible, I usually start with HP book 1 and listen through to book 7 and start again. But now I eagerly await the next episode here each week and go back and re listen to other chapters in between absolutely love it.

Genius idea

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