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Why Can't We Be Wizards

A wizarding comedy improv storytelling podcast fated by dice. Six friends craft an original story with new characters set at a modern and inclusive Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Come be wizards with us! New episodes fortnightly on Fridays.

Twenty-two years after the Battle of Hogwarts and Harry Potter's triumphant victory over He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, five young friends retrace the steps of thousands of students to discover magic, friendship, and perhaps a bit of mischief at Hogwarts. From sorting in the Great Hall to the awarding of the House Cup, these inquisitive new wizards must discover their own destiny amid the twisting walls and moving staircases of a school full of secrets not even Dumbledore claimed to know.

Why Can't We Be Wizards is an all new wizarding story improvised by Kevin Rizza, Elliot Kelley, Alie and Mike Turley, and Charlotte and Mitchell Cassidy. We play a simple tabletop roleplaying game called Witchcraft and Wizardry created by Tablestory. As game master and producer, your resident Potter nerd Kevin magically transfigures our hours of tabletop nonsense into a tight, atmospheric, story-first listening experience. Come along on an adventure with Caleb, Skyler, Allison, Leo and Freya every other Friday as they cast spells, roll dice, uncover mysteries and find themselves through their time in school.

Improv Storytelling Fiction Comedy Leisure Comedy Fiction Fantasy Games
Update frequency
every 14 days
Average duration
68 minutes
Episodes
102
Years Active
2020 - 2024
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Ep. 40: Book Three, Chapter Twelve - Third Year Exams (Part 1)

Ep. 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 befor…

00:57:44  |   Fri 28 Jan 2022
Ep. 39: Book Three, Chapter Eleven - Returning Nightmares

Ep. 39: Book Three, Chapter Eleven - Returning Nightmares

The 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'…

01:12:06  |   Fri 14 Jan 2022
Ep. 38: Book Three, Chapter Ten - The Doomsday Clock

Ep. 38: Book Three, Chapter Ten - The Doomsday Clock

The 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…

00:56:27  |   Fri 31 Dec 2021
Ep. 37: Book Three, Chapter Nine - Vandals or Visionaries

Ep. 37: Book Three, Chapter Nine - Vandals or Visionaries

The 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 …

01:03:55  |   Fri 17 Dec 2021
Ep. 36: Book Three, Chapter Eight - The Other Potion

Ep. 36: Book Three, Chapter Eight - The Other Potion

Everyone 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 fe…

01:00:48  |   Fri 03 Dec 2021
Ep. 35: Book Three, Chapter Seven - Escape the Shack

Ep. 35: Book Three, Chapter Seven - Escape the Shack

The 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 channe…

01:17:17  |   Fri 19 Nov 2021
Ep. 34: Book Three, Chapter Six - Haircuts at Hogsmeade

Ep. 34: Book Three, Chapter Six - Haircuts at Hogsmeade

The 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…

01:21:37  |   Fri 05 Nov 2021
Ep. 33: Book Three, Chapter Five - Maverick Maximillian and the March of the Monarchs

Ep. 33: Book Three, Chapter Five - Maverick Maximillian and the March of the Monarchs

The 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 H…

01:00:15  |   Fri 22 Oct 2021
Ep. 32: Book Three, Chapter Four - Electives

Ep. 32: Book Three, Chapter Four - Electives

We 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.…

01:03:05  |   Fri 08 Oct 2021
Ep. 31: Book Three, Chapter Three - Arithmancy

Ep. 31: Book Three, Chapter Three - Arithmancy

The 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 doi…

01:01:08  |   Fri 24 Sep 2021
Ep. 30: Book Three, Chapter Two - The Reporter

Ep. 30: Book Three, Chapter Two - The Reporter

The 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 te…

01:03:16  |   Fri 10 Sep 2021
Ep. 29: Book Three, Chapter One - Mushrooms and Teapots

Ep. 29: Book Three, Chapter One - Mushrooms and Teapots

The 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 Nicho…

01:08:37  |   Fri 27 Aug 2021
Listener Questions & Book Two Wrap-up!

Listener 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…

01:01:43  |   Fri 13 Aug 2021
Ep. 28: Book Two, Chapter Fourteen - Finals and Farewells

Ep. 28: Book Two, Chapter Fourteen - Finals and Farewells

The 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 pr…

01:14:40  |   Fri 30 Jul 2021
Ep. 27: Book Two, Chapter Thirteen - The Obsidian Labyrinth

Ep. 27: Book Two, Chapter Thirteen - The Obsidian Labyrinth

Still 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 b…

01:14:33  |   Fri 16 Jul 2021
Ep. 26: Book Two, Chapter Twelve - Unraveling Timelines

Ep. 26: Book Two, Chapter Twelve - Unraveling Timelines

Most 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 mean…

01:10:52  |   Fri 02 Jul 2021
Ep. 25: Book Two, Chapter Eleven - The Doctor Professor Wizard Magical Roleplaying Experience

Ep. 25: Book Two, Chapter Eleven - The Doctor Professor Wizard Magical Roleplaying Experience

Sat 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 …

01:23:52  |   Tue 22 Jun 2021
Ep. 24: Book Two, Chapter Ten - Unmanaged Mischief

Ep. 24: Book Two, Chapter Ten - Unmanaged Mischief

Separated 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…

01:14:30  |   Fri 04 Jun 2021
Ep. 23: Book Two, Chapter Nine - Worries and Whiteboards

Ep. 23: Book Two, Chapter Nine - Worries and Whiteboards

The 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. …

01:00:05  |   Fri 21 May 2021
Ep. 22: Book Two, Chapter Eight - Dark Magic

Ep. 22: Book Two, Chapter Eight - Dark Magic

Divided 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 rig…

01:20:04  |   Fri 07 May 2021
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