Ahhhhh, the moment we’ve been waiting for! Every viewer knows that a romance between Luke and Lorelai is inevitable. But Gilmore Girls makes us wait patiently through four full seasons to get there! In today’s episode, sisters and Gilmore aficionados Jackie and Catherine cover the beginning of one of the favorite Gilmore romances - Luke and Lorelai. We chat about the buildup of their physical and emotional intimacy, Luke’s infamous self-help book, how Lorelai was wooed by other boyfriends, and the exciting events surrounding their ultimate romance - Liz and TJ’s wedding and the Dragonfly Inn test run. We are ALL in, townies!Gabbing Episodes mentioned:Ep 4: Do Luke & Lorelai exist without Liz?Ep. 28: Weddings of Gilmore Girls Ep. 32: Top 10 Romantic Musical Moments of Gilmore Girls ✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋We’d love to hear from you. Come join the conversation on Instagram or leave us a voice note. 💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! 🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.
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67. October Bonus: Happy Birthday, Rory Gilmore!
Happy birthday, Rory Gilmore! In honor of Rory’s birthday today, sisters Jackie and Catherine compare the highlights of her major birthdays, including her sweet 16 and the big 21. We answer questions like:Was Emily unreasonable not to give up her claim to Friday nights on Rory’s birthday? Why did Lorelai wake Rory up early in the morning on her birthday?Why doesn’t Rory ever seem to be involved in the planning of her own birthdays?How did the men in Rory’s life show up for her birthday?Did Rory really want that beaded bracelet Emily gave her?Enjoy this preview. For the full episode, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.
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66. Should you rewatch Gilmore Girls? Yes, here’s why.
It’s that time of year - leaves are beginning to fall and you’re unearthing the “Rory sweater” from the depths of your closet. It’s time to rewatch Gilmore Girls!Whether you watch it every fall, or you’re constant loopers like us, Gilmore Girls is a show that begs to be rewatched over and over. Today, sisters Jackie and Catherine delve into the benefits of rewatching and lessons learned from multiple viewings. Which characters would constantly rewatch like us? Which ones would watch it once a year? Most importantly, we reveal ways that our Gilmore opinions have changed over the years - especially when it comes to Christopher as a dad, Dean as a boyfriend, and who we relate to now that we’re in our 40s. Episodes mentioned:Emily in Stars HollowTaylor Doose: Friend or Foe?Rory and Dean: the early romance ✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☎️ Call us! Send us a voice note to share your thoughts about this episode or more topics you’d like to hear about. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! 🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.
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65. How to Throw an Epic Gilmore Girls Watch Party
Get your coffee and Pop-Tarts ready — we’re diving into all things Gilmore party planning! Back in 2016, when the reboot aired, we hosted our first-ever Gilmore Girls watch party, and nothing beats that cozy, small-town vibe with fellow fans. In this episode, we walk you through our How to Throw a GG Watch Party Guide: simple steps for food, decor, activities, and watch lists to make your night feel like Stars Hollow. We’re even better than cousin Marilyn - we’ve got you covered for all of your party needs!If you want to throw your own watch party, our guide walks you through everything we cover in this episode. PLUS - - it contains:7 original Bingo cards2 sets of trivia 3 drink recipes9 curated watch lists, and printable party signs to make hosting easy (and fun)To access the guide, become a FREE Patreon member here.☕ Need gifts for your GG party? Find sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more at our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.
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64. September Bonus: Emotional labor on Gilmore Girls
Why are the women of Gilmore Girls often the ones holding everything (and everyone) together? In this episode, sisters Jackie and Catherine - who are also moms and feminists - explore the idea of emotional labor: the behind-the-scenes effort it takes to manage feelings, smooth over conflicts, and keep relationships running.We’ll talk about how this shows up on the show - whether it’s Emily’s role as corporate wife, Lorelai protecting Christopher from shame, or Rory juggling expectations—and how it connects to terms like the mental load, cognitive load, and invisible work (don’t worry, we’ll explain the differences!)From planning social events to supporting men to have healthy, quality relationships, the women of Stars Hollow are constantly doing the emotional heavy lifting - and we’re digging into why that matters.Enjoy this preview. For the full episode, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.
If Gilmore Girls is your “comfort food,” join sisters Jackie and Catherine in this deep dive discussion of all things Stars Hollow. Coming to you straight from Connecticut, the sisters’ deep love for Lorelai & Rory fuel their “gabbing” about themes like single motherhood, feminism, friendship, parenting, and yes… of course, Rory’s boyfriends. So grab some red vines and coffee, and join these two GG pros for a walk through town square. Copperboom!
P.S. every juicy morsel is on the table. So... not spoiler-free.
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