Best MuggleCast Podcasts (2024)

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Where's the Skrewt Flute? (GOF Chapter 31, The Third Task) 1:09:28

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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

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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

1d 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. Signature aw…

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'Heartstopper': What's the Hype About This LGBTQ+ Netflix Dramedy? 54:04

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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

3d 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

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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

8d 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. Signature award-winning comfort, evolved. Built with premi…

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'Bridgerton': Breaking Down Season 3 1:20:55

7d ago1:20:55

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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

14d 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

15d 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. Signature award-winning comfort, evolved. Built with premium material…

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

14d 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

17d 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

18d 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

18d 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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Fitting Pop Culture Into Your Busy Life 45:18

18d ago45:18

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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?!' --- With so much going on in our day to day lives, how do we manage to stay on top of the fandoms, shows, movies, and books we love? Andrew, Laura, and Eric take out some time to discuss strate…

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'The Boys': What's the Hype? 51:36

18d ago51:36

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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?!' --- Amazon's comic-to-TV adaptation 'The Boys' is anything but your typical Marvel or DC tale -- It's gritty, gross, funny, heartwarming, AND outrageous! In this episode of What the Hype?!, Lau…

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HBP, 15 Revisit: Slughorn Is A Pinterest Mom 1:49:18

22d ago1:49:18

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On Episode 403 we discuss... → When they go low, Hermione goes lower → Victor and Lavender should be together → The women are either mothers or a mess → Dark, Fred fanfiction → The twins might be psychopaths → Put the radishes down, Luna → Check out the "Noble House of Black" Series Alohomora! 's Final 100 is sponsored in part by Secretlab. Signatu…

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Sirius and the Cave Rave (GOF Chapter 27: Padfoot Returns) 1:30:17

24d ago1:30:17

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This week, TAKE NOTE! No, we mean it, TAKE NOTES! Because everything you need to know about the plot of Goblet of Fire is revealed as Padfoot Returns! Eric has an announcement to kick off this Pride Month! Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Goblet of Fire, Chapter 27: Padfoot Returns 7-Word Summary: Crouch is not innocent of any crimes Main Discussi…

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GOF, 3 Revisit: This Is Messy 1:14:34

1M ago1:14:34

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On Episode 402 we discuss... → Eating food out of the floorboard is disgusting → The time Harry got food poisoning → Petunia is an overindulgently bad parent → Sassy Harry playing Vernon like a fiddle → Wizard superiority complex → Check out Critical Magical Theory Alohomora! 's Final 100 is sponsored in part by Secretlab. Signature award-winning c…

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WB and JK Rowling's Dramatic Relationship Revealed by the Wall Street Journal 48:19

1M ago48:19

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We are off this week due to the Memorial Day holiday in the United States, but we are releasing a recent Bonus MuggleCast installment to give you a taste of the great benefits available at Patreon.com/mugglecast! Please join us there to receive two Bonus MC episodes every month and so much more! We couldn't do this show without support from Muggles…

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Book 6, Chapter 9: The Half-Blood Prince

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Book 6, Chapter 9: The Half-Blood PrinceBy Dan Ryno

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OOTP 2, Revisit: Turbo Owls 2:18:04

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On Episode 401 we discuss... → The unmasking of Mrs. Figg → Cats and Squibs → Dudley's experience → What Petunia let slip → The final word → Why did Dumbledore choose “Remember my last” as the phrase to say to Petunia? Alohomora! 's Final 100 is sponsored in part by Secretlab. Signature award-winning comfort, evolved. Built with premium materials. …

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'You Available To Be Stolen This Friday?' (GOF Chapter 26, The Second Task) 1:30:38

1M ago1:30:38

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Grab your House-themed pennants and something to do for an hour, because today we’re heading down to the Black Lake and celebrating a Triwizard Task that nobody above ground can see or appreciate! Join Eric, Laura, Micah and special guest Chloé as they discuss Chapter 26 of Goblet of Fire, “The Second Task.” Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Goblet…

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POA Movie Watch: Prisoner of Azkaban Movie Commentary 2:32:16

2M ago2:32:16

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On Episode 400 we discuss... → Everyone's hair → Overacting → How incredible the soundtrack is → One hundred and thirty-nine minutes of hot takes → That the Marauders might not be missing from the film at all → Behind the Wand: Stories from the Harry Potter Films → head over to Jordanrannells.com and use code HP25 to get 25% off Become a supporter …

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Imagine Dumbledore's Bathroom (GOF Chapter 25, The Egg and The Eye) 1:23:44

2M ago1:23:44

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Crank up the hot water and pour the bubbles, because this week we’re soaking in the Prefects bathroom with, eh, Moaning Myrtle! Then grab your Invisibility Cloak and head downstairs because Moody and Snape are must-see TV! Welcome Slug Club member, Geoff! Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Goblet of Fire, Chapter 25: The Egg & The Eye 7-Word Summary…

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Book 6, Chapter 8: Snape Victorious

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Book 6, Chapter 8: Snape VictoriousBy Dan Ryno

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Does Goblet of Fire feel like a rushed book? And more MuggleMail 1:24:30

2M ago1:24:30

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This week, we revisit the ever-exciting MuggleMail bag and listen to your voicemails on all things Goblet of Fire. The debate about Cedric's clue to Harry rages on, and listeners have opinions on everything from House-Elf rights to defending Ron Weasley's youth. Voicemails cover House-Elf evolution, Cedric's clue, judges at professional sporting ev…

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DH, 31 Revisit: Stupid but Not Stupid Stupid 2:26:46

2M ago2:26:46

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On Episode 399 we discuss... → Spoiler alert, Fred dies → Everyone wonders why these kids are so brave → Puffs is still a great play → Lackluster Horcrux → From Bianca: "The common sense that God gave a goose" → What could have been: Charlie's triumphant return with Norberta Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/aloho…

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Rita and Micah's Hagrid Hot Take (GOF Chapter 24, Rita Skeeter's Scoop) 1:25:01

2M ago1:25:01

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This week, open up your copy of The Daily Prophet and settle in for some hot goss as the hosts break down Rita Skeeter's Scoop on Rebeus Hagrid and his qualifications as a Hogwarts professor! Plus, between Ludo and some goblins and Rita and Hermione, were we moments away from a good ole fashioned pub brawl at The Three Broomsticks? Join us and find…

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Hogwarts is an Insecurity Nightmare (GOF Chapter 23, The Yule Ball) 1:17:55

2M ago1:17:55

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Can YOU dance like a Hippogriff? Nananananananana! It's Yule Ball season and this week, we’re fraternizing with the enemy, proving our emotional span is greater than a teaspoon and dodging Moody's creepy eye, all while trying our best to keep our dates happy and turn it up on the dance floor! Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Goblet of Fire, Chapte…

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Book 6, Chapter 7: The Slug Club

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Book 6, Chapter 7: The Slug ClubBy Dan Ryno

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COS, 3 Revisit: Watered Down Soda 2:32:00

2M ago2:32:00

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On Episode 398 we discuss... → How the Weasleys don't care about Harry yet → Turquoise is an odd choice for a car → Lockhart is a "watered down soda" → We need to see the tax slips → So many holes in the plan → Ginny in the wild → Same day, different story Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/alohomora-the-original-h…

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Witchcraft and Rizzardry (GOF Chapter 22, The Unexpected Task) 1:21:59

2M ago1:21:59

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On this week's episode, we interrupt your regularly scheduled schoolwork to announce (quite last minute) that there will be a Yule Ball this year! Grab your dress robes and find a dance partner before all the "good ones" are taken! This week's episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/mugglecast! Check out t…

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Dobby Lobby (GOF Chapter 21, The House-Elf Liberation Front) 1:26:36

3M ago1:26:36

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On this week's episode, the band is back together! So grab your golden eggs and bring ‘em to the Gryffindor Common Room, because it’s a PAR-TAY and even the House-Elves are invited! Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Goblet of Fire, Chapter 21: The House-Elf Liberation Front 7-Word Summary: Shrieks and panic erupt from Gryffindor base Main Discussio…

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PS/SS, 14 Revisit: Ring of Grime 1:57:25

3M ago1:57:25

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On Episode 397 we discuss... → Hagrid's arrested development → Dragon eggs → The actor who plays the girl in Damsel → Held back students → What is stoat? → Ron impresses us, again → Subway Cloak → Dragons, Lions, and Bears Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/alohomora-the-original-harry-potter-book-club--5016402/sup…

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Accio, Golden Egg (GOF Chapter 20, The First Task) 1:35:42

3M ago1:35:42

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This week Chapter by Chapter returns as Harry faces off against the CLEARLY most-dangerous dragon. Join Andrew, Eric, Laura and Micah and special Slug Club guest Catherine as they tackle Chapter 20 of Goblet of Fire, “The First Task.” Welcome to the show, Slug Club guest Catherine, who is a college professor of psychology! In the news: Helena Bonha…

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Book 6, Chapter 6: Draco's Detour

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Book 6, Chapter 6: Draco's DetourBy Dan Ryno

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Girls Takeover, Part 2: How Motherhood Is A Core Theme in Harry Potter 1:51:52

3M ago1:51:52

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The ladies of MuggleCast are back for Part 2 of our Girls Takeover Series! This week we’re diving deeper into the roles of women as mothers, teachers, care givers, and warriors. We’re joined by our social media manager Chloé, transcriber manager Meg, and sister-podcast host Pam. This week, we dive deeper into the roles of women as mothers we didn’t…

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GOF, 5 Revisit: Short & Snappy 2:12:05

3M ago2:12:05

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On Episode 396 we discuss... → Molly and vehicular manslaughter → Grunge era, 90s' cool, Bill → Hermione, torn between amusement and anxiety → No one cares about Bertha → The complicated relationship between Molly, George, and Fred → A plea for Percy → Ginny is just awesome Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/alohom…

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