Becoming Buffy

How does Giles' betrayal in season 7 compare to this one? Should the council have been more or less involved in the Slayer's life? Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guest Brian Plodinec-Gibson as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the series.  Support the show

It's Buffy's 18th birthday, her powers have disappeared, and the Watcher's Council makes their first appearance on the show. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, & guest Brian Gibson, as they discuss themes of assault, the perils of being a woman, and betrayal. TW: SA Support the show

Two children are murdered, Willow is the number one suspect, and Joyce rallies the entire town against her daughter with deadly consequences.  Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as the discuss themes of prejudice, censorship, and mob mentality. Support the show

How does Amends set up Angel's spin off in LA? Is the hilltop scene abusive? Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah & Dee as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.  Support the show

The ghosts of Angel's past are back to torment and haunt him, forcing him to confront the ones he's hurt. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guest Dee, as they discuss addiction, suicide, redemption, and hope. Support the show

Was Anya's arc consistent throughout the show? Was Vamp Willow a foreshadowing of dark Willow? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the impact of this episode on the rest of the show.  Support the show

A scorned Cordelia unknowingly makes a wish that turns Sunnydale and the entire world upside down. Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they discuss themes of friendship, being careful what you wish for, and the dangers of doing life alone. Support the show

How does this episode play a role in Willow's arc? Does Spike's speech foreshadow Spuffy? Is this version of Spike better than the Spike of seasons 6 and 7? Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guests Crissy and Lea, as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the series.  Support the show

A heartbroken Spike is back in town, kidnapping Willow and Xander to disastrous results. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and their guests, Crissy and Lea, as they discuss themes of integrity, responsibility, and being lost in love.  Support the show

The trauma of Faith, Giles' character growth, and the friendship of Faith and Angel through the series. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and guest, Lea, as they discuss how this episode fits into the rest of the Buffyverse.  Support the show

A new Watcher for Faith arrives, Willow and Xander continue to fight their feelings for each other, and Buffy's secret is finally revealed. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss themes of addiction, integrity, and responsibility. Support the show

Did Joyce and Giles have unexplored potential? Is Angel boring? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how Band Candy ties into the rest of the series.  Support the show

Mr. Trick has been recruited by the Mayor and Ethan Rayne is back in town to create chaos, only this time he's targeting the adults. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss themes of integrity, deception, and what it means to be a good leader.  Support the show

How do the Mayor and Buffy contrast each other? Was Willow and Xander's affair a good writing choice? What does the Mayor represent in the show? And does Buffy ever tell Riley she loves him? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the season and the show. Support the show

Buffy gets dumped by Scott right before Homecoming, Willow and Xander kiss, we finally meet the Mayor of Sunnydale, and Mr. Trick has decided he wants to create a game to kill the Slayers. Whoo! Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss guilt, standing up for oneself, and why David Boreanaz is always half naked and panting. Support the show

Buffy's conversations with therapists over the course of the show, the comparisons between topics of abuse in this episode and in season 6, and the question, do you hurt the ones you love? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.  Support the show

An unknown creature is viciously killing students, and the Scoobies are afraid that it might be Oz, while Buffy fears that it might be a feral Angel, fresh from hell. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss themes of assault, abuse, and the willingness to change. Support the show

Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they discuss how the episode lays a foundation for the rest of the season, the metaphors of Faith vs Buffy, and the first official foreshadowing of Dawn. Support the show

A new villain arrives in town, chasing Faith, a new slayer. Buffy is pursued by Scott, a normal high school kid, yet isn't quite sure that she's ready for another relationship. Oh yeah, and Angel mysteriously arrives, fresh from hell. Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they discuss themes of letting go and finding a new normal. Support the show

Buffy's home but nobody's talking about how they really feel...until one of Joyce's masks from the art gallery summons an army of zombies and all hell breaks loose. Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they discuss communication, trauma, and one of the most hated moments of the show. Support the show

The character development of Chanterelle/Lily/Anne throughout the Buffyverse, the use of this episode as a back door pilot for Angel, and its importance to the rest of the series. Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the show. Support the show

Still reeling from the heartbreak of killing Angel, Buffy is isolating herself in LA while the Scoobies start their first day of school back in Sunnydale. Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they discuss, identity, despair, and hope. Support the show

If you could change one aspect of season two, what would it be? What was your favorite moment? Least favorite scene? And have you ever wished you could know the thoughts of a first time viewer? Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they recap season two, and then listen to first time viewer, Liz, give her thoughts. Support the show

The ramifications of Willow's first spell, the correlations between the finales of season 2 & 5, and the age old question, is Spike motivated by love or obsession? Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah for their first ever live recording, as they bring on various guests to discuss these topics and more. Support the show

Giles is being tortured, Willow attempts the restoration spell again, and Buffy must team up with Spike to take down Angelus. Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they discuss the heartbreaking and epic conclusion to season two of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.  Support the show