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Going Back To Smallville

Hopefully Awesome

Join Matt and Maggie on their weekly re-watch of Smallvile for a Hopefully Awesome podcast. Every week we’ll breakdown the plot, rank the Freak of the Week, discuss Easter-eggs, and just have a general discussion of Smallville. No Flights, No Tights, No Problem. Get access to extended episodes and exclusive shows at Patreon.com/hopefullyawesome Thanks for listening and, as always, have a Hopefully Awesome day!

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01:04:29

Prey

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/11/25

In this week’s episode of Going Back to Smallville, we dive into one of the creepiest turns the series has ever taken — and it’s all centered around Davis Bloome. From Chloe’s counseling circle to shadowy alley attacks and bloody wake-ups with no memory, this episode had major horror energy. We break down Clark’s trust issues, Chloe’s growing bond with Davis, and that one scene that had us shouting at the screen. Is Davis the monster… or just the beginning of something even darker?GET YOUR 30 DAY

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01:07:46

Committed

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/11/18

In this week’s episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re diving into one of the most unforgettable turning points in the Clark and Lois story: the moment where feelings start slipping through the cracks, and everything changes. From a hilariously awkward hangover to a fake engagement gone way too real, we’re breaking down the love tests, surprise confessions, and that electric “Yes” that had us screaming at the screen. Join us as we relive every twist, every awkward elevator moment, and ask the big

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01:23:47

Instinct

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/11/17

In this week’s episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re diving into the wild ride that is Instinct! Trust us, this one gets spicy. We’re talking alien queens, soulmates, and the kiss that nearly sent Clark over the edge (literally). From Chloe’s heartbreaking letter reveal to Lois walking in on Maxima mid-smooch, there’s a lot to unpack… including what this moment meant for Clois, Chlimmy, and Clark’s entire arc. Join us as we revisit all the chaos, character beats, and comic book callbacks that

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01:12:35

Toxic

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/11/11

In this week’s episode of Going Back to Smallville, we dive into one of Oliver Queen’s most intense storylines yet — a poisoned billionaire, a fever dream island flashback, and the wild origin of his connection with Tess Mercer. We’re breaking down the emotional weight, the character reveals, and that brutal final twist. Plus, we talk Chloe’s growing powers, Lois and Clark’s complicated almost-something, and whether this was the moment Oliver truly became the Green Arrow we know and love. Grab your

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00:51:45

Plastique

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/10/28

In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re diving into Clark Kent’s first official day at the Daily Planet — and the moment his dynamic with Lois really starts to shift. We talk about that phone booth scene, the early sparks of their relationship, and how this episode sets the stage for one of Smallville’s best duos. Plus, we get into our favorite moments, character arcs, and what it was like seeing Tess Mercer step into Lex’s shoes. If you’re rewatching Smallville with us, you’re in for a

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01:06:30

Odyssey

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/10/21

In this week’s episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re diving into the Season 8 premiere — and wow, this one feels like a whole new show. From new villains to a brand new vibe at the Daily Planet, everything about this episode screams fresh start. We talk about how Smallville hit the reset button (in the best way possible), why Clark’s journey finally feels like it’s moving toward Superman, and how this season opener reignited our love for the series. If you dropped off somewhere around Season 6

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01:40:50

Superman Returns

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/10/01

In this week’s episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re taking a detour from Kansas and heading to Metropolis for a deep dive into Superman Returns (2006). From Brandon Routh’s quiet strength to Lex’s land-grab of doom, we’re revisiting the film that tried to carry the legacy of Christopher Reeve into a new era. Did it work? Was the world ready for Superman’s return… or had it already moved on? Join us as we unpack the emotional weight, the iconic plane rescue, and that piano scene — and ask the

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01:45:46

Season 7 Review and Bonus Features

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/09/25

In this week’s episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re diving into one of the most baffling hours of the entire series. From weird plot choices to character decisions that made us yell at the screen, this one had it all — and not in a good way. But somewhere under the chaos, there’s still heart, Kryptonian drama, and that unmistakable early-2000s CW charm. Let’s unpack what went wrong, what still works, and why Kara Zor-El deserved way more than this.GET YOUR 30 DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME

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01:40:43

Arctic

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/09/17

In the Season 7 finale of Smallville, everything changes. Lex Luthor discovers the truth about Clark, confronts him in the Fortress of Solitude, and makes a decision that collapses not just a crystal palace — but the very heart of the show. As Brainiac reveals his true face, Chloe is taken, Kara is lost, and Clark is left broken in more ways than one. This episode marks the end of Lex’s journey… and the death of the Smallville we knew. Join us as we revisit the final chapter of Clark and Lex’s

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01:08:36

Quest

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/09/10

Clark is captured by the last surviving member of Veritas, a secret society that believes Superman’s power is too dangerous to exist. As Lex uncovers ancient clues hidden across the globe, Clark is forced onto a sacrificial altar, weakened by kryptonite and caught in a battle between destiny and destruction. With Chloe racing against time and Lex one step closer to unlocking the Traveler’s secret, everything Clark’s been fighting for is on the line. What happens when the people sworn to protect you…

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01:34:21

Apocalypse

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/08/27

In this week’s episode of Going Back to Smallville, Clark wakes up in a world where he never became Superman — and everything is wrong. Chloe’s engaged, Lex is President, and no one even remembers Lana Lang. As Clark searches for answers, he’s pulled into a race against time, a nuclear war, and a familiar face with a dangerous agenda: Brainiac. From alternate timelines to the exploding skies of Krypton, this is one of Smallville’s boldest episodes ever — and Clark’s biggest challenge yet.GET YOUR 30

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01:12:39

Sleeper

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/08/21

In this week’s episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re diving into the spy mission that pushed Jimmy and Chloe to the brink and why this part of Jimmy’s arc still doesn’t sit right with us. From NSA briefcases to trust-breaking betrayals, we unpack the emotional weight behind one of Smallville’s most ambitious (and confusing) detours. If you’ve ever loved Jimmy Olsen… but felt like the show let him down, this one’s for you.GET YOUR 30 DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/4cC1JEf

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02:03:18

Descent

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/08/13

In this week’s Going Back to Smallville rewatch, we reach one of the most shocking and emotional turning points in the entire series: the day Lionel Luthor falls, and Lex takes a step he can never undo. We break down every twist of the episode, from Clark discovering Lionel’s final Kryptonian message to Lex’s haunting visions of his younger self. Was this always Lex’s destiny, or could things have been different? Join us as we revisit the heartbreak, betrayal, and legacy that changed Smallville

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01:21:11

Veritas

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/08/06

This week on Going Back to Smallville, Brainiac unleashes his most devastating attack yet — leaving Lana catatonic, Kara torn, and Clark shattered. We dive deep into the emotional fallout, the shocking twists behind Patricia Swann’s murder, and the moment that may have broken the Clark and Lana fandom for good. From hidden Veritas secrets to one of the series’ most heartbreaking endings, this episode changes everything. Join us as we revisit the pain, the power, and the legacy of Smallville’s most

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01:25:19

Traveler

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/07/30

This week on Going Back to Smallville, we’re diving into one of the biggest lore drops of the entire series. Clark is locked up, Kara gets her memories back, and we finally learn the truth about Veritas (a secret society that’s been watching him since day one). Is Lionel really trying to protect him? Is Lex too far gone? And what happens when Clark’s greatest threat… used to be his ally? Let’s talk about it.GET YOUR 30 DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME HERE 👉 https://amzn.to/4cC1JEf ****** Support the

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01:32:09

Hero

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/07/23

This week on Going Back to Smallville we’re talking about the infamous gum episode. Pete Ross returns with stretchy powers, kryptonite chewing gum is apparently a thing, and OneRepublic is somehow involved. It’s weird, it’s wild, and we’re breaking down why this might be the most bizarre episode of Smallville ever made — and whether it deserves the hate or secretly rules.We dive into character arcs, DCU references, behind-the-scenes trivia, and why this moment still hits all these years later.GET

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01:35:25

Fracture

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/07/16

This week on Going Back to Smallville we’re talking about the episode where Clark literally goes inside Lex’s mind. It’s weird and emotional and somehow still one of the best explorations of their friendship. We get into all of it from Chloe’s big moment to Kara’s memory loss to the question we keep coming back to. Was there ever really hope for Lex?We dive into character arcs, DCU references, behind-the-scenes trivia, and why this moment still hits all these years later.GET YOUR 30 DAY FREE TRIAL

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01:43:07

Superman (2025) Review

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/07/15

In this emotional and action-packed Superman story, Lex Luthor pulls the strings from behind the scenes, Superman finds strength not just in the sun, but in Krypto, Lois, and the people who believe in him. From pocket universes to rooftop kisses, this one’s got it all — and we’re breaking it down with all the nerdy love and heartfelt joy it deserves. Is this the best Superman story in years? Let’s talk about it. 💙🦸‍♂️We dive into character arcs, DCU references, behind-the-scenes trivia, and why

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01:36:55

Siren

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/07/02

As Oliver and Lois finally come face to face, a new threat makes her presence known: a mysterious blonde in leather with a scream that can shatter glass (and maybe hearts). In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, we dive into one of the most action-packed, emotionally messy episodes yet—featuring rooftop rescues, secret identities, and a moment between Clark and Lana that might change everything.We dive into character arcs, DCU references, behind-the-scenes trivia, and why this moment still

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01:37:49

Persona

Going Back To Smallville ·

2025/06/25

In this emotional episode of Going Back to Smallville, we unpack the mid-season premiere “Persona” (S7E10), where Lana believes she’s closer to Clark than ever — only to discover she’s been living with Bizarro the whole time. With Clark frozen in the Fortress and Brainiac making a dangerous return, the real Clark must rescue Dax-Ur and reclaim his life… and maybe Lana’s heart. This one’s got deception, identity crises, and a gut-punch ending that changes everything.We dive into character arcs, DCU

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