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Episode 248: January 22nd, 2012

• Awards season is in full swing
• Micah makes a bold prediction for Alan Rickman
• Should JKR win the Nobel Prize in Literature?
• Favorites: Future Potter story
• Make the Music Connection
• We empty our mailbag from 2011
• What's up with the snow in Hogsmeade?
• What happened to Harry's grandparents?
• A few corrections from our DH PT 2 commentary
• Who is headmaster at Hogwarts 19 years later?
• Where's Fluffy?
• Chicken Soup for the MuggleCast Soul

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Episode 247: December 24th, 2011

• The end of the year can only mean one thing: MuggleCast's Year in Review show!
• We discuss the final news stories of 2011, and recap the seven BIGGEST stories of the year.
• We host the 4th Annual MuggleCasties Awards.
• MuggleCast listeners vote in numerous categories pertaining to Potter topics over the past year.
• WHO could win the 4th annual J.K. Rowling award? Could it be Ben Schoen?
• We look at what's to come in 2012 for Potter fans.

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Episode 246: December 9th, 2011

• Universal's two American theme parks have made a major announcement!
• We're here to discuss Wizarding World Hollywood and the Wizarding World Orlando expansion.
• Was Hollywood the best park to put a second Wizarding World in?
• What can we expect to be similar? Different?
• Who would go to a Hollywood park over the existing one at Orlando?
• Andrew talks about his time at the Hollywood announcement.
• What can we expect from the Wizarding World Orlando expansion/
• Listeners chime in with their feedback on the matter.

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Episode 245: November 27th, 2011

• We (jokingly) hit a milestone!
• Micah reviews LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5 - 7.
• Main Discussion: The future of the Harry Potter stars.
• We run down the "Big 7" and see what they have coming up in the next couple of years.
• Who has the most promising future of them all? Can they shed their Potter skin?
• Listeners chime in with their thoughts on the casts' future.
• E-mails respond to our Deathly Hallows - Part 2 DVD commentary and even point a couple things we missed.
• A transcription update as well as a preview of what's to come from MuggleCast in December.version.
• Visit Audible for a free copy of Hugo Cabret - now in theaters!

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Episode 244: November 20th, 2011

• For the first time ever, MuggleCast has a DVD commentary! Watch Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 on DVD with us. We'll comment on each and every scene - it's as if we're in your living room watching alongside you! Please note: This audio file is designed to ONLY work with United States versions of the DVD (not Blu-ray). We currently cannot offer an international version. Though international listeners are certainly welcome to try listening along, your DVD and our commentary will likely fall out of sync.

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Episode 243: November 17th, 2011

• It's a special, smaller episode of MuggleCast where we showcase recent interviews we've conducted at Potter events! MuggleNet's Keith Hawk interviews Quidditch players at the Cup in New York City, while Eric Scull is in Orlando speaking to the LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5 - 7 team. Enjoy!

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Episode 242: November 13th, 2011

• Warner Brothers is making a huge push to get Deathly Hallows some Oscar wins. But will their tricks work?
• 'The Definitive Collection' has been announced - what could make it so definitive?
• Andrew reveals a plan to prevent Potter films from leaving America.
• Universal's 'Head Honcho' reveals plans for future Potter parks. Where could they be built?
• We review the just-released Deathly Hallows - Part 2 DVD/Blu-ray!
• We run through some of the most interesting pieces of information we learn from J.K. Rowling and Dan Radcliffe.
• SHOULD Ron have died, like JK Rowling was considering?
• Maximum Movie Mode is reviewed.
• Were the deleted scenes best left deleted? Which was the best?
• Favorite: Best scene watching the film in the comfort of our own home.

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Episode 241: October 16th, 2011

• Potter films not going into a Warner Bros. vault after all? WB allegedly says more box sets available for 2012
• Micah asks if U.K. viewers have been able to see the Ultimate Editions, which won't be available until 2012.
• There has been a LOT of press lately for "Warner Bros. Studio Tour, London: The Making of Harry Potter." Is it too much?
• Universal re-names their November celebration to imply that it is less fun; Simultaneously, more actors have been added daily, like Rupert!
• This week's Chapter by Chapter encompasses The Woes of Mrs. Weasley and Luna Lovegood, from the aftermath of Harry's hearing to riding the carriages back to school.
• What was Lucius Malfoy doing down in the dungeons, and is Fudge under someone else's spell?
• Ron and Hermione are made Prefects. Does Ron deserve the distinction? Why not Harry?
• Mrs. Weasley lets Sirius out of the dog's house, but it's not for his own good.
• Is Harry going Loony, or is he just growing up naturally?
• MuggleMail covers predictions, public defenders, DVDs and more black berries!
• Chicken Soup, and a new web site for another series.

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Episode 240: October 2nd, 2011

• The 'Deathly Hallows - Part 2' DVD/Blu-ray features are announced, and we dissect!
• What are we most looking forward to, and why is the UK the last country to get it?
• Pottermore announces changes to its beta process and delays the launch of the eBooks.
• With the eBooks now missing the Holiday season, how does Sony feel?
• Does this mean the Chamber of Secrets book will be delayed as well?
• Chapter by Chapter returns with more Order of the Phoenix analysis!
• Why did Arthur Weasley take Harry into the Ministry of Magic via the phone booth when he could do side-along apparition?
• Why do Death Eaters not have someone representing them during the hearing?
• Dumbledore makes a surprise appearance but does not talk with Harry.
• Percy is separated from the rest of the Weasley family.
• MuggleMail addresses another early-MuggleCast Deathly Hallows prediction and a question about a potential Deathly Hallows Part 1 AND 2 DVD.
• We preview what's to come on the next few episodes of MuggleCast!

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Episode 239: September 19th, 2011

• It's back to school time again with MuggleCast!
• Andrew, Micah and Matt all reveal their new jobs. MuggleCast will be making some behind-the-scenes changes and Eric may be taking a seat on Dateline.
• Deleted Scenes from Deathly Hallows titles released. Do we think that they will be special and/or exciting?
• Ultimate Edition DVDs. Press conference footage from when the children were young is touching! What will the documentary on HP8's Ultimate dvd be? We speculate.
• J.K. Rowling a possible victim of phone hacking scandal
• All of the hosts have been sorted on Pottermore, and each Hogwarts House is represented on today's show!
• What do we think about Pottermore? What are some of the disadvantages of gaining BETA access?
• Just how accurate IS the sorting on Pottermore, is it rigged, and were we misled?
• Is there good replay value or will there be, once Pottermore is open to all?
• We come with feature ideas for the site. Hint: Neopets and Farmville.
• Favorites: Creature
• Listener e-mails include a potential for Oscar Success DHP2, a favorite chapter, Andrew's remarkable prediction from Episode 71, and a new "Awesome" place to listen from.
• Next episode of MuggleCast will air October 16th!

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Episode 238: August 27th, 2011

• Deathly Hallows - Part 2 has done extremely well at the box office. Is it a surprise?
• Andrew is the only one in Pottermore so far. Eric and Micah ask spoiler-free questions about the site.
• We run through what's great and what's not so great about Pottermore.
• The Harry Potter Studio Tour has released concept art of the building as well as ticket prices. Is it worth it?
• Fans of Dan Radcliffe get a trailer for his upcoming film The Woman in Black.
• E-mails address last episode's hot topics, thoughts on Pottermore, and more.
• Micah interviews Will Dunn (James Sirius Potter) and Arthur Bowen (Albus Severus Potter) for MuggleCast.
• Fun segments: What If…, Favorites, and The Dueling Club!
• Twitter users tell us their thoughts on Pottermore.

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Episode 237: August 7th, 2011

• Deathly Hallows - Part 2 continues its box office surge.
• Warner Brothers is pushing Deathly Hallows - Part 2 for the Oscars. Do they have a shot?
• Pottermore updates! We run through the latest developments.
• One listener didn't like our Pottermore complaints. We respond.
• Matt shares his thoughts on the film.
• Lots of listeners have e-mailed in with their thoughts on Deathly Hallows - Part 2 so we react to their comments.
• We also read tweets from listeners who tell us their favorite scene.
• Was there anything that was in the book we wish was in the film?

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Episode 236: August 2nd, 2011

• Deathly Hallows - Part 2 has surpassed the $1 billion mark. How high will it go?
• Pottermore registration opens and we explain the positives and negatives.
• Andrew's painful initial sign up.
• What our are usernames? Listeners share theirs as well via the MuggleCast Twitter account.
• We talk more about Deathly Hallows - Part 2 and analyze particular scenes.
• Ben and Richard hate 3D and sweating a lot.
• Why are we paying for 3D if we hardly see it at times in Part 2?
• Were average movie-goers, who aren't big fans, able to comprehend exactly what was going on?
• Have we gotten so used to seeing Dan as Harry that we judge him based on Dan's Harry or book Harry?
• Molly Weasley's non-canon face.
• Are Eric and Alan Rickman enrolled in de-aging programs?
• An announcement concerning the frequency of new MuggleCast episodes.

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Episode 235: July 29th, 2011

• We have two exclusive interviews with Deathly Hallows - Part 2 director David Yates and actor Oliver Phelps!
• But first, a Deathly Hallows - Part 2 box office update.
• How high will the film go?
• Micah talks with David Yates about changes he made to JK Rowling's story, the emotional moment at the World Premiere, and much more.
• Universal announces a new Harry Potter park event - is it worth it?
• Micah talks to Oliver Phelps about his work throughout the franchise and the challenges of Deathly Hallows - Part 2.
• A reminder about a project that Eric is involved with for the Harry Potter Alliance.
• We'll be back with another episode in a few days to discuss the film as well as the Pottermore beta!

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Episode 234: July 18th, 2011

• We're live in Orlando at LeakyCon 2011!
• Before discussing Deathly Hallows - Part 2 we run through some of the Pottermore news announce at LeakyCon.
• Fans chime in with their thoughts on the website.
• Everything Deathly Hallows - Part 2 is discussed! Favorite scenes, characters, disappointments, and much more.
• Will Alan Rickman get an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor?
• Those in the audience ask the panel questions and share their thoughts.
• We're joined by special guest Evanna Lynch, who plays Luna Lovegood in the films! She shares her thoughts on the movie and participates in a live Dueling Club segment.

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Episode 233: July 2nd, 2011

• It's our final show before the release of Deathly Hallows - Part 2!
• There's a ton of news so we only run through some of the bigger things going on surrounding the film's release.
• We update everyone on the latest Pottermore developments.
• Will everyone be able to get a Pottermore beta invite? What new information can we expect to receive?
• Back to the film! Will it be the top grossing Potter film ever?
• What are our general expectations for it?
• We take your thoughts/feelings as we approach the end.
• Don't forget: our big Deathly Hallows - Part 2 review will be recorded live at LeakyCon. The episode will be online after we record!

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Episode 232: June 23rd, 2011

• Join Andrew, Eric, Micah and Ben as we watch J.K. Rowling's Pottermore announcement the moment it is released to the world! We provide our initial thoughts and bring you details live as they come in. Thanks to everyone who joined us for the live stream at 7 AM ET!

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Episode 231: June 18th, 2011

• Pottermore: What the heck is it?
• Did the hack ruin the announcement?
• Will it extend the life of the fandom?
• Will it be something all fans can enjoy?
• The owls are gathering... who is cleaning up the waste?
• We break down the final Potter trailer ever
• Micah and Eric point out two deceptive scene cuts
• Should they have shown Harry confronting Snape?
• What about the Resurrection Stone scene?
• Who is casting that big blue spell? Hint: he may like goats.
• News covers: Deathly Hallows - Part 2 rating, run-time, score and more
• We take your tweets on both the trailer and Pottermore

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Episode 230: June 4th, 2011

• News covers the latest on Deathly Hallows - Part 2
• Exclusive clip to air at MTV Movie Awards - what could it be?
• What was Alan Rickman really referring to in his letter to JKR?
• LeakyCon is sold out and announces several keynotes you don't want to miss!
• Chapter-by-Chapter: Order of the Phoenix, Chapters 5 & 6
• Is Sirius acting immature? Treating Harry too much like James?
• We see the first of several death omens for Sirius
• Who really has Harry's best interests at heart?
• What did we all think the weapon was that Voldemort was after?
• Did Mrs. Weasley really think putting the kids to work would really prevent them from talking?
• We discuss how Kreacher was supposed to be cut from the films
• The Black Family Tapestry: Andrew gives his take on it from when he was on set
• Does only marrying pure-bloods limit true love?
• Favorite: Harry Potter Name
• MuggleMail covers Harry's Patronus, Vernon, Harry's safety at Privet Drive and more
• Plus, is it becoming common to split books into multiple films?

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Episode 229: May 27th, 2011

• New Deathly Hallows - Part 2 posters - cool or disappointing?
• Location set for DH PT 2 U.S. premiere - we provide some tips to premiere-goers
• LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 is coming this winter
• Andrew talks about his experiences in the Wizarding World
• Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Order of the Phoenix Chapters 3-4
• Does Dumbledore make a bad situation worse by not talking to Harry?
• Is it abusive Vernon tells Harry not to take food from the fridge?
• We take a look at the Advance Guard character by character...
• ...and analyze Harry's reaction to Dumbledore keeping everyone in the loop but him
• Is the Daily Prophet guilty of slander?
• Make the Music Connection: Lady Gaga edition
• MuggleMail and Chicken Soup from tornado-devastated Alabama

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Episode 228: May 12th, 2011

• Andrew previews his time on the 'Deathly Hallows' set.
• Emma Watson denies rumors of being bullied at Brown.
• WB is selling a very expensive invisibility cloak that doesn't promise invisibility.
• Check out www.Hypable.com - a brand new entertainment site by Andrew and friends!
• Chapter by Chapter enters Order of the Phoenix with Chapters 1 and 2!
• We run down some facts about the book's release.
• Why would Harry only look at the first page of the Daily Prophet to find news? It's an oversight he'll regret later.
• The infamous Mark Evans makes an appearance.
• Harry's anger is mounting quickly.
• Dumbledore's 'Remember my last' note arrive and we discuss what it really meant.
• Petunia's sudden change of heart and her care for Harry are made clear in this chapter.
• Favorites: Harry Potter Quote.
• MuggleMail addresses last week's hot topics and birthdays.

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Episode 227: April 28th, 2011

• The 'Deathly Hallows - Part 2' trailer is here, and we're ready to talk about it! We go scene-by-scene through the entire trailer for an hour of in-depth analysis. Plus, your thoughts from Twitter are read!
• Andrew discusses his new site, Hypable.com. Check out this one-stop entertainment resource!

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Episode 226: April 26th, 2011

• Check out Hypable.com - a MuggleNet for the rest of the fandoms in the world, created by MuggleNet staff!
• Jamie and Laura are back for this episode!
• A trailer for 'Deathly Hallows - Part 2' will be released this Wednesday.
• We review features of the 'Part 1' DVD and Blu-ray
• Jamie educates us on the concept of TV licenses and reveals he lives in the stone age.
• J.K. Rowling gained Steve Kloves' trust after hearing one word.
• New news from Jo is so slow these days we come up with a plan to start recycling.
• Many listeners wrote in about last week's discussion concerning a female lead character.
• Our final Chapter by Chapter installment for Goblet of Fire!
• What power to Fawkes put over Harry?
• Dumbledore and the infamous gleam of triumph.
• Does Fudge genuinely believe Voldemort is not back?
• Through all this, classes are STILL going on?
• Outside of magic, how smart are Hogwarts students?
• It's clear the Ministry is beginning to look very corrupt.
• Make the Connection: Family Guy, Pokemon, and homeless people watching popular television.
• We are split on whether or not cutting Pettigrew's death from Part 1 was a good idea.
• Twitter Question: What did YOU think of the 'Part 1' DVD/Blu-ray?

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Episode 225: April 9th, 2011

• Micah reviews the Exhibition and DVD launch events that took place in New York City.
• Lots of Part 1 deleted scenes, but we're not reviewing them - yet!
• Helen McCrory says multiple Malfoy endings were shot, but Andrew and Eric say "don't get your hopes up".
• What If: The main character in the Potter series was a girl?
• Chapter by Chapter: Goblet of Fire Chapters 34 and 35.
• We look at Harry and Voldemort's duel, more luck for Harry, Death Eater oversights, and the truth about Moody/Barty Crouch Sr.
• Favorites: Favorite Quidditch Position
• Andrew and Eric answer Micah and fans' questions about the 'Deathly Hallows - Part 2' test screening.
• Surprise character appearances, Snape's death, Narcissa, Remus, Tonks, Wormtail and more are discussed.

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Episode 224: April 4th, 2011

• Andrew and Eric host a news episode of MuggleCast!
• 'How To Succeed' opens on Broadway and the Potter stars show their support for Dan.
• Read Eric's exclusive interview with Dan!
• Our thoughts on the first 'Deathly Hallows - Part 2' poster. Ketchup or Blood?
• 'Deathly Hallows - Part 2' is test-screened in Chicago and Andrew and Eric were there for it!
• We start with a spoiler free review.
• Is the 2 hour time length a problem?
• Eric was a bit emotional through some parts of the film.
• Do Part 1 and Part 2 work well together?
• After our spoiler-free review we get into specifics. If you don't want to be spoiled, stop at this point!
• Andrew and Eric focus on specific scenes that stood out to them in good and bad ways.
• We make several book VS film comparisons.
• Our 'Pig for Slaughter' episode (#116) comes back to haunt us in a good way.
• We take a few MuggleMails to wrap up the show.

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Episode 223: March 20th, 2011

• Richard returns to the show and is turning a new leaf.
• News: 'Deathly Hallows - Part 2' sneak peek, a Potter hotel, The Exhibition hitting NYC, and more.
• Micah realizes what his next job may be thanks to a little destiny.
• 'What If..' segment: What if Dumbledore had given Tom Riddle the DADA job?
• Chapter by Chapter: Chapters 32 and 33 of Goblet of Fire.
• Why didn't Harry put up a fight against Wormtail?
• Harry sees Voldemort for the first time in human form.
• Had Harry ever seen a photo of him? Did anyone ever bother to take a photo of him?
• Did Voldemort act the way he did because of his feelings toward his mother?
• Voldemort warns Wormtail about ever letting his loyalty waver again. Err…
• Today's Twitter Question: Your thoughts on the 'Part 2' sneak peek.
• MuggleMail addresses last episode's hot topics, a birthday, and Ben's theory in Episode 1.
• Andrew and Micah discuss their upcoming date in NYC on Wednesday.

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Episode 222: March 6th, 2011

• News covers Harry Potter Studio Tour, the Part 2 World Premiere, the Oscars and more.
• The Dueling Club returns and Micah redeems himself after losing to David Heyman.
• Chapter-by-Chapter: Goblet of Fire, Chapters 30 & 31.
• Harry's first experience with the PensieveÉ
• ...why is he so quick to realize he is in a memory?
• Why is Dumbledore so opposed to the use of Dementors?
• Why did the Death Eaters target Frank and Alice Longbottom?
• We discuss Rachel's essay submission on Harry's reaction to Barty Crouch vs. Snape
• Harry starts to see Voldemort's effects on all of the Wizarding World
• The Trio's training in this chapter really prepare them for Dumbledore's Army
• Why is Harry so confident in The Third Task?
• Was Harry really expecting to see the Dursleys at Hogwarts?
• How can Cedric release sparks to submit on behalf of another student?
• Twitter Question: do you plan on visiting Leavesden Studios?
• Should Wizard and Witch couples make an Unbreakable Vow when getting married?
• Is it possible to do the Wizarding World park in one day?
• Make the Music Connection and plenty of Muggle Mail

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Episode 221: February 20th, 2011

• News: Strange Magic, BAFTAs, Rowling's projects and more.
• Chapter-by-Chapter: Goblet of Fire 27-29.
• Why do Ron and Hermione's lake stories differ so greatly?
• Should readers have taken issue with Rita Skeeter's article on Hermione?
• Things start to come together as Hermione questions Rita's reporting...
• ...and Snape questions Harry about Boomslang skin.
• We analyze Hermione vs. Hagrid's response to Skeeter's article.
• Percy's ignorance and obsession with the Ministry surfaces.
• How did Fleur have such a good guess at what the Third Task would entail?
• Our first look at how the Order of the Phoenix communicate after Krum is attacked - did you catch it?
• Why didn't Dumbledore take precautions and check the maze himself if he was so worried?
• Foreshadowing: Snape is a bat, Ron does become a prefect.
• Breaking the rules vs. blackmail: Is Hermione right in suggesting telling someone about Fred and George?
• What is it with Moody/Barty Crouch Jr. suggesting students become Aurors?
• We get our first look at "serious" Sirius the parental figure.
• Why doesn't Harry think that Wormtail's blunder could be referring to Crouch Sr.?
• Why does Fudge continue to make excuses for Bertha Jorkins? And then show blatant racism?
• Your tweets on the Rowling TV movie and future projects.
• Could Jo write under a pseudonym in the future?
• MuggleMail: Hagrid's story, Ghosts and Merfolk, Harry's naivety and more .

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Episode 220: February 6th, 2011

• Does the Deathly Hallows - Part 1 DVD look promising?
• Our thoughts on the latest Wizarding World expansion rumors.
• Mr. Universal has a good laugh at one of Eric's thoughts.
• MuggleCast has their Part 2 release plans set!
• We'll be attending LeakyCon 2011 and putting on at least one podcast.
• Andrew explains why everyone should head to Orlando for the 5 day event. If you register, use referral code MUGGLE!
• Chapter by Chapter covers Goblet of Fire chapters 24 - 26
• This week's Twitter Question and MuggleMail address hot topics.
• Plugs: Essay Section, WrockBox, HYPE

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Episode 219: January 23rd, 2011

• The first still from Part 2 appears while Part 1 breaks more records.
• Snape's death scene is changed for Part 2, and we discuss if it was a good idea.
• Chapter by Chapter covers Chapters 21 - 23 of Goblet of Fire.
• What is it in Dobby's character that makes him enjoy being free, unlike the other elves?
• The Unexpected Task: a task even Muggles experience.
• Why is The Yule Ball only open to students in Years 4 through 7?
• Andrew has a solution to Harry and Ron's find-a-date problems.
• Hermione reveals she had her teeth shrunken. What else can be enlarged/shrunken?
• The ups and downs of the Yule Ball.
• Your Twitter responses to the question: What do you think of Snape's death scene change?
• MuggleMail addresses last week's hot topics. Plus: Is the Tournament boring for attendees to watch?

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Episode 218: January 9th, 2011

• News: Butterbeer, lawsuits, the Oscars and plenty of Deathly Hallows
• Why have we still not seen Harry Potter in eBook format?
• Chapter-by-Chapter returns with Goblet of Fire, Chapters 19 and 20
• What would happen to a reporter like Rita Skeeter in the real world?
• Analyzing Harry and Ron's vs. Harry and Hermione's relationship
• How can Moody see through Harry's cloak now that we know its a Deathly Hallow?
• The suspicion around Karkaroff increases - why was Dumbledore so blind?
• Harry tells Cedric about The First Task. What does this say about his character?
• Did Moody lie about the Dark Detectors in his office? Plus, Foe Glass foreshadowing.
• Cheating in the Triwizard Tournament? Moody says its common.
• We break down the movie differences from The First Task
• What's up with Bagman? Why wasn't he cast?
• Your tweets on the biggest plot cuts from the films
• MuggleMail covers AVPM, Dobby, Ron in Malfoy Manor and more

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Episode 217: December 26th, 2010

• News covers DH box office update, a possible teaser trailer for Part 2 and more.
• When can we expect the Encyclopedia, and what will we see?
• We reach deep into our mailbag to answer your questions:
• Just how do you pronounce Alexandre Desplat?
• What was with the nursery next-door to Bathilda's house in DH PT 1?
• How, if at all does the Life and Lies of Albert Speer relate to Dumbledore?
• Why didn't you give any props to Alan Rickman in DH PT 1?
• The Academy Awards, Kreacher, Hedwig and Dan's acting round out the discussion.
• Your Tweets cover our favorite books/movies, the Malfoy family and more.
• And finally... Weird Places People Listen to MuggleCast.
• See you all in 2011!

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Episode 216: December 11th, 2010

• We're live to discuss the year that was in Potter.
• News covers video games, movie revenues, DVD release dates, casting and Oscars.
• We play some of our favorite MuggleCast moments from 2010.
• The fans hand out MuggleCasties to...
• The Most Interesting Potter Star on Twitter and The Most Shocking News Story.
• The Best Returning DH Part 1 Actor and Actress.
• The Best New Potter Actor and Actress.
• And The Best DH PT 1 Scene.
• You might be surprised who wins this year's J.K. Rowling Award...or not.
• We review the top 7 stories of the year and let you pick the top four.
• We discuss what to look forward to in 2011.

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Episode 215: November 24th, 2010

• Part 2 of our Deathly Hallows - Part 1 discussion! Download Episode 214 for our scene-by-scene review of the film.
• We clear up several mistakes from last episode.
• Matt joins the show and gives us his thoughts on Part 1.
• We all agree Hedwig gets a more dignified death than in the book.
• Your responses to last week's show: the good and the bad.
• Muggle Mail covers Bill Weasley, Mad-Eye's eye, and Dobby's speech.
• Did the forest scenes feel slow at times because they were covering months of action?
• Micah concedes some of the things he mentioned last episode could have payoff in Part 2.
• Did Hermione and Harry have an "aha" moment when the Invisibility Cloak was mentioned?
• We revisit the Dursleys departing, Malfoy Manor, the split and more.
• Plus, we take tweets on your favorite scenes.

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Episode 214: November 20th, 2010

• We review Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1
• The London premiere lives up to the hype...the same can't be said for New York
• MuggleNet staffer Richard joins the show
• There is a clear difference of opinion on the film from the hosts
• We go scene-by-scene through Deathly Hallows - Part 1
• Were people satisfied with Mad-Eye's death? Why didn't Harry grab his eye?
• Runcorn, Cattermole and Hopkirk actors shine at the Ministry...
• ...What does that say about the rest of the acting?
• Emma Watson gives her best performance of the series
• Why did the producers cut Dudley's redemptive line?
• Did the lack of developing Voldemort's threat to the real world make the "on the run" scenes less believable?
• Will the average movie-goer get the Deathly Hallows subplot?
• Dobby, the "indignant" House-Elf? Should he have been built up more in previous films?
• "Did you even really know Dumbledore?" No and it's clear movie Harry never will.
• Why was nothing stated about Sirius' mirror? The Voldemort taboo?

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Episode 213: November 12th, 2010

• Eric and Micah agree to disagree on The Simpsons "Treehouse of Horror"
• Our thoughts on Desplat scoring DH Part 2
• Fans sound off on the number of DH clips
• Main Discussion: Half-Baked Prince/Half-Baked Harry
• We analyze what book Harry knows vs. what movie Harry knows heading into the final films
• Did the main plot in Half-Blood Prince take a back seat to teenage romance?
• Harry's lack of Horcrux knowledge could pose major problems
• Bad character development: Greyback, Lupin, Tonks, Umbridge and Scrimgeour
• How will they explain the two-way mirror and the locket? What about Harry owning Kreacher and Grimmauld Place?
• Movie Harry's knowledge of Voldemort (Tom Riddle) is nowhere close to the book
• Did Harry appear weak throughout the HBP movie? Was Snape and Harry's relationship developed enough?
• Muggle Mail: Goblet of Fire rebuttals and the DH soundtrack
• Be sure to nominate us at the 2010 Podcast Awards

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Episode 212: November 1st, 2010

• Eric's Halloween costume is Harry Potter themed in an unexpected way.
• Deathly Hallows TV spots are appearing all over the place.
• Samples from the Deathly Hallows soundtrack are released. We listen to a few and give our early review.
• The 2010 Podcast Awards nomination period begins soon. We want to be in the running!
• Chapter by Chapter covers Goblet of Fire Chapters 16 - 18.
• Does it say something that Durmstrang sits with Slytherin and Beauxbatons sit with Ravenclaw? Eric realizes something clever about this.
• Why are there strict guidelines to enter the TriWizard Tournament?
• Can a reader tell from this point that Karkaroff put Harry's name in the Goblet?
• The wonderful double meaning Moody/Barty Crouch Jr.'s hated towards Karkaroff.
• Of all people, why was it Cedric who was selected to compete for Hogwarts?
• Why does Bagman enjoy the idea of this four-person tournament so much?
• Ron doesn't trust Harry, and his reasoning is extremely weak.
• Rita Skeeter and her man hands - what is Jo trying to say?
• MuggleMail addresses last week's hot topics, an answer to Trelawney's inaccurate predictions, and cheesy Potter movie endings.
• Dueling Club: Ghost Edition!
• What are some of our listeners doing for Halloween that's Potter related?

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Episode 211: October 17th, 2010

• How to tell apart two English accents.
• WB cancels Deathly Hallows, Part 1 in 3D, plus other surprising film news.
• Listeners tell us whether they are happy or disappointed with this decision.
• Our thoughts on Jo's appearance on Oprah.
• A brief review of Harry Potter Film Wizardry.
• Chapter by Chapter: Goblet of Fire Chapters 13 - 15.
• A big theme in these chapters is the questionable teaching styles of Sprout, Hagrid, and Moody.
• Is it right to teach children about the Unforgiveable Curses at this age?
• Is it right to perform said curses on these children?!
• MuggleMail covers last episode's hot topics.
• Dueling Club: Dumbledore VS Merlin, Ravenclaw VS Slytherin.
• Lots of updates going on around MuggleNet to go over!

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Episode 210: October 1st, 2010

• DH poster analysis: Why the hell is Ron by a power plant?
• Part 2 casting, Rowling on Oprah, Alexandre Desplat and Wizarding World expansion
• Chapter-by-Chapter: Goblet of Fire Chapters 10-12
• We're introduced to the name Rita Skeeter and the character of Mad-Eye Moody
• Percy's early loyalty to the Ministry and Hermione's passion for S.P.E.W. are evident
• Why does Mrs. Weasley constantly make Ron an easy target?
• We know what Muggles see if they happen to pass Hogwarts, but if what if they tried to enter?
• We learn of Lucius Malfoy's connection to Igor Karkaroff
• Why endanger first-years on an overflowing lake?
• Do ghosts change clothes? Eric is intrigued.
• Does Hermione overreact to the idea that House-Elves work at Hogwarts?
• Eric recounts the real story of Natalie MacDonald
• Does Hogwarts and the Ministry use the Triwizard Tournament to overshadow last year's incident with Sirius Black?
• Favorites returns: New actor/actress in Deathly Hallows, Part 1
• Chicken Soup

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Episode 209: September 23rd, 2010

• We're live on Ustream to discuss the just-released Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1 trailer! We go scene-by-scene picking apart every last detail.

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Episode 208: September 13th, 2010

• Pictures, pictures and more pictures from Deathly Hallows
• We discuss the new DH TV spot, theme park expansion and more
• Micah interviews Jonathan Smith, Head of Production for LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4
• Chapter-by-Chapter covers Chapters 7-9 of Goblet of Fire
• Ludo Bagman and Winky - why were they omitted from the films?
• Why did the Quidditch World Cup seem like one giant, disorganized event?
• Could Jo be the next ESPN sportscaster? She's good at writing live Quidditch.
• Why didn't Harry ever question how Winky knew Dobby?
• Could Harry's dream about Quidditch foreshadow a later event in the book?
• Wands are like cell phones! How did Harry not notice it was gone?
• Hermione the know-it-all shows up quite a few times in these chapters.
• This week's episode is brought to you by Audible.com - get your free audiobook today!

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Episode 207: August 25th, 2010

• We discuss the newest reviews of Deathly Hallows, Part 1.
• The trailer for Deathly Hallows, Part 1 is complete, but when will WE see it?
• This week's Chapter by Chapter segment focuses on Chapters 4 - 6 of Goblet of Fire.
• The Dursleys can never have a peaceful encounter with wizards.
• How typical of Harry to have a crush on his best friend's sister.
• Lots of hints about the future for the Weasleys in this chapter.
• Why can't Mrs. Weasley embrace her son's interest in starting a joke shop instead of fighting it?
• Jo shows here you don't have to be academic to be successful. And to follow your passion!
• ... but there are some limits.
• Some support for Mrs. Weasley and why she may be right to worry about The Twins' future.
• A bit of talk about the business side of running a joke shop.
• In Chapter six we learn about more than just one mode of wizard transportation.
• What's our favorite mode of magical transportation?
• We bring the use of Portkeys to a whole new level.
• The awkwardness Amos creates.
• The first mention of the Lovegoods! But we won't see them just yet...
• Matt predicted the Deathly Hallows split spot on Episode 140.. we replay the clip!

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Episode 206: August 21st, 2010

• Emerson and Eric got lucky and saw Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1 at a test screening today in Chicago! Listen here for their review. SPOILER WARNING. Enjoy!

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Episode 205: August 14, 2010

• Spoiler warning: We reveal where Deathly Hallows Parts 1 and 2 will split!
• We record an episode earlier than scheduled to talk about where the Deathly Hallows split will be!
• We discuss the pros and cons of the split being here.
• We've got a list of all the big scenes that will be in Part 1.
• Did WB mean for this split to get out, or did EW not realize what they were doing?
• Should we know where the split is before seeing the film?
• We catch up on other news, including the launch of the 'Join the Final Battle' campaign and the Harry Potter: The Exhibition heading to Seattle.
• MuggleMail addresses last week's hot topics.
• Chicken Soup for the MuggleCast Soul.

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Episode 204: August 6th, 2010

• It's our fifth birthday! At the start did we think this would run for five years?
• We recap Infinitus and how nice it was to meet all the fans!
• Andrew provides a report from Comic Con 2010, where new Deathly Hallows footage was revealed.
• Two important voices will be missing from the Deathly Hallows, Part 1 video game. Why?
• Will a Harry Potter theme park really come to fruition in India?
• Happy Birthday to JK Rowling and Harry Potter! Andrew plays a song for 'em.
• We kick off Chapter by Chapter for Goblet of Fire. This episode looks at Chapters 1 - 3.
• We analyze small towns, the importance of review chapters, the Dursleys, and more.
• MuggleMail addresses some recent news, partying at Hogwarts, and more.
• Chicken Soup for the MuggleCast Soul.

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Episode 203: July 20th, 2010

• The MuggleCasters are in Orlando to podcast in front of a live audience! This episode actually includes two shows in one. The first show is from within the hotel where the Infinitus Harry Potter conference was held. The second is live from within the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park! Join us as we talk about the latest Harry Potter news, our thoughts on the Wizarding World park, and much more.

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Episode 202: June 28th, 2010

• MuggleCast is LIVE on Ustream just one hour after the new Deathly Hallows trailer premieres to dissect every single scene! We figure out which scene each shot is from, point out some odd moments, wonder why this trailer covers Parts 1 and 2, and MUCH more. Get ready to have lots of fun watching the trailer with us!

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Episode 201: June 23rd, 2010

• Andrew visits the Wizarding World and shares stories about the VIP grand opening, public grand opening, and the park itself.
• How is Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey?
• Is the size of the park acceptable? How does it feel?
• The secret attraction at the park that has no line and will entertain you for as long as you like.
• Would a Harry Potter park make sense, business wise, in the United Kingdom?
• Deathly Hallows filming ends, and stars comment on the feeling of closure.
• We host a MuggleCast Mailbag segment to catch up on some e-mail!
• We bring back our Debate segment: did Ron and Hermione have a happy marriage?
• What if... we could use some Polyjuice Potion?
• Chicken Soup for the MuggleCast Soul.

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