What Was She Thinking

In this episode of What Was She Thinking? , Kim and Sharla dive into the first four episodes of Dutton Ranch , exploring why the newest chapter in the Yellowstone universe is about much more than cattle and cowboys. From Beth and Rip's unwavering devotion to one another to Carter's youthful innocence and desire to belong, we unpack the relationships driving the story. We also discuss the manipulat...

In this episode of What Was She Thinking? , we discuss the complex mother-daughter relationship at the heart of Is God Is and explore the film’s themes of vengeance, justice, and retribution through a Christian lens. We examine the bond between twin sisters Racine and Anaia, who have been deeply scarred by life yet remain inseparable. Are they examples of the “angry Black woman” stereotype, or are...

In Episodes 5–8 of Margo's Got Money Troubles , the stakes get higher as Margo navigates single motherhood, financial survival, and the growing consequences of her success on OnlyFans. In this episode of What Was She Thinking? , we explore the complicated questions at the heart of Margo's story: Is monetizing your body empowering or exploitative? How much does society still judge women for the cho...

In this episode, we share our experiences as a single mother and the unexpected emotions stirred by watching Margo’s Got Money Troubles . Though our stories predate the show by decades—and we've never had an OnlyFans or anything similar—the themes of judgment, stigma, and navigating pregnancy outside of marriage felt deeply familiar. Paired with reflections from Call the Midwife and Flowers in the...

What happens when a society stops seeing women as fully human and begins seeing them only for what they can provide? In this episode of What Was She Thinking? , we discuss The Testaments and The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood and explore why the world of Gilead continues to resonate today. We examine how power, fear, religion, and indoctrination shape society, the role women play in both resis...

This week on What Was She Thinking? , we dive into Paradise (Season 1 + Part of Season 2) by Dan Fogelman—and the decisions that could cost everything. 👉 Should Teri have gone to Atlanta? 👉 Should Annie have left with those men at Graceland? 👉 And when is it smart not to listen to a man? Conspiracies. Survival. Trust. Let’s talk about it. Watch, then tell us—what would YOU have done? Timestamps...

In this episode of What Was She Thinking , we break down the complicated relationship between Alex and Elle from Cross Season 2. Alex appears to be the total package—emotionally aware, thoughtful, and committed to growth. But when his actions put Elle in danger without her consent, we’re forced to ask: Is being a “good man” enough if he’s not safe for you? We explore the tension between emotional...

In this episode, we review the new series The 'Burbs starring Keke Palmer. What happens when suburban curiosity meets modern conversations about race, motherhood, and belonging? We discuss cul-de-sac culture, raising kids in neighborhoods where you might be the minority, and how this reimagining of the classic The 'Burbs adds a fresh perspective to suburban life. 0:00 – Opening | Introducing the N...

In this episode of What Was She Thinking? , we’re diving into Relationship Goals , starring Kelly Rowland and Method Man . We found this film to be a pleasant, easy watch—very much in the spirit of something you’d catch on Lifetime or Hallmark with a faith-forward twist. Kim and Sharla unpack the movie’s Christian-based motivations around love and marriage, and we get honest about our own personal...

In this episode, we step back into the opulent world of Bridgerton — where romance blooms, reputations are fragile, and tradition governs everything. Kim and Sharla recap seasons 1–3, revisiting themes of patriarchy, arranged marriage, sexual innocence, strategy vs. romance, and the double standards placed on women. From Daphne’s naiveté and Anthony’s fear of love, to Penelope’s rise as Lady Whist...

Is healing supposed to look this messy? In this episode of What Was She Thinking , we unpack the latest season of Will Trent —from Will’s long-overdue turn to therapy to the unresolved, emotionally charged bond between Will and Angie. While the series presents itself as a procedural, what truly keeps us watching is its honest exploration of trauma, co-dependence, and the ways we often resist the h...

When critics fixate on the final scene of Sinners —particularly Smoke killing a Klansman—they may be missing the deeper question the film is asking. In this episode, we unpack Ryan Coogler’s exploration of sin, faith, pain, and self-soothing, and why the real discomfort isn’t about violence but about what we call survival. Through personal reflection, theology, and cultural context, we examine whe...

In this episode of What Was She Thinking? , we revisit the iconic film and unpack the choices of Bernie, Robin, Savannah, and Gloria —from betrayal on New Year’s Eve to high standards, down-low men, and the cost of giving men the benefit of the doubt. 0:00 – Welcome to Waiting to Exhale 6:30 – NYE Betrayal: Bernie Finds Out 8:14 – Meet the Women & Their Crossroads 16:00 – Gloria & the Down...

In this episode of What Was She Thinking by She Could , we analyze Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another (2025) and examine the portrayal of Perfidia Beverly Hills, played by Teyana Taylor. We explore whether the film critiques or reinforces the Jezebel trope , and what this depiction says about race, sexuality, power, and representation in modern cinema. Topics include: The Jezebel trop...