Fanalysis: A Sci-Fi & Fantasy TV Podcast

Previously, we made a pitch for those of you who hadn't seen the show Black Lightning to go watch it. And hopefully you did that, because in this episode we are talking about Season One of Black Lightning! Find shownotes for Black Lightning: Season One — Episode 52 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris and Stephanie tell Annie (and you) why they love Black Lightning and why they think you should watch it. Black Lightning is now available to stream on Netflix in the US! Find shownotes for Black Lightning: Why You Should Watch — Episode 51 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Lena leverages her wardrobe, and Kara takes sartorial risks! Stephanie and Kris discuss the Supercorp subtext in episodes 3x10-3x13 of Supergirl. In this podcast episode, we are focusing on the NON-CANONICAL but obvious fact that Kara Danvers and Lena Luthor are in love. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Supercorp Subtext (3×10-3×13) — Episode 50 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

In Chapters 16 and 17 of My Youth Is Yours, Kara and Lena come into conflict when Jeremiah returns, and Lena has doubts about the fortunate circumstances of Jeremiah's rescue. Lena soon finds herself in CADMUS's cross hairs, and she decides to confront her mother with Alex. Kris and Stephanie talk about recent updates to this Supercorp fanfic by lynnearlington. Find shownotes for Supergirl: ‘My Youth Is Yours’ Ch. 16&17 (Supercorp Fanfiction) — Episode 49 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

In Marvel's Runaways, a group of six teens find out that their parents’ charity group is actually a front for villainy, and the teens band together to try to figure out what to do with this newfound information. Kris and Stephanie discuss Season 1 of Runaways, including plot elements of the series as well as differences between the TV series and the comics Find shownotes for Marvel’s Runaways: Season 1 — Episode 48 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

In Chapter 15 of ‘My Youth Is Yours’, Kara and Lena confront lingering issues surrounding their breakup when fifth dimensional imp Mxyzptlk shows up and insists on planning their wedding. Kris and Stephanie discuss the most recent chapter of this wonderful Supercorp fanfic. Find shownotes for Supergirl: ‘My Youth Is Yours’ Ch. 15 (Supercorp Fanfiction) — Episode 47 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Lena Luthor joins her new family for holiday celebrations, and Kara Danvers has an odd way of phrasing things. Stephanie and Kris discuss things that definitely did happen, and some things that might have happened just off-screen, in episode 3x09 of Supergirl. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Supercorp Subtext (3×09 “Reign”) — Episode 46 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

My Youth Is Yours, a Supercorp fanfic written by lynnearlington, retells Season 2 of Supergirl with the backstory that Kara and Lena dated in college and are seeing each other again for the first time since their breakup. In this episode, Kris and Stephanie first offer some nonspoilery talk about why and what they like about the fanfic. Then they delve into spoilery discussion of different elements and plot points in the story. Find shownotes for Supergirl: ‘My Youth Is Yours’ (Supercorp Fanfiction) — Episode 45 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Lena Luthor is accused of inadvertently poisoning children with her lead diffusion device, but Kara Danvers, whom she loves and who loves her, believes in her so much that Kara won't accept that Lena could have even accidentally done such a thing. Also, Sam might be up for that threesome Lena seemed to be angling for? We're not sure, but we think some wires got crossed, instead of, ahem, other things at the end of the episode. Kris and Stephanie discuss the Supercorp subtext of episode 3x05 of Supergirl. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Supercorp Subtext (3×05 “Damage”) — Episode 44 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Things seem to be getting (secretly) serious between Kara Danvers and Lena Luthor! Stephanie and Kris offer their takes on that look that Lena gives Kara, as well as that other look that Lena gives Kara. We're talking about the Supercorp subtext in episode 3×04 of Supergirl. We also take a moment to talk slightly more realistically about that strange anecdote Lena shares at girls' night and Lena offering some supportive friendship to Sam. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Supercorp Subtext (3×04 “The Faithful”) — Episode 43 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

So many mixed signals between Kara and Lena in these first two episodes of Season 3 of Supergirl! Kara is feeling guilty about lying to Lena about her Supergirl identity, and they're having to negotiate their new relationship as employee and boss. And Lena seems to be trying to hook up a threesome between her, Kara, and Sam? We're not sure, but that shot sure was suggestive. Kris and Stephanie discuss the Supercorp subtext (and a little stuff that actually happened) in episodes 3x01 and 3x02 of Supergirl. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Supercorp Subtext (3×01-3×02) — Episode 42 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

The second season of Wynonna Earp ends with some emotional moments, especially concerning the birth of Wynonna's baby, and questions remain about Waverly's parentage. And what are Nicole and Dolls up to? Annie and Kris discuss the final three episodes of Season 2. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: Season 2 Discussion (2×10-2×12) — Episode 41 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Annie and Kris discuss episodes 2x06 through 2x09 of Wynonna Earp. The relationships continue to be a highlight for Annie, especially Wynonna and Waverly as well as Waverly and Nicole. However, the burgeoning friendships between Wynonna and Nicole and between Jeremy, Doc, and Dolls also have been fun to watch. Rosita and Robert Svane have shown a refreshing and different side to the Revenants. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: Season 2 Discussion (2×06-2×09) — Episode 40 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Annie and Kris discuss the first five episodes of Season 2 of Wynonna Earp. Annie loved the WayHaught, of course, and they both enjoyed the Waverly and Wynonna interactions. However, they aren't sure how to feel about Waverly's demon possession or the big reveal about Wynonna in 2x05.  Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: Season 2 Discussion (2×01-2×05) — Episode 39 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Supergirl's second season has come to an end, and we discuss what worked and didn't work for us in the final five episodes. Here's the scoop: we really enjoyed "Ace Reporter" as well as the wonderfully different and complex older female characters who were around at the end of the season. Unfortunately, we cannot get behind the writers' attempt to transform Mon-El into a hero, and we are disappointed that so many characters played by people of color seemed to be shuffled to the side to make room for his storyline. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Season 2 Discussion (2×18-2×22) — Episode 38 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Lena Luthor knows how to deal with those pesky Daxamites. For that, and many other reasons, we love her. Kris and Stephanie share their appreciation for Lena's engineering accomplishments in the Supergirl Season 2 finale, as well as offer some suggestions to Kara regarding with whom and how she might spend her time now. This podcast episode contains ludicrous luxuriating in Lena Luthor and her (non-canonical) love of Kara. More typical episode discussion is still to come. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Let’s Talk Lena! (2×22 “Nevertheless She Persisted”) — Episode 37 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris and Stephanie share their love for Lena being so over those silly Daxamites in Supergirl 2x21 "Resist." But we couldn't resist talking about Daxamite fashion, which led to quite a bit of hysterical laughter. We're very sorry. This podcast episode contains ludicrous luxuriating in Lena Luthor and her (non-canonical) love of Kara. More typical episode discussion is still to come. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Let’s Talk Lena! (2×21 “Resist”) — Episode 36 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris and Stephanie share their feelings about Lena Luthor in Supergirl episode 2x20 "City of Lost Children," including her lunch date with Kara. This podcast episode contains ludicrous luxuriating in Lena Luthor and her (non-canonical) love of Kara. More typical episode discussion is still to come. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Let’s Talk Lena! (2×20 “City of Lost Children”) — Episode 35 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris and Stephanie discuss the Lena Luthor highlights of episode 2x19 "Alex," including phone calls, trickery, and regret. This podcast episode contains ludicrous luxuriating in Lena Luthor and her (non-canonical) love of Kara. More typical episode discussion is still to come. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Let’s Talk Lena! (2×19 “Alex”) — Episode 34 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Lena Luthor has so many feelings, and so do we! Kris and Stephanie talk about what may be happening just below the text, and what is definitely happening on Kara and Lena's faces. (This podcast episode contains ludicrous lamenting, leching, and luxuriating in the (non-canonical) romance between Kara and Lena. Discussion of what actually happened in the episode is still to come.) Find shownotes for Supergirl: Let’s Talk Lena! (2×18 “Ace Reporter”) — Episode 33 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris and Stephanie discuss what worked and what didn't work for them in episodes 2x14 through 2x17 of Supergirl, as well as the musical crossover episode of The Flash, "Duet." We have a lot of love for 2x15 "Exodus" as well as Kara and Barry's musical team-up, but not so much for a particular Daxamite's storyline. We also recommend a couple of Supergirl fanfics at the end of the episode. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Season 2 Discussion (2×14-2×17 & Musical Crossover) — Episode 32 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris and Stephanie discuss what worked for them (Luthors! Danverses! Is that the plural?) and didn't work for them (Creepy, jealous men!) in episodes 2x10 through 2x13 of Supergirl. They also share listener feedback and briefly discuss two current Supergirl comic runs, Supergirl: Being Super and The Adventures of Supergirl. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Season 2 Discussion (2×10-2×13) — Episode 31 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris, Stephanie, and Annie discuss "Supergirl Lives" and revisit the first eight episodes of Season 2 of Supergirl to mention some things they forgot to discuss previously. Kris also has some potentially explosive Lena Luthor revelations. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Season 2 Discussion (2×09 and Mid-Season 2 Review) — Episode 30 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris, Annie, and Stephanie discuss episode 8 of Supergirl's Season Two as well as the "Heroes v Aliens" crossover event with Arrow, The Flash, and Legends of Tomorrow. While we were thankful for the somewhat emotional (and homoerotic -- Hi, Lena!) "Medusa," the first DC crossover event featuring Supergirl left us wanting, well, more Supergirl. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Season 2 Discussion (2×08 “Medusa” & Heroes v Aliens Crossover) — Episode 29 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris and Stephanie discuss Season Two of Supergirl. Kara tries to help Mon-El acclimate to living on Earth with mixed results, while James and Winn team up to take down criminals in National City. Alex struggles with her feelings for Maggie, and J'onn learns upsetting news about M'gann. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Season 2 Discussion (2×05-2×07) — Episode 28 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris and Annie discuss the first four episodes of Season Two of Supergirl, in which many familiar characters arrive in National City. Supergirl and Superman team up to suss out a situation involving Lena Luthor, and Kara takes the recently arrived Mon-El under her wing. J'onn J'onzz is excited to meet another Martian, and Alex finds rapport with a police detective. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Season 2 Discussion (2×01-2×04) — Episode 27 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris and Annie chat about the first season of CBS/The CW’s Supergirl. The series follows Kara Danvers, an alien from the planet Krypton, as she learns to become a superhero with the help of her friends and family. We discuss why we love it and why Annie wasn’t so sure about it at first. Find shownotes for Supergirl: Season One — Episode 26 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

While Wynonna tries to escape from the townspeople, Willa continues to plot with Bobo against her sisters. Dolls, Doc and Nicole work together to quell the unrest in Purgatory and find the antidote. Wynonna is forced to make a sacrifice as she tries to stop Willa from possibly bringing an even bigger threat into the world. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×13 “I Walk the Line” — Episode 25 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Willa continues to readjust and regains more of her memories. Wynonna and Dolls set out to uncover Bobo’s plans regarding “the lead” and what it may have to do with the town party. Waverly tries to navigate her relationships, both past and present. Doc deals with his newfound captivity. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×12 “House of Memories” — Episode 24 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

The Earps try to adjust to having Willa back and struggle with the possible implications. Meanwhile, Dolls and Wynonna must deal with deadly twins set loose upon Purgatory, as the town gets ready for Poker Spectacular. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×11 “Landslide” — Episode 23 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Wynonna and Waverly confront Bobo in order to hide a bug in Shorty’s. From their surveillance, they discover that someone named Lou has resurfaced and Bobo isn’t happy about it. Dolls and Wynonna go to investigate and get more trouble than they bargained for. Meanwhile, Doc has to decide what to do with the Stone Witch’s car. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×10 “She Wouldn’t Be Gone” — Episode 22 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Wynonna is trying to cope after her encounter with Jack, but she fails a lie detector test and is suspended from the Black Badge Division. She teams up with Doc to go after the Stone Witch. Dolls gets some advice from Nedley, and Waverly seeks out Haught to clarify some things. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×09 “Bury Me With My Guns On” — Episode 21 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Clarke ventures into the City of Light under the protection of the Flame while the unchipped keep her alive in the real world. Dawson and Kris discuss the second half of the third season finale of The 100. Find shownotes for The 100: 3×16 “Perverse Instantiation: Part 2” — Episode 20 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

When Wynonna is kidnapped by a serial killer, she finds herself face-to-face with the last of the Seven. Meanwhile, Doc and Dolls struggle to put aside their differences when they must team up to try to help Wynonna. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×08 “Two-Faced Jack” — Episode 19 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Clarke returns to Polis with Roan’s help, while Raven and Monty have to deal with an unexpected threat from within the group. Dawson and Kris discuss the first half of the third season finale of The 100. Find shownotes for The 100: 3×15 “Perverse Instantiation: Part 1” — Episode 18 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

When Waverly throws an engagement party for a friend, her attempts to socialize are interrupted by the Stone Witch, looking for her son's skull. Meanwhile, Dolls gets pulled in by his bosses, so Wynonna is left to follow clues to find the final member of the Seven by herself. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×07 “Walking After Midnight” — Episode 17 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Clarke is desperate for Luna’s assistance. Murphy and Pike as well as Raven and Monty each fight their own very personal battles with ALIE. Guest host Sally joins Kris to hash out various theories about the episode and the season. Find shownotes for The 100: 3×14 “Red Sky at Morning” — Episode 16 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

While Waverly follows clues in a letter from her Uncle Curtis, Wynonna pursues one of the Seven. Doc breaks ties with Bobo and approaches Dolls about a deal to locate the Stone Witch, but Dolls is preoccupied with his own problems. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×06 “Constant Cravings” — Episode 15 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Wynonna helps a revenant find his lost love in exchange for a picture of the Seven, and she is forced to consider whether vengeance is an asset or a liability. Meanwhile, Dolls goes to a judge for a search warrant when they spot a large box being brought into Bobo's trailer park, but their search comes up empty. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×05 “Diggin’ Up Bones” — Episode 14 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kane and Pike arrive in the newly-conquered Polis while Clarke and company continue their quest to find Luna. Kris records solo, still loves Clarke the most, and cannot figure out why the show seems to be trying to make Pike sympathetic in this episode. Find shownotes for The 100: 3×13 “Join or Die” — Episode 13 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Clarke and the delinquents return to Arkadia in search of supplies and Lincoln’s map, but a nemesis from the past returns seeking vengeance. Meanwhile in Polis, Ontari tries to settle into leadership and Murphy reunites with Emori. Dawson and Kris talk about the changes in plotline and storytelling style. Find shownotes for The 100: 3×12 “Demons” — Episode 12 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

The brutal slashing of a woman's throat puts Wynonna and Dolls on the trail of a revenant who uses mirrors to stalk his victims. Wynonna also must face some difficult situations from her past as well as the present. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×04 “The Blade” — Episode 11 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

The group is back together, united by the common goal of saving Raven (and therefore humanity). However, ALIE’s access to -- and exploitation of -- their loved ones’ memories risks tearing them apart. Find shownotes for The 100: 3×11 “Nevermore” — Episode 10 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Wynonna and Dolls realize that the strange crimes being committed by revenants are part of an attempt to escape the Ghost River Triangle. When they take hostages at a local business, Wynonna offers herself up as a bargaining chip. Meanwhile, Waverly realizes who Doc Holliday is, and she tries to help him find the woman who changed him. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×03 “Leavin’ on Your Mind” — Episode 9 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

We have Raven vs. Alie, Ontari vs. the truth, and Team Kane vs. Team Pike. Everything is terrible. Kris and Dawson discuss why this episode (and this part of the season) is so difficult to talk about objectively. Find shownotes for The 100: 3×10 “Fallen” — Episode 8 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Wynonna must face a shadow demon, and she realizes he was one of the revenants who took her father and sister. Doc Holliday makes a deal with the leader of the revenants so that he can exact revenge. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×02 “Keep the Home Fires Burning” — Episode 7 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Things get a lot worse in both Polis and Arkadia. Kris and Dawson talk about the things they liked, the things they didn’t, and why they’re still watching the show. Find shownotes for The 100: 3×09 “Stealing Fire” — Episode 6 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

When her uncle dies, Wynonna Earp returns to her hometown and reluctantly takes on her role as Wyatt Earp's heir: demon hunter. With help from her sister Waverly and U.S. Deputy Marshal Dolls, she must battle the resurrected souls of the criminals her great-great-grandfather killed. Find shownotes for Wynonna Earp: 1×01 “Purgatory” — Episode 5 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

The 100 Season 3 catch-up continues with episodes four through six. Kris and Dawson talk about the political machinations happening in Arkadia and Polis, and, oh yeah, that stuff with Jaha. Find shownotes for The 100: 3×04 “Watch the Thrones,” 3×05 “Hakeldama” & 3×06 “Bitter Harvest” — Episode 4 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kris and Dawson discuss the first three episodes of Season 3 of The 100, including Clarke’s stint as a red-haired hunter, Lexa’s plan to turn Skaikru into the thirteenth clan of the coalition, and the difference that three months makes. Find shownotes for The 100: 3×01 “Wanheda: Part One,” 3×02 “Wanheda: Part Two” & 3×03 “Ye Who Enter Here” — Episode 3 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.

Kane versus Pike! Bellamy versus Kane! Raven versus ALIE! Kris and Dawson discuss all the political machinations going down in Arkadia in The 100 episode 3x08, "Terms and Conditions." Find shownotes for The 100: 3×08 “Terms and Conditions” — Episode 2 and check out our other podcasts at ASK Genre TV.