Episode 034: This week on Supergirl's Attic, we take a super's eye view of season 4. Join us as we discuss the super family's journey, break down this season's themes, and analyze both the show's explicit and unintentional messages. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 16, 2019•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 34
Episode 033: In this episode of Supergirl's Attic, join us as we take a look inside the minds of Super Fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 14, 2019•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 33
Episode 032: This week on Supergirl's Attic, super friends and arch enemies fly to Shelley Island for a history-making battle of wits and wills. Join us in discussing which moments made the season four finale soar and which arcs never quite made it off the ground. LEX LUTHOR RETURNS - Lex Luthor (guest star Jon Cryer) descends upon Washington, DC and summons Lena (Katie McGrath) and Lillian Luthor (guest star Brenda Strong) to the White House. Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) realizes she has one las...
May 24, 2019•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 32
Episode 031: This week on Supergirl's Attic: Eliza, Lillian, Mother Russia, and Mother Earth appear for a Mother's Day fight of the fams. Join us as we discuss how Alex remembers her sister has a second job involving annual battles to the death, Brainy forgets how to feel, and Kara proves—once and for all—that she is a Disney princess. SUPERGIRL BATTLES RED DAUGHTER - Kara (Melissa Benoist) comes face to face with Red Daughter and the two engage in an epic battle. Determined to find a way to ext...
May 17, 2019•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 31
Episode 030: Season four of Supergirl is winding down but the stakes are amping up! Join us as we discuss Alex and Kelly's bond over martial law and metaphors, Lena's tactical—but not strictly practical—heels, and the gradual unveiling of the secrets which threaten Kara's home. MISS TESSMACHER RETURNS WITH A VENGEANCE - Kara (Melissa Benoist) and Lena (Katie McGrath) head to Kaznia to hunt down Lex. However, Eve Tessmacher (guest star Andrea Brooks) sets a trap for the duo that could ultimately ...
May 11, 2019•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 30
Episode 029: This week on Supergirl's Attic, Kara and Lena blow open little boxes and a big case, James ventures into his attic of the mind, and Nia Nal gives the aliens and humans of National City something worth dreaming for. DAVID HAREWOOD DIRECTS - As Kara (Melissa Benoist) doggedly works as a reporter to clear Supergirl's name, Dreamer (Nicole Maines) picks up the slack as National City's protector, which leads to a showdown with Ben Lockwood (Sam Witwer). James (Mehcad Brooks) takes drasti...
May 03, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 29
Episode 028: In this episode of Supergirl's Attic, mind games abound as Supergirl and Lena work together to uncover the truth, Alex tries to sway Col Haley to disobey orders, and James and Brainy look inward for answers. WILLIE GARSON GUEST STARS - Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) and Lena (Katie McGrath) head to Stryker's Island to search for clues on how to defeat Lex. At the prison, Supergirl tries to befriend a nosy prisoner, Steve (guest star Willie Garson), who may have insight into what Lex wa...
Apr 26, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 28
Episode 027: In this episode of Supergirl’s Attic, emotions are running high as Kara feels the weight of the world bearing down, Mind M'yrnn ignites J'onn’s anger, and James shows signs of a trauma-related disorder, as well as something a little more extranormal. SUPERGIRL FACES HER BIGGEST CHALLENGE YET - Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) must deal with the destructive aftermath of Lex's (guest star Jon Cryer) nefarious plans. Shocked at what Lex has created, Supergirl faces her biggest challenge yet...
Apr 08, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 27
Episode 026: Chess isn't the only mind game Lex Luthor is playing in this week's episode of Supergirl. It's a battle of nature vs twisted nurture as Lex attempts to conquer Kasnian Kara's mind and stifle her compassionate heart. LEX LUTHOR CONTINUES TO WREAK HAVOC - In the wake of Lex Luthor's (guest star Jon Cryer) return, the show flashes back to what he's been doing for the last two years and how his secret machinations and plans have affected Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) and Lena (Katie McGra...
Mar 30, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 26
Episode 025: Kelly the psychologist comes to Supergirl just in time for this trauma-themed episode. Join us as we break down J'onn's breakdown, Danvers family drama, Brainy's boxes, and Luthor family dynamics. JON CRYER GUEST STARS AS ICONIC DC COMICS' VILLAIN LEX LUTHOR - Secretly furloughed from prison due to failing health, Lex Luthor (guest star Jon Cryer) visits his sister, Lena (Katie McGrath), to seek her help finding a cure. Savvy as ever, Lena is suspicious of Lex's motives but when she...
Mar 23, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 25
Episode 024: This week on Supergirl's Attic, our favorite American Aliens prove that we are stronger together as Brainy, Nia, J'onn, and Kara Zor-El march for alien rights. Join us as we also appreciate Nia's heart eyes for superheroism, James' eye for photography, and Alex's murder eyes for Lockwood. SUPERGIRL TAKES A STAND - Between Ben Lockwood's (Sam Witwer) new push to stir up the anti-alien movement and the Elite's desire to target Lockwood and his minions, Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) is c...
Mar 16, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 24
Episode 023: This week on Supergirl's Attic, Kara dons a Super Space Suit, Nia and Brainy train in the Fortress of Solitude, and the Super Friends assemble to fight The Elite. But this comic-book style battle isn't in easy black and white, as the Space Family navigates complex questions of morality and loyalty in their battle against extremism. SUPERGIRL FACES OFF AGAINST THE ELITE - Manchester Black (guest star David Ajala) breaks out of prison with the help of his new team, The Elite, who are ...
Mar 09, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 23
Episode 022: Hearts are under attack in Supergirl's Valentine's Day episode! From candy hearts to human ones, no one is safe—especially the viewers. Join us as we discuss Nia's debut as a superhero, super-soldiers, and the heart of the show: the Super Family. DC COMICS VILLAIN MENAGERIE APPEARS - With his P.I. shingle newly hung outside his office, J'onn (David Harewood) welcomes new clients. Trying to take her mind off what happened at the DEO, Kara (Melissa Benoist) decides to team up with J'o...
Feb 23, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 22
Episode 021: In this episode of Supergirl's Attic, we uncover the secrets behind Kara's secret identity. From Kara Danvers' glasses, pastels, and cowardice to Supergirl's brightly-colored command, her dual identities adhere to one of the biggest staples of Super stories. But would this disguise hold up in the real world? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 14, 2019•44 min•Ep. 21
Episode 020: This week on Supergirl's Attic, the trio falls back on old habits to cope with their very new problem, siblings of all kinds clash, and Nia is given a super-sized push toward becoming a hero. KATE BURTON GUEST STARS; NIA AND KARA VISIT NIA'S HOMETOWN - Kara (Melissa Benoist) joins Nia (Nicole Maines) on a trip to Nia's hometown to visit her family during the town's annual Harvest Festival. While home, Nia's mother (guest star Kate Burton) encourages her daughter to embrace her desti...
Feb 02, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 20
Episode 019: In our longest episode of Supergirl's Attic to date, we devote a lot of time to our favorite topic: the Danvers sisters and their Space Dad. Join us as we laugh, cry, and discuss the game-changing twists and turns of "Suspicious Minds." COLONEL HALEY IS DETERMINED TO FIND OUT SUPERGIRL'S IDENTITY - Colonel Haley (April Parker Jones) is upset after Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) responds to a distress call from a Navy ship that turned out to be a deadly alien attack. Colonel Haley recla...
Jan 25, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 19
Episode 018: This week on Supergirl's Attic, we read a Martian's mind! Join us as J'onn J'onzz takes center stage and we analyze his Martian American journey, relationship dynamics, and overall evolution from trauma-induced seclusion to his current beloved Space Dad status. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 14, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 18
Episode 017: In this episode of Supergirl's Attic, spend the holidays with the Danvers family as we unpack a listener's request topic: Kara, Alex, and Eliza. (And none for Jeremiah Danvers.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 30, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 17
Episode 016: In this episode of Supergirl's Attic, we discuss the Elseworlds Crossover, featuring the super cousins, the long-awaited introduction of Lois Lane, and indisputable proof that the Danvers sisters have the best bond on any earth. Then, we turn our lens to storytelling choices and tackle the crossover's incomplete narratives, superficial feminism, and lack of diversity. THE BATTLE CONCLUDES - Supergirl (Melissa Benoist), The Flash (guest star Grant Gustin), Green Arrow (guest star Ste...
Dec 17, 2018•57 min•Ep. 16
Episode 015: It's Supergirl's winter finale! Join us on Supergirl's Attic to discuss "power"plays, historical significance—from battlefields to comic book shelves—and Supergirl's yearly identity crisis as the stakes are raised in the final episode before the crossover. KEVIN SMITH DIRECTS; NIA BEGINS TO EMBRACE HER POWERS - Nia (Nicole Maines) has a powerful dream about Agent Liberty (Sam Witwer) but refuses to look at it as a prophetic dream and pushes it aside. After noticing something is both...
Dec 07, 2018•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 15
Episode 014: We go full sci-fi in this episode of Supergirl's Attic as we delve into 4x07's references to Frankenstein! This week, James and Kara are trapped on (Mary) Shelley Island, Adam and Eve tempt Lena into questionable science, and Space Dad crushes all of our hearts beyond even Lena's ability to repair. Special guest @anevolutionarymatter also drops in to give us the scoop on Lena's medical ethics. CHAD LOWE DIRECTS - James (Mehcad Brooks) falls in deeper with the Children of Liberty in ...
Nov 30, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 14
Episode 013: This week on Supergirl's Attic, the space fam comes together for Thanksgiving, but even pie isn't free from controversy in an episode "stuffed" with debates. Join us as we discuss questionable life choices, the reappearance of Best Mom Eliza Danvers and—most importantly—pie. THANKSGIVING - Everyone gathers for Thanksgiving but Kara (Melissa Benoist) is feeling down after her televised debate with Ben Lockwood (Sam Witwer) about the anti-alien sentiment coursing through National City...
Nov 23, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 13
Episode 012: This week on Supergirl's Attic, Kara embraces the power of the press, J'onn rocks a badass fedora, Agent Liberty reenacts a really old bible fanfic, and Alex and James make some difficult choices. THE POWER OF THE PEN - Colonel Haley (April Parker Jones) makes a surprising decision regarding Supergirl (Melissa Benoist). Kara writes s series of articles highlighting aliens in National City in the hopes that humans will stop being so fearful of them. Unfortunately, the article puts so...
Nov 17, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 12
Episode 011: This week on Supergirl’s Attic, the Danvers sisters remind us why we love them, robots have feelings, and Kara stares at a wall! Join us as we dig into our heroes’ fears, questionable coping mechanisms, and how 4x04′s title, “Ahimsa,” ties all these stories together. J'ONN MEETS MANCHESTER BLACK - When Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) needs help, Alex (Chyler Leigh) asks Lena (Katie McGrath) and Brainiac (Jesse Rath) to team up. Meanwhile, J'onn (David Haredwood) questions his decision t...
Nov 09, 2018•58 min•Ep. 11
Episode 010: With the Girl of Steel out of commission, we shift our focus to a man of steel—however, he’s no Superman. In this episode of Supergirl's Attic, we discuss the weight of this story detailing a descent into extremism, plus the historical and current-event ties present in this twist on an alternate-POV episode. XANDER BERKELEY GUEST STARS IN THE ORIGIN STORY OF AGENT LIBERTY - Ben Lockwood (Sam Witwer) didn't always hate aliens. Through a series of incidents, and input from his anti-al...
Nov 02, 2018•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 10
Episode 009: From the White House exterior to your local pizza shop, nowhere is safe in the aftermath of the reveal that President Marsdin is an alien. In this episode of Supergirl’s Attic, we discuss world-building, how characterization intersects with politics, and—most importantly—secret identity hijinks. CHAOS IN NATIONAL CITY - A shocking revelation causes chaos in National City. Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) sets out to capture Mercy Graves (guest star Rhona Mitra), while Alex (Chyler Leigh)...
Oct 26, 2018•52 min•Ep. 9
Episode 008: Supergirl is back and ready to take on the world—or so she thinks. Rising anti-alien sentiment in National City complicates things for Kara, but makes things super interesting for us! Join us as we analyze the premiere of Supergirl’s 4th season. HOPE VS. FEAR - Diving back into reporting, Kara (Melissa Benoist) welcomes a new cub reporter to CatCo. Meanwhile, James (Mehcad Brooks) and Lena (Katie McGrath) argue about James' impending indictment for acting as the vigilante Guardian, ...
Oct 19, 2018•52 min•Ep. 8
Episode 007: This week on Supergirl’s Attic, we answer your questions about the Danvers Sisters. We discuss how they complement each other and how much they’ve grown as sisters—from pod landing to plane landing and beyond, and more. (Covers seasons 1–3) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 12, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 7
Episode 006: This week on Supergirl's Attic, we take a leap of faith, diving into the themes of belief and religion and exploring how they have impacted the various characters—from the faithful to the fanatical—throughout season 3. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 01, 2018•52 min•Ep. 6
Episode 005: In this episode, special guests Nos ( @ultranos ) and Anevo ( @anevolutionarymatter ) lend their respective engineering and medical expertise as we analyze the science of Supergirl and discuss the important role it plays in the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 14, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 5