The Plaidcast Supernatural Rewatch

In which we discuss Gnosticism, hustling pool, the gender of crossroads demons, and Anna’s fake red hair.  Also featured: a review of possessive apostrophes, and the much-awaited reappearance of “Dam…

In which we discuss the Mirror of Erised, the cost of magic, transgressing taboos, Russian comedies, the ancient philosophy of stoicism, and Dark Angel. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We would love to …

In which we discuss Halloween traditions, beer+coffee researching sprees, Dean as an Andy Griffith character, and one of Bethany’s favorite scenes in all of season 4.  Also featured: a shameless seas…

Eye of the Tiger!  Cats in lockers!  The distant hope of a chupacabra!  But our big question has to do with whether Dean is a bully. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We would love to hear from you!  You …

In which we discuss the quandary of shapeshifter identity, purse-based impediments to self-defense, Bram Stoker, and pet names as educational tools.  Also featured: your feedback on the highs and low…

In which we discuss Ovid and Kafka, intractable passions, appetite as a symbol for corruption, and Sam’s puppy eyes failing him for the first time. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We would love to hear …

In which Michelle conducts impromptu couples counseling.  Also discussed: the longevity of the Impala and the level of John’s investment in Sonny and Cher. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We would love …

In which we discuss theodicy, hunter sleepwear, the most effective way to guilt trip a Winchester, and the underwriting of Sam. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We would love to hear from you!  You can e…

In which we discuss isolation and identity, comic book resurrection tropes, color symbolism, the Othering of angels, Rainer Maria Rilke, and the return of the Pink Paisley of Bad Decisions. SPOILERS…

In which we side-eye the Netflix description writers, compare finale deaths, and consider taking Jim Beaver to prom.  Also featured: our highs and lows of season 3! SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We wo…

In which we revive our Sam Carries Women segment and discuss Men In Peril, the legitimacy of earprints, and some of the most disappointing deaths in the series. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We would …

In which we discuss crossing the void of human connection and the dangers of AOL Instant Messenger, and Michelle tries to guess Bethany’s favorite micro-moment of the episode. SPOILERS for Seasons 1…

In which we face the faces, we face the dead!!! SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We would love to hear from you!  You can email us at [email protected].  You can leave us an iTunes review.  Or you c…

In which Bethany butchers Latin, Michelle considers self-sacrifice as a gendered trope, and Entertainment Weekly finally gets it right. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We would love to hear from you!  Y…

In which we discuss the Santa Cruz Mystery Spot, one of our favorite recurring Winchester phrases, and Michelle’s crackpot theory on Sam’s neverending string of Tuesdays. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. …

In which we discuss Bobby’s wallpaper, Bethany’s best dream, the writers’ room Sam-in-Peril dartboard, and the mysterious “Laura Masters,” researcher extraordinaire. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We w…

In which we discuss rubric categories for accurately scoring episodes, sexism and empowerment in the coven, and the inexplicable pop culture knowledge of demons. SPOILERS for Seasons 1-12. We would…

In which we get completely derailed by San Bernardino’s magnificent Santa’s Village, and eventually get around to discussing bandage continuity, the definition of shmoop, and pagan gods’ weakness to …

In which we discuss Gordon as the Javert of Hunters, debate vampire rehabilitation programs (Panic Room Menagerie of Rescued Monsters!), and introduce our new segment “Damn Can We Write Sam.” SPOILE…

In which we discuss Sam-baiting, house-squatting, and the definitive entry in our Never Shower compilation, while Michelle has OPINIONS about clothes. SPOILERS for seasons 1-12. We would love to he…