SpeakBeasty: A Fantastic Beasts Podcast

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Episode 132: Bunty is a Reddit Star Aug 22, 2021

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Helene's back!! And keeping secrets?!
The Phoenix Register: An epic battle between Newt and Grindelwald, and streaming vs theatre release logistics
We're going to the CO-PA, CO-PA-CABANAAAAAA
The owls are back too, and bringing mustache-related speculation!
Everyone is Dougal. It's canon.
Main discussion: Bunty. She's #relatable.
Bunty = Ginny? (No, Bunty = Dougal.)
Can we rewrite the stars so Charlie gets together with Bunty? Time-Turners exist.
New segment! No-Maj Movie Magic: Puppeteers and the work of Robin Guiver!
The Newtcase: Imps are rude.
We know an uncomfortable amount about the breeding habits of fairies.

Podcast Question: How do you think Bunty's role will evolve in FB3? Theme Music: "Swing Has Swung," by Shane Ivers (https://www.silvermansound.com) Sound Effects: (https://www.FesliyanStudios.com)

Episode 131: Like a Grand and Miraculous Mustache Aug 08, 2021

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WE’RE BACK! Did you miss us? (You did. It’s okay. We missed you too.)
Phoenix Register: show changes! New theme music! New segments! Old hosts!
Main discussion: What do we know about FB3 so far?
Richard Coyle lacks a name on IMDb - interesting!
Leaked pictures might show the German Ministry of Magic
COVID is still the worst
New segment! Kowalski’s Half-Baked Theories
Dougal … Dumbledore … they both start with D! IT CAN’T BE A COINCIDENCE.
New segment! Battle of the Beasts!
AMY! VS! SHANNEN! Two hosts enter! And … uh … two hosts leave.
Punching is truly the greatest weapon.

Podcast Question: Who do you think Richard Coyle will portray with his fabulous mustache? Music: Swing Has Swung by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Episode 130: I Wanna Be Your Endgame Feb 14, 2021

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This time on SpeakBeasty…

Happy Valentine’s Day, Beasties!
The Phoenix Register: HBO and the Harry Potter Hoax.
Richard Coyle is in Fantastic Beasts 3.
Bigger and better things are on the way.
Main Discussion: The couples/pairings in the Fantastic Beasts Universe!
Let the speculation begin!
The Newt Case: Veela (also spelled Vila in Slavic folklore)
The Time Turner: The Valentine’s Day Massacre.

Podcast Question: Do you think Jacob and Queenie will end up together at the end of the series?

Episode 129: Salamanders, the Mini Dragons of the Wizarding World Jan 31, 2021

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This time on SpeakBeasty...

The SpeakBeasty team welcomes a new member to the family, a BABY! Congratulations, Lizzie G!
We’ve survived January. So far.
The Phoenix Register: Fogler’s Fiction Fest 2021 (and a small plot spoiler/confirmation!)
Owl Post: Nobody likes us. Please send us owls.
Main Discussion: We break down the making of Fantastic Beasts- the actors on set, the beasts and the sets.
The Newt Case: Salamanders!

Podcast Question: If you were an extra in the Fantastic Beasts movies, what scene would you be in, and what would your character’s name be?

Episode 128: I’m Sorry Mr. Abernathy Jan 17, 2021

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This time on SpeakBeasty…

Owl Post: Welsh Corgis. Who could ask for more?
In real life, our highest classification for dangerous animals is just “Australia.”
“I wanna boop the snek on its snoot.”
Shannen’s husky is the heir of Slytherin.
Sending your kids out to eat other people’s kids is not cool.
Main Discussion: What if? We discuss six “What if” theories from the first Fantastic Beasts film that would've/could’ve played out differently.
“Wanna take a peek at Queenie’s ladies things?”
Sorry Mr. Abernathy, this case packs a real punch, honey!
The Time Turner: 101st anniversary of the date that the prohibition officially took effect in the U.S.A.

Podcast Question: What if? Send us your own or respond to our “What If” theories- we’d love to hear from you!

Bonus Episode: Happy 5th Birthday to Us! Jan 08, 2021

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Happy 5th birthday to us! Couldn't make it to our birthday party on Facebook Live? No worries, we're bringing the party to you!

Episode 127: Stroke the Spine, That’s the Secret Jan 03, 2021

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Congratulations on surviving 2020!
The Phoenix Register: Aleksandr Kuznetsov
Owl Post: Happy Holiday wishes and positive reviews from kite3598!
We dive into the Fantastic Beasts textbook- the Hogwarts Library edition.
Do kids still write notes? Or do they all text now?
Time Turner: Presidential Inauguration- 1929, President Herbert Hoover
Rex and Herbert Hoover both went to the same McDonalds. Well, they would have if McDonalds was around during Herbert Hoover’s time...but basically.

Podcast Question: Do you think Aragog should be given a 4 or 5 X classification?

Episode 126: Mummified Monkeyfish Mermaids Dec 13, 2020

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The Phoenix Register: Mads Mikkelson is official!
The new movie will be a “globe-trotting adventure.” Does this confirm Brazil?
Owl Post: Listeners comment on their opinions regarding Mikkelson replacing Depp, as well as the podcast questions from episodes 124 and 125.
One for our Ravenclaws!
Marjo and Aureo give us an inside scoop from the press release of “Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature” exhibition.
Geoff wants a Chinese alligator so he can feed him treats and tell him he’s a good boy. #Goals
Mummified Monkeyfish Mermaids. Say that 5x fast.
The Newt Case: The Ijiraq, a shapeshifting spirit found in Greenland, Canada, and Alaska.

Podcast Question: Which beast would you like to see included in the exhibition that was not mentioned?

Episode 125: Mads Nov 29, 2020

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This time on SpeakBeasty...

Happy Thanksgiving from Ann, Shannen, and Julianna!
The Phoenix Register: New HP merch and shops! City Walk is open and selling sweets at Wizarding World Sweets and Treats food cart.
At the time of recording, Mads Mikkelsen was not confirmed as the replacement for Grindelwald. This news has since been verified.
Owl Post: Thanksgiving Break for the owls!
Main Discussion: Mads Mikkelsen!
Well-established acting career...if not him, then who?
Hosts name their top picks (but unanimously agree Mads is the best option.)
Time Turner: Thanksgiving in the 1920’s!

Podcast Question: How do you think Queenie, Jacob, Tina, and Newt celebrate Thanksgiving?

Episode 124: Seven Stages of Grief Nov 15, 2020

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Aureo, Marjo, Lizzie G, and Geoff...a global podcast indeed!
Phoenix Register: (The only kindness was that it all happened in the days before recording.) Johnny Depp was asked to resign by Warner Brothers. The official release date was moved to July 15, 2022
Owl Post: What if Grindelwald created dementors based off of lethifolds? Do we have time to learn Portuguese?
Main Discussion: First reactions to the news about Johnny Depp!!
Seven stages of grief for some, excitement at the new prospective actors, excitement at simply having news to discuss, and questions of, “Why now?”
Will the franchise be able to bring in a big name? Will it be enough to bring interest back to the fandom after all the damage over the last few years?
Will Warner Brothers ask the same resignation of Amber Heard in Aquaman?
Newt Case: The Beast of Gevandan

Podcast Question: With the departure of Johnny Depp from the Fantastic Beasts series, who would you like to see take over the role of Gellert Grindewald?

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