Carrying Wayward: A Supernatural Podcast

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 2, Episode 4 of Supernatural: Children Shouldn’t Play With Dead Things. They discuss the different ways that Sam and Dean are coping with their compounding grief, and the layers of storytelling and messaging.

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 2, Episode 3 of Supernatural: Bloodlust. They discuss Sam and Dean’s different outlooks on what makes a monster, Dean’s processing of his internalized homophobia, and the problematic ways Gordon’s character is presented.

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 2, Episode 2 of Supernatural: Everybody Loves a Clown. They discuss found family, the different ways Sam and Dean are approaching and processing their grief, and wonder about the true nature of the monster of the week.

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 2, Episode 1 of Supernatural: In My Time Of Dying. They discuss the fall out of the Season 1 finale cliffhanger, John’s relationship to truth, and the evolution of reaper lore on the show.

Season 2 Pre-Game In this short episode, Drew and Marie dip their toes into Season 2. They discuss the little changes and adjustments they’ll be making in Season 2, and their personal resolutions.

In this episode, Drew and Marie are joined by listeners of the podcast from all around the world as they recap the first season of Supernatural. Recorded live on Zoom, they discuss family as the main theme of the season, and explore what family means to Sam and Dean, and how that meaning shifts through the season. Check out the recording on our YouTube channel: https://linktr.ee/CarryingWayward

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 22 of Supernatural: Devil’s Trap. In this season finale episode, they discuss Sam and Dean’s ongoing trauma, and the crystallizing of the show’s demon lore.

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 21 of Supernatural: Salvation. They discuss the rising stakes of the hunt for the demon that killed Mary, and the dynamics between John, Sam, and Dean. . Join us for our Season 1 Recap live show! Register here: https://linktr.ee/CarryingWayward

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 20 of Supernatural: Dead Man’s Blood. In this now infamous episode, they discuss the old and new dynamics between John, Sam, and Dean, and vampire lore. Join us for our Season 1 Recap live show! Register here: https://linktr.ee/CarryingWayward

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 19 of Supernatural: Provenance. They discuss Sam’s approach to romantic and sexual relationships, and respond to a moving voicemail from a listener. Join us for our Season 1 Recap live show! Register here: https://linktr.ee/CarryingWayward

In this special episode, Rachel, Drew and Marie release their first blooper reel. Join us for our Season 1 Recap live show! Register here: https://linktr.ee/CarryingWayward

In this episode, Drew and Marie are joined by licensed social worker Carol Ferrie as they dive into Season 1, Episode 18 of Supernatural: Something Wicked. They discuss intergenerational trauma in the context of John, Sam, and Dean. Join us for our Season 1 Recap live show! Register here: https://linktr.ee/CarryingWayward Carol’s reading list: DeAngelis, T. (2019, February). The legacy of trauma:...

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 17 of Supernatural: Hell House. They discuss the role of pranks in the brothers’ relationship and the different modern interpretations of tulpas. Join us for our Season 1 Recap live show! Register here: https://linktr.ee/CarryingWayward

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 16 of Supernatural: Shadow. They discuss John’s brief return to the boys’ life and Zoroastrianism.

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 15 of Supernatural: The Benders. They discuss the balance of light and dark in humanity and the messaging surrounding Kathleen.

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 14 of Supernatural: Nightmare. They discuss Sam’s “chosen one” complex and the messaging behind Max taking his own life.

In this episode, Drew and Marie are joined by licensed social worker Carol Ferrie as they dive into Season 1, Episode 13 of Supernatural: Route 666. They discuss Dean’s approach to relationships and the layers of white supremacy presented in the episode. Here are Carol’s sources and suggested readings: Bronson, A., & Miller, B. (2019). A public apology to Siksika Nation at the Toronto Biennial...

In this episode, Drew and Marie are joined by producer Rachel Castellano as they dive into Season 1, Episode 12 of Supernatural: Faith. They discuss the narrative foreshadowing of this episode and the bisexual inspiration behind Dean’s character.

In this mid-season episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 11 of Supernatural: Scarecrow. They discuss the brothers’ first big on-screen fight and the movies and novels that have influenced this episode.

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 10 of Supernatural: Asylum. They discuss the brothers’ repressed childhood memories and flipping stereotypes in storytelling.

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 9 of Supernatural: Home. They discuss the brothers’ tragic childhood, the wonder that is Missouri Mosely, and poltergeists.

In this special episode, Drew and Marie share an extended version of their interview with entomologist Dr. Sara Prado. To find out more about Dr. Prado’s work, visit: https://saraguitiprado.com/

In this episode, Drew and Marie are joined by entomologist Dr. Sara Prado as they dive into Season 1, Episode 8 of Supernatural: Bugs. They discuss the brothers’ relationship with their father and, you guessed it, bugs. To find out more about Dr. Prado’s work, visit: https://saraguitiprado.com

In this episode, Drew and Marie dive into Season 1, Episode 7 of Supernatural: Hook Man. They discuss the brothers’ repressed emotions and the pacing of the episode.

In this special holiday episode, Drew, Marie, & Rachel celebrate the festive season with some cocktails and a rousing game of “Canon or Fanon”. See how well Drew can predict what’s coming up in the series vs. Fan fiction curated by Marie.