In this week’s episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re diving into the wild ride that is Instinct! Trust us, this one gets spicy. We’re talking alien queens, soulmates, and the kiss that nearly sent Clark over the edge (literally). From Chloe’s heartbreaking letter reveal to Lois walking in on Maxima mid-smooch, there’s a lot to unpack… including what this moment meant for Clois, Chlimmy, and Clark’s entire arc. Join us as we revisit all the chaos, character beats, and comic book callbacks that make this one unforgettable. Buckle up, Smallville fans, things are about to get emotionally intense. GET YOUR 30 DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/4cC1JEf ****** Support the channel 👉 https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHRvjz_pKP1Th5Y8ZIwFMtQ/join Check out our Merch! - https://hopefullyawesome.creator-spring.com/ This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Use our Amazon affiliate link to support the channel for free! - https://amzn.to/49vFVbF Mail to: Matt & Maggie - PO Box 3924, Kingsport TN, 37664, United States Matt & Maggie - 1001 N Eastman Road # 3924, Kingsport TN, 37664, United States 📒Show Notes and Resources📒 ⏱️Time Stamps⏱️ 0:00 - Going Back To Smallville 8x4 9:55 - Instinct Review 16:00 - War! What Is It Good For? 38:55 - Continuity 50:45 - Freak of the Week 56:20 - Puberty But With Super Powers 58:00 - No Flights, No Tights 59:10 - Drugs But With Kryptonite 1:02:25 - That’s Just Prime 1:05:15 - DCU References 1:18:15 - The Talon Mix 1:19:10 - Countdown to Superman 1:19:40 - Next Time On Smallville - S8x5: Committed 📘Connect With Matt and Maggie ➡️ https://bsky.app/profile/matt.hopefullyawesome.com ➡️ https://bsky.app/profile/maggie.hopefullyawesome.com ➡️ https://bsky.app/profile/hopefullyawesome.com ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@hopefullyawesom ➡️ https://discord.gg/PSC9WdsKF4 📱Subscribe and Listen to Going Back To Smallville Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-back-to-smallville/id1616725063 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/07U2AJBm7haOgULimkV259?si=2M-2yfdFRXeE7J2ugMleUw Smallville Complete Series Boxset - https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln Superman 4K Boxset - https://amzn.to/49vFVbF Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Al and Boomer, Jerri Anna, TheBigWolf, Random Rick, Ben Grimm, Andrew Norman, Jonathan Odartei, Evan Peterson, Baboos, Sailor Pandy, and The Great Steve. Each week Matt and Maggie produce a variety of shows on YouTube and podcast services with a positive nerdy spin. We like to keep things fun and light by simply geeking out over the things we love. If you’re looking for drama and toxicity, we’re not the droids you’re looking for. ⚡️ OTHER PODCASTS: - My Adventures With Digimon: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVP5p2pU8967qfsjeJYsd9RD - Sailor Moon Cosmic Power Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVNrrznSoTSD3-F9VR2JEBYi About this episode: It’s time to return to where the legend began. Join us as we revisit every episode of *Smallville*, the show that redefined the Superman legacy for a new generation. From Clark Kent’s first days in Smallville to the epic conclusion after ten seasons, we’re covering it all—one week at a time. Perfect for fans who grew up watching *Smallville* or anyone fascinated by the evolution of Superman, this podcast is your weekly dive into the series that brought the Man of Steel’s origin story to life. Each episode, we break down the plot, rank the “freaks of the week,” dig into the DC references, hunt for Easter eggs, and celebrate the moments that made *Smallville* a cornerstone of superhero television.