This week on Going Back to Smallville we’re talking about the infamous gum episode. Pete Ross returns with stretchy powers, kryptonite chewing gum is apparently a thing, and OneRepublic is somehow involved. It’s weird, it’s wild, and we’re breaking down why this might be the most bizarre episode of Smallville ever made — and whether it deserves the hate or secretly rules.
We dive into character arcs, DCU references, behind-the-scenes trivia, and why this moment still hits all these years later.
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0:00 - Going Back To Smallville 7x13: Hero
2:00 - Hero Review
31:20 - War! What Is It Good For?
40:20 - Continuity
51:20 - In Memoriam
51:45 - Freak of the Week
56:20 - Traitor
1:00:10 - Puberty But With Super Powers
1:02:55 - No Flights, No Tights
1:03:35 - Drugs But It’s Kryptonite
1:09:25 - That’s Just Prime
1:14:30 - DCU References
1:19:05 - The Talon Mix
1:20:40 - Next Time On Smallville - S7xE14: Traveler
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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.