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The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
Join two literary nerds and Supernatural devotees in rewatching and (over)analyzing the show from episode one. We've got work to do! (Spoilers for seasons 1-15!) Can't see our early episodes? Our show catalogue is here: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/theplaidcast Email: theplaidcast@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theplaidcast/
Episodes
The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch4.11- Family Remains
In which we reverse our usual roles of Buzzkill and Enthusiast, and discuss machismo as a villain, the seesaw of moral high ground, and the unforgivable crime…
The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch4.10- Heaven and Hell
In which we discuss angelic metaphysics, Dean's philosophical approach to "eating and crapping," the side effects of angel sex, the infamous torture bikini…
The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch4.9- I Know What You Did Last Summer
In which we discuss Gnosticism, hustling pool, the gender of crossroads demons, and Anna's fake red hair. Also featured: a review of possessive apostrophes…
The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch4.8- Wishful Thinking
In which we discuss the Mirror of Erised, the cost of magic, transgressing taboos, Russian comedies, the ancient philosophy of stoicism, and Dark Angel…
The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch4.7- It's the Great Pumpkin, Sam Winchester
In which we discuss Halloween traditions, beer+coffee researching sprees, Dean as an Andy Griffith character, and one of Bethany's favorite scenes in all of…
The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch4.6- Yellow Fever
Eye of the Tiger! Cats in lockers! The distant hope of a chupacabra! But our big question has to do with whether Dean is a bully. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We…
The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch4.5- Monster Movie
In which we discuss the quandary of shapeshifter identity, purse-based impediments to self-defense, Bram Stoker, and pet names as educational tools. Also…
The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch4.4- Metamorphosis
In which we discuss Ovid and Kafka, intractable passions, appetite as a symbol for corruption, and Sam's puppy eyes failing him for the first time. SPOILERS…
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4.3- In the Beginning
In which Michelle conducts impromptu couples counseling. Also discussed: the longevity of the Impala and the level of John's investment in Sonny and Cher…
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4.2- Are You There, God? It's Me, Dean Winchester
In which we discuss theodicy, hunter sleepwear, the most effective way to guilt trip a Winchester, and the underwriting of Sam. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We…
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4.1- Lazarus Rising
In which we discuss isolation and identity, comic book resurrection tropes, color symbolism, the Othering of angels, Rainer Maria Rilke, and the return of the…
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
3.16- No Rest for the Wicked
In which we side-eye the Netflix description writers, compare finale deaths, and consider taking Jim Beaver to prom. Also featured: our highs and lows of…
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3.15- Time Is On My Side
In which we revive our Sam Carries Women segment and discuss Men In Peril, the legitimacy of earprints, and some of the most disappointing deaths in the…
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3.14- Long Distance Call
In which we discuss crossing the void of human connection and the dangers of AOL Instant Messenger, and Michelle tries to guess Bethany's favorite micro-moment…
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3.13- Ghostfacers
In which we face the faces, we face the dead!!! SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We would love to hear from you! You can email us at theplaidcast@gmail.com. You can…
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3.12- Jus in Bello
In which Bethany butchers Latin, Michelle considers self-sacrifice as a gendered trope, and Entertainment Weekly finally gets it right. SPOILERS for Seasons…
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3.11- Mystery Spot
In which we discuss the Santa Cruz Mystery Spot, one of our favorite recurring Winchester phrases, and Michelle's crackpot theory on Sam's neverending string…
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
3.10- Dream a Little Dream of Me
In which we discuss Bobby's wallpaper, Bethany's best dream, the writers' room Sam-in-Peril dartboard, and the mysterious "Laura Masters," researcher…
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
3.9- Malleus Maleficarum
In which we discuss rubric categories for accurately scoring episodes, sexism and empowerment in the coven, and the inexplicable pop culture knowledge of…
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3.8- A Very Supernatural Christmas
In which we get completely derailed by San Bernardino's magnificent Santa's Village, and eventually get around to discussing bandage continuity, the definition…
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
3.7- Fresh Blood
In which we discuss Gordon as the Javert of Hunters, debate vampire rehabilitation programs (Panic Room Menagerie of Rescued Monsters!), and introduce our new…
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
3.6- Red Sky at Morning
In which we discuss Sam-baiting, house-squatting, and the definitive entry in our Never Shower compilation, while Michelle has OPINIONS about clothes. SPOILERS…
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3.5- Bedtime Stories
In which we discuss Supernatural Bingo, handkerchief first aid, and Sam's alternate life in the OC. SPOILERS for seasons 1-12. We would love to hear from you!…
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3.4- Sin City
In which we discuss the desires of demons, the ingredients of a hurricane, and the Shakespearean aspects of black eye-flashing. Also featured: your feedback on…
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3.3- Bad Day at Black Rock
In which we utterly fail at math. Episode discussion includes the powerful draw of nostalgic objects, what makes a believable hunter community, Sam's…
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3.2- The Kids are Alright
In which special guest Rachel returns to help us discuss Dean as mother, early 2000s feminism, and the symbolic function of ketchup. SPOILERS for seasons 1-12…
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3.1- The Magnificent Seven
Welcome to Season 3! In this episode we discuss Sam's total lack of boundaries, the seven deadly sins of the hunter community, and our foolproof guide to…
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2.22- All Hell Breaks Loose Part 2
In which we discuss unexpected hugs, the harrowing of hell, and the nutritional label on 100% pure Sammy. SPOILERS for seasons 1-12. We would love to hear from…
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2.21- All Hell Breaks Loose Part 1
In which we discuss the morality of super powers, Beauty and the Beast parallels, and a very literal approach to "you are what you eat." SPOILERS for seasons…
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
2.20- What Is and What Should Never Be
In which we discuss the earned use of photographs as a tool for building pathos, the Karamozovian way in which our wishes shape reality, and the wrongness of…
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
2.19- Fulsom Prison Blues
In which we are joined by special guest Ryan to discuss the brothers' Anglo-Saxon dedication to debt-repayment, the Pollockian quality of Green River County…
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2.18- Hollywood Babylon
In which we discuss Michelle's neverending snobbery, the flaws of realism, our hatred for Enochian, and the best places to make out at Disneyland. SPOILERS for…
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2.17- Heart
In which we discuss the metaphorical significance of werewolves, the heinous iniquity of those who fold their underwear, and our long-standing debate on…
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2.16 Roadkill
In which we ponder the personhood of ghosts, Dad's "inspiring" words of wisdom, and the things that would compel us to return as vengeful spirits. Also…
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2.15- Tall Tales
In which we discuss Shakespeare's Puck as an analog to the Trickster, the Winchesters' beer preferences, and high school Sam's Floridian alligator adventure…
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2.14- Born Under a Bad Sign
In which we discuss Meg trying too hard to dress like a Winchester, a turning point for Jo, and whether or not we could shoot our siblings. SPOILERS for…
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2.13- Houses of the Holy
In which we discuss Sam's logical faith and Dean's experiential skepticism, the lacuna of Sam's prayer life, and the Impala as Dean's Holy of Holies. SPOILERS…
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2.12 Nightshifter
In which we discuss Take Charge Sam, the culpability and responsibility of civilians, and our favorite music cues of the series. Visit our Facebook page to…
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2.11- Playthings
In which Michelle elaborates on what makes a "hearty, well-balanced Supernatural episode," we explore the menacing connotations of playground spinny things…
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2.10- Hunted
In which we discuss Dean's secret love for Little House on the Prairie, come up with our own duress code, and revisit the critical debate of how to define a…
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2.9- Croatoan
In which we discuss the convergence of the show's themes, the Winchesters as a superior Romeo and Juliet, and the questionable chemistry of sulfuric blood.
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2.8- Crossroad Blues
In which we experience lots of technical difficulties. :( (So sorry!) Discussion includes Faustian tales, ambition vs. desperation, and why Michelle loves…
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2.7- The Usual Suspects
In which we discuss prison movies we need to see, Supernatural's open-minded women, and good cop Diana as a foil to Jo. Also featured: our official stances on…
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2.6- No Exit
In which we discuss condescending nicknames and whether Dean is sexist, and Bethany tricks Michelle into almost ranking things.
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2.5- Simon Said
In which we argue over Andy's moral fiber, discuss Dante's categorizations of evil, and consider the name-veto prerogative of any doctor who brings baby "Ansem…
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2.4- Children Shouldn't Play With Dead Things
In which we discuss our zombie apocalypse teams, power dynamics between younger and older siblings, and Bethany’s least favorite Winchester shirt. Also…
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2.3- Bloodlust
In which we discuss the continuity of Dean's violent nature, Bethany's vampire racism, and the impossible command to "taint not thy mind" when hunting evil…
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2.2 Everybody Loves a Clown
In which we discuss the "full desertness" of Dean's grief and the tragic loss of Sam's bangs, while painstakingly avoiding all discussion of clowns.
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2.1- In My Time of Dying
New season, new title card, new intro! This week we explore Supernatural's favorite topics (Death and Dad), and Michelle admits that Kripke can indeed write an…
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1.21 Salvation and 1.22 Devil's Trap
In which Michelle talks Bethany into a double episode and Bethany talks Michelle into actually RANKING the highs and lows of season 1.
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1.20- Dead Man's Blood
In which we don't even bother discussing vampires...because they're probably extinct, right?
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1.19- Provenance
In which we discuss approaches to grief recovery, the symbolism of short sleeves, and the functions of fanfiction.
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
1.18- Something Wicked
In which we discuss Macbeth parallels, the function of subjective flashbacks, and Sam's elusive purple whippet shirt.
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
1.17- Hell House
In which we discuss parody vs. farce, the Winchesters as Jane Austen characters, and the futility of language in response to shirtless Sam.
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1.16- Shadow
In which we discuss Sam calling the shots and saving the day, the parallels of mortality and philosophy between Supernatural and Our Town, and John…
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1.15- The Benders
In which we discuss alcohol tolerance, how to prioritize like Dean, and Sam saving the day. (Again.) (For the 5th time.) (Come on, Michelle, you can't deny…
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
1.14- Nightmare
In which we discuss bean bag chairs, devil's trap dog leashes, and what constitutes a believable lack of sleepwear - before eventually getting to the episode…
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1.13- Route 666
In which we discuss candid brother moments, Dean Winchester's sex life, and the mysterious allure of neckties.
- The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch
1.12- Faith
Special guest Rachel joins us to discuss Sam's coziest sweater, the history of tent revivals, and why John is still the Worst Dad Ever.
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1.11- Scarecrow
In which we discuss Meg 1.0, acceptable sacrifices, and the merits of trust vs. obedience.