Episodes

In this episode of the FHP, we discuss Episode 6 of WandaVision. It's Halloween time in Westview, but that's not the only strange thing happening. The WandaVision household adjust to a newcomer in their lives. Wanda and Vision show signs of trouble in paradise. Darcy, Monica, and Jimmy find themselves on Director Heyward's bad side. Vision notices strange behavior in the neighborhood. Agnes reveals some harsh truths. Vision searches for answers. Wanda loses control.

In this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, we discuss episode S2E5 of A Discovery of Witches, where Diana and Matthew have made the journey to France and we get the much-anticipated meeting of the head of the De Clermont family. Matthew comes face-to-face with his father. Philippe challenges Matthew's commitment to Diana. Kit stumbles into an unlikely ally. Philippe sends Diana mixed signals. An attack on Diana has tragic consequences.

On this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, Michael takes the lead on the discussion as we discuss one of his favorite movies of all time, Howard the Duck. This episode is part of our FHP "Birthday Series", where the birthday guy/gal gets to pick a topic of their own choosing for us to discuss. Since Michael had the first birthday of the year (January 13), he got first dibs (you can hear the excitement in his voice!).

In this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, Hanako and Lorrie have a fun time discussing "Salvatore: The Musical" from S3E3 of Legacies. Once again, we step into the nostalgia of the TVD universe (both good and bad) as the students of the Salvatore School put on a musical that squeezes in eight seasons of Mystic Falls drama into about 20 minutes of musical fun.

In this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, Hanako and Anthony discuss the finale of the The Stand.

In this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, Hanako and Lorrie discuss the S3E2 of Legacies, in which we say a very problematic goodbye (whether temporarily or permanently remains to be seen) of one of the original characters. The Necromancer's deal with Alaric comes at a heavy price. Alaric enlists Mac's help to locate a missing person. Landon's death/resurrection comes with an unexpected consequence. The gang work together to try to help a friend. Rafael has a very unexpected reunion. As per...

In the 50th (!!!) episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, the crew has a lot of questions regarding the events and reveals in S2E4 of A Discovery of Witches. Marcus finds a clue to Matthew and Diana's whereabouts in the past. Another attack puts the vampires in danger of being noticed. Domenico's investigations begin to bear fruit. Questions from a new acquaintance puts Marcus in an uncomfortable situation. Sophie learns some discomforting news. Gerbert confronts an unshakeable Ysabeau. Ysabeau r...

There's a lot to unpack in the latest episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, as the full crew discusses episode 5 of WandaVision. Wanda an Vision adjust to becoming new parents. Agnes breaks character. Tommy and Billy exhibit powers of their own. Monica, Agent Woo, and Darcy brainstorm to figure out the Maximoff Anomaly. Wanda briefly exits the Hex to issue to warning. Vision confronts Wanda over his suspicions. A surprise visitor changes the stakes.

In this episode of the podcast, Hanako and Anthony discuss the penultimate episode of The Stand. The Boulder Three are placed on trial. Larry tries to get through to Nadine. Glen's attempt to speak the truth comes at a high price. Nadine acknowledges a harsh truth. Larry and Ray face the crowd. Stu has a change of heart. Lloyd finally takes a stand. The Dark Man loses control.

In this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, the FHP crew discuss episodes 3 & 4 of WandaVision, how it ties into the existing Phase I of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and speculate of where it may lead in Phase II. In Episode 3, Wanda and Vision deal with the unexpected complications of Wanda's exceptionally quick pregnancy journey. Vision takes notice of the strange happenings around him. The pregnancy causes Wanda's powers to spiral out of control. The neighbors drop hints that all is not ...

In this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, Hanako and Anthony discuss episode 7 of The Stand. The Boulder Free Zone deals with the aftermath of the explosion. Trashcan Man finds what he is looking for. Harold and Nadine depart ways in a dramatic fashion. Mother Abagail sends Stu, Larry, Glen, and Ray on a new mission. Nadine and the Dark Man are finally together. Harold takes the cowardly way out. The Boulder Four are forced to leave someone behind. Nadine undergoes a morbid transformation.

Michael returns from his birthday getaway in time to join Hanako, Lorrie, and Anthony to discuss S2E3 of A Discovery of Witches. In the present day, a violent murder gives Domenico some bargaining power with Gerbert, as we learn a little background into their strained acquaintanceship. Emily seeks answers, but gets one she does not expect. Back in 1590, Matthew seeks forgiveness for a recent transgression. Diana trains with Goody Alsop and discovers a little more about her powers. Matthew and Di...

In S2E2 of A Discovery of Witches, Sarah and Emily settle in at Sept-Tours, while they and Ysabeau express their dislike of the current situation. Satu goes to see her Mummo to get answers. In 1590, Diana finds an influential friend as she and Matthew make the rounds. Diana's displays of uncontrolled magic get her an audience with Goody Alsop and the Rede (Witch's Council). Matthew and Kit enjoy a day out. A crossroads puts Matthew in a difficult spot. Father Hubbard sends a letter that may have...

In this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, Hanako and Lorrie finally get to talk about the Vampire Diaries universe, as we discuss the Season 3 return of the CW show Legacies. The students at the Salvatore School deal with the aftermath of the events of last season while also working with Nimue, Lady of the Lake (recently escaped from the Malivore pit) to find one worthy enough to claim Excalibur - yes, that one - and prevent it from falling into the hands of the Green Knight (also from the p...

Hanako and Anthony discuss episode 6 of The Stand, and we continue to discuss issues we have with the presentation of the story. The Trashcan Man is finally introduced, in a problematic way. Conflicts arise in Boulder as the residents disagree on whether to search for Mother Abagail. Stu and Harold have a heart-to-heart. Mother Abagail and the Dark Man come face-to-face. Fran gets more than she bargained for when she goes snooping for answers. A series of events points Flagg to Mr. M-O-O-N, the ...

On this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, Hanako and Anthony discuss episode 5 of The Stand. We are now at the halfway point of the story, and we finally get a look at what Randall Flagg's followers are doing in New Vegas. Tom Cullen is successfully hiding in plain sight, while Dayna's ignorance of the definition of the phrase "low-key" raises a lot of questions. Harold takes in the "news" of Teddy's death with mixed reactions. Fran sets a plan into motion with unexpected results. Nadine tri...

It's back!!! The Season 2 premiere of A Discovery of Witches is FINALLY here after an almost 2 year hiatus (thanks, Covid!) and it does not disappoint. As Gerbert, Knox, and Satu close in, Matthew and Diana time walk to the year 1590. We meet Matthew's circle of friends: Kit (Christopher Marlowe), Henry Percy (the Earl of Northumberland), and Sir Walter Raleigh, which gives Diana a clue into Matthew's identity during that time. Kit and Diana get off to a rocky start. As the search begins to find...

In this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, Hanako, Anthony, and Lorrie discuss the 2-episode premiere of the Disney + series, WandaVision. We discuss what we loved about the series, the questions we have about how the characters got to this place in their story arc, and speculate on what Wanda's additional powers could mean for the show, and the next phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

In this episode of the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, Hanako and Anthony continue their discussion on the CBS Access limited series The Stand, based on the novel by Stephen King. Episodes 3 & 4 have a central theme about meetings. We learn a little more about Nadine's history with the Dark Man. A series of meetings and encounters lead Stu, Fran, Harold, Glen, and Dayna on a converging path towards Mother Abagail. We meet Nick (whose change in origin story does not make Hanako happy!), Tom Cullen, and Ju...

In this episode of the FHP, Hanako and Anthony discuss the first two episodes of the new CBS Access limited series The Stand, based off of the best-selling novel by Stephen King. We also discuss the novel and comparisons of both to the original mini-series from 1994.

Happy New Year!!! The Fandom Hybrid Podcast welcomes 2021 by having our discussion on the Christmas Day release of Wonder Woman 1984. Listen in to find out what we loved, what we hated, and what didn't make sense. We also talk a little about the DC films in general, and what makes them so problematic.

Vampires, and witches, and demons - oh my!!! The season 1 finale of A Discovery of Witches sees a "mini Congregation" of sorts coming together as the vampires (Matthew, Miriam, and Marcus) and demons (Hamish, Nathaniel, and Sophie) join the witches (Diana, Sarah, and Emily) in New York. Juliette confronts Diana and Matthew, with disastrous results Diana makes a bargain to save a life. Baldwin and Satu are both put on trial. Domenico picks a side. Diana and Matthew come up with a plan to hide fro...

In S1E7, the penultimate episode for the season brings Matthew and Diana to New York to escape the Congregation. Diana learns the truth about her dormant powers and is given a glimpse of the past. Satu and Knox come to an understanding. Domenico continues to move his pieces around the chess board. Miriam and Marcus arrive in New York to provide extra protection. A ghost offers a new clue about the missing pages from Ashmole 782. Diana and Matthew receive an unwelcome visitor. Only one episode l...

In S1E6 of A Discovery of Witches, Satu kidnaps Diana to try to find out the extent of her power. Baldwin and Matthew clash. The de Clermonts work together to locate Diana. Satu uses dark magic and gets more than she bargained for. Diana's visions help her to escape. Satu finds Gerbert's enthralled witch and sets her free. Matthew gives Baldwin an ultimatum. Sophie reveals an unbelievable truth to Agatha, to stress the importance of her finding out Diana's identity. The de Clermont's figure out ...