Elise Castle and Mike Jensen
We Couldn't Help But Wonder - A Journey Through Sex and the City
Mike Jensen has seen the Sex and the City series many times. Elise Castle has never seen a single episode. "We Couldn't Help But Wonder" what would happen if these two went on an episode by episode journey through the whole series. Join us as Mike watches for the (insert embarrassing number here) time and Elise is watching for the very first. We will discuss how the series holds up almost 20 years later, our own experiences living in NYC, and the debate over too much cranberry juice in the Cosmopolitan.
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Elise Castle and Mike Jensen
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Nov 17, 2025
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Episodes
S12 Ep12: And Just Like That... Moonstruck! 12.11.2023 39:16
Along with a new episode of We Couldn't Help But Wonder, Elise and Mike share part one of their conversation about the Cher/Nicholas Cage classic, Moonstruck. Written by John Patrick Shanley, and directed by Norman Jewison, this 1987 multiple award winning film brings together an amazing cast of mostly New York based actors to tell a story of love, passion, fate, and the opera. That's Amore!
S12 Ep11: And Just Like That... A bus tour! 03.09.2023 24:03
As Mike and Elise wait to be able to talk about the rest of the second season of And Just Like That... they're back with a quick spoiler free episode about their recent experience going on the New York City Sex and the City bus tour! If you can't tell by Mike's nervous giggle right at the very beginning, he was somewhat uncertain about the experience. Turns out, it was a blast, and both Mike and E...
S12 Ep10: And Just Like That... Bomb Cyclone 30.07.2023 1:00:40
Carrie is speaking at a convention, Charlotte tries to support Lily, even through her and Harry's discomfort, Miranda has more than one uncomfortable conversation that needs to be had, Nya is working on her divorce papers, Lisa is being honored by MoMA, Seema has a proposal in store, and Che simply needs to leave the apartment. Also, winter is coming... In other news, Mike and Elise have an announ...
S12 Ep9: And Just Like That... Trick Or Treat 23.07.2023 1:00:58
Carrie stands in the bike lane, Nya has a one night stand, Miranda finds a new place to sleep, Charlotte gets to relive her teen model days vicariously, Seema finds out she can still be surprised, Che gets some bad feedback, and LTW refuses to be Comptrolled. Happy Hu...err...Halloween!
S12 Ep8: And Just Like That... Alive! 16.07.2023 57:01
Carrie gets a text from a man she doesn't know, and an invitation from a woman she knows all too well. Meanwhile, Che and Miranda are back in New York City, and are navigating new relationship territory, LTW and Herbert struggle to "have it all" as a very important date approaches, with the kids away, Charlotte and Harry face an unusual diagnoses, and Seema has her bag stolen. That's MY Birkin!
S12 Ep7: And Just Like That... Chapter Three 09.07.2023 1:00:49
Carrie is recording the audiobook for her newest memoir, and it's bringing up all the greif she thought she'd put behind her. Miranda is alarmed by a call from Brady and causes drama on the set of Che's taping. Nya discovers she may in fact be ready to get out there again. Charlotte and LTW are after a newly circulated list...and Elise hates everything about it. Plus several drop-ins from cast mem...
S12 Ep6: And Just Like That... You've Got Mail! 06.07.2023 36:11
Elise and Mike are sharing an episode of their other podcast with We Couldn't Help But Wonder listeners. On that podcast they recap and comment on romantic comedies set in New York City and do so with the same detail and humor that they've brought to over one hundred episodes regarding Sex and the City, both SATC movies, and And Just Like That... in this episode they talk about You've Got Mail. I...
S12 Ep5: And Just Like That... The Real Deal 02.07.2023 58:53
Carrie and Franklyn get a very specific writing assignment, Charlotte goes on a mission to retrieve Lily's consigned clothes, Miranda discovers even more of what she doesn't know about Che, while Che deals with another change to the show they thought they were making, Nya finds out how much Andre hasn't listened to her, Herbert and Lisa deal with a visit from Eunice, and Seema questions her instin...
S12 Ep4: And Just Like That... Met Cute 25.06.2023 52:23
Carrie is wondering if she can avoid taking her new relationship any further than it already is. Charlotte and Lisa have stuff to say about their supportive husbands. Miranda worries that Che is pulling away. Seema is meeting the son and the ex-wife. Nya is navigating life with an estranged husband on tour. And Anthony would just like to know whether or not he's going to the Met Gala...err...Ball....
S12 Ep3: And Just Like that... we make our big announcement! 21.06.2023 35:33
Elise and Mike are back for one more mini episode before season two of And Just Like That... begins. Only, it's not so mini, because in addition to Elise sharing her adventures at the Sex and the City Experience, the two of them discussing a new interview between creator and leading ladies, and Kim Cattrall's new series, they are finally announcing the new project they've been working on, and they...
S12 Ep2: And Just Like That... we have a new trailer! 03.06.2023 22:18
Elise and Mike are here to break down the new season two trailer, which has quite a bit more information than the teaser had, so there's that question answered! There's quite a bit more Che, a very tipsy Charlotte, ladies in new and fun groupings, and, of course, an email to Aiden. And then there's the real news. Kim Cattrall is back(exclamation point/question mark/probably both), and Elise and Mi...
S12 Ep1: And Just Like That... season two is coming! 21.05.2023 27:43
Season two is just around the corner and Elise and Mike are back to break down what the teaser trailer has to say and show. Admittedly, it's not much, so they also share some ideas and hopes for the next chapters in this story. Plus, they announce that they'll be making an announcement. So that's exciting! Right...?
S11 Ep13: Five Years Later! 05.11.2022 41:07
It's been 5 years since Mike and Elise put out their first episode! To mark the occasion, they take a look back at the very first Sex and the City episode, the first episode of And Just Like That, discuss the (very limited) information they know about the upcoming season, and each share five memories of the journey thus far that they still think about. So enjoy this look back as we wait for what's...
S11 Ep12: And Just Like That... Documentary and Season One Recap! 22.03.2022 50:13
Elise and Mike talk about the HBO Max documentary as well as the (first? only?) season of And Just Like That... to talk about behind the scenes antics, costumes, so many shoes, major hat drama, and to wonder why no one should wear pink. They also clear up a few things about the series, and answer some questions. And just like that, its the end of an era... (?)
S11 Ep11: And Just Like That... Seeing The Light 13.02.2022 49:06
It's the finale of season one of And Just Like That... (we're being optimistic) Miranda gets some new information from Che. Charlotte works hard to plan the perfect day for Rock. Nya and Andre are taking some time apart. Seema can't seem(a) to complete a phone conversation with Carrie. And Carrie thinks she's getting a message from the other side through her lamp. Plus, the diner! And a very surpr...
S11 Ep10: And Just Like That... No Strings Attached 06.02.2022 45:04
Carrie prepares for a do-over with the teacher but can't bring herself to take her wedding ring off. Miranda and Che's relationship is going better than expected, but still hits a few snags. Charlotte is dealing with developments involving her children. And at a shelter in Brooklynn, worlds collide as our core ladies new friends meet, and Nya and Andre continue to struggle with what to do about ki...
S11 Ep9: And Just Like That... Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered 30.01.2022 46:34
After coming clean to Che about her marriage, Miranda has to decide how and what to tell Steve. Charlotte and Lily clash over an online post. And as Carrie takes stock of her past (mostly her clothes), she also begins to learn more about the mysterious and cool new neighbor who lives on the first floor.
S11 Ep8: And Just Like That... Sex And The Widow 23.01.2022 56:57
Carrie has a new book, and her editor loves it but wonders if there can't be a glimmer of hope. Meanwhile, Nya is having a hard time telling Andre that she's not pregnant, Charlotte invites Harry to play tennis and maybe regrets it, Miranda continues to pine over Che even while trying to jump start things at home, and Lisa struggles at a school function. And Carrie goes on a date, that goes extrem...
S11 Ep7: And Just Like That... Diwali 16.01.2022 55:11
After discussing the proper pronunciation of this episode, Elise and Mike get into the details. Carrie is apartment shopping and then apartment buying, apartment disliking, and eventually apartment selling. Charlotte tries to deal with her ever changing daughters. Anthony brings Carrie with him to visit the least pushy plastic surgeon ever (or is he?). Miranda is... being a bit obsessive about one...
S11 Ep6: And Just Like That... Tragically Hip 09.01.2022 55:46
After a conversation with Seema (and an orthopedic surgeon) Carrie undergoes hip surgery, and as Charlotte and Miranda join forces to help her recover, Carrie revisits memories of Samantha, Charlotte and Harry try to keep up with their child's self identity, and Miranda continues down a path that could change everything.
S11 Ep5: And Just Like That... Some Of My Best Friends 05.01.2022 56:48
Mike is back in New York City and he and Elise are back on the podcast. Carrie makes a big decision and finds herself a real estate broker. Charlotte tries to throw a dinner party for her new friend Lisa only to discover how "vanilla" her circle of friends is. Miranda has a heart to heart with her law professor. And both Carrie and Anthony get surprise messages from Stanford.
S11 Ep4: And Just Like That... When In Rome 26.12.2021 49:18
In the aftermath of tragedy, Carrie makes a startling discovery that sets her off on a mission. One of Charlotte's children shares a personal piece of information. Che is taping a comedy special. Miranda starts seeking change in the most surprising of places. And yet another face from the past comes back for a visit!
S11 Ep3: And Just Like That... Little Black Dress 19.12.2021 53:40
In the wake of tragedy, Carrie starts preparing for her next steps as pretty much everyone else makes it about them. Miranda continues to misstep (Learn? Grow?) in her education. Charlotte continues to cry. Che clashes with Carrie's "ride or die." Stanford continues to behave in strange and somewhat unexplainable ways. And an unexpected guest makes a surprise "appearance." Actually, a couple do.
S11 Ep2: And Just Like That... Hello It's Me 12.12.2021 55:21
Elise and Mike are back with their first recap episode in over a year! They breakdown the first episode of the new series, And Just Like That... (Most of) The ladies are back, and we go from lunch as usual to the absence of Samantha explained, Miranda returning to school, Charlotte dealing with her daughters, Carrie trying to get the hang of her new(ish?) podcasting job, and final moments that Eli...
S11 Ep1: What To Expect When You're Expecting (a Sex and the City reboot, that is...) 10.10.2021 29:24
Elise and Mike are back with what is known about the upcoming Sex and the City reboot, And Just Like That, as well as a few guesses about what might be, some personal updates, a Cynthia Nixon story, and an encounter with Patti LuPone. Now you know you want to hear about that...
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