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Shortcomings

It's June 6, 1998. The number one movie in the United States is 'The Truman Show.' NBC ruled television, with 'Friends,' 'E.R.', and 'Seinfeld' dominating the ratings. Brandy and Monica were on top of the music charts, and, oh, and 'Sex and the City' aired its first episode. Welcome to 'Shortcomings,' a new 'Sex and the City' podcast from Sam Bush (aka @bravohistorian) and Chris Lewis. They're going all-in on our problematic fave — the memories, the men, the fashion, and, of course, Aidan's obsession with KFC. Sam and Chris will recap all 92 episodes of the series, two movies, and whatever the revival is. So grab a cosmo and join Sam and Chris in taking a critical eye to a show that changed television.
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Episodes

And Just Like That - Under the Table

Carrie's back from her horror jaunt to Virginia - and things are afoot in Gramercy Park, but before that we discuss a little Love Island and a recent review. We then get into it all - Seema's small business loan, LTW's dwindling marriage and the role references play within this show, Miranda and Carrie as roomies, and those damn shoes.

Jun 27, 20251 hr 55 min

And Just Like That - Apples to Apples

Carrie Bradshaw is on ATV and we don't know how to feel about it, but we do know that this episode through us for a loop. But before that, we discuss Call Her Daddy for some reason. And then we get into it all - Ryan Serhant is back, LTW is in Desperate Housewives territory, the show's attempt at taking on aging, Miranda is cat sitting, and that ending!!

Jun 20, 20251 hr 58 min

And Just Like That - Carrie Golightly

And, we're back. But before we get into the episode, we briefly discuss the Tonys and go deep on Sabrina Carpenter's new album cover and stumble into cultural and political discourse. And then we get into it all - Carrie and Seema's jaunt to Virginia, the AJLT mommy-track, and our shining star: Charlotte. It's a lot and perhaps the conversation is too hot to handle, but here we are. Take a listen! To support Shortcomings, join us at patreon.com/shortcomingspodcast

Jun 13, 20251 hr 57 min

And Just Like That - The Rat Race

And we're back for episode 2 and the forecast is looking up somewhat, but first we recount a few things currently going on in pop culture: spoiler alert, nothing good! And then we get into the episode: the strange tone of Seema's storytelling, AJLT's visuals, the connective power of reality tv, and Carrie's emojis.

Jun 06, 20251 hr 29 min

And Just Like That - Outlook Good

And Just Like That...We're Disgusted, upset, angry, and simply...thrilled! Season 3 is finally here and we break it all down. Carrie's new apartment, M&Ms, dog park hijinks, Marvel directors, and political spouses. Oh My! What's going on in the mind of Michael Patrick King? We may never know! But we are SO back! This week's bonus episode will dig into Anthony's role on And Just Like That & queer representation in this universe, as well as other things. Join us at patreon.com/shortcomings...

May 30, 20251 hr 15 min

Girls - A Special Recap

With four seasons under our belt, we take a moment to look backwards and ponder what's to come for us. But of course before that, we discuss more than we should. We start a review of our thoughts about Girls around 42 minute mark. We're taking a hiatus from Girls, but we'll be back to cover And Just Like That s3 in late May here on the main feed. Girls recaps will begin again once AJLT s3 ends. Miss us? Join us over at Patreon.com/shortcomingspodcast

Apr 29, 20251 hr 19 min

Girls - Home Birth (Sort Of)

We made it to the end of season four and we can only hope that season five is looking up, because we didn't love this episode. So much so, we really barely discuss it. So disclaimer - the Girls talk in this episode is little to none. But, I think we sort of made some points. Either way, we love you deep! Girls talk begins around 1:07:20

Apr 20, 20251 hr 47 min

Girls - Daddy Issues

We're back after a brief hiatus and we catch-up briefly on our lives before discussing the penultimate episode of Season Nine. Tad is in town and Hannah is reckoning with boundaries, Jessa is chasing Ace, Marnie's taking center stage, and we're wondering...did we ever really know Ray? We do now! Take a listen!

Apr 09, 20251 hr 14 min

Girls - Tad & Loreen & Avi & Shanaz

An episode where we discuss what we're currently watching and re-watching, and then get into an episode of Girls that is remembered fondly, but is out there. Tad comes out, Hannah's a mess, Shosh is a Good Wife girlie, and Desi is buying pedals!

Mar 21, 20251 hr 35 min

Girls - Ask Me My Name

It's another week of Shortcomings and a strange episode of Girls, but before that we get into Megan Markle's new Netflix series, 23 & Me, Summer House, and many other things. And then we breakdown Mimi-Rose Howard's art show, the introduction of Fran, and the Ace of it all. Here we go!

Mar 14, 20251 hr 39 min

Girls - Close-Up

Oh, we are SO back and it's for a great episode of Girls...and hopefully, Shortcomings! But before that, we get into a little discourse about how to handle the moment we find ourselves in and a bit about the power of the Potomac reunion. And then we get into it: Shosh continues to be a model of mid-20s living, Indie Rock discourse, Ray's political awakening, Hannah's journey, and the Mimi-Rose of it all. Take a listen!

Mar 05, 20251 hr 44 min

Girls - Sit-In

We've reached the middle of Season 4 and wow what an episode, but before that we discuss our feelings about the upcoming Summer House (this was recorded before the s9 premiere), one of us is confused by Chickenfry, and we begin to ponder what's to become of Shortcomings when we finish Girls. And then we get into it: Hannah's back and taking up space, Marnie is MIA and then very impactful, Shosh has a fuck ass bob, and Jessa is Jessa. Take a listen, we love you deep!

Feb 14, 20251 hr 18 min

Girls - Cubbies

Oh, we woke up on the wrong side of the bed! The discourse has become toxic and we have to get these Beyoncé-haters and Craig apologists in their place. And then we take on a pretty important episode in Girls transition. Hannah is struggling in Iowa, Marnie and Desi are compartmentalizing, and Shosh is the only adult on this damn show. Take a listen!

Feb 07, 20251 hr 30 min

Girls - Female Author

We're still in Iowa and not sure how to feel about it, but before we get into we discuss Sam's journey back into Dance Moms and Chris' most recent unhinged dream. Then we get into it all: Adam and Jessa's newfound friendship, Marnie's delusions, Ray as king, and Shosh's interview skills. Take a listen!

Feb 01, 20251 hr 19 min

Girls - Triggering

Well, it's a fitting episode title as trigger warning: we're going through it as we attempt to record on the day You Know Who is sworn in, but anyway...we discuss Iowa rents, Scandal crossovers, Hannah on a bike, and so much more. Remember us better than this episode plz!

Jan 31, 20251 hr 32 min

Girls - Iowa

Season four is here officially, so of course we have to discuss the TikTok ban, plans for 2025, BachNation, and so much more. And then, of course, we get into it. Hannah and Adam's dwindling relationship, ass eating, Shosh as queen and Jessa as messy bitch/truth teller. It's all happening and we love you deep!

Jan 17, 20252 hr 13 min

Girls - Two Plane Rides

Oh, you thought we weren't going to finish Girls s3 in 2024? Well, you're wrong! But before that we hear (on mic) Sam learning a lesson, the World Tour (what tour?), and talk of the Catholic Church. And then we get into it all: Shosh's flop era, Marnie's delulu behavior, Jessa's doing it for the plot, and Hannah's version of success. Girls content begins at 56:47 (sorry!) To support Shortcomings, visit us patreon.com/shortcomingspodcast...

Dec 31, 20242 hr 27 min

Girls - I See You

It's the penultimate episode of Season Three and we get into it all, but before that we share some tales of woe. And then we take on Jessa's new career, Shosh's struggles, and how much we can't stand Mr. Sackler. Our girl Hannah is down, but this episode of Shortcomings is UP.

Dec 20, 20241 hr 55 min

Girls - Role Play

It's a Shortcomings first - an episode recorded over 24 hours. For the first half you get to hear a little bit about the episode of Girls and a lot about Gladiator 2. And then we return for a conversation about Jessa, Adam and Hannah's relationship, and the Hawaiian practice that changes lives. Happy Holidays! To support Shortcomings, visit us at patreon.com/shortcomingspodcast .

Dec 07, 20242 hr 20 min

Girls - Flo

We love Grandma Flo - this was recorded pre-Wicked, more thoughts on that one day. Take a listen!

Nov 22, 20241 hr 52 min

Girls - Incidentals

Don't call it a comeback, okay - maybe you can! We're back on our bullshit and discussing Girls again! And oh what an episode, but before that we breakdown a new Hulu series, unfortunate google images, and People's Sexiest Man Alive. And then we get into it all - Desi is here and he's perfect! And so is Patti LuPone. And Elijah. It's a lot, take a listen! To support Shortcomings, visit us at patreon.com/shortcomingspodcast

Nov 14, 20241 hr 43 min

Girls - Beach House

What else is there to say? We're here. Perhaps the finest episode of Girls is now with us, but before that we discuss Sister Wives and an old-school song that should have been a hit. And then we get into all of it: Marnie's controlling ways, the importance of Elijah and Hannah, Pal and Short Gays, and the fight of it all.

Oct 24, 20241 hr 34 min

Girls - Free Snacks

Oh, how we've missed our Girls! We're back to discuss Hannah's return to the workforce, the developing Ray-Marnie relationship, Shosh's attempt to stabilize, and whatever the hell Jessa is up to. But, of course, before that, we chat about the new RHONY and somewhere in there we discuss the state of Marvel and the upcoming Wicked movie. Because, you know, we're us. To support Shortcomings, visit us patreon.com/shortcomingspodcast

Oct 11, 20241 hr 35 min

Girls - Only Child

This one is for all the only children out there - or is it? We get into how Hannah is playacting at having a sibling, the Ray-Marnie of it all, and how underwhelming Jessa has become. With, of course, some very shocking detours into the herstory of dogs. Because, why not!

Sep 26, 20241 hr 52 min

Girls - Dead Inside

Hannah's editor, David, has passed away and it's got the Girls in a tizzy, but before that we chat about the Emmy's. We then breakdown whatever Marnie's workout routine is, the seedlings of Adam and Jessa, and whether Hannah's reaction to death is really that odd at all. Oh, and of course, we take a detour to discuss the failings of education system as only we can.

Sep 26, 20241 hr 29 min

Girls - She Said Ok

Don't count us out, because we're BACK (again). We recap a little about our beloved Grace's wedding and give a preview of our chat on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. A bonus episode is coming this weekend, because WOW. And then we get into Hannah's birthday...and hmmm...do we have thoughts? Take Us or Leave Us? We don't care!

Sep 13, 20241 hr 10 min

Girls - Truth or Dare

We're back from vacation and we couldn't be happier - so, of course, we begin with a conversation about Chimp Crazy (have we seen it? nope), Taylor and Travis, and Challengers. And then we get into episode 2 - Shosh is giving COMEDY, Hannah is back on her BS, and Adam is gonna Adam. It's a lot. Take a listen!

Aug 29, 20242 hr 4 min

Girls - Females Only

Season 3 is here and we're feeling good - but before we get into that, we discuss the new trailer for RHONY and give our brief (lolz) thoughts on RHONJ. And then, of course, it's time for the episode - we've got Shosh's new mantra, Marnie Marie Michaels is on the couch, Jessa is a terror, and Hannah's living that domestic life.

Aug 16, 20241 hr 50 min

Girls - Together

And it's a wrap on season 2, but before we get into that - we discuss Chris' journey back into the Before Universe and celebrity astrology. And then we get into it all: the sadness hanging over Shosh and Ray, Marnie's girlbossing her way into failure, and Hannah Banana is just not well. Hardly seems possible, but we did it, Joe. S2 is done. Girls content begins at 40:53 To support Shortcomings, visit us at patreon.com/shortcomingspodcast...

Aug 10, 20241 hr 56 min

Girls - On All Fours

We've finally reached perhaps the episode we've most wanted to discuss and wanted to hide from. But before then, we discuss Sam's political adventure, our feelings about Meghan Markle, and a little Sex and the City rewatch chat. And then we get into it all: we ponder if we've all been a Ray; take on perhaps the greatest musical moment in the history of television; discuss the show's depiction of Hannah's body; and, of course, THAT scene. Girls content begins at 43:40 To support Shortcomings, vis...

Aug 02, 20242 hr
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