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| E26: The Three Ds | 29 Oct 2026 | 01:11:14 | |
Today, we cover chapters 65 through 67 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss several Sleep Tight Evangeline updates, Strike and Robin discussing the case in Ironbridge, and their interview with Ian Griffiths and Dilys Powell. Next episode (12 November): Chapters 68-69 | |||
| E25: (Don't) Be My Valentine | 15 Oct 2026 | 01:26:22 | |
Today, we cover chapters 60-64 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Robin and Murphy's argument about the case, Strike's phone call with Wardle, Robin's interview with Valentine Longcaster, and Robin's call with Ilsa and the aftermath. Next episode (29 October): Chapters 65-67 Links: www.thesefilespod.com/ www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E24: More Precious Than Rubies | 02 Oct 2026 | 01:17:41 | |
In this episode, we cover chapters 57-59 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Strike's trip to Scotland by train, Robin's interview with Sapphire's friend Tia, and Strike's interview with Jade Semple. Next episode (15 October): Chapters 60-64 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E23: Pat Is The Captain Now | 10 Sep 2026 | 01:15:55 | |
Today, we cover chapters 52-56 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Robin talking to Dev and tailing Jim Todd, Strike tailing Plug, and Robin calling Ilsa. Next episode (24 September): Chapters 57-59 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E22: Captain Ilsa Has Abandoned Ship | 27 Aug 2026 | 01:05:34 | |
Today, we cover chapters 48-51 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Strike's call with Ilsa, Robin's and Strike's meeting with Decima and argument, and Strike's call with Bijou. Next episode (10 September): Chapters 52-56 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E21: Vault Body Pics > Kim Body Pics | 13 Aug 2026 | 01:05:34 | |
Today, we cover chapters 45-47 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Robin's interview with Gretchen Schiff, Kim's arrival with the vault crime scene pictures, and the analysis of the pictures. Next episode (27 August): Chapters 48-51 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E20: She Doth, She Doth Indeed | 30 Jul 2026 | 01:46:16 | |
Today, we cover chapters 43 and 44 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss the latest Sleep Tight Evangeline news, Robin's thoughts about Strike's Christmas gift, and Strike's interview with Rupert's flatmate Zac. Links: https://www.freud.org.uk/2020/04/27/freud-at-home-at-his-desk/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farnese_Artemis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Temple_of_Artemis#Ephesian_Artemis https://www.bridgemanimages.com/en-US/pilkington-cathie/el-shaddai-2013-oil-paint-on-patinated-bronze/oil-paint-on-patinated-bronze/asset/3610326 https://observer.co.uk/culture/art/article/cathie-pilkingtons-uncanny-sculptures https://www.reddit.com/r/cormoran_strike/comments/1ub6572/comment/osx9ia7/ https://www.royalacademy.org.uk/exhibition/project-cathie-pilkington-anatomy-of-a-doll https://www.npg.org.uk/collections/search/person/mp166340/cathie-pilkington https://fartingsofafaculty.blogspot.com/2026/06/another-new-twitter-header-curious.html https://fartingsofafaculty.blogspot.com/2026/06/as-freud-might-say-sometimes-desk-is.html | |||
| Season 6 Outtakes, Part 2 | 16 Jul 2026 | 00:48:12 | |
In this week's episode, we have part 2 of our outtakes for this season, and yes, we're just as surprised as you that we manage to get anything done while we're recording. Next episode (30 July): Chapters 43-44 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E19: Horcruxes, Not Hallows (ft Kurt) | 02 Jul 2026 | 01:44:26 | |
This week, we cover chapters 40-42 of The Hallmarked Man with special guest, Kurt. We discuss Strike at Lucy's Christmas party, Robin opening Strike's Christmas gift, and Strike discovering the vandalism on the agency's door. Next episode (16 July): Season 6 Outtakes, Part 2 Links: https://x.com/kasstl1 www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E18: Bobbin for Whiskey | 18 Jun 2026 | 01:47:56 | |
This week, we cover chapters 36-39 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Strike's interview with Sacha Legard, Robin's argument with Linda, Strike's questionable research, and Robin, her family, and Murphy at the Bay Horse pub. Next episode (2 July): Chapters 40-42, with Kurt Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E17: Tainted Love | 04 Jun 2026 | 01:50:15 | |
This week, we cover chapters 33-35 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Rokeby and Sacha Legard contacting the office, Robin travelling to Masham with Murphy, and Strike thinking about Charlotte and Robin while on surveillance. Next episode (18 June): Chapters 36-39 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E16: Unromantic, Unwilling, Unbearable | 21 May 2026 | 01:35:38 | |
Today, we cover chapters 31 and 32 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Culpepper's second hit piece on Strike, Strike losing his temper, and he and Robin's talk. Next episode (4 June): Chapters 33-35 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E15: The Pickled Interviews | 07 May 2026 | 01:52:01 | |
Today, we cover chapters 28-30 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Strike's interview with Jim Todd, Robin's altercation in Harrod's, Robin's interview with Albie Simpson-White, and pickles. Next episode (21 May): Chapters 31-33 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E14: The Cursed Cut & Paste Episode | 23 Apr 2026 | 02:30:19 | |
This week, we cover chapter 27 of The Hallmarked Man. (Kenz was ill when we were meant to record the second half of this episode together.) We discuss Robin and Murphy looking at a house, Lindsay and Pools deep dive into whether Strike is a bastard to Midge, and include the partner's chat we recorded for episode 15. Next episode (7 May): Chapters 28-30 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Season 6 Outtakes, Part 1 | 02 Apr 2026 | 00:44:12 | |
This week, we have a surprise bonus episode with part 1 of this season's outtakes while we're on break. (See also: what happens when three women with ADHD record a podcast!) Next episode (23 April): Chapters 27-28 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E13: A Crunchy Mystery | 12 Mar 2026 | 01:34:32 | |
This week, we cover chapters 24-26 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Robin's interview with Pamela, Strike's visit to Gibsons, and his chat with Ralph Lawrence. Next episode (26 March): Chapters 27-28 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E12: Sleep Tight, Everyone Except Murphy | 06 Mar 2026 | 01:26:32 | |
This week, we cover chapters 22 and 23 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Strike 9's creepy title, Sleep Tight, Evangeline, Robin helping Strike with his Christmas shopping, and Culpepper's first hit piece on Strike. Next episode (12 March): Chapters 24-26 Links: https://x.com/jk_rowling/status/2016160254786994515?s=20 https://trademarks.ipo.gov.uk/ipo-tmcase/page/Results/1/UK00003970187 https://x.com/theladybeatric3/status/2022383308219523319?s=20 www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E11: Fowl Play | 13 Feb 2026 | 01:47:05 | |
This week, we cover chapters 18-21 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Strike and Robin's interview with Daz and Mandy, Strike and Robin reviewing the Ramsay Silver camera footage, and Strike's meeting with Shanker. Next episode (5 March): Chapters 22-24 Links: https://cosmicwaves.substack.com/p/the-alchemy-of-frost-and-flow-the www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E10: The Clues are in the Charms | 30 Jan 2026 | 01:26:34 | |
This week, we discuss JKR's bracelet Twitter header, the Strike 9 emojis, and the latest filming news for The Running Grave. Next episode (12 February): Chapters 18-21 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E9: Keeping the Peace | 16 Jan 2026 | 01:20:02 | |
This week, we cover chapters 16 and 17 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Strike and Kim running into Nina while on surveillance, Barclay's arrest, and Midge asking Robin about Strike and Kim. Next episode (29 January): Chapter 18 and the JKR bracelet Twitter header Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E8: Swamp of Shoulds | 02 Jan 2026 | 02:02:57 | |
This week, we cover chapters 14 and 15 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss the official press release for the BBC adaptation of The Running Grave, Strike and Robin's visit to Ramsay Silver, and their discussion of what they've learned. Next episode (15 January): Chapters 16-17 Links: https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/missing-in-america/bryce-laspisa-california-missing-person-rcna229928 https://www.theguardian.com/uk/1999/mar/20/duncancampbell www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E7: Super Secret Sensitive Info | 19 Dec 2025 | 01:54:10 | |
In this week's episode, we cover chapters 10-13 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Strike's birthday, our duo plus Murphy discussing the case over pizza, and the agreement to take Decima's case. Next episode (1 January): Chapters 14-15 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E6: Jube Cubed | 05 Dec 2025 | 01:55:02 | |
This week, we cover chapters 7-9 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss Robin looking into the Mullins case, Strike's phone call to Rupert Fleetwood's aunt, and Robin and Murphy's discussion about the case and her recent diagnosis. Next episode (18 December): Chapters 10-13 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E5: Love of the Soul | 21 Nov 2025 | 01:43:08 | |
In this week's episode, we cover chapters 4-6 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss the Eros and Psyche myth more in-depth, our duo's debrief after Strike's interview with Decima, Robin's conversation with Murphy about her medical issue, and meeting Kim Cochran for the first time. (Boo!) Next episode (4 December): Chapters 7-9 Links: https://www.amazon.ca/Waves-Tristwick-Cornish-Romance-Book/dp/B0F55G6V15 https://together.stjude.org/en-us/emotional-support-daily-life/bereavement/gender-differences-in-grieving.html www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E4: The Worst of It | 07 Nov 2025 | 02:04:00 | |
In this episode, we cover chapters 1-3 of The Hallmarked Man. We discuss the latest Strike 9 and The Running Grave TV news, Strike's drive to/interview with Decima, and Robin's stay in the hospital. Next episode (20 November): Chapters 4-6 Links: https://www.reddit.com/r/cormoran_strike/comments/1oeunl6/you_saved_me_saved_in_vain_if_you_ruin_yourself/ https://www.birdfy.com/blogs/blogs/what-do-starlings-symbolize-insights-into-their-spiritual-meaning?srsltid=AfmBOopiXHqwSJBnFbMFg1uewNvJ87eQLGQjEss7vsw9vpeHJ1KFvHRU www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E3: THM Listener Reaction Call-In, Part 2 | 09 Oct 2025 | 02:09:33 | |
This week, we have part 2 of our listener reaction call-in episode for The Hallmarked Man! Thank you to Lindsay, Tanya, Charie, Ashley, Mozart Galbraith, Amanda, Mandi, Franzi, Fiona, K, Nina, Annachiara, Natalie, Erica, and Elizabeth for their appearances on this episode! Next episode (TBA): Chapters 1-3 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E2: THM Listener Reaction Call-In Episode, Part 1 | 25 Sep 2025 | 02:00:48 | |
This week, we have part 1 of our listener reaction call-in episode for The Hallmarked Man! Thank you to Devika, Ali, Lucy, Jessica, Ashley, Franchesca, Cat, Nelli, Selena, Katie, Kelsey, Emily & Mary, Val, Louise, and Mary for their appearances on this episode! Next episode (9 October): THM Listener Reaction Call-In Episode, Part 2 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| E1: The Hallmarked Man Review & Reactions | 03 Sep 2025 | 01:59:37 | |
This week, we bring you our spoiler-filled review and in-the-moment reactions to Robert Galbraith's The Hallmarked Man. What a ride! Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| The Hallmarked Man Listener Predictions | 24 Aug 2025 | 02:47:59 | |
This week, we have our first ever listener predictions episode, this time for The Hallmarked Man! It's split into spoiler-free and spoiler-filled sections (with the latter having spoilers for the five minute audio sample and the teaser videos from Robert Galbraith's social media pages). We also share our thoughts on some of the predictions as well as the sample. (Please keep our public comments section as spoiler free as possible - feel free to message or email us your spoiler-y thoughts!) See you on the other side! Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Happy 60th Birthday, JK Rowling! | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:17:27 | |
Happy birthday, JK Rowling! We may not have a table at the Ritz or a donkey balloon on standby, but we’re celebrating you with heartfelt thanks for stories that resonate so deeply and characters we love like old friends. With love from Kenz, Lindsay, Pools, and all of The Strike and Ellacott Files listeners Special thanks to: Iris, Ali, Ashlyn, Bastian, Beth/Mike/James/Lily, Carrie, Chloe, Deb, Denise, Ricke, Ginger, Heather, Jack, Jen, Mr Magspie, Kurt, Mary, Mayan, Nathan, Ntongase, Patricio, Rachael, Ragnhild, Tharsila, Beatrice, Virginia, MozartGalbraith, Glenda (Let Women Peak), Katie, Marcus, Svitlana, Kairos, Raven, Domenico, Amanda, Annachiara, Emily, Jyoti, Lisa, Mojca, Nina, @RowlingMore Team, Anaïs, Natasha, Ira, Armando and Abby Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Season 5 Outtakes & Bloopers | 24 Jul 2025 | 01:00:28 | |
Today, we have a special bonus episode showcasing all of our best outtakes and bloopers from season 5 covering The Silkworm. Let us know some of your favorites! Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Request for Messages (for JKR's 60th Birthday) | 17 Jul 2025 | 00:11:29 | |
Today, we have a bonus off-the-cuff episode! We request submissions for our compilations of birthday wishes to Jo for her 60th birthday, discuss upcoming podcast updates as well as Harry Potter TV news. Next episode (24 July): Season 5 Outtakes & Bloopers Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| The Hallmarked Man Predictions | 09 Jul 2025 | 03:09:22 | |
In anticipation of recording our listener call-in episode for The Hallmarked Man this weekend, this week we discuss everything we know about the book, our predictions, and some of our favorite listener predictions. Next episode (24 July): The Hallmarked Man Predictions (Listener Call-In Edition, Part 1) Links: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/let-women-peak/5947889#google_vignette https://thesefilespod.com/blog/why-i-stand-with-j-k-rowling/ https://strikefans.com/the-hallmarked-man/ www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 17: Chivalry Isn't Dead (It's a Hand Kiss) | 26 Jun 2025 | 02:50:56 | |
Today, we conclude our reread of The Silkworm with chapters 48-50. We discuss The Running Grave filming news, Strike's confrontation of Quine's killer, and the ending of the book. Next episode (10 July): Season 5 Outtakes & Bloopers Links: https://simanaitissays.com/2013/09/19/english-clubland/ https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 16: Maybe He's Born With It, Maybe It's Patriarchal Entitlement | 12 Jun 2025 | 02:11:30 | |
Today, we cover chapters 44-47 of The Silkworm. We discuss the synopsis of The Hallmarked Man, Strike and Robin's interview with Kathryn Kent and Pippa, and Strike and Al's arrival at Larry Pinkelman's party. Final SW episode (Chapters 48-50): 26 June Links: https://robert-galbraith.com/strike-books/the-hallmarked-man/ www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 15: Back, Crack, & Ballsack Brothers | 29 May 2025 | 02:47:43 | |
Today, we cover chapters 42 and 43 of The Silkworm. We discuss the latest Hallmarked Man updates, Strike and Robin speaking with Orlando, and Strike's interview with Michael Fancourt. Next episode (12 June): Chapters 44-47 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 14: A Circle of Worms & Dicks | 15 May 2025 | 01:41:40 | |
Today, we cover chapters 38-41 of The Silkworm. We discuss Leonora's arrest, Strike's visit to HMP Holloway as well as the River Café, and Strike's thoughts about Charlotte on the eve of her wedding. Next episode (29 May): Chapters 42-44 Links: https://www.thegrouchoclub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/DINING-ROOM-01-JUL-2024.pdf https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rose_West www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 13: TSEF is Cancelled | 01 May 2025 | 02:27:51 | |
Today, we cover chapters 36 and 37 of The Silkworm. We discuss a topic we've not talked about before, Strike's interview with Jerry Waldegrave, and his confrontation with Pippa. Next episode (15 May): Chapters 38-41 Links: https://x.com/jk_rowling/status/1906146928636641448 https://thesefilespod.com/blog/tsefs-dissertation-on-strikes-sex-appeal/ https://open.spotify.com/show/2K186zrvRgeE2w0wQjbaw7?si=e8e2f19113334640 https://www.jkrowling.com/opinions/j-k-rowling-writes-about-her-reasons-for-speaking-out-on-sex-and-gender-issues/ www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 12: The Duchess of Masham | 17 Apr 2025 | 01:35:54 | |
Today, we cover chapters 32-35 of The Silkworm. We discuss Robin attending Ms Cunliffe's funeral, Strike and Nina's dinner together, Michael Fancourt's TV interview, and Robin's interview with the old man in the bookshop. Next episode (1 May): Chapters 36-38 Links: https://www.open.ac.uk/courses/english https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/214008/Uproar-as-shops-ban-Christmas-Cliff-Richard-songs www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 11: CTFU & Eat Your Burger | 03 Apr 2025 | 02:04:42 | |
This week, we cover chapters 29-31 of The Silkworm. We discuss Strike's interview with Daniel Chard, Robin and Strike's heart-to-heart at Burger King, and Strike's story about he and Dave Polworth in Australia. Next episode (17 April): Chapters 32-35 Links: https://thesefilespod.com/blog/looking-at-clues/ https://thesefilespod.com/blog/a-maid-of-the-silver-sea-guessing-the-epigraphs/ https://x.com/jk_rowling/status/1900570497336668294 https://x.com/jk_rowling/status/1791197492022854004 https://www.artnet.com/artists/alfred-wallis/st-michaels-mount-d1ZOYpig-hWA1kuNF_2VaA2 https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2008/06/text-of-j-k-rowling-speech/ www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 10: Books That Kill | 20 Mar 2025 | 01:48:55 | |
Today, we cover chapters 27-28 of The Silkworm. We discuss 'The Double Dealer' by William Congreve, Strike's interview with Liz Tassel, and Robin and Strike's drive to Devon to interview Daniel Chard. Next episode (3 April): Chapters 29-31 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| IBH Adaptation Call-In Episode, Part 2 | 13 Mar 2025 | 01:34:39 | |
Today, we have the second half of our first ever call-in episode to discuss the Ink Black Heart TV adaptation! Special thanks to our guests in part 2!: Franzi, Amanda, Leslie, Jack, LB, Mary, Evy, Lucy, Caro, Afton, Mary Anne, Franchesca, Anne Next episode (20 March): Chapters 27-28 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 9: Dream Lover, Come Rescue Me | 07 Mar 2025 | 01:59:00 | |
This week, we cover chapters 24-26 of The Silkworm. We discuss Strike's dream about Charlotte (a LOT), he and Robin's visit to Talgarth Road, and his stakeout of Jerry Waldegrave's house. Next episode (13 March): IBH Adaptation Call-In Episode, Part 2 Next book episode (20 March): Chapters 27-28 Links: https://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/10529041.york-minsters-heart-of-yorkshire-window-a-popular-destination-for-love-struck-couples/ www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| IBH Adaptation Call-In Episode, Part 1 | 28 Feb 2025 | 01:34:46 | |
Today, we have the first half of our first ever call-in episode to discuss the Ink Black Heart TV adaptation - spoiler alert, we loved it! Special thanks to our guests in part 1!: Rachael, Amy, Mary, Hillary, Ali, Iris, Katie, Lindsay, Danielle, Amy, Annachiara, Louise Next episode (6 March): Chapters 24-26 (The Silkworm) Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 8: A Promise | 21 Feb 2025 | 01:14:37 | |
This week, we cover chapters 22 and 23 of The Silkworm. We discuss Robin postponing the wedding, Strike's birthday gift, and Strike's visit to Anstis and his wife. Next episode (6 March): Chapter 24-26 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 7: Goodbye Bombyx | 07 Feb 2025 | 01:41:42 | |
This week, we're covering chapters 19-21 of The Silkworm. We discuss our first update regarding the ninth Strike book, Matthew's mother's death, and Strike visiting Leonora and Orlando. Next episode (20 February): Chapters 22-23 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 6: Don't Let the Muggles Get You Down | 24 Jan 2025 | 02:20:31 | |
This week, we cover chapters 15-18 of The Silkworm. We discuss Strike's birthday party, discovering Quine at Talgarth Road, and Robin's reaction to the news. Next episode (6 February): Chapters 19-21 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 5: Badly Wired Podcasters | 10 Jan 2025 | 01:55:04 | |
Today, we cover chapters 13 and 14 of The Silkworm. We discuss the latest exciting news about the completion of The Hallmarked Man, the Roper-Chard party, and Strike reading Bombyx Mori for the first time. Next episode (23 January): Chapters 15-18 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 4: The Roast of Kathryn Kent | 24 Dec 2024 | 01:45:01 | |
Today, we cover chapters 10-12 of The Silkworm. We discuss Kathryn Kent's blog, the awkward meeting between Robin, Matthew, and Strike, and Strike's first meeting with Nina Lascelles. Next episode (9 January): Chapters 13-15 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||
| Episode 3: Cigarettes, Dogs, & 1,000 Flowers | 13 Dec 2024 | 01:46:04 | |
This week, we cover chapters 8-9 of The Silkworm. We discuss exciting news about the upcoming BBC adaptation of The Ink Black Heart, Strike's interview with Liz Tassel, and his encounter with Kathryn Kent. Next episode (26 December): Chapters 10-12 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilespod http://thesefilespod.tumblr.com | |||