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Idling In The Impala | a ride through SPN fandom and fanfiction

Idling In The Impala | a ride through SPN fandom and fanfiction

Written by: Sandra and Kasey | SPN Fandom and FanFic Buddies
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A podcast for lovers of the show Supernatural and the fanfiction Sam and Dean Winchester inspire. Buckle up as your hosts, Sandra and Kasey, interview fanfic authors and creators from every corner of the fandom. You can expect AO3 fic recommendations, discussions on the art of storytelling with fellow writers, podfics, episode rewatches, and discussions of characters and story arcs. If SPN and fanfic intersect, Sandra and Kasey will probably talk about it. SPNFamily, hop in the backseat!Sandra and Kasey | SPN Fandom and FanFic Buddies Art
Episodes
  • Ramble On Podfic - Repodding TheQuietWings
    Feb 20 2026

    Podfic Narration Time – TheQuietWings Repods

    A trio of repods (another narrator’s take on a podfic) of original fics by the amazing and multi-talented Bug! Hope they enjoy the attempt and my interpretation!

    ~ Sandra

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    hunger by TheQuietWings

    Read the story here: https://archiveofourown.org/works/50220796

    Supernatural Fandom

    Teen and Up Audiences

    Graphic Depictions of Violence

    Amara/Dean Winchester

    Summary: Don't take it personally. She wants to eat everyone.

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    before it was sin by TheQuietWings

    Read the story here: https://archiveofourown.org/works/61750501

    Supernatural Fandom

    Teen and Up Audiences

    Dean Winchester/Sam Winchester

    Summary: “Kiss me?”

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    adjustments by TheQuietWings

    Read the story here: https://archiveofourown.org/works/44142157

    Supernatural Fandom

    General Audiences

    Crowley/Dean Winchester & Juliet the Hellhound

    Summary: For the anonymous prompt: Crowley + Dean + Juliet, post canon

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    Sound Effect Used:

    Angel Wings.wav by Thimblerig -- https://freesound.org/s/688751/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0


    Listen to all of Idling in the Impala’s Ramble On Podfics by visiting the https://archiveofourown.org/series/2964867 Podfics in the Impala series.

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    Chapter Timestamps

    00:00:00 Intro

    00:00:03 hunger

    00:01:58 before it was sin

    00:03:52 adjustments

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    6 mins
  • “This would feel really good to say.” Multi-Fandom Podficcer TheQuietWings on Supernatural and Fanfiction Inspiration
    Feb 17 2026
    Bug, known online as quietwingsinthesky, is a renowned writer and podficcer with over 1400 works on AO3, deeply rooted in the Supernatural fandom. Fans of Dean Winchester and Sam Winchester will appreciate Bug's nearly 600 creations inspired by the beloved series. A prolific creator of fanfiction and podfics, Bug doesn't shy away from intense themes such as non-consent and major character deaths, making their work powerful and unforgettable. Join Sandra and Kasey as they dive into the world of Supernatural fanfiction with Bug, exploring their unique creative process and experiences in fandom.You can find Bug on tumblr and AO3.~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks!We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:02:15 - The first fandom that bit Bug00:05:23 - Ship to Ship journey00:06:46 - The Supernatural of it all00:10:52 - Bug’s blorbo00:12:18 - Show thoughts00:14:37 - Lucifer love00:16:00 - Hallucifer00:18:32 - Fave Sam seasons00:20:15 - Archangel spotlight00:23:17 - Mystery Spot00:28:21 - Discovering fanfic00:29:54 - Original writing00:32:05 - Writing style00:34:34 - Exploring themes00:39:32 - Drabble a Day00:41:19 - The start of podficcing00:44:08 - Building up the courage to post a podfic00:45:50 - Choosing a work to podfic00:46:23 - Initial reaction to Bug’s narration00:47:45 - Podficcing behind the scenes00:50:33 - Critiquing your own narration00:52:55 - Production process00:54:48 - Podficcers in Bug’s ear00:55:36 - Fave creations00:57:19 - Major podfic project00:59:46 - The best color01:01:41 - Questions from a fan01:06:35 - Video game tangent01:17:42 - One more fan question01:20:28 - Kasey’s questions01:26:06 - Final thoughts and outro
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • Ranking Our Favorite Sam and Dean Winchester Supernatural Outfits | A Fandom Deep Dive
    Feb 10 2026

    Join Sandra and Kasey as they dive into the world of fandom, ranking their favorite outfits worn by Sam and Dean Winchester in Supernatural. There’s sure to be plenty of discussion and debate about these beloved characters and their clothing choices! Tune in for a fun trip through SPN fandom that celebrates the characters we love!

    This episode requires visual aids. So, if you aren’t watching the video and need to see the presentation, click here for the reference material.

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    We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.

    Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.

    ~~~~~

    TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com

    We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!

    All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast

    Our Discord #backseat Channel.

    Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.

    Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks!

    We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!

    ~~~~~

    Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:

    World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

    ~~~~~

    For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action

    Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)

    Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

    Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)

    ~~~~~

    LGBTQ+ Charities

    Switchboard LGBT UK

    The Trevor Project - USA and Global

    ~~~~~

    Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.

    ~~~

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    1 hr and 15 mins
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