Supernatural Then and Now

Supernatural Then and Now

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. Subscribe for early access, live Q&As, video interviews and the community at https://patreon.com/spnthenandnow Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spnthenandnow/ linktr.ee/spnthenandnow

Episodes

July 28, 2025 35 mins
When Genevieve popped into the interview with Jared it wasn't just 2 minutes it was a half hour! Here is the full conversation where they discuss Genevieve's time on the show, how she was nervous when she started, and why she was always going to Eric Kripke for answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Producer Todd Aronauer returns to the podcast to discuss the return of Castiel. The team also discusses the evolution of the show and behind-the-scenes moments. Rob and Rich forget what amnesia is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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July 14, 2025 32 mins
You know him as Pestilence. However, He became famous as Max Headroom. Hear his stories from the set. Rob is star-struck. www.spnthenandnow.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mary-Ann and Lee Anne worked as graphic designers on Supernatural for all 15 seasons. Hear how they interpreted the scripts, why their names often appear on documents in the series, and details on John Winchester's journal. Rob and Rich learn about curse boxes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Thomas J. Wright directed 18 episodes of Supernatural. He is a living legend who got his start with Alfred Hitchcock and Rod Serling. Rich shadowed him on Supernatural. Rob and Rich learn about serial killers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jared Padalecki returns to the podcast for what might be the longest title of an episode we've ever had. He talks about his fear of clowns. Plus! A surprise guest! You'll never guess who it is. Here is a hint. She lives with Jared. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Production designer and now director Jerry Wanek joins the episode. We dig into the Amazons, the Cobalt Room, and what it is like stepping into the big shoes on set. Rob and Rich learn how Amazons reproduce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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June 9, 2025 57 mins
Supernatural creator Eric Kripke returns to the podcast to talk about the season 5 finale and his exit from the show. He shares with us how he would have ended the series, the episode he always wanted to make, and what the SPN reunion was like on the set of The Boys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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T.V.'s favorite director, Phil Sgriccia, returns to the podcast to share behind-the-scenes stories. Time After Time. This is such a fun episode; Robbie Thompson did an excellent job with the script. Jensen Ackles jumps in for a moment to share some thoughts. Rob and Rich learn the difference between Chronos and Kronos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Kevin McNally joins the podcast. He is a legend of film, tv, and the stage. He gives us the dish on Frank and everything Supernatural. Hear how he pranked the boys before they pranked him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 22, 2025 29 mins
Hear about Jim learning about Bobby's death, how he kept his eventual return secret from fans, and he emotional connection to the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Rob and Rich gush all over this fantastic episode. The episode doesn't have the interview with Jim Beaver yet. We are recording that on Wednesday, but I know that the credits are some people's favorite part of the podcast, so we are publishing what we have for the drop on Saturday, May 17th and will release the interview portion on Thursday, May 22nd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Editor Don Koch joins the podcast for the first episode to feature an editor from the show! Don worked on Supernatural for 11 seasons, so getting his perspective is excellent. Rob and Rich discover the Jersey Devil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Emily Perkins, who played super-fan, Becky Rosen in Supernatural joins the podcast. Hear about her journey as an actor, where she thinks things with Chuck went, and her interpretation of the character. Rob and Rich spend far too much time wondering if Becky ever saw Sam's wiener. www.patreon.com/spnthenandnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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April 28, 2025 62 mins
Co-writer Ben Acker joins the podcast. Ben Acker and Ben Blacker were only on the show for one season, but had a great time there. For a brief period, most of the writers were named Ben. Rob and Rich are surprised Lily Dale and the Fox sisters are real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sean Owen Roberts who played Chet the Leviathan joins the podcast. Hear about his audition with Jensen Ackles, stories about still getting recognized, and even more about nacho cheese. Rob and Rich discover what "slash fiction" is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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It is always such a delight to have a conversation with one of the behind-the-scenes folks who rarely get to share their Supernatural experience. In this episode, we interview Jose Manzano, who was in the Supernatural camera department for all 15 seasons. Rob and "Witch" have mixed opinions about the episode. It's almost like a Supernatural Buffy: The Vampire Slayer with James Marsters and Charisma Carpenter guest starring. www.pa...
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Sound designer Marc Meyer joins the podcast. He worked on all 327 episodes of Supernatural and helped earn it two Emmy nominations. It's great to see Sam use his pre-law skills. Rob and Rich have a new sitcom idea, "Oh, Cyrus!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jensen Ackles returns to the podcast. This time to discuss his second time directing an episode of the series. He shares stories from set about working with Colin Ford and Jewel Staite. Bring your own cheese because this is not cho' cheese. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mark Pellegrino, who famously played Lucifer, returns to the podcast. However, in season 7, is it Lucifer, a hallucination, or something in between? Mark also talks about his early days at conventions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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