Idling In The Impala | a ride through SPN fandom and fanfiction

Sandra and Kasey | SPN Fandom and FanFic Buddies
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A podcast for lovers of the show Supernatural and the fanfiction Sam and Dean Winchester inspire. Buckle up as your hosts, Sandra and Kasey, interview fanfic authors and creators from every corner of the fandom. You can expect AO3 fic recommendations, discussions on the art of storytelling with fellow writers, podfics, episode rewatches, and discussions of characters and story arcs. If SPN and fanfic intersect, Sandra and Kasey will probably talk about it. SPNFamily, hop in the backseat!

  1. 2d ago

    From OFCs to Ships | Inside Supernatural Fanfiction with Annie & Bets

    Sandra and Kasey sit down with SPN fanfiction writers Annie (copperboom82) and Bets (flanneledfae) to explore why they write the fanfic they love—from original female characters to multi-ship adventures and rare pairs. Discover how this community celebrates "doing it for yourself" and making fandom a welcoming space for all storytellers and readers. Find Annie on tumblr and AO3. Find Bets on tumblr and AO3. ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks! We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!  Our Priding in the Impala Fundraiser merch is available now! ~~~~~ Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys: World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global ~~~~~ Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance. ~~~ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:30 - Annie and Bets Meet Cute 00:04:30 - How they got into Supernatural 00:10:03 - Blorbo Bias 00:14:57 - Overall thoughts on the show 00:19:33 - Favorite Characters 00:21:53 - Where was fandom found 00:26:58 - Writing journey 00:42:45 - OFC and Reader Insert 00:51:44 - Fave fic tropes 00:56:27 - Plotter or Pantser 01:09:33 - Trying out different collaborative programs 01:14:31 - All the ships for Bets 01:24:32 - No kink shaming here 01:31:05 - Being a Beta 01:34:49 - Banging it out 01:41:59 - Fave FanFic Authors 01:54:28 - Fave creations 01:58:50 - Username origins 01:59:09 - Kasey had a massive effect for Bets 02:02:54 - Annie’s Gilmore Girls inspo 02:04:46 - The Secret Question 02:07:10 - Final thoughts 02:10:42 - Outro

    2h 15m
  2. Ramble On Podfic - Priding in the Impala 2026

    3d ago ·  Bonus

    Ramble On Podfic - Priding in the Impala 2026

    Podfic Narration Time – “Priding in the Impala 2026” by Drasna ~~~~~ “Priding in the Impala 2026” by Drasna Rating: Teen and Up Audiences Pairing: None, General Characters: Dean, Sam, some OCs that you might recognize Summary: The boys get called in to help out with a case that Sandra and Kasey have researched. Dean's gonna have to be bait and show some pride in the process. ~~~~~  Happy Pride Month! Fanfic Writers of the SPN Fandom Monthly Challenge for June Prompt: What better way to fight for equal rights and to celebrate pride than a pride parade? Write a fic with your favorite character(s) attending a Pride March. Since the Idling in the Impala podcast is fundraising for Pride month using some amazing art by jayjay-thejet-plane (you can find them on Tumblr), I got inspired to write a story based on the artwork with a prompt from the FFWotSPNF Discord server. And since Kasey and I are in the artwork, I included us in the story. Think of this as our introduction/hunter origin story on the show, somewhere around S2. Note: the use of the word "queer" by Dean is not meant as a slur or derogatory term. Kasey (they/them) has reclaimed this term for themselves and the LGBTQIA+ community, and I got their blessing to use it in the story. Also, Big Drumroll… Kasey helped me narrate the fic! ~ Sandra ~~~~~ Story link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/86130776 Find all of our podfic narrations (including the ones that earn us an Explicit rating) that spotlight a ton of amazing writers on AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/series/2964867

    14 min

  3. Jun 2

    Canon Fodder: J2 AU | Fanfic Recommendations from AO3

    Sandra and Kasey revive Canon Fodder with an in-depth look at J2 AU fanfiction—the nuanced space where RPF meets alternate universe storytelling. Discover handpicked fanfic recommendations from AO3 that explore this beloved (and sometimes controversial) fanfic category, plus insights into how the Supernatural fandom has shaped this creative corner over the years. Also, hear from two of the authors themselves in this episode with an excerpt from a 2025 interview with nyxocity and a recent chat Sandra had with Compo67. Fic Recs (AO3 Links) Sandra: A Touch of Evil by nyxocity Kasey: Saxx and Gun Oil by NaughtyPastryChef Sandra: Back Pocket Verse by Compo67 Kasey: Pretending Is Who We Are by BewareTheIdes15  ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks! We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!  Our Priding in the Impala Fundraiser merch is available now! ~~~~~ Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys: World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global ~~~~~ Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance. ~~~ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:02 - Canon Fodder Nostalgia 00:03:10 - How did we decide on J2 AU 00:04:16 - Thoughts on RPF Then and Now 00:09:54 - J2 Ken Dolls 00:14:54 - Getting into our picks 00:16:07 - A Touch of Evil by nyxocity 00:36:15 - Saxx and Gun Oil by NaughtyPastryChef 00:41:19 - Backpocket Verse by Compo67 00:47:31 - Pretending is Who We Are by Bewaretheides15 00:55:57 - Special chat with Compo67 about Backpocket 01:39:45 - Outro

    1h 42m

  4. May 26

    The Boys Series Discussion | How It Compares to Supernatural

    The Boys finale has everyone talking—and we're here for it. In this episode, Sandra and Kasey break down the series' biggest moments, compare its themes of power and brotherhood to Supernatural, and ask the all-important question: Did Kripke stick the landing? We chat about character arcs, cameos by familiar faces, and how this show gets graded by some fandom buddies. Buckle up for your favorite hosts diving into another corner of TV gold. ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks! We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!  Our Priding in the Impala Fundraiser merch is available now! ~~~~~ Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys: World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global ~~~~~ Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance. ~~~ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:26 - Anticipating the Finale 00:23:22 - The Anxiety Spectre of Supernatural 00:35:01 - Season stand out moments 00:38:05 - Series Finale Scene by Scene 01:44:17 - Thoughts on the ending from our Discord Server 01:53:00 - Outro

    1h 56m

  5. May 19

    Supernatural Convention Stories: Tales from the SPN Fandom, Vol. 2

    Dive into the vibrant Supernatural fandom with Sandra and Kasey as they kick off a new series of convention stories. In this episode, listeners share their personal experiences attending ComicCons and Supernatural CreationCons, offering unique insights into the community that celebrates Dean Winchester, Sam Winchester, and their legendary adventures. Whether you're a fan of fanfiction, fanfic recommendations, or podfics, this episode transports you into the heart of the SPN family. Sandra and Kasey invite you to join the conversation by sharing your own convention stories, continuing the rich tradition of storytelling within the fandom. Stay tuned for more episodes exploring fandom life, supernatural characters, and the creative fan works that keep the community alive! Today’s episode has a heartfelt interview with Jen (Jld71 on tumblr). Seriously, you may need tissues. Sandra did. ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks! We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!  Our Priding in the Impala Fundraiser merch is available now! ~~~~~ Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys: World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global ~~~~~ Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance. ~~~ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:00 - Convention chat with Jen 00:43:28 - Ko-Fi Member Thanks

    44 min

  6. May 12

    Magical Healing (Bleep) in Supernatural Fanfiction | Exploring AO3 Tags & Tropes

    Fanfiction tags on AO3 can be delightfully cryptic. And then, there's the very obviously unmistakably descriptive "Magical Healing C**k" tag. Join Sandra and Kasey as they explore and discuss how fans use AO3's tagging system to navigate the fandom. Perfect for fanfic readers and writers seeking deeper insights into fandom. Link to the Magical Healing C**k Fanlore Page. Doc with all the stats and fic links discussed in this episode can be found here. Click here to check out a fic rec from a Discord member. Join us in the Idling server’s #backseat to share your recs and thoughts! ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks! We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys: World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global ~~~~~ Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance. ~~~ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:44 - Tag introduction 00:06:55 - Has this tag been replaced by another 00:09:54 - This is squicky for one of us 00:16:48 - AO3 stats 00:22:35 - Building or recovering intimacy after trauma 00:30:03 - Back to AO3 stats 00:31:46 - Fic recs with these tags 00:45:45 - Final verdicts and outro

    51 min
  7. Ramble On Podfic - Blackbird

    May 8 ·  Bonus

    Ramble On Podfic - Blackbird

    Podfic Narration Time – Chapter 1 of “Blackbird” by sorryitsmyfirstdayonearth Sorry likes to think of herself as the director of her Reader Inserts rather than inhabiting the starring role. And, man, this story is epic! It’s Sam/Reader in the Old West, heavily influenced by the show Deadwood. Narrating the first chapter was such a treat. Definitely going on my TBR list! ~ Sandra Read the story here: https://archiveofourown.org/works/66220714/chapters/170698717 ~~~~~ Supernatural Fandom Rated Mature Sam Winchester/Reader Summary: 1880: Blackbird, Dakota territory, is a lawless frontier town. Progress is coming, but for now, whiskey is poured, whores are run and anyone who has a disagreement can settle it with a revolver. Then Samuel Wesson comes to town and to your joint, the Cathouse. He's kind but mysterious, a man with a dark past. He befriends you, the local madam, in his attempt to find his place in Blackbird. Except that Sam’s six foot four of righteous trouble, and you have anything but friendly feelings for him. But the past isn’t past, and soon Sam’s shadows follow him to town – his brother, his old crew and with them, the cold injustice of the open road. ~~~~~ Podfic sound effect credit used: horse_galloping.wav by telezon -- https://freesound.org/s/368583/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 ~~~~~ Listen to all of Idling in the Impala’s Ramble On Podfics by visiting the https://archiveofourown.org/series/2964867 Podfics in the Impala series.

    37 min

  8. May 5

    “I thought there were rules.” Interview with SPN Fanfiction Author Sorryitsmyfirstdayonearth | Fanfic Insights and Winchester Tales

    Sandra and Kasey welcome Sorryitsmyfirstdayonearth, a Supernatural fanfiction author, who has made a significant splash in the SPN fandom with over 170 reader-insert fics on AO3. Whether you're a fan of Dean Winchester, Sam Winchester, or both, Sorry's work has something for every SPN enthusiast. In this episode, we dive into the world of fanfiction, exploring Sorry's creative process, her "Sorry’s Smutober Spectacular," and why she writes explicit fics filled with emotion and kink. Tune in for fanfic recommendations and conversation with a passionate member of the Supernatural fanfiction community. You can find Sorry on tumblr and AO3. ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks! We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys: World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global ~~~~~ Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance. ~~~ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:12 - When did Sorry get into Supernatural 00:10:34 - The comfort factor 00:12:03 - It’s Sam for Sorry 00:21:54 - Show thoughts 00:24:50 - All of the Sam versions, please 00:28:28 - Dean deliciousness 00:33:36 - The brothers are weird about each other 00:35:13 - Favorite characters 00:42:23 - Amelia verdict 00:46:59 - Shipping Samwena 00:49:17 - More show questions 01:01:00 - Discovering the SPN fandom 01:03:57 - Writing start 01:05:24 - Finding fanfiction 01:07:08 - Finding the plagiarism trial to tumblr 01:08:59 - Reader Insert revelations 01:13:11 - Identifying a One Shot of Series 01:17:41 - A series of smut events 01:28:41 - Sorry’s MOC Dean 01:32:20 - Prompt and response 01:34:28 - Digging into the Mark 01:42:45 - Writing less is more 01:43:58 - Wipping it out 01:47:37 - The joy of sharing stories 01:51:00 - Shifting writing tones 01:53:46 - Reading list 01:59:27 - Ways to honor your soul characters 02:04:33 - How Sorry tags 02:06:34 - Favorite SPN authors 02:09:59 - Live Kasey story connection 02:12:23 - Supporting friends in their writing journey 02:15:05 - Fanfic exposure therapy 02:19:33 - Kasey’s questions 02:35:40 - Final thoughts and outro

    2h 50m
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A podcast for lovers of the show Supernatural and the fanfiction Sam and Dean Winchester inspire. Buckle up as your hosts, Sandra and Kasey, interview fanfic authors and creators from every corner of the fandom. You can expect AO3 fic recommendations, discussions on the art of storytelling with fellow writers, podfics, episode rewatches, and discussions of characters and story arcs. If SPN and fanfic intersect, Sandra and Kasey will probably talk about it. SPNFamily, hop in the backseat!

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