Supergirl's Attic

Episode 94: Re-enter the Attic with a Comedy Central-style retelling of Supergirl Seasons 1-6 with our guest, Tara of the Who Was She podcast, who has never seen the show. Come for the phantoms, stay for the spirits with our drinking game, challenges, and confessions.Find Tara Jabbari on Instagram and Twitter at @tara_jabbari and via about.me/tarajabbari. Check out the Who Was She podcast at shows.acast.com/who-was-she-podcast and on Instagram at @whowasshepodcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 93: Celebrate the Supergirl series with your pals in the Attic! In our first-ever live show, we discuss the moments our favorite characters soared, raise the curtain on our own production, and chat with our listeners. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 92: The sun'll come out... like Kara.

Episode 91: It's the last midnight! Join Supergirl's Attic for our penultimate companion episode as we examine Brainy's rage against the machine, the alien Othering that Alex misses with Esme and Kara, and the ways William is used as a tool by the characters and narrative. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 90: Monsters in the attic! Join Cycles and Vv for a deep dive into why love is the spookiest emotion of all for J'onn, Kara, Alex, and Lena; the monsters they face inside themselves, and the lessons about fear & love that have finally started to sink into their bones. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 89: Catch your dream and shackle it to your heart. Leap into this episode of Supergirl's Attic on Nia and Kara's sisters, missing female mentors, and how these relationships have shaped their ability to chase their personal aspirations. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 88: Sometimes... being perfect... is worse. Join Supergirl's Attic to discuss Alex's attempts to get Esme to "push through" as stemming from her own excessive self-control, Kara's attempts to force a focus on the positive, and the ways Kelly's preference for rational thinking hurts her. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 87: We know just what you're (magically) thinking: Supergirl 6x14 had a lot of great unspoken moments! Join Supergirl's Attic to discuss how characters like Alex, Kelly, Lena, William, and Kara made decisions around things said and unsaid. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 86: Supergirl's battle for the seven totems has begun! Gather your courage and listen to our episode on The Gauntlet, where we examine the possible reasons Kara failed her test of bravery. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 85: Guardian has arrived! This week on Supergirl's Attic, we explore Kelly's struggle with feeling invisible and how that culminates in her choice to take a stand. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 84: As Kara learned in season 2, mentoring can yield some... surprises. Join Supergirl's Attic this week and explore how Kara's heroic values have influenced both Nia and Mr. Mxyzptlk in ways both bitter and sweet. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 83: This week, the Superfriends go viral in their quest to help others! Come along with Supergirl's Attic and explore how Kara, Kelly, and Nia search for authenticity amid the pressures of heroism — and how Nyxly "nyx"es it for something more sinister. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 82: This week, Vv and Cycles take a close look at the abusive power dynamics of "Dream Weaver" for Joey, Orlando, and aliens broadly. Then, join us as we examine the ways Kelly, Kara, and Alex work in and outside of systems to foster change. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 81: Reunited and it feels so,,,, good? Hop in our pod as we travel back to Season 3's "Triggers" to better understand Kara's reactions to the Phantom Zone in 6x08. Listen as we examine the ups and downs of Kara's relationships with trauma, Krypton, and her life on Earth; and shed light on a surprising moment of growth for Alex. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 80: As our time in the phantom zone — I mean, hiatus — comes to an end, Vv and Cycles peer into the past to the beginning of each of the super friends' stories to some of their final chapters. Discover what the themes and first 7 episodes of season 6 mean for the core of the show itself. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 79: TRUTH — This episode of Supergirl's Attic, we introduce a new series exploring the motto "Truth, Justice, and the American Way" as it relates to our current political climate, fandom, humanity, and Supergirl. In this first of three, Cycles and Vv discuss truth and narratives. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 78: Supergirl's Attic takes a break from our regularly scheduled mom content to bring you: father time. (Hi Father Time, I'm Dad.) Join us as we discuss the dads of Supergirl and the roles they've played in shaping the lives of not only our favorite heroes, but the world at large. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 77: It's pride month and we're gonna give the gays everything they want. Celebrate with Supergirl's Attic as we ask what it means for queer representation to be positive and cover Dreamer's official DC comic debut and the Outfest pride panel featuring Nicole Maines and Chyler Leigh. Donate to the Transgender Law Center: http://bit.ly/sgaTranslaw See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 76: Have #toomuchfun with Supergirl's Attic as we turn our super vision to the ways Kara and Clark's relationship has been knocked off course, the Danvers family's role in their dynamic, and the unique ways Supergirl and Superman serve as symbols of hope. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 75: Creep into the attic with us to untangle "Fear Knot," Supergirl's last midseason finale. We break from rewatching that Danvers sisters hug to examine the super crew's respective fear visions, Kara's sun burst out of the Phantom Zone, and the secret horrors of balloons.DAVID HAREWOOD DIRECTS - As the Super Friends brave the Phantom Zone to bring Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) home, each member of the team is confronted by visions of their worst fear. David Harewood directed the episode written by J. Holtham & Elle Lipson (#607). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 74: It's a Choose Your Own Adventure story by the end of this two part Midvale flashback as each of the characters reach a page-turning point in their lives. Listen as we break down the choices Cat, Kara, and Alex make and the role encouragement plays in giving them the space to do so.CHYLER LEIGH MAKES HER DIRECTORIAL DEBUT - Part two of the flashback episodes pick up where things left off - Young Kara (guest star Izabela Vidovic) experiences kryptonite for the first time, Nia (Nicole Maines) and Brainy (Jesse Rath) are trapped by invading aliens, and a young Cat Grant (guest star Eliza Helm) may be the reason Supergirl never gets out of the Phantom Zone. Chyler Leigh directed the episode written by Rob Wright & Jess Kardos (#606). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 73: What happens when the students become the teachers and the teachers are... still in school? This week on Supergirl's Attic, we look at the power Nia's sleeping on, a developing Brainy, and miniature mentors Kara and Alex as we uncover what maturity means to these growing heroes of Supergirl.THE FLASHBACK TO MIDVALE INTRODUCES A YOUNG CAT GRANT - Nia (Nicole Maines) and Brainy (Jesse Rath) attempt to save Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) from the Phantom Zone by time traveling back to Kara's home in 2009. While determined to secure the item needed to help Supergirl, Brainy is worried about keeping a low profile so as not to alter the future timeline. However, when their ship crashes upon arrival, a young Kara Danvers (guest star Izabela Vidovic) is the first on the scene. Meanwhile, a young reporter named Cat Grant (guest star Eliza Helm) sets her sights on Midvale as she suspects there is a big story in the small town. Alexandra LaRoche directed the episode written by Rob Wright & Jess Kardos (#605). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 72: Problems are mounting for Kara in the Phantom Zone, but what is Supergirl's legacy on Earth? Join Supergirl’s Attic this week to unpack the magic mirrored journeys Kara and Alex go on in "Lost Souls," exploring their lasting impacts on each other.SUPERGIRL FINDS A WAY HOME - Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) finds an opportunity to escape from the Phantom Zone but it comes with some dangerous strings attached. Meanwhile, Lena (Katie McGrath) joins the Super Friends on a mission but finds she disagrees with their plan of action against the Phantoms and wonders if she is truly ready to be a part of the team. Alysse Leite-Rogers directed the episode written by Karen E. Maser & Nicki Holcomb (#604). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 71: Reality sets in for Kara's loved ones as challenges mount in the struggle to bring her back home. This week on Supergirl's Attic, settle in for some Sadness as we explore Alex's headspace in the midst of grief and see how she's grown since last season. Then, we revisit Brainy and Lena's "little boxes" and explore J'onn's reluctance to embrace his feelings in the face of failure. BATTLE OF WITS - Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) makes a new ally. Lena (Katie McGrath) and Lex (guest star Jon Cryer) battle for control of Luthor Corp. Sudz Sutherland directed the episode written by Dana Horgan & Emilio Ortega Aldrich (#603). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 70: With Supergirl trapped in the Phantom Zone, the rest of her family hopes for the best as they act to rescue her. Join us this week as we discuss what heroism means for Supergirl's major characters and how Kara's legacy of Hope, Help & Compassion has influenced the choices of her family and friends.THE BREAKING POINT - As the stakes with Lex (Jon Cryer) are raised higher than ever before, Lena (Katie McGrath) must decide how far she is willing to go to stop her brother. Meanwhile, Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) and the team are faced with a challenge unlike anything they've ever dealt with before and it brings Alex (Chyler Leigh) to her breaking point. Jesse Warn directed the episode with story by Robert Rovner & Jessica Queller and teleplay by Jay Faerber & Jess Kardos (#602). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 69: The Super Friends are back! Join Vv and Cycles as they discuss Supergirl’s final season premiere, addressing the source of Kara’s “I guess I’ll die” outlook, Alex’s honorary Martian status, J’onn’s biggest fear, and much more.SEASON PREMIERE - As Brainiac (Jesse Rath) lays close to death after trying to stop Lex (Jon Cryer), Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) and team soar in to save him, engaging in an epic battle with Gamenmae (guest star Cara Buono). After beating Leviathan, Supergirl turns her attention to Lex (Jon Cryer) who has used the Obsidian platform to brainwash half the world to love him and follow him at all costs, no matter what horrible things he does. Knowing how dangerous this makes her brother, Lena (Katie McGrath) enlists the entire team - Alex (Chyler Leigh), J'onn (David Harewood), Dreamer (Nicole Maines), Kelly (Azie Tesfai) and Brainiac - to help, but Supergirl realizes that the only way to truly stop Lex is to sacrifice herself. Jesse Warn directed the episode with story by Robert Rovner & Jessica Queller and teleplay by Jay Faerber & Jess Kardos (#601). Original airdate 3/30/2021. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 68: As we gear up for Supergirl's final season, Cycles and Vv journey through the show's past and answer listener questions. Join us to discuss our favorite episodes, characters, and character journeys, as well as super-serious questions about pets and powers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 67: Is love in the stars for your favorite Supergirl characters? In the latest episode of Supergirl's Attic, we explore the function and messaging of romantic narratives within the show. Then, with help from our listeners, we wrap it up with some Valentine’s-inspired games. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 66: Watch the first of Supergirl's signature Thanksgiving episodes with us as we discuss family, food, the couch of vulnerability, and the absolute best line in the entire show to date. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 65: Hope, Help, and Compassion For All. This episode of Supergirl's Attic, we shine some sunlight on Kara Danvers as the hero we truly deserve in times of hopelessness and despair. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 64: Superman may stand for Truth, but what about Supergirl (and friends)? Join us for the latest episode of Supergirl's Attic as we examine how characters like Kara, Alex, J'onn, and Lena navigate the tricky relationship between truth and lies. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 63: "Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you are." More than just a means of survival, sharing a meal connects us to our culture, our families, and ourselves. Join us this week on Supergirl's Attic as we discuss Kara's love of food— and what it says about her as an alien learning to survive in a strange world. We'll feast on the psychological, physiological, and Fun aspects of food studies, joined by special guests @anevolutionarymatterand @comickergirl. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 62: This episode of Supergirl's Attic, Vv and Cycles analyze the overall themes and messaging of season 5. Join us for a deep dive on how this season impacted the Super friends, Kara, and Lena. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of Supergirl's Attic, Vv and Cycles are invited to Supergirl Radio's Supergirl Podcasters Roundtable, featuring the hosts of Pod Off Course and Maid of Steel. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of Supergirl’s Attic, Vv and Cycles break down the season 5 finale of Supergirl, “Immortal Kombat.”DAVID HAREWOOD DIRECTS – Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) realizes that in order to stop Lex (guest star Jon Cryer) and Leviathan she must work with the one person she never thought she’d trust again – Lena (Katie McGrath). Nia (Nicole Maines) keeps dreaming about Brainy (Jesse Rath) but struggles with what the dreams are trying to tell her. Meanwhile, Brainy realizes there is only one way to stop Lex. David Harewood directed the episode with story by Derek Simon and teleplay by Emilio Ortego Aldrich & Nicki Holcomb (#519). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 59: This episode of Supergirl’s Attic, Vv and Cycles discuss the dichotomy of emotion and logic as it pertains to Supergirl episode 5x18, “The Missing Link.”LENA DISCOVERS THE CONSEQUENCES OF PROJECT NON NOCERE – Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) and the team go head to head against Rama Khan (guest star Mitch Pileggi) and Leviathan. Meanwhile, Lena (Katie McGrath) and Lex (guest star Jon Cryer) must join forces when Project Non Nocere fails, leaving the two siblings in serious danger. Avi Youabian directed the episode written by Dana Horgan & J. Holtham (#518). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 58: This episode of Supergirl’s Attic, Vv and Cycles discuss habits, patterns, and addictions as they pertain to Supergirl episode 5x17, “Deus Lex Machina."MELISSA BENOIST MAKES HER DIRECTORIAL DEBUT - Lex (guest star Jon Cryer) proceeds to lay an intricate plan to bring Lena (Katie McGrath) closer to him, defeat Leviathan's latest attack, and pit Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) and team against Leviathan. It is also revealed how Lex came into power after Crisis. Melissa Benoist directed the episode with story by Lindsay Sturman and teleplay by Katie Rose Rogers & Brooke Pohl (#517). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 57: This episode of Supergirl’s Attic, Vv and Cycles discuss the psychological concept of personality as it pertains to Supergirl episode 5x16, “Alex in Wonderland.”ALEX TAKES ON A NEW ROLE - Alex (Chyler Leigh) uses a pair of Obsidian contact lenses to visit a virtual National City where she takes on a whole new persona. Meanwhile, Kelly (Azie Tesfai) helps William (Staz Nair) investigate Lex. Kara (Melissa Benoist) deals with difficult news. Tawnia McKiernan directed the episode with story by Rob Wright and teleplay by Jess Kardos & Mariko Tamaki (#516). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 56: This episode of Supergirl’s Attic, Vv and Cycles discuss the various meanings of unconsciousness as they pertain to Supergirl episode 5x15, “Reality Bytes.”DREAMER STEPS UP TO PROTECT HER COMMUNITY AFTER HER ROOMMATE IS VICIOUSLY ATTACKED - Nia's (Nicole Maines) roommate, Yvette (guest star Roxy Wood), is attacked by a man targeting Dreamer because he doesn't like that Dreamer is transgender and wants her to quit being a superhero. Determined to protect her community from additional harm, Dreamer refuses to give into his threats and puts herself in the line of fire to stop him. Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) stands by Dreamer and enlists additional help from Brainy (Jesse Rath). Meanwhile, Alex (Chyler Leigh), J'onn (David Harewood) and Kelly (Azie Tesfai) attempt to rescue a man stuck inside a virtual reality escape room. Armen V. Kevorkian directed the episode written by Dana Horgan & Jay Faerber (#515). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode of Supergirl's Attic, Vv and Cycles discuss the concepts of freedom and confinement as they pertain to Supergirl episode 5x14, "The Bodyguard."LENA MOVES FORWARD WITH NON NOCERE - Lex (guest star Jon Cryer) tasks Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) with protecting Andrea (Julie Gonzalo) from an anti-tech extremist, but his nefarious purpose goes beyond merely keeping Andrea alive. Meanwhile, Lena (Katie McGrath) moves forward with Non Nocere, with Lex's help. Gregory Smith directed the episode with story by Lindsay Sturman and teleplay by Emilio Ortega Aldrich & Chandler Smidt (#514). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 54: "It's a Super Life" marks 100 episodes of Supergirl, thousands of memories, and hundreds of thousands of potstickers, probably. Join us as we discuss responsibility, Kara's struggle with self-compassion, the Space Fam, and how the episode explored the show's complex relationship with its fans. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 53: We're back from hiatus the future with our thoughts about Part 2 of Winn's visit with the Superfam. Join us as we explore the limits of perception, how it shapes the characters' decisions, and the ways technology can enhance it to ends both super and sinister. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 52: This episode of Supergirl's Attic, Winn Schott returns from the future to fix his past—and to stock up on Space Fam hugs. Join us as we discuss the legacies of the characters, from ego-driven plots to futuristic pep talks. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 51: ...the more they stay the same? Join us this week as we search for the constants that will help us navigate Supergirl's post-Crisis world and explore the characters' relationships with change. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 50: Worlds live, a hero dies, Earths collide. Join Supergirl's Attic as we discuss the concluding hours of Crisis on Infinite Earths, how the characters were served, the themes, quality of storytelling, and what this means for the future—and the past—of Supergirl. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 49: This week on Supergirl's Attic, we dive into the development of Kara and Alex as mentors and the role models who have shaped them throughout the five seasons. Join us as we discuss which mentorships soared, which crash landed, which were lost to the Phantom Zone. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 47: Crisis is upon us as Supergirl's Attic races to discuss gods, pods, and paragons before the wave of anti-meta hits. Join us as we break down how hope remains at the bottom of Kara's little boxes, the superior SuperBat friendship, and the ever honorable Martian Manhunter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 47: This week on Supergirl's Attic, we dive into the concepts of trust and control and discuss why Kara trusts people as far as she can throw them (very far), Alex's mind alteration anxiety, J'onn J'onzz's phases of faith, and more. Then, we answer your questions about 5x08, “The Wrath of Rama Khan.” See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 46: This week on Supergirl’s Attic, we explore the concept of vulnerability as Kara shows Lena “Krypton on Earth” only to experience the Solitude of the Fortress, Alex bangs her head and it rattles Kelly’s heart, and J'onn risks it all to open his mind to Malefic. Then, we answer your questions about 5x07, “Tremors.” See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 045: This episode of Supergirl's Attic, we examine Kara, Alex, Lena, and Andrea's moral foundations, how far they are willing to go for those they love, and how far love has gone in shaping their values. Then, we answer your questions about episode 5x06, "Confidence Women." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 044: In this episode on technology and connection in Supergirl, we browse Kara's history to find the source of her aversion to virtual reality, decrypt whether or not more data is always better, and mine the data on the application of VR by Kelly, Brainy, and the researchers of our Earth. Then, we answer your questions about 5x05, "Dangerous Liaisons." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.