Wendigo (1x2)

Berly and LA recap and discuss the season one Supernatural episode, Wendigo. Over drinks, they'll discuss lore, gore, and what they adore about the Winchesters and their adventures. Now, let's get tipsy!  CW/TW for violent and lewd commentary; listeners beware! 🔞

Summary: In the "Wendigo" episode of "Supernatural," Sam and Dean Winchester investigate the disappearance of three campers in Black Ridge, Colorado. They discover a Wendigo, a creature that craves human flesh and can mimic voices. The brothers use Molotov cocktails to burn the Wendigo, saving the survivors. The episode explores the Wendigo's cultural and historical context, linking it to a psychosis among indigenous peoples. The discussion also touches on the Donner Party, a group of pioneers who resorted to cannibalism during a winter ordeal. The episode highlights the Winchesters' family business of hunting supernatural entities and their commitment to saving people.

Resources:

• https://supernatural.fandom.com/wiki/Wendigo
• https://gizmodo.com/wendigo-psychosis-the-probably-fake-disease-that-turns-5946814
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donner_Party

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