Today, we’ll be taking a look at the work that Barty Crouch Jr. did in his capacity as Hogwart’s Defense Against the Darks Arts Professor during Harry’s fourth year at school—and whether or not it was actually a better job than the REAL Alastor “Mad-Eye” Moody could have done.
Before we dive in, I will admit that this may not be the…uhh…HOTTEST take. Across ... Show More
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Agent Granger (HBP Chapter 6, Draco's Detour)
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Aug 2025
You're A Fool, Harry Potter (OOTP Chapter 35, Beyond the Veil)
Help MuggleCast grow during our birthday month! Our 2025 physical gift is here! The MuggleCast Yearbook includes writing by each of the four hosts, telling the story of the podcast across the last 20 years, and featuring tons of colorful images and jam-packed with enough nostalgi ... Show More
1h 11m
Feb 2025
I Declare Loyalty! (OOTP Chapter 13, Detention with Dolores)
On this week's episode, bust out your day planner because we've got plenty of classes, loads of homework and a few detentions! And keep your hands off of the knitted hats, those are for the House-Elves! This week's episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Learn how to identify red and ... Show More
1h 33m
Nov 2021
539: What Was The '98 Hogwarts School Year Like? And More Muggle Mail
On this week's episode, we empty some owl post from our Muggle Mail bag! What would the 1998-99 Hogwarts school year have looked like? Why did Harry decide to become an Auror? Plus, we analyze several new Credence theories, a Chicken Soup from India and a horcrux email from 2006 ... Show More
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Sep 2019
#435: Into The Dark (OOTP Chapter 3, The Advance Guard)
Welcome Slug Club member Christina! Fandom Happenings: a new Wizarding World app, Mina Lima wallpapers, Lethal White begins filming and Darks Arts shows begin in Orlando! We take listener feedback on British "tea" and defending Mundungus Fletcher Chapter-by-Chapter continues with ... Show More
1h 36m
Sep 2025
At The Beep, Slay (OOTP Chapter 38, The Second War Begins)
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1h 23m
Sep 2024
Chapter 13: Gryffindor Versus Ravenclaw | Prisoner of Azkaban
Join J and Ben as they dive into Chapter 13 of the Prisoner of Azkaban and discuss Hermione and Ron’s relationship, flying on the Firebolt, Wampus Cats, Harry spotting Sirius in the bushes, betting, the match, Malfoy’s prank, and Sirius’s break inGET YOUR THROUGH THE GRIFFIN TOUR ... Show More
1h 44m