Going Back To Smallville

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.

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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

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📱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!

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

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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.

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

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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!

We’re kicking off our Smallville Season 9 rewatch with “Savior,” and wow, what a season premiere. Lois Lane finally returns after her mysterious disappearance, Clark is rocking the all-black look while trying to embrace his Kryptonian destiny, and the show wastes no time setting up a season full of mystery, danger, and some seriously intriguing future teases. We talk about Lois being front and center where she absolutely belongs, why Brian Austin Green’s John Corben is such a great addition to the cast, Clark’s struggle between humanity and destiny, and just how much we love the setup surrounding Lois’ dream and what it could mean for everything that’s coming. Between the return of Lois, the arrival of Zod, the rise of the Blur, and one of the strongest season premieres the series has delivered, this one had us excited from beginning to end.

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 - 9x1

1:49 -Savior Review

23:30 -Matt on AI

55:30 -War! What Is It Good For?

1:15:33 -Continuity

1:55:26 -Welcome to the Party Pal!

1:58:47 -In Memoriam

1:59:22 -Freak of the Week

2:02:17 -Puberty But With Super Powers

2:06:12 -No Flights, No Tights

2:11:00 -Drugs But With Kryptonite

2:13:42 -That’s Just Prime

2:15:43 -DCU References

2:18:13 -Countdown to Superman

2:22:37 -Next Time On Smallville: 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.

In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re looking back at The Death and Return of Superman, one of the standout films in the DC Animated Movie Universe and a surprisingly emotional adaptation of one of DC’s most iconic stories. We talk about why Superman’s death still hits so hard, how the movie balances the classic Death of Superman storyline with the larger DCAMU continuity, and why the changes involving Cyborg Superman, Darkseid, and the final act actually work better than we expected. From Doomsday’s brutal arrival to the world’s grief after Superman’s sacrifice and the mystery surrounding his return, this movie gave us plenty to love, plenty to discuss, and a healthy dose of nostalgia for one of the most important Superman stories ever told. Join us as we revisit a film that honors the legacy of the Man of Steel while still carving out its own place in the DC universe.

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 - 8x24

3:36 -The Death and Return of Superman Review

57:47 -War! What Is It Good For?

1:22:23 -Continuity

1:36:12 -Welcome to the Party Pal!

1:37:58 -Freak of the Week

1:47:13 -Puberty But With Super Powers

1:57:12 -No Flights, No Tights

1:57:48 -DCU References

2:05:27 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x1: Savior

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.

In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re looking back at Smallville Season 8 and celebrating what might be the show’s strongest season yet. From Clark’s move to Metropolis and the rise of the Red-Blue Blur to Lois and Clark’s growing relationship, Tess Mercer’s arrival, Oliver’s darkest struggles, and the Doomsday storyline, this season finally feels like Smallville fully embraced its future. For Matt, this is one of his favorite seasons of the series so far, and we talk about why Season 8 feels like the moment the show stopped holding back and became the superhero story it was always 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 - 8x23

2:57 -Season 8 Review and Special Features Review

20:42 -War! What Is It Good For?

52:38 -Continuity

59:40 -Welcome to the Party Pal!

1:13:05 -In Memoriam

1:15:59 -Freak of the Week

1:35:10 -Puberty But With Super Powers

1:41:38 -No Flights, No Tights

1:45:32 -Drugs But With Kryptonite

1:49:29 -That’s Just Prime

1:52:46 -DCU References

1:54:09 -The Talon Mix

1:56:37 -Countdown to Superman

2:03:20 -Next Time On Smallville: 8x24: The Death and Return of Superman (DCAU Movie)

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.

In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re breaking down “Doomsday” and talking about everything that worked for us, everything that hurt, and why this finale still leaves us excited for Season 9. From Jimmy’s heartbreaking death and the birth of Watchtower to Lois disappearing with the Legion ring and the shocking arrival of Zod, this episode throws a lot at us emotionally. We really enjoyed it overall, even if the Clark vs. Doomsday fight felt a little smaller than we hoped for considering this is basically Smallville’s take on The Death of Superman. Still, “Doomsday” delivers big finale energy, major consequences, and one of the most emotional endings of the entire series.

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 - 8x22

2:05 -Doomsday Review

30:30 -War! What Is It Good For?

1:04:21 -Continuity

1:27:57 -Welcome to the Party Pal!

1:44:21 -In Memoriam

1:45:48 -Freak of the Week

1:53:21 -Traitor

1:54:38 -Puberty But With Super Powers

1:56:39 -No Flights, No Tights

2:00:19 -Drugs But With Kryptonite

2:01:44 -Pizza Time

2:07:51 -That’s Just Prime

2:07:51 -DCU References

2:12:33 -Countdown to Superman

2:14:02 -Next Time On Smallville: 8x23: Season 8 Review and Special Features

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.

Going Back to Smallville returns with our Smallville season 8 rewatch of “Injustice,” an episode that pushes the show into some surprisingly dark territory while introducing Tess Mercer’s version of the Injustice League with Plastique, Parasite, Livewire, and Neutron. We talk about Clark struggling with what to do about Davis/Doomsday, Oliver becoming more ruthless, and Chloe getting pulled deeper into the chaos as the season races toward the finale. More than anything, this episode feels like a major turning point for Tess, because by the end of it, it really seems like she officially knows Clark’s secret and believes she’s helping him fulfill his destiny. Between the DC references, the growing tension between Clark and Oliver, and the Kandor tease at the end, “Injustice” gave us a lot to unpack.

Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome

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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 - 8x21

1:46 - Injustice Review

19:30 -War! What Is It Good For?

39:00 -Continuity

57:30 -Welcome to the Party Pal!

1:00:30 -In Memoriam

1:02:08 -Freak of the Week

1:07:05 -Traitor

1:08:10 -Puberty But With Super Powers

1:09:55 -No Flights, No Tights

1:11:00 -Drugs But With Kryptonite

1:11:40 -That’s Just Prime

1:18:50 -DCU References

1:26:45 -A Brief History of the Injustice League

1:43:20 -Countdown to Superman

1:46:00 -Next Time On Smallville: 8x22: Doomsday

Connect With Matt and Maggie

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➡️ 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.

Chloe really looked Clark in the eyes and went, “Nope… I’m choosing Davis.” 😬 In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re talking Smallville 8x20 “Beast” rewatch podcast + series retrospective style, and honestly? We liked it. It’s definitely getting kind of eye-rolly watching Davis act the way he does and Chloe keep doubling down on bad choices, but the episode itself is still really good in that dark, stressful, classic-Smallville-chaos way. We get into the nightmare fuel basement vibes, Oliver’s “make the hard call” energy, Jimmy getting dragged into the fallout, and that Phantom Zone plan that almost solves everything… until Chloe pulls the plug and fully betrays Clark to protect him. Messy, dramatic, and somehow still a blast.

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 8x20

2:34 -Beast Review

21:42 -War! What Is It Good For?

38:26 -Continuity

52:14 -Freak of the Week

57:32 -Traitor

58:18 -Puberty But With Super Powers

1:00:12 -No Flights, No Tights

1:01:00 -That’s Just Prime

1:04:34 -DCU References

1:07:47 -The Talon Mix

1:09:34 -Countdown to Superman

1:11:34 -Next Time On Smallville - S8x21: Injustice

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

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.

In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re breaking down Season 8 Episode 19, “Stiletto,” This one is such a wild mix of chaos, heart, and character growth. We spend a lot of time digging into Lois creating Stiletto. Not just the costume (which we have thoughts on), but what it says about where she’s at as a reporter who’s tired of being overlooked and just wants her shot. It’s messy, it’s a little unhinged, and honestly… kind of relatable. We also get into how that whole plan accidentally leads to one of the most important moments of the episode: Lois finally connecting with the Red-Blue Blur in a way that’s not about chasing a headline, but understanding him as a person.

It’s funny, it’s awkward, it’s surprisingly emotional… and it’s a big step forward for Lois Lane becoming Lois Lane.

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 8x19

2:37 -Stiletto Review

18:28 -War! What Is It Good For?

31:06 -Continuity

40:23 -Welcome to the Party Pal!

44:23 -Freak of the Week

49:05 -Puberty But With Super Powers

50:55 -No Flights, No Tights

53:28 -Drugs But With Kryptonite

55:23 -That’s Just Prime

59:15 -DCU References

1:13:25 -The Talon Mix

1:14:30 -Countdown to Superman

1:15:29 -Next Time On Smallville - S8x20: Beast

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.