It's a little eerie how timely this episode's become. Between Buffy's world being on literal fire and the rhetoric of the demon bikers... We discuss it all (and give a shout out to a VERY awesome book series) tonight. On a brand new episode. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://w…

She is Risen! Mostly. That's right, Season Six has arrived and with it a bit of light necromancy. It's "Bargaining Part One"! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewatchersdiaries Tumblr: https://twd-podcast.…

And here we are. Five down, two to go. So join us as we discuss the highs and lows of this season as well as our plans for the future of the podcast. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewatchersdiaries Tumb…

We've made it! Buffy's 100th episode. For our 100th episode, we had a vamp-a-palooza. For Buffy's 100th episode, they killed off their main character. Talk about being all in. Join us and our favorite guest star, Jacque, as we talk "The Gift". Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https:/…

As Buffy experiences a no good very bad day, Spike and Xander are about two seconds from opening up their own detective agency. Join us as we talk about this season's penultimate episode -- The Weight of the World. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdi…

Kind of like Band on the Run; only not. This week, we head out of Sunnydale and to a desert...shack? You can't quite call it an oasis. And considering the shambles everyone's lives are about to be in, shack seems pretty accurate. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram…

You take a bit of Ripper, a sneak peek of Dark Willow, and Buffy doing her best to be an adult and what do you get? This episode! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewatchersdiaries Tumblr: https://twd-podc…

It's Book Club week and that means we're headed back to St. Louis and The Circus of the Damned. This one's an interesting one -- not only does it introduce one of our favorite characters in the series, but it also introduces a trend that will ultimately be why we abandoned the series in the first place... Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. …

We honestly can't remember which international title we originally chose, but looking back at them, "Prompt Intervention" made us giggle. We're back with a very important episode -- really the episode that kicks off the rest of the season (as well as the genuine Spike and Buffy relationship). It's "Intervention!" Warning: This podcast is NOT spoile…

It's another somber one this week as we (and the Scooby Gang) are still reeling from Joyce's death. At least we have the ever wonderful Joel Grey to help see us through it... sketchy tho his character may be. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/…

No jokes this week. Just a study in death as we bid farewell to the matriarch of the Scooby Gang. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewatchersdiaries Tumblr: https://twd-podcast.tumblr.com/ Tik Tok: https:/…

When they said 'love makes you do the wacky', they weren't kidding. As sometimes, love...or a sick and twisted version there of, causes you to build a robot. A poor, sweet robot who deserves none of your bullshit. Clearly we have opinions on this episode. So come join us, as we discuss them along with Mr. Frog! Huzzah! It's "I Was Made to Love You"…

Having been teens in the 90s and early 2000s, we couldn't help but hear the refrain of Jennifer Paige's song every time we mentioned the actual name of this episode. If you know, you know. So join us as we talk about Spike's many crushes as well as celebrate the return of our favorite unhinged vampiress. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. T…

It's Buffy's birthday! And since our Slayer is just not allowed nice things...something awful is bound to happen. Like a little sister in crisis. Or vampires bringing lame gifts. Find out all about it on this week's brand new episode! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Also, please be aware that this episode contains a brief discussion of s…

Since our next new episode also takes place on Buffy's birthday, we thought we'd just keep the "terrible horrible no good very bad birthday" train going. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewatchersdiaries …

As we play catch-up on our editing, we leave you with the OG The Council Sucks episode. New episodes of The Watchers' Diaries will resume in two weeks! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewatchersdiaries Tu…

You know, The Watchers' Council reminds us of those relatives you hate having to interact with but you're forced to every Thanksgiving. Just full of misogyny and outdated ideas. And always with "helpful suggestions" about how you should be living your life. UGH. A brand new episode of The Watchers' Diaries starts now! Warning: This podcast is NOT s…

Zombie labor laws, white goats (iykyk), and a 90s mentality on sex work. This episode has it all. Join us as we settle in at the zombie comedy club for Book Club. It's The Laughing Corpse! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Also this episode contains discussion of gruesome crime scenes, child death, human sacrifice, and derogatory terms for…

There are two lines in this episode we love to talk about -- one is brilliant and the other is garbage. Find out which one is which on a brand new episode of The Watchers' Diaries. Out now! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://…

Some good-byes are sad. And some...some you're just counting down the moments until that person is finally out of your life. We feel a bit bad about it, but Riley's departure? Definitely the latter for us. Hear all about why as we discuss "Into the Woods". Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Insta…

Happy Valentine's Day Eve! This year we thought we'd spice things up a bit with a little...Passion. Too mean? Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewatchersdiaries Tumblr: https://twd-podcast.tumblr.com/ Tik …

This episode is a whole lotta nope with just a bit of heartbreak thrown in. Which may be why it's one of our shorter episodes. There is only so much slithery cockroach demon we can take. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www…

A few episodes from now, Willow will tell us that "sometimes, Giles is an idiot". I'd like to think she's referencing this episode where, you know, he kind of helps our villain create a giant snake monster. Ooops. Join us as we discuss this not so small blunder and more on an all new episode... Out now! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Tw…

This week we have a SUPER EXCITING episode for you all; not only have we reached an episode that we have been dying to talk about since day one of this podcast, but we have a SUPER EXCITING guest -- Rose Bailey! So join us as we delve deep in the lives of Slayers past (and our favorite Blondie Bear) in "Fool for Love!" Warning: This podcast is NOT …

Tonight's episode is all about family -- both the family we're born into and the family we choose for ourselves. Because, sometimes, like with Tara...our birth families are just AWFUL. So join us as we discuss our favorite witch, her horrible family, and the ever delightful Amy Adams. A new episode of The Watchers' Diaries starts now... Warning: Th…

We often joke that what we do is yell about vampires on the internet; this week, however, we mean it. Join us in celebrating 100 episodes of the podcast with a little something we like to call vamp-a-palooza -- a gathering of friends and family just...discussing vampire media through the ages. What we love, what we don't, and what it is about vampi…

Finally...the mystery of Dawn is revealed! A new (way better) villain is introduced. And Spike reverts to his former self -- completely unable to talk to girls. It's "No Place Like Home"! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://ww…

In celebration of Boxing Day, we bring you Buffy's one and only Christmas episode -- otherwise known as the episode where Mary woke up and chose violence. But with love. Kind of like when you go to your family's for the holidays and all sit around and shit talk your cousin. This episode is that cousin. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twi…

We know, we know; this episode is technically Riley centric. But how can we pass up a title as good as that? Especially when Spike IS mixed up in it. Find out how as we discuss "Out of My Mind". Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: htt…

The world's first vampire strip club. That's right. You heard us. Vampire strip club. It's just one of the many preternatural themed businesses to be found in Laurel K. Hamilton's version of St. Louis. So join us as we delve into this week's Book Club Pick -- Guilty Pleasures. The first of the Anita Blake series. Warning: This podcast is NOT spoile…

You know what's better than one Xander? Two Xanders! Only, one of the Xanders might be evil. Or a robot. Find out which as we discuss "The Replacement". Featuring: MR. FROGGEH!!!! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www.facebo…

We're not sure what is more surprising -- that Buffy now has a sister or that Harmony now has minions... Join us as we discuss both these revelations (and a whole lot more). It's "The Real Me"! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: http…

We're back! (Huzzah!) And ready to discuss one of the most famous vampires -- and disappointing storylines -- of all time. It's "Buffy vs. Dracula"! Featuring special guest, Jacque! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www.face…

I don't think we've ever been SO happy to bid farewell to a season. Join us as we go over the highs and lows of Buffy's freshman year and play some Buffy Madlibs! It's our Season Four Debrief! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https…

Go ahead and grab your copy of The Dream Interpretation Dictionary, cause tonight we're going on a deep dive -- straight into the subconscious of our favorite Scoobies. Join us as we discuss their wants, their fears, and most importantly...cheese! It's "Restless"! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatche…

Tonight we ask one very important question -- just HOW BAD are the higher ups of the Initiative at their jobs??? Spoiler alert: REALLY FUCKING BAD. Join us as we discuss this and other things (like Sailor Moon-esque rituals) on an all new episode. It's "Primeval"! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatche…

In which Spike embraces his inner Eris. And Angel comes back. And while one of these is handled well (and is a thing of beauty), the other is a HOT ASS MESS. Want to know which one is which? Join us as we discuss exes, the Godfather, and Spike's dynamic acting skills on all new episode. It's "The Yoko Factor"! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler f…

Werewolves! Blackouts! Bisexuals! Anarchists! This episode is one we couldn't wait to talk about (and one we were super excited to talk about during Pride Month), as it delves deep into the issue of Willow and her romantic / sexual leanings. So join us as Oz returns to Sunnydale in "New Moon Rising!" Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitt…

To quote our special guest, Caroline, tonight we're discussing the episode "where Giles is a thirst trap and nothing else happens". Which...while not entirely accurate, also isn't entrirely wrong. In a story arc full of disappointing episodes, this one has to the MOST disappointing. It's "Where the Wild Things Are"! Warning: This podcast is NOT spo…

To sum up this not-so bright new world that Buffy has found herself in...everything is awful and nothing is okay. Except for the appearance of certain 'hot priest' that also happens to be a Council Member. It's The Lost Slayer Parts 3 & 4! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www…

As far as alternate realities go, this one definitely makes our top five -- along with the Wish!verse and Vampire King!Giles (which we'll go into more next week). So join us as we discuss all things Jonathan. It's "Superstar"! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.co…

After leaving you hanging for a week, we're back with part two of the epic return of Faith. And to help us delve deep into the many MANY issues that come up throughout the course of this episode, we are once again joined by Caroline! (YAY!) So sit back and enjoy this super sized episode chocked full of goodness and body swapping shenanigans! It's "…

An epic return requires an epic episode -- covering everything from beach volleyball to Batman to mystery children. Join us and special guest, Caroline, as we discuss "This Year's Girl"! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchersdiaries/ Facebook: https://www…

One day we'll stop having opinions on The Initiative. Not today; but one day. So join us as we discuss the secrets of 314 and what Mary thinks is the most half-assed plot EVER on an all new episode! It's "Goodbye Iowa!" Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatchers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watch…

If you thought we had strong feelings about the Initiative at the start of the season...just wait. Between this week and next we have ALL the feelings. And the thoughts. And the opinions. So join us as we discuss those and what happens with the US Military crosses the Slayer on tonight's all new episode. It's "The I in Team"! Warning: This podcast …

It's Buffy's birthday! So, of course, chaos and mayhem must follow. But this time it's not Buffy having the WORST DAY EVER, instead it's Giles. Who is dealing with not only with the hangover from literal hell but his chaotic ex (aka Ethan Rayne) as well. So join us, and special guest Caroline, as we discuss ALL the sexual tension happening in Sunny…

In preparation for the return of Ethan next week, we thought we'd throw up a "Back in the Day Re-Slay" of one of our favorite episodes. An episode that dives nice and deep into the twisted web that is Giles and Ethan's relationship. Because wow...is there a lot of history there... Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.…

It's another Tuesday night in Sunnydale, and you know what that means... Another world-ending apocalypse! We're beginning to think the Hellmouth needs a punch card system of some sort. Join us as we discuss the goings on of the Basement O'Sadness and the continual trauma being the Slayer inflicts upon Buffy. It's "Doomed"... Warning: This podcast i…

We're back; and with a "Book Club" episode straight out of the multiverse. That's right, Listeners, this week we're exploring what has to be one of the darkest timelines of the Buffyverse. So join us as we discuss Mayan Death Gods and Slayers...kept in cages. It's The Lost Slayer Parts 1 & 2! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: http…

After mentioning Giles and Jenny on Valentine's Day, we thought why not take a trip down memory lane. To when our favorite technopagan first rolled into town and caught the eye of the school librarian by scanning demons into the internet. It's "I Robot...You Jane"! Warning: This podcast is NOT spoiler free. Twitter: https://twitter.com/diarieswatch…