Idling In The Impala: Recent Episodes
Sandra and Karlee
Join us for an exploration of fandom as we dive into a first-time experience at the CreationCon in Philadelphia! In this episode, Sandra takes three family members along for an unforgettable adventure packed with SPNFamily moments. From the Saturday Night Special concert to exciting photo ops, panels, and an amusing encounter in the bathroom, the discussions offer insight into the vibrant world of fandom and fanfiction.
Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the SPN fandom, this episode is a delightful peek into the community. Tune in to get inspired by our tales and share in our excitement for all things Sam and Dean Winchester!
It should also be noted that Kasey had not yet listened to the breakdown before this episode was put together. They did the best co-host thing by helping Sandra intro and outro this baby blind!
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:39 - The Day After PhillyCon
00:03:30 - Each Con Experience Hits Different
00:08:15 - Kasey is going in blind for this breakdown listen
00:08:55 - We are family
00:11:14 - Wanting to share more con stories
00:13:33 - Join our Discord and listen to a tangent or two
00:20:03 - Con Breakdown Time
01:12:51 - Final thoughts and outro
In this episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of writing Gender Neutral Reader-Insert (GNRI) fanfiction. Recently, Sandra and Kasey spoke with Reader-Insert writers who successfully incorporated culture and diversity into their characters. Now, they flip the script and explore what it means for authors to focus on writing GNRI, a topic that is both personal and nuanced in the realm of fandom. By spotlighting the voices of writers tackling this complex subject, Sandra and Kasey aim to honor their perspectives and experiences. Through a survey of various authors, they gathered diverse responses that provoke thought and discussion around the motivations and challenges involved in creating inclusive fanfiction.
Content/Trigger Warning ~ This episode discusses gender identity and related topics, including gender dysphoria. If this subject matter might cause distress, please proceed with caution or skip this one for now.
If any LGBTQ+ listeners of the podcast need support or are in crisis, reach out to an organization like The Trevor Project for help.
The Episode Doc and GNRI Survey Responses can be accessed here.
Links to Fics Discussed:
Warm Brown Jacket by samsblade
I Really Wish I Hated You - D.W. - by flawlesslyspellbound
Kasey’s fics: A Tale of Two Minds, Scents of Home, Second Base with Sammy
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:48 - What spurred the GNRI discussion
00:04:06 - Our Reader Insert Roots
00:05:02 - Kasey is Gender Neutral
00:08:00 - GNRI research
00:09:04 - What is GNRI?
00:15:45 - AO3 stats on GNRI
00:18:43 - Gendered Language
00:20:10 - Gender Dysphoria
00:21:52 - Kasey takes the wheel
00:23:57 - Gender Identity vs. Gender Expression
00:30:21 - Proactive pronoun usage
00:36:00 - Nonbinary expectations
00:37:41 - People on the journey understand the difficulty
00:42:20 - Survey responses from writers
01:19:02 - Kasey’s thoughts on two GNRI fics
01:24:19 - Kasey accidentally wrote GNRI
01:31:23 - Outro
Join us for an insightful conversation about SPN fanfiction with Nyxocity, a celebrated author within the Supernatural fandom. In this episode, Kasey and Sandra welcome Nyx to discuss her groundbreaking works and the impact of fandom on her creativity. After her first appearance in December 2024, we delve into her latest J2 fanfic, "Retroactive", and her exciting plans to revisit the iconic "Homework Verse" for SPN’s 20th Anniversary. Celebrate the brilliance of fanfiction and what the SPN fandom has meant to Nyx and countless others over the past two decades!
Find Nyxocity on tumblr and AO3.
If you haven’t read Retroactive yet, check it out here!
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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.
~~~~~
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)
~~~~~
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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:20 - Finishing the epic Retroactive
00:05:08 - The idea for Retroactive
00:07:33 - Breaking out of writing in a vacuum
00:11:22 - The comment gallery for Retro
00:15:40 - Releasing in a serialized format again?
00:19:34 - If Nyx can do it, GRRM can
00:21:03 - Writing support
00:22:19 - Retroactive highlights and points of pride
00:25:47 - Any character surprises?
00:27:34 - Retroactive spoilers
00:30:58 - When the ending of Retroactive was in sight
00:37:47 - Dipping back into Retroactive in the future?
00:43:24 - Supernatural: the inspiration that keeps going and going
00:44:35 - What is it like being fandom famous?
00:47:21 - Retroactive pulled Nyx back into fandom
00:49:09 - Getting assigned more Homework Verse
00:55:02 - A Touch of Evil
01:06:26 - Jealous Sky Verse
01:10:42 - Nothing Ever Really Ends
01:15:00 - Stranger Than Fiction
01:17:20 - How the muse uses music in fics
01:28:12 - Superposition
01:37:23 - Supernatural fandom
01:49:14 - A Stephen King tangent
01:58:14 - Celebrating Retroactive
01:59:26 - Future chats with Nyx
02:03:29 - Outro
Podfic Time – “It’s a Moose” by Masoena and art by AomaSade
This story is a perfect example of an awesome collaboration where one creative spark ignites another. Masoena provided a prompt for Winternatural 2023 that artist AomaSade grabbed by the antlers. From the idea came some amazing artwork and a sweet, hurt/comfort fic.
AomaSade went above and beyond, actually redesigning the original artwork for this podfic. Many thanks for letting your creativity flow into this remix of all your work with Masoena!
Visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
Listen to all of our Ramble On Podfics by visiting the Podfics in the Impala series on AO3.
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rating General
Dean Winchester & Sam Winchester
Summary:
A real, live moose in the bunker’s library pulls Dean out of his sleep in the middle of the night, he goes to explore trusty 1911 and knife in hand as he comes face to face with the massive wild animal who looks to be injured. Meanwhile Sam is nowhere to be found and Dean questions his sanity because he must be seeing things.
In this episode, Sandra and Kasey are joined by Masoena, a prolific creator and passionate cheerleader in the Supernatural fandom. Known on Tumblr and AO3, she first made her mark with a Supernatural fanfic back in 2018, but it wasn't until 2023 that her writing truly flourished. Since then, she's embraced the world of fanfiction, participating in various bangs as both a writer and artist, and taking on the role of challenge mod.
Join us for a deep dive into her experiences, as we discuss the complexities of writing about the beloved Winchester brothers, Sam and Dean, and the joy of J2 and multishipping. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about fan fiction and the vibrant SPN community!
Find Masoena on tumblr and AO3.
Find details on the SamWinJarPad Reverse Bang here.
Mas’ Sam Winchester and the Grinch fic can be read here.
Bang event summary from Midnight Silver can be found here.
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:19 - Recording on Jared’s Bday
00:02:40 - When did Mas get into Supernatural?
00:05:17 - Seeing the boys film on location
00:09:18 - It’s the moose for Mas
00:14:50 - Why did Mas take a break from watching SPN?
00:17:48 - Longevity of a show lessens quality
00:19:52 - Finding fandom and fanfiction
00:26:54 - IdlingCon is still in the infancy stage
00:28:59 - But, also, whales - tangent
00:30:25 - Fanfiction and writing journey
00:38:25 - What does Mas muse about?
00:39:55 - Mas, the multishipper
00:42:33 - Think kink
00:44:45 - The malleability of ships
00:46:18 - J2 personas spark RPF for Mas
00:52:16 - Take on tropes
00:54:37 - Rare pair realizations
01:00:01 - The writing sweet spot
01:01:34 - Plot or improv?
01:04:19 - Here for the happy endings
01:05:14 - When to collab and when to hoard
01:06:45 - The decision to mod a writing challenge
01:12:35 - Fostering creative connection
01:17:43 - Juggling responsibility and fandom
01:20:04 - Kasey’s questions
01:23:32 - Final thoughts from Mas
01:27:38 - Outro
In this episode, Sandra and Kasey chat with Tsukiyo-7, an exceptionally talented artist in the Supernatural (SPN) fandom. As a part-time fan artist and a vibrant member of Idling’s Discord community, Tsukiyo-7 shares their artistic inspiration, process, and the joy of engaging with the SPN fandom.
The conversation explores the intersection of creativity, fan collabs, and the beloved characters Sam and Dean Winchester, and how these elements thrive within the rich tapestry of the supernatural fan community.
Link to Tsukiyo-7’s tumblr and commissions info.
"Lest I burn, set afire by flames" (Wincest) by Tsukiyo-7 ~ https://archiveofourown.org/works/57781453
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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.
~~~~~
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!
~~~~~
Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:
World Central Kitchen andDoctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
~~~~~
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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:52 - When did Supernatural enter Tsukiyo’s life?
00:03:55 - Dropped out and dipped back into the show
00:05:50 - Fandom immersion
00:07:19 - Catholicism portrayal in American media
00:11:02 - Sam or Dean?
00:14:41 - Thoughts on the show
00:16:45 - Sam in pain is great
00:18:14 - Show quality in later seasons
00:20:46 - Would SPN fandom be the same without 15 seasons?
00:24:59 - Favorite characters
00:28:36 - Kasey’s show questions
00:31:45 - Mystery Spot
00:35:36 - When did fanfiction grab Tsukiyo?
00:39:14 - Tsukiyo’s reading habits
00:47:08 - Wincest for the win
00:55:58 - Has Tsukiyo written fanfic?
00:56:39 - Tsukiyo’s artistic start
00:59:07 - Creating SPN fan art
01:10:10 - Fan collabs and commissions
01:21:16 - Participation in any challenges?
01:27:59 - Fanning over other artists
01:32:46 - Kasey’s questions
01:42:10 - Advice for the hesitant fan artist
01:45:00 - Final thoughts and outro
PodTogether 2025 – “Stuck In The Middle With You” written by Sam_Is_My_Safe_Word, darali_starscream, jinkieswouldyoulookatthis and narrated by talltalesandbedtimestories
Supernatural Fandom
Rating Teen
Dean Winchester & Sam Winchester
Summary:
Sam and Dean have been told, time and time again, that they argue like an old married couple. It used to bother them. But when you spend your life with someone, regardless of who that someone is, you’re bound to have disagreements about things like money—how you get it and what you spend it on. Here are three little moments over the years when money was an issue and how priorities change when you learn to accept and appreciate what you’ve got.
Read the story here: https://archiveofourown.org/works/68148861/chapters/176296121#workskin
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Chapter 1
Sound Effects Credit:
- Buyout Licenses for: Book, Turn Pages; Auto, Chevrolet; Auto, Chevrolet, Door; Auto, Trunk
Chapter 2
Sound Effects Credit:
- Buyout Licenses for: Door, Wood; Auto, Chevrolet, Door; Auto, Chevrolet
- Hotel Room Ambience (City) by moviebuffgavin -- https://freesound.org/s/399251/ -- License: Creative Commons 0
- CLAP_lyhyt_napakka.wav by jannevse -- https://freesound.org/s/614385/ -- License: Creative Commons 0
- Rubbing Hands Together.wav by bbrocer -- https://freesound.org/s/382658/ -- License: Creative Commons 0
- Opening a small cardboard box by Aiwha -- https://freesound.org/s/415488/ -- License: Attribution 4.0
- Sketchy Neighborhood Night Ambience by PostProdDog -- https://freesound.org/s/535760/ -- License: Creative Commons 0
Chapter 3
Sound Effects Credit:
- Buyout Licenses for: Auto, Chevrolet, Door; Auto, Chevrolet
- Diner.wav by AllenStacy -- https://freesound.org/s/240652/ -- License: Attribution 4.0
- 03143 dishware cleaning table.wav by Robinhood76 -- https://freesound.org/s/134065/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0
- Keyboard and mouse by ScouseMouseJB -- https://freesound.org/s/329052/ -- License: Attribution 4.0
In this episode, Sandra and Kasey celebrate an exciting journey in the world of fandom through their PodTogether 2025 project, a unique podfic collaboration. Joining forces with Jackie (jinkieswouldyoulookatthis) and BJ (darali_starscream), they explore the creative process of writing and producing a podfic together.
PodTogether is an innovative challenge where writers create text designed specifically for audio, and podficcers bring that text to life through their performances.
Tune in as they reflect on their experiences and the engaging finale titled 'Stuck In The Middle With You.'
Whether you're a fan of Supernatural, fanfiction, or podfics, this episode promises an entertaining look into collaborative storytelling.
Read and listen to “Stuck In The Middle With You” here.
Check out the PodTogether collection on AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/collections/Pod_Together
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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.
~~~~~
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!
~~~~~
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 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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:34 - How the PodTogether collab came together
00:04:53 - Recent works by BJ and Jackie
00:08:47 - The support of our ride or die beta, Dreamer
00:10:08 - Did Jackie realize this would backfire?
00:11:47 - BJ’s initial thoughts on collaborating
00:13:50 - Low-pressure group challenge
00:16:07 - Prior collab experience
00:21:21 - A three-act story
00:22:35 - The brother’s relationship
00:23:46 - The brainstorming
00:25:35 - Playing with sound
00:27:22 - The theme that emerged
00:33:47 - How the scenes built on each other
00:37:04 - The song inspiration
00:48:16 - Did we have a clue about what we were doing?
00:52:39 - Writing in the same POV by accident
00:59:23 - Tying the perfect bow on the story01:35:50 -
01:03:07 - The soundtrack
01:05:44 - The podfic collaboration
01:14:33 - The result
01:21:54 - Final thoughts
01:35:50 - Attempting an outro
Sandra and Kasey welcome a relatively new initiate to Supernatural on today’s episode. Crowleysmistress is a Samifer lover whose philosophy is “proship even if not my personal headcanon.” Straight from her tumblr bio, she believes fanfic “helps process life, improve writing skills, and make online friends.” A member of Idling’s Discord server, Crowleysmistress exemplifies and shares all of those beliefs in fandom communities.
Enjoy a chat about fanfic, fandom, and much fanning over Sam!
You can find Crowleysmistress and her fics on tumblr and AO3.
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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.
~~~~~
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!
~~~~~
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 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)
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Charities
Switchboard LGBT UK
The 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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:55 - How did CM get into Supernatural
00:03:57 - Early season folklore and legends
00:05:20 - CrowleysMistress’ background
00:09:58 - Astrology and Birth Charts
00:12:43 - Ghosts, spirits, and dreaming on SPN
00:13:27 - “They’re so dumb.”
00:19:27 - Favorite brother?
00:22:59 - The SPN learning curve sans media growing up
00:26:03 - Favorite media and fandom connection
00:29:05 - Fanfic ep inserts is CM’s jam
00:29:32 - Show thoughts
00:33:28 - Threading themes throughout the show and having time to self-correct
00:38:42 - Samifer
00:41:27 - Free Will versus Fate
00:43:38 - Family is an election
00:49:51 - Fave characters
00:52:58 - When did CM start writing?
00:54:28 - CM’s intro to SPN fanfic
01:00:17 - Pairings and ships that dominate CM’s writing
01:01:31 - Dr. Cara Roberts
01:06:27 - The tiniest of ships
01:09:51 - Exploring Samifer
01:18:18 - CM’s Big Bang Journey
01:21:39 - When and how CM writes
01:26:11 - CM’s first bang experience
01:27:06 - CM’s 2025 word count goals
01:28:02 - Reverse Bang surprise
01:32:20 - Getting caught up on CM’s Bang schedule
01:35:12 - The humanity behind collaborations
01:38:53 - Kasey’s questions
01:39:51 - Mark Sheppard = Master Connector
01:42:39 - Kasey’s last question
01:45:16 - From puppies to puppy play
01:48:43 - CM’s writing advice
01:51:06 - Final thoughts and outro
Two special guests join Sandra and Kasey to discuss maturing in fandom and a contest geared for writers aging like fine wine.
Kym (aka deanwinchesterswitch) and Beka (aka impala-dreamer) are all SPN fanfic writers who’ve been around the fandom block a time or two.
Beka and Kym’s “Storytellers Contest - The Jensen Ackles Chronicles” (TJAC) recently opened up for author sign-ups. So, listen up to learn about this challenge that plans to showcase the talents of mature fans and stories involving older characters.
Buckle up, it’s a full backseat and lots of facts and opinions are shared!
Wanna learn more about TJAC contest? You can find all the details here! Sign-up for the contest through October 15, 2025!
Creator tumblr links: Beka and Kym
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:51 - Storytellers Contest inception
00:05:55 - The right time for a contest
00:06:57 - Combining strength and skills for the contest
00:11:31 - Why Jensen?
00:12:58 - A plethora of mature Jensen content
00:13:56 - The most important thing to nail in the contest
00:15:10 - Scoring the contest entries
00:16:22 - How you can tell when a writer gets a character
00:19:04 - Tangent | My Bloody Valentine and Friday the 13th
00:21:04 - Characterization isn’t the only judging criterion
00:23:31 - The judges and contest details
00:25:13 - Minimum age for a Jensen character in this contest
00:27:41 - Experiences that come with living
00:30:34 - Ageism in fandom and support from older creatives
00:37:08 - Word length categories for contest submission
00:41:53 - The prizes
00:47:04 - Spotlighting the winner
00:50:02 - Champion mature fans
00:55:59 - Fandom changes over the years
01:04:30 - Finding nuance and common joy in fanfic
01:09:33 - Judging responsibilities
01:12:00 - The judging panel
01:13:39 - The draw of prizes
01:16:12 - Handling the possibility of many entries
01:19:18 - A mid-point jolt
01:21:43 - Countdown plans with Kasey and Beka
01:32:29 - Hopes for the contest and some last-minute tangents
01:48:26 - Final thoughts and outro
In this episode, Sandra and Kasey explore the vibrant world of fandom and how shows and their characters resonate with audiences.
Discover what it means to be "character coded," a term widely used in discussions about fanfiction and character analysis. Kasey and Sandra quiz themselves on character assignments and break down their results, diving into the intricacies of fandom connections.
Join them as they unravel the layers behind this fascinating concept and encourage you to take the quiz yourself! Be part of the conversation and share your results!
References (external links/sites):
The tumblr post by katsidhe that explains the difference between X-Coded and Y-Girl.
Katsidhe's X-Coded/Y-Girl Masterlist for even more info.
The quiz! If you're curious and take the quiz, please share your results with Sandra and Kasey!
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:58 - How we got into the topic of Coding
00:03:04 - A Millenials love of quizzes
00:03:41 - Confusions and assumptions on what it means to be coded
00:06:42 - Our tumblr resource and explainer
00:07:15 - The difference between coded and girl
00:07:41 - Inferring meaning through shared understanding
00:09:32 - The trope code
00:12:49 - Saying someone is X-Coded
00:13:36 - The characters we resonated with and our coded results
00:18:15 - The Y-Girl of it all in fandom
00:20:22 - Our Girl labels based on the quiz
00:26:07 - Sandra’s results breakdown
00:40:00 - Kasey’s results breakdown
00:50:30 - Final thoughts and outro
It’s another Tags and Tropes episode in which Sandra and Kasey focus on a category or aspect of fanfiction they may or may not have delved into before. The tag up for discussion is Sex Work (and all the related tags that fit under this umbrella).
Link to Sex Work Fanlore Page: https://fanlore.org/wiki/Sex_Work
Doc with all the stats and fic links discussed in this episode can be found here.
If you’d like to check out more fic recs from our Discord members, join us in the #backseat.
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Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:32 - Kasey lets the tag out of the bag
00:04:46 - Initial thoughts on sex work in fanfic
00:05:13 - The fanon around Dean
00:08:11 - The glamourization of high class escorts
00:11:06 - How did Sam pay for college
00:13:28 - How Fanlore breaks down the tag
00:15:45 - An AO3 suggestion box for tag assistance
00:18:37 - The fandom controversy about exploring sex work in fanfic
00:25:00 - AO3 stats
00:27:55 - Heading into tangent territory - how do you use the character tag on AO3
00:34:55 - The crossover cliff
00:36:13 - Clay Miller’s shirt clouds Kasey’s recall
00:39:29 - Another tangent - Maze from Lucifer
00:41:46 - Back on topic - some fics that delve into the tag
01:05:56 - Final verdict on the tag
01:14:35 - Outro
There’s gonna be soooo much banging in this author interview! Sandra and Kasey would tell you to get your minds out of the gutter, but really, who are they kidding? They’re right there with you.
Sal, known as SamandDean76 in the Supernatural corner of fandom, went all in posting fics on AO3 back in late 2022 and hasn’t looked back. In only a few years, she’s shared over 240 works that very often highlight her love of Sam; but she makes room in her stories to include, according to her tumblr bio, “the rare pairs [who] have a soft spot in my multi-shipping heart.”
Get ready for an in-depth conversation about Sam, Supernatural, shipping, and story scheduling!
You can find Sal on tumblr and AO3.
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Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:52 - When did Sal get into Supernatural?
00:04:34 - Buffy and Angel trauma
00:07:01 - When did the SPN binge start?
00:08:52 - Sal’s blorbo
00:10:59 - Jared and AKF campaign
00:14:24 - Digging deeper in Jared
00:18:21 - SamWinJarPad Big Bang
00:25:24 - Could Jared not put out so much great Stands gear, though?
00:32:20 - Thoughts on show and favorite characters
00:39:50 - We gotta talk about John Winchester
00:47:57 - Jack Jack
00:51:11 - Samwena?
00:53:47 - Breaking down Mystery Spot
01:07:50 - The start of Sal’s writing journey
01:10:02 - Finding fanfic because of SPN
01:13:26 - SPN made Sal put pen to paper
01:21:54 - The rarest of Sal’s pairs?
01:25:30 - What does it mean to multiship?
01:33:39 - Sal is the Big Banger
01:39:08 - Managing story check-ins and deadlines
01:50:36 - Kasey’s questions
01:55:32 - Words of wisdom from Sal for the Bang curious
01:59:39 - Sal fics rolling out soon
02:03:41 - Final thoughts and outro
What’s happening?!? It’s a character discussion about none other than Kevin “freakin’” Solo; um, actually Kevin Tran. Sandra and Kasey just wanna keep this young prophet safe and give him the respect he’s due. They’re not alone; they’ve got thoughts to share from CrowleysMistress, a member of the Idling server.
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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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Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:14 - Kevin Tran the Prophet
00:04:21 - Intro on the show
00:07:03 - Kevin’s cultural, class, and family expectations
00:12:10 - Coming to terms with your prophet promotion
00:17:07 - Prophetic occurrences in our Discord server
00:18:50 - Sharing CrowleysMistress’ thoughts on Kevin
00:19:59 - Kevin’s concentrated importance
00:20:55 - Dean’s Tier of Importance
00:22:59 - Dean behaving like John
00:25:06 - Buried under the weight of responsibility
00:26:57 - “I Can’t”
00:29:42 - The Winchesters are Pick-Up and Put-Down people
00:32:59 - The self-harm of overachievement
00:35:15 - Kevin’s mistreatment and neglect
00:37:11 - Kevin’s demise
00:42:47 - Actor Osric Chau
00:48:12 - Final Thoughts and Outro
Today’s subject matter in Sex Education with Kasey and Dreamer is General Realism.
The agents of chaos and kink and filth and depravity are back, y’all! Kasey and Dreamer asked Idling’s Discord server for some topics to address in a lesson. After quite a few thoughts tossed about, their smut-deducing skills picked up on a lot of subjects that fit into General Realism. Fic writing is first and foremost fantasy, but what if you want to sprinkle in a little factual knowledge? No worries, this episode and the impeccable research of our agents, along with plenty of references and citations, got you covered!
Squick Disclaimer: Some topics discussed may be uncomfortable for listeners. The discussion is intended for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
Kasey and Dreamer’s Class Materials can be accessed here.
Find Dreamer on tumblr, Discord (runawaydr3amerao3), and AO3 (runawaydr3amer).
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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)
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Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:54 - Fact and fictioning penetration and peaking
00:09:09 - Penetrative sessions - how long should they go?
00:18:29 - Shooting your shot a little early
00:24:09 - AFAB climax - how often and how easily?
00:36:23 - Mythical bedfellows in the hands of fic writers
00:44:42 - Harder isn’t necessarily better
00:51:49 - Whip out your rulers!
01:14:06 - AMAB refractory period
01:20:26 - Fanfic PSA
01:22:16 - Are AFAB refractory periods a thing?
01:27:04 - Multiple peaking
01:33:40 - Final thoughts and outro
Fitting into fandom, finding your place and space. On this episode, Sandra and Kasey chat with a member of the Idling server who discovered their little community and podcast in early 2025.
Charlie, known as chippsart on Tumblr, reached out to chat about their fandom journey and the topic of transformation in Supernatural, as well as fanfiction inspired by it. Charlie is also a talented artist who has collaborated on some recent Bang challenges.
Sandra apologizes in advance for her Scoobynatural derailment.
You can find Charlie on tumblr.
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:25 - When did Charlie get into Supernatural
00:02:55 - Scoobynatural and Animation
00:07:11 - How true to old school animation was Scoobynatural
00:12:09 - Does Charlie have a favorite brother
00:16:35 - Behind the scenes inside jokes
00:21:23 - Other favorite characters on SPN
00:22:51 - When did Charlie discover SPN fandom
00:26:59 - FanFic is a sporadic hobby
00:29:09 - The animal transformation of it all
00:30:55 - Critiquing SPN’s handling of animal transformation
00:34:30 - Shifters got shafted
00:36:34 - All Dogs Go To Heaven
00:39:05 - All the aspects of transformation
00:39:42 - Which monster gets the best treatment on the show
00:40:48 - Avoiding the shifting squick
00:43:37 - Animal transformation in FanFic
00:48:54 - Charlie’s artistic talent
00:52:40 - Bangs and collabs
00:56:49 - Impressive creators
00:59:14 - Kasey’s Secret Question
01:02:08 - Finding the lighter side
01:08:54 - Final thoughts and outro
Podfic Time – “Celestial Requiem” by EldritchLibertine
This WIP (at least at the time of this publication) by Ke is an epic OFC tale placed directly in canon right from the first season of Supernatural. It’s a slow burn, Castiel x OFC laden with additional angelic grace by one Archangel Gabriel. I was hooked at the start with the theme of found family and the heavy dose of surrogate father, Bobby Singer. Since I wouldn’t be able to read the entire story, I asked Ke for a chapter suggestion (Note: Sorry to disappoint any CasLovers, but he hasn’t arrived in the story yet at this stage of the narration). Enjoy!
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
Castiel/OFC
Summary:
- Before humanity, God created perfect companions for each of His Archangels - not angel, not human, but something gloriously unique and designed to be the source of new angelic life. However, following Lucifer's rebellion, God's wrath was terrible and swift, and he separated these companions from the Archangels, casting them to Earth, cloaked in mortality and cursed to endless rebirth, their true nature hidden even from themselves. Angels were forbidden from seeking them, leaving both sides to endure an unspoken, cosmic grief.
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- When Reed Savoy was six years old, demons brutally slaughtered her family, leaving her the sole survivor. Rescued by Bobby Singer, she was taken in and raised as a hunter, unaware of her true nature. Now, at 28, Reed finds herself dragged into the Winchester's lives as they face danger from all sides.
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On this episode, Sandra and Kasey are chatting with Ke, known as EldritchLibertine on AO3 and tumblr. Ke’s watched Supernatural for years but only recently dived into SPN fandom and writing about the show’s characters. Sandra discovered one of Ke’s fics, Celestial Requiem (OFC x Castiel), which tackled the considerable undertaking of weaving her OFC throughout show seasons. Her focus on the theme of family and spotlighting Bobby hooked Sandra in from the start. Have a listen to learn about Ke’s Supernatural journey, her writing style and methods, as well as her most recent favorite blorbo (no, it’s neither brother nor Castiel).
You can find Ke and her writing on tumblr and AO3!
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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
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:42 - Finding Ke’s fiction in Idling Discord
00:03:21 - Ke’s intro to Supernatural
00:12:11 - Has Ke ever noped out of a show?
00:14:33 - Sanity break between seasons?
00:16:06 - Getting through S10
00:17:19 - Least and most favorite seasons
00:18:20 - Fave Lucifer vessel
00:21:10 - Ke’s favorite brother
00:25:40 - Favorite show characters
00:28:29 - SPN fandom experience
00:31:28 - The Cas switch
00:36:56 - Ke’s love of writing
00:37:32 - Twilight tangent
00:41:19 - The fragile but fierce theory crumbles
00:43:53 - The decision to write an OFC into canon
00:47:32 - How to keep canon on track
00:48:38 - Summarizing Celestial Requiem
00:54:07 - The Mary Sue trap
00:59:05 - Speed Reading and Aphantasia
01:04:50 - Speed write, too?
01:08:46 - Reader audience
01:14:57 - Writing process
01:18:53 - Is Ke satisfied with what she posts?
01:21:21 - Comments change the plot mid-posting?
01:24:07 - OC all the way?
01:31:47 - Kasey’s questions
01:40:37 - Ke’s final advice to writers
01:42:47 - Final thoughts and outro
Podfic Time – “Second Base with Sammy” by Sam_Is_My_Safe_Word
Kasey’s entry into our Self-Inflicted Word Count Challenge: Big Things in Little Spaces, inspired by my Smut Closet Live Narrations. But, wait, what’s this? Sam Winchester/Reader? A Teen-Rated, Smut-Free fic by Kasey, the Agent of Chaos and Kink? Yep, never know what you’re gonna get. Well, except that anything Kasey comes up with is gonna be awesome!
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 Teen
Sam Winchester/Reader
Summary
What happens when you accidentally get locked in a very small closet with a very large Sam?
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Sandra and Kasey just can’t help themselves. No, it’s not just a ranking issue.
In this episode, Sandra and Kasey are discussing the fruits of their labor from a recently wrapped self-inflicted word count challenge. They’re bringing back special guest and judge runawaydr3amer with the verdict on how well they fulfilled the “Big Things in Little Spaces” prompt in 1,000 words or less.
Read the fics on AO3:
“Not Every Day” by Drasna (Sandra)
“Second Base with Sammy” by Sam_Is_My_Safe_Word (Kasey)
This challenge was inspired by the “Smut Closet with Sandra” in Idling’s Discord server. Visit the AO3 collection, which spotlights related fics and narrations.
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:02 - Word count challenge inspired by narration
00:03:14 - Intimate mic moments
00:05:20 - Keeping it to 1K words
00:07:03 - Writing challenge theme
00:10:17 - The Smut Closet
00:11:41 - Needing Adult Time after narration
00:15:47 - Embracing your smutty side
00:21:06 - Sandra’s challenge entry
00:30:24 - Thoughts on Sandra’s story
00:42:27 - Kasey’s challenge entry
00:44:31 - Kasey’s fic isn’t smutty!
00:46:38 - Kasey breaks down the story
00:51:03 - Sandra and Kasey had a writing deadline
00:53:07 - Thoughts on Kasey’s story
01:08:22 - FicSync?
01:12:41 - Going for comfort after some angst
01:16:21 - Supernatural has an era for everything
01:19:49 - Did Kasey accidentally write a Gender Neutral Reader?
01:23:43 - Rec a fic and join us in The Closet
01:32:04 - Outro
Sandra and Kasey don’t have the same disdain for witches as Dean Winchester does. However, thoughts and feelings are discussed in this episode about the wicked representation of this magical bunch on Supernatural. All that aside, they’ve ranked their top ten favorite spellcasting characters on the show. Have a listen and see if you agree!
Wicked Episodes
Witches and Witchcraft on Supernatural - SPN Family Interview with ThatGirlJaneFox
Rowena: The Woman Who Lived!
Referenced: Witches in Southern Italy (external link/site)
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For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:25 - Our Witches Ranking Idea
00:04:57 - The Witchiest of them all
00:05:25 - Witch representation on SPN
00:10:38 - Tangenting
00:14:47 - The Ranking Struggle
00:16:15 - Number 5
00:21:54 - Should Kasey and Sandra have magical powers?
00:25:20 - Number 4
00:29:02 - Number 3
00:35:04 - Number 2
00:40:24 - Body Swapping Tangent
00:43:02 - Number 1
00:52:15 - Accent Tangent
00:57:03 - Final Thoughts and Outro
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.
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:04 - “Live Free and Twi-Hard” sparked kitten’s journey back into fic writing
00:11:06 - Which Winchester got its claws in kitten?
00:14:47 - SPN viewing habits
00:20:39 - Thoughts on the show
00:24:33 - The JDM Effect
00:30:18 - Favorite characters on SPN
00:31:48 - John Winchester
00:34:16 - Writing characters into canon
00:36:05 - Plot twists and cliffhangers
00:39:30 - Kitten’s writing start
00:40:46 - The community around fanfic and reader engagement
00:45:26 - Reader-insert realm
00:48:47 - Imposter syndrome
00:51:30 - Does kitten herself into fic as the reader?
00:53:43 - Unlearning the wrong thing to improve
00:55:35 - 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 feel
01:04:46 - The ideas list
01:12:13 - Omegaverse
01:14:46 - Teens on the Internet and finding fanfic
01:18:42 - Writing fancy stories for adults
01:33:54 - Kitten’s fanfic limits
01:39:38 - Fandom popularity
01:47:58 - Kasey’s questions
01:51:28 - Kitten’s words of wisdom
01:56:06 - Final thoughts and outro
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.
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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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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:23 - Laila’s intro to SPN and fanfiction
00:06:18 - Alex’s cultural background and formative years
00:12:15 - Laila’s cultural background
00:17:00 - Fanfic Alex reads
00:25:10 - Fanfic Laila reads
00:25:54 - When Alex discovered cultural representation in fanfic
00:31:27 - Did Laila search for her cultural heritage in fanfic?
00:36:36 - Deciding to give a reader-insert character diverse cultural traits
00:51:29 - Fear of sharing a part of your culture in fanfiction?
00:58:41 - Laila incorporated her cultural identity into fanfic
01:05:34 - Breaking out of an ingrained bias
01:13:20 - Writing about a culture outside of your frame of reference
01:31:58 - Laila’s cultural creations
01:40:34 - Final advice from Alex
01:45:22 - Final thoughts and outro
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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.
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.
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:18 - Zachariah Deep Dive
00:03:59 - Show intro to Zachariah
00:08:33 - Towing the company line
00:10:12 - A great scenery chewer
00:13:24 - Middle management skills don’t work on the Winchesters
00:18:04 - Zach is a One-Trick Pony
00:19:14 - Point of No Return
00:21:51 - Zach’s callback in Lebanon
00:26:14 - A great exit
00:27:32 - Actor Kurt Fuller
00:34:13 - Outro
We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.
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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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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 onAO3 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.
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.
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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
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:19 - When did Beka get into Supernatural?
00:05:52 - Dean in the water should keep you hooked
00:07:03 - Beka truly connected with SPN
00:09:36 - Beka’s favorite brother
00:14:30 - A beast in bed
00:16:22 - What kept Beka coming back to the show?
00:19:40 - A season you could give up and never watch again
00:24:29 - Beka likes the Brits
00:27:41 - Favorite supporting characters
00:30:07 - Does Beka binge or consume SPN buffet style?
00:30:35 - Mystery Spot
00:39:04 - The start of fanfiction for Beka
00:42:19 - How the community built up on tumblr
00:43:29 - Reader-Insert focus
00:44:12 - How does Beka decide whether it’s an OC or Reader-Insert story
00:48:35 - tumblr skews reader-insert
00:52:13 - Creative social spaces, reader reactions, and the goal of writing
01:04:48 - When does Beka find the time to write?
01:05:19 - Following Jensen for character inspiration
01:08:31 - Fave fanfic tropes
01:16:17 - 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 Authors
01:31:51 - Beka’s original fiction
01:47:11 - Is Beka a Plotter or a Pantser?
01:48:49 - Happy endings in original fiction?
01:50:53 - Highlighting a handful of Beka’s fanfics
01:57:56 - Fiction isn’t reality
02:08:29 - Kasey’s questions
02:11:42 - Writing words of wisdom
02:19:57 - Final thoughts and outro
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!
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:46 - Wash. Rinse. Repeat.
00:16:20 - Sandra and Kasey differ with their WIPs
00:17:55 - Pets4Punks
00:33:54 - The ABCs of Julie and Dean
00:38:00 - What challenges has Kasey signed up for?
00:41:16 - Kasey’s story for the SamWin JarPad Big Bang
00:45:31 - Know Thyself
01:00:30 - And then along came a JarPad Bingo
01:19:36 - Outro
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.
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:08 - The idea of ranking worst one-offs
00:05:19 - How Sandra picked her characters
00:06:20 - Special Group Episode Award
00:11:43 - Searching through the seasons
00:12:32 - Season 3
00:16:06 - Tangent on movie adaptations of King novels
00:26:21 - Season 4
00:28:17 - Season 5
00:29:45 - Tangent on The Walking Dead
00:32:30 - Back to Season 5
00:34:03 - Tangent on Paris Hilton
00:35:03 - Trying to get back to Season 5
00:37:39 - Season 6
00:39:16 - Season 7
00:44:01 - Leave the dogs alone!
00:47:16 - Season 8
00:53:39 - Final pick from Season 14
00:56:32 - Outro
It’s another Tags and Tropes episode in which Sandra and Kasey focus on a category or aspect of fanfiction they may or may not have delved into before. The genre up for discussion is Transformation.
Link to Metafic Fanlore Page: https://fanlore.org/wiki/Animal_Transformation and https://fanlore.org/wiki/Anthropomorfic.
Doc with all the stats and fic links discussed in this episode can be found here.
If you’d like to check out more fic recs from our Discord members join us in the #backseat.
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:11 - Back in the driver’s seat after a break
00:01:56 - Transformation
00:02:31 - What we think of when we hear transformation
00:04:20 - Animal transformation
00:08:35 - Leaning into mythical animals
00:11:17 - Sandra has an affinity for witches
00:11:42 - Include werewolves and alpha omega or no?
00:12:49 - AO3 tags are lacking in animal transformation
00:14:23 - Interest in fics that lean hard into the actual act of transformation
00:15:45 - Some squicks might keep people away from transformation fics
00:25:40 - The fallout after animal transformation
00:26:45 - Anthropomorphic
00:27:18 - Dean loves his car
00:29:41 - We haven’t read much anthropomorphic fic outside of the Impala
00:30:36 - Becoming an object solely for function and dom/sub undertones
00:32:03 - Absolved of responsibility or being cared for
00:33:49 - AO3 stats
00:36:01 - Kasey’s memory gets jogged
00:38:08 - Sandra has some fics to rec
00:49:13 - Kasey found a fic to rec
00:50:14 - Recs from our Discord members
00:53:31 - Final verdict and Outro
Sandra and Kasey are talking about one of their favorite SPN characters that walked on sunshine… until she met her fate in Dark Dynasty. Charlie Bradbury is the subject of this character discussion. There are so many highs with Charlie on the show and, arguably, the lowest of the lows.
What’s your take on Charlie’s fate? Were you on board for the AU version?
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:01 - Talking about Charlie Bradbury
00:02:54 - One of the best character introductions
00:04:32 - Charlie was created to fill the Frank void
00:05:22 - The writers behind the characters
00:06:44 - S7 debut
00:08:07 - Fave Charlie scenes
00:10:58 - LGBTQ+ representation in media
00:12:01 - Charlie’s relationship with the boys
00:15:18 - Pac-Man Fever
00:18:45 - Linda Hamilton tangent
00:20:22 - Charlie’s horrible ending
00:22:01 - The backlash on Charlie’s treatment
00:28:30 - Bringing back an AU version of Charlie
00:32:34 - MCU AU example
00:33:27 - The need for closure
00:34:45 - Belladonna
00:35:27 - Charlie brought out the Geek in Dean
00:37:27 - Shout-out to Felicia Day
00:38:36 - Outro
Sandra and Kasey have had zero complaints about the homework assigned for this interview! If you’ve been a connoisseur of J2 and Wincest fanfic for more than a minute, the stories by the legendary writer on the podcast today have probably been recommended required reading. Nyxocity is a prolific creator who has been writing and posting since the heyday of LiveJournal. According to her tumblr profile, she’s blessed fandoms with over five million words of fanfic!
Get ready to be lectured about the evolution of the SPN fandom and learn about Nyx’s writing process and inspiration.
Where you can find Nyx and her work: tumblr, AO3, and LiveJournal
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~~~~~
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:42 - When did Nyx get into Supernatural?
00:03:59 - Nyx’s Blorbo
00:11:20 - Nyx’s take on the show ending
00:13:36 - Mystery Spot verdict?
00:20:23 - Nyx is a forgiving viewer but she has her limits
00:26:52 - Living through Hellatuses
00:28:53 - Season 3 Cliffhanger
00:31:49 - Favorite show characters
00:37:46 - The start of Nyx’s fanfic journey
00:39:56 - Any original fiction?
00:41:30 - J2 is very close to original fiction
00:44:56 - How has the fandom community changed over the years?
00:47:33 - The rise of AO3
00:49:06 - What was Nyx’s first Supernatural story?
00:53:09 - The backlash over slash way back
01:01:38 - Sons of Anarchy and SPN crossover
01:07:44 - Metafic Wincest with Stranger than Fiction
01:13:33 - Like Staring Into the Sun
01:24:04 - Homework Verse
01:45:19 - When you have more story to tell, make it a verse
01:53:23 - How does Nyx decide if a story idea is gonna be J2 or Sam and Dean?
01:57:32 - Current work - Retroactive
02:06:11 - Writing and posting on a schedule
02:10:39 - Will reader feedback affect the story ending?
02:12:17 - The super power of reverse engineering a story
02:18:46 - It’s Not Living If It’s Not With You Verse
02:30:33 - Nyx doesn’t just write
02:34:09 - Nyx has a major announcement
02:42:37 - Final thoughts and words of wisdom from Nyx
02:49:49 - In shock and awe outro
Sandra and Kasey were delighted to welcome Candice, known as CLeighWrites, back to the podcast. Candice recently returned to writing SPN fanfic after a year-long break and has been working on some original writing. She graciously accepted the invite to be taken (gently) to task on her original fiction journey.
Links to Candice: AO3 and tumblr
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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!
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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.
Sandra and Kasey are continuing their character discussions in this episode. The lovely women who made up what was to be Wayward Sisters are in the spotlight - Jody, Donna, Claire, Alex, Patience, and Kaia.
Who’s your favorite? Would you have watched the Wayward Sisters spinoff?
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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 andGlobal
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:30 - Wayward Sisters focus
00:04:12 - JusticeForMissouri
00:05:13 - The backdoor pilot for the show that never was
00:08:39 - Jody
00:21:31 - Donna
00:30:10 - Claire
00:39:34 - Alex
00:51:07 - Patience
01:00:28 - Kaia
01:15:20 - Closing thoughts and Outro
Sandra and Kasey are chatting with an absolute gem of a fandom friend in this episode. Sandra had the pleasure of meeting Jackie in real life in September 2024 at the CreationCon in DC. Jackie, known as jinkieswouldyoulookatthis, in many a fandom circle, identifies as a bibro (for clarification purposes ~ Dean!girl with an obsessive Sam!kink). She’s been posting Supernatural fanfic on AO3 since 2015 and has massive creativity beyond storytelling. She’s got a new podcast that focuses on one of her hyperfixations: Wincest and the relationship between Sam and Dean that makes Supernatural an unforgettable show for its fans.
Sandra and Kasey had so many things to cover with Jackie and they only scratched the surface. It’s a long one, listeners, but super enjoyable.
Have a listen to Jackie’s podcast, “The Epic Love Story of Sam and Dean” here.
Editor's Note: Trigger warnings for a lengthy discussion on trauma responses and torture thresholds that starts at 29:00 minutes and runs from about 49:00 minutes. We delve into hypothetical theory that was not meant to be viewed as insensitive to current real-world situations.
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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.
Sandra and Kasey got to chat with a very special guest who manages a legendary resource well-known in the Supernatural fandom. Jules is the managing editor of SuperWiki, a Supernatural Canon and Fandom resource. This site about the CW show Supernatural is a collaborative archive used far and wide for decades. It’s helped the production of creative projects and settled debates worldwide.
Jules talked about her fandom journey and the monumental task of maintaining an evolving and ongoing canon encyclopedia, being an SPN advisor on The Winchesters, and so much more!
Check out the Supernatural Wiki here.
You can follow SuperWiki and contact Jules on BlueSky and Twitter.
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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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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!
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~~~~~
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World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
~~~~~
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
~~~~~
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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:13 - SuperWiki is the podcast’s research go-to
00:04:01 - Jules’ fandom origin story
00:08:22 - Television Without Pity
00:12:17 - Fandom explosion and commercialization
00:17:12 - The streaming and social media age
00:20:17 - When did Jules succumb to Supernatural?
00:22:54 - The Supernatural Delay and how people kept up worldwide
00:25:56 - How the fandom made LiveJournal work for them
00:27:37 - Controlling and curating your fandom presence within a community
00:35:03 - Is it Sam or Dean for Jules?
00:39:11 - The Sam AND Dean of it all for Jules
00:45:35 - Convention stories conservation
00:51:15 - How SuperWiki came about
00:55:00 - The SuperWiki is not just about the show
01:00:44 - The SuperWiki managing editor role
01:03:58 - Early SuperWiki days - creating the content and shaping the structure
01:06:47 - The importance of collaborators
01:08:01 - SuperWiki as a fandom project
01:10:08 - User suggestions and changes to the SuperWiki over the years
01:21:54 - How can a fan contribute to the SuperWiki?
01:26:58 - Helping fans get the reference and feel included
01:30:32 - Being the “Super” consultant for a fandom
01:36:04 - Why didn’t SPN creators consult the SuperWiki?
01:58:18 - Kasey’s secret question
02:00:42 - The hope and future of the SuperWiki
02:08:50 - Closing thoughts and outro
It’s another ranking episode! Sandra and Kasey got a great suggestion from one of their listeners, fictionallemons. The guidelines were strict for this list: a character could only appear in one single episode of Supernatural.
Have a listen and see if you agree with Sandra and Kasey’s picks.
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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
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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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Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:33 - Ranking suggestion by fictionallemons
00:02:20 - Kasey had a hard time following the guidelines
00:05:56 - Kasey remembers plot points by the bloopers
00:08:38 - The ranking struggle was real
00:12:15 - Kasey’s dishonorable mention
00:14:50 - One great one-off Kasey and Sandra didn’t include
00:15:36 - Kasey’s shout out for Sarah Blake and Madison
00:17:24 - Side note on Patrick
00:18:28 - Sandra ranks her five
00:32:39 - Kasey shares their five
00:44:36 - Closing thoughts and outro
Sandra and Kasey are doing a character(s) deep dive into the Archangels in this episode. After their Princes of Hell discussion, it seemed fitting to talk about the four on the tippy top of the angel hierarchy. Full disclosure: this episode was recorded at the end of a 6+ hour recording day. Sandra decided to keep what would usually be outtakes in this episode. How often can you listen to two exhausted individuals tangent from Supernatural to the Bible to the Lucifer TV show to Norse mythology (including an eight-legged horse) and angel wing color all in one episode?
Listen to the Princes of Hell Discussion here (YouTube link).
Listen to the Lucifer Deep Dive here.
Read an article on Birth Order theory here.
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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.
It’s another Tags and Tropes episode in which Sandra and Kasey focus on a category or aspect of fanfiction they may or may not have delved into before. The genre up for discussion is Metafic and Self-Insert. It’s a bit of a headscratcher and encompasses a variety of fic types.
Link to Metafic Fanlore Page: https://fanlore.org/wiki/Metafic
Doc with all the stats and fic links discussed in this episode can be found here.
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Kasey and Sandra are jumping the gun! Showing your pride shouldn’t be limited to one month… it’s a yearlong celebration!
Idling in the Impala’s2025 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 talentedQuickreaver)! Net revenue will be split between the LGBTQIA+ non-profit organizationThe 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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Support Basic Human Rights -American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
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Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project -USA andGlobal
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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.
Podfic Time – “Still Driving” by monicawoe
If you’ve caught our interview with monicawoe, you know most of her stories center around the struggles of one demon-blood-addicted Sam Winchester. This is one of those short dark tales that leans into Monica’s storytelling ability.
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 & Sam Winchester
Summary:
Dean is driving the car.
That’s all he’s doing. He’s got his eyes on the road, and hasn’t spared a glance at Sam for a solid forty minutes.
Sandra and Kasey were lucky to chat with a fanfic author who has contributed over 100 Supernatural stories to the Archive of Our Own library for the fandom to enjoy and consume for well over a decade.
Known as monicawoe on AO3 and Tumblr, Monica is a self-proclaimed multifandom writer, and her Supernatural corner of fanfiction is just as varied and explorative. But Kasey may have found their kindred fic spirit when it comes to Sam and the question, “What if it just bends a little?”
Find Monicawoe’s Supernatural fics here on AO3.
The artwork that started it all for Monicawoe and Quickreaver:
Quickreaver’s illustration of Monicawoe’s story “Best Self”
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:22 - When did Monica get into Supernatural?
00:09:24 - Monica’s blorbo?
00:13:46 - Favorite Sam voice?
00:19:20 - Why did Monica bail on the show at S10?
00:24:26 - The Dean Dilemma
00:27:06 - Love for Lucifer Sam and the Suit
00:34:58 - The Celebration of Boy King Sam
00:37:22 - Back in the day - Big Bangs on Live Journal
00:41:28 - Collaborating with Quickreaver
00:44:06 - Monica’s love of horror
00:46:28 - The Villain Arc
00:48:04 - Categorizing Fics - All the ‘Cests
00:50:32 - Co-writing with Quickreaver
00:58:58 - Mystery Spot?
01:04:24 - Kasey gets stuck on S7
01:05:11 - Sam Season Hair Rankings
01:09:08 - Monica’s SPN rewatch order
01:11:55 - FanFic tropes Monica leans into
01:16:05 - Monica’s fave ‘Cest
01:19:30 - Digging into Monica’s writing style and technique
01:24:48 - The Co-writing Dance
01:27:53 - The mechanics of a Reverse Big Bang
01:28:49 - Justice for the Samifer Suit
01:30:07 - The support of the creative community
01:31:58 - Some of Monica’s fave personal fics
01:42:18 - It all comes back to Mystery Spot
01:43:27 - Some of Monica’s fave fanfic authors
01:46:52 - When did the fandom suspect Chuck was God?
01:51:46 - The many artists Monica has collabed with
01:55:52 - Kasey’s questions
01:58:11 - Thanks and final thoughts from Monica
02:04:10 - More Boy-King, Less Boinking
02:07:19 - Outro
Sandra and Kasey talked with someone who has gone all in to explore the results of fanfiction and collaboration colliding in an online community. This episode features a lively and in-depth discussion of the fandom ecosystem and collective cognition with anthropologist Nicole. Nicole completed research that studied a FanFic-centric Supernatural Discord server and its members. No, not Idling’s. However, Nicole’s dissertation highlighted many topics that are often touched upon in this podcast.
Cause really, if there isn’t group griping and despair about the writing process, is it even fanfic?
Related Discussion Links and Contact Info
Nicole can be contacted via email and on Bluesky
Nicole’s episode reference doc
Transformative Works and Cultures - Transformative Works and Cultures (TWC) is an international, peer-reviewed journal published by the Organization for Transformative Works. TWC publishes articles about transformative works, broadly conceived and articles about the fan community.
An IITI episode with MJ (Incog_Ninja) about Sexual Agency in FanFic
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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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Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:28 - The researcher behind the study
00:05:07 - Nicole’s personal fandom and fanfic journey
00:10:08 - Lurking and the methods of anthropology
00:17:46 - Why observe a SPN FanFic Discord server?
00:33:09 - The art of researching people
00:42:34 - Digital anonymity
00:54:54 - How the research changed?
01:02:50 - Collective cognition
01:22:25 - The self-promotional aspect of creating
01:28:39 - Reader norms and culture
01:46:18 - The collaboration of fanfic creation
01:52:38 - How much agency do fanfic writers have over their blorbos?
01:55:23 - How do writers write for their reader insert audience?
02:00:23 - The magic of reality in fiction
02:02:39 - Is Dean Winchester running the show?
02:07:57 - Who has ownership over a fictional character?
02:13:24 - How fanatical is the Supernatural fandom?
02:25:22 - How fanon influences canon
02:30:20 - Nicole’s final research thoughts
02:33:45 - Closing thoughts and outro
Sandra and Kasey are doing a character(s) deep dive into the Princes of Hell in this episode. Lucifer’s creations are varied and these demons have had an important role since the very start of Supernatural. But don’t worry, Sandra and Kasey have plenty of hot takes on ‘em!
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:49 - Character Deep Dive Subject
00:01:17 - Demons started it all?
00:05:19 - Religious references in SPN canon
00:07:02 - Lucifer’s First Creations - Lilith and Alastair
00:12:42 - Kasey’s issue with the US Asmodeus pronunciation
00:13:47 - Azazel
00:25:04 - Dagon
00:30:03 - Ramiel
00:35:50 - Asmodeus
00:46:16 - Hell is leaderless after the POH storyline
00:48:36 - Closing thoughts and outro
If you’ve been listening to the podcast lately, you have heard snippets about Kasey, Dreamer, and Sandra’s collective experience participating in the 2024 Wincest Big Bang. They wanted to find a way to spotlight all the other amazing creators and posted a survey in the WBB discord server. Have a listen to the responses. (Disclaimer - They may have been a bit tipsy during the recording.) Find Dreamer on tumblr, Discord (runawaydr3amerao3), and AO3 (runawaydr3amer).
Story and art collaborations by survey responders:
Writer amusawale - “Brothers Sun Wincest AU” art by 2BlueShoes
Artist Bluefire986 - “every man you’ve ever been” written by according2thelore; “One Way Or Another” by samanddean76; “Big Brother, Little Brother” by hootiepgh
Writer fictionallemons - “Put Us Back Together At Heart” art by MidnightSilver
Writer Jld71 - “Broken Trust” art by i-already-know-im-going-2-hell
Artist Mörökölli - “The Choiceless Hope” written by AmyPond45; “Your Ghost” written by D4tD
Want to experience all the glorious submissions for the 2024 Wincest Big Bang? Visit the tumblr masterpost! Shower the creators with love and appreciation for all their hard work!
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:12 - Writer amusawale
00:11:52 - Writer Jld71
00:16:36 - Artist Mörökölli
00:21:14 - Writer fictionallemons
00:26:24 - Artist (and WBB Mod!) Bluefire986
00:33:03 - Closing Thoughts and Outro
A Verses Virtuoso joined Sandra and Kasey in this episode! If you’re a lover of Wincest or J2 fanfic, then you’re more than likely familiar with the author compo67. Posting on AO3 since 2013, Cal has graced the fandom with almost 300 stories. Their work mainly encompasses verses still being added to over a decade later and totals millions of fanfic words!
You can find compo67’s fics (and verses) here on AO3.
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:52 - When did Cal get into Supernatural?
00:04:53 - Was there Supernatural bingeing?
00:06:46 - Cal’s intro to Supernatural was bumpy
00:10:27 - Is it Sam or Dean for Cal?
00:15:06 - Mystery Spot thoughts
00:21:20 - Some of Cal’s favorite characters
00:23:54 - Did Cal watch Supernatural to the very end?
00:35:12 - Does Cal have any canonical ships?
00:38:52 - When did Wincest click for Cal?
00:44:12 - When did Cal’s love of fanfiction begin?
00:47:46 - What came first, original fiction or fanfic?
00:51:33 - The Verse Virtuoso
00:58:34 - The Chicago Verse
01:01:16 - The richness and diversity of the Chicago neighborhood
01:02:08 - Has the show ending affected any of Cal’s story directions?
01:03:32 - The comfort of writing
01:06:17 - The breadth and bits of Chicago Verse
01:09:42 - Cal’s personal imprint on TCV
01:13:37 - It Takes Verse
01:20:19 - Big Bang Experiences
01:22:59 - Minutes Past Midnight Verse
01:24:42 - Voicing diversity and being inclusive in fiction
01:39:59 - Palo Alto Verse
01:46:46 - The ebb and flow of writing inspiration
01:50:21 - Deciding between Wincest or J2
01:52:47 - Fielding readers’ requests and making friends in fandom
01:54:59 - Have fic expectations changed in fandom?
01:58:30 - The highs and lows of the SPN fandom
02:01:16 - Does Cal have a favorite fic baby?
02:03:27 - The archiving of fanfic
02:05:52 - What writers does Cal fan over?
02:12:28 - Cal’s fanfic classic recs
02:14:09 - The Compo connection!
02:21:26 - Kasey’s last question
02:28:36 - Words of wisdom from Cal
02:35:49 - Final thoughts and Outro
Sandra and Kasey are kicking off the new year with a spotlight on Supernatural fandom members who developed challenges inspiring creativity within the community. Kym, known as deanwinchesterswitch on tumblr and WinchesterWytch on AO3, is the moderator for Jensen Acklesverse Bingo, which is in its second round. Stacey, known as PrincessMisery666 on tumblr and PrincessMisery86 on AO3, is the creator of Alphabet Quest, a new spin on prompt fills. Though writing challenges are not a new concept, both of these ladies have made theirs distinctive, fresh, and flexible. It’s all about bingos and quests on today’s episode, with two of the biggest cheerleaders in the fandom!
Links to challenges:
Jensen Acklesverse Bingo
Alphabet Quest (Update - Sign-ups are open again!)
Reach out to and read stories by these marvelous mods:
Kym’s Run to You series (Dean/OFC)
Stacey’s Samnesia (Sam/OFC)
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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
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:34 - The origin story of Kym and Stacey
00:04:39 - What makes a great lifelong fandom friend?
00:06:37 - How friends influence creativity
00:08:25 - Cheerleading friends become fanfic instigators
00:11:10 - The Supernatural fandom - then versus now
00:14:31 - The Stamp of Approval Discord server
00:20:44 - Other ways to collaborate?
00:25:22 - The micro vs macro aspect to challenges
00:29:54 - The search for a fanfic space
00:33:27 - All about Alphabet Quest
00:49:52 - The Jensen of it all - Jacklesverse Bingo
00:56:31 - Creating community within challenges
00:59:05 - Kym’s decision to run a second bingo round
01:00:20 - The opportunity for engagement and connection
01:03:15 - Any changes in Kym’s second bingo round
01:06:42 - Do the challenger creators have time to create?
01:13:51 - Hopes for fellow creators
01:17:57 - The waning of SPN fandom
01:22:23 - Closing thoughts
01:29:54 - Outro
Kasey and Sandra are taking some time to reflect on 2024 as they wrap up Season 3 of the podcast. It’s been a ride! Listen to things they’ve learned, things they’re thankful for, and things on the horizon for Season 4.
The video version is available to our Ko-Fi supporters in our Discord’s “Glove Box” channel. Become a member here: https://ko-fi.com/idlingintheimpala/tiers
In this episode, get the details about the giveaway they’re having for Ko-Fi members (become a member by January 31st to be entered automatically).
Here’s Kasey’s Dino Doc!
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We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.
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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) or leave us a voicemail!
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:50 - The Podcast Mascot
00:03:31 - Happy 3rd Birthday IITI!
00:04:29 - Making ourselves presentable for a video for our supporters
00:11:36 - How it started, how it’s going
00:17:55 - Long-Time Listeners
00:19:09 - Having More Creators on the Podcast
00:20:41 - Our little corner in the SPN podcast offerings
00:23:56 - Finding our Work/Life/Podcast Balance
00:25:17 - We came for the smut and stayed for the story
00:30:41 - The farther away we get from the show ending…
00:32:25 - Listener Shout-Outs and Updates
00:43:24 - Ko-Fi Supporter Roll Call!
00:44:10 - Podcast Guest Blorbo Tally
00:47:46 - Kasey’s Secret Question Results!
00:59:17 - January Giveaway for our Ko-Fi Supporters
01:05:05 - Reminiscing over our old intro skits
01:05:54 - What have we got planned for 2025?
01:09:56 - Outro
Sandra and Kasey are taking a break this holiday season! They’re doing a quick check-in for this episode. Stay tuned for a birthday episode when they return to regularly scheduled programming on December 31st!
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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) or leave us a voicemail!
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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.
If you want to hear from a Supernatural author who unleashes her imagination and pushes as many boundaries as possible, look no further than this interview Sandra and Kasey had with AJ. The Wincest fandom has been gifted with the return of her creative contributions after a decade-long hiatus.
AJ writes stories that are humorous, dark, edgy, and sexy ~ but don’t ever expect an ounce of fluff.
(Disclaimer: heavy subject matter, covering family, parent/child dynamics)
You can find AJ’s work on AO3.
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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) or leave us a voicemail!
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:45 - How long has AJ been listening to the IITI chaos?
00:04:12 - Repetition instills confidence
00:05:04 - When did AJ start watching Supernatural?
00:07:40 - AJ’s Winchester blorbo
00:16:11 - The thirst is real
00:18:30 - Overall thoughts on the show
00:24:00 - What kept AJ coming back to the show?
00:26:42 - Found family and trauma recovery
00:27:49 - AJ’s therapy journey
00:33:00 - Discussing John Winchester
01:00:18 - AJ’s dilemma with John
01:01:42 - Where AJ’s love of fanfiction began
01:08:17 - Getting into Supernatural slash fic
01:10:42 - A cautionary tale about writing fic in school
01:20:47 - Writing is a family thing
01:21:24 - Reading and writing do not go hand in hand
01:26:28 - Getting back into Supernatural fanfiction a decade later
01:27:21 - Being Dean Coded
01:30:19 - What got AJ writing again?
01:33:07 - Oh my Chuck
01:42:08 - The John and Dean of it all
01:44:51 - Crackin’ Open a Cold One
01:50:14 - Pushing the limits
01:53:57 - AJ avoids fluff at all costs
02:05:20 - Some of AJ’s favorite fanfic writers
02:13:17 - Kasey’s Questions
02:21:21 - Words of wisdom for fellow writers
02:28:55 - Final thoughts and outro
If you’ve been listening to the podcast lately, you have heard snippets about Kasey, Dreamer, and Sandra’s collective experience participating in this year’s Wincest Big Bang. Now that the Bang is over, it’s time to reflect on their experiences. So, Dreamer is along for the ride. Find Dreamer on tumblr, Discord (runawaydr3amerao3), and AO3 (runawaydr3amer).
Last up but most certainly not least (or shortest!) to discuss the WBB is Dreamer, with her Unrelated Wincest mega-fic “Drag Out From Your Mouth.” (Check out the song that inspired the fic title.)
(Disclaimer/Trigger Warnings - SA and Non-Con in fanfiction)
You can read the fic on AO3 here. Check out the accompanying artwork masterpost by i_already_know_im_going_to_hell.
Want to read all the glorious submissions for the 2024 Wincest Big Bang? Visit the tumblr masterpost! Shower the creators with love and appreciation for all the hard work!
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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
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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)
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:05:55 - Dreamer’s First Big Bang
00:10:04 - Why the Wincest Big Bang?
00:11:32 - The hurdles Dreamer had to overcome
00:18:10 - Dreamer needed some distance before talking about her Big Bang story
00:24:25 - The story breakdown
00:31:20 - How Sam processes and lives with trauma
00:45:14 - Where did Dreamer get the story idea?
00:49:06 - Why unrelated Wincest?
00:50:20 - The discourse surrounding unrelated Wincest
00:54:55 - Six Degrees of unrelated Wincest
01:03:45 - The feedback on Dreamer’s story
01:10:27 - Dreamer loves a redemption arc
01:18:44 - The structure of the story
01:22:15 - Stretching the definition of Epistolary
01:27:44 - Being objective in exposition
01:30:12 - Formatting the Fic
01:34:29 - Thoroughly Modern Sam and Dean
01:52:23 - Breaking down Sam’s dream in Chapter 4
02:10:16 - The Horny on Main climax
02:22:01 - Kasey is the MVP
02:43:04 - Dreamer’s overall Big Bang experience
02:48:00 - Dreamer’s collaboration with artist I-already-know-im-going-2-hell
03:03:35 - Would Dreamer do another Big Bang?
03:12:59 - Dreamer’s thanks shout-outs
03:15:07 - Outro
It’s a holiday week in the US! No matter where you are in the world, if you’re listening, Kasey and Sandra want you to know how thankful they are to have you along for the ride. They’ll be back for a full episode next Tuesday. Below is a past episode related to the holiday if you need an Idling in the Impala fix!
Giving Thanks with the Winchesters (2023)
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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) or leave us a voicemail!
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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)
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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.
If you’ve been listening to the podcast lately, you have heard snippets about Kasey, Dreamer, and Sandra’s collective experience participating in this year’s Wincest Big Bang. Now that the Bang is over, it’s time to reflect on their experiences. So, Dreamer is along for the ride. Find Dreamer on tumblr, Discord (runawaydr3amerao3), and AO3 (runawaydr3amer).
Second to be taken to task is Kasey, with their Sam/Dean story “Scents of Home.”
You can read the fic on AO3 here. The glorious artwork by malefantasy has its own LiveJournal post here.
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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) or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
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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)
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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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:00 - How Kasey, Dreamer, and Sandra got into the 2024 Wincest Big Bang
00:04:05 - This is Kasey’s first Big Bang
00:06:21 - What drew Kasey to the challenge?
00:14:06 - Where did the story idea for Scents of Home originate?
00:23:50 - Scents of Home summary
00:38:30 - What were some scenes Kasey wanted to write?
00:51:30 - Dean cries a lot in this fic
00:53:45 - Kasey had to cut some of the smut for… reasons
00:56:10 - The story shift and the Jacksonville, Florida event
00:58:30 - Stumbling on Poughkeepsie and finding a case for the boys
01:10:15 - How Kasey made scents of the story
01:12:15 - The happy ending and what ifs of Home
01:13:40 - The evolution of Vanilla
01:15:00 - Did the story end up the way Kasey had first envisioned?
01:24:50 - The gender fluid of it all
01:33:40 - What would Kasey have changed if there weren’t specific story points Dreamer wanted them to hit?
01:49:55 - How irritated is Kasey about having to post the entire fic in one go?
01:50:30 - Kasey’s thoughts about the Bang process and schedule
01:54:10 - Kasey’s artist partner, malefantasy
01:56:30 - The possibility of art in Scents of Home
02:02:40 - Going back to the original story idea at some point
02:05:25 - Apologies for Junkies
02:07:03 - Would Kasey do another Big Bang?
02:12:00 - Final thoughts and outro
Sandra and Kasey had only scratched the surface with their first interview with Roni, the amazing author of Pine Sweat, and many other outstanding SPN fics. Though they no longer write for the SPN fandom, this discussion gets into the nitty gritty of writing, whether original or fanfic. It veers back into fandom territory and deep thoughts on what an author owes their readers. Such a great conversation! Have a listen!
Roni’s First Interview
Sandra and Kasey’s Pine Sweat Breakdown
Pine Sweat PodFic by Sandra
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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) or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
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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 supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:30 - Roni's plunge into writing original sci-fi
00:12:30 - Worldbuilding and plotting - original vs. fanfic
00:21:30 - Roni's username change and the fanfic author bias
00:26:00 - Character creation cherry pickin'
00:29:00 - Roni's current fandoms
00:34:20 - Roni's niches in fanfic
00:37:00 - What streaming has taken away from media consumption?
00:41:00 - Where a fanfic author goes, readers may follow
00:45:30 - Why is Roni not writing for SPN anymore?
00:48:50 - Thoughts on orphaning and creators' rights to their work
01:01:00 - A consumer's right to safekeeping media
01:06:00 - The time capsule aspect of media
01:16:00 - Authors inserting themselves into readers' spaces
01:23:00 - The responsibility of the consumer
01:30:00 - What did Roni enjoy exploring with the Winchesters?
01:47:00 - Economical writing
01:52:20 - Write how people speak and finding your style
02:07:00 - Kasey's question
02:09:00 - Roni's words of wisdom for writers
02:11:40 - Final thoughts and outro
If you’ve been listening to the podcast lately, you have heard snippets about Kasey, Dreamer, and Sandra’s collective experience participating in this year’s Wincest Big Bang. Now that the Bang is over, it’s time to reflect on their experiences. So, Dreamer is along for the ride. Find Dreamer on tumblr, Discord (runawaydr3amerao3), and AO3 (runawaydr3amer).
First to be taken to task is Sandra, with her Sam/Dean story “Strip It Down.”
You can read the fic here. You can listen to the podfic here. And, you can bask in the glorious artwork by MidnightSilver here.
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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) or leave us a voicemail!
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 Idling in the Impala Podcast supports
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
U.S. Presidential Election is today! (at time of episode release, November 5th) - Vote.org or Vote.gov
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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Chapter Timestamps
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:00 - How did Sandra, Kasey, and Dreamer get here?
00:08:00 - Sandra’s 2024 Wincest Big Bang experience
00:21:00 - Sandra’s WBB Story “Strip It Down”
00:29:00 - Dreamer is the best Beta (and Alpha)
00:40:00 - Dreamer and Kasey discuss story impressions
01:05:00 - The musical inspiration for the story
01:09:00 - Sam’s disconnect in the story
01:14:00 - Where could Wincest happen in canon?
01:23:00 - Was the final version of the story what Sandra envisioned at the start?
01:26:00 - Sandra’s final thoughts on Big Bang process and collaborating with artist MidnightSilver
01:38:00 - Will Sandra do another Big Bang?
01:40:00 - The pros of being “Horny on Main”
01:49:30 - Get in touch with and support IITI!
Sandra and Kasey invited Joey and Ted back to talk about the things that go bump in the night. Halloween is right around the corner so the chat runs the gamut: urban legends, cryptids, time-traveling aliens, horror movies, and even a bit of wishful thinking from Joey as to what creatures he’s hoping to see the boys encounter on Supernatural. As always it was a fun ~ if not exhausting (you’ll have to listen to understand why) ~ episode. Trick or treat!
Sites and articles on the Legend of Goatman:
https://ghostsofdc.org/2023/11/03/maryland-goatman-legend-bowie/
https://boundarystones.weta.org/2023/10/27/goatman-prince-georges-county
https://www.hyattsvillewire.com/2021/02/23/goatman-prince-georges-county/
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Sandra and Kasey have amazing listeners that give them lots to ponder. One of their Discord server members, fictionnallemons, suggested they rank the best and worst character deaths on Supernatural.
They didn’t rank as much as pick a handful. Hey, ranking rehab is a journey. Take it easy on them.
Here’s the list of characters Kasey mentioned in the episode.
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Podfic Time – “Cards on the Table” by fictionallemons
This is one of fictionallemons’ personal fic faves, and as soon as I started to narrate it, I could see why. It’s all the happy and growing old together we crave for the boys, whether you ship Wincest or not. It’s about giving them true peace when they are done with the big bad that’s Chuck… and receiving all the love they deserve.
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/Sam Winchester
Summary:
After Jack leaves, it’s just the two of them left in the bunker. Dean realizes what he wants next, and decides to put all his cards on the table at last.
Sandra and Kasey have had the distinct pleasure of crossing paths with one of the sweetest and supportive members in the SPN FanFic community. Lucky for you, you get to meet her too in this interview.
Fictionallemons has been posting fanfic on AO3 since 2014 for fandoms like Sherlock and the Mission: Impossible franchise. Her jump into Supernatural storytelling started in 2019. And almost 100 Wincest leaning fics later, she shows no sign of hopping off the SPN train.
Not to mention, she’s also a romance novelist. There was lots and lots to talk about in this interview.
You can find fictionallemons on AO3 and tumblr.
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It’s another Tags and Tropes episode in which Sandra and Kasey focus on a category or aspect of fanfiction they may or may not have delved into before. The tag up for discussion is Omegaverse AKA Alpha/Beta/Omega. This kink trope originated in J2 RPF and is one of the most complex and malleable examples of world-building fanfiction. There’s so much! Sandra and Kasey barely scratched the surface of this topic.
(Episodes always come with an explicit content rating, but be aware that this is definitely an NSFW listen.)
Link to Fanlore Page: https://fanlore.org/wiki/Alpha/Beta/Omega
The Fic that Started it All - I ain't no lady, but you'd be the tramp by tehdirtiestsock (thatotherperv)
Stats breakdown can be found in this document.
Links to fics discussed and fic recs can be found in this document.
Listen to Kasey’s Consent Masterclass in the Fact versus Fiction Consent Episode.
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Sandra and Kasey discuss the later-season addition of Jack to the Supernatural roster. The character introduction, portrayal by Alexander Calvert, relationship dynamics ~ the chat runs the gamut. There are even thoughts about what type of dog Jack is! Come on, you’re not surprised by that tangent if you’ve listened to this podcast before.
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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.
Sandra and Kasey are having a blast chatting with FanFic authors on the podcast. Case in point: This episode. Known as Zeppelin_Skies on AO3, Alex was an absolute delight to talk to about Reader-Insert and OFC. Alex has dozens of stories that center around a variety of characters brought to life by Jensen Ackles. Self-proclaimed “Hopeless Romantic and DeanGirl” she’s been sharing her work since 2017. Sandra may have found a kindred spirit who absolutely loves feeding one Dean Winchester. Enjoy the listen!
Check out Alex’s stories on AO3 and tumblr.
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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.
Sandra and Kasey have been teasing and misleading with the double-entendre episode titles long enough. It’s time! After a comment from a listener, they decided to take the plunge and give you all their takes on whether certain SPN characters bottom, top, switch… for realsies! Well, for realsies in a fictional sense.
Disclaimer: This episode is for fun and entertainment purposes and includes Sandra and Kasey’s thoughts on FICTIONAL characters and sexual dynamics/positions. Heed the rest of the disclaimers in the episode intro. They’ll totally get it if you have to skip this one.
Mentions/References
Podcast Episode - Sam Tops, Dean Bottoms
Kasey’s Fic Rec (Jody/Sam) - [kink #18] pegging by winchestersinthedrift
Sandra’s Fic Rec (Donna/Dean) - Fudge Buddies by jscribbles
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Sandra and Kasey had an Idling Book Club moment and… brace yourself… Kasey had notes! Like, prepared notes and everything. You’re intrigued now, aren’t you?
Do you enjoy paranormal romance? How about something inspired by a little television show called Supernatural? Are you a lover of Wincest or J2 fanfic? Then this author interview is for you.
Laura Rye and Bailey R. Hansen are co-authors of the “A Monster By Any Other Name” Series. Sandra and Kasey read the first book in the series, “Freak Camp,” before the September 7th release of Book 4, “Fortress.”
(Note: “Fortress” was originally scheduled to release September 1st if there’s any confusion when listening.)
Sandra and Kasey had an amazing discussion with Laura and Bailey about fandom, fanfic, and the road to publishing original fiction.
Laura and Bailey’s websites:
freakcamp.com
baileyrhansen.com
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It’s the unofficial end of summer in the US with the Labor Day holiday and back-to-school time in the UK! Sandra and Kasey are taking a full-episode podcast break. Enjoy this short-ish episode!
Link to US DOL Labor Day page!
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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.
It’s another Tags and Tropes episode where Sandra and Kasey focus on a category or aspect of fanfiction they may or may not have delved into before. The tag up for discussion is Sx Pollen/Curse and its fic cousin F** or Die. (Episodes always come with an explicit content rating but be aware this is definitely an NSFW listen.)
Links to references and fic recs can be found in this document.
Listen to Kasey’s Consent Masterclass in the Fact versus Fiction Consent Episode.
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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.
Podfic Time – “Demon Deals” by Jld71
Jen is delving deep into the “Winchesters: We Need Therapy” territory with this story. There’s a lot of angst and whump but it’s a great take on how much one is willing to sacrifice for another person’s happiness.
Please visit the fic onAO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
You can listen to ALL our Ramble On PodFics by visiting our AO3 Series.
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Teen
Summary:
Sam is still mourning the death of Jessica, despite the years that have passed. In his anger, he blames Dean for her death. Dean makes a sacrifice for Sam.
Sandra and Kasey were lucky enough to get another fantastic creator on the podcast to chat. Known as JLD71 on AO3, Jen has created hundreds of stories and digital pieces of art in the Supernatural fandom. She’s been sharing her work, which has an emphasis on Wincest and J2, since 2017. A love of storytelling has led her to beta for other writers, as well as participate in and moderate a vast array of challenges and events. She’s so prolific, Kasey and Sandra are seriously wondering when she has time to sleep!
Check out Jen’s stories and artwork on AO3.
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We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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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.
It’s been a while but the Agent of Chaos and Kink is back for another very important lecture.
Today’s subject matter in Sex Education with Kasey is hygiene. The breadth of material to cover required so much detailed research (and compromising of Internet browser search history) that an assistant was needed. Lucky for us all, Dreamer was up for the challenge!
This is Part Two of the discussion. Part One can be listened to here.
Disclaimer - Some squick in the discussion may be uncomfortable for listeners. The discussion is meant for entertainment purposes and not medical advice.
Kasey and Dreamer’s Class Materials can be accessed here.
Find Dreamer on tumblr, Discord (runawaydr3amerao3), and AO3 (runawaydr3amer).
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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.
It’s been a while but the Agent of Chaos and Kink is back for another very important lecture.
Today’s subject matter in Sex Education with Kasey is hygiene. The breadth of material to cover required so much detailed research (and compromising of Internet browser search history) that an assistant was needed. Lucky for us all, Dreamer was up for the challenge!
This is Part 1 of the discussion. Part 2 will be out soon!
Disclaimer - Some squick in the discussion may be uncomfortable for listeners. The discussion is meant for entertainment purposes and not medical advice.
Kasey and Dreamer’s Class Materials can be accessed here.
Find Dreamer on tumblr, Discord (runawaydr3amerao3), and AO3 (runawaydr3amer).
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We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.
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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.
Podfic Time – “Samnesia” by PrincessMisery86
Are you ready for a legit romance with all the fluff, angst, hurt/comfort… and a smattering of smut, with one Sam Winchester?
The care and time Stacey spent on this beautifully crafted story are evident right from the start. It checks all the boxes for me regarding a great romance with a happily ever after.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment (and bask in the beautiful graphic headers by @talesmaniac89 and art by @slytherkins) - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Sam Winchester/Original Female Character
Summary:
Brooke is a calming distraction from the chaotic mess of Sam's life. When a hunt keeps them separated for over a month, Sam returns to find she no longer remembers him. The need to find out what happened while he was gone sends Sam on a case that will change the course of his life. What he discovers along the way will change the way he looks at love.
Sandra and Kasey have another Moose Lover in the backseat! Known as PrincessMisery86 on AO3, Stacey has posted over 160 stories since 2019. Her work covers a variety of fandoms, including Top Gun, MCU, DCU, and, of course, Supernatural. This Reader Insert/OFC writer enjoys healthy doses of angst, fluff, and smut, with a flight of tasty hot men ~ Sam Winchester in particular!
Check out Stacey’s stories on AO3.
Want to participate in a fun and creative prompt challenge? Learn more about Alphabet Quest, which Stacey is hosting! Sign up by August 29th!
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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.
What does a podcast need? Listeners. Luckily, Sandra and Kasey have some of the best ones around. They’re spotlighting Idling in the Impala listeners in this episode. Specifically, they’re deep-diving into comments and interactions during April, May, and June.
As mentioned in the podcast, here’s the link for the Podfics in the Impala series on AO3:
https://archiveofourown.org/series/2964867
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For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
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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.
It’s a thing, Sandra and Kasey are making it a thing. It’s a season-by-season (cross fingers) rewatch with Joey (first-time watcher) and Ted (dragged into already too many rewatches by his wife, Sandra). This episode Season 2 is the focus, where all hell broke loose.
There are predictions and deep discussions. Enjoy the road trip!
Reference ~ Supernatural Wiki Music Breakdown
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We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.
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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.
Sandra and Kasey discuss the Supernatural character Chuck Shurley, AKA God, and the meta of it all! Are fanfic authors the ultimate villains, like Chuck, playing god with these characters? Tell us your thoughts after you have a listen!
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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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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.
Sandra and Kasey are trying something new! This inaugural episode format called Tags and Tropes will focus on a category or aspect of fanfiction that Sandra and Kasey may or may not have delved into before. The first one they’re tackling is the story trope of De-Aging, which can be found on AO3 under the wrangled main tag “Age Regression/De-Aging.”
Fanlore page on De-Aging
Sandra’s Fic Find: As You Were by KatZen
PurpleEdge’s Rec: Goodnight, Moon by dragonflysoul
UK Election Links
How to vote: Overview - GOV.UK
Tactical Vote
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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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World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
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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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Jane, also known as ThatGirlJaneFox and ScaryVonJeannieStyne on AO3, has been a long time listener of the podcast and reached out to us last year. Jane’s a self-proclaimed White Witch from Scotland. When Sandra found that out, Jane was invited on to the podcast to discuss Supernatural and how it portrays witches and witchcraft.
You can read Jane’s works on AO3.
Episode Mention/Reference - Jane’s Late Friend’s Hayley’s Reptile Channel on YouTube
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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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World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
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Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
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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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Family don’t end in blood. And, apparently, family doesn’t end when you talk a relative’s ear off about Supernatural. Sandra and Kasey had a great time discussing Season 1 of Supernatural with first-time watcher, Joey. Oh, and Ted was along for the ride to provide a slightly less obsessive take on the Family Business.
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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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We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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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Podfic Time – “And She Was” by quickreaver
It’s kind of unfair how talented quickreaver is to be honest. Not only is she an amazing artist, but she is also an extremely talented writer. Once I got permission to narrate her stuff, I have to admit that I couldn’t decide. So, I ended up picking two. Here’s my second pick, “And She Was.” This one is less high stakes, more magic ~ Dean being Dean, Sam being so over him, per usual. The voices of the characters really ring authentic in this short supernatural story.
Please visit the fic onAO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Teen
Gen (No Pairing)
Summary:
The one where Sam has cause to hate witches as much as Dean does. Or maybe not.
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Kasey couldn’t help themselves after listening to Sandra’s Bang and Bingo update ~ they signed up for JAcklesVerse Bingo AND the Wincest Big Bang! Listen to Kasey’s experience and discussion on the fruits of their labor!
Kasey’s Bingo Square Stories
(K)not For Sale
Demon Dreams (Ch. 1 of Dreams)
Learn More About The Challenges
Jensen Acklesverse Bingo
Wincest Big Bang
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We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.
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We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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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Podfic Time – “Rabbits Scream” by quickreaver
It’s kind of unfair how talented quickreaver is to be honest. Not only is she an amazing artist, but she is also an extremely talented writer. Once I got permission to narrate her stuff, I admit I couldn’t decide. So, I ended up picking two. First up is Rabbits Scream. I was immediately captivated by how the words in this story painted each moment in vivid detail.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Gen (No Pairing)
Summary:
Sam is still seeing the Devil, but he's dealing. Dealing in ways he could never predict. A simple morning jog takes a wrong turn that just may put him in the right place after all.
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Add another check to the Sam column! Sandra and Kasey had the privilege of talking to the awesomely accomplished Cris, known as quickreaver in the SPN fandom. Cris describes herself as Sam-centric and Dean-flavored. With over 75 works on AO3, consisting of both written and digital art, she’s been creating in the Supernatural community since the heyday of LiveJournal.
Sandra and Kasey were in awe of this legend and talent. Listen, and you will be blown away as well.
You can find Cris on AO3 and tumblr.
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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
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Visit our Ko-fi page, join one of our monthly membership tiers and get some extra perks.
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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 purposes of transformative commentary and analysis. We believe 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 miniscule portion of the original work, and serve to illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. We believe this use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, ultimately strengthening its cultural significance.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
It’s the unofficial start of summer in the US and Memorial Day. Sandra and Kasey are taking a full-episode podcast break. But, pop in to listen and find out what they’ve got coming up over the next couple of months.
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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Our Discord #backseat Channel.
Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.
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We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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 purposes of transformative commentary and analysis. We believe 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 miniscule portion of the original work, and serve to illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. We believe this use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, ultimately strengthening its cultural significance.
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Podfic Time – “Pine sweat (INTOXICATION)” by applecrumbledore
Thanks to Roni (applecrumbledore) for permission to narrate their incredible story. Here’s Chapter 7 - INTOXICATION
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary:
Sam watched Dean hack up firewood with his hatchet. The magically-induced heat wave had his shirt soaked with sweat.
“Did you ever have a, uh… experimental phase?” Sam smacked his lips, trying to think of a diplomatic way to phrase it. “That kid—by which I mean you—has been staring. At me. Kind of a lot.”
(Sam and Dean get sent back to 1996 and go on a hunt with their teenaged selves. The kids don't know who they are.)
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Subject Matter Disclaimer: This podfic contains adult material of a sexual and graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised, and be mindful of the tags. Feel free to hop out of the backseat if that’s not your thing. Dean won’t hold it against you. More than likely, he or Sam or some other SPN character or any number of character combinations will be too busy holding other things against others to give it a second thought. If you’ve buckled up and are ready for the drive, please check your Bluetooth connections and/or plug in those headphones before the engine starts.
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As part of Sandra and Kasey’s ranking rehab, they’re addressing the underlying issues that contribute to their addiction. One of those issues is the amazing characters on Supernatural. So, why not rank their favorites?
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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
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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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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 purposes of transformative commentary and analysis. We believe 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 miniscule portion of the original work, and serve to illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. We believe this use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, ultimately strengthening its cultural significance.
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May 4th, 2024 is a day that Kasey will never forget! They met Jared Padalecki –the keeper of Sam Winchester– at Comic Con Liverpool UK! Special Con Field Reporter, Ted, is along for the ride with Sandra to hear all about the chaos that occurred. Trust us, you’re going to want to listen. It’s a long one, y’all!
References/Mentions
Comic Con Event Map (you’ll need it!)
Moth & Magpie Shop (Wax Melts that Smell Like Jared)
IWG Shop (Team Moose shirt)
Liverpool Supernatural Panel with Jared and Mark Sheppard
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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 purposes of transformative commentary and analysis. We believe 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 miniscule portion of the original work, and serve to illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. We believe this use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, ultimately strengthening its cultural significance.
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Did you think Sandra and Kasey forgot about Canon Fodder? It has been more than a minute since they’ve done one, so it’s a logical assumption.
They’re bringing it back in 2024 but with a twist. The Idling in the Impala Discord server is a happening place where talented authors hang out. The Discord server has a channel for these lovely writers to self-rec the awesome stories they’ve created. Sandra and Kasey brought a couple of these recs for you to experience.
Kasey’s Fic Rec
Sam/Reader, Dean/Reader (Rated Explicit): Heat by jinkieswouldyoulookatthis
Sandra’s Fic Rec
AU, General, Pre-Series (Rated Teen): Beneath Your Wings (Part of The Older Brother Verse) by Edge_of_Clairvoyance
(Cause Sandra can’t rec enough Edge, here’s another one: Loose Spirits)
PodFic of Sweet Sixteen (yep, another Edge one)
Come join the fun in the IITI Discord server!
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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 purposes of transformative commentary and analysis. We believe 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 miniscule portion of the original work, and serve to illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. We believe this use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, ultimately strengthening its cultural significance.
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Podfic Time – “Double Booked (Chapter 11)” by darali_starscream
Since I knew I wouldn’t be able to read this kinky piece of awesomeness in its entirety, it was the narrator’s choice. Bet you can’t figure out who the subject of this particular chapter will be. (wink, wink)
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Chapter 11: Dean Winchester/Reader
Summary:
A non-chronological log of various encounters, incidents, and exchanges of things. Mostly kinky. Mind the tags please.
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Subject Matter Disclaimer: This podfic contains adult material of a sexual and graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised, and be mindful of the tags. Feel free to hop out of the backseat if that’s not your thing. Dean won’t hold it against you. More than likely, he or Sam or some other SPN character or any number of character combinations will be too busy holding other things against others to give it a second thought. If you’ve buckled up and are ready for the drive, please check your Bluetooth connections and/or plug in those headphones before the engine starts.
By proceeding, you understand that Idling in the Impala is not responsible for any embarrassment, cringe, or adverse consequences that may occur as a result of the listener failing to conduct these checks.
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Sandra and Kasey were excited to welcome back BJ, darali_starscream on AO3, to talk about her current in-progress/posted work, Double Booked.
The Sam/Reader/Dean fic summary on AO3 reads: “A non-chronological log of various encounters, incidents, and exchanges of things. Mostly kinky. Mind the tags please.”
This brief summary doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface of the themes and characterizations lying in wait for a reader to uncover under mind-blowing smut. It’s blown up on AO3 with over 17,000 hits at the time of recording. It seemed like a great time to gently take this author to task. Luckily, BJ agreed.
You can read Double-Booked here.
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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)! Message or drop us an ask on tumblr, DM us on Twitter, or leave us a voicemail!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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 purposes of transformative commentary and analysis. We believe 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 miniscule portion of the original work, and serve to illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. We believe this use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, ultimately strengthening its cultural significance.
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Podfic Time – “Midnight Espresso” by Zeppelin_Skies
Happiest of birthdays to SPN FanFic Pond member zepskies (Zeppelin_Skies on AO3)! I’m honored she enjoyed my take on her story “Smoke Eater” (Chapter 1) enough to pick another narration for her birthday gift prize! This go-round I’m tackling “Midnight Espresso.” I apologize in advance for my Spanish! Dean would not be impressed. But, all that aside, it’s a great hunters-to-lovers fic. Have a listen!
Visit the story on AO3 here, and don’t forget to give it a kudo and comment!
Learn more about SPN FanFic Pond and become a part of this amazing community of fanfic writers and readers: https://spnfanficpond.tumblr.com
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature (NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Reader
Summary:
You’ve never taken Dean’s flirting seriously…until he asks you for an impromptu Spanish lesson.
[Dean Winchester x Plus-Sized/Latina!Reader]
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Subject Matter Disclaimer: This podfic contains adult material of a sexual and graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised, and be mindful of the tags. Feel free to hop out of the backseat if that’s not your thing. Dean won’t hold it against you. More than likely, he or Sam or some other SPN character or any number of character combinations will be too busy holding other things against others to give it a second thought. If you’ve buckled up and are ready for the drive, please check your Bluetooth connections and/or plug in those headphones before the engine starts.
By proceeding, you understand that Idling in the Impala is not responsible for any embarrassment, cringe, or adverse consequences that may occur as a result of the listener failing to conduct these checks.
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What does a podcast need? Listeners. Luckily, Sandra and Kasey have some of the best ones around. They’re spotlighting Idling in the Impala listeners in this episode. Specifically, they’re deep-diving into comments and interactions during the months of February and March.
Hopefully, this becomes an every few months thing. As always, they hope you enjoy the ride and thank you for listening!
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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)! Message or drop us an ask on tumblr, DM us on Twitter, or leave us a voicemail!
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 support us for all this AWESOME content?
Visit our Ko-fi page, join one of our monthly membership tiers and get some extra perks.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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 purposes of transformative commentary and analysis. We believe 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 miniscule portion of the original work, and serve to illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. We believe this use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, ultimately strengthening its cultural significance.
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Podfic Time – “Pine sweat (DESIRE, BUT WORSE)” by applecrumbledore
Thanks to Roni (applecrumbledore) for permission to narrate their incredible story. Here’s Chapter 6 - DESIRE, BUT WORSE.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary:
Sam watched Dean hack up firewood with his hatchet. The magically-induced heat wave had his shirt soaked with sweat.
“Did you ever have a, uh… experimental phase?” Sam smacked his lips, trying to think of a diplomatic way to phrase it. “That kid—by which I mean you—has been staring. At me. Kind of a lot.”
(Sam and Dean get sent back to 1996 and go on a hunt with their teenaged selves. The kids don't know who they are.)
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Subject Matter Disclaimer: This podfic contains adult material of a sexual and graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised, and be mindful of the tags. Feel free to hop out of the backseat if that’s not your thing. Dean won’t hold it against you. More than likely, he or Sam or some other SPN character or any number of character combinations will be too busy holding other things against others to give it a second thought. If you’ve buckled up and are ready for the drive, please check your Bluetooth connections and/or plug in those headphones before the engine starts.
By proceeding, you understand that Idling in the Impala is not responsible for any embarrassment, cringe, or adverse consequences that may occur as a result of the listener failing to conduct these checks.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
It’s taken the converging of two Supernatural podcasts, but Sandra and Kasey have finally done it. There’s a Sam-focused topic up for discussion on this episode! (Fear not, Dean lovers, the shorter brother gets plenty of attention, too.)
Supernatural Opinions Podcast hosts, KJ and Meredith, jumped into the IITI backseat for this chat. Sandra and Kasey have recorded two guest spots for Supernatural Opinions. They were fun and lively discussions. KJ, Meredith, and Kasey were basking in the collective glow of having people around to hold up the very heavy moose that is Sam Winchester. So, of course, they wanted to keep the Sam Love flowing.
Sam’s sexuality has been a topic Sandra and Kasey have visited and entertained. KJ and Meredith had their thoughts as well. Lucky listeners, you get to hear all about it in this episode!
References/Mentions and Contact Links
Supernatural Opinions Podcast
SOP and KJ contact info
Meredith can be found on TikTok, Instagram, and tumblr @shaedsofdeianeira
KJ’s first IITI interview back in 2023
IITI Episode - What’s Love Got To Do With It?
KJ’s Fic Recommendation for Ace!Sam (Gen) - Uncomfortable by Fae-and-night (goodgirlgonegeek16)
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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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Excerpt from runawaydr3amer’s notes on Sandman:
“This whole thing is kinky and explicit AF. It's got a good whack of angst, especially at the start, but if you take a chance on me, I promise it's also schmoopy as all get-out. Despite the somewhat alarming tags, please note that I only write happy endings.
If you don't like men showing emotions in response to trauma, this is not the right place for you.”
This doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface of the Wincest epic that is the Sandman ‘verse. And it’s obvious many readers like men showing emotions in response to trauma—the series, which began in 2022 and was completed in 2023, currently has well over 30,000 hits and almost 1,000 kudos on AO3!
Sandra and Kasey talked to Dreamer about everything they could think of about this story: from inspiration to the writing and beta process and posting decisions when you’ve got a 311,000 word-count baby you want to share with the Supernatural FanFic world. It’s a lot! You’re gonna want to get comfy with a beverage for this one!
Sandman ‘verse on AO3
The Lights, Camera, Action! Fic by angelszn (artbabe) that inspired Sandman.
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
~~~~~
For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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
~~~~~
Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for purposes of transformative commentary and analysis. We believe 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 miniscule portion of the original work, and serve to illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. We believe this use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, ultimately strengthening its cultural significance.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – “Smoke Eater” by Zeppelin_Skies
Congratulations to SPN FanFic Pond member zepskies (Zeppelin_Skies on AO3) on her “Leap Year” event win! She chose the prize to have me narrate one of her stories. She picked the first chapter of “Smoke Eater” which is her first ever SPN AU that showcases her love of procedural shows - and really, how can you go wrong with Firefighter!Dean. Have a listen!
Visit the story on AO3 here, and don’t forget to give it a kudo and comment!
Learn more about SPN FanFic Pond and become a part of this amazing community of fanfic writers and readers: https://spnfanficpond.tumblr.com
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (eventually)
Dean Winchester/Reader
Summary:
Dean Winchester is the cocky, but well-respected Lieutenant at Firehouse 25. He leads by example, but he’s also known to break a few hearts. He’s starting to crave something he’s never had, though. Something stable. Something real.
That’s when he meets you, on a truly terrible day, trapped in a rickety old elevator.
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No toes in the sand for Kasey or Sandra, but they are taking a holiday break from recording. So, Sandra compiled some outtakes from back in early 2023. Enjoy a blast from the past!
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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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We’re starting our fundraiser for Pride Month way early this year! A huge thanks to Jessica, a friend of the podcast and a talented artist who created original art for us!
Now through July 1st, 2024, pick up any of our limited edition pride merch, and 50% of the proceeds will go to The Trevor Project. Treat Yourself and Be Proud! If you pick something up, please share a pic with us on Twitter @IdlingInDImpala or tumblr @idlingintheimpalapodcast and #PridingInTheImpala!
Listen to Jessica’s interviews with Sandra and Kasey: Children Shouldn’t Play With DEAN Things and The Con (Artist) Whisperer.
Jessica’s links (@Smauglockme) - https://linktr.ee/Smauglockme
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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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Podfic Time – “Tell Me What’s Wrong” by ArthursKnight
Thanks to Arthur (ArthursKnight) for suggesting this rare pair fic — Ketch/Dean — of his to narrate. It’s a short little Omegaverse story with Omega!Dean and Alpha!Ketch. I ask that anyone who listens suspends their disbelief when you hear me as Ketch. I tried to go for more of the character tone than imitation (I am not the best at accents). My narration is merely an inspirational interpretation.
Please visit the fic (and all of Arthur’s work) on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Ketch/Dean
Summary:
Dean is nervous about mating with Ketch, and they talk it out.
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Wait! What?!? An episode where Sandra and Kasey don’t focus on Sam and Dean? Yep.
Known as heavenssexiestangel on tumblr, Arthur’s bio makes it quite clear that Dean Winchester deserved better, Gadreel is their dearly beloved, and they are an Arthur Ketch apologist. As ArthursKnight on AO3, he’s been publishing fanfiction since 2015, with 75 works for fandoms that include Supernatural, MacGyver and The Walking Dead. He is also a talented artist and Manta Ray for the SPN FanFic Pond. Where does he find the time?
Have a listen and learn about the rarest of shipping pairs and Arthur’s mission to shine the spotlight on his beloved Ree.
Some of Arthur’s FanFic Author Friends and RarePair Recs:
- LadyKnightSkye - Ducifer
- Mrs_SimonTam_PhD - Ketch/Dean
- Taste_of_Suburbia - Debriel
- hollyblue2 - Benny/Dean
- randomfills - Michean
- QuickSilverCastiel - Midam
Comfortably Queer - A Supernatural Fanzine - "Comfortably Queer" is a purely digital Supernatural Zine focusing on portraying the joys of being a Queer Person with the Characters of CW's Supernatural. A Safe FanFic Space for Minors.
Sandra narrated Arthur's story "Stay the Night" (Gadreel/Dean - Explicit) last year. Have a listen or give it a read!
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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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Ranking rehab??? Excuse me? Looks like Sandra and Kasey are slipping. Get comfy as they share their tops and bottoms from Seasons 11 through 15. (Other alternative episode titles: Your Bottom Is My Bottom, Your Top Is My Top)
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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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Kasey wanted all the details on Sandra’s foray into the wild world of writing challenges in 2023. There was a lot of banging and a lot of filling. Not really. Sandra’s writing was pretty tame for her fic creations. They did have one thing in common, though. You’ll never guess.
References and Mentions
Supernatural Wiki Big Bang Page
Dean Winchester Big Bang - 2023 Mini Edition
Sandra’s “Scratch That Itch” Collab with Artist Twin One
Fandom Page on Bingos
IITI Interview with Jacklesverse Bingo Creator and Mod, Kym
BJ’s “Of Constant Sorrow” (Soldier Boy Fic - Sandra’s Rec)
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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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Podfic Time – “Pine sweat (DESIRE)” by applecrumbledore
Thanks to Roni (applecrumbledore) for permission to narrate their incredible story. Here’s Chapter 5 - DESIRE.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary:
Sam watched Dean hack up firewood with his hatchet. The magically-induced heat wave had his shirt soaked with sweat.
“Did you ever have a, uh… experimental phase?” Sam smacked his lips, trying to think of a diplomatic way to phrase it. “That kid—by which I mean you—has been staring. At me. Kind of a lot.”
(Sam and Dean get sent back to 1996 and go on a hunt with their teenaged selves. The kids don't know who they are.)
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Subject Matter Disclaimer: This podfic contains adult material of a sexual and graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised, and be mindful of the tags. Feel free to hop out of the backseat if that’s not your thing. Dean won’t hold it against you. More than likely, he or Sam or some other SPN character or any number of character combinations will be too busy holding other things against others to give it a second thought. If you’ve buckled up and are ready for the drive, please check your Bluetooth connections and/or plug in those headphones before the engine starts.
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Kasey and Sandra are thrilled to share this lively conversation with a Wincest author who has run away with their collective hearts (and numerous marriage proposals). Known as runawaydr3amer, this former LiveJournal fic poster bestowed AO3 users with the gift of her older fics in 2022. Then, in 2023, she completed the legitimate epic that is the Sandman ‘verse. Dreamer is an amazing author who can provide details and nuances in every single ounce of angst and pining and fluff and smut when it comes to Sam and Dean.
Okay, so this interview took about three attempts to get recorded. Life and time zones continued to throw a spanner in the works. Over the course of those months, Kasey also had a name change (explained in the intro). But by Chuck, Kasey and Sandra were finally able to complete this fun and insightful chat with Dreamer. But don’t think they’re done yet. There’ll be a Gently Taking Authors To Task episode with Dreamer focusing on the Sandman ‘verse in the near future!
You can find all of runawaydr3amer’s works here on AO3.
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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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Sandra and Kasey were enthralled (and at some points verging on violence) with the SPN conventions stories regaled by their guest, Jessica. Seriously, this talented artist has some awesome convention mojo regarding J2 interactions. Call it “The Jessica Effect.” They talked about CharlotteCon, HawaiiCon, the Pride art Jessica created for the podcast, and all the Jessica/Jared moments that stirred up some thoughts from Kasey. This is a long one, and they aren’t even sorry about it. Enjoy!
Jessica’s Spotify playlist for “Priding in the Impala” artistic inspiration can be listened to here.You can contact Jessica and find everything (including her artwork and convention photos) here.
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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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Sandra and Kasey are considering ranking rehab. The first step to recovery is admitting powerlessness over the addiction. Until they figure out the next step, there are still a bunch more episodes of Supernatural to rank. Get comfy as they share their tops and bottoms from Seasons 6 through 10.
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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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Happy Unattached Drifter Christmas!
Sandra came across an amazing article by user frozen-delight on tumblr, with a theory that Dean is portrayed as the Female Other on Supernatural. After hearing about it, Kasey was fully on board to discuss it. Since a good portion of the article focused on sex scenes, well, you can guess where a large majority of the conversation was spent. You’re welcome!
References
The post by frozen-delight (follow along with helpful visual aids - GIFs galore!)
Definition of Other Gender
IITI 2023 Valentine’s Day Episode “What’s Love Got To Do With It?”
IITI 2023 Episode “It’s Not Sexual Assault If It’s Against A Man”
LiveJournal Post: Right Back on Men - female gaze in SPN by Aletheia Felinea
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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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Podfic Time – “Together We Are The Storm” by WinchesterWytch
Thanks to Kym (WinchesterWytch) for permission to narrate this electrifying Dean x Reader fic. The tension and the passion were off the charts in this story. I adored the reader telling Dean everything he deserved to hear towards the end.
Please visit the fic (and all of Kym’s work) on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature (NSFW)
Dean/Reader
Summary:
Angry with the way the brothers have been treating her, the reader decides to take matters into her own hands and fight through the storm that is Dean Winchester.
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Subject Matter Disclaimer: This podfic contains adult material of a sexual and graphic nature. Listener discretion is advised and be mindful of the tags. Feel free to hop out of the backseat if that’s not your thing. Dean won’t hold it against you. More than likely, he or Sam or some other SPN character or any number of character combinations will be too busy holding other things against others to give it a second thought.
If you’ve buckled up and are ready for the drive, please check your Bluetooth connections and/or plug in those headphones before the engine starts. By proceeding you understand that Idling in the Impala is not responsible for any embarrassment, cringe or adverse consequences that may occur as a result of thelistener failing to conduct these checks.
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Sandra and Karlee were put under a magic spell for this FanFic author interview. Known as WinchesterWytch on AO3, Kym has been posting Dean/Reader and Dean/OFC fics (AKA Dean Winchester’s Witch on tumblr) since 2019.
Self-proclaimed Dean Girl, Kym is also the creator and mod of Jacklesverse Bingo. Kym took the time to break all the bingo stuff down as well during the chat.
Want to learn more about Jacklesverse Bingo and participate? There's a second round open through mid-February, or you can get a card as a reader. You can find all the details here on tumblr.
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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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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
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Podfic Time – “Pine sweat (HEAT, BUT WORSE)” by applecrumbledore
Thanks to Roni (applecrumbledore) for permission to narrate their incredible story. Here’s Chapter 4 - HEAT, BUT WORSE.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary:
Sam watched Dean hack up firewood with his hatchet. The magically-induced heat wave had his shirt soaked with sweat.
“Did you ever have a, uh… experimental phase?” Sam smacked his lips, trying to think of a diplomatic way to phrase it. “That kid—by which I mean you—has been staring. At me. Kind of a lot.”
(Sam and Dean get sent back to 1996 and go on a hunt with their teenaged selves. The kids don't know who they are.)
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The world may never be the same after May 4th, 2024. Kasey is going to Comic Con Liverpool (UK, for clarification)! And they’ve got themselves a Jared photo op and autograph for the day! Join us for all the details and drama! Wish them all the good and positive vibes. Tulpa powers: activate!
Comic Con Liverpool
Sandra’s DC Con Breakdown Episode (some Kasey/Jared backstory)
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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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All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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
U.S. Voting Registration - Vote.gov
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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Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
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Podfic Time – “Branded Heart” by ashtraythief
Thanks to Ash (ashtraythief) for permission to narrate this pre-series, pre-slash Sam and Dean fic. Though not set in space and no dinosaur involvement, I enjoyed this outsider POV’s insight into Winchester love and heartache.
Please visit the fic (and all of Ash’s work) on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary:
Alice has been around for a long time, hunting for the hearts of those who love the most. And the tall boy with the shiny brown hair and the heavy backpack over his shoulder, his heart is full to the brim.
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Sandra and Karlee have locked up all their ashtrays in preparation for this interview with Supernatural FanFic author Ash. You may know her as ashtraythief on AO3. She is also a mod for the anonymous comment meme SPN Masquerade.
Ash’s been posting fics on AO3 since 2013 and has almost 200 works listed. She primarily writes RPF featuring J2 with ABO, JDM, alternate universes, the final frontier, dinosaurs and dragons tossed in for good measure.
Want to read Ash’s stuff and connect? You can find her on AO3 and tumblr.
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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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Podfic Time – “Unless I Can’t Resist - Part Two” by runawaydr3amer
Ah! It’s here. It’s done! Finally! Oh, I hope I did this justice.
This is Part Four of a four-part series by the awesomely talented runawaydr3amer. Unless I Can’t Resist is the beefiest (smirk) part of the series; so much so, that it’s a two-parter. Lots of smut and angst and feels. As I’ve stated often, Dreamer’s take on Sam’s internal struggles and his coming to terms with his feelings for Dean will always stick with me long after I read this series.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (This is soooo NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester (Wincest)
Summary:
There are a few universal concepts in the world. One, Sam figures, is love. Another, porn. He knows Dean will loudly sing the praises of the latter. It's the former he's not so sure of.
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Welcome! Class is in session again with the Agent of Chaos and Kink.
Today’s subject is Aftercare in Sex Education with Karlee. This completes the three-course curriculum that began with Consent, followed by SSC v RACK.
Disclaimer - The instructor gets very passionate about the topic. Some squeak and ick in the discussion may be uncomfortable for listeners. The discussion is meant for entertainment purposes only.
You can check out Karlee’s class materials here.
Fic Recs for the topics:
West Series by runawaydr3amer
Give Me Novacaine by KarleeKarma
Nightmare by KarleeKarma
Factory Reset by Drasna
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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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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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Sandra and Karlee invited SPN FanFic Author MJ (Incog_Ninga, Thoughts Like a Minefield) to discuss FanFic and its effect on sexual agency for readers and writers alike. It was a great chat!
If you want to learn more about MJ, listen to the first time she hopped into the backseat!
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
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Sandra and Karlee gave themselves the difficult task of picking some peak acting moments of Jared and Jensen on Supernatural. Have a listen and let them know if you agree. Any that you think they missed? Also, welcome to Season 3 of Idling in the Impala!
Reference - Sandra’s Notes~~~
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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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
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Can you believe it?!? Countless Zooms, way too much admin hair pulling, hundreds of recorded hours, a baker’s dozen of lovely guests, and over 150 episodes later - Idling in the Impala podcast is celebrating its 2nd birthday! Sandra and Karlee are reflecting on the past year. Come along for the ride! Remember, it’s the journey, not the destination.
Artists who’ve created amazing artwork for the podcast!
Jessica
Freckles and Dimples
FanFic Shout Out - Son of a Bawd (Sam/Dean HIstorical AU) by ScaryVonJeanieStyne
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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
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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.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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)
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You read the episode title right: It’s fic rec time again! Sandra and Karlee bring you good tidings with a bunch of stories that are festive and filthy. What more could Sam and Dean lovers ask Santa for? Besides Sam and Dean, of course.
Happy holidays from the backseat!
(Note: Explicit Works, NSFW)
Karlee’s Fic Recs
Wincest: Now We’ve Got Time by tifaching
Sam/Reader: By The Reins by kittenofdoomage
Sandra’s Fic Recs
Dean/Donna: Give Me One Reason To Stay Here by jscribbles
Dean/Donna: If We Make It Through December by Incog_Ninja
Destiel: The Bad Santa Clause by Castielslostwings, jscribbles, MalMuses, pingnova, sobsicles
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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
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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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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Podfic Time – “Close Shave” by dugindeep
Thanks to Amy (dugindeep) for permission to narrate this fun and hot little Wincest fic. The prompt is from, in my mind, one of those iconic and oft-quoted lines: “It’s like a dolphin’s belly.”
Please visit the fic (and all of Amy’s work) onAO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary:
Sam goes from Grief Beard to straight up Relief Shave and becomes more and more curious with the feeling of a close shave. Dean seems curious, too.
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Sandra and Karlee were thrilled to welcome back Supernatural FanFic author Amy. You may know her as dugindeep on AO3. She is part of the moderating team for the anonymous comment meme SPN Masquerade. Listen to the episode where we had her and Ash on to discuss kinky prompts here.
Amy’s been posting fics on AO3 since 2011 and has a library of over 200 stories. She primarily writes RPF and Wincest, occasionally dabbling into other pairings. She’s responsible for a ton of wish fulfillment regarding her prompt stories. According to Karlee, Amy’s also responsible for a lot of fanfic blue balls. Have a listen to this great discussion on writing fanfic and the supportive community of creativity it can create.
Want to scroll through her massive library of work? You can find dugindeep (hotsauce) on AO3.
We asked Amy for one of her personal favorites that she’s written, and she mentioned “This Long Silence” (J2 AU - Mature).
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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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Switchboard LGBT UK
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Sandra and Karlee are considering ranking rehab. But, lucky for you, until they get serious about it, they are going through each season and sharing their tops and bottoms. First up, Seasons 1 through 5.
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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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Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
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Welcome! Class is in session again with the Agent of Chaos and Kink.
Today’s subject in Sex Education with Karlee is SSC (Safe Sane Consensual) versus RACK (Risk-Aware Consensual Kink). This course expects that you’re familiar with the materials reviewed in BDSM 101 (but don’t worry if you haven’t; Karlee will get you up to speed).
Disclaimer - The instructor gets very passionate about the topic. Some squeak and ick in the discussion may be uncomfortable for listeners. The discussion is meant for entertainment purposes only. Don't try this at home!
You can check out Karlee’s class materials here.
Fic Recs for the topics:
Sandman Verse by runawaydr3amer - https://archiveofourown.org/series/3123849 - all the things!
Cut by KarleeKarma - https://archiveofourown.org/works/35554972 - SSC/Bloodplay
A Tale of Two Minds - https://archiveofourown.org/works/42627567 - RACK
Give Me Novacaine - https://archiveofourown.org/works/40379160 - Breathplay/Painplay
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Podfic Time – “Unless I Can’t Resist - Part One” by runawaydr3amer
This is Part Four of a four-part series by the awesomely talented runawaydr3amer. Unless I Can’t Resist is the beefiest (smirk) part of the series; so much so, that it’s a two-parter. Lots of smut and angst and feels. As I’ve stated often, Dreamer’s take on Sam’s internal struggles and his coming to terms with his feelings for Dean will always stick with me long after I read this series. Hope to have the final part out sooner rather than later.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester (Wincest)
Summary:
There are a few universal concepts in the world. One, Sam figures, is love. Another, porn. He knows Dean will loudly sing the praises of latter. It's the former he's not so sure of.
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Sandra and Karlee break down Thanksgiving and how they think the boys would celebrate. Who’s carving the bird? Who gets stuck with the cleanup? Football? Food? Family? Friends? Give it a listen and let them know if you agree or have something else to share.
It’s a busy holiday week in the U.S. If you’re traveling, prepping to host on the big day, or planning to relax and reset, enjoy whichever way you are spending it and take care of yourself!
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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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Switchboard LGBT UK
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Welcome, if this is the first time you’ve stumbled onto this little podcast! Meet the peeps in the front seat, Sandra and Karlee, and consider this a primer as to what to expect if you stick around!
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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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Today’s topic is a bit heavier: Consent. What is it? What are the ways it’s given to a sexual partner, and what are some common misconceptions?
Trigger warning - we’ll be discussing sexual assault and non-con. If you think this is something you cannot listen to, take care of you, click off and we will see you next time.
Disclaimer - This topic instructor gets very passionate about the topic. Some squeak and ick in the discussion may be uncomfortable for listeners. The discussion is meant for entertainment and fanfic writing purposes only.
You can check out Karlee’s class materials here.
Fic Recs for the topic (specifically examples of CNC):
Gravity by runawaydr3amer (Wincest - NSFW)
Surrender series by ThePornFairy (Destiel - NSFW)
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
~~~~~
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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Nope, Sandra and Karlee just can’t keep well enough alone when it comes to their thoughts on each other’s favorite iterations of Sam and Dean.
They’ve swapped lists for this episode. Karlee ranks Sandra’s Fave Deans, and Sandra ranks Karlee’s Fave Sams.
Listen to see if there are any surprises. We can share no podcast co-host was harmed in the making of this episode.
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
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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Podfic Time – “Pine sweat (WANT)” by applecrumbledore
Thanks to Roni (applecrumbledore) for permission to narrate their incredible story. Here’s Chapter 3 - WANT.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
~~~~~
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary:
Sam watched Dean hack up firewood with his hatchet. The magically-induced heat wave had his shirt soaked with sweat.
“Did you ever have a, uh… experimental phase?” Sam smacked his lips, trying to think of a diplomatic way to phrase it. “That kid—by which I mean you—has been staring. At me. Kind of a lot.”
(Sam and Dean get sent back to 1996 and go on a hunt with their teenaged selves. The kids don't know who they are.)
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Happy Halloween to everyone but Sam, who does not enjoy or participate in celebrating. Dean, however, will be lining up for the tricks and treats.
Karlee and Sandra decided to rewatch “Mint Condition” and discuss all the greatness of this Halloween-themed episode.
Mentions/Reference: Batman and Robin scene - Only Fools and Horses
Enjoy!
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Our Discord #backseat Channel - Come join us in the backseat!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes Discord channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the October 2023 war in the Middle East
World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
~~~~~
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
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
“It’s me, hi, I’m the problem. It’s me.” Sandra and Karlee just can’t stop ranking things. This episode they are ranking their favorite eras of Sam and Dean. Flavors, varietals, if you will. Looking for a sophisticated Samgiovese or Pinot Dean? Sorry, this isn’t the place for you.
Mentions - Info on the Scooby-Doo episode referenced in Scoobynatural : Scooby-Doo, Where are You? “A Night of Fright is No Delight” (1970)
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Our Discord #backseat Channel (if the link has expired, send us a message for a new invite)
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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)
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Charities
Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Ted (Sandra’s hubs) is back to help regale Karlee with tales of the CreationDC Convention he attended with Sandra. There was a lot to discuss. So much so that this is going to have to be a two-parter. First part is on Tuesday; second part is on Thursday!
Visual Aids from the DC Convention
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Our Discord #backseat Channel (if the link has expired, send us a message for a new invite)
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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)
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Charities
Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Ted (Sandra’s hubs) is back to help regale Karlee with tales of the CreationDC Convention he attended with Sandra. There was a lot to discuss. So much so that this is going to have to be a two-parter. First part is on Tuesday; second part is on Thursday!
Visual Aids from the DC Convention
~~~
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.com
We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Our Discord #backseat Channel (if the link has expired, send us a message for a new invite)
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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)
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Charities
Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Sandra and Karlee discussed their fanfic journey some weeks back. That led them to want to delve into AO3 and provide some tips and tricks they’ve learned over the years as users. Lucky you - they made a video. Maybe lucky you - they had to break the episode into two parts because there was so much to discuss.
Handy Dandy Topic Time Stamps
Profile - 00:01:00
Pseuds - 00:04:00
Block a User - 00:12:30
Mute a User - 00:15:00
Posting a Work - 00:25:00
Posting with HTML - 00:44:00
Making a Series - 00:54:00
Referenced Materials
An Archive of Their Own: A Case Study of Feminist HCI and Values in Design
Tips and Tricks Links and Visual Aids
That Pic of Jensen Karlee Messaged Sandra
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Our Discord #backseat Channel (if the link has expired, send us a message for a new invite)
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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)
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Charities
Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – “Pine sweat (DROUGHT)” by applecrumbledore
Thanks to Roni (applecrumbledore) for permission to narrate their incredible story. It will probably take a bit before it’s all done. But, here’s Chapter 2 - DROUGHT.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
~~~~~
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary:
Sam watched Dean hack up firewood with his hatchet. The magically-induced heat wave had his shirt soaked with sweat.
“Did you ever have a, uh… experimental phase?” Sam smacked his lips, trying to think of a diplomatic way to phrase it. “That kid—by which I mean you—has been staring. At me. Kind of a lot.”
(Sam and Dean get sent back to 1996 and go on a hunt with their teenaged selves. The kids don't know who they are.)
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Sandra and Karlee discussed their fanfic journey some weeks back. That led them to want to delve into AO3 and provide some tips and tricks they’ve learned over the years as users. Lucky you - they made a video. Maybe lucky you - they had to break the episode into two parts because there was so much to discuss.
Handy Dandy Topic Time Stamps
What is AO3? – 06:30
Benefits of Creating an AO3 Account – 08:00
Dashboard Skins – 13:15
Tags and Ways We Search For Fics – Including and Excluding – 17:00
Ways Writers Tag Fics – Debate between Spoilers and Overtagging – 40:30
What to do when you want to reorder your tags - Tip from Dreamer - 49:30
Character Tags - 55:30
Archive Warnings and Fic Graphic Legends - 57:30
Sorting Fics in Search - 01:09:30
Bookmarks - 01:14:30
Subscriptions - 01:18:30
Marked For Later - 01:33:30
Download Fics - 01:37:30
Kudos - 01:44:30
Comments - 01:50:00
Referenced Materials
An Archive of Their Own: A Case Study of Feminist HCI and Values in Design
Tips and Tricks Links and Visual Aids
That Pic of Jensen Karlee Messaged Sandra
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Our Discord #backseat Channel (if the link has expired, send us a message for a new invite)
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – “It’s All For You” by dean_winchester_is_a_warrior
Congratulations to SPN FanFic Pond member ljbimoore (dean_winchester_is_a_warrior on AO3) on her prize drawing for nominating a fic for the Angelfish Awards! She chose to have me narrate one of her fics. This had lots of care and comfort and sexy smut. I’ve missed narrating a Dean Winchester x Reader story. Have a listen!
Visit the story on AO3 here, and don’t forget to give it a kudo and comment!
Learn more about SPN FanFic Pond and become a part of this fantastic community of fanfic writers and readers: https://spnfanficpond.tumblr.com
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Not Rated (But Sandra would give it an E for Explicit)
Dean Winchester/Female!Reader
Summary:
After a hunt gone wrong, all Y/N wants is to make Dean feel better. Will he let her?
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Don’t mind Sandra’s scatterbrained intro and inability to schedule episodes properly. When this episode drops, Sandra is preparing to leave for the Creation Con in DC in a couple of days.
Will you be attending the con? She’ll be wearing some Idling merch, so she should be relatively easy to spot. If you are a podcast listener, stop her and say hello. Her introverted self will open up (even if she’s masked up)!
Enjoy some outtakes while Karlee gets saddled with holding down the podcast fort.
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Our Discord #backseat Channel (if the link has expired, send us a message for a new invite)
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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)
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Charities
Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Sandra’s been doing this thing lately with her fanfic writing. She’ll get an idea for a one-shot, but before you know it, the story has gotten all plotty, and the word count has run wild. So, Karlee gave her a challenge. Write a one-shot, one-scene, and keep it under 3K. But Karlee, the ever-loving friend that they are, agreed to have a go with the challenge as well. Then, Karlee’s beta, runawaydr3amer, provided a prompt, all agreed on the terms… and now here they are to talk about the fallout… um, fruits of their labor.
This is the episode for you if you are a fellow angsty writer who likes to punish themselves. If you are a fellow reader who wants to hear about a writer’s angst and self-punishment in pursuit of a completed work, this is the episode for you. And, yeah, they may have given themselves a short word count, but nobody said anything about keeping this episode at a respectable length.
The Fics (Wincest - yes, you read that right, they are both Wincest - NSFW):
- Reach Out And Touch Someone (Sandra)
- Take Me Higher Than I’ve Ever Been(Karlee)
Sex Euphemism Tangential References
- Larry Dean - Postman, Postbox
- Batter Up, Stealing 5th, Deep into the Bench, & Other Baseball Puns: That Time Dean F*cked a Baseball Team (Soooo NSFW) by judithandronicus
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Our Discord #backseat Channel (if the link has expired, send us a message for a new invite)
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Have you been curious about Prompt Memes? Especially the kinky ones? Sandra and Karlee came across SPN Masquerade’s Sultry Summer Swing and had to find out more. Two of the SPN Masquerade moderators, Amy and Ash, graciously came on for a chat about kinky prompts. The SPN Masquerade has been around for a while. They create a safe online inclusive space without fear of shame and promote exploring your kinky, creative side under a mask of anonymity. An excellent discussion was had about fanfiction, fandom, and paramount questions like everyone’s stance on Jensen’s mustache debut at NCcon.
Find out more about SPN Masquerade and contact the mods with any questions on tumblr.
Amy - AO3
Ash - AO3, tumblr
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Our Discord #backseat Channel (if the invite link is outdated; please contact us for one to join the group)
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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)
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Charities
Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Sandra and Karlee hope everyone had a great summer in the Northern Hemisphere! Labor Day celebrations are winding down in the US, and everyone’s gearing up for school days. In between all this, Sandra and Karlee are taking a little break. But no worries, they’ll return next week for a full Idling in the Impala episode!
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Our Discord #backseat Channel (if the invite link is outdated, please contact us for one to join the group)
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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)
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Charities
Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – “Stay the Night” by ArthursKnight
Congratulations to SPN FanFic Pond member Dean Arthur (ArthursKnight on AO3) on his Writing Sprint win! He chose the prize to have me narrate his story. It was a great read. Have a listen!
Visit the story on AO3 here, and don’t forget to give it a kudo and comment!
Learn more about SPN FanFic Pond and become a part of this amazing community of fanfic writers and readers: https://spnfanficpond.tumblr.com
~ Sandra
~~~~~
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Gadreel/Dean Winchester
Summary:
Dean wants to help his friend Gadreel talk about what's bothering him, so they decide to go to Dean's place when Gadreel's shift at the bar is over. Their meeting turns into something much more for both of them.
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Sandra and Karlee wax nostalgic about their fanfic journeys over the decades (yes, sigh, decades). This deep dive episode came from Sandra’s stumble on the YouTube video “The Life and Death of Fandom Platforms” by Casey Fiesler. Give it a watch and check out all the research and reference materials in its description. It’s a fascinating exploration of the rise and fall of various fandom platforms.
Let Sandra and Karlee know what your fandom journey has been like and which platforms you’ve been a part of.
Speaking of fandom communities, if you are a lover of SPN FanFic - and come on, you’ve gotta be if you listen to these two ramble on about the topic - and you aren’t a part of it already, give SPN FanFic Pond a try!
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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Podfic Time – “Pine sweat (HEAT)” by applecrumbledore
Thanks to Roni (applecrumbledore) for permission to narrate their incredible story's first chapter - HEAT.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it a kudo and comment - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary:
Sam watched Dean hack up firewood with his hatchet. The magically-induced heat wave had his shirt soaked with sweat.
“Did you ever have a, uh… experimental phase?” Sam smacked his lips, trying to think of a diplomatic way to phrase it. “That kid—by which I mean you—has been staring. At me. Kind of a lot.”
(Sam and Dean get sent back to 1996 and go on a hunt with their teenaged selves. The kids don't know who they are.)
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Sandra and Karlee couldn’t get Pine sweat by applecrumbledore out of their collective FanFic brain. Sandra took a chance and reached out to ask if they might want to come onto the podcast to talk about their writing. And, they agreed!
Roni (applecrumbledore) was super generous with their time to discuss the story. There was no need to take them to task about anything! Sit back and enjoy!
WARNING - Sandra and Karlee are spoiling this story from the jump. They are encouraging listeners who enjoy Wincest to read it first and come back to hear the interview.
Pine sweat (Explicit) by applecrumbledore
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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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We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
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Okay, the response to the first class with Karlee ranting about sexual myths in fics went over well. You’ve all signed up to get lectured by the Agent of Chaos and Kink, so welcome to the next class.
Today’s subject in Sex Education with Karlee is female ejaculation. You can blame Sandra for this one. She had questions.
Disclaimer - The instructor gets very passionate about the topic, and every attempt has been made for the discussion to be as gender-neutral as possible. Not all women have vaginas, and not all vagina owners are women. Some squeak and ick in the discussion may be uncomfortable for listeners. The discussion is meant for entertainment purposes. (Also, the Yorkshire accent was unavoidable.)
You can check out Karlee’s class materials here.
Fic Rec for the topic:
Missing You by KarleeKarma (Sam x Fem!Reader)
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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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World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
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Sandra and Karlee are enjoying some fun in the sun (not together, unfortunately; there is an entire ocean between them). So while they’re away, please enjoy some outtakes.
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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
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All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
Contact us if you want an invite to our Discord #backseat channel (unfortunately, we can’t get a permanent invite link to share).
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We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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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)
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Sandra and Karlee have been breaking down their fave episodes for a bit now. Next on the list – favorite Monster of the Week! As always, their approach to the homework assignment varied wildly. Have a listen and let them know your thoughts on their picks and which one you would have chosen!
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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
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Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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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It's the last day of our pride merch fundraiser! Pick up any pride merch from our site, and 50% of the proceeds will go to The Trevor Project.
Treat Yourself and Be Proud! If you pick something up, please share a pic with us on Twitter @IdlingInDImpala and #PridingInTheImpala
Pride Merch Artist Jessica’s links (@Smauglockme) - https://linktr.ee/Smauglockme
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Podfic Time – “When I’m Bad” by runawaydr3amer
This is Part Three of a four-part series by the awesomely talented runawaydr3amer. As I was narrating this fic, I have to say how very overwhelmed I was by the emotions imbued in every intimate act. This is amazingly smutty but also heart-achingly beautiful. Dreamer’s take on Sam’s internal struggles and his coming to terms with his feelings for Dean will always stick with me long after I read this series.
And this is soooo NSFW. You’ve been warned.
Please visit the fic on AO3 here and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester (Wincest)
Summary:
A sleazy comment from a guy at a bar has Dean curious. God only knows the last time a curious Dean ended them up in anything but trouble.
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Canon Fodder FicRec Time! Another friend of the podcast, runawaydr3amer (an amazing Wincest author in her own right; check out her stuff), recommended a story to Sandra and Karlee that blew them away. You get to hear all about how phenomenal it is in great detail!
WARNING - Sandra and Karlee are spoiling this story from the jump. They are encouraging listeners who enjoy Wincest to read it first and come back to hear their discussion.
runawaydr3amer Fic Rec (Wincest, Explicit): Pine sweat by applecrumbledore
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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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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Sandra and Karlee have done this three times before. First, they picked their top and bottom episodes for Seasons 1 through 5. The best and worst of Seasons 6 through 10 were next. And, then, it was Seasons 11 through 15.
Now, they’re rounding up the best of the best and worst of the worst for their ultimate lists for the entire series run.
Let them know your thoughts on their picks!
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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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Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
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Oh, Lucifer, you’re such a misunderstood fallen angel. In this episode, Sandra and Karlee discuss Supernatural’s take on the archangel who can’t be contained and the many actors that took a turn portraying the little devil.
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – “la cocina es el centro de la casa” (translation: the kitchen is the center of the house) by deadlybride
Karlee and I were recommended this fic and we fell in love with it. Young Sam and Dean, a little slice of life, all the sweet smiles and feels.
The author, deadlybride, was kind enough to permit me to narrate in full. So, here it is for your enjoyment. Please forgive any butchering of the Spanish. I gave it my best shot (and a lot of research).
And all I could think of was Dean saying, “I don’t know… why don’t you ask me that in Spanish?”
Visit the story on AO3 here, and don’t forget to give it a kudo and comment!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Teen
Dean Winchester & Sam Winchester
Summary:
One summer, Dean and Sam get left behind when their dad goes on a hunt in Southern Arizona.
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We got another Canon Fodder FicRec! This time it’s from a friend of the podcast, BJ. We interviewed BJ on the podcast a few months back. You can listen to it here to learn why the idea of Dean in a Chicken Apron in this recommended fic made us all giggle.
Also, keep an ear out for the podfic version of this story very soon. A big thank you to the author, deadlybride, for permitting me to narrate in its entirety.
~ Sandra
BJ’s Fic Rec (Gen, Teen): la cocina es el centro de la casa (translation: The Kitchen is the Center of the House) by deadlybride
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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
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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Switchboard LGBT UK
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To the Americans - Happy Independence! To the Brits - Happy Tuesday?!?
No worries, Sandra and Karlee will be back to their usual shenanigans next week.
But, if you need some relevant podcasting for the Fourth of July, may they suggest their episode last year on the British Men of Letters. They also had a lively discussion on the differences between American and British Culture, centering on the important topic of FOOD.
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Is it fair for Sandra to be the only one to listen to Karlee’s rants about sexual myths in fics? Of course not. You all get to sign up for the class and get lectured by the Agent of Chaos and Kink on best sex practices. Tentatively, plans are for this to be a new podcast series on Idling in the Impala, so let them know your thoughts after you listen.
Today’s subject in Sex Education with Karlee is lube and the many activities it helps to facilitate.
Disclaimer - The instructor gets very passionate about the topic. Some squeek and ick in the discussion may be uncomfortable for listeners. The discussion is meant for entertainment purposes. (Mind the volume. Also, the Yorkshire accent was unavoidable.)
You can check out Karlee’s class materials here.
Fic Recs for the topic:
Alcohol and a Can-Do Attitude by BlindSwandive
Factory Reset by Drasna
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
It’s been a minute since Sandra released her ninth romance novel, Cowboy Canter. Karlee’s read it and has questions about the story, Sandra’s inspiration, her writing process, and the journey to becoming a self-published author. Saddle up for the discussion! (SPOILERS for the story happen 55 minutes to an hour into the chat.) And, if you haven’t already, grab yourself a copy of Cowboy Canter or get info on any of Sandra’s other novels on her website, sandrakyle.com.
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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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
We’ve got some new merch and a fundraiser for pride month! A huge thanks to Jessica, a friend of the podcast and a talented artist who created original art for us!
Now through July 31st, 2023, pick up any of our pride merch, and 50% of the proceeds will go to The Trevor Project. Treat Yourself and Be Proud! If you pick something up, please share a pic with us on Twitter @IdlingInDImpala and #PridingInTheImpala
Listen to Jessica’s interview with Sandra and Karlee: Children Shouldn’t Play With DEAN Things.
Jessica’s links (@Smauglockme) - https://linktr.ee/Smauglockme
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – “Idling in the Impala” by KarleeKarma
Karlee wrote this quite a while ago, well before we decided to try this little podcast project. It seemed like an excellent time to narrate this fic for all the comfort feels it brings. Enjoy!
You can read the fic on AO3 here and give it all the kudos and comments.
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated General Audiences
Summary:
Imagine being tucked up in the back seat of the Impala while Dean drives and Sam researches. It's warm, you have a flannel shirt for a pillow. The radio is playing softly and Dean is singing along. The road rumbles under the tyres as the miles pass by.
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A resounding sentiment echoed repeatedly in the Supernatural fandom is the comfort the characters give to those that watch the show. In this episode, Karlee and Sandra explain why a couple of characters (besides the obvious) provide them comfort.
Link to article reference: Comfort Characters: An Exploration of Fandoms and Fiction by Hallel Abrams Gerber
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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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OMG! We got a voicemail! Seriously, it’s one of the coolest things a listener can do to contact us. If you want to rec a fic, we’ll leave links below on how to do it.
In this episode, Karlee and I gush over the first listener that left us a VM and talk about their fic rec. And you get to hear me read the intro of it. Win-win all around!
Much love to all our listeners and the many ways they reach out and touch us. Get your minds out of the gutter! Oh, who are we kidding, like we’re not right there with you rolling around in the filth.
Also, here’s a link to an awesome Etsy shop, ReadingRoomCandleCo, that sells Supernatural theme-scented candles. Karlee and I have the set. We’re those fans. Listen to the episode and you’ll understand.
Big hugs! ~ Sandra
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JensenFan’s Fic Rec (Wincest): Smells Like Dean Winchester by LeatherJacketed
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We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.
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Karlee’s kind of proud of themselves. They made Sandra HATE Dean. The discussion continues about Karlee’s Wincest fanfic, Demonic Junkies. They go deep into Dean’s Id and try to unwind the Winchester family dynamic's tangled mess.
If you haven’t read Demonic Junkies yet and this episode has you interested, check it out on AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/series/3336562
There’s an audio and video option for this episode on Spotify. If you are listening on another platform, you can follow along with Sandra’s handy-dandy presentation here.
Link to article reference: Freud’s Theory of Personality: Id, Ego, And Superego by Saul Mcleod, PhD
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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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Are you a lover of Supernatural fanfiction? Do you read it? Are you a writer of it? Then you will surely be able to empathize with the corner Karlee wrote themselves into during their creative journey that produced the series Demonic Junkies.
Join Sandra as she gets into the weeds of Karlee’s brain. They discuss how the simple thought “It was just supposed to be a little bit of Wincest” turned into an amazing character study and bucketloads of angsty feels.
If you haven’t read Demonic Junkies yet and this episode has you interested, check it out on AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/series/3336562
There’s an audio and video option for this episode on Spotify. You know Sandra couldn’t take Karlee to task without some visual aids. If you are listening on another platform, you can follow along with Sandra’s handy-dandy presentation here.
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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.
~~~~~
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)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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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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Podfic Time – “The God of Laundry and Hipbones” by FeaRauko
Congratulations to SPN FanFic Pond member FarrenMurphy (FeaRauko on AO3) on their recent win! They chose the prize to have me narrate one of their stories. It was a super cute read. Have a listen!
Visit the story on AO3 here, and don’t forget to give it a kudo and comment! And check out the art they also created in the story!
Learn more about SPN FanFic Pond and become a part of this amazing community of fanfic writers and readers: https://spnfanficpond.tumblr.com
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Teen Audiences and Up
Dean Winchester/Castiel (Destiel)
Summary:
This is a drabble for the prompt: Destiel - I’m sorry you caught me moving your clothes out of the dryer but in my defense I’ve been waiting for one to open up for about an hour now
Or...
That one where Dean catches Cas moving his laundry, gawks at him like an idiot until he leaves, and then spends the next several months not being able to find him
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Podfic Time – “Sweet Sixteen” by Edge_of_Clairvoyance
Ready to get heartbroken and dive deep into John Winchester's parenting? Usually, there are other kinds of warnings before one of these narrations, but storytime is a little different this go round.
Edge_of_Clairvoyance reached out and asked if I would read one of their stories. I fell into all the feels and loved the writing of this particular pre-series gem.
Visit the story on AO3 here, and don’t forget to give it a kudo and comment!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Archive Warning: Underage Prostitution
Dean Winchester & John Winchester
Summary:
John was going slowly enough to get a glimpse of the hookers' faces. Some of them looked old and worn, and others looked no more than goddamned kids.
And then his heart gave a lurch in his chest and he nearly slammed on the brakes, remembering at the last moment to ease off so the car wouldn't veer. His hands trembled so badly he had to tighten his fingers on the wheel to keep them steady. He crawled along the curb, then slowed to a stop. The boy who had been standing there came around to the driver's side and leaned over the foggy window, one hand braced on the roof.
"Lookin' for company?"
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“Idle hands are the devil's playthings.” Wiser words were never spoken, Mr. Franklin. Who wants to have their hands be the devil’s playthings? Certainly not Sam and Dean. So, let’s get to work!
Sandra and Karlee are recommending fics that are highly interactive and may require a manual. It’s our boys with some toys. Strap on! Uh, Strap in!
(Note: Explicit Works, NSFW)
Karlee’s Fic Rec (Sam/Reader): Pegged by there_must_be_a_lock (Thanks to Lou for giving Sandra permission to narrate this drabble in full!)
Sandra’s Fic Rec (Dean/Reader): Quality Screentime by LittleGreenPlasticSoldier
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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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Who else is in need of a laugh? Join Sandra and Karlee as they discuss some of their favorite comic relief characters in Supernatural. Whether they made a huge impression in only one episode or could always be relied on to lighten the mood when they appeared on screen, they are one of the reasons Supernatural was a joy to watch.
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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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Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
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Podfic Time – “The One I Never Tried” by runawaydr3amer
This is Part Two of a four-part series by the awesomely talented runawaydr3amer. I can’t emphasize enough how steamy this part is - okay, it’s shower sex, so, yeah, to be expected. But, in this author's capable hands and exceptional prose, it’s another level entirely. And this is soooo NSFW. You’ve been warned.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester (Wincest)
Summary:
Monster guts are a mood killer for most people. When Dean still wants some action, though, it's a good thing the Winchesters aren't most people.
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It’s been a rough and busy ride of late. Sit back and listen to Sandra and Karlee’s mixtape of Idling in the Impala outtakes.
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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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Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
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Podfic Time – “Tell It On The Mountain” by LadyShadowphyre
Congratulations to SPN FanFic Pond member LilithPrime (LadyShadowphyre on AO3) on xir Writing Sprint win! Xi chose the prize to have me narrate xir story. It was a great read. Have a listen!
Visit the story on AO3 here, and don’t forget to give it a kudo and comment!
Learn more about SPN FanFic Pond and become a part of this amazing community of fanfic writers and readers: https://spnfanficpond.tumblr.com
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Teen Audiences and Up
Sam Winchester/Castiel (Sastiel)
Summary:
Castiel was able to protect himself and Dean when Dick Roman exploded, but it weakened him badly, as did getting Kevin away from Crowley and back to the safety of his mother. When angels show up under orders from Naomi to bring Castiel in by whatever means necessary, a banishing sigil is the most effective way to get rid of them. If only it didn't mean banishing a weakened Castiel too. If only Sam had not been dragged along for the ride.
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It’s been a rough and busy ride of late. Sit back and listen to Sandra and Karlee’s mixtape of Idling in the Impala outtakes. B Side will be out next week.
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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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Karlee and Sandra muse about the logistics of idling in the Impala.
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This topic has been on the podcast idea list for a while. As usually happens, an event brings the need for discussion to the forefront. Sandra and Karlee are talking about Sam and Dean, how they’ve been sexualized and experienced harassment and assault in the Supernatural universe, and how it’s treated and viewed. Mainly the different ways it would be looked upon if gender was reversed in the situations.
The spark for the episode - Then and Now podcast “Red Sky at Morning” fallout.
Links Discussed and Referenced
BreatheFire210 Tweet: https://twitter.com/BreatheFire210/status/1622914970613587968
JuliaAlterEgo Tweet: https://twitter.com/JuliaAlterEgo/status/1622963669637160960
Speight Response Tweet: https://twitter.com/dicksp8jr/status/1622981421320003584
LiveJournal Post on Male Sexual Assault in Supernatural: https://hells-half-acre.livejournal.com/279809.html
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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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Spoilers - Sandra and Karlee are talking all about the happenings that occurred on The Winchesters season one finale episode, “Hey, That’s No Way to Say Goodbye.” Kind of fitting that this occurred not too long after they discussed the Supernatural series finale.
Karlee was asked to record some of their live thoughts while watching. The feelings, the angst, the irritation, the culmination of a season of theorizing and hoping. Make sure your seatbelt is fastened for this one.
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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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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
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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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Podfic Time – “Run It All Over” by runawaydr3amer
This is Part One of a four-part Wincest series by the awesomely talented runawaydr3amer! Depending on the reception of this narration, I may read the other parts. Let us know if you want more.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary:
When you live a life like theirs, chasing tail isn't always an option. But sometimes you just want someone to touch your dick, and your brother’s hand is as good as any.
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Sandra and Karlee have circled the episode that shall not be named for years. So, it’s about time they have a good cleansing rant about 15x20, Supernatural’s series finale episode, “Carry On.”
Disclaimer - If you loved the ending, this might not be the listen for you.
In more excellent news, Happy Spring to all you Northern Hemisphere listeners!
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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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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Podfic Time – “Catatonic” by spnexploration
Congratulations to SPN FanFic Pond member spnexploration on her Angel Fish Award! She chose the prize to have me narrate her story. It was a great read. Have a listen!
Visit her tumblr masterlist of works and like, reply, and reblog!
About the Angel Fish Awards from the SPN FanFic Pond tumblr blog:
“Every month all of you fantastic writers work your asses off to post some truly incredible stories. Our Angel Fish Awards are the way for all of us, as a community of writers and readers, to lift each other up and give praise to those who have captured our attention and deserve a few kind words.”
Learn more about SPN FanFic Pond and become a part of this amazing community of fanfic writers and readers: https://spnfanficpond.tumblr.com
~ Sandra
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Characters: Sam Winchester, Dean Winchester, female hunter (reader)
Pairings: Dean Winchester x fem!reader
Summary: Sam gets hurt on a hunt, but the message doesn't seem to be getting through to Dean. The reader has to think of something quickly to motivate him to move, but how will Dean take being threatened? And what happens when there are questions at the hospital?
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Sandra and Karlee thought it’d be fun to flip the script on their Canon Fodder recommendations. We got Karlee recommending things they think Sandra would like and vice versa… savvy? So, smut-swapping identities. They got so into it they brought two each. Enjoy!
Oh, and Happy Pi Day!
(Note: Explicit Works)
Karlee’s Fic Recs (Dean/Reader): Caught by burningdesires; Hot For Teacher by kittenofdoomage
Sandra’s Fic Recs (Wincest): Shouldn’t throw stones by Trojie; Kneel by sparxwrites
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Podfic Time – “Ride the Lightning” by CLeighWrites
Huge thanks to Candice (CLeighWrites)! This ticked off many kink boxes I didn’t know I had.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Dean Winchester/You
Summary:
Dean wakes up to find you enjoying the midnight thunderstorm… maybe a little too much.
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We’re looking for podcast guests, y’all. SPN FanFic Writer or Reader and want to chat with us? Fill out the Google Guest Form: https://forms.gle/fAGenuC4YbgSWDVA6
If you aren’t a SPN FanFic Writer or Reader but would love to come onto the podcast to chat about anything else Supernatural related or creative-adjacent, fawn or gripe in general, reach out to us below.
Email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com), Twitter, or leave us a voicemail!
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Candice, known as CLeighWrites in the fanfic community, joined Sandra and Karlee for an enlightening discussion about her writing journey and process. With well over a hundred Supernatural fanfics that run the gamut on ships/pairings, Candice is a prompt lover and a prolific creator. Whatever you’re into, chances are Candice has a fic for that.
Want to scroll through her massive library of work? You can find CLeighWrites on tumblr and AO3.
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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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Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
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Podfic Time – “You Watch WHAT?!” by Wayward_and_Worn
Huge thanks to Karen (Wayward_and_Worn) for permitting me to narrate this fun and sexy story. I hope she likes my subtle transformation of the text.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Reader
Summary:
How it got started ~
“Girls watch porn too, you know.” Y/N said from the backseat as they headed home from another hunt.
“Name one,” Dean scoffed.
“Uh. Me.” She ignored Sam as he whipped around to look at her from his position at shotgun.
“You do not.” He huffed with all the certainty that Dean Winchester possessed.
She crossed her arms and scowled.
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Have a fic you want to recommend to Sandra and Karlee for either a Canon Fodder episode or as a Ramble On full narration episode? Fill out the form below or contact them another way with all the details!
Google Form for Fic Recs: https://forms.gle/W4AxEod3JcpLmPY6A
Email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com), Twitter, or leave us a voicemail!
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Oh boy, leave it to Sandra to want to explore a topic that got Karlee supercharged with feelings. There have been many discussions about dissecting what exactly makes Dean Winchester tick. So, Sandra and Karlee are here to add their two cents with the help of a long-time listener, Ms. Autobahn. They’re debating the Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) diagnosis of Dean that’s floated about on the Internet for some time.
Disclaimer: Sandra and Karlee are not psychologists or therapists and are utilizing the DSM-5 Criteria for studying and discussing a fictional character - Dean Winchester.
Reference Table - Dean and (not having) BPD
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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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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Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
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Podfic Time – “Grocery Shopping Sucks” by Wayward_and_Worn
Huge thanks to Karen (Wayward_and_Worn) for giving me permission to narrate this fun little slice of life with the Winchester boys.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Teen and Up
Dean Winchester & Sam Winchester, Reader
Summary: A day in the life of living with the Winchesters.
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Pump the brakes! Sandra and Karlee have another great interview with a special guest. FanFic author, Karen (Wayward_and_Worn), was gracious enough to chat about how she got into the Supernatural fandom, her writing process (which involves color-coded pens and notebooks - lots of notebooks), and how frustrating it is when Sam and Dean refuse to help an author out. Sit back and enjoy!
You can find Wayward_and_Worn on Tumblr and AO3.
Also, Happy Fat Tuesday! Here's us imagining Dean wanting to throw out all the beads to any and all willing partygoers!
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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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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Happy Unattached Drifter Christmas! It’s Valentine’s Day, so Sandra and Karlee decided to discuss all the ways Sam and Dean… aren’t romantic? Blame Sandra for thinking it was a great tie-in.
The conversation centers around aromanticism. Aromanticism is an identity term for people who feel little to no romantic attraction.
References: What is Aromanticism? Asexuality, Attraction, and Romantic Orientation
Quzzes: Are you aromantic or demiromantic?
Inspired by the Supernatural Opinions podcast discussion “The One Where We Talk About Love Languages”
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
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Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Sandra and Karlee are testing the waters and getting schooled all about fanfiction mentoring and supportive communities created by SPN FanFic Pond and FanFic Ocean. An informative and delightful conversation was had with community creators and admins Mana, Michelle, and Sarah.
SPN FanFic Pond is a creative community where more well-known/experienced writers mentor newbie writers. (Connect on Twitter and tumblr)
FanFic Ocean, inspired by SPN FanFic Pond, was created to provide a place for fanfiction outside the SPN community. (Connect on tumblr)
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Spoilers - Sandra and Karlee are talking all about the happenings that occurred on The Winchesters episode, “Hang On To Your Life.” This one required notes on Sandra’s part.
Can you guess which one of them is in Camp I Wonder and which is in Camp I’m Done?
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
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Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Sandra and Karlee had a great discussion with fellow Supernatural podcaster, KJ. They’ve created and hosted three podcasts and shared their journey, experiences, and opinions on all things Supernatural.
All the ways to listen to the Supernatural Opinions podcast and connect with KJ: https://linktr.ee/SupernaturalOpinionsPodcast
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast
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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Leave it to Sandra and Karlee to find the through-line of their Canon Fodder recommendations in the middle of recording an episode. It's all about romance tropes: miscommunication, angst, pining, etc. Two amazing pieces of fanfic are discussed in detail, which makes it the easiest of sells.
(Note: Explicit Works)
Karlee’s Fic Rec: West series (Wincest) by runawaydr3amer
Sandra’s Fic Rec: Fudge Buddies (Dean/Donna) by jscribbles
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)! DM us on Twitter or leave us a voicemail!
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Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Switchboard LGBT UK
The Trevor Project - USA and Global
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Sandra met Jessica at the Supernatural DC Con last year and wanted her to come on the podcast to regale Karlee and our listeners with her Jared tales and hype up her amazing artwork. When it comes to Supernatural, Sandra and Karlee have come to the conclusion that Jessica: wants it serious, wants it sad, and wants her dead Sam. A fun, fanfic free conversation was had by all. Enjoy!
Jessica’s links (@Smauglockme) - https://linktr.ee/Smauglockme - (Buy some of her artwork over on redbubble!)
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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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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
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Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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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Um, Misha…
Yeah, about that Misha…
All Encanto references aside, this is a serious and layered Idling in the Impala episode that has been a long time in the making. It’s such an important episode it’s its own trilogy. Yep, we’ve got a three-parter for our listeners this week.
Tuesday - Karlee’s Journey To Agender/Transmasc (Disclaimer: as a part of the LGBTQ+ community, Karlee references themselves as queer.)
Wednesday - Misha’s BiGate (NJ Con incident in April 2022 and fallout)
- Misha BiGate Video
- Misha Apology Tweet (Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2)
Thursday - ClubQ and Misha’s Tweet
- Misha ClubQ Tweet (Screenshot)
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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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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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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Um, Misha…
Yeah, about that Misha…
All Encanto references aside, this is a serious and layered Idling in the Impala episode that has been a long time in the making. It’s such an important episode it’s its own trilogy. Yep, we’ve got a three-parter for our listeners this week.
Tuesday - Karlee’s Journey To Agender/Transmasc (Disclaimer: as a part of the LGBTQ+ community, Karlee references themselves as queer.)
Wednesday - Misha’s BiGate (NJ Con incident in April 2022 and fallout)
- Misha BiGate Video
- Misha Apology Tweet (Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2)
Thursday - ClubQ and Misha’s Tweet
- Misha ClubQ Tweet (Screenshot)
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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.
~~~~~
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Um, Misha…
Yeah, about that Misha…
All Encanto references aside, this is a serious and layered Idling in the Impala episode that has been a long time in the making. It’s such an important episode it’s its own trilogy. Yep, we’ve got a three-parter for our listeners this week.
Tuesday - Karlee’s Journey To Agender/Transmasc (Disclaimer: as a part of the LGBTQ+ community, Karlee references themselves as queer.)
Wednesday - Misha’s BiGate (NJ Con incident in April 2022 and fallout)
- Misha BiGate Video
- Misha Apology Tweet (Screenshot 1, Screenshot 2)
Thursday - ClubQ and Misha’s Tweet
- Misha ClubQ Tweet (Screenshot)
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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.
~~~~~
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Shameless plugging - Sandra's romance novel, Cowboy Canter, is out and available in eBook, paperback, and audiobook formats. Listen to a sample of the audiobook. Follow the link for retail information (it's available pretty much everywhere you can think of).
https://linktr.ee/sandrakyle
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Happy New Year from Idling in the Impala! We are easing into 2023 with some good vibes and Karlee’s Jared moment! We’ll be back to our regularly scheduled programming next week.
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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.
~~~~~
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
It’s been more than a minute since Karlee and Sandra began this podcast road trip… a whole year, in fact! Celebrating a year of episodes, outtakes, smut, lessons learned, love of the little show that could, and the fandom it created. And, what better way to celebrate than by listening to the very first podcast episode to cringe and reminisce?
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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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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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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Podfic Time – “Step Into Christmas” by KarleeKarma
Read in its entirety on AO3 here.
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Sam Winchester/You, Sam Winchester/Reader
Summary: It's your first Christmas at the cottage with Sam. Dean is flying over to spend it with you and you can't wait to give both boys an honest to goodness family Christmas to remember!
Part Eight of English Cottage ‘Verse Series
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Merry Holidays! We hope you all get the chance to relax and spend time with those you love! Karlee and Sandra ended up reminiscing all things Christmas along with their commentary of Supernatural’s holiday episode “A Very Supernatural Christmas” waaay back from season 3. Enjoy!
Some Christmas FanFic Recs:
A recommendation from one of our favorite listeners, Ms. Autobahn. She spoke highly of this Destiel AU story, A Model Christmas (Note: NSFW Pics - Seriously, don’t say we didn’t warn ya!)
Step Into Christmas - Sam/Reader, part of English Cottage ‘Verse Series by KarleeKarma
Jules and Jingle Bells - Dean/OFC, part of Some Sunny Day Series by Drasna
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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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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – Part Two (of Two) of “Jules and Jingle Bells” by Drasna
Read in its entirety on AO3 here.
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character(s)
Summary: A snow day with Dean.
Part Six of Some Sunny Day Series
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Podfic Time – Part One (of Two) of “Jules and Jingle Bells” by Drasna
Read in its entirety on AO3 here.
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character(s)
Summary: Dean helps Julie celebrate her December birthday.
Part Six of Some Sunny Day Series
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If you’ve spent time in the backseat with these two, you know how Karlee and Sandra feel about the Supernatural finale. Like many other watchers, they wanted something different for the boys. So, for this episode of Canon Fodder, they’ve got two recommendations for series that are very near and dear to their fanfic hearts. One of these ending fix-its is written by an amazing SPN friend/fanfic legend; the other belongs to Sandra. No bias or partiality here!
The Dress - part of Daddy Dean Drabbles and The Rookie Series by DandelionDreaming
Jules and Jingle Bells - part of Some Sunny Day Series by Drasna
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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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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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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
--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Karlee and Sandra were lucky enough to have SPN lovers and writers Carole, Tammy, and Sandy back to discuss J2 and A/B/O fanfiction. Great discussion, as always. They got a little sidetracked along the way, but that’s half the fun!
Reach out to these lovely ladies and read their work!
Carole
AO3 and Twitter
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Tammy
AO3 and Twitter
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Sandy
AO3 and Twitter
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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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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
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Character discussion time! We’re talking about King of the Crossroads, King of Hell, arguably the best baddie to ever “bad” on SPN: Crowley.
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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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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
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
~~~~~
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
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – Part Two (and Final) of “Factory Reset” by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Read in its entirety on AO3 here.
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/You, Dean Winchester/Original Female Character(s)
Summary: Dean's admired your hunting skills and prowess for years. You have a relationship with the eldest Winchester built on mutual respect and a level playing field when it comes to handling monsters and having each other's back.
When a wrong assumption he's had for years is corrected, it leads to both of you being presented with an opportunity to explore and be honest with the feelings that are hiding just under the surface.
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A Happy Thanksgiving week to all in the US and abroad (even those in the UK). Karlee and Sandra are thankful for this podcast and to the listeners that get a kick out of their rants. They are talking a bit about the holidays and looking ahead before offering a full feast of outtakes. Oh, and someone’s got a book release next month!
Discover more about SPNFanFicPond (Twitter and tumblr) and The FanFic Ocean (tumblr)!
Sandra’s Contemporary Western Romance, Cowboy Canter is available for pre-order! Amazon link here (available on other sites, links coming soon)
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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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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
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. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen and GlobalGiving
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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
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – Part One of “Factory Reset” by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Read in its entirety on AO3 here.
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/You, Dean Winchester/Original Female Character(s)
Summary: Dean's admired your hunting skills and prowess for years. You have a relationship with the eldest Winchester built on mutual respect and a level playing field when it comes to handling monsters and having each other's back.
When a wrong assumption he's had for years is corrected, it leads to both of you being presented with an opportunity to explore and be honest with the feelings that are hiding just under the surface.
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
The Battle of the Dads episode stirred up some strong feelings for Karlee and Sandra. Turns out, a long-time listener had some thoughts as well and sent them an email about it. Which, in turn, created more thoughts by Karlee and Sandra. So, now, here they are, reading some fan mail and having a discussion about the topic that never seems to get old around these parts - John Winchester’s A+ Parenting.
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
Discord #backseat Channel
Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – “Under Cupid’s Wings” by Merenwen76
Huge thanks to Sandy (Merenwen76) for giving me permission to narrate. Magic and love spell stories are one of my favorites to read. Toss in some Valentine’s Day romance and I’m in!
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary: Sam finds a spell that gives the user one night to fulfill a fantasy with their object of desire
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Karlee and Sandra are getting a bit kinky. Okay, so basically, it’s like any other episode, right? No, but really, they’ve picked fic recs that dive into some personal preferences when it comes to Sam and Dean. Strap-on! Uh, Strap in! In!
Holy Explicit Fan Fic, Batman! Definitely NSFW!
Note: These stories are locked on AO3 and require an account to read.*
Sandra’s Fic Rec: Lose Yourself and Ruined by rizlowwritessortof
Karlee’s Fic Rec: Gagging For It by JustineDelarge
- rizlowwritessortof masterlist on tumblr can be found here if you can’t read on AO3
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
Discord #backseat Channel
Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – “Transformations” by TammyRenH
Huge thanks to Tammy (TammyRenH) for giving me permission to narrate. I always love getting to experience more of SamWitch, and when you toss in all the need and angst, mutual pining, and passion in this fic… well, let’s say this had me blushing throughout most of my narration. I wonder if you’ll hear the blushing in my voice?
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise! Also, this fic is a story from the Wincest Reverse Bang Collection, showcasing magnificent artwork from TheGreenestGreenToEverGreen (Midnight Silver). So make sure to send kudos to all the collaborators that brought this story to life.
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit (No Joking Around! NSFW)
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary: The problem is, now that his thoughts aren’t full of strategies and possibilities and worries about imminent danger and the destruction of the world, they keep returning over and over and over again to Dean. It’s not a new obsession, but it’s one that is now threatening to swallow Sam whole.
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Karlee and Sandra debated on calling this episode “Mommy Issues” as the topic of discussion is the enigmatic character, Mary Winchester. She’s been a source of loss and wanting for the boys. A ghostly influence and force over their lives for decades. And then, she was resurrected and thrown back into the mix during the final seasons. Needless to say, there are many, many thoughts.
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
Discord #backseat Channel
Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Podfic Time – “The Coriolis Effect” by firesign10
Huge thanks to Carole (firesign10) for giving me permission to narrate. There’s a lot of love in this Sam/Dean story, which was wonderful to experience.
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise! Also, this fic is a story from the 2020 Supernatural Reversebang Challenge (a thing I just learned about a couple of weeks ago), and it showcases some amazing digital art from Jld71. So make sure to send kudos to all the collaborators that brought this story to life.
~ Sandra
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester
Summary: Dean awakes from being in a coma after being in a car accident. He sees Sam sitting by his bedside and reaches out to him. He knows who he is and he remembers Sam, but he has no memory of Sam being his brother and thinks they are a married couple. Sam is stunned by Dean’s revelation that he thinks they’re more than just brothers and has no idea how to react to this since it’s his deepest desire coming true.
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Ah, the Impala has a ton of people along for the ride this episode, Y’all! Three talented fanfic authors, who ship and write Wincest, have joined Karlee and Sandra for a fantastic discussion. If the pairing of Sam/Dean is your cup of tea, you won’t want to miss this one!
Reach out to them and read their work! Can’t wait to have them back!
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Carole
AO3 and Twitter
FicRec: Witch!Sam and Pay Phone Verse (J2) series
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Tammy
AO3 and Twitter
FicRec: Morning Glory
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Sandy
AO3 and Twitter
FicRec: The Happy Baker (J2)
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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.
~~~~~
We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
Discord #backseat Channel
Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA and International Resources
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Sandra watched The Winchesters Pilot episode. She has thoughts. Karlee feigns being intrigued. Let’s see how this shakes out.
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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.
~~~~~
We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
Discord #backseat Channel
Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Karlee and Sandra love a good outtake. They’ve compiled some clips featuring a few guests on the podcast. Enjoy!
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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.
~~~~~
We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
Discord #backseat Channel
Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
~~~~~
For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
This episode of Canon Fodder is Destiel-focused. Karlee and Sandra have two of their favorites up for discussion.
Canon Fodder FicRec (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT, NSFW):
Karlee’s Pick - Surrender by ThePornFairy
Sandra’s Pick - The Sum Of My Regrets by LoveIsNotAVictoryMarch
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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.
~~~~~
We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
Discord #backseat Channel
Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Supporters will get access to our #behindthescenes channel, content self-explanatory.
~~~~~
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
~~~~~
For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
~~~~~
LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/idlingintheimpala/message
Who’s the best dad to have ever dadded on Supernatural? In this episode, we’ve got a battle between the heavyweights that had the most influence on the boys and arguably the biggest shoes to fill - it’s John Winchester vs. Bobby Singer. Who’ll win? Spoiler - for Karlee and Sandra, there’s only one right answer.
Sandra’s Table - Battle of the Dads thoughts/vid links
Per our discussion of what Dean had to do to make due when John left the boys for long periods - Did Jensen ever suggest that Dean turned tricks?
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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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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
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Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
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When Karlee and Sandra talked about all things British Men of Letters in the previous episode, it’s no surprise that the discussion veered a bit. It spiraled into the one thing everyone has an opinion on - food!
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
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Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
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This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Ah, the British Men of Letters and their magic and gadgets. You know them, you love them? Sandra and Karlee are picking apart Season 12 and those pesky Brits. Karlee is tired of their countrymen being the bad guys, people!
GoogleDoc with notes/links to some S12 articles and short vids on British Men of Letters.
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
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Discord #backseat Channel
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
It’s been more than a minute since Sandra and Karlee have provided some fic recommendations. Want to get these discussions back into regular rotation on the podcast. Hopefully, they’ve figured out a format that keeps episodes to a reasonable length. No promises, but it’s the effort that counts, right?
Canon Fodder FicRec (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT, NSFW):
Sandra’s Pick - Santiago’s by JJ_Jupiter
Karlee’s Pick - Not Unless Sam Says by spectaculacularsammy
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
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Discord #Backseat Channel
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
It’s another character deep dive. Sandra and Karlee are talking all about the Queen of Hell, Rowena. From initial impression to the amazing power she displayed in that petite frame!
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
Discord #backseat Channel
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
It’s been a while but we had to finish our most and least favorite episodes of the Supernatural run. This time, we’re reviewing seasons 11 through 15. The burning question: will Sandra once again have Karlee screaming about how wrong her most favorite picks are? Tune in to find out.
Wincest Fic Link (mentioned in the chat and recced by Karlee): Midnight Ride by ani_coolgirl
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Karlee and Sandra are finally giving the angel his due. All things Castiel, the Angel of Thursday, are discussed in this episode (yep, that includes our thoughts on Destiel).
Destiel FanFic Favs/Links
AO3 Picks: Unfamiliar by riseofthefallenone; Have Love, Will Travel by squeemonster
Making It Up As We Go: A Destiel FanFic Anthology Podcast
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
We hope you are buckled up and ready for the ride because we are not turning this car around or stopping for pee breaks. Sandra and her husband Ted went to the Supernatural DC Convention (August 12th through the 14th) and are here to tell Karlee about it. It’s a long one!
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
We’re professionals! At least, if we say that to ourselves long enough, we might actually tulpa it into existence, right? Seriously, though, we have a lot of opinions on many topics. Here’s where we shit on everything! Buckle up! It’s a long ride, you may need a pee break!
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Podfic Time – “All That I Ask” by there_must_be_a_lock
An immense thank you to Lou (there_must_be_a_lock) for letting me choose a fic of hers to narrate in full. She mentioned this one in our interview and I think it’s open and raw and lovely. ~ Sandra
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
You can also find Lou and a master list of all her fics on tumblr.
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Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Sam Winchester/Reader
Additional Tags: Very Soft Smut, The Softest, Like Therapy But Dirty, Existential Smut, Trauma Recovery, Angst and Fluff and Smut, Emotional Hurt/Comfort, Smut, Oral Sex, Gentle Sex, Showering Sam Winchester, First Time
Summary: He massages little sudsy circles into my scalp and combs his fingers gently through the tangles. He shields my eyes when it’s time to rinse, tilting my chin back gently into the spray. Nobody’s done this for me since I was a child. It makes me feel innocent and serene and fucking treasured, the way he takes care of me.
Sex has always felt like the height of intimacy to me. I always feel vulnerable, like that’s the closest I can get to another person, the most exposed.
Sam’s fingers in my hair feel like a better expression of trust than anything I’ve ever done in bed. Sex has never felt this intimate. I’m not sure anything has ever felt this intimate.
Notes: This touches on a moment of post-traumatic dissociation, but the traumatic event itself is not actually discussed or even named.
Song Interlude: “Moonlight” by Future Islands
Thank goodness Karlee doesn’t have to carry the weight of Sam all by themselves for this episode! We couldn’t think of anyone better to help out than Tumblr/AO3 author Lou, better known around the fandom fanfic parts as There Must Be A Lock! We’ve shouted out some of Lou’s work in previous episodes and for good reason. She’s here to discuss her love of Supernatural and getting deep into Sam (The Soulless, The Shame, and The Sadist)... with a little sprinkle of Dean.
Where you can find Lou and her work:
@there-must-be-a-lock (tumblr)
There_Must_Be_A_Lock (AO3)
Amazon - Everything Series
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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.
We'd love to hear your thoughts and are always on the lookout for stories we haven't seen. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Sandra and Karlee got to chatting about writing. What inspires them? How do they actually wrangle all those smutty and pesky plot ideas? And what the heck does one do when a character will not do as they’re told?
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Sandra and Karlee can get sidetracked pretty easily. This episode is filled with outtakes that we think you might enjoy. Enjoy the madness and mayhem, from manly smells to ripping on Fifty Shades and everything in between.
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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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We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Podfic Time – “Hide Your Love Away” by Thoughts Like a Minefield (Incog_Ninja)
Huge thanks to MJ for letting me have my pick of her works to narrate. This remains one of my all-time favorites. ~ Sandra
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/You, Dean Winchester/Reader, Dean Winchester/Original Female Character(s)
Additional Tags: Vaginal Fingering, Making Out, Kissing, Kissing is a dying art, Cunnilingus, Anal Play, Analingus, Vaginal Sex, The Jockey is the best sexual position, Dean loves sex, He's good at it, and we should all sing to the heavens about it, Dean can have fun and be his intense dark self all at the same time
Summary: "Most hunters don't kiss and tell; but if you bag a Winchester? You fucking tell."
Beyond excited to get to chat with one of the most talented SPN FanFic authors out there! MJ (known on tumblr and AO3 as Thoughts Like a Minefield and Incog_Ninja) talked about how she got into Supernatural, writing FanFic, and so much more. We couldn’t stop fanning ourselves, y’all! She is the Queen of Dean One Shots and for good reason.
Where you can find MJ’s work: @thoughtslikeaminefield (tumblr), Incog_Ninja (AO3)
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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.
No Canon Fodder picks this episode. But MJ steered us in the direction of some of her amazing fic writer friends. You can find their works on AO3:
- LittleGreenPlasticSoldier
- marksmenfem
- stunudo
- There_Must_Be_A_Lock
- Wayward_and_Worn
- WinchesterWytch
We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Podfic Time – “Indivisible” by Thoughts Like A Minefield (Incog_Ninja)
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
The Boys Fandom
- Rated Explicit (Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings)
Soldier Boy/Original Female Character
Additional Tags: Slapping, Breast Play, Nipple Play, Nipple Licking, Dirty Talk, Sex Talk
Summary: Where did Ben go after Legend’s and before visiting Countess’ sanctuary?
We’re off-roading with The Boys again. Season Three is a wrap. Here is our rant.
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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.
No Canon Fodder picks this episode. We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3), SandraKyle.com
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
We obviously didn’t learn our lesson the first time we compared our most and least favorite episodes for the first five seasons of Supernatural, because we’re at it again for seasons 6 through 10.
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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.
No Canon Fodder picks this episode. But, we have to include a link to a series that gets mentioned time and time again: DandelionDreaming’s The Rookie.
We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Podfic Time – “Kneel” by KarleeKarma
Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/You, Dean Winchester/Reader
Additional Tags: Smut, Shameless Smut, Masturbation, Oral Sex, Vaginal Fingering, Vaginal Sex, Dean Winchester on his knees, Self-Control, Slight Femdom, Dean Winchester crawls, Plot What Plot/Porn Without Plot, Porn with Feelings, Praise Kink
Summary: Dean wants to be good for you. Dean wants to wait for you. Dean wants to kneel for you. Dean knows if he's good, you'll let him do anything he wants.
We heard from a fan of the podcast! The lovely Anna shared her thoughts on all our ranting and put in a fanfic request. We obliged! In this episode, listen to our brainstorming for the story and the final result!
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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.
Canon Fodder Reading (Found on Archive Of Our Own - Rated Teen and Up Audiences):
Only In My Dreams… by Drasna
We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Off-topic and not SPN-focused rant: Is it just us or is the world turning into a dumpster fire of galactic proportions? We're feeling a little lost and trying to find some ways to make a difference. We'll be inserting our own little PSAs in episodes from here on out with causes we feel need spotlighting. Here is a list of the current ones:
Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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For Those in the US: Educate Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action
End Gun Violence in America - Moms Demand Action
Advocate for Gun Regulation in Your State - Sandy Hook Promise
Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union
Your Vote, Your Voice - Vote.Gov
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LGBTQ+ Help/Resources and Charities
Switchboard LGBT - https://switchboard.lgbt/ UK
The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ USA
TrevorSpace Social Network: Resources for International LGBTQ Youth - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/resources-for-international-lgbtq-youth/
Podfic Time – “Birthdays: Dean Winchester Style” by KarleeKarma
Karlee was the sweetest mortal, writing this for me for my December birthday. I chose the red onesie, requested some perky nipples, and a sprinkle of praise kink - their imagination did the rest! Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/You, Dean Winchester/Reader
Additional Tags: Shameless Smut, Romantic Fluff, Pampering,
Plot What Plot/Porn Without Plot, Caring Dean Winchester, Soft Dean
Winchester, Dean Winchester Gives Oral Sex, Vaginal Sex, sofa sex, Teasing, Neck Kissing, Body Worship, Kinda, Orgasm
Summary: It's your birthday. You had to work, you got caught in a blizzard and frankly the universe might just have it out for you today. However, Dean has some plans to show you a good time.
Podfic Time - Parts 5 through Epilogue of "Professional Distance" by AHumanFemale
A big thank you to AHumanFemale for providing permission for me to read this amazing fanfic in its entirety. Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/Donna Hanscum
Tag: Alternate Universe
Summary: Dean Winchester is an editor known for his critical eye and keen insight, finding himself a famed name in the world of romance novels. No matter the material that crosses his desk Dean has always been able to maintain his professional distance. Until Donna Hanscum. As if his crush on the effervescent blonde weren't incapacitating enough, now she's introduced a love interest to her latest novel that seems suspiciously like... him.
No, it’s not our Winchester boys that we’re gushing about this episode. This is part two of our discussion of The Boys television show, where we finally, finally get to Soldier Boy!
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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.
No Canon Fodder picks this episode. We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
No, it’s not our Winchester boys that we’re gushing about this episode. We’re offroading with The Boys television show on Amazon, because, c’mon, you know why. We play catchup on Seasons 1 and 2 in this episode. And, we ranted so much about it that we had to make the discussion a two-parter. Stay tuned for the continuation on Thursday.
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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.
No Canon Fodder picks this episode. We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
Podfic Time - Parts 1 through 4 of "Professional Distance" by AHumanFemale
A big thank you to AHumanFemale for providing permission for me to read this amazing fanfic in its entirety. Please visit the fic on AO3 and give it all the kudos and comments - it deserves a ton of praise!
Parts 5 through Epilogue will post next Friday.
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Explicit
Dean Winchester/Donna Hanscum
Tag: Alternate Universe
Summary: Dean Winchester is an editor known for his critical eye and keen insight, finding himself a famed name in the world of romance novels. No matter the material that crosses his desk Dean has always been able to maintain his professional distance. Until Donna Hanscum. As if his crush on the effervescent blonde weren't incapacitating enough, now she's introduced a love interest to her latest novel that seems suspiciously like... him.
It's PodFic Time! Perfect Day Series collaboration by DandelionDreaming, KarleeKarma, and Drasna
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Sam Winchester/Reader, Dean Winchester/You, Sam Winchester/You, Dean Winchester/Reader
Tags: Fluff and Angst, Angst and Hurt/Comfort, Teen Romance
Summary: You'd known them since you were young, the memories of a perfect day and an unfinished teenage love story haunting you for years.
The drama that tore you apart and brought you all back together again told in turn by you, Sam, and then Dean.
A Collaboration with DandelionDreaming, KarleeKarma, and Drasna, each telling a piece of the story in turn from the Reader, Sam's, and then Dean's point of view.
(Read it on AO3 here)
Karlee and Sandra have brought up the lovely DandelionDreaming again and again when they speak of the fanfic authors they adore and admire. And, lucky them, she’s finally dropping in to talk about her works (the amazingness that is The Rookie Series), her writing process, and how this little threesome found each other and made the Impala’s backseat their safe haven.
So much to discuss that they had to break up this episode into two parts.
Find all of DandelionDreaming’s AO3 works here. Reach out on Twitter: 1DandelionDream
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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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Canon Fodder FicRecs by DandelionDreaming (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT)
If I Could See You One More Time, Part 10 of The Rookie Series, by DandelionDreaming
A View To A Winchester, Part 1 of the Some Sunny Day Series, by Drasna
Sub!Dean Series by KarleeKarma
Random TikTok Rec - Supernatural Content Creator Anastasia Jane
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
Karlee and Sandra have brought up the lovely DandelionDreaming again and again when they speak of the fanfic authors they adore and admire. And, lucky them, she’s finally dropping in to talk about her works (the amazingness that is The Rookie Series), her writing process, and how this little threesome found each other and made the Impala’s backseat their safe haven.
So much to discuss that they had to break up this episode into two parts.
Find all of DandelionDreaming’s AO3 works here. Reach out on Twitter: 1DandelionDream
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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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Canon Fodder FicRecs by DandelionDreaming (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT)
If I Could See You One More Time, Part 10 of The Rookie Series, by DandelionDreaming
A View To A Winchester, Part 1 of the Some Sunny Day Series, by Drasna
Sub!Dean Series by KarleeKarma
Random TikTok Rec - Supernatural Content Creator Anastasia Jane
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
Podfic Time - Chapter 21 and Epilogue of "Past Due" by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character
Tags: Fluff, Flirting, Explicit Language, Smut, Angst, POV First Person, Librarians, Friends to Lovers, Men of Letters Bunker, Lebanon Kansas, Third Chance at Love, POV Female Character, Protective Dean Winchester, Hunter Dean Winchester, Bookworm Sam Winchester, The Winchesters are on a case, The boys deserved a better ending
Summary: Dean Winchester has an effect on an older woman he's known for years. Set around Season 15 with some canon-divergent plotting.
(Read in its entirety on AO3 here)
Podfic Time - Chapters 19 through 20 of "Past Due" by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Installments of this Podfic will post every Friday until complete
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character
Tags: Fluff, Flirting, Explicit Language, Smut, Angst, POV First Person, Librarians, Friends to Lovers, Men of Letters Bunker, Lebanon Kansas, Third Chance at Love, POV Female Character, Protective Dean Winchester, Hunter Dean Winchester, Bookworm Sam Winchester, The Winchesters are on a case, The boys deserved a better ending
Summary: Dean Winchester has an effect on an older woman he's known for years. Set around Season 15 with some canon-divergent plotting.
(Read in its entirety on AO3 here if you don't want to wait for the installments)
Sandra was witness to (almost) all that took place at the Supernatural Convention in New Jersey in April. She’s spilling the details with help from her husband, Ted, who was also in attendance (and, yes, he went willingly).
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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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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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No Canon Fodder picks this episode.
We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
Podfic Time - Chapters 17 through 18 of "Past Due" by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Installments of this Podfic will post every Friday until complete
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character
Tags: Fluff, Flirting, Explicit Language, Smut, Angst, POV First Person, Librarians, Friends to Lovers, Men of Letters Bunker, Lebanon Kansas, Third Chance at Love, POV Female Character, Protective Dean Winchester, Hunter Dean Winchester, Bookworm Sam Winchester, The Winchesters are on a case, The boys deserved a better ending
Summary: Dean Winchester has an effect on an older woman he's known for years. Set around Season 15 with some canon-divergent plotting.
(Read in its entirety on AO3 here if you don't want to wait for the installments)
Podfic Time - Chapters 15 through 16 of "Past Due" by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Installments of this Podfic will post every Friday until complete
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character
Tags: Fluff, Flirting, Explicit Language, Smut, Angst, POV First Person, Librarians, Friends to Lovers, Men of Letters Bunker, Lebanon Kansas, Third Chance at Love, POV Female Character, Protective Dean Winchester, Hunter Dean Winchester, Bookworm Sam Winchester, The Winchesters are on a case, The boys deserved a better ending
Summary: Dean Winchester has an effect on an older woman he's known for years. Set around Season 15 with some canon-divergent plotting.
(Read in its entirety on AO3 here if you don't want to wait for the installments)
Sandra and Karlee can get sidetracked pretty easily. Squirrel! Moose! This episode is filled with our tangential conversations originally routed in all things SPN. From Alphas to Heaven then Brits and Baking, enjoy the madness and mayhem.
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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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No Canon Fodder picks this episode.
We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
Podfic Time - Chapters 13 through 14 of "Past Due" by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Installments of this Podfic will post every Friday until complete
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character
Tags: Fluff, Flirting, Explicit Language, Smut, Angst, POV First Person, Librarians, Friends to Lovers, Men of Letters Bunker, Lebanon Kansas, Third Chance at Love, POV Female Character, Protective Dean Winchester, Hunter Dean Winchester, Bookworm Sam Winchester, The Winchesters are on a case, The boys deserved a better ending
Summary: Dean Winchester has an effect on an older woman he's known for years. Set around Season 15 with some canon-divergent plotting.
(Read in its entirety on AO3 here if you don't want to wait for the installments)
Podfic Time - Chapters 11 through 12 of "Past Due" by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Installments of this Podfic will post every Friday until complete
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character
Tags: Fluff, Flirting, Explicit Language, Smut, Angst, POV First Person, Librarians, Friends to Lovers, Men of Letters Bunker, Lebanon Kansas, Third Chance at Love, POV Female Character, Protective Dean Winchester, Hunter Dean Winchester, Bookworm Sam Winchester, The Winchesters are on a case, The boys deserved a better ending
Summary: Dean Winchester has an effect on an older woman he's known for years. Set around Season 15 with some canon-divergent plotting.
(Read in its entirety on AO3 here if you don't want to wait for the installments)
Beyond excited to have AO3 royalty, Winchesters_Queen, with us this episode. And, if you read/write Supernatural fanfic (especially all things Dean on AO3), this SPN lover needs no introduction. Come idle with us!
Winchesters_Queen FicRec List: https://bit.ly/WQ_fic_rec
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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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Canon Fodder FicRec (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT):
Winchesters_Queen’s Pick - The Wonders of Modern Technology by LittleGreenPlasticSoldier
If you enjoy any of our recs, kudos the authors, send them love, and leave them a comment... tell 'em Sandra and Karlee sent ya.
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Charities supporting people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
World Central Kitchen - https://wck.org/
Kidsave - https://www.kidsave.org/standwithukraine
GlobalGiving - https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/ukraine-crisis-relief-fund/
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on our recommendations and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
Podfic Time - Chapters 8 through 10 of "Past Due" by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Installments of this Podfic will post every Friday until complete
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character
Tags: Fluff, Flirting, Explicit Language, Smut, Angst, POV First Person, Librarians, Friends to Lovers, Men of Letters Bunker, Lebanon Kansas, Third Chance at Love, POV Female Character, Protective Dean Winchester, Hunter Dean Winchester, Bookworm Sam Winchester, The Winchesters are on a case, The boys deserved a better ending
Summary: Dean Winchester has an effect on an older woman he's known for years. Set around Season 15 with some canon-divergent plotting.
(Read in its entirety on AO3 here if you don't want to wait for the installments)
Podfic Time - Chapters 6 through 7 of "Past Due" by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Installments of this Podfic will post every Friday until complete
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character
Tags: Fluff, Flirting, Explicit Language, Smut, Angst, POV First Person, Librarians, Friends to Lovers, Men of Letters Bunker, Lebanon Kansas, Third Chance at Love, POV Female Character, Protective Dean Winchester, Hunter Dean Winchester, Bookworm Sam Winchester, The Winchesters are on a case, The boys deserved a better ending
Summary: Dean Winchester has an effect on an older woman he's known for years. Set around Season 15 with some canon-divergent plotting.
(Read in its entirety on AO3 here if you don't want to wait for the installments)
Are we just a tad obsessed with all things Sam and Dean? You betcha! Get comfy and hunker down, cause we’re ranking the boys’ hair from least to most favorite. And, yes, we’re covering all the seasons.
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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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Canon Fodder FicRec (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT):
Sandra’s Pick - Nameless, Faceless by PetraPan
Karlee’s Pick - Be Careful What You Think Of by thirtyspells (weatherveyn)
If you enjoy any of our recs, kudos the authors, send them love, and leave them a comment... tell 'em Sandra and Karlee sent ya.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on our recommendations and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
Podfic Time - Chapters 4 through 5 of "Past Due" by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Installments of this Podfic will post every Friday until complete
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character
Tags: Fluff, Flirting, Explicit Language, Smut, Angst, POV First Person, Librarians, Friends to Lovers, Men of Letters Bunker, Lebanon Kansas, Third Chance at Love, POV Female Character, Protective Dean Winchester, Hunter Dean Winchester, Bookworm Sam Winchester, The Winchesters are on a case, The boys deserved a better ending
Summary: Dean Winchester has an effect on an older woman he's known for years. Set around Season 15 with some canon-divergent plotting.
(Read in its entirety on AO3 here if you don't want to wait for the installments)
Podfic Time - Chapters 1 through 3 of "Past Due" by Drasna (AKA Idling In The Impala Co-Host/Producer Sandra)
Installments of this Podfic will post every Friday until complete
Supernatural Fandom
Rated Mature
Dean Winchester/Original Female Character
Tags: Fluff, Flirting, Explicit Language, Smut, Angst, POV First Person, Librarians, Friends to Lovers, Men of Letters Bunker, Lebanon Kansas, Third Chance at Love, POV Female Character, Protective Dean Winchester, Hunter Dean Winchester, Bookworm Sam Winchester, The Winchesters are on a case, The boys deserved a better ending
Summary: Dean Winchester has an effect on an older woman he's known for years. Set around Season 15 with some canon-divergent plotting.
(Read in its entirety on AO3 here if you don't want to wait for the installments)
We all know the famous Supernatural taglines: “Saving People, Hunting Things, The Family Business” and “Family Don’t End In Blood.” But, honestly, with all the Winchesters have endured, shouldn’t it be WE NEED THERAPY? Sandra and Karlee have a lot to say in this family-themed discussion. So much to say, in fact, they had to break it up into two episodes. Enjoy part two!
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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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Canon Fodder FicRec (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT):
Sandra’s Pick - Under The Hood by thepriexperience
If you enjoy any of our recs, kudos the authors, send them love, and leave them a comment... tell 'em Sandra and Karlee sent ya.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on our recommendations and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
We all know the famous Supernatural taglines: “Saving People, Hunting Things, The Family Business” and “Family Don’t End In Blood.” But, honestly, with all the Winchesters have endured, shouldn’t it be WE NEED THERAPY? Sandra and Karlee have a lot to say in this family-themed discussion. So much to say, in fact, they had to break it up into two episodes. Enjoy part one!
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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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Canon Fodder FicRec (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT):
Karlee’s Pick - Blood Buzz by there_must_be_a_lock
If you enjoy any of our recs, kudos the authors, send them love, and leave them a comment... tell 'em Sandra and Karlee sent ya.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on our recommendations and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
Sandra and Karlee can get sidetracked pretty easily. Squirrel! Moose! This episode is filled with excerpts that haven’t made it into any of our main discussion topics yet. From end of show grumblings to Destiel musings and everything in between, enjoy the madness and mayhem.
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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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No Canon Fodder picks this episode. But, don’t worry, we’ll have some for you next time.
We'd love to hear your thoughts and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
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.
We're taking a Podfic Detour today as the lovely Sandra reads the fic Need by our very own Karlee. Be sure to reach out & leave Sandra some love for her excellent narration! Get comfy in the back seat as we Ramble On
Need on AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/works/36182674
Send us an email or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee: Twitter - https://twitter.com/KarleeKarma
AO3 - https://archiveofourown.org/users/KarleeKarma
Sandra: Twitter - https://twitter.com/SKyleWrites
AO3 - https://archiveofourown.org/users/Drasna/pseuds/Drasna
Give the podcast a follow on Twitter too: https://twitter.com/IdlingInDImpala
It’s a deep dive into AO3 and everything tags. Our gripes, our writing experience on the fanfic platform, and what we’ve learned along the way. Get a glimpse into our depravity and what we tend to read again and again. (Okay, we really aren’t that bad!)
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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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Canon Fodder FicRec (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT):
Sandra’s Pick - “Yeah, I have a Great Dean.” by LittleGreenPlasticSoldier
Karlee’s Pick - For Us Sinners by there_must_be_a_lock
If you enjoy any of our recs, kudos the authors, send them love, and leave them a comment... tell 'em Sandra and Karlee sent ya.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on our recommendations and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
We’ve made our lists and we’re checking them twice - It’s our Top and Bottom 10 episodes from the first five seasons of Supernatural. We discussed, compared, and managed not to get into a knock-down-drag-out fight when all was said and done.
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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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Canon Fodder FicRec (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT):
Karlee’s Pick - Boy by samsexualdeancurious (previously known as TheLittleRedWhoCouldWrite) Need an AO3 account to view/read author ‘s works
Sandra’s Pick - Only Dancing With The Winchester Boys by RoxanneTucker
If you enjoy any of our recs, kudos the authors, send them love, and leave them a comment... tell 'em Sandra and Karlee sent ya.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on our recommendations and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com) or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
Sandra’s in the driver’s seat this episode. We talk about her love of Supernatural (how she took the roundabout way of appreciating one Dean Winchester) and her foray into SPN fanfic.
BTW - The screensaver that started it all.
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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.
~~~~~
Canon Fodder FicRec (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT):
Professional Distance by AHumanFemale
If you enjoy any of our recs, kudos the authors, send them love, and leave them a comment... tell 'em Sandra and Karlee sent ya.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on our recommendations and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
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.
Karlee’s in the driver’s seat this episode. Buckle up! The conversation is about how they got into Supernatural and a deep dive into their fanfiction and what inspires them.
Canon Fodder FicRec (Found on Archive Of Our Own - WARNING: EXPLICIT, NSFW):
The Wand by WinchesterWife
If you enjoy, kudos these authors, send them love, and leave them a comment... tell 'em Sandra and Karlee sent ya.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on our recommendations and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)
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.
This episode lets you know a little of what to expect from hosts Sandra (Dean!Girl) and Karlee (Sam!Girl) - lovers of Supernatural and the fanfic it inspires.
We're driving around discussing two fic recommendations (Found on Archive Of Our Own - EXPLICIT):
(Not So) One-Sided by rosych33ks
Hide Your Love Away by Thoughts Like a Minefield (Incog_Ninja)
If you enjoy, kudos these authors, send them love, and leave them a comment... tell 'em Sandra and Karlee sent ya.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on our recommendations and we're always on the lookout for stories we haven't come across. Send us an email or reach out to us on Twitter and Find Our Works on AO3:
Karlee - KarleeKarma (Twitter and AO3)
Sandra - SKyleWrites (Twitter), Drasna (AO3)