Idling In The Impala: A Supernatural Podcast

A podcast by and for lovers of the television show Supernatural and the fan fiction it inspires. We interview fanfic authors and recommend our favorite stories, narrate SPN podfics, and deconstruct the show, characters, themes, etc. If Supernatural and FanFic can intersect then we'll probably talk about it. Join us in the backseat!

Ramble On - Midnight Espresso

Podfic Time – “Midnight Espresso” by Zeppelin_Skies Happiest of birthdays to SPN FanFic Pond member zepskies (Zeppelin_Skies on AO3)! I’m honored she enjoyed my take on her story “Smoke Eater” (Chapter 1) enough to pick another narration for her birthday gift prize! This go-round I’m tackling “Midnight Espresso.” I apologize in advance for my Spanish! Dean would not be impressed. But, all that aside, it’s a great hunters-to-lovers fic. Have a listen! Visit the story on AO3 here, and don’t forget to give it a kudo and comment!  Learn more about SPN FanFic Pond and become a part of this amazing community of fanfic writers and readers: https://spnfanficpond.tumblr.com ~ Sandra ~~~~~ Supernatural Fandom Rated Mature (NSFW) Dean Winchester/Reader Summary: You’ve never taken Dean’s flirting seriously…until he asks you for an impromptu Spanish lesson. [Dean Winchester x Plus-Sized/Latina!Reader] ~~~~~ Subject Matter Disclaimer:  This podfic contains adult material of a sexual and graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised, and be mindful of the tags. Feel free to hop out of the backseat if that’s not your thing. Dean won’t hold it against you. More than likely, he or Sam or some other SPN character or any number of character combinations will be too busy holding other things against others to give it a second thought. If you’ve buckled up and are ready for the drive, please check your Bluetooth connections and/or plug in those headphones before the engine starts. By proceeding, you understand that Idling in the Impala is not responsible for any embarrassment, cringe, or adverse consequences that may occur as a result of the listener failing to conduct these checks. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

04-26
48:25

Listener Shout-Outs for February and March 2024

What does a podcast need? Listeners. Luckily, Sandra and Kasey have some of the best ones around. They’re spotlighting Idling in the Impala listeners in this episode. Specifically, they’re deep-diving into comments and interactions during the months of February and March. Hopefully, this becomes an every few months thing. As always, they hope you enjoy the ride and thank you for listening!  ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! Message or drop us an ask on tumblr, DM us on Twitter, or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to support us for all this AWESOME content?  Visit our Ko-fi page, join one of our monthly membership tiers and get some extra perks. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global ~~~~~ Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for purposes of transformative commentary and analysis. We believe this use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a miniscule portion of the original work, and serve to illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. We believe this use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, ultimately strengthening its cultural significance. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

04-23
01:45:58

Ramble On - Pine Sweat (Desire, But Worse - Chapter 6)

Podfic Time – “Pine sweat (DESIRE, BUT WORSE)” by applecrumbledore Thanks to Roni (applecrumbledore) for permission to narrate their incredible story. Here’s Chapter 6 - DESIRE, BUT WORSE. Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise! ~ Sandra ~~~~~ Supernatural Fandom Rated Explicit  Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester Summary: Sam watched Dean hack up firewood with his hatchet. The magically-induced heat wave had his shirt soaked with sweat. “Did you ever have a, uh… experimental phase?” Sam smacked his lips, trying to think of a diplomatic way to phrase it. “That kid—by which I mean you—has been staring. At me. Kind of a lot.” (Sam and Dean get sent back to 1996 and go on a hunt with their teenaged selves. The kids don't know who they are.) ~~~~~ Subject Matter Disclaimer:  This podfic contains adult material of a sexual and graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised, and be mindful of the tags. Feel free to hop out of the backseat if that’s not your thing. Dean won’t hold it against you. More than likely, he or Sam or some other SPN character or any number of character combinations will be too busy holding other things against others to give it a second thought. If you’ve buckled up and are ready for the drive, please check your Bluetooth connections and/or plug in those headphones before the engine starts. By proceeding, you understand that Idling in the Impala is not responsible for any embarrassment, cringe, or adverse consequences that may occur as a result of the listener failing to conduct these checks. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

04-19
55:53

Sam’s Supernatural Sexuality Spectrum

It’s taken the converging of two Supernatural podcasts, but Sandra and Kasey have finally done it. There’s a Sam-focused topic up for discussion on this episode! (Fear not, Dean lovers, the shorter brother gets plenty of attention, too.) Supernatural Opinions Podcast hosts, KJ and Meredith, jumped into the IITI backseat for this chat. Sandra and Kasey have recorded two guest spots for Supernatural Opinions. They were fun and lively discussions. KJ, Meredith, and Kasey were basking in the collective glow of having people around to hold up the very heavy moose that is Sam Winchester. So, of course, they wanted to keep the Sam Love flowing. Sam’s sexuality has been a topic Sandra and Kasey have visited and entertained. KJ and Meredith had their thoughts as well. Lucky listeners, you get to hear all about it in this episode! References/Mentions and Contact Links Supernatural Opinions Podcast  SOP and KJ contact info Meredith can be found on TikTok, Instagram, and tumblr @shaedsofdeianeira KJ’s first IITI interview back in 2023 IITI Episode - What’s Love Got To Do With It? KJ’s Fic Recommendation for Ace!Sam (Gen) - Uncomfortable by Fae-and-night (goodgirlgonegeek16) ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

04-16
01:10:21

(Gently) Taking Authors To Task - runawaydr3amer’s Sandman ‘verse

Excerpt from runawaydr3amer’s notes on Sandman: “This whole thing is kinky and explicit AF. It's got a good whack of angst, especially at the start, but if you take a chance on me, I promise it's also schmoopy as all get-out. Despite the somewhat alarming tags, please note that I only write happy endings. If you don't like men showing emotions in response to trauma, this is not the right place for you.” This doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface of the Wincest epic that is the Sandman ‘verse. And it’s obvious many readers like men showing emotions in response to trauma—the series, which began in 2022 and was completed in 2023, currently has well over 30,000 hits and almost 1,000 kudos on AO3! Sandra and Kasey talked to Dreamer about everything they could think of about this story: from inspiration to the writing and beta process and posting decisions when you’ve got a 311,000 word-count baby you want to share with the Supernatural FanFic world. It’s a lot! You’re gonna want to get comfy with a beverage for this one!  Sandman ‘verse on AO3 The Lights, Camera, Action! Fic by angelszn (artbabe) that inspired Sandman. ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global ~~~~~ Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for purposes of transformative commentary and analysis. We believe this use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a miniscule portion of the original work, and serve to illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. We believe this use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, ultimately strengthening its cultural significance. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

04-09
02:27:26

Ramble On - Smoke Eater

Podfic Time – “Smoke Eater” by Zeppelin_Skies Congratulations to SPN FanFic Pond member zepskies (Zeppelin_Skies on AO3) on her “Leap Year” event win! She chose the prize to have me narrate one of her stories. She picked the first chapter of “Smoke Eater” which is her first ever SPN AU that showcases her love of procedural shows - and really, how can you go wrong with Firefighter!Dean. Have a listen! Visit the story on AO3 here, and don’t forget to give it a kudo and comment!  Learn more about SPN FanFic Pond and become a part of this amazing community of fanfic writers and readers: https://spnfanficpond.tumblr.com ~ Sandra ~~~~~ Supernatural Fandom Rated Explicit (eventually) Dean Winchester/Reader Summary: Dean Winchester is the cocky, but well-respected Lieutenant at Firehouse 25. He leads by example, but he’s also known to break a few hearts. He’s starting to crave something he’s never had, though. Something stable. Something real. That’s when he meets you, on a truly terrible day, trapped in a rickety old elevator. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

04-05
26:52

Enjoy a Blast from the Past during Spring Break (Outtakes)

No toes in the sand for Kasey or Sandra, but they are taking a holiday break from recording. So, Sandra compiled some outtakes from back in early 2023. Enjoy a blast from the past! ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

04-02
01:43:35

It’s Merch Monday, Y’all, and Priding’s Back!

We’re starting our fundraiser for Pride Month way early this year! A huge thanks to Jessica, a friend of the podcast and a talented artist who created original art for us!  Now through July 1st, 2024, pick up any of our limited edition pride merch, and 50% of the proceeds will go to The Trevor Project. Treat Yourself and Be Proud! If you pick something up, please share a pic with us on Twitter @IdlingInDImpala or tumblr @idlingintheimpalapodcast and #PridingInTheImpala! Listen to Jessica’s interviews with Sandra and Kasey: Children Shouldn’t Play With DEAN Things and The Con (Artist) Whisperer. Jessica’s links (@Smauglockme) - https://linktr.ee/Smauglockme ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

04-01
06:42

Ramble On - Tell Me What's Wrong

Podfic Time – “Tell Me What’s Wrong” by ArthursKnight Thanks to Arthur (ArthursKnight) for suggesting this rare pair fic — Ketch/Dean — of his to narrate. It’s a short little Omegaverse story with Omega!Dean and Alpha!Ketch. I ask that anyone who listens suspends their disbelief when you hear me as Ketch. I tried to go for more of the character tone than imitation (I am not the best at accents). My narration is merely an inspirational interpretation.  Please visit the fic (and all of Arthur’s work) on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise! ~ Sandra ~~~~~ Supernatural Fandom Rated Mature Ketch/Dean Summary: Dean is nervous about mating with Ketch, and they talk it out. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

03-29
09:14

The Rarer the Better! - Shipping with Arthur, SPN FanFic Author and Artist

Wait! What?!? An episode where Sandra and Kasey don’t focus on Sam and Dean? Yep. Known as heavenssexiestangel on tumblr, Arthur’s bio makes it quite clear that Dean Winchester deserved better, Gadreel is their dearly beloved, and they are an Arthur Ketch apologist. As ArthursKnight on AO3, he’s been publishing fanfiction since 2015, with 75 works for fandoms that include Supernatural, MacGyver and The Walking Dead. He is also a talented artist and Manta Ray for the SPN FanFic Pond. Where does he find the time? Have a listen and learn about the rarest of shipping pairs and Arthur’s mission to shine the spotlight on his beloved Ree. Some of Arthur’s FanFic Author Friends and RarePair Recs: LadyKnightSkye - Ducifer Mrs_SimonTam_PhD - Ketch/Dean Taste_of_Suburbia - Debriel hollyblue2 - Benny/Dean randomfills - Michean QuickSilverCastiel - Midam  Comfortably Queer - A Supernatural Fanzine - "Comfortably Queer" is a purely digital Supernatural Zine focusing on portraying the joys of being a Queer Person with the Characters of CW's Supernatural. A Safe FanFic Space for Minors. Sandra narrated Arthur's story "Stay the Night" (Gadreel/Dean - Explicit) last year. Have a listen or give it a read! ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

03-26
01:45:57

Tops and Bottoms of Each Season - Breaking Down S11 Through S15

Ranking rehab??? Excuse me? Looks like Sandra and Kasey are slipping. Get comfy as they share their tops and bottoms from Seasons 11 through 15. (Other alternative episode titles: Your Bottom Is My Bottom, Your Top Is My Top) ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

03-19
01:21:46

Bangs and Bingos - Sandra’s Attempt at Writing Challenges

Kasey wanted all the details on Sandra’s foray into the wild world of writing challenges in 2023. There was a lot of banging and a lot of filling. Not really. Sandra’s writing was pretty tame for her fic creations. They did have one thing in common, though. You’ll never guess. References and Mentions Supernatural Wiki Big Bang Page Dean Winchester Big Bang - 2023 Mini Edition Sandra’s “Scratch That Itch” Collab with Artist Twin One Fandom Page on Bingos IITI Interview with Jacklesverse Bingo Creator and Mod, Kym BJ’s “Of Constant Sorrow” (Soldier Boy Fic - Sandra’s Rec)  ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

03-12
01:38:55

Ramble On - Pine Sweat (Desire - Chapter 5)

Podfic Time – “Pine sweat (DESIRE)” by applecrumbledore Thanks to Roni (applecrumbledore) for permission to narrate their incredible story. Here’s Chapter 5 - DESIRE. Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise! ~ Sandra ~~~~~ Supernatural Fandom Rated Explicit  Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester Summary: Sam watched Dean hack up firewood with his hatchet. The magically-induced heat wave had his shirt soaked with sweat. “Did you ever have a, uh… experimental phase?” Sam smacked his lips, trying to think of a diplomatic way to phrase it. “That kid—by which I mean you—has been staring. At me. Kind of a lot.” (Sam and Dean get sent back to 1996 and go on a hunt with their teenaged selves. The kids don't know who they are.) ~~~~~ Subject Matter Disclaimer:  This podfic contains adult material of a sexual and graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised, and be mindful of the tags. Feel free to hop out of the backseat if that’s not your thing. Dean won’t hold it against you. More than likely, he or Sam or some other SPN character or any number of character combinations will be too busy holding other things against others to give it a second thought. If you’ve buckled up and are ready for the drive, please check your Bluetooth connections and/or plug in those headphones before the engine starts. By proceeding, you understand that Idling in the Impala is not responsible for any embarrassment, cringe, or adverse consequences that may occur as a result of the listener failing to conduct these checks. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

03-08
57:45

Mr. Sandman, Bring Me A Dreamer - Interview with runawaydr3amer, SPN FanFic Author

Kasey and Sandra are thrilled to share this lively conversation with a Wincest author who has run away with their collective hearts (and numerous marriage proposals). Known as runawaydr3amer, this former LiveJournal fic poster bestowed AO3 users with the gift of her older fics in 2022. Then, in 2023, she completed the legitimate epic that is the Sandman ‘verse. Dreamer is an amazing author who can provide details and nuances in every single ounce of angst and pining and fluff and smut when it comes to Sam and Dean.  Okay, so this interview took about three attempts to get recorded. Life and time zones continued to throw a spanner in the works. Over the course of those months, Kasey also had a name change (explained in the intro). But by Chuck, Kasey and Sandra were finally able to complete this fun and insightful chat with Dreamer. But don’t think they’re done yet. There’ll be a Gently Taking Authors To Task episode with Dreamer focusing on the Sandman ‘verse in the near future! You can find all of runawaydr3amer’s works here on AO3.  ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

03-05
02:10:18

The Con (Artist) Whisperer - Interview with SPN Convention Legend and Artist, Jessica

Sandra and Kasey were enthralled (and at some points verging on violence) with the SPN conventions stories regaled by their guest, Jessica. Seriously, this talented artist has some awesome convention mojo regarding J2 interactions. Call it “The Jessica Effect.” They talked about CharlotteCon, HawaiiCon, the Pride art Jessica created for the podcast, and all the Jessica/Jared moments that stirred up some thoughts from Kasey. This is a long one, and they aren’t even sorry about it. Enjoy! Jessica’s Spotify playlist for “Priding in the Impala” artistic inspiration can be listened to here. You can contact Jessica and find everything (including her artwork and convention photos) here. ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

02-27
02:27:33

Tops and Bottoms of Each Season - Breaking Down S6 Through S10

Sandra and Kasey are considering ranking rehab. The first step to recovery is admitting powerlessness over the addiction. Until they figure out the next step, there are still a bunch more episodes of Supernatural to rank. Get comfy as they share their tops and bottoms from Seasons 6 through 10. ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

02-20
01:30:04

“Sam Tops, Dean Bottoms” - How characterization, cinematic framing, and sexuality collide on Supernatural

Happy Unattached Drifter Christmas! Sandra came across an amazing article by user frozen-delight on tumblr, with a theory that Dean is portrayed as the Female Other on Supernatural. After hearing about it, Kasey was fully on board to discuss it. Since a good portion of the article focused on sex scenes, well, you can guess where a large majority of the conversation was spent. You’re welcome! References The post by frozen-delight (follow along with helpful visual aids - GIFs galore!) Definition of Other Gender  IITI 2023 Valentine’s Day Episode “What’s Love Got To Do With It?” IITI 2023 Episode “It’s Not Sexual Assault If It’s Against A Man” LiveJournal Post: Right Back on Men - female gaze in SPN by Aletheia Felinea ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

02-13
01:34:50

Ramble On - Together We Are The Storm

Podfic Time – “Together We Are The Storm” by WinchesterWytch Thanks to Kym (WinchesterWytch) for permission to narrate this electrifying Dean x Reader fic. The tension and the passion were off the charts in this story. I adored the reader telling Dean everything he deserved to hear towards the end.  Please visit the fic (and all of Kym’s work) on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise! ~ Sandra ~~~~~ Supernatural Fandom Rated Mature (NSFW) Dean/Reader Summary: Angry with the way the brothers have been treating her, the reader decides to take matters into her own hands and fight through the storm that is Dean Winchester. ~~~~~ Subject Matter Disclaimer:  This podfic contains adult material of a sexual and graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised and be mindful of the tags. Feel free to hop out of the backseat if that’s not your thing. Dean won’t hold it against you. More than likely, he or Sam or some other SPN character or any number of character combinations will be too busy holding other things against others to give it a second thought. If you’ve buckled up and are ready for the drive, please check your Bluetooth connections and/or plug in those headphones before the engine starts. By proceeding you understand that Idling in the Impala is not responsible for any embarrassment, cringe or adverse consequences that may occur as a result of the listener failing to conduct these checks. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

02-09
48:31

“It was supposed to be a one shot.” - Interview with Kym, SPN FanFic Author

Sandra and Karlee were put under a magic spell for this FanFic author interview. Known as WinchesterWytch on AO3, Kym has been posting Dean/Reader and Dean/OFC fics (AKA Dean Winchester’s Witch on tumblr) since 2019. Self-proclaimed Dean Girl, Kym is also the creator and mod of Jacklesverse Bingo. Kym took the time to break all the bingo stuff down as well during the chat. Want to learn more about Jacklesverse Bingo and participate? There's a second round open through mid-February, or you can get a card as a reader. You can find all the details here on tumblr. ~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. ~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory. We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look! ~~~~~ Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   ~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

02-06
01:39:02

Ramble On - Pine Sweat (Heat, But Worse - Chapter 4)

Podfic Time – “Pine sweat (HEAT, BUT WORSE)” by applecrumbledore Thanks to Roni (applecrumbledore) for permission to narrate their incredible story. Here’s Chapter 4 - HEAT, BUT WORSE. Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise! ~ Sandra ~~~~~ Supernatural Fandom Rated Explicit  Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester Summary: Sam watched Dean hack up firewood with his hatchet. The magically-induced heat wave had his shirt soaked with sweat. “Did you ever have a, uh… experimental phase?” Sam smacked his lips, trying to think of a diplomatic way to phrase it. “That kid—by which I mean you—has been staring. At me. Kind of a lot.” (Sam and Dean get sent back to 1996 and go on a hunt with their teenaged selves. The kids don't know who they are.) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message

02-02
53:50

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