MuggleCast: The Harry Potter Re-Read Podcast

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Episode #184: Dear Emma Nov 09, 2009

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The cafe where JKR started Potter reopens – how should they recognize Jo there?
Auditions for the Wizarding World are coming up and Ben submits his audition.
Andrew’s story of proposing the Dumbledore’s Tower of Terror ride to Universal execs.
Deathly Hallows filming updates galore.
Ben debuts a brand new Top 10 List.
Chapter by Chapter highlights Chamber of Secrets Chapters 7 – 9
Hedwig holds a grudge against Harry. She needs to get over it!
A mini debate is sparked over Quidditch teams and what brooms they use – should all teams use the same brooms? “Broom Equality!” cries Andrew.
Listener Feedback addresses last week’s hot topics.
What if JK Rowling secretely released her next book under a different name?!
Ben writes a letter to Emma in attempt to make his feelings be known.
We’ve been nominated at the 2009 Podcast Awards! Thank you!
Roller Coaster Tycoon contest winners can be found at this link.

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Episode #183: Kah Noots Oct 26, 2009

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Emerson makes his pre-recorded MuggleCast debut!
Someone is almost fired by the boss after slacking off from his news duties.
News: Potter DVD features, Dan may be in a musical, and Deathly Hallows filming updates.
MuggleMail looks last episode’s hot topics.
This week’s Chapter by Chapter looks at Chapters 4 – 6 of Chamber of Secrets.
Tons of foreshadowing within Borgin and Burkes!
Gilderoy Lockhart – what’s his deal?
We take your e-mails and tweets about these chapters.
We ask Emerson about the origins of MuggleNet. How it started, how it grew, why it grew.
What is the all-time best moment Emerson has had with the site?

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Episode #182: Tweets to Micah Oct 06, 2009

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JK Rowling creates a Twitter and hints at a writing project.
Will she use the Twitter account often? And what is she writing?
We predict when the Encyclopedia will be released (if that is what she’s writing).
Chapter by Chapter returns in a new format!
We start with Chapters 1 – 3 from Chamber of Secrets.
What is the deal with the Dursleys? They’re extremely abusive.
Does Dobby know about the Horcruxes from this early point?
Andrew points out an example of Jo forwarding a death in Deathly Hallows.
Listeners send in their questions about these chapters via Twitter.
Quote Quiz and Make the Music Connection return.
The show wraps up with MuggleMail and Chicken Soup.

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Episode #181: Nothing Less Than Ultimate Sep 26, 2009

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We discuss the recently announced release dates for the HBP DVDs..
…and get into all the details surrounding the Ultimate Editions.
Quick Deathly Hallows filming update.
Announcements include Infinitus, Twitter and Chapter-by-Chapter?!?!
Laura and Nick offer their thoughts on the theme park.
What would have happened if Harry chose the Hallows?
We tell what one thing we would change about the series and why.
Which professor (aside from Dumbledore) was the most influential for each member of the Trio?
What if Hermione had a brother or a sister, how would her character change?
This Week in MuggleCast history goes way back to our “lost” episode.

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Episode #180: Wizarding World News Reactions Sep 15, 2009

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In an impromptu mini episode, we discuss the news from the recent press conference at the Wizarding World.
Andrew is still live in Orlando with plenty of interesting info.
Park to open in Spring 2010: we’re not surprised there’s no date yet.
The three main rides: our thoughts and fan reaction.
We offer our theories on the mystery surrounding Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.
Just what is up with that lake?
The attention to detail of the shops and stores in Hogsmeade is unreal.
Plus John Williams, park characters and much more.

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Episode #179: Grand Theft Dragon Sep 09, 2009

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We’re back with a worldwide panel this week!
News: Half-Blood Prince box office update, Deathly Hallows filming continues, theme park updates, John Williams performs Potter at the Hollywood Bowl.
Registration for Infinitus 2010 is now open!
ESPN’s Fantasy Focus podcast challenges MuggleCast.
MuggleMail addresses Episode 178’s hot topics.
For our main discussion, we go in-depth on several different topics submitted by listeners:
Could Dumbledore have stopped Voldemort from becoming what he did?
Why did JK Rowling get rid of Harry’s father figures?
Who that died in Deathly Hallows would have become a ghost?
How does Harry get away with so many crimes?
How will kids discover Potter in 20 – 30 years?
Chicken Soup: Back to School Edition!

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178: Episode #178: Out of Diapers Aug 20, 2009

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HBP continues to make money at the box office while DH filming surges on.
Potter Exhibition is heading to Boston, but where will it go next?
Jamie Waylett isn’t returning for DH and Joshua Herdman reveals where the split will be.
What happened with HBP IMAX 3D? Andrew explains how it was a rip off.
Happy Birthday, Micah!
Micah and Andrew discuss the HBP video game.
MuggleCast turns 4; the listeners and hosts celebrate!
This Week in MuggleCast History, Make the Music Connection, Jamie’s British Joke of the Week, and Chicken Soup!

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177: Episode #177: The Astronomy Tower of Terror Jul 30, 2009

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MuggleCast is back in a pre-recorded format and we’re all about Half-Blood Prince today!
Micah gets us up to date with all the news over the past few weeks.
How’d Half-Blood Prince perform in the box office? Why did hamsters beat wizards in the second week?
Ultimate Collector’s Edition DVDs… is it too soon?
Theme Park news and Half-Blood Prince give us a new idea for a ride at the upcoming theme park.
Azkatraz recap! We had a ton of fun meeting and hanging with the listeners!
Our 4 year anniversary is coming up very soon. We discuss how we’ll celebrate.
MuggleMail addresses listener reaction to Half-Blood Prince.
The rest of our show goes through lots of Half-Blood Prince talk. Best film? Best acting? Scariest scenes? What did WB miss? We talk about it ALL!

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176: Episode #176: LIVE in New York City! Jul 12, 2009

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MuggleCast is LIVE in New York City the day after the premiere to discuss what happened!
Andrew and Emerson conducted interviews from the red carpet and have some juicy details to share.
Having all the seen the film, we try to give our best spoiler-free review.
Fans ask us questions about the film one by one!
Emerson and Ben discuss their new book, MuggleNet.com’s Harry Potter Should Have Died.

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175: Episode #175: Fireside Chats Jun 16, 2009

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