Show notes
Jules returns to discuss fanfiction writing! As managing editor of SuperWiki and fanfic author Missyjack, Jules explores fix-its, AUs, and how fanfiction rewrites Supernatural canon. Sandra and Kasey dig into trope language, the role of archives in fandom discovery, and why certain fanfic themes resonate with readers. A deep dive into creative storytelling and fandom resilience.From the SuperWiki site on how to contact if you’re interested in helping to maintain the Wiki: “Any fan is welcome to join the Supernatural Wiki as an editor, just email Jules (she/her), the Supernatural Wiki Managing Editor at [email protected] to get an account created, or with any queries or suggestions for the site.” Reference Doc (External Fic Lists and Links provided by Jules)~~~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!June 30, 2026 is the final day for our Priding in the Impala 2026 Fundraiser!~~~~~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 - Intro00:02:10 - What’s up at SuperWiki00:11:36 - The fandom that got Jules into fanfic00:15:43 - Finding fic in the dawn of the Internet00:20:37 - LiveJournal00:30:54 - Gold Rush of SPN Fic00:33:45 - Reader Insert Early Days00:35:59 - Tops and Bottoms00:38:58 - Fandom fic preference crossover00:41:45 - Context clues and fandom husbandry00:50:50 - Writing outside of fanfic00:56:07 - Jules’ first SPN fanfic01:01:45 - RPF01:05:00 - Any tropes for Jules01:07:37 - Tentacles01:12:47 - Omegaverse01:22:16 - Dalliances with other fandoms01:29:10 - Film to fan delay01:32:05 - A Tech Support Jensen fic by Jules01:39:17 - Fave SPN fanfic authors01:46:12 - Kasey has questions01:49:11 - Final thoughts and outro