Inside Supernatural Fanfiction | SuperWiki Editor Jules on Writing

Jules returns to discuss fanfiction writing! As managing editor of SuperWiki and fanfic author Missyjack, Jules explores fix-its, AUs, and how fanfiction rewrites Supernatural canon. Sandra and Kasey dig into trope language, the role of archives in fandom discovery, and why certain fanfic themes resonate with readers. A deep dive into creative storytelling and fandom resilience. *From the SuperWiki site on how to contact if you’re interested in helping to maintain the Wiki: “Any fan is welcome to join the Supernatural Wiki as an editor, just email Jules (she/her), the Supernatural Wiki Managing Editor at juleslwilkinson@yahoo.com.au to get an account created, or with any queries or suggestions for the site.”*  Reference Doc (External Fic Lists and Links provided by Jules) \~~~ We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat. Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala. \~~~~~ TL;DR - If you can’t be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.com We'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email ([idlingintheimpala@gmail.com](mailto:idlingintheimpala@gmail.com))! All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcast Our Discord #backseat Channel. Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect. Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind-the-scenes perks! We’ve got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look\!June 30, 2026 is the final day for our Priding in the Impala 2026 Fundraiser!~~~~~ Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys: World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) \~~~~~ For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take Action Support Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)   \~~~~~ LGBTQ+ Charities Switchboard LGBT UK The Trevor Project - USA and Global \~~~~~ Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance. \~~~ Chapter Timestamps 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:10 - What’s up at SuperWiki 00:11:36 - The fandom that got Jules into fanfic 00:15:43 - Finding fic in the dawn of the Internet 00:20:37 - LiveJournal 00:30:54 - Gold Rush of SPN Fic 00:33:45 - Reader Insert Early Days 00:35:59 - Tops and Bottoms 00:38:58 - Fandom fic preference crossover 00:41:45 - Context clues and fandom husbandry 00:50:50 - Writing outside of fanfic 00:56:07 - Jules’ first SPN fanfic 01:01:45 - RPF 01:05:00 - Any tropes for Jules 01:07:37 - Tentacles 01:12:47 - Omegaverse 01:22:16 - Dalliances with other fandoms 01:29:10 - Film to fan delay 01:32:05 - A Tech Support Jensen fic by Jules 01:39:17 - Fave SPN fanfic authors 01:46:12 - Kasey has questions 01:49:11 - Final thoughts and outro