Going Back To Smallville

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Join Matt and Maggie on their weekly re-watch of Smallvile for a Hopefully Awesome podcast. Every week we’ll breakdown the plot, rank the Freak of the Week, discuss Easter-eggs, and just have a general discussion of Smallville. No Flights, No Tights, No Problem. Get access to extended episodes and exclusive shows at Patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Thanks for listening and, as always, have a Hopefully Awesome day!

  1. 1d ago

    Idol

    The Wonder Twins are in Smallville!! We’re freaking out over 9x8 “Idol” and the wonderfully absurd decision to bring Zan and Jayna into this universe. Somehow, that’s only half the reason we absolutely LOVE this episode, because Lois and Clark are getting seriously steamy. Lois starts putting the pieces together about Clark and the Blur, Clark gets dangerously close to exposing his secret, and the whole thing builds to Lois realizing that no matter how she feels about the Blur, she can’t stop thinking about Clark. Then she turns around and gives him THAT KISS. We’re talking Wonder Twin powers, Clark becoming a true symbol of hope, Lois nearly discovering everything, and one of our favorite Lois and Clark moments yet. Smallville “Idol” is ridiculous, romantic, and exactly our kind of episode. Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Become a Member on Youtube: 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. 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 - 9x8 0:38 - Idol Review 13:15 -War! What Is It Good For? 21:39 -Continuity 28:58 -Welcome to the Party Pal! 31:10 -Freak of the Week 34:36 -Traitor 35:50 -Puberty But With Super Powers 38:01 -No Flights, No Tights 38:54 -That’s Just Prime 42:04 -DCU References 57:11 -The Talon Mix 57:41 -Countdown to Superman 59:01 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x9: Pandora 📘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 Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Jerri Anna | TheBigWolf | Ben Grimm | Andrew Norman | Jonathan Odartei | Baboos | Sailor Pandy | The Great Steve | FNX01 | Devin Galbraith | Eric Smallville Complete Series Boxset: https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln Superman 4K Boxset: https://amzn.to/49vFVbF 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-xQBVPkZXCHukQAE6XMdqcqKfUm Sailor Moon Cosmic Power Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVNaKp2Ly9_O4Zg9_k8FF0cj For support inquires, or business inquiries, please email us at contact@hopefullyawesome.com About this video: 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.

  2. Aug 25

    Kandor

    We absolutely loved how big, emotional, and downright epic this one felt. For the first time, Clark’s flesh-and-blood father Jor-El is actually in Smallville, giving Clark the chance to come painfully close to knowing the man behind the voice that has guided him for years. We’re talking about Jor-El and Zod’s friendship before everything fell apart, the tragedy that shaped Zod after losing his wife and child, and just how heartbreaking it is watching so many relationships on Krypton end in loss. We definitely missed having Lois around this week, but getting to see more of Krypton before its destruction gave Season 9 a scale we weren’t expecting. And when Clark finally meets Jor-El? This one got us. “Kandor” is a sad episode, but it’s also one of those Smallville stories that makes Clark’s Kryptonian history feel bigger than ever while still bringing everything back home to the Kent Farm. Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Become a Member on Youtube: 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. 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 - 9x7 1:36 -Kandor Review 16:48 -War! What Is It Good For? 21:07 -Continuity 44:05 -Freak of the Week 50:35 -Traitor 52:13 -Puberty But With Super Powers 54:07 -No Flights, No Tights 54:07 -Drugs But With Kryptonite 55:07 -That’s Just Prime 59:01 -DCU References 1:13:40 -Countdown to Superman 1:15:13 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x8: Idol 📘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 Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Jerri Anna | TheBigWolf | Ben Grimm | Andrew Norman | Jonathan Odartei | Baboos | Sailor Pandy | The Great Steve | FNX01 | Devin Galbraith | Eric Smallville Complete Series Boxset: https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln Superman 4K Boxset: https://amzn.to/49vFVbF 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-xQBVPkZXCHukQAE6XMdqcqKfUm Sailor Moon Cosmic Power Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVNaKp2Ly9_O4Zg9_k8FF0cj For support inquires, or business inquiries, please email us at contact@hopefullyawesome.com About this video: 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.

  3. Aug 18

    Crossfire

    After years of flirting, fighting, terrible timing, and enough unresolved tension to power all of Metropolis, this episode gives us the moment we’ve been waiting for, and we absolutely loved it. Clark and Lois’ chemistry is basically the heartbeat of the entire episode, from their wonderfully awkward Good Morning Metropolis audition to jealous Clark watching Lois and Oliver together, Lois finally admitting how she really feels about Clark, and that incredible final scene at the Daily Planet. We also get Oliver taking Mia under his wing, bringing Speedy into the Smallville universe, plus Tess and Zod continuing their dangerous game of Kryptonian chess. There’s a lot happening in Smallville 9x6 “Crossfire,” but for us, this one belongs to Clark and Lois. That kiss was a long time coming, and it was absolutely worth the wait. Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Become a Member on Youtube: 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. 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 - 9x6 2:09 -Crossfire Review 18:00 -How Lois and Clark Have Progressed This Week 25:27 -War! What Is It Good For? 37:16 -Continuity 51:30 -Welcome to the Party Pal! 54:00 -Freak of the Week 1:07:10 -Traitor 1:08:20 -Puberty But With Super Powers 1:10:20 -No Flights, No Tights 1:11:58 -Pizza Time 1:12:50 -That’s Just Prime 1:16:18 -DCU References 1:30:38 -The Talon Mix 1:31:40 -Countdown to Superman 1:32:00 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x7: Kandor 📘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 Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Jerri Anna | TheBigWolf | Ben Grimm | Andrew Norman | Jonathan Odartei | Baboos | Sailor Pandy | The Great Steve | Blahman | Devin Galbraith Smallville Complete Series Boxset: https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln Superman 4K Boxset: https://amzn.to/49vFVbF 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-xQBVPkZXCHukQAE6XMdqcqKfUm Sailor Moon Cosmic Power Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVNaKp2Ly9_O4Zg9_k8FF0cj For support inquires, or business inquiries, please email us at contact@hopefullyawesome.com About this video: 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.

  4. Aug 16

    Roulette

    This one feels less like a typical superhero episode and more like Smallville’s take on Michael Douglas’s The Game. In this episode of our Going Back to Smallville rewatch podcast and series retrospective, Oliver Queen is pushed through a wild, increasingly dangerous game that forces him to confront just how far he’s fallen and whether there’s still a hero underneath all that pain. Chloe’s methods are definitely extreme, Lois gets pulled into the chaos, and we’ve got plenty to say about all of it, but what really makes “Roulette” work for us is Oliver’s redemption. Seeing him rediscover the part of himself that wants to save people, followed by the return of Green Arrow alongside Clark, made this one incredibly satisfying. The Green Arrow is back, and we couldn’t be happier. Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Become a Member on Youtube: 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. 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 - 9x5 2:25 -Roulette Review 25:53 -War! What Is It Good For? 36:00 -Continuity 45:22 -Freak of the Week 54:25 -Traitor 56:22 -Puberty But With Super Powers 57:32 -No Flights, No Tights 1:02:30 -Drugs But With Kryptonite 1:03:20 -Pizza Time 1:05:15 -That’s Just Prime 1:10:00 -DCU References 1:23:45 -The Talon Mix 1:24:50 -Countdown to Superman 1:26:24 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x6: Crossfire 📘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 Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Jerri Anna | TheBigWolf | Ben Grimm | Andrew Norman | Jonathan Odartei | Baboos | Sailor Pandy | The Great Steve | Blahman | Devin Galbraith Smallville Complete Series Boxset: https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln Superman 4K Boxset: https://amzn.to/49vFVbF 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-xQBVPkZXCHukQAE6XMdqcqKfUm Sailor Moon Cosmic Power Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVNaKp2Ly9_O4Zg9_k8FF0cj For support inquires, or business inquiries, please email us at contact@hopefullyawesome.com About this video: 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.

  5. Aug 4

    Echo

    Clark and Lois are finally starting to feel like the heart of Smallville, and “Echo” gives us everything we’ve been waiting for. In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, our Smallville Season 9 rewatch podcast and series retrospective, we’re talking about Clark’s temporary ability to read minds, the adorable chaos that comes from hearing Lois’s unfiltered thoughts, and why their growing connection works so well. From maple donuts and a not-quite-date at a monster truck rally to Lois arriving in a gown after Clark stands her up, this episode understands exactly what makes these two special. We also break down Toyman’s return, Oliver’s heartbreaking downward spiral, and Clark realizing that saving his friends means noticing when they need him. We loved this one, but more than anything, we loved watching Clark and Lois move closer to becoming the couple we know they’re meant to be. Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Become a Member on Youtube: 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. 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 - 9x4 2:20 -Echo Review 29:47 -War! What Is It Good For? 36:23 -Continuity 46:50 -Freak of the Week 56:10 -Puberty But With Super Powers 58:05 -No Flights, No Tights 59:32 -Drugs But With Kryptonite 1:02:24 -Pizza Time 1:06:43 -That’s Just Prime 1:08:22 -DCU References 1:19:08 -The Talon Mix 1:20:36 -Countdown to Superman 1:24:00 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x5: Roulette 📘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 Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Jerri Anna | TheBigWolf | Ben Grimm | Andrew Norman | Jonathan Odartei | Baboos | Sailor Pandy | The Great Steve | Blahman Smallville Complete Series Boxset: https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln Superman 4K Boxset: https://amzn.to/49vFVbF 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-xQBVPkZXCHukQAE6XMdqcqKfUm Sailor Moon Cosmic Power Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVNaKp2Ly9_O4Zg9_k8FF0cj For support inquires, or business inquiries, please email us at contact@hopefullyawesome.com About this video: 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.

  6. Jul 21

    Rabid

    We’re revisiting Smallville Season 9, Episode 3, “Rabid,” a horror-inspired rewatch that feels like the show’s love letter to zombie movies like Dawn of the Dead and 28 Days Later. We had an absolute blast with this one as Clark races to save a zombie-infected Lois, leading to some fantastic Clois moments, creepy action, and one of the most fun standalone episodes of the season. We also talk about why Smallville’s movie homage episodes work so well, Oliver’s downward spiral, the eerie outbreak across Metropolis, and how the ending quietly sets up even bigger things to come with Zod. Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Become a Member on Youtube: 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. 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 - 9x3 3:30 -Rabid Review 27:50 -War! What Is It Good For? 34:15 -Continuity 43:45 -In Memoriam 45:43 -Freak of the Week 50:25 -Puberty But With Super Powers 51:45 -No Flights, No Tights 54:00 -Drugs But With Kryptonite 57:05 -Pizza Time 58:20 -That’s Just Prime 1:05:10 -DCU References 1:11:23 -The Talon Mix 1:13:35 -Countdown to Superman 1:14:47 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x4: Echo 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 Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Jerri Anna | TheBigWolf | Ben Grimm | Andrew Norman | Jonathan Odartei | Baboos | Sailor Pandy | The Great Steve | Blahman Smallville Complete Series Boxset: https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln Superman 4K Boxset: https://amzn.to/49vFVbF 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. Hosted by a married couple who loves geeking out over all things 90s, 00s, and DC Comics, *Going Back to Smallville* is all about keeping things positive, fun, and nostalgic. As part of the "Hopefully Awesome" family, we bring the same humor and enthusiasm that you’ve come to expect from our other shows. So, put on your red and blue, grab your meteor rock detector, and let’s go back to where it all began—one episode at a time!

  7. Jul 7

    Metallo

    We’re breaking down Smallville Season 9 Episode 2, “Metallo,” and we freaking loved this one. Clark and Lois are finally back in the same scene, Clark is stepping away from the whole “cutting off his humanity” era, and the show instantly feels more alive because of it. We talk about why John Corben works so well as Metallo, how his kryptonite heart makes him a genuinely tragic and dangerous antagonist, and why all those Terminator references made us so happy. Add in Lois being thrilled Clark is back, the Blur drama, Chloe pushing Clark, and the first real sparks of Season 9 Clois energy, and this Smallville series retrospective gave us exactly the kind of episode we’ve been waiting for. Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Become a Member on Youtube: 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. 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 - 9x2 2:55 -Metallo Review 19:10 -War! What Is It Good For? 25:35 -Continuity 36:10 -Freak of the Week 44:00 -Puberty But With Super Powers 46:25 -No Flights, No Tights 48:05 -Drugs But With Kryptonite 51:40 -That’s Just Prime 56:02 -DCU References 1:21:06 -Countdown to Superman 1:22:30 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x3: Rabid 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 Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Jerri Anna | TheBigWolf | Ben Grimm | Andrew Norman | Jonathan Odartei | Baboos | Sailor Pandy | The Great Steve | Blahman Smallville Complete Series Boxset: https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln Superman 4K Boxset: https://amzn.to/49vFVbF 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. Hosted by a married couple who loves geeking out over all things 90s, 00s, and DC Comics, *Going Back to Smallville* is all about keeping things positive, fun, and nostalgic. As part of the "Hopefully Awesome" family, we bring the same humor and enthusiasm that you’ve come to expect from our other shows. So put on your red and blue, grab your meteor rock and let’s go back to where it all began.

  8. Jul 3

    Supergirl (2026)

    Everyone is wrong, Supergirl absolutely rules. Tonight we’re talking about Supergirl (2026), the 4th project in James Gunn’s DCU, and why Kara’s story hits so differently from Superman’s. We loved the deeper look at Kara as a person, shaped by loss, anger, survival, and a life that never gave her the same warmth Clark had on Earth. This just-released DCU movie gave us a Supergirl who feels messy, wounded, funny, and heroic in her own way, plus Krypto, Ruthye, a brutal space revenge quest, and Jason Momoa’s Lobo being exactly as awesome as we hoped. Mostly, we’re here to happily defend this movie from the “it’s bad actually” crowd, because nope. Not today. Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Become a Member on Youtube: 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. 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 0:12:18 - Supergirl Review 0:55:18 - Welcome to the Party Pal 1:21:27 - Freak of the Week 1:47:33 - Drugs But… 2:18:49 - DCU References 2:28:46 - The Talon Mix 2:33:00 - Countdown to Superman and DCU 2:40:25 - Next Time 9x2: Metallo 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 Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Jerri Anna | TheBigWolf | Ben Grimm | Andrew Norman | Jonathan Odartei | Baboos | Sailor Pandy | The Great Steve | Blahman Smallville Complete Series Boxset: https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln Superman 4K Boxset: https://amzn.to/49vFVbF 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. Hosted by a married couple who loves geeking out over all things 90s, 00s, and DC Comics, *Going Back to Smallville* is all about keeping things positive, fun, and nostalgic. As part of the "Hopefully Awesome" family, we bring the same humor and enthusiasm that you’ve come to expect from our other shows. So, put on your red and blue, grab your meteor rock detector, and let’s go back to where it all began—one episode at a time!

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Join Matt and Maggie on their weekly re-watch of Smallvile for a Hopefully Awesome podcast. Every week we’ll breakdown the plot, rank the Freak of the Week, discuss Easter-eggs, and just have a general discussion of Smallville. No Flights, No Tights, No Problem. Get access to extended episodes and exclusive shows at Patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Thanks for listening and, as always, have a Hopefully Awesome day!

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    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
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