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We Couldn't Help But Wonder - A Journey Through Sex and the City

Elise Castle and Mike Jensenwecouldnthelpbutwonder.com
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Mike Jensen has seen the Sex and the City series many times. Elise Castle has never seen a single episode.

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\"We Couldn't Help But Wonder\" what would happen if these two went on an episode by episode journey through the whole series.

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Join us as Mike watches for the (insert embarrassing number here) time and Elise is watching for the very first. We will discuss how the series holds up almost 20 years later, our own experiences living in NYC, and the debate over too much cranberry juice in the Cosmopolitan.

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Episodes

S13 Ep9: And Just Like That... Happily Ever After

Aidan makes a surprise visit and ends up altering Carrie's plans. Charlotte experiences vertigo at work. Seema learns a few new things about Adam. Giuseppe has some advice on how Anthony might get his mother on their side. Lisa's work place flirtation may go a step too far. And Miranda is making some pretty important choices about what to tell Joy about her sobriety. Please, recycle.

Jul 21, 202557 minSeason 13Ep. 9

S13 Ep8: And Just Like That... They Wanna Have Fun

Carrie plans a birthday party for Charlotte and finds herself enjoying the company of her neighbor. Miranda invites Joy and ends up going absolutely insane as the "party doula." Seema has an eyelash extension fiasco, and a serious flirtation with Adam. Anthony meets the "future Mother in law." Harry allowed the beans to be spilled after revealing a secret of his own. And at the party, worlds collide, but not really, everyone mostly stays to their own group.

Jul 14, 202553 minSeason 13Ep. 8

S13 Ep7: And Just Like That... Silent Mode

Aidan's visit to New York brings some surprises and important conversations with Carrie. Miranda is zeroing in on new real estate while also introducing Joy to Brady. Lisa receives life changing news. Charlotte is trying to convince Harry and herself that everything is going to be fine. And Seema braves the New Jersey train system.

Jul 07, 202555 minSeason 13Ep. 7

S13 Ep6: And Just Like That... Under The Table

Carrie has a new neighbor, and things don't go great. Miranda has an... incident with her neighbor that leads to a new, but certainly not permanent, living situation. Harry drops some very big news on Charlotte and asks her to keep it to herself. Seema hits up a familiar face (to some of us) for a bank loan. And Lisa finds herself with a work crush. Which is fine. Right?

Jun 30, 202551 minSeason 13Ep. 6

S13 Ep5: And Just Like That... Apples To Apples

Carrie's adventures in Virginia continue with a surprisingly drama free ATV ride, and an incredibly drama filled birthday celebration. Miranda's on camera mess up may cost her a potential relationship. Harry and Charlotte have a visiter. And Seema learns she has to vacate her former job faster than she thought.

Jun 23, 20251 hr 4 minSeason 13Ep. 5

S13 Ep4: And Just Like That... Carrie Golightly

Miranda gets some "media training." Charlotte parties like she's on Staten Island. Seema considers her professional future. Anthony tries to get Giuseppe back into the onesie. And Carrie takes a trip to Virginia.

Jun 16, 202554 minSeason 13Ep. 4

S13 Ep3: And Just Like That... The Rat Race

Carrie deals with an infestation, and some questions about her relationship. Miranda flirts with the wrong person. Seema has to choose between a relationship and being herself. Anthony has a new business venture. And Lisa and Charlotte are on a mission to get their kids into a good school. Also, Lily should not be dating a 20 year old...

Jun 09, 202554 minSeason 13Ep. 3

S13 Ep2: And Just Like That... Outlook Good

Carrie is dealing with false alarms and awkward phone calls, Charlotte questions Mr. Burton's behavior, Miranda meets some one in a bar (Rosie is finally here!), Seema takes an unexpected location tour with Ravi, and Lisa gets an unexpected pitch regarding her mini-series. Season three has officially begun!

Jun 02, 202557 minSeason 13Ep. 2

S13 Ep1: And Just Like That... Season 3 is coming!

Elise and Mike are back! In this episode they break down the trailer for And Just Like That... season three. From all the returning characters, to a couple we won't be seeing this season, to a few new men (who is Carrie's neighbor?!), some exciting guest stars, and predictions and hopes. Along the way there's Ludacris, a dabbling of fan fiction, and Dianne Wiest, cuz shouldn't she be part of every conversation? Here's to summer in the city!

May 19, 202535 minSeason 13Ep. 1

S12 Ep23: Introducing The Golden Girls Deep Dive Podcast!

So excited to share with our listeners the first episode of the new podcast, The Golden Girls Deep Dive Podcast. The second episode is already available wherever you get your podcasts, so check it out.

Jun 24, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 12Ep. 23

S12 Ep22: And Just Like That... Brown Sugar!

To pass the (very long) time between seasons, Elise and Mike are sharing the first episodes of their other podcast, We Couldn't Help But Wonder, Still Wondering. This week, they bring you the first part of Brown Sugar. It only covers the first 30 to 40 minutes of the film, so way less spoilers than a trailer. Hope you enjoy! Two weeks from now, the first episode of They Came Together.

Mar 25, 202444 minSeason 12Ep. 22

S12 Ep21: And Just Like That... Sleepless In Seattle!

To pass the (very long) time between seasons, Elise and Mike are sharing the first episodes of their other podcast, We Couldn't Help But Wonder, Still Wondering. This week, they bring you the first part of Sleepless in Seattle. It only covers the first 30 to 40 minutes of the film, so way less spoilers than a trailer. Hope you enjoy! Next week, the first episode of Brown Sugar.

Mar 17, 202444 minSeason 12Ep. 21

S12 Ep20: And Just Like That... Ghost!

To help pass the (very long) time between seasons, Elise and Mike are sharing the first episodes of their other podcast, We Couldn't Help But Wonder, Still Wondering. This week, they bring you the first part of Ghost. It only covers the first 30 to 40 minutes of the film, so way less spoilers than a trailer. Hope you enjoy! Next week, the first episode of Sleepless in Seattle...

Mar 10, 202439 minSeason 12Ep. 20

S12 Ep19: And Just Like That... Serendipity!

To help pass the (very long) time between seasons, Elise and Mike are sharing the first episodes of their other podcast, We Couldn't Help But Wonder, Still Wondering. This week, they bring you the first part of Serendipity. It only covers the first 30 to 40 minutes of the film, so way less spoilers than a trailer. Hope you enjoy! Next week, the first episode of Ghost...

Mar 03, 202441 minSeason 12Ep. 19

S12 Ep18: And Just Like That... A Season Two Recap!

Elise and Mike take a look back at season tow of And Just Like That... and try to keep it light (There were a few moments that still don't make a ton of sense). They share moments they can't stop thinking about, quotes they want made into greeting cards and t-shirts, and hopes for season three. Enjoy, and we'll be back in 2025! (!)

Dec 17, 202334 minSeason 12Ep. 18

S12 Ep17: And Just Like That... The Last Supper Part Two: Entree

As the second season of And Just Like That comes to an end, we finally get that Samantha cameo we've been hearing about! Also, some closure for Miranda and Steve, Charlotte standing up for herself (without even getting out of bed), Che in transition, Anthony opening up (sorry, couldn't help it), Nya running into a stranger from her past, LTW dealing with the end of her pregnancy, and Seema facing the fear of getting what she's wanted. Plus, things between Carrie and Aidan come to an unexpected t...

Dec 10, 202351 minSeason 12Ep. 17

S12 Ep16: And Just Like That... The Last Supper Part One: Appetizer

Carrie and Aidan visit Steve at his new venture. Meanwhile, Lisa worries she won't be able to finish her project, Miranda makes the choice to see Che's latest stand up, Charlotte celebrates with her new coworkers after slaaaaaayyyyying it at work, Nya gets a message from her ex, and as Carrie moves closer towards moving into her new place, trouble is brewing.

Dec 03, 202359 minSeason 12Ep. 16

S12 Ep15: And Just Like That... There Goes the Neighborhood

Carrie makes a choice involving her apartment, and meets up with an old co-worker of Miranda's (not really). Miranda's solution to motivating Brady may have had unintended consequences. Anthony thinks he has to end things with Giuseppe, Seema is less than convinced about her burgeoning relationship with Ravi, and Harry is throwing a meet and greet for Herbert and a constantly sleep deprived Lisa.

Nov 26, 202343 minSeason 12Ep. 15

S12 Ep14: And Just Like That... A Hundred Years Ago

Carrie and Aiden are back together, and she has a proposition for Che, and a stunning question for Miranda. Meanwhile, Miranda is getting used to being an intern, and Charlotte is getting ready to go back to the gallery. Also, Seema has some concerns of her own.

Nov 19, 202356 minSeason 12Ep. 14

S12 Ep13: And Just Like That... February 14th

Elise and Mike are back to begin the journey through the second half of season two. Right up front, Mike wants you to know he has some issues. Charlotte is working to further Rock's modeling career, Nya is staring down her first post separation Valentine's Day with a good attitude, and appetite, Miranda is getting herself back out in the dating scene, and Carrie has a very special Valentine's date with an old flame. That's right. Aiden is back. And it doesn't go as expected.

Nov 12, 202350 minSeason 12Ep. 13

S12 Ep12: And Just Like That... Moonstruck!

Along with a new episode of We Couldn't Help But Wonder, Elise and Mike share part one of their conversation about the Cher/Nicholas Cage classic, Moonstruck. Written by John Patrick Shanley, and directed by Norman Jewison, this 1987 multiple award winning film brings together an amazing cast of mostly New York based actors to tell a story of love, passion, fate, and the opera. That's Amore!

Nov 12, 202339 minSeason 12Ep. 12

S12 Ep11: And Just Like That... A bus tour!

As Mike and Elise wait to be able to talk about the rest of the second season of And Just Like That... they're back with a quick spoiler free episode about their recent experience going on the New York City Sex and the City bus tour! If you can't tell by Mike's nervous giggle right at the very beginning, he was somewhat uncertain about the experience. Turns out, it was a blast, and both Mike and Elise experienced things they hadn't before. Hope you all enjoy.

Sep 03, 202324 minSeason 12Ep. 11

S12 Ep10: And Just Like That... Bomb Cyclone

Carrie is speaking at a convention, Charlotte tries to support Lily, even through her and Harry's discomfort, Miranda has more than one uncomfortable conversation that needs to be had, Nya is working on her divorce papers, Lisa is being honored by MoMA, Seema has a proposal in store, and Che simply needs to leave the apartment. Also, winter is coming... In other news, Mike and Elise have an announcement to make at the end of the podcast as they do their best to honor the WGA and SAG. Union stron...

Jul 30, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 12Ep. 10

S12 Ep9: And Just Like That... Trick Or Treat

Carrie stands in the bike lane, Nya has a one night stand, Miranda finds a new place to sleep, Charlotte gets to relive her teen model days vicariously, Seema finds out she can still be surprised, Che gets some bad feedback, and LTW refuses to be Comptrolled. Happy Hu...err...Halloween!

Jul 23, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 12Ep. 9

S12 Ep8: And Just Like That... Alive!

Carrie gets a text from a man she doesn't know, and an invitation from a woman she knows all too well. Meanwhile, Che and Miranda are back in New York City, and are navigating new relationship territory, LTW and Herbert struggle to "have it all" as a very important date approaches, with the kids away, Charlotte and Harry face an unusual diagnoses, and Seema has her bag stolen. That's MY Birkin!

Jul 16, 202357 minSeason 12Ep. 8

S12 Ep7: And Just Like That... Chapter Three

Carrie is recording the audiobook for her newest memoir, and it's bringing up all the greif she thought she'd put behind her. Miranda is alarmed by a call from Brady and causes drama on the set of Che's taping. Nya discovers she may in fact be ready to get out there again. Charlotte and LTW are after a newly circulated list...and Elise hates everything about it. Plus several drop-ins from cast members we haven't seen since season one. Lisette!

Jul 09, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 12Ep. 7

S12 Ep6: And Just Like That... You've Got Mail!

Elise and Mike are sharing an episode of their other podcast with We Couldn't Help But Wonder listeners. On that podcast they recap and comment on romantic comedies set in New York City and do so with the same detail and humor that they've brought to over one hundred episodes regarding Sex and the City, both SATC movies, and And Just Like That... in this episode they talk about You've Got Mail. It only covers about the first fourth of the movie, so no real spoilers here. They very much hope you ...

Jul 06, 202336 minSeason 12Ep. 6

S12 Ep5: And Just Like That... The Real Deal

Carrie and Franklyn get a very specific writing assignment, Charlotte goes on a mission to retrieve Lily's consigned clothes, Miranda discovers even more of what she doesn't know about Che, while Che deals with another change to the show they thought they were making, Nya finds out how much Andre hasn't listened to her, Herbert and Lisa deal with a visit from Eunice, and Seema questions her instincts after a visit to the salon.

Jul 02, 202359 minSeason 12Ep. 5

S12 Ep4: And Just Like That... Met Cute

Carrie is wondering if she can avoid taking her new relationship any further than it already is. Charlotte and Lisa have stuff to say about their supportive husbands. Miranda worries that Che is pulling away. Seema is meeting the son and the ex-wife. Nya is navigating life with an estranged husband on tour. And Anthony would just like to know whether or not he's going to the Met Gala...err...Ball. Speaking of which, maybe get those costumes set a few, I don't know, hours in advance. Elise and Mi...

Jun 25, 202352 minSeason 12Ep. 4

S12 Ep3: And Just Like that... we make our big announcement!

Elise and Mike are back for one more mini episode before season two of And Just Like That... begins. Only, it's not so mini, because in addition to Elise sharing her adventures at the Sex and the City Experience, the two of them discussing a new interview between creator and leading ladies, and Kim Cattrall's new series, they are finally announcing the new project they've been working on, and they have a sneak peak! (Listen?) So much is happening! Enjoy...

Jun 21, 202336 minSeason 12Ep. 3
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