Rephonic
Artwork for Shortcomings

Shortcomings

Shortcomings
Girls
Sex and the City
Marnie
Hannah
And Just Like That
Relationships
Carrie Bradshaw
Aidan Shaw
Jessa
Adam
New York City
Friendship
Miranda Hobbes
Hannah Horvath
Ray
Desi
Charlotte York
The Carrie Diaries
Sex and the City 2
Adam Driver

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 goi... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes198Founded5 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
TV ReviewsTV & FilmAfter Shows

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Shortcomings

Latest Episodes

They say it's hard to say goodbye, but is it? We dig into the penultimate episode of Girls this week, but before that we touch on the LA Mayoral Race and the state of reality stars. And then we discuss everything else - Hannah's iconic look, the impa... more

We've landed on a GIRLS classic episode that we've wanted to discuss since s1 - Adam and Hannah rekindle their romance, alongside Ray's introduction to Abigail and an iconic needle drop. Take a listen!

"She'll do all she can, for the love of one man, and for millions who love from afar. I'm what you've been needing, It's all here and my heart's pleading...let me be your star...." For some reason, Girls has entered the land of musical theater, so of... more

Adam and Jessa's film is finished, Desi is back, Elijah is acting, and Hannah is going through it, but before any of that - we, of course, discuss our financial practices through the lens of streaming services and the new season of Beverly Hills with... more

Key Facts

Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Every Outfit
Every OutfitEvery Outfit
Sexy Unique Podcast
Sexy Unique PodcastWhat's Your Journey?
Watch What Crappens
Watch What CrappensBen Mandelker & Ronnie Karam

Hosts

Samantha Bush
Host of Shortcomings podcast; prominent voice in pop culture critique and media analysis; provides historical context and personal anecdotes.
Chris Lewis
Co-host with a focus on historical context, sharp analysis, and dynamic conversations around pop culture and media.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • amazing

    Love this podcast from day one, hope we get some Vampire Lestat content from you guys <3

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaulaGEssou
    France2 months ago
  • Great early pods

    Early SATC stuff great. Then plummeted into constant negativity. Impossible to love anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gennaro9396
    United States2 months ago
  • I used to be on patreon

    Contrarian just to be so, inconsistent. Will charge ten bucks or more for patreon and not release episodes. I don’t care if you’re busy… don’t have a podcast and don’t make money off people when you’re lazy. Sam is also always on her high horse too and pretends to be woke and is a closet listener of Morgan Wallen LOL! Which like you can like him but don’t pretend you’re the woke police and you’re better than everyone and shame other people for liking problematic art etc. made me laugh. Save your... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    I_Love_My_Guys23
    United States2 months ago
  • All love..

    From reservoir tips to Skippy to Miranda’s wild hair to Steve voice impressions (“BRADY!!!”) to The Lost Daughter to dingbat Carrie to Scooner & to Aiden’s greezy hair.

    I routinely have people staring at me in the gym for laughing out loud. Love you both!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mooch1973
    United States3 months ago
  • RIP

    RIP this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kris_nole
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners crave longer episodes or more consistent episode drops, but overall feedback highlights strong host rapport and smart critiques.
Fans appreciate candid, unfiltered takes on beloved shows and the ability to challenge fan nostalgia.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and humor, calling the banter entertaining and insightful.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sex and the City: The Movie
Q: Is what Big did forgivable?
No, it is not forgivable to me. It's just not.
Girls - One Man's Trash
Q: Do you feel like that’s the trap though, is like thinking you want what everyone else wants?
It can be challenging since societal expectations may not align with individual desires, leading to confusion about one’s wants.
Girls - One Man's Trash
Q: What do you think of Patrick Wilson?
He is often cast in roles that carry a lot of desire, resembling a character like Armie Hammer in his portrayal of attractiveness.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Shortcomings

What is Shortcomings about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, personality-driven pop culture critique that centers women's perspectives on iconic TV, film, and theater. Episodes blend nostalgic recaps with candid commentary on friendship, identity, and the cultural climate surrounding beloved series, often weaving in personal anecdotes and meta-reflections on the media landscape. Known for witty banter and unflinching takes, the show pursues thoughtful analysis while keeping the conversation lively and accessible for fans of satirical, character-driven storytelling. Its willingness to challenge fan nostalgia and explore social issues through familiar cultural touchstones is a noteworthy edge that helps listeners decide if they want thoughtful debates wrapped in humor.

Across recent samples, ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Shortcomings?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Shortcomings. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Shortcomings and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Shortcomings get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Shortcomings, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Shortcomings?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Shortcomings, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Shortcomings have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Shortcomings has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Shortcomings?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Shortcomings:

1. Everything Iconic with Danny Pellegrino
2. Every Outfit
3. Bitch Is Better
4. Sexy Unique Podcast
5. Watch What Crappens

How many episodes of Shortcomings are there?

Shortcomings launched 5 years ago and published 198 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Shortcomings?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Shortcomings?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Shortcomings from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Shortcomings?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Shortcomings. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days