Would You Date a Wizard or Wizard? We Discuss the Pros and Cons

Summary

MuggleCast: The Harry Potter Podcast
Episode: Would You Date a Witch or Wizard? We Discuss the Pros and Cons
Release Date: December 3, 2024
Host/Author: Harry Potter

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Introduction

In this special holiday bonus episode, the MuggleCast team ventures into the intriguing and magical topic of Muggles dating witches or wizards. Inspired by a lively discussion on the Harry Potter subreddit, the hosts—Andrew, Micah, Laura, and Eric—delve deep into the potential pros and cons of such intermingling between the non-magical and magical worlds. This episode offers a comprehensive exploration, blending humor with thoughtful analysis, making it a must-listen for fans curious about the dynamics of a wizard-Muggle relationship.

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Establishing the Scenario

Andrew sets the stage with a relatable modern-day scenario:

Andrew [01:13]: "Here's a scenario. You're on Tinder. Someone attractive comes up. You've heard rumors about the magical wizarding community and you suspect this person might be a witch or wizard themselves."

He outlines the modified International Statute of Secrecy, where a wizard might reveal their true nature to their true love, immediate family, and best friends—but not to the broader public. This framework serves as the basis for their ensuing discussion.

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Pros of Dating a Wizard or Witch

The conversation kicks off with an optimistic view of the advantages such a relationship could offer:

1. Magical Assistance in Daily Life:

   Andrew [05:27]: "The wizard could easily do chores around the house. You would think that's a perk, right?"

   Wizards' ability to perform household tasks effortlessly could significantly ease the daily burdens faced by their Muggle partners.

2. Unique and Enriching Experiences:

   Micah [05:48]: "The getting to know a person could be even deeper with a witch or wizard. Because as much as you're getting to know them, you're also getting to know this whole other hidden world."

   Access to magical realms like Diagon Alley and the broader Wizarding World promises adventures and experiences beyond the ordinary.

3. Mutual Cultural Exchange:

   Laura [06:13]: "You would be introducing them to your world as well."

   Both partners would have the opportunity to share and learn from each other's vastly different backgrounds, fostering a rich, mutual understanding.

4. Enhanced Relationship Dynamics:

   Andrew [05:38]: "They are unlike any type of person you've met before. They'll also introduce you to a whole new world of wonder."

   The novelty and depth of connection in such a relationship could lead to a profound and unique bond.

5. Magical Pets and Conveniences:

   Micah [16:46]: "Magical pets. Oh, my God, that'd be cool. There would be so many different pets that you could possibly adopt or have if your partner was a wizard."

   From owls to more exotic magical creatures, the companionship options expand dramatically.

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Cons of Dating a Wizard or Witch

However, the hosts soon pivot to the challenges intrinsic to such relationships:

1. Secrecy and Social Barriers:

   Andrew [08:42]: "Does the limits of who you can tell about the true nature of your partner deter you from dating them?"

   The necessity to conceal the magical aspect from most of one's social circle can create emotional distance and isolation, potentially straining the relationship.

2. Family Dynamics and Acceptance:

   Andrew [22:03]: "What if your wizard father is like, I don't want you potentially having a child who ends up being a Muggle."

   Discrepancies in family expectations and fears about magical lineage can lead to conflicts and lack of support from extended family members.

3. Feelings of Inferiority or Superiority:

   Andrew [11:32]: "Would we get jealous of our partner arguably being superior to us? Sorry, but they are. They're just way cooler."

   Muggles may grapple with insecurities stemming from their partners' magical abilities, leading to potential resentment or self-esteem issues.

4. Emotional Control and Accidental Magic:

   Laura [14:37]: "If I met a 35-year-old wizard who could not control his emotions and he had these outbursts that caused magic unintentionally to come for me, I would be out just like with the superiority thing."

   Unintentional magical outbursts during emotional moments could cause real-world consequences, complicating personal interactions and safety.

5. Complex Parenting and Education Decisions:

   Eric [23:37]: "What is the likelihood that the child could end up being a squib or completely...?"

   Deciding on a child's education—whether to attend a magical school or a standard Muggle institution—raises questions about identity, ability, and familial expectations.

6. Logistical Complications in Daily Life:

   Andrew [20:05]: "Like a broom? Yeah."
   Eric [20:07]: "Well, like, I'm thinking about the Burrow. Lots of things are happening in the Burrow, presumably at Molly's control, but they seem to be working on their own."

   While magical conveniences like self-cleaning houses are beneficial, they also introduce complexities in managing a life that blends two vastly different worlds.

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Balancing the Relationship

Despite the challenges, the hosts suggest that with mutual respect, understanding, and effort, a harmonious relationship between a Muggle and a wizard is achievable:

• Respecting Each Other's Worlds:

  Micah [06:19]: "The intent is very important. If the intent is to be like, oh, they can do magic stuff for me. That's not."

  Emphasizing genuine connection over convenience ensures a deeper and more meaningful relationship.

• Leveraging Magical Abilities for Mutual Benefit:

  Laura [13:12]: "Imagine using magic to manage household chores, freeing up time for more meaningful activities together."

  Utilizing magical talents to enhance shared experiences rather than as tools for personal gain fosters a balanced partnership.

• Navigating Social Interactions and Family Integration:

  Micah [22:18]: "Like, if one are like really pure blood... a culture clash between the all-Muggle family."

  Honest communication and gradual integration can help bridge the gap between differing family traditions and expectations.

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Humorous Interludes and Light-Hearted Banter

Throughout the episode, the hosts infuse humor to keep the discussion engaging:

• On Magical Parenting Challenges:

  Andrew [17:07]: "How about ADHD making you always late. Can you apparate me to work, honey?"

• On Utilizing Magic for Everyday Needs:

  Micah [21:33]: "Sweetie, you don't have to do the dishes. Just get better in the sack."

These moments provide levity, highlighting the fun and whimsical aspects of blending magical and non-magical lives.

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Conclusion and Final Thoughts

As the episode wraps up, the hosts reflect on the balance between magical benefits and real-world challenges. They acknowledge that while dating a wizard or witch offers unique advantages and enchantment, it also requires navigating secrecy, cultural differences, and emotional complexities. Ultimately, they suggest that with dedication and mutual effort, such relationships can flourish, blending the best of both worlds.

Micah [25:06]: "It's gonna be a good bonus."

Encouraging listeners to embrace both the magic and the reality, the episode serves as a thoughtful exploration of love that transcends different realms.

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Notable Quotes

• Andrew [05:27]: "The wizard could easily do chores around the house. You would think that's a perk, right?"
• Micah [05:48]: "The getting to know a person could be even deeper with a witch or wizard."
• Laura [06:13]: "You would be introducing them to your world as well."
• Andrew [08:42]: "Does the limits of who you can tell about the true nature of your partner deter you from dating them?"
• Andrew [11:32]: "Would we get jealous of our partner arguably being superior to us? Sorry, but they are. They're just way cooler."
• Laura [14:37]: "If I met a 35-year-old wizard who could not control his emotions and he had these outbursts... I would be out."
• Micah [06:19]: "The intent is very important. If the intent is to be like, oh, they can do magic stuff for me. That's not."
• Andrew [17:07]: "How about ADHD making you always late. Can you apparate me to work, honey?"

These quotes encapsulate the humorous yet insightful nature of the discussion, highlighting both the allure and the challenges of intermingling magical and non-magical lives.

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Final Remarks

"MuggleCast" delivers an entertaining and thought-provoking exploration of what it means for a Muggle to date a wizard or witch. By balancing humor with genuine concerns, the hosts provide listeners with a nuanced perspective on navigating love across magical boundaries. Whether you're a die-hard Potterhead or a casual fan, this episode offers valuable insights into the enchanting and complex world of wizard-Muggle relationships.

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For more engaging discussions and to support the podcast, visit patreon.com/mugglecast.

Transcript

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[Micah]

This is basically like movie screening rules or, you know, anything else where if you sign an NDA but you still end up telling your mom, you know yeah, yeah.

[Andrew]

And love potions were not involved and will not be. Let's just take the love potions out.

[Micah]

Thank you for laying that down.

[Andrew]

So there's some pros here. Okay. It's not all bad. The wizard could easily do chores around the house. You would think that's a perk, right?

[Micah]

Yep.

[Andrew]

Another pro is they're unlike any type of person you've met before. And, yeah, they'll also introduce you to a whole new world of wonder. Do you three agree? Do you have any other, like, perks?

[Micah]

Yeah, I think that's true. I think the honeymoon phase and the getting to know a person could be even deeper with a witch or wizard. Because as much as you're getting to know them, you're also getting to know this whole other hidden world that was previously not open to you. And you have so many more places to grab a coffee. Diagon Alley now, like, crazy.

[Laura]

Well. And I think you would be introducing them to your world as well.

[Micah]

That's true. Especially if they're not Muggle born themselves.

[Laura]

Right, Right. And if they've, you know, had no exposure, or maybe if they work in the department, you know, or in the Misuse of Muggle Artifacts office, but they don't actually know anything about Muggles. You could actually help educate them. But I think, you know, with this, you. You would have some degree of, like, culture shock bringing two people of a very different backgrounds together. And that can be true in the real world for all kinds of reasons. So the important thing is, is how you, like, hold respect and admiration for where the wizard that you're dating comes from. Your intent going into it is very important. If the intent is to be like, oh, they can do magic stuff for me. That's not.

[Micah]

What can they give me? Basically, the things Andrew wrote.

[Andrew]

Well, but I think that's how a connection with somebody could start, potentially. Maybe it is. Oh, they have this unique trait about them that I haven't seen in somebody before. So I'm intrigued.

[Micah]

Like, yeah, this guy doesn't know how to dress himself. What's up with that? Yeah. Is he hopeless or is he a wizard?

[Andrew]

Well. Or no, if you're like, you're on Tinder and, like, you know, fun fact, I can speak six different languages. That might be a reason to compel you to swipe. Oh, that's a sign of intelligence. They could help.

[Eric]

Or they're like, oh, I can talk to snakes. And you're like, oh, want to talk to mine?

[Micah]

And we're behind the paywall.

[Andrew]

There's some Pickup line opportunities here, too. Yeah, well.

[Eric]

But I think after seven dates, you're invested probably regardless of whether or not this person is a witch or a wizard. So I think that's just a nice added bonus.

[Micah]

Yeah.

[Andrew]

I had to work a magical number in here somewhere.

[Micah]

I do think, from the standpoint of the person who has magic, there's a lot of. You would put a lot of effort into surprising somebody or impressing somebody. You'd still feel nervous about it. So you'd probably do something really cool. Magic in front of them.

[Andrew]

Well, that's a good transition into the cons with a wizard Muggle relationship. And this is where I was really focused. It. Does the limits of who you can tell about the true nature of your partner deter you from dating them? And, you know, even if we go strictly by Harry Potter canon, this would be an issue as well, where you really can't let the word out.

[Micah]

Yeah, yeah. That. That. That would be like putting up a wall between yourself and your partner and the rest of the. Like, the rest of your friends or family.

[Andrew]

Yeah.

[Micah]

Permanently. Potentially. I mean, because you're really not supposed to. So it would be like having a partner where, you know, you and them can have your little world and you can be a part of their world, but they can't. The people in your world outside of them can't ever really know maybe, how you spend your time or.

[Andrew]

And I feel like that's not healthy for a relationship.

[Laura]

I don't know. I think. I think it just depends on the couple, honestly, because it could be. Maybe this wizard works a pretty, like. I hate to use the word normal, but, like, a recognizable job that can be understood in. In the Muggle world. So, like, what if they work in, like, a bookshop in Diagon Alley? Muggles can understand that. You. You wouldn't have to make up some fake backstory. You would just have to leave out the fact that they're a witch or wizard. And any stories they tell involving magic, they shouldn't tell in front of Muggles who can't know. Right.

[Eric]

Think it gets a bit tricky, though, once you start getting friends involved, because presumably your partner's friends can't really hang out with your friends because it's going to eventually get out there that you're dating a witch or a wizard. Right. Like, yeah, there's only. So far. I know you said best friends, Andrew, but presumably you have a larger friend group than just your best friends. And, you know, how does. How does the two sides start to interact with each other?

[Andrew]

Yeah, exactly. I mean, and like I said, you have to draw a boundary somewhere. Otherwise everybody would be able to find out that that person is a witch or wizard. So, I don't know. Another question that I was thinking about getting back to Petunia and Lily. Would we get jealous of our partner arguably being superior to us? Sorry, but they are. They're just way cooler. I don't care if you're talented. You're a pilot, you're a doctor, you're Arthur. You're Arthur. Is that what he said? You are automatically cooler if you're a witch or wizard. You have magical abilities.

[Laura]

I wouldn't be jealous. But if they thought they were superior to me, yeah, that would be a problem.

[Micah]

There you go.

[Laura]

I would not.

[Micah]

There you go. That's. Yeah.

[Andrew]

So you wouldn't date Tom Riddle?

[Laura]

No. Oh, I don't think Tom Riddle would date me. I'm a Muggle.

[Andrew]

Oh, true.

[Eric]

He'd make a Horcrux out of you.

[Andrew]

I don't necessarily think that the witcher wizard would think they're superior, but I would feel insecure. I just.

[Micah]

Yeah, but that's. That's how you get over in. In a. In a, In. In a Muggle relationship with two Muggles, if you have an extremely successful partner or a talented, highly talented partner, you. You. These issues come up where you can resent them for it. Um, but yeah, that's not a healthy relationship anyway. And there's, I think, love, true love is more about loving the person and inspiring and hoping that they succeed at what they're good at doing.

[Andrew]

So, yeah, yeah, I wouldn't mind if they were vastly superior to me if I was their sugar baby. I clearly need to go into therapy.

[Micah]

All these self defeating, like, oh, they're vastly superior.

[Eric]

Why are you framing it that way, Andrew? I'm sure there are things you would bring to the table that would counterbalance.

[Andrew]

Their ability to do Podcaster. Oh, cool. I'm a frickin wizard. Whatever.

[Laura]

I mean, I'm editing Podcast wizard, I bet. Yeah, I bet this wizard can't edit.

[Andrew]

I'm good at cleaning. Oh, cool. I can do a spell that does cleaning too. And I don't have to put in any work. They always have a leg up on you. Always.

[Laura]

Yeah, but think about how easier that can make both of your lives, especially if you're living together and you're managing a household. If you have someone who can, like one person, brings to the relationship an ability to make all of the menial, really annoying tasks that we have to do every Day. Like they can make that easier so that y'all can focus on something else more interesting together. I think that's a win.

[Andrew]

What I was also thinking about was what would happen if you have an argument and you know, it's a heated moment and they accidentally use magic against you. As we see like Harry, you know, accidentally removing the glass. You're kind of like repelling somebody away. As this happens with Dudley earlier in this book, that could cause problems too.

[Micah]

I, I think it's a matter of. Yeah, definitely watch those emotions in case something, you know, slips out.

[Laura]

Yeah. Well, the thing is, you know, when a, when it's with a child having these outbursts, that's more understandable if as an adult, and I'm just assuming we're talking about people who are close to our ages. If I met a 35 year old wizard who could not control his emotions and he had these outbursts that caused magic unintentionally to come for me, I would be out just like with the superiority thing. Like, no.

[Andrew]

Yeah, but I think, you know, we all on occasion at least have a moment where maybe we lose our temper. And what if losing our temper came with unintentional magic?

[Micah]

Then they can make it up to me with some intentional magic.

[Andrew]

Here, I'll clean up for you.

[Micah]

You know that other thing you do.

[Laura]

That other spell you do when you make magic, do that?

[Andrew]

Well, I'm glad you brought that up because can a muggle please a wizard in the bedroom? Not sure. But not as, not as well as the other way around, I don't think.

[Micah]

But it depends on whether or not electronic devices work in that close proximity to magic.

[Laura]

I think they would, I think they would. Especially if you're living, if you're living in a muggle home. Like I guess I'm assuming, and maybe this is how self, how self centered I am because I'm assuming that we would be living in my house. So, you know, I would think that those things would work.

[Micah]

A lot of this can just be fixed or remedied with care and effort that two people who enjoy each other would put into the relationship.

[Andrew]

I'm really trying to get you guys to hate this, but you're, you're family.

[Micah]

And relationship therapists are a findable category.

[Laura]

We should ask. We should ask. Isn't Seamus Finnegan, Isn't his dad a muggle? He has that line where he's like.

[Micah]

My dad's a muggle, Mom's a witch.

[Laura]

Nasty shock for him when he found out. Like we could ask her yeah. Is your. Is your bedroom life satisfactory?

[Micah]

Well, two Seamus, two pros. From Lindsay on the discord pro. Magical pets. Oh, my God, that'd be cool. There would be so many different pets that you could possibly adopt or, or have if your partner was a wizard. Yeah, that would be. That would be.

[Laura]

That would be really cool.

[Micah]

Like, if you think a chinchilla is exotic or a ferret is exotic, wait till you see what I just got from a deer call. Oh, that would be adorable. I love this.

[Andrew]

Lindsay also said something funny. My therapy bills would be high with anxiety if I was a muggle with a magical child. Can you imagine that?

[Micah]

Yeah, that would be a bit much. The magical parent should step in there, I think. But Lindsay also says ADHD making you always late. Can you apparate me to work, honey?

[Laura]

Honestly, I would love some side along apparition.

[Andrew]

Yeah, all right. That is definitely a good pro. That is. That is a big help with the commute.

[Micah]

Save on gas money.

[Andrew]

Yeah.

[Micah]

Yeah.

[Andrew]

Okay, so at what point in the relationship would you start asking favors of your magical partner that stand to benefit you? Like, let's say maybe I want some, the magical equivalent of Botox. I don't want to go and pay for Botox. You know, that's expensive. How long before you start asking favors?

[Micah]

Their answer should be, sweetie, I like you just the way that you are and if it's anything other than that, you have to leave them.

[Laura]

So. Well, so here's the thing. I. I think that if people want to get cosmetic procedures done and that. And you want it for you, totally do it. Where I would be concerned here is we have seen in the core books that certain esthetic modifications, healing approaches can really depend on the talent of the person performing them. Like, think about Lockhart trying to heal Harry's arm. Think about how wrong it went when one of pansy Parkinson's cat's hairs ended up in the polyjuice potion. Like, you want to make sure that you have someone really skilled who can do this. Like, I'd almost want them to be like a wizarding esthetician or plastic surgeon to make sure they actually knew what they were doing.

[Andrew]

Well, I, I agree with that. Maybe it would be just my luck that I'm dating somebody who is very skilled at the art of facelifts, maybe.

[Eric]

Or. Or like your question here. What if you wanted a bigger booty? Like, you might just end up with.

[Andrew]

The left cheeky guy. Micah, do you want a bigger booty? Is that why you introduced this question for us?

[Micah]

We need we need a magical version of the television series bot.

[Andrew]

That's the next show coming after the Harry Potter cooking show. That's coming within the next couple weeks.

[Eric]

It's on tonight.

[Andrew]

Okay.

[Micah]

Love that.

[Andrew]

You guys. You guys, when you talk about it last week, I thought one of you would bring up that. It seems to me like it's the equivalent of like the Great British Bake Off. I feel like that's what they're going for. Right. Which has a huge following.

[Laura]

Yeah.

[Andrew]

Anyway, I do think we've brought up the chores a couple times. I, I, it feels a little unfair to me to ask the witch and wizard. Go ahead.

[Eric]

What if you. What if they bewitch certain things to do the chores?

[Andrew]

Like a broom? Yeah.

[Eric]

Well, like, I'm thinking about the burrow. Right. We. A lot of things are happening in the burrow, presumably at Molly's control, but they seem to be working on their own. Right. Like the dishes are doing themselves.

[Micah]

Yeah, they have like, intelligence to do that. Even, even the spell. Now, Tonks can't quite get it right, but this was just mentioned a few chapters ago. The cleaning spell that lets you put your books, they sort themselves into like a trunk or whatever. She says her mother can do it. Right. So like Tonks can get the books to go in the trunk, but she can't make them sort themselves. But there is a way to do it where they sort themselves. That would be nuts. My house would always be clean, you know, and organized.

[Eric]

Yeah, I think they get stuck with cleaning. Sorry.

[Micah]

I mean, it's well complicated. Magic is just a swish and an incantation. So I feel like repairo just always be doing when you enter, when you leave. Repair.

[Laura]

Yeah. And if it frees you up to be able to contribute other things to the relationship with all that time you're saving. Like, what, from the cleaning? I mean, getting, I guess, better at sex so that you can try to compare to your magical partner's amazing sex.

[Micah]

I was gonna say words of affirmation or some of the other love language, but yeah, better at sex.

[Andrew]

I bet there's a spell for all of this that we're talking about right now.

[Micah]

Sweetie, you don't have to do the dishes. Just get better in the sack.

[Andrew]

Well, I think it's very presumptuous that you three are like, oh, yeah, we did a witcher wizard. No problem. You're assuming they want to date you three or any muggle. I don't think it's going to be that easy.

[Eric]

But you said that they swiped.

[Micah]

Where is this crippling self defeat coming from. I think that each of us are attractive.

[Andrew]

Yeah.

[Laura]

But if we've been on seven dates.

[Micah]

Yeah, Seven dates.

[Andrew]

Yeah.

[Micah]

And they still want to date you.

[Andrew]

I'm. I'm thwarted by my own scenario. Damn it.

[Micah]

There it is.

[Andrew]

I think you'd have to work hard in this relationship. A little too hard in this relationship.

[Micah]

No, I think it'd be jackpot.

[Laura]

Well, I mean, all relationships are hard work. Right. It's just the. The flavor of it would be different here. Now, I could see it being complicated with their family members and with your family members, depending on how they perceive.

[Micah]

Like, oh, like if. Like, if one are like really pure blood, like mania or into. I mean.

[Laura]

Right. Like, I can see. Because we're talking about, like an. An inter. Magic relationship, I guess. Like, I could definitely see certain family members.

[Micah]

Like a culture clash between the all Muggle family. And it'd be like my big fat Greek wedding, but it'd be my big fat magical wedding.

[Laura]

Wizard wedding.

[Andrew]

Yeah. What if your wizard father is like, I don't want you potentially having a child who ends up being a Muggle. You know, there'd be BS like that happening.

[Eric]

It's also interesting to explore, like, the genetics of all this. And, like, what is the likelihood that the child could end up being a squib or completely. I don't know. Would they, in fact be Muggle born? Like, is that even a possible outcome?

[Andrew]

Yeah, I guess half blood would be the better.

[Laura]

I feel like that's the most likely.

[Andrew]

Your wizard father doesn't want you to have a half blood. They don't want to have blood in the family. You know, there. There could be any.

[Eric]

There's a lot of family dynamics.

[Andrew]

It's BS but.

[Laura]

Or, like, as the Muggle parent, you'd have to think about, am I comfortable with my child receiving a magical education or.

[Eric]

Yeah.

[Laura]

Is my expectation that they get an education that's a little more standard?

[Eric]

This could be a whole episode, Andrew.

[Andrew]

Yeah. I don't want them. I don't want them running off to this random wizarding school with a host of security issues, like, no, thank you. I want them nearby at the elementary.

[Eric]

School up the street, which probably has just as many security issues.

[Micah]

I want them to be able to do math beyond a sixth grade level.

[Andrew]

All right, well, I'm gonna speak. I'm gonna speak with my therapist about everything unearthed.

[Micah]

You are valuing all my insecurities for a catch. You bring a lot to the table.

[Andrew]

Thank you. But you're a Muggle. I want to hear it from a witcher wizard. And then I'll start feeling better about myself.

[Eric]

Gorgia works. Andrew just keeps saying it.

[Micah]

Don't burst a blood vessel.

[Eric]

Oh.

[Andrew]

Oh, God. All right, that sounds painful. Wrap this up for sure.

[Eric]

Well, they can just clean it up then.

[Andrew]

Thanks, everybody.

[Eric]

Avanesco.

[Andrew]

Thanks everyone for listening. Thanks for your support.

[Eric]

I'm bound to get unhinged at some point.

[Andrew]

I'm sorry for this whole discussion and we'll see you all next time.

[Eric]

I. I do think you could make an episode out of some of this. Like, seriously, you could. We could explore some of these things a lot more.

[Micah]

It's gonna be a good bonus.

[Andrew]

We can keep it in mind. Could do another bonus Muggle cast too, if you're itching too long.

[Micah]

Let's make this the new series. Instead of dirty pickup lines, we got the continuing saga of Andrew and a magical partner.

[Andrew]

Andrew doesn't want to date a wizard. Part 37. Bye, everyone.

[Micah]

Bye bye.

[Andrew]

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