MuggleCast: The Harry Potter Re-Read Podcast
Episodes
169: Episode #169: A Vision From Benlawney
23 Jan 2009
Contributed by Lukas
We’re live to discuss the Japanese Half-Blood Prince trailer! We attempt to hit 10,000 members on MuggleSpace while on the air. Have Michael Gambo...
168: Episode #166: LIVE and Rated PG
15 Jan 2009
Contributed by Lukas
We’re live to usher in the new year! MuggleNet staff member Nick joins us! A nice big panel of hosts to discuss the hot topics. HBP is rated PG –...
167: Episode #167: Looking Back at 2008
28 Dec 2008
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time for our annual Year in Review show! But first, the latest news. Or lack of it. MuggleMail addresses last week’s hot topics. MuggleSpa...
166: Episode #166: Appreciating The Moment
19 Dec 2008
Contributed by Lukas
The latest Movie, Beedle, and Exhibition news. Happy Birthday, Laura! MuggleMail addresses our Beedle show. Book Discussion: Was the final battle b...
165: Episode #165: Beedle The Bard, Analyzed
07 Dec 2008
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast reviews Beedle the Bard! But first, the latest news. We start the discussion off with our general thoughts. What was our favorite tale? ...
164: Episode #164: LIVE From London For Beedle!
04 Dec 2008
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast is LIVE in London for Waterstone’s Beedle the Bard release party! What are our general expecations for the book? Will Dumbledore’s no...
163: Episode #163: OMG Bushy Hair!
14 Nov 2008
Contributed by Lukas
We’re live on Ustream 30 minutes after the new HBP trailer is released! Matt and Andrew provide their initial reactions. Joining us is Penny Gersh...
162: Episode #162: Potter Politics
05 Nov 2008
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back for our 3rd new episode in 10 days! Micah updates us on the latest news stories. David Heyman’s thoughts on the film delay. Jo’s B...
161: Episode #161: Larger Than Life
31 Oct 2008
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time for our annual Halloween show, and Ben is back! Micah is now a Senior Staff Member of MuggleNet. We talk about our upcoming show at Azkt...
160: Episode #160: Live HBP International Trailer Talk
26 Oct 2008
Contributed by Lukas
We’re live hours after the International HBP trailer leaks online! An audio glitch prevents the very beginning of the show to make the feed. Andrew...
159: Episode #159: Hanging Voldemort
07 Oct 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Was it right for WB to remove the Hogwarts battle in HBP just because there’s one in DH? Many many many MANY HBP pictures. Is WB upset with all the...
158: Episode #158: Looking Into The Future
15 Sep 2008
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back on the air, and lots of things have happened since we last spoke! Micah brings us all up to speed on the latest news. Andrew and Matt c...
157: Episode #157: 11 Months Later...
18 Aug 2008
Contributed by Lukas
The news of Half-Blood Prince being delayed puts us in a frenzy. What was the real reason behind this? How will the fans take this in the long run? ...
156: Episode #156: An Interview with Stephenie Meyer
07 Aug 2008
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the news of Beedle the Bard being published. Will there be midnight release parties? What’s with the major price differences? Listener...
155: Episode #155: Live Teaser Trailer Discussion
31 Jul 2008
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our first live show since March! We discuss the just-released Half-Blood Prince teaser trailer. Michael Gambon is different in this trailer. ...
154: Episode #154: Teaser Teaser Trailer
21 Jul 2008
Contributed by Lukas
One year has passed since Deathly Hallows! Two co-hosts who haven’t been on in a while return! We discuss the latest news stories. The HBP IMAX t...
153: Episode #153: Live From Portus!
11 Jul 2008
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast is live from Dallas, Texas this week! We discuss some of the more popular events at Portus. One news item to discuss: the IMAX HBP traile...
152: Episode #152: By The Way...
08 Jul 2008
Contributed by Lukas
High Res Half-Blood Prince pics are FINALLY released. We discuss ’em. Teaser Trailer rumors continue, and we wonder if it’ll every come. Portus ...
151: Episode #151: Google, Define: Goat
30 Jun 2008
Contributed by Lukas
The intro is, well, intro-less. Only a couple of news stories to discuss this week! It’s a new month, so vote for us on Podcast Alley! We announc...
150: Episode #150: Cry Babies
23 Jun 2008
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our 150th regular episode of MuggleCast! Entertainment Weekly names Potter a classic. What IS a classic in this case? Some moments make us re...
149: Episode #149: I Love You, Laura
15 Jun 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Micah graces us with his presence. We review JK Rowling’s Potter Prequel. Or wait… can we even call it a prequel? Portus 2008 is coming up and ...
148: Episode #148: POOF!
08 Jun 2008
Contributed by Lukas
We kick off the show with talk about our future. JK Rowling’s speech at Harvard was, well, awesome. Harry Potter the MMORPG… would it be a succe...
147: Episode #147: Ben Ten
01 Jun 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Ben returns to co-host an episode of the show! The press prints a misleading headline with the Rob Knox story. Is the Sorcerer’s Stone re-release ...
146: Episode #146: Trailer Blues
18 May 2008
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast is recorded one last time from its Medford-based studios. We discuss our trailer blues. With what movie will the Half-Blood Prince teaser...
145: Episode #145: Yarning For Half-Blood Prince
11 May 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Matt kicks off the show with his tale of being questioned by the FBI. News: BBC tracks Leavesden, Tonks talks, new HBP roles, and HBP yarn. We wonde...
144: Episode #144: Manly Mathematical Men
04 May 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Eric crunches some numbers to compare wait times for movie releases. What can we look forward to at the Potter Exhibition? Potter leaves the NYT Bes...
143: Episode #143: Point Number 4
27 Apr 2008
Contributed by Lukas
News discussion: Rowling documentary, HBP video game, and court case transcripts. To Micah’s dismay, a fourth news item is cut. Episode 142 enters...
142: Episode #142: Court Is In Session
19 Apr 2008
Contributed by Lukas
The Court of MuggleCast is now in session. We all offer our individual opinions on the case and identify the key players. The trial was very emotion...
141: Episode #141: Heading Back in Time
14 Apr 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew has a treasure chest from HP Quest! Micah will be first in line at Equus in NYC. We announce when our next MuggleCast LIVE online will be. T...
140: Episode #140: You Just Got MuggleCast'd
05 Apr 2008
Contributed by Lukas
APRIL FOOLS. Andrew questions the motives for mocking him when he’s away. We discuss JK Rowling’s answers at the James Joyce Awards. Could Inte...
139: Episode #139: Spiders, Vampires, Lords, and Wizards
30 Mar 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew is absent, so the mockery kicks in immediately. Micah returns to anchoring the news. A new month is upon us (MuggleCast mApril) vote for us o...
138: Episode #138: The M&M Show
25 Mar 2008
Contributed by Lukas
News Competition runner-up winner Ash Jackson gives us the news! We discuss David Heyman’s interview about the DH split. Will each part of the fil...
137: Episode #137: Tripping Over Curtains - The Jim Dale Story
16 Mar 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Portus 2008 public relations director Aziza Aba Butain joins us… …to interview the narrator of the U.S. Harry Potter books Jim Dale. Mr. Dale gi...
136: Episode #136: Happily Split
13 Mar 2008
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a special Thursday night LIVE episode! Ben and Kevin return to host the show! We discuss all of the developments surrounding the Deathly Hall...
135: Episode #135: The Jim Dale Approaches
08 Mar 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Mikey fight to intro last. Mikey wins. MuggleCast News guest anchor Edith gives us the news. Jim Dale will be joining us on MuggleCast next...
134: Episode #134: What The Bleep?
01 Mar 2008
Contributed by Lukas
A slip-up on last week’s show gets a lot of feedback. We respond. The Top 5 contestants for Micah’s News Contest! It’s a new month so vote for...
133: Episode #133: Laura Is Fired
23 Feb 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Six people host this week’s episode! … including one new host, Elysa Montfort of MuggleNet Fan Fiction! We discuss the recent unintentional dire...
132: Episode #132: Betting Man
17 Feb 2008
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s show brought to you by Audible.com! Jim Dale picks up Grammy for Deathly Hallows. We celebrate. More evidence of Deathly Hallows being...
131: Episode #131: Internal Memos
10 Feb 2008
Contributed by Lukas
*Gasp* No Andrew or Matt this week! Spielberg rumors still cropping up – Mikey and Eric provide a strong case for him. Jo compares Fudge to Prime ...
130: Episode #130: Matt Can Feel It
02 Feb 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew kicks the show off with an intriguing, on-topic story. It’s a new month so vote on Podcast Alley! Del Toro isn’t directing Deathly Hallow...
129: Episode #129: Pensive Possibilities
26 Jan 2008
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss what we’re most looking forward to about Half-Blood Prince and what we think may be cut. Small update on the East Coast Tour. Vote on P...
128: Episode #128: Questionable Questions
19 Jan 2008
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew boasts about the new Wizard Rock section. Rumors concerning a two-part Deathly Hallows surface. Harvard announces JK Rowling to give commence...
127: Episode #127: Making Connections
14 Jan 2008
Contributed by Lukas
JKR Documentary discussion. Jo talks about her family and religious views. What was the character name she took from the book in the church? Univer...
126: Episode #126: Flying Ford Angela
31 Dec 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Further discussion about HBP casting and TIME’s “Person of the Year”. Andrew places a call to WB about his defective DVD. Top 10 Moments of 20...
125: Episode #125: Holiday Joy
23 Dec 2007
Contributed by Lukas
It’s another holiday season! Jamie is back and recounts his problems with Christmas. We discuss the latest news, including casting, TIME, and the ...
124: Episode #124: Co-Workers At Play
18 Dec 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Amazon.com revealed as winning bidder for The Tales of Beedle The Bard. We announce a big change coming to our show. Order of the Phoenix DVD discus...
123: Episode #123: Anger
09 Dec 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Where are the other co-hosts?! We discuss the Golden Compass and its controversy. MTV’s list of Wizard Rock bands is unfair and inaccurate. Happy...
122: Episode #122: Special Positioning
02 Dec 2007
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast to podcast from Portus 2008! Check out our new holiday album art! David Heyman and his wife. A look at Beedle the Bard. MuggleMail chec...
121: Episode #121: Bellatrix Needs Some Love
25 Nov 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Harry Potter theme park update. JK Rowling named Entertainer of the Year. Ian McKellen discusses why he didn’t become Dumbledore. In fact, it’s...
120: Episode #120: 1337 Approvals
18 Nov 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Mikey B returns, and Andy from HarryPotterFanZone.com makes his MuggleCast debut! Andrew is 1337! LOLZ! Harry Potter changes a school in England. Co...
119: Episode #119: Quack
10 Nov 2007
Contributed by Lukas
We’re LIVE for episode 119! One listener explicitly comments on explicit language. We comment one last time on the subject of Dumbledore’s sexua...
118: Episode #118: Controversy
03 Nov 2007
Contributed by Lukas
A new segment to kick off the show. We discuss the impact of Equus coming to Broadway. Will it be overtaken by fangirls? How long can it run if HBP...
117: Episode #117: Butterbeer By The Keg
29 Oct 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dumbledore is gay – initial thoughts from the hosts! Eric gives us a full report on MuggleCast LIVE in Australia! We go over each of the questions...
116: Episode #116: Pig For Slaughter
08 Oct 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Jerry Cooke from Fandom Forecast joins us this week! Where is Jo going with Wizard of the Month? Titan Tiffin as young Tom Riddle? Eric gives a rem...
115: Episode #115: Laura's Questions
01 Oct 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Micah sees Order of the Phoenix…finally! Dan and David Yates talk Half-Blood Prince. Eric is back and has info on MuggleCast Down Under. Kevin re...
114: Episode #114: Hasta La Vista, Harry
24 Sep 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Emma finishes Ballet Shoes: we discuss the trio filming outside of Potter. Order of the Phoenix DVD release date, but somebody hasn’t seen it in th...
111: Episode #111: 12 Hour Live Show, Part 4
16 Sep 2007
Contributed by Lukas
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113: Episode #113: 12 Hour Live Show, Part 6
16 Sep 2007
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112: Episode #112: 12 Hour Live Show, Part 5
16 Sep 2007
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109: Episode #109: 12 Hour Live Show, Part 2
16 Sep 2007
Contributed by Lukas
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110: Episode #110: 12 Hour Live Show, Part 3
16 Sep 2007
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108: Episode #108: 12 Hour Live Show, Part 1
16 Sep 2007
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a 12-hour show, ladies and gentlemen! This episode only includes the first two hours, however. Andrew, Jamie, and Laura entertain you for the...
107: Episode #107: Celebration
01 Sep 2007
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back to our regular in-studio recordings and celebrating! MuggleNet staff member Jerry Cooke joins the panel. He’s our English-accented co...
106: Episode #106: Live From Pittsburgh
26 Aug 2007
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast is LIVE from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania this week as we discuss Deathly Hallows and some of the more recent news concerning the seventh and f...
105: Episode #105: Live From Ohio
19 Aug 2007
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast is LIVE from Canton, Ohio this week as we discuss Deathly Hallows and some of the more recent news concerning the seventh and final novel. ...
104: Episode #104: Live From Novi
12 Aug 2007
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast is LIVE from Novi, Michigan this week as we discuss Deathly Hallows and some of the more recent news concerning the seventh and final novel...
103: Episode #103: Live From Chicago
06 Aug 2007
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast is LIVE from Chicago this week as we discuss Deathly Hallows and some of the more recent news concerning the seventh and final novel. Enjoy...
102: Episode #102: Live from Tulsa and St. Louis
28 Jul 2007
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast is LIVE from Tulsa, Oklahoma and St. Louis, Missouri! In Tulsa, we discuss Dumbledore and his role in Deathly Hallows. In St. Louis, we t...
101: Episode #101: Streaming Spoilers
22 Jul 2007
Contributed by Lukas
At 4:30 AM, we have all officially finished ‘Deathly Hallows’ SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER! We go all around the table sharing general opinions. Eve...
100: Episode #100: The Big One
21 Jul 2007
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast LIVE in London for the release of ‘Deathly Hallows’ We are welcomed by Rubeus Hagrid! (Note: Not Ben Schoen.) It’s episode 100 ever...
99: Episode #99: Live From Enlightening 2007
15 Jul 2007
Contributed by Lukas
MuggleCast is live from Enlightening 2007 in Philly! Ben’s attempt to meet Emma at the OOTP after party. More stories from the premieres. An inte...
98: Episode #98: Deathly Hallows Talk at Enlightening
12 Jul 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Join Andrew, Jamie, Ben and Emerson as they host a panel on what will happen in Deathly Hallows based on predictions made in the MuggleNet book. This ...
97: Episode #97: Laura's Pants
02 Jul 2007
Contributed by Lukas
We announce our Deathly Hallows plans! Draco the Dragon? Why did Jo decide to keep Kreacher in the films? Have the acting skills of the Trio declin...
96: Episode #96: More Shows, More Problems
24 Jun 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Porter from XalerStudios.com joins the show. A Summer of MuggleCastin’ We give a listen to some samples of the OOTP soundtrack. Andrew think...
95: Episode #95: Hell Froze Over
17 Jun 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Eric hosts…the fearsome threesome. The Big Easy, The Big Apple, and the City of Angels. We discuss Jo’s U.S. book tour. The WOMBATs are back an...
94: Episode #94: Beautiful Name, Beautiful Girl
12 Jun 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie is led into a massive trap (and makes a fool out of himself). Final thoughts on the Harry Potter theme park. Is the dragon on the Deluxe cover...
93: Episode #93: The Real Trio
04 Jun 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Andrew calls Micah and Laura substandard staffers. Where have all the hosts gone? Just how big is this park going ...
92: Episode #92: Big Bald Mr. Clean
28 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Movie Discussion: New TV spots, Umbridge, and running time. Printing of DH begins in Germany. National Wear Your MuggleCast T-Shirt Day is almost he...
91: Episode #91: No Limits, No Lives
19 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss Jo’s post on spoilers. We share our summer plans. Too much security for Book 7? Rebuttals on the symbol. Main Discussion: Lily’s Se...
90: Episode #90: Zap The Fat Away
13 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Jo finally makes some site updates. We read some listener rebuttals that clear up some past uncertainties. Main Discussion: THE SYMBOL. Now the cen...
89: Episode #89: In The Middle of The Night
06 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
It’s an all dude show this week, including Mikey B! Impromptu Listener Challenge. Order of the Phoenix trailer talk. Andrew and Mikey giggle with...
88: Episode #88: Movie Talk Galore
29 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
We take a moment to remember the victims of the Virginia Tech tragedy. We’re proud to announce the Pickle Pack! Join for exclusive videos, blogs, p...
87: Episode #87: Shameless Promotion
15 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
We reveal some unbelievable news about our Deathly Hallows manuscripts. Listener Rebuttals cover the UK children’s book cover. One listener sends ...
86: Episode #86: Cover Call-ins
11 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the second extra episode to make up for Jamie being a waste of space! On this show we spend an hour taking live calls from listeners who have t...
85: Episode #85: Cover Cover Part Deuce
08 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we bring you more extensive cover coverage. Check out the new layout and album art! Enlightenment announcements. Kevin and Mikey share t...
84: Episode #84: An Overused Scar
05 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
It’s all of your favorite segments on this very special Jamie-missed-the-train-inspired show. New segment: Make the connection! Kevin, why don’t...
83: Episode #83: Cover Cover
01 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
No time for jokes on this April 1st edition! It’s a new month – vote for us at Podcast Alley! We give our thoughts on the Deathly Hallows covers...
82: Episode #82: The Answer is Seven
25 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh back from London, Andrew and Jamie recount their adventure and give us their Equus review. Is 784 pages too short? (No!) One gracious listener...
81: Episode #81: Live in England
19 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our first LIVE MuggleCast! Because of a recording mistake, the show kicks off halfway through our theory contest. Small talk about our day at...
80: Episode #80: Toots
11 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
WARNING: This episode contains spoilers for the 5th film! …Toots? We refuse to intro. Reminder: Live show in the UK! MuggleNet Book tour dates. ...
79: Episode #79: Laura Gambon
04 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Carpenter of The Remus Lupins co-hosts the show! The latest OOTP picture discussion. We discuss what Jo has been up to lately. Andrew and Jami...
78: Episode #78: Dumby's One Request
24 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie is back! Everyone’s favorite Brit clears up his sausage bet. We discuss some new OOTP photos. Check out the picture of the Gandalf LEGO Jam...
77: Episode #77: Papa Voldemort
17 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
The latest weather forecasts from around the world. We talk about the latest OOTP pics. What would Mrs. Norris do? More talk on the deathly cries d...
76: Episode #76: Rooms 625-660
11 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
After opening the show with a concrete statement, we have a cozy little news discussion. The Ben is back… again. MuggleNet’s book reviewed in th...
75: Episode #75: Harry Chest
03 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Laura offers her thoughts on the release date. We examine some things Jo said in her Diary we should have paid more attention to. Did Jason Isaacs k...
74: Episode #74: Who Will Catch The Bouquet?
28 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Live from New Zealand…Eric Scull. We clear up the Albania-Romania-Bulgaria mix-up. Is Ravenclaw’s wand a Horcrux? And was it in Ollivander’s s...
73: Episode #73: Old Skool Dumbledore
21 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re joined by guest Mikey B. After a bit of grumbling about Laura Mallory’s recent sure-to-fail appeal, we bring you a few show annou...
72: Episode #72: Micah's Yule Ball Plans
14 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s show starts off with some very good news about live shows! We announce a very BIG interview. Apparently some of us didn’t see the co...
71: Episode #71: The Ben is Back
09 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Ben cries over The OC. We discuss the hanged man and his significance to Deathly Hallows. “Hallow” is an archaic word for “gallow”. Perhaps...
70: Episode #70: Goodbye 2006
30 Dec 2006
Contributed by Lukas
In order to entertain you this New Year, we discuss all of the highlights of 2006! We regale one another with all the laughter, touching moments, and...