Rewatchable: Buffy The Vampire Slayer

Join us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 7, “Lie to Me,” and episode 8, “The Dark Age.” Superfans: Karen, Natalie Newbies: Mitch, Brittany Fun facts: Karen felt an ethereal kinship to Mitch while watching Felicia Day play Pokemon Snap. Mitch is painting his new apartment, no glitter was involved. Natalie has a pair of Karen's socks on her desk. We didn't ask why, but found out anyway. Brittany apparently lives in the mecca of Natalie's nerd culture fostering aka Kevin Smith's hometown. Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 7, "Lie to Me": -There can only be one pretty vampire and Angel wanted it to be him. -What is going on with Angela and Dru's history? -Spike at least has a personality, meanwhile Angel's history as a vampire was boarder line insane -Ok, but does Dru have a history between vampire and meeting Spike? -There is more to come! Newbies are asking the right questions -Spoiler alert- Spike is not a natural blonde -We have a zero-tolerance policy for ship

Join us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 5, “Reptile Boy,” and episode 6, “Halloween.” Superfans: Karen, Caitlin Newbies: Kristen, Ariana Fun facts: Karen is reading Calamity by Brandon Sanderson, Caitlin is reading Glass Sword by Victoria Aveyard, Ariana is enjoying Shadowhunters with all its pretty people, and Kristen was delighted to see Gilmore Girls' own Danny Strong (AKA Doyle) show up at the end of "Reptile Boy." Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 5, "Reptile Boy": -Synopsis -Newbie reactions -Superfan rankings -Angel and Buffy are in their own circle of brood -Willow could be a jealous bestie, but she's too secure for that -Kristen ranks Willow on a scale from one to Felicity Smoak -Cordelia is high school cool, not college cool -Is Giles being overprotective? Or is it justified? -Stranger danger, Buffy. Stranger. Danger. -Willow goes off on Giles and Angel -Buffy saves herself in the end -Favorite scenes -Favorite quotes Buffy the Vampire Slayer seas

Join us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 3, “School Hard,” and episode 4, “Inca Mummy Girl.” Superfans: Selina, Caitlin Newbies: Brittany, Mitchel Fun facts: Brittany took a short internet hiatus and came back to find that it's seriously broken (thanks a lot Twitter), Caitlin is still stuck in bed dealing with pain, Mitch has been listening to Kidz Bop versions of his favorite songs, and Selina shares another Buffy fun fact. Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 3, "School Hard": -Synopsis -Spike AKA the guy with the Draco hair -Seriously though, Spike seems more formidable than other villains -Drucilla thoughts -Angel the actor -Angel and Spike clearly have a history... to be determined later on -Joyce has a Molly Weasley moment -Should Joyce have been told about the vampire thing after everything that happened in this episode? -What does Snyder know?? -Cordelia and Willow: Closet friends -Bye Bye Annoying One. -Is Spike the new big bad? -Favorite Quotes -Favorite

Join us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 1, “When She Was Bad,” and episode 2, “Some Assembly Required.” Superfans: Natalie, Karen Newbies: Kristen, Mitchel Fun facts: Karen is really excited about the Hercules stills in the Disney Photomosaic puzzle she's working on, Natalie is reminded about puzzling in her youth thanks to Karen, Mitch saw The Danish Girl and had a love (Eddie Redmayne)/hate (the script) experience, and Kristen noticed a Frozen connection during these Buffy episodes. Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 2, episode 1, "When She Was Bad": -Overall thoughts? -We need to remember that Buffy died in the season 1 finale. That's a huge thing. -Xander and Willow: Friends that just had a sparky moment. -What is with this Anointed One? Why does he creep us out so much? -We go on a Burning Man tangent. -Angel: The Original Edward Cullen... sort of. It's almost like he has a Buffy-sense. -Who do we feel the worst for during Buffy's sexy dance: Willow, Xander, or Angel? -C

Join us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 11, “Out of Mind, Out of Sight,” and episode 12, “Prophecy Girl.” Superfans: Selina, Caitlin Newbies: Kristen, Brittany Fun facts: -Caitlin's fun fact is decidedly unfunny, Kristen is watching The Big Bang Theory season 8, Brittany is super snowed in, and Selina is giving more Buffy-related fun facts. Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 11, "Out of Mind, Out of Sight": -Flipping a common saying on it's head. -Marcie's attacks are darker than we're used to. -What we think of the new principal. -A lesson in Buffy physics. -Where do we know the actress that plays Marcie from? -Cordelia has depth. Is it surprising? -Why did Marcie include Buffy in Cordelia's final punishment? -Can invisible people see each other? -Time for assassin school! -P.S. Angel is in this episode! -Favorite Scenes -Favorite Quotes Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 12, "Prophecy Girl": -First impressions of the episodes. -Xander gets rejected by

Join us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 9, "Puppet Show," and episode 10, "Nightmares." Superfans: Karen and Caitlin Newbies: Brittany and Ariana Fun Facts: Clowns creep into Brittany's dreams, Ariana has some 90s flashbacks to Nick's Are You Afraid of the Dark's dollhouse episode, Caitlin has not gotten over her fear of being late for college softball, Karen had a severe Batman-inspired dream, but she also is afraid of missing the bus. A note on spoilers PSA: We are going to do our best and try and pay more attention to letting things slip that may unintentionally spoil the Buffy experience. Now back to your regularly scheduled programming... Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 9, "Puppet Show": -Nostalgic fear is in full affect -Creepy, yet hilarious puppetry -"Flutie, come back!" -Maybe the school needs a Principal Snyder -Cordelia: watching her now versus watching Cordelia then -Is it really so crazy for Buffy to think that the puppet is the cause of t

Join us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 7, "Angel," and episode 8, "I, Robot... You Jane." Superfans: Natalie Newbies: Mitch, Brittany, and Kristen Fun Facts: -Mitch finds the wearing of camis by Lara Croft ironic as she dives into icy lakes -Kristen watched Camp Rock and Camp Rock 2 last night. -Brittany bought her very first lottery ticket -Natalie embarrassed herself on Twitter with Mark Hamill. It includes the word Yowza. Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 7, "Angel": -Synopsis -Did anyone not know that Angel is a vampire? -Mitch apologizes for his spoiler a couple episodes ago. He will do his best from here on out (or will face the Superfans' wrath). -Why does the Master kill the Three? It seems dumb to cut his numbers like that. -Buffy and Angel shack up for the night. -Angel's backstory: Murders and Romani and curses and souls -Setting up Joyce: Believable? -Was Darla's set up genius? Or a total copout on the writer's part? -More Stefan Salvatore comparisons

Join us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 5, "Never Kill a Boy on the First Date," and episode 6, "The Pack." Superfans: Caitlin and Karen Newbies: Kristen and Mitch Fun Facts: -Kristen is rewatching Smallville and keeps seeing familiar faces from other beloved shows. -Caitlin rewatched the Star Wars saga, and is in love with Luke Skywalker. -Mitchell saw Star Wars: The Force Awakens in an Alamo Drafthouse, and may have found it less thrilling the second time around. -Karen is going to Disney. Our jealousy abounds. Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 5, "Never Kill a Boy on the First Date": -Synopsis -Tell us Owen shows up again. Is he just a one-off? -Misogyny on Buffy. -Poor baby Giles. All he wanted to be was a fighter pilot. -We talk about what it means to be a Watcher. Are they all from one line, possibly like the Slayer? -Is Angel giving off Stefan Salvatore vibes? (Err, maybe Stefan gives off Angel vibes, since Angel came first). -The Anointed One is a li

Join us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 3, "The Witch," and episode 4, "Teacher's Pet." Superfans: Caitlin and Selina Newbies: Brittany and Mitch Fun facts: -Brittany is enjoying some chili for lunch, Caitlin got a crockpot for Christmas so now she can make some delicious chili, Mitch has a giant beard in which chili can get stuck, and Selina informs us that Sarah Michelle Gellar was a teenager when Buffy started (she probably likes chili too). -Before we begin the Newbies give their first impressions of the series and predict whether or not they can make it through Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 3, "The Witch" -Monster of the week: yay or nay? -So it's not just about vampires! -We appreciate the world building taking place early on -Selina is not arrested -Taking away Buffy's powers establishes the importance of her team! -Luckily they did not keep them in the dark for too long -Cheerleading is a tough sport -Cheery Buffy is the best -Are Harry Potter an

Join us as we discuss Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episodes 1, "Welcome to the Hellmouth," and episode 2, "The Harvest." Superfans: Karen and Natalie Newbies: Ariana and Kristen Fun facts: -Karen’s going home for Christmas. -Ariana wants us to know that her beloved VMars tradition has returned. (And she loves Leia.) -Natalie talks a lot about her new Star Wars fixation. -Kristen has accidentally begun collecting Disney Princess coffee mugs. Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 1, episode 1, "Welcome to the Hellmouth," and episode 2, "The Harvest": -Ariana thinks Buffy’s hair is really great. -Kristen is so ready to embrace the camp. -Angel is basically Derek Hale (from MTV’s Teen Wolf). -Let’s discuss the character names. -So, is this a drama or a comedy? We need to talk about Buffy’s wacky sense of humor, especially in the middle of a battle sequence. -The Bronze is a character all its own. -Slayer lore: This is just the beginning. -Why is there only one Slayer? -What is up with the Watchers?

Let the Buffy the Vampire Slayer era of ReWatchable begin! Superfans: Karen, Selina, Natalie, Caitlin Newbies: Brittany and Kristen Fun facts: This episode is pretty much all fun facts as we get psyched up for our Buffy rewatch to begin, but here are a few of the highlights: -Karen has an app on her phone that tracks her Funkos. Fandom-level: Ultimate. -Selina wants everyone to know that Denmark is not in any way intimidated by Sweden. -Natalie watched a Buffy fan fave episode in Hall H at her very first SDCC (and something about a Grr. Argh. finger puppet). -*Hamilton mention* (No one is surprised.) -Caitlin is lovely enough to give Selina and Natalie a second to chat about stake whittling. -Brittany just read an article about six ways to stop a vampire, so she's set for this show. (Also *Hamilton mention #2*) -Kristen has an obsession with Sven from Frozen. Yes, the reindeer. He's the best. Jobs: Karen is our overlord, Caitlin tells us when we are doing these things, Brittany is the witty o

ReWatchable returns to discuss how much we will miss Legend of Korra, Avatar: The Last Airbender. Superfans: Natalie, Michal, and Caitlin Newbies: Karen, Ariana, and Brittany Fun facts: Ariana won NaNoWriMo and saw Mindy Sterling again because she has a cooler life than all of us. Karen has a quote wall, Caitlin is done with giving out finals, and Brittany shared a great holiday classic from her world to the ReWatchable gAang. The Legend of Korra Wrap Up: -What does Korra and the Avatar universe mean to you? -Favorite characters (Well, besides Brittany, which you already know) -Okay, hard question time: Korra or Avatar -We all agree that Korra Book 2 is meh -Did any superfans opinions change upon the rewatch? -Favorite villains? -Ok, but where was Zutara? Don't worry it happened. -What happened to the gAang friends? -What is your favorite Avatar call back in Korra? -Suggestions from the Superfans for coping with the end of Korra -READ THE COMICS, Spirited Away, Ponyo, Tamara Pierce's The Circl

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 4, episode 12, "Day of the Colossus," and episode 13, "The Last Stand." Superfans: Natalie and Mitch Newbies: Karen and Brittany Fun facts: Natalie and Karen are Buffy superfans, and Brittany and Mitch are Buffy newbies. Plus, Mitch got glitter-bombed. The Legend of Korra season 4, episode 12, "Day of the Colossus," and episode 13, "The Last Stand": -Bataar Jr. is totes Percy Weasley. -Could Kuvira have been better prepared for Meelo? -Could the Krew have tried harder? -What could be better to make weapons out of than platinum? -Everyone hates Tremors and Karen is not amused. -We love the Zhu Li and Varrick engagement scene. -How did we feel about Hiroshi dying? -Karen was convinced Mako was going to die. -Did we expect Wu to stick around as much as he did? -Natalie has a new ship. -How was Kuvira moving the colossus? -Bolin and Mako are a boss team. -How long has Mako been lightning bending? -Do we know enough of Kuvira's motivations? -Was

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 4, episode 10, "Operation Beifong," and episode 11, "Kuvira's Gambit." Superfans: Michal and Mitch Newbies: Karen and Brittany Fun facts: Michal would rather be watching Jessica Jones, Karen announces the next round of ReWatchable will be Buffy, Mitch is rewatching Gilmore Girls, and Brittany is listening to a podcast covering Fraiser. The Legend of Korra season 4, episode 10, "Operation Beifong": -Did this feel like a filler episode? -Wu has other motives for evacuating the city. -Is Toph a good parent? -Fan service moment for Lin's father? -Mitch talks about the family tree Nickelodeon released. -Did one of the twins hit on Bolin? -Toph praises Bolin! -Zhu Li is a boss. -Is the storyline with the spirit vine weapon too overdone? -Toph and Katara are too old to fight. -Where's Zuko? -Favorite scenes. -Favorites lines. The Legend of Korra season 4, episode 11, "Kuvira's Gambit": -Mitch has a newbie theory. -It's almost time to talk abou

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 4, episode 7, "Reunion," episode 8, "Remembrances," and episode 9, "Beyond the Wilds." Superfans: Natalie and Donya Newbies: Ariana and Brittany Fun facts: Natalie cannot see after reading some letters from the Founding Fathers of a country she does not live in, Ariana hit 18,000 words during NaNoWriMo, Brittany kind of sort of made an acquaintance on her commute over Korra, Donya's life is consumed by complaining about Downton Abbey. The Legend of Korra season 4, episode 7, "Reunion": -Awkward reunions abound in Republic City -Why did Korra feel that Asami was the best person to confide in? -Natalie spoils (hashtag)TheThing fast forward! -Is there too much convenient spiritual energy? -Mako, man go to the bathroom with Wu! It's your job! -Team Avatar is almost back together! -What's been going on with the Mako/Bolin family? -Bolin and Varrick's fantastic adventure -Is Bolin a better bender than Mako? -Does genetics play a role in lavabendi

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 4, episode 5, "Enemy at the Gate," and episode 6, "The Battle of Zaofu." Superfans: Michal, Caitlin, and Mitch Newbies: Karen Fun facts: Immediately to our right: Michal has a latte, Caitlin has papers, Karen has a Dorbz proto, and Mitch is MIA. The Legend of Korra season 4, episode 5, "Enemy at the Gate": -How did we feel about Kuvira during this episode? -Is it weird Varrick is finally becoming a good guy? -Do we think Zhu Li has really betrayed him? -Asami has her own story this time. -Do we have any sympathy for Kuvira? -Could they have just let Zaofu be independent? -How does Kuvira feel about Su? -Who would be right for leading the Earth Kingdom? -Favorite scenes. -Favorites lines. The Legend of Korra season 4, episode 6, "The Battle of Zaofu": -Everyone is finding themselves in a very tough position. -Korra got her ass handed to her, but at least she fought Kuvira. -Girl power! -Are Su and Kuvira similar? -Is Baatar Jr. basically

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 4, episode 3, "The Coronation," and episode 4, "The Calling." Superfans: Natalie and Donya Newbies: Ariana and Brittany Fun facts: Ariana shopped for green hair dye on Halloween to complete her Joker costume, Brittany does not like Halloween, Donya spent the day at a theme park, and Natalie lets us know that Australians don't tend to celebrate Halloween. The Legend of Korra season 4, episode 3, "The Coronation": -Twincest is it confirmed? -Should Wu be king? -Mako wins a host over! -Can we see Kuvira's point of view on the issues? -Bolin needs to grow up and learn what a dictator looks like -Is Bolin Wormtail? -We're not too fond of Kuvira -Varrick has no idea what he is doing, but hey, he has funding -Creepy fact: When "The Coronation" was released online, ReWatchable was recording Avatar: The Last Airbender "The Swamp." Mind. Blown. -Toph is the best progression of a gAang member -Toph would be a difficult mother -Why is Korra even the Av

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 4, episode 1, "After All These Years," and episode 2, "Korra Alone." Superfans: Michal and Caitlin Newbies: Brittany and Karen Fun facts: Karen is watching The 100, Caitlin talked to her Australian niece, and Brittany and Michal are reading Magnus Chase. The Legend of Korra season 4, episode 1, "After All These Years": -Do the newbies like the time jump? -Is it weird Korra has her own statue already? -Do we have a problem with Asami's character? -Had we noticed Kuvira before book 4? -Opal and Kai look like superheroes! -Oh, Woo. Will he actually get power? -When are we going to the Fire Nation? -What did we think happened to Korra? -What's going to happen in Republic City next? -Favorite scenes. -Favorites lines. The Legend of Korra season 4, episode 2, "Korra Alone": -We get a lyrical synopsis. -Ahhhhhhhhhhzuko. -How did we feel about Korra being alone? -It's huge that they're talking about Korra's PTSD. -Should she be alone right now?

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 3, episode 12, "Enter the Void," and episode 13, "Venom of the Red Lotus." Superfans: Michal and Mitch Newbies: Brittany and Karen Fun facts: Michal is cold and not happy, Karen has a Keurig and is happy, Brittany is cold and happy, and Mitch is blind. We also talk about naked Tom Hiddleston. The Legend of Korra season 3, episode 12, "Enter the Void": -How did the newbies feel about this episode? -Korra attempts to sacrifice herself. Again. -Did we think the sacrifice was going to work? -Zaheer and P'li are definitely in love. -Tall girls represent! -Were we tricked by the airbenders being held captive? -Why can Bolin lava bend? -Kai is okay! But that poor bison is not. -Were we worried about Tenzin? -Should they have killed him off? -Did we see P'Li's death coming? -Were there seconds missing from this scene? -Tonraq is just a reminder of season 2. -How did we feel about Zaheer losing his humanity after he let go of his earthly tether? -Wo

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 3, episode 10, "Long Live the Queen," and episode 11, "Ultimatum." Superfans: Natalie and Caitlin Newbies: Brittany Fun facts: Natalie is going to a destination wedding in another Australian state, Caitlin is not. Brittany is watching the Patriots game and Caitlin's favorite team, the Falcons, already won earlier in the day. The Legend of Korra season 3, episode 10, "Long Live the Queen": -Bolin making friends when he's tied up, such a Bolin move -Grumpy/awkward Mako makes Natalie and Caitlin happy -The Earth Queen is insane. How did she come from such a nice man? -Zaheer and the Red Lotus are interesting villains -The Red Lotus are not exactly selfish and they kind of make sense for revolution -We're not really seeing anyone standing as an example for the best leadership, but Zaheer shouldn't be it -Holy on screen violence Zaheer -Violence, rioting, the wall is down -We swear the Hamilton references will stop... maybe -Asami and Korra drea