MuggleCast: the Harry Potter podcast
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Aug 19, 2020
Fantastic listen on all things Potter related.
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Aug 14, 2020
The best Potter podcast
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Jun 3, 2020
Great pod
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MuggleCast is your weekly ride into the Wizarding World. Our Harry Potter podcast, hosted by four life-long friends, brings its listeners entertaining and thought-provoking discussions about the universe. With each new episode we discuss everything Harry Potter: the latest news, the Potter books, Fantastic Beasts, the theme parks, the video games, the fandom, and more!
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580: Sorting Too Soon (Sorcerer's Stone, Chapters 7 - 8)
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On this week's episode, we are joined by Potter film actor and director Rohan Gotobed! He joins Andrew, Eric, Laura, and Micah as they continue their Chapter-by-Chapter readthrough of Sorcerer's Stone, covering Chapters 7 and 8! Harry is sorted into Gryffindor House, and learns that Snape really hates him!
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Sep 27, 2022 |
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579: Stop the Huffle-Hate! (Sorcerer's Stone, Chapters 4 - 6)
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On this week's episode, Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapters 4 - 6 of Sorcerer's Stone! Join us as Harry learns he's a wizard, ventures to Diagon Alley and boards the Hogwarts Express for the very first time! Plus, we meet Hagrid, Ron, Hermione, Draco and more!
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Sep 20, 2022 |
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578: Chapter by Chapter Begins! Harry Deserves a Zoo Day (Sorcerer's Stone, Chapters 1-3)
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This week on MuggleCast we bring back the most heavily listener-requested segment, Chapter by Chapter! Join Andrew, Eric, Laura and Micah as they begin Sorcerer's / Philosopher's Stone with Chapters 1, 2 and 3! Our read-through of the Potter series contains segments both old AND new (complete with sound effects) and the hosts are all much older now than when they first started more than 16 years ago!
On this week's episode:
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Sep 13, 2022 |
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577: Back to Hogwarts! We're Teaching Our Own Magical Lessons!
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To celebrate going Back to Hogwarts, each MuggleCaster brings their own Hogwarts Lesson to the table, and you better pay attention because House Points are up for grabs. Class is now in session!
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Sep 06, 2022 |
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576: How Are Spells Created? Discussing the Physics of Harry Potter
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On this week's episode, the subject of many a late night with Laura and her boyfriend is made into a main discussion for MuggleCast as the hosts and Marc talk through the physics of Harry Potter! Surely magical objects don't come from 'nowhere,' and there must be a magical cost for doing magic somehow? Those big questions and more are our target as Andrew, Eric, Laura, Micah and Marc put on their thinking caps and dive in!
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Aug 30, 2022 |
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575: Why is Professor Binns Still Teaching? And More Indefensible Harry Potter Characters
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On this week's episode, we’ll be continuing our conversation that began in Episode 568, where we argued in defense of some of the most controversial, least favorite, most complicated characters in Harry Potter. There were plenty of characters we didn’t get to last time, so it’s time for Round 2!
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Aug 23, 2022 |
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574: What Did 'Good' Harry Potter Characters Do That Got On Our Nerves?
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Inspired by a popular Reddit thread, this week's episode asks the question: what was something that a 'good' character from the Harry Potter series did which rubbed us the wrong way? Are characters like Molly Weasley or Remus Lupin above reproach? You may find yourself nodding along with Andrew, Eric, Micah and special guest Chloé as they detail just what these supposed 'heroes' of the series did to get on our nerves!
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Aug 16, 2022 |
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573: 'MuggleCast, A History' Trivia Game!
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Happy Birthday, MuggleCast! To celebrate our 17th year of podcasting, we host a very special edition of Quizzitch Live! Do you think you know everything about our hosts? What about our special guests? How good are you with episode titles and past segments? It's time to put your MuggleCast knowledge to the test! Plus, we have a very big announcement about the future of the show!
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Aug 09, 2022 |
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572: 'Secrets of Dumbledore' Screenplay Review and Revelations, and Perspective-Changing MuggleMail
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Armed with the brand new Secrets of Dumbledore: The Complete Screenplay book, the MuggleCasters go to work finding answers for mysteries that were not made clear by the 3rd Fantastic Beasts movie, but may have been clearer during production!
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Aug 02, 2022 |
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571: What if 'Deathly Hallows' Played Out Very Differently?
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This week, we wrap up our month-long Deathly Hallows 15th anniversary celebration by discussing a number of "What If" scenarios from the final installment of the Harry Potter series! What if things had gone drastically different at several key moments of the seventh book? Would Harry, Ron and Hermione have found another way, or would it have just been GAME OVER?
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Jul 26, 2022 |
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570: 'Deathly Hallows' Turns 15! Revisiting Our Dramatic First Impressions
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This week, the hosts grab their Time Turners and summon all the nostalgia that will fit in their beaded bag as they revisit the day after receiving Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Andrew, Eric and Laura were in London for a live podcasting event at Waterstones, and Micah was stateside. We reflect on our initial impression of the book, what things we feel differently about 15 years later, and how magical it felt to witness the "end" of an era together. Also on this episode: dramatic line readings of some Book 7 reactions and e-mails from the day after that we finally respond to!
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Jul 19, 2022 |
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569: What Happened to the Room of Requirement? And More Questions 'Deathly Hallows' Didn't Answer
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On this week's episode of MuggleCast, we begin our celebration of the 15th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by looking at the burning questions the seventh book didn't answer. In the weeks ahead, stay tuned for more Deathly Hallows book discussions in honor of the anniversary!
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Jul 12, 2022 |
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568: Indefensible Characters in Harry Potter, and How to Understand Them
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On this week's MuggleCast, the hosts take on the most indefensible characters, and figure out what about them gets under our skin. How can we defend the actions of someone like Gilderoy Lockhart or Rita Skeeter? Do we really believe that James Potter matured out of being a bully? And finally, is Umbridge a case of nature or nurture? Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura for a deep look at characters who bug us in Harry Potter.
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Jun 28, 2022 |
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567: 'Philosopher's Stone' Illustrator Thomas Taylor Reveals the Secrets Behind the Cover
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On this week's episode of MuggleCast, we're joined by a very special guest, Mr. Thomas Taylor, who originally illustrated Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in 1996! He talks about what it was like to land the job and all that ensued! Join us as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the book that began a phenomenon!
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Jun 21, 2022 |
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566: WB is Planning HBO Max Harry Potter Shows -- We Pitch Lots of New Ideas!
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A merger of Warner Bros and Discovery, Inc. has led Andrew to speculate as to what the future of the Wizarding World may look like on film and TV. And he's prepared a presentation about it! Hosts Eric, Micah, Laura and special Slug Club guest Neil join in and speculate as to the future of Fantastic Beasts, and what - if any - television series set within the Wizarding World we might see from Discovery Time Warner. It's a jam-packed episode with lots of laughs and really cool ideas!
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Jun 14, 2022 |
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565: 'Secrets of Dumbledore' Movie Commentary Track
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Watch Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore with the MuggleCasters in our movie commentary track! We had a ton of fun watching the movie together and making sense of everything that's going on. What are each character's motives? What are we noticing now that we're watching in the comfort of our own homes? Even the credits had a surprise that a couple of us weren't aware of! We discuss every moment of the movie as we watch it together!
The Secrets of Dumbledore was just released on HBO Max, and now you can watch the movie in real time with your Harry Potter friends (Us). You will need to bring your own copy of the movie to get the full experience. Currently it's available on HBO Max and will be released on DVD/Blu-Ray/Digital at the end of June.
At the beginning of the episode we help you sync up with us. Our sync point is just after the WB logo flies past the camera. For us, this was 53 seconds into the movie, but your timecode may differ if you don't have a HBO ad at the beginning.
This week's episode is sponsored by BetterHelp (Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/mugglecast) and Masterclass (Get 15% off an annual subscription by visiting Masterclass.com/mugglecast).
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Jun 04, 2022 |
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564: Who's the Threat in 'Fantastic Beasts 4' if Grindelwald's Been Qilinized?
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On this week's episode, Micah and Eric talk about what Fantastic Beasts 4 needs to do in order to keep fans interested in the franchise. Then open our Muggle Mailbag to take feedback on Secrets of Dumbledore. Plus... Alakazam! Can wizards and witches really use spoons to do magic?
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May 24, 2022 |
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563: Analyzing Eulalie Hicks, Our Favorite New Character
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In their first dedicated character discussion since the premiere of Secrets of Dumbledore, the hosts of MuggleCast turn the pages of their study guides to Professor Eulalie Hicks of Ilvermorny! "Lally" was a huge highlight of the third Beasts film, and we're here to say why that was. Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura as they analyze the character through her words, attitude and relationships. It's a fun episode for sure.
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May 17, 2022 |
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562: Answering Burning 'Secrets of Dumbledore' Questions With New Canon
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On this week's episode, the fearless MuggleCasters take it upon themselves to answer Secrets of Dumbledore's biggest unanswered questions, using their extensive knowledge of the Wizarding World to provide plausible answers and put to bed the movie's most dangling plot threads. Join Andrew, Eric, Laura and Micah on this fun journey through the plot points and listen as they finally discuss whether their own prophecy about the movie came true!
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May 10, 2022 |
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561: Why Did the Qilin Bow to Dumbledore? Listeners React to 'Fantastic Beasts 3'
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On this week's episode, we bust open our Muggle Mailbag to answer your burning questions and take your feedback on Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore!
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May 03, 2022 |
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560: The Best Characters, Scenes, and Beasts of 'Secrets of Dumbledore'
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This week, we continue our review of Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, this time focusing on the various odds and ends of the film! Plus, we hand out our "Bunty Awards," which are accolades for several aspects of the movie! Stay tuned for many, many more thoughts on the weeks and months ahead!
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Apr 26, 2022 |
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559: 'Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore' Review!
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On this week's episode, it's all about reviewing Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore! It's finally here, so just how many secrets were there, and did they live up to expectations? We touch on some of the film's biggest moments and discuss whether or not this could be the last installment in the Fantastic Beasts franchise.
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Apr 18, 2022 |
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558: Play Our 'Fantastic Beasts' Trivia Game!
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With just a few days before the release of Secrets of Dumbledore, we host our 7th installment of Quizzitch Live to test your knowledge to-date on the Fantastic Beasts series. Are you up on your fantastic casting? Can you guess who said these memorable quotes? Is your knowledge of beasts at the Magizoologist level? Just how well do you know Gellert Grindelwald ? Join us for Quizzitch Live: Fantastics Beasts and the Suitcase of Fun! Prizes benefit Lambda Legal, The Trevor Project, Trans Lifeline and GLSEN!
Next week will be part 1 of our big Secrets of Dumbledore review! After you see the movie, be sure to send in your feedback and theories, and we may include it on air!
This week's episode is sponsored by BetterHelp (Go to BetterHelp.com/mugglecast and get 10% off your first month) and HelloFresh (Go to HelloFresh.com/muggle16 and use code muggle16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts!)
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Apr 12, 2022 |
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557: Let's Lock-In Our Final 'Secrets of Dumbledore' Theories!
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With this being our final episode before The Secrets of Dumbledore hits theaters (in the U.K., at least), we set our predictions and theories for the third Fantastic Beasts movie in stone. Plus, one of us has already seen the movie and offers a positive spoiler-free review!
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Apr 05, 2022 |
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556: Dumbledore Confesses Love for Grindelwald in New 'Fantastic Beasts 3' Previews
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With just a few weeks to go until the release of The Secrets of Dumbledore, the hosts review some recently released clips and featurettes. Why did Dumbledore create the blood pact and what happens if he tries to destroy it? Will Dumbledore's love for Grindelwald continue to cloud his judgment? And, are the Fantastic Beasts producers relying too much on Harry Potter nostalgia? Plus next week, don't miss our Secrets of Dumbledore predictions episode!
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Mar 29, 2022 |
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555: 'Hogwarts Legacy' Reveals Huge Sneak Peek, '98-'99 Hogwarts School Year Deep Dive
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On this week's MuggleCast, we return to an e-mail that we received that asks us what the 1998-1999 Hogwarts school year would have been like, when Hermione returned to complete her Hogwarts education and when Ginny and Luna were her classmates. The hosts think critically and speculate which accommodations might be made in wake of the destruction of the school and considering the mental health and well-being of students and staff! Plus, a recent Hogwarts Legacy trailer gives us the first real look inside the much-anticipated Wizarding World game. All this and more can be found inside the episode!
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Mar 22, 2022 |
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554: Analyzing Newt Through His Relationships with Theseus, Leta, Tina, Dumbledore
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On this week's episode, our Fantastic Beasts character discussions return to focus on the one-and-only Newt Scamander. With about a month to go before the release of Secrets of Dumbledore, we analyze all of Newt's relationships from the last film and debate what the future holds for our favorite magizoologist. Plus, its Newt's birthday, so just will the hosts gift him? A niffler fanny pack may be in his future!
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Mar 15, 2022 |
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553: The New and Improved 'Cursed Child' Reviewed, Yet Another 'Secrets of Dumbledore' Trailer Reveals Exciting Footage
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On this week's episode of MuggleCast, we break down new scenes from the recently released Japanese Secrets of Dumbledore trailer, take listener feedback and talk about the 18 new character posters. Plus, we're joined by a very special guest to review Cursed Child in San Francisco!
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Mar 08, 2022 |
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552: 'Fantastic Beasts: Secrets of Dumbledore' Trailer 2 Deep Dive!
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The latest (and final?) trailer for Fantastic Beasts: the Secrets of Dumbledore is here! Overall the trailer is very Dumbledore-and Grindelwald-focused and we are here to pick it apart, scene by scene! Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura as they discuss that interesting Michael Gambon cameo, long-haired Credence, Jacob's wand, Dark Queenie, and more. Plus, is Theseus in trouble? Do we know some of the "new" beasts? And did Bunty get a promotion? Listen now!
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Mar 01, 2022 |
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551: The Importance of Black Representation in Harry Potter (feat. Adriana Redding)
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This week we're talking about black characters as well as people of color in the core Harry Potter books, the movie adaptations of those books, and the media that has come out since! Joining us as our honored guest is the amazing Adriana Redding, who led Hufflepuff Team to victory on Harry Potter: Tournament of Houses! Together she, Andrew, Eric and Laura discuss the reasons why black characters are so few and far between, and what their diversity hopes are for future releases set in the Wizarding World.
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Feb 22, 2022 |
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550: What if Harry told Narcissa that Draco was dead? And more MuggleMail
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Our mailbag is overflowing with feedback from our recent Snape and Lily episode, and people want to talk about Jacob in the upcoming Fantastic Beasts film. We hear from another one of our youngest fans, and even dig up a classic e-mail from 2006. All on this latest milestone episode of MuggleCast!
Important Note: Next week, we're celebrating Black History Month by talking about how the books handle representation. If you're a listener of color and have feedback on this topic, please send us your owls!
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Feb 15, 2022 |
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549: Female Friendships and Male Vulnerability in Harry Potter
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It's our annual Valentine's Day episode and this year we're switching things up to talk about the female friendships in the Harry Potter series! So... Happy GALENTINE's Day! Hermione & Ginny, Ginny & Luna, and Lavender & Parvati are just a few of the pairings we dive deep into! Also, don't miss our Top 7 Moments Male Characters Were Emotionally Vulnerable! Next week, we're opening up our Muggle Mail bag, so don't forget to send us your owls!
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Feb 08, 2022 |
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548: Will There Ever Be Another Harry Potter-Level Book Series?
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After the Potter series proved to be successful, there was the Twilight Series. Next came The Hunger Games. And then came Divergent! Each series was marketed as "the NEXT Harry Potter." But, they weren't really as successful as Harry Potter at all! On this special episode of MuggleCast, the hosts dive deep into what makes the tale of a boy wizard so enduring, and how the other series just didn't measure up in terms of financial success OR staying-power. We also compare HP to Star Wars and discuss what the two series have in common. It's another great episode this week, be sure to listen at your leisure!
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Feb 01, 2022 |
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547: The Rise and Fall of Severus Snape and Lily Potter
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In light of Snape and Lily both being born in January, this week we're analyzing the rise and fall of the relationship between the two characters! What did Lily initially see in Snape? Should she have given him another chance? And just how creepy is Snape's life-long commitment to Lily? Then, we unveil the Top 7 pickup lines Snape used on Lily... no wonder things didn't work out!
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Jan 25, 2022 |
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546: How Will Jacob Remain a Vital Part of 'Fantastic Beasts'?
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With just three months to go until the release of Secrets of Dumbledore, we continue our Fantastic Beasts character discussions with Jacob Kowalski! The heart of the Fantastic Beasts series is a true, loyal friend and partner. But what does the future hold for him? Slipping on a strudel? Getting lost in Newt's suitcase? Don't miss our Top 10 Ways in Which Jacob Kowalski WILL DIE! And next week we explore the loving/semi-toxic relationship between Lily Potter and Severus Snape, so send us your feedback!
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Jan 18, 2022 |
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545: Can Anyone Tell The Phelps Twins Apart? And Fans React to the Reunion
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We open up our Muggle Mail bag for the first time in 2022, as we take listener feedback on the Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts reunion special! You wont want to miss our Top 10 Outtakes That We Don’t Know For Sure Happened During the Reunion But They Totally Did! Plus, did Andrew predict Jacob getting a wand five years ago?!? And speaking of Jacob, next week we return to our Fantastic Beasts character discussions, so send us your feedback!
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Jan 11, 2022 |
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544: The Harry Potter Stars Reunite, and We Review!
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MuggleCast excitedly kicks off the year 2022 with their review of the brand new Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts reunion special! Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura as they go "chapter-by-chapter" on the 100 minute show and discuss the highs and lows, cast members who were noticeably absent, and how the reunion special did or didn't meet their expectations. We also have a mail-bag show next week, so be sure to send us YOUR thoughts on the special!
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Jan 03, 2022 |
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543: Harry Potter Reunion Special Preview, More 'Secrets of Dumbledore' Trailer Analysis, Year in Review
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On this week's episode, we preview the forthcoming Harry Potter Reunion Special, dive deeper into The Secrets of Dumbledore trailer, take listener feedback on just what in the world Jacob is doing with a wand and look ahead to 2022! Plus, a bonus MuggleCast you won't want to miss - just what goes down at a Hogwarts Holiday staff party!
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Dec 21, 2021 |
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542: 'Secrets of Dumbledore' Trailer Analysis: Wizard Jacob, Aberforth, Dark Queenie, Oh My!
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The first trailer for Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore has finally arrived, and we're here to discuss everything in it! What's up with Jacob and his wand? Hey there, Aberforth Dumbledore! New Year, New Doo for Credence! And thank goodness that there are still magical beasts in this thing!
We recorded this Secrets of Dumbledore trailer analysis just minutes after it was released Monday morning, so we go character by character and scene by scene to figure out what we can expect in the Fantastic Beasts threequel. (Just THREE points awarded to Hufflepuff? THREE?)
Send us your feedback about the Secrets of Dumbledore trailer, and we may include it in the next episode, which we're recording later this week! We want your theories and feelings.
This week's episode is sponsored by BetterHelp (Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/mugglecast) and MeUndies (get 15% off your first order and free shipping at MeUndies.com/mugglecast)
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Dec 13, 2021 |
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541: What Happened To Queenie in 'Crimes of Grindelwald'?
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On this week's episode, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses makes it television premiere! And speaking of trivia, join us for Quizzitch Live: Holiday House Battle on Sunday, December 12 at 10 a.m. ET! In other news, our Fantastic Beasts character discussions continue with Queenie Goldstein. How has her character changed from Fantastics Beasts to Crimes of Grindelwald?
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Dec 07, 2021 |
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540: The Trio's Reuniting, Albus/Scorpius Becomes Canon?, and our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide
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On this week's episode, major news hits the fandom! We discuss the upcoming reunion of cast and crew from Harry Potter to celebrate the first film's 20th anniversary. In addition, the new, shorter version of Cursed Child is reportedly a lot more heavy on an Albus/Scorpius relationship! And finally we bring you our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide! Join Andrew, Eric, Laura and Micah as they reveal what awesome fan-crafted finds they've discovered this year.
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Nov 23, 2021 |
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539: What Was The '98 Hogwarts School Year Like? And More Muggle Mail
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On this week's episode, we empty some owl post from our Muggle Mail bag! What would the 1998-99 Hogwarts school year have looked like? Why did Harry decide to become an Auror? Plus, we analyze several new Credence theories, a Chicken Soup from India and a horcrux email from 2006 that we’ll finally answer!
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Nov 16, 2021 |
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538: Sorcerer's Stone Movie Commentary Track
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This week's episode is a movie commentary track for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's/Sorcerer's Stone! The movie turns 20 years old this weekend, and you can finally watch along with the MuggleCasters. Listen as Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura share their insights and revisit the magical movie that launched the franchise.
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Nov 09, 2021 |
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537: The First Harry Potter Movie Turns 20 Years Old
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On this week's episode, we’re celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone hitting movie theaters, and kicking off an incredible film series! Where were we on opening night? How did movie critics react to the first Potter film? Who would we cast in some of our favorite Potter roles? Plus, Eric as the Sorting Hat? Join us for the first of several episodes celebrating this epic movie anniversary!
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Nov 02, 2021 |
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536: Evanna Lynch discusses 'The Opposite of Butterfly Hunting'
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On this week's episode, long time friend of the show Evanna Lynch joins us to discuss her new book, The Opposite of Butterfly Hunting. She talks about the challenges in writing her memoir and the hosts ask her about her experiences as a newly published author. Her book chronicles a struggle with mental illness and an eating disorder, as well as her correspondence with JK Rowling via letters, years before she was cast as Luna Lovegood. Evanna was kind to answer all of our questions and give us her time. This is one episode you won't want to miss!
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Oct 26, 2021 |
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535: Harry Potter Halloween Extravaganza, New 'Secrets of Dumbledore' Info Revealed
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On this week's episode, it's our annual Halloween extravaganza! We invent some of our own wizarding world candy, discuss what treats Potter characters would hand out for Halloween and Potter-ize your favorite Halloween movies! Plus, some new and exciting info about The Secrets of Dumbledore following a test screening in Los Angeles last week!
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Oct 19, 2021 |
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534: What The Heck Is Going On With Credence in 'Fantastic Beasts'?
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On this week's episode of MuggleCast, we follow up on our original character discussion on Credence Barebone, aka Corvus Lestrange, aka "Aurelius Dumbledore"? Wading deep into prophecy, including forming one of our own using Nostradamus, the hosts try to answer the question: "Just what is going on with Credence?" Listen as we find some answers by reviewing the scenes and subplots of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.
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Oct 12, 2021 |
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533: Discussing Hermione Granger's Academic Prowess and Perceptiveness
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On this week's episode of MuggleCast, we get back to our Harry Potter character discussions with the brightest witch of her age, Hermione Jean Granger. We discuss her personality traits, her academic prowess, and her overall perceptiveness. Plus, on Bonus MuggleCast on our Patreon, the hosts try to figure out if Hermione has a female best friend and debate which member of the trio is the "third wheel"?
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Oct 05, 2021 |
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532: 'Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore' Title, Release Date Analysis
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On this week's special episode of MuggleCast, we finally have some Fantastic Beasts 3 news to discuss! The third entry in the Fantastic Beasts series will be titled, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore! Also, a plot synopsis and new release date (April 15, 2022) are out! Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura as they discuss their first impressions of the title, what specific "secrets" the title may be hinting at, and we hear from Slug Club-level Patrons listening live who have some great theories as well!
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Sep 23, 2021 |
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531: The Vibrating Broomstick, Hogwarts House Analysis Wrap Up, How Did Harry Know Lily's Patronus?
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On this week's episode of MuggleCast, Andrew has some news that's been 14 years in the making! Plus, we open up our Muggle mailbag to hear from listeners about our most recent Hogwarts House discussions (don't forget, you can find them all here: Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw & Slytherin). And on Bonus MuggleCast, to celebrate its 20th anniversary, we review deleted and unreleased scenes from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone!
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Sep 21, 2021 |
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530: Celebrating and Criticizing Gryffindor House
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This week, the MuggleCasters tackle the fiercest Hogwarts house of them all with their main discussion centered on Gryffindor! Joining the discussion is long-time friend of the show and boyfriend of Andrew, Pat! The panel of current and former Gryffindors talk about the good and the bad traits of Gryffindor, like why being bold can be a bad thing, and how being "daring" can mean you like to get into trouble. The hosts also examine Gryffindor's security system, ask why it is so insecure, and how famous Gryffindors like Minerva McGonagall and Peter Pettigrew fit into their house assignments!
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Sep 14, 2021 |
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529: Celebrating and Criticizing Ravenclaw House
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Intelligence. Wisdom. Learning. Wit. Our four-part series on the Houses of Hogwarts continues this week with Ravenclaw (be sure to check out our Slytherin and Hufflepuff episodes)! Andrew and Eric are surprised with just how critical Micah and Laura are of their own house (but, honestly, would you expect anything less of Ravenclaws?). Join us as we "look down" upon the Hogwarts grounds from high atop Ravenclaw Tower and discuss some of the House's most notable members!
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Sep 07, 2021 |
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528: We're Going Back to Hogwarts!
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CHOO CHOO! Join us as we head back to Hogwarts on this week's episode of MuggleCast! Andrew, Eric, Micah and Meg as they play a few games and discuss the school's prime locations for first kisses, homework, parties and more! Plus, with David Yates beginning a new project, could the latest Fantastic Beasts news spell more trouble for the five-part movie franchise?
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Aug 31, 2021 |
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527: In Defense of Hufflepuff House
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Coming off of the success of our last episode where we defended Slytherin House, the MuggleCasters turn their sights to that other maligned Hogwarts house: Hufflepuff! Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura as they discuss the qualities possessed by Hufflepuff students, examine why Hufflepuff does not get much glory in the books, and why everyone should want to know a Hufflepuff in real life. All that and more, on MuggleCast episode 527!
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Aug 24, 2021 |
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526: In Defense of Slytherin House
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Aug 17, 2021 |
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525: What Lies Ahead For Tina Goldstein in 'Fantastic Beasts'?
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On this week's episode of MuggleCast, we're discussing Tina Goldstein's role following the events of The Crimes of Grindelwald, and what lies ahead! Plus, we revisit our predictions made after seeing her in the first Fantastic Beasts movie.
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Aug 10, 2021 |
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524: 'Cursed Child' Downsizing, A Wild Snape Observation, Sorting Hat Biases and other MuggleMail
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Aug 03, 2021 |
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523: What If Neville Longbottom Was 'The Chosen One'?
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Jul 27, 2021 |
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522: Revisiting 'Deathly Hallows, Part 2' Ten Years Later
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Jul 20, 2021 |
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521: Young Albus Dumbledore's Motives and Manipulations
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Jul 13, 2021 |
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520: The Most Shocking Moments in Fandom History, Part 2: Encyclopedia Flip Flop, More Wizarding Schools, Fantastic Beasts
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Jul 06, 2021 |
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519: The Most Shocking Moments in Fandom History, Part 1: JKR v The Lexicon, The Deathly Hallows Split, Pottermore
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Jun 29, 2021 |
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518: The Lazy Sorting Hat, Pre-DH Final Battle Theories, Hypocrite Draco, and More MuggleMail
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Jun 22, 2021 |
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517: The Potter Fandom's Life-Changing Support for LGBTQ+ People
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Jun 15, 2021 |
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516: Can Draco Malfoy Ever Be Forgiven?
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Jun 08, 2021 |
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515: Prisoner of Azkaban Movie Commentary
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This week's episode is our fifth-ever Wizarding World movie commentary! Watch Prisoner of Azkaban with the MuggleCasters, and listen as we react in real-time to everything happening. Is this movie as bad as some people say it is? What do we love and hate about it? We discuss it all as we watch!
Note: You will need your own copy of Prisoner of Azkaban in order to watch with us. We will help you sync up the movie with us at the start of the commentary track. We strongly recommend listening to this episode with your own copy of the movie. Otherwise, it may be difficult to follow along with what we're discussing.
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May 25, 2021 |
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514: Revisiting Harry Potter Fansites During Summer 2007
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May 18, 2021 |
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513: Why is Hufflepuff's Professor Sprout So Absent From the Harry Potter Series?
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May 11, 2021 |
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512: The Highs and Lows of the Battle of Hogwarts
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May 04, 2021 |
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511: Listeners Share Funny Harry Potter Plot Holes, and more MuggleMail
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Apr 27, 2021 |
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510: The Best (or Weirdest) of Harry Potter Fan Fiction
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Apr 20, 2021 |
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509: What We'd Change About The Harry Potter Books and Movies
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Apr 13, 2021 |
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508: How To Tell Fred and George Weasley Apart, and More Twin Talk
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Apr 06, 2021 |
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507: Bradley Bakes is Creating Every Food and Drink Item in the Harry Potter Books
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Mar 30, 2021 |
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506: Harry and Tom Riddle, More Security Nightmares, and Other MuggleMail
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Mar 23, 2021 |
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505: Seven Harry Potter Fan Films That Expand The Story in Brilliant Ways
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Mar 16, 2021 |
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504: The Achievements of Women in Harry Potter
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Mar 09, 2021 |
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503: The Best and Worst of Ron Weasley
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Mar 02, 2021 |
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502: All The Ways Hogwarts Is A Security Nightmare
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Feb 23, 2021 |
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501: Fantastic Beasts 3 Opening Scene Ideas, MuggleMail
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Feb 16, 2021 |
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500: The Best Harry Potter Pick-Up Lines, Popular Head Cannon Ships
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Feb 09, 2021 |
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499: Life As An Adult Harry Potter Fan
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Feb 02, 2021 |
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498: Harry Potter's 'Midnight Sun': The Companion Stories We Want Written
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Jan 26, 2021 |
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#497: The First Movie's Best Character Introductions
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Jan 19, 2021 |
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#496: Harry Potter Character New Year Resolutions, Iconic Lines We Always Say Out Loud
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Jan 11, 2021 |
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#495: Taste-Testing Harry Potter Themed Drinks, 2020 Year in Review
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Dec 22, 2020 |
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#494: Reviewing The Gadgets and Gizmos of the Wizarding World
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Dec 15, 2020 |
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#493: The Best Fan-Made Harry Potter Merchandise
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Dec 08, 2020 |
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#492: The Defining Chapters of the Big Seven Harry Potter Characters
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Nov 24, 2020 |
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#491: Which Harry Potter Character Would We Want To Be?
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Nov 17, 2020 |
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#490: Why Johnny Depp Left Fantastic Beasts, and Who Should Play Grindelwald Now
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Nov 09, 2020 |
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#489: The Politics of the Wizarding World
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Nov 03, 2020 |
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#488: Your Most Controversial Harry Potter Opinions
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Oct 27, 2020 |
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#487: The Scariest Moments in Harry Potter
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Oct 20, 2020 |
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#486: Quidditch Through the Ages Illustrated Review, MuggleMail, and Games!
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Oct 13, 2020 |
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#485: The Biggest Plot Holes in the Harry Potter Books
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Oct 06, 2020 |
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#484: Fictional Orphans and Their Purpose in 'Harry Potter'
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Sep 29, 2020 |
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#483: Fantasy Casting the Harry Potter TV Series, 'Hogwarts Legacy' Announced
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Sep 22, 2020 |
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#482: Never-Before-Seen Harry Potter Scenes We Want in a TV Series
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Sep 15, 2020 |
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#481: The Deep Similarities Between Harry and Neville
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Sep 08, 2020 |
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#480: The Best Professors at Hogwarts
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Sep 01, 2020 |
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#479: The Best Chapters of the ENTIRE Harry Potter Series
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Aug 25, 2020 |
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#478: How MuggleNet Created a Harry Potter Encyclopedia
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Aug 18, 2020 |
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#477: Burning 'Order of the Phoenix' Questions That Were Never Answered
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Aug 11, 2020 |
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#476: Celebrating 15 Years of MuggleCast (with Jamie!)
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Aug 04, 2020 |
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#475: Denial and Acceptance (OOTP 38, The Second War Begins)
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Jul 28, 2020 |
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#474: There's Something About Harry (OOTP 37, The Lost Prophecy)
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Jul 21, 2020 |
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#473: Dumbledore v Voldemort (OOTP 36, The Only One He Ever Feared)
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Jul 14, 2020 |
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#472: DUBBLEDORE! (OOTP 35, 'Beyond the Veil')
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Jul 07, 2020 |
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#471: PUNK'd (OOTP 33 and 34, 'Fight or Flight' and 'The Department of Mysteries')
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Jun 30, 2020 |
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#470: Silky Smooth Snape (OOTP 32, Out of the Fire)
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Jun 23, 2020 |
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#469: Why J.K. Rowling Is Wrong About Trans People
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On this special edition of MuggleCast, the hosts are joined by Dr. Sarah Steelman (Marriage & Family Therapist, Ph.D., LMFT) to discuss J.K. Rowling's recent tweets and open letter regarding trans people. We review her statements and why so many of them are wrong, share responses from around the Harry Potter community, and analyze our own feelings.
Given the sensitive nature of this conversation, please be aware that this episode carries a trigger warning. Below is a list of resources referenced in our show, for both those individuals looking to better educate themselves as allies and for those who are personally affected by recent events.
If you're a LGBTQ person who needs to speak to someone:
Other resources:
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Jun 15, 2020 |
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#468: Rubeus Hagrid’s Punch Out! (OOTP 31, O.W.L.S.)
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Jun 09, 2020 |
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#467: Stranger Danger (OOTP 30, Grawp)
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Jun 02, 2020 |
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#466: Weasleys Victorious (OOTP 29, Career Advice)
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May 19, 2020 |
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#465: How I Met Your Mother (OOTP 28, Snape's Worst Memory)
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May 12, 2020 |
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#464: Dumbledore Gone Wild (OOTP 27, The Centaur and The Sneak)
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May 05, 2020 |
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#463: Umbridge's Quibbles (OOTP 26, Seen and Unforeseen)
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Apr 28, 2020 |
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#462: Kreacher and the Keys (OOTP 25, The Beetle at Bay)
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Apr 21, 2020 |
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#461: Snape's Secrets (OOTP 24, Occlumency)
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Apr 14, 2020 |
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#460: Loony Lockhart (OOTP 23, Christmas on the Closed Ward)
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Apr 07, 2020 |
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#459: Magicare For All (OOTP 22, St. Mungo's, Part 2)
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Mar 31, 2020 |
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#458: Portrait Party (OOTP 22, St. Mungo's, Part 1)
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Mar 24, 2020 |
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#457: The Grim Granger (OOTP 21, The Eye of the Snake)
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Mar 17, 2020 |
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#456: A Giant Waste Of Time (OOTP 20, Hagrid's Tale)
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Mar 10, 2020 |
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#455: How To Hogwarts (OOTP 19, The Lion & The Serpent)
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Mar 03, 2020 |
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#454: Drinky Winky (OOTP 18, Dumbledore's Army)
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Feb 25, 2020 |
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#453: 2 Fast, 2 Illustrated (OOTP 17, Educational Decree Number 24)
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Feb 11, 2020 |
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#452: Essence of Goat (OOTP 16, In The Hog’s Head)
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Feb 04, 2020 |
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#451: Murtlap Milkin' (OOTP 15, The Hogwarts High Inquisitor)
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Jan 28, 2020 |
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#450: Weekend at Hogwarts (OOTP 14, 'Percy and Padfoot')
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Jan 21, 2020 |
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#449: Torturous Toad (OOTP 13, Detention With Dolores)
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Jan 14, 2020 |
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#448: Have a Biscuit (OOTP 12, Professor Umbridge)
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Jan 07, 2020 |
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Why J.K. Rowling's Tweet Was Transphobic and Hurtful
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In this special installment, Rori Porter, a transfemme member of the Harry Potter fandom, joins the MuggleCasters to discuss why J.K. Rowling's December 19th tweet was transphobic and hurtful.
Rori explains the court battle the tweet is in reference to, what Rowling's doing by saying this, and how it affects trans people. We also discuss the role inclusion and acceptance has played in the Harry Potter fandom, and where we go from here. Check out TransStudent.org to learn more about the trans community, and click here to read Rori's piece published to Medium. |
Jan 05, 2020 |
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#447: Harry Potter Decade in Review
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Please note: This episode was recorded prior to J.K. Rowling's controversial tweet, which was harmful to the transgender community and allies. As we stated on Twitter, trans rights are human rights. We see you, we love you. You are valid. We will always welcome you! We'll share additional thoughts on the situation in Episode 448.
In our final episode of 2019, we take a look back at another Decade of Harry Potter by reliving the biggest moments and surprises of the past 10 years. What were we feeling then, how do we feel now, and what does it all mean for the decade ahead? Events discussed include:
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Dec 23, 2019 |
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#446: Going Rogue (OOTP 11, The Sorting Hat's New Song)
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Dec 16, 2019 |
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#445: Less Than Prefect (OOTP Chapter 10, Luna Lovegood)
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Dec 09, 2019 |
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#444: Harry Potter Gift Guide Extravaganza 2019
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Nov 25, 2019 |
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#443: Never A Bride (OOTP Chapter 9, Woes of Mrs. Weasley)
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Nov 18, 2019 |
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#442: Harry Potter Screenwriter Returns, Cursed Child Inside Look
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Nov 11, 2019 |
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#441: Brian? (OOTP Chapter 8, The Hearing)
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Nov 04, 2019 |
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#440: Return To Sender (WW Gold Review, OOTP Chapter 7, 'The Ministry of Magic')
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Oct 28, 2019 |
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#439: Dumbledip (GOF Illustrated Review, OOTP Chapter 6, 'House of Black')
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Oct 21, 2019 |
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#438: Live From LeakyCon 2019
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We're live from LeakyCon in Boston and joined by special guest Chris Rankin! We travel around the Wizarding World to famous Potter locations, talk about the Massachusetts-based school Ilvermorny and play a few of our favorite games with the audience. Chris takes Micah to task in the Dueling Club while listeners try their hand at Make The Connection. Join us for this very special edition of MuggleCast!
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Oct 14, 2019 |
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#437: The Voldeport (OOTP Chapter 5, The Order of the Phoenix)
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Oct 07, 2019 |
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#436: ALL CAPS (OOTP Chapter 4, 12 Grimmauld Place)
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Sep 30, 2019 |
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#435: Into The Dark (OOTP Chapter 3, The Advance Guard)
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Sep 23, 2019 |
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#434: His Last (OOTP Chapter 2, A Peck of Owls)
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Sep 16, 2019 |
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#433: Gettin' Figgy (OOTP Chapter 1, Dudley Demented)
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Sep 09, 2019 |
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#432: Connecting Prisoner of Azkaban to Order of the Phoenix
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Sep 02, 2019 |
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#431: The Questions Fans Had After 'Goblet of Fire'
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Aug 26, 2019 |
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#430: Did Dumbledore Attempt To Recreate Ariana?
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Aug 19, 2019 |
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#429: Sidecar Joy
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Aug 14, 2019 |
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#428: Finishing Sorcerer's Stone, 13 Years Later
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Aug 05, 2019 |
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#427: Connecting Sorcerer's Stone to Deathly Hallows
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Jul 29, 2019 |
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#426: Discovering Sorcerer's Stone
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Jul 22, 2019 |
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#425: Half-Blood Prince in Review
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Jul 15, 2019 |
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14: MuggleMiniCast #1
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On this special November 02nd, 2005 edition of MuggleCast…
Ben and Andrew sit down with Matt Vines from Veritaserum.com and gather some wonderful insight to Goblet of Fire. Matt was able to see the movie at screenings twice when he was in London the weekend of the junket. Beware, spoilers are abound!
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Jul 15, 2019 |
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#424: Sad Woodstock (HBP 30, The White Tomb)
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Jul 08, 2019 |
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#423: 'Harry Potter: Wizards Unite' review
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Jul 01, 2019 |
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#422: Fawkes Unites (HBP 29, The Phoenix Lament)
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Jun 24, 2019 |
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#421: Sidecar Blues (Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Ride Review)
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Jun 17, 2019 |
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#420: Really Loose Pockets (HBP 28, Flight of the Prince)
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Jun 10, 2019 |
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#419: Snape Loves Dumbledore (HBP 27, The Lightning Struck Tower)
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Jun 03, 2019 |
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#418: Wizarding World Gold
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* We're live from Andrew's living room in Chicago!
* The new WizardingWorld.com website (sort of) goes live and we get our official passports!
* Question is… what do we do with them?
* Wizarding World Gold: what is it and how much is it going to cost fans?
* Following Crimes of Grindelwald and a Fantastic Beasts 3 delay, is this news breaking at the wrong time?
* What benefits would we like to see from a premium Wizarding World service?
* Muggle Mail covers where people listen, politics, The Life and Lies of Albus Dumbledore, security at Hogwarts and "good" Horcruxes
* Why did Voldemort put so little protection around his other Horcruxes?
* Did Dumbledore experience a "surge" before his inevitable fate on the Lightening-Struck Tower?
* Why didn't we talk more about the fact that Draco was crying when Harry found him in the bathroom?
* Did Snape create Sectumsempra for James Potter and Sirius Black?
* Quizzitch: Where do Harry and Dumbledore apparate to upon their return from The Cave?
* We're off next week!
* Bonus MuggleCast (available on Patreon): What if… Dumbledore had told Harry the truth about Snape in that moment of hesitation?
* This week's episode is brought to you by Scentbird (visit Scentbird.com/MuggleCast and use code MUGGLECAST for perfume or cologne for $7.50!) and ThirdLove (visit ThirdLove.com/MuggleCast for 15% off your first purchase!)
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May 20, 2019 |
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#417: Next Level Magic (HBP 26, The Cave)
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* Welcome Slug Club member Natalie!
* News: we get our first look at animatronic Hagrid and discuss the changes coming to Pottermore!
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Chapter 26, The Cave
* 7-Word Summary: Together they enter the mysterious boat ride
* The perfect breaststroke: what do we make of Dumbledore's new-found agility? Is it pure adrenaline? His eagerness to find the Horcrux?
* Next level magic: it leaves traces and can be felt! Might J.K. Rowling explain this further in the Fantastic Beasts series?
* Why does this Horcrux have the highest level of protection? Is it because it once belonged to Voldemort's mother?
* Has Voldemort visited the cave since he placed the Horcrux here?
* Why is Harry's blood more valuable upon entering the cave but not for exiting?
* The simple approach: even in the most dangerous of situations, Dumbledore is still teaching Harry
* Is it possible that because part of Voldemort resides within Harry, that the magic within the cave is mistaking him for Voldemort?
* Magical weight vs. human weight and how Voldemort's tends to overlook those he considers to be "less than himself"
* Does Dumbledore's reaction to the bodies in the lake reflect the fact that he's resigned himself to his fate?
* What do we think Dumbledore is seeing when he drinks the potion? We recall we didn't have the context of Ariana when we first theorized about this in 2005!
* Dumbledore's Ring of Fire: what spell does he cast to ward off the Inferi?
* Despite her absence Laura does an amazing job Connecting The Threads (and planning the discussion)!
* The hosts reveal their Horcrux Hidey Hole, MVPs of the Week and Rename The Chapter!
* Quizzitch: Which Death Eater calls Dumbledore "Dumby"?
* We've finally got @mugglecast on Instagram! Thanks for the help, Amy and Amanda!
* This week's episode is sponsored by AWAY. Get $20 off a suitcase by going to AwayTravel.com/mugglecast20 and using promo code MUGGLECAST20.
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May 13, 2019 |
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#416: Not Sorry (HBP 25, The Seer Overheard)
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* For the first time in five years, J.K. Rowling stays quiet on the anniversary of the Battle of Hogwarts
* Fantastic Beasts 3 filming is delayed until 2021! How will this impact the fandom? Will people lose interest in the series?
* This Week in MuggleCast History returns!
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 25 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, The Seer Overheard
* 7-Word Summary: Harry discovers who listened to the prophecy
* Harry and Ginny: why did Rowling gloss over some of the happiest moments of Harry's life?
* Hermione begins to unravel the identity of the Half-Blood Prince... and Harry "just knows" it isn't a woman! Is he being sexist?
* Why is Harry still so defensive of the Half-Blood Prince? Truth is, we've seen him behave this way before!
* The Room of Requirement: easier to access than previously thought - you just need to be drunk!
* Why has Dumbledore been so reluctant to see Trelawney lately?
* Harry learns Snape was the one who overheard the prophecy! Would Dumbledore have ever told him?
* What does it say about Snape's character that despite playing a role in Harry's father's death, he still continues to insult James?
* Is Albus and Aberforth's relationship as contentious as we're led to believe in Deathly Hallows?
* Lax security: is there any reason to think the school will be safe with Harry and Dumbledore headed to The Cave?
* The hosts Rename The Chapter and give their MVPs of the Week
* Quizzitch: What is the first spell Harry casts at the Inferi?
* Bonus MuggleCast (available on Patreon): what if Hermione had discovered the identity of the Half-Blood Prince in this chapter? Would it have been too much for Harry to deal with?
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May 06, 2019 |
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#415: The Worst at Everything He Does (HBP 24, Sectumsempra)
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* Which character, if any, will JKR pay tribute to on May 2?
* MuggleMail covers the power of love, Felix Felicis and interesting listening locations
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 24 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Sectumsempra
* 7-Word Summary: Harry almost gets discovered by Snape bathroom
* Breakup Central: Ron and Lavender and Dean and Ginny are splitsville!
* Charms Class and Quidditch: we reflect on how Harry's time at Hogwarts is coming to an end
* Katie Bell has finally returned and Harry remains convinced Draco was behind her attack
* Harry is hung up on Felix Felicis and Hermione draws an interesting conclusion about the effects on the potion
* Ravenclaws and Gryffindors: how Quidditch championship matches bring out their wild side!
* Let's go to the bathroom… because it's where all the important shi*t happens in the Potter series
* Sectumsempra: Why would Harry use a spell on Draco when he has no clue of its effect?
* Why doesn't Harry argue that he was defending himself against an Unforgivable Curse?
* Was Snape also keeping tabs on Draco? Was Moaning Myrtle assisting him?
* Should a professor be able to use Legilimency on a student to find out the truth?
* Does Harry's punishment fit the crime? Shouldn't it have been more severe?
* The Room of Requirement: we get brief glimpses of the Vanishing Cabinet and the Diadem Horcrux
* The Half-Blood Prince's book has done a lot of good for Harry and he lets Hermione know it!
* Ginny rushes to Harry's defense and SLAMS Hermione not once, but twice!
* Snape detention has an interesting twist to it!The hosts believe it's important that Gryffindor wins the Quidditch Cup without Harry
* Harry and Ginny: did it feel rushed? Forced? Or about damn time?!?!
* We Rename The Chapter and give our MVPs of the Week!
* Quizzitch: What unlikely companion does Harry find outside the Room of Requirement?
* This week's episode is brought to you by OpenFit! Text MuggleCast to 303030 to receive full access to all the workouts and nutrition info for a month!
* In Bonus MuggleCast, available exclusively on Patreon, we discuss what would have happened if Draco had died as a result of the Sectumsempra attack!
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Apr 29, 2019 |
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#414: Secrets Discovered (HBP 23, Horcruxes)
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* Universal reveals the beasts we can expect to see on Hagrid's motorbike adventure including one never seen in the films!
* We take voicemails in defense of Slughorn, on the Room of Requirement, Harry's daydreaming and Hufflepuffs ability to find things
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 23 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Horcruxes
* 7-Word Summary: Secrets are discovered inside the Slughorn office
* Compromised security: what's up with the Fat Lady denying Harry entrance to Gryffindor Tower? Could Felix have still been at work?
* Dumbledore is initially shocked that Harry has acquired the memory. Did he really think Harry could do it?
* Do we actually know where Tom first learned about Horcruxes?
* We contrast Tom and Harry's approach to extracting information from Slughorn
* Wizards of a certain caliber have always been drawn to Horcruxes... really?!?! Like who?
* We learn Dumbledore is particularly fierce about Horcruxes. Why is that? Could Grindelwald have made one?
* Horcrux Breakdown: the diary, the ring, the locket, the cup, Nagini and something of either Gryffindor's or Ravenclaw's
* Did part of Dumbledore's prophecy explanation reveal that Harry is a Horcrux?
* Can Voldemort feel when one of his Horcruxes is destroyed? Not in the books, but it works in the films!
* Does Dumbledore's rant about tyrants creating self-fulfilling prophecies mean even more now that we know more about Grindelwald?
* The hosts rename the chapter and give their MVPs
* Quizzitch: How long does it take to make Felix Felicis?
* In celebration of recording on 4/20, we offer thoughts on which characters in the wizarding world like the ganga!
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Apr 22, 2019 |
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#413: Horcrux Hangover (HBP 22, After the Burial)
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* Slug Club member Sara joins the show!
* Muggle Mail covers Bunty The Spy, Snape The Protector and Snape The Bully
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 22 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, After The Burial
* 7-Word Summary: Aragog causes Harry no issues with Slughorn
* Despite its dark undertones, is this one of the funniest chapters of the series?
* Eric tells us why Hagrid's letter defined his Potter reading experience
* Aragog is one of our biggest (literally) connecting threads between Half-Blood Prince and Chamber of Secrets
* Will we see Aragog make an appearance in the Fantastic Beasts series?
* Thanks to Ron... it's time for Harry to GET LUCKY!
* Thoughts of Ginny... are they romantic or a bit disgusting?
* If the placebo Felix Felicis effect worked on Ron, do we think it could have done the same for Harry?
* Is Slughorn so elusive because he considered Harry would eventually use Felix Felicis?
* Venomous tentacula, acromantula venom, unicorn hair... Slughorn has a side-hussle!
* House-Elves as poison taste-testers! What does this reveal about Slughorn's character?
* I Will Remember You: our patrons pay tribute to Aragog
* Let's get drunk! Is this becoming a recurring theme in Half-Blood Prince?
* Does Slughorn feel guilty, maybe even responsible, for what happened to Lily?
* Francis The Fish is possibly the best addition the filmmakers made to the series
* Rename The Chapter and MVP of the Week
* Quizzitch: Who tells Nearly-Headless Nick about Dumbledore's whereabouts?
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Apr 15, 2019 |
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#412: Determinedly (HBP 21, The Unknowable Room)
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* The latest on JKR's assistant's credit card fraud
* Quidditch Through The Ages is getting an illustrated edition!
* Team StarKid is turning 10 and they're planning an event in LA!
* Muggle Mail covers the cursed DADA position, Dumbledore lecturing Harry and the powers of Hufflepuff's Cup
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 21 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, The Unknowable Room
* 7-Word Summary: Harry searches for Draco unsuccessfully but determinedly
* JKR drops yet another subtle hint to the identity of the Half-Blood Prince
* Dobby and Kreacher report back their findings on Malfoy!
* Despite the result, should Harry have been more explicit with his instructions?
* Why does Harry never consider that Draco could be entering the Room of Requirement?
* What combination of words would we use to try and enter the room?
* Given her persistence, should Hermione have offered Harry suggestions on how to acquire the Slughorn's memory?
* Snape is having a really bad day (again), but should he be taking it out on his students?
* Why was Tonks in this chapter? What did she need to see Dumbledore about?
* We draw connections between Moaning Myrtle, Draco and Tom Riddle
* The hosts Rename The Chapter and give their MVPs of the Week!
* Quizzitch: When Professor Slughorn gets plant leaves from Professor Sprout, what group of students does he say they are for?
* In Bonus MuggleCast (available on Patreon): The creators of the amazing graphic art within the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts film series visit Chicago, and Eric recaps their event.
* Don't forget to follow @MuggleCastPod on Instagram!
* This week's episode is brought to you by Robinhood, the easiest way to invest in stocks, ETFs, cryptos and more. Get a free stock like Apple, Ford, or Sprint at MuggleCast.Robinhood.com!
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Apr 08, 2019 |
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#411: RiddleGin (HBP 20, Lord Voldemort's Request)
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* We're now on Instagram! Follow us: @MuggleCastPod!
* A first edition Potter book sells for $90,000! Have any hosts ever been tempted to buy a rare piece of Potter memorabilia?
* Patreon update: Get ready! Signed album art and our 2019 gift are coming! Pledge now to become eligible to receive the goods.
* We take feedback on last week's J.K. Rowling discussion
* Voicemails cover a listener who doesn't like JKR (but is nice about it), Fawkes, Horcruxes and Cursed Child San Francisco
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 20 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Lord Voldemort's Request
* 7-Word Summary: Voldemort tries again to obtain Dumbledore’s allowance
* Just how is Draco getting the "ingredients" he needs for Polyjuice Potion?
* Hogwarts staffing problem: what's the deal with Trelawney and Firenze?
* Dumbledore calmly shames Harry for not retrieving Slughorn's memory. Have we ever experienced anything like this in real life?
* Given everything Harry has been through recently, is this a fair request? Why doesn't Dumbledore get off his ass and do it himself?
* How might the course of history have changed if Tom Riddle had been allowed to teach at Hogwarts?
* Hepzibah, Hokey and Horcruxes
* What was Voldemort truly after in Dumbledore's office?
* It is clear Dumbledore had inside information on Voldemort early on. Why didn't he do more to stop him?
* From tour guide to caretaker, the hosts give Voldemort a job at Hogwarts!
* Rename The Chapter and MVP of the Week return!
* We make several connections between this chapter and Order of the Phoenix
* Quizzitch: How many points does Harry lose for being later to DADA class?
* This week's episode is brought to you by OpenFit! Work out from the comfort of your own home and see great results -- text 'MUGGLECAST' to 303030 to receive a special extended 30-day trial!
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Apr 01, 2019 |
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#410: What Happened To This Fandom?
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- Welcome Slug Club member Kayla!
- The cover for Goblet of Fire: The Illustrated Edition is here -- could it be the best one yet?
- Micah may've discovered a Cursed Child reference on the cover....
- Details concerning Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure are revealed. Micah was on the scene for an event.
- What mysterious beast will we encounter that never made it into the films?
- The man behind Fantastic Beasts is out at Warner Brothers -- will JKR say anything?
- Main Discussion: J.K. Rowling and The Fans Who Now Attack Her
- The hosts react to the recent misleading headlines about Dumbledore and Grindelwald's "intense sexual" relationship
- How far apart are the headlines from what J.K. Rowling actually said?
- Do fans of the Potter series owe it to themselves to fact check before reacting?
- The Complex History of JKR and Controversy: outing Dumbledore, Ron and Hermione's relationship, Cursed Child, Native Americans and more
- Is there a very real possibility that we have burned our bridge to JKR as a fandom?
- The hosts and patrons share what they would like to see from JKR in the future. Everyone's responses are available to read on Patreon.
- Quizzitch: In her first memory, what time does Tom Riddle come calling for Hepzibah Smith?
- Bonus MuggleCast (available on Patreon): we discuss the latest news on the upcoming iOS and Android game Harry Potter: Wizards Unite!
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Mar 25, 2019 |
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#409: 'Crimes of Grindelwald' Commentary Track
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Join the MuggleCasters as they watch Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald together! This is a commentary track in which we watch the entire movie and discuss everything that's going on. Don't stop once the credits start rolling -- we end up talking all the way through them, and after. We're those people in the theater who refuse to leave!
This is a movie commentary track meant to be played in sync with your own copy of the film. This commentary is designed to work with American DVDs (which are in NTSC format) and all digital and Blu-ray copies of the movie.
At the beginning of the commentary we help you sync up with us. ENJOY!
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Mar 18, 2019 |
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#408: Ron Is Relevant? (HBP 19, Elf Tales)
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* News on Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is coming!
* MuggleMail covers the Goldstein last name, Accio-ing bullfrogs and the Deathly Hallows
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 19 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Elf Tales
* 7-Word Summary: Quidditch takes a backseat to Draco’s activities
* Horace Slughorn: Death Eater or Target? Is Dumbledore being reckless again?
* Hermione's voice of reason: is anyone listening?
* Harry has saved most of the Weasley family. Where was he when Fred needed him most?
* Hagrid's conversation with Harry and Hermione has strong ties to Chamber of Secrets
* Why is Dumbledore angry with Snape?
* Hagrid displays a side of him we haven't seen before!
* What does it say about Ron that more people aren't concerned about what happened to him?
* A "rogue" bludger lands Harry in the hospital... sounds familiar!
* Harry takes his stalking of Draco to a new level with Kreacher and Dobby
* Connecting The Threads, Rename The Chapter and MVP of the Week
* Voicemails cover Fawkes, Newt as an Animagus, Dumbledore and more
* Quizzitch: Who was the DADA teacher when Lord Voldemort was at Hogwarts?
* Our Crimes of Grindelwald commentary is headed your way next week!
* This week's episode is brought to you by AMC Shudder (Visit discoveryofwitchestv.com and use promo code 'mugglecast' for a free 30-day trial) and Robinhood (visit MuggleCast.Robinhood.com for a free stock!)
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Mar 11, 2019 |
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#407: G.O.A.T. (HBP 18, Birthday Surprises)
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* News: WB CEO speaks out on the Crimes of Grindelwald
* Harry Potter Wizards Unite will be released this summer!
* JKR returns to Twitter… sort of…
* MuggleMail: One listener surprises her daughter in a very cool way on her 9 3/4 birthday
* Chapter-by-Chapter returns with Chapter 18 of Half-Blood Prince, Birthday Surprises
* 7-Word Summary: Ron doesn't really love Romilda Vane wholeheartedly
* Harry must juggle telling Ron and Hermione about Dumbledore's task
* Why aren't more questions about Horcruxes being asked?
* Harry once again masters Potions Class: is it foretelling of what's to come later in the chapter?
* JKR drops another subtle hint that Snape is the Half-Blood Prince
* Do we feel bad that Hermione is working her butt off while Harry is essentially cheating his way through Potions?
* Harry and his mother: A deep discussion about Lily, Snape, Potions and Slughorn
* Would the Internet have helped Hermione's Horcrux search?
* The hosts debate which mode of transport is better: flying or Apparition
* Maraudering Malfoy: Is Harry borderline stalking Draco at this point?
* How do all of these tainted/poisoned items continue to get into Hogwarts?
* Patreon Question of the Week: Should anyone in Lavender’s situation forgive Ron due to the love potion? Is it an excuse? Or does it destroy a relationship?
* Connecting The Threads, MVP of the Week and Rename The Chapter
* Quizzitch: Who is the “big Hufflepuff” player that gets the Quaffle from Ginny during Quizzitch?
* In Bonus MuggleCast, the gang work together to play BuzzFeed's viral "How many Harry Potter characters can you name?" quiz. We won't spoil how well we did, but we were pretty pleased with our results.
* This week's episode is brought to you by CHEGG (visit Chegg.com/MuggleCast and use promo code MuggleCast for $5 off) and OpenFit (Text MuggleCast to 30-30-30 for a free 30-day trial)!
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Mar 04, 2019 |
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#406: Crimes of Grindelwald Deleted Scenes Analysis
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* Slug Club member Jac joins the show all the way from Australia!
* Fantastic Beasts 3 is seemingly delayed! When can we expect it in theaters?
* Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is set to open this June!
* We dive deep in the Crimes of Grindelwald deleted scenes & featurettes
* Credence and Nagini: why was their budding romance left on the cutting room floor?
* There was a completely different opening to this film and we discuss why it would have worked!
* Dumbledore reveals the truth behind why he sent Newt to New York!
* Who is the man Grindelwald fears above all others? Is it truly Dumbledore?
* The Romance That Will Never Be: Dumbledore & McGonagall
* Hello, Yaxley!
* Leta's mysterious ballroom dance: Can she hear other people's thoughts just like Queenie? What does “her brother will lead us from the shadows…” mean?
* Newt's Basement gives us more Augurey screen time and another look at those Baby Nifflers
* We geek out with Ezra & Evanna as they watch select scenes from Crimes of Grindelwald
* It's clear Dumbledore knows something about Credence, but Ezra can't divulge!
* J.K. Rowling: A World Revealed includes her feelings on the differences between the first two films, Heyman's analysis of Grindelwald vs. Voldemort and a great Yates' hero quote!
* JKR makes it clear that the line between good and bad is not as defined in this series: "Good guys cross over, bad guys are redeemed!"
* What?!? "Make no assumptions. Whatever you think you know at the end of the movie may not be the case when you get to the end of the third movie."
* Quizzitch: What prop did the art department make 100 copies of to place in the French Ministry of Magic?
* This week's episode is brought to you by the new podcast [One Plus One](https://wondery.com/shows/one-plus-one/)! The show tells the story of some of the world’s most legendary creative unions like Beyonce & Jay-Z, Google’s Sergey Brin and Larry Page, and Lorne Michaels and the first cast of Saturday Night Live.
* Bonus MuggleCast, available on Patreon.com/MuggleCast: Distinctly Dumbledore - we discuss some notable revelations, including that Jude Law now knows everything Rowling does about Dumbledore and that there was, in fact, a sexual component to the Dumbledore-Grindelwald relationship.
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Feb 25, 2019 |
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#405: Through and Through (HBP 17, A Sluggish Memory)
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* News covers Cursed Child in San Fran, Fantastic Worlds and Crimes of Grindelwald
* Uh oh! Dan Fogler says Fantastic Beasts 3 is bigger than the first two films combined!
* Voicemails cover a furry little correction, mother in-laws and unbreakable vows
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with A Sluggish Memory
* 7-Word Summary: Young wizards can make Horcruxes from murders
* What is the Fat Lady getting at by making the common room password “abstinence”?
* Is Hermione too harsh to Ron when she returns, ignoring his existence entirely?
* Is it time for Hermione to put a little more stock in Harry's theory about Draco?
* Harry is Dumbledore's man through and through. Based on the headmaster's reaction, is this his final happy moment?
* Were we surprised by Dumbledore’s reaction to Harry’s story about Snape & Draco? Is it fair for him to tell Harry to just cast his thoughts aside?
* Is it impressive how advanced Tom Riddle is at this young age? Given his ability to change the memory of his uncle Morfin?
* Tom’s good looks are noted multiple times in this chapter. Is it a coincidence that both he and Harry are said to look like their fathers?
* When did Slughorn alter his memory?
* Why doesn't Harry ask what Horcruxes are?
* Connecting The Threads to Chapter 17 of Chamber of Secrets - The Heir of Slytherin
* The hosts give their MVPs of the Week and Rename of the Chapter
* Quizzitch: What is the name of the Apparition instructor?
* In Bonus MuggleCast, we dive deeper into the motley crue that Tom surrounded himself with at Hogwarts. Why didn't Dumbledore keep a closer eye on them? What other teachers did Tom charm?
* This week's episode is brought to you by Care/Of (Visit TakeCareOf.com and use code MuggleCast50 for 50% off!) and Robinhood (Get a free stock at mugglecast.robinhood.com)!
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Feb 11, 2019 |
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#404: Furry Little Problems (HBP 16, A Very Frosty Christmas)
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* What’s up with JKR’s Twitter?
* Larry Potter gets nixed from the latest LEGO movie
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with A Very Frosty Christmas
* 7-Word Summary: Rufus tries to convince Harry by persuasion
* Do the words unbreakable vow finally make Ron a believer?
* Harry’s Draco argument has been rejected so many times he can hear Hermione’s response to the latest development in his head
* Arrests for the sake of arrests. Perception vs. reality. We dive deep into the Ministry under Rufus Scrimgeour.
* Does Lupin’s current state make him more sympathetic to Snape?
* Lupin may unknowingly provide some hints to the identity of the Half-Blood Prince
* How is Lupin able to go undercover without other werewolves knowing who he is?
* Could the Ministry take a page out of Voldemort’s book - playing to the underserved and underrepresented?
* We discuss how Scrimgeour goes about his conversation with Harry all wrong.
* Why, why would the Minister use Umbridge’s name to try and strengthen any argument he made?
* Is it fair Harry takes out all of his frustration towards the Ministry on Scrimgeour?
* Could Harry and Dumbledore have benefited from working with the Ministry?
* Connecting the Threads, MVP of the Week and Rename the Chapter
* Quizzitch: How much does it cost to take Apparition lessons?
* This week's episode is brought to you by [Away Travel](http://www.awaytravel.com/mugglecast) (Get $20 off your suitcase by using promo code MuggleCast) and [AMC Shudder](http://www.shudder.com) (Use promo code MuggleCast for a free 30-day trial)!
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Feb 04, 2019 |
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#403: Partygood (HBP 15, The Unbreakable Vow)
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* Welcome Slug Club member Kristy to the show!
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with The Unbreakable Vow
* 7-Word Summary: Harry parties hard when with Luna Partygood
* Harry has taken to secret passageways to avoid his admirers - is he overreacting?
* Ron's behavior toward Hermione: toxic masculinity or teenage immaturity?
* Hermione cautions Harry about being a target for Love Potions. Are Fred and George creating a security risk at Hogwarts?
* Argus Filch and Madam Pince? OTP or a casual Harry joke? What would Mrs. Norris say?
* Why Luna is a better friend to Hermione and Harry than we may realize
* Why does Harry immediately regret asking her? Why didn't he ask Hermione? Why didn't he go stag?
* Hermione announcing her date for all to hear - over-the-top or perfectly justified?
* Slughorn's Christmas party: vampires, drunk seers and the Rotfang Conspiracy
* The hosts and patrons take a crack at titling Harry's biography
* Draco gatecrashes and we discuss why Snape shows a hint of fear
* Should Draco take Snape up on his offer to help?
* Connecting The Threads: Harry The Auror. What other professions could he have pursued?
* MVP of the Week and Rename The Chapter
* Voicemails cover Tom Riddle The Obscurus, old Illustrated Edition predictions, Cursed Child Australia and more
* Quizzitch: What Christmas gift does Harry receive from Kreacher?
* This week's episode is brought to you by OpenFit! Text MUGGLECAST to 303030 for a free 30-day trial.
* Bonus MuggleCast: Is Ginny a Mary Sue? Available at Patreon.com/MuggleCast
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Jan 28, 2019 |
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#402: Snogging (HBP 14, Felix Felicis)
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* Wizard dogs! Anna joins the show to talk about her Internet famous pup and how she taught Remus all of those spells!
* What can we expect in the Crimes of Grindelwald Extended Edition arriving in March?
* Our thoughts on why Fantastic Beasts 3 production has been delayed until Fall 2019
* Will this impact the release date in 2020?
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Felix Felicis
* 7-Word Summary: Ron hates being left out of snogging
* LOTS OF TEENAGE ANGST!
* Harry, for the first time, acknowledges the possibility of a Ron-Hermione relationship
* What if… Ron and Hermione did get together and then broke up? What if… they became like Bill and Fleur?
* We explore Harry's feelings to seeing Ginny with Dean. Sorry Harry, it's more than you just being like a big brother!
* Ginny OWNS Ron in an epic sibling duel!
* The Slug Club & snogging: Is Ron just upset that he's always the one who gets left out?
* Eric makes an important observation about the "girl" with the toadspawn in the seventh floor corridor
* Harry fakes putting Felix Felicis into Ron's pumpkin juice and calls out Hermione on her Confundus Charm!
* How hypocritical in his reaction to Hermione when he learns that there was no Felix Felicis?
* Would Ron have snogged Lavender if he wasn't treated so poorly throughout the chapter?
* Connecting the Threads, MVP of the Week and Rename The Chapter
* Quizzitch: In Chapter 15 of Half-Blood Prince, what is the title of the book that Harry is assigned to read for Charms class?
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Jan 21, 2019 |
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#401: Old Testament Dumbledore (HBP 13, The Secret Riddle)
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- News covers a Goblet of Fire Illustrated Edition release date and a Cursed Child cast change
- Chapter-by-Chapter returns with Chapter 13 of Half-Blood Prince: The Secret Riddle- 7-Word Summary: Tom is very disturbed by Albus’ presence
- Exactly what does Dumbledore know about the necklace situation? Is he aware Draco is responsible?
- How was Harry able to watch Caractacus Burke on the surface of the Pensieve?
- How do we feel about Dumbledore confunding Ms. Cole and then getting her drunk?
- Do Hogwarts professors normally make house calls to witches or wizards headed to Hogwarts? Or were Harry and Tom the exceptions because of their situations?
- When we first meet young Tom Riddle in this memory, is he beyond saving?
- Why does Dumbledore let Tom believe the lie that his mother couldn’t have been a witch?
- We realize Dumbledore visits Tom's orphanage during the Fantastic Beasts timeline! Was he the only one?
- If Tom hadn’t been left to fester in an orphanage for his first 11 years, would he have turned out differently?
- Collecting trophies: Dumbledore drops a major Horcrux clue at the end of the chapter!
- From Harry entering a memory about Tom Riddle to Dumbledore's auburn hair, we connect the threads to Chapter 13 of Chamber of Secrets: The Very Secret Diary
- MVP of The Week and Rename The Chapter are back!
- Quizzitch: At what time is the first Gryffindor quidditch practice without Katie Bell held?
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Jan 14, 2019 |
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#400: Evanesco!
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* Laura returns as we hit 400 episodes!
* What Potter gifts did the hosts get for the holidays? Does Andrew have to return his to NJ Transit? See a photo of the gift on [MuggleCast.com](http://mugglecast.com/episode-400-evanesco/).
* Our patrons put Laura on the hot seat as she answers some tough Potter questions
* Pottermore's #NationalTriviaDay tweet creates a real sh*t storm by saying Hogwarts didn't have bathrooms pre-18th Century
* So… did they really just do their business wherever they stood?
* Who teaches younger students how to wipe up after themselves?
* Why bother adding bathrooms to Hogwarts at all?
* Did wizards never see a need for a private place for them to relieve themselves?
* We dig deep into our MuggleMail bag and retrieve some vintage emails just for Laura
* After six years, Laura finally becomes Lady Geek of the Week, learns she correctly predicted Neville's head on fire and has a best friend named Eve
* Voicemails cover a Kowalski descendant, Newt's expulsion, Queenie's mental state, a Leta horcrux and more
* The Dueling Club is back featuring characters from The Crimes of Grindelwald
* Quizzitch: Which Slytherin student prevented the Chamber of Secrets from being discovered?
* Chicken Soup comes all the way from Pakistan!
* And the hosts entertain this Crackpot Theory: Is Aurelius Dumbledore a homunculus?
* In Bonus MuggleCast, [available on Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-mugglecast-23816495), we discuss a strange Harry Potter book, Crimes of Grindelwald's prophecy, and Hermione's actions in Half-Blood Prince.
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Jan 07, 2019 |
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#399: 2018 Review, 2019 Preview
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* Our final episode of 2018 & our last of the 300s. We count down our Top 7 Potter Moments of 2018!
* 7\. A great year for us at MuggleCast
* 6\. The New Wizarding World logo (Seriously!!)
* 5\. Hogwarts Mystery
* 4\. Harry Potter RPG trailer leaks
* 3\. From Nagini to Aurelius Dumbledore, 2018 was full of canon additions
* 2\. Cursed Child opens on Broadway
* 1\. Crimes of Grindelwald hits theaters worldwide
* What can we look forward to in 2019?
* Harry Potter Wizards Unite? A new Wizarding World theme park attraction?
* Will we learn the title of Fantastic Beasts 3 and get our first promo?
* When will Goblet of Fire: Illustrated Edition hit store shelves?
* Quizzitch: Graduates of the magic school Uagadou are particularly skilled in these subjects: Self-Transfiguration, Astronomy, and ???
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Dec 23, 2018 |
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#398: Order Of The Zouwu
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* This week’s episode is brought to you by Wondery’s [Imagined Life podcast](http://wondery.fm/muggle) — listen to their Fantastic Beasts episode! It’s also brought to you by Care/Of, makers of monthly vitamin and supplement subscriptions. Visit TakeCareOf.com and use code ‘MuggleCast’ for 25% off your first month.
* Laura is back and gives us her thoughts on the Crimes of Grindelwald! Plus, we share an exciting announcement about the future of the show.
* Cursed Child is a go in San Francisco
* Main Discussion: Predicting Fantastic Beasts 3 (it's never too early!)
* Are we headed to Rio? Austria? Both? We examine JKR's tweets.
* Laura gives us a World War II history lesson
* Will Castelobruxo make an appearance? Ilvermorny?
* What amount of time will pass between Movies 2 & 3?
* What Harry Potter-era character will make his or her debut?
* Are we about to see the original Order of the Phoenix?
* Each host has an interesting take on Movie 3's opening scene
* Will McGonagall actually have a bigger role, like the actress' publicist says?
* Will Queenie be revealed as a double agent?
* Where is Yusuf Kama and does his Unbreakable Vow still apply?
* Is Leta alive?
* Will Newt finally stand up to Dumbledore?
* Will Dumbledore destroy the Blood Pact?
* Can we expect a Dumbledore / Grindelwald confrontation?
* Will Dumbledore open up about his relationship with Grindelwald?
* Will Eulalie Hicks save the day?
* Quizzitch: Which Castelobruxo alum is/was Captain of the world-renowned Quidditch team… the Tarapoto Tree- Skimmers?
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Dec 17, 2018 |
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#397: Blue Fire Toasted
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- Zoe Kravitz tells Dan Fogler that Leta getting "Blue Fired Toasted" may've been a "last minute change" -- What does that mean?
- Fantastic Beasts 2 raised a lot of questions, but what about the questions the first movie raised? We revisit the first movie to see what FB2 didn't answer. Including....
- What's going on with that Obscurus in Newt's suitcase?
- Where is the real Graves?
- WHO is taking care of Jacob's bakery?
- Which bad memories were erased by the Swooping Evil?
- Why was Newt expelled?
- Inconsistencies between FB1 and FB2: MACUSA, Credence's haircut, Queenie, and Accio
- Voicemails address a theory on Voldemort making Nagini a Horcrux, McGonagall and Time Turners, and why Credence must go 'freely' to Grindelwald.
- Quizzitch: What historical accuser of witches, later among the accused herself, is name dropped by Tina Goldstein and is also a character in Arthur Miller’s ‘the Crucible?’
- This week's episode of MuggleCast is brought to you by [Robinhood](http://mugglecast.robinhood.com)! Start investing today and receive a free stock like Apple, Ford, or Sprint.
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Dec 10, 2018 |
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#396: Aurelius Dumbledore Theories
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- Welcome Slug Club member Jamima!
- Crimes of Grindelwald continues to struggle at the box office - what can they do to improve future numbers?
- Harry Potter: Wizards Unite releases their first official trailer
- Andrew speaks with Universal Orlando's Manager of Entertainment Creative Development, Lora Sauls, to discuss the Wizarding World's holiday plans
- Main Discussion: Aurelius Dumbledore Theories
- Does Ariana's obscurus live within Credence?
- Is Grindelwald speaking to the obscurus or Credence at the end of the film?
- Could it be possible Dumbledore is unaware of his brother's existence?
- Are Ariana and Aurelius twins?
- Why was Aurelius never mentioned by Aberforth? Unearthed by Rita Skeeter?
- Why was Aurelius being shipped off to the United States?
- Is there still a chance that Credence is Corvus Lestrange Jr.?
- Could Credence be Ariana?
- One patron provides an alchemy theory and another asks if Dumbledore and Grindelwald created Credence through their blood pact?
- Did the fandom misjudge how old Professor McGonagall actually is?
- Could Queenie be a double agent?
- Quizzitch: What does Yusuf Kama say upon awakening in Nicolas Flamel's home?
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Dec 03, 2018 |
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#395: What We Noticed In 'Grindelwald' The Second Time
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* We check our initial predictions - who got the opening weekend box office total right?
* Eric and Andrew give their thoughts after seeing the movie for a second time
* Could an elusive iceberg creature have caused the Atlantic shipwreck?
* What's up with the Deathly Hallows being carved into a Hogwarts desk?
* How did Dumbledore know to warn Theseus about Grindelwald's rally? Did he tip off Nicolas Flamel as well?
* Mirror of Erised: Is Dumbledore's greatest desire now undoing the blood pact?
* Andrew and Micah dive deep into the Crimes of Grindelwald script book
* Do a few initially missed moments suggest Grindelwald is leading Credence on?
* We analyze Dumbeldore's description of an obscurus and The Predictions of Tycho Dodonus
* Did we miss an early clue when Leta says to Dumbledore: "not unless you had a brother who died too"?
* Dumbledore was in the Room of Requirement when he looks into the Mirror of Erised
* Was Leta's death intentionally ambiguous? If both her and Corvus Jr. are gone, how does the Lestrange bloodline continue on?
* JKR has been hinting at Aurelius for over two years on her website!
* Voicemails cover calls from inside the theater, Queenie's allegiance, Tina, Leta, Nagini and more!
* A great email analysis on Aurelius, Credence, Corvus and the raven/phoenix chick
* Listeners call in live with their thoughts and questions!
* Quizzitch: According to the “Crimes of Grindelwald” screenplay / film, what is Travers' official position at the Ministry of Magic?
* This week's sponsors are Stamps.com (enter code 'MuggleCast' for a four-week trial plus postage) and Bombas (visit Bombas.com/MuggleCast and use code 'MuggleCast' to get 20% off your first order)
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Nov 20, 2018 |
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#394: 'Crimes of Grindelwald' SPOILER Review!
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- [Hypable's](http://www.hypable.com) Danielle joins the show as we review The Crimes of Grindelwald!
- What better place to start than with THAT ending!
- Is Grindelwald lying to Credence about who he really is?
- What we know (or think we know) about the Dumbledore family
- The blood pact: what happens if you attempt to break it?
- Who initially turned Credence on to trying to discover his family history?
- The Lestrange red herring: were Leta and Yusuf even necessary?
- Why was Yusuf still beholden to an Unbreakable Vow given...
- ...that night on the boat in the middle of the ocean
- Most talked about pre-release spoilers: Nagini and McGonagall
- Going back to Hogwarts!
- Newt and Dumbledore: was their relationship well established?
- Jacob and Queenie: were we surprised by the sides they chose?
- Who exactly did the Prophecy implicate?
- Nicolas Flamel, Abernathy, Spielman and Grimson
- Favorites: New Beast & Scene
- What exactly are the Crimes of Grindelwald?
- Quizzitch: What is the Crimes of Grindelwald's Opening Weekend U.S. box office total?
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Nov 16, 2018 |
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#393: Final 'Crimes of Grindelwald' Predictions
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* Welcome back Patrick, and Slug Club member Shannon joins the show!
* News: a shifty JKR assistant and several new Crimes of Grindelwald promos!
* MuggleMail covers Dumbledore understanding parseltongue and nonverbal spells
* The hosts give their official Crimes of Grindelwald predictions!
* What characters will be Team Grindelwald by the end of the movie?
* What will be the big shock about Credence that JKR mentioned?
* Will we learn where Fantastic Beasts 3 is set by the end of the film?
* Will Nagini be more than Credence's emotional friend?
* How will Jacob remember Queenie?
* What other Potter characters will be name-checked?
* How explicit will the Grindelwald/Dumbledore relationship be?
* Why can Dumbledore not move against Grindelwald?
* What does it mean that Leta is implicated by prophecy?
* Who will be the unsuspecting hero of the movie?
* Will the core four make it through the film? Who else likely won't?
* Will we see Jacob's bakery? Nurmengard?
* We reveal our Most Anticipated New Character and Most Anticipated New Beast!
* Quizzitch: What are the names of Newt’s three pet Kneazles?
* Next week: Our Crimes of Grindelwald spoiler-FILLED review! Call or e-mail us after you see the movie with your own thoughts!
* This week's episode is sponsored by Casper (Visit [Casper.com/MuggleCast](http://www.casper.com/mugglecast) and use code 'MuggleCast' at checkout) and Robinhood (Visit [MuggleCast.Robinhood.com](http://mugglecast.robinhood.com) for a free stock!)
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Nov 12, 2018 |
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#392: #ProtectTheSecrets
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- Laura's back!
- #ProtecttheSecrets! Some fans have gotten to see Crimes of Grindelwald early! We speak to Lucas, one of the lucky few.
- JKR all but reveals that Rio will be the location for Fantastic Beasts 3!
- HQ Trivia - Harry Potter Edition is coming November 14! If we can't win this one, we've got issues.
- Voicemails cover Hermione confunding Cormac, Potter Halloween costumes, Potter pickup lines, Dumbledore and parseltongue and a theory on Draco's real father
- Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Silver and Opals
- 7-Word Summary: Draco is trying out poisoned necklaces hooray!
- Harry continues to test spells from the Half-Blood Prince. Is this safe to be doing on fellow students? Filch? Ron?
- How do we think wizards create spells?
- Clues abound over Snape being the Half-Blood Prince!
- Why does Hermione take a liking to the Slug Club meetings?
- Harry and Dung square off in Hogsmeade
- How good is Draco's plan to get the cursed necklace to Dumbledore?
- Where's the security to prevent all of this Imperius-ing in Hogsmeade?
- Is Draco being given orders or coming up with these plans on his own?
- Should Harry put more trust in McGonagall?
- The hosts give their MVPs of the Week and Rename The Chapter
- Quizzitch: To date, the Wizarding World film series has won ONE Academy Award. In what category was the award?
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Nov 05, 2018 |
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#391: Sluggybear
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* Slug Club member Nicole joins the show!
* Claudia Kim weighs in on the Nagini controversy
* The hosts predict the U.S. opening weekend box office total for The Crimes of Grindelwald
* MuggleMail covers obsessive love and Care of Magical Creatures
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Hermione’s Helping Hand
* 7-Word Summary: Harry tries to prune Buckbeak’s big lunch
* Hermione reveals why Harry is so appealing... and it definitely bothers Ron!
* Did people think this provided a window for Harry and Hermione? Or was it always Hermione and Ron?
* Stan Shunpike's comments land him in Azkaban. What does this tell us about the current state of wizarding affairs?
* Gryffindor tryouts - whose vetting these people?!?!
* Why is Hagrid letting Buckbeak just chill outside his hut? Couldn't he be recognized?
* Shouldn't Hagrid be more mature in his initial reactions to the Trio?
* Time Turners: were they really all destroyed? Cursed Child begs to differ!
* Did Hermione confunding Cormac help along the Ron/Lavender relationship?
* Is Harry to blame at all for not replacing Ron with Cormac after he found out the truth?
* Connecting The Threads: The Evening Prophet, Stan Shunpike & Aragog
* The hosts give their MVPs of the Week and Rename The Chapter
* Quizzitch: Who delivers the message to Harry about Dumbledore's second lesson?
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Oct 29, 2018 |
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#390: Falling Softly
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* Welcome Slug Club member Sam!
* News: JKR shares why everyone is headed to Paris… Credence!
* Voicemails cover Book 1 and 7 connections, Hogwarts professors, Leta Lestrange and more
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with 'The House of Gaunt'
* 7 Word Summary: A memory comes before another big reveal
* Sam shares why this chapter is one of her favorite in the series
* Why can't Hermione accept following alternate directions?
* Does Slughorn remember Snape as a student?
* Do Trelawney's mumblings shed insight on future Pensieve memories?
* Stepping inside Bob Ogden's memory
* Pureblood mania is alive and well inside the House of Gaunt
* Merope is part of a horrible family dynamic with Marvolo and Morfin. Is her family lineage at all to blame for her actions?
* Do we blame Tom Riddle Sr. for abandoning his son? What if he didn't?
* Horcrux alert: the ring and the locket
* As readers, what are we to make of all this guesswork by Dumbledore?
* Who is the worst character in this chapter? Merope? Marvolo? Morfin?
* Connecting the Threads: Parseltongue, snakes on doors and Bob Ogden
* The hosts give their MVPs of the Week and Rename The Chapter
* Quizzitch: How old is Stan Shunpike?
* In Bonus MuggleCast, [available exclusively on Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/posts/22220660) for Dumbledore's Army members and above, we discuss news on Yusuf Kama, Queenie & Grindelwald, the Chupacabra and the French Ministry escape
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Oct 22, 2018 |
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#389: Quirky Walrus
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* This week's episode is brought to you by [ZipRecruiter](http://www.ziprecruiter.com/mugglecast) and [Bombas](http://www.bombas.com/mugglecast)!
* News covers Harry Potter: A History of Magic in NYC, Beedle The Bard Illustrated Edition and a cool Funko Advent Calendar
* The hosts try and guess the official runtime of the Crimes of Grindelwald and analyze recently released photos and posters
* Fans can see Crimes of Grindelwald early at your their AMC!
* We take voicemails on Nagini, Moody, Cursed Child, Hogwarts Mystery and more
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with 'The Half-Blood Prince'
* 7 Word Summary: Potions is taught by a quirky walrus
* Harry is still trying to convince his friends Draco is a Death Eater
* Is Hagrid even qualified to teach a N.E.W.T. level course?
* Why do teachers accept certain O.W.L.s for N.E.W.T. level courses but others don't?
* Snape is again the focal point of the chapter. Are there any clues in this chapter to suggest that he is the Half-Blood Prince?
* What do we think of Snape's remodeling of the DADA classroom?
* The importance of non-verbal spells
* Do we think Hermione's DADA comparison of Snape and Harry is a fair one?
* Potions Class: should Harry really be using a mysterious book with mysterious handwriting?
* What if Ron had gotten the book instead?
* Patrons joint he hosts in sharing their MVPs of the Week and Rename the Chapter
* Quizzitch: What is the topic of Hermione's essay in Chapter 10?
* In Bonus MuggleCast, available exclusively on Patreon: Johnny Depp finally talks Fantastic Beasts
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Oct 15, 2018 |
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#388: Grudge Victorious
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* This week's sponsor is BeachBody OnDemand! Text 'MuggleCast' to 303030 to try it for free!
* Welcome Slug Club member Lottie!
* Our first glimpse at the new ride coming to Wizarding World Orlando!
* Is a new open world Harry Potter video game on the way? We discuss the recently leaked trailer!
* Lethal White is headed to the BBC in a four-part series!
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Snape Victorious
* One listener writes in to reveal Slughorn's full name
* 7 Word Summary: Harry feels really frustrated by Snape's attitude
* Connecting The Threads: Late arrival to Hogwarts and a confrontation with Snape
* Tonks finds Harry on the train; much like the movie, would we have preferred Luna?
* Why aren't alarms going off and an official manhunt underway if Harry is missing?
* The security measures in place set a much darker tone at Hogwarts
* We discuss Snape's behavior towards Tonks, Harry and as a professor overall
* Did Dumbledore appointing Snape DADA professor seal his own fate?
* Why does Ron think Moody was a professor - does he not know the truth about Barty?
* Why won't Ron still not believe Harry about Draco being a Death Eater?
* Grawp's New Mountain Home - could it play a role in Fantastic Beasts?
* We give our MVPs of the Week and Rename The Chapter
* Quizzitch: What is Snape's first DADA arts lesson about?
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Oct 08, 2018 |
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#387: Evil Pickett
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* We take listener feedback and voicemails on the latest Crimes of Grindelwald trailer
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with The Slug Club
* 7 Word Summary goes off the rails: The tasty pheasant boards scrumptiously Belby’s mouth
* Connecting the Threads: this isn't the first time Harry has suspected Malfoy of something very serious!
* Why do Ron and Hermione have such a hard time believing Draco could be a Death Eater? Is his age a legitimate concern?
* Why does Arthur Weasley not take Harry seriously?
* Crushes and The Cool Kid's Table: the hosts share their experiences
* Harry acknowledges that Neville could have been The Chosen One
* Hugh "H.E.F." Slughorn... what does the E.F. in his name stand for?
* What are our initial impressions of the Slug Club? Elitist or a chance for house unity?
* If Draco were a true Death Eater, why didn't he just off Harry in the train compartment?
* We give our MVP of the Week and Rename The Chapter
* Quizzitch: Who comes to Harry’s rescue when he finds himself locked out of Hogwarts?
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Oct 01, 2018 |
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#386: That's Newt, Man (Final FB2 Trailer Discussion!)
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* Welcome Slug Club member Laura!
* Andrew and Eric recap their trivia party
* The final Crimes of Grindelwald trailer is released!
* Our reactions to the big Nagini reveal!
* Will this change how we think about Nagini in the Potter series?
* Why is she on Voldemort's side in later years?
* Is it possible she's our first thread between Grindelwald and Voldemort?
* Could Credence be helping her try to control her power much like himself?
* Why is Nagini at Circus Arcanus? Is it by choice? Or is she being held captive?
* Do we really believe JKR has been keeping this secret for 20 years?
* Jamie Campbell Bower & Toby Regbo reprise their roles as young Grindelwald & Dumbledore
* What does this mean for future films? Will their relationship finally be explored?
* Why can't Dumbledore move against Grindelwald? Convenient excuse or something more magical?
* Is Nicolas Flamel's home the "safe house" Dumbledore tells Newt about?
* What's Tina doing in the Parisian sewer system?
* What's draping all of the buildings in Paris?
* New beasts, bomber jets, cool portkeys, Newt's basement and more!
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Sep 26, 2018 |
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#385: Half-Blood Prince Movie Commentary
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You asked, we answered: Our latest movie commentary is for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince!
This audio file features our commentary on the sixth Potter movie as we all watch it. The beginning of the file offers instructions on how to sync up with us so that you can watch along! (The movie's audio is not included in this commentary track.)
Patrons were able to join us as we recorded the commentary, and we incorporate their feedback throughout the episode. Enjoy!
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Sep 19, 2018 |
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#384: Nobody Screams For Ice Cream
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* Special guest Kamilah joins the show!
* A plug for Alanna Bennett's [excellent piece](https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/alannabennett/seeing-a-black-hermione-in-2018) on what a Black Hermione represents
* Evanna Lynch is Dancing With The Stars! Eric has all of the info.
* Lethal White hits store shelves next week!
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Draco's Detour
* Our seven word summary makes a little more sense this week: Diagon Alley looks really sad and desolate
* End of the Innocence: they kidnapped the ice cream guy and the wandmaker!
* JKR provides some insight on Fortescue‘s intended role
* Quidditch Captain = preferred bathroom access
* Why has Molly's perspective on security changed in one chapter?
* How is Hagrid a viable security guard?
* Harry and Narcissa face off in Madam Malkin's
* Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes provides some much needed levity in an otherwise dark chapter
* We’re all impressed by the twins’ level of magic
* Inside Borgin and Burkes: Vanishing cabinets, necklaces, dark marks and more
* Why does Hermione take such a uncalculated risk?
* The hosts given their MVPs of the Week and Rename The Chapter
* Quizzitch: Who is in the first train compartment that the trio run into on the Hogwarts Express?
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Sep 17, 2018 |
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#383: She Existed
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* News: Back to Hogwarts featurette, JKR's old website returns and just when was SS released in the US?
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 5 of Half-Blood Prince
* We rename the chapter to... the best of our ability: Fleur was entering Harry’s room and existed
* Harry and Dumbledore arrived to The Burrow sooner than expected. What else did the Headmaster have up his sleeve to pursue Slughorn?
* What business does Dumbledore have with the Minister?
* Why is Tonks so visibly upset?
* Slughorn taught Molly and Arthur. Could there be a Fantastic Beasts cameo in the works?
* We discuss the themes of security, comedy and xenophobia
* Harry lets Ron and Hermione in on the fact that he will be having lessons with Dumbledore and the truth about the prophecy
* OWL mayhem
* Quizzitch returns! What classic childrens' game gets a magical upgrade in Chapter 6, Draco's Detour?
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Sep 10, 2018 |
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#382: Mail Cats
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* This week's episode is sponsored by Puffs the Play! Receive [a special discount on tickets](http://puffstheplay.com/mugglecast)to see Puffs at New York City's New World Stages.
* Slug Club member Matt joins the show!
* Back to Hogwarts: Eddie Redmayne and Jude Law surprise fans at King's Cross
* Potter movies return to theaters this September
* Get your velvet Slytherin bath robe! Pottery Barn releases an amazing new line up of Potter stuff!
* It's the 20th anniversary of Sorcerer's Stone - the hosts and patrons share their memories of picking up the first book!
* Main Discussion: Crimes of Grindelwald Set Report (spoiler alert)
* We explore Paris' version of Diagon Alley... and their sewer system!
* Credence has drawn everyone to Paris and is himself in search of someone important
* Grindelwald escapes! Who will he be able to rally to his cause? Will we see Nurmengard?
* Magic lungs, ministerial hearing parchments and sorcerer's stones
* What interesting information could be found inside the French Ministry's Ancestral Archives?
* New Beasts are revealed as we are introduced to the Matagot, Zouwu, Firedrake and Leucrotta
* The latest on Yusuf Kama and the Maledictus, plus several of Grindelwald’s supporters have familiar names
* Voicemails cover owls, wizarding jobs and trivia night in Chicago
* Introducing our new Chapter by Chapter archive!
* Quizzitch and Chapter-by-Chapter return next week!
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Sep 03, 2018 |
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#381: Chair Today, Gone Tomorrow
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* Pat joins the show and shares his Wizarding World experience and why he still plays Hogwarts Mystery
* The hosts review two recent interviews with Eddie Redmayne and David Heyman
* Newt's apartment, his relationship with Theseus, Dumbledore's manipulation and more
* Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 4 of Half-Blood Prince
* The hosts recap the chapter in 7 words with a new Group Summary game!
* Harry is allowed to use magic outside of school, but is it his first time truly Apparating?
* We learn that Voldemort is now on the defensive (against Harry's mind)
* Dumbledore continues to put his final plan in motion by recruiting Slughorn
* References two and three - what's up with Dumbledore's blackened hand?
* Why does Harry never check that Dumbledore... is in fact Dumbledore?
* How does Dumbledore know where Slughorn is living - has he been tracking him?
* Does Slughorn recognize what's truly happened to Dumbledore's hand?
* Is Horace correct that he would be better off/safer not at Hogwarts?
* The Master Collector: why does Dumbledore want Harry to become a member of the Slug Club?
* Harry will receive private lessons this year - about time!
* The hosts give their MVPs of the Week and Rename the Chapter
* We receive an email on the recent Crimes of Grindelwald trailer specific to Leta Lestrange's Hogwarts house
* Quizzitch: The night Harry arrives at the Burrow, which characters does he spot who aren't in the film adaptation, and which characters does he NOT interact with that he does in the movie?
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Aug 27, 2018 |
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Episode #380: Privet Drive Payoff
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- [Hypable.com](http://www.hypable.com) writer Kendra joins the show!
- Eric recaps a great LeakyCon weekend in Dallas!
- We meet a brand-new Fantastic Beast - the chupacabra - and get our first glimpse at baby nifflers
- Newt is headed to Paris to "track" Credence, but how does he even know he's alive?
- Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 3 of Half-Blood Prince
- Are the media headlines meant to make readers and the wizarding community feel safe despite Voldemort's known return to power?
- Why has Dumbledore been reinstated as Chief Warlock of the Wizengamot?
- Our first (passing) mention of Inferi
- Is Harry's lack of trust in Dumbledore showing up at Privet Drive a result of their relationship from Order of the Phoenix?
- Why didn't Harry tell the Dursleys that Dumbledore would be visiting? How would they have reacted if he did?
- We discuss Dumbledore and Petunia's prior correspondence. Was Dumbledore ready to play that hand if necessary?
- Privet Drive Payoff: Dumbledore puts the Dursleys in their rightful place!
- Are we seeing a Grindelwald-era Dumbledore based on the way he intimidates the Dursleys or is he just setting affairs in order?
- Dumbledore's hand, mead, Grimmauld Place, Kreacher and more!
- We learn that Harry must return to Privet Drive one more time
- The hosts give their MVPs of the Week and Rename the Chapter; plus a great Crackpot Theory on Felix Felicis
- Quizzitch: Who gave Ambrosius Flume his first job, thanks to Slughorn?
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Aug 20, 2018 |
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Episode #379: Baby Micah
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* … Did that work? Is he listening to this episode?
* With Micah gone this week, we're joined by two of our listeners, Alex and Stefanie, who do their best impressions of the NY News Anchor.
* Patrons in the U.S. have received their mugs, but we need to know if they arrived okay! And if yours arrived broken (rare but possible), let us know.
* This week's episode is [sponsored by Puffs the Play](http://puffstheplay.com/mugglecast)! Receive a special discount on tickets to see Puffs at New York City's New World Stages.
* Chapter by Chapter continues with Chapter 2 of Half-Blood Prince: Spinner's End.
* The brilliance of this chapter is how Snape is playing Bellatrix and Naricissa simultaneously but in different ways.
* How much does Voldemort know about Dumbledore's injury? He can't know about the Horcrux… right?
* Does one line from Bellatrix help make Delphi's existence canon?
* Why would Bellatrix have such a hard time trusting Snape's word when Voldemort is content with his reasoning? And what should she do if she had ever learned the truth?
* Who is the MVP of the chapter? Those poor elves…
* We rename the chapter to reflect what really happens.
* Crackpot Theory: Has Bellatrix made an unbreakable vow before?
* Have questions or comments about HBP Chapter 3? E-mail mugglecast@gmail.com, or use the voicemail line or feedback form on our website!
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Aug 06, 2018 |
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Episode #378: Worst to Better
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* Happy Birthday Harry & Jo!
* We rank Harry's birthdays from worst to best
* MuggleCast turns 13 years old on August 7!
* We break down the details of two new Crimes of Grindelwald posters
* ZouWu? JKR reveals the mysterious beast in the recent Crimes of Grindelwald trailer!
* Ezra Miller talks about Credence's character development
* The biggest Harry Potter LEGO set ever hits store shelves August 15
* Patrons share their thoughts and questions on the latest trailer
* Does Dumbledore see Grindelwald in the Mirror of Erised because he desires him to be captured?
* What role exactly will Nicolas Flamel play in The Crimes of Grindelwald?
* How will Jacob find himself with Newt?
* Will Credence be reunited with his true family? Will he ever get the chance to go to wizarding school?
* Was Abernathy working for Grindelwald the whole time? Did he help him capture Graves?
* We compare Grindewald's populist movement and Dumbledore's timid response to that of the U.S. in the 1930s
* Voicemails cover the Deathly Hallows, splitting the films into five parts, Johnny Depp and more
* Chicken Soup For The MuggleCast Soul returns
* Don't forget: Cormoran Strike is back in Lethal White on September 18
* Quizzitch: What floor is Vernon Dursley's office on at Grunnings?
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Jul 30, 2018 |
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Episode #377: Sockers (Crimes of Grindelwald trailer discussion!)
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* Andrew and Eric reminisce on their latest trivia night battle, which leaves Andrew and friends with a huge prize.
* The new Crimes of Grindelwald trailer is here and we go scene-by-scene!
* There is some mixed reaction to Dumbledore's DADA lesson with Newt
* What interests Credence so much about Circus Arcanus?
* Who is Grindelwald addressing when he says hiding in the shadows serves us no longer?
* A flying black curtain - is this a new obscurial effect or perhaps a Lethifold?
* Dumbledore's deepest desire is not socks - he sees Grindelwald in the Mirror of Erised!
* Newt, Tina and Leta team up to escape the French Ministry of Magic!
* The Niffler is back! What's up with those cats? And is Newt trying to rescue the Oni Oni?
* Is Leta referring to herself when she tells Newt he never met a monster he couldn't love?
* Could Grindelwald be referring to his own failed relationship with Dumbledore when he asks Newt if Dumbledore will mourn for him? Could it be a reference to Ariana?
* Does Abernathy help Grindelwald escape from prison?
* What are Newt and Jacob up to in Nicolas Flamel's home?
* The hosts react to Johnny Depp's in-character appearance at Comic-Con
* Patrons weigh in with their thoughts on the new trailer
* Quizzitch: On what historic date was the actor who plays Grimmson born?
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Jul 22, 2018 |
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Episode #376: Half-Blood Prince, Chapter 1
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* Slug Club member Chris joins the show
* David Heyman says Grindelwald is scarier than Voldemort!
* Why is Dumbledore teaching a young Newt Defense Against the Dark Arts?
* "After all this time," Chapter-by-Chapter returns! And just in time for HBP's birthday!
* We analyze the chapter that had been brewing in JKR's mind for more than 13 years
* Would The Other Minister have worked earlier in the series?
* Where's Harry? Our first Potter book that doesn't begin with the boy wizard!
* Voldemort is on the rise and its clear the tone of the series has shifted
* Fireplace entrances, shady portraits, secret staff - do wizards have a superiority complex?
* Should the Ministry have considered lifting the International Statute of Secrecy?
* Does Fudge ever consider enlisting the help of the Muggle Prime Minister?
* Do other heads of state have similar relationships with their Muggle counterparts?
* Rufus Scrimgeour: our thoughts on the new Minister and do we have cause to trust him?
* Kingsley Shacklebolt "Undercover Secretary"
* Whatever came of the Ministry's inquiry into the death of Sirius Black?
* How much control do magical governments have over their Muggle counterparts?
* Two new segments debut with Character MVP and Rename The Chapter!
* Patrons weigh in with their thoughts on the first chapter of Half-Blood Prince!
* Quizzitch: What is the name of the bridge that gets destroyed by Death Eaters?
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Jul 16, 2018 |
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Episode #375: 13 Years Later
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* Cursed Child is coming to two new cities... San Francisco (2019) and Hamburg, Germany (2020). Could a Midwest location be next?
* Chamber of Secrets turns 20 years old!
* We begin our Half-Blood Prince discussion looking back at some popular fan theories
* Patrons share their midnight release party memories!
* We discuss how parts of Half-Blood Prince were originally written for Chamber of Secrets and that it was Book 2’s working title
* The hosts revisit some of MuggleCast’s theories following the release of the sixth book
* Who is the Half-Blood Prince? Harry? Voldemort? Felix Felicis?
* We dive deep into The Underground Lake, one of MuggleNet’s notorious series of editorials
* What did Dumbledore mean by Remember My Last, Petunia?
* Who will take over the DADA vacancy?
* Why does Dumbledore trust Snape?
* Voicemails cover a Deathly Hallows symbol in Goblet of Fire, deluminators, Cho Chang and more!
* Quizzitch: What two Order members does Harry bump into (in order) in the HBP chapter, "Silver and Opals"?
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Jul 09, 2018 |
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Episode #374: The Department of Mysteries
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* Slug Club member Sarah joins the show!
* Warner Brothers cracks down on unofficial fan events
* Main Discussion: The Department of Mysteries & The Prophecy
* Who are The Unspeakables?
* The Brain Room: just what are they studying in there?
* What does each of us think is beyond The Veil?
* Does the Veil have magical properties to draw one in?
* Was the Ministry built around the amphitheater that houses the Veil?
* How is security so lax around such a dangerous room?
* The Love Room: why is it locked?
* The Planet Room: what can you do in here that makes it worthy of the Department of Mysteries?
* Are there alien wizards?
* The Time Room: do we believe this is where Time Turners were invented?
* The Hall of Prophecies: why are they kept locked away?
* Should who the Prophecy concerns be able to hold onto the prophecy?
* Do we forgive Dumbledore for withholding this information until now?
* Patreon Question of the Week: What other rooms could be within the Department of Mysteries?
* Quizzitch: What is the spell that Hermione uses to mark the doors in the revolving room?
* Coming this July... chapter-by-chapter for Half-Blood Prince!
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Jun 25, 2018 |
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Episode #373: Burned By Goblet
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* Slug Club member Karen joins the show
* Listeners share their Order of the Phoenix release party memories
* Cursed Child cleans up at the Tony Awards
* Universal Orlando adds Harry Potter to their nighttime water show
* Main Discussion: Major Events of the Phoenix
* Grimmauld Place: Was this truly the safest place for the Order to be headquartered?
* Do Sirius and the Order underestimate the threats within the Black Family home?
* Ministry Interference at Hogwarts: What are Umbridge's credentials for becoming DADA professor?
* Was it always Fudge's intention for Umbridge to become Headmistress?
* Do the Educational Decrees expose weaknesses in Dumbledore's leadership?
* The Formation of Dumbledore's Army: we discuss the Hog's Head, the Room of Requirement and the importance of unifying (almost) all of the Houses
* Welcome to St. Mungo's: why was it cut from the film?
* Augusta Longbottom, Neville's parents, Lockhart and Harry's connection to Nagini
* We reminisce on those gum wrapper theories!
* Patrons share their top 5 moments from Order of the Phoenix
* Don't worry, we'll spend Episode 374 inside the Department of Mysteries and discussing The Prophecy
* Quizzitch: Who was the last member of the Dumbledore's Army to sign up in the Hog's Head?
* Bonus MuggleCast ([available on Patreon](http://www.patreon.com/mugglecast)) includes memorable lines from the fifth book and Crimes of Grindelwald trailer speculation
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Jun 18, 2018 |
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Episode #372: Faces Of The Phoenix
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* Paris, London, New York: Pottermore offers fans the chance to attend the Fantastic Beasts 2 premieres for charity
* Cursed Child is up for 10 Tony Awards
* Main Discussion: Fresh Faces of the Phoenix
* What would have happened to Harry without the support of Luna and her father?
* We discuss Bellatrix exposing Harry's ignorance and her unwavering loyalty to Voldemort
* Does Tonks make the Order of the Phoenix cool?
* Dolores Umbridge has one redeeming quality - she's the reason for Dumbledore's Army!
* Do we overlook the importance of Ms. Figg? Was she best equipped to keep Harry safe?
* What's up with the relationship between Squibs and cats?
* Mundungus Fletcher... enough said!
* What if these characters were introduced earlier in the series? What if they never were?
* This episode's lone voicemail asks about a Hermione-based movie with Emma Watson
* Quizzitch: Who did JKR say would win in a fight: Crookshanks or Mrs. Norris?
* MuggleCast Vault: [Luna Lovegood](http://mugglecast.com/episode-62/) and [Dolores Umbridge](http://mugglecast.com/episode-27/) character discussions
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Jun 11, 2018 |
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Episode #371: Nancy Figg?
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* Slug Club member Amy joins the show!
* The Crimes of Grindelwald screenplay cover is revealed...
* And we analyze every beast, symbol and little detail
* Did Alan Rickman feel Snape was an underutilized character in the films?
* JKR reveals her next project will be a children's book!
* We start June off with our first Order of the Phoenix discussion
* What were the biggest theories prior to Order of the Phoenix being released?
* Like: What exactly is the Order of the Phoenix? Will Snape ever teach DADA? Is he a spy? Is Lupin really James Potter in disguise? What is the gleam of triumph and what does it mean? What's up with Ms. Figg? Which character(s) won't make it through Book 5?
* Quizzitch: A witch or wizard who is gifted at reading minds is called a what?
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Jun 04, 2018 |
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Episode #370: Origins
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* Summer is here - we reflect on some favorite Potter memories
* J.K. Rowling reveals the toughest chapter for her to write in the Potter series
* Main Discussion: Whose origin story would we like to see brought to life on the big screen?
* Aren't Potter fans already getting that with Dumbledore in Fantastic Beasts?
* Quirrell, McGonagall, Slughorn, Hagrid… who has the best backstory and who would end up on Lifetime?
* Patrons give their top choices: Helena & Rowena Ravenclaw, Molly Weasley, Tom Riddle, Remus Lupin and Kingsley Shacklebolt
* Voicemails cover Cursed Child, Percy being sorted into Gryffindor and the hosts roles at MuggleNet and in the fan community overall
* We'll be celebrating the 15th anniversary of Order of the Phoenix in June with some Book 5-themed discussions
* And don't forget we'll see you in Dallas this summer for LeakyCon 2018!
* Quizzitch: What is the form of Kingsley Shacklebolt’s Patronus?
* Bonus MuggleCast, [available on Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/posts/19083971/): The Elder Wand's Allegiance in Fantastic Beasts
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May 28, 2018 |
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Episode #369: The Battle of Hogwarts
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- With Micah out for the week, MuggleCast welcomes our friend Nasim and one of our Patreon supporters Andy to the show!
- The MuggleCast community lost a listener and friend this week. Hug your loved ones.
- The Beedle the Bard Illustrated Edition covers are out now, and they're gorgeous!
- We forgot to discuss Tonks on last week's Mother's Day episode, so this week we share some thoughts about her decision to head to the Battle of Hogwarts as newborn Teddy stayed at home.
- Annnd that leads perfectly into our main discussion this week: The Battle of Hogwarts turns 20 (fictional) years old!
- We share our feelings reading the iconic scenes again 11 years after it was originally published. Do our feelings on it change now that we're adults?
- Was it responsible to allow students who were 'of age' to fight? What role would we have taken in defending the school? What GOOD came out of the battle (besides Voldemort's downfall)?
- Eric quizzes us on the Battle of Hogwarts. And of course, Quizzitch wraps up the show.
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May 21, 2018 |
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Episode #368: Growin' Up
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* Slug Club member and mom Cherise returns for a Mother's Day discussion
* How would raising a young witch/wizard differ from raising a child in the Muggle world?
* What would be the most difficult part of parenting?
* No schooling until Hogwarts? What do working parents do?
* What happens when your child begins exhibiting signs of magic?
* Would you be comfortable sending your child off to boarding school?
* We discuss notable mothers and mother-like figures in the Potter series
* From Lily and Molly to Narcissa and Petunia
* Patrons vote on who they think is the best mother in the wizarding world
* Listeners tweet their thoughts on the biggest parenting challenges
* Quizzitch: Which mother in the Harry Potter series is named after a Roman Catholic saint, whose Feast Day is famously preceded by a gathering of Witches?
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May 14, 2018 |
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Episode #367: Sorry, Dobby
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* Cursed Child wrap up: Andrew sees it again, Hogwarts merch and Tony nominations
* JKR confirms Jessica Williams will play Ilvermorny professor Eulalie Hicks
* What's up with Dumbledore teaching DADA in a recent Crimes of Grindelwald clip?
* On the anniversary of the Battle of Hogwarts, JKR apologies for killing Dobby
* Main Discussion: Hogwarts Mystery
* The hosts give their initial reactions to the new Potter mobile game
* How far have we each advanced? Are we sold on the story?
* Do stories differ depending on which House your were sorted into?
* Is Merula the antagonist even if you were sorted into Slytherin?
* Time and energy issues! Patrons shared their mixed reactions to the game.
* Voicemails cover Hogwarts memorials, Teddy Lupin in Cursed Child, Puffs The Movie and more
* Quizzitch: In the trio's third year, what is the Care of Magical Creatures exam?
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May 07, 2018 |
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Episode #366: Cursed Child on Broadway Review
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Moments after seeing Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway, Andrew, Micah, and Eric are back in their hotel room to share their thoughts on the show. Have Micah and Eric changed their stances on Cursed Child? Did Andrew notice anything different? Did Micah buy an owl? This and more is discussed in this week's episode!
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Apr 30, 2018 |
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Episode #365: Predicting The Cursed Child
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* Slug Club member Molly joins the show!
* The votes are in for the most evil character in the Potter series (besides Voldemort)!
* Main Discussion: Predicting Cursed Child
* JKR checks out the newly refurbished Lyric Theatre
* What character are the hosts most looking forward to seeing? What scene?
* Will Part 1 or Part 2 be better?
* How much will be spent on merchandise?
* Will we keep an open mind about seeing the show despite our thoughts on the plot?
* Check out Episodes 295, 298 and 299 for prior Cursed Child discussions
* If there were to be an eighth Potter story, what would we want it to be about?
* Quizzitch: Where in Britain is the Railview Hotel?
* Don't forget Hogwarts Mystery hits your mobile phones this week!
* We'll be live on Patreon from NYC this Wednesday with our initial thoughts on Cursed Child!
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Apr 23, 2018 |
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Episode #364: Goblet / Of Fire
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* Slug Club member Stephen joins the show
* The Quidditch World Cup is underway in Round Rock, Texas
* The hosts share their Quidditch World Cup experiences
* We get our first look at the Tales of Beedle the Bard Illustrated Edition
* The [Goblet of Fire Illustrated Edition](https://www.hypable.com/goblet-of-fire-illustrated-edition-release-date/) won't hit bookstores until 2019\. Can we expect it to be published in two parts?
* The Harry Potter 20th Anniversary Edition covers get mixed reactions from the hosts
* Cursed Child sets a Broadway sales record
* Main Discussion: Who, besides Voldemort, is the most evil character in the series?
* Each host makes and defends their pick: Rita Skeeter, Bellatrix, Umbridge or Fudge?
* Patrons weigh in with their thoughts from the Dursleys to Peter Pettigrew to Salazar Slytherin
* MuggleMail covers wand allegiance and Voldemort and Bellatrix's relationship
* Quizzitch: What is Professor Quirrell's first name?
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Apr 16, 2018 |
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Episode #363: Muggle Mail Bag
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* Welcome Slug Club member Laura!
* Maggie Smith, Michael Gambon, Warwick Davis lend voices to Hogwarts Mystery
* Main Discussion: Did Dumbledore & Grindelwald make an unbreakable vow?
* Since Voldemort is incapable of love, how was he able to father a child?
* Does Moody know what a boggart looks like because of his magical eye?
* How do wizards watch Quidditch matches?
* Do all the professors have permanent residences at Hogwarts? What about their families?
* Did the Shrieking Shack exists prior to Remus Lupin coming to school?
* How come Hermione's parents are cool with her never being home for the holidays?
* How did Voldemort acquire a rudimentary body?
* What happened to the chambers connected to Fluffy's bedroom?
* Did Credence ever get an Ilvermorny acceptance letter?
* Plus, plenty more emails, voicemails and text messages
* PO BOX Update!
* Quizzitch: For Harry's 17th birthday, what color did Hermione turn the leaves of the Weasley's crabapple tree?
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Apr 09, 2018 |
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Episode #362: An interview with the Harry Potter Film Concert Series Team
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* With Micah and Eric both out for the weekend, Andrew welcomes Hypable writer Nasim to the show!
* Andrew's April Fools Day article hits a little too close to home for some readers.
* Andrew visited The Cursed Child NYC giftshop and spent a little too much money.
* We discuss Nasim's recent article "The Problem With Pottermore"
* What would we like to see Pottermore become?
* Micah and Eric interview the team behind the Harry Potter Film Concert Series
* Voicemails address the Pottermore news, the Fantastic Beasts trailer, and the new Wizarding World logo.
* Quizzitch: What does Imposter Moody make Lavender Brown do under the Imperius Curse, in the classroom scene from Goblet of Fire?
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Apr 02, 2018 |
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Episode #361: Uncle Yusuf
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* Pottermore makes some staffing changes- Scholastic confirms release of Crimes of Grindelwald screenplay
* The mystery behind Hogwarts Mystery is revealed!
* Main Discussion: Crimes of Grindewald trailer roundup
* We breakdown the Lestrange family tree in more detail
* What does it mean that Leta and Credence are half-siblings? Will this test allegiances?
* Who is Yusuf Kama? Could it have been him staring at the family tree?
* Listeners fact check us on the Minister for Magic, DADA professor and headmaster during the late 1920s
* Did Dumbledore's comment about Newt not following directions mean Newt really isn't supposed to be in Paris?
* Could Grindelwald been standing before a group of peers presenting his crimes?
* Could the dance Leta attended be her own wedding or engagement party?
* What role does Leta have in all of this? Is she a casual observer to the unfolding events or does she pick a side?
* J.K. Rowling Sez covers Lethal White, Newt & Kennilworthy Whisp's friendship and 85-year-old grandmothers
* We respond to tweets on Grindelwald's cell, Dumbledore's put-outer, the DADA classroom and the history of transport to Hogwarts
* Quizzitch: In Chamber of Secrets, what three nonsense spells does Harry aim at the bush before Dudley calls for his mother?
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Mar 26, 2018 |
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Episode #360: More Crimes of Grindelwald Secrets Reveal
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* Trailer recap: is Credence able to separate himself from the Obscurus now?
* Why is the circus scene outdoors? Are the French more lackadaisical with secrecy?
* Andrew hates on Hedwig's Theme (really)
* Voicemails touch on ground pounds, Apparition at Hogwarts, Jacob's memory, Corvus Lestrange, and why nobody's dressed like a wizard!
* The hosts pick a favorite trailer moment
* Main Discussion: JK Rowling's Wizarding World gets a dedicated logo for the first time!
* Whose wands are represented in this 'book' design?
* Is JK Rowling being removed from the equation?
* We play Quizzitch and thank our Patrons for helping us reach the 777 Challenge!
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Mar 19, 2018 |
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Episode #359: Fantastic Beasts: Crimes of Grindelwald trailer analysis
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* The first Crimes of Grindelwald trailer is here!
* The hosts give their initial thoughts and break things down scene-by-scene
* It's good to see you again, Hogwarts
* You can apparate on the grounds of Hogwarts?
* Our first look at Jude Law as Dumbledore. Is he never not having run-ins with the Ministry?
* Why was Dumbledore being confronted in the DADA classroom?
* DumbleDAYUMMMMM
* Why did he send Newt to Paris?
* Grindelwald and Rosier: who are they speaking to?
* Credence and the Maledictus: how did he learn to channel his inner obscurus?
* Inside the French Ministry of Magic: what's with all the beasts on the ceiling?
* Ride that Kelpie, Newt!
* Just who is checking out cryptic messages on walls in underground rooms?
* Credence and Leta... long lost siblings?
* The circus is finally in town! Is this how Credence made his way from New York to Paris?
* Grindelwald's escape - did LEGO spoil a major plot point?
* Why can't Dumbledore move again Grindelwald? Why does it have to be Newt?
* The brothers Scamander battle in a graveyard
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Mar 14, 2018 |
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Episode #358: Are Voldemort, Snape, Harry The Three Brothers?
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* Slug Club member Alex joins the show
* Cursed Child surprises fans with preview tickets - can we expect more of this in the future?
* Andrew shares a letter from his 11-year-old self
* The 777 Challenge is officially underway through March 31!
* Main Discussion: Were Harry, Snape & Voldemort modern-day versions of The Three Brothers?
* Did Dumbledore represent Death? JKR likes this theory!
* We break down Voldemort as Antioch (the one who died for power), Snape as Cadmus (the one who died for love) and Harry as Ignotus (the one who greeted Death as an old friend)
* Does Dumbledore actually fit better as the second brother? Or could he be representative of all three brothers at different stages of his life? We discuss.
* Did we ever consider these possibilities after reading Deathly Hallows?
* Patrons share their thoughts
* Owl Post covers potion regulations, boggarts and video games
* Quizzitch: What is the name of the goblin (besides Griphook) that Harry encounters with the Potterwatch crew?
* Bonus MuggleCast: Crookshanks and The Potters
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Mar 12, 2018 |
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Episode #357: Potions
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* Slug Club member Greg joins the show all the way from Singapore
* A new Hogwarts Mystery trailer has been released
* Cursed Child announces their Friday Forty program
* We reveal our plans for the 777 Challenge! Learn more and see the mug design at MuggleCast.com
* Main Discussion: Potions in the Wizarding World
* We react to JKR stating that muggles can't properly brew potions
* From Ageing Potions to the Elixir of Life to Mandrake Draught we run down the list of different types of potions
* Would the hosts be good at making them? Are we patient enough? Careful with instructions?
* Which potion does each host wish they could have in real life?
* Is there a time we wish we could have used Veritaserum? Felix Felicis?
* Over/under: How many times will Polyjuice Potion be used in Fantastic Beasts?
* The hosts create their own potions (assuming we're wizards of course)
* Patreon Question of the Week: If you could take Polyjuice Potion for an hour, who would you turn into and why?
* Voicemails cover Cedric Diggory, Mrs. Black, and feedback on our Fudge episode
* Quizzitch: Name the members of The Advance Guard that come to Privet Drive to pick up Harry in Order of the Phoenix
* Bonus MuggleCast: We explore the theory that the Dursleys' feelings towards Harry were magnified by the presence of a horcrux!
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Mar 05, 2018 |
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Episode #356: The Potter Collector
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* We will be at LeakyCon 2018 this summer in Dallas, TX!
* The Studio Tour is adding a Goblet of Fire special beginning March 30
* Cursed Child producer believes fans would want a Part 3... what?!?
* We interview The Potter Collector who enlightens us on his more than 1,000 books!
* How did he first get into the Potter series?
* Does he have a favorite translated edition?
* What's his most prized possession? Is there anything he still needs to get his hands on?
* Does he collect Fantastic Beasts? Cursed Child? Or anything movie related?
* What kind of precautions does he take to protect his collection?
* Is he aware of other Potter collectors? How does his collection stack up?
* Fans should be on the lookout for #HarryPotterCollector Day on March 5
* Voicemails ask about post-Potter film roles, a little Scabbers foreshadowing, and bad Harry Potter TV show ideas.
* Chicken Soup from Mexico City
* Quizzitch: What is the core of Fleur Delacour’s wand, and the story surrounding it?
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Feb 26, 2018 |
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Episode #355: Fudged
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* Eric is back!
* News covers John Williams, Cursed Child, Digital Illustrated Editions and Allison Sudol
* A new segment called The Pensieve debuts, as we look back at parts of the Potter series now that we're older!
* Our first discussion centers around Cornelius Fudge and his denial of Voldemort's return
* Fudge refuses to believe credible sources such as Dumbledore and Harry
* Comparisons are made to present-day politics
* For more discussion on Potter Politics, be sure to check out Episode 162
* Main Discussion: How many editions of the Potter series is too many?
* The hosts share how many versions of each book they currently own
* Patrons weigh in with their thoughts, including one listener who has more than 200 copies!
* Owl Post covers Ebbingdales, Jacob in Paris and a new Quidditch film series
* We have a big Patreon announcement and share plans for 2018
* Quizzitch: What famous Quidditch player died after encountering a Chimera, and has a wing in St. Mungo's Hospital named after him? Bonus: What's the specialty of the wing?
* We'll see you in two weeks!
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Feb 12, 2018 |
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Episode #354: Yates On Mute
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* Eric...? Eric...?
* Slug Club member Ken joins the show
* Guessing Game: How many books has the Harry Potter series sold to date? How many do we think are duplicate copies?
* Eric...? Eric...?
* We respond to David Yates' recent comments about how Dumbledore's sexuality will play into Fantastic Beasts 2
* Saying that "all fans are aware of that" has not sat well with...well...the fans
* JKR and the Wizarding World preach inclusion and acceptance but have shied away from embracing LGBTQ characters
* That said, Dumbledore still needs to be introduced in the Fantastic Beasts series and fans need to learn about his history with Grindelwald's
* We haven't seen Jude Law's portrayal of Dumbledore and we know he spent time learning about the character from Rowling
* Rowling is the screenwriter, she's the one who knows the backstory and she has four films to tell it
* Eric...? Eric...?
* In honor of Groundhog's Day we each create a weather-predicting fantastic beast
* Southern Hagrid makes an appearance
* Owl Post covers last weekend's Celebration of Harry Potter
* Voicemails return!
* Quizzitch: In Chapter 10 of Half-Blood Prince, "The House of Gaunt," Hermione is seen working on an essay entitled what?
* Eric...? Eric...?
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Feb 05, 2018 |
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Episode #353: Globus Mundi
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* Micah and Andrew attend A Celebration of Harry Potter in Orlando
* We try Butterbeer tequila at Antojitos in Universal CityWalk
* Cast Q&A with Natalia Tena (Tonks), Stanislav Ianevski (Krum), James & Oliver Phelps (Weasley twins) and Bonnie Wright (Ginny)
* Pottermore announces a new Quidditch Through The Ages audiobook
* Harry Potter: The Exhibition is headed to Milan in May
* Guests were treated to a great performance from the first four films by the Orlando Philharmonic
* The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle debut at the Wizarding World
* Micah tries hot Butterbeer… and Dragon Scale ale… and Hog's Head Brew
* On Saturday we hit the expo floor to check out all of the vendors
* The original Goblet of Fire and the Hogwarts letter spitter were among the special effects on display from the Studio Tour in London
* We caught up with MinaLima, the graphic designers of the Harry Potter films, demoed the new Hogwarts Mystery mobile game and got a virtual reality tour of Newt's suitcase
* Scholastic gave us a glimpse at some concept art for the 20th anniversary editions as well as let us step inside a life-size version of Sorcerer's Stone
* Just what in the world is Globus Mundi? Andrew hopes to be a trendsetter this November!
* We touch on how we think the celebration can be improved in future years, including more Fantastic Beasts integration
* Be sure to check out our newest sponsor BrightCellars.com/MuggleCast for an amazing offer
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Jan 28, 2018 |
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#352: Non–MagiqueCast
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- Slug Club member Alex joins the show
- Scholastic announces 20th anniversary editions for all seven Potter books, but they're kinda disappointing.
- Eddie Redmayne talks Crimes of Grindelwald bringing us closer to the Potter series
- Our thoughts on the new Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery video game trailer
- Main Discussion: Book Covers
- We compare the U.S. and UK book covers from Sorcerer's Stone to Deathly Hallows. Which of each is better?
- The hosts name their top 3 original Potter book covers and give one honorable mention
- Check out our interview with U.S. illustrator Mary Grandpre back on Episode 172
- Patreon Question of the Week: Which Potter title would you change and why?
- Owl Post covers This Week in MuggleCast History, an interesting Fantastic Beasts quote from JKR and last week's discussion on Merope Gaunt
- Quizzitch: Which character was chosen by all four Ilvermorny houses?
- Andrew and Micah are headed to Orlando for A Celebration of Harry Potter (keep an eye out for meetup info)
In Bonus MuggleCast, available on Patreon, we discuss which cover should have completely gone back to the drawing board, and which cover best depicts Harry at his current age?
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Jan 22, 2018 |
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Episode #351: Wear and Tear
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- Slug Club member Ashley joins the show
- Jude Law sits down with JKR to learn about Dumbledore's character
- Chamber of Secrets gets the House Edition treatment (and so will the rest of the series)
- Nighttime shows are coming to Wizarding World Orlando while Cursed Child rehearsals begin on Broadway
- Dan Radcliffe weighs in on the Johnny Depp/Grindelwald debate
- Ashley has her own discussion ready for the show and wants to know how Jacob will get his memory back?
- She breaks down what we know about memory charms to date and characters who've experienced them
- How exactly can a memory charm be broken? How much does Jacob remember by the end of Fantastic Beasts?
- Since the Swooping Evil venom is supposed to erase bad memories, is there a chance Jacob's memory wasn't fully erased?
- Will Jacob regain his memory in full? Will it be over time through a series of flashbacks through Fantastic Beasts 2?
- Did the murtlap bite somehow prevent him from losing his full memory?
- Could JKR offer further education on memory charms via Pottermore to prepare us?
- Main Discussion: The Gaunt Family
- Given Voldemort's recent birthday, we take a look at his family: Merope, Morfin and Marvolo
- Is there anything we actually like about these characters?
- Andrew gets incestuous asking if the other hosts would ever marry their cousins
- Could we ever love somebody after we found out they had us under a spell?
- Should Tom Riddle Sr. have sought out his son and tried to raise him?
- We discuss the distinction between Tom Riddle Jr. and Voldemort being able to love
- Do we see the Gaunt family playing a role in future Fantastic Beasts films?
- Email and text messages cover the Wizarding World's third expansion and the Potter films moving to HBO
- This Week in MuggleCast history looks at Episodes 72, 128, 168 and 189
- Quizzitch: To whom, in the Harry Potter universe, is Mark Evans related?
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Jan 15, 2018 |
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Episode #350: Year 13? Don't Rise
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- We recap our New Years in Chicago
- Photos, Cards Against Humanity, bowling and more
- A special guest joins us for our landmark 350th episode
- Dumbledore gives his Top 14 New Years Resolutions To Make Hogwarts Safer
- A few Fantastic Beasts stills were released during the holidays
- Where's Dumbledore sitting? Who sent Newt that postcard? What's Grindelwald staring at?
- Harry Potter Weekends on Freeform are no more as the series moves to HBO!
- Now that they are all on demand, patrons share which movie they would watch first
- JKR releases a statement on why she blocked a fan and the hosts have mixed reactions
- Harry Potter: A History of Magic in NYC dates are announced
- One listener shares a very interesting theory on the Chinese beast alluded to in Crimes of Grindelwald
- Quizzitch
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Jan 09, 2018 |
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Episode #349: Back to Hogwarts
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- Welcome Slug Club member Hayden!
- JKR found inspiration for the Hogwarts Houses in the most unlikely of places
- Another new Harry Potter video game is coming that's been in development for two years!
- It's set in the 1980s with an open world concept
- Plus, you can be a Hogwarts student and go through all seven years
- We discuss David Heyman's comments about the role of beasts in The Crimes of Grindelwald
- Eddie Redmayne confirms the Niffler and Pickett are back!
- We theorize on the formidable Chinese beast: Chinese Fireball, Phoenix, Re'em or other?
- Many actors have officially wrapped filming The Crimes of Grindelwald
- Christmas and New Year's in the Wizarding World - where would we spend the holidays?
- Does Santa exist? Andrew thinks Hagrid would have made the perfect Father Christmas!
- What do Potter fans have to look forward to in 2018?
- A new ride in Orlando, Cursed Child on Broadway, The Crimes of Grindelwald and more!
- The last Quizzitch question of 2017 targets Goblet of Fire!
- Thank you for a great year in Potter! We'll see you all in 2018!
- Bonus MuggleCast: We read from the latest Potter novel - Harry Potter and What Looked Like a Large Pile of Ash
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Dec 18, 2017 |
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Episode #348: J.K. Rowling Responds
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- Resistance Radio host and Hypable writer Donya joins the show!
- We react to J.K. Rowling’s statement on Johnny Depp
- What finally prompted her to comment?
- Many fans plan to boycott. How will this impact future Fantastic Beasts films?
- Will this even be a topic of discuss a year from now when the movie premieres?
- We call Laura to get her thoughts and she shares an interesting idea
- Two new Crimes of Grindelwald stills are released by Entertainment Weekly
- Text messages focus on Christmas and religion in the Wizarding World
- Eric goes international for our next Quizzitch question
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Dec 11, 2017 |
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Episode #347: Christmas Comes To Hogwarts
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- Andrew and Eric's trivia night adventures continue!
- There's an odd mistake in the Bloomsbury House Editions pulled from a fake JKR tweet!
- We react to David Yates' defense of casting Johnny Depp
- Could Colin Farrell have been recast as Grindelwald?
- Is Johnny Depp influencing our perspective of Grindelwald? Souring our expectations of his story?
- One listener thinks it's simple... TRUST IN JO!
- Eric and Andrew chat with Michael Aiello, Sr. Director of Creative Development at Universal Orlando Resort about Christmas at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
- Emails tackle Queenie's potential allegiance with Grindelwald
- Text messages: metaphorical beasts, the Elder Wand's allegiance and Jacob's brute force
- Quizzitch returns!
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Dec 04, 2017 |
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Episode #346: Beast Mode
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- Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald... we give our initial reactions!
- Will most of the film focus on Grindelwald's past crimes and rise to power?
- Or can we expect new crimes committed during this movie?
- How does this impact screen time for Newt? The beasts?
- Lots of references to the Deathly Hallows (and alchemy?) in the title screen
- The new cast photo gives us several first looks, including Jude Law as Dumbledore
- What's up with Jacob and Queenie staring directly at Grindelwald?
- Credence is cozied up with a new character! What exactly is a Maledictus?
- Leta is engaged to Newt's brother! What does that mean for the brothers Scamander?
- We've got a pretty good theory about when the first trailer is coming!
- Andrew reports live from Orlando for Holidays at Hogwarts
- Listener tweets, emails, voicemails and quizzitch!
- We'll see you after the Thanksgiving holiday!
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Nov 19, 2017 |
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Episode #345: Harry Potter, I Choose You!
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- Welcome Slug Club member Nicki
- PO Box Update: some Halloween and British surprises!
- A Pokemon GO style Harry Potter game is in the works from Niantic!
- Our initial thoughts on Harry Potter: Wizards Unite and Portkey Games
- What does the title suggest? Will it focus on Fantastic Beasts at all or only Harry Potter?
- What other Potter video games would we like to see? -
Which old classics do we want remade?
- Our Main Discussion focuses on the brand-new Fantastic Beasts Illustrated Edition
- The foreword answers that question we had about Obscurus Books
- We get educated on the history of what defines a beast and how they're concealed from Muggles
- Is it coincidence that Newt includes the story of a jarvey in the introduction?
- Which beasts caught our attention? Which ones would we like to see in Fantastic Beasts 2?
- We run through some interesting notes Micah took while reading the book
- Getting high on billywigs, erumpent mating habits, killer bowtruckles and more
- We asked our patrons what dream features they'd like from this new Harry Potter app?
- Emails, voicemails and text messages
- Quizzitch Question of the Week has a Half-Blood twist!
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Nov 15, 2017 |
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Episode #344: Baby Voldemort
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- Pottermore continues to troll Andrew about Lavender Brown
- An adoption agency in Orlando is sorting dogs into Hogwarts Houses
- Evanna Lynch has launched her brand-new podcast - check it out!
- Main Discussion: Newt's Book Release Party in Fantastic Beasts 2
- Flourish and Blotts and Diagon Alley will feature in the next film
- What will 1920s Diagon Alley look like?
- The perfect excuse to bring the fearsome foursome back together
- Will Theseus make an appearance? Dumbledore? Credence?
- Is it just coincidence that we had another notable book release in the second Potter film?
- What's the deal with Obscurus Books? Is Newt a self-publisher?
- With the book release taking place in March 1927, the Dark Lord has now been born
- Emails, voicemails and text messages!
- Quizzitch returns Order of the Phoenix style!
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Nov 06, 2017 |
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Episode #343: Fantastic Beasts And The Not 2
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- Slug Club member Kate joins the show!
- Andrew and Eric share their Halloween costumes
- Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is headed to Australia! What country will be next?
- Coming soon: the title for next Fantastic Beasts film! Does that mean a trailer is not far behind?
- Listeners share their Fantastic Beasts 2 movie title suggestions
- Main Discussion: Halloween & Harry Potter
- We talk about the key events that have happened on October 31 in the Potter series
- That night in Godric's Hollow, Troll in the Dungeon, the Triwizard Tournament selection and more
- Did JKR always intend for Halloween to play a pivotal role in each book? Why did she choose it?
- Is there a reason it stopped being so important after Goblet of Fire?
- No Halloween discussion is complete without ghosts!
- The hosts profile the Hogwarts House ghosts, Professor Binns, Moaning Myrtle and Peeves
- We ask listeners which House they would join if they had to choose based on the House ghost!
- Quizzitch!
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Oct 30, 2017 |
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Episode #342: A History of Magic
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- Welcome Slug Club member Irvin!
- Cursed Child tickets go on sale and we're left in the dust!
- Until Katy (and her husband) come to the rescue!
- We discuss ticket prices - why were no special offers made for people buying both Parts 1 & 2?
- Listeners share their Cursed Child ticket buying experiences
- We review Harry Potter: A Journey Through A History of Magic
- The book details the exhibition currently at the British Library
- It feels like touring a museum (in a good way)
- We explore the original synopsis JKR sent to Bloomsbury
- The Harry Potter world owes a lot to then 8-year-old Alice Newton
- Ghost panels, statues, a selection committee of professors - the Sorting Hat that almost wasn't!
- Fudge and Vernon Dursely were originally going to be coworkers? WHAT?!
- We look at JKR's early list of Hogwarts professors: Enid Pettigrew, Oakden Hernshaw, Mopsus?
- Harry and Ron almost met the merpeople in Chamber of Sercrets!
- Steve Kloves shares his story and how judging a book by its cover almost cost him the films
- Quizzitch: In Prisoner of Azkaban, what does Snape task students with in their year-end lesson?
- Voicemails on Grindelwald and Wizarding World theme park
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Oct 23, 2017 |
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Episode #341: The Niffler and the Stone
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- Slug Club member Bethany joins the show
- Eric gives us a Trivia Night update
- Cursed Child Broadway tickets on sale this week! Who will make the cut?
- The Cormoran Strike series is headed to Cinemax
- Chris Riddell set to illustrate The Tales of Beedle the Bard for Bloomsbury
- Listener Rebuttals focus on the latest Fantastic Beasts casting news
- Will we find out what Nicolas Flamel and Dumbledore discovered?
- We receive some Death Eater clarification
- Will Dumbledore take away Grindelwald's powers out of love?
- Taking a look at the entire cast, where do we think Fantastic Beasts 2 is headed?
- Can beasts even fit into a story with this many characters?
- Is there a chance FB 2 focuses on one beast that’s integral to the plot?
- How much time do we think we will spend looking back as opposed to present-day?
- We review casting to date, including one we have overlooked (who is Krall)?
- Patrons share their overwhelming support for more Seraphina Pcquery screen time
- Quizzitch and text messages return!
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Oct 16, 2017 |
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Episode #340: Verified Jerk
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- Eric and Andrew gear up for another trivia night
- Cursed Child's Broadway registration is now closed!
- We review the Prisoner of Azkaban Illustrated Edition
- Our main discussion centers around the new Fantastic Beasts casting news
- We question if there is any relation between Eric and Spielman?
- Andrew explains the relationship between Jessica Williams and JKR
- Travers and Rosier: we discuss the two known Death Eaters
- Nicolas Flamel will appear in Fantastic Beasts 2! In present-day form or in a flashback?
- Could Grindelwald be in search of the Sorcerer's Stone? Is that story too familiar?
- Will Flamel assist Newt in his latest journey?
- Carmen Ejogo is back as Seraphina Picquery. Will her appearance be short-lived?
- Andrew attempts the sequel to HP Encyclopedia: The Musical
- Emails and voicemails return, with a text message thrown in the middle
- In Bonus MuggleCast -- available on Patreon -- We discuss the prank Sirius and James played on Snape. What was going through Sirius' mind? Does it affect our view of him?
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Oct 09, 2017 |
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Episode #339: Of Course
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- Cursed Child is open for registration!
- Eric and Micah share their Ticketmaster experiences while Andrew registers on air
- JKR won't pander to the fandom: is it the Encyclopedia or Marauder's story that's in jeopardy?
- Could Cursed Child have run for a week? Would fans have gone to see all five parts?
- Our thoughts on JKR's comments on the collaborative nature of Cursed Child
- JKR has given fans a lot since the release of Deathly Hallows - should we want more?
- The difference between giving fans too much and giving them what they want
- We tackle last week's Quizzitch question
- E-mail-bag: Maybe a Game of Thrones style Marauders story isn't all that bad after all
- The Prisoner of Azkaban Illustrated Edition hits store shelves this week!
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Oct 02, 2017 |
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Episode #338: Quizzitch
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- Slug Club member and Hogwarts Professor Kyle joins the show
- Eric and Andrew recap their Potter trivia night in Chicago
- Kyle talks about his Potter classroom and how it went viral
- How have his students reacted? Have more of them started to read Potter?
- What's been the response from the school? Teachers around the world?
- We learn about how Kyle incorporates Potter into his daily curriculum
- And he has a few tough questions for us: Does the Harry Potter series have a narrator?
- Should Squibs be allowed to take courses at Hogwarts?
- Episode 337 Rewind: Patrons share the courses they would teach at Hogwarts
- Healing, Magical Artifacts, Journalism, Music and more!
- The hosts tell which courses they would most like to teach... and play hooky from!
- Emails cover Newt's wand, The Cursed Child & a Horcrux-Obscurus theory!
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Sep 25, 2017 |
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Episode #337: Dumblescruff
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- Slug Club member Robert joins the show
- New Potter merchandise hits the market
- Jude Law shows off his Dumbledore scruff
- Episode 336 Rewind: Listeners share their favorite modes of magical transportation
- We break down the Hogwarts Courses in our latest main discussion
- Where do Defense Against the Dark Arts, Charms and Herbology rank on our list?
- Do Divination, Astronomy, Care of Magical Creatures and History of Magic even matter?
- How important is Flying?
- Bonus MuggleCast tackles Muggle Studies, Potions and Transfiguration
- If we were to make our own Hogwarts class schedule, what subjects would make our Top 5?
- Pop Quiz of the Week debuts!
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Sep 18, 2017 |
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Episode #336: Two Sickles A Scoop
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- We look back on September 1
- Cursed Child gets some real estate in Times Square
- Warwick Davis greets fans at King's Cross
- Listeners share how they spent #19YearsLater
- Eric reveals he forgot to share one very important piece of PO Box mail
- The author of the notorious fan fiction My Immortal is revealed
- We share listener rebuttals on our Wizarding World residence discussion
- Our main discussion this week... Magical Transportation
- We analyze everything from the Hogwarts Express to Broomsticks to Flying Cars
- Do we prefer Floo Powder, Portkeys, Apparition or Flying Beasts?
- The hosts share their top picks for how they'd get around the wizarding world
- Voicemails return!
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Sep 11, 2017 |
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Episode #335: Live From Orlando
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Andrew, Micah, and Eric cap off MuggleNet Live with a discussion on "19 Years Later" and alternate Epilogue ending lines. Stick around after the live recording for a post-mortem that the three recorded the morning after.
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Sep 05, 2017 |
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Episode #334: Back To Hogwarts?
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- Welcome Slug Club member Neva to the show!
- What is The Cursed Child planning for 19 years later?
- Did JKR's tweet confirm filming at Hogwarts this week?
- Main Discussion: Residences in the Wizarding World
- We talk about the pros and cons of some notable magical abodes
- The Burrow, Malfoy Manor and Grimmauld Place
- How about a room at the Leaky Cauldron?
- Godric's Hollow and Hogsmeade? Where do they rank high on our list?
- Could you live at Hogwarts even if you really, really wanted to?
- Listeners weigh in with where they'd like to live!
- Favorites: Theme Park Memory
- We'll see you on September 1 in Orlando for MuggleNet Live!
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Aug 29, 2017 |
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Episode #333: Book Snobs
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