Hosted by Katherine McNamara and Dominic Sherwood, Return to the Shadows will bring fans into the Shadow World like never before, diving deep into Shadowhunters, the show that ended way too soon. Kat and Dom will uncover interesting facts, analyze episodes, and fill your eardrums with behind-the-scenes memories that will blow your mind. Cast, crew, fans, and friends will join our hosts along the way, giving fans the Shadowhunters revival they always wanted.
Join Kat and Dom for a special LIVE taping of the podcast on Weds March 22, 2023 - 1pm PT. Tickets available at moment.co/returntotheshadows
In this special live taping of the podcast, Kat and Dom take fan call-ins, answer burning Shadowhunters’ questions, and play games with the audience. Singer-songwriter and real-life parabatai, Alex Kinsey, joins the After Party to walk us through how he composed the podcast theme song and perform one of his unreleased songs just for you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kat and Dom are back to discuss more excitement from the Shadow World: Magnus and Valentine merge into “Magnentine”, the coolest shot in the whole show, plus runes and portals and vamps - oh my! Join Kat and Dom for a special LIVE taping of the podcast on Weds March 22, 2023 - 1pm PT. Tickets available at moment.co/ returntotheshadows See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Direct from Toronto - the city that started it all - Kat and Dom welcome the multi-talented athlete/actor/restaurateur Isaiah Mustafa, who plays New York City’s not-so-talented “dog detective” Luke Garroway. He recounts his revealing audition story, the moments on set that made him laugh the most, and shares a VERY special personal announcement with the Shadowfam. Join Kat and Dom for a special LIVE taping of the podcast on Weds March 22, 2023 - 1pm PT. Tickets available at moment.co/ returntoth...
By the angel! Join Kat and Dom for a special LIVE taping of the podcast on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 - 1pm PT. Tickets available at moment.co/ returntotheshadows They will dive back into the Shadow World with YOU, their Shadowfam – getting into favorite memories from the show, off the wall moments on the podcast, and all of your burning questions during a live Q&A. You never know what special guests will join the fun! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
The mid-season premiere starts strong with the first appearances of Sebastian, Ollie, Azazel, and more, a glimpse of Dom’s bright red underwear, and the shocking realization that despite all the drama and chaos in the 24 episodes so far, only two weeks have passed in the Shadow World. Join Kat and Dom for a special LIVE taping of the podcast on Weds March 22, 2023 - 1pm PT. Tickets available at moment.co/ returntotheshadows See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Kat and Dom get a visit from their old friend, Shadowhunters camera operator Drew Potter. He tells them all about how he pushed compositional boundaries to help define the look of Shadowhunters, putting himself and his equipment in harm's way to get the best shots during fight scenes, and returning to the Shadowhunters set after it had been turned into the White House for another show. Join Kat and Dom for a special LIVE taping of the podcast on Weds March 22, 2023 - 1pm PT. Tickets available at...
Here we are Shadowfam, with another exciting episode where everyone is trying to kill Clary! Plus, Madzie finds a loving home with Magnus, we see multiple role reversals as Kat plays Jace and Dom plays Jonathan, and Kat and Dom remember Kat’s surprise 21st birthday party, complete with cowboy hats. Join Kat and Dom for a special LIVE taping of the podcast on Weds March 22, 2023 - 1pm PT. Tickets available at moment.co/ returntotheshadows See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
At long last, our very own Matthew Daddario (AKA THE Alec Lightwood) has joined Kat and Dom today for a much-anticipated Shadowhunters reunion. Kat tries dutifully to keep the conversation on track about Shadowhunters, Alec’s motivations, and his relationship with Magnus, but mostly they crack jokes and laugh at the word “duty”. Join Kat and Dom for a special LIVE taping of the podcast on Weds March 22, 2023 - 1pm PT. Tickets available at moment.co/ returntotheshadows See omnystudio.com/listener...
Kat and Dom are back - but this time Dom has a WAY more comfortable chair. They discuss their biggest horror movie icks, Kat recalls a jump scare during a makeout scene with Alberto, and Dom demonstrates the wrong way to drive a car. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Location Manager John Rakich joins Kat and Dom to talk about what it was like bringing the Shadow World to reality - and how he was able to navigate some real-world issues on set. An incessant fire alarm? A city park fountain that doesn’t work? Not a problem for John! The trio discuss everything from where the glass in The Institute came from to how the Shadowhunters navigated morning rush hour traffic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
The Downworld Apocalypse may be imminent, but Kat and Dom get to watch it all unfold from the safety of their homes in this week’s episode. They discuss the Shadow World finally settling into its second season look, the ghost in the studio, the blooper scene we’ve all been waiting for, and cats… lots of cats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s a new year and a brand-new mailbag episode! Today, Kat and Dom dig into questions from fans, talking about everything from what Clace’s dream wedding would look like to their favorite runes and the tattoo so many of the cast and crew ended up with. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The tension is getting tighter than Kat’s corsets in today’s rewatch as Clary and Luke find themselves at odds over Cleo’s arrival. How far will Clary go to prove she’s right? How far will Dom go to figure out what Malec’s love language is? And who is the most capable adult on this show? Kat and Dom answer these questions - and a few you didn’t ask - in this lawless episode. Content Warning: This episode deals with drug use and addiction. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, ...
Kat and Dom watch along to Season 2, Episode 6, Iron Sisters. Dom is a little salty that he didn’t appear much in the episode, but is consoled by some great moments like Malec’s first date, Kat having to film in a pool, and some very cute wolves. Content Warning: This episode deals with drug use and addiction. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, please speak with a trusted friend or professional. You can call 1-800-662-HELP for resources in the U.S. See omnystudio.com/listen...
On today’s episode, Kat and Dom sit down for a bit of a somber rewatch… that is, until they get to the scene that had to be completely cut from the episode because they couldn’t control their laughter! They also debate what is and is not a red flag from Iris Rouse, the little known rule of being a Shadowhunter and the real reason Clary had to get a brand new bedspread. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kat and Dom are joined by stunt coordinator and fight choreographer extraordinaire Darren McGuire. He tells them about growing up with martial arts as a family business, facing down bears on off-the-grid camping trips, and teaching Kat and Dom all their amazing fight skills. Plus, the trio remembers their dear friend Dean Copkov. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Institute is under attack today, and Kat and Dom are here for it. They take us through the episode that gave Dom an extended stay in the City of Bones, Clary has a smoke demon to clear from the Institute (where no one seems to notice things like smoke demons…), and a very hasty Matt Daddario that had Kat scurrying after him. Trigger warning: this episode contains references to suicide, which may be sensitive for some listeners. If you or someone you know needs help regarding suicidal thought...
Actor and Stuntman extraordinaire Joel Labelle joins Kat and Dom to talk about his time on Shadowhunters as detective turned werewolf Alaric Rodriguez. Joel dives into his transition from stunts to acting, his instant connection with the Shadow World, how he has the ability to bring Isaiah’s professionalism down a solid 40%… and just how ridiculous the teeth he had to wear were. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kat and Dom turn tomatoes into clamato juice as they walk us through the episode that made the world fall in love with the parabatai bond. They dive into everything from the various ways the show turned Toronto into NYC, the return of Dom’s least favorite clothing item, the start of the #poorraj movement, and why falling asleep involves acting… even for non-actors! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
No rewatch would be complete without talking to Clary’s dearest Dot, so today, Kat and Dom welcome actor, director and fashionable warlock Vanessa Matsui to the podcast. Vanessa talks with Kat and Dom about building a character as a guest star, how nobody can seem to kill Dot, and how to use comedy as a way to engage with important topics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Everyone’s got a problem in this week’s episode, and Kat and Dom are here to solve it all. If you’ve ever wondered where dance circles and the Shadow World intersect or why nobody ever went looking for Dot - then today is your day. You’ll even get a play-by-play of how to make a nose bleed on screen… although we don’t recommend you try it at home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kaitlyn Leeb AKA ancient vampire Camille Belcourt joins Kat and Dom to talk all things Shadow World. They reminisce about Kaitlyn’s days on the show (and the other characters she auditioned for!), the difference between pet therapy and pet psychics, and how running in 4-inch stilettos in a graveyard just becomes second nature after a while. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The start of Season Two means that Kat, Dom and the entire Shadow World get to deal with all of the fallout from Season One. Jocelyn is awake, Lydia has been left by “arguably the most handsome man in the world”, there’s family drama galore, and Kat has a bone to pick with Valentine… although it might not be the one you’d think. Will it ever get easier for our beloved Shadow Fam? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ryan Reed, Season One’s Department Head Hairstylist, joins Kat and Dom to talk about all of the iconic looks he’s created over the years. The three chat about the many ways Ryan made a behind-the-scenes impact - from Clary’s exact shade of red hair to the safe space he created in his trailer and the sheer amount of hairspray that was used on Dom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In celebration of Dom’s new Netflix show, Partner Track, Kat and Dom are joined by some of the cast - Arden Cho (Ingrid), Rob Heaps (Nick) and Desmond Chiam (‘Z’) - to talk about the elite law firm that’s worked its way into all of our hearts. They chat about everything from the Brits taking over Bemelmans Bar to the reason Kat’s Uber score is so low and the incredibly impactful response they’ve received from the Asian community. Partner Track is available now on Netflix! See omnystudio.com/list...
Kat and Dom chat with their first (but hopefully not last!) Oscar-winning guest - J. Miles Dale, who directed three of Season One’s most iconic episodes. After 35 years in the entertainment industry, Dale knows his stuff. On today’s episode, the three discuss everything from the “killing lightning” in the Seelie Glade to the ins and outs of filming with snakes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kat and Dom take one last step into The (Season One) Institute as they rewatch Morning Star, the epic finale. After twelve motherless episodes, many hung cliffs, and more dead demons than we can count, it’s time to discuss everything from how exactly to chop off Hodge’s hand to that special face Dom makes when he runs. Sorry, Dom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Adam Kenneth Wilson AKA the powerful Ragnor Fell delights Kat and Dom with his experience shooting the Malec episode. He recounts how he fooled everyone with his British accent (yes, even Dom), the special community created on the set of Shadowhunters, and what it’s like to voice a video game - plus, we’re graced with a visit from two fluffy felines! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What do a lawyer, a writer, an actor and a showrunner have in common? The answer is our extra special Malec Week guest, writer and executive producer Michael Reisz! Kat and Dom have a true heart-to-heart with the man who brought Malec to life, cast Clary and Jace, and worked as the liaison between actors and executives. Get ready to learn about a whole new part of the Shadow World! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clean yourselves up, Shadowfam - we’re going to a wedding! It’s THAT episode - and the start of our very own Malec Week! Be on the lookout for a bonus episode this Wednesday. But today, Kat and Dom break down every detail of filming Alec and Lydia’s wedding and, of course, the Malec kiss! They also cover the search for the Book of the White and the dastardly villain after the Mortal Cup…whoever that may be. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
