In 2005, Sam and Dean Winchester set off on a road trip that would save the world and change television. For fifteen seasons and three hundred and twenty-seven episodes, the CW’s Supernatural (created by Eric Kripke) took audiences on a wild ride of family, fate, and faith with a rocking soundtrack and a seriously cool car. But that was then, and now … it’s time for another ride.
Join hosts Rob Benedict (Chuck Shurley/God) and Richard Speight Jr (Gabriel and director of many episodes) for Supernatural: Then and Now, a winding road trip through every episode of this iconic series, one by one, every week, with guests each episode from the cast and crew that made the wild ride possible.
Buckle up for guests including Jared Padalecki (Sam), Jensen Ackles (Dean), and Robert Singer (Executive producer), as well as many many more.
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Jim Beaver joins the podcast for the Season 1 finale, Devil's trap. He shares fun behind-the-scenes stories, tells us his Supernatural origin story, and details on the name "Bobby Singer." Ivan Hayden pops-in to share a story about the climactic fight scene between John Winchester and the Yellow-Eyed Demon. Also, Kevin Parks details how the Baby and truck crash at the end was a happy accident. We made it to the end of season one! Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more abou...
Guest Star Erin Karpluk shares stories about being strapped to the ceiling and the first times she met Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles. Plus find out which Canadian city has the best food, Vancouver or Toronto. Rob Benedict and Richard Speight, Jr. share their perspective on what makes this episode special. Season 1 is coming to a close soon! Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
1st Assistant Director and co-producer Kevin Parks is a walking encyclopedia of Supernatural knowledge. Hear firsthand about how they had to stop filming because someone thought there was a sniper in the area. He shares plenty of great behind-the-scenes stories. Rob and Rich teach us a little something about vampires and tell us why Eric Kripke wanted to avoid vampires at first. Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Guest Star Taylor Cole (Sarah Blake) shares stories about fighting a haunted painting with Sam and Dean. She talks about getting the giggles with Jared and Jensen. Hear about her crazy scream. Rob and Rich share some real-life stories of haunted paintings. Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Longtime Supernatural producer Todd Aronauer comes back to the podcast to share insights about how Something Wicked came together, behind-the-scenes stories, and learn about more of the crew that made the show happen. Kim Rhodes joins Rob and Rich for the review. We learn about her tattoo rating system. This is a wicked cool episode! Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Who's ready to face ghosts!?! Guest stars AJ Buckley and Travis Wester join the podcast to talk about their introduction to the Supernatural universe and the entry of their characters. They share details about what was improvised and what wasn't, and what a joy it was to be on the set. They fellas even jump ahead a little to Ghostfacers. Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Brad, the guy literally closest to the action, joins the show. Brad shot on Supernatural for all 15 seasons, at times even substituting as Cinematographer. He shares stories of working with Jared, Jensen, and Nicki Aycox, stories of making shadow monsters (spoiler, it wasn't monkeys), and why you should be careful when you eat calzone. Rob and Rich talk about first meeting Brad and how he was their first friend on set. Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad c...
Actress Jessica Steen joins the podcast and talks about shooting nights, how creepy Missy Bender is, and how she doesn't like getting locked in cages. Matt Cohen (the OG 1970s John Winchester) joins Rob and Rich to review the episode. Rob and Rich learn that the Benders are inspired by a true-life murderous family. "Demons I get. People are crazy." Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
The Director of this episode, Phil Sgriccia, returns to the podcast. Hear stories about getting the sets to feel authentic, how Phil uses real magic to create the special effects, and find out what a "cut out car" is. Rich and Phil connect over all the rules for how directors should cover hunters in certain situations. Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Composer Jay Gruska joins the show and shares his Supernatural origin story, and how he enjoyed collaborating with Christopher Lennertz to design the musical landscape. He discusses the performances in the episode and the loyalty of the Supernatural community. Rob and Rich ponder Dean's awkwardly long sex scene. Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Guest Star Julie Benz joins the podcast. She shares stories about how she got started in acting, how much she loved working with Jensen Ackles and Jared Padalecki, who from the show she got to kiss, and what it was like working in mud. Plus Jared and Jensen pop-in to have some fun with Rob and Rich. Don't fear the reaper! Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Executive Producer Bob Singer and Production Designer Jerry Wanek (two titans of television) return to talk about Scarecrow, one of Season 1's scariest episodes. Hear about how the town wasn't a real-sized town, who came up with the look of the scarecrow, shooting in the fog, and how much everyone loved shooting Nicki Aycox, for the debut of Meg. Take a break from and listen. Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Director Guy Bee and Producer and Post Supervisor Todd Aronauer join the show to talk about the super creepy episode, Asylum. Guy has directed several episodes of Supernatural, and Todd is one of the few people that worked on the pilot and then went on to work on the series for years. We get details about how they shot at an actual abandoned asylum and how they accomplished many of the super freaky ghost effects. Also, hear why Todd had to sleep on Kripke's couch. Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecov...
Visual Effects Supervisor Ivan Hayden joins the podcast. Hear details about the visual effects craft and hear Rob and Rich's theories about Missouri Moseley and the reasons the boys return home. Everything is on fire! Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest star Tyler Johnston and co-writer Rachel Nave Dworkin discuss Bugs with hosts Richard Speight, Jr. and Rob Benedict. Hear stories about Tyler getting into a strange white van and how Rachel got cheated out of a toaster oven. Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles pop in to share a story from the set. Bugs, it isn't as bad as you remember. Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Executive Producer McG talks about how he first met Eric Kripke and heard the pitch for Supernatural. He shares secrets behind some of the special effects of the episode. Jane McGregor who played Lori Sorenson also joins the episode and shares why they had to do re-shoots and that her dogs didn't get along with Jared's dogs. And of course Rob and Rich crack jokes. Supernatural Then and Now continues with never before heard insights from the cast, crew and producers. Follow Story Mill Media on In...
Jerry Wanek, Production Designer, Producer and Director, shares details about this super gross episode. Rob Benedict, Richard Speight, Jr. and Jerry’s talk about the sewer, the rats, and peeling ones skin off. Here about why most sets had to be built, and how the brothers were almost stuck staying in Motel 6s across the country. Plus, a very special surprise guest calls in. Supernatural Then and Now continues with never heard insights from the cast. Follow Story Mill Media on Instagram: https://...
Hosts Rob and Rich explore Supernatural's "Bloody Mary" episode, featuring candid conversations with key crew members. Phil Sgriccia and Chris Lennertz discuss the challenges of early practical effects, the show's iconic classic rock soundtrack, and the evolution of its overarching family mythology. Jovanna Burke, who played Bloody Mary, shares behind-the-scenes stories of her intense prosthetic makeup and her return for the series finale, highlighting the show's unique blend of horror, family, and fan connection.
Director of Photography Serge Ladouceur talks about the look he developed for the show and shares details about Phantom Traveler with hosts Rob Benedict and Richard Speight, Jr. Also, Serge and Bob Singer talk about working together and with Jared and Jensen. Jensen pops in and shares a funny story about working with Bob as a director. This baby is full! Our Sponsors: * Check out Tecovas: www.tecovas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Bob Singer, Supernatural's 15 year Executive Producer, tells us how he got involved in the show, describes his directing style and shares some great behind-the-scenes stories about shooting with kids and water. Bob spends some time with hosts Rob Benedict and Richard Speight, Jr. remembering Kim Manners, who directed Dead In The Water and a bunch of other episodes but passed away in season 4. Amy Acker who was the guest star in Dead In The Water pops in and tells us some crazy stories about the ...
Jensen Ackles and Jared Padalecki are back again with hosts Rob Benedict and Richard Speight Jr. as our journey continues. The actors behind Sam and Dean Winchester are here to discuss the second episode of Supernatural , season one, “Wendigo,” written by Eric Kripke with a story by Ron Milbauer, and directed by David Nutter. Join Rob, Rich, and the boys, to recall their first episode shot in Vancouver, setting the tone of the show, becoming brothers on-screen and off, the origin of “Saving peop...
In the premiere episode of "Supernatural: Then & Now," hosts Rob Benedict and Richard Speight Jr. welcome stars Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles to revisit the series' pilot. They delve into their unique audition experiences, the instant chemistry that defined their roles as Sam and Dean, and the demanding production of the groundbreaking episode. The conversation also explores Eric Kripke's initial vision, the show's lasting impact, and behind-the-scenes challenges, including practical fire effects.
