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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.

tv & film

All Episodes

00:31:01

Minisode 9: Kitsune & Wojtek the Bear

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/04/22

Jane covers Witchy History with Kitsune, the fox familiar of Japanese folklore! She also talks how to expose and handle Okami. We introduce our awesome friend, Kristin, to the podcast as she covers Wojtek the Bear. Wojtek was a cigarette-eating corporal and mascot in the Polish 2nd Transport Company, which later became the 22nd Artillery Supply Company.

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00:56:59

Good Omens (2019, TV): Is Linda Okay?

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/04/15

We covered the amazing television version of a beloved classic by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman, 'Good Omens.' This is lucky episode number 13, wherein Linda is dying from a sinus infection and forgets how to word (and no, Dave McKean was not involved with the opening credits sequence) and Jane prophecies Linda's impending doom at the hands of Jane's beloved CW. Listen in to learn some behind-the-scenes information and learn about the wise and lovely Adria Arjona (Anathema Device). Also, Linda

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01:17:23

Python is the Best Medicine: Monty Python and the...

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/04/01

Hey, there! It pretty much sucks right now, we know. So join us as we self-medicate with some Monty Python! We also talk about Jane's new running method and how amazing Mel Brooks is. Plus, Linda gets pretty dopey and calls Eric Clapton "George Clapton." Wanna chat? Hit us up on Twitter @Broomflicks! Wanna support us? Send us a screenshot of you voting for us and/or Cage's Kiss on https://podcastmagazine.com/hot50/ and you'll get a shout-out on that show! Looking for a third pod to vote for? Check

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01:26:49

The Little Mermaid: Divine Inspiration

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/03/19

In this episode, Linda and Jane are joined by Arielle (@AirBubbles) the master cosplayer to discuss the Disney classic, The Little Mermaid. Join them as they talk about how Divine (yes, THAT Divine) inspired the appearance of Ursula, how the castle most definitely has a phallic shape, and why it sucks to grow up with a famous Disney name. Stay tuned at the end for a promo from the Lady Justice Podcast!

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00:34:46

Minisode 8: Grumpy Cat!!!

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/03/12

Jenny tells us all about the pioneering meme cat, Grumpy Cat! AKA: Tardar Sauce! Yes, she's ascended to a higher plane, but this is a celebration of her life! If you'd like to check out and/or support Whisker City, here's their link: https://www.whiskercity.com/ For more amazing kitty pick-me-ups, check out Haggis the Scottish Fold: https://haggisthecat.tumblr.com/ and his cousin, Monte: https://www.instagram.com/monte_carbstock/

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00:48:16

Stardust (movie): A Bimbo, a Blueblood, and a Babe...

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/03/04

Join us as we discuss the movie version of Stardust, starring Claire Danes, Charlie Cox, and Michelle Pfieffer! This is a very special episode. Not just because we get to briefly discuss Red Dwarf and thought of briefly having man-bits - but because we have our first guest! And she's awesome! It's Sunni from Book of Lies!

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00:43:06

Minisode 7: Dammit Jane! and Lonesome George

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/02/27

Join us this week as Jane shares a historical bedtime story about a woman accused of being a witch, Jenny brings us down further by talking about a very rad (but lonely) tortoise, and Linda brings us back up by talking about boobies and turtle sex! Promo for our friends at Friends and Flayers and a shoutout to our buds at Origin of Speakcies! Check out the Galapagos Conservancy here: https://www.galapagos.org/

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01:12:16

Stardust (novel): The ‘R’ is Silent

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/02/19

This week, we’re covering our first book in the show! It’s a beloved book by one of our most beloved authors – Stardust by Neil Gaiman. Join us as we discuss a little trivia and our favorite and-not-so-favorite parts of the story, and gush about how amazing Neil Gaiman is. By the way, have you been watching the DC shows on CW? Because God damn it Jane has.

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00:43:47

Minisode 6: Zhang Liang & Cher Ami

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/02/12

In this episode, Jane talks about the first recorded instance where a person was executed for witchcraft (warning: it's a huge downer) and Jenny tells us about the pigeon who saved 198 men in WWI. Linda discusses pigeon genitalia? To adopt a pigeon or a dove or just to give money to an awesome organization, check out Palomacy at https://www.pigeonrescue.org/

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01:00:10

Mother of Tears (2007): No More Meowther Lachrymarum

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/02/05

This week, Jane and Linda discuss the final movie in Argento’s Three Mothers Trilogy: Mother of Tears (2007). Linda discusses the oogyness of directing a nude scene of your adult daughter and Jane shares her concern over ghost blueballs. Also, we talk about how amazing Moran Atias is. Keep listening at the end for a promo from our friends at Drunk Dish Podcast!

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00:18:01

Minisode 5: Bear the Koala Saving Dog (Fixed)

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/01/29

Join us as Jenny talks about our Favorite Familiar: Bear! Bear is a dog with OCD. This means he's not the greatest dog for cuddling. However, it also means he's an amazing, heroic dog who has been able to find and rescue koalas in Australia. She also shares a way that you can help koalas who have been affected by the wildfires. Check it out!

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00:55:54

Inferno: Follow the Hot Girl!

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/01/22

This week, we continue our conversation on Dario Argento's The Three Mothers Trilogy with Inferno (1980). Linda discusses words that bother people and stupid b moments in movies. Jane fawns over the perfect witch. We tried to stay positive.

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00:26:20

Minisode 4 - The Knight Before Christmas: Sober Edition

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/01/15

Linda wants to start 2020 right so she comes clean and confesses an embarrassing secret. Also, the girls decided they were too harsh with The Knight Before Christmas and decided to discuss what they like about the movie. I hope you don't love Milo & Otis, because we're about to ruin it.

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00:55:04

Suspiria (1977): Barbed Wire Room Fantasies and...

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2020/01/09

Join us as we discuss the first in Dario Argento's Mother Trilogy: Suspiria. We talk about the benefits of having a room for your barbed wire and how stupid-hot and awesome Joan Bennett was. Sorry for the audio issues. We promise the sound quality is better in our next one.

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01:00:35

The Knight Before Christmas: Dalliance With The Douche

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2019/12/24

Happy Holidays! Linda and Jane watched The Knight Before Christmas so you don't have to! Listen as Linda spotlights the amazing, talented Ella Kenion and Jane explains the #NotAllKnights movement!

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00:21:50

Minisode 3: La Befana and Lil BUB

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2019/12/18

Did you know that there is a Christmas Witch? Did you know that she predates Santa Claus? I didn't. Jane teaches us about La Befana and Jenny tells us about the sweet, adorable, delightful treasure who was Lil BUB. If you would like to support Lil BUB's Big Fund for the ASPCA, here's the link! https://secure.aspca.org/donate/lilbub Stay tuned at the end for a promo for 3 Fat Nerds Pod!

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00:52:00

Muppets Wizard of Oz: PrawnHub

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2019/12/11

This week, the girls discuss one of the great loves of their lives: The Muppets! Lucky for them, The Muppets made a movie involving witches: Muppet's Wizard of Oz. Linda spotlights her favorite character, Pepe, and Jane discusses one of Ashanti's latest projects. They both yearn for a better part for Statler and Waldorf. Stay tuned at the end for an amazing promo for our friends at 3 Spooked Girls!

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00:20:18

Minisode 2: Lulu The Pig

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2019/12/04

In this, our second minisode, we finally meet our co-co-host, Jenny! She tells us the amazing story of Lulu the Pig who saved a woman's life! She also tells us about her beloved pig, Truffles, and an awesome pig sanctuary called Ironwood (http://www.ironwoodpigs.org/) Sadly, Jane's beloved kitty passed away and she (understandably) couldn't study a history story this week. In the episode, I say that her schedule wouldn't allow for it, because I didn't know if it was okay to share that information

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00:55:22

Suspiria (2018): They'll Hollow Me Out and...Stuff Me...

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2019/11/27

This week, Linda and Jane discuss the 2018 version of Suspiria. Linda gives a brief report on the awesomeness of Tilda Swinton and Jane briefly discusses RAF and Berlin in 1977. Make sure you get a good stretch before this episode.

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00:25:26

Minisode: The Night Witches and Sergeant Stubby

Bedknobs and Broomflicks ·

2019/11/20

In our first minisode, Jane shares the story of some badass ladies, The Night Witches, and Linda shares the story of her next tattoo – our favorite familiar, Sergeant Stubby. Jane is kicking herself for not mentioning that Marina Rashkova recieved the first state funeral and Linda is kicking herself for not finding Stubby the Dog earlier in her life. Enjoy!

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