The Sunnydale Diaries - A Buffy the Vampire Slayer Podcast
Join hosts Sean and Melanie on their weekly journey into the captivating and supernatural world of the cult classic TV show, ”Buffy the Vampire Slayer.” In ”The Sunnydale Diaries”, these two friends come together from opposite ends of the Buffyverse, resulting in an entertaining and thought-provoking podcast that delves into the show’s themes, characters, and episodes.
On one side of the debate, you have Sean, the seasoned viewer and die-hard Buffy aficionado. His love for the show runs so deep that he’s proudly inked an iconic episode quote on his arm. Sean’s passion for Buffy is infectious, and his knowledge of the series adds depth to each episode as he navigates the highs, lows, and iconic moments that have kept fans enchanted for decades. On the other side of the spectrum, we have Melanie, the uninitiated skeptic who’s never seen an episode of ”Buffy the Vampire Slayer.” With a steadfast belief that it’s a cheesy 90’s relic that can’t possibly withstand the test of time, she brings a fresh, modern perspective to the conversation. Melanie’s skepticism is often met with disbelief and amusement by Sean, as she questions whether Buffy can truly deliver on the hype that has surrounded it for so many years.
Together, Sean and Melanie dissect the general themes and overarching plotlines of the show, exploring its cultural significance, strong character development, and feminist undertones. They dive into the individual episodes, examining the monsters of the week, character dynamics, and how well the show has aged (or hasn’t) in the 21st century. But ”The Sunnydale Diaries” isn’t just a serious analysis of the show. Sean and Melanie’s chemistry and friendship shine through in their humorous, tangential chit-chat. Their witty banter and playful disagreements make each episode of the podcast feel like a lively conversation between two friends catching up over coffee (or, perhaps, a stake and garlic-infused latte).
Whether you’re a lifelong Buffy fan, a curious newbie, or simply looking for an engaging and hilarious discussion about a beloved TV classic, ”The Sunnydale Diaries” has something for everyone. Join Sean and Melanie on this supernatural journey as they slay their way through the Buffyverse, one episode at a time.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 86
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Bonus Episode - Scooby Snacks - Willow Inspired Oreo Tasting!
After Willow mentioned the swim team was "split open like an Oreo" during the Buffy episode "Go Fish", we had to do an Oreo tasting! We tried several different flavors/varieties of Oreos and you'll b…
Episode 40 - Lurconis and the Dozy Cow (Band Candy)
Sean and Melanie start this episode off remembering their times as teenagers - heading to the mall on Friday night to check out the posters, playing with the plasma ball at Spencer's, and fiddling w…
Episode 39 - A Spatula to the Abdomen (Homecoming)
Get ready to relive the craziest Homecoming ever! Sean and Melanie discuss their own experiences with Homecoming and other competitions in high school. Sean reveals his winning spelling bee word and …
Episode 38 - Beauty and the Gay Possum (Beauty and the Beasts)
Sean and Melanie start off this week discussing movies, books, and shows with a "Beauty and the Beast" type theme (Shrek, A Court of Thorns and Roses and Phantom of the Opera.)
Bounding through the B…
Episode 37 - Taquitos, Kissing Toast, and Khaki Trousers (Faith, Hope, and Trick)
Sean and Melanie start this episode with a conversation about jealousy and envy - both in their personal lives, and at work. Melanie recounts a time when they worked together and she thought they wou…
Episode 36 - A Zombie Hootenanny! (Dead Man's Party)
This episode starts with Melanie and Sean discussing their favorite zombie movies and shows, touching on curious culinary adventures, and debating the authenticity of different zombie genres (do you …
Episode 35 - Chantarelle, You Stupid, Stupid Girl (Anne)
Melanie and Sean kickoff Season 3 with discussions about the first day of school - they recall their first days of college, shopping for back to school clothes, and the anxiety of starting a new scho…
Bonus Episode - Season 2 Recap
Join Melanie and Sean as they review the events of Buffy season 2! They touch on the plot of each episode and discuss their favorite (and least favorite) episodes and characters. There's also several…
Bonus Episode - Scooby Snacks - Marshmallow Edition
We're back with another Scooby Snacks episode! This time around we're tasting various marshmallow foods, inspired by Xander's Moon Pie comment in the Buffy episode "Phases". We've got fluffernutter s…
Episode 34 - Mr. Pointy, Drusilla Whale Songs, and Acidophilus (Becoming Parts 1 and 2)
We took a different approach by watching the Season 2 Buffy finale together and recording our discussion in real time. Melanie performs some excellent fight scene analysis and Sean points out a fishy…
Episode 33 - Fish, Ferrules, and Conchata Ferrell (Go Fish)
Sean and Melanie open this episode by talking about how they both live close to the beach, but rarely go there. They also touch on going to the beach as kids and their experiences playing competitive…
Episode 32 - Stop Child Labor at Sunnydale High! (I Only Have Eyes for You)
Melanie and Sean take on ghosts and spookiness in entertainment, including the movies Ghost and Poltergeist (still slightly scarred by that movie.) They also touch on the OG Ghostbusters, Paranormal …
Episode 31 - Fly Kids and Eye Stalks (Killed by Death)
Melanie and Sean remember the times that they've been hospitalized, including how a back massager recently sent Melanie to the ER and a waterslide led to a concussion. Sean recounts his ambulance rid…
Episode 30 - Brown Plaid Pants and Couches (Passion)
Melanie and Sean open this episode by discussing stalking, their experience with it, and portrayal of stalking in movies and TV (remember Fatal Attraction and Single White Female?)
After a brief tang…
Bonus Episode - Scooby Snacks - Animal Cracker Edition
In the second episode of our snack tasting series (named Scooby Snacks!) we try Animal Crackers. Inspired by Oz and Willow's conversation at the end of the Buffy episode "What's My Line Part 2", we t…
Episode 29 - Enough with the Hecate! (Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered)
Sean and Melanie share their views on Valentine's Day as well as some memorable Valentine's day experiences .Hear when Sean got friend-zoned on Valentine's Day and when a flower delivery put Melanie …
Episode 28 - Noisy Husbands and a Box of Pirate Manacles (Phases)
Sean and Melanie dig into this episode, dealing with werewolves, by discussing their past and present pet dogs! Melanie shares her husband's future plans for having a pack of dogs and Sean reveals th…
Episode 27 - Check Out That Sexy Linoleum! (Innocence)
Melanie and Sean look back at the first half of Season 2 - comparing it to the first season, and how the show has progressed. While discussion the newer characters in this season, they go off on a br…
Bonus Episode - We Interviewed a Buffy Background Actor!
In their first full video episode, Sean and Melanie interviewed Georgia (@scrapthecatwalk) who was a background actor in the first few episodes of Buffy! Hear what it was like walking down the halls …
Episode 26 - It's a Judge in a Box - A Very Wet Episode! (Surprise)
Sean and Melanie open this episode discussing their experiences with surprise parties - how difficult it is to keep them secret and when each of them have been surprised in the past. Sean recounts th…