Speakbeasty: A Fantastic Beasts Podcast By Mugglenet.com

Happy Pride month!! Thanks to this week's Patreon supporter, Sam S.! Phoenix Register: Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature opened in Melbourne. Lucy from MuggleNet went - check it out here. An additional video has leaked from Epic Universe. The Studio Tour in Tokyo has opened as well. No owl Post. Please write in! Main Discussion: Scene 95, part 1 The gang goes bowling. More of the Wizarding world added to Epic Universe, please Fischer has no bothers left to give Even Grindelwald's fireworks are bullies. We speculate on what could change Grindelwald's mind about Muggles. How long is Jacob under the Cruciatus curse? Find out! "Hey b, I bet you thought you'd seen the last of me." Bunty saves the day! Shannen doesn't like it and neither does Dumbledore. Newtcase: The catawumpus from Knott's Berry Farm! Read about it here. Podcast Question: Why do you think the spell cast on the dead qilin failed?

Welcome back to Carolyn, our graphic designer! Thanks to this week’s Patreon supporter, Katy C.! Phoenix Register: MinaLima presents new sketches from Newt’s field notebook. There are a total of eight postcard designs, including two mystery designs. “They’re upcharging for cuteness and mystery.” Owl Post: TinasHotDog on IG writes in about how she would have liked Jacob and Queenie’s reunion to go. Main Discussion: Scenes 91-94 of the screenplay So. Many. Stairs. Confidence is Henrietta’s best accessory. Please make Kama make sense! “Insert ridiculous fan theory: GALLEONS.” No speeches = mad Marjo. “Vogel isn’t running because nobody likes him.” Did Grindelwald love Dumbledore, or just what he represented? Time-Turner: the suitcase! How do you test if a suitcase is waterproof? Someone write in and tell Carolyn why she’s wrong about Extension Charms. Podcast Question: What do you think the candidate’s platforms were? (For our takes on it, check out Episode 154, “Ominous Vibes.”)

Happy Memorial Day weekend to our US weekend, or if you're in France, happy Pentecost! Thanks to this week's Patreon supporter, the family of Mike McDonald. We miss you, Mike. Phoenix Register: WB has released an anime-themed set of Harry Potter merch that includes Newt! Give it a look here.  More theme park news courtesy of ✨️Shannen✨️!! Some of the contractors who worked on Forbidden Journey are back, including the creators of the Kuka arm! More info here. Owl Post: Sal writes in about what might have been in Newt's case. We question the composition of hippogriff, uh, 'leavings.' Main Discussion: Scenes 87 - 90 of the screenplay  "Oooh, ASMR, book pages." Was Dumbledore a Seeker? We really thought the Snitch was important.  David Yates makes us EVEN SADDER "It's giving Old Yeller." Shannen declares their mortal enemy. Credence's cause of death: too much cardio (#relatable) Newtcase: MOTHMAN  "That is. .. two pages. Eleven point font. Single spaced." Marjolaine lands the single most solid burn on Ann EVER

We’re here and we have four hosts AGAIN! Happy belated anniversary to Secrets of Dumbledore and none of the news we predicted coming to fruition! Thanks to this week’s Patreon supporter, Patricia K., aka Shannen’s mom! Phoenix Register: updates from Universal’s Epic Universe! The video Marjolaine refers to is here and the article Ann references is here. Circus Arcanus and the British Ministry of Magic all in one place! How do you balance what people know/want to see with authenticity to the films? Bandai announced a Wizarding World Tamagotchi! It goes on sale in Japan in July, then worldwide in August. “My Tamagotchi’s battery died and I felt the greatest feeling of relief.” Marjolaine’s image is here. Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature is coming to Australia! Owl Post: Jerri writes in about why the qilin doesn’t bow to Jacob or the other members of the squad. We discuss the difference between a ruler and a leader. Geoff is entering their ‘dad joke’ era. Main Discussion: Scenes 83-86 of the screenplay T

Four people?! Will wonders ever cease?! Thanks to this week’s Patreon supporter, Megan! Phoenix Register: no news is good news until you’re on a podcast that has to talk about the news JUST KIDDING – there’s going to be a Harry Potter TV series on the new streaming service Max The adaptation will be “faithful” to the books and is expected to last a decade Owl Post: none on Sundays ☹ even on Easter ☹ Main Discussion: Scenes 76-82 of the screenplay We were so young and had so much Tina hope Walking with authority + clipboard = immediate cred “Excuse me, I need to be discreet, can I have a robe?” Lally knows if you stay ready, you don’t have to get ready. We are not affiliated with OrchardWorks Wands but Geoff loves them, so check them out here. #Thally lives We don’t normally bless David Yates, but for diricawls, we can make an exception Is ducking a Muggle concept? Time-Turner: The Great Emu War “…and then 20,000 emus arrived.” We previously referenced the Emu War in Episode 18, “Bits of Scoop.” Listen here!

Thanks to this week's Patreon supporter, Ash! Phoenix Register: No news this week  Owl Post: Carolyn and Sophie write in about Grindelwald's hatred of Muggles. Main Discussion: Scenes 72-75 of the screenplay  How much does Newt know about the Room of Requirement, anyway? Shannen brings the prayer wheel knowledge  "They don't need papyrus, they have paper!" You can see a picture of the Tiger's Nest here Aberforth's ultimate plan is to stairs Credence to death  Bhutanese butterbeer at Universal when? The local theatre troupe has a real problem with Grindelwald. Dumbledore: you're great! Anyway, bye! No-Maj Movie Magic: creating magical Bhutan Tigers Nest Monastery looks a lot like what we see on screen in Bhutan. What is a qilin doing in Brazil? Podcast Question: How do you think the prayer wheel works?  

It's April and that's no joke! Thanks to this week's Patreon supporter, Pauline V.! Phoenix Register: The Making of Harry Potter Tokyo is opening 6/16. The Great Wizarding Express will feature! (PRNewsWire) Tickets are available now. Please write in with your thoughts about why Fantastic Beasts is so big in Asia! We'd love to hear from you! Owl Post: Jerri writes in with concerns about continuity and timing. Poor Newt and Theseus only get a short rest.  Owl-Bert lets us know about more word on a potential Wizarding World studio. The Variety article is here. Warner Brothers, we're ready to run the studio! Main Discussion: Scenes 68-71 of the screenplay Sum up the Fantastic Beasts movies in one sentence: "We see what Grindelwald is doing and it's weird." When you're in the basement, you know you've gone too far. We ponder Credence pondering the qilin. Podcast Question: How do you think the qilin resurrection process works?

Happy (belated) St. Patrick's Day! Thanks to this week's Patreon Supporter, McKenzi!  Phoenix Register: The Harry Potter Wizarding Almanac will be available on October 10! It's available for pre-order now. Universal Studios is now offering a vegan butterbeer and foam topper. Big congratulations to our friends at the Protego Foundation for their hard work. Owl Post: Sal and Zoe write in with their thoughts in our Podcast Question from last episode.  Main Discussion: Scenes 64-67 of the screenplay! Aberforth is so cute with the qilin. Bunty + Aberforth = awkward bffs 5ever Marjolaine has a theory about stew. "Just let her dance!" We find connections between Credence, Voldemort, and … Harry? Give us the flashbacks!! Dumbledore is spilling everything to Newt. Percival Dumbledore’s date of birth is unknowable. He is eternal. Grindelwald is definitely running a cult, right? WE KNOW YOU'RE ONE OF OUR PATREON SUPPORTERS, MADS. Time-Turner: the history of St. Patrick's Day parades in the US! Where did the first parad

We are joined again by Liz from our social media team! Thanks to this week’s Patreon supporter, Jane S., aka Ann’s mom! Thanks Mom! Phoenix Register: Magical creatures at Universal Osaka! Visitors will encounter hippogriffs, nifflers, pygmy puffs, and dragons throughout the Wizarding World section of the park. MuggleNet article here. Owl Post: Jeri writes in about the beasts in Osaka, and hoping that the experience comes to Orlando. Jeri also wrote in about our podcast question from episode 171! The main takeaway: the wizarding justice system is Not Great. Main Discussion: Scenes 60-63 of the screenplay Could scene 60 be the actual best scene of the movie? “And by that I mean specifically us, because we would argue that.” We get a lesson on mine safety! How did the squid react to the manticore tentacle? Shannen: I love you, Percy. Do we have an exact date for the movie? Penny Clearwater is here to sabotage and destroy. You can watch the Hogwarts Great Hall scene on YouTube here! Check out the Winged Victory

We're all professionals and we're doing great :) Thanks to this week's Patreon supporter, CritterKeeper!  Phoenix Register: no news this week! We also don't have Owl Post because everyone is too busy playing Hogwarts Legacy.  Main Discussion: Scenes 55-59 of the screenplay  We've got it all in these scenes! Action! Comedy! Intrigue! Dancing! Shannen demonstrates their mastery of limbic mimicry. "I like that the man is alive and screaming" - Marjolaine Teddy and Pickett HBO Max series when? What's Credence's purpose in regard to Dumbledore? If everyone has a wand, why does Jacob get singled out as the assassin? Lally gets the coolest magic! Time Turner: the use of poison for political reasons throughout history (briefly)! If you think your family is bad, at least you're not in Nero's! Podcast Question: Which scene, between the prison break scene and the dinner party scene, did you think was more exciting?

Welcome Geoff and Lizzie to their first episode of 2023! Thanks to this week’s Patreon supporter, Dani L.! Lizzie’s just dying all over the place. Phoenix Register: we’re NOT talking about the Oscar nominations Eddie Redmayne spoke with NME and talked a little about Fantastic Beasts. You can stream the Cabaret cast album (starring Eddie Redmayne) on Spotify, Apple Music, or Amazon Prime! As of the time of release, the first two Fantastic Beasts movies have left HBO Max. Main Discussion: Scenes 52-55 of the screenplay Is this the first body-surf in history? “Podcast Hosts Number 1, 2, 3, and Geoff…” Victor: ??? ??? ??? “This guy is either evil or an idiot.” Lizzie is blowing ALL OF OUR minds. A theme park tangent? In my Fantastic Beasts podcast? It’s more likely than you think. When do we get the magically-refilling cups? No-Maj Movie Magic: Alexandra Reynolds, movement specialist/choreographer! Check out her website here. She’s worked with Eddie Redmayne on all but two of his movies. Podcast Question: Do y

Marjo's back for 2023! Thanks to this week's Patreon supporter, Livia! Phoenix Register: voice actors have been announced for Hogwarts Legacy.  The trailer we talk about is here. "So anyway, moving on from my new thirst for Phineas Black…" Adam O'Connor, write in and tell us all about yourself! We hope we'll be getting more news soon. Main Discussion: Scenes 48-51 of the screenplay  Which came first, the prison or the U-Bahn? We discover the mysterious connection between Marjolaine's job and the Erkstag! The Erkstag: you can check in but you'll never check out. We need more information on Grindelwald’s followers. Who are they?? Grindelwald LOVES a good car. We debate who does Grindelwald’s graphic design. Newtcase: The Tatzelwurm! It's a kitty!!! The photo is terrifying. (courtesy of the CryptidWiki)  "And then he died. The end." A solid German medieval rock bop: Tatzelwurm by Schandmaul Podcast Question: why does Grindelwald smile when he sees Jacob with the wand?

Happy 2023, Beasties! Thanks to our Patreon supporter this week, Alicia! Phoenix Register:  Secrets of Dumbledore was short-listed for an Oscar nomination for visual effects! Nominations are released on 1/24. Harry Potter: The Exhibition is coming to Paris on 4/1.  There's some new stuff in Harry Potter: Magic at Play too.  Owl Post: Owl-bert sends good vibes for the new year!  We're crossing time and space.  Main Discussion: Scenes 45-47 for the screenplay  Teenagers: always mirror-texting. Kama:

It's our seventh anniversary! We're celebrating with our favorite memories from the last seven years. Thanks for being on the ride with us, and happy holidays!

Welcome to our VERY SPECIAL guest, Victoria Yeates! Victoria portrayed Bunty Broadacre in the Fantastic Beasts films! We gladly welcome any opportunity to talk about Bunty. Thanks to our Patreon sponsor this week, BellaBee! Victoria talks her wild audition experience and who she auditioned with. Which Fantastic Beasts movie does she like best? She also reveals which set we'll likely never see at the Studio Tour. "It was like Groundhog Day." We love to see different archetypes represented on screen.  #givebuntyalovestory2k23 Tweeds! Sleeves! Unexpected costuming challenges! It's confirmed: Bunty is a Hufflepuff!  Whose nonsense is Bunty completely over? Victoria needs the guinea pig in the scene with her. We discover an unused filming location. Podcast Question: Which Fantastic Beasts film set would you like to see in the studio tour or the theme parks?

Unfortunately, we had to fire Shannen.  Thanks to this week's Patreon supporter, Lix! We've been spelling it Geoff, but it's actually Geoff with a W - but not where you'd expect! Phoenix Register: everyone's saying Fantastic Beasts is over, but what did Zaslav actually say? If we do get two more movies, there's gonna be some big time jumps. Owl Post: who should be the new face of the Wizarding World franchise?  Seems like the people just want Newtina. As of the date of episode release, Rishi Sunak is still the PM of England. "When am I not referring to Disney Descendants?" Theseus is Zordon. Main Discussion: Scenes 41 - 44 of the screenplay  How secret can something be if you have to fill out a form to visit? Jacob ponders the meaning of Dumbledore's words, and so do we. "He's an enigma wrapped in a lie wrapped in trauma wrapped in a pumpkin pasty." Amy is bringing back hats. Bunty is just as irresponsible as Newt when it comes to tiny, winged creatures. Ann reviews Harry Potter: Magic at Play! Carolyn's art

Welcome back to Liz from our social media team! Thanks to this week's Patreon supporter, Adrien C.! Phoenix Register: Ann's salty! Variety: David Zaslav Open to Deal with J.K. Rowling for More Harry Potter Content Time really has become meaningless.  There's nothing actively in development for the Wizarding World at Warner Brothers - what does this mean for Fantastic Beasts? Owl Post: Owl-bert (aka Albert from the Wizarding World Podcast) writes and asks us who we'd like to see running the Wizarding World franchise. Fun fact: math wasn't invented until 2009 Amy should do it if we're all being honest with ourselves. Main Discussion: Scenes 37 - 41 of the screenplay  Credence is a Millennial, confirmed. We try to figure out how Divination works.  "Haven't seen any stray hotties around here, bye." Jacob's back must be sore from carrying this movie. Dumbledore definitely sneaks vapes to Hogwarts students.  Time-Turner: Mirrors and magic! We also offer useful hotel safety tips on how to avoid ghosts and ninjas.

Welcome back to our graphic designer, Carolyn! Happy birthday to Ann's dad, Ray! Thanks to this week's Patreon supporter, Lauren S.! Phoenix Register: we were on the BBC! Check it out here at the 34 minute mark. Amy and Lizzie went to the Forbidden Forest Experience! Check out Amy's video of it here. The giant wands are officially landing at the WB Studio Tour in Leavesden.  What are lumens?? The second Wizarding World attraction at Epic Universe has been canceled. Theme park chat from 13:00 - 20:45 if you want to go into Epic Universe completely unspoiled. (Despite our best efforts, it DOES get too inside baseball.) Raise a wand for Robbie Coltrane. Owl Post: Jack writes in about … TRAINS!  Main Discussion: Scenes 33-36 in the screenplay  Aberforth needs to share his cleaning recommended with us, stat.  As promised, "Do You Know What It's Like," from Zanna, Don't! McGonagall can teach ANYTHING.  Aberforth: YIKES. Special Segment: Amy and Lizzie interview Heather McGill, producer and creative director of Un

Fall is here and we are LIVING for it. Thanks to this week's Patreon, Ananda! Phoenix Register: The giant touring wands might be coming to Leavesden! We talk our dream Fantastic Beasts representation at the Studio Tour. Marjolaine shares about a French FB-themed card game! We also get some extremely spicy Disney parks takes from Ann. Lizzie quits the pod fifteen minutes in. The question still remains: WHERE IS TINA?? No owls this week :( send us your thoughts! speakbeasty@gmail.com  Main Discussion: Scenes 29 - 32 of the screenplay  Can you really describe the head of the International Confederation of Wizards as "benign?" Theseus has Big James Potter Energy. "If you don't have tea in your tea, it's not tea." Please come on the show, MinaLima! (Also, they have a new book about designing the Wizarding World, out 10/18!) #Thally is back, baby!! Albus "The Soup" Dumbledore.  Battle of the Beasts: Lizzie! vs! Marjolaine! Podcast Question: What do you think Dumbledore should have said to Vogel to change his mind

It's SPOOKBEASTY season again! Phoenix Register: new merch! Secrets of Dumbledore Loungefly collection.  The Royal Ontario Museum is hosting a SPOOKTACULAR Fantastic Beasts-themed event on 10/28. Canadian listeners, go and report back! Owl Post: Jeri writes in about Vogel's possible involvement in Grindelwald’s escape. Main Discussion: Scenes 25-29 of the screenplay Berlin = cold.. "I just … I just wanna go to the station where my friends Newt and Theseus were"