S2 E15 - Battlestar Galactica - Scar
Summary
Katee Sackhoff joins the Battlestar React-ica podcast to watch "Scar," her first time viewing the episode. She discusses Starbuck’s severe PTSD, alcoholism, and rivalry with Lt. Kat, admitting she disliked the storyline's portrayal of her character. Sackhoff shares behind-the-scenes anecdotes, including improvised moments with co-stars and her feelings on the show's pacing and missing context.
Topics discussed
Intro and Wonder sponsorship
Rushing episodes for Grace's arrival
Directors and Wayfair sponsorship
Recap: Viper training and Scar
Starbuck's attitude and Kat's arrival
Lee and Kara's relationship timeline
Mining delays and pilot training
Scar's rage and reincarnation
Kat's skills and Anders' mention
Starbuck's mistakes and drinking
Deleted scenes and Starbuck's grief
Confrontation with Apollo and Scar
Starbuck's decline and Tomo's humor
Compartmentalization and actor perspective
Performances and improvised wrestling
Character analysis and outro
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