Revamped: A Rewatch Podcast

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𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 4 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 14 “𝑮𝑶𝑶𝑫𝑩𝒀𝑬 𝑰𝑶𝑾𝑨”

The fallout from Professor Walsh's betrayal leaves Buffy searching for answers as the Initiative begins to unravel from within. As long-buried secrets come to light and Riley begins questioning everything he thought he knew, Maggie's greatest experiment is finally brought out of the shadows.

This week we’re joined by Revamped Community listener Brittany to talk the aftermath of Maggie’s death, her complete escape of accountability along with the demon cyborg she created, aka this season’s BIG BAD! We get into the horrors of his world view..share our thoughts on the commandos getting drugged, Riley’s withdrawal and the shift in his demeanor toward Buffy.. We have PLENTY to say about FORREST and his apparent affection for his 1st in command and Riley’s overall spiral when facing these revelations on all he thought he knew. 

What your thoughts are on Adam appearing to be an unstoppable force, his methods of learning and how fucked up it is Maggie created this thing that led to her own undoing and what seems to be for the initiative itself. How do you feel about Riley being drugged to become the soldier he is, his journey finding out about everything and what this means for him moving forward. 

You can find our guest Brittany over on Instagram under the name “the.real.breyds” for an inside look into her life, along with plenty of her various animal adventures! 

You can also as always explore the world left behind with Courtney’s on her podcast "Echoes of Elsewhere: An Urban Exploration podcast" where she documents her own explorations and interviews fellow adventurers for a deep dive into the world of Urbex. Also featuring segments that go beyond the abandoned, uncovering true crime and paranormal stories lingering within the forgotten places she’s discovered. Available wherever you get your pods!

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𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 1 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 13 “𝑺𝑯𝑬”

When Cordelia receives a vision of a gruesome murder, Angel's investigation leads him to Jhiera, a mysterious refugee from another dimension who's helping women escape a brutally oppressive society. As ruthless hunters from her world close in, Angel finds himself caught between stopping a killer and protecting someone willing to risk everything to free others from a lifetime of subjugation.

This week we’re here to talk about possibly the latest episode of ANGEL out there. Hear our thoughts on why this one didn’t quite land for us personally, but also our thoughts on how fucked up this world of Jheira’s is, why we still stand for her mission... in ways, and how Angel 100% wants to do something else with that KO of hers. Hot and bothered doesn’t even begin to describe our convo on this one!

Do you find this story compelling in any way shape or form, do you like the idea of Jhiera and her battle against her worlds men and the way their system operates? DO you even like this episode!!! PLEASEEEE LET US KNOW! Send us an email revampedrewatchpod@gmail.com or message us on instagram @revamped_rewatchpodcast

You can also as always explore the world left behind with Courtney’s on her podcast "Echoes of Elsewhere: An Urban Exploration podcast" where she documents her own explorations and interviews fellow adventurers for a deep dive into the world of Urbex. Also featuring segments that go beyond the abandoned, uncovering true crime and paranormal stories lingering within the forgotten places she’s discovered. Available wherever you get your pods!

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𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 4 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 13 “𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑰 𝑰𝑵 𝑻𝑬𝑨𝑴”

Buffy is welcomed deeper into the Initiative, embracing a world that finally seems to understand the Slayer's place within it. But as she grows closer to Riley, her friends become increasingly wary of the organization's true intentions, and it's clear not everyone is happy with Buffy's new role... especially as the mystery behind Room 314 begins to unravel.

This week we’re talking Maggie Walsh trying to kill Buffy, her twisted man-demon child of a threat, Adam, and gawking over Riley & Buffy getting extra physical! Hear our thoughts on Buffy joining up with the Initiative, Professor Walsh trying to take her out.. like, permanently.. and Courtney’s drop-the-mic thoughts on Buffy’s THAT SLAYED MOMENT when she fails to do so! *insert Brandons whooping and hollering "YAS BITCCHHHH"*

What did you think of "The I in Team” The first time you watched it, were you shocked by the reveals surrounding Adam and Prof. Walsh? Were you caught off guard by the lengths Maggie was willing to go to in order to stop Buffy, or did you see it coming? What are your thoughts on Buffy and Riley finally sleeping together? And are you excited to hear Courtney's thoughts and reactions on this next stretch of episodes? 
Let us know what you think by emailing us revampedrewatchpod@gmail.com or by messaging us on IG and sending a DM to @revamped_rewatchpodcast

You can also as always explore the world left behind with Courtney’s on her podcast "Echoes of Elsewhere: An Urban Exploration podcast" where she documents her own explorations and interviews fellow adventurers for a deep dive into the world of Urbex. Also featuring segments that go beyond the abandoned, uncovering true crime and paranormal stories lingering within the forgotten places she’s discovered. Available wherever you get your pods!

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𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 1 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 12: “𝑬𝑿𝑷𝑬𝑪𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑮”

Just as Cordelia begins to believe she's finally found a genuine connection in Los Angeles, a seemingly perfect date leaves her facing a terrifying and impossible pregnancy. With Cordelia's life hanging in the balance, Angel and Wesley must unravel an unsettling mystery before the nightmare reaches its devastating conclusion.

Hear our conversation on Cordelia yet again becoming this week's target as helpless, and how the writers definitely could have gone with a different storyline. Ponder this preposterous pregnancy with us and just how fortunate Cordelia is to have both Angel and Wesley in her greatest time of need. We have an honest conversation about women's autonomy and agency, how completely they're stripped away from Cordelia and the other women, and why these men are so deeply disturbing for reducing a woman's body to nothing more than a vessel for their own ambitions. We also can't resist poking fun at this week's laughably ridiculous demon while highlighting the comedic relief Wesley continues to deliver and how he's quickly becoming a great asset to the team in our eyes. For such a controversial episode, we made the best of it, no matter how cringe the storytelling is.

Let us know what you all thought of this one. Did you feel as awful for these women as we did? Were you just as disturbed by the complete loss of bodily autonomy and consent? To our female listeners, how do you think you'd react if you found yourself in a situation like this?
And what did you think of Team Angel showing up for Cordelia? After everything she's been through, it really feels like she's beginning to realize she has people who genuinely care about her and will always have her back. Send us an email @revampedrewatchpod@gmail.com or slide into our DM’s over on instagram @revamped_rewatchpodcast

You can also as always explore the world left behind with Courtney’s on her podcast "Echoes of Elsewhere: An Urban Exploration podcast" where she documents her own explorations and interviews fellow adventurers for a deep dive into the world of Urbex. Also featuring segments that go beyond the abandoned, uncovering true crime and paranormal stories lingering within the forgotten places she’s discovered. Available wherever you get your pods!

ʙᴜғғʏ ᴛʜᴇ ᴠᴀᴍᴘɪʀᴇ sʟᴀʏᴇʀ 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 4 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 12: “𝑨 𝑵𝑬𝑾 𝑴𝑨𝑵” ft. Oliver

As Buffy becomes increasingly wrapped up in Riley, Professor Walsh, and the Initiative, Giles begins feeling left out of the loop. But after an evening with Ethan Rayne takes an unexpected turn, he wakes up transformed into a Fyarl demon and discovers what life in Sunnydale looks like from the other side of the hunt.

Our episode this week is a tribute to the brilliantly talented Anthony Stewart Head, and what better way to celebrate his legacy than with Buffy's definitive Giles centered episode?
Join us alongside our guest, Oliver aka ”Ollie," the creative mind behind OH.BUFFY Crafts on Instagram, as we discuss the lasting impact Tony's performance as Giles had on us, why this hilarious episode honors him so perfectly, and all the laughs we shared during recording.
Hear Courtney's thoughts on Fyarl Demon Giles, her reaction to Ethan Rayne's unexpected final return to Buffy, Ollie's thoughts on Riley's mindset around Buffy being the Slayer, and our first theories about what the Initiative could be doing behind the scenes.

What did you think of Ethan Rayne's return and final attempt to make Giles' life absolutely miserable? Did this episode make you laugh as much as it made us laugh? And what are your thoughts on all the growing mysteries surrounding the Initiative, Maggie Walsh, and whatever is going on with 314? Let us know your favorite moments, biggest takeaways, and your Final Slays by emailing us revampedrewatchpod@gmail.com or by messaging us on IG and sending a DM to @revamped_rewatchpodcast

You can find our guest Ollie over on Instagram at @oh.buffycrafts, where he creates Buffyverse inspired linocut prints and is currently carving his way through Buffy Season 2, one episode at a time! Be sure to check out his page, visit his shop, and bring home one of his incredible prints for yourself.

You can also as always explore the world left behind with Courtney’s on her podcast "Echoes of Elsewhere: An Urban Exploration podcast" where she documents her own explorations and interviews fellow adventurers for a deep dive into the world of Urbex. Also featuring segments that go beyond the abandoned, uncovering true crime and paranormal stories lingering within the forgotten places she’s discovered. Available wherever you get your pods!