I saw a post recently discussing the CBBC classic Chucklevision (if you're a Worst Witch '98 fan, odds are you also remember Chucklevision), praising how well the programme aged due to its focus on slapstick humour.

It made me think of The Worst Witch '98.

I can certainly think of a few episodes that haven't aged so well - the episode with the robot dog and the computers comes to mind.

However, when I think about most of the episodes, they've haven't aged too badly at all. A few dodgy graphics here and there, as well as some of the modern characters costume design or modern set design such as Amanda Honeydew's hair or Sybil Hallow's magic lamp episode that have suffered from the passage of time (I remember those blow up chairs from when I was a kid)!

But, I think it has to be praised for good writing, production and design in the fact that the episodes aren't horribly aged, like other kids television shows from the same era. The 'historical' theme has a part to play in that. I would love to know your thoughts.

I feel like it would be pretty succesful, and the actors could easily play university students

First episode airs tomorrow on Substack! LINK : https://substack.com/@cacklesafterdark?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=1zd5hp

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with the wonderful Holly Rivers (better known to many fans as Drusilla Paddock) about her brand-new podcast, Cackle's After Dark.

Join Holly as she lifts the lid on what life was really like behind the scenes of the beloved ITV series The Worst Witch. From magical memories to untold stories, she'll be sharing an insider's look at the experience of growing up as a teenage witch on screen.

The podcast focuses on Holly's time in the 1998 series of The Worst Witch, making it a must-listen for fans of the classic show.

Give the instagram page a follow on the link below.

Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/cacklesafterdark?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

The cream cake house, Mrs Tapioca’s pizza, the flower drink. Probably others that I’ve forgotten about.

From Holly Rivers’ (Drusilla Paddock in the original series!) instagram account!

Cackle’s After Dark - a podcast which looks back at the Worst Witch.

I feel like this’ll be so much fun!! 😁

Season 1: Definitely grounded, the story was childish but what most surprised me was Maud causing Mildred to be expelled that definitely weirded me out and shocked me. The final episodes were great, especially The Mists of Time that was a really good episode.

Season 2; This is definitely the BEST series I liked the introduction of Clarice, Sybil and Beatrice. They had their own subplots which sometimes tied to the main plots. The founding stone was a really good plot, the buildup was amazing and the character Miss Mould was also well written but had some flaws like how can miss Hardbroom allow her to stay if it's not confirmed where she came from. But yea definitely the finale was absolutely brilliant.

Season 3: Things did get messy honestly, it was all over the place but the Miss Hubble thing was good. Mildred not getting expelled after stealing a wishing star is jarring honestly Mildred was stupid in this season. Really stupid. She let the founding stone thing get to her head (which technically miss mould saved..) but the Indigo Moon thing I liked, exploration of Miss Hardbrooms backstory was really good. I kinda wanted to see more of Miss Pentangle. as always the season finale was a blast. The Wishing Star thing was great too!

Season 4: Yes I know heavy topic but no one understands how amazing this series is ignoring Mildred recast it's actually much darker, Agatha basically sucided at the end which was actually very dark. Wormwood I really liked, and the closure of the Indigo Moon storyline made me pretty sad if I'm being honest but the way they closed it was really good and was one of the best episodes. The Head Girl competition was definitely great but I don't understand how in the magic future water when Mildred saw Ethel giving a speech she didn't see Agatha standing there? Is magic future water not accurate. Very weird. The set design of Vanishment deserves a hats off. Miss Hempnettle Vs Miss Drill was hilarious and oh god miss hempnettle I knew she was suspicious. Enid's last race was a great farewell to Enid. This season deserves a watch guys.

I'm fed up honestly, If you guys would focus on Season 4 Story you guys will see how amazing it was and how well it was written. The finale was a masterpiece too. Lydia did a great job being fr. y'all can attack Me in the comments but season 4 was really good.

Book Mildred vs 1998 Mildred (Georgina Sherrington) vs 2017 Mildred (Bella Ramsey) - which version is superior and why.

imo the netflix series is amazing, deeper and much better in story.

If you can put The Worst Witch on TV what channel do you think you would put The Worst Witch on and what channel would it make sense to put The Worst Witch on right now to Marathon all the Worst Witch content including the new worst witch and Weirdsister college in the Worst Witch 1998 and 2017.

What do you think the characters in The Worst Witch would think about you if they met you and feel about you would they love you or hate you what would their impression be of you what would they love about you and hate about you.

What characters in The Worst Witch have the most Aura characters that you know just exude with aura every time they're on screen in your opinion and if you don't know what Aura means this is what it means.

Aura is modern internet slang referring to a person's presence, charisma, or vibe. It's that intangible quality that makes someone command attention and respect. Think of it as:

Main character energy - Someone who feels like the story revolves around them

Natural charisma - The magnetism that draws people in without trying

Unbothered confidence - Cool, calm composure even under pressure

Respect factor - The ability to command a room just by walking in

Memorable presence - That special something that makes someone unforgettable

What do you guys think would be Mildred Hubble's playlist like songs that fits her character very well and songs that she will listen to in your opinion.

The music for the 1998 Worst Witch show is amazing! Does anyone know if a soundtrack exists please?

Closest I have is this (awesome but short) overture:

https://open.spotify.com/track/04sIvv7Pw91L600igyswqM?si=jAVepMctSCqUYE2zdwDBfg

In honor of Women's History month Who are your favorite female characters that are really well written in The Worst Witch in your opinion and give your reason as to why.

For me my favorite female characters in the worst witch has to be Mildred Hubble and Maud and Enid like I feel like the writing and just their personalities of these three is so top notch like I really love all three of them and I feel like they're so perfect and their character arcs are really compelling and I just love them all around as characters

Source: https://theworstwitch.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_students_at_Cackle%27s_Academy

This my drawing of darbie form just add magic and mildred form worst witch to of my favorite character form my favorite shows I hope you ilke it I did my best and please be nice

So I was thinking this afternoon to myself how does Mrs Cozies physically aford to operate. These are my thoughts:

1: Mrs Cozies tea rooms is right in the middle of the forest that has no established buildings except for Cackles Academy.

2: How does Mrs Cozie aford to buy and bake all her pastries and goodies, when there is literally no customers?

Don't get me wrong I love the idea of a tea room in The worst witch that the girls can sneek off to here and there but I just don't understand how it can stay afloat? Nothing against Mrs Cozie or her team rooms, just a general question. What are your opinions?

Mildred Hubble 1998 vs Sabrina Spellman 1996 who would win in your opinion.

I personally think this will be kind of close maybe Sabrina might take the edge but I can see Mildred winning I really don't know to be honest.

Harry, Ron and Hermione are named the Golden Trio so what would we name the trio of Mildred and and Maud and Enid for the worst witch what would be their trio name any ideas of an trio name for them.

Ethel Hallow vs Blair Waldorf who do you guys like more and who do you guys think is a better character overall.

Me personally I love Blair but I Ethel more I feel like she's a very much a interesting character that I would have loved to know more about and I definitely think there's a huge redemption story there to play with with her and I feel like she has a lot more sweeter moments than Blair in my opinion.

"What is the most overused criticism of The Worst Witch that you are completely tired of hearing?"