MuggleCast: the Harry Potter podcast

#396: Aurelius Dumbledore Theories

- 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?

#394: 'Crimes of Grindelwald' SPOILER Review!

- [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?

#392: #ProtectTheSecrets

- 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?

Episode #391: Sluggybear

* 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?

#389: Quirky Walrus

* 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

#387: Evil Pickett

* 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?

#385: Half-Blood Prince Movie Commentary

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!

#383: She Existed

* 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?

#381: Chair Today, Gone Tomorrow

* 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?

Episode #379: Baby Micah

* … 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!

Episode #377: Sockers (Crimes of Grindelwald trailer discussion!)

* 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?

Episode #375: 13 Years Later

* 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"?

Episode #373: Burned By Goblet

* 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

Episode #371: Nancy Figg?

* 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?

Episode #369: The Battle of Hogwarts

- 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.

Episode #367: Sorry, Dobby

* 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?

Episode #365: Predicting The Cursed Child

* 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!

Episode #363: Muggle Mail Bag

* 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?

Episode #361: Uncle Yusuf

* 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?

Episode #359: Fantastic Beasts: Crimes of Grindelwald trailer analysis

* 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

Episode #357: Potions

* 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!

Episode #355: Fudged

* 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!

Episode #353: Globus Mundi

* 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

Episode #351: Wear and Tear

- 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?

Episode #349: Back to Hogwarts

- 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