The Chamber of Secrets is officially opened! But as Dumbledore says, the question is not who, but how? Join us as we learn more about the Chamber's legend, check books out from the Restricted Section, evade Rogue bludgers and handle (un)helpful House-Elves. Plus, we continue to connect some major threads to events of Half-Blood Prince!
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Oct 7
Grimmauld Goss (DH Chapter 10, ‘Kreacher’s Tale’)
Because the past sure can hurt a lot, MuggleCast this week celebrates a direct connection between Harry Potter and his mother Lily. Hopefully her letter isn't the only secret hidden away in the dusty corners of Grimmauld Place. Join Andrew, Eric, Micah, Laura, and special Slug Cl ... Show More
1h 4m
Sep 30
A Lethal Individual (DH Chapter 9, 'A Place To Hide')
This week, WHAT'S THAT?! Keep one eye over your shoulder because Andrew, Eric, Micah and Laura are podcasting live from The Luchino Cafe off Tottenham Court Road. Best watch out for Death Eaters disguised us ugly workmen! Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Chapter 9 of Deathly Hal ... Show More
1h 6m
Sep 23
Two Weddings and a Podcast (DH Chapter 8, 'The Wedding')
There's something in the air! Wedding season has come to our chapter-by-chapter readthrough of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows as we discuss Bill and Fleur's wedding in Chapter 8, "The Wedding," but this episode also features newlyweds Eric and Meg, fresh off of their own we ... Show More
1h 13m
Mar 2024
Chapter 9: The Writing on the Wall | Chamber of Secrets
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 9 of the Chamber of Secrets and discuss the scene of the crime, Lockhart’s paintings, Snape and Dumbledore reading Harry’s mind, squibs, Professor Binns, the introduction of the Chamber of Secrets, Slytherin’s locket, prefect points, and H ... Show More
1h 13m
Mar 2024
Chapter 11: The Dueling Club | Chamber of Secrets
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 11 of the Chamber of Secrets and discuss quidditch point logistics, gossip, wizard plumbing, the dueling club and Dumbledore’s potential involvement, very vs. pretty, tickle fights and dance battles, Harry talking to snakes, and Harry at t ... Show More
1h 19m
Mar 2024
Chapter 10: The Rogue Bludger | Chamber of Secrets
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 10 of the Chamber of Secrets and discuss Lockhart reenacting stuff, werewolves, ghouls, the library, polyjuice potion, the quidditch match, Harry’s boneless arm, Harry’s hospital wing stay, Dobby’s visit, and Colin and the grapes. GET YOUR ... Show More
1h 15m
May 2024
Chapter 18: Dobby’s Reward | Chamber of Secrets
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 18 of the Chamber of Secrets and discuss floo powder, more getting expelled fear, horcrux setup, Harry’s imposter syndrome, the properties of the Sword of Gryffindor, the DADA position, Lucius Malfoy, Harry’s signature spell and snogging. ... Show More
1h 32m
Feb 2024
Chapter 3: The Burrow | Chamber of Secrets
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 3 of the Chamber of Secrets and discuss Harry’s letters from Ron’s perspective, more trace ridiculousness, bewitched muggle artifacts, warlocks vs. wizards, the raids, the shape of the Burrow, home names, Mrs. Weasley’s intro, Charmed Chee ... Show More
1h 15m
Apr 2024
Chapter 12: The Polyjuice Potion | Chamber of Secrets
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 12 of the Chamber of Secrets and discuss Harry’s conversations with the Sorting Hat and Dumbledore, the faithfulness of Fawkes, more Ginny and Percy herrings, Malfoy staying for Christmas, the Christmas feast, the Slytherin Common Room, Dr ... Show More
1h 45m
Feb 2024
Chapter 4: At Flourish and Blotts | Chamber of Secrets
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 4 of the Chamber of Secrets and discuss cleanliness, ghouls, electricity, Lockhart’s book list scam, bad brooms, Percy’s OWLs, Floo Powder, wizard economy, Borgin and Burkes Easter eggs, Lucius’s scheming, PB&J, and all the interactions in ... Show More
1h 40m
May 2024
Chapter 17: The Heir of Slytherin | Chamber of Secrets
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 17 of the Chamber of Secrets and discuss the appearance of the Chamber, the founders, not realizing Tom is the bad guy, Ginny’s possession, anagrams, Fawkes, the Basilisk fight, Ginny’s explanation, and escaping the Chamber. GET YOUR THROU ... Show More
1h 26m
Mar 2024
Chapter 7: Mudbloods and Murmurs | Chamber of Secrets
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 7 of the Chamber of Secrets and discuss the copious amount of slugs, Wood’s Quidditch mania, photo agency, the strength of the slug belching curse, the trio going to Hagrid’s hut, good misdirects, detentions, and the voice in the walls.Wat ... Show More
1h 11m
Jan 2024
Chapter 2: Dobby’s Warning | Chamber of Secrets
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 2 of the Chamber of Secrets and discuss the origin of “Dobby”, Harry’s innate politeness, elves breaking rules, Lucius planning everything, magically giving your word, Mrs. Mason’s fear of birds, and the ridiculous age restriction laws. Re ... Show More
59m 21s