Best MuggleCast Podcasts (2024)

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'Fourth Wing': What's the Hype About This Viral, Dragon-Led Fantasy Series? 53:20

2h ago53:20

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Dragons, Magic, Romance, oh Gods! Andrew and Pam introduce the Fourth Wing series to fandom newbies Laura and Eric, and the panel discuss why the first two books in the Empyrean series have gone viral online. We catch those who haven't read up to speed, look at what makes the books unique, and take on readers who've claimed that the story is unorig…

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Book 6, Chapter 14: Felix Felicis

23h ago

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Book 6, Chapter 14: Felix FelicisBy Dan Ryno

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HBP 3, Revisit: Bubbie Coded 1:18:16

2h ago1:18:16

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On Episode 414 we discuss... → Yenta energy → A Christopher Robin opening → Narcissa yapping around to everyone → Keep Calm and Don't Carry On → Harry is just like us → Check out Ring Theory already → Ties between Percy and Regulus → Dobby and Winky, sitting in a tree → Petunia is trapped and Dudley melts → Check out the “Noble House of Black” seri…

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Hermione the Vigilante (GOF Chapter 37, The Beginning) 1:09:36

35m ago1:09:36

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This week, we wrap up our fourth year at Hogwarts, say goodbye to some new friends and prepare for what's to come! Join Andrew, Micah and Laura as we raise a glass to Cedric, Harry and our journey through Goblet of Fire! 7-Word Summary: Relationships blossom when the trio parts ways Chapter-by-Chapter concludes with Goblet of Fire, Chapter 37: The …

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OOTP 3, Revisit: The Moody Operation 1:56:43

1h ago1:56:43

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On Episode 413 we discuss... → Voldemort and Harry's double trouble → Burgled → Maybe everyone is wrong about Lupin and Tonks → Math that doesn't math → Kiki in flight → Just add maxima → Hangry Harry → Owls with boundaries → Check out Professor Wamble Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/alohomora-the-original-harry…

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Song of the Summer: 2024's Highlights, and How Hits Are Made 52:00

1h ago52:00

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Pam and Andrew welcome special guest and fellow podcaster Kaylan (host of Long Live Taylor Podcast) to talk about the annual pop cultural event that is the Song of the Summer. Together, they run through the history of the concept, break down the key components a contending single must have to qualify for the coveted title, and reminisce over past h…

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The Wizarding World is Fudged (GOF Chapter 36, The Parting of the Ways) 1:12:27

8d ago1:12:27

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This week, the battlelines are officially drawn between Dumbledore and Fudge! Join us as we try our very best to convince the Minister for Magic that Voldemort has indeed returned! News: MinaLima will not be releasing further editions of their illustrated books (we'll discuss this story in more detail in Bonus MuggleCast) 7-Word Summary: Fudge make…

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PS/SS, 11 Revisit: All Hail, Lee Jordan 1:37:01

3d ago1:37:01

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On Episode 412 we discuss... → The house of Dean Thomas → Cirque Du Sol-egg → Hagrid's "pick me vibes" → The Adam Project → Angelina, Dean, and Lee: a carousel of under appreciated characters → Why don't they just have a net? → Sports and stuff... and maybe the arts → Check out brets.thoughts Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker…

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'House of the Dragon' Season 2: Worthy of a Queen? 1:13:41

4d ago1:13:41

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On this week’s episode, Micah, Eric and Laura return to Westeros to discuss the hype around Season 2 of House of the Dragon. We connect the threads between the first two seasons of Game of Thrones and the first two seasons of House of the Dragon, share our favorite Season 2 storylines and characters and discuss whether or not the finale lived up to…

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Grab the Truth Juice (GOF Chapter 35, Veritaserum) 1:29:16

7d ago1:29:16

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On this week's episode, hard truths are revealed… by force! The culprit is finally revealed in our Chapter by Chapter discussion for Goblet of Fire Chapter 35, ‘Veritaserum.’ And, there’s been news about the new Universal theme park! A reveal trailer for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic theme park has been released! We discuss…

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POA, 13 Revisit: Snatch the Rat 2:07:27

10d ago2:07:27

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On Episode 411 we discuss... → Crookshanks is the MVP → Good times for your friend's pet to eat yours → First cars in high school → We are not a Volkswagen podcast → Glimmer of comfort → Harry is the worst → Check out TheMagicalBlonde Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/alohomora-the-original-harry-potter-book-club-…

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Disney's Pixar: What's the Hype About This Game-Changing Studio, and 'Inside Out'? 56:57

11d ago56:57

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Turn on your favorite lamp and keep an eye on your favorite toys, because this week we're discussing the wonderful world of Pixar! 'Toy Story' was the very first feature-length computed animated film, and it changed Hollywood forever. Nearly 30 years later, Pixar is still blowing our minds. We trace the origins of Pixar and discuss what makes these…

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That's My Killing Wand! (GOF Chapter 34, Priori Incantatem) 1:10:58

25d ago1:10:58

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On this week's episode, we're causing chaos in Little Hangleton, striking fear into the heart of the Dark Lord himself. Join us as we face the echoes of Voldemort's past trangressions! Someone should have studied Priori Incantatem at Hogwarts, Voldy! Welcome Slug Club member, Elizabeth! Chapter-by-Chapter returns with Goblet of Fire, Chapter 34: Pr…

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Book 6, Chapter 13: The Secret Riddle

28d ago

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Book 6, Chapter 13: The Secret RiddleBy Dan Ryno

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GOF, 10 Revisit: Work Dad 2:07:07

17d ago2:07:07

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On Episode 410 we discuss... → All the Weasleys are insecure → Messy, pure blood, Molly → Percy Apologist → Mind-Dreamscape-Place → It's always the plot → Check out Professor Wamble Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/alohomora-the-original-harry-potter-book-club--5016402/support.…

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'The Boys': Breaking Down Season 4 of Amazon's Super Hero Dramedy 1:06:17

18d ago1:06:17

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Now that season 4 of ‘The Boys’ has wrapped, Laura, Eric, and Andrew come together to recap, review, analyze, and make season 5 predictions! Is Butcher still in there, or has he gone full Kessler? Will Ambrosius see her revenge? How will the team finally defeat Homelander once and for all? Get ready for ‘Generation V’ season 2 before the 5th and fi…

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Potter Panic! Revisiting the HP vs. Christianity Controversies 1:21:30

23d ago1:21:30

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In this week’s MuggleCast, we’re setting book 4 down and picking up on real world controversy that was happening RIGHT as Goblet of Fire was first published, in July of 2000. At issue was whether the series, quickly gaining national publicity in the US, was instructing young readers to take up witchcraft, join the devil and abandon God. It’s HP vs …

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HBP, 28 Revisit: Harry's Hate List 1:33:02

24d ago1:33:02

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On Episode 409 we discuss... → No rules, just vibes → Hidden bone ring theory → Harry is such a Gryffindor that he can't use any more spells → Snape trying to save Harry in spite of himself → "Keep your mouth shut and your mind closed" → Remembering how we felt about that big reveal → One of the greatest fandom debates of all time → Check out the "…

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Spicy Romance Books: The Good, The Bad, and the Cringe 1:00:17

25d ago1:00:17

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Things are heating up on What The Hype as we dive into the world of smut in romance and romantasy! This week, Laura and Pam are joined by special guest and romance author, Jennifer Hennessy (‘Degrees of Engagement’), to discuss spicy scenes in romance and romantasy reads. There’s no denying that there’s been an uptick in interest in spicy reads tha…

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A Face Only Bellatrix Could Love (GOF Chapters 32 and 33, 'Flesh, Blood and Bone' and 'The Death Eaters') 1:10:45

28d ago1:10:45

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This week, witness the return of Lord Voldemort himself after 13 years without a proper body! To celebrate this ‘rebirthing party’, we’ll be discussing two chapters of Goblet of Fire! LAST CHANCE to grab this year’s physical gift... The MuggleCast 19 Years Later t-shirt! If you aren’t a Patron, now’s a great time to join! Pledge today at the Slug C…

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DH, 21 Revisit: Death Is Your Gift 1:54:40

1M ago1:54:40

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On Episode 408 we discuss... → "I think I was in heaven" - Buffy → We dare you to check out our fairytale episode → Jim Jensen Storyteller vibes → Harry is all the Houses by Book 7 → The cloak is a copout → Conspiracy theories → Rowan and elder wood → Wizards are combative and arrogant Alohomora! 's Final 100 is sponsored in part by Secretlab. Awar…

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Book 6, Chapter 12: Silver And Opals

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Book 6, Chapter 12: Silver And OpalsBy Dan Ryno

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'House of the Dragon': What's the Hype About This 'Game of Thrones' Prequel? 52:43

1M ago52:43

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On this week’s episode, Micah, Eric and Laura soar into Westeros to discuss the hype around HBO’s hit series House of the Dragon. Taking place 100 years after the unification of the Seven Kingdoms but nearly 200 years before Game of Thrones, does House of the Dragon have what it takes to live up to its predecessor? Are dragons alone enough of a sel…

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OOTP, 24 Revisit: The Baiting Bat 2:40:58

2M ago2:40:58

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On Episode 407 we discuss... → Universal group text → Sirius rips our heart out → Cho Chang in her Taylor era → The Mauraders are trash - do you really want that prequel? → Peter is a natural born coward → Pure blood privileged wrecks → Teenage triggers and trauma → Single and alive → Grease and grief of Severus Snape Alohomora! 's Final 100 is spo…

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'Ghostbusters': What's the Hype About This Supernatural Comedy Series? 37:33

1M ago37:33

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Hey, has anyone seen a ghost?! Just over 40 years since its theatrical debut, the firmly adult comedy ‘Ghostbusters’ (1984) that spawned 2 animated television series and 4 film sequels has stood the test of time. Just what is it about this working-class underdog story set in grubby New York City (back when the city still had, Micah says, “some big …

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Where's the Skrewt Flute? (GOF Chapter 31, The Third Task) 1:14:28

1M ago1:14:28

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Get ready for an A-MAZE-ING episode as we take on the Third Task of the Triwizard Tournament! Join Andrew, Eric, Laura and Micah as they discuss Chapter 31 of Goblet of Fire, "The Third Task." Reminder: This year's physical gift for Slug Club patrons is here... The MuggleCast 19 Years Later t-shirt (Shirt Model 1, Shirt Model 2)! If you aren’t a Pa…

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Book 6, Chapter 11: Hermione's Helping Hand

2M ago

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Book 6, Chapter 11: Hermione's Helping HandBy Dan Ryno

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COS, 9 Revisit: Camp Cursed Blood 1:46:00

2M ago1:46:00

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On Episode 406 we discuss... → Deleted scenes from Chamber of Secrets → Bets on what Snape is smiling about → The all-knowing Dumbledore → Slytherin, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, Gryffindor house dichotomies from Kat → Tom Riddle's razzle dazzle → Food is life → Looking for loopholes Alohomora! 's Final 100 is sponsored in part by Secretlab. Award-winnin…

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'Heartstopper': What's the Hype About This LGBTQ+ Netflix Dramedy? 52:34

2M ago52:34

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‘Heartstopper’ is a queer, British coming-of-age romantic dramedy series based on Alice Oseman’s webcomic and graphic novel of the same name. The story was loyally adapted by Netflix and became an instant hit thanks to its feel-good and unique LGBTQ storytelling. In this episode of What the Hype?!, Pam, Andrew, and Eric are joined by Andrew's boyfr…

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Karkaroff the Canary (GOF Chapter 30, The Pensieve) 1:13:23

2M ago1:13:23

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This week, we're diving headfirst into Dumbledore’s memories that he definitely didn’t leave accessible on purpose. So get ready to stand trial with Andrew, Micah, Laura and Morgan as we try to piece it all together before The Third Task begins! Reminder: This year's physical gift for Slug Club patrons is here... The MuggleCast 19 Years Later t-shi…

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Book 6, Chapter 10: The House Of Gaunt

2M ago

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Book 6, Chapter 10: The House Of GauntBy Dan Ryno

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POA, 20 Revisit: Suck My Soul 1:52:12

2M ago1:52:12

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On Episode 405 we discuss... → Check out bretts.thoughts → Magic is stinky → Stepping on poo → Balding and wizarding hair → Blame it on the cat → Plot holes and Lupin's transformation → Sirius and James were not Lupin's real friends Alohomora! 's Final 100 is sponsored in part by Secretlab. Award-winning comfort that feels just like magic. From adj…

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'Bridgerton': Breaking Down Season 3 1:19:25

2M ago1:19:25

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Part two of our ‘Bridgerton’ series finds Pam, Laura, Micah, and special guest, Morgan (That Nerd Thing Podcast) taking a deep dive into ‘Bridgerton’ season 3. This time around, we aren’t holding back— spoilers for all season of ‘Bridgerton’ are fair game and run rampant! So consider this your official warning, dearest gentle listeners! We kick thi…

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Potter or Pizza? (GOF Chapter 29, The Dream) 1:26:43

2M ago1:26:43

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This week, get ready to be undoubtedly stimulated by the extraordinary clairvoyant vibrations of Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura as your hosts deal with being grounded by not one, but two adults, processing wild dreams and battling Voldemort-inducing headaches! This year's physical gift for Slug Club patrons is here... The MuggleCast 19 Years Later t…

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DH, 27 Revisit: Should We Laugh or Cry? 1:48:53

2M ago1:48:53

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On Episode 404 we discuss... → Nothing like a cold plunge before battle → Hermione breaks out the pumpkin juice → What dragons eat → Bellatrix spared → The average water temperature in Scotland → Check out SugarSpunQuills Alohomora! 's Final 100 is sponsored in part by Secretlab. Award-winning comfort that feels just like magic. From adjustable lum…

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Audiobook Listening Rises in Popularity, But Is It The Same As Reading? 55:25

2M ago55:25

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What's the Hype about Audiobook listening? This week we have the full panel on board to discuss the pro's and con's of listening to audiobooks, and we compare it to reading a normal book. Some on the panel are a little rude when it comes to the idea of listening to an audiobook versus traditional reading, but we try to convince them otherwise. Else…

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Kromance (GOF Chapter 28: The Madness of Mr. Crouch) feat. The Fantasy Fangirls! 1:32:54

2M ago1:32:54

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What's that in the bushes? It's another introduction into the horrors of true crime as we follow Harry and Viktor Krum into the woods of the Forbidden Forest! Joining us for this episode are Nicole and Lexi of Fantasy Fangirls podcast! With plenty of laughs and deep coverage of another massive chapter of Book 4, listen now as we discuss "The Madnes…

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What's the Hype about 'What the Hype?!' 23:57

2M ago23:57

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Welcome to a brand new podcast from the creators of MuggleCast and #Millennial, called What the Hype?! What The Hype?! is the class you always wanted, but were never offered in school! Each week, a panel of pop culture junkies educate each other on today’s biggest books, shows, movies, and more. No matter your experience, there’s something for ever…

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'Bridgerton': What's the Hype? 1:05:45

3M ago1:05:45

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From the creators of MuggleCast is a brand new podcast: What the Hype?! For more information, see the episode titled 'What's the Hype about What the Hype?!' --- Bridgerton is a television show based on the bestselling book series by Julia Quinn. Its first season premiered on Netflix in December 2020, and is produced by Shonda Rhimes’ production ban…

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