The Strike & Ellacott Files

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.f...

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

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 com...

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, D...

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

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/thes...

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://thesefi...

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/th...

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/...

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.t...

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...

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/2K186zrvRgeE2w...

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...

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/...

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/thesefi...

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/thesefi...

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...

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/t...

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

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://t...

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

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...

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.tumb...

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 h...

This week, we cover chapters 4-7 of The Silkworm. We discuss Matthew's rescheduling of the meeting between he, Robin, and Strike, Strike's interview with Christian Fisher, as well as his first update to Leonora. Next episode (12 December): Chapters 8-9 Links: www.thesefilespod.com www.ko-fi.com/thesefilespod www.facebook.com/thesefilespod www.twitter.com/thesefilespod www.instagram.com/thesefilesp...