Look Into My Eyes
Two friends, one a new reader and the other a lifelong fan, revisit the Demon Headmaster book and TV series chapter by chapter and episode by episode. They explore the themes and context of the stories, offering fresh insights as adults rather than the frightened children they were when first encountering the material. The podcast provides a nostalgic yet analytical look at a beloved series from the 1980s and 1990s.
Episodes
Episode 130 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 15 - Under The Bandages
"By The Strength Of R.." no it's not an episode of Mummies Alive, it's Chapter 15 of Facing The Demon Headmaster - Under The Bandages. This chapter is genuinely terrifying and we dissect it's horror in all its gory detail, from hypnotism to happenstance, from heartbreak to hospital horror. The plot is really picking up now as we enter the last set of chapters, with the Headmaster revealed what wil
Episode 129 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 14 - Behind The Mask
"Take it off! Take it off!", with umpteen references to the Masked Singer and a confused Rosemary to boot we come roaring back with the latest episode of Look Into My Eyes! In this episode we're digging into Chapter 14, the reveal of DJ Pardoman and Lloyd's shocking realisation of how much Dinah has been fooled by the Headmaster. We cover all sorts including a comparison to Eddie Hair, timeline is
Episode 128 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 13 - '... A Chance To See His Face ...'
We're back with a wonderful return to form and a chapter title that features punctuation again! Let joy be unconfined, as this week we cover Chapter 13 of Facing The Demon Headmaster: '... A Chance To See His Face...'. The chapter has everything you could want, from Café Puns, to angry egg women, from the mechanics of shortages to a discussion around the unique position that Phil Ashby occupies in
Episode 127 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 12 - Without Dinah
We're back and today we move into the intensity of Act 3 as we look at Chapter 12 of Facing The Demon Headmaster - Without Dinah. This chapter covers a huge amount, including hypnotism rules, a deep dive into Lloyds psyche and a surprisingly detailed conversation about the London A-Z. Let it never be said that we don't give you a wide variety, on this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes. Want to a
Episode 126 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 11 - MediaJam
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Episode 125 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 10 - Sold Out
We could never be accused of selling out, even when we're reading Chapter 10 of Facing The Demon Headmaster - Sold Out! Join us as we discuss Ellie's rudeness, an attack on the Tate & Lyle factory and take a deep dive into how Purple actually works. Enjoy! Stick around at the end to hear that even the best of us sometimes lose the ability to form coherent sandwiches.... Want to add your voice to t
Episode 124 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 9B - Reporting Back
Aaaand we're back, slightly later in the day than expected but nevertheless here with the second part of our discussion of Chapter 9 of Facing The Demon Headmaster - Reporting Back (So I suppose that'd just be 'back'?) Either way this is a brilliant episode where we dig more into Phil Ashby, Bernadette's bedside manner and of course, the one, the only, the living legend that is, Mr Hunter himself.
Episode 123 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 9A - Reporting Back
We have a real treat for you over the next two weeks as we take a double episode to cover one of the longer chapters in Facing The Demon Headmaster, Chapter 9 - Reporting Back. This episodes cover the first half of the chapter, including Dinah & Lloyd's arrival back after Maidborough hospital and then the SPLAT meeting. We also cover investigative journalism, slander, trauma and much much more bes
Episode 122 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 8 - Phil Ashby
On today's episode of Look Into My Eyes we're diving into Chapter 8 of Facing The Demon Headmaster, Phil Ashby and as usual our topics range from Architecture to Cruelty and from Role Reversals to a brief forray into the book we might have had... There's something for everyone as we dive into this emotionally charged, but fascinating chapter on today's episode of Look Into My Eyes enjoy! Stick aro
Episode 121 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 7 - Great Ley
Great Ley, High Ley, All The Leys and much more besides, that's what we can promise you on today's episode of Look Into My Eyes as we deep dive into Chapter 7 of Facing The Demon Headmaster. We use this episode as a chance to dig into the Headmaster's plans so far, and think about conspiracys, the implications of the clone and answer the question of "What was his plan to get Dinah to the hospital
Episode 120 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 6 - Dennis Ryan
🎶 Dennis Ryan, the babe they called Dennis Ryan He grew, grew grew and grew Grew up to be, yes he grew up to be A boy called Dennis Ryan, a boy called Dennis Ryan 🎶 Yes today's podcast is all about Chapter 6 of Facing The Demon Headmaster - Dennis Ryan. This episode truly has something for everyone, from canals to timelines, breadcrumbs to the antics of small time celebrities with a dash of trauma
Episode 119 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 5 - Ian's Plan
On today's episode of Look Into My Eyes we'll be saying Halloween, not because of the time of year but because today we're looking at Chapter 5 of Facing the Demon Headmaster: Ian's Plan. (and if you want the context for that joke I advise you look here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IsvscxwwNZw) In this episode we deep dive into each member of SPLAT, take a look at Ellie's involvement in all of
Episode 118 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 4 - The Face In The Photo
TW: Adoption, Losing Parents We're back! And this week we're looking at Chapter 4 - The Face In The Photo. This is a really emotional chapter that gives us an amazing opportunity to think about Lloyd and Dinah's relationship and how it's changed over the course of the last six books. Not only do we cover that but we also start to think about the Headmaster's broader plan, as well as family dynamic
Episode 117 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 3 - So—Who Am I?
"Who am I?", not the constant searching by Jean ValJean for meaning, but in fact the title of Chapter 3 of Facing The Demon Headmaster. We cover everything from Ellie seemingly giving the game away early on, to Rosemary's sadly unfulfilled hope that this plotline was nothing to do with the Headmaster. We also cover the quality of the writing and our memories of a pre-social media internet. All int
Episode 116 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 2 - DJ Pardoman
It's time to rock DJ (Pardoman) as we introduce one of our most enigmatic characters ever in the aforementioned DJ Pardoman. We cover all sorts in this episode including DJPs Omnipresence by contrast to the Headmaster's, Abba Voyage, Bananas, and the way in which Lloyd's perspective is nicely foregrounded. Join us for a great jaunt through early 2000s nostalgia, flash mobs and much much more. Enjo
Episode 115 | Facing The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 1 - Purple
Well we're back, and what a season is ahead of us! Today we're starting a new book, Facing the Demon Headmaster as SPLAT attempt to foil the Headmaster's latest scheme, involving a DJ with a changing face and a club called Purple. Today's episode takes in all manner of topics including: Local Democracy and Planning, Bananas, COVID food shortages and possibly the most wholesome moment in the entire
Into The SPLAT Shed | Episode 3 - Kristy Bruce
Today's episode features a very special guest, Kristy Bruce, who starred as Ingrid in Series 1, 2 & 3 of the CBBC Adaptation of the Demon Headmaster. The conversation takes in everything from Kristy's early memories of acting at Sylvia Young's, through to how the experience of being involved in the show is still with her today. We even discuss what it was like climbing up rubbish chutes, and where
Episode 114A | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Season Finale - Part 1
As we round the final corner it's a two part season finale! In this episode we cover the characters of the book, from the Headmaster Clone to Mrs Hunter, from Claudia to Ingrid we dive deep and look at arcs, development and all sorts of other tangents as we go. Don't forget to also tune into Part 2, where we'll cover themes and most importantly, Rosemary's predictions for Book 6! Enjoy! Want to ad
Episode 114B | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Season Finale - Part 2
And here we are with Part 2 of our Season Finale (make sure to listen to Part 1 first!). In this we cover all the themes of the book, dream about the book we might have had and come to the most important topic of all. What does Rosemary predict for Book 6? Thank you so much to you all for listening this season and we can't wait to be back on 24th June 2026. Enjoy! Want to add your voice to the con
Episode 113 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 3 - Episode 6
I had hoped you'd find your way to this episode And that would mean, oh my friend, we have made it to the end Yes indeed, but not the end of Raye's incredible new album, this week we contend with the final episode of the CBBC 90's adaptation, and it's a specially extended episode to boot! We cover everything from Revolting Youth to Holograms, Awakenings to Nonsense, as well as asking why the serie
Episode 112 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 3 - Episode 5
It's not an April Fool, but in fact the penultimate episode of Series 3 of the CBBC Adaptation of the Demon Headmaster, and what a show we have today! There's hologram tech, the clash of the titans between The Headmaster and the HyperBrain, Your Wildest Dreams and even Harvey ruining Mandy & Ian's love life. It's all here and it's all for you our listeners on today's episode of Look Into My Eyes!
Episode 111 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 3 - Episode 4
After nearly 3 years we've finally made it, to the episode that has made the phrase "Can I help you?" the most terrifying four words in the English language for Jonathan in particular. Yes indeed, we're talking today about Episode 4 of Series 3 of The CBBC Demon Headmaster TV Adaptation. We cover topics as broad ranging as Bottle Episodes, Book Burnings and Inconsistencies, as well as starting to
Episode 110 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 3 - Episode 3
Escalation is the order of the day as we cover Episode 3 of Series 3 of the CBBC TV Adaptation. We cover topics like the clash between Knowledge & Control, why the show shifts the emphasis on Tim's Parenting, and how the Headmaster's clone is a wonderful passenger princess. We also cover our first email and stick around at the end for a good four minutes of pre-podcast chat about chairs. What more
Episode 109 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 3 - Episode 2
It's an absolute cracker this week as we move on to Episode 2 of Series 3 of The Demon Headmaster CBBC Adaptation. Whether you're looking for a discussion of sexism and power dressing, Ian & Mandy's relationship or even just a god old farce, we've got it all! This is a wonderful episode of the adaptation and I hope we do it justice, on this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes! Want to add your vo
Episode 108 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 3 - Episode 1
Grab your nostalgia goggles, IRC logins and jump behind the sofa, because today we're starting to cover one of the most nostalgic seasons of the Demon Headmaster, Series 3. We cover everything, from locations to actors and Civics 101 to conspiracy theories. We couldn't be more excited to start this trip down memory lane, and we hope you'll join on this incredible journey on today's episode of Look
Episode 107 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - The Flowchart Episode!
We've talked about it long enough so here it is! In this episode we really attempt to break down some of the plot points that have been coming up again and again over the last couple of episodes, as well as finally trying to understand who was doing what, and where at all times! We also cover topics like: When did the HyperBrain and the Headmaster realise they were opposed? How are the Green Hand
Episode 106 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 17 - All The Knowledge In The World
Well we made it to the end of Book 5, and though we've learned a lot, I don't quite think we've attained "All The Knowledge In The World". This week we cover Dinah's unique ability to recite Lewis Carroll under pressure, how the Green Hands fit into everything and of course, that epilogue... Join us for a wonderful round up as we finish off this incredible book, all here in this specially extended
Episode 105 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 16 - 'Which Side Are You On, Dinah Hunter?'
It's the penultimate chapter of the book and on this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes we're answering the question everyone's asking "Which Side Are You On, Dinah Hunter?". We cover a lot of ground including the way the chapter mixes magic and science, machines with no morality, how the HyperBrain could take over the army and Ingrid's comedy timing. It's all here, on this week's episode of Look
Episode 104 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 15 - The Trap
It's A Trap! Not the episode but Chapter 15 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over, and things are really hotting up as we head towards the finale. In the episode we discuss the Benny Hill/Scooby Doo nature of SPLAT's plan, Justice for Ian and why the book continually equates the Headmaster's Clone with the original. We also talk about colour printing for longer than one might imagine, but don't let t
Episode 103 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 14 - Mrs Hunter Steps In
On today's episode we are finally told to stop going on tangents and actually focus on something as Mrs Hunter Steps In for Chapter 14. This is a chapter that ends in a really dark place but along the way we try and lighten things a bit as we talk about the joy that is Harvey Hunter, the family resemblance between Mrs Hunter and Lloyd. We also cover some of the darker stuff too, including the horr
Episode 102 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 13 - Not Just a Computer
It's indeed not Just a Computer but in fact a new episode of Look Into My Eyes! On this week's episode we dig into Chapter 12 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over and cover everything from weird students, to criminal negligence with even some Clair Obscur thrown in for good measure. It's a chapter full of emotional weight, Dinah's continued growth and some incredible foreshadowing of what's to come,
Episode 101 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 12 - SPLATweb
After a short break for Christmas we're back and ready to get stuck in Chapter 12: SPLATweb! Listen as we discuss Kate's emergence as a character, how much the books have grown in emotional maturity and the plethora of callbacks to all the previous books in the series. We even talk about Crisis on Infinite Earths and speed-running, there really is something for everyone on this week's episode of L
Episode 100 | 2025 Christmas Special
IT'S CHRISTMAS!!! And it's also our 100th episode, join us as Jonathan and Rosemary take a look back at Rosemary's predicitions, Rosemary does a quiz about page 100 and both hosts reflect on the last 100 episodes. Stay tuned at the end for some hints as to episodes you might see in the future, but overall enjoy and have a very happy Christmas! Want to add your voice to the conversation, or just wa
Episode 99 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 11 - Plum and Jelly
It's time we appreciated all the fruits of the season as we dig into Chapter 11 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Plum and Jelly. Join us as we talk shepherd's pies, editing victims, school residentials and most importantly Justice for Ian! Enjoy! Look out for our Christmas Episode next week! Want to add your voice to the conversation, or just want to tell us "The hosts are marvellous people an
Episode 98 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 10 - Hiding Dinah
We'll be searching high and low in this episode as we look at Chapter 10 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Hiding Dinah. We cover Wildest Dreams, The Growth of Ingrid and even 1984 as we go high brow. Stick around at the end to hear our recording session being overrun by a feline friend, it's all here and it's all happening on this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes, enjoy! Want to add your vo
Episode 97 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 9 - Midnight Investigation
It's a mystery to me, the game commences For the usual fee plus expenses Confidential information, it's in a diary This is my midnight investigation, it's not a public inquiry On today's episode we look at Chapter 9 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over: Midnight Investigation. Not a sequel to the Dire Straits song, but an account of Michael and Dinah's ill-fated trip to the AIU. We cover all sorts i
Episode 96 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 8 - Your Wildest Dreams
What are your wildest dreams? Whether they're scrummy dreams about ponies or sausage rolls (can you tell I've been watching too much Blackadder?), they're all welcome here on this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes. This week we're looking at Chapter 8 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Your Wildest Dreams! In this episode we discuss 90's parenting, Lloyd stepping up as a Big Brother and even
Episode 95 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 7 - KidzIn
We're not only down with the kids, we're KidzIn this week as we discuss Chapter 7 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - KidzIn (or CrazySpace in the original edition). Join as we discuss underselling, the politics of HyperBrain, and the joys of legacy and continuity in this franchise. Grab your milkshakes, internet handles and blocked websites for this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes! Want to a
Episode 94 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 6 - The Green Hand
Join us for mass surveillance and questionable sartorial choices as we explore Chapter 6 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - The Green Hand. We discuss Libraries Closing, Lloyd as a surrogate father (failing to light a BBQ) and even end up so confused that Jonathan is left scratching his head asking "What Is Going On?". So if you like 80's music references, along with our usual tangents and occas
Episode 93 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 5 - A Shock for Dinah
Join us this week as we expore a Shock for Dinah. No not the experience of going grocery shopping the cost of living crisis, but in fact Chapter 5 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over. Join us as we discuss a taxonomy of hypnotism, chapter structures and get very very invested in the relationship between Claudia and Dinah, before it's cruelly ripped away from us. We really do cover everything from h
Episode 92 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 4 - Carson's
Let's take a trip to a small cafe in Rickmansworth, no not to meet Fenchurch but in fact to explore Chapter 4 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over: Carson's (or The Cybercafe). Join us as we dive into everything from Internet Safety, to how SPLAT might have identified the Demon Headmaster earlier and much much more. Pull up a seat, grab a milkshake and join us for this week's episode of Look Into My
Episode 91 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 3 - Michael
This week we cover Chapter 3 of the Demon Headmaster Takes Over: Michael. No not the second party in a Blackmail case from October 1970 but in fact Tim Dexter's son. We cover all aspects of the chapter, what SPLAT growing up really means for the book, the wholesomeness of all the relationships and even disecting more clues as to Ingrid and Harvey's burgeoning romance (or so we're informed). It's a
Episode 90 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 2 - Who Stole Mr Smith?
Who Stole Mr Smith? Not a continuing episode of The Sarah Jane Adventures, but Chapter 2 of The Demon Headmaster Takes Over. Grab your moving boxes, brown anoraks and creeper cuttings as we dig into the next chapter of this wonderful book. Locked Rooms, The Shipping Forecast, Dinah's Trauma, Lloyd's reticence, we're covering them all with our traditional brand of analysis and wit. Join us as we go
Episode 89 | The Demon Headmaster Takes Over - Chapter 1 - Switched On Agaijn
Time to boot ourselves up again, and we are so excited to start Season 5 of Look Into My Eyes! This season we're looking at The Demon Headmaster Takes Over, possibly the most well remembered book of the franchise and we can't wait to get started. Join us as we tackle Chapter 1 and bask in the joy of Jonathan's Master Theory, the horror of Dinah's latest dreams and have a good laugh with us as we d
Episode 88 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Season Finale
Well, 21 hours, 57 minutes and 25 seconds after we started we're here, the final episode of Season 4 of Look Into My Eyes! And in this wrap up episode we try and cover the whole book, characters, themes and even break into Book 5 predictions near the end. This season has been an absolutely wild ride, so thank you so much for coming on it with us. We're going to take a break over the summer and we
Episode 87 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 2 - Episode 7
We made it through the tunnels and smoke to the final episode of Series 2 of The Demon Headmaster. Join us in this extended episode as we discuss the subtle horror of Eve's costume, Frances Amey's ability to play multiple characters and Katherine Wyeth's sublime acting as Rose in the final part of the TV Adaptation. Stick around at the end to hear several fun clips of Jonathan and Rosemary attempt
Episode 86 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 2 - Episode 6
Nostalgia, Telephone Shenanigans and Encarta, it can only be Episode 6 of Series 2 of The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again. Come on this expedition through the penultimate episode of the series as we explore Mr & Mrs Hunter's relationship, Rose's inability to act and how we love a sassy Demon Headmaster. In addition keep listening for Jonathan's opinion on the Shakespeare history plays (though he er
Episode 85 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 2 - Episode 5
Episode 5! Episode 5! Ah Ah Ah Ah Episode 5!!! We're going all out this week as we cover the fifth episode of Series 2 of the Demon Headmaster. Join us as we cover Dinah & Rose's confrontation, the follies of childhood, and answer the most important question of all: Why are they using torches when there are lights on the walls!?! Join us for this and oh so much more on this week's episode of Look
Episode 84 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 2 - Episode 4
We're generating a buzz today as we continue our journey through Season 2 of the TV Adaptation of The Demon Headmaster, looking at Episode 4. Are Dinah's woes really down to bad planning? Is the Egg small or far away as Ted Crilly might say? And why does Jonathan get so animated about Golden Syrup? The answer to all these questions and more are on this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes! Want to
Episode 83 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 2 - Episode 3
Once, twice, three times a lizard clone? Come join us for this week's episode as we dive in to Episode 3 of the Demon Headmaster Strikes Again. We cover everything imaginable, from cliffhanger tweaks to the monologues the Headmaster speaks. From Rose, to randomness, from 1984 to oh so much more on this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes! Want to add your voice to the conversation, or just want t
Episode 82 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 2 - Episode 2
Come join us this week as we disect Episode 2 of Series 2 of the TV Adaptation. What parts of the show do we think make this adaptation so rich? Why is Rose not being able to act such a great piece of acting? And just what game are they playing on the computer? Making sure we answer all the most important questions it's this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes! Enjoy! Want to add your voice to the
Episode 81 | The Demon Headmaster - Series 2 - Episode 1
Welcome back, as this week we embark on our long anticipated journey through the Second Series of the TV Adaptation! Join us as we discuss new beginnings, filming locations, nostalgia, folk horror, as well as the most important question: "Was Hunky Parker just a bad dream?" All this and more on this week's brand new episode of Look Into My Eyes. Want to add your voice to the conversation, or just
Into The SPLAT Shed | Episode 2 - Katherine Wyeth
On today's episode we sit down for a conversation with the lovely Katherine Wyeth. Katherine played Rose Carter in Series 1 and Series 2 of the Demon Headmaster TV adaptation and takes some time out of her busy schedule to talk to us all the way from New Zealand. We cover all sorts of topics, including her time on the show, her fascinating life story and even the Chronicles of Narnia gets a mentio
Episode 80 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 18 - The End Of The Experiment?
"It's the end, but the moment has been prepared for..." This week we tackle the final chapter of The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - The End Of The Experiment? and what a chapter it is. Join us as we discuss the grand parallel between Rose and Eve, the ever incurious Mrs Hunter and the ultimate futility of the Headmaster's plans. Not only that but join us as we attempt to summarise our thoughts o
Episode 79 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 17 - In The Ice House
Don't let a chill run down your spine as today we look at the penultimate chapter of The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again, In The Ice House. In our longest episode this season, we discuss Wasp Babies, Treacle and Family Reunions. We also spend nearly a 1/3rd of the episode talking about Rose (can you tell who our favourite character is?) It's all here and ready for your listening pleasure on this we
Episode 78 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 16 - No Exit
There really is No Exit as we barrel on full force towards the finale in this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes. Today we're looking at Chapter 16 and answering very important questions like why does the Headmaster insist on using proxies? What are ice houses for? And most importantly, why is Ingrid still the greatest character ever? The answer to all these questions, as well as more tangents th
Episode 77 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 15 - Into The Tunnels
Turn on your red torches and plant your creeper seeds, we're heading Into The Tunnels as we cover Chapter 15 of The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again. On this jam-packed episode we cover everything from swelling with pride at how much Dinah has grown, to recoiling in horror at Rose's actions in the final few pages. All the while comparing the Demon Headmaster to Javert and exclaiming at the Headmaste
Episode 76 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 14 - Ready For Testing
Are you ready for testing? That's amongst the questions we'll be attempting to answer as we consider the similarly named Chapter 14 of The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again. In this episode we cover the internal contradictions in the Headmaster's plans, the glimpse into Harvey's mind we get as Rose gets her comeuppance, and most importantly the triumphant return of Mr Hunter. Grab your crash test dum
Episode 75 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 13 - Hatching
We hope you shell, enjoy this truly egg-xcellent episode of Look Into My Eyes, as we consider Chapter 13 of The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again, Hatching (I promise the egg puns will stop now). We consider all sorts of topics in this episode, including are there degrees of hypnotic control? Why is the headmaster so indifferent to Eve's lizard appendages? And, most importantly, how do you play Natu
Episode 74 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 12 - Telephone Treachery
Join us today as we discuss the phone-omenon that is Chapter 12 of The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again "Telephone Treachery". We're definitely not phoning it in, as we discuss the ever changing plans of Rose & The Headmaster, Dinah's incredible fortitude throughout and even Rose's resemblance to an off-brand Bond Villain. Siri-ously though, this is a great episode, enjoy! (Apologies for the phone p
Episode 73 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 11 - Strange Things Growing
Quite apart from strange toys arriving in a child's bedroom or successful Netflix series, this week we look at Chapter 11: Strange Things Growing. In keeping with recent traditions this episode covers the entire gamut of emotions, from hilarity to depression, sometimes within the same minute. We think about nightmares, loss and the personal nature of the Headmaster's fight, as well as Grammar Joke
Episode 72 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 10 - Into The BRC!
After hearing about it for 9 Chapters we finally get to see inside as we go "Into The BRC!", on this episode of Look Into My Eyes. We cover all sorts, from Grief to Eggs, Giant Wasps to Rejection and of course the most important question of all: when will the Headmaster stop being such a drama llama?! Let it never be said that we don't cover everything, on this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes!
Episode 71 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 9 - The Creeper Again
This week we return to our favourite botanical topic of discussion as we talk about Chapter 9: The Creeper Again. Discussion rangers over evil viziers, malfunctions, reboots and even an evil lairs consulting firm of builders. There is really is something for everyone on this week's Look Into My Eyes! Want to add your voice to the conversation, or just want to tell us "The hosts are marvellous peop
Episode 70 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 8 - The Fly
"Be afraid, be very afraid", the tagline from 1986's The Fly, sadly not the subject of today's episode which is in fact about Chapter 8 of the Demon Headmaster Strikes Again: The Fly. On today's episode we discuss everything from hospital visits, to domesticity, evolution to miscommunication and everything else in between. As well as a long section where we just gush about how much we love how Ros
Episode 69 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 7 - 'Just A Little Smear...'
On this week's incredibly mature episode that isn't at all amused by the episode number, we cover Chapter 7 'Just a Little Smear...'. Not only do we marvel at the punctuational miracle presented by the chapter title, but we also cover taboo breaking with Dr Gill, the state of the Headmaster's plan (or lack thereof) and reconsider our choice of best character with Simon as the new rising star. Stic
Episode 68 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 6 - Looking For Evidence
On this week's episode we join Dinah and Simon as they Look For Evidence here there and everywhere, which turns out to be an accurate description of the breadth of topics covered on this episode. Not only do we discuss escaping scientists, the police and the proximity of death but we also cover Simon's relationship with his father and the long shadow cast by his mother's death. Stick around at the
Episode 67 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 5 - Coma
CW: Lost children, injured children On today's episode we visit the much less fun and very serious Chapter 5: Coma, in which we discover what happened to Lloyd after the incident at the BRC. We also cover topics such as: our characters encountering consequences for the first time, Rose being in equal parts enchanting and horrifying and massive massive wasps. Throughout we endeavour to balance a mu
Episode 66 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 4 - Disaster In The Dark
On this week's episode we talk about Chapter 4: Disaster In The Dark, and attempt to have fun while exploring some of the difficult themes this chapter throws up. We cover: Dinah & Simon's burgeoning friendship, the BRC's relation to the rest of the village and even how different this book feels, even in these early chapters. We try and have a few laughs along the way as well, so join us for a sli
Episode 65 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 3 - A Hard Choice For Dinah
Not to be disuaded by impossible photographs we're back to explore Chapter 3: A Hard Choice For Dinah. In this episode we cover everything, from Rose's increasingly machiavellian tactics, Simon's relationship with his father and how Dinah's lack of political nous is holding her back. Not only that but we also question everything we thought we knew about Mr Hunter and even Lloyd as he makes one of
Special | The Ghost Hunter - Part II - Collab with Thots TV
Not only one episode this week but two, and what a second episode this is! Here is part 2 of our discussion of Ivan Jones' The Ghost Hunter, covering the TV Series and the books it's based on. This is a very special episode, in collaboration with the Thots TV Podcast, and it's lovely hosts Laura, Meg & Elsie. Missed Part 1? You can find it over on the Thots TV Podcast feed or on the Thots TV YouTu
Episode 64 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 2 - The Impossible Photos
On this week's episode we look to Chapter 2 and discover that not only is this village weird but there are certain photographical anomalies too. Join us as we discuss Simon's journey through these initial chapters, the tragedy of Rose's condition and of course the most important question, where did the APE! costume go? All this and more on this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes! Want to add your
Episode 63 | The Demon Headmaster Strikes Again - Chapter 1 - A Really Weird Village...
Well it's been a while but we're back, and not only that but back with one of the most well regarded books of the series! On this episode we dive into Chapter 1 and answer the questions we know you've all been asking over our long break. Including: is Mr Hunter being hypnotised? Is being sent on a course a thing that stopped in the 90s? And of course, when is Rose coming back?!? Join us for the a
Episode 62 | The Revenge Of The Demon Headmaster - Season Finale
Well, what a season it's been! We've had birthday parties, Gorilla costumes, Wales, snow ploughs, hypnotism and oh so much more. Joins us as we recap and take a look at the book as a whole, exploring themes, characters and endings. Stick around to hear Rosemary's predictions for Book 4 and a few very exciting announcements about next season. Keep an eye on our Instagram (@lookintomyeyespodcast) fo
Episode 61 | The Revenge Of The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 16 - We Want APE!
"We Want APE! and we won't wait!", everything comes to an explosive conclusion in this episode of Look Into My Eyes as we look at Chapter 16 of The Revenge of the Demon Headmaster. In one of our longest episodes season we talk about everything, from jetpacks and explosions to hypnotism mechanics and cross-country car journeys. Not only that but both Jonathan and Rosemary have a chance to express t
Episode 60 | The Revenge Of The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 15 - The Last Chance
It's Last Chance Saloon for the members of SPLAT as we tackle Chapter 15: The Last Chance. We dive deep into moral dilemmas as the characters grow up, the chilling nature of the final scene and never fail to forget that Ingrid is wearing a gorilla costume. Be ready for a deep, uplifting and at times baffling episode of Look Into My Eyes! Enjoy! Want to add your voice to the conversation, or just w
Episode 59 | The Revenge Of The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 14 - Escape
"Es-ca-pe, that kind of sounds like Escape!", "You can read?!?". Finding Nemo references aside, on today's episode of Look Into My Eyes we talk about Chapter 14 of The Revenge Of The Demon Headmaster, Escape. What is it that leads us to question whether Ingrid is method acting? Why is this chapter a perfect of example of Cross' wonderful character portraits? And just how sassy really is Dinah? The
Episode 58 | The Revenge Of The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 13 - It's the Headmaster!
It's... Not Monty Python's Flying Circus, but in fact the Headmaster and indeed Chapter 13 of the Revenge of the Demon Headmaster to boot! On this week's episode we discuss Ingrid's rescue of the other members of SPLAT (while still dressed as a 6 foot tall Gorilla), how SPLAT being allowed to play again brings healing, and finally we return to the Grey Ladies and Office Politics. Will we finally g
Episode 57 | The Revenge Of The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 12 - HP9
On this week's episode of Look Into My Eyes we look at HP9, no not the unpublished Harry Potter sequel, but Chapter 12 of The Revenge Of The Demon Headmaster! We discuss Ingrid & Dinah's argument and dig deep into Ingrid's character, discuss the bewildering transfiguration of VHS tapes into Hard Drives and even have time muse of the Gothic overtones of an Ape standing atop a pig mask. There's som
Episode 56 | The Revenge Of The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 11 - Parcelled Up!
Grab your tape and wrapping paper as we explore Chapter 11 of The Revenge of The Demon Headmaster - Parcelled Up! Come with us on an exploration in the bleak, punctuated by occasional moments of levity as we discuss the Headmaster's dastardly plan, the utter horror of "We See What Hunky Tells Us" and even The BBC Drama version of the Chronicles of Narnia. All this and more on this week's episode o
Episode 55 | The Revenge Of The Demon Headmaster - Chapter 10 - APE!
On this week's episode we soft launch APE! as we look at Chapter 10 of the Revenge of the Demon Headmaster. Jonathan loses his mind over the APE! costume, Rosemary has an intriguing theory about Procedure 73 and both hosts try and navigate the problems of an extremely squeaky chair. Stick around at the end for our first abortive attempt at an intro too, included for your enjoyment! Want to add you
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