Becoming Buffy

Willow and Tara are reunited, Buffy closes in on the Trio, Spike crosses a line, and a member of the Scoobies gets killed by Warren. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss reactions and behind the scenes, parallels between Spike and Warren, and how this is the most controversial episode of the show.   Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to future episodes....

After being hurt by Xander and Buffy, Anya and Spike seek solace in one another with devastating results. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and Naj as they discuss Buffy and Xander's honesty, the missed opportunities with Anya's reservations about Xander, and....the return of judgemental Xander.    Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to future episodes.   Email: becomin...

When Buffy gets stung by a demon, she begins to experience vivid hallucinations of being in a mental asylum that make her believe that Sunnydale and all her friends are make believe. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the different theories on the ending of the episode, the important use of light and color, and how this episode might just be our favorite of the season.  Buy us a Coffee! a...

Anya and Xander's wedding is threatened when a mysterious old man claims to be Xander from the future. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the excellent build up to this episode, the surprisingly mature conversation between Buffy and Spike, and how Xander has never been more sympathetic or relatable.   Buy us a Coffee! and listen to our spoiler episodes and get early access to future episo...

A married Riley Finn returns to Sunnydale to enlist Buffy's help in finding the mysterious "Doctor" while Xander and Anya stress about their upcoming wedding. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guest host Ruth as they discuss the completion of the Riley/Spike parallels, how Riley's role on the show both helps and hinders this episode, and our collective sigh of relief at the ending.   Buy us a Coffee! a...

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 episode...

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...

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 t...

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...

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...

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...

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 s...

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...

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...

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 o...

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...

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...

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: becomi...

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: becomingbu...

Was it surprising to find that Buffy had a little sister? Who is Liz's controversial favorite character? What moment made her cry? Join Sarah as she interviews Liz as she watches the show for the very first time!   Buy us a coffee!   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media:  Instagram ,  Tiktok , and  Youtube   Producers: Christine, Paul, Kashaan, and Kate

Is Buffy's leap a death wish? Was Giles right to kill Ben? Do the writers view Buffy as to "pure" to get her hands dirty? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as we discuss our listener's thoughts and takes, as well as analyze how this episode fits into the Buffyverse as a whole.   Buy us a Coffee!   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Media:  Instagram ,  Tiktok , and  Youtube   Producers: Chri...

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...

While Ben and Glory work through their newfound emotions, Willow must try to reach a catatonic Buffy and convince her not to give up. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the different decisions each character must wrestle with, the metaphor of Buffy's house and how it relates to her mental state, and the question of whether or not the Slayer wants to die.    Buy us a coffee!   Email: becom...

With the secret of Dawn being the Key now out, Buffy scrambles to keep everyone safe, yet in the end it's not enough. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the question Dawn and Ben face, the ethical and moral questions the show is bringing up for all the characters, and the use of the knights as a metaphor for destiny.   Buy us a coffee!   Email: becomingbuffypodcast@gmail.com   Social Medi...

Buffy and Ben struggle with their lives being taken over by their sisters, Tara and Willow have a major fight, a Scooby member gets their brains sucked, and Glory finally discovers who the key is. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the symbolism of Buffy dropping out of poetry class, Willow's concerning behavior, and the theme of responsbility and stepping into adulthood.   Buy us a coffe...