Sarah Watson, Tabby Gibson, & Leah Gibson

Becoming Buffy

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A podcast discussing the themes, metaphors, and symbolism in the hit TV show, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." Join sisters Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they dissect the show with a spoiler-free analysis for new watchers, and also a spoiler-filled analysis for long time fans.

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Sarah Watson, Tabby Gibson, & Leah Gibson

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Podcast website

becoming-buffy.castos.com

Latest episode

Oct 1, 2026

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Episodes

S2. Ep21. Becoming Part One (Spoiler Free) 12.08.2021

Angelus makes plans to destroy the world, Willow finds the cure to restore Angel's soul, and Drusilla kills someone close to Buffy. Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they discuss free will, destiny, and responsibility.  Support the show

S2. Ep20. Go Fish (Spoiler & Spoiler Free) 05.08.2021

The swim team wins the championship and suddenly they're given preferential treatment until something mysteriously begins to kill them all off. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss athletic privilege, identity, and the toxic "win-at-all-costs" attitude that pervades to the detriment of the individual. Support the show

S2 Bloopers 29.07.2021

A compilation of behind the scenes giggling, goofs, and Leah's complaining for season 2.

S2. Ep19. I Only Have Eyes for You (Spoiler) 01.07.2021

***Trigger Warning: Suicide, depression, & self harm*** Were there two spirits in the school? What is the significance of Jasmine in the Buffyverse? And was Angel brought forth by James? Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, & guest Destiny for a spoiler analysis on how the episode fits in the rest of the show. Support the show

S2. Ep19. I Only Have Eyes for You (Spoiler Free) 30.06.2021

***Trigger Warning: Suicide, depression, & self harm*** Sunnydale High is being haunted by ghosts with tragic pasts, Giles can't seem to let go of Jenny, and Buffy and Angel reunite in the most unexpected way. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, & their guest Destiny as they discuss grief, forgiveness, and letting go. Support the show

S2. Ep18. Killed by Death (Spoiler & Spoiler Free) 24.06.2021

Weighed down by the guilt of Jenny Calendar's death, Buffy is hospitalized by the flu and encounters a monster from her past. Join Sarah, Tabby, & Leah as they discuss themes of abuse, death, and the frailty of humanity.  Support the show

S2. Ep17. Passion (Spoiler) 17.06.2021

The obsession of Angelus v. Spike, the evolving arc of Willow's obsession, and the role death plays on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, and David as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the show.  Support the show

S2. Ep17. Passion (Spoiler Free) 10.06.2021

Angel's stalking Buffy, Jenny discovers the cure to restore Angelus' soul, and someone meets their end in this iconic, unforgettable episode. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for their spoiler free discussion on grief, loss, and of course, passion. Support the show

S2. Ep16. Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered (Spoiler) 03.06.2021

***Trigger Warning: this episode contains topics pertaining to sexual assault*** Was Xander in control of the women's wills? How does this episode compare with season 6? Are Xander and Willow treated differently when it comes to their abuse of magic? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for a spoiler discussion on how this episode ties into the rest of the show.  Support the show

S2. Ep16. Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered (Spoiler Free) 27.05.2021

It's Valentine's day and love is in the air...or not. After Cordelia dumps him, Xander's attempts at a love spell go awry when every girl in Sunnydale except for Cordy become obsessed with him. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss love vs. obsession, mind assault, and accountability. Support the show

S2. Ep15. Phases (Spoiler) 20.05.2021

The great injustice done to the character of Daniel Osbourne, the history of werewolves on the show, and the question of whether Buffy can ever truly have a normal life. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for a spoiler filled analysis on how 'Phases' fits into the rest of the Buffyverse.  Support the show

S2. Ep15. Phases (Spoiler Free) 18.05.2021

Willow is frustrated that her relationship with Oz isn't progressing physically, Cordelia is frustrated that Xander seems preoccupied with every girl other than her, Buffy is tormented by Angelus, and everyone discovers that Oz is a werewolf! Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss themes of men's secret lives, toxic masculinity, and how misogyny negatively affects both women and men.  Support...

S2. Ep13/14. Surprise/Innocence (Spoiler) 13.05.2021

The parallels between seasons 2 and 5, the beginnings of Spike's jealousy over Angelus' relationship with Dru, and our first glimpse at the humanity inside evil vampires. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for their spoiler-filled discussion on how Surprise/Innocence impacted the series.  Support the show

S2. Ep14. Innocence Part Two (Spoiler Free) 06.05.2021

Chivalrous Oz, Buffy power walks and chokeholds, rocket launchers, and tender car talks with Dad. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for part two of their spoiler-free analysis of 'Innocence.' Support the show

S2. Ep14. Innocence Part One (Spoiler Free) 04.05.2021

Angel is gone, Willow discovers Xander and Cordelia's secret, Jenny's true identity is unmasked, but the question is, can Buffy stop Angelus? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss themes of sex, growing apart, and of course, loss of innocence.  Support the show

S2. Ep13. Surprise (Spoiler Free) 29.04.2021

Spike and Drusilla are assembling the Judge, Xander wants to make things official with Cordelia but she's not having it, Oz and Willow move forward in their relationship, Jenny has a dark secret, and Buffy and Angel finally sleep together...leading to the biggest cliff hanger we've seen yet. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss themes of first love, vengeance, and living like there's no tom...

S2. Ep12. Bad Eggs (Spoiler & Spoiler Free) 22.04.2021

S-E-X. It’s sex education time at Sunnydale High, with the students each being given an egg “baby” to take care of at home. But shocker, the eggs turn out to be body-snatching demons of some sort because, of course. Join Sarah, Tabby, Leah, & Bex, for their spoiler-free discussion on themes of sexual attraction, blood ties, and choice. Stick around for 'Scoobies' Secrets,' a spoiler-filled ana...

S2. Ep11. Ted (Spoiler & Spoiler Free) 15.04.2021

Giles and Jenny rekindle their romance, and Joyce has a new man in her life that everyone seems to be thrilled about except Buffy. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for their spoiler-free discussion on themes of trauma, abuse, and boundaries. Stick around for 'Scoobies' Secrets,' a spoiler-filled analysis of how this episode fits in with the rest of the series. Support the show

S2. Ep10. What's My Line Part Two (Spoiler) 08.04.2021

How does Kendra's slaying style differ from Buffy's? How would the show have changed if Kendra hadn't died? Is Buffy ignoring Angel's demon side or is she just unaware? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for the spoiler-filled analysis on how this episode fits into the entirety of the show.  Support the show

S2. Ep10. What's My Line Part Two (Spoiler Free) 01.04.2021

Angel's being sacrificed to restore Drusilla to full health, the order of Taraka is closing in on the Scooby gang, and there are now two vampire slayers?? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for their spoiler-free discussion on identity, and how a slayer is most powerful when she accepts that slaying is a part of who she is. Support the show

S2. Ep9. What's My Line Part One (Spoiler) 25.03.2021

Why does Spike have more humanity in him than Angelus? What is the correlation between this episode and 'The Wish?' What would Dawn be doing if she were alive in this episode? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for "Scoobies' Secrets," a spoiler filled analysis of the episode and how it fits in with the rest of the Buffyverse. Support the show

S2. Ep9. What's My Line Part One (Spoiler Free) 18.03.2021

It's career week over at Sunnydale High, the order of Taraka have a hit on Buffy, and Spike and Drusilla have finally discovered the cure to Dru's illness...the blood of her sire, Angel. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for their spoiler free discussion on identity and the pressures that teens face when making life choices.  Support the show

S2. Ep8. The Dark Age (Spoiler) 11.03.2021

What are the parallels between Giles and Willow for the rest of the series? What foreshadowing does this episode have with Cordelia's character arc into the Angel series? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for their spoiler-filled analysis of the themes of addiction and control throughout the series. Support the show

S2. Ep8. The Dark Age (Spoiler Free) 04.03.2021

Hel-lo, Ripper! This week we’re shocked to find out that our stuffy, tweed-clad librarian is in fact hiding a few, dark secrets. It is now Giles’ turn to face his demons as he is confronted with the mistakes of his past and forced to turn to Buffy for help. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah's spoiler free discussion of the themes of addiction and control through the metaphor of magic.  Support the show

S2. Ep7. Lie to Me (Spoiler) 25.02.2021

What is Chanterelle/Lily/Anne's real name and how does it relate to Buffy? Why is there less of a contrast between soul-less Spike and ensouled Spike vs. Angel and Angelus? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah for their spoiler-filled discussion of "Lie to Me," and how it relates to the rest of the series.  Support the show

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