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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

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01:08:01

S3 EP06: Are We Sluts?

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2022/08/03

This week on Shortcomings, Sam and Chris take on a strange, sex-negative episode of SATC. But before that, they revisit And Just Like That and beg that you re-watch it. And they get into Alexander Lumley (new king alert), Samantha being run out of her building, Miranda revisiting her sexual past, and Aidan's new philosophy. Take a listen!Follow Us Online:Sam - @bravohistorian / @takeyourzoloftChris - @clewis1219A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and

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01:20:43

S3 EP05: No Ifs, Ands, or Butts

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2022/07/27

And Just Like That...Sam and Chris are back and with the most problematic episode yet. But first, they share a little about a chaotic visit to Detroit, wax poetic about documentaries, and crown a nickname for Shortcomings fans. And then they get into it - Steve's attempt to become a millionaire (flop), the introduction of Aidan (lies and flops), and the infamous Samantha dates a Black guy storyline (FLOP). It's a lot! Take a listen. SATC Talk starts at 10:56Links:Vanity

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01:10:29

S3 EP04: Boy, Girl, Boy, Girl…

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2022/04/27

It’s the most chaotic Shortcomings yet as Sam and Chris take on one of the most problematic SATC episodes. But before then, they discuss Brooklyn Beckham (Why? Unclear!) and how his father hoodwinked us all. And then they get into Carrie’s dizzy takes on sexuality, Samantha as our modern queen, and the downfall of Steve Brady. Take a listen!

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S3 EP03: Attack of the Five-Foot Ten Woman

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2022/04/20

And just like that…we’re back! Sam and Chris are fresh from a little break that included COVID, head colds, and broadway shows. We get into how we should celebrate 50 episodes of Shortcomings and then dizziest Carrie we’ve seen yet. We couldn’t help but wonder…how do we feel about Magda? What is going on with body image on SATC? And should this whole show be about Natasha? Take a listen!

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01:04:43

S3 EP02: Politically Erect

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2022/04/06

It’s so hard to say goodbye! Sam and Chris bid adieu to the one and only Bill Kelley, but before that they give an impassioned plea to everyone on the internet. And then they get into whether water sports are on the table, discuss heightism in dating, and figure out where politics and SATC meet. Take a listen!

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01:09:53

S3 EP01: Where There’s Smoke…

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2022/03/30

It’s finally here - the arrival of Bill Kelley! But before Sam and Chris get into it, they catch-up on their new obsession, The Dropout. And then they get into the introduction of an iconic silver fox, ponder what the sexiest profession is, and they fight about Steve Brady…what else is new? Take a listen!

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01:21:34

S2 EP18: Ex and the City

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2022/03/23

We did it! We finished season two, and that means we finally get to the heart of the matter - season 3! But before then, Sam and Chris take on whether you can be friends with an ex. They get into another heated discussion about Steve Brady, ponder why Charlotte’s love interest is a horse, and sing the praises of Barbra Streisand. Take a listen, curly girlies!

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01:09:40

S2 EP17: Twenty-Something Girls vs. Thirty-Something...

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2022/03/16

This week Sam and Chris take on their Biggest question yet…Dr. Bradley Meego, friend or foe? But before then, they go through a list of the top ten boyfriends (spoiler alert - we disagree on a lot of them). And then we take on an iconic episode that includes Charlotte getting crabs (btws what are crabs?), Samantha almost meeting her match, and a reveal that leaves Carrie shaking. Take a listen! And then you can join Chris over at The Dipp as he ranks his bottom ten SATC men

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01:01:59

S2 EP16: Was It Good For You?

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2022/03/09

This week Sam and Chris take on the big question…are they good in bed? And then they get into the ladies. Charlotte is struggling after her boyfriend falls asleep, Samantha is propositioned by two psychos, and Carrie is in a very problematic situation/storyline. It’s a lot. Join Chris over at the Dipp this week to talk about your favorite music in the show, because this episode has Ms. Ross the Boss. We’re going to be doing some community conversation at the Dipp, so now is a great

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01:06:39

S2 EP15: Shortcomings

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2022/03/02

Sam and Chris take on KING Justin Theroux’s second appearance in the SATC cinematic universe. But before that, they ask the important question - should they take on Gilmore girls in a special episode? Let us know! And then they get into whether you should sleep with your friend’s brother. Does SATC hate children? And is family worth a BIG shortcoming. Take a listen!

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01:01:51

S2 EP14: The Fuck Buddy

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2022/02/23

Sam and Chris take on yet another filler episode of Sex and the City and get into it. But before that, they discuss their newest obsession, Love is Blind. And then they couldn’t help but wonder…does Miranda actually have a thing for mean men? Is Jesus our finest side character yet? Oh and Carrie wears the Heidi dress. Take a listen!

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01:04:33

S2 EP13: Games People Play

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2022/02/16

It’s perhaps the most chaotic episode of Shortcomings yet! But before they get into it, Chris gives a quick review of the Oscar nominations (Lost Daughter!). Then it’s a review of an episode that includes Carrie going to therapy, Samantha dating a Sports stan, and Miranda is flashing a neighbor. Oh Jon Francis Bon Jovi, Jr join us! Take a listen!

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01:18:28

S2 EP12: La Douleur Exquise

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2022/02/09

We are back to the original series and it feels right! But before we get into the episode, we break down a bit more the AJLT documentary and issue a warning. Then we couldn’t help but wonder…is Chris’ favorite episode just an episode of And Just Like That; is Kirstin Davis the finest comedic actress of all time; Miranda vs. Rambo in the original run; and, dear god, we love SJP. Take a listen!

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01:22:46

And Just Like That (We Want More)

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2022/02/04

It’s the final episode of And Just Like That and we’re feeling things! We get into how much we love the new ladies; wonder who's the bigger asshole, Brady or Rock; and discuss the beautiful open ending. Take a listen!

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01:19:41

And Just Like That (We’re Shipping)

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2022/01/28

This week is the penultimate episode of And Just Like That and Sam and Chris are taking it all on. They get into whatever is going on with Brady Hobbes, chat about the differences between our original foursome and the new characters, and discuss whether we have a new hot couple…Carrie and Steve? Take a listen!

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01:04:34

And Just Like That (We're Iconic with Danny Pellegrino)

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2022/01/24

In this special bonus episode of Shortcomings, Sam and Chris are joined by a truly iconic guest, Danny Pellegrino, to break-down And Just Like That. 8 episodes have aired and we just take time to get into it. Che Diaz, comedy concerts, Steve defenders, Louise from St. Louis as a ghost, and what we want to see moving forward. We are simply humbled to have a star amongst us! Take a listen.Make sure to listen to Danny's podcast Everything Iconic and pre-order his upcoming book, How Do

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01:14:06

And Just Like That (We’re Processing)

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2022/01/21

This one is a doozy of a Shortcomings episode. Sam and Chris are simply not on the same page about this one, but before they get into it Chris shares who’s haunting his dreams and the five cameos he needs if there’s a season 2 of And Just Like That. Then they get into the episode and ponder the demise of the Hobbes-Brady marriage, full-frontal shots, and Carrie’s intense focus on their neighbors. Take a listen!

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01:13:14

And Just Like That (We’re At It Again)

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2022/01/14

With only three episodes of the next chapter left, Sam and Chris couldn’t help but wonder…where is this all going? But before they get into the episode, Chris shares a few recommendations (watch The Lost Daughter ASAP). They then share their mutual feelings about the lack of LTW, dig into exactly what is going on with Steve, and go to town on our newest man Peter…iconic everyman or jester flop? Take a listen!

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01:12:08

And Just Like That (We’re Dragged)

Shortcomings ·

2022/01/07

It’s episode 6 of the next chapter and we’re moving forward and backwards all at once. But before we get into the episode, we have a dramatic reading of our more honest reviews and then we take on Charlotte’s evolving apartment, Anthony joining the girls, Che Diaz discourse, and we bow at the feet of Queen Seema. Take a listen!

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01:26:09

And Just Like That (We’re Aroused)

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2021/12/31

It’s episode 5 of the next chapter and it feels like coming home. We take on perhaps the only sexy sex scene in our herstory, applaud the casting decisions of the men we’re getting, and are crying over the inclusion of our queen, Samantha Jones. It feels like we’re back! Take a listen!

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