Becoming Buffy

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) Victoria's back seeking vengeance--who will save Bella?! Will it be celibate-but-ready-for-marriage Edward? Or will it be hot-ripped-and horny Jacob? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the third installment in the Twilight series.

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) Why is Buffy not being able to cry significant? What is the purpose of Riley coming back in 'As You Were'? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode fits into the rest of the Buffyverse.   

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) How does Riley and Xander's characterization change between this episode and the next? What is Ben's purpose in season 5? And how does Joyce's speech to Buffy, foreshadow 'The Gift' and even season 6? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the series. 

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) How does this episode foreshadow season 6? What happened to Xander calling out Riley in "Into the Woods?" And how is Spike's gradual escalation towards Buffy, a concerning pattern that the show doesn't always take seriously? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.   

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) What episode proves that Spike is lying about Nikki Wood? Is it fair to compare Spike and Angel? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) Is Tara inconsistent with her use of magic? How does Tara grow over the course of the next 2 seasons? Whatever happened to Miss Kitty Fantastico? How does this episode pave the way for the next one? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the series.

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) Did the monk's inadvertently cause Joyce's brain aneurysm? What is the significance of color in this season? What is the Biblical symbolism of season 5? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the series.  

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) How does this episode foreshadow Riley's departure in "Into the Woods?" How is the show inconsistent in its criticism of Buffy? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode fits into the series as a whole.   

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) How do the parallels between Riley and Spike in season 4, continue into this season? How to Xander and Riley mirror one another? Ultimately, why did Buffy and Riley break up? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the series.

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) How do Dawn and Glory reflect Buffy this season? Why is Dawn one of the most hated TV characters of all time? And how does this episode lead up to the climactic finale, "The Gift?" Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guest host, Crissy, as they discuss how this episode fits into the rest of the series. 

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) How does Riley's arc fit in with the themes of season 5? What plot point are we most excited to talk about this season? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode foreshadows season 5 and the rest of the series.

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) The second addition to the Twilight Saga, "New Moon" brings the focus onto Werewolves, as Edward breaks up with Bella due to his fear over her safety. Lonely and depressed, Bella seeks solace in Jacob, who is experiencing a few changes of his own...Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss their thoughts on vampires vs. werewolves, Edward vs. Ja...

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) It's the tale as old as time! Awkward, ordinary Bella Swan meets hunky, brooding vampire dreamboat Edward Cullen, and Leah's here to tell you all about it. Join us as Twi-hard Leah leads Twilight newbies, Tabby and Sarah through every cringy, can't-look-away moment! Find out who Stephanie Meyer had in mind when she wrote Edward, how this movie ref...

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) How does season 4 start to shift the perception of vampires as victims? Why does Xander like Riley more than Buffy's other boyfriends? And does this episode begin Riley's insecurities towards Buffy or were they always there? Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and Crissy as they discuss how this episode fits into the rest of the series.

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) Should Oz have come back in the series? Was Kennedy necessary as Willow's love interest in season 7? And a discussion of Tara's storyline throughout the series. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode fits into the rest of the show.

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) Has Xander grown in the past 4 seasons? How does this episode foreshadow Spike and Anya for the later seasons? And is what Xander did in this episode considered cheating? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode fits into the Buffyverse as a whole. 

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) How does this episode set up Willow, Jonathan and Spike for future seasons? Which Angel actress married the actor who played Tucker Wells? What episode is Leah gleefully looking forward to discussing the most? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how "Superstar" ties in with the rest of the series.

(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault) An overview of Faith's arc and why we think it might be the best of the series, Leah and Tabby's thoughts on Angel protecting Faith in "Sanctuary," the significance of the Bronze and Nerf Herder in this episode, and more! Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how "Who Are You?" fits into the Buffyverse as a whole. 

Whew, it's been a heavy week for us Buffy fans and we're feeling...a lot. Join Sarah and Tabby (and Leah in spirit!) as they discuss the cancelled revival, the death of Nicholas Brendon (Xander), and the end of Becoming Buffy.  Find our merch at:  https://becomingbuffymerch.printful.me/

Get in the Christmas spirit as Tabby discusses her hatred for "Bro Sci-fi," Leah rages about war movies, Sarah shares controversial dislikes such as Star Wars and Gilmore Girls, and Tony confesses to the movie that permanently scared and scarred him. Whether you're full of Christmas candy and pie, or stepping outside for a holiday breather, enjoy the passionate opinions and scalding takes. Check o...

While we eagerly wait for news about the Buffy Revival, Sarah, Tabby, and Leah share what they've been watching, as well as a few recommendations for Spooky Season. Listen now to hear their thoughts on Avatar the Last Airbender, The Haunting of Hill House, Midnight Mass, Sinners, Death Becomes Her, and more!

Casting, leaks, interviews, theories, pictures, and a finished pilot! Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss everything they know about the new Buffy Revival, what they to see in the series, and a possible plot leak for the pilot.

Sarah, Tabby, and Leah answer listener's questions, share their thoughts on season seven, and discuss the podcast's impact and its future. Watch part of the video footage from the episode here on Youtube:https://youtu.be/O1wefK4y8Sg   Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to future episodes.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram ,  Tik...

Buffy makes her final stand against the First Evil, rallying the Scoobies and Potentials, and changing the Slayer line and world for good. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for one last time as they discuss the finale of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to future episodes.   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media: Instagram...

After rescuing Faith and the Potentials with her new weapon, Buffy joins the rest of the Scoobies as they research the origins of the mystical scythe. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the show's refusal to acknowledge the damage done in Empty Places, the ways this episode could have been more efficient with its time, and of course, the return of Angel.  Buy us a Coffee! and listen to ou...