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Why Can't We Be Wizards[Trailer] Introducing Cthulhu-Con!Hey there, been a while! Just dropping by to tell you about a new show Alie, Kevin and I started called Cthulhu-Con! The first 2 episodes are out now, and you should go subscribe and check it out!You can find Cthulhu-Con on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts! More info and links at https://cthulhu-con.skullandscones.com .—Cthulhu-Con is a horror comedy actual-play podcast about five dysfunctional coworkers, an off-the-rails Lovecraft convention, and the horrors of the universe slowly clawing at the edges of our simple minds. Join our he...
2025-10-1503 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsDawn of the Final Day - Series Wrap-UpOur players sit down for a final time to discuss the making of Why Can't We Be Wizards, answer some listener questions, and share what they are all doing next. Alie carries her dreams into reality. Charlotte talks about exploring pronouns. Mike learns he has jobs in other dimensions. Kevin has caught the create-things bug. Mitchell has a big reveal.✨THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO OUR SHOW!!!✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! http...
2024-05-171h 07
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 87: Book Six, Chapter Twelve - The Final PlanThe group swims out of their current predicament and regroups to make one final plan of attack as everything they've ever fought for starts coming to a head. Caleb makes an impassioned speech. Skyler bargains. Freya theorizes. Leo does some math. Kinda.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out ou...
2024-02-231h 01
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 86: Book Six, Chapter Eleven - Into The SquidThe gang prepares to head into the belly of the beast... literally. Caleb faces his fears. Skyler can't stop making puns. Freya questions the future. Leo makes a bold suggestion.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our website! https://whycantwebewizards.com/Follow us on Twitter! https://tw...
2024-02-091h 11
Why Can't We Be WizardsSome Quick AnnouncementsWe're running a little behind schedule, sorry! The next episode should be out within a few days. Listen for a few quick announcements!✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our website! https://whycantwebewizards.com/Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/WhyNotWizardsIf you li...
2024-02-0201 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 85: Book Six, Chapter Ten - The Magic Water BusAfter closing another spigot, the group tries to tie off some loose ends before immediately getting pulled along to yet another adventure. When are they ever going to get a minute to breathe? Skyler self reflects. Freya theorizes. Caleb protects the group in style. Leo treats wounds for once.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your ho...
2024-01-191h 15
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 84: Book Six, Chapter Nine - Apology MilkThe group has gotta get back in time. Literally. Like, with a time turner. There, they try to actually make people love each other at a wedding. Caleb can't forgive and forget. Skyler learns more. Leo sets everyone straight. Freya gets what she always wanted.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!...
2024-01-051h 22
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 83: Book Six, Chapter Eight - A Winter WeddingThe fab four are disappointed that their soup plan didn't stop the wedding in its tracks, and put their heads together to try again. Caleb slinks into the shadows. Skyler hides in plain sight. Freya confronts the truth. Leo doesn't want to disappoint anyone.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Ch...
2023-12-241h 18
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 82: Book Six, Chapter Seven - The Rehearsal DinnerThe group tries to make a plan after Caleb receives a letter from his dad inviting him to his wedding. Freya learns to cook. Skyler is in disguise. Caleb only looks for revenge. Leo tries to get into his parents heads.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our we...
2023-12-081h 12
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 81: Book Six, Chapter Six - By Your SideThe group tries to come to terms with what Gutenmagie really is, and what the magic of the Lutums means for their journey forward. Freya tries reason. Leo heals wounds. Caleb protects his friends. Skyler trusts in friendship.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our website! https://whycantwebewizards.co...
2023-11-241h 17
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 80: Book Six, Chapter Five - GutenmagieThe group sets sail for the magical city of Gutenmagie. Freya tries to be supportive. Skyler looks at things from another perspective. Leo learns that you should never meet your heroes. Caleb sniffs out the truth.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our website! https://whycantwebewizards.com/...
2023-11-101h 04
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 79: Book Six, Chapter Four - All the MoneyThe Fab Four regroup after closing another spigot. After promising to help those less fortunate, they do their best to stay on track. Caleb thinks about a second mortgage. Freya avoids her feelings. Leo is tempted. Skyler reconnects.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our website! https://whycantwebewizards.co...
2023-10-271h 14
Why Can't We Be WizardsMore Bonus Dungbombs (Blooper Reel 2)Sorry gang, no new episode this week. Our lives are a little bit of a mess right now. But we won't leave you empty-handed! Empty-eared? Something like that. Here's another silly compilation of clips from the cutting room floor. We'll be back in two weeks on October 27th with a new episode!✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn po...
2023-10-1313 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 78: Book Six, Chapter Three - The StageOn the way to save Jeevus, the group finds themselves cast in some award-winning television productions. Freya gets stage fright. Caleb is a method actor. Leo just pushes the buttons. Skyler was born for this.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our website! https://whycantwebewizards.com/Fo...
2023-09-291h 07
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 77: Book Six, Chapter Two - The House Inside a HouseThe group tries to figure out how to get inside the fortress that now surrounds Caleb's house so they can hopefully find (and fix) the next spigot. Caleb reevaluates his tactical decisions. Leo tries out an acting career. Freya is a voice of reason. Skyler goes another layer deep.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your ho...
2023-09-151h 06
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 76: Book Six, Chapter One - A Chore to Say GoodbyeThe group reconvenes at the Caller's house to get ready for their epic journey. Skyler meets their old nemesis. Freya hides the truth. Leo learns that doing it right means doing it the hard way sometimes. Caleb pays his debts.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our website! ht...
2023-09-0154 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsLeakyCon 2023 & Book Five Wrap-up!The gang answers listener questions and describes their adventures in Chicago during LeakyCon 2023, including meeting all these lovely people:@sequoiasimone and Kim Harris from @fanaticalfics@Jellyanna_runs from @puffcastpod and @intothefoldpod@mandrakesandmischief and @unpensieveable from @creatingmagicpodcastHostwitch Bess from @wzrdradiopod@veritasarahm from @firstyearspodOur friends at @pottershippodcastSpecial thanks to Sequoia and the rest of the Wizarding Wireless Collective for organizing the wonderful LeakyCon booth where we shared the podcast love and met all these fine folks!
2023-08-1854 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 75: Book Five, Chapter Fifteen - The SpigotThe group races to save Freya's dad. And all of magic maybe too? Caleb learns the fireman carry. Skyler understands the importance of photographs. Leo remembers the past. Freya makes a choice.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our website! https://whycantwebewizards.com/Follow us on Tw...
2023-08-041h 23
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 74: Book Five, Chapter Fourteen - Finding What MattersDelving deeper into the labyrinth, the group has to once again reveal their true selves. The maze forces them to confront their choices. Caleb holds to his convictions. Skyler is a thief. Leo doesn't like reading. Freya won't give up.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our website! ht...
2023-07-2150 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 73: Book Five, Chapter Thirteen - Return to the LabyrinthThe group heads through the hole in pursuit of Freya's dad and the spigot. There, they wonder if they've found more questions than answers. Caleb gives up part of himself. Leo becomes a Luddite. Skyler makes good use of sign language. Freya tries to hold it together.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and mo...
2023-07-071h 15
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 72: Book Five, Chapter Twelve - Freya and the MachineThe group rushes to action as calamity strikes. Caleb has Floo Powder Power. Leo remembers he's a Prefect. Skyler takes things into their own hands. Freya makes a choice.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Check out our website! https://whycantwebewizards.com/Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.co...
2023-06-231h 15
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 71: Book Five, Chapter Eleven - Anyone Can Keep Cows If You Don't Tell The GovernmentThe group gets reverse interventioned. Freya tries to speak her truth. Skyler can't stop thinking about the end of the world. Caleb is blunt. Leo somehow improved his robot. Allen changes everything.✨Charlotte's glorious first-grader spider drawings can be found on our Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhyNotWizards/status/1666984281304965120or on our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CtQGrbAtNsI/✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us a...
2023-06-091h 17
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 70: Book Five, Chapter Ten - The Golden SpireWhile Freya tries to figure out how to make peace with her lot in life, the rest of the group make the journey back to Mmmm's shack to see if they can get some answers. Later, the whole group heads to the Hogwarts career fair. Skyler keeps the group honest. Leo geeks out. Allen finds an interesting opportunity. Caleb does his job. Freya takes a bold step.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bB...
2023-05-261h 07
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 69: Book Five, Chapter Nine - Not A ToyThe group rush into the gooblai base after hearing a scream. Later, they all try to reckon with what the future holds for their friendships. Caleb makes a rousing speech. Skyler channels their inner parent. Leo falls in love. Allen deals with the loss of something important. Freya makes her own trio.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn po...
2023-05-121h 05
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 68: Book Five, Chapter Eight - The Real ForestFreya wakes up from her unorthodox death dream to find herself in... the exact same situation she was just dreaming about. Now the group gets a do over, hopefully with better results. Skyler doesn't understand. Leo sees both sides. Allen gives bad advice. Caleb rushes into danger. Freya keeps it on the down low.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet ph...
2023-04-281h 05
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 67: Book Five, Chapter Seven - The King of the GooblaisLater in the semester, things are getting somewhat more normal. Aside from the Silver Freya problem though, the Association of the Pterodactyl decides that the Gooblai problem needs to be dealt with once and for all. Caleb Fus Ro Dahs. Leo moderates. Freya goes with her gut. Skyler defends a friend. Allen suggests diplomacy.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet ph...
2023-04-141h 16
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 66: Book Five, Chapter Six - Troll in the DungeonThe group rushes into a dangerous bathroom situation. Can they handle what's inside? Allen removes some opposable thumbs. Freya meets someone familiar. Caleb is Batman. Leo has theories. Skyler fishes for the truth.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and more are available on our website:https://wh...
2023-03-311h 16
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 65: Book Five, Chapter Five - Quidditch AgainThe group all meet up for their weekly check in for the Association of the Pterodactyl. Afterwards, they all head to Ravenclaw Quidditch tryouts. Caleb leads the team. Skyler wears an old hat. Freya normalizes things. Leo becomes a streamer. Allen flexes his biceps.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Ep...
2023-03-171h 01
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 64: Book Five, Chapter Four - The Association of the PterodactylThe group all talk about what happened on the train with the new headmaster, Professor Galway. Afterwards, they attend the feast and stretch their legs as upperclassmen. Freya grapples with unexpected responsibility. Caleb is dismissive. Skyler solves a riddle. Allen is relieved. Power gets to Leo's head.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and mo...
2023-03-031h 06
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 63: Book Five, Chapter Three - GooblaisEveryone regroups to decide what to do next after the jailbreak. A few weeks later, the group heads back to Hogwarts. Caleb does some personnel scouting. Freya remembers her past. Leo learns about authority. Allen reunites with his girlfriend. Skyler rides a whale to school.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!...
2023-02-171h 10
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 62: Book Five, Chapter Two - Bagels n' StuffThe group splits up, some of them going to look for Matty Tilda and the rest to visit Freya's dad in wizard jail. Skyler questions the truth. Leo creates a distraction. Caleb reassesses his priorities. Allen makes a new friend. Freya puts it all on the line.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and mo...
2023-02-031h 09
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 61: Book Five, Chapter One - Caleb's HouseThe group all meet up at the end of the summer and try to be as supportive as possible as Freya gets ready to meet her dad in wizard prison. Caleb invests his winnings. Skyler can't figure out eclectricity works. Allen pumps iron. Leo totally understands the complex nature of getting your hand stuck in a pickle jar. Freya tries to play it cool.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat wi...
2023-01-201h 09
Why Can't We Be WizardsFinal Judgement & Book Four Wrap-up!Mitchell takes over the show for this season's wrap-up episode with special guest Jake Burley! Join us for a mysterious and ominous game with unclear consequences... it's Q&A. It's a Q&A episode.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and more are available on our website:ht...
2023-01-061h 14
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 60: Book Four, Chapter Sixteen - One Last TaskThe group deals with the aftermath of the Taylor Swift Situation™️. Caleb is chilly. Skyler is shocked. Leo thinks better. Allen makes peace. Freya gets a phone call. Like literally, on a cell phone.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and more are available on our website:https...
2022-12-231h 03
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 59: Book Four, Chapter Fifteen - The Battle of SalemMost of the group goes after Kaiju Taylor Swift to try to save Leo and... win the Triwizard Tournament? Leo tries a Ratatouille. Caleb is either Iron Man or Captain America. Skyler meets some muggles. Allen comes to terms with himself. Did Freya survive?✨Special thanks to Jake Burley for reprising their role as Allen's Disney Prince singing voice in this episode!✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcC...
2022-12-091h 19
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 58: Book Four, Chapter Fourteen - Misfits and MusicalsIn a last ditch effort to write his song, Allen takes Taylor Swift's potion. The next day, the group gets ready for the Triwizard Prom. Caleb wonders why he can't be a wizard. Freya makes sacrifices. Leo wants to be taken seriously. Skyler reaches out. Allen reaches within.✨🎵✨🎵The music from this episode is available as an album on Spotify and other music services!Listen here on Spotify, or check it out wherever you listen to music at https://linktr.ee/wizardsmusical !🎵✨🎵✨Extra special thanks to our good friend Jake Burley for collabora...
2022-11-251h 27
Why Can't We Be WizardsBonus One-Shot: The Investigators!This week, Alie takes over as DM for a one-shot episode with new characters! Matt tries to smell unicorns. Harper restores what once was. Kenny realizes something about himself. Denny questions who he really is. Ollie reveals his inner Ratatouille.We'll be back on November 25th with our regular characters for a VERY special episode!✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts me...
2022-11-1145 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsSome quick announcementsHey! Unfortunately there's no new episode this week, but we're working on some really exciting stuff for you!Next week (November 11th), Alie will be running a one-shot where we will be playing as new characters!Our next regular episode will be 2 weeks after that on November 25th, and the following episode will be 1 week later on December 2nd.After that we'll be back on our regular fortnightly schedule!We also need listener questions for our upcoming wrap-up episode! Write us a question or record a voice memo and we'll play it on...
2022-11-0401 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 57: Book Four, Chapter Thirteen - Prom SeasonWizard Prom is coming up way sooner than anyone in the group is ready for (well, except for Freya, but that girl's life is way too put together). The Ravenclaws have dance lessons, and then get ready for the most terrifying quest of their lives: asking someone to the dance. Freya has a heart to heart. Caleb likes to make potions. Leo gets involved in a house elf montage. Skyler isn't coping very well. Allen accepts some help.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the sh...
2022-10-211h 15
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 56: Book Four, Chapter Twelve - A Holland LopThe group is caught totally off guard with the abrupt ending of the second task. They do their best to regroup and show a united front in the post game press conference. Skyler doesn't understand. Freya lives her life the best way she can. Leo talks about his favorite game. Caleb is inspirational. Allen speaks his truth.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts me...
2022-10-071h 19
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 55: Book Four, Chapter Eleven - The One Closest To YouDeep underground Hogwarts, the group continues to race through the trials of the second task. But first they have to face their greatest challenge yet... themselves? Leo really likes bacon. Freya doesn't really like bacon. Skyler brings people together. Caleb sees through the mirror. Allen is surprised.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and mo...
2022-09-231h 11
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 54: Book Four, Chapter Ten - The Second TaskThe group gets their ducks in a row as they reckon with just how much pressure is on them ahead of the second task in the Tri(50)wizard Tournament. Caleb translates for the group. Skyler offers some comfort. Leo has some flashbacks. Allen tries to take charge. Freya gets put on the spot.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, ea...
2022-09-091h 12
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 53: Book Four, Chapter Nine - The Secret TaskThe group is given a clue ahead of the second task. Later, they all find themselves in potions class and tensions with the Hufflepuffs are still running high. Caleb has big feet. Skyler seeks their mentor for advice. Leo meets a new friend. Allen has his eyes on the prize. Freya is the only trustworthy one.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes an...
2022-08-261h 10
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 52: Book Four, Chapter Eight - Who You AreThe first task comes to a dizzying finish. After the awards ceremony, the group is still trying reckon with the outcome. Caleb overcomes his fear of water. Skyler speaks out for what's right. Leo gets buff. Freya has a dream. Allison faces a challenge.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Ep...
2022-08-121h 08
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 51: Book Four, Chapter Seven - The Old King's CastleEveryone regroups after dashing to the next safe zone, where they meet some old friends. Caleb strategizes. Freya channels her inner Kevin McCallister. Leo ducks behind cover. Skyler doesn't want to go back to gym class. Allison makes a shocking choice.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and mo...
2022-07-291h 11
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 50: Book Four, Chapter Six - The First TaskThe group prepares for the first task with an old friend. But what horrors await them? Certain doom? Skyler rolls into action. Caleb leads the pack. Freya interrogates a bear. Leo plans a fire in advance for once. Allison wants to find a friend for the end of the world.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for yo...
2022-07-151h 08
Why Can't We Be WizardsBonus Dungbombs (Blooper Reel)We regret to inform you that we have no new episode this week. But we have... something! Enjoy this silly compilation of cut content. We'll be back in two weeks on July 15th with a new episode!✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and more are available on ou...
2022-07-0113 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 49: Book Four, Chapter Five - AtlantisAfter a few weeks getting acclimated to their new classes, the group goes on a tour of Atlantis' hot spots. Freya reassures a friend. Skyler rolls around. Caleb expects better amenities. Leo hesitates. Allison gets confused.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and more are available on our we...
2022-06-171h 07
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 48: Book Four, Chapter Four - Fortune Cookie Polar Bear SocksThe group heads to Atlantis to register and learn more about participating in the fifty wizard Triwizard Tournament. Later, they take their first class at a foreign school. Allison clears up a misunderstanding. Freya just wants to sit down and study. Skyler knows how to play a crowd. Caleb has a message for all the young wolves out there. Leo is a tree, I guess.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcCh...
2022-06-031h 12
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 47: Book Four, Chapter Three - Fifty ChampionsThe group all heads to Beauxbatons for the champion selection for the Triwizard Tournament. Will their team really be selected? What other famous students might be in attendance? Caleb makes comparisons. Leo is in time out. Skyler makes some new friends. Freya makes some flowers. Allison does a relatively convincing Michael Jackson.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn po...
2022-05-201h 07
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 46: Book Four, Chapter Two - Fan Mail and TournamentsThe group kicks back and relaxes at a barbecue the day before returning for their fourth year at school. Once at school, they learn about some new developments and staff changes. Leo dunks on Shaq. Caleb just wants to do magic. Allison causes a small fire. Skyler hesitates. Freya doesn't have that much in common with her definitely-not-boyfriend.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Ho...
2022-05-061h 04
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 45: Book Four, Chapter One - The Tike Murley Super Fun ZoneThe group heads to sunny Florida to cheer on Allison and the rest of the Hogwarts Band in an international competition. There, they also get a chance to go to an amusement park! Freya is a trendsetter. Skyler explores their mind palace. Caleb divulges his eating habits. Leo shotguns a chili dog. Allison meets some very special friends.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Ho...
2022-04-221h 17
Why Can't We Be WizardsThe Doctor Professor Wizard Interactive Collaborative Mini-Game Party Pack & Book Three Wrap-UpFor the book three wrap-up episode, we're bringing you something a little different! Take a break from the adventure to play a different kind of game with us.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and more are available on our website:https://whycantwebewizards.com/Follow us...
2022-04-0846 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 44: Book Three, Chapter Sixteen - The Golden AuraFaced with an impossible task, the group does what they do best. They stand fast in the face of danger. Leo handles the pyrotechnics. Allison takes a stand. Caleb gets off balance. Freya blames herself. Skyler faces the truth.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and more are av...
2022-03-2557 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 43: Book Three, Chapter Fifteen - The Missing AuraThe group storms inside Azkaban, determined to save their friends. But will they be able to stop fully grown adults? Again?! Skyler faces their fears. Caleb double jumps. Leo uses sleight of hand. Freya dodges out of the way. Allison uses the power of love magic.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!...
2022-03-111h 15
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 42: Book Three, Chapter Fourteen - Azkaban PrisonResolute, the group plots their rescue mission. Skyler teaches the value of friendship. Caleb attempts a diving rescue. Leo gives up his most prized possession. Freya uses her dad's money against him. Allison protects her friends.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and more are available on our we...
2022-02-251h 20
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 41: Book Three, Chapter Thirteen - Third Year Exams (Part 2)The group continues to take their final exams, doing their best to show off everything they learned over the course of the last year. But will our young Ravenclaws do enough to impress their professors? Caleb does his own form of inspiration. Skyler gets paint everywhere. Freya takes a bold stand. Allison tries to unlock her potential. Leo apologizes in the only way he knows how.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURc
2022-02-1151 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 40: Book Three, Chapter Twelve - Third Year Exams (Part 1)The group is still reveling from Skyler's rousing speech and their success with the poster campaign. The whole school is riled up, and they decide to have a pool party to celebrate on the night before exams! Skyler is really not sure when airplanes were invented. Leo tries to make tearaway pants a thing again. Allison provides the tunes. Freya adjusts to her new normal. Caleb has a drink.✨Special thanks to this week's guest contributors Caity Gebs (@CaitGebhard), Alice B (@AliceBStreaming), and Aspen Miller!Caity is a regular on another show you sh...
2022-01-2857 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 39: Book Three, Chapter Eleven - Returning NightmaresThe group all try their best to juggle school and all of their concerns about the impending election. They do their best to uncover some surprising secrets, and work together to tell their classmate's stories, but will that be enough? Skyler comforts a friend. Leo considers poison as an option. Caleb consults his map. Freya confronts her future. Allison finds a new use for Laundry Hammer™️.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcCha...
2022-01-141h 12
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 38: Book Three, Chapter Ten - The Doomsday ClockThe group gets back into the swing of things after the holidays, and the work is piling up for the third years. Meanwhile, they've also got to do something to turn the tide of this election. But what can a bunch of 13 year old kids who are stuck at a magical boarding school do? Caleb tries to play it cool. Skyler tells their stories. Allison plays lookout. Leo wins a very important fight. Freya avoids her dreams.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!...
2021-12-3156 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 37: Book Three, Chapter Nine - Vandals or VisionariesThe group talks with the rest of the partygoers about what to do next, and Jonas has a few ideas to make a real statement. Later, everyone heads across town to count down to the new year. Freya uses some new instruments. Leo gets the spotlight. Allison literally breakdances. Caleb meets a new friend. Skyler contemplates what's to come.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, sh...
2021-12-171h 03
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 36: Book Three, Chapter Eight - The Other PotionEveryone catches their breath after a very scary encounter at the Shrieking Shack's Horror Night of Horrors. Later, they all get an invite to hang out with the cool kids. Leo confronts his biggest fear. Skyler continues their definitely-not-Jedi training. Allison jumps in the way to protect a friend. Freya lets herself get pranked. Caleb finds a new path.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, sh...
2021-12-031h 00
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 35: Book Three, Chapter Seven - Escape the ShackThe group all find themselves in an escape room with precious galleons on the line. Will they be able to solve the puzzles and make it out in time? Skyler makes another rousing speech. Allison channels her inner Jack Sparrow. Leo tries a lot of combinations. Freya faces her fears. Caleb makes a daring sacrifice.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pe...
2021-11-191h 17
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 34: Book Three, Chapter Six - Haircuts at HogsmeadeThe group talks with a recovering Skyler in the hospital wing. As the year goes on, they finally get a chance to head to Hogsmeade, on Halloween no less. Freya works on her gambling addiction. Skyler does their best Solid Snake impression. Allison does a sweet guitar solo. Leo wishes he read the fine print. Caleb gets a very special gift.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about th...
2021-11-051h 21
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 33: Book Three, Chapter Five - Maverick Maximillian and the March of the MonarchsThe group starts a book club where both old and new friends meet for some fun discussion. Later, everyone can't help but unpack a few things while they're not paying attention to Professor Binns in History of Magic. Leo spoils a sequel. Allison writes her own gospel. Caleb talks to strangers. Freya is definitely not afraid of heights. Skyler gets a new power. Or is it a curse?✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5...
2021-10-221h 00
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 32: Book Three, Chapter Four - ElectivesWe head back in time to see what Caleb was up to this summer. Then, the whole group finds out what their class load looks like for the year. Caleb does a Walter White. Leo makes good use of a bucket. Freya takes something useful. Allison can't wait to meet the coolest creatures. Skyler makes a special portrait.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Ho...
2021-10-081h 03
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 31: Book Three, Chapter Three - ArithmancyThe group heads back to Hogwarts for their third year. Later, they take a new class together. Caleb tries to make friends. Skyler ponders how to handle their family. Leo thinks he knows what he's doing. Freya draws something. Allison joins a new club.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Ep...
2021-09-241h 01
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 30: Book Three, Chapter Two - The ReporterThe group finally gets back together at the end of the summer, just in time for a shopping trip to Diagon Alley! Leo wants sweets. Allison gets a special gift. Caleb lives in a box. Freya learns a terrible truth. Skyler looks for some answers.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!...
2021-09-101h 03
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 29: Book Three, Chapter One - Mushrooms and TeapotsThe group finds themselves in a sparkly magical fairy filled forest. There, they self actualize while somebody talks to them about a quest they don't really care about. Caleb does his best Jack Nicholson impression. Allison comforts a friend. Leo waxes philosophical. Freya didn't learn much Spanish this summer. Skyler turns into the Magic School Bus? I guess?!✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Ho...
2021-08-271h 08
Why Can't We Be WizardsListener Questions & Book Two Wrap-up!Another book closed, another bonus Q&A episode!Mike tries to keep us all on topic while we ramble about ourselves, our characters and our world, and answer some questions from our wonderful listeners. Learn about our favorite creatures, our patronuses (patroni?), the candy that represents us, Leo's motivations, and the best/worst food we could enleggen. Thanks again for sending all your questions!Yes, we did actually create an #enleggen channel for your food-feet ideas on the Discord. And seriously, look at this baby emo cow.We'll be back with the season 3...
2021-08-131h 01
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 28: Book Two, Chapter Fourteen - Finals and FarewellsThe gang regroups to discuss what to do next after a horrifying trip across time and space. Caleb confronts his future. Allison writes a response. Leo recons with his actions. Skyler discusses the pros and cons of capes. Freya fights her fears.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts an...
2021-07-301h 14
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 27: Book Two, Chapter Thirteen - The Obsidian LabyrinthStill separated, the rest of the group tries to make their way through the Obsidian Labyrinth to find Leo. Caleb doesn't understand emotional story beats. Freya tries to be a leader. Skyler doesn't believe what they hear. Allison tries to subdue an opponent. Leo makes a choice.✨Special thanks to this week's guest commercial contributor Caity Gebs! Follow them on Twitter @CaitGebhard! Disclaimer: these tweets are 50% TTRPG and 50% accessibility.Caity is a regular on another show you should check out called Wards and Witchcraft! It's an occult horror RPG podcast run by our ve...
2021-07-161h 14
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 26: Book Two, Chapter Twelve - Unraveling TimelinesMost of the group is blissfully unaware of their new lives without Leo as they head to charms class for a light end of the year practice session. Caleb giggles uncontrollably. Skyler ponders the meaning of existence. Allison doesn't like Cheerios. Leo grapples with a serious threat. Freya tries to show everyone the truth.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet ph...
2021-07-021h 10
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 25: Book Two, Chapter Eleven - The Doctor Professor Wizard Magical Roleplaying ExperienceSat down for a little bit of group therapy, the group plays a game with Emmanuel. Caleb/Hero Monster Person protects his most prized possession. Leo/Doctor Professor Wizard gives something up to get something else. Allison/Detective Spy Guy does their best salesman impression. Freya/Investigator Psychologist Boss reads minds. Seriously. Skyler/Art/Mona Lisa With Cool Guy Sunglasses/Scream put themselves in harms way.✨The Doctor Professor Wizard Magical Roleplaying Experience is based on Super: Brains & Brawn by user TheOwlington on Imgur, which is itself based on Lasers & Feelings by John Harper. Check th...
2021-06-231h 23
Why Can't We Be WizardsA quick update from Why Can't We Be WizardsThis week's episode will be a few days late! We apologize for the delay, but we think you'll really enjoy this one. Check back soon!✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and more are available on our website:https://whycantwebewizards.com/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Wh...
2021-06-1801 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 24: Book Two, Chapter Ten - Unmanaged MischiefSeparated for the holidays once again, the group is still reeling over the events of the staircase and the confrontation afterwards. Won't everyone just make up and be friends again? Skyler becomes a linebacker. Allison goes along with it. Freya invents some magic. Caleb does a snek. Leo does a doosy of a whoopsie.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet ph...
2021-06-041h 14
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 23: Book Two, Chapter Nine - Worries and WhiteboardsThe gang learns Mean Ol’ Galway’s first name, ruins Hunter McGurkinstuffin’s shirt, then starts to head their separate ways for the holiday break. Caleb does some snooping. Freya does some research. Skyler works on the playbook. Allison is embarrassed. Leo misses some social cues.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Epi...
2021-05-211h 00
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 22: Book Two, Chapter Eight - Dark MagicDivided after the events of the quidditch match and the staircase incident, the group tries to pick up the pieces. Caleb feels betrayed. Skyler meets her conscience. Freya does what she thinks is right. Allison looks out for her friends. Leo keeps things to himself.✨Shout out to our friends at Puffcast: Your Harry Potter Happy Place! If you like our show, you should check them out too.You can find them on all podcast apps as Puffcast and on all social media as @puffcastpod.https://linktr.ee/puffcast✨You...
2021-05-071h 20
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 21: Book Two, Chapter Seven - The StaircaseIt's the first quidditch match of the year, and everyone on this podcast is pulling for Ravenclaw to win! Or are they? Caleb solves the five second rule problem. Skyler is a little too competitive. Allison looks for some alone time. Leo is in control. Freya seeks advice, but does she follow it?✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, ea...
2021-04-231h 16
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 20: Book Two, Chapter Six - Revelio DesideroThe gang goes to Professor Wigglefin's unorthodox charms class -- although at this point, which classes aren't unorthodox? Freya tries to be reasonable. Skyler just really wants to draw. Caleb un-upside-downs himself. Leo is convinced. Allison saves the day. Sort of.✨We'd like to thank our very first special guest collaborator Atlas Zaina from The Athens Collective! Check them out and be sure to subscribe: https://linktr.ee/theathenscollectiveIf you're interested in making a guest appearance on the show, send us an owl! contact@whycantwebewizards.com or @WhyNotWizards on Twitter.✨
2021-04-091h 16
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 19: Book Two, Chapter Five - The Dark CorridorThe gang meet up for breakfast on a rainy Saturday before Skyler and Caleb have Quidditch practice. That afternoon, they try to get warm in the common room. Skyler gets a present. Caleb tries a trick shot. Freya shares some drawings. Allison wants to believe. Leo has his own misadventures.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for yo...
2021-03-261h 12
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 18: Book Two, Chapter Four - Quidditch and QuandariesBack at school, the gang goes to their first day of class. They learn that they are definitely certainly absolutely going to take real exams this year. Later, Skyler and Caleb try again to make the Quidditch team. Caleb learns from books. Allison points out the obvious. Skyler gives some heartfelt advice. Freya tries to suss out her dreams. Leo jumps at a new opportunity.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcCh...
2021-03-121h 19
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 17: Book Two, Chapter Three - New Old FriendsThe gang takes the train back to Hogwarts for their second year. On the way, they run into a friend that has a fresh new look. Caleb reevaluates how he views others. Skyler is a prankster. Allison gets a new roommate. Freya wants to learn how to draw. Leo is tempted.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points fo...
2021-02-261h 09
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 16: Book Two, Chapter Two - The EscapeThe group makes their getaway from Freya's house after a daring rescue. On the way home, they contemplate their futures. Later, they head to Diagon Alley to get ready for the next school year. Freya needs a new wand. Caleb watches after his brother. Skyler makes new friends. Allison just wants a lollipop. Leo grapples with new circumstances.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Ho...
2021-02-121h 19
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 15: Book Two, Chapter One - The Obsidian PedestalBack at home for the summer, everyone is having a very... different holiday. Later, most of the gang gets together at the Caller house for some brunch and some poorly thought out schemes. Skyler is the mushroom master. Allison tries to keep the gang on track. Caleb gives bad advice. Freya gives in to peer pressure. Leo finds a book.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the sh...
2021-01-291h 18
Why Can't We Be WizardsListener Questions & Book One Wrap-up!We have a bonus episode this week!Alie sits all of us down to answer listener questions and talk about the first book of Why Can't We Be Wizards, which we're calling Caleb Murkwood and the Speckled Potion! Learn about the players behind our characters, our real Hogwarts houses, our chocolate preferences and what it's like to be first-time podcasters.We'll be back on our regular schedule next week with the first chapter of Book Two!✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to sh...
2021-01-2255 min
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 14: Book One, Chapter Fourteen - Through the MazeAfter seemingly completing the First Year House Hunt, the group finds themselves staring down a grown adult. Will first year magic be enough to get them through their toughest challenge yet? Freya gets raised up. Allison summons an angel. Skyler wants answers. Leo gets aggressive. Caleb weighs a tough choice.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for yo...
2021-01-151h 33
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 13: Book One, Chapter Thirteen - The First Year House HuntCaleb needs to sort himself out before end-of-year festivities begin. Skyler starts a new religion. Freya does her best to keep a secret. Allison sees the light. Leo draws a smiley face.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Episode transcripts and more are available on our website:https://whycantwebewizards.co...
2021-01-011h 34
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 12: Book One, Chapter Twelve - The Speckled PotionFreya and Caleb sneak off at night to start brewing their own Wolfsbane potion in the secret room. Later, the group gets involved in some athletic endeavors. Allison seeks electronic help. Skyler starts her new apprenticeship. Leo goes on a grand adventure. Freya looks for a spot to hide. Caleb pulls a switcheroo.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, ea...
2020-12-181h 15
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 11: Book One, Chapter Eleven - The Emotion of the PotionBack at school after some time apart during winter break, the group reconnects. Later that week, they go to potions class in the dungeon and find themselves dealing with unorthodox teaching methods. Caleb confides in a friend. Leo works on his painting. Skyler finds an unlikely mentor. Freya steals and lies (not necessarily in that order). Allison finds replacement music.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the sh...
2020-12-041h 05
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 10: Book One, Chapter Ten - The HolidaysThe group says their goodbyes for the first time since moving into school together, as everyone heads home for the break. Or do they? Skyler hears from someone unexpected. Caleb leans on a friend for guidance and help. Freya tries her best to be a perfect daughter. Leo is bad at drawing. Allison pulls a few pranks.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts me...
2020-11-201h 21
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 9: Book One, Chapter Nine - The HeistCaleb and Freya have a heart to heart and share some secrets. Later, the group has to present their semester group projects for Transfiguration class. Freya needs to keep up appearances. Allison plays lookout. Skyler likes to sing. Leo forgets the plan. Caleb can't stop putting feet on food.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your ho...
2020-11-061h 18
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 8: Book One, Chapter Eight - Wizard in the WoodsThe group are still split up after their separate forays into the woods -- some for real, some in their dreams. As they come back together, they have a lot to discuss. Caleb isn't as hard to read as he wishes he was. Allison giggles inappropriately. Skyler shares a secret with everyone. Freya wishes she could trust her friend. Leo burned his butt.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us...
2020-10-231h 10
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 7: Book One, Chapter Seven - HalloweenSplitting up after finishing up some work at the library, Allison Skyler and Leo go off to finish up their costumes. Hopefully everyone is getting excited for the feast! Freya looks for banned books. Caleb needs a haircut. Allison channels her inner RBG. Leo fumbles in the dark. Skyler supports their friends as much as they can.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts me...
2020-10-091h 20
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 6: Book One, Chapter Six - Hagrid's HutThe companions get acclimated to the castle in their first two months at Hogwarts. They meet Hagrid in his hut for the first time and learn exactly what a rock cake is. On Halloween, they face their first real threat: test results! Leo runs as fast as he can. Caleb has an idea. Freya has a new close friend. Skyler tries to cheer up her bestie. Allison ponders the importance of hard work.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on...
2020-09-251h 16
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 5: Book One, Chapter Five - The Late Night StrollIn the aftermath of their first magic fight, the group heads back to the common room and disagrees on how to deal with their current circumstances. Leo keeps watch. Allison sees something concerning. Freya doesn't trust her friends. Caleb's library books are ruined. Skyler tries her hand at adventure.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your ho...
2020-09-111h 11
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 4: Book One, Chapter Four - The TryoutsThe group heads down to the quidditch pitch for Ravenclaw quidditch tryouts. Then, they all really stretch their legs in the first week of school. Leo does his best. Allison gets a bloody nose. Skyler meets a formidable knight. Caleb is mesmerized in Astronomy class. Freya has a dream.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your ho...
2020-08-281h 10
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 3: Book One, Chapter Three - The First DayThe group meets some of their teachers and finds out exactly what it's like to go to wizard school on their first day. Freya gets a present. Skyler makes a daring catch. Leo gets egg on his face. Allison tries to give some advice. Caleb discusses a secret with Professor Pritchard.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points fo...
2020-08-141h 09
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 2: Book One, Chapter Two - The First FeastThe reunited companions take the train to Hogwarts for the first time. There, they get some vague advice. Caleb gets into a fight. Skyler rubs shoulders with an important new ally. Freya makes a difficult choice. Allison thinks about her father. Leo gets confused.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house and more!Ep...
2020-07-311h 07
Why Can't We Be WizardsEp. 1: Book One, Chapter One - The DaycareFive childhood friends spend a day playing and learning at a wizarding daycare. Years later, they are whisked off to a very special magical boarding school. Leo loses his wand. Caleb is overwhelmed. Skyler and Allison learn bullies aren't just in muggle school. Freya does some people watching.✨You can find all our stuff at https://linktr.ee/wcwbw! Use that link to share the show!Join us on Discord! https://discord.gg/Z5bBjYHURcChat with us about the show, share Hogwarts memes and pet photos, earn points for your house an...
2020-07-311h 05