MuggleCast: The Harry Potter Podcast
One of the original Harry Potter podcasts, where four long-time fans and friends conduct weekly deep-dives into the Wizarding World.
This is a veteran fan podcast that feels like a book club with your most obsessive, knowledgeable friends. While it covers news from across the franchise, its current heart is a meticulous, chapter-by-chapter analysis of the original book series. The hosts debate character motivations, compare book-to-film adaptations, and analyze plot details with the deep context of having been a part of the fandom since its early days.
“As one of the longest-running Harry Potter podcasts, its strength is the hosts' deep, shared history and encyclopedic knowledge of both the canon and the fandom's evolution. Their willingness to tackle complex real-world issues, such as one host stepping back from future coverage due to J.K. Rowling's public statements, also sets them apart.”
Who hosts this show
MuggleCast is a weekly podcast hosted by four life-long friends and veteran fans: Andrew Sims, Eric Scull, Micah Tannenbaum, and Laura Tee. Launched in 2005, it's one of the fandom's earliest and most enduring talk shows, offering thought-provoking discussions on all aspects of the Harry Potter universe. While covering the latest news, the show is currently centered on a meticulous chapter-by-chapter re-read of the original book series.
Credentials & credits
- Co-Founder of MuggleCast (Andrew Sims)
- Podcast Producer & Editor (Eric Scull)
- Podcast Producer & Host of #Millennial (Andrew Sims, Laura Tee)
- Podcast Host of 'What the Hype?!' (Micah Tannenbaum)
- Graduate degree (Laura Tee)
- Author of a book on Patreon (Andrew Sims)
Other ventures
- MuggleNet (former affiliation)
- #Millennial Podcast (Andrew Sims, Laura Tee)
- Improvised Star Trek (Eric Scull)
- HR unConfidential (Eric Scull)
- What the Hype?! (Micah Tannenbaum)
- Imprint: A Twilight Podcast (former)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01A Horcruxy Road Ahead (HBP Chapter 30, 'The White Tomb')Jun 24, 2026 · 1h 06m
- 02Dumbledoubt (HBP Chapter 29, 'The Phoenix Lament')Jun 17, 2026 · 52 min
- 03Dumbledead (HBP Chapter 28, 'Flight of the Prince')Jun 10, 2026 · 48 min
- 04Severus, Please... Order Fries (HBP Chapter 27, 'The Lightning Struck Tower')Jun 3, 2026 · 51 min
- 05Visiting The 'Harry Potter' TV Show Set Turned a Skeptic Into a BelieverMay 27, 2026 · 58 min
- 06Masterful Magic (HBP Chapter 26, ’The Cave’)May 20, 2026 · 54 min
- 07Dumbledore's Biggest Secret Ever (HBP Chapter 25, 'The Seer Overheard')May 13, 2026 · 49 min
- 08Horcrux Marks the Spot (HBP Chapter 24, ’Sectumsempra’)May 6, 2026 · 54 min
Notable episodes
- 01Dumbledead (HBP Chapter 28, 'Flight of the Prince')
Host Eric Scull announces he will step back from covering the HBO series due to J.K. Rowling's anti-trans views, a significant editorial moment for the show.
- 02A Horcruxy Road Ahead (HBP Chapter 30, 'The White Tomb')
Features a fan guest from their Patreon community, showcasing the show's community integration and its signature "Fandom ID" segment.
- 03Dumbledoubt (HBP Chapter 29, 'The Phoenix Lament')
A prime example of the hosts' deep-dive analysis, debating Snape's morality and proposing creative ideas for the TV adaptation.
What you'll be asked on this show
The show is not a formal interview program. When a fan guest joins, the style is inclusive and conversational. The discussion typically begins with a "Fandom ID" segment to establish the guest's connection to the series, then integrates them into the hosts' regular chapter analysis as a fellow fan. The hosts guide the conversation, but it feels like a peer discussion rather than a structured Q&A.
The show is a four-person panel discussion with a friendly, established rapport from nearly two decades of podcasting together. The primary format is a "Chapter-by-Chapter" re-read, often including segments like "The Pensieve" (replaying clips from their own past episodes) and occasionally featuring fan guests from their Patreon community. Notably, host Eric Scull has publicly stated he will not cover the new HBO series due to J.K. Rowling's involvement.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
5 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
origin
1- Q.01
“Can we get your fandom ID, please?”
This is the standard opening for fan guests, used to establish their personal history and connection with the Harry Potter world.
personal
1- Q.01
“What is it about [X movie/book] that you really love?”
A common follow-up after a guest states their favorite, used to probe for specific reasons behind their preference.
mindset
1- Q.01
“Do we agree with [character's] decision?”
A frequent prompt used by the hosts to kickstart a debate among the panel about a character's choices and morality.
craft
1- Q.01
“Do we think [character] could have handled this differently?”
This question is often used during chapter analysis to explore alternate strategies and character motivations.
controversy
1- Q.01
“Can we all say thank you to Severus Snape?”
An example of a provocative opening the hosts use to frame a debate around a controversial character or topic.
Signature segments
- · Chapter-by-Chapter
- · The Pensieve
- · Fandom ID
- · Quizzitch
- · Seven Word Summary
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically fans from their Patreon "Slug Club" community, invited to share their personal fandom story and participate in the chapter discussion as a peer.
- Sam (Patreon Slug Club member)on A Horcruxy Road Ahead (HBP Chapter 30, 'The White Tomb')
- Amandaon Visiting The 'Harry Potter' TV Show Set Turned a Skeptic Into a Believer
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show is primarily supported by its audience through Patreon subscriptions and sales from its own merchandise store.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
Pitch this show
People also ask
- Who are the hosts of MuggleCast?
- The show is hosted by four long-time friends and Harry Potter fans: Andrew Sims, Eric Scull, Micah Tannenbaum, and Laura Tee.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It's a weekly panel discussion, primarily focused on a chapter-by-chapter re-read of the Harry Potter books, alongside news and discussion about the wider Wizarding World.
- Is MuggleCast still running?
- Yes, it has been running since 2005 and continues to release new episodes weekly.
- How does the show handle the controversy around J.K. Rowling?
- The hosts have addressed it directly. Host Eric Scull has announced he will not participate in episodes covering the new HBO series due to her views, while the other hosts plan to continue covering it.
- Wasn't MuggleCast part of MuggleNet?
- Yes, MuggleCast was originally launched as part of the fan site MuggleNet in 2005, but it became an independent podcast in 2011.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- MuggleCast is available on their official website, YouTube, and major podcast platforms.
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- [01]About / Contact - MuggleCastmugglecast.com
- [02]MuggleCast - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [03]MuggleCast - Fanlorefanlore.org
- [04]Micah Tannenbaum | Host: What the Hype?!whatthehype.io
- [05]Eric Scull - The Cinescope Podcastthecinescopepodcast.com
- [06]MuggleNet - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [07]400 faces: Laura Thompson, co-host of MuggleCast and #Millennial podcastsforsythnews.com
- [08]Must-Listens - MuggleCastmugglecast.com
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