This week on Buffy and the Art of Story – Band Candy (Season 3 Episode 6 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer).
This podcast episode talks about:
(1) Writing a role reversal story without the body switching;
(2) Subtle commentary on the SATs;
(3) Fun dialogue lines that serve multiple purposes; and
(4) Buffy’s character growth through conflict.
As always, the discussion is spoiler-free, except at the end (with plenty of warning).
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Homecoming S3 E5 (Buffy and the Art of Story)
This week on Buffy and the Art of Story –Homecoming (Season 3 Episode 5 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer). This podcast episode talks about:
(1) How Buffy’s competition with Cordelia interweaves with the action plot
(2) Unspoken conflicts that ratchet up tension
(3) Key scenes and dialogue lines that develop relationships
(4) Mr. Trick as a villain
As always, the discussion of Buffy the Vampire Slayer is spoiler-free, except at the end (with plenty of warning).
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Buffy Season Two In Review S2 E23 (Buffy and the Art of Story)

This week on Buffy and the Art of Story Buffy Season Two In Review (a discussion of Season 2 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer as a whole):
This podcast episode covers (1) how Season 2 uses the bookends technique; (2) Season 2 themes; (3) character arcs; and (4) how Season 2 foreshadows Season 3 and beyond.
As always, the discussion is spoiler-free, except at the end (with plenty of warning).
Last Week: Becoming Part 2
Next Up: Anne
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Becoming Part 1 S2 E21 (Buffy and the Art of Story)

This week on Buffy and the Art of Story Becoming Part 1 (Season 2 Episode 21 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer):
This podcast episode covers (1) use of recurring images and actions to link characters’ stories together; (2) major plot points through the Midpoint for the 2-episode story arc; (3) how those points intertwine with episode plot turns; and (4) in spoiler section, how this episode sets up the next one, Season 3, and Willow’s series arc.
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Go Fish S2 E20 (Buffy and the Art of Story)

This week on Buffy and the Art of Story: Go Fish (Season 2 Episode 20 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer).
This podcast episode covers (1) how the episode undercuts its light tone by treating disturbing issues as a joke; (2) some of the most fun lines in Buffy to date – including "Oh forgive me your Swimteamliness"; (3) an unexpected Midpoint twist; and (4) major plot turns at unusual places.
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I Only Have Eyes For You S2 E19 (Buffy and the Art of Story)

This week on Buffy and the Art of Story: I Only Have Eyes For You (Season 2 Episode 19 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer):
This podcast episode covers (1) the interplay of plot and emotion; (2) surprising major turns after the three-quarter point in the episode; (3) whether the pop scares fit the narrative; and (4) seemingly insignificant scenes that turn into a subplot with a twist of its own.
As always, the discussion is spoiler-free, except at the end (with plenty of warning).
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Killed By Death S2 E18 (Buffy and the Art of Story)

This week on Buffy and the Art of Story: Killed By Death (Season 2 Episode 18 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer).
This podcast episode covers (1) what causes this episode's slower pace; (2) whether the flashbacks are needed; (3) fuzzy major plot turns in unusual places; (4) just-in-time backstory; and (5) very subtle advances in the season 2 arc.
As always, the discussion is spoiler-free, except at the end (with plenty of warning).
Last Week: Passion
Next Up: I Only Have Eyes For You
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Passion S2 E17 (Buffy and the Art of Story)

This week on Buffy and the Art of Story: Passion (Season 2 Episode 17 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer):
This podcast episode covers (1) who the protagonist is – Angel or Buffy? (2) weaving together two strong plots; (3) underscoring tragedy by shifting a character's tone; and (4) dramatic irony that ratchets up emotional pain.
As always, the discussion is spoiler-free, except at the end (with plenty of warning).
Last Week: Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered
Next Up: Killed By Death
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Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered S2 E16 (Buffy and the Art of Story)

This week on Buffy and the Art of Story: Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered (Season 2 Episode 16 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer).
This podcast episode covers (1) using humor to convey theme; (2) conflict that causes character growth (for Cordelia); (3) foreshadowing significant plot developments without giving anything away; and (4) intertwining many plotlines seamlessly.
As always, the discussion is spoiler-free, except at the end (with plenty of warning).
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Phases S2 E15 (Buffy and the Art of Story)

This week on Buffy and the Art of Story: Phases (Season 2 Episode 15 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer):
This podcast episode covers (1) why Buffy is the protagonist despite this being a key episode for Oz and Willow; (2) using humor and character development to hide clues; and (3) who Buffy feels she is allowed to kill and why.
As always, the discussion is spoiler-free, except at the end (with plenty of warning).
Last Week: Innocence
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