MuggleCast: The Harry Potter Re-Read Podcast

It's the holiday season, so we're discussing some great fan-made Harry Potter item with MuggleCast listener and Etsy creator Hannah, owner of Flighty Temptress Adventures! Hannah shares her story of becoming a fan creator, product creation, her favorite item and the community overall The hosts share some of the main reasons they support fan creators How long will the market for fan-made Harry Potter items last? Jewelry? Artwork? What fan-made products have the hosts purchased over the years? Host recommendations: CrestCrossed (shirts, patches and more that merge the Hogwarts Houses), Cards Against Muggles, HeadBandz,  SouthCoasters (Harry Potter themed drink coasters), HollowBooks, AniaArtNL's House Banners, Diagon Alley watercolor print, Harry Potter AirPod cases, Book Page earrings and Art By Fox Listener recommendations: Rogue Rose Gifts (knitted items including your very own Weasley sweater), Story Hero (protective book sleeves), Painted Book Edges, Almandol's Custom Mugs, Diagon Alley & Hogwarts Staircase Bookshelf Inserts, Snail Customs (custom Funkos), BriarWick Candles, Ultra Plush and Snuggly Harry Potter Lovey Security Blanket Given the unprecedented food lines in the United States, this year, MuggleCast will be making a donation to No Kid Hungry. To find out more, visit nokidhungry.org. Muggle Mail covers Hagrid and Harry's defining chapters Quizzitch: What’s the first thing that Harry Potter buys in Diagon Alley? Chicken Soup for the MuggleCast Soul This week's episode is sponsored by ThirdLove (visit ThirdLove.com/mugglecast for 10% off your first purchase), BeachBody (text ‘mugglecast’ to 30-30-30 to receive a free trial!) and Usual Wines (Enter code "MuggleCast" for $8 off your first order and your first glass on us!) Support us on Patreon and receive magical benefits, like Bonus MuggleCast! In Bonus MuggleCast, we'll be fantasy gifting each other some of the fan-made items we mentioned in the show and coming up with our own Harry Potter Etsy creations! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks to all who came out to Quizzitch Live: Weasley Thanksgiving edition! If you missed it, watch it now! Main Discussion: What chapters from the Harry Potter books best define the "Big Seven" characters? Is Harry's heroism better represented anywhere than in "The Forest Again"? Does Draco's inaction speak as much to his character as his inaction? Can a character's defining chapter be the chapter in which they are introduced? The hosts propose runner-up chapters that show different sides of a character Ginny and Neville both assert themselves in the chapters we chose. Is Luna Lovegood's defining chapter one in which she does not physically appear?! Listeners weigh in with defining chapters for additional characters! Quizzitch: Who did Snape tell off for using the word “Mudblood,” during the Prince's Tale? And who was it said about? This week's episode is sponsored by Usual Wines (Enter code "MuggleCast" for $8 off your first order and your first glass on us!), Literati (get 25% off your first two orders!) and BetterHelp (Receive 10% off your first month). In Bonus MuggleCast, available exclusively on Patreon, we'll be discussing Dumbledore and Snape's defining chapters, or CHAPTER?! Support us on Patreon and receive magical benefits, like Bonus MuggleCast! And, participate in our magical Holiday gift exchange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanksgiving is all about family! Join us for a Weasley Family-themed Quizzitch Live on Sunday, November 22nd! The hosts share their reactions to the news that Mads Mikkelson will replace Johnny Depp as Grindelwald in the Fantastic Beasts series MuggleCasTBT: In May 2016, which characters did we predict we’d see in the Fantastic Beasts series? The answers may surprise you! Main Discussion: Which character would we want to be in the Harry Potter series, and why? Charlie Weasley? Nearly-Headless Nick? For real?!?! Listeners weigh in with their picks including Oliver Wood, Crookshanks, Luna Lovegood, Celestina Warbeck and more! We dig deep into the Muggle Mail  bag to answer some lingering questions The "real" Harry Potter fan debate continues Why is Slytherin House still allowed to exist? Could Sirius going to Azkaban have been part of Dumbledore's larger plan? Why is Harry so good at resisting the Imperius Curse? Could it be the Horcrux? Will it really be that hard for fans to adjust to a new Grindelwald? Should fans stop complaining about plot holes and let J.K. Rowling finish the Fantastic Beasts series first? One listener thinks so! Quizzitch: Rhys Ifans, who plays Xenophilius Lovegood in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, shares a birthday with this Canadian quiz show host. (You must answer in the form of a question) This week's episode is sponsored by Quip (visit GetQuip.com/Muggle and get your first refill free), BetterHelp (visit BetterHelp.com/mugglecast for 10% off), and BeachBody (text ‘mugglecast’ to 30-30-30 to receive a free trial!). Support us on Patreon and receive magical benefits, like Bonus MuggleCast! And, participate in our magical Holiday gift exchange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanksgiving is all about family; join us for a Weasley Family-themed Quizzitch Live on Sunday, November 22nd! Breaking News: Johnny Depp is OUT as Grindelwald! Warner Bros reportedly asked Johnny to leave the role. Andrew breaks down what happened and details a chain of events. Why is this happening now, and why didn't it happen sooner? WB gave him the professional courtesy of stepping down with dignity, but was Johnny Depp actually fired? Is Fantastic Beasts a doomed series? Is it a sinking ship of controversy? Is it cursed? Hosts read listener-submitted casting suggestions for a new Grindelwald, and we present our own suggestions! Would Colin Farrell come back as Graves/Grindelwald, and would that make sense? Will Grindelwald's appearance be worked into the plot of future films? And will this still be 5-part series? Guess That Book returns! Can the hosts correctly guess what Harry Potter book that four out-of-context audio clips are from? Quizzitch: Actor Jamie Campbell Bower starred alongside Johnny Depp in what film before FB2? Chicken Soup For The MuggleCast Soul This week's episode is sponsored by BetterHelp (visit BetterHelp.com/mugglecast for 10% off), UsualWines (Use our discount code 'mugglecast' for $8 off and your first wine on us!), and ThirdLove (Visit ThirdLove.com/mugglecast for 10% off your first purchase). Support us on Patreon and receive magical benefits, like Bonus MuggleCast! And, participate in our magical Holiday gift exchange. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In  celebration of Halloween, we hosted a brand-new, spoooooky edition of Quizzitch Live! Join us later this November for another round of trivia! News: MinaLima confirms they are working on a Chamber of Secrets Illustrated Edition while Laura introduces us to the latest trend on TikTok... POTTAH! Muggle Mail covers Halloween Happenings at Hogwarts, additional Potter plot holes and more scary moments from Chamber of Secrets and Deathly Hallows! With Election Day upon us, this week's main discussion focuses on Politics of the Wizarding World! Neville Chamberlain & The Mitford Sisters: which historic figures do we think may have inspired certain characters in the Harry Potter series? We discuss Nazi Germany's connection to the plots of both Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts Government corruption: Cornelius Fudge, Lucius Malfoy and Dolores Umbridge Why Hagrid's arrest, Dumbledore's banishment and Buckbeak's execution defined Ministry interference and governmental abuse of power How The Daily Prophet acts as state-influenced media What problems do we think the wizarding government needs to address? Why does The International Statute of Secrecy still exist? Can we please banish Time Turners, Love Potions and Veritaserum already? Could the political aspects of Harry Potter be one of the reasons we love the series so much? The results are in from our "You Decide 2020 Minster of Magic" campaign! Find out who won: Hermione Granger, Aberforth Dumbledore, Kingsley Shacklebolt or Dolores Umbridge? Quizzitch: Which Minister founded the Department of Magical Law Enforcement? Chicken Soup For The MuggleCast Soul This week's episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh (visit HelloFresh.com/muggle90 and use code muggle90 at checkout for $90 off your order!) and MeUndies (visit MeUndies.com/mugglecast to see their new line of Harry Potter undies!) Support us on Patreon and receive magical benefits, like Bonus MuggleCast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a festive Halloween-themed discussion, fans dive into the new illustrated edition of 'Sorcerer's Stone,' comparing its artwork to previous releases. Controversial opinions spark fiery debates: Is Hermione a terrible person? Are movie-only fans less genuine? The varying portrayals of characters like Snape and Hermione are examined, revealing deeper narratives in the books. The dynamics of relationships, particularly Hermione’s with Ron and Krum, are critiqued, along with unexpected moments from the films, making for a lively exploration of the wizarding world.

In a chilling Halloween tribute, the hosts dive into the scariest moments of the Harry Potter series. From Fluffy's growls to Tom Riddle's haunting influence, they reflect on spine-tingling scenes across the books. The discussion ranges from the terrifying Dementors to the unsettling presence of Dolores Umbridge. They explore horror themes intertwined with real-world issues like trauma and betrayal, while also detailing monstrous creatures like Acromantulas. A perfect blend of fright and nostalgia awaits!

PSA for the USA: Many voter registration deadlines are approaching in the United States. Please make sure you are registered to vote in your state right now by visiting IWillVote.com. You can also find out great ballot information at BallotReady.org and sign up to be a poll worker at PowerThePolls.org.  Quidditch Through the Ages gets a fully-illustrated edition by Emily Gravett. We dig into the book and share what we love about it! The new edition has an illustration on every page, and nearly 3 times the page count of the original book, plus -- Andrew's confirmed -- unique paper stock. Are there bits in this new book that weren't in the original? The hosts discuss Emily's impressive world building, and how it feels like a history book. What are our favorite new illustrations, and where does this version rank among other illustrated books? Debate Segment: Is Quidditch a dumb or amazing sport? Be sure to vote in our polls on social media later this week, to help us determine who won the dbeate! MuggleMail addresses more plot holes. How does Lily's love protection work? Why did the portkey take Harry back to the maze? We finally get some satisfying answers. The hosts play a game: Avada Kedavra, Imperio, Love Potion with characters from Fantastic Beasts! Quizzitch: Who was the seeker for the Irish National Quidditch team in 1994? This week's episode is sponsored by ThirdLove (get 10% off your perfect fitting bra by visiting ThirdLove.com/mugglecast) and Peacock TV (watch the Harry Potter movies for free, all October long!) Support us on Patreon and receive magical benefits! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the intriguing world of Harry Potter as the discussion uncovers major plot holes, like why James didn’t become his own Secret Keeper and the mystery of the Marauder’s Map. Explore how Time Turners could have changed everything and the complexities of Voldemort's character, particularly his inability to love. Delve into the mechanics of the Triwizard Cup and why the Ministry of Magic failed to prove Sirius Black’s innocence. Plus, enjoy light-hearted trivia and reflections on the implications of magical ethics!

Welcome Slug Club member Shyam! He, too, has gotten a letter from the author! MuggleMail includes MORE casting of gingers, Sorting Hats, Slytherins and Aussies. Could the eventual Potter TV show be on network television, rather than a streaming app? Our main discussion this week is about orphans in literature! Why are there so many, and how are they alike? Are there benefits for authors wanting to start a hero off with a blank slate that makes orphaning them appealing? How does Harry's orphan status affect him? What would change if Lily and James survived? What about Voldemort? He, too, is an orphan, but he and Harry are so different, or are they? We examine some other notable orphans: Batman, Superman, Anna and Elsa from Frozen, James Bond and even Jane Eyre! For Quizzitch: Who invented the spell Muffliato?? You can join our community at Patreon.com/MuggleCast and receive magical benefits, including Bonus MuggleCast! This week's episode is brought to you by BeachBody. Text 'mugglecast' to 30-30-30 to receive a free trial! Bonus MuggleCast this week is us reading the new trailer for our show! Live to tape, including bad impersonations and the public debut of Southern!Hagrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices