The PotterCast crew gets into it on the Fantastic Beasts extra scenes (part 1)...
- Leta and the Case of Did No One Realize This Was a Different Baby?
- Dumbledore's lumbago
- Is It A Dumbledore Part Sixty Six Thousand
...and a lot more!
Edited by: Adam Molina
Associate Producer: Kylie Madden
Pottermore emphasizes the methods of medieval relieval, and we get fully into it. A true s---storm. Our most mature episode to date.
Happy holidays! This week we are going back to LeakyCon in Dallas, where The Ringer's Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion interviewed Alison Sudol about Queenie Goldstein, writing, creation, and more. This was conducted BEFORE CoG came out in theaters, so maybe now is a great time to revisit everything we heard.
We'll be presenting more of these interviews between now and the day we return in the second week of January! Enoy! And make sure to check out Mal and Jason's podcast, Binge Mode: Harry Potter — they truly are some of the best Potter podcasters in history.
Protego Diabolica is the spell Grindelwald used to make those flames. What does that mean?
What "answers will be given"?
What is Mr. Blood? We...kind of can't remember
FB going to Brazil
Globus Mundi appears in the wizarding world
More about Leta Lestrange: what did Grindelwald really say about her? Is she really gone?
Is Newt on the spectrum of autism?
The big magical fights in the books, vs those in the movies
The return of the Mailbag!
...and more!
The PotterCast Trio is still unpacking thoughts, feelings, and theories about the Crimes of Grindelwald and all it means for the canon and the fandom. Two episodes in and we have barely scratched the surface! Be sure to tell us your feelings and thoughts on @PotterCast everywhere, or by emailing staff@pottercast.com, or joining our Patreon!
We've all seen Fantastic Beasts 2: Crimes of Grindelwald, and we are here to discuss and discuss and discuss and discuss. We barely scratch the surface over this 90 minutes, but we get into the big reactions, the big reveals, and the McGonagall of it all.
SO MUCH TO TALK ABOUT WHERE DO WE START?!?!! PotterCast breaks down the revelations, theories, and more in the final trailer for "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Crimes of Grindelwald." Or, Episode II.
We have a special episode for you today: a full episode of "Harry Potter and the Sacred Text," a podcast you should really check out. Melissa was a guest on one of their shows, and speaks about chance, J.K. Rowling, and the Harry Potter fandom. Then hang with Vanessa and Casper as they break down "The Dream" chapter from Goblet of Fire!
Thanks to our friends at HPatSS for the collaboration - and we can't wait to have them on PotterCast!
We are back and we are getting close to the 280 mark, which has been eluding us for several years now! This week, we talk about the new Harry Potter app, get Cursed Child review from Charlie Weasley, and more!
PotterCast 278 brings back the news roundups! Emma from The Leaky Cauldron joins us to keep us updated about the latest goings on in Harry Potter news (with all the info on the newest Harry Potter video game, the Cursed Child Broadway premiere, and Dan Fogler's podcast...).
We also break down Ch. 6 of Sorcerer's Stone (and it's now John's job to summarize each chapter forever). Also in this episode: a deep dive on chocolate frog cards (is this the wizarding world's version of Facebook messenger?), what do wizards wear under their clothes?, MORE on wizarding clothing (when will we stop?), and Dudley vs. fat shaming.
Welcome to 2018! We are talking about the latest developments in the Potter news — including the odd statements made recently regarding Dumbledore's sexuality in Fantastic Beasts 2. Is it straightwashing, ineffective PR, or just a misunderstanding?
Also! News on what's coming up for the show, Frankie shares a story about a blob, and the drums we tell you what to watch and listen to, because we care like that. :-)
We recorded this conversation BEFORE J.K. Rowling's recent comments on this issue; we'll discuss that in our next episode, but didn't want this to get lost in the meantime.
We discuss Johnny Depp's casting and the issues around it, as well as director David Yates's recent comments on the matter. Please be warned there may be triggering content for those suffering the effects of abuse.
Our live PotterCast from LeakyCon 2017! We recount the amazing weekend we had in Dublin hanging with hundreds of Harry Potter fans. We also hear from a lot of you and give you a glance behind-the-scenes at how LeakyCon gets made. Pluuuusss we talked about LeakyCon 2018 in Dallas, which was recorded before the whole dang thing sold out...
PotterCast 273 is the first of our episodes from LeakyCon Dublin! And this time we have Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood), Katie Leung (Cho Chang), Alfie Enoch (Dean Thomas), and Afshan Azad (Padma Patil), here to tell us all about life as the Harry Potter films' Dumbledore's Army. Great stories from their time filming - a must-listen!
PotterCast is back and is continuing on with the chapter by chapter of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - this week covering chapters 3 and 4. We also have some exciting announcements for the upcoming Harry Potter convention, LeakyCon!
On the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, PotterCast begins its magical chapter-by-chapter podcasting adventure through J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World!
Episode 271 — The Boy Who Lived
Harry Potter and the Sorceror's/Philosopher's Stone chapters:
1. The Boy Who Lived
2. The Vanishing Glass
PotterCast is hosted by Melissa Anelli, John Noe, Frankie Franco, and Zack Luye.
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We have a new Dumbledore!
Episode 270 — The Young Dumbledore
Pottercast is hosted by Melissa Anelli, John Noe, Frankie Franco, and Zack Luye.
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We thought you ought to know.. J.K. Rowling's social and political commentary is always hot news. Her views on morality, equality, compassion and love are no secret to fans of her work, and no secret to users of Twitter. Join PotterCast for a discussion of fame, social responsibility (or not) and tweets.
Episode 269 — Troll in the Timeline!
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Pottercast is back for conclumdrum conjuration as they attempt to answer your burning questions from the Wizarding World!
Episode 268 — Conjuring Conclumdrums
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Three quarters of PotterCast unite to consider Ilvermorny, its song, and the wizarding world beyond its borders.
Episode 267 — Hogwash
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PotterCast meets to look back at a unique year of magic and forward to what could be an even more exciting time for the Wizarding World and Harry Potter fandom!
Episode 266 — The New Year
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PotterCast presents their complete 2007 interview with author J.K. Rowling following the hysteria of the final Harry Potter book's release.
Episode 265 — Interview with J.K. Rowling
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It's round two for PotterCast and Fantastic Beasts! The show picks up where it left off and dives back in with your submitted questions and theories to guide them.
Episode 264 — Fantastic Theories
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Fantastic Beasts is finally here! PotterCast meets to discuss the new film, our first chapter time turning into a mysterious era in J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World.
Episode 263 — Fantastic Beasts and When we Saw Them
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Witches, wizards, warlocks and magical creatures of LeakyCon 2016 join the cast of PotterCast in Los Angeles, California for an emotional and far reaching discussion on the current state of affairs in J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World and what its future holds for us all!
Episode 262 — LeakyCon 2016!
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Huge, wonderful news. Five films! Melissa has seen the first ten minutes of Fantastic Beasts, and there are feelings to discuss. In this episode, John takes his Patronus test for the first time.
PotterCast meets to discuss and theorize old and new information in one of three new volumes from J.K. Rowling and Pottermore.
Remember LeakyMugs? We do! LIVE from GeekyCon 2016, PotterCast and MuggleCast discuss their reactions to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, fresh off reading it!
It's Sortin Time! Are you a Thunderbird, Wampus, Horned Serpent, or Pukwudgie?
The PotterCast gang is back to talk about their plans for the midnight release of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, getting PotterCast back on track, and a lot more!
The PotterCast gang returns from hibernation after the incredible announcement of an 8th Potter story - The Cursed Child.
It's been seven years since we talked about the HPA like this! Learn about how the organization has been changing the world!
It's NOT about those dang tweets, not yet! We will be back soon for those. Right now we are doing a LONG OWED update with the HP Alliance! It's been seven years since we talked about the HPA like this! Seven years! Learn about how the organization has been changing the world, how fans are becoming heroes, and how you can help!
We also talk about Emma Watson at the UN, the future of the Leaky Cauldron and PotterCast...and more! Special host Paul DeGeorge joins in, and we hear from several more members of the HPA!
Episode 255 — Equality FTW!
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We are back and we are live from the last day of LeakyCon 2014! Talk about WWoHP, Fantastic Beasts, live Canon Conclundrums AND MORE await... also welcome to special guest Mark Oshiro!
Lots of fun stuff to discuss in this one, such as the new expansion of the Harry Potter park!
Episode 253 — PotterCast Filch
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Join John, Frankie and Melissa as they embark on a mission to discover J.K. Rowling's latest mystery together.
Episode 252 —CuckooCast Part 0!
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Welcome to volume two of PotterCast! Just when we thought we were out, she pulls us back in. We gave the show a hearty goodbye this summer but then J.K. Rowling decided to write a few books and announce a new series of Harry Potter-related movies, so we are back. Goodbyes are hard, but reunions are awesome! Join John, Frak and Melissa as they navigate another set of Harry Potter news tidbits. In this episode: The upcoming series of films based on "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" as well as news about the new Harry Potter theme park. Also, a lot of cat imitations. Our first "Cuckoo's Calling" episode will be next!
Episode 251 — J/K!
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PotterCast is back with our yearly episode! ;) We're so sorry to have kept you waiting this long, but we hope you enjoy this look back at some of our favorite PotterCast moments, as well as some news of what's in store for Melissa, John, AND FRAK! Check back soon for PotterCast 250, live from LeakyCon 2013. Lots of love to all of you who have stuck with PotterCast until the very end.
Episode 249.5 — Nearly There and Back Again
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PotterCast 249 is here, 1 episode away from our 250th show, which will be live at LeakyCon! This episode features some spoilers on Pottermore book 2, and includes some intense debate on muggle/wizard money/wealth.
Episode 249 — Shoot for your own hand!
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PotterCast is back for episode 248! LeakyCon major announcements! What did you think of the Chamber of Secrets update to Pottermore? LeakyNews roundup includes chat on the new Spiderman as well as Legend of Korra!
Episode 248 — Starkid or not a Starkid
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PotterCast is back with an all new episode! We get all caught up on all the Potter news we've missed since our last show, including some chat on the upcoming Ultimate edition of the Potter films (though we recorded prior to learning of the new Jo interview with Kloves, which we'll surely talk about next ...
Episode 247 — Frankie's Fired
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Hey PotterCast fans! We're back with a new episode featuring much discussion on The Casual Vacancy. The PotterCast hosts debate their many predictions about the plot, characters, and conspiracy theories around the book's release. No spoiler alerts required this time; John's penchant for accurate predictions notwithstanding.
Episode 246 — Casually Late Casual Debate
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PotterCast is back again with episode 245, featuring speculation on JK Rowling's new book and new fandom favorite, The Hunger Games' upcoming film! Book spoilers for The Hunger Games are all over the second half this episode, you've been warned!
Episode 245 — Buttercup Kills President Snow
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Melissa John and Frankie got together last month and watched the final Deathly Hallows film and recorded a DVD commentary! Instructions on how to listen are included in the first 3 minutes. Enjoy!
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The PotterCast hosts have received your sympathetic vibrations and have materialized for an all new Halloween themed episode. This week in addition to the top 5 Potter news stories, we talk all about the many Halloween nights in the Potter series, including a blast from Canon Canondrums past and the mystery of the Missing 24...
Episode 244 — Happy Haunts of Hogwarts
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PotterCast is BACK after a long hiatus. This episode is our first crack at playing catch up on all the news we've missed since our last show at LeakyCon! We also begin digging into what we all know about Pottermore and where the PotterCast trio were sorted!
Episode 243 — Pottermore Redux
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At long last - enjoy our post Deathly Hallows Part 2 episode of PotterCast recorded live at LeakyCon FEATURING EVANNA LYNCH (Luna Lovegood) and SCARLETT BYRNE (Pansy Parkinson) and many of YOUR questions about the film!
Episode 242 — Deathly Hallows Part 2 Live At LeakyCon!
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The day of the big announcement, we now know what Pottermore is!.. Right? The PotterCasters got together today live on Livestream with Ben Schoen of Mugglecast to talk about what today's announcement means for Harry Potter fans and what all we know now!
Episode 241 — So THIS is Pottermore
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