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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

tv & film tv reviews

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02:14:14

And Just Like That - Present Tense

Shortcomings ·

2025/07/25

We did it, ya'll! We survived Aidan 3.0 and we couldn't feel any lighter, but before that we discuss the Epstein files (sorry); the new film Sorry, Baby (love); and the MCU (sorry...again). And then we get into it all: age gap relationships, smelly boys, our hopes for LTW, Charlotte's vertigo, our continued love of Joy, and Duncan Duncan Duncan. Take a listen!And Just Like That begins at 56:40

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01:39:07

And Just Like That - Happily Ever After

Shortcomings ·

2025/07/21

Aidan is in town and even HBOMax knows it's a horror show, but before that we get into the depths of what we don't know (Max Original Programming) and what we do know (Bravo). And then we get into it all - Charlotte's vertigo, LTW's papaya crush, Miranda and Joy's big little step, and whatever the hell Miss Bradshaw is doing. Oh and crystal deodorant.

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02:07:02

And Just Like That - They Wanna Have Fun

Shortcomings ·

2025/07/14

It hardly seems possible, but it feels like we've turned a corner. The girls gather for Charlotte's birthday and perhaps fun is had! But before that, we discuss Sam's trip to Beyonce's Cowboy Carter tour. And then we get into it all - Carrie's writing style, Miranda's joyful party style, Charlotte and Harry as couple goals, and all that karaoke. Take a listen!To support Shortcomings, visit us at patreon.com/shortcomingspodcast

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01:46:40

And Just Like That - Silent Mode

Shortcomings ·

2025/07/04

It may have taken longer than we wanted, but we're finally somewhere and it feels so good. Before we get into the episode, we briefly chat about the NYTIMES Top 100 movies of the 21st Century and Love Island. But then we take it all on - LTW's loss, Charlotte as Pollyanna, Aidan's haunting appearance, and the joy of Joy.

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01:55:16

And Just Like That - Under the Table

Shortcomings ·

2025/06/27

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.

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01:57:34

And Just Like That - Apples to Apples

Shortcomings ·

2025/06/20

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!!

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01:56:33

And Just Like That - Carrie Golightly

Shortcomings ·

2025/06/13

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

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01:29:28

And Just Like That - The Rat Race

Shortcomings ·

2025/06/06

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.

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01:15:06

And Just Like That - Outlook Good

Shortcomings ·

2025/05/30

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

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01:18:46

Girls - A Special Recap

Shortcomings ·

2025/04/29

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

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01:46:50

Girls - Home Birth (Sort Of)

Shortcomings ·

2025/04/20

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

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01:13:58

Girls - Daddy Issues

Shortcomings ·

2025/04/09

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!

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01:34:38

Girls - Tad & Loreen & Avi & Shanaz

Shortcomings ·

2025/03/21

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!

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01:39:21

Girls - Ask Me My Name

Shortcomings ·

2025/03/14

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!

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01:44:22

Girls - Close-Up

Shortcomings ·

2025/03/05

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!

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01:18:01

Girls - Sit-In

Shortcomings ·

2025/02/14

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!

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01:29:50

Girls - Cubbies

Shortcomings ·

2025/02/07

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!

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01:19:11

Girls - Female Author

Shortcomings ·

2025/02/01

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!

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01:32:21

Girls - Triggering

Shortcomings ·

2025/01/31

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!

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02:12:54

Girls - Iowa

Shortcomings ·

2025/01/17

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!

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