Supernatural Then and Now
Arts & Culture Podcasts
In 2005, Sam and Dean Winchester set off on a road trip that would save the world and change television. For fifteen seasons and three hundred and twenty-seven episodes, the CW’s Supernatural (created by Eric Kripke) took audiences on a wild ride of...
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Arts & Culture Podcasts
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In 2005, Sam and Dean Winchester set off on a road trip that would save the world and change television. For fifteen seasons and three hundred and twenty-seven episodes, the CW’s Supernatural (created by Eric Kripke) took audiences on a wild ride of family, fate, and faith with a rocking soundtrack and a seriously cool car. But that was then, and now … it’s time for another ride. Join hosts Rob Benedict (Chuck Shurley/God) and Richard Speight Jr (Gabriel and director of many episodes) for Supernatural: Then and Now, a winding road trip through every episode of this iconic series, one by one, every week, with guests each episode from the cast and crew that made the wild ride possible. Buckle up for guests including Jared Padalecki (Sam), Jensen Ackles (Dean), and Robert Singer (Executive producer), as well as many many more. Subscribe for early access, live Q&As, video interviews and the community at https://patreon.com/spnthenandnow Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spnthenandnow/ linktr.ee/spnthenandnow
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English
Episodes
Sacrifice with Mark Sheppard (S8EP23)
4/20/2026
Mark Sheppard (Crowley) returns to the podcast to talk about the season finale of season 8 of Supernatural. Hear about him sitting in the chair, blowback for the opening scene with Kim Rhodes, and other behind-the-scenes stories. Rob and Rich learn angels being cast from heaven. www.patreon.com/spnthenandnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:07:44
Clip Show with Curtis Armstrong (S8EP22)
4/13/2026
iving legend Curtis Armstrong joins the podcast for a walk through the 80s and the deep dive into Metatron. So much is covered in this conversation. Rob and Rich learn more about the Old Testament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:05:40
The Great Escapist with Ben Edlund (S8EP21)
4/6/2026
Ben Edlund returns to the podcast to discuss his swan song, the final episode he wrote for the show. Hear about the challenges of balancing multiple story lines, his thoughts on Sam's decline, and the appearance of Metatron. Rob and Rich learn a little something about curing demons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:59:18
Pac-Man Fever with Felicia Day (S8EP20)
3/30/2026
It's so great to have Felicia Day back on the podcast! Her portrayal of Charlie Bradbury is an important brick in the wall of Supernatural. She discusses working with Bob Singer, the incident on set that made her leave her body, and working with Robbie Thompson. She also discusses her new book! Rob and Rick learn about dream-hacking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:56:28
Taxi Driver with Guy Norman Bee (S8EP19)
3/23/2026
You talking to me? Director Guy Norman Bee returns to the podcast to discuss this heavy episode. Sam is making his way through the trails, and like a true hero, has gone to hell and back. Hear stories about the graffiti, creating hell, and having an episode with such a big cast. It's great to see Bobby again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:01:06
Freaks and Geeks with Madison McLaughlin (S8EP18)
3/16/2026
Actor Madison McLaughlin joins the podcast to discuss her role as Krissy Chambers. She shares on the set stories about Jensen Ackles and John Showalter being paternal on set, the challenges of being young in Hollywood, and the joy of the SPN Family. Rob and Rich learn about movies where kids hunt monsters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:01:56
Goodbye Stranger with Rachel Miner (S8EP17)
3/9/2026
It is always sad to see a character go in Supernatural, but it is always great to chat with Rachel Miner about our favorite television show. The pieces of season 8 are coming together! Hear from Rachel about her swan song with the show, flirting with...everyone, and how she got her start in acting. Rob and Rich learn about creepy crypts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:00:57
Pilot REDUX with Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles (S1EP1.V2)
3/2/2026
We are solving a crime from the past. Rob and Rich never reviewed the pilot of Supernatural or gave it a beard rating, so we are going back to the first episode to fix this mistake. Rob and Rich finally rewatch (as opposed to watching for the first time) the first episode of Supernatural and give it the rating it deserves. Plus, listen to the original interview with Jared and Jensen all over again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:06:34
Remember the Titans with Chad Kennedy (S8EP16)
2/23/2026
You may not see his name in the credits, but Chad Kennedy had a big hand in the execution of Supernatural. A fan of the series from the start, Chad served as the supervising executive from Warner Brothers for 11 seasons. Hear how he got his start in the business, insider info on Warner Brothers, and why the themes of this episode served as an analogy for the season. Rob and Rich remember the titan Prometheus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:09:44
Man's Best Friend with Benefits with Todd Aronauer (S8EP15)
2/16/2026
Producer Todd Aronauer returns to the podcast to break down the post-production craft behind Supernatural’s “Man’s Best Friend with Benefits.” From refining pacing, to visual effects, sound design, and emotional continuity, Todd reveals how the episode evolves from script to screen. The trio discuss Chritian Campbell and Mischael Morgan's stellar performances. Rob and Rich get familiar with "familiars." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:55:49
Trial and Error with Kevin Parks (S8EP14)
2/9/2026
Kevin Parks, long time assistant director, joins the podcast to discuss his directorial debut on Supernatural. We love how the middle of Season 8 is such a shift for the Supernatural team, with so many of them getting a chance to try new roles on set. Kevin discusses working with Jared and Jensen, flexing new muscles, and hell-hounds. Rob and Rich learn about divine trials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:02:32
Everybody Hates Hitler with Adam Rose (S8EP13)
2/2/2026
Adam Rose joins the podcast for this fan favorite episode. He, Rob and Rich discuss shooting on set, Adam's approach to the role, and Nazi Nercomancers. Rob and Rich learn what a Golem is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:06:44
As Time Goes By with Serge Ladouceur (8EP12)
1/26/2026
Serge Ladouceur returns to the podcast. This time not as Cinematographer by as a director! He, Rob, and Rich dig into this fan favorite episode. We hear about the excellent performances of Gil McKinney and Alaina Huffman. We hear the story of how Serge got bumped up and what didn't make it into the episode. Rob and Rich learn cool things about demons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:07:49
LARP and the Real Girl with Brad Creasser (S8EP11)
1/19/2026
Brad Creasser returns to the podcast to discuss his turn as Cinematographer on this fan favorite episode. They discuss the joy of working with Felicia Day and her return to the role of Charlie Bradbury. They celebrate late director Jeannot Szwarc. Rob and Rich learn a little something about Celtic trees. Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to videos, live-streams, and bonus content. https://www.patreon.com/cw/SPNthenandnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:05:59
Torn and Frayed with Tyler Johnston (S8EP10)
1/12/2026
Tyler Johnston, who played Samandriel, joins the podcast to discuss his role and experience with the show. The team discusses the thing on Samandriel's head, the joy of coming back as a guest actor, screaming, and hijinks. Do you think Matt Pike (Bugs) grew up to be Samandriel's vessel? #hotdogs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:57:30
Citizen Fang with Jimmy Pickel (S8EP9)
1/5/2026
Editor Jimmy Pickel joins the podcast to talk about his experience editing Citizen Fang. The conversation covers his start with the show, how he can enhance a moment, the inner-workings and politics of the post team (I can't imagine Phil mad). Rob and Rich learn a little something about local vampire lore in Louisiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:20:36
Hunteri Heroici with Mark Meloche (S8EP8)
12/22/2025
Visual Effects Supervisor Mark Meloche joins us for today's looney episode. Sam and Dean get wrapped up in the world of cartoons when they re-connect with a psychokinetic, played by Mike Farrell. The conversation dives deep into the visual effects of the show, and reminisce about what a great family the crew is. Rob and Rich learn what psychokinetic is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:58:02
Kings of Con Throwback: Alexander Calvert
12/15/2025
Conventions, holidays, and family matters got in the way of getting the next Supernatural Then and Now episode out on time. However, this week in its place please enjoy this throwback episode to 2020 when Rob and Rich interview Alex Calvert for the Kings of Con podcast. They did into all things Alex, and it's wild to look back to life in 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:06:11
A Little Slice of Kevin with Lauren Tom (S8EP7)
12/8/2025
Lauren Tom doesn't just play Kevin's mom, she lit up screens in the Joy Luck Club and Bad Santa. Plus her voice is featured in King of the Hill and Rick and Morty. It is such an honor to have her on the podcast to talk about her role as Linda Tran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:58:25
Southern Comfort with Adam Glass (S8EP6)
12/1/2025
Writer Adam Glass returns to the podcast to discuss this monster-of-the-week episode. The guys bond over all being sons of the south, the mythology of specters, and the fun of writing for DJ Qualls. Plus, Adam gives us a little info about the new project he has works with Andrew Dabb. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:02:54