Tread Perilously is a podcast in which hosts Erik Amaya and author Justin Robinson watch the “worst” episodes of popular TV shows, attempting to determine if they would continue to watch the series based on the most off-key moments.

This Week: Smallville‘s “Spell”

Tread Perilously‘s month of witches continues with the Smallville episode “Spell.”

When Lana successfully bids on an old book off eBay, she is quickly possessed by Isabella, her witch-inclined ancestor. Like Lex, she also seeks the Stones of Power and will stop at nothing — not even death — to get them. Isabella soon houses the spirits of her coven in the bodies of Chloe and Lois, but will plans for Chloe’s 18th birthday interfere with the witches’ goals? Or will it turn out to be the perfect cover for their search? Meanwhile, Clark is anticipating a visit from the Princeton recruiter and a wild Jensen Ackles appears.

Justin and Erik admit Tom Welling is a good-looking man, but aren’t willing to give him much else. The Stones of Power give Erik all the excuse he needs to talk about Middle-earth. The oughty-ness of the proceedings lead the pair into the weeds with discussion of Homer’s vision quest on The Simpsons, Michael Mann, and, of course, Rome. Justin is convinced Smallville‘s big problem is its attempt to be Buffy The Vampire Slayer. The theme song is compared to the infamous Enterprise tune. Technical difficulties suggest the presence of Isabella in the studio, and Justin turns out to be the #1 fan of an unlikely movie.

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