Best Harry Potter And The Philosopher Podcasts (2024)

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - Film Review 1:18:57

7h ago1:18:57

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Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince was spun up on the randomiser but we're now going to make that our first HP review of the podcast. So here's the first of the epic series that sparked an incredible film franchise (don't remind Brett it's based on a book). The Philosopher's/Sorcerors's Stone thing led us to rank our Top 5 Movies With Different…

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Ep 54. "Yellowface" by R. F. Kuang 18:43

1d ago18:43

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com R.F. Kuang’s Yellowface. Complex to a degree, problematic to a degree, controversial to a degree. Kuang's narrative delves into the intricacies of racial identity and the absurdities of cultural appropriation with a finesse that leaves readers simultaneously chuckling and contempl…

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#106 | 'Professor Umbridge' | OotP Overview (12) 33:45

2d ago33:45

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Episode Outline Chapter Summary Key Theme– Control Character Development– Professor Umbridge, Harry, Fred & George World Building– Quidditch, O.W.L’s, Potions Support Muffliato Podcast Head over to our Buy Me a Coffee page: www.buymeacoffee.com/muffliatopod Instagram: www.instagram.com/muffliatopodcast/…

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Kindergarten Cop (1990) - Nostalgic Film Review 1:07:45

7d ago1:07:45

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So much nostalgia for this movie with some classic lines and a great comedic performance by Arnie. We also rank our Top 5 Cop Comedies. What are yours? Join our Facebook group to connect with us and join the discussion with other Two Drink movie lovers. Click here. If you'd like to show your support to the two brothers, you can do so here. Want to …

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Ep 53. "The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant: Lord Fouls Bane" by Stephan Donaldson 24:48

9d ago24:48

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com A fantasy novel known for pushing the boundaries of what not only fantasy can do, but literature as a whole. A leper by the name of Thomas Covenant is cast into a fantasy land he disregards as a bad dream, after falling and hitting his head. But, if this is all a dream, are the co…

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#105 | 'The Sorting Hat's New Song' | OotP Overview (11) 31:53

9d ago31:53

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Blake and Josh discuss Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. In this episode they examine the themes, characters, foreshadowing and more of Chapter 11: The Sorting Hat's New Song.Support Muffliato PodcastHead over to our Buy Me a Coffee page: www.buymeacoffee.com/muffliatopodInstagram: www.instagram.com/muffliatopodcast/…

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Jumanji (1995) - Nostalgic Film Review 1:02:41

15d ago1:02:41

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Thanks to Nick for suggesting one of Brett's favourite and most nostalgic movies. It also takes our total of Robin Williams movies to six! We then ranked our Top 5 Movies Featuring Games, which again, caused a debate.By Two Brothers Entertainment

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Ep 52. "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" by J.K. Rowling 19:02

16d ago19:02

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com The second instalment into the Harry Potter series sees the book and story delve deeper into the magical world we all have come to love. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets explores the depths of the castle Hogwarts, it introduces us to some new faces and reveals some dark mag…

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Frozen (2013) 50:58

22d ago50:58

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It's a long overdue viewing of Frozen for Lee and it's fair to say it fell short for him. We also ranked our Top 5 Movies Set In The Cold. Join our Facebook group to connect with us and join the discussion with other Two Drink movie lovers. Click here. If you'd like to show your support to the two brothers, you can do so here.…

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Ep 51. "The Wager" by David Grann 16:00

23d ago16:00

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com A tale of shipwreck, mutiny, and murder. A tale of human endurance. David Grann’s ‘The Wager’ is the shocking true tale of the Wager, a ship that makes up part of the English fleet. In this seafaring adventure, the men are pushed to the limits and also push the limits of their own…

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#104 | 'Luna Lovegood' | OotP Overview (10) 25:56

24d ago25:56

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Episode Outline Chapter Summary Key Theme– Embarrassment, Unsettling Character Development– Luna Lovegood, Cho Chang World Building– Thestrals, Mimbulus Mimbletonia, The Quibbler Literary Devices– Foil Significance– Harry goes back to school, baby! Support Muffliato Podcast Head over to our Buy Me a Coffee page: www.buymeacoffee.com/muffliatopod In…

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Plan 9 From Outer Space (again) - classic movie review 54:28

29d ago54:28

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Our first repeated movie from our list, reviewed in our new format. We're not even sorry, we can't get enough of one of the worst films ever made. We draw a long bow with the Top 5 this week. Seinfeld fans will get it and enjoy it. Join our Facebook group to connect with us and join the discussion with other Two Drink movie lovers. Click here. If y…

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Ep 50. "The Hobbit" by J.R.R Tolkien 20:19

1M ago20:19

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com In a hole in the ground, there lived a Hobbit… And with these words, we begin our journey into one of the richest fantasy worlds ever created, and our first glimpse into the world of Hobbits. Painting: I painted a hobbit door opening upon an acorn because I think the movie got thi…

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BONUS EPISODE | 'Harry Potter vs Artificial Intelligence...Part 2' 21:02

1M ago21:02

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Questions If Hogwarts hosted a talent show, what unique talent would each of the main characters showcase? If the Sorting Hat were to sort famous historical figures into Hogwarts houses, where would they go? What are 5 new 'Skiving Snackbox' flavours and effects could the Weasley Twins try next? If the Marauder's Map could reveal one secret about H…

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Ep 49. "The Island of Missing Trees" by Elif Shafak 15:45

1M ago15:45

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com From Cyprus to England, the roots of this story are set in the heats of relationships, whatever form that takes. In this book, we journey across lives and times. From a civil war in Cyprus where two star cross lovers hide what is most natural, to the distant shores of England to l…

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#103 | 'The Woes of Mrs. Weasley' | OotP Overview (9) 44:48

1M ago44:48

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Episode Outline Listener Question– “I would think that house elves should be able to apparate into Hogwarts. Can you get into more why you're assuming they can't? Thank you!” Chapter Summary Key Theme– Family and Fear Character Development– Mrs Weasley, Ron Weasley & Hermione Granger Support Muffliato Podcast Head over to our Buy Me a Coffee page: …

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The Movie Mingle #147 – Top 10 Movies of 2023 – {PODCAST} 2:16:45

1M ago2:16:45

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Movie Mingler proudly presents: ‘The Movie Mingle’ #147 This week: Nick reveals his top 10 movies of 2023. https://moviemingler.files.wordpress.com/2024/03/the-movie-mingle-147-the-top-10-movies-of-2023.mp3 Download Podcast Below is the full top 10 list NICK’S TOP 10 10. Perfect Days – dir. Wim Wenders (0:04:31) 9. The Teachers’ Lounge – dir. Ilker…

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Speed (1994) - Nostalgic Film Review 1:07:47

1M ago1:07:47

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An icon. A classic. Peak nostalgia for Brett. The Bus That Couldn't Slow Down is an iconic example of 90s action thriller and the combination of Keanu and Sandra is one that is hard to top. We also discussed our Top 5 Movies Set On Transport. Join our Facebook group to connect with us and join the discussion with other Two Drink movie lovers. Click…

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Ep 48. "Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone" by J.K. Rowling 14:14

1M ago14:14

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com It is the story that defined so many of our childhoods. The story that swept the world, captured our hearts and imaginations. Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone is the first introduction into the magical world of Hogwarts and all that comes with it. A place of witches and wiz…

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#102 | 'The Hearing' | OotP Overview (8) 27:56

1M ago27:56

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Episode Outline Chapter Summary Key Theme– Justice Character Development– Dumbledore, Cornelius Fudge, Dolores Umbridge World Building– Courtroom #10 Significance– Harry is cleared of all charges. Figgy is Harry’s superstar Support Muffliato Podcast Head over to our Buy Me a Coffee page: www.buymeacoffee.com/muffliatopod Instagram: www.instagram.co…

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Rocky 3 58:17

2M ago58:17

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Victoria and Stuart follow World heavyweight champion Rocky Balboa as he faces struggles both in and out of the ring.

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The Dark Knight (2008) - Epic Film Review 1:09:53

2M ago1:09:53

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Our policy on sequels is that if the randomizer throws us one, we default to the first in the series. However, the Dark Knight is by far the most iconic of Nolan's trilogy of BatFlicks and works so well as a standalone film that we thought why not? It's also the film where Nolan barely hides that he filmed it in Chicago, so we ranked our Top 5 Film…

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Ep 47. "The the Lighthouse" by Virginia Woolf 16:30

2M ago16:30

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com In Virginia Woolf's "To the Lighthouse," Woolf's prose is a symphony of introspective musings, shifting perspectives, and the delicate dance between the seen and the unseen. The lighthouse, a distant beacon, as the characters strive to reach its elusive shores, much like readers r…

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BONUS EPISODE | 'Harry Potter vs Artificial Intelligence...Part 1' 23:58

2M ago23:58

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Questions: If Harry Potter were to marry an older woman from the series who do you think it should be? What famous people in the 'muggle world' would have the best reasoning to be witches and wizards in secret? What order would you put the Harry Potter books in from worst to best? Who would win in a fight, Harry Potter or A.I.? If Harry, Ron and He…

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Rocky (1976) - Classic Film Review 1:12:25

2M ago1:12:25

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Two Brothers review Rocky, the classic sports film that isn't really about sports. The one that launched Sylvester Stallone and gave the world the incredible quote "Aaaddriiiaaann!" In response to the iconic stair scene, we rank our Top 5 Cinematic Stairs as well. If you'd like to show your support to the two brothers, you can do so here. Join our …

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Ep 46. “The Island Gospel According to Samson Grief” by Steven Mayoff 13:11

2M ago13:11

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com Three famous historical and literary figures materialise in front of you and tell you that you have been selected by the ‘Supreme One’ as the man to build the first Synagogue on Prince Edward Island. You think you might have gone crazy. This is the opening to Steven Mayoff’s lates…

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Philosopher's Stone Movie Deep Dive! 2:29:26

2M ago2:29:26

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Bradley and Rachel deep dive into the first film in the Harry Potter series! Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/letsdivedeep Join the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsdivedeep Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsDiveDeep Email Us: letsdivedeeppod@gmail.com Be sure to check out any of our socials so you don't miss any of the other deep…

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#101 | 'The Ministry of Magic' | OotP Overview (7) 45:42

2M ago45:42

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Episode Outline Chapter Summary Key Theme– Anxiety Character Development– Harry Potter, Amelia Susan Bones, Eric Munch, Rufus Scrimgeour World Building– The Ministry of Magic Significance– The Ministry of Magic changed the time of the hearing. Hoping to make it all worse for Harry. Support Muffliato Podcast Head over to our Buy Me a Coffee page: ww…

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Dodgeball (2004) - Movie Review 1:11:25

2M ago1:11:25

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The ultimate obscure sports movie about obscure sports. Dodgeball celebrates its 20th anniversary and while parts of it haven't aged there's still plenty of laughs. Nominated by our friend and listener Joe who recently represented Australia and won the Asian Dodgeball Championships (of Asia?). Join our Facebook group to connect with us and join the…

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Ep 45. "The Man who was Thursday" by G. K. Chesterton 13:35

2M ago13:35

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com "The Man Who Was Thursday" by G.K. Chesterton is a metaphysical thriller that unfolds in a surreal and anarchic world. The protagonist, Gabriel Syme, infiltrates a secret anarchist council only to discover that the members are not what they seem. Each member is named after a day o…

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#100 | 'The Noble and Most Ancient House of Black' | OotP Overview (6) 26:02

2M ago26:02

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Episode Outline Chapter Summary Key Theme– Family Legacy and Prejudice Character Development– Kreacher, Alphard Black, Regulus Black, Phineas Nigellus Black, Araminta Meliflua, Elladora Black (aunt of Sirius) World Building– Doxy, Skiving Snackbox Foreshadowing– Locket Significance– 100TH CHAPTER OF THE SERIES Support Muffliato Podcast Head over to…

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Ch. 17 - "The Man With Two Faces" - Philosopher's Stone 1:27:33

2M ago1:27:33

1:27:33

Bradley and Rachel deep dive into the seventeenth chapter of Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone entitled "The Man With Two Faces" Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/letsdivedeep Join the Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsdivedeep Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsDiveDeep Email Us: letsdivedeeppod@gmail.com Be sure to check out …

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2024, We're Back! 44:20

2M ago44:20

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It's been a while (we had to get over the Christmas movies!) but we're back for 2024. In this ep we discuss what we've watched over the break, as well as our thoughts on the Oscar and Razzie nominations for this year. Join our Facebook group to connect with us and join the discussion with other Two Drink movie lovers. Click here. If you'd like to s…

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Ep 44. "The Three Musketeers" by Alexandre Dumas 13:31

2M ago13:31

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com D'Artagnan, the ambitious country lad, stumbles into the chaotic world of 17th-century France, encountering the dashing trio Athos, Porthos, and Aramis. As they navigate political intrigue and romantic entanglements, their camaraderie becomes as legendary as their exploits. With a…

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#099 | 'The Order of the Phoenix' | OotP Overview (5) 30:29

2M ago30:29

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Episode Outline Chapter Summary Key Theme– Answers Character Development– Millicent Bagnold, Molly Weasley World Building– Green smoke that smells like burning socks Significance– Harry finally gets some answers. Support Muffliato Podcast Head over to our Buy Me a Coffee page: www.buymeacoffee.com/muffliatopod Instagram: www.instagram.com/muffliato…

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The Movie Mingle #145 – Alien 3 (1992) – {PODCAST} 2:52:13

2M ago2:52:13

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Movie Mingler proudly presents: ‘The Movie Mingle’ #145 This week: Nick wakes up in hell, shaves his head, confronts the devil, and records a podcast where he discusses Alien 3 (1992). This is that podcast… Also discussed: Killers of the Flower Moon (2023). The Lost City of Z (2016). Every film in the Saw franchise – Saw (2004) t0 Saw X (2023). And…

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Ep. 43. Howls Moving Castle' by Dianna Wynne Jones 15:48

3M ago15:48

15:48

To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com In "Howl's Moving Castle," Diana Wynne Jones orchestrates a whimsical symphony of enchantment and eccentricity. As Sophie, the cursed young woman, finds herself in a predicament that turns her world topsy-turvy, the novel unfolds with charm and a healthy dose of mystery about how …

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#098 | 'Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place' | OotP Overview (4) 26:45

3M ago26:45

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Episode Outline Chapter Summary Key Theme– Frustration Character Development– Walburga Black (Sirius’ Mother), Percy Weasley, Ginny Weasley, Bill and Fleur World Building– Order of the Phoenix, Headquarters Literary Devices– Chapter name, play on words Foreshadowing– Tension between Harry and the Ministry, Sirius Black's restlessness Support Muffli…

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Armageddon 57:24

3M ago57:24

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Victoria and Stuart follow drilling expert Harry and his expert team of misfits and they try and save the Earth from its impending doom.

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Ep 42. "The Hound of the Baskervilles" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle 15:29

3M ago15:29

15:29

To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com A haunting hound is upon the moors. A family curse dances in the fog and sherlock Holmes is strangely absent from his first case back after being killed off. This is a case like no other, upon the uncertain moors in Dartmoor, where rumours swirl in the fog and an ugly truth that l…

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#097 | 'The Advance Guard' | OotP Overview (3) 23:30

3M ago23:30

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Episode Outline Chapter Summary Key Theme– Initiation Character Development– The Advance Guard (Nymphadora Tonks, Alistair Moody (the real one), Kingsley Shacklebolt, Elphias Doge, Dedalus Diggle, Emmeline Vance, Sturgis Podmore, Hestia Jones, Remus Lupin World Building– Spells (Packing spell, Disillusion Charm, Scurgify, Locomotor Trunk). Identity…

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Episode 36: Interstellar

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Time dilation is a funny thing. For many, we understand there’s been a bit of a gap between episodes. For us, however, it’s been mere minutes since our last appearance – but thanks for sticking around nonetheless, as we’re finally back to discuss Hans Zimmer, Christopher Nolan, time, and Interstellar. Join us as we chat all things organs, pianos, s…

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Ep 41. "Death and the Penguin" by Andrey Kurkov 15:30

3M ago15:30

15:30

To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com A penguin, Ukraine and the Mafia. "Death and the Penguin" is a darkly humorous novel that dances on the edge of absurdity. Set in a post-Soviet Ukraine, it follows the unlikely friendship between Viktor, a struggling writer, and Misha, his pet penguin. As they navigate a world of …

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#096 | 'A Peck of Owls' | OotP Overview (2) 29:24

3M ago29:24

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Episode Outline Chapter Summary Key Theme– Explanation leading to Confusion Character Development– Mundungus Fletcher, Petunia Dursley World Building– Owl Service Literary Devices– Exposition Foreshadowing– Referencing Snape (not by name) as the boy who talked to Lily about Dementors Significance– Recapping the previous happenings/books Support Muf…

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Ep 40. ”Small Things Like These” by Claire Keegan 11:21

3M ago11:21

11:21

To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com In the lead up to Christmas in a small silent town, Bill Furlong, a local coal merchant visits homes with their deliveries like Santa arriving early with gifts to warm the family. But this small town has a darkness to its silences. The church looms over them in unspoken authority …

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#095 | 'Dudley Demented' | OotP Overview (1) 37:46

3M ago37:46

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Episode Outline Chapter Summary Key Theme– Isolation Character Development– Harry’s growing up, Dudley is beating up kids, and Mrs Figg is looking out for Harry World Building– Interaction between Magical World and Muggles Significance– Harry gets attacked by Dementors Extra links https://web.archive.org/web/20060302071725/http://www.jkrowling.com/…

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Ep 39. ”The Hunchback of Notre Dame” by Victor Hugo 19:03

4M ago19:03

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To follow and support us, click here: http://anovelreviewpodcast.com "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" by Victor Hugo is a towering gem that combines romance, tragedy, and a dash of architectural history. With Quasimodo, the bell-ringer, as its centrepiece, the novel takes readers on a sprawling tale through the city of Paris. The novel delves into the…

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TRAILER | 'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix' 1:22

4M ago1:22

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Josh and Blake get back into the chapters for 2024. New year...new book. Join the Muffliato Podcast to continue the adventure as we launch into Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Or Harry Potter and the Witch in Pink.Support Muffliato PodcastHead over to our Buy Me a Coffee page: www.buymeacoffee.com/muffliatopodInstagram: www.instagram.com…

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The Pantomime 43:46

4M ago43:46

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Victoria and Stuart discuss funny stories about the pantomime and why they think everybody should go watch. Merry Christmas all.

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BONUS EPISODE | 'The Prisoner of Azkaban' | FToYJJ 3 25:33

4M ago25:33

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Blake and Josh complete 'The Goblet of Fire' and begin a mini-series recapping the first three Harry Potter books with a macro lens. It’s time to talk to snakes and recap Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban'...or is it Azkapan?Support Muffliato PodcastHead over to our Buy Me a Coffee page: www.buymeacoffee.com/muffliatopodInstagram: www.instag…

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