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  • “I never throw away an idea.” Interview with kittenofdoomage, FanFic Author

    “I never throw away an idea.” Interview with kittenofdoomage, FanFic Author
    2025/06/10
    Sandra and Kasey got to check a guest off their podcast bucket list! Listeners may have heard them collectively agree, “We’ll have made it when we can interview kittenofdoomage!” That day has arrived! Rhi, known in fandom writing circles as kittenofdoomage, has been posting fics on AO3 since 2016 and is one of the most prolific reader-insert writers around. She writes for many fandoms, but Supernatural makes up the bulk of her stories, which total well over a thousand! If you love Alpha/Beta/Omega dynamics, you could survive quite happily on a diet of her fics for, well, forever.Sandra and Kasey had such fun with a Reader-Insert icon!If kittenofdoomage hasn’t gotten her claws into you yet, you can find her work on tumblr and AO3.~~~Reminder ~ “Ride with Pride” fundraiser merch will be available through June 30th, 2025! Once it’s gone, it’s gone!~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind the scenes perks!We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.~~~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:04:04 - “Live Free and Twi-Hard” sparked kitten’s journey back into fic writing00:11:06 - Which Winchester got its claws in kitten?00:14:47 - SPN viewing habits00:20:39 - Thoughts on the show00:24:33 - The JDM Effect00:30:18 - Favorite characters on SPN00:31:48 - John Winchester00:34:16 - Writing characters into canon00:36:05 - Plot twists and cliffhangers00:39:30 - Kitten’s writing start00:40:46 - The community around fanfic and reader engagement00:45:26 - Reader-insert realm00:48:47 - Imposter syndrome00:51:30 - Does kitten herself into fic as the reader?00:53:43 - Unlearning the wrong thing to improve00:55:35 - Has a reader insert ever become an OC?00:57:32 - Everyone loves a happy ending?01:00:52 - Where do the ideas come from?01:02:56 - The privilege of making people feel01:04:46 - The ideas list01:12:13 - Omegaverse01:14:46 - Teens on the Internet and finding fanfic01:18:42 - Writing fancy stories for adults01:33:54 - Kitten’s fanfic limits01:39:38 - Fandom popularity01:47:58 - Kasey’s questions01:51:28 - Kitten’s words of wisdom01:56:06 - Final thoughts and outro
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    2 時間 4 分
  • “Words have power.” Minority and Cultural Representation in FanFiction

    “Words have power.” Minority and Cultural Representation in FanFiction
    2025/06/03
    Sandra and Kasey welcomed authors and friends to dig deeper into fanfiction on this episode. The topic is minority and cultural representation (or the lack thereof) in fanfics, focusing on Reader Insert and Original Characters.Alex, known as ZepSkies, is a reader-insert and OFC writer who has penned many stories centered around characters brought to life by one Jensen Ackles. She’s imbued her reader inserts and ofc’s with diverse traits and characteristics that have reflected her Latin heritage and explored other cultures outside her frame of reference. Sandra sent an ask out in Idling’s Discord server to talk to authors from various cultures about this topic. One member, Laila (known as rubyvhs on tumblr), was keen to come on for the chat. Unfortunately, exams got in the way of her joining. But she kindly took time out and answered some questions sent over in advance.Many thanks to these talented authors for sharing their insight and lived experiences!You can find Alex on tumblr and AO3 and listen to her author interview.You can find Laila on tumblr and AO3.~~~Reminder ~ “Ride with Pride” fundraiser merch will be available through June 30th, 2025! Once it’s gone, it’s gone!~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind the scenes perks!We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.~~~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:03:23 - Laila’s intro to SPN and fanfiction00:06:18 - Alex’s cultural background and formative years00:12:15 - Laila’s cultural background00:17:00 - Fanfic Alex reads00:25:10 - Fanfic Laila reads00:25:54 - When Alex discovered cultural representation in fanfic00:31:27 - Did Laila search for her cultural heritage in fanfic?00:36:36 - Deciding to give a reader-insert character diverse cultural traits00:51:29 - Fear of sharing a part of your culture in fanfiction?00:58:41 - Laila incorporated her cultural identity into fanfic01:05:34 - Breaking out of an ingrained bias01:13:20 - Writing about a culture outside of your frame of reference01:31:58 - Laila’s cultural creations01:40:34 - Final advice from Alex01:45:22 - Final thoughts and outro
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    1 時間 49 分
  • Ride with Pride in June! Priding in the Impala Fundraiser

    Ride with Pride in June! Priding in the Impala Fundraiser
    2025/06/01

    Idling in the Impala’s 2025 Priding in the Impala Fundraiser is live! Visit the merch store and pick up anything with the “Ride with Pride” artwork (designed by the immensely talented Quickreaver)! Net revenue will be split between the LGBTQIA+ non-profit organization The Trevor Project and expenses that keep Idling in the Impala running (things like domain hosting, Zoom, Canva, etc.)

    “Ride with Pride” merch will be available through June 30th, 2025! Once it’s gone, it’s gone!

    https://idlingintheimpala.com/collections/ride-with-pride-2025

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    We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.

    Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.

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    TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com

    We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!

    All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast

    Our Discord #backseat Channel.

    Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.

    Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind the scenes perks!

    We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!

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    Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:

    World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

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    For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action

    Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)

    Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

    Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)

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    LGBTQ+ Charities

    Switchboard LGBT UK

    The Trevor Project - USA and Global

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    Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.
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    9 分
  • Towing the company line - Zachariah Character Deep Dive

    Towing the company line - Zachariah Character Deep Dive
    2025/05/20
    Sandra and Kasey took a little time to discuss an angel that symbolizes middle management and chews scenery with the best of ‘em. He also voiced an iconic line describing the co-dependent relationship of Sam and Dean.They’re talking about Zachariah, one of the baddest baddies to appear on Supernatural. ~~~Reminder ~ “Ride with Pride” fundraiser merch will be available through June 30th, 2025! Once it’s gone, it’s gone!~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:01:18 - Zachariah Deep Dive00:03:59 - Show intro to Zachariah00:08:33 - Towing the company line00:10:12 - A great scenery chewer00:13:24 - Middle management skills don’t work on the Winchesters00:18:04 - Zach is a One-Trick Pony00:19:14 - Point of No Return00:21:51 - Zach’s callback in Lebanon00:26:14 - A great exit00:27:32 - Actor Kurt Fuller00:34:13 - OutroWe're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind the scenes perks!We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.
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    36 分
  • Ramble On - Magdalena

    Ramble On - Magdalena
    2025/05/16

    Podfic Time – “Magdalena” by Impala_Dreamer

    Beka is well-known for her reader-inserts, but don’t discount her abilities to create original, fleshed out characters. This is an angsty, bittersweet story with an OFC and MOC!Dean that was a pleasure to narrate. It made me want to cuddle my murder baby man; bodily harm be damned!

    Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!

    Visit our website at idlingintheimpala.com and find out where to listen to ALL our Ramble Ons.

    ~ Sandra

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    Supernatural Fandom

    Rated Mature

    Dean Winchester/OFC

    Summary:

    The Mark of Cain has Dean doubting even his own thoughts, but there's one place he can go for a moment of peace, one person who can take away the pain... even for one night.
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    27 分
  • “Write what’s in yourself to write.” Interview with SPN FanFic and Original Fiction author, Impala Dreamer

    “Write what’s in yourself to write.” Interview with SPN FanFic and Original Fiction author, Impala Dreamer
    2025/05/13
    Sandra and Kasey chatted with an author creating OFC and reader-insert fics for the SPN fandom since 2016. Beka, known as Impala Dreamer, was one of the first tumblr blogs Sandra followed in 2019. Beka keeps the fandom well supplied, with over 1000 fics to her name, and also writes and publishes original fiction.She indeed lives up to her tumblr tagline: “Smutting People, Writing Angst, A Dreamer’s Business.”Such a fun chat that covered a bunch of topics! Enjoy!You can find Beka and her fics on tumblr and AO3. ~~~Reminder ~ “Ride with Pride” fundraiser merch will be available through June 30th, 2025! Once it’s gone, it’s gone!~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind the scenes perks!We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.~~~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:03:19 - When did Beka get into Supernatural?00:05:52 - Dean in the water should keep you hooked00:07:03 - Beka truly connected with SPN00:09:36 - Beka’s favorite brother00:14:30 - A beast in bed00:16:22 - What kept Beka coming back to the show?00:19:40 - A season you could give up and never watch again00:24:29 - Beka likes the Brits00:27:41 - Favorite supporting characters00:30:07 - Does Beka binge or consume SPN buffet style?00:30:35 - Mystery Spot00:39:04 - The start of fanfiction for Beka00:42:19 - How the community built up on tumblr00:43:29 - Reader-Insert focus00:44:12 - How does Beka decide whether it’s an OC or Reader-Insert story00:48:35 - tumblr skews reader-insert00:52:13 - Creative social spaces, reader reactions, and the goal of writing01:04:48 - When does Beka find the time to write?01:05:19 - Following Jensen for character inspiration01:08:31 - Fave fanfic tropes01:16:17 - Does Beka have a fave fic she’s written?01:18:46 - How down the research rabbit hole can Beka get?01:25:35 - Favorite SPN Authors01:31:51 - Beka’s original fiction01:47:11 - Is Beka a Plotter or a Pantser?01:48:49 - Happy endings in original fiction?01:50:53 - Highlighting a handful of Beka’s fanfics01:57:56 - Fiction isn’t reality02:08:29 - Kasey’s questions02:11:42 - Writing words of wisdom02:19:57 - Final thoughts and outro
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    2 時間 25 分
  • Sandra and Kasey’s Writing Challenge Updates

    Sandra and Kasey’s Writing Challenge Updates
    2025/05/06
    Sandra and Kasey thought it was time for a WIP update. They’ve both been busy tying some stories up into neat little bows and representing the love of their favorite Winchester brother. Listen to them bang and bing away. As always, massive thanks to those in the fandom community who offer creatives the chance to shine in an array of challenges and collaborations!Reminder ~ “Ride with Pride” fundraiser merch will be available through June 30th, 2025! Once it’s gone, it’s gone!~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind the scenes perks!We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.~~~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:04:46 - Wash. Rinse. Repeat.00:16:20 - Sandra and Kasey differ with their WIPs00:17:55 - Pets4Punks00:33:54 - The ABCs of Julie and Dean00:38:00 - What challenges has Kasey signed up for?00:41:16 - Kasey’s story for the SamWin JarPad Big Bang00:45:31 - Know Thyself01:00:30 - And then along came a JarPad Bingo01:19:36 - Outro
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    1 時間 22 分
  • The Worst One-Off Characters in Supernatural

    The Worst One-Off Characters in Supernatural
    2025/04/29
    It’s another ranking episode! Not too long ago, Sandra and Kasey picked some of the best one-off characters in Supernatural, and that got them thinking… why not pick some of the worst? The guidelines were as strict as last time: a character could only appear in one episode of Supernatural.Have a listen and see if you agree with Sandra and Kasey’s picks. Well, mainly Sandra’s. Kasey may not have done the assignment and copied Sandra’s work.Reminder ~ “Ride with Pride” fundraiser merch will be available through June 30th, 2025! Once it’s gone, it’s gone!~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind the scenes perks!We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.~~~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:01:08 - The idea of ranking worst one-offs00:05:19 - How Sandra picked her characters00:06:20 - Special Group Episode Award00:11:43 - Searching through the seasons00:12:32 - Season 300:16:06 - Tangent on movie adaptations of King novels00:26:21 - Season 400:28:17 - Season 500:29:45 - Tangent on The Walking Dead00:32:30 - Back to Season 500:34:03 - Tangent on Paris Hilton00:35:03 - Trying to get back to Season 500:37:39 - Season 600:39:16 - Season 700:44:01 - Leave the dogs alone!00:47:16 - Season 800:53:39 - Final pick from Season 1400:56:32 - Outro
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