Arjun Gupta and Elle Lipson join us to talk about episode 407, "The Side Effect" and the message at its heart, plus a deep dive into who Penny 40 sees at the end of the episode. This episode is noisier than normal -- a side effect, if you will, of Arjun's environment in Bombay. We think you'll enjoy it anyway, but you might want to listen to it in your car or over a speaker instead of on headphones!

Kacey Rohl and show writer Christina Strain bring BFE (Big Female Energy) to this week's episode of PKW. From canon queer ladies to tonally appropriate Egyptian myths to Penny23 and Penny40's meeting of the minds, we get these lovely ladies' two cents on this epic episode. Don't miss it!

Writer Mike Moore and actor Sergio Osuna guest to talk about episode 405, "Escape from the Happy Place," and why exactly it is that Mike likes to rip our hearts out every season. Plus, Alice's redemption arc, the silence of the sloths, and more! Cover art for this episode is by Lauren Rubin. Check out more of their incredible work on Twitter @notcoolco or Instagram @notcoolcompany.

Showrunner Henry Alonso Myers shares his insights on werewolf sex, sympathetic monsters, and cliffhanger endings. Plus, Mosh (that's Margo and Josh's ship name, for the uninitiated) and a very Margo-centric fashion segment.

Flying solo, Dani and Clara talk luck, bears, gods, and titans as the break down Episode 403, "The Bad News Bear." Plus, pigeons with sandwiches and the BroTP to end all BroTPs: Quentin and Julia.

Rick Worthy guests on the 50th episode of Physical Kids Weekly to discuss Dean Fogg's journey over the past four seasons, plus character acting, musical episodes, fashion, and -- of course -- TODD. We even get a taste of his singing ability! So #DoSomeGoddamnMagic and listen to this delightful conversation with a man who's been part of almost every major sci-fi and fantasy franchise of the last 20 years. Art for this week's episode comes from Twitter user @janieromel, who does incredible...

Ember's kittens, it's Season 4! Showrunners Sera Gamble and John McNamara join Clara and Dani to break down the Season 4 premiere. From murderous monsters to mistaken identities to unusual pairings (Alice and...Santa?!), we cover all the bases. Plus, John and Sera share their TV writing philosophies, preview Margo's musical transformation, and discuss the fate of Humbledrum. Don't miss it!

Dani and Clara are back with a breakdown of the Season 4 trailer, plus the storylines they're most excited to see explored in the months to come.

We talk to show writer Elle Lipson about what it's like to write a musical episode your very first time out the gates, creating the BrakebillsU and WelcomeToFillory websites, and what she's excited about for Season 4. Don't miss it!

PKW breaks its summer hiatus to char with show writer Christina Strain about comics, character development, and -- of course -- the Red Dinner Party.

It's the season 3 finale, and PKW is back (and a little loopy) with "The Magicians" author Lev Grossman. From the library and Penny Prime to mythology and bureaucracy to highlights from throughout the season, this is a deep dive with some deep weirdness. Check it out!

Sloths and llamas and bears, oh my! Sergio Osuna (Rafe) and show writer David Reed join to talk about episode 312, "The Fillorian Candidate." In this episode, you'll hear about how the pilot was written, how David threatened to quit if he couldn't have Humbledrum, and how Sergio's acting choices in his audition tape led directly to this episode's revolutionary revelations.

Show writers Mike Moore and Henry Alonso Myers join Clara and Dani to discuss time loops, charming cunicular captains, and ominous portents for the end of the key quest. Plus, Romeo and Juliet vibes and the return of Marina!

Dani and Clara return to break down episode 310, "The Art of the Deal." From underworld shenanigans and the mythological ecosystem of the show to fairy slavery and the "red dinner party," the girls hit all the highlights in this incredible and intense episode. And of course, they update you on their latest fan theories. Don't miss it!

Olivia Taylor Dudley joins Dani and Clara to talk about the many sides of Alice Quinn and answer listener questions. Plus, we chat about her dogs, how "The Magicians" has changed her creative process, and her obsession with TV.

Hannah Levien joins Clara and guest interviewer Lauren (from @housatmurs) to talk about her character Victoria, working with Marlee Matlin and Felicia Day, and the origins of her interest in fantasy. Find Hannah on Facebook and Instagram @hannahlevienofficial, and on Twitter @hannahlevien.

Traitors and demons and demigoddesses, oh my! It's the muuuuuusical episode! Dani and Clara sing along to "Under Pressure," then dissect the episode, covering everything from the differences between medieval and modern scales to references to musicals of yore and the meaning of lyrics.

Stella Maeve (Julia) and Brittany Curran (Fen) join for episode 308, "Six Short Stories About Magic," to talk artistic process, recovering from trauma, and why their characters need each other right now. Plus, we discuss the brilliant final ten minutes of this week's episode, and what it's like to be on a show that's constantly breaking new ground.

Clara and Dani go solo for episode 307, "Poached Eggs," to talk about privilege, power and transfers thereof, and whether Fen should leave Eliot for Todd (spoiler: she totally should).

Geek queen @feliciaday joins to talk about her character Poppy, depression monsters, fairy eggs, video games, indie media, and...vagina dentata? This is one episode you definitely don't want to miss!

Magicians writer Mike Moore guests to talk about the show's most emotional episode yet. From the episode's inspirations to the emotions it conjures up in viewers to the unique lighting and production design, Mike takes listeners behind the scenes for the wild ride that is "A Life in the Day."

Clara and Dani reconvene for a special episode on fan theories! From the meaning of the key shapes, to the source of Ars Deicidium, to the possibility that the entire series is just a warped Jacob's Ladder ripoff, we discuss YOUR fan theories and make our own predictions about the rest of Season 3.

Arjun Gupta (Penny) guests to give us the lowdown on "Be the Penny," from watching his own funeral, to growing up from beyond the grave, to the secrets behind Penny's suit. Plus, working with Shannon Kohli on her directorial debut, trying not to crack up at Dustin Ingram, and Arjun...raps? Make sure you listen to this one all the way through.

A sleep-deprived Clara and Dani return to discuss episode 303, "The Losses of Magic." This episode has pirates, fairies, and one badass High Queen...plus a 5-minute tangent about "Demolition Man." I did say we were sleep deprived, right?

Brittany Curran (Fen) shares her favorite behind-the-scenes moments from "Heroes and Morons," and talks about the Muntjac, Fray, and how she worked with her therapist to bring empathy and humanity to Fen's log lady scenes. Plus, it's the return of crackpot fan theory funtime with Clara, and no Brittany episode would be complete without a deep dive into the world of Cheetos.