I Was Made To Love You | 97
I Was Made To Love You | 97
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This episode of The Rewatcher podcast delves into the complexities of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer episode "I Was Made to Love You." The hosts discuss Buffy's relationship with Riley, Spike's feelings for her, and the show's portrayal of misogyny. They also explore the introduction of April, a seemingly normal girl who is later revealed to be a robot created by Warren. The episode examines the themes of relationships, technology, and the challenges of navigating a world filled with demons and magic. The hosts discuss the episode's humor, its use of metaphors, and its overall message about the complexities of human relationships. They also explore the episode's portrayal of female characters, including Buffy's internalized misogyny and Anya's sarcastic wit. The episode concludes with a discussion of the podcast "Backfired: The Vaping Wars," which explores the rise and fall of Juul Labs in the illegal vape market.
Outlines
Buffy's Relationships and Misogyny
The hosts discuss Buffy's relationships with Riley and Spike, exploring the show's portrayal of misogyny and Buffy's internalized struggles with societal pressures.
April's Arrival and Spike's Jealousy
A new character, April, arrives in Sunnydale, and Spike, feeling rejected by Buffy, tries to make her jealous by flirting with April. The hosts discuss April's mysterious nature and Spike's motivations.
The Scoobies Investigate April
The Scoobies investigate April's strange behavior, theorizing that she is a robot. They discuss her violent actions and their casual approach to her threat.
Warren's True Nature and Buffy's Post-Breakup Blues
The Scoobies discuss Warren's loneliness and the possibility that he built April for companionship. Buffy, dealing with her own post-breakup struggles, goes on a date with Ben.
Warren's Escape and April's Pursuit
Warren, fearing April's discovery, prepares to leave with Katrina. April continues her search for Warren, encountering a group of frat boys who point her in the right direction.
April's True Nature Revealed
Buffy confronts Warren about April, revealing her true nature as a robot. April expresses sadness over Warren's abandonment and reveals her programming and combat mode.
April's Power Down and Buffy's Comfort
April's power begins to fail, and she expresses fear of being lost in the dark. Buffy tries to comfort her, assuring her that Warren will find her.
Buffy's Revelation and Gloria's Suspicions
Buffy realizes that she needs to focus on herself and cancels her date with Ben. Gloria, suspicious of Ben's intentions, believes he is plotting against her.
Spike's Order and the Episode's Conclusion
Spike confronts Warren, demanding that he build a robot for him. The episode ends with Joyce seemingly unconscious, leaving Buffy in shock.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episode Discussion
The hosts discuss their opinions on the episode, including their favorite and least favorite characters and their overall impressions.
Podcast Credits and Outro
This segment features the podcast credits, including the hosts, producers, and the theme song composer. It also includes a call to action for listeners to join Wondery Plus for ad-free listening and to fill out a survey.
Advertisement for "Backfired: The Vaping Wars"
This segment is an advertisement for the podcast "Backfired: The Vaping Wars," which tells the story of the rise and fall of Juul Labs in the illegal vape market.
Keywords
Drusilla
A fictional character from the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, known for her unpredictable and chaotic nature. She is a powerful vampire with a penchant for violence and destruction.
Riley Finn
A fictional character from the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, who is Buffy's boyfriend for a significant period. He is a soldier who struggles to cope with the supernatural world and Buffy's Slayer duties.
Spike
A fictional character from the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, known for his complex and often contradictory nature. He is a vampire with a dark past who develops a deep and passionate love for Buffy.
Hellmouth
A fictional portal in the town of Sunnydale, where the series Buffy the Vampire Slayer is set. It is a source of supernatural activity and danger, attracting demons and other creatures.
April
A fictional character from the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, who appears in the episode "I Was Made to Love You." She is a mysterious and alluring woman who is later revealed to be a robot.
Anya
A fictional character from the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, who is a former vengeance demon. She is known for her sarcastic wit and her often unconventional views on relationships and life.
Zander Harris
A fictional character from the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, who is Buffy's best friend and a member of the Scooby Gang. He is known for his comedic timing and his often inappropriate behavior.
Ben
A fictional character from the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, who is a young man who shares a body with the powerful god Glory. He is often unaware of Glory's presence and struggles to control his own actions.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
A popular television series that follows the adventures of Buffy Summers, a teenage girl who is chosen to be the "Vampire Slayer," tasked with protecting the world from vampires and other supernatural creatures.
Q&A
What is the main theme of this episode of The Rewatcher?
The episode explores the themes of relationships, misogyny, and the challenges of navigating the supernatural world.
How does the episode portray Buffy's internalized misogyny?
Buffy struggles with the idea that Spike's feelings for her are a result of her own flaws, reflecting the societal pressure on women to be responsible for men's actions.
What is the significance of April's character?
April's mysterious and alluring nature adds a layer of intrigue to the episode, and her true identity as a robot provides a surprising twist.
How does the episode use humor to address serious themes?
The episode uses humor to highlight the absurdity of certain situations, such as Anya's obsession with snacks and Zander's misogynistic comments.
What is the overall message of the episode?
The episode suggests that relationships are complex and often messy, and that navigating the supernatural world can be both exciting and challenging.
Why does Spike try to make Buffy jealous?
Spike is feeling rejected by Buffy and wants to make her jealous by flirting with her friend's girlfriend.
What is April's true nature?
April is a robot created by Warren, programmed to love him and be his perfect girlfriend.
Why does Warren abandon April?
Warren finds April too predictable and boring, and he falls in love with a human girl, Katrina.
How does Buffy react to April's existence?
Buffy is initially shocked and disgusted by April's existence, but she eventually tries to comfort her as she powers down.
Show Notes
Still reeling (in a bad way) from the news of Spike 'Lobsession", Buffy can't seem to shake the feeling the fuckshit surrounding her relationships is TOTES her fault!
When a girlfriend of the Stedford type shows up and starts yeeting people around all willy-nilly, Buffy and the scoobs try to find the robot's mans!
Rewatch, Listen & Laugh as we introduce a new segment of the show, Alaina decides that she can't crush today, and end on one of the gnarliest cliffhangers in our multiverse!
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