TV & Film · Elise Castle and Mike Jensen
by Elise Castle and Mike Jensen
Mike Jensen has seen the Sex and the City series many times. Elise Castle has never seen a single episode. "We Couldn't Help But Wonder" what would happen if these two went on an episode by episode journey through the whole series. 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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Update: I’ve continued listening (God, I know this is now years after you’ve originally recorded these), but the conversation continues regardless! First of all, you ought to do episodes about Kristin Davis’ podcast! It would be hilariously meta, and let’s face it, we all want to talk about it. Secondly, discussing the ending of the original series, with Big and Carrie getting together in Paris, and some debate about that ending. I have an idea!! Wouldn’t it have been better if at the end, you caught a glimpse of Big’s face over Carrie’s shoulder, and while first blissful, his expression briefly morphed into a range of emotions (eg a flash of doubt). A bit similar to the expressions Samantha made in the pilot episode when she was having sex with Capote Duncan. Bookending the series, and leaving people with a little flutter of….uh oh. Thirdly, among the many, many hilarious things both of you have said, I particularly loved you guys pointing out that Smith was still naked during the curtain call for the Harvest Harvest play. I can’t believe I never noticed that, and it’s sooo funny. I think about that a lot now. Looking forward to more from you both. ——(my original review:) Elise and Mike are such a great team! I absolutely love listening to them. They are both hilarious in different ways, and you get to know them as people, but there isn’t an over-emphasis on them. We all love SATC and have different relationships with it, and it is so interesting to hear their witty, interesting, and hilarious takes on it. I love Elise’s voice and Mike’s laugh. They don’t just pander to loving SATC - they find the quirky things about it that make it special, just like how we all feel about Carrie! Carrie and the show are imperfect, like us all, and we love it all the more for being like us. I will be listening to them long after I finish the SATC content. They are very talented. I’ve had many discussion with my friends about SATC, and it’s fun to hear the takes of people who know more about the professional entertainment world than I do, in this case, they add a lot of knowledge about theatre. I feel like I’ve expanded my horizons listening to it. It’s also great the way they tie in real-life NYC. I’m from NY originally, and it’s even interesting to me to see how other people enjoy the city. I’m definitely obsessed with this podcast. I’d love it if they did The Golden Girls, 30 Rock, or Friends next (my other favorite shows). Hey, can I suggest you guys watch and maybe podcast on If Lucy Fell (very old SJP movie)? The movie gets terrible reviews, but I don’t know why because my friends and I thought it was sweet and hilarious, especially if you love a young SJP. Ben Stiller is absolutely brilliant in that movie, too. Carry on, guys! I will be following your careers, if possible.
Since November I have been listening to these podcasts on morning walks and they cheer me up so much. I have rewatched the series many many times and I love the fresh commentary. Sometimes the guys go a tad off topic but their comments are still something I look forward to. Thank you!!!
I’ve gone through S&tC at least five times now, which includes the movies and AJLT. It’s a comfort thing! Mike and Elise always make me smile and they are the best companion podcast to a very cherished series. Thanks so much for all of your hard work over the years! I can’t wait until 2025 and we get new episodes!
I’ve recently gone through a second sex and the city wave of obsession. I absolutely love hearing these two talk through the episodes! I have binged through this podcast the past 3 weeks and am halfway through season 5 whoops. Elise and Mike have such playful and (typically) lighthearted banter, but I also love the myriad of personal break throughs they have every season. The research, behind the scenes information, and all around banter makes this podcast exquisite. Love it. I know I’m 4 years late to the party but thought I’d give my two cents. Also I deeply appreciate the lack of ads. Truly such a blessing for me…but probably not for Elise and Mike’s bank accounts. <3
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