

Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality
Eliezer Yudkowsky, Eneasz Brodski; ty to JK Rowling
This is an alternate universe story, where Petunia married a scientist. Harry enters the wizarding world armed with Enlightenment ideals and the experimental spirit.
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Apr 27, 2011 • 32min
4 & 5 – The Efficient Market Hypothesis & The Fundamental Attribution Error
Harry discovers he’s rich, meets Draco Malfoy and estimates his fortune. Harry persuades McGonagall to buy supplies for Hogwarts. Harry questions his identity and conspiracy theories. Harry and McGonagall discuss the fundamental attribution error. Harry and Draco have a flirtatious encounter interrupted by Lucius Malfoy. Draco expresses desire to be sorted into Gryffindor.

Apr 20, 2011 • 20min
2 & 3 – Everything I Believe Is False & Comparing Reality to Its Alternatives
Harry Potter questions his own beliefs after witnessing a levitation spell. He expresses his desire to learn magic and attend Hogwarts despite challenges. Harry starts his journey at Hogwarts, discovering information about his parents' death and his survival. He and Professor McGonagall head to Gringotts to access his inheritance.

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Apr 11, 2011 • 18min
1 – A Day of Very Low Probabilty
In this podcast, Harry receives a letter from Hogwarts and starts his journey into the wizarding world. Petunia's jealous of her sister's magic leads her to a transformation. Harry discusses magic and science with his father, and later tests his belief in magic. Mrs. Fig unexpectedly offers to assist Harry in finding an owl for his Hogwarts acceptance letter.

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Apr 8, 2011 • 25min
Welcome to HPMoR: The Podcast
Dive into a reimagined Harry Potter universe where Harry thrives under the guidance of a scientist. Explore heartfelt struggles with self-worth as characters grapple with sibling rivalry and the impact of magic on their identities. Experience thrilling magical combat alongside humorous classroom chaos. Discover a juxtaposition of science and magic, exploring themes of space exploration and human achievement. This dynamic tale invites listeners to ponder the balance between rational thought and magical wonders.


