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Denim-wrapped Nightmares, a Supernatural podcastSupernatural Music Extravaganza: Convention Carolers - Rob Benedict & Jason Manns UnwrappedHave a Holly Jolly Christmas... with Denim-wrapped Nightmares, In Defense of Fandom, and two guys talking about their musical journey!In this first installment of the Supernatural Music Extravaganza's Artist on Artist series (aka "SPNception"), Rob Benedict and Jason Manns unwrap the gift that keeps on giving: their unlikely musical empire built on the back of a TV show about two guys with shotguns. Consider this your Christmas present from the Supernatural music family!Jason reflects on those early convention days when he'd perform for crowds wondering "Who's the big guy?" (spoiler: he...
2025-12-2348 min
In Defense of FandomSupernatural Music Extravaganza: The Family Business - Supporting Local MusiciansOur collaboration special between Denim-wrapped Nightmares and In Defense of Fandom continues with hosts Sadie, LA, and Berly exploring the world of Supernatural-inspired music—because apparently, watching two gorgeous brothers hunt monsters for 15 seasons wasn't enough.
Opening its doors in 2018, Family Business Beer Company was a Texas hill country retreat where visitors could drink craft brews, enjoy tasty pizza, and see local live music. Although the brewery’s physical location has since closed, its legacy lives on through the musicians who performed there.
Night Parade, a classic rock and pop m...
2025-12-161h 08
Trek Marry KillTNG: "Power Play" (s5e15) with Geekscape's Sadie WitkowskiGHOSTS AND HOSTAGES. Bryan is joined by Sadie Witkowski of Geekscape's In Defense of Fandom podcast to decide if the episode where Troi, Data, and O'Brien are possessed by the "ghosts" of a long lost ship is a TREK, MARRY, or KILL.
The grades begin at (33:30).
Check out In Defense of Fandom here:
In Defense of Fandom - Podcast - Apple Podcasts
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2025-12-091h 24
Denim-wrapped Nightmares, a Supernatural podcastSupernatural Music Extravaganza: Driver Picks the Music - Fan Artists Take Center StageIn this special collaboration episode between Denim-wrapped Nightmares and In Defense of Fandom, hosts LA, Berly, and Sadie dive deep into the world of Supernatural-inspired music—because apparently, watching two gorgeous brothers hunt monsters for 15 seasons wasn't enough.FEATURED ARTISTS:🎵 Jackson Taylor explains how a freak accident and Dean Winchester literally saved his life. Nothing says "casual fan" quite like collecting SPN merch, writing multiple songs, and creating an entire anime project. He's not a fanboy though. Definitely not. 🔗https://www.officialjacksontaylor.com/🎵 Angel and the Deathlights discuss the...
2025-12-091h 16
In Defense of FandomSupernatural Music Extravaganza: Backstage Pass - The Crew's Turn in the SpotlightEver wonder what happens when a TV show's crew forms a band? We got answers from two members of The Impalas - Supernatural's incredibly talented crew band that rocked wrap parties and even appeared as the Roadhouse band in an actual episode.
Jim Michaels (Producer) reveals that crew bands are a TV tradition, explains The Impalas' "full-time crew members only" rule, and shares how their drummer was SO good that recording studios started hiring him. Also confirmed: Jensen Ackles is annoyingly talented at everything.
Brad Creasser (Camera Operator/Saxophonist) played with the band despite being "...
2025-12-021h 22
Denim-wrapped Nightmares, a Supernatural podcastSupernatural Music Extravaganza: Splitting the Score - Two Composers, One Iconic SoundtrackWelcome to the ultimate SPN music nerd-out! This Denim-wrapped Nightmares and In Defense of Fandom crossover dives deep into the sonic world of Supernatural with the dynamic duo behind the show's iconic score: composers Christopher Lennertz and Jay Gruska.Chris and Jay split scoring duties for all 15 years (yes, really—they alternated episodes like the world's most functional musical marriage), and they spill all the secrets: from creating the beloved "Americana" family theme to writing horror music that could pivot to comedy faster than Dean Winchester can inhale a slice of pie.Discover how these fr...
2025-11-251h 35
In Defense of FandomSupernatural Music Extravaganza: More Than Background Music - Creating the Convention ExperienceWelcome to episode two of the Denim Wrapped Nightmares and In Defensive Fandom crossover! This episode dives deep into the sonic soul of Supernatural—from the classic rock that made us fall in love with the show to the music keeping the fandom alive today.
Billy Moran - Guitarist for Louden Swain, Billy was actually a Supernatural fan BEFORE he joined Rob Benedict's band. Discover how a Flash website with a virtual car radio led him to the show, why he had to learn 70 classic rock songs (spoiler: he didn't), and the origin story of the mysteriously na...
2025-11-181h 18
In Defense of FandomSupernatural Music Extravaganza: A Mixtape 20 Years in the Making - Meet your co-hostsSadie, along with Denim-wrapped Nightmare's Berly and LA, kick off their massive 10-episode collaboration celebrating the 20th anniversary of Supernatural by diving into the show's iconic musical legacy. And yes, they interviewed over 20 people for this series because apparently they're all insane.
The episode opens with a power move: Sadie asking Jared and Jensen about Supernatural's music at a convention panel (using Berly's name callout because Berly is a good friend who understands true J2 fandom priorities). From there, the hosts explore why music became so fundamental to the show's DNA—including Eric Kripke almost quitting over th...
2025-11-1140 min
Denim-wrapped Nightmares, a Supernatural podcastSupernatural Music Extravaganza: A Mixtape 20 Years in the Making - Meet your co-hostsBerly and LA of Denim-wrapped Nightmares and In Defense of Fandom's Sadie Witkowski kick off their massive 10-episode collaboration celebrating the 20th anniversary of Supernatural by diving into the show's iconic musical legacy. And yes, they interviewed nearl 20 people for this series because apparently they're all insane.The episode opens with a power move: Sadie asking Jared and Jensen about Supernatural's music at a convention panel (using Berly's name callout because Berly is a good friend who understands true J2 fandom priorities). From there, the hosts explore why music became so fundamental to the show's DNA—including Eri...
2025-11-1140 min
Supernatural OpinionsS05E09: The One Where No One Wins the Sizzler Gift CardKJ and Meredith step into this fandom and convention-centric episode of Supernatural with the help of fandom podcaster Sadie Witkowski (In Defense of Fandom). This episode takes place at a convention and there are some suggestions we’d like to see at the existing Supernatural convention circuits! There’s also some talk about the portrayal of fans in this episode and a deep desire for a Ghostfacers reference and everyone picks who they would cosplay as at this style of Supernatural convention.CW Episode Description: Super fan Becky (guest star Emily Perkins) uses Chuck's (guest star Rob Benedict) phone to t...
2025-11-101h 24
In Defense of FandomPromo: Supernatural Music ExtravaganzaA Mixtape 20 years in the making
In a multi-part Supernatural 20th anniversary special, we’re collaborating with Denim-Wrapped Nightmares to explore music that made the show, music inspired by the show, and music from the show's cast, writers, and crew. We interviewed musicians, crew, and cast members to hear directly from them how important music was (and is!) to the SPN family.
Make sure you subscribe to both feeds to not miss an episode, starting this November!
Subscribe to Denim-Wrapped Nightmares:
https://denimwrappednightmares.buzzsprout.com/...
2025-10-2104 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 6: Digital TwinsWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. This episode is all about Digital Twins. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Karen Willcox professor of aerospace engineering and engineering mechanics at the University of Texas at Austin, Director of the Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, and external faculty member...
2025-10-1333 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 6: Digital TwinsWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. This episode is all about Digital Twins. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Karen Willcox professor of aerospace engineering and engineering mechanics at the University of Texas at Austin, Director of the Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, and external faculty member...
2025-10-1333 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 5: Computation ImagingWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. This episode is all about Computation Imaging. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Rebecca Willett the Worah Family Professor of Statistics and Computer Science in the Wallman Society of Fellows at the University of Chicago, Stanley Chan Elmore Professor of Electrical and Computer...
2025-09-2546 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 5: Computation ImagingWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. This episode is all about Computation Imaging. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Rebecca Willett the Worah Family Professor of Statistics and Computer Science in the Wallman Society of Fellows at the University of Chicago, Stanley Chan Elmore Professor of Electrical and Computer...
2025-09-2546 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 4: Materials ScienceWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. Our first episode is all about Computation Medicine. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Danny Perez, a staff scientist at Los Alamos National Lab in New Mexico, Logan Ward, a PhD computational scientist, and Jason Hattrick-Simpers, a professor of material science and engineering...
2025-09-1147 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 4: Materials ScienceWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. Our first episode is all about Computation Medicine. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Danny Perez, a staff scientist at Los Alamos National Lab in New Mexico, Logan Ward, a PhD computational scientist, and Jason Hattrick-Simpers, a professor of material science and engineering...
2025-09-1147 min
In Defense of FandomBonus: Interview with Meghan FitzmartinHere's another bonus episode while I work on the next season!
A conversation with writer of television, animation, comics, and audio: Meghan Fitzmartin. And for my fellow SPN family out there, you will recognize her name as first a writers assistant for Supernatural to a staffed writer in the final season, penning the episodes Piece of Mind and Drag Me Away (From You).
More on Meghan and her upcoming comic, Mary Sue:
https://www.boom-studios.com/archives/first-look-mary-sue-1/
https://bleedingcool.com/comics/scoop-mary-sue-a-new-comic-by-meghan-fitzmartin-from-boom-studios/
https://www.meghanfitzmartin...
2025-09-1059 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 3: Fusion EnergyWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. Our third episode is all about Fusion Energy. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Andrew Christlieb, Professor of mathematics and computational science and engineering at Michigan State University and director for the Center of Hierarchical and Robust Modeling for Non-Equilibrium Transport, and Cristina...
2025-08-2936 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 3: Fusion EnergyWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. Our third episode is all about Fusion Energy. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Andrew Christlieb, Professor of mathematics and computational science and engineering at Michigan State University and director for the Center of Hierarchical and Robust Modeling for Non-Equilibrium Transport, and Cristina...
2025-08-2936 min
In Defense of FandomBonus: SDCC Post Con-versationThis conversation with fellow Geekscapists is a post-San Diego Comic Con(versation) covering press passes to running activation booths to attending as a panelist!
Check out the other Geekscape Podcasts & Projects:
Jonathan London: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/geekscapeforever/hero-of-the-prophecy-1-a-pro-wrestling-comedic-fantasy
Christian Bladt: https://www.weirdalgorithmpodcast.com/
Tessa Markle: https://www.femmeregard.com/
Katie Hampton: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marvel-movie-talk/id1699318146, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/napping-through-happy-hour/id1628046345, https://www.chicagobacon.com/internet-supreme-court
Editorial Support by Dr. Anna...
2025-08-261h 22
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 2: Computation MedicineWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. Our first episode is all about Computation Medicine. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Yixiang Deng assistant professor at the University of Delaware in Department of Computer and Information Sciences and Fides Schwartz a radiologist at the Brigham and Women's Hospital focusing on...
2025-08-1434 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 2: Computation MedicineWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. Our first episode is all about Computation Medicine. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Yixiang Deng assistant professor at the University of Delaware in Department of Computer and Information Sciences and Fides Schwartz a radiologist at the Brigham and Women's Hospital focusing on...
2025-08-1434 min
In Defense of FandomBonus: Interview with Jerry WanekWhile I’m still working on creating both a special collaboration mini series and mapping out season 4, I wanted to provide you listeners with a special treat!
This episode is an interview with Supernatural's production designer, producer, and occasional director: Jerry Wanek! We talk about his experience working on Supernatural, how the show reflected timeless styles from the iconic motel rooms to the art deco Bunker, and how he relates to the fandom. Oh, and we even go on a little tangent about famed Texas author Larry McMurtry!
Editorial Support by Dr. An...
2025-08-1249 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 1: Quantum Information ScienceWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. Our first episode is all about Quantum Computing and Information Science. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Ben Brown, researcher at IBM Quantum, and Yihui Quek, postdoc at MIT and incoming assistant professor at EPFL, Ecole Polytechnic Federal in Lausanne, for a discussion...
2025-07-3143 min
Carry the TwoEmerging Technologies Episode 1: Quantum Information ScienceWelcome to Carry the Two, the podcast about how math and statistics impact the world around us from the Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation. In this season of Carry the Two we are going to be examining how math and stats is helping scientists, engineers, and industry develop new and emerging technologies. Our first episode is all about Quantum Computing and Information Science. Hosts Sam Hansen and Sadie Witkowski are joined by Ben Brown, researcher at IBM Quantum, and Yihui Quek, postdoc at MIT and incoming assistant professor at EPFL, Ecole Polytechnic Federal in Lausanne, for a discussion...
2025-07-3143 min
FansplainingThe Fandom Advantage: How Fan Creativity Fuels Pro Entertainment CareersFansplaining returned to San Diego Comic-Con this year (our tenth anniversary!) with a fantastic panel of fandom folks who work in pro entertainment careers. There's an audio recording here on our feed, and over at the website: https://www.fansplaining.com/articles/sdcc-2025-the-fandom-advantage You can watch video version as well as read a full transcript. Because the intro to the audio is only on this feed, that's transcribed below. Transcript of intro: Hi everyone! Elizabeth here. I am fresh off San Diego Comic-Con 2025...or not...fresh, but I'm off. [laughing] I got home in the wee hours of yesterday morni...
2025-07-3053 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 3 Bonus: Sadie & Anna answer your questions!With season 3 wrapped, we wanted to see what lingering questions you have about parasocial relationships. Editor Anna Funk joins Sadie on the mic to answer some listener questions and reflect on the season as a whole.
Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @itsdrfunk.bsky.social
Music written & performed by Chris Scott: @Chrispscott
Cover art by Liz Hand: @__ellie
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2025-07-2237 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 3 Episode 6: Benefits, Risks, & the Future of Parasocial RelationshipsIn this final installment of the season, we wrap up final thoughts on the state of celebrity worship, fame, and parasociality. We’ll also hear a bit more about the positive things that we can get out of parasocial relationships, some of the risks to watch out for, and discuss the future of parasociality.
Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @itsdrfunk.bsky.social
Music written & performed by Chris Scott: @Chrispscott
And new music written & performed by August Hotel: @augusthotel
Cover art by Liz Hand: @__ellie
See ful...
2025-07-0932 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 3 Episode 5: Making Parasocial Relationships ReciprocalWe’ve talked about parasocial relationships as a one-way street, but can that ever change? Is there a way for a parasocial bond to become just a regular friendship? What would that even look like?
Hear examples of how parasocial relationships became something more reciprocal, and learn whether that’s likely to be a rare event or something more commonplace.
Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @itsdrfunk.bsky.social
Music written & performed by Chris Scott: @Chrispscott
And new music written & performed by August Hotel: @augusthotel
2025-06-1737 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 3 Episode 4: Modern Celebrity WorshipHas the internet made us all worse at relationships, including the parasocial ones? We’ll talk about the celebrity attitude scale, which measures how intensely an audience member feels about a celebrity, how the internet has changed our media diets, and how online relationships are a blessing and a curse.
Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @itsdrfunk.bsky.social
Music written & performed by Chris Scott: @Chrispscott
And new music written & performed by August Hotel: @augusthotel
Cover art by Liz Hand: @__ellie
See full episode transcript at ww...
2025-06-0326 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 3 Episode 3: Parasocial-AdjacentWhat’s it like to be in-between a celebrity and their fans? What’s it like to have a real relationship with a famous person—and have fans think you might be an access point to that person?
Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @itsdrfunk.bsky.social
Music written & performed by Chris Scott: @Chrispscott
And new music written & performed by August Hotel: @augusthotel
Cover art by Liz Hand: @__ellie
See full episode transcript at www.sadiewit.com
Resources from this episode:
Listen to Nor...
2025-05-2039 minIn Defense of FandomShort Hiatus NoteI'm so sorry for the delay, but I promise you will have a brand-spanking-new episode in your feed in 2 weeks.
In the meantime, support NPR/PBS! Support local journalism! And find ways to give back to your community around you, because this is the only way we're going to make it through. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-05-0603 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 3 Episode 2: The Medium is the MessageExplore how parasocial relationships may, or may not, differ across mediums. I speak with creators in music, podcasting, youtube, and musical threater spaces to hear how each of their experiences are different and yet so similar!Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @itsdrfunk.bsky.socialMusic written & performed by Chris Scott: @ChrispscottAnd new music written & performed by August Hotel: @augusthotelCover art by Liz Hand: @__ellieSee full episode transcript at www.sadiewit.com
2025-04-2254 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 3 Episode 1: Parasocial RelationshipsWhat happens when our minds fixate on an actor or band member or podcaster and we start to see things that aren’t there? When a fan feels so much closer to their idolized famous person than they really are?AKA, What’s the deal with parasocial relationships?Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @DrAnnaFunkMusic written & performed by Chris Scott: @ChrispscottCover art by Liz Hand: @__ellieSee full episode transcript at www.sadiewit.com
2025-04-0827 min
Napping Through Happy HourNapping with Sadie Witkowski! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-04-0759 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 3 Episode 0: Rebroadcast of Carrying WaywardA HUGE thank you to Marie for letting me rebroadcast this lovely conversation with her from March 2024. If you aren't already, you should subscribe to Carrying Wayward for all their excellent episodes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/carrying-wayward-a-supernatural-podcast/id1541257824Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @DrAnnaFunkMusic written & performed by Chris Scott: @ChrispscottCover art by Liz Hand: @__ellie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-03-1849 minIn Defense of FandomBonus: Conversation with Jonathan LondonDon't forget to send me your fan questions! You can reach out via twitter (@SadieWit), instagram (@Sadie_Wit) or my website form (sadiewit.com)Link to Jonathan's Kickstarter: www.herooftheprophecy.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-02-0438 minIn Defense of FandomBonus: LA Fires ReportI catch up with costume designer Jennifer May Nickel regarding the aftermath of the Eaton fire in LA. Jennifer & JP’s gofundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/jp-jennifer-may-nickel-eaton-fire-relief-fund?modal=donations&tab=allRA recovery fund: https://give.randomacts.org/campaign/random-acts-natural-disaster-recovery-fund/c656615Geekscape podcaster’s gofundme: bit.ly/DustinErinCreation Entertainment’s employee, Leticia, gofundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-leticia-serafin-rebuild-after-eaton-fireOther links of interest:Variety story about Jennifer’s experience: https://variety...
2025-01-2156 minIn Defense of FandomFandom Questions: ShaeWhat started as a random question on Bluesky turned into a whole conversation about fandom conventions (and why I seem to go to so many of them). Thank you Shae for agreeing to jump online with me to chat over the winter holidays so that I could answer your question in far more depth than you were expecting.Remember if you have a fan question of your own, you can reach me on insta, X, bluesky, or my website!Curious to learn more about conventions? Here's some interesting links:
2025-01-0718 minIn Defense of FandomFandom Questions: Anna's AnswerToday, we answer Anna’s query!Solution 1: Fifty Shades of Grey is an example of fanfiction that became published as a standalone series.Serialization & Fifty Shades of Grey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzk9N7dJBecSolution 2: Some writers start in fanfiction, but have to leave that world behind so that it doesn’t influence their own, cannon writing (and accidentally steal ideas)How Tamsyn Muir* had to leave the fanfic community behind to avoid being influenced by the fic about HER story: https://www.thisamericanlife.org/811/the...
2024-12-2414 minIn Defense of FandomFandom Questions: Anna FunkWelcome to our experiment! Podcast editor Dr. Anna Funk steps up to the mic to ask a question that's been bubbling in the back of her mind. Listen next week for the reveal of the answer!And do you have a fandom question? Send it out way! Either through twitter DMs (@SadieWit), instagram (@Sadie_Wit), or via the webform at https://www.sadiewit.com/contact-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-12-1711 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 3 Promo & News!We're back! And with some exciting news! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-11-1908 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 2 Episode 10: That's a wrap on EndingsAlright, let's wrap up everything we've learned on endings: from the fan experience to the changes in how TV is made. And of course, we'll try to answer the question of whether we think Supernatural will ever be back for a season 16th.
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Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Mark Hampton: NA
Rob Benedict: @RobBenedict
Jeffery Bell: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0068272/
Craig Titely: @CraigTitley741
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2024-09-1026 minIn Defense of FandomApologies on the DelayHowdy Y'all! I hope to see some of you at the Austin, Texas Supernatural convention this weekend. Please don't feel shy, come say hi to me. I'll have stickers!
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2024-08-1302 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 2 Episode 9: Revivals and RebootsNothing ever really dies in the land of Hollywood! Reboots, revivals, and resurrections are all possible returns of fan favorite shows. Not that fans always want more of the story...
Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Kevin Grazier: @kevingrazier
Matt Kelly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saintmort/
Gabe Garza: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4509179/?ref_=ttfc_fc_wr6
Paul Booth: @pbooth81
El...
2024-07-3028 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 2 Episode 8: Covid's effect on the Supernatural finaleSpring of 2020 was a rough time for basically every industry, and television was no different. COVID-19 restrictions changed the way that television was made and what could be possible; unfortunately, this was at the perfect moment to completely alter the ending of Supernatural.
9:55 and onward contains spoilers for the last 3 episodes of Supernatural, so beware!
Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Rob Benedict: @RobBenedict
Ric...
2024-07-1634 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 2 Episode 7: The elephant in the room - Supernatural’s FinaleLook, this is the episode we all knew I was going to do. I can't talk about endings without talking about the different perspectives on Supernatural's finale. Lynn Zubernis joins me for a conversation on the last season, the last episodes, and how different fans interpreted the ending vastly differently from each other.
Spoiler Warnings! Want to avoid all spoilers? Use these timestamps to skip them completely:
Well... in this conversation you wont be able to. Lynn and I discuss multiple aspects of the Supernatural finale, from the general arc of the season t...
2024-07-021h 08In Defense of FandomSeason 2 Episode 6: When the shows not overNot all shows end. Or, at least they don't conform to what we tend to think of as an ending. This episode is an exploration of three short vignettes.
Oh! And no need to worry about a spoiler during this episode!
Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Mark Hampton:
Maggie O'Connor: @maggie.in.the.middle
Katie Hampton: @ElSassyPants
Rebecca W...
2024-06-1835 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 2 Mid-season Bonus: Conversation with Ben Edlund
I’m taking a short break to get caught up on writing the scripts for the second half of the season. But, I didn’t want to leave your podcast playlist empty, so I decided to share this conversation I had back in early May with writer, cartoonist, and TV director Ben Edlund!
Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom
Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @DrAnnaFunk
Music written & performed by Chris Scott: @Chrispscott
Cover art by Liz Hand: @__ellie
Additional Links of Interest:
Vonn...
2024-06-0450 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 2 Episode 5: Surprise cancellations vs planned conclusionsTV creators face the unique challenge of not knowing how long a particular show will last. Knowing if you’ll have 13 episodes or 13 seasons can radically alter how they’re able to approach the end, but it's a rarity to know when a show has reached the end of the road.
*NOTE: Steph Dizon is no longer employed with Creation Entertainment*
Spoiler Warnings! Want to avoid all spoilers? Use these timestamps to skip them completely:
ALF: 6:07-7:07
The Flash: 17:33-20:52
The Avengers: 23:05-23:44
A...
2024-05-2132 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 2 Episode 4: Sitcoms and story arcsDoes it matter if the show is more episodic vs narrative for how the ending is perceived by the fandom? How much does a show have to set up in earlier seasons to earn its payoff at the end? Let’s talk about TJLC, or The JohnLock Conspiracy in BBC’s Sherlock fandom, and the Chekov’s gun that was the premise for How I Met Your Mother.
Spoiler Warnings! Want to avoid all spoilers? Use these timestamps to skip them completely:
How I met your mother: 8:51-11:50
Sherloc...
2024-05-0732 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 2 Episode 3: Fanfiction fixit data**CLARIFICATION**
First, in this episode I said that Banana Fish has the highest percentage of works tagged fix it. Although Toast did their best to pull a representative sample, we still can’t say Banana Fish is definitively the top show in this metric. There could well be other fandoms with even higher percentage, but that weren’t captured in that review.
Second, I misspoke and implied that tag wranglers on AO3 add tags to works. That’s not accurate. Wranglers organize tags and sometimes create metatags that can be used to search or filter for su...
2024-04-2327 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 2 Episode 2: Putting my theory to the testI have a little theory about TV endings. Good endings are fondly remembered, bad endings kill fandoms, and divisive endings make them stick around forever (to argue!). So, am I actually right? Let’s find out…
Spoiler Warnings!
Want to avoid all spoilers? Use these timestamps to skip them completely:
Avatar the Last Airbender: 7:37-8:30
Dexter: 11:16-11:40
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Have thoughts on TV endings? I want to hear them!
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2024-04-0928 minIn Defense of FandomSeason 2 Episode 1: What makes a TV ending?New season, new topic!
This season, we’re talking about how television shows bring their stories to a close, and how that affects the fandom. We’ll talk about great endings and terrible endings. Shows that got to go out on their own terms and shows that were canceled, only to later be revived in a new format.
And of course, there will be discussion about the ending of Supernatural. A LOT of discussion.
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Have thoughts on TV end...
2024-03-2625 min
Carrying Wayward: A Supernatural PodcastWayward Conversation: Parasocial Relationships in the SPN Fandom with Dr. Sadie WitkowskiIn this special discussion, Marie is joined by Dr. Sadie Witkowski of In Defense of Fandom to discuss parasocial relationships in the SPN fandom.Sadie’s twitter: https://twitter.com/SadieWitIn Defense Of Fandom: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/in-defense-of-fandom/id1674695211 - Episode 1 of Season 2 dropping March 26th! Support us on Ko-fi or Patreon: carryingwayward.com---Audio provided by zapsplat.com
2024-03-2244 minIn Defense of FandomBonus 5: Writing on The WinchestersI was so excited to meet Gabe at San Diego Comic Con last summer! He graciously agreed to an interview for this little podcast, all about his experiences writing for The Winchesters.
Tell me your thoughts on shows ending: https://forms.gle/d2KGqChpietazZh29
Definitely stick around to the end where he answers some fan questions that I collected!
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Thanks to Gabe Gonzalez for sharing his time and insights. You can find...
2024-02-061h 26In Defense of FandomBonus 4: The Costumes of Gotham KnightsWhile I assumed costume designers would have a heyday with Halloween, it turns out costumers just want to dress others up - not themselves. At least, that’s according to costume designer Jennifer May Nickel. For this bonus episode, I’m bringing you a conversation with the costume designer from Gotham Knights!
Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @DrAnnaFunk
Music written & performed by Chris Scott: @Chrispscott
Cover art by Liz Hand: @__ellie
Additional Links of Interest:
Jennifer May Nickel: @jennifermaydesigns, @JMNDesigns, https://www.imdb.com/name/nm...
2023-10-3139 minIn Defense of FandomBonus 3: Family Business Beer CompanyWhat’s it like to be on the other side of fandom, when you’re not the famous one? And how does having a famous family member affect a non-fandom business? Family Business Beer Co CEO Gino has seen it all. It turns out when fandom and ‘normies’ mix, you get all sorts of stories.
Stay tuned for a unique contest at the end!
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Competition Details:
Send your best, your weirdest, your most creative fa...
2023-10-1730 min
Carry the TwoCarry the Two Farewell (for now)Find our transcript here: LINK
Follow more of IMSI’s work: www.IMSI.institute, (twitter) @IMSI_institute, (mastodon) https://sciencemastodon.com/@IMSI, (instagram) IMSI.institute
Follow Sadie Witkowski: https://www.sadiewit.com/, @SadieWit
This episode was audio engineered by Tyler Damme.
Music by Blue Dot Sessions.
The Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation (IMSI) is funded by NSF grant DMS-1929348.
2023-09-1906 min
Carry the TwoCarry the Two Farewell (for now)Find our transcript here: LINK
Follow more of IMSI’s work: www.IMSI.institute, (twitter) @IMSI_institute, (mastodon) https://sciencemastodon.com/@IMSI, (instagram) IMSI.institute
Follow Sadie Witkowski: https://www.sadiewit.com/, @SadieWit
This episode was audio engineered by Tyler Damme.
Music by Blue Dot Sessions.
The Institute for Mathematical and Statistical Innovation (IMSI) is funded by NSF grant DMS-1929348.
2023-09-1906 minIn Defense of FandomBonus 2: WGA/SAG Strike & Personal UpdateSPN Family shows up to help picket for fair contracts for both the WGA (writers guild of america) and SAG (screen actors guild). Oh, and a small personal update.
Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Eric Kripke: @therealKripke
Kaelee
Rhiannon
Ben Edlund: @ben_edlund
Misha Collins: @mishacollins
Valeria
Dean
Shanda: @shandataber
Editorial Sup...
2023-09-1217 min
Breaking The Facts: The Art of ScicommThe Need Of Scicomm More Than EverAs I begin the season four of Breaking the Facts, I would like to take a moment to appreciate how far we have come as a community. Now heard over 19+ nations, I wanted to expand upon my calling as a former undergrad at IISER Mohali - science communication. For my first episode I have Dr. Sadie Witkowski, a passionate scientist with a PhD in psychology from Northwestern University who specializes in brain cognition and memory consolidation through sleep.
A dedicated science communicator, Sadie's compelling articles grace popular outlets, while her insights on science storytelling captivate audiences at...
2023-08-0727 minIn Defense of FandomBonus 1: Fan Origin StoriesThe first season may be over, but we aren’t done yet!
In this first bonus episode, hear some of the voices from across the season tell their stories of how they discovered Supernatural and what hooked them on the show, and the fandom.
Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Shontill: @abeautifulswan
Lynn Zubernis: @FangasmSPN
Liz Hand: @__ellie
Alana King: @_Alana...
2023-08-0130 minIn Defense of FandomEpisode 8: Conventions (& Conclusions)Somehow we’ve come to the end of this road trip, and we’re bringing things back to where it all started. In this final episode of season one, we reflect on the SPN family and how conventions play a major role as a “family reunion” for fans across the world.
It seems Bobby wasn’t just referring to the Winchesters when he said that, family don’t end in blood.
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Thanks to the voices you heard in thi...
2023-06-2745 minIn Defense of FandomEpisode 7: CharityThe SPN Family doesn’t just support each other. Fans and cast alike have started campaigns, founded nonprofits, and committed charitable acts to support both those in the community and the world beyond. In this episode, learn about the international impact of the Supernatural Fandom.
Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom
Oh! And don’t forget to perform an Act of Kindness with Random Acts: https://www.randomacts.org/acts/
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in ord...
2023-06-1349 minIn Defense of FandomEpisode 6: CommunityWe’ve spent quite a bit of time on the creativity of the SPN Family, and now we’ve even talked about the darkside. But in this episode, let’s hear how fandom studies has grown as a field and how community aspects of fandom have come to the fore.
Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Lynn Zubernis: @FangasmSPN
Shawn Taylor: https://www.shawntaylor.net/bio
Jules (S...
2023-05-3022 minIn Defense of FandomEpisode 5: DarksideAs much as we’d like to believe that fandom is all supporting each other’s nerdy interests, that’s not always the case. What are some of the pitfalls of fandom? And which are specific to SPN Family? Let’s find out.
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Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Chris Scott: @Chrispscott
Cassie Scott: @itscassiescott
Shawn Taylor: https://www.shawntaylor.net/bio
Dani: @lotrspnfangirl
Marie...
2023-05-1637 minIn Defense of FandomEpisode 4.5: VideoEnjoy this mini-episode while I take a mini-break to work on the second half of this season! In this episode, we’re taking a peek at video, youtube, and a very short discussion on TikTok.
Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Alana King: @_AlanaKing_
Chris Scott: https://www.instagram.com/chrispscott/
Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @DrAnnaFunk
Music...
2023-05-0214 minIn Defense of FandomEpisode 4: AudioWelcome to my world, the world of audio! In this episode, we hear from podcasters, a podficcer, and even some musicians you might just recognize.
Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Jeremy, Monster of the Week podcast: @MOTWcast
Marie, Carrying Wayward podcast: @maryturner_
Steven Hein, SPN Then and Now podcast: @StevenHein, @SPNthenandnow
Katie, podfic podcast: @DustyLCanon, https://t.co/fEwiqpTtg8
Billy Moran, Lo...
2023-04-1838 minIn Defense of FandomEpisode 3: ArtI may not be a native of Tumblr, but I thoroughly enjoyed learning about how the platform helped launch the careers of multiple fan artists! And let’s not forget to include our SPN convention ‘photogs’ in this episode examining the visual world of fandom.
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Jackie Dee (Winchester Reload): @JackieDeeArt
Liz: @__ellie
Lizlee: @lizleeships
Scout: @scoutstiel
Wayward Girl Photography: @WaywardGrlPhoto
DitchLilyTiger: @DitchLilyTiger
Editorial Support by Dr. A...
2023-04-0433 minIn Defense of FandomEpisode 2: WritingIn this episode, we explore the written world of SPN Family. Which, yes, does include a deep dive into fan fiction.
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Jenn: @rupertgayes
Jen: @jenjld71
Northern Sparrow: @NorthernSprw
CastielsLostWings: @caslostwings
Lynn Zubernis: @FangasmSPN
Nightsky: @Lsangel2
Editorial Support by Dr. Anna Funk: @itsdrfunk
Music was composed and performed by Chris Scott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-scott-83371925/
Production assistance from Sean E...
2023-03-2141 minIn Defense of FandomEpisode 1: Why SupernaturalWelcome to the first episode of In Defense of Fandom! We’ll be exploring the world of fan creativity, using Supernatural as a lens. In particular, over the course of this short series I hope to show how SPN Family, as the Supernatural fans are known, display a strong sense of creativity, community, and collaboration.
I really hope you enjoy this labor of love.
Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance):
Daniel Regueira (@DanielsANerd)
Francisco (@fmaravilphd)
Kaitlyn Tiffany (as read...
2023-03-0724 minIn Defense of FandomComing Soon: In Defense of FandomWelcome to the promo for In Defense of Fandom! This is just an introduction to the show, and episode 1 will be available March 7th (to celebrate the end of S1 of The Winchesters!).
Make sure to hit subscribe so you don’t miss out!
https://youtu.be/M0QhgQ-g4C0
Sarah Z video on Destielgate
Voices heard in this episode/promo (in order):
Jenn: @rupertgayes (twitter)
Robin: @caslostwings (twitter)
Dani: @lotrspnfangirl (twitter)
Liz: @__ellie (twitter)
Shaw...
2023-02-2805 min
Short WaveConfessions Of A Math ConvertMath is a complex, beautiful language that can help people understand the world. And sometimes math is hard! Science communicator Sadie Witkowski says the key to making math your friend is to foster your own curiosity and shed the fear of sounding dumb. That's the guiding principle behind her podcast, Carry the Two and it's today's show: Embracing all math has to offer without the fear of failure. We encore this episode in between Carry the Two's seasons - their second one starts on January 3, 2023!This episode was produced by Berly McCoy, edited by Rebecca Ramirez and fact...
2022-12-2012 min
Short WaveConfessions Of A Math ConvertMath is a complex, beautiful language that can help people understand the world. And sometimes math is hard! Science communicator Sadie Witkowski says the key to making math your friend is to foster your own curiosity and shed the fear of sounding dumb. That's the guiding principle behind her podcast, Carry the Two and it's today's show: Embracing all math has to offer without the fear of failure. We encore this episode in between Carry the Two's seasons - their second one starts on January 3, 2023!This episode was produced by Berly McCoy, edited by Rebecca Ramirez and fact...
2022-12-2012 min
Short WaveCarry The Two: Making Audio Magic With MathMath is a complex, beautiful language that can help us understand the world. And sometimes ... math is also hard! Science communicator Sadie Witkowski says the key to making math your friend is to foster your own curiosity. That's the guiding principle behind her new podcast, Carry the Two. It's also today's show: Embracing all math has to offer without the fear of failure. --------Callout time! Do you have a favorite space fact? Send it to us in a voice memo in 20 seconds or less. Include your name and location, and email it to shortwave@npr...
2022-08-0813 min
Short WaveCarry The Two: Making Audio Magic With MathMath is a complex, beautiful language that can help us understand the world. And sometimes ... math is also hard! Science communicator Sadie Witkowski says the key to making math your friend is to foster your own curiosity. That's the guiding principle behind her new podcast, Carry the Two. It's also today's show: Embracing all math has to offer without the fear of failure. --------Callout time! Do you have a favorite space fact? Send it to us in a voice memo in 20 seconds or less. Include your name and location, and email it to shortwave@npr...
2022-08-0813 min
In the SpotlightBonus Episode: Why Should Scientists Care About Science Communication?In this season 1 BONUS episode, we're trying to get at the elephant in the room: why should scientists even care about science communication? 5 very special guests in science communication come to answer this question: Danni Washington, science communicator, TV host, and podcaster (@danniwashington)Dr. Sadie Witkowski, science writer and podcaster (@SadieWit)Dr. Shannon O'Dell, science comedian and podcaster (@Shodell)Dr. Yarrow Axford, professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Northwestern University (@yarrowaxford)Prof. Patti Wolter, professor of Journalism at Northwestern University (@Plwolter)If you listen...
2021-06-1752 min
Texas Taekwondo - In the Coach's CornerS1E9 - Andrea, Josh, and DOCTOR Sadie PhD in the house!!Andrea Wilson, Josh Kivlovitz, and newly-minted DOCTOR Sadie Witkowski Ph.D. share with Coach Mike their memories of Texas Taekwondo, their experiences creating Kicks for Kids (K4K), and what they are up to these days.From Houston, Texas, Andrea Wilson started in karate at the YMCA before joining Texas Taekwondo in 2012 where she was an officer from 2013-2016. She now lives in Austin, Texas.From Houston, Texas, Josh Kivlovitz trained in taekwondo with Grandmaster Y.D. Park and was president of Texas Taekwondo from 2013-2015. He now lives in Salt Lake City, Utah.
2020-04-301h 05
PhDrinkingRole ReversalAfter 6 years, 116 pages, and 29,379 words- I was officially made Sadie Witkowski, PhD! I thought the appropriate way to celebrate such a momentous occasion was to flip the show on its head so that I can share a bit about the work I've conducted throughout grad school.
Suggested Reading:
My lab's work with TMR: https://aeon.co/ideas/how-sound-and-smell-cues-can-enhance-learning-while-you-sleep
Video covering basic TMR: https://youtu.be/OLeMUukpID0
The science behind lucid dreaming: https://www.illinoisscience.org/2018/03/the-science-of-lucid-dreaming/
Journal article looking forward towards new research: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352154620300073
Follow Katie Wu: @KatherineJWu, katherinejwu.com
Follow me: PhDrinking...
2020-04-2749 min
This Past Weekend w/ Theo VonSadie Hawkins | This Past Weekend #243Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Intro “Celebrate” - Spencer Jacob http://bit.ly/Celebrate_SpencerJacob Outro “Makin’ It” - Bishop Gunn http://bit.ly/MakinIt_BishopGunn ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- New Merch https://theovonstore.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This episode is brought to you by Skillshare Visit https://Skillshare.com/TheoVon to try 2 months of unlimited classes for FREE Manscaped Visit https://manscaped.com/ and use code THEO for 20% off and free shipping ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hit the Hotline 985-664-9503 Video Hotline Upload here: http://bit.ly/TPW_VideoHotline ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https...
2019-11-111h 35
Center for Talent Development at Northwestern UniversitySadie Witkowski on her Podcast, PhDrinkingNorthwestern PhD student, Sadie Witkowski, explains the idea behind her graduate student focused podcast, PhDrinking. She discusses the role of graduate students in society today, and how important it is to recognize the discoveries they're making. Read more at ctd.northwester.edu/newsletters.
2018-08-1600 minCenter for Talent Development at Northwestern UniversitySadie Witkowski on Career Paths in the Fields of Neuroscience and PsychologyNorthwestern University Ph.D. student, Sadie Witkowski, discusses the many career paths for students interested in neuroscience and psychology. Read more at ctd.northwestern.edu/newsletters.
2018-08-1501 minCenter for Talent Development at Northwestern UniversitySadie Witkowski on the Growing Role of the Arts in ScienceSadie Witkowski on the Growing Role of the Arts in Science by Center for Talent Development at Northwestern
2018-08-1501 min
EurekaNerd!Episode 18 ft PhDrinking : Bird brains, smarter smiles and science for girlsThis episode features special guest Sadie Witkowski of PhDrinking, Inception and Ringo Starr. An all-star line-up if ever I saw one.
Questions? Comments? Email us at eurekanerdcast@gmail.com, find us on twitter as @eurekanerdcast, and even more at www.eurekanerd.com . And leave us a review on iTunes, why not.
This episodes reading list: https://www.one-tab.com/page/Uf149o8lQOOmxTWqMDq1qg
2017-07-0240 min