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Becoming Buffy

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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Latest Episodes:

Scoobies' Secrets: Season 7 Spoilers Oct 01, 2026

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(The final bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault. Thanks for listening!)

The last spoiler episode of the entire series! Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss what they're excited to unpack, what they are dreading the most, and an overview on the themes of season 7.

Bonus: Buffy the Vampire Slayer Movie Recap Sep 24, 2026

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(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)

It's 1992 and Buffy has just discovered that she has a mystical calling to slay vampires! Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss Joss Whedon's original script and how it differs from the director's vision, what works well in this movie and what doesn't, and all the camp goodness that happens in between.

Scoobies' Secrets: Season 6 Spoilers Sep 17, 2026

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(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)

What storylines are they most excited to tackle? Which ones terrify them? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the season theme, past rewatch experiences, foreshadowing, and how they think this rewatch will change things.

Scoobies' Secrets: Interview with the Vampire Movie Recap Sep 10, 2026

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(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)

A man interviews a vampire on his extraordinary un-life and search for meaning in death. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the Anne Rice, the original book, and their thoughts on the movie.

Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep19. Tough Love (Spoilers) Sep 03, 2026

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(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)

Does this episode help us be more sympathetic to Giles leaving in season 6? What dilemma is this season setting up with Ben and how is contrasted with Dawn and Buffy? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this epsiode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.

Scoobies' Secrets: Breaking Dawn pt.2 Movie Recap Sep 03, 2026

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(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)

Vampires, imprinting, CGI baby, oh my! It's the final installment in the Twilight franchise and oh boy do we have thoughts. Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss Charlie's acceptance of all the red flags, Tabby's phobia of zippers, and the twist of that final scene.

Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep18. Intervention (Spoilers) Aug 27, 2026

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(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)

How does Spike and Buffy's relationship in season 6 violate Buffy's moral code? Should we feel bad for Spike in season 6? What does it say about our society that we are more willing to fix and forgive male characters than we are to female characters? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode fits into the Buffyverse as a whole.

Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep17. Forever (Spoilers) Aug 20, 2026

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(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)

How does the show's perception of Spike subtly shift in this episode? How does this episode and 'the Body' prepare us for season 6? Join Sarah, Tabby and Leah as they discuss how this episode ties into the rest of the Buffyverse.

Scoobies' Secrets: Breaking Dawn pt.1 Movie Recap Aug 13, 2026

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(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)

A wedding. Marital coitus. Surprise pregnancy. Imprinting..on a baby?? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss the most unhinged Twlight movie yet!

Scoobies' Secrets: S5. Ep15. I Was Made to Love You (Spoilers) Aug 06, 2026

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(A bonus episode from the Scoobies' Secrets Vault)

How is Buffy never the same after this episode? How does this episode impact season 6? And what are our thoughts as we get closer to the end of the season? Join Sarah, Tabby, and Leah as they discuss how this episode fits into the rest of the Buffyverse.

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