Becoming Buffy

How does Giles' betrayal in season 7 compare to this one? Should the council have been more or less involved in the Slayer's life? Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guest Brian Plodinec-Gibson as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the series. 

It's Buffy's 18th birthday, her powers have disappeared, and the Watcher's Council makes their first appearance on the show. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, & guest Brian Gibson, as they discuss themes of assault, the perils of being a woman, and betrayal.

TW: SA

Two children are murdered, Willow is the number one suspect, and Joyce rallies the entire town against her daughter with deadly consequences.  Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as the discuss themes of prejudice, censorship, and mob mentality.

How does Amends set up Angel's spin off in LA? Is the hilltop scene abusive? Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah & Dee as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse. 

The ghosts of Angel's past are back to torment and haunt him, forcing him to confront the ones he's hurt. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guest Dee, as they discuss addiction, suicide, redemption, and hope.

Was Anya's arc consistent throughout the show? Was Vamp Willow a foreshadowing of dark Willow? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the impact of this episode on the rest of the show. 

A scorned Cordelia unknowingly makes a wish that turns Sunnydale and the entire world upside down. Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they discuss themes of friendship, being careful what you wish for, and the dangers of doing life alone.

How does this episode play a role in Willow's arc? Does Spike's speech foreshadow Spuffy? Is this version of Spike better than the Spike of seasons 6 and 7? Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guests Crissy and Lea, as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the series. 

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A heartbroken Spike is back in town, kidnapping Willow and Xander to disastrous results. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and their guests, Crissy and Lea, as they discuss themes of integrity, responsibility, and being lost in love. 

The trauma of Faith, Giles' character growth, and the friendship of Faith and Angel through the series. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guest, Lea, as they discuss how this episode fits into the rest of the Buffyverse.