520: The Nuances of Giant History and Culture (Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Chapter 20)

Hagrid's back and we have a new presidential administration, BABY! In this episode, we talk about Hagrid and Madame Maxime's approach to covertly approaching giants and the biases that Hagrid shows in his re-telling. We discuss the nuances between lobbying and diplomacy, as well as the parallels between historical segregation in the United States, and the segregation of giants in the mountains (as well as Hagrid's implications of "giant on giant" crime).    Today's Patreon exclusive: we talk about the Ministers of Magic throughout Harry's life in celebration of our new President and Madam Vice-President. Become a patron by going to: www.patreon.com/acciopolitics