129: Episode #129: Pensive Possibilities

We discuss what we’re most looking forward to about Half-Blood Prince and what we think may be cut.

Small update on the East Coast Tour.

Vote on Podcast Alley…or else!

Muggle Mail on movie intermissions, cliffhangers and Chapter 10.

Interview with Freddie Highmore.

Chapter-by-Chapter: Chapters 11 and 12.

The hosts draw some excellent comparisons in these chapters to Nazi Germany.

The story begins to take on a very dark tone.

We analyze the argument between Harry and Remus from both perspectives – sorry Harry, seeing this one from just your point of view doesn’t cut it.

One listener writes a very good defense of Lupin.

Kreacher and the saucepan: finally some comedy!

Jo shows just how good she is in her revelation that Umbridge has the locket.

What is up with this plan to infiltrate the Ministry? Micah doesn’t buy it.

Snape named Headmaster of Hogwarts – was he there to actually protect the students?

Why does Hermione keep nagging Harry to close his mind? It actually helps him!

Chicken Soup.