SUPERSTAR (BUFFY 4x17)

ᴀɴɢᴇʟ𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 1 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 18: “𝑭𝑰𝑽𝑬 𝑩𝒀 𝑭𝑰𝑽𝑬”Fresh off her antics in Sunnydale with Buffy..  Faith arrives in Los Angeles and is contracted by Wolfram & Hart to take out Angel. As she draws him into her game and a brutally violent confrontation, Angel discovers that beneath her aggression lies a desperate need for something far more personal, something that could finally put an end to her suffering.This week, we’re covering the Angel episode I’ve been dying to get to as we talk the first part of Faith’s arc. We get into the surprise Angel Investigations has at her arrival, considering nobody from the Sunnydale gang thought to give them a heads up. Courtney shares her thoughts on where Faith is now compared to where we last saw her on Buffy, and we talk about just how devastating it is to see her reach a point where she wants Angel to kill her because she can’t live with herself or what she’s done. We also get into the flashbacks into Angels past with him becoming ensouled and how that is pivotal in creating a mirror to Faiths redemption arc beginning and finally how Wolfram & Hart has gotten so fed up with Angel their making their moves against him!Let us know what you all think of this one. I KNOW YOU LOVE IT, but what did you think of it on your first watch?Do you think Faith would have actually killed Wesley? Do you think Wesley would have killed her? And what did you make of Angel refusing to play into Faith's game? She spends this entire episode trying to provoke someone into punishing her, but Angel refuses to give her the easy way out. What do you think that says about him, and what Faith actually needs in this moment? And of course, that final scene. Are you just as obsessed with it as I am? Watching Faith finally break down and allow herself to be vulnerable in front of Angel is such a powerful payoff to everything we've seen her put herself through in this episode.Share your thoughts. Send us a DM over on IG- revamped_rewatchpodcast or email us at [email protected] 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!

ʙᴜғғʏ ᴛʜᴇ ᴠᴀᴍᴘɪʀᴇ sʟᴀʏᴇʀ𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 4 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 18: “𝑾𝑯𝑬𝑹𝑬 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑾𝑰𝑳𝑫 𝑻𝑯𝑰𝑵𝑮𝑺 𝑨𝑹𝑬”Buffy and Riley’s relationship reaches a new level of intensity when their constant lovemaking awakens the tortured spirits haunting Rileys residence- Lowell House. As the house descends into supernatural chaos, the Scoobies must uncover its dark history and find a way to save Buffy and Riley before the spirits drain them completely.Wild things are definitely happening, and this might be the most sexual energy we’ve seen on the show so far. We get into the absurdity of Buffy and Riley’s constant need to get it on, especially when you consider the poltergeist children at the center of the episode and their repressed emotions. Our favorite couple clearly isn’t suffering from the same problem. We also give Xander and Anya their flowers as a duo, even if they spend half their time at each other’s throats.By the end, we can understand why this episode gets so much hate, but we ultimately land on the side that it’s a good watch. That said, it’s probably not one we’re eager to revisit for the podcast anytime soon.Does this one rank as worst ever in your eyes? Do you like the concept of poltergeist infested homes? What do we think of Xander and Anyas relationship drama in this one? LET US KNOW, Send us an email at [email protected] or send us a DM 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!

ᴀɴɢᴇʟ𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 1 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 17: “𝑬𝑻𝑬𝑹𝑵𝑰𝑻𝒀”When a famous actress turns to Angel for protection from a dangerous stalker, he finds himself drawn into her increasingly desperate struggle to hold onto her fading career. But when Rebecca discovers Angel's secret, her fear of growing older leads her to make a choice that puts them and everyone else in danger.Join us for this week’s DRAMATIZED SOAP OPERA as we shine the light on Rebecca Lowell one last time before her career ends… and possibly her life. We unpack the risks she takes and her inadvertent release of ANGELUS, who wastes absolutely no time stealing the spotlight right out from under her ass. We both appreciate how the show brings Angel’s darker side to the forefront, revisiting its vampiric roots with a sinister new edge. Brandon even draws comparisons to Ford’s deception in Buffy’s “Lie to Me” from Season 2. And Cordelia? Let’s just say the performance that truly counts isn’t the one at the beginning, but the one that leaves its mark in the end. As thrilling episodes go, this one hits the mark for us!What do you think of Rebeccas manipulations and tactics to achieve what she desires. Did you like this way of teasing ANGELUS’ return? Do you think Cordelia is a competitor against angel for worlds best actor when it counts? Let us know by sending us a DM over on IG- revamped_rewatchpodcast or email us at [email protected] 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!

ʙᴜғғʏ ᴛʜᴇ ᴠᴀᴍᴘɪʀᴇ sʟᴀʏᴇʀ𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 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— [email protected] 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!

ᴀɴɢᴇʟ𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 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 @ [email protected] 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!

ʙᴜғғʏ ᴛʜᴇ ᴠᴀᴍᴘɪʀᴇ sʟᴀʏᴇʀ𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 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!

ᴀɴɢᴇʟ𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 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 @ [email protected] 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”ʙᴜғғʏ ᴛʜᴇ ᴠᴀᴍᴘɪʀᴇ sʟᴀʏᴇʀ𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 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 [email protected] 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!

ᴀɴɢᴇʟ𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 1 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 14 “𝑰’𝑽𝑬 𝑮𝑶𝑻 𝒀𝑶𝑼 𝑼𝑵𝑫𝑬𝑹 𝑴𝒀 𝑺𝑲𝑰𝑵” ft. Chris Birch (BUFFYDOOD)After Cordelia receives a vision of a young boy in danger, Angel and Wesley investigate his troubled family and uncover signs of a powerful demon. But as they attempt to free the boy from its possession, a much darker truth begins to emerge.OH MY GOD! This one!Join us along with Chris as we talk about the not-so-demonically-possessed Ryan and how his character is equal parts terrifying yet relatable, how eerie it is that a demon was actually fearful of him, and how much we enjoy the multiple bait-and-switches this manipulative episode throws at us!Listen to Chris and Courtney’s complete despise of Ryan’s mother, how surprising the dad’s arc was, and how all three of us love the humor Cordelia brings this episode... but maybe not so much her brownies.This one is completely unhinged and hilarious in the best way!Let us know what you think of this one.. Do you enjoy it? How do you feel about psycho ass Ryan? What are your thoughts on the evolution of Wesley so far? Email us [email protected] or by messaging us on IG and sending a DM to @revamped_rewatchpodcastFollow Chris over on instagram @Buffydood where you can keep up with his adorable Buffyverse art and all the new things he has coming up! 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 sʟᴀʏᴇʀ𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 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!