On our November 27th, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… What kind of video game should the HP fan-base get? Do Harry Potter movies make you feel all fuzzy inside? What about Barty Crouch, Jr., he’s not all that bad, is he? Join Andrew, Ben, Kevin, Eric and Melissa Anelli (from PotterCast) as they tackle a few remaining topics before MuggleCast resumes its weekly character discussion – with voicemails, too! Special guest Melissa from “Pottah-Cast” Leaky has a new address: b-e-n-s-c-h-o-e-n.com New Sect...
Nov 27, 2005•1 hr 1 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast On our November 20th, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… The guys discuss Goblet of Fire. Join Ben, Andrew, Kevin, Eric and Micah on this week’s edition of MuggleCast. MuggleCast finally gets the plug on iTunes! The group spends a few minutes reminiscing about the fun we had in NYC Andrew and Joe Fulton from MillionairePlayboy.com reveal the two Lego contest winners We provide complete Goblet of Fire coverage So much coverage that we can’t even list it here OOTP is also right around the corner, so what...
Nov 20, 2005•1 hr 4 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast On our November 12th, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… Our huge live show with PotterCast, recorded at Manhattan’s Union Square Barnes & Noble right after the premiere of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. More than 500 fans came out to say hello; we all were downright terrified. Melissa’s mom brings us reports from the official Goblet after-party – Emma Watson, Jamie Waylett, Robert Pattinson, Matthew Lewis, Katie Leung and Tolga Safer live on the show The actors about the volume of the Barnes & N...
Nov 12, 2005•1 hr 25 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast On our November 06th, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… For a man so obsessed with choices, Dumbledore sure can’t seem to pick between Tom and Voldemort. While Ginny’s role in the Final Book is debated, was there more behind Lucius slipping the Diary in her cauldron? And parents brace yourselves. It’s time for that all important question: Where do dementors come from? Plus, Hagrid, Ron – will they survive the last installment? From the U.S. to Australia…all that and more ahead with Andrew, Eric, Georg...
Nov 06, 2005•2 hr 32 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast On our October 30th, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… With the Goblet of Fire movie premiere now only two weeks away, the discussion heats up over some recently released clips. What was wrong about Harry and Ron’s argument? Do Dumbledore and Snape need anger management? Is Michael Gambon the right man for the part? Plus, just why is this spooky holiday so important to the Harry Potter series? All that and more ahead with Andrew, Eric, Laura, and Micah on this Halloween edition of MuggleCast. OoOoOooO...
Oct 30, 2005•1 hr 10 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast On our October 23rd, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… Could the Prisoner of Azkaban have escaped death? Just what would have happened if Tom Riddle’s diary had survived the Chamber of Secrets? While the crew doesn’t discuss much on the new Goblet of Fire film, they do have an exciting contest announcement. And, did the Half-Blood Prince have special feelings for a certain someone, leading to his distaste for Harry, which we have witnessed since Sorcerer’s Stone? Plus, our NYC Podcast is movin’ on up!...
Oct 23, 2005•1 hr 15 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast On our October 16th, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… Draco a werewolf? Umbridge attractive? What?s going on in this week?s show? While the crew tries to figure out Dumbledore?s greatest fear, just what Patronus did Tonks use before Half-Blood Prince? Plus, do house-elves have some magical contract with the wizarding world? And, just what would have happened if Firenze didn?t save Harry that night in the Forbidden Forest? From telescope malfunctions to record-breaking show length to coining new terms...
Oct 16, 2005•1 hr 17 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast On our October 09th, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… Philadelphia International? The Barnes & Noble bathroom? Andrew wants you to come up with the wackiest, yet realistic places to podcast from. And as the crew discusses Harry?s most visible physical attribute and its connection to the final word in the last installment, is it possible that the dementors somehow scarred Petunia? Is her past seemingly more connected to the wizarding world than we realize? Plus, will Harry remember to check the Pensie...
Oct 09, 2005•44 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast On our October 02nd, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… Lupin or Greyback? To whom does Pettigrew’s hand belong? While Snape can’t seem to find a reason to like his students, why didn’t the Ministry use an owl to locate Sirius Black? Plus, will Godric, Helga, Rowena, and Salazar ever show their faces around Hogwarts? And just what is up with that furry feline called Crookshanks? From Luna and Neville’s rising importance to Dumbledore rising from the dead…all that and more ahead with Andrew, Ben, Eric, ...
Oct 02, 2005•51 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast On our September 24th, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… While spying eyes can’t seem to find Spartz this week, just what is the connection between Harry and Lily’s? And can you compare a teacher you once had to one at Hogwarts? The crew weighs in on characterization: everything from Luna and Neville’s coin obsession to Dumbledore’s beloved profession. Plus, the polls are now open for you to decide the funniest fate for the Dark Lord. And Jamie even makes a request for rabbit voicemails. From the firs...
Sep 24, 2005•54 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast On our September 18th, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… Did Draco have a different task? Did Dumbledore have an Unbreakable Vow? Who ordered the removal of ‘the truth’ about R.A.B. from the Harry Potter Lexicon? Plus, while JK Rowling squares off against eBay, various Potter sites team up to support the victims of Hurricane Katrina. We’ll even tell you the Top 13 Reasons You Know You Listen To MuggleCast. From yelling out spells to making up words… all that and more ahead with Andrew, Ben, Eric, John...
Sep 18, 2005•1 hr 6 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast On our September 11, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… While the Voldemort Contest has come to a close, just why was the door to 12 Grimmauld Place wide open for Mundungus Fletcher? And though it is clear those closest to Harry may be in grave danger in the final book, the Harry-Horcrux connection remains rather blurred. Plus, why was Professor Slughorn so knowledgeable about Tom Riddle’s objects of desire? From Dumbledore-faced whole-wheat toast to Billy Joe’s great audio-post… all that and more ahea...
Sep 11, 2005•45 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast On our September 03, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… While the debt Pettigrew owes to Harry is something to remember, will only one classroom scene in Goblet of Fire be an Unforgivable act? And, is your vote for the U.S. or U.K.? Which one deserves the world premiere? * Phone rings * The crew also tells the tale of how they got hooked on the boy wizard. Plus, is there a prized possession right under our noses — one of the Dark Lord’s Horcruxes hiding at Hogwarts? * Phone rings * From contest prize a...
Sep 03, 2005•39 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast On our August 28, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… While there is debate on whether Ralph Fiennes will make a convincing Lord Voldemort, there is no doubt that the special effects in Goblet of Fire are up to par. Just check out the film’s recently released official trailer. And why did Snape’s Killing Curse send Dumbledore sailing through the sky? It’s because he had Air Jordans on, of course. Plus, we’ve got Horcruxed hats, Inheritance interviews, a crazy contest, and a brand-new news segment. Even ...
Aug 28, 2005•53 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast On our August 21, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… While Dumbledore got a black hand in The Half-Blood Prince, will Goblet of Fire get a black eye at the box office? New clips were revealed this week of the fourth Harry Potter film, as well as its official PG-13 rating. As the time frame for the release of the final book gets debated, just how long will HP 7 be? One fan suggested it will rival War and Peace. And just who will help Harry with his heroic Horcrux hunt? Plus, did somebody forget to clean...
Aug 21, 2005•47 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast On our August 14, 2005 edition of MuggleCast… The Goblet of Fire and American Pie… two movies with something in common? As the fourth HP film receives a verdict on its official rating, the jury is still out on Draco Malfoy. From Ontario to Missouri, the people want to know… just who will the newest Death Eater side with? And as the clock counts down to a South Pacific world premiere, just whose time will be up by the end of Book 7? Two years… too long to conceal our thoughts. Plus, while our fav...
Aug 14, 2005•39 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast This week: Discussing HBP Top News: New GOF Pictures, GOF release dates Andrew thinks this movie will be one of the best Kevin says this one will be better for the Harry Potter fans Yet Ben thinks WB focuses the appeal on the general public, rather than the fans Discussion of PG/PG-13 rating Do younger kids read the series? GOF release dates July 16th = huge success JKR is using HBP to setup HP7 perfectly Harry will return to Hogwarts… but not for normal reasons Misprinted copies are bound to ha...
Aug 07, 2005•53 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast 
