OK gang, it’s time to cram for Professor Snape’s next exam. This week, it’s potions from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Some of these only appeared in the books and video games, so think deep.
Book of the Week
The Science of Harry Potter
The Spellbinding Science Behind the Magic, Gadgets, Potions, and More!
How does magic in J. K. Rowling’s universe work? Finally, the scientific secrets of the Harry Potter universe are revealed!
The insanely popular Harry Potter books and movies have brought the idea of magic and sorcery into mainstream. Modern muggle scientists have uncovered explanations to the seemingly impossible, including answers to such questions as:
- Will we ever see an invisibility cloak?
- How hazardous is a flying broomstick like the Nimbus 2000?
- How has medicine made powerful potions from peculiar plants? (Felix Felicis, anyone?)
- Can scientists ever demonstrate Wingardium Leviosa, or the flying power of a Golden Snitch?
- Is it possible to stupefy someone?
- And many more!
Often perceived as a supernatural force, magic captivates and delights its audience because of its seeming ability to defy physics and logic. But did you ever wonder if science has any explanation for these fantastic feats?
Episode Transcript/Quiz
Episode Introduction
OK gang, it’s time to cram for Professor Snape’s next exam. This week, it’s potions from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Some of these only appeared in the books and video games, so think deep.
Good luck!
Harry Potter Potions Trivia Questions
- What potion forces the drinker to tell the truth?
a. Veritaserum - What potion lets you look like someone else?
a. Polyjuice Potion - Considered the world’s strongest love potion.
a. Amortentia - A healing potion that can reverse the effects of a sleeping draught
a. Wiggenweld - Harry used what potion to regrow his missing bones?
a. Skele-Gro - Also known as Liquid Luck
a. Felix Felicis - Eases the symptoms of lycanthropy
a. Wolfsbane potion - Potion created from the Philosopher’s Stone
a. Elixir of Life - Relieves and/or cures cold symptoms. Can cause steam to come out of the drinker’s ears.
a. Pepperup Potion - What Hermoine used to tame her bushy hair for the Yule Ball
a. Sleekeasy’s Hair Potion
Episode Conclusion
Did you need some Felix Felicis for this one? Let me know on Spotify or social media. I’ll be back on Wednesday for our regular 30-question episode. See you then.
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