
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
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 197 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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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
And just when you thought we'd never discuss Girls again, here we are - it was a long hiatus, but we're back in Brooklyn and happy to be there. But before then, we catch up with Sam in the New York Snow Storm and try and remember exactly what happene... more
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Early SATC stuff great. Then plummeted into constant negativity. Impossible to love anymore.
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
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!
RIP this podcast
I don’t need to listen to two misogynists bumping their heads against each other. There are plenty of bro podcasts for that if I ever need to listen to a man neg women incessantly.
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Shortcomings delivers candid, humorous pop-culture commentary with two hosts who banter freely about iconic TV shows, films, fashion, and the social landscape surrounding them. Episodes center on analyzing character dynamics, cultural moments, and the evolving expectations of women in media, often blending sharp critique with personal anecdotes. The show stands out for its chemistry, unapologetic takes, and willingness to tackle hot-button topics through a nostalgic yet modern lens, making it a compelling listen for fans of identity-driven media analysis and witty, boundary-pushing banter.
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