Becoming Buffy

As everyone gathers to celebrate Buffy's birthday, a lonely Dawn makes a wish to a vengeance demon--trapping both the Scoobies and guests in the Summers' home. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guest Andrew as they discuss the missed potential and sloppy writing of the episode, the beacon of hope that is Tara, and how nice it is to have a happy ending. Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to future episodes.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Katie, Tara, and Kate

When the Trio accidentally kills Katrina in an attempt to make her their sex slave, they frame Buffy for the murder, leading to one of the darkest episodes of the show. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guest David as they discuss the idea of Spike representing Buffy's shadow side, the show's sudden clarity when it comes to rape, and its subversive portrayal of the toxic side of nerd culture. Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Katie, Tara, and Kate

While Buffy investigates murder at her new job at the Doublemeat Palace, Amy causes Willow to relapse and Anya discusses wedding concerns with an old friend. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the show's double standard toward's Buffy's choice of a job, question the reasoning behind the "penis" monster, and slog their way through another paralysis metaphor.   Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Katie, Tara, and Kate

Accidentally turned invisible by the Trio, Buffy relishes in avoiding responsibilities while Xander and Willow race to turn her back before she dies. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the show holding Buffy to a higher standard compared to its other characters, the lack of focus on other characters, and how the lack of mental health awareness is hampering the show's storytelling   Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Katie, Tara, and Kate

After a night of poor decisions, Buffy resolves to not sleep with Spike again while Willow experiments with dangerous magic. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss Willow's breaking point, the toxic start of the Spuffy relationship, and the false idea of mutual abuse. Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Katie, Tara, and Kate

Willow experiments with more extreme magics alongside a newly de-ratted Amy, while Spike discovers that his chip is no longer triggered by Buffy. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah and guest Robbie as they discuss the continuation of the house metaphor, the missed opportunities with the Willow arc, and of course, the zipper heard 'round the world.  Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Katie, Tara, and Kate

In an attempt to save her relationship with Tara and help Buffy forget her resurrection trauma, Willow casts a forgetting spell that accidentally forces the whole gang to forget who they are. Join Sarah, Leah, and David as they discuss the significance of each person's identity, the throwbacks to 'Anne' and 'Restless', and the importance of Buffy's chosen name. Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Tara, and Kate

A mysterious demon comes into town, causing everyone to break into song and dance while revealing their deepest, darkest fears. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the themes, metaphors and musicality of the most popular episode of show!   Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Tara, and Kate

Anya and Xander announce their engagement, Tara and Willow have a major argument over Willow's magic use, and Dawn's crush may or may not be a vampire. Join Sarah, Tabby, and guest, Andrew as they discuss the show's handling of Willow's addiction to magic, the lack of a Dawn arc, and the twist on the metaphor of vampirism.    Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Tara, and Kate

Unsure of where she fits in, Buffy tries out a few jobs but is repeatedly sabotaged by Warren, Jonathan, and Andrew, as they test her powers and abilities. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the themes of social construction vs individual responsibility, facing your fears, and the way the show holds Buffy to a higher standard than its other characters.    Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Tara, and Kate

Literally flooded with money problems, Buffy attempts to get a loan from the bank that is robbed by a trio of men. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the shows' questionable use of metaphor, the symbolism of Giles confronting Willow, and the introduction of the Trio.   Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Tara, and Kate

As everyone adjusts to Buffy's return to the living, something posesses the Scoobies, forcing them to realize that all is not well. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the Scoobies' selfishness, the demon's representation of Buffy's subconscious, and the shocking reveal of Buffy being in heaven.   Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Tara, and Kate

As the Helion demons terrorize Sunnydale, the Slayer emerges from her grave, disoriented and confused. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the parallels between this episode and 'The Gift', the decision to split the premiere into two parts, and the not-so-positive changes to the writing.   Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, Tara, and Kate

With the Slayer dead, Giles heads back to England, demons take over Sunnydale, and Willow, Xander, Anya, and Tara secretly attempt to resurrect Buffy. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the behind the scenes changes, the season theme, and the massive tonal shift of the sixth season.   Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to season 6.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, and Kate

Buffy and the gang race the clock to rescue Dawn and defeat Glory in the epic season 5 finale. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the importance of the episode's lighting, whether or not Giles' decisions are right, and of course, Buffy's gift.   Buy us a Coffee!   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, and Kate    

In looking for the cause of Joyce's mysterious illness, Buffy barely walks away from a fight with an extremely strong woman and discovers that something is not right about Dawn. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss themes of sisterhood, found family, and protecting innocence.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media:  Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Buy us a coffee!   Producers: Christine, CJ, Paul, Kate, Sophie and Kashaan

After being used as a lab rat for years, Riley's heart is about to give out, forcing Buffy to contact the Initiative for help. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the continued parallels between Spike and Riley, the downfall of the Ruffy relationship, and the not-so-subtle comparisons this episode makes to season four's "Doomed."   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Buy us a Coffee   Producers: Christine, Paul, CJ, Kate, Sophie, and Kashaan

In an attempt to separate the Slayer from her human self, the demon Toth accidentally divides Xander into two, forcing him to prove his true identity. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss this season's theme of duality, what this episode says about Buffy, and whether or not Riley loves all of Buffy.   Support us and Buy us a Coffee!   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Producers: Christine, CJ, Paul, and Kashaan

A new vampire gang takes out the local magic store owner, giving Giles an idea for a business venture, while Buffy becomes increasingly frustrated with the immaturity of her sister, Dawn. Join Sarah, Tabby, and guest host, Crissy, as they discuss girl-boss Harmony, Dawn's interesting perspective, and who this episode is really trying to tell us about.   Email: Becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Support us at Buy Me a Coffee   Producers: Christine, Paul, CJ & Kashaan

Dracula shows up in Sunnydale with his sights set on Buffy, yet even she is not able to resist his charms. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the changes to season 5, the hints to Buffy's dark roots, and whether or not this opener sucks. (ha ha)   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube   Buy us a Coffee and hear our spoiler analysis for each episode!   Producers: Christine, CJ, and Paul