A podcast for lovers of the show Supernatural and the fanfiction Sam and Dean Winchester inspire. Buckle up as your hosts, Sandra and Kasey, interview fanfic authors and creators from every corner of the fandom. You can expect AO3 fic recommendations, discussions on the art of storytelling with fellow writers, podfics, episode rewatches, and discussions of characters and story arcs. If SPN and fanfic intersect, Sandra and Kasey will probably talk about it. SPNFamily, hop in the backseat!
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deadlybride Interview | Writing Supernatural Fanfiction Slowly, Then All At Once
Saison 5 · Épisode 38
mardi 6 octobre 2026 • Durée 02:09:03
Sandra and Kasey sit down with deadlybride, a Wincest fanfic author whose 260+ AO3 works span over a decade of Supernatural fandom devotion. Discover what draws writers back to Dean and Sam Winchester, explore fanfic recommendations from the conversation, and hear how one author's "write slowly, then all at once" ethos has shaped her legacy in the fanfiction community.
Here was that old wincest rec tumblr that I followed back when I was first getting into the fandom: https://wincestreading.tumblr.com/masterpost. Organized by trope, with fics mostly of the pre-2012ish period, so some may not have made the leap to AO3. Worth going through!
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 Liz get into Supernatural
00:10:00 - Slash in other fandoms
00:13:06 - Sam or Dean?
00:15:58 - Show thoughts
00:18:01 - Sam and Dean Marriage Arc
00:22:07 - Fave Characters
00:24:25 - Mystery Spot
00:33:03 - Cohabitation with the boys
00:38:46 - When did Liz fall in love with fanfic
00:42:24 - Keeping in a fanfic lane
00:46:26 - Liz is a Plantser
00:52:21 - Writing challenges
00:55:30 - Always Female Dean | Deanna
01:00:24 - Deciding on a POV
01:04:33 - Dipping into J2
01:12:04 - “The Constant Vow”
01:32:12 - Tropes for Liz
01:36:28 - Fics Liz wishes got a little more reader love
01:45:16 - Fave SPN authors
01:49:03 - Kasey has MORE questions
01:51:19 - Dreamer may never recover
01:54:26 - Final thoughts and outro
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Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural character analysis, Supernatural fandom, SPN Family, Supernatural fanfic, Supernatural fanfiction, Supernatural podfics
Idling in the SPN Fandom | A Supernatural Podcast Outtakes, Vol. 3
Saison 5 · Épisode 37
mardi 29 septembre 2026 • Durée 34:06
Sandra and Kasey share some exclusive vault tracks in these special outtakes from Idling In The Impala, your go-to podcast for all things Supernatural fandom. When they're not diving into stories about Dean Winchester, Sam Winchester, and fanfiction, they offer candid conversations, behind-the-scenes insights, and discussions about the vibrant SPN fan community.
Outtakes from this episode are from May 2024.
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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
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!
Shipper vs. Scholar | Mythology & Fandom with Tsukiyo-7
Saison 5 · Épisode 36
mardi 22 septembre 2026 • Durée 01:30:26
We’re welcoming back Fede (known as Tsukiyo-7 on tumblr) to the podcast. One of Sam Winchester’s famous phrases, “According to the Lore,” more than likely puts Fede on high alert every time they hear him utter it. Supernatural borrows from religions, cultures, mythology, and languages to build a world that leaves many in the know scratching their collective heads. Fede is one of those people and is here to deep dive into a ton of topics.
Get ready to be schooled by one of our favorite fandom friends. There was so much to get to; this is only Part 1 of our discussion.
If you want to dive into Fede’s notes and references, here is the doc.
Audio Note/Warning: Upon editing this episode, Sandra came across a background noise in Kasey’s track. Unfortunately, she couldn’t remove it.
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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
Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you so we can connect.
From Fan to Creator | Agelade's Journey Into Fanfiction & Original Fiction
Saison 5 · Épisode 35
mardi 15 septembre 2026 • Durée 01:44:24
Meet L, aka Agelade: a Supernatural fanfic author who's traded Tumblr deep-dives for published original fiction. In this episode, Sandra and Kasey welcome Agelade to explore her writing journey, how fanfiction taught her craft, and why there's genuinely no "right way" to start: whether you're trying your hand at a case fic or jumping into a canon-divergent story. Plus, hear how L and her buddies examine SPN's narrative legacy on the Sam Girl Retrospective podcast.
You can find L on tumblr and her fanfic, including “Lustra”, on AO3.
School AUs in Supernatural Fanfic | Tags, Tropes & Recommendations
Saison 5 · Épisode 34
mardi 1 septembre 2026 • Durée 01:09:49
Let's head back to school with Sam and Dean Winchester. Sandra and Kasey are tackling the School AU tags: High School and College. What grade are they giving this type of fanfiction? You aren't getting a thesis, but plenty of opinions and fic recs to back them up.
Doc with all the stats and fic links discussed in this episode can be found here.
Join us in the Idling server’s #backseat to share your recs and 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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TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com
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!
Ranking Supernatural Plotlines (Seasons 7-9): Sam & Dean Winchester Fandom Deep Dive
Saison 5 · Épisode 33
mardi 25 août 2026 • Durée 01:24:24
Sandra and Kasey dive into ranking the compelling plotlines of Supernatural, focusing on Seasons 7 through 9. Join them as they explore the story arcs of beloved characters Sam Winchester and Dean Winchester at the end of the Sera Gamble era and the start of Jeremy Carver as showrunner. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the fanfic community, learn what drives the passion behind the stories and how plots continue to inspire creative works across the fandom.
Reference: handy dandy plotline chart created 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.
~~~~~
TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com
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!
The Writers Behind The Pod | Kasey & Sandra's Fanfic Journey
Saison 5 · Épisode 32
mardi 18 août 2026 • Durée 01:17:07
Sandra and Kasey don't just report on Supernatural fanfiction, they live it. In this behind-the-writing episode, both hosts break down their own fanfic journeys, sharing what they've created over the past 18 months, where their muses go silent, and how they navigate the gap between loving fandom and actively contributing to it. Expect candid writer talk, unexpected creative struggles, and the story setup for part two (because yes, they ran long again). Perfect for fanfic writers looking for inspiration and real talk about the craft.
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 ()!
Ramble On Podfic - Cheeseburger Afternoon
Saison 5
vendredi 14 août 2026 • Durée 12:01
Podfic Narration Time – “Cheeseburger Afternoon” by bettystonewell
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Beth wrote the cutest and sweetest little tale about (and tribute to) her furbaby that crossed the rainbow bridge. What better greeter in heaven than a grumpy Dean Winchester who doesn’t want to share his burger?
Find all of our podfic narrations (including the ones that earn us an Explicit rating) that spotlight a ton of amazing writers on AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/series/2964867
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Dean can’t find any peace. Even in heaven, puppy eyes are getting in the way of him and his food.
BettyStonewell on Dean Winchester, Reader-Inserts and Fanfic Inspiration
Saison 5 · Épisode 31
mardi 11 août 2026 • Durée 01:42:31
Sandra and Kasey meet BettyStonewell, a rising voice in reader-insert fanfiction who's crafting compelling hunting worlds and Dean Winchester reimaginings on AO3. In this interview, Beth shares what drives her to write late into the night, whether it's a massive series or intimate one-shots. We dive into the art of reader-insert storytelling and fanfic inspiration that captivates Supernatural fans.
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!
Supernatural Convention Stories: Tales from the SPN Fandom, Vol. 3
Saison 5 · Épisode 30
mardi 4 août 2026 • Durée 46:11
Dive into the vibrant Supernatural fandom with Sandra and Kasey as they continue the convention stories series. Listeners share their personal experiences attending ComicCons and Supernatural CreationCons, offering unique insights into the community that celebrates Dean Winchester, Sam Winchester, and their legendary adventures.
Today’s episode has best buds, Annie (copperboom82) and Bets (FlanneledFae), talking about their first-time experience at Creation Philadelphia back in October of 2025.
Whether you're a fan of fanfiction, fanfic recommendations, or podfics, this episode transports you into the heart of the SPN family. Join the conversation by sharing your own convention stories, continuing the rich tradition of storytelling within the fandom.
Stay tuned for more episodes exploring fandom life, supernatural characters, and the creative fan works that keep the community alive!
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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
Découvrez des podcasts liées à Idling In The Impala | a ride through SPN fandom and fanfiction. Explorez des podcasts avec des thèmes, sujets, et formats similaires. Ces similarités sont calculées grâce à des données tangibles, pas d'extrapolations !
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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Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural character analysis, Supernatural fandom, SPN Family, Supernatural fanfic, Supernatural fanfiction, Supernatural podfics
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
00:04:37 - Fede Loves Languages
00:16:06 - Remixing Dante
00:26:46 - The boys’ journey through Dante’s Hell
00:46:54 - Purgatory and Prayers
01:05:38 - Fede isn’t having any of Supernatural’s idea of Paradise
01:18:14 - The Empty
01:22:02 - Final thoughts and outro
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Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural character analysis, Supernatural fandom, SPN Family, Supernatural fanfic, Supernatural fanfiction, Supernatural podfics
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:
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
00:02:32 - When did L get into Supernatural
00:16:15 - The brother for L
00:24:37 - Thoughts on the show
00:44:59 - Mechanisms and phobias
00:52:26 - Sam Girl podcast co-hosts
01:05:20 - The trouble with angels
01:09:07 - Crafting a fanfic before the canon
01:22:50 - Recently published works by L
01:30:50 - Kasey has MORE questions
01:36:38 - Final thoughts and outro
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Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural character analysis, Supernatural fandom, SPN Family, Supernatural fanfic, Supernatural fanfiction, Supernatural podfics
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:
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
00:02:08 - Getting schooled on some tags
00:22:51 - AO3 Stats
00:30:19 - Fic examples
00:59:47 - Final thoughts and outro
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Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural character analysis, Supernatural fandom, SPN Family, Supernatural fanfic, Supernatural fanfiction, Supernatural podfics
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:
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 - The seasons that make us feral and not in a fun way
00:13:54 - What plotlines are we working with this time
00:18:08 - Kasey ranks the plots
00:47:29 - Sandra ranks the plots
01:16:19 - Final thoughts and outro
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Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural character analysis, Supernatural fandom, SPN Family, Supernatural fanfic, Supernatural fanfiction, Supernatural podfics
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
00:04:44 - Sit Up and Beg by Kasey
00:20:08 - Tight Red Dress by Kasey
00:46:34 - Christmas Fic Exchange
01:12:29 - Final Thoughts and Outro
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Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural character analysis, Supernatural fandom, SPN Family, Supernatural fanfic, Supernatural fanfiction, Supernatural podfics
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:
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
00:02:39 - When did Beth get into Supernatural
00:07:26 - Beth’s Blorbo
00:13:20 - Show thoughts
00:21:07 - Haircuts and jawlines
00:25:07 - Kasey’s got more show questions
00:32:50 - When did Beth find Supernatural Fandom
00:35:16 - Reader Insert revealed
00:37:24 - Supernatural Subreddit
00:41:13 - Tumbling into tumblr
00:45:30 - The first SPN fic Beth wrote
00:49:13 - Mark of Cain and Deanmon
00:52:31 - Reader reactions and writer focus
00:55:17 - Original writing?
00:56:05 - Why writing fanfic flows
00:58:13 - Reader Insert
01:03:11 - Approach to Writing and WIPs
01:13:16 - Writing Challenges
01:16:38 - Fave tropes and HEA
01:18:55 - Fave SPN FanFic Authors
01:23:18 - Kasey Questions and Sandra Tangents
01:33:56 - Final thoughts and outro
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Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural character analysis, Supernatural fandom, SPN Family, Supernatural fanfic, Supernatural fanfiction, Supernatural podfics
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:
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
00:03:01 - Con Chat with Annie and Bets
00:45:24 - Ko-Fi Member Thanks
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Supernatural fan podcast, Supernatural character analysis, Supernatural fandom, SPN Family, Supernatural fanfic, Supernatural fanfiction, Supernatural podfics
