Episodes
The highly anticipated Riverdale Season 7 trailer is here, and we're breaking down all the big moments on our Riverdale podcast. With the gang back in the 1950s, will they have peachy keen sock hops? Or unhinged orgies? From Ethel (maybe) chopping up Archie, to Veronica and Jughead kissing (???) to Old Man Blowing Out Match, we're discussing all the wild scenes and speculating wildly. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON APPLE, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER,...
Published 03/03/23
It's a Riverdale After Dark special report as we react to the news of the Riverdale Season 7 premiere and series finale dates. That's right: Riverdale Season 7 premieres on Wednesday, March 29 at 9pm ET, and the series finale airs on Wednesday, August 23 at 9pm ET. Plus, we break down the new synopsis for Riverdale Season 7, and what it might mean for the beloved residents of The Town With Pep. Riverdale Season 7 synopsis: The seventh season of RIVERDALE goes where no season of RIVERDALE has...
Published 01/14/23
We're back with another special episode of Riverdale After Dark, interviewing Co-Executive Producer and Director Gabriel Correa. What's it like to direct on Riverdale, particularly with key episodes like FP's birthday (aka the Choni sex scene episode), the goodbye to Fred Andrews, the Jughead Paradox and the Season 6 finale? And more importantly: which ship is his favorite to direct? We answer all of that (well, some of that) on this in depth interview episode. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER...
Published 10/13/22
On a special bonus episode of our Riverdale podcast, we're interviewing Nana Rose Blossom herself, Barbara Wallace! Discover how Wallace got her start in acting, how the character of Nana Rose has evolved over the years, and whether she'll be coming back for the final season. Plus much, much more. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON APPLE, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON. The theme music for Riverdale After Dark...
Published 09/12/22
The Season 6 finale of Riverdale is here, and we're asking you to spend five more minutes listening to our recap of "Chapter One Hundred And Seventeen: Night Of The Comet". With Percival Pickens' curse causing Bailey's Comet to hurtle straight for the town, it's up to our heroes to stop it however they can. But first, some big moves happen with Betty and Archie, Cheryl and Toni reconnect, Jughead and Tabitha go on one epic date, and then the biggest twist of all happens, plunging us right...
Published 08/01/22
It's time for the final battle with Percival Pickens as we recap Riverdale Season 6, Episode 21 "Chapter One Hundred And Sixteen: The Stand". With Bailey's Comet rapidly approaching, it's up to the Riverdale gang to fight back the only way they know how: gang warfare. And as the battle rages, the dead return, more people die, and things get wildly out of control - even more so than usual. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON APPLE, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER,...
Published 07/26/22
Percival Pickens's origin is revealed on Riverdale Season 6, Episode 20 "Chapter One Hundred And Fifteen: Return to Rivervale". With Reggie, Kevin and Mr. Mantle's lives on the line, it's up to the gang to split up and figure out just what Percival wants, once and for all. Jughead and Tabitha take a wild trip over to Rivervale, thanks to Jughead's new powers. Cheryl discovers some surprising information thanks to Jason. Betty and Polly reconnect, leading to a new status quo for the younger...
Published 07/18/22
Sabrina Spellman is back on this week's Riverdale, and she's brought company on Season 6, Episode 19 "Chapter One Hundred And Fourteen: The Witches of Riverdale". With half the town dead, it's up to Veronica, Betty, Cheryl and Tabitha to hit the witch training, head to Heaven, and bring everyone back to life. Along the way, we get some major revelations about the end of Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, this season of Riverdale, and big teases for what might have in Season 7. SUBSCRIBE TO...
Published 07/11/22
Pretty much everyone dies as we recap Riverdale Season 6 Episode 18 "Chapter One Hundred and Thirteen: Biblical". It's time for Toni and Fangs's wedding, but the town might not survive thanks to a series of plagues called down by Percival Pickens. While most of the gang tries to fight back, Jughead is dealing with some surprising, free burgers in the bunker - and visitors from Rivervale. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON APPLE, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER,...
Published 06/27/22
It's time for Riverdale's annual musical episode and it's a killer one as we recap Season 6, Episode 17 "Chapter One Hundred And Twelve: American Psychos". With TBK still on the loose, Betty and Veronica team up to launch a serial killer convention in the casino in order to lure him out. Meanwhile, Cheryl finds out Toni and Fangs are getting married and doesn't take it very well. And Archie and Tabitha deal with Percival Pickens' latest attempt to finish his railroad. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE...
Published 06/13/22
Archie and Tabitha try to set up a union to stop Percival Pickens' ghost train on Riverdale Season 6, Episode 16, "Chapter One Hundred And Eleven: Blue Collar". While Archie deals with the unionization, Cheryl learns how to turn invisible, thanks to Heather, and Veronica helps Betty suck the blood out of her brother. And in between all that, Toni and Fangs fight with Kevin for custody of Baby Anthony. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON APPLE, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US...
Published 05/30/22
Ghosts are real, but we've got even bigger problems than that on Riverdale Season 6, Episode 15, "Chapter One Hundred And Ten: Things That Go Bump In The Night". Archie and Tabitha team up to try and move Pop's, but a ghostly presence is making it impossible. Meanwhile, Jughead and Veronica team up for a little magic... And a little memory erasing. Betty tries to figure out why she's seeing auras. And while Toni and Fangs start to head towards a breaking point, Cheryl grows closer with her...
Published 05/23/22
Things get positively toxic as we recap the latest episode of Riverdale, Season 6, Episode 14 "Chapter One Hundred And Nine: Venomous". When Veronica discovers that she's coursing with poison, she decides to take matters into her own hands. Meanwhile, Archie poisons himself with some palladium soup, thanks to Cheryl. And Betty and Jughead team up to take a deep dive into her memories. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON ITUNES, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER,...
Published 05/16/22
Everyone in Riverdale deals with the most horrifying thing they can imagine: overdue library books, as we break down "Chapter One Hundred And Eight: Ex-Libris". When Percival shuts down the Riverdale library, he comes after everyone's checked out books, and collects collateral, leading to the whole gang confronting their traumas. From the return of some old faces, to some surprising new relationships -- and powers -- we discuss it all. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON ITUNES, ANDROID,...
Published 05/09/22
Everyone in town is lost in the fog as we recap Riverdale "Chapter One Hundred And Seven: In The Fog" on the podcast. With a weather event keeping everyone inside, the couples finally have conversations about what's been weighing on them with surprising results. Jughead and Tabitha deal with a time travel related secret. Cheryl welcomes back her mother. Reggie and Veronica reach a turning point. Toni and Fangs grapple with how to raise Baby Anthony, while Kevin remeets Moose. And Betty and...
Published 05/02/22
Tabitha Tate takes a trip through time as we recap Riverdale Season 6, Episode 11 "Chapter One Hundred And Six: Angels In America". After Percival Pickens tries to take care of Tabitha for good, she finds herself tumbling through the most racist periods in Riverdale's history, guided by helpful angels and ultimately revealing the apocalyptic stakes of the season. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON ITUNES, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK....
Published 04/25/22
Archie tries to become the toughest man alive as we recap the latest episode of Riverdale, "Chapter One Hundred And Five: Folk Heroes". With Percival Pickens' hold on the town growing stronger, Jughead hatches a plan to make Archie into a folk hero for the town. Meanwhile, Cheryl starts burning up. And Toni and Tabitha team up to save their businesses. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON ITUNES, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR...
Published 04/18/22
Percival Pickens is coming for the town of Riverdale, but can Betty, Archie and Jughead stop him on "Chapter One Hundred And Four: The Serpent's Gambit"? Toni is targeted by the town's latest villain, but thankfully has Tabitha on her side. Meanwhile, Abigail has designs on the superpowered trio, but will they turn the tables? Reggie and Veronica hit a road-bump thanks to Reggie's dad. And what about Kevin, Alice and the rest? So much happens in this bonkers hour, so let's break it all...
Published 04/12/22
Percival Pickens makes his move and sets up a battle for Riverdale's soul as we recap Season 6, Episode 8 "Chapter One Hundred And Three: The Town". Cheryl is trapped in a dreamscape, and it's up to Britta to rescue her. Meanwhile, Archie tries to stop Percival from getting rid of the town's homeless population with the help of Toni and Tabitha. And Veronica and Reggie try very hard to not do scams. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON ITUNES, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON...
Published 04/04/22
It's time to say goodbye to Hiram Lodge as our Riverdale podcast recaps "Chapter One Hundred And Two: Death At A Funeral". With her daddykins dead, Veronica welcomes back Hermione and Abuelita, but not without complications. Meanwhile, Betty and Archie are dealing with the reemergence of the Trash Bag Killer. Jughead is grappling with his hearing loss. And Abigail Blossom makes a move on Toni. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON ITUNES, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON...
Published 03/28/22
Riverdale returns to the town proper after the Rivervale event, but there's still something supernatural going on as we recap "Chapter One Hundred And One: UNBELIEVABLE". In the aftermath of Hiram's bomb, Betty and Archie seem to be gaining superpowers. Meanwhile, Cheryl tries to break her curse, with some serious repercussions. And Veronica decides to deal with Hiram, once and for all. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON ITUNES, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER,...
Published 03/21/22
We're back, breaking down the new "Typewriter" promo for Riverdale's Season 6 return. Plus, we're answering your questions, talking theories, and so much more. Plus: big news about the cat briefcase! SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON ITUNES, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON. The theme music for Riverdale After Dark was written and performed by Jeff Solomon. Support the show:...
Published 02/07/22
It's time for another hiatus special of our Riverdale podcast featuring Dr. Curdle Jr. himself, Nikolai Witschl! Witschl talks about how he got the role of the creepiest guy in town, his relationship with the other characters, and what it was like playing some key scenes, from the Josie and the Pussycats episode, to Rivervale and beyond. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON ITUNES, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON...
Published 01/31/22
Riverdale writer Brian E. Paterson joins the podcast for a Season 6 hiatus special chatting about his career and history with the show. From joining in Season 1 thanks to Warner Bros. Writers' Workshop, to taking on Hiram's backstory in Season 5, to what to expect in the rest of Season 6, we break it all down. SUBSCRIBE TO RIVERDALE AFTER DARK ON ITUNES, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, STITCHER, OR RSS. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON. The theme music for...
Published 01/24/22
Everything comes to a head and the Archie Comics multiverse is revealed as we recap Riverdale "Chapter One Hundred: The Jughead Paradox". When Jughead turns up dead on the outskirts of Rivervale, it's up to... Jughead? To figure out what's going on. Meanwhile, Archie and Betty are getting married, Jason Blossom is alive, and there are two Reggies running around. Let's discuss everything about this historic episode, as well as what might be coming next when Season 6 continues. SUBSCRIBE TO...
Published 12/15/21