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An unofficial podcast by three women who love all things relating to Robert Galbraith's Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott series.

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E26: The Three Ds

2026/10/29

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

2026/10/15

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

2026/10/02

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

2026/09/10

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

2026/08/27

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

2026/08/13

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

2026/07/30

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

2026/07/16

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)

2026/07/02

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

2026/06/18

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

2026/06/04

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

2026/05/21

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

2026/05/07

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

2026/04/23

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

2026/04/02

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

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161 reviews

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sbrown9479 2026/05/21

I Tried

I really tried with this one but 7 mins in and the hosts still haven’t started the show. Get on with it. I get that you’re excited. We’re all excited....

★★★★★

The color of creosote 2026/04/28

They fill the Robin and Strike void!

Like JKR gets better with time and rereads these lovely women have made me laugh, cry, and even gasp on the train. They thoughtfully, joyfully, some...

★★★★★

Laceandlu 2026/03/07

Such a fun listen!

I love this podcast so much! Listening to it feels like having a fun book club with my besties while I clean my house. Also love how hard they ship Ro...

★★★★★

Nat2016 2026/01/26

Great listen for Strike fans

Love this podcast! These girls feel like my own friends (aren’t we??)! Fun and interesting insight, relatable Strike thirst, and contagious enthusiasm...

★★★★★

Paigerama83 2026/01/06

Obsessed

I love this podcast despite the fact that I’ve never read Harry Potter or listened to Taylor Swift. But, we have Strike and Robin in common. That’s al...

★★★★☆

Leigh25720 2026/01/03

Yay Fellow Strike Fans

I have been listening to this podcast for a couple years now. Great Strike content. My only nitpick is similar to what another reviewer said, about ho...

★★★★★

SwiftiesandStrellacott 2025/12/15

Love the trio buttttttt

Okay I love the pod, truly and genuinely so what I’m about to say may sound a bit harsh, but bear with me. I love the goofy humor and literary content...

★★★★★

por venezuela 2025/11/18

They are the best

I found this podcast and am a total fan. I feel like I have a community now who are as obsessed as me with these books which bring such joy to my life...

★★★★★

Kim4616 2025/10/20

THM

I don’t think Robin is even thinking of accepting Ryan. She’s furious about the ring. When she’s trying to figure out what she’s going to say, I thi...

★★★★★

MermaidDawg 2025/09/18

Book Besties

I absolutely go into withdrawals in between episodes! These women are my driving/household chore/walking buddies, and I absolutely talk back 🤪. Thei...

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