Beyond The Veil

Whether you’ve read the books a hundred times or only seen the movies, if you love the Potter books, you’re a part of this fandom. This week, we spoke with Sunny Thayer about how the Potter books helped her come to terms with a family member’s passing, taking on a new social identity as a Potter expert, and why fandom gatekeeping needs to end. TRIGGER WARNING: Death of a loved one On Episode 17, we discuss… → The Potter series as a source of grounding during a difficult mental health period → Anticipation for the next Potter moment as a spark of light → Strengthening bonds with family during times of illness → Finding peace when a loved one passes away → Gaining a new identity: the Potter nerd → From Potter-cons to close friends: the magic of community → Why fandom gatekeeping needs to stop If you have a Potter story you want to share, we’d love for you to join us as a guest on the podcast! Share your thoughts on this episode with us below in the comments! Be sure to check out Beyond the Veil on Facebook, Twi