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Beyond the Veil
by Madison Ford & Rebecca ShermanBeyond the Veil is a Potter podcast all about mental health and resparking the joy we had the first time we read the books. The Potter series has helped fans deal with mental health crises, overcome major obstacles, and made powerful, positive changes in their lives with the help and support of the Harry Potter series. With dozens of lessons in mind after conversations with fans from around the world, hosts Madison and Rebecca are rereading the series with the hopes to learn a few more along the way. DISCLAIMER: We are not mental health professionals, just two Potterheads who love talking about mental health. Nothing in this podcast should be taken as professional mental health advice.
Episodes
Episode 47: "Really, What Is Perfect Anyway?"
46m · PublishedThe Harry Potter books are a common thread of stability, joy, and escape in the lives of many fans. In today’s episode, Sabrina joins us to talk about the benefits of receiving a mental health diagnosis, how Sorting can help us find ourselves, and the beautiful lessons about grief the Potter series holds for us.
Trigger warning: self-harm, suicidal thoughts, death of a loved one
On Episode 47, we discuss...
→Being bullied for "nerdy" things
→The importance of seeking help at a young age
→A mother's love and support
→The positive experience of a diagnosis
→Spirituality and mental health
→When Sorting helps you find yourself
→The ones who love us never really leave us
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Episode 46: "In the End, All Was Well"
30m · PublishedWe're all searching for a happy ending in one way or another, and the Potter series is one of many ways we can try to find one. In today’s episode, Betty joins us to talk about the struggles of trying to fit in, getting some help from the boy who lived, and why all was well is such an important message from the series.
Trigger warning: self-harm, suicidal thoughts
On Episode 46, we discuss...
→Trying to fit in
→Feeling abandoned and out of control
→Help from the boy who lived
→The significance of all was well
→Ceremonial reading of the series
→A full circle back to community
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Episode 45: "Why On Earth Should That Mean It Is Not Real?"
38m · PublishedGrief, loss, and sadness are unavoidable parts of life, and we're thankful to have the Potter series to help us process these difficult emotions. In today’s episode, Abbie joins us to talk about death, the memories we have of reading the Potter books, and choosing our own reality.
On Episode 45, we discuss...
Trigger Warning: suicide, death 8:45-25:00
→Playing pretend at Hogwarts
→Harry’s longing for the Mirror of Erised
→Goblet of Fire at a time of significance
→How death affects family relationships
→The joy of Molly Weasley
→The smell of memories
→Choosing your own reality
If you have a Potter story you want to share, we’d love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn’t want to have their name shared with their story.
Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
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Episode 44: Just a Dash of Wiffle Dust
52m · PublishedBooks, movies, music, and video games, we can find the Potter world in almost every medium. In today’s episode, Sas joins us to talk about loneliness, learning about magic, and the power of theHarry PotterLEGO games.
On Episode 44, we discuss…
TRIGGER WARNING: substance use
→ The loneliness of being an only child
→ Looking for your people
→You aren’t your bad thoughts, you are the choices you make
→Learning about magic with Dad
→Too deep in the barrel
→ Video game magic: Lego Harry Potter
→ We are all deserving of love and access to resources
→The power of hindsight
Episode 43: Say No to Time Turners
55m · PublishedEven after all was well, our stories keep on going. In today’s episode, Stacey joins us to talk about why the past should stay in the past, the profound impact of the Potterstory on her life, and her love ofHarry Potter and the Cursed Child.
On Episode 43, we discuss...
→ How a magical book can be the most stable part of your life
→ Life is tough when you don't have Potter-head friends
→ Parents and the expectations of others
→ Children are more powerful than we give them credit
→ The story continues...
If you have a Potter story you want to share, we’d love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn’t want to have their name shared with their story.
Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
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Episode 42: “Coming Home to Hogwarts“
1h 31m · PublishedFor those of us who grew up with Potter, Harry’s story has changed the course of our lives. In today’s episode, SpeakBeasty’s Aureo joins us to talk about the impact of growing up with Potter, the magic of the fandom, and how the Potter community can help us find self-acceptance.
On Episode 42, we discuss...
Trigger Warning: Suicide discussion 17:30-21:30
→ Growing up with Potter
→ The impacts of family conflict
→ Running away to New Zealand
→ Discovering Potter podcasts
→ Finding acceptance and support in the fandom
→ The many benefits of internet friends
If you have a Potter story you want to share, we’d love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn’t want to have their name shared with their story.
Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
Listen to us on iTunes, Spotify, Pocketcast, and Google!
Episode 42: “Coming Home to Hogwarts“
1h 31m · PublishedFor those of us who grew up with Potter, Harry’s story has changed the course of our lives. In today’s episode, SpeakBeasty’s Aureo joins us to talk about the impact of growing up with Potter, the magic of the fandom, and how the Potter community can help us find self-acceptance.
On Episode 42, we discuss...
Trigger Warning: Suicide discussion 17:30-21:30
→ Growing up with Potter
→ The impacts of family conflict
→ Running away to New Zealand
→ Discovering Potter podcasts
→ Finding acceptance and support in the fandom
→ The many benefits of internet friends
If you have a Potter story you want to share, we’d love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn’t want to have their name shared with their story.
Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
Listen to us on iTunes, Spotify, Pocketcast, and Google!
Episode 41: “Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes: The Best Medicine"
1h 2m · PublishedWithout joy and laughter, it's hard to defeat the anxiety Boggarts we face in day to day life. In today’s episode, Katie shares her love of the Weasley twins, her relationship with the Potter music, and the many ways she manages her mental health.
On Episode 41, we discuss...
→ Anxiety: a cocktail of fears that are difficult to understand
→ Moving across the world with an anxiety disorder
→ Being swept away into the vivid magic of Potter
→ Fred, George, and the power of laughter
→ The power of the Potter soundtracks
→ Journey to the studio tour
If you have a Potter story you want to share, we’d love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn’t want to have their name shared with their story.
Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
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Episode 40: “The Benefits of Being Unapologetically Weird with Nanea Hoffman of Sweatpants & Coffee”
53m · PublishedCompassion and positive self-talk are valuable tools for everyone, especially folks who struggle with anxiety. In today’s episode, Nanea Hoffman, the founder of Sweatpants & Coffee, shares wisdom from her own mental health journey, the many ways Harry Potter has brought magic into her life, and lots of information on the Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Guide.
The Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Journal is available for preorder here, and you can purchase the Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Guide at newsstands across the country including Bartells, Brookshire Brothers, Brookshire Grocery, Dollar General, Fred Meyer, Giant Eagle, Harris Teeter, HEB, Ingles, Kroger, Lowes, Meijer, Publix, Roundy’s, Target, Walgreens, Walmart, and others. You can also purchase the guide online here.
On Episode 40, we discuss...
→ Finding the Potter fandom before the books
→ Sweatpants & Coffee: introverts seeking connection through the things that bring us joy
→ The Potter community providing inspiration for creativity
→ Anxiety: a vaguely worried potato we must learn to make peace with
→ The magic of Potter: from Dementors to chocolate to Thestrals
→ The value of digital relationships for folks with mental and physical health issues
→ Mental health journaling without pressure: The Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Journal
→ The Anxiety Blob Comfort and Encouragement Guide: Accessible, compassionate mental health support on newsstands across the country
If you have a Potter story you want to share, we’d love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linked form! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn’t want to have their name shared with their story.
Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates, Potter and mental health discussions, and more!
Listen to us on iTunes, Spotify, Pocketcast, and Google!
Episode 39: “We May Be Isolated, but We Are Not Alone”
1h 12m · PublishedMental and physical health are deeply intertwined with each other. In today’s episode, Manveer shares his experiences with therapy, chronic health issues, and how thePotterseries was an escape in times he needed it most.
On Episode 39, we discuss…
→ When life gets difficult growing up: chronic health issues, bullying, and trouble at home
→ The impact of traumatic experiences on mental health
→ The relationship between mental and physical health
→ A magical escape into thePotterseries
→ Going beyond the veil: permanently changing the way you see the world
If you have aPotterstory you want to share, we’d love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Please fill out the linkedform! At the end of every show, we also read anonymous submissions from anyone who doesn’t want to have their name shared with their story.
Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check outBeyond the Veilon Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates,Potterand mental health discussions, and more!
Beyond the Veil has 86 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 66:37:12. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on July 29th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on April 5th, 2024 01:43.
