
Subtext and Chakrams
A look at each episode of Xena, starting with season 1 and delving into the good, the bad, and the subtext. No spoilers for future episodes, so feel free to follow along each week!
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Feb 21, 2023 • 1h 54min
Subtext & Chakrams: Xena Episode 6x22 - A Friend in Need Part 2
Thank you dear listeners for going on this journey with us. Please join us one more time as we discuss season six episode twenty two of Xena Warrior Princess, "A Friend in Need Part 2." Email us at subtextandchakrams@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @subtextchakrams Catherine: @CMeushaw Ashley: @Outspokenly_Shy Lisa: @LisaBarnum

Jan 24, 2023 • 1h 37min
Subtext & Chakrams: Xena Episode 6x21 - A Friend in Need Part 1
This week, Xena and Gabrielle head to Japan (or Japa) at the request of Xena's ghostly ex-girlfriend. Join us as we discuss season six episode twenty one of Xena Warrior Princess, "A Friend in Need Part 1." Email us at subtextandchakrams@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @subtextchakrams Catherine: @CMeushaw Ashley: @Outspokenly_Shy Lisa: @LisaBarnum

Dec 27, 2022 • 1h 23min
Subtext & Chakrams: Xena Episode 6x20 - Soul Possession
This week, we get the answer to the question we only kind of asked, "How did Gabrielle survive the fall with Hope?" Join us as we struggle through season six, episode twenty of Xena Warrior Princess, "Soul Possession." Email us at subtextandchakrams@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @subtextchakrams Catherine: @CMeushaw Ashley: @Outspokenly_Shy Lisa: @LisaBarnum

Nov 29, 2022 • 1h 56min
Subtext & Chakrams: Xena Episode 6x19 - Many Happy Returns
Mari, a special guest, joins the hosts to discuss Xena Episode 6x19 - Many Happy Returns. Topics include symbolism, dialogue, and comedy in the episode, an actor's performance, misidentifications, character reveals, Aphrodite's character growth, the difference between headcanon and fanon, Zena trying to convince she is a god, rescue and complications in the episode, Gabriel's guilt, and social media and future topics.

Nov 1, 2022 • 2h 32min
Subtext & Chakrams: Xena Episode 6x18 - When Fates Collide
Subtext and Chakrams podcast discusses Season 6 Episode 18 of Xena titled 'When Fates Collide' with special guest Devon. They talk about the episode's plot, characters, and romantic undertones between Xena and Gabrielle. They also touch on controversial topics like a Super Bowl halftime incident and speculation on the impact of character crucifixions. The hosts wrap up by sharing upcoming topics and where to find their podcast on social media.

Oct 18, 2022 • 1h 25min
Subtext & Chakrams: Xena Episode 6x17 - Last of the Centaurs
This week, Ephiny returns to us in ghost form to ask Xena and Gabrielle for help saving her son, Xenan. Join us as we discuss centaur logistics and season six, episode seventeen of Xena Warrior Princess, "Last of the Centaurs." Email us at subtextandchakrams@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @subtextchakrams Catherine: @CMeushaw Ashley: @Outspokenly_Shy Lisa: @LisaBarnum

Oct 4, 2022 • 1h 7min
Subtext & Chakrams: Xena Episode 6x16 - Send in the Clones
This week, a group of Xenites plus reincarnated Alti clone Xena and Gabrielle. Join us as we discuss season six, episode sixteen of Xena Warrior Princess, "Send in the Clones." Email us at subtextandchakrams@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @subtextchakrams Catherine: @CMeushaw Ashley: @Outspokenly_Shy Lisa: @LisaBarnum

Sep 20, 2022 • 1h 36min
Subtext & Chakrams: Xena Episode 6x15 - To Helicon and Back
This week, a whole bunch of Amazons were massacred because the writers hated joy. Join us as we discuss season six, episode fifteen of Xena Warrior Princess, "To Helicon and Back." Email us at subtextandchakrams@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @subtextchakrams Catherine: @CMeushaw Ashley: @Outspokenly_Shy Lisa: @LisaBarnum

Aug 23, 2022 • 1h 28min
Subtext & Chakrams: Xena Episode 6x14 - Path of Vengeance
This week, Xena and Gabrielle work to save Eve, who returns to Amazon lands and is tried for her crimes. Join us as we discuss season six, episode fourteen of Xena Warrior Princess, "Path of Vengeance." Email us at subtextandchakrams@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @subtextchakrams Catherine: @CMeushaw Ashley: @Outspokenly_Shy Lisa: @LisaBarnum

Aug 9, 2022 • 1h 18min
Subtext & Chakrams: Xena Episode 6x13 - You Are There
This week, Xena and Gabrielle are harassed by a reporter determined to prove Xena hasn't changed while they race to restore love to the world. Join us as we discuss season six, episode thirteen of Xena Warrior Princess, "You Are There." Email us at subtextandchakrams@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @subtextchakrams Catherine: @CMeushaw Ashley: @Outspokenly_Shy Lisa: @LisaBarnum
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