Becoming Buffy

By Sarah Watson, Tabby Gibson, & Leah GibsonTV & Film TV Reviews After Shows

Becoming Buffy episodes

July 30 Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep14. Crush Ft. Naj (Spoilers)
(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)
How does this episode prepare us for the events of season 6? Is 'Seeing Red' out of character for Spike? What is the significance of the room under Spike's crypt? Join Sarah, Tabby, and guest Naj as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.
1 hr
July 23 Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep13. Blood Ties (Spoilers)
(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)
Is this the most pivotal Dawn-centric episode until season 7? Does Willow's altercation with Glory fuel her desire to pursue stronger magic? Join Sarah and Tabby as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.
37 min
July 16 Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep11. Triangle (Spoilers)
(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)
With Sarah out of commission due to strep, Tabby and Leah brave her notes to bring you a highly unorthodox spoiler episode. Listen to hear them discuss Leah's hatred for the Hulk, the foreshadowing of "Sophie's Choice", the Trolley Problem, and so much more!
29 min
July 16 Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep12. Checkpoint (Spoilers)
(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)
How does 'Checkpoint' prepare us for the themes of power in season 7? Is Buffy hardened by power by the end of the show? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.
33 min
July 09 Scoobies' Secrets: Eclipse Movie Recap
(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)
Victoria's back seeking vengeance--who will save Bella?! Will it be celibate-but-ready-for-marriage Edward? Or will it be hot-ripped-and horny Jacob? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the third installment in the Twilight series.
1 hr 15 min
July 02 Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep9. Listening to Fear (Spoilers)
(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)
How does Riley and Xander's characterization change between this episode and the next? What is Ben's purpose in season 5? And how does Joyce's speech to Buffy, foreshadow 'The Gift' and even season 6? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the series.
30 min
July 02 Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep10. Into the Woods (Spoilers)
(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)
Why is Buffy not being able to cry significant? What is the purpose of Riley coming back in 'As You Were'? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode fits into the rest of the Buffyverse.

40 min
June 25 Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep8. Shadow (Spoilers)
(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)
How does this episode foreshadow season 6? What happened to Xander calling out Riley in "Into the Woods?" And how is Spike's gradual escalation towards Buffy, a concerning pattern that the show doesn't always take seriously? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.

32 min
June 18 Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep7. Fool for Love (Spoilers)
(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)
What episode proves that Spike is lying about Nikki Wood? Is it fair to compare Spike and Angel? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.
43 min
June 11 Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep6. Family (Spoilers)
(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)
Is Tara inconsistent with her use of magic? How does Tara grow over the course of the next 2 seasons? Whatever happened to Miss Kitty Fantastico? How does this episode pave the way for the next one? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the series.
42 min

About Becoming Buffy

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A podcast discussing the themes, metaphors, and symbolism in the hit TV show, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." Join sisters Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they dissect the show with a spoiler-free analysis for…