The Witch Trials of JK Rowling podcast

[SarahC]

Just wanted to recommend this podcast that I found on Spotify. It's hosted by Megan Phelps-Roper, who is known for growing up in (and leaving) the infamous Westboro Baptist Church. I'm 3 episodes in and so far impressed by the balanced delivery on what has become a runaway and highly emotive topic in today's society. Many sides and histories of a complex social issue presented in a nuanced way. She also got over 9 hours of recorded conversation with JK Rowling herself. Worth a listen.

 

[Bloo]

WBC is anything but nuanced, but I'll give this a listen.

 

[SarahC]

Megan Phelps-Roper left the church around 10 years ago. I also recommend listening to her story of "deprogramming" for lack of a better word - she's told it over the years in various formats. I find cults fascinating, especially when people are born into them and manage to find their way out. My next WIP is about a cult, hence this rabbit hole.

 

[AgentPete]

Just wanted to recommend this podcast that I found on Spotify. It's hosted by Megan Phelps-Roper, who is known for growing up in (and leaving) the infamous Westboro Baptist Church. I'm 3 episodes in and so far impressed by the balanced delivery on what has become a runaway and highly emotive topic in today's society. Many sides and histories of a complex social issue presented in a nuanced way. She also got over 9 hours of recorded conversation with JK Rowling herself. Worth a listen.

I've heard good things about it, too. Will listen. p.

 

[Pamela Jo]

I've been anticipating this. Got good reviews. Thank you for posting. So interesting these two women would connect. One of the judges of the Myslexia contest was forced to resign a few years ago because she tweeted in support of Rowling. I agree it is time there was some discussion of the issues in depth and not just shallow reporting.

 

[Peyton Stafford]

Looking forward to listening. If you use Apple Podcasts, it's there too.

 

[Peyton Stafford]

Megan Phelps-Roper left the church around 10 years ago. I also recommend listening to her story of "deprogramming" for lack of a better word - she's told it over the years in various formats. I find cults fascinating, especially when people are born into them and manage to find their way out. My next WIP is about a cult, hence this rabbit hole.

Looking forward to reading your WIP.

 

[Mel L]

Just listened to the first ep while on the train to Geneva (second leg of the trip that was supposed to begin in London - ;-(.) Loved it. The host is perfect and the interview feels straight from the heart. Thanks so much for sharing, @SarahC !