24: Episode 24
On our January 23rd, 2006 edition of MuggleCast\u2026\n\n\n\nBoarhounds. Acromantulas. Hippogriffs. Dragons. Hellhounds. Is Hagrid\u2019s understanding of magical creatures a reflection of how others misunderstand him? While his lack of magical training could be an issue, could his knowledge of Tom Riddle prove useful in the Final Book? And just why has Jo kept him around for so long? All those close to Harry throughout the series have met an untimely demise.\n\n\n\n\nCiaran guest hosts\n\nAndrew occasionally sounds like a robot because of a glitch with his mic\n\nWe got the scoop on John Noe\u2019s first days in his college dorm\n\nMain Topic: Rubeus Hagrid\n\nWhy does he have a love for magical and usually dangerous creatures?\n\nWe discuss his training as a wizard\n\nWhat happened with Hagrid the night of Voldemort\u2019s demise?\n\nWhere\u2019s the motorcycle?\n\nHow much does Hagrid know about Tom Riddle?\n\nWe explore his parentage and his relationship with Grawp\n\nWhy has JKR kept him alive and what role will he play in Book 7?\n\nWill he survive Book 7?\n\nWhere did he go after his expulsion from school?\n\nHow much does Hagrid know about the grounds at Hogwarts?\n\nHas Robbie Coltrane done a good job portraying everyone\u2019s favorite half-giant?\n\nWhat does being the Keeper of the Keys actually mean?\n\nCan Hagrid become Headmaster or is it more likely he\u2019ll end up Head of Gryffindor?\n\nIs Ginny a Horcrux?\n\nDid fake Moody\u2019s foe glass show us something important?\n\nDid Snape use Occlumency on the Astronomy Tower?\n\nDueling Club: Arthur vs. Lucius and Hermione vs. Ginny\n\nInterview with Luna Lovegood hopeful who made it to the second round\n\nCiaran\u2019s Irish Joke of the Day\n\nNext week\u2019s discussion: Ron Weasley\n\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices