The Sunnydale Diaries - A Buffy the Vampire Slayer Podcast

Sean and Melanie start out this episode discussing twins - both in their own lives and in movies and television. They also touch on mentions of Buffy in recent media and provide the details on the 5 X 7 X 5 haiku contest! 

While untangling the twin turmoil of the Buffy episode "Dopplegangland", Sean points out some connections between this episode and the movie "Jawbreaker". Melanie describes her first gaming system (including a Pac Man knockoff) and points out a change in the show's opening credits.  There's also an interesting discussion on the effectiveness of crosses against non-secular vampires. 

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Join Melanie and Sean as they dive deep into Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 3, Episode 15 'Consequences.' Expect a rollercoaster of emotions as they discuss Faith's dark turn, surprise plot twists, and the gang's tense (and unsuccessful) interventions. Plus, we're celebrating our 1-year anniversary with a fun "5 by 7 by 5" Haiku contest—get your creative juices flowing and submit your Season 3 Buffy-themed haikus for a chance to win fabulous prizes! 🏆 Email your entries to [email protected] by December 31, 2024 and check out our website, thesunnydalediaries.com for full rules and details! 

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Join Sean and Melanie as they celebrate their podcast's 1-year anniversary while diving into Buffy the Vampire Slayer's Season 3, Episode 14: 'Bad Girls.' Listen in as they share how this episode impacted their lives (the original premier date has a special meaning for Sean) and delve into the dynamics between Buffy, Faith, and the new watch Wesley Wyndham Price. Themes of peer pressure, a comparison between Balthazar and a Doctor Who Character, and life-changing decisions are discussed as the Scooby Gang navigates through this action-packed episode.

Sean and Melanie got to record this one in person! Everything from the Buffy episode "The Zeppo" is discussed - donuts, the icky interaction between Faith and Xander, Buffy's crimped hair, and cake baking! 

The audio in this episode is not the best...we really wanted to record while we were in person together and the recording conditions were not optimal. As you're watching/listening, just imagine you're in a busy restaurant with us discussing The Zeppo!

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Sean and Melanie share hair-raising personal stories, from near-death experiences to memorable birthday cakes. Diving deep dive into Buffy’s powerless plight in "Helpless", they have a unique conversation about crystals, discuss Buffy's intense battle with Kralik, and explore the dramatic confrontation between Buffy and Giles.

Thoughts on "Helpless", birthday cake, or anything else you want to share? Email us at [email protected]!

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Sean and Melanie open this episode by discussing their haunting experience at a recent restaurant and their interaction with a ghostly server named Regina. As they bake up a conversation about the Buffy episode "Gingerbread", Melanie questions why Joyce is roaming the halls of Sunnydale High in the middle of the day and Sean ponders if Joyce holds any animosity against Buffy for being the slayer instead of a "normal" daughter. 

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In this episode of the Sunnydale Diaries, Sean and Melanie dive into "Amends" a Christmas-themed of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The duo discusses the emotional impact of Angel's troubling dreams and Buffy's controversial bangs. Sean shares a funny commercial featuring the 'Buffy Christmas Sweepstakes,' while Melanie questions Angel's sleeping arrangements. With discussions ranging from serious themes of atonement to light-hearted Christmas traditions, listeners are in for a holly jolly journey through Sunnydale's yuletide chaos. Send us your thoughts at [email protected]!

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A few weeks back, Sean and Melanie hit up Fanboy Expo in Orlando and got to meet some awesome Buffy and Angel cast members! Watch as Melanie bravely asks them who'd survive the longest on a 'Survivor'-style island. You'll get hilarious responses, surprising answers, and even a bit of body-jumping drama! Tune in to see if your favorite character made the cut! There are SPOILERS if you have not watched through Buffy season 5! 

There's also a video version of Melanie and the Buffy cast on YouTube! 

We're up to "The Wish", one of Sean's favorite episodes! Dive into the introduction of Anya/Anyanka and the Bizarro world she creates when Cordelia makes a wish. Melanie has some strong feelings about Cordelia being simultaneously bitten by both Vampire Willow and Xander. Sean points out a piece of 90s technology in one scene that is no longer in use and argues with Melanie about the matches used when Cordelia's burning some photos. 

What do you think of "The Wish"? Let us know at [email protected]! 

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Since Willow, Oz, Xander and Cordelia planned on a bowling double date, Sean and Melanie start off discussing bowling! Sean recants a tale of his bowling injury, including the ambulance being sent to the wrong bowling alley! Melanie reviews her bowling career (she bowled a lot in her youth!) and her Fred Flintstonesque bowling style. 

In our walk through the wreckage of relationships in Sean question's why everyone is willing to let Faith take over slaying so Buffy could go to college. Melanie expresses her disbelief with Joyce having the direct number of the Sunnydale High library where she can call Buffy after hours. There's also a discussion about whether vampires can actually get intoxicated. 

For some late 90s nostalgia, check out the Buffy Cast on MTV hosting Videos that Don't Suck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mu8eYFxC1hM