Constant, Never-Ceasing Vigilance (GOF Chapter 14, The Unforgivable Curses)

Published: Feb. 6, 2024, 10 a.m.

CONSTANT VIGILANCE! On this week's episode of MuggleCast, you must be prepared for what awaits outside the walls of Hogwarts! Join us as we level up by learning the Unforgiveable Curses from a Death Eater-in-disguise, try our hand at Divination homework, and debate the rights of House-Elves!\n\nNews covers: Details about the third Wizarding World land coming to Epic Universe and and some updates to Hogwarts Legacy!\n\nBonus MuggleCast Alert: In May 2023, we spoke about what major ride we can expect in the Epic Universe land. And last month, we shared what we want to see Hogwarts Legacy add to the game. So, be sure to check them out at Patreon.com/MuggleCast!\n\nChapter-by-Chapter continues with Goblet of Fire, Chapter 14: The Unforgiveable Curses\n\n7-Word Summary: Neville reacts in a panic ....\n\nMain Discussion #1: Mad-Eye Fakey's First Lesson\n\n\xa0Do the hosts recall ever being so excited for a class because the professor\u2019s reputation preceded them?\n\nWe compare and constrast Mad-Eye and Umbridge's first lessons\n\nDoes REAL Mad-Eye Moody know or suspect the Defense Against The Darks Arts post is cursed? What about Barty Crouch Jr.?\n\nWhy is Barty Crouch Jr. so invested in teaching students how to recognize and combat dark curses?\xa0\n\nDo we think that the real Moody would have been able to cast these curses so seamlessly?\n\nImperio: Was this practical demonstration the best way to drive home the severity of mind control?\n\nCrucio: Neville's\xa0bravery, his parents and Moody's second attempt to build currency with Harry\n\nOnly at Hogwarts, would something as dark as the Killing Curse be taught to a class of fourth-years in their first lesson!\n\nMain Discussion #2: The Aftermath\n\nDo we think Mad-Eye is grooming Neville?\n\nWhat can we learn from Harry and Ron's Divination homework? The hosts take a crack at predictions for each other!\n\nDid the author set Hermione up for success with a name like S.P.E.W.?\n\nWhat does Ron's reaction to S.P.E.W. say about his upbringing, his character and the wizarding world as a whole?\n\nQuizzitch: What are the first two words of Sirius\u2019 second letter back to Harry this year?\n\nVisit\xa0MuggleCast.com for episode transcripts, social media links, our full episode archive, our favorite episodes, and to contact us!\n\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices