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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…
Episodes
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S5 EP02: Original Sin
Our season five journey continues downhill as we discuss episode 2. But before that, Chris shares how he embarrassed himself in front of our SATC lord, Michael…
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S5 EP01: Anchors Away
Season five is upon us and we're ready to start our eight episode arc. We couldn't help but wonder...what's going on with the accent work? Just how dizzy is…
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S4 EP18: I Heart NY
It's the end of an era as we close out season four. Big is leaving Manhattan, Miranda becomes a mother, Trey makes his final appearance, and Samantha is…
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S4 E17: A Vogue Idea
Carrie presents her first free-lance article to the Vogue editors, who react completely differently: Enid barks it's simply 'her column', so 'not Vogue', but…
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S4 E16: Ring a Ding Ding
It's the end of an era - Carrie and Aidan have finally uncoupled and she may be unhomed. But before that, we break down more AJLT s2 set photos and our…
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S4 EP15: Change Of A Dress
It's not so hard to say goodbye! Sam and Chris have finally made it to the Carrie-Aidan breakup episode and as much as they hate him, we're also a little moved…
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S4 EP14: All That Glitters
We're officially almost through the slog of Aidan Shaw, but before he departs we have to deal with him and a side of KFC. But before that, we discuss his…
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S4 EP13: The Good Fight
"Pop tart, where've you been and what have you been doing?" Sam and Chris have reached another classic SATC episode - Carrie and Aidan are fussing, Charlotte…
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S4 EP12: Just Say Yes
It's a very big episode...Aidan proposes, Richard Wright is wooing Samantha (and us), and Big is acting up again. But before that, we discuss the most recent…
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S4 EP11: Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda
The time has come - Sam and Chris break down (and breakdown) the photo of Aidan and Carrie on the set of And Just Like That. And then we get into an iconic…
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S4 EP10: Belles of the Ball
Shorties, we apologize - this episode was recorded before the photo that rocked us to our core. But we do get into the return of Enid Frick and why Tony Danza…
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S4 EP09: Sex and the Country
Carrie is Suffern and so are we, as Aidan forces us to leave NYC. Everyone is struggling this episode--Miranda has to deal with Steve's diagnosis and his…
ShortcomingsS4 EP08: My Motherboard, My Self
Happy New Year Shorties! Sam and Chris are firmly into 2022 and taking on an iconic SATC episode. Carrie's computer is down bad (so is Aidan), Samantha has…
ShortcomingsS4 EP07: Time & Punishment
We hope you had a wonderful holiday - unless you’re an Aidan fan! Buckle up as Sam and Chris take on his actions this week! But before that you can enjoy a…
ShortcomingsS4 EP06: Baby, Talk is Cheap
This episode is a real grab bag - Carrie enters the digital age and Aidan is welcomed back to our screens formally, Charlotte and Trey officially begin their…
ShortcomingsS4 EP05: Ghost Town
And just like that, Aidan is back...and we're kind of into it! But before then, we get into yet another review that has us shaken like a rattle. Then we get…
ShortcomingsS4 EP04: What's Sex Got To Do With It?
We're down bad as we take on the second appearance of Ray King, but before then we chat a little about the new season of the Crown. And then breakdown a…
ShortcomingsS4 EP03: Defining Moments
This is one chaotic episode of SATC! After flying high, Sam and Chris land in the muck with the introduction of Ray King, Trey's John Thomas, and Doug/Jim…
ShortcomingsS4 EP02: The Real Me
Sam and Chris take on a truly iconic episode of Sex and the City...it's fashion roadkill! They discuss the problematic meeting of Anthony and Stanford, whether…
ShortcomingsS4 EP01: The Agony and the Ex'tacy
Season 4 is here and we're thrilled! Before we get into it, we read a very kind email and rant about Queen Keke Palmer (we won, she's hosting SNL). Then we…
ShortcomingsShorties Q&A
You asked, we answered, it's unhinged! We love you all! Subscribe and Follow Us Online: Sam - @bravohistorian / @takeyourzoloft Chris - @clewis1219 A Hurrdat…
ShortcomingsS3 EP18: Cock a Doodle Do!
We did it...we have come to the end of iconic season 3! Sam and Chris take on the most problematic story in the show's history, ponder whether Miranda is our…
ShortcomingsS3 EP17: What Goes Around Comes Around
Sam and Chris are back home after long travels and are going through it, but not as much as Carrie and the gals. We have finally made it to the Natasha-Carrie…
ShortcomingsS3 EP16: Frenemies
Sam and Chris take on one of the more chaotic, all over the place episodes of SATC. But before then, they chat about the first set photos from AJLT s2, review…
ShortcomingsS3 EP15: Hot Child in the City
am and Chris take on an iconic episode of Sex and the City that has zero iconic moments. They discuss Miranda going back to high school with braces, Samantha's…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We're Talking Gilmore)
Carrie and the girls are back from LA, but Sam and Chris are in Stars Hollow this week. They drop into the love lives of Lorelei and Rory, share their favorite…
ShortcomingsS3 EP14: Sex And Another City
The girls are still in LA and because of that Sam and Chris are down bad! But before that, they cover all shows that are and aren't watching. And then they get…
ShortcomingsS3 EP13: Escape From New York
There's only one thing on our minds this week and it's McConaughey! It's an unhinged episode as Sam and Chris take on the first LA episode. Miranda is trying…
ShortcomingsS3 EP12: Don't Ask, Don't Tell
The affair may be over, but oh the guilt! Sam and Chris take on the newest personality for Ms. Hobbes, Mandy the Stewardess; ponder the specifics of…
ShortcomingsS3 EP11: Running With Scissors
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times as Sam and Chris take on the ending of the affair. Samantha begins to take her sexual health more…
ShortcomingsS3 EP10: All Or Nothing
This week Sam and Chris take on another classic episode and the continued affair arc. Charlotte is fighting with Bunny, Miranda takes her love life to the…
ShortcomingsS3 EP09: Easy Come, Easy Go
And just like that...it's the episodes Sam and Chris have been waiting for since day one of Shortcomings. The affair is upon us! They take on Steve's continued…
ShortcomingsBREAKING NEWS BONUS ...And Just Like That Aiden Returns
Hot Off The Presses.. It's been confirmed John Corbett will be returning for Season 2 of And Just Like That with a multi-episode story arch! Obviously Chris is…
ShortcomingsS3 EP08: The Big Time
Sam and Chris are getting excited, because we’re almost at the affair! But before that, they take on this episode that includes Steve losing his mind, the…
ShortcomingsS3 EP07: Drama Queens
This week on Shortcomings, Sam and Chris take on the return of Mr. Big, Steve's flop skidmark era, and the arrival of Trey MacDougal. It's a lot! They couldn't…
ShortcomingsS3 EP06: Are We Sluts?
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…
ShortcomingsS3 EP05: No Ifs, Ands, or Butts
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…
ShortcomingsS3 EP04: Boy, Girl, Boy, Girl…
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?…
ShortcomingsS3 EP03: Attack of the Five-Foot Ten Woman
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…
ShortcomingsS3 EP02: Politically Erect
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…
ShortcomingsS3 EP01: Where There’s Smoke…
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…
ShortcomingsS2 EP18: Ex and the City
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…
ShortcomingsS2 EP17: Twenty-Something Girls vs. Thirty-Something Women
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…
ShortcomingsS2 EP16: Was It Good For You?
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…
ShortcomingsS2 EP15: Shortcomings
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…
ShortcomingsS2 EP14: The Fuck Buddy
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…
ShortcomingsS2 EP13: Games People Play
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!)…
ShortcomingsS2 EP12: La Douleur Exquise
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…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We Want More)
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…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We’re Shipping)
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…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We're Iconic with Danny Pellegrino)
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…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We’re Processing)
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…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We’re At It Again)
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…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We’re Dragged)
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…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We’re Aroused)
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…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We’re Unhinged)
It’s episode 4 of the next chapter and it’s finally a more Charlotte-centric story! We discuss the introduction of our newest character, Seema; get into making…
ShortcomingsS2 EP11: Evolution
Sam and Chris take on yet another problematic episode (awesome). They ponder the differences between Dominic and Richard Wright, discuss Miranda being an icon…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We're Fighting)
It's episode 3 of the next chapter and the girls (and us) are going through it. We discuss Charlotte and Anthony as friendship goals, beg the question of…
ShortcomingsS2 EP10: The Caste System
Sam and Chris take on our most problematic episode yet. They couldn’t help but wonder...should Steve find a way to be more comfortable with Miranda’s success?…
ShortcomingsAnd Just Like That (We’re Emotional)
The next chapter of Sex and the City is finally here and we take it all on and take no prisoners. Peloton will never see heaven, we give our thoughts on new…