<p>Today on the podcast, we’re talking about the news that hit a lot of <em>Buffy</em> fans hard, the <em>Buffy: New Sunnydale</em> reboot pilot was not picked up to series by Hulu.</p><p><br></p><p>Like many fans, I was genuinely upset. Sarah Michelle Gellar’s video had me in tears, and she didn’t hold back, calling out a Hulu executive who made it clear he was not a fan. The narrative quickly became that the pilot was “bad” and that Chloé Zhao’s vision would have somehow damaged the Buffy legacy, but fans weren’t buying it.</p><p>Out of that frustration, something pretty incredible happened. A small group of creators came together and launched International Buffy Day.</p><p>So today, I’m here with a pitchfork in both hands, ready to ride at Dawn. I’m joined by <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@brennyboombox?lang=en-GB" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@brennyboombox</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mrworldnyc?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@mrworldnyc</a>, two co-founders of International Buffy Day, happening April 14, to discuss what it is and how you can get involved. </p><p>International Buffy Day is both a celebration and a protest, a global show of solidarity from Scoobies everywhere. LET&#39;S BE THE ANNOYING THORN IN HULU&#39;S SIDE.</p><p><strong>How to get involved:</strong></p><ol><li>Attend in-person rallies in New York City and Los Angeles</li><li>Join the “Class Protector Project” by sending cocktail umbrellas to Hulu headquarters</li><li>Stream <em>Buffy the Vampire Slayer</em> on the day, if you can’t do a full marathon, watch “The Prom”</li><li>Follow <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@internationalbuffyday" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@International Buffy Day</a> on TikTok and Instagram</li><li>Spread the word, create content, like and share information.</li></ol><p>If you’d like to get more involved or organise your own rally, you can reach out at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> </p><p>If you’re planning to attend a rally or host one in your city, make sure to fill out the International Buffy Day rally sign-up form. <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4tDEuaI6vngVz-nxK61xCYTHNMVR6YA8yzzQH6sqyT76eoA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104237514683113080273">Int. Buffy Day Rally Sign-up</a> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>In-person rally details:</strong></p><p><strong>New York City</strong>Meeting Point: Union Square, Engel Plaza (outside 14th St, 4, 5, 6 MTA station)Time: 12pm</p><p><strong>Los Angeles</strong>Meeting Point: Goodboybob Coffee Roasters, 2058 Broadway, Santa MonicaTime: 12pm</p><p>Schedule for both cities:Meet at 12pm, then walk to the Hulu offices at 12:30pm.</p><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@internationalbuffyday" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@InternationalBuffyDay </a>will also be live streaming throughout the day on TikTok.</p><p>If you’re attending, wear your Buffy merch or cosplay, and bring a sign.</p><p><strong>Class Protector Project</strong>Send cocktail umbrellas to Hulu headquarters along with a note about what Buffy means to you. Mail-in campaigns have worked for other shows in the past, so this is a chance to show just how strong the Buffy community is.</p><p>Mail to:2500 Broadway2nd Floor, Suite 200Santa Monica, CA 90404</p>