Spinner's End

Remembering simons_flower

severus@snapecast.com — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 05:32:26 GMT

Today the Harry Potter fandom realized a tragic loss. simons_flower--podcaster, prolific fan fic writer, Ravenclaw, mother, and master of snark--was laid to rest in a cemetery in Washington state. As a mentor to new writers, host of the Quaffle Talk podcast, and valued friend to all who knew her, simons _flower touched more lives than can be expressed in the form of a post to this blog. Although her death was sudden and much too soon, it served as an example to illustrate the love and kinship in this fandom. Sometimes pictures are more effective than words in expressing emotions and that may be the case here...

Art by mudblood428

Back from Snape-ing at Azkatraz

severus@snapecast.com — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 02:40:55 GMT

The Snapecast staff has returned from Azkatraz so be on the lookout for a recap episode shortly. In the mean time, here are a few memorable moments from the con...

Snarky was super naughty, receiving multiple arrest warrants for pooping on conference patrons, breach of employee confidentiality, tampering with mail, and other owl-related offenses...

There was also a beautiful Snape profile at the con...

Also Snape must have escaped from our hotel room because we did have a Snape-shaped hole....

If you would like to see pics from the Snapecast Meetup at The Press Club there is a Flickr group here.

Spinner's End Squee

severus@snapecast.com — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:34:11 GMT

It looks like we FINALLY have our first glimpse of Spinner's End in all its shabby glory...

Some more of the wig...

And there's a video clip of the Trio and Ginny discussing the Advanced Potions book.

Windblown!Snape Confirmed

severus@snapecast.com — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 07:13:18 GMT

It turns out that the poster with Snape and his greasy locks blowing in the wind was legit. Click on the image below for the high res version of what Mugglenet is calling the "bad guys poster". Man, what will it take for Snape to lose this "villain" reputation?

Snape in LA

severus@snapecast.com — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 04:46:41 GMT

There's a new billboard in LA with a very airbrushed Snape...

Another Snape poster...poor quality but promsing

severus@snapecast.com — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 02:55:56 GMT

UHP has posted 6 new HBP posters and one of them features Snape. The picture is blurry, but it has some potential.

And I do think it is slightly different than this one. In the blurred pic, the robe and hair are swishing in a semi-dramatic fashion. ;)

EPISODE 33

severus@snapecast.com — Fri, 15 May 2009 14:03:09 GMT

Direct Download the entire episode - 38 MB (1:18:51)

The Spring Cleaning Episode
Doing Martha Stewart proud...

Content for this episode:

This is Snapecast - (0:00)
Voice: Chris
- Soundbyte: Alan Rickman, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

Introduction - (0:58)
Hosts: Rachael, Rose, Shannon
- Things to look forward to at ~~Snapey~~LeakyCon.
- Plans for a Snape meetup at Azkatraz.
- In which WB claims top spot on our sh*tlist.
- Coming up in this show.

The Snape Report - (14:57)
Announcer: Jonathan
News for now. (Send your news to snapenews@gmail.com)
- WB ~~screws with our Snape-ing~~ YET AGAIN moves the release date for HBP.
- Despite WB’s nefarious machinations, Snapecast is organizing a meetup to ensure that Azkatraz will be full of Snapey squee.
- WB attempts to appease rabid fans with increased Snapey content in the film trailer and promotional material.
- Some bigwigs in Ireland are apparently big Rickman fans.
- Snarky currently masquerading as Snapecast on Twitter and Dreamwidth.

Deathly Hallows Medley - (17:01)
First Impressions By: Rachael, Chris, Rose, Becca, Meagan, Shannon
- Yes, we've been sitting on this for nearly 2 years!!!!

Top Ten Signs You’re Still a Snapefan - (23:15)
Announcer: Rose

Seeing Snape In… Roundtable - (26:07)
Panel: Becca, Rachael, Rose, Shannon
- Top 5 Snapey characteristics

PSA: Severus Big Bang Sign-Ups Opening Soon - (46:58)
Announcer: Griselda Marchbanks
-Severus Big Bang LJ Community
-Severus Big Bang IJ Community

PSA: Vote for Snape in ‘08 - (48:25)
Voices: John, Gina, Wendy, Rachael, Becca, Chris

Owlpost - (50:59)
Panel: Shannon, Rose, Rachael
- In which we actually crack open Book 7 to answer a few tricky questions.
- Howlers and e-mail from the Muggle world.

Closing - (1:07:36)
Hosts: Rachael, Rose, Shannon
- We feel pretty clean!
- Join the Azkatraz Snape Meetup Community
- Severus Big Bang sign-ups begin June 1st!
- Snupin’s Bigger, Longer & Uncut Project will debut July 1st.
- Look for a new episode after the release of the new movie!

A Poem for All Hallow’s Eve - (1:10:40)
Voice: Chris
- Apologies to Mr. Edgar Allen Poe

Contact
Magical and Muggle listeners are encouraged to leave comments in our blogs, post to our discussion boards, send us e-mails, or leave us a voicemail. Here's where you can reach us:
Website/Blog: http://snapecast.com
LJ: http://community.livejournal.com/snapecast/
IL: http://asylums.insanejournal.com/snapecast/
Dreamwidth: http://snapecast.dreamwidth.org/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/snapecast
MySpace: snapecast
Discussion Boards: Snapecast on Why Snape?
E-mail: severus@snapecast.com
Skype Username: Snapecast

Transcripts
-Transcripts of this episode will be available at snapecast.com.

Music
Opening: - Lara St John, Bach Violin Concertos: 01-BWV 1041 : I. Allegro
The Snape Report: – music by Allan Horn, "Newscast"
Deathly Hallows Medley: - Talking Heads, "The Book I Read"
Top Ten: - Harry Potter and the Prizoner of Azkaban: 11-Hagrid the Professor
Seeing Snape In…: - Ivan Ilic, Elegance and Refinement: 02-Handel-Suite in Fa Major (Allegro)
Severus Big Bang PSA: - Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: 08-Room of Requirements
Vote for Snape PSA: - Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: 16 Hogwarts' March
Owlpost: - Shira Kammen, Music of Waters: 03-Unconformity
A Poem for All Hallow’s Eve: - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: 13 The-Invisibility Cloak-The Library Scene; Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: 17-The Face of Voldemort

Please visit www.magnatune.com to listen to and purchase many of the fabulous pieces of music you hear on Snapecast. Snape may be evil, but they are not.

The Best HBP Poster Yet

severus@snapecast.com — Fri, 01 May 2009 02:47:35 GMT

Who cannot love this...

Click on the image for the high res version.

Snapecast Meetup at Azkatraz

severus@snapecast.com — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 23:50:36 GMT

Did you really think the Snapecasters would be hanging out at Azkatraz without a snark-a-riffic meetup to celebrate the release of Harry Potter and Severus Snape? We're in the works of scheduling one of our patented Snapey convention gatherings right now so apparate on over to our LJ comm and join us. Details about the time, date, and location for the meetup will be decided by June 17, 2009 or earlier.

Happy Snape-ing!

"It's Over"

severus@snapecast.com — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 02:40:45 GMT

Although the Professor is only featured for a few seconds in the latest HBP trailer, he certainly makes an impact. In addition to the scenes from previous trailers, the latest tease from the WB features Snape hurling hexes at Harry and darkly uttering the words "it's over" in a way that only Snape can do. We've captured a few screencaps which are available below. Click on the link for the larger versions...

Look at that technique. Snape definitely has some hardcore dueling experience.

I would not want to be Harry here...well then again...

...or maybe not

The scene that is giving all the Snape fans the chills.

Snape-ing one day early isn’t necessarilly a good thing

severus@snapecast.com — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:09:56 GMT

After initially delaying the release of Harry Potter and the Halfblood Prince 8 months, Warner Brothers is now giving us one extra day of Snape-ing and releasing the film on July 15, 2009. Unfortunately this may cause some stress for Azkatraz convention goers, many of whom planned their travel around a midnight release on July 17, 2009. HPEF has yet to make a decision to change show times or convention schedules, but they are keeping everyone in the loop.

Snape has expressed extreme displeasure with this situation as it will inevitably inflict an extra day of lunacy upon him. First Warner Brothers ruined his summer vacation plans and now the increase in fangirling that comes with every movie (especially this one) will start one day early. Looks like it's time to break of the fire whiskey.

Snape fans will most certainly be financially impacted by this announcement as those of us who have already bought tickets to the July 17 midnight showing will have to purchase tickets for the new earlier release date. How could we imagine seeing Harry Potter and Severus Snape two days later than everyone else?

Thanks to Coz X for this tip!

Some Snape on Spellcast

severus@snapecast.com — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 18:56:50 GMT

Most of the Snapecasters have recovered from our brief affair with Rorschach and although we don't have a new Snapecast yet, we did some Snape-ing on Spellcast a while ago when they reviewed a Snapey fic. You can listen to the episode here or direct download here.

While we're on the topic of Spellcast, don't forget their Azkatraz Podcast Play Sweepstakes. So submit your Snapey story ideas ASAP. If we get some crap about Dumbledore this year, Snarky will not be happy.

Snapecast Becomes Rorschachcast!

severus@snapecast.com — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:58:07 GMT

We love ~~Snape!~~ Rorschach!

Direct Download the entire episode - 14 MB (29:01)

Content for this episode:

This is Snapecast - (0:00)
Voice: Rorschach
- Soundbyte: Jackie Earle Haley; Watchmen

Introduction - (0:57)
Hosts: Rachael, Becca
- special announcement: Snapecast is now Rorschachcast!
- why Snapefans should become Rorschachfans
- a very special Rorschach-inspired Top Ten
- stay tuned for more information!

Contact
Magical and Muggle listeners are encouraged to leave comments in our blogs, post to our discussion boards, send us e-mails, or leave us a voicemail. Here’s where you can reach us:
Website/Blog: http://snapecast.com
LJ: snapecast
MySpace: snapecast
Discussion Boards: Snapecast on Why Snape?
E-mail: severus@snapecast.com
Skype Username: Snapecast

Transcripts
-Transcripts of this episode will be available at snapecast.com.

Music
Opening
- Lara St John, Bach Violin Concertos: 01-BWV 1041 : I. Allegro

Please visit www.magnatune.com to listen to and purchase many of the other fabulous pieces of music you hear on Snapecast. Snape may be evil, but they are not.

Finally the Halfblood Prince in HBP

severus@snapecast.com — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 02:02:43 GMT

Severus Snape has finally received the recognition he deserves with respect to his namesake movie. We have a very nice promo poster featuring the Professor...

Snapecast on Twitter

severus@snapecast.com — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:45:02 GMT

Snapecast finally got a Twitter account so apparate on over there when you have a chance and say hello. Snarky also couldn't resist making one of these...

Some Snape From Japan!

severus@snapecast.com — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 16:40:02 GMT

The Japanese trailer for Harry Potter and the Halfblood Prince was recently released giving us all a tiny bit more Snape over which to squee. Here is link to the best version we can find...

It's not much, but at this point, Snape fans will take what they can get. We also have some screencaps of the two "new" Snape scenes...

Expect some discussion on the Valentine's Day episode of Snapecast....

Snapecast iTunes Problem Fixed

severus@snapecast.com — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 18:12:31 GMT

Since Episode 27 we've been suspecting that Professor Snape somehow managed to put a curse on our iTunes feed. The Snapecast staff believes that we found an adequate counter curse and now have the problem under control. If you continue to experience problems try resubscribing or shoot us an email. Happy Snape-ing!

Third HBP Trailer Looks Promising

severus@snapecast.com — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 23:07:14 GMT

The latest Halfblood Prince trailer (which will be shown with Twilight opening on November 21) looks to be pretty Snapey. You catch and download various versions of the trailer here. And here are the screencaps of the Snapey bits...

I believe we have some Killing Curse action...

Dumbledore better watch out...

And the angsty burning house scene...

*shivers*

A Glimpse of Snape in the International Teaser Trailer

severus@snapecast.com — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 19:24:25 GMT

The International Teaser Trailer for Halfblood Prince has been released and we're pleased to announce that a quick glimpse of Snape is featured! The entire trailer is just over 1 minute and 30 seconds, but Snape is visible at around 1:04....

He's with Draco so perhaps he's on his way to the Astronomy Tower? We also hear Harry saying "Fight back you Coward!" Am I the only one getting excited?

EPISODE 29

severus@snapecast.com — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 00:38:15 GMT

We're Late for School!
But if it earns us a detention with a certain snarky professor…

Direct Download the entire episode - 55 MB (1:59:18)
Content for this episode:

This is Snapecast - (00:00)
Voice: Chris
- Soundbyte: Alan Rickman, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

Introduction - (00:58)
Hosts: Rachael, Rose, Wendy
- Rose recounts her whirlwind tour of all three HP conventions this summer including real silver does, Snape gangs, Draperies, and ship missionaries
- Overall opinion of the new HBP release date: we would've preferred socks
- Coming up in this show…

The Snape Report - (20:25)
Announcer: Jonathan
- the silver lining behind the HBP release date move is that the 2009 HPEF convention Azkatraz has already secured a special showing for the conference attendees!
- while you're waiting (and waiting) for the HBP movie, you can check out this YouTube spoof. Be warned, though, there's a conspicuous absence of Snape
- The Huffington Post reports that DanRad's naked bum is to blame for the new HBP release date. Well, what can't be blamed on DanRad's naked bum?
- the wine isn't elf-made, but Snapefans might still want to check out Alan Rickman's new movie, Bottle Shock
- Rickmaniacs, let your voice be heard! Sign the petition to get a wax figure of Alan placed in Madam Tussauds of London
- artist Hever has created a one-of-a-kind potions bottle with a faux bronze Snape bust
- yet another hilarious spoof to tide us over 'til next summer, Harry Potter and the Deadly Abridgment by Mr. Frisket
- Alan Rickman talks about Harry Potter: the Musical and Harry Potter porn in an interview he gave last year to Musical Talk

Live from SnapeFest: the Snape Divide - (24:02)
Moderator: Becca
Panelists: Beth (), Seema (), Amy ()
- identifying the Snape Divide and ways to cross it

Top Ten - (1:09:50)
Voice: Rose
- Top Ten reasons why Warner Brothers delayed the release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

This Slytherin Life - (1:12:26)
Announcer: Becca
Essayist: Megan Delia
- How Snape came into focus
- "The Twenty" by Lenya Rountree

Fanfic Review: Fic - (1:17:49)
Announcer: Meagan
Reader: Gina
- "Ever More Tightly Bound" by Thevina

Fanfic Review: Roundtable - (1:31:23)
Panel: Shannon, Rachael, Gina
- we love Missing Moments fic!
- the significance of Snape and blood
- canon vs. fanon

Closing - (1:52:52)
Hosts: Rachael, Rose, Wendy
- Snarky needs to earn his keep! Please send us owlpost!
- reasons to share your Snape-ing with us
- stay tuned for Episode 30

Potions Master Blues - (1:56:06)
Wrockers: The Prefect Project
- thank you, Prefects! You wrock!

Contact
Magical and Muggle listeners are encouraged to leave comments in our blogs, post to our discussion boards, send us e-mails, or leave us a voicemail. Here's where you can reach us:
Website/Blog: http://snapecast.com
LJ: http://community.livejournal.com/snapecast/
MySpace: snapecast
Discussion Boards: Snapecast on Why Snape?
E-mail: severus@snapecast.com
Skype Username: Snapecast

Transcripts
-Transcripts of this episode will be available at snapecast.com.

Music
Opening: - Lara St John, Bach Violin Concertos: 01-BWV 1041 : I. Allegro
The Snape Report: – music by Allan Horn, "Newscast"
Live from SnapeFest: - Lara St. John, Bach Violin Concertos: 07-BMV 1043:I. Vivace
Top Ten: - Nicholas Hooper, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: 13-
Umbridge Spoils a Beautiful Morning
This Slytherin Life: - Chris Harvey, Otherwake: 01-Tensor
Fanfic Review: Roundtable: - Laurel Zucker, Mozart Flute Quartets: 07-Allegro
Potions Master Blues: - The Prefect Project, Night Rounds: "Potions Master Blues"

Please visit www.magnatune.com to listen to and purchase many of the other fabulous pieces of music you hear on Snapecast. Snape may be evil, but they are not.

Big and Shiny Unbreakable Vow

severus@snapecast.com — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 01:22:17 GMT

We finally got a big, shiny, high quality UV picture. Click on the image below to see the details...

Yes, Narcissa's hair is a bit wonky. And I don't see any elf made wine...

Oh how they tease

severus@snapecast.com — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 06:54:12 GMT

The Curse of the Halfblood Prince continues with new images of Snape released from the film!

First we have a really nice Snape wand action shot...

And then the infamous Unbreakable Vow scene...

And we have to wait HOW long to see this film?

The Curse of the Halfblood Prince?

severus@snapecast.com — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:59:29 GMT

In light of today's announcement that the release of Harry Potter and the Halfblood Prince will be pushed to July 2009, many Snape fen are wondering if the film is cursed. How are we supposed to survive the winter without our Snapey fix?

The official movie web site reflects the change and a rationalization for the move can be found here.

But there is a silver lining on this pair of graying underpants: the new release date coincides with Azkatraz, HPEF's 2009 conference in San Fransisco. The organizers have arranged tickets at a nearby IMAX for the first midnight showing. For more information check out the announcement here or join kickin_azkatraz.

EPISODE 28

severus@snapecast.com — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 03:49:35 GMT

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The Mostly Live One
For those who couldn't make it to Portus...

Content for this episode:

Introduction - (0:00)
Hosts: Rachael, Becca, Gina
- Reporting on the Snapey fun of Snapefest
- Special Snapefest Tribute Video: Edited version (5:30), Downloadable Full-Length Version (14:56)
- In which Becca squees (rather loudly) over Snape's leather jacket.
- Highlights from the Podcast Palooza, Portus, the Art Gallery, and the Swim-Up Bar.
- Rachael narrowly escapes buying a piece of Snape look alike art...

Snapecast Live! - (16:48)
Voice: Chris
Sort of Live Panel: Rachael, Meagan, Becca, Gina, Jeff, Shannon, Rose
Special Guest: Severus Snape
- Soundbyte: Alan Rickman, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
- Elf-Made Wine Supplied by Room Service

The Snape Report Special Edition: A Year in the Afterlife - (21:44)
Announcer: Jonathan
Video from Snapefest available here.
News for those who've been living under a rock for the past year (Send your news to snapenews@gmail.com)
- JKR's nefarious plot to end worldwide Snape-ing not successful: Snape lives on!
- In a devious attempt to distract Snapefen from absence of Headmaster portrait, JKR announces Dumbledore is gay.
- Snapefans on LiveJournal settle on name for their collective madness.
- Deleted scenes accompanying OotP DVD not very riveting and definitely not at all Snapey.
- Professor Snape once again snubbed for Wizard of the Month recognition.
- WB's plan to release DH as two films gives Snapefans twice the chance to get their Snape fix.
- Big-time lawsuit causes hoopla in HP fandom but really has nothing to do with Snape.
- 50+ particularly depraved Snapefen descend on Dallas for a full day of non-stop Snape-ing at Snapefest.

Searching for Snape in All the Wrong Places - (26:25)
Panel: Shannon, Rachael, Becca, Gina, Rose
- Can there ever really be a replacement for Snape?

Owlpost - (38:55)
Panel: Rachael, Shannon, Gina, Rose, Meagan and Snarky
Voice: Munchkin
- In which we ponder what might have been if Snape had been a GIRL
- The younger generation loves Snape too.
- Howlers and e-mail from the Wizarding and Muggle world.

Predictions for ~~Harry Potter & Severus Snape: The Movie~~ The Half-Blood Prince - (51:07)
Panel: Meagan, Becca, Rachael, Rose, Gina, Shannon
- What we expect to see in the next film

Trivia and Audience Q&A - (53:33)
Panel: Rachael, Becca, Meagan, Gina, Shannon, Rose and Severus Snape
Guests: Depraved lunatics in the audience
Voice: Chris

Closing - (1:05:17)
Hosts: Rachael, Becca, Gina
- Check out the Portus/Snapefest Flickr Group
- Stay tuned for Episode 29

Happy Birthday! - (1:08:00)
Voices: Jeff, Meagan
Filkster: Jeff

Contact
Magical and Muggle listeners are encouraged to leave comments in our blogs, post to our discussion boards, send us e-mails, or leave us a voicemail. Here's where you can reach us:
Website/Blog: http://snapecast.com
LJ: snapecast
MySpace: snapecast
Discussion Boards: Snapecast on Why Snape?
E-mail: severus@snapecast.com
Skype Username: Snapecast

Transcripts
-Transcripts of this episode will be available at snapecast.com.

Music
Opening: - Lara St John, Bach Violin Concertos: 01-BWV 1041 : I. Allegro
The Snape Report: – music by Allan Horn, "Newscast"
Trivia and Audience Q&A: - Lara St John, Bach Violin Concertos: 01-BWV 1041 : I. Allegro
Happy Birthday: - John Williams, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: 01-Prologue

Please visit www.magnatune.com to listen to and purchase many of the other fabulous pieces of music you hear on Snapecast. Snape may be evil, but they are not.

Half-blood Prince Teaser Trailer has no Half-blood Prince

severus@snapecast.com — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 03:32:19 GMT

We are happy to report that the teaser trailer for Harry Potter and the Half-blood Prince has finally been released and is viewable via this link. Unfortunately the previews do not include an appearance by the title character, Severus Snape. Poor Sevy.

Because Warner Brothers won't give us our Snapey fix, Snapecast will be putting out a special "Happy Birthday Harry" episode featuring audio from the live Snapecast at Portus. Stay tuned for upcoming episodes featuring audio from SnapeFest and full coverage of the upcoming HBP film.