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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Latest episodes
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Spotlight on Gil McKinney
Gil McKinney played Henry Winchester in Supernatural and The Winchesters. He joins the podcast to discuss playing the character, a different role he originally auditioned
Sep 14 50 min
Blade Runners with Jimmy Pickel (S9EP16)
Editor Jimmy Pickel (not to be confused with Rich's friend for high-school) returns to the podcast. Hear about balancing humor and drama, Phil bringing down the hammer, a
Sep 7 1 h 16 min
#thinman with Jenny Klein (S9EP15)
Writer Jenny Klein joins the podcast for this scary episode of Supernatural. Hear her story about starting as a writer production assistant, the origins of this idea, and
Aug 31 1 h 01 min
Replay: Spotlight on Eric Kripke
Rich has been pretty wrapped up with shooting a movie over the past 2 weeks, so we weren't able to record a new episode for today. Please enjoy this flashback to when we
Aug 24 55 min
Captives with Jerry Wanek (S9EP14)
Jerry Wanek returns to the podcast to chat about this episode he directed. The group discusses the Men of Letters bunker, the return of Osric Chau and Lauren Tom, and Jer
Aug 17 58 min
The Purge with Phil Sgriccia (S9EP13)
Phil Sgriccia returns to the podcast to discuss the only episode he directed in Season 9. He shares stories of putting Sam and Dean in a new setting, introducing a new mo
Aug 10 1 h 01 min
Sharp Teeth with DJ Qualls (S9EP12)
DJ Qualls (Garth) returns to the podcast to talk about his role as Garth. He shares behind the scenes stories about scheduling issues with Man In The High Castle, challen
Aug 3 1 h 09 min
First Born with Tim Omundson (S9EP11)
Timothy Omundson (Cain) joins the podcast for his debut episode. Hear about how he channeled Bruce Lee, his college days with Rich, and why conventions & fans are so impo
Jul 27 1 h 14 min
Road Trip with Bob Singer (S9EP10)
We always love a heavy mythology episode, and who better to bring it all together than executive producer Bob Singer. He directs this episode where all comes to a head wi
Jul 20 55 min
Holy Terror with Eugenie Ross-Leming & Brad Buckner (S9EP9)
Writers Eugenie Ross-Leming & Brad Buckner return to the podcast to share great behind-the-scenes stories of this heavy mythology episode. There is so much going on in th
Jul 13 55 min
Rock and a Hard Place with Kim Rhodes (S9EP8)
We are so excited to welcome Kim Rhodes (Sheriff Jody Mills) back to the podcast. She shares why this might not be her favorite episode, the joy of doing your own stunts,
Jul 6 58 min
Bad Boys with Adam Glass (S9EP7)
Writer Adam Glass returns to the podcast to discuss this awesome Dean-backstory episode. Adam shares where the idea came from, why it was important to the franchise, and
Jun 29 1 h 04 min
Heaven Can't Wait with Robert Berens (S9EP6)
Writer Robert Berens joins the podcast. Bob is a major architect of the show in seasons 9-15. He tells us how he got involved in the show, the challenges of coming up wit
Jun 22 1 h 03 min
Dog Dean Afternoon with Tim Andrew (S9EP5)
Director Tim Andrew makes his first appearance on the podcast. Tim directed 6 episodes of Supernatural. Hear about the joy of working with dogs, the antics on the set, an
Jun 15 1 h 06 min
Slumber Party with Todd Aronauer (S9EP4)
Producer Todd Aronauer returns to the show to talk season 9 and The Wizard of Oz. Learn what a bottle episode is, hear about shooting at the Men of Letters Bunker, and ge
Jun 8 52 min
I'm No Angel with Misha Collins (S9EP3)
Misha Collins returns to the podcast! He discusses Castiel being more human, feeling secure as a series regular on the show, and the SPN reunion on The Boys. This episode
Jun 1 54 min
Devil May Care with Alaina Huffman (S9EP2)
Alaina Huffman joins the podcast to talk all things Abbadon. She plays one bad-ass knight from hell! Hear about stunt double hands, being naked in a tub, and cool costume
May 25 50 min
I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here with Tahmoh Penikett (S9EP1)
Tahmoh Penikett joins the podcast to talk about Ezekiel (and maybe another character). Tahmoh talks about his journey as an actor, meet fans at conventions, and Jared's i
May 18 1 h 05 min
FLASHBACK to In My Time of Dying with Jensen Ackles and Jeffrey Dean Morgan (S2EP1.2)
Here is a flashback to season 2, episode 1.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Jensen Ackles join Richard Speight Jr. and Rob Benedict for the launch of Season 2 of the podcast. T
May 11 1 h 02 min
[REDACTED] S1E1: False Start (Part 1)
This is a new podcast we want to put on your radar!
Introducing [REDACTED]; from Athan (The Grotto) and Jamie Petronis (The Cellar Letters)
Following the death of his t
May 4 21 min
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A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.
I love Supernatural, and the only thing better than replaying the episodes for myself is seeing it in the eyes of people watching for the first time. It is so fun to hear their reactions and commentary on these lovely people who they are lucky enough to call their friends. It’s also fun to listen to their speculation of what will happen next and know they are wrong, because Supernatural is wonderfully unpredictable. Admittedly, I wanted to hear from J2 behind the scenes, which this podcast delivers when it can, but I have come to love hearing about the minutiae that all comes together to make the show. It is really eye opening to find out about these talents and imagine what the show would be without their valuable contributions. It all goes to show that the entire production, and not just the J2 combo, is truly lightening in a bottle. Can’t wait to listen to more.
Dee Dee 46 · May 2025
BIG TIME SPN fan and BIG TIME fan of this podcast. Been listening since the beginning, only just now realized how easy it is to leave a review(sorry it took so long!!) I absolutely LOVE the detail and behind the scenes magic yall get into. It truly fills the SPN sized hole in my heart!! The laughs, the unfettered reviews, the detail, everything about this is amazing! Thank you guys so much for doing this!! I love yall!!!!
Carolshuf · Apr 2025
Rob and Rich bring more of their signature charm and humor to this fun recap-rewatch-episodic review podcast. If you’ve ever watched Supernatural, this is a delightful way to get more of two awesome personalities from the cast. And if you haven’t, this is a great companion podcast to listen to as you watch the show for the first time. Finally, if you’ve ever been to a Supernatural convention, this dynamic will give you more of that satisfying feeling of being with your favorite cast for a fun hour or more. Highly recommend. Oh, and for those interested in “how the sausage is made” and behind the scenes info, you can learn SO much from the hosts and their guests who range from crew members to production designers to sound designers and engineers to directors. It’s a wonderfully insightful way to learn about the magic of episodic television production.
Write Softly · Dec 2024
I have a few (3-4) staple podcasts in my library and I don’t know what I would do without Supernatural: Then & Now. Even if I weren’t a super fan of the show, the ridiculousness and hilarity of Rich & Rob provides me with so much joy! Absolutely a must listen every week!
LetLuvRul · Dec 2024
These guys have the pull to get well know guests, but it’s hard to listen to - contrast with Ghostfacers, which is headed by two hardcore fans of the show, not a couple of guys looking for something to do during COVID. Ghostfacers is funny, witty and intelligent. Give that one a listen.
gatogordot · Oct 2024
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