In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, we break down “Abyss” (8x09) and Chloe’s heartbreaking transformation into Brainiac. Chloe’s memories glitch, faces blur, Kryptonian code replaces loved ones, and a symbol of doom warns her escape. We discuss Chloe’s slow loss of self and Allison Mack’s portrayal of confusion and fear.

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📒Show Notes and Resources📒

⏱️Time Stamps⏱️

0:00 - Going Back To Smallville 8x9

12:05 - Abyss Review

25:25 - War! What Is It Good For?

32:30 - Continuity

44:00 - Freak of the Week

49:10 - Traitor!

56:15 - Puberty But With Super Powers

57:25 - No Flights, No Tights

1:00:25 - That’s Just Prime

1:08:25 - DCU References

1:12:45 - The Talon Mix

1:13:45 - Countdown to Superman

1:15:45 - Next Time On Smallville - S8x10: Bride

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About this episode:

It’s time to return to where the legend began. Join us as we revisit every episode of *Smallville*, the show that redefined the Superman legacy for a new generation. From Clark Kent’s first days in Smallville to the epic conclusion after ten seasons, we’re covering it all—one week at a time.

Perfect for fans who grew up watching *Smallville* or anyone fascinated by the evolution of Superman, this podcast is your weekly dive into the series that brought the Man of Steel’s origin story to life. Each episode, we break down the plot, rank the “freaks of the week,” dig into the DC references, hunt for Easter eggs, and celebrate the moments that made *Smallville* a cornerstone of superhero television.

Hosted by a married couple who loves geeking out over all things 90s, 00s, and DC Comics, *Going Back to Smallville* is all about keeping things positive, fun, and nostalgic. As part of the "Hopefully Awesome" family, we bring the same humor and enthusiasm that you’ve come to expect from our other shows. So, put on your red and blue, grab your meteor rock detector, and let’s go back to where it all began—one episode at a time!

In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, This week on Going Back to Smallville, we’re heading into Season 8 Episode 8, “Bloodline” — the one where a “simple” package yeets Clark and Lois into the Phantom Zone and suddenly their almost-roommate situation turns into a full-on survival pact. We’re talking about how this one trip to the Zone quietly locks in why they work so well together long before either of them is ready to admit it. From Kara’s big return and sacrifice, to Faora wearing Lois’ face, we dig into how “Bloodline” supercharges the Season 8 big-bad storyline while still feeling like a Clois adventure movie.

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📒Show Notes and Resources📒

⏱️Time Stamps⏱️

0:00 - Going Back To Smallville 8x8

11:50 - Bloodline Review

21:30 - War! What Is It Good For?

39:20 - Continuity

1:01:15 - Freak of the Week

1:04:30 - Puberty But With Super Powers

1:07:00 - No Flights, No Tights

1:08:45 - That’s Just Prime

1:11:45 - DCU References

1:21:30 - Countdown to Superman

1:22:55 - Next Time On Smallville - S8x9: Abyss

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Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Al and Boomer, Jerri Anna, TheBigWolf, Random Rick, Ben Grimm, Andrew Norman, Jonathan Odartei, Evan Peterson, Baboos, Sailor Pandy, and The Great Steve.

Each week Matt and Maggie produce a variety of shows on YouTube and podcast services with a positive nerdy spin. We like to keep things fun and light by simply geeking out over the things we love. If you’re looking for drama and toxicity, we’re not the droids you’re looking for.

⚡️ OTHER PODCASTS:

- My Adventures With Digimon: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVP5p2pU8967qfsjeJYsd9RD

- Sailor Moon Cosmic Power Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVNrrznSoTSD3-F9VR2JEBYi

About this episode:

It’s time to return to where the legend began. Join us as we revisit every episode of *Smallville*, the show that redefined the Superman legacy for a new generation. From Clark Kent’s first days in Smallville to the epic conclusion after ten seasons, we’re covering it all—one week at a time.

Perfect for fans who grew up watching *Smallville* or anyone fascinated by the evolution of Superman, this podcast is your weekly dive into the series that brought the Man of Steel’s origin story to life. Each episode, we break down the plot, rank the “freaks of the week,” dig into the DC references, hunt for Easter eggs, and celebrate the moments that made *Smallville* a cornerstone of superhero television.

In this episode of Going Back to Smallville, we’re talking Smallville Season 8 Episode 7 “Identity,” where Jimmy snaps a “miracle rescue” photo of Clark saving Lois, only to catch a red-and-blue streak that Tess is dying to splash across the Daily Planet’s front page.

Along the way we’re talking Red-Blue Blur mythology, Lois and Clark’s growing chemistry at the Planet, and how season 8’s whole “double identity” theme hits differently now that we live in a world packed with superhero shows and multiverses. Is Chloe justified in crossing that line for Clark? Was Jimmy owed the truth? We’re unpacking it all in this Smallville 8x7 “Identity” recap and discussion.

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📒Show Notes and Resources📒

⏱️Time Stamps⏱️

0:00 - Going Back To Smallville 8x7

10:10 - Identity Review

18:45 - War! What Is It Good For?

25:45 - Continuity

37:15 - Welcome to the Party Pal

39:00 - Freak of the Week

44:40 - Puberty But With Super Powers

46:00 - No Flights, No Tights

47:30 - That’s Just Prime

49:30 - DCU References

57:00 - The Talon Mix

57:50 - Countdown to Superman

1:00:15 - Next Time On Smallville - S8x8: Bloodline

📘Connect With Matt and Maggie

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📱Subscribe and Listen to Going Back To Smallville

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-back-to-smallville/id1616725063

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/07U2AJBm7haOgULimkV259?si=2M-2yfdFRXeE7J2ugMleUw

Smallville Complete Series Boxset - https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln

Superman 4K Boxset - https://amzn.to/49vFVbF

Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Al and Boomer, Jerri Anna, TheBigWolf, Random Rick, Ben Grimm, Andrew Norman, Jonathan Odartei, Evan Peterson, Baboos, Sailor Pandy, and The Great Steve.

Each week Matt and Maggie produce a variety of shows on YouTube and podcast services with a positive nerdy spin. We like to keep things fun and light by simply geeking out over the things we love. If you’re looking for drama and toxicity, we’re not the droids you’re looking for.

⚡️ OTHER PODCASTS:

- My Adventures With Digimon: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVP5p2pU8967qfsjeJYsd9RD

- Sailor Moon Cosmic Power Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVNrrznSoTSD3-F9VR2JEBYi

About this episode:

It’s time to return to where the legend began. Join us as we revisit every episode of *Smallville*, the show that redefined the Superman legacy for a new generation. From Clark Kent’s first days in Smallville to the epic conclusion after ten seasons, we’re covering it all—one week at a time.

Perfect for fans who grew up watching *Smallville* or anyone fascinated by the evolution of Superman, this podcast is your weekly dive into the series that brought the Man of Steel’s origin story to life. Each episode, we break down the plot, rank the “freaks of the week,” dig into the DC references, hunt for Easter eggs, and celebrate the moments that made *Smallville* a cornerstone of superhero television.