Join hosts Nate McWhortor and Krissy Lenz as they dive into Supernatural Season 7, Episode 3, “The Girl Next Door”—directed by none other than Jensen Ackles himself! In this episode of Gank That Drank, they break down this controversial episode while sipping along to their carefully crafted drinking game rules.
This episode explores Sam’s past connection with a kitsune named Amy Pond (played by Jewel Staite from Firefly), whom he encounters again years later. While Sam believes Amy deserves mercy since she only killed to save her sick son, Dean makes a shocking decision behind Sam’s back that raises questions about character consistency and morality in the Supernatural universe.
Krissy and Nate don’t hold back their criticism of certain aspects, particularly questioning Dean’s uncharacteristic actions and the problematic medical details (that cast over Dean’s jeans!). They also highlight the episode’s exploration of moral gray areas, the “freak” identity both Sam and Amy share, and Dean’s troubling interaction with Amy’s son.
Episode Highlights:
- Jensen Ackles’ directorial debut for the series
- Young Sam’s first meeting with Amy and their connection as “freaks”
- The appearance of Jewel Staite as Amy Pond (a Doctor Who reference)
- Dean’s questionable character decision that contradicts his growth
- Introduction of Leviathans and their nacho cheese obsession
- The hosts’ drinking game rules including “take a drink for Leviathans” and “take a shot for gank”
- Discussion of Dean’s broken/dislocated leg and the problematic prop cast
- Bobby’s rescue mission and cabin hideout
- Sam’s hallucinations of Lucifer continuing
The hosts wrap up by previewing their next episode covering Season 11, Episode 23, “Alpha and Omega,” and teasing bonus content about their top three sexiest monsters in pop culture for their members at TruStory FM.
Whether you’re a die-hard Supernatural fan or just enjoy drinking games with your TV shows, this podcast offers an entertaining deep dive into one of the series’ most morally complex episodes. Tune in for laughs, insights, and of course, drinks!
