Return to the Shadows with Katherine McNamara and Dominic Sherwood

The Downworld Apocalypse may be imminent, but Kat and Dom get to watch it all unfold from the safety of their homes in this week’s episode. They discuss the Shadow World finally settling into its second season look, the ghost in the studio, the blooper scene we’ve all been waiting for, and cats… lots of cats.

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It’s a new year and a brand-new mailbag episode! Today, Kat and Dom dig into questions from fans, talking about everything from what Clace’s dream wedding would look like to their favorite runes and the tattoo so many of the cast and crew ended up with.

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The tension is getting tighter than Kat’s corsets in today’s rewatch as Clary and Luke find themselves at odds over Cleo’s arrival. How far will Clary go to prove she’s right? How far will Dom go to figure out what Malec’s love language is? And who is the most capable adult on this show? Kat and Dom answer these questions - and a few you didn’t ask - in this lawless episode.

Content Warning: This episode deals with drug use and addiction. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, please speak with a trusted friend or professional. You can call 1-800-662-HELP for resources in the U.S.

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Kat and Dom watch along to Season 2, Episode 6, Iron Sisters. Dom is a little salty that he didn’t appear much in the episode, but is consoled by some great moments like Malec’s first date, Kat having to film in a pool, and some very cute wolves.

Content Warning: This episode deals with drug use and addiction. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, please speak with a trusted friend or professional. You can call 1-800-662-HELP for resources in the U.S.

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On today’s episode, Kat and Dom sit down for a bit of a somber rewatch… that is, until they get to the scene that had to be completely cut from the episode because they couldn’t control their laughter! They also debate what is and is not a red flag from Iris Rouse, the little known rule of being a Shadowhunter and the real reason Clary had to get a brand new bedspread.

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Kat and Dom are joined by stunt coordinator and fight choreographer extraordinaire Darren McGuire. He tells them about growing up with martial arts as a family business, facing down bears on off-the-grid camping trips, and teaching Kat and Dom all their amazing fight skills. Plus, the trio remembers their dear friend Dean Copkov.

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The Institute is under attack today, and Kat and Dom are here for it. They take us through the episode that gave Dom an extended stay in the City of Bones, Clary has a smoke demon to clear from the Institute (where no one seems to notice things like smoke demons…), and a very hasty Matt Daddario that had Kat scurrying after him.

Trigger warning: this episode contains references to suicide, which may be sensitive for some listeners. If you or someone you know needs help regarding suicidal thoughts, please seek help and visit sprc.org or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.

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Actor and Stuntman extraordinaire Joel Labelle joins Kat and Dom to talk about his time on Shadowhunters as detective turned werewolf Alaric Rodriguez. Joel dives into his transition from stunts to acting, his instant connection with the Shadow World, how he has the ability to bring Isaiah’s professionalism down a solid 40%… and just how ridiculous the teeth he had to wear were.

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Kat and Dom turn tomatoes into clamato juice as they walk us through the episode that made the world fall in love with the parabatai bond. They dive into everything from the various ways the show turned Toronto into NYC, the return of Dom’s least favorite clothing item, the start of the #poorraj movement, and why falling asleep involves acting… even for non-actors!

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No rewatch would be complete without talking to Clary’s dearest Dot, so today, Kat and Dom welcome actor, director and fashionable warlock Vanessa Matsui to the podcast. Vanessa talks with Kat and Dom about building a character as a guest star, how nobody can seem to kill Dot, and how to use comedy as a way to engage with important topics.

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