Episode 236: DumbleDip

  • Deathly Hallows – Part 2 has surpassed the $1 billion mark. How high will it go?
  • Pottermore registration opens and we explain the positives and negatives.
  • Andrew’s painful initial sign up.
  • What our are usernames? Listeners share theirs as well via the MuggleCast Twitter account.
  • We talk more about Deathly Hallows – Part 2 and analyze particular scenes.
  • Ben and Richard hate 3D and sweating a lot.
  • Why are we paying for 3D if we hardly see it at times in Part 2?
  • Were average movie-goers, who aren’t big fans, able to comprehend exactly what was going on?
  • Have we gotten so used to seeing Dan as Harry that we judge him based on Dan’s Harry or book Harry?
  • Molly Weasley’s non-canon face.
  • Are Eric and Alan Rickman enrolled in de-aging programs?
  • An announcement concerning the frequency of new MuggleCast episodes.

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Episode 235: Exclusive Interviews with David Yates and Oliver Phelps

  • We have two exclusive interviews with Deathly Hallows – Part 2 director David Yates and actor Oliver Phelps!
  • But first, a Deathly Hallows – Part 2 box office update.
  • How high will the film go?
  • Micah talks with David Yates about changes he made to JK Rowling’s story, the emotional moment at the World Premiere, and much more.
  • Universal announces a new Harry Potter park event – is it worth it?
  • Micah talks to Oliver Phelps about his work throughout the franchise and the challenges of Deathly Hallows – Part 2.
  • A reminder about a project that Eric is involved with for the Harry Potter Alliance.
  • We’ll be back with another episode in a few days to discuss the film as well as the Pottermore beta!

Download Now Running time: 55:35, 26.7 MB

Episode 234: Live Discussion of Deathly Hallows – Part 2

  • We’re live in Orlando at LeakyCon 2011!
  • Before discussing Deathly Hallows – Part 2 we run through some of the Pottermore news announce at LeakyCon.
  • Fans chime in with their thoughts on the website.
  • Everything Deathly Hallows – Part 2 is discussed! Favorite scenes, characters, disappointments, and much more.
  • Will Alan Rickman get an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor?
  • Those in the audience ask the panel questions and share their thoughts.
  • We’re joined by special guest Evanna Lynch, who plays Luna Lovegood in the films! She shares her thoughts on the movie and participates in a live Dueling Club segment.

Download Now Running time: 1:49:01, 52.4 MB

Episode 233: That’s TOO Much!

  • It’s our final show before the release of Deathly Hallows – Part 2!
  • There’s a ton of news so we only run through some of the bigger things going on surrounding the film’s release.
  • We update everyone on the latest Pottermore developments.
  • Will everyone be able to get a Pottermore beta invite? What new information can we expect to receive?
  • Back to the film! Will it be the top grossing Potter film ever?
  • What are our general expectations for it?
  • We take your thoughts/feelings as we approach the end.
  • Don’t forget: our big Deathly Hallows – Part 2 review will be recorded live at LeakyCon. The episode will be online after we record!

Download Now Running time: 47:10, 22.7 MB

Episode 231: Pottermore

  • Pottermore: What the heck is it?
  • Did the hack ruin the announcement?
  • Will it extend the life of the fandom?
  • Will it be something all fans can enjoy?
  • The owls are gathering… who is cleaning up the waste?
  • We break down the final Potter trailer ever
  • Micah and Eric point out two deceptive scene cuts
  • Should they have shown Harry confronting Snape?
  • What about the Resurrection Stone scene?
  • Who is casting that big blue spell? Hint: he may like goats.
  • News covers: Deathly Hallows – Part 2 rating, run-time, score and more
  • We take your tweets on both the trailer and Pottermore

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Running time: 1:30:50, 43.7 MB

Episode 229: Sunglasses Not Recommended

  • New Deathly Hallows – Part 2 posters – cool or disappointing?
  • Location set for DH PT 2 U.S. premiere – we provide some tips to premiere-goers
  • LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 is coming this winter
  • Andrew talks about his experiences in the Wizarding World
  • Chapter-by-Chapter continues with Order of the Phoenix Chapters 3-4
  • Does Dumbledore make a bad situation worse by not talking to Harry?
  • Is it abusive Vernon tells Harry not to take food from the fridge?
  • We take a look at the Advance Guard character by character…
  • …and analyze Harry’s reaction to Dumbledore keeping everyone in the loop but him
  • Is the Daily Prophet guilty of slander?
  • Make the Music Connection: Lady Gaga edition
  • MuggleMail and Chicken Soup from tornado-devastated Alabama

Download Now Running time: 1:21:54, 39.4 MB

Episode 228: Overprinced Non-Invisibility

  • Andrew previews his time on the ‘Deathly Hallows’ set.
  • Emma Watson denies rumors of being bullied at Brown.
  • WB is selling a very expensive invisibility cloak that doesn’t promise invisibility.
  • Check out www.Hypable.com – a brand new entertainment site by Andrew and friends!
  • Chapter by Chapter enters Order of the Phoenix with Chapters 1 and 2!
  • We run down some facts about the book’s release.
  • Why would Harry only look at the first page of the Daily Prophet to find news? It’s an oversight he’ll regret later.
  • The infamous Mark Evans makes an appearance.
  • Harry’s anger is mounting quickly.
  • Dumbledore’s ‘Remember my last’ note arrive and we discuss what it really meant.
  • Petunia’s sudden change of heart and her care for Harry are made clear in this chapter.
  • Favorites: Harry Potter Quote.
  • MuggleMail addresses last week’s hot topics and birthdays.

Download Now Running time: 1:15:39, 36.4 MB

Episode 225: Harietta Potter

  • Micah reviews the Exhibition and DVD launch events that took place in New York City.
  • Lots of Part 1 deleted scenes, but we’re not reviewing them – yet!
  • Helen McCrory says multiple Malfoy endings were shot, but Andrew and Eric say “don’t get your hopes up”.
  • What If: The main character in the Potter series was a girl?
  • Chapter by Chapter: Goblet of Fire Chapters 34 and 35.
  • We look at Harry and Voldemort’s duel, more luck for Harry, Death Eater oversights, and the truth about Moody/Barty Crouch Sr.
  • Favorites: Favorite Quidditch Position
  • Andrew and Eric answer Micah and fans’ questions about the ‘Deathly Hallows – Part 2’ test screening.
  • Surprise character appearances, Snape’s death, Narcissa, Remus, Tonks, Wormtail and more are discussed.

Download Now Running time: 1:27:10, 41.9 MB