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“Wizard People, Dear Reader” meme: meaning, origin and common card

Wizard People, Dear Reader is a satirical audio track created by Brad Neely in 2004.

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Wizard People, Dear Reader” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 21962 of the collection, and the 227th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Wizard People, Dear Reader” meme mean?

This meme expresses offbeat humor and absurdity. It captures the idea of turning a serious work into something ridiculous yet endearing. The dominant emotion is amused surprise at the creative subversion of a well-known classic.

Where does the “Wizard People, Dear Reader” meme come from?

Brad Neely, an artist from Arkansas, created this work in 2003 or 2004. The inspiration reportedly came to him in a bar. The first documented public showing was at the New York Underground Film Festival in 2004. The film was screened without sound while Neely’s recording played. The Illegal Art website later offered free downloads. Warner Bros eventually intervened, canceling some live performances. The title refers less to a specific image than to this particular parody dub format.

  1. 2004First documented public presentation at the New York Underground Film Festival.

How to use the “Wizard People, Dear Reader” meme

  • Listen to the full recording synchronized with the first Harry Potter movie to discover the new adventures of Ronnie the Bear.
  • Share an audio clip where Neely invents entire passages during discussions about faithful versus unfaithful cinematic adaptations.
  • Use the term to describe any fan dub that radically changes the tone of a popular work.

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The “Wizard People, Dear Reader” card in MyMemeCards

Wizard People, Dear Reader card
NumberNo. 21962
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 74
Fame58/100 · #227 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 74: 300 cards
  • Common25083%
  • Rare299.7%
  • Epic217.0%

How to get the “Wizard People, Dear Reader” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Wizard People, Dear Reader comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Brad Neely?

Brad Neely is an artist and comic book author from Arkansas. He is known for creating Wizard People, Dear Reader, a satirical narration of Harry Potter.

When was Wizard People, Dear Reader created?

Sources generally cite 2004, although one biography mentions 2003 as the recording year. The exact creation date remains unknown.

Where can I find the original audio?

The Illegal Art website previously offered the work for free download. Today, it can be found through archives or community shares.

Why did Warner Bros stop the screenings?

Warner Bros intervened after the initial live performances, leading to the cancellation of certain public events related to this unauthorized work.

How do I get the Wizard People, Dear Reader meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Wizard People, Dear Reader” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Wizard People, Dear Reader card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Wizard People, Dear Reader - Wikipedia · The best TV show about college returns. We talked to the man behind it. · Will Brad Neely Succeed With 'TV Sucks'? · checked on October 16, 2026.

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