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Bedknobs and Broomflicks

Linda Castro & Jane ©️

Join Linda and Jane as they discuss witches, man-witches, sorcerers, wizards, and other magic-practitioners in movies, television shows, history, comics, games, and novels. In the occasional minisode, they discuss a heroic and/or just-plain-awesome animal in their "Favorite Familiar" segment.

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01:23:54

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Eps 1&2: Messing with...

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/12/23

In this episode, we're finally covering Netflix's 'The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina,' episodes 1 and 2! We discuss our love for Jeff from Coupling (Richard Coyle, who plays Father Blackwood), Miss Wardwell (Michelle Gomez), Ambrose, the Weird Sisters, and the Aunties! We give a summary of both episodes, why that old guy with a goat is always around at Sweet 16s (wasn't he at your's too?), and finding our familiars in a catalog. Of course, we also go off on tangents about Carrie, our starkly

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01:00:48

Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass Book Series): Part 2

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/12/17

We conclude our discussion on the 5th book in the 'Throne of Glass' series, 'Empire of Storms.' In this episode, we cover how helpful Abraxos would be while your solving puzzles (because of course!), the importance of letting your friends know about your plans to have them sire children that your partner will claim, and some bad ass witches.

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01:08:05

Empire of Storms - Part 1: We Need a Myrtle in our Lives

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/12/10

Yup! Another two-parter! We're discussing the 5th book in Sarah J. Maas's book series 'Throne of Glass,' Empire of Storms. Join us as we ruin a beach-sex scene and discuss how Elide is preparing Lorcan (for supper) and the need for a Myrtle. Part 2 will be out next week.

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01:19:03

The Witches (2020): Octavia Spencer and the 2020 Pie

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/11/24

We conclude our adventure into the different tellings of the story 'The Witches' with the 2020 film, directed by Robert Zemeckis and adapted by Zemeckis, Kenya Barris, and Guillermo del Toro. It stars Anne Hathaway (who is just giving it EVERYTHING), Octavia Spencer (who we spotlight as our 'Witch of the Week'), and Jahzir Bruno (who's going to take over the world of film sometime soon). Also, you get your fill of an awesome CGI cat, Chris Rock (who's recruiting an army of child assassins), and

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01:17:23

The Witches (1990 Movie):A Boy Gets a Name

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/11/05

We can finally stop doing our best Tall Man impersonations, with calling the child 'BOOOYYEEEE' - He's given a name in a terrifying children's movie that's packed with Henson creatures, Rowan Atkinson, and bald dudes. Join us as we discuss the original movie version of 'The Witches' and the brilliant Anjelica Huston! Stay tuned at the end for a promo from our friends at Hush Hush Society.

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01:36:33

The Witches (novel): Show Your Sources, Grandma!

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/10/22

This week we're talking about Roald Dahl's 1983 story The Witches! Linda discusses a really inappropriate mis-read and we discover Jane's full name and proper titles: Jane Janerson, III, Esq, MBA, MD, DM, Magical Malfeasance Project Manager. Join us while we talk about unloved and unhealthy mice-children, grim mouse-child outlooks, mouse harems, and unproductive planning for the eradication of children.

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00:55:12

Queen of Shadows, Part 2: Witchling Knob

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/10/14

Here it is! As promised, part 2 of our Queen of Shadows episode! We finish covering book 4 in Sarah J. Maas's book series, Throne of Glass. In this episode, we discuss the actual magic-practitioner characters and (our favorite) Abraxos, the puppy dragon!

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00:54:20

Queen of Shadows (Throne of Glass Series, Book 4)...

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/10/08

Our apologies: This episode went way too long so we split it into 2 parts. This first part covers everything that happened in the 4th book of Throne of Glass, Queen of Shadows, with the non-witch and non-wyvern characters (and you guys know how much we love Abraxos). To make it up to you, we won't make you wait 2-weeks for the next episode. We'll be posting Part 2 next Wednesday, 10/14. In this episode, we cover Aelin, mopey Chaol and his bromantic devotion to poor Dorian; Nesryn, the hottest and

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00:11:42

Minisode: Kitsune Story Time with Jane

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/09/24

We ran into scheduling conflicts this week so Jane put together something special for you! Listen while Jane tells the story of 'How a Man Was Bewitched and Had His Head Shaved by the Foxes'.

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01:39:19

The Craft: Mac n Cheese, Magic, and Metal

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2020/09/09

This week, Jane and Linda discuss the 1996 cult classic (and fave among goth kids in the 90's), The Craft! They cover their issues with the story, the racist bs that went on behind-the-scenes, and they spotlight the amazing Rachel True! You can pre-order True's amazing new tarot deck at: https://www.amazon.com/True-Heart-Intuitive-Tarot-Guidebook/dp/1328566269 Stay tuned at the end for a promo for Historical AF https://historicalafpod.podbean.com/

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01:34:54

Episode 23: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (Break the...

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/08/27

This week, we're going full Fungus! Linda found out how to properly pronounce Chiwetel Ejiofor's name...and still fails miserably; Jane misses having a story with substance; and we learn that Linda would be a 7-11 dark fey. Join the witchy gals as they cover the 2019 Disney film, 'Maleficent: Mistress of Evil.'

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01:50:11

Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass Book 3): Rowan-He's...

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2020/08/14

This week, the ladies talk about the third installment in Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass book series, Heir of Fire. Join them as they discuss their love of the bait beast Abraxos(!!!!), unsweetened grandmas, and valgina dentata. Also, Jane lays down a challenge with very high stakes. Sorry, we know it's long, but listen-in to hear the best way to prepare a juicy, tender, bit of fae man.

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01:15:40

Maleficent: Fairy Fail

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/07/29

In this episode, the witchy duo discuss Maleficent, starring the beautiful (but too skinny, if you ask Linda. Eat something, honey. I'm worried about you) Angelina Jolie and the adorable ball of sunshine, Elle Fanning. They also ask important questions, such as: Why didn't Maleficent just curse the King's d*ck? Why don't they ever use the Queen's name? Was the crow guy kinda super friggin hot? How is this related to Nicolas Cage (Jane attempts to strangle her mic)? How do you catch a Linda in the

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00:49:15

Sleeping Beauty: Flora, Fauna, & Fungus

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/07/16

We're covering Disney's 1959 animated classic, Sleeping Beauty! We discuss Maleficent's magnificent style, the unappreciated Queen, the importance of socializing children, and our new mascot, Merryweather - the fairy in blue.

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01:23:42

Crown of Midnight (novel): Knobs to Come

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/07/01

Today, Jane and Linda are discussing the second book in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas, Crown of Midnight. They talk about the book's witch character, Baba Yellowlegs, and the story so far. Jane catches us up with a synopsis of the first book, Linda talks about all the feels, and Jane struggles with the demon on her shoulder that tells her to spoil everything that's coming up in the rest of the series.

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01:15:34

Spirited Away: Miyazaki Wins

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/06/17

In this episode, we discuss Studio Ghibli's animated treasure, 'Spirited Away' Also, Linda discusses the difference between her cat Kami and the Shinto Kami, Jane talks about past challenges for anime lovers, and we unintentionally pick a fight with Jeff Bezos. What's the worst that could happen? Thanks to Diana Koehm for sharing the article!

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01:00:41

Hex Wives: We Need More

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/06/05

Join us this week as Linda throws shade at Supernatural and gushes about how wonderful Unnatural and Mirka Andolfo are; Jane researches decomposition and shows off her amazing kitty voice; and they both talk about the amazing comic series, Hex Wives. We need more, Ben Blacker!

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00:56:11

House of the Witch: Missed Opportunities

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/05/22

Jane and Linda discuss the SyFy Channel movie House of the Witch. Is she really a witch? Are the diner's ketchup bottles haunted? Why can't we be watching a Lavalantula movie instead? Why aren't Linda and Jane famous and powerful screenwriters yet? Listen for answers to all these questions and more! Also, you can thank your editor, Donnie, for a new Linda-less feature in our show! Stay tuned at the end for a promo for our awesome friends from the podcast The Movie Cellar! Check them out at

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01:06:50

Minisode 10: Katharina Kepler and Judy the Dog

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/05/14

In what I believe is our best episode yet, Jane tells us all about the accused witch, Katharina Kepler, who also happened to be Johannes Kepler's mother, and Kristin tells us all about the heroic, legendary pup named Judy! Heads up: Judy may have actually been a mythical creature. Jane wants you to know that she misspoke about the male/female trust ratio. It should be the opposite - 3 women to 1 man's testimony. You can find the book Jane refers to, The Astronomer and The Witch, at

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01:13:37

Good Omens (novel): The Nice and Accurate Tangents

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2020/05/06

Okay. I'm not going to lie. This is mostly tangents. We're sorry, but we think they're still entertaining! We also manage to share some of our favorite parts and quotes of the book as well as our Riders of the Apocalypse names. What's yours? If you can, please vote for us at https://podcastmagazine.com/hot50/ and send us a screenshot or just tell us on Twitter (@Broomflicks) and we'll give you a shout-out on air! Also, thank you to those who have already voted for us! Stay tuned at the end for a

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