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Baby, the Impala, arguably one of the most iconic objects in the Supernatural universe, has captured the hearts of the fandom alongside Dean Winchester himself. Known as a genuine comfort character and home for the Winchester brothers, Baby’s lore and significance in the show make her a fan favorite. In this episode, Sandra and Kasey dive deep into Baby's place in the series, sharing fun facts and discussing her impact on not only the characters but also on the wider Supernatural fandom. Whether you're a longtime SPN watcher or a fanfic enthusiast, this discussion offers rich insights into one of the fandom’s most cherished icons.Link to Most Awesome Episode Reference Doc (compiled by Kasey)~~~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 ([email protected])!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 - Intro00:02:23 - One of our most beloved characters00:04:52 - What Baby could have been00:15:13 - Supernatural history00:23:56 - Dean (and Jensen’s) relationship with Baby00:28:23 - How many Impala’s were on the show00:31:19 - The episode devoted to her00:33:20 - Why Sam doesn’t drive the Impala much00:39:15 - You feel her absence00:46:18 - Baby’s raised the value of vintage Impalas00:47:17 - The magic of sound effects00:51:38 - Supporting vehicles on SPN00:53:50 - These cars wish they were Baby01:00:57 - Final thoughts and outro
