DC LIVE: Solomon Schmidt on J.K. Rowling, Courage & the Power of Story Part 2

On this episode of DC LIVE, Cara Castronuova continues her conversation with author Solomon Schmidt about J.K. Rowling, the enduring power of the Harry Potter series, and the courage it takes to stand firm under intense cultural pressure. Schmidt explores Rowling’s refusal to bend the knee to cancel culture, the deeply personal experiences that shaped her writing, and the themes of courage, friendship, sacrifice, death, redemption, and hope woven throughout the Harry Potter story. The conversation also examines free speech in publishing, President Trump’s endorsement of Schmidt’s work, the role of faith and Christian symbolism in modern storytelling, and why J.K. Rowling’s legacy continues to resonate with readers around the world.