Dawson's Darlings

Season five is here! In an episode chock full ‘o stories, guest stars, and One Tree Hill references, we are back with Screek & Co. as The J’s take over the Sugar Shack and Dawson shows off his knees. (The episode description makes a lot more sense after you listen to the episode) Season 5, Episode 1 - “The Bostonians”   From HBO Max: Though they have all left Capeside for school and beyon...

Let’s start with this fact and go from there: how DARE anyone give this one a 23% on Rotten Tomatoes? In our longest episode yet, Zazz goes beat-by-beat through Coyote Ugly, and Kim tells the story of a social media interaction that had her rethinking her entire life. From Amazon Prime: Graced with a velvet voice, 21-year-old Violet Sanford heads to New York to pursue her dream of becoming a songw...

It’s the season four finale! Can. You. Believe. It?? (We cannot) Dawson and Joey are making moves, Kim has a hot press on nail tip (not press on nail tips, a tip about press on nails), and Zazz rounds out the episode with some #TechTalk. Plus, special guest star Retro has *thoughts*. Season 4, Episode 23 - “Coda”    From HBO Max: As Dawson prepares to leave for college, he and Joey reuni...

Listen as Zazz and Kim realize, ON AIR, that Eataly is a chain. Plus, Zazz has an A+ snack, Drew has a C- prank, Grams has a quick sale on the house, and Kim is ABSOLUTELY FINE with it being Election Day. Season 4, Episode 22: “The Graduate” From HBO Max: Graduation for the Class of 2001 brings friends and family back together as it prepares to drive them apart.

Kim tells an embarrassing story about being a fan of this episode’s writer, while Zazz has some very specific thoughts on Das*ni water. Oh, and also, the cast of characters of Dawson’s Creek do different things. Season 4, Episode 21: “Separation Anxiety”   From HBO Max: Gretchen’s return to college forces Dawson to make an important decision of his own; Jen balks when Grams wants to sell the...

In an episode recorded right after Midnights was released, Zazz is upset about hand gestures, Kim is upset about never holding a World Record, and everyone with a heart is upset about how Pacey treats Joey. Season 4, Episode 20 - “Promicide” From HBO Max: While sparking a pair of possible romances, Capeside’s senior prom threatens the future of two others.

What’s the difference between fishing and camping? What’s the proper length of time Gail can be overdue before she gets induced? What’s more important, being a good girlfriend or being a girlfriend with surprises? All the questions get answered and more! Season 4, Episode 19: “Late”    From HBO Max: As Gail struggles with an overdue baby, Joey worries that she may be pregnant.

Zazz is bringing an "I'm about to see Lizzo in concert" energy to this episode,  and really... do you need to know anything else? Oh, also, equally exciting, we finally have a Jen episode! Season 4, Episode 18: “Eastern Standard Time” From HBO Max: Senior Ditch Day sends Dawson and Gretchen on a road trip to Maine; Jen takes Joey to New York for a showdown with her dad.

The ladies are on one (aren’t they always?) about college tuition prices, while Zazz gives a play-by-play of Aaron Judge’s time at bat. Season 4, Episode 17: “Admissions”   From HBO Max: The excitement over Joey’s college admission is dimmed when she learns how much it’s going to cost.

We asked for a storyline for Jen. We begged for a storyline for Jen. All to get… this one. Also, as a reminder: no good comes from lying. Season 4, Episode 15: “Mind Games” From HBO Max: Pacey and Joey’s effort to spend a night together create an opportunity for Dawson and Gretchen; Jen enlists Jack to help spy on her therapist

Zazz has pretzels, Kim just remembered about allergies, and this episode... exists. Season 4, Episode 15 - “Four Stories” From HBO Max: As Pacey and Joey analyze their first sexual experience, Brooks’ death brings Dawson and Gretchen’s relationship into focus; a psychologist presses Jen about her past, while Dawson asks Joey if she’s had sex.

This episode’s got it all: guest stars, weak ankles, the fragility of life, and the Why Are Men?-ness of Why Are Men? (seriously. Why?) Season 4, Episode 14: “A Winter’s Tale” From HBO Max: As his friends wrestle with sex during a senior class ski trip, Dawson discovers that he’s been given the power over Mr. Brooks’ life.

Let's just get to the bottom of it... is Drue unredeemable? Season 4, Episode 13: “Hopeless” From HBO Max: Dawson is less than comfortable about meeting Gretchen’s friends; Joey and Pacey are enlisted to help Drue get through an important date.

A rough night for Pace, a confusing night for Gretchen and Dawson, and a bummer of some company for Jen. Plus! Zazz has thoughts on surprise parties, and Kim has proof that no one should ever invite her to parties (surprise or not). #SBP Season 4, Episode 12: “The Te of Pacey” From HBO Max: Joey’s surprise birthday party for Pacey amplifies long-simmering emotional tensions in the Witter family.

Zazz nails an impression of teenagers in the morning and how to pronounce La Croix; Kim does not nail The New Normal; Joey nails Drue’s cheek with her fist; and Dawson tells Pacey he’s trying to… politely and sweetly woo Gretchen. Season 4, Episode 11: “The Tao of Dawson” From HBO Max: Pacey tries to disrupt Dawson’s efforts to woo his sister; Dru’e mischief ends with him and Joey locked inside a...

Post-Gretchen kiss, Dawson’s playing it cool; Joey and Pacey are playing it house; and we’re all playing like we’re not annoyed to meet new character Toby. (Also, for real: “Self-Reliance” is accurate. “Self reliance” is not. Who made this choice?) Season 4, Episode 10: “Self Reliance” From HBO Max : As Mr. Brooks’ revelations about his past inspire Dawson, Pacey is encouraged to push his own rela...

Kim reacts to even the thought of the word “chicken,” Zazz isn’t ready for Christmas yet, Jen knits now, and apparently this entire episode is sponsored by Up and Up Brand Christmas Lights.

It’s senior prank time, baybee! And while Dawson and Pacey do their thing, Jack is in the middle of a fight for women athletes (and the Alex Morgan origin story)! Season 4, Episode 8: The Unusual Suspects From HBO Max: Dawson, Pacey and Jack are suspected of a senior class prank.

It’s an Andie-heavy episode (and also an Andie goodbye episode). But first, she’s typing up a few loose ends. Plus, Zazz is dropping some high school TEA and a quick convo about Rock the Vote (are you registered to vote?? You can do it at www.werethepeople.turbovote.org) Season 4, Episode 7: You Had Me at Goodbye" From HBO Max: An opportunity for time off before college prompts Andie to try bringi...

Are raves still a thing? What about maps? And newspapers? We answer all those questions and more in this week's episode! Season 4, Episode 6: Great Expectations From HBO Max: Andie’s effort to celebrate her admission to Harvard ends up endangering her life.

Three women make their own decisions about their own bodies because this is a fictional show from the early 2000s. Plus, Zazz learns a shocking fact about the name of the show and Kim has a TikTok account she hates. From HBO Max: As Dawson discovers that his mom is pregnant, Joey struggles with deciding when to start having sex with Pacey; Jack's sexual orientation causes a problem with his coachi...

An episode chock full ‘o disappointment in Pacey; lessons about how to act drunk; and even though this episode was recording before the Supreme Court’s Roe ruling came down last week, we’re still here to talk about how women are great Plus - an Abby shoutout! Season 4, Episode 4 - “Future Tense” From HBO Max: As the college application process intensifies, Drue organizes a fake birthday for Jen.

It’s a Red Letter Day which means… a live, on-air, purchase of a 2022 Farmer’s Almanac. Kim has some things to say about an old WB show. Not the one you’re thinking of, though! This time it’s a show called “Jack and Jill.” Plus, some BIG developments in Zazz’s live show audience. Season 4, Episode 3: “The Two Gentlemen of Capeside” From HBO Max: A hurricane that threatens Pacey and Jen forces Daws...

We pour one out for Jen and Henry’s relationship, Dawson’s CD college, Pacey’s college prospects, Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul, and Sports Illustrated for Women. And, while Kim wants to talk about October Road, the Voice of the Tristate Area has some thoughts for you on your NYC footwear. Season 4, Episode 2: "Failing Down” From HBO Max: As a new school year finds Pacey on the verge of flunki...

Season 4, Episode 1 - Coming Home New season! New characters! Same boats! From HBO Max: Uncertainty fills the air as Pacey and Joey return to Capeside following their summer-long voyage.