Elise Castle and Mike Jensen

We Couldn't Help But Wonder - A Journey Through Sex and the City

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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

Episodes

S3 Ep5: No Ifs, Ands or Butts 05.08.2018 40:16

Elise and Mike have a lot to say about episode 5 of season 3. There are dog issues, bad kissing, unsupportive significant others, troublesome racial confrontations, and talk about whether or not that last comma I used was even necessary. Also, smoking. Slap on a nichotine patch and enjoy!

S3 Ep4: Boy, Girl, Boy, Girl... 29.07.2018 39:05

Elise and Mike take a look at episode 4 of season 3. We have Drag Kings, Ice Skating, Alanis Morissette, and the longest clip ever used on the podcast because Cynthia Nixon is just that good. Take a spin!

S3 Ep3: Attack of the Five Foot Ten Woman 22.07.2018 32:10

Elise and Mike discuss the third epode of season 3. From the perils of brunch, to spa etiquette, and quite a bit of boob talk. Plus, Elise feels personally attacked. Enjoy!

S3 Ep2: Politically Erect 15.07.2018 40:56

Elise and Mike meander through the second episode of season 3. Off topic rants include a Grease the Musical fantasy casting, an investigation conserning height, a foray into hanky code, and they do discuss the plot of the episode a bit. Enjoy the randomness of it all!

S3 Ep1: Where There's Smoke... 08.07.2018 36:45

Elise and Mike are back with the season 3 premier! They talk about scoring, what a comptroller is, and Elise becomes strangly defensive regarding Staten Island. Speaking of which, head to our Instagram or Facebook to see part of our Staten Island Ferry adventure!

S2 Ep19: Season Two Recap! 17.06.2018 26:39

Elise and Mike look back on the entirety of season 2. They discuss favorite lines, moments they can't let go of, things they forgot to mention, favorite episodes, and tell the tale of the search for a location that involved over 13,000 steps, Big Gay Ice Cream and an accidental quesadilla. Plus season 3 news!

S2 Ep18: Ex And The City 17.06.2018 34:06

Elise and Mike take a look at the final episode of season 2! There's the return of Steve, a lunch that doesn't go well, and a couple of stallions. Ay-oh!! Have a listen and then tune into the season 2 recap.

S2 Ep17: Twenty-Something Girls vs. Thirty-Something Women 10.06.2018 44:33

Elise and Mike look at the penultimate (Mike really likes that word) episode of season 2. Topics include questionable cocktails, alternate modes of transportation, and that Britney Spears movie! Excellent!!

S2 Ep16: Was It Good For You? 03.06.2018 30:24

Elise and Mike ponder episode 16 of season two. There's awkward threesomes, cigarette throwing, weird street run-ins, bedding drama, and the most bizarre "class" ever thrown or attended. There's a lot going on here. And stay tuned after the credits for a look at Elise and Mike’s stunning lack of classical music knowledge.

S2 Ep15: Shortcomings 27.05.2018 31:12

Elise and Mike take a look at the 15th episode of season two. Topics include gym memberships, bagel spreads, and appropriate familial conversations. And a familiar face is back!

S2 Ep14: The F*ck Buddy 20.05.2018 34:42

Elise and Mike take a look at the 14th episode of season two. From the return of a beloved character to the departure of that beloved character the most important thing that happened was the decision to go get sushi. Plus Mike gets Elise to swear first.

S2 Ep13: Games People Play 13.05.2018 25:27

A kinda short episode about a kinda short episode. As the last third of season two begins Elise and Mike talk about games, therapy, sports, dead end street orange salespeople, games, flashing and sports. There's a lot about games and sports. Go team!

S2 Ep12: La Douleur Exquise! 06.05.2018 36:24

Elise and Mike take a peak at episode 12 of season two. It's the episode where Elise calls a gibson a gimlet, Mike admits no gay bar in New York would hire him, Elise refers to Stanford as Skipper, and Mikes confuses a shoe store with a rapper. They also talk about what happens in the episode. Profit bien!

S2 Ep11: Evolution 29.04.2018 41:02

Elise and Mike take a look at episode eleven of season two. They discuss biology, masculinity, femininity and fret over one tiny little mouse.

S2 Ep10: The Caste System 22.04.2018 45:16

Elise and Mike discuss the tenth episode of season two. In this recording Elise and Mike got a bit of a late start and they where so hungry that Elise got a bit rambly and Mike started to pass out. It's a fun adventure for all!

S2 Ep9: Old Dogs, New Dicks 15.04.2018 48:11

Elise and Mike take a look at episode nine of season two. Topics range from dating schedules to drag bingo and, speaking of which, they have their first guest on the podcast! Welcome Steven Polito, aka Hedda Lettuce, aka Brad, aka Samantha. Enjoy!

S2 Ep8: The Man, The Myth, The Viagra 08.04.2018 39:09

Elise and Mike take on episode eight of season two. They talk about stand up comedy, the state of the martini, and yes...THAT cameo... Enjoy!

S2 Ep7: The Chicken Dance 01.04.2018 37:52

Elise and Mike take a look at episode seven of season two. They cover everything from heteronormative toothbrush heads to how to properly order a drink. Also, the end of Claire's and a future with scrunchies. Enjoy!

S2 Ep6: The Cheating Curve 25.03.2018 34:55

Elise and Mike take a look at the sixth episode of season two. They discuss shower grooming, power lesbians, the excess of documentary film makers on this show and the greatest idea for a series of short films ever. (Chris Noth, were coming for you...)

S2 Ep5: Four Women And A Funeral 18.03.2018 38:16

Elise and Mike take a look at episode five of season two. Topics include funeral etiquette, bad real estate agents, and a possible cigarette brand conspiracy theory! Hold on to your hats...

S2 Ep4: They Shoot Single People, Don't They? 11.03.2018 36:32

Elise and Mike take a look at the fourth episode of season two. They talk about staying out too late, being helpful in bed and VCRs. Plus, there's Bradley Cooper!!! (Mike swoons...)

S2 Ep3: The Freak Show 04.03.2018 33:02

Elise and Mike take a look at episode three of season two. They talk about oysters, exotic fruits and other things people like to eat. And they agree on one thing for sure. Oysters are gross. Bon Appetit!

S2 Ep2: The Awful Truth 25.02.2018 31:03

Elise and Mike take a look at the second episode of season two. Topics range from bringing your pet to a restaurant (Mike is not a fan) to what you can say in bed (Elise feels uncomfortable). Enjoy!

S2 Ep1: Take Me Out To The Ball Game 18.02.2018 25:41

Elise and Mike are back with the Season Two Premier! Topics range from appropriate seasonal wear to (just outside of) locker room behavior. Take a listen and have a ball! (See what I did there?)

S1 Ep14: Season One Recap! 04.02.2018 26:59

Elise and Mike recap Season One! They discuss favorite lines, moments they still can't get over, moments they forgot to mention and favorite episodes. Have a listen and join us when we return for Season Two!