Revamped: A Rewatch Podcast

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𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 4 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 17: “𝑺𝑼𝑷𝑬𝑹𝑺𝑻𝑨𝑹”

After Jonathan casts a spell that makes him the greatest person in Sunnydale, Buffy begins to notice that something about their perfect new reality doesn't quite add up. As Jonathan becomes the town's hero, Buffy and the Scoobies slowly uncover the dangerous truth behind his transformation, forcing Jonathan to confront what his fantasy has created.

JONATHAN JONATHAN JONATHAN. Never did we ever think we’d spend so much time speaking to him. Along this coverage, we talk about the obvious hilarity and wackiness this episode brings, but also shift when deserved aka all across it, to speak on just how gross Jonathan is for this spell he’s cast on the world. We discuss the clean up energy of Faiths aftermath and the way Buffy is feeling toward Riley, laugh for certain at just about every Anya scene and cringe like we did in the past over Xanders okay nature with what’s occurring.. and that’s after its revealed to be a facade. 

What are your thoughts on Jonathans choices here? Do you find the episode to be a bit of fun or completely cringe worthy for everything going on. Do you think Xander is gay for Jonathan? Let us know what you think of this one! by emailing us— revampedrewatchpod@gmail.com or send us a message on IG and be sure to follow @revamped_rewatchpodcast !!

You can 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 16: “𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑹𝑰𝑵𝑮”

When a man comes to Angel Investigations looking for his kidnapped brother, Angel follows the trail into a secret underground fighting ring where demons are enslaved and forced to fight to the death. Trapped inside the ring himself, Angel refuses to become another killer, while Cordelia and Wesley race to find a way to free him before the arena claims another victim.

Join us this week on our discussion on Angel and his high value system and how he will truly do good for just about ANYONE. Demons, people, all matter to him. Hear Courtneys thoughts on the introduction of Lilah to the series and our love for how great Cordy and Wesley are working together to rescue Angel rounding us off for about 100 that slayed moments from this one alone! 

Are you a fan of demons dueling? Do you think a website for demons should be called DEMONS DEMONS DEMONS or just DEMON DATABASE? What did you think of Angel helping the demons band together in a sense so they wouldn’t continue being used the way they were? Also, did you think Cordelia and Wesley were super badass working to help Angel out as this week’s “Helpless”?
Do you enjoy this episode, or was it not really your thing?
Share your thoughts with us! 
Email us @ revampedrewatchpod@gmail.com or DM Brandon on IG @revamped_rewatchpodcast to discuss the Buffyverse!

You can 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 16: “𝑾𝑯𝑶 𝑨𝑹𝑬 𝒀𝑶𝑼?”

After Faith uses the Mayor’s gift to swap her and Buffy’s bodies, she gets to live out the life she’s always envied. But as Faith begins to experience what it means to be Buffy, she finds herself increasingly uncomfortable in a life she thought she wanted. Meanwhile, Buffy, captured by the Watchers Council, attempts to escape and reclaim her own identity.

This week, we’re tackling Part 2 of the body-swap arc and getting into just how WRONG it is for Faith to violate Buffy in one of the worst ways possible. We return to the themes of autonomy and assault, and how Faith truly embodies her own twisted mantra: WANT, TAKE, HAVE. We unpack the layers of Faith manipulating everyone around her and what this experience means for Buffy and the trauma shes undergoing. Courtney shares her current thoughts & viewpoint on Faith, we finally get to talk about the budding relationship between Willow and Tara, and Brandon gets to discuss one of his favorite Faith defining moments, as cringe-inducing as it is, but how shes finally beginning to see the person she’s become. 

You can 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 15: “𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑷𝑹𝑶𝑫𝑰𝑮𝑨𝑳”

When Kate’s father becomes entangled in a dangerous supernatural investigation, Angel finds himself caught between protecting Kate and confronting the demons of his own past. As the case forces Angel back into memories of the man he once was, the past and present collide with devastating consequences…

Join us to hear Courtney’s excitement over Darla’s return to the Buffyverse and how she’s loving her more than ever! We also dive into how incredible this episode is for traveling back in time to unpack the events that ultimately led to ANGELUS’ Becoming and Liam’s end, along with a revisit to Kate’s daddy issues… although not so much anymore, because Trevor’s dead and we could give no fatherly fucks.

What are your thoughts on this one? Do we like this development in Kates arc? Do you enjoy more to Angels backstory as Liam being presented to us and the return of Darla in this special way? Share with us! Email us @ revampedrewatchpod@gmail.com or DM Brandon on IG @revamped_rewatchpodcast to discuss the Buffyverse!

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!

“𝑻𝑯𝑰𝑺 𝒀𝑬𝑨𝑹’𝑺 𝑮𝑰𝑹𝑳”
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𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 4 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 15 𝗂𝗌 𝗇𝗈𝗐 𝖺𝗏𝖺𝗂𝗅𝖺𝖻𝗅𝖾 𝗈𝗇 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙙!

As Buffy struggles with Riley's uncertain future and the growing threat of Adam, a far more personal danger returns to Sunnydale. After eight months in a coma, Faith awakens to a world that has moved on without her, and the vengeful rogue Slayer sets her sights on Buffy and the people she loves, leading the two Slayers toward a confrontation that forces the past back into the present.

Finally we are here and Faith is back to stir the pot some more! Hear Courtney’s surprise to Faith waking from her coma, how she takes in the world along with how she still has it out for Buffy. We discuss how badass Joyce is in the face of actual danger, the cool ways the show can bring back deceased characters, how much we love when our Slayers go up against each other, and our thoughts on why Faith woke up now after 8 months, plus so much more! Not to mention that cliffhanger we’re left on… FAITH IS IN BUFFY’S BODY!! WE GIVE THIS ONE A FIVE OUT OF FIVE, FOR SURE!!!

I know this is a fan favorite, but we want to hear from you! What did you think about Faith waking up after such a long time, and how they handled bringing her back into the fold? Do you wish she had simply woken up remorseful and ready to be rehabilitated, or do you prefer this version of her character and the continuation of her villain arc? Send us a DM over on instagram @ revamped_rewatchpodcast or send an email to revampedrewatchpod@gmail.com to let us know your thoughts. 

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!