Rho and James
Rho and James
Chapter Eight: Lupus Crescente
Chapter Eight: Lupus Crescente
Chapter Eight: Lupus Crescente
Thursday 6th August 2020
Rho and James unpack Remus Lupin's struggles with bigotry and privilege in 'The Forbidden Forest'. Listen for an insightful discussion on identity and acceptance.
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Get the buttons here!Werewolf Struggles and Bigotry: Unpacking Remus Lupin's Story
The power dynamic is so skewed that to be someone from the west, someone white, someone from outside of this continent, to come here, you have to be aware of that and make decisions around what you engage with and what you don't because of that, and I think from all corners of the world.
Imagine being a werewolf in a world that fears and misunderstands you. In this episode of 'The Forbidden Forest', Rho and James dive deep into the life of Remus Lupin, one of the most intriguing characters in the Harry Potter universe. They shed light on the unique challenges he faces, from dealing with prejudice and discrimination to navigating friendships strained by his condition. Rho and James don’t just stop at Lupin’s personal battles.
They broaden the discussion to include themes of privilege and systemic bias, drawing parallels between the fictional world of werewolves and real-world issues of bigotry and inequality. The conversation gets even more interesting as they touch on Welsh culture and language, adding a layer of depth to their analysis. Listeners will find themselves engrossed in a raw and thought-provoking dialogue that doesn’t shy away from tough topics.
Whether you’re a die-hard Harry Potter fan or someone interested in social justice, this episode offers valuable insights into how fiction can mirror reality. Tune in to hear how even in a world of magic, the struggles with identity and acceptance are all too real.