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ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 3, episode 8, "There Terror Within," and episode 9, "The Stakeout." Superfans: Michal, Mitch, and Caitlin Newbies: Ariana Fun facts: Mitch watched Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Caitlin saw The Martian, Ariana watched Hotel Transylvania, and Michal gets excited about the Avatar: The Last Airbender box set. The Legend of Korra season 3, episode 8, "The Terror Within": -There's some controversy around the synopsis. -How do we feel about Bopal? -We definitely all love Pabu. -Should Asami have been rooming with Korra? -How about that fight scene, though. -Did we suspect Aiwei? -Why is Aiwei's ability so rare? -Should Korra learn how to bloodbend? -Aiwei isn't that good at lying, is he? -Can he anticipate his opponents' moves? -How does the spirit world work exactly? -How did we feel about everyone lying to Lin? -There's a character that was totally there. -Favorite scenes. -Favorites lines. The Legend of Korra season 3, episode 9, "The Stakeo

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 3, episode 7, "Original Airbenders." Superfans: Michal and Mitch Newbies: Brittany Fun facts: Mitch wants to eat his vanilla candle, Brittany is underprepared and talks about Hamilton again and inspires Michal to talk about how awesome Lin Manuel-Miranda is. The Legend of Korra season 3, episode 7, "Original Airbenders": -Tenzin is having some basic communication problems and not just with the spirits -What do we think about Tenzin's methods? -Does the writing take him to an extreme? -Remember Sokka training the kids? (tear) -Pema is... okay? -Let's be real for a second, Pema is probably better for Tenzin than we give her credit for -Mitch tries to bring Michal over the to dark side -What about Aang's parenting skills rub off on Tenzin? -Maybe Aang is not the worst dad in the world -The rescue saved the disaster of the training exercises -This is no longer the old Nickelodeon show, this episode is a turning point -Favorite scenes. -Favorite

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 3, episode 5, "The Metal Clan," and season 3, episode 6, "Old Wounds." Superfans: Natalie and Caitlin Newbies: Ariana and Brittany Fun facts: Natalie and Brittany spent a fews days on Broadway, Ariana has not seen Hamilton, and Caitlin is not excited about her favorite baseball team. The Legend of Korra season 3, episode 5, "The Metal Clan": -Toph had two children with TWO different men, what did we think of that storyline? -Toph knows what she wants and moves on when she is done -Did you appreciate the surprise of the Suyin storyline? -Zaofu: vacation destination or permanent residence? -Truthseekers can be useful, but is it just an Earthbender thing? -Suyin's kids are the Earthbenders we deserve and need to look at -Why were we waiting for Suyin to be evil? Are we done waiting? -Opal is so sweet! But would you really want Korra to be your teacher? -Bolin and Opal- better off as friends -VARRICK IS BACK! -Suyin seems to be on the right tra

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 3, episode 3, "The Earth Queen," and season 3, episode 4, "In Harm's Way." Superfans: Michal and Mitch Newbies: Ariana and Brittany Fun facts: Mitch went to Forks, Washington and was a bit disappointed, Ariana is drinking a juice box, Brittany's schedule revolves around the Patriots season, and Michal goes back to school! The Legend of Korra season 3, episode 3, "The Earth Queen": -The newbies are excited to be back in Ba Sing Se -The Earth Queen evil or not? She's an Umbridge -What happened to the bear? -Asami is finally developing into a real character -It seems that all the children are opposites of their parents -Obligatory "if you read the comics" comment -Politics! Earth Kingdom territory taken over for public use -Bolin and Mako's family reunion! -Ariana feels a kinship with Bolin and Mako's family -Why wasn't the Dai Li disbanded? -Kai, Kai, Kai what to do with you? -We warmed up to Zuko pretty quickly, let's give Kai a chance -We'r

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 3, episode 1, "A Breath of Fresh Air," and season 3, episode 2, "Rebirth." Superfans: Natalie, Caitlin, and Donya Newbies: Karen Fun facts: Karen is bored now, Donya has a robot, Caitlin bought a Peggy, and Natalie got some old lady sheets and a deck of tarot cards. The Legend of Korra season 3, episode 1, "A Breath of Fresh Air": -Season 3 starts out strong. -Do we like that Bumi is a bender now? -Why are people suddenly becoming airbenders? -Would Aang have treated Bumi differently? -Is Kya a product of Zutara? -Bumi wanting to be a part of Tenzin's club was so cute. -Tenzin was kind of intense this episode. Like, more than usual. -Was it a good choice to keep the spirit portals open? -Is Korra throwing away Avatar wisdom from here on out? -Has Korra changed at all since season 2? -Do we like Korra and Asami being better friends now? -Mako is such an awkward turtle duck. -The president is such a douchecanoe. -Is it weird having approval r

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 2, episode 13, "Darkness Falls," and season 2, episode 14, "Light in the Dark." Superfans: Natalie and Mitch Newbies: Ariana and Brittany Fun facts: Best Twitter moments: Natalie heard from Ewan McGregor, Mike O'Malley thinks Brittany would conquer the Aggro Crag, and Mitch's iZombie tweets are someone's favorite! But Ariana is cooler than us all because she is Facebook friends with Lin Beifong. The Legend of Korra season 2, episode 13, "Darkness Falls": -Before we begin, should anyone compare their relationship to Makorra? -Kya and Bumi are a great aunt and uncle pair -Iroh was no help at all this episode -"We're just going to go into this fog, nbd" -An old ATLA character returns -How does one get stuck in the fog? -Bumi and Hannibal have some things to talk about -Can you spoil video games? -Teen Wolf plug -Did Kya and Bumi avoid having kids because they were afraid to raise them like Aang raised them? -Would Aang every be a good dad? -Ta

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 2, episode 11, "Night of a Thousand Stars," and season 2, episode 12, "Harmonic Convergence." Superfans: Natalie and Mitch Newbies: Karen and Brittany Fun facts: Natalie ate a banana and cried about brownies, Karen has a book about a velociraptor detective, Brittany researched Tony Stark's lab, and Mitch is going on a Twilight tour. The Legend of Korra season 2, episode 11, "Night of a Thousand Stars": -Did TOO much happen in this episode? -Do we like the mover plotline? -Is everything Mako's fault? -Why isn't there better security at the stadium? -Why are those cake eating detectives still around? -Was President Raiko's assassination meant to be a comparison to Abraham Lincoln? -Bolin is so beefy. -Is there some cultural appropriation going on here? -Bolin can bend! -Should President Raiko have sent the troops to defeat Unalaq? -Is the president evil? -What about Varrick? -Mako just needs to stop. -We're just going to trade him for General Ir

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 2, episode 9, "The Guide," and season 2, episode 10, "A New Spiritual Age." Superfans: Michal and Caitlin Newbies: Karen Fun facts: Michal is sick, Karen saw Eminem in concert a year ago, and Caitlin burned her finger on cupcakes. The Legend of Korra season 2, episode 9, "The Guide": -How did we feel about this episode? -Were we glad Korra went back to Tenzin? -Kya and Bumi are a great addition. -Why was Tenzin not able to get into the spirit world? -Is there a reason why he wasn't meant to go there? -Was Tenzin doing something other than meditating all those days? -Why was Jinora able to get into the spirit world? -How does this apply to Bumi? -Did we sympathize with Tenzin? -Do we sympathize with Kya and Bumi? -What about everything happening in Republic City? -#NotMyLin -Favorite scenes. -Favorites lines. The Legend of Korra season 2, episode 10, "A New Spiritual Age": -What did we think of this episode? -IROH IS HERE. -Would Jinora mak

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 2, episode 7, "Beginnings Part 1," and season 2, episode 8, "Beginnings Part 2." Superfans: Natalie and Caitlin Newbies: Brittany and Karen Fun facts: Natalie wants to go off-grid, Karen mostly hates bananas, Brittany has to go to court, and Caitlin owns a lot of shoes. The Legend of Korra season 2, episodes 7 and 8, "Beginnings Parts 1 and 2": -These episodes were a huge flashback. -Who are these fire sages? -Can you heal with fire? What else can you do with fire? -Why aren't these sages more useful? -Should Korra have learned all these lessons sooner? -Did we like the way these flashbacks were set up? -And what about the different animation? -How do we feel about Wan? -Did he get power-hungry? -Was it realistic for everyone to think they were the only ones in the world? -Does this history contradict other histories we've learned? -Should the spirits be in a separate world? -Which spirits were our favorites? -This is also the origin of the Av

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 2, episode 5, "Peacekeepers" and season 2, episode 6, "The Sting." Superfans: Michal and Donya Newbies: Ariana and Karen Fun facts: Michal is a multi-tasker, Donya can kick ass, Karen just moved, and Ariana wins at life. The Legend of Korra season 2, episode 5, "Peacekeepers": -We love that Lin is back! But is she perfect? -Are we getting frustrated with Korra? -Should there be a council or a president? -Is Korra making the best decisions for everyone? -And is Zuko still alive? -Mako was being an actual detective this episode. -How do we feel about The Breakup? -Where does Bolin fit into this world and Team Korra? -Meelo takes his lemur training a little too far. -Favorite scenes. -Favorite lines. The Legend of Korra season 2, episode 6, "The Sting": -What do we think of the Asami-ness of this episode? -Especially Mako and Asami hanging out so much. -Korra was barely in this episode. -Let's talk about the kiss though. -Is Varrick evil? -Ko

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 2, episode 3, "Civil Wars: Part 1" and season 2, episode 4, "Civil Wars: Part 2." Superfans: Natalie Newbies: Ariana and Brittany Fun facts: Our desks are messy, have Disney characters, and are sometimes not our own! The Legend of Korra season 2, episode 3, "Civil Wars: Part 1" AND The Legend of Korra season 2, episode 4, "Civil Wars: Part 2": -What are the politics of the Northern and Southern Water Tribe? -Unalaq, why does Korra trust him? -Verrick is Howard Stark -But he is too dumb to actually plan something sinister -Naturally, Jun Li is Pepper Potts -"Oh, he's in the bear" -With the threat of war, Korra's excuse is that she does not know how to stop fights -Did anyone explain to her what an Avatar is? -We're just frustrated with Korra. Very frustrated. We're basically Mako. -Prison break! "This ain't no Boiling Rock" (It's lamer) -Trails! But everyone dies -Bolin draws you back into Korra's story -Asami is still the best -The girl Zuk

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 2, episode 1, "Rebel Spirit" and season 2, episode 2, "The Southern Lights." Superfans: Natalie, Mitch, and Caitlin Newbies: Ariana The Legend of Korra season 2, episode 1, "Rebel Spirit": -Time jump! Sometimes the announcer has useful information -What is going on with Korra's attitude, especially with the kids? -Happy six month anniversary Mako and Korra- What we think -Aang and Katara children are the best. Can we just watch them? -New Bumi is the best! (Brittany has control of these notes) -Korra the new Yue? -Get ready for some extreme hairbending -Battle of the Water Chiefs- Spirit day is a now a Hallmark holiday -Can the superfans just act out the comics for us newbies? -"I know you don't try to suck, but you do anyway" -Can you classify a person as a type of bender? Angsty firebenders? -Ariana met a MaKorra shipper at Comic-Con! -The twins, love them or hate them? -Aubry Plaza! -Dead Sokka card -Favorite scenes. -Favorite lines. The Le

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 1, episode 11, "Skeletons in the Closet," and season 1, episode 12, "Endgame." Superfans: Caitlin, Mitch, and special guest Jack Newbies: Brittany The Legend of Korra season 1, episode 11, "Skeletons in the Closet": -Brittany is confused why everyone thought Asami was Amon -Remember when Brittany thought that Zuko's scar was face paint, well this time it was! -We're glad there was an entire episode for the Noatak and Tarrlok backstory -Even with the backstory we still don't feel for Noatak -Such severe, much brutal -These episodes were for children? -A real life Tenzin reference appears -Blood bending is not cool, ever (we talk a lot about ATLA this week) -What is Amon's reasoning for fighting for equality while taking people's freedom? -We need Noatak and Tarrlok: The College Years comics -Brittany is just going to get over the fact that we are in the 1920's -Katara is a healer-BAMF -Rare skills are much more common, but some people still can't m

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 1, episode 9, "Out of the Past," and season 1, episode 10, "Turning the Tides." Superfans: Caitlin and Mitch Newbies: Ariana and Karen The Legend of Korra season 1, episode 9, "Out of the Past": -Tarrlock is such a slimeball. -We're so interested in Lin and Tenzin's relationship. -The adults are so useful. -The kids, not so much. -It's SO sad when benders get their powers taken away. -Is losing your bending permanent? -Lin is SO BADASS. -Who is Amon?? -We talk again about how he can take away bending. -FLASHBACKS. -The Gaang is so attractive. -Who else is still alive? -Why is Bloodbending illegal? -Could Bloodbending ever not be painful? -Why wasn't Katara at the trial? -Was there anything else significant at the trial? -Did we feel bad when Tarrlock's bending was taken away? -Why did Amon take Tarrlock? -Do we like Naga? -Favorite scenes. -Favorite lines. The Legend of Korra season 1, episode 10, "Turning the Tides": -Mako sucks so bad. -Pema

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 1, episode 7, "The Aftermath," and season 1, episode 8, "When Extremes Meet." Superfans: Michal, Caitlin, Jack Newbies: Brittany The Legend of Korra season 1, episode 7, "The Aftermath": -Asami first impressions -Hiroshi, did we see it coming? -Korra moves quickly, how does that make us look at the plot -Lin will be a badder ass -We love the Toph family line -SECRET TUNNEL -Platinum mech suits are kind of difficult to beat -Do NOT insult Toph's metalbending ability -What else is out there that Amon is working on? -There are rules of earthbending we may never understand -Asami's backstory- emotions! -Asami makes a rough choice to go against the Equalists -Korra and Asami have had it easy, but now... -Asami runs with the benders now! -Consequences: Lin's metalbenders are kidnapped, Lin must step down -This show has a lot more adult elements to pay attention to -Tarrlok is the element of slime -Lin and Tenzin? Huh? -Favorite scenes. -Favorite lines.

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 1, episode 5, "The Spirit of Competition," and season 1, episode 6, "And the Winner is..." Superfans: Natalie and Donya Newbies: Ariana and Karen The Legend of Korra season 1, episode 5, "The Spirit of Competition": -Are we invested in any of the relationships at this point? -Let's break it down. Mako and Korra? -What about Bolin and Korra? -And Asami and Mako? -Let's not forget about Pabu and noodles. -We don't hate Mako completely. -The brothers making up was so cute. -Are we surprised by anyone's actions in this episode? -Favorite scenes. -Favorite lines. The Legend of Korra season 1, episode 6, "And the Winner is...": -Ariana talks about her Amon theory. -The newbies still don't trust Asami. -Amon takes the emo wolf bat guy's powers away. Do we care? -What kind of threat does he pose? -Do the non-benders have a point? -Is bending a big part of a person's identity? -Is there a case for Amon and his idea that benders think they're better tha

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 1, episode 3, "The Revelation," and season 1, episode 4, "A Voice in the Night." Superfans: Michal and Mitch Newbies: Brittany and Karen The Legend of Korra season 1, episode 3, "The Revelation": -This show jumps right into the middle of the action from the start. -Korra is lacking a lot of life essentials. -Why did Bolin agree to help the Triple Threat Triad? -How old is the Krew? -Are Mako and Korra the Zutara 2.0? -Regardless, they work well together. -Everything changed when the bug-eyed ninjas attacked. -Are they scary? -We're not so sure about the lightning bending this time around. -What did we think of Amon's speech? -Do we think he has a point? -Who is Amon? We totally have it figured out. -It's good that Korra admits how terrified she is. -Favorite scenes. -Favorite lines. The Legend of Korra season 1, episode 4, "A Voice in the Night": -Asami. How do we feel? -Fifty Shades of...Avatar? -Was it right for Mako to drop Korra so quickly

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra season 1, episode 1, "Welcome to Republic City" and season 1, episode 2, "Leaf in the Wind." Superfans: Natalie and Caitlin Newbies: Brittany and Karen The Legend of Korra season 1, episode 1, "Welcome to Republic City": -Oh, we love our Ariana synopses. -How did we like the new intro? -Aang is really gone, guys. -But ONE of us doesn't care. -How did we feel about baby Korra? -What about grown-up Korra? -We all fell in love with Tenzin immediately. -Natalie breaks down Aang's grandchildren for us. -How is there another sky bison? -Brittany has a theory as to how Sokka died. -Is it weird Tenzin has to teach his father's reincarnation? -How do we feel about Naga? -Were we expecting technology to be this advanced? -Is it okay to glorify the bending in the show? -Are we Team Avatar or Team Equality? -Korra kind of destroyed...everything. -Toph had a daughter! -Ariana should write an in between series. -Who thought it was a good idea to give Korra a press con

ReWatchable returns to discuss Legend of Korra with all the hosts from Avatar: The Last Airbender. Superfans: Michal, Mitch, Natalie, Caitlin, and Donya Newbies: Brittany, Ariana, and Karen The Legend of Korra intro: -Who are we? -How long are we recording this round? -Michal says Korra changed her life. -Mitch died and then came back to life. -Natalie likes that Korra is more grown up. -Caitlin is totally the best live tweeter. -Korra dies, doesn't she? -Natalie thinks Donya probably likes Korra. -Brittany only still cares about Bumi. -We need to read the comics. -Ariana has not been murdered yet! -Karen is excited to learn about Korra. -Oh, Mitchel. We still love you. Most of us, anyway. -The Korra fandom is so intense. (In a good way!) Listener feedback -Karen wants to be better about fulfilling the incentives. -Our listeners are so excited we're back! -Mitch gets yelled at some more. -The newbies wonder if we'll like Korra more than ATLA. Links: -Septbender: The Legend of Korra season 2 fe

ReWatchable is back to discuss Freaks and Geeks as a whole before we move on to Legend of Korra! Superfans: Brittany, Jack, Pamela, and Karen Newbies: Kristen, Ariana, Caitlin, and Danielle Freaks and Geeks wrap-up: -How do the superfans feel about the show overall now that we've discussed it? -How does Kristen feel about the overall series? -Who's our favorite character? -Favorite arcs? -We talk a little bit about Nick's arc. -Favorite episodes? -Do we like Lindsey and Nick together? -Are Daniel and Kim good for each other? -We all love Ken and Amy, obvs. -Do we want Bill and Vicki to get together? -Who was our favorite cameo? -We discuss potential season 2 plot points. Listener feedback -What iTunes incentive are we sending you guys off with this week? -One listener gives us some love, and discusses Ken's plot at the end of the season. -Another listener is SO ready for Korra. -We also take care of a little business if you've been having trouble downloading podcasts. Next time on ReWatchable