32 episodes
Still Slaying: a Buffy-verse podcast Podcastica
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4.6 • 17 Ratings
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Penny and Kara take you on a journey of appreciation, nostalgia and deep analysis of all things Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Currently in BTVS Season 3 and we plan to rewatch the whole series (& Angel) in chronological order. New Episodes are published on Tuesdays.
Why revisit the Buffy-verse?
We think the show Still Slays. Buffy is both iconoclast and icon. 25 years ago she broke new ground for women characters as superheroes and women as people by subverting tropes, using kindness as strength and love as power. The cheeky vibe of the show provides a campy canvas for exploring some deep themes about trauma, societal ills and human nature all while delivering its signature witty dialogue. BTVS remains relevant and held in high critical regard 25 years later.
For first time watchers of the series we try to avoid too many spoilers until the end of the podcast so it’s easy to skip. You can be a part of the discussion: Send us a text or voice message at stillslayingfeedback@gmail.com or comment at facebook.com/groups/podcastica and we'll respond on the air.
Follow us on Instagram @stillslayingcast
We're Podcastica, and we've been doing episode-by-episode deep dives into amazing TV shows for over a decade now. Check out our other shows at Podcastica.com.
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32: “Earshot” (BTVS S3E18)
“No one else exists either. Buffy is all of us. We think. Therefore, she is.”
Content warning: discussion of gun violence, school shootings, and suicide
If you want to skip the main discussion of the Columbine shooting, it starts at 00:04:50 and ends around 00:16:11. Additional discussion of school gun violence occurs from 01:19:38 to 01:41:56.
This episode holds up remarkably well. Along with some serious messages about pain and compassion and empathy, it delivers some classic quips and hilarious character moments. The Scooby Duo bond over metaphoric runs and stumbles in their careers, always irresistible to our opponents, and go on to talk about Saint Buffy, demon eczema, the best superpowers, chicken and stars, cow print pajamas, Othello, Band Candy, individualism, assumptions, isolation, emotional intelligence, jealousy, reflections, Tiger King, Aladdin, Lawrence Olivier, Shakespeare in the Park, compassion fatigue, Jell-O, risk, alcohol abuse, man vs. bear, Cocaine Bear, the color yellow, Walk Like an Egyptian, British slang, and room temperature milk.
Next time, we’ll be covering Season 3, Episode 19, “Choices.”
Keep Slaying!
Links
If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, there are many resources available.
Suicide Hotline in the US- Dial 988International Suicide Hotlines at www.opencounseling.com Suicide Prevention - National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)Suicide Prevention | CDCSuicide preventionMore than 20% of teens have seriously considered suicide. Psychologists and communities can help tackle the problem
Original Trailer/WB Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5V8xyPyzG0
Join the Zedhead community - https://www.patreon.com/jasoncabassi
Join the conversation! You can email or send a voice message to stillslayingfeedback@gmail.com, or join us at facebook.com/groups/podcastica and https://www.facebook.com/still.slaying.a.buffy.verse.podcast where we put up comment posts for each episode we cover.
Follow us on Instagram Still Slaying: a Buffyverse Podcast from Podcastica Network (@stillslayingcast) • Instagram photos and videos
Theme Music:℗ CC-BY 2020 Quesbe | Lucie G. MorillonGoopsy | Drum and Bass | Free CC-BY Music By Quesbe is licensed under a Creative Commons License. -
31: “Enemies” (BTVS S3E17)
“I’ve got two words that are gonna make all the pain go away. Miniature…. Golf.”
Welcoming Randy back to Still Slaying, Penny and Kara dive headfirst into this pivotal episode. The team talks through the betrayal, the performances within performances, the ongoing creepiness of older men and teenage girls, true happiness versus sexual satisfaction, parental figures, fence posts, room temperature milk, face punching, demons as regular folks, Game of Thrones, Shōgun, naivete, vampire rules, religious symbols, garlic, fashion, sassy Giles, and Faith, Faith and more Faith.
Next time, we’ll be covering Season 3, Episode 18, “Earshot”
Keep Slaying!
News Links/Referenced Links
Original Trailer/WB Promo: Buffy Enemies Promo
Join the Zedhead community - https://www.patreon.com/jasoncabassi
Join the conversation! You can email or send a voice message to stillslayingfeedback@gmail.com, or join us at facebook.com/groups/podcastica and https://www.facebook.com/still.slaying.a.buffy.verse.podcast where we put up comment posts for each episode we cover.
Follow us on Instagram Still Slaying: a Buffyverse Podcast from Podcastica Network (@stillslayingcast) • Instagram photos and videos
Theme Music:℗ CC-BY 2020 Quesbe | Lucie G. MorillonGoopsy | Drum and Bass | Free CC-BY Music By Quesbe is licensed under a Creative Commons License. -
30: “Dopplegangland” (BTVS S3E16)
“I’m a blood-sucking fiend! Look at my outfit!”
Glad to welcome Jim back to the podcast to dig into this somewhat lighthearted episode about the return of Vamp Willow, the team has a lot of laughs talking about evil twins, licking, pool sharks, spin-off fantasies, what it’s like to work at The Bronze, the Bechdel test, the Duvernay test, Old Yeller, and that sweater. "Look at me. I'm all fuzzy."
Next time, we’ll be covering Season 3, Episode 17, “Enemies”
Keep Slaying!
News Links/Referenced Links
Original Trailer/WB Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvVa8S3yYCA
Join the Zedhead community - https://www.patreon.com/jasoncabassi
Join the conversation! You can email or send a voice message to stillslayingfeedback@gmail.com, or join us at facebook.com/groups/podcastica and https://www.facebook.com/still.slaying.a.buffy.verse.podcast where we put up comment posts for each episode we cover.
Follow us on Instagram Still Slaying: a Buffyverse Podcast from Podcastica Network (@stillslayingcast) • Instagram photos and videos
Theme Music:℗ CC-BY 2020 Quesbe | Lucie G. MorillonGoopsy | Drum and Bass | Free CC-BY Music By Quesbe is licensed under a Creative Commons License. -
29: “Consequences” (BTVS S3E15)
“First word jail. Second word bait.”
With special guest, Kirk, Penny and Kara dive deep into this dark episode, watching Faith spiraling out of control in the wake of last week’s accidental murder. The three explore redemption, tragedy, addiction, emotional vulnerability, guilt, violence, the Watchers’ Council, Shōgun, the lack of diversity in Sunnydale, reboot potential, JW, Star Trek: The Next Generation, and law school exam questions.
Next time, we’ll be covering Season 3, Episode 16, “Dopplegangland.”
Keep Slaying!
News Links/Referenced Links
Original Trailer/WB Promo: https://youtu.be/27IhK8EY7mE?si=t__eul7kz0meqqol
Check out Kirk’s artwork at www.StudioKM.com
Join the Zedhead community - https://www.patreon.com/jasoncabassi
Join the conversation! You can email or send a voice message to stillslayingfeedback@gmail.com, or join us at facebook.com/groups/podcastica and https://www.facebook.com/still.slaying.a.buffy.verse.podcast where we put up comment posts for each episode we cover. Follow us on Instagram Still Slaying: a Buffyverse Podcast from Podcastica Network (@stillslayingcast) • Instagram photos and videos
Theme Music:℗ CC-BY 2020 Quesbe | Lucie G. MorillonGoopsy | Drum and Bass | Free CC-BY Music By Quesbe is licensed under a Creative Commons License. -
28: “Bad Girls” (BTVS S3E14)
“Whenever Giles sends me on a mission he says please, and afterwards, I get a cookie.”
Kara’s back from her automotive adventures and Sam is guesting this week. The trio dig into the psychological reasons behind Faith and Buffy’s respective behavior and choices. They talk about PTSD, addiction, anger, myriad sources and signs of trauma, mirror-selves, Rick and Shane from the Walking Dead, the Kool-Aid Man, change, Zaddy Giles, comic strips, teenage girls and their capacity for meanness, Iliza Schlesinger, Alex Edelman, high-school nicknames, Eyeore, corn dogs and the squelching jacuzzi demon.
Next time, we’ll be covering Season 3, Episode 15, “Consequences.”
Keep Slaying!
News Links/Referenced Links
Original Trailer/WB Promo: https://youtu.be/27IhK8EY7mE?si=t__eul7kz0meqqol
Join the Zedhead community - https://www.patreon.com/jasoncabassi
Join the conversation! You can email or send a voice message to stillslayingfeedback@gmail.com, or join us at facebook.com/groups/podcastica and https://www.facebook.com/still.slaying.a.buffy.verse.podcast where we put up comment posts for each episode we cover.
Follow us on Instagram Still Slaying: a Buffyverse Podcast from Podcastica Network (@stillslayingcast) • Instagram photos and videos
Theme Music:℗ CC-BY 2020 Quesbe | Lucie G. MorillonGoopsy | Drum and Bass | Free CC-BY Music By Quesbe is licensed under a Creative Commons License. -
27: “The Zeppo” (BTVS S3E13)
“There was no part of that, that wasn’t fun.”
Penny makes the best of Kara’s absence this week by welcoming Steve and Jason back to the podcast to talk about this Xander POV episode. The three discuss the films of 1999, references that age well and references that age poorly, Michael Cudlitz, adults playing teenagers, bravery, zombies, bluffing, gatorade gambling, the zen of Oz, Donal Logue, teenage boys, cars, The Greatest American Hero, aging and the essence of cool.
Next time, we’ll be covering Season 3, Episode 14, “Bad Girls”
Keep Slaying!
News Links/Referenced Links
Original Trailer/WB Promo: https://youtu.be/HrzU0YUKwxI?si=MGmpGMQ-UtgMWbWN
Join the Zedhead community - https://www.patreon.com/jasoncabassi
Join the conversation! You can email or send a voice message to stillslayingfeedback@gmail.com, or join us at facebook.com/groups/podcastica and https://www.facebook.com/still.slaying.a.buffy.verse.podcast where we put up comment posts for each episode we cover.
Follow us on Instagram Still Slaying: a Buffyverse Podcast from Podcastica Network (@stillslayingcast) • Instagram photos and videos
Theme Music:℗ CC-BY 2020 Quesbe | Lucie G. MorillonGoopsy | Drum and Bass | Free CC-BY Music By Quesbe is licensed under a Creative Commons License.
Customer Reviews
Excellent podcast
Truly excellent show with talented podcasters. Very informative and interesting. Really appreciate the thoughtful deep dives into a show that is as highly progressive for its time. Keep doing what you’re doing!
This show slays!
I love that Penny and Kara look at Buffy through the lens of today but also give context for what was happening when each episode aired. Awesome podcast!
Just one person’s opinion
I was truly excited for this rewatch podcast when it started and for most podcast I am not one to leave a review but after the Gingerbread episode, I really don’t want to hear anymore. They continuously say it is not political but it is. I was listening to enjoy a show that was an escape when I was younger and instead each show is 40 minutes of what the Buffy episode is about and the other 1 hour and 1/2 to 2 hours is political and social rants. I am a black female, who is also educated, and have a mind of my own, and this latest episode, basically was a rant on how if I didn’t agree with their opinions on national and world issues, then it was strictly because I buy to the patriarch article narrative, and not that I have opinions experiences and knowledge of my own to be able to disagree with you. After hearing the statement, I came to the conclusion that they are no different than the extreme right wing conservatives they claim to fight against if you’re not with them you’re against them, so I guess I’m against them and I’ve moved on to a podcast about Buffy that tends to stick with talking about Buffy.. so my review is not for anyone who enjoys this type of podcast more power to you, but more is to serve as information for those who are looking to relive and rewatch a truly wonderful show.
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