PotterCast: The Harry Potter Podcast (since 2005)
339 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 1.3K ratingsJoin PotterCast in a continuing adventure through J.K. Rowling's Wizarding World. For eleven years PotterCast has remained your trusted source for discussion, celebration, and interviews with creators and actors from the Harry Potter Universe.
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#268: Conjuring Conclumdrums
March 04, 2017 21:08 - 45 minutes - 63.3 MBPottercast is back for conclumdrum conjuration as they attempt to answer your burning questions from the Wizarding World! Episode 268 — Conjuring Conclumdrums Pottercast is hosted by Melissa Anelli, John Noe, Frankie Franco, and Zack Luye. Find the latest episode and explore Pottercast interviews, discussions and more at Pottercast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizarding World.
#267: Hogwash
February 04, 2017 01:35 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBThree quarters of PotterCast unite to consider Ilvermorny, its song, and the wizarding world beyond its borders. Episode 267 — Hogwash PotterCast is hosted by Melissa Anelli, John Noe, Frank Franco, and Zack Luye. Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizarding World.
#266: The New Year
January 20, 2017 23:49 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBPotterCast 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 PotterCast is hosted by Melissa Anelli, John Noe, Frank Franco, and Zack Luye. Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizarding World.
#265: Interview with J.K. Rowling
December 29, 2016 00:44 - 1 hour - 94 MBPotterCast 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 PotterCast is hosted by Melissa Anelli, John Noe, Frank Franco, and Zack Luye. Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizarding World.
#264: Fantastic Theories
December 16, 2016 01:56 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBIt'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 PotterCast is hosted by Melissa Anelli, John Noe, Frank Franco, and Zack Luye. Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizarding World.
#263: Fantastic Beasts and When We Saw Them
November 29, 2016 00:23 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBFantastic 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 Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizarding World.
#262: LeakyCon 2016!
October 26, 2016 22:59 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBWitches, 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! Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#261: Fantastic Things
October 14, 2016 23:53 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MBHuge, 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.
#260: Hogwarts: An Incomplete and Unreliable Guide
September 15, 2016 23:21 - 56 minutes - 57.1 MBPotterCast meets to discuss and theorize old and new information in one of three new volumes from J.K. Rowling and Pottermore.
#259: LeakyMug Live! Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Reaction
August 18, 2016 21:43 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBRemember LeakyMugs? We do! LIVE from GeekyCon 2016, PotterCast and MuggleCast discuss their reactions to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, fresh off reading it!
#258: PukWHATdgie?
July 10, 2016 18:40 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBIt's Sortin Time! Are you a Thunderbird, Wampus, Horned Serpent, or Pukwudgie?
#257: Cursed Child Party at GeekyCon!
May 31, 2016 20:54 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBThe 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!
#256: The 8th Book!
February 12, 2016 00:39 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBThe PotterCast gang returns from hibernation after the incredible announcement of an 8th Potter story - The Cursed Child.
#255: Equality FTW!
October 08, 2014 16:00 - 1 hour - 136 MBIt'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 ...
#254: Live from LeakyCon 2014
September 09, 2014 16:00 - 44 minutes - 61.8 MBWe 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!
#253: PotterCast Filch
February 26, 2014 17:00 - 1 hour - 119 MBLots of fun stuff to discuss in this one, such as the new expansion of the Harry Potter park! Episode 253 — PotterCast Filch Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#252: CuckooCast Part 0!
January 27, 2014 17:00 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBJoin John, Frankie and Melissa as they embark on a mission to discover J.K. Rowling's latest mystery together. Episode 252 —CuckooCast Part 0! Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#251 J/K!
October 01, 2013 16:00 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MBWelcome 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 ...
#250: Nearly There and Back Again
July 07, 2013 16:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBPotterCast 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 Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews...
#249: Shoot for your own hand!
August 08, 2012 16:00 - 48 minutes - 28 MBPotterCast 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! Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#248: Starkid or not a Starkid
July 27, 2012 16:00 - 1 hour - 36.2 MBPotterCast 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 Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#247: Frankie's Fired
July 11, 2012 16:00 - 1 hour - 38.1 MBPotterCast 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 Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and g...
#246: Casually Late Casual Debate
April 30, 2012 16:00 - 53 minutes - 30.7 MBHey 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 Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-caul...
#245: Buttercup Kills President Snow
March 23, 2012 16:00 - 1 hour - 38.7 MBPotterCast 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 Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#244: Deathly Hallows Part 2 DVD Commentary
January 03, 2012 17:00 - 2 hours - 78.4 MBMelissa 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! Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#243: Happy Haunts of Hogwarts
October 31, 2011 16:00 - 1 hour - 36.7 MBThe 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 Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cau...
#242: Pottermore Redux
October 09, 2011 16:00 - 1 hour - 35.9 MBPotterCast 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 Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
Special: Deathly Hallows Part 2 Live At LeakyCon!
July 23, 2011 16:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBAt 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! Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#241: So THIS is Pottermore
June 24, 2011 16:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBThe 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 Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#240: What is Pottermore?
June 20, 2011 16:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MBWhat is Pottermore? Seriously, we want to know! We called many of you in this special call out episode episode and Frankie and John grilled everyone for their best guesses. We also talked a lot about the incredible Final Deathly Hallows Trailer! Episode 240 — What is Pottermore? Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#239: The Calm Before
June 15, 2011 16:00 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBAlex Carpenter of the Wizard Rock band The Remus Lupins fills in for Melissa this week, with a new chapter Bit by Bit of Deathly Hallows, some Canon Conclumdrums, and the latest in Harry Potter news! Episode 239 — The Calm Before Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#238: Second Sight
May 09, 2011 16:00 - 1 hour - 33.3 MBPotterCast is back with an all new episode featuring the return of Hottttt Cheryl, a new Bit by Bit, and more of the latest Harry Potter news. Enjoy! Episode 238 — Second Sight Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#237: The Final Spoiler Alert
April 03, 2011 16:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBWell this is it, everyone. Leaky's own "bootleg" Edward was in attendence today for a public screening of Deathly Hallows Part 2. The following show is a relatively unedited account of his conversation with Melissa and John with his thoughts and their reactions. Episode 237 — The Final Spoiler Alert Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard Wor...
#236: Chunk By Chunk
March 26, 2011 16:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBWe've resurrected the Bit By Bit segment! Breaking down Deathly Hallows a bit at a time, now moving forward as Chunk By Chunk! Helping us get through it all by July! Episode 236 — Chunk By Chunk Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#235: Harry Potter Today
March 05, 2011 17:00 - 55 minutes - 25.6 MBEpisode 235 brings you a new segment this week, we are calling it "Harry Potter Today", which focuses on fan contributions, creations, and the things that matter to a Harry Potter fan today. This week we talked about the fan parody of popular Ke$ha song "We R who we R". Episode 235 — Harry Potter Today Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard ...
#234: Good Ship Bad Ship
February 15, 2011 17:00 - 1 hour - 31.6 MBHappy Valentines Day! Love is in the air this week on PotterCast. In addition to the latest HP news we talk a lot about the canon (and non-canon) romances in the Potter books, as well the the world of Fan Fiction. We have some Romantic Conclumdrums as well as a new bit called Good Ship ... Episode 234 — Good Ship Bad Ship Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Ha...
#233: What's the deal with Remus?
February 08, 2011 17:00 - 53 minutes - 24.7 MBPotterCast is back with a smattering of Canon Conclumdrums and more with guest host, Andrew Slack of the Harry Potter Alliance, and performances from The Remus Lupins and The Whomping Willows! Episode 233 — What's the deal with Remus? Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#232: A Little Bit Smaller Than The Other One
January 14, 2011 17:00 - 41 minutes - 19 MBPotterCast returns with the latest Harry Potter news and an extended e-Mailbag segment! Willy the Wizard gets tossed out of court, and a new attraction at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter? Join Melissa John and Frak for PotterCast 232 Episode 232 — A Little Bit Smaller Than The Other One Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#231: Harry Potter Year In Review 2010!
December 28, 2010 17:00 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MBJoin us and reminisce about the many events that occurred this year in Potter. Happy New Year! Episode 231 — Harry Potter Year In Review 2010! Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#230: Starkid Potter is Going to LeakyCon!
December 28, 2010 16:00 - 55 minutes - 25.5 MBThis episode features an interview with Starkids Joe, Brian, and Dylan, talking about everything from their new upcoming Musical, Starship, as well as their big performance at this Summer's LeakyCon! Episode 230 — Starkid Potter is Going to LeakyCon! Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#229: Deathly Hallows Part 1 Review
November 22, 2010 17:00 - 48 minutes - 22 MBHey everyone! Melissa John and Frankie had a chance to see the movie and sit down together to talk about what they loved and what they loved to nit pick about here on Episode 229! Enjoy! This episode was edited by Andrew Garner, Thanks Andrew! Episode 229 — Deathly Hallows Part 1 Review Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#228: Down the Toilets
November 01, 2010 16:00 - 46 minutes - 53.4 MBPotterCast is back with an all new episode this Halloween! We talk about some of the new Deathly Hallows TV spots and just what of DH Part 1 we HAVEN'T seen yet anyhow! More news including the release of the DH soundtrack and extended editions of the 3rd and 4th Potter film. Episode 228 — Down the Toilets Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wiza...
#227: Pundits Play the Name Game
October 22, 2010 16:00 - 1 hour - 33.3 MBPotterCast is back with a special hour long episode with the Potter Pundits! Episode 227 — Pundits Play the Name Game Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#226: The Secrets of Shell Cottage
September 15, 2010 16:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBPotterCast is back featuring the return of Deathly Hallows Bit By Bit with an engaging take on the Shell Cottage chapter of Deathly Hallows, as well as the Latest in Potter news and more DH movie speculation! Episode 226 — The Secrets of Shell Cottage Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#225: Bootleg Edward Spoils Deathly Hallows
August 24, 2010 16:00 - 49 minutes - 22.5 MBLeaky's Bootleg Edward has seen Deathly Hallows part 1 at a screening in Chicago, and this week we drill him about it, in addition to some new Harry Potter news! Episode 228 — Bootleg Edward Spoils Deathly Hallows Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#224: Trailer Teasin with Eddy D
August 22, 2010 16:00 - 23 minutes - 22 MBHey Potter People! Just taped a short extra episode for you with Leaky's Edward who saw DH Part 1 Yesterday! Bigger call-in show coming this week taking your questions about it, but enjoy this PotterCast Extra episode today! PotterCast Ex10 — Trailer Teasin with Eddy D Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.
#223: From Infinitus and Beyond!
August 07, 2010 16:00 - 46 minutes - 21.3 MBHey PotterCast fans! We're back with an all new episode, as well as an all new website! What do you think?? This episode features some of the latest in Harry Potter news, a run down of all the new features of PotterCast.com, as well as some teasers for some new Leaky features coming in the next couple of weeks! Episode 224 — From Infinitus and Beyond! Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for t...
LeakyMug from Comic Con; Deathly Hallows Footage
July 24, 2010 16:00 - 27 minutes - 13.8 MBLeakyMug special! Andrew Sims of MuggleCast and Melissa Anelli of PotterCast just saw the special extended footage of the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows films at San Diego Comic Con 2010, and interviewed Tom Felton about the entire experience, and meet here in this special recording to run down all the details for you. Episode 223 — LeakyMug from Comic Con; Deathly Hallows Footage Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com ...
#221: Live at Wizarding World Orlando!
June 06, 2010 16:00 - 45 minutes - 20.6 MBPotterCast is back with a super exciting episode taped live with the Orlando Harry Potter Club talking all about the PotterCast Trio's day at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida! Melissa John and Frankie were there for the soft open of the new Harry Potter land at the theme park and had an incredible time! Episode 221 — Live at Wizarding World Orlando! Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more...
#220: Oh Snap!
May 02, 2010 16:00 - 59 minutes - 27.3 MBPotterCast is back! And we are hyper! We take loads of your Canon Conclundrums from twitter this week and go to town on them. What's Malfoy's tax bracket? Find out this and much more, including your Harry Potter News with Melissa, John, and Frak! Episode 220 — Oh Snap! Find the latest episode and explore PotterCast interviews, discussions and more at PotterCast.com Visit the-leaky-cauldron.org for the latest and greatest from Harry Potter's Wizard World.