The Vampire Diaries to end after upcoming 8th Season!

Yes, it’s true. It was announced on Saturday, July 23 at San Diego Comic Con that The Vampire Diaries will end after the upcoming 8th season.

With a beautiful tribute video to the fans serving as the show’s goodbye, fans were left to reflect on the memories this show has given so many of us. Admittedly, I didn’t watch the show from the very first airing, but I binge watched it on Netflix and was immediately hooked! My mother, my niece, her mother and I would have TVD nights to watch the show together. I even went up to Orlando with my good friend Keisha to a TVD Convention where I met a lot of other fans that became friends! Four conventions later, I can honestly say that this cast is so incredibly humble and extremely appreciative of their fans even after all these years.


To be completely honest, this show opened the door for me to start recapping shows for Variety Radio Online and now my own site, According to Kristin. While I won’t sit here and say that I sobbed after hearing the news, I will say that this show has changed a lot of things for me and for that I’m forever grateful.

Keisha and I will be recapping the 8th season each week over on our AudioBoom channel (The Chatterbox with Keisha and Kristin), so definitely check that out and like our page!

 

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The Originals: “The Bloody Crown” Finale Review

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Hey guys!! Keisha and I got together to discuss the Season 3 Finale of The Originals, which was nothing short of amazing!  The episode aired on Friday, May 20 and was called, “The Bloody Crown.”
 
SYNOPSIS: After months of thwarting off dangerous threats and deadly attacks, the Mikaelson siblings finally come face to face with the one person that could lead to their ultimate demise. With the stakes higher than ever and the compound overrun by an army of his oldest sworn enemies, Klaus is put on trial for centuries of atrocities he’s committed. Meanwhile, Marcel, who has been spiraling out of control following an act of betrayal by those closest to him, is stunned by the unexpected arrival of someone from his past. Finally, Elijah, Freya and Kol frantically search for a way to save their family before it’s too late. Hayley and Vincent also appear.
 
Check out our podcast below and feel free to check out our brand new AudioBoom channel, The Chatterbox with Keisha and Kristin!
 
 

 
The Originals: “The Bloody Crown” Podcast Review
 
 
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The Originals – “A Streetcar Named Desire” – Podcast Review

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Hey TVD/The Originals fans!! Keisha, Raechel & I got together to talk about the latest episode of The Originals. This is the second half of the 2-Hour crossover event which aired on Friday, February 26, 2016.
 
Did you watch the entire event?? Were you as googly-eyed about this as we were?? Tune in to the podcast and comment/tweet us your thoughts!
 
SYNOPSIS: The unexpected arrival of Stefan Salvatore may be the key to helping Freya rescue Klaus and Elijah from a magical trap.
 

 
The Originals – “A Streetcar Named Desire” – Podcast Review
 
 

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The Vampire Diaries – “Moonlight on the Bayou” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!  Keisha, Raechel and I got together to discuss the latest episode of The Vampire Diaries!  This is the first half of the 2-Hour special crossover event with The Originals which aired on Friday, February 26, 2016.
 
Did you watch? What were your favorite moments? Comment or tweet us your thoughts!
 
SYNOPSIS: Stefan goes to New Orleans to lure Rayna Cruz away from his friends and comes face to face with Klaus Mikaelson, who’s suspicious of his old friend’s arrival.
 

 
 
The Vampire Diaries – “Moonlight on the Bayou” – Podcast Review
 
 

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The Originals – “Heart Shaped Box” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone! Keisha and I got together to discuss the latest episode of The Originals!

Check out our podcast review below and let us know what you thought!

SYNOPSIS: Determined to make her ultimate move against the Mikaelson brothers, Aurora uses Freya as bait to lure Klaus and Elijah into a dangerous trap. Meanwhile, after being recruited by The Strix’s powerful coven of witches to perform a spell that could save the lives of her closest friends, Davina finds a way to conjure up Kol, the only person who may know the key ingredient to completing the spell. Finally, Hayley is forced to make a heartbreaking sacrifice. Marcel and Cami also appear.

The Originals – “Heart Shaped Box” – Podcast Review

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The Originals – “Dead Angels” – Podcast Review

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Hey TV fans!!  Keisha and I got together to discuss the latest episode of The Originals for Variety Radio Online! Elijah with a man bun AND Marcel goes back to his bad ass self!  🙂

Check out the podcast review below:

SYNOPSIS: When a powerful weapon that could take down the Mikaelsons for good ends up in the wrong hands, Klaus finds himself in a tense standoff with an unlikely foe. Meanwhile, Elijah’s attempt to reclaim control of the Strix leads to a violent showdown and the emergence of a potential new leader. Elsewhere, when a new coven of witches tries to influence Davina into helping them locate the elusive weapon, she quickly realizes she may be in over her head.

 

The Originals – “Dead Angels” – Podcast Review

The Vampire Diaries – “Postcards from the Edge” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!!  Keisha and I got together to discuss the latest episode of The Vampire Diaries for Variety Radio Online!  🙂

Check out the podcast review below:

SYNOPSIS: When his experience in the Phoenix stone leads him to do the unthinkable, Damon finds himself without a care in the world, spiraling out of control and under the influence of a dangerous and reckless Julian. Refusing to give up on his brother, Stefan attempts to reason with Damon only to uncover the devastating reason for his descent. Elsewhere, Caroline begins having some dangerous side effects as a result of her supernatural pregnancy and is forced to turn to Valerie for help. Meanwhile, Bonnie, Nora and Mary Louise attempt to track down a ruthless vampire hunter named Rayna after they suspect that she has reemerged. Matt and Enzo also appear.

 

The Vampire Diaries – “Postcards from the Edge” – Podcast Review

The Originals – “Wild at Heart” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!! The girls got together for another recap of the latest episode of The Originals!

Check out the podcast review below:

SYNOPSIS: While Klaus finds himself dealing with pressing matters at home, Elijah reluctantly aligns with Aya after learning that she may have knowledge of an elusive weapon that could kill an Original Vampire for good. Meanwhile, alone and shunned by her coven of witches, a desperate Davina is left conflicted after she is approached with an enticing offer that could bring her one step closer to reuniting with Kol. Hayley, Marcel and Cami also appear.

 

The Originals – “Wild at Heart” – Podcast Review

 

***You can catch the next episode of The Originals on The CW Friday nights at 9/8c!

The Vampire Diaries – “Things We Lost in the Fire” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!!  We’re back for another recap of the latest episode of The Vampire Diaries! Check out the podcast below:
 
SYNOPSIS: With the traumatic effects of the Phoenix Stone taking a toll on his brother, Stefan attempts to help Damon regain his grip on reality, while secretly struggling with his own experience in the stone. Elsewhere, Matt and Bonnie deal with the fallout after Julian and his men take over Mystic Falls, leading Matt to spiral out of control and into trouble with an officer named Penny. Meanwhile, Tyler returns to town for Alaric’s baby shower and Caroline makes an upsetting discovery involving Alaric and his future plan for the babies.
 

 
 
The Vampire Diaries – “Things We Lost in the Fire” – Podcast Review
 
 
 
***Catch the next episode of The Vampire Diaries on The CW Friday nights at 8/7c.

The Originals – “A Ghost Along the Mississippi” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!!  It feels like forever, but we’re finally back!!  Check out our review of the Winter premiere of The Originals for The Vampire Diaries!  🙂

SYNOPSIS: In the aftermath of a horrific plan that left Cami dead, Klaus declares war on Aurora and Tristan. Elsewhere, Vincent, who has resumed his role as Regent to the New Orleans witches, is forced to use his magic against his will, while Hayley and Jackson find themselves pawns in Tristan’s twisted game. Finally, after learning that Tristan is in possession of a powerful weapon that could take their family down once and for all, Klaus, Elijah and Freya enact a risky plan that leads to a tense showdown with the Strix.

 

The Originals – “A Ghost Along the Mississippi” – Podcast Review

 

***DON’T FORGET… The Originals AND The Vampire Diaries have moved over to Friday nights on The CW!  The Vampire Diaries will air on Fridays at 8/7c, followed by The Originals at 9/8c.

The Vampire Diaries – “Hell is Other People” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!!  We’re finally back after a hiatus that seemed to go on forever!!  Check out our podcast review of the Winter premiere of The Vampire Diaries for Variety Radio Online!  🙂

SYNOPSIS: After finding himself on the wrong end of Julian’s plan to avenge Lily’s death, Damon awakens to find himself trapped inside the Phoenix stone, tormented by a traumatic experience from his time in the Civil War and forced to face his darkest demon in order to get out. On the outside, Bonnie is in a race against the clock to get Damon out before the effects of the Phoenix stone take over and leave him changed forever.

 

The Vampire Diaries – “Hell is Other People” – Podcast Review

 

***DON’T FORGET…The Vampire Diaries AND The Originals have both switched over to Friday nights on The CW.   The Vampire Diaries will air on Fridays at 8/7c, followed by The Originals on Fridays at 9/8c.

The Originals – “Savior” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!! Check out our podcast review of the midseason finale of The Originals for Variety Radio Online!  🙂
 
SYNOPSIS:  When a dangerous affliction threatens to expose one of her siblings, Freya searches for a way to reverse the crippling curse, even as she finds herself the target of the Strix’s latest plan. Elsewhere, Klaus keeps a watchful eye over Cami while she attempts to help Detective Kinney, whose life has begun to spiral out of control as a result of Lucien’s compulsion. Meanwhile, a confrontation with Marcel causes Vincent to reevaluate his decision to stay out of witch business, and Hayley’s attempt at a quiet Christmas with Jackson and Hope results in an unexpected surprise. 
 

 
 
The Originals – “Savior” – Midseason Finale Podcast Review
 
 

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The Vampire Diaries – “Cold As Ice” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!! Check out our podcast review of the midseason finale of The Vampire Diaries for Variety Radio Online!  🙂
 
SYNOPSIS:  In the events following their mother’s passing, Stefan and Damon try to engage in the holiday spirit. 
 

 
 
The Vampire Diaries – “Cold As Ice” – Midseason Finale Podcast Review
 
 

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The Originals – “The Other Girl in New Orleans” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!! Check out our podcast review of Season 3 Episode 8 of The Originals for Variety Radio Online! 🙂

SYNOPSIS: After learning that Cami’s life is in danger and Aurora may be to blame, Klaus is forced to engage in another one of her devious games and follows a series of clues she’s left behind for him. Meanwhile, Elijah, Freya and Hayley take drastic measures against Tristan when they discover he holds a valuable piece of information they need. Elsewhere, Aya gives Marcel an ultimatum that leaves him with a difficult decision to make, while tensions between Hayley and Jackson cause her to reevaluate her involvement in Mikaelson family matters.

 

The Originals – “The Other Girl in New Orleans” – Podcast Review
 
 

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The Vampire Diaries – “Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me” – Podcast Review

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Hey everyone!! Check out our podcast review of Season 7 Episode 8 of The Vampire Diaries for Variety Radio Online!  🙂
 
SYNOPSIS:  As Julian and Lily throw a party to celebrate Mary Louise and Nora’s anniversary, Stefan and Damon set in motion a risky plan to eliminate a new threat posed by Julian. Meanwhile, following a major revelation uncovered by Valerie, Caroline is forced to face her new reality, even as it threatens to destroy her relationship with Stefan. Finally, determined to do what’s best for her family, Lily makes the most difficult decision of her life.
 

 
 
The Vampire Diaries – “Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me” – Podcast Review
 
 

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The Originals – “Out of the Easy” Review

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Hey everyone!! Check out our podcast review of Season 3 Episode 7 of The Originals for Variety Radio Online!  🙂
 
SYNOPSIS: With a dire prophecy looming over them, Klaus and Elijah invite Lucien (recurring guest star ANDREW LEES), Tristan (recurring guest star OLIVER AUCKLAND) and Aurora (recurring guest star REBECCA BREEDS) to a Thanksgiving gathering in an attempt to negotiate a truce. When Aurora reveals that she has powerful leverage over Klaus, Hayley and Freya take matters into their own hands, leading to a deadly three-way confrontation. Elsewhere, Marcel and Vincent are forced to take drastic measures when they realize Davina may be in over her head, and Cami finds herself face to face with a dangerous new threat.
 

 
The Originals – “Out of the Easy” – Podcast Review

 

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The Vampire Diaries – “Mommie Dearest” Review

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Hey everyone!! Check out our podcast review of Season 7 Episode 7 of The Vampire Diaries for Variety Radio Online!   🙂

SYNOPSIS: In order to get through to Lily (recurring guest star ANNIE WERSCHING) about Julian’s (recurring guest star TODD LASANCE) manipulating ways, Stefan and Damon confront their mother with painful memories from their childhood. However, when Lily reveals a dark secret she’s been harboring for over 160 years, Stefan and Damon are left questioning everything they’ve ever known about their family. Determined to prove himself to Lily, Enzo comes face to face with Julian and challenges him to a duel, but an unexpected twist threatens to complicate things. Elsewhere, Matt finds himself in the middle of a deepening mystery involving the residents of Mystic Falls, and Caroline’s world is turned upside down when Valerie (recurring guest star ELIZABETH BLACKMORE) reveals some life-changing news to her.

 

The Vampire Diaries – “Mommie Dearest” – Podcast Review

 

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The Originals – “Beautiful Mistake” – Review

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Hey everyone!! Check out our podcast review of Season 3 Episode 6 of The Originals for Variety Radio Online!   🙂
 
SYNOPSIS: When Elijah and Freya realize that Rebekah may be the target of The Strix’s latest plan, they do whatever it takes to protect her. Klaus spends time with Aurora to figure out where her loyalties lie, while a dangerous run-in with a member of The Strix leads Hayley and Marcel to make an unsettling discovery.
 

The Originals – “Beautiful Mistake” – Podcast Review

 
 

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The Vampire Diaries – “Best Served Cold” – Review

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Hey everyone!! Check out our podcast review of Season 7 Episode 6 of The Vampire Diaries for Variety Radio Online!   🙂

SYNOPSIS: After being reunited with her former love Julian , Lily hosts a dinner party to introduce him to Damon and Stefan and to declare peace between her family of Heretics and the residents of Mystic Falls. Damon and Stefan find themselves at an impasse when they realize they have differing views on how to handle Julian’s arrival. At the party, Bonnie and Matt uncover a strange mystery involving some unsuspecting residents, while a devastating revelation causes Alaric to reach his breaking point.


 
The Vampire Diaries – “Best Served Cold” – Podcast

 

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The Originals – “The Axeman’s Letter” – Review

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Hey everyone!! Check out our podcast review of Season 3 Episode 5 of The Originals for Variety Radio Online! 🙂

SYNOPSIS: As the war among the sire lines continues to grow, Klaus receives an unexpected visit by a figure from his past. When Elijah suspects that Tristan (recurring guest star OLIVER AUCKLAND) is hiding something, he enlists Marcel’s help to find out what he’s up to. Elsewhere, Davina struggles with her role as Regent and seeks advice from Hayley. Finally, an ancient secret that is uncovered threatens to tear the Mikaelson brothers apart for good.

 

The Originals – “The Axeman’s Letter” – Podcast Review

 

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