Gabbing Gilmore: A Gilmore Girls Deep Dive

94: Lorelai and Jason’s Big Night Out: first date follies Jul 15, 2026

Lorelai finally agrees to go on a date with Jason Stiles! Today we discuss why - - was it the flowers and candy? Lorelai’s conflict with her parents? And then the date itself. Wow, there’s a lot to discuss! Was the private room weird? Was Lorelai selfish to complain? Does Jason Stiles know how to have any fun?

In last week’s Part 1, we discussed Jason’s wooing of Lorelai. Today’s part 2 explores all the nuttiness of their first date.

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93. Digger’s Not Giving Away His Shot: the beginning of Lorelai and Jason Jul 08, 2026

Whether you think Jason Stiles is a smarmy manipulator, a quirky charmer, or Lorelai’s most underrated boyfriend, he pursues Lorelai Gilmore pretty handily. In today’s episode, we dive into the early days of Lorelai and Jason - their chemistry, the skillful Friday Night Dinner, and of course, their epic first squabble.

Was it weird that Jason got himself invited to dinner? What does he have that Lorelai’s other love interests don’t? Grab your coffee and let’s get into it.

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92. Behind the scenes with Valerie Campbell! Jun 24, 2026

Today we chat with Gilmore Girls’ key set costumer, Valerie Campbell on life behind-the-scenes in Stars Hollow. Valerie dishes on which actors nailed those long scripts best, what Edward Herrmann (Richard Gilmore) was really like, the inside scoop on “the world’s largest pizza,” the Gilmore character whose wardrobe was inspired by Valerie’s real-life clothes, and lots more. Plus, we got a surprise phone call from one of your favorite Stars Hollow townsfolk in the middle of the interview!

Learn more about Valerie on her website: https://valeriescateyescream.com/bio

Valerie on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@valeriescateyescream

Valerie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valeriescateyescream

Valerie’s ice cream book: https://valeriescateyescream.com/store

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91. June Bonus: Graduations on Gilmore Girls Jun 17, 2026

It’s graduation season! So it’s the perfect time to remember all the graduations on Gilmore Girls. We’re chatting about Rory’s high school graduation from Chilton, Lorelai’s business school grad, and Rory’s Yale graduation.

From moments that make us cry and the best Richard and Emily scenes to the emotional moments with Rory’s boyfriends, there’s so much to discuss! We even sprinkle in our favorite fashion choices and some personal graduation moments, too.

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90. Food moments that broke us on Gilmore Girls Jun 10, 2026

Yes, Lorelai and Rory eat cheeseburgers and fries almost daily. Yes, Sookie is a culinary genius. But the real food moments of Gilmore Girls are the poignant ones that pull at our heartstrings. From the special birthday breakfast for Rory to Michel’s tribute to his departed pet, these Gilmore Girls food moments will make you reach for the tissues every time. Yes, even a donut can make us cry!

Join sisters Jackie and Catherine for the most heartwrenching food moments on Gilmore Girls.

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89. Episodes we skip: Super Cool Party People May 27, 2026

Even if you’re a diehard Gilmore Girls lover, a few episodes are painful. And this is one. Today we analyze “Super Cool Party People” from season 6 - the infamous birthday party of April Nardini - and the reasons we skip it.

Even the awesome moments (Rory tells off Mitchum!) and unforgettable pop culture references (Pretty in Pink! Bonne Bell lip smackers!) can’t save this episode. Luke pushes Lorelai away, Rory weirdly shoulders a burden that isn’t hers, and Anna Nardini… well, is Anna.

Grab some coffee and join us for the good and the bad, the funny and the cringey.

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88. May Bonus: Proms on Gilmore Girls: Rory, Lane, Paris & their prom personas May 13, 2026

It’s prom season! So let’s celebrate Gilmore Girls style. Today, we dig into the prom personas of our favorite teens: Rory, Lane, and Paris. Plus, you know we can’t leave out Madeline & Louise, Dean, Lindsay, Tristan, and Jess. Are they “most likely to” be prom queen? Wallflower? Or a complete rebel?

Jackie & Catherine reveal their own prom personas, spill a few personal stories, and share some juicy listener prom moments, too - both embarrassing and victorious!

We also hash out the best pop culture prom moments. From the poofy sleeves of Pretty in Pink to the snarky fun of Mean Girls, and everything in between.

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87. Will you be my Lorelai Gilmore? Lane’s Fairygodmother May 06, 2026

We’re taking a non-traditional approach to Mother’s Day this year by recognizing the aunties, godmothers, bonus moms, teachers, and coaches who help raise children.

Because, really, where would Lane Kim be without HER fairy godmother? Would she still harbor an obsession for obscure music? Would she know the taste of french fries and coffee? Would there even be a Hep Alien without Lorelai Gilmore?

But most importantly, would Lane feel supported to be her own cool, authentic self? Join us as we dig into one of the least explored relationships on Gilmore Girls: Lorelai and Lane.

Episodes mentioned:

Lane Kim Deep Dive Part 1: The Repression

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86. Welcome to the Gilmores: Rory’s boyfriends edition Apr 22, 2026

Emily Gilmore insists upon Rory parading each of her boyfriends through the Gilmore mansion to gain her grandparents’ approval. (To not-always-stellar results.) What happens when Dean, Jess, and Logan each grace Friday Night Dinner at Richard and Emily’s house? There are twinkies, black eyes, and theft to keep it interesting! Today, we contrast and compare the different experiences of Rory Gilmore’s boyfriends at Friday Night Dinner in Hartford!

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85. April Bonus: Secrets in Stars Hollow (Part 2) Apr 15, 2026

No, this isn’t Gossip Girl, but even in the quaint world of Gilmore Girls, there are high-stakes secrets. Today, in Part 2 of 2, we’re counting down the top 6 biggest lies of omission from Stars Hollow!

What do Lorelai, Luke, and Logan have in common? And which secret will rank as the most scandalous?

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84. Secrets in Stars Hollow: Lies of Omission (Part 1) Apr 08, 2026

Even our favorite, sweet, neighborly Stars Hollow friends can sometimes be dishonest! Today, we’re counting down the biggest lies of omission on Gilmore Girls. We tackle things that Sookie, Jess, Emily, Christopher, Rory, and Paris hid from the people closest to them. Why didn’t they ‘fess up sooner? And what was the impact on their relationships with others? Let’s jump in for Part 1 of this two-part series.

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83. Luke and Jess: when everything changed Mar 25, 2026

Forget Rory’s boyfriends for a minute… Luke Danes and Jess Mariano have one of the most complicated relationships on Gilmore Girls. And, one of the most satisfying transformations. Today, Jackie and Catherine reveal the scene that changed everything for these normally-closed-off guys. During this one scene that changed EVERYTHING, they finally show vulnerability in a way we’ve never seen!

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82. March Bonus: Was Richard right about college? Mar 18, 2026

Was Richard right about…college? In today’s episode, we dive into Rory Gilmore’s college application process, which was bumpy. Lorelai maintains her fierce independence - no help from Richard and Emily allowed. Meanwhile, Richard plots a secret Yale interview, and Rory is stuck in the middle!

Did Lorelai actually think Rory could apply to ONE school? And was Richard’s scheming necessary?

We cover it all: college fairs, tours, Ivy league applications, backups and safeties, Paris’ sage advice to Rory, and the infamous pro-con lists they used to decide on Harvard, Yale, or Princeton.

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81. Cringiest 4-word phrases of Gilmore Girls Mar 11, 2026

Gilmore Girls is cozy and comforting…most of the time. But sometimes it makes us squirm a little. Whether it’s Rory staking claim on a married Dean or Christopher pressuring Lorelai to have a baby, there’s some yucky stuff we’ve gotta air out.

Today, sisters and real-life Connecticut girls Jackie and Catherine break down the cringiest 4-word phrases of Gilmore Girls, complete with categories like “Most Embarrassing," “Most Record-Scratching” and “Most Shameful.” Are you townies ready to get a little uncomfy?

Episodes mentioned:

Ep. 2 Why Does Everyone Hate Rory? (Part 1)

Ep. 13 The Gifts of Gilmore Girls Awards

Ep. 50 Paris’ Big Meltdown

Ep. 70 Rory’s Bad Day

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80. Stop hating T.J.! Feb 25, 2026

Yes, we hear you - you think T.J. is annoying and mooches off of Luke. You think he’s a bit dramatic. But Jackie is here to present her case and convince you to love T.J. just a little bit more. Or, at least, not hate him so much!

The time he takes Luke’s beer? There’s a positive uptake. The way he pushes Luke’s buttons? It’s actually a good thing. His wedding speech? We loved it.

We also cover why T.J. is far superior to most of the men on Love is Blind season 10. Yeah, we’re looking at you, Alex and Chris!

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79. February Bonus: Lorelai & Sookie: Friendship, Fights, and the Dragonfly Inn Feb 18, 2026

Lorelai Gilmore and Sookie St. James are not only best friends, but become business partners, too! Today we explore how they navigate friendship AND business, when they decided to open the Dragonfly Inn in Stars Hollow.

We answer questions like: why did they want to open an inn together? Where did they fail as business partners? What are the parallels to Rory showing Emily where they used to live? Did Lorelai use the Dragonfly Inn as a way to hide from her feelings (again)?

Plus, we dive into Lorelai and Sookie’s most epic fights, whether Sookie’s journey in A Year in the Life was realistic, and who could’ve taken Sookie’s place as co-owner of the Dragonfly.

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78. Damn, Donna Reed! Feb 11, 2026

Rory Gilmore is playing dress-up for her boyfriend, and we’ve gotta unpack this! You can’t forget the Donna Reed night. The pearls, the dinner, the apron. But also, why did Rory go to all this trouble? Was it an apology, or a challenge?

That Damn Donna Reed episode of Gilmore Girls brings up tons of questions: did Dean Forrester always want a tradwife? Did Rory simply parrot Lorelai’s opinions? Was this a healthy argument for two teenagers newly in love, or a surefire sign that were all wrong for each other?

Today we dig deep into gender roles, 1950s TV shows, teenage love, feminine domesticity, Betty Friedan, Rory’s evolving feminism, and even Love is Blind. Grab your green jello and get ready for some fun!

References:

Katie Gatti Tassin @moneywithkatie on Tiktok

The Book Club for Troublesome Women, Marie Bostwick

The Feminine Mystique, Betty Friedan

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77. Best Meltdowns of Gilmore Girls: Part 2 of 2 Jan 28, 2026

We’re back with part 2, counting down the best meltdowns of Gilmore Girls. If you’re a constant rewatcher, you’ll know these well. We’re analyzing one of Emily Gilmore’s biggest stress moments, Rory freaking out about school, Sookie’s baby panic, Luke’s parental frustration, and Lorelai reaching her boiling point! Catch up first with part 1 of the best meltdowns and come back to join us for this chat about the messiness, the humor, and the tears: Gilmore perfection.

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76. January Bonus: Jess Mariano the individualist: a romantic Enneagram 4 Jan 21, 2026

We’ve long suspected that Jess Mariano is an Enneagram 4 - the individualist, the romantic. But today we’re going deep to see if we’re right! ✨ This is an excerpt from a paid episode - to access the full episode, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month at patreon.com/gabbinggilmore ✨

Jess wears a leather jacket, loves to read, and skips school a lot, but does this actually translate into his personality type? We also know that he hates chit chat, withdraws in times of stress, and has a deep feeling that he’s different from everyone else, or that something’s wrong with him.

Knowing his personality type definitely would’ve helped Liz, Luke, Rory, (and even Lorelai!) understand him better. In today’s Gilmore Girls deep dive, we analyze Jess through the enneagram, including his stress and security points, and his wing (can we say Bohemian?!). And most importantly, why he’s so dang awesome in Season 6 and A Year in the Life.

Episodes mentioned:

Jess, Welcome to Stars Hollow

References:

Enneagram for the Culture

Suzanne Stabile

Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober

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75. Best Meltdowns of Gilmore Girls Jan 14, 2026

Gilmore Girls had some juicy meltdowns, so we’re counting ‘em down today! It’s the tension that creates such fascinating story arcs, and helps our lovable Stars Hollow characters to grow.

We’ve got one of the most compelling Jess moments ever, Sookie’s masterful physical comedy (thank you, Melissa McCarthy), Emily and Richard Gilmore like you’ve never seen them before, and even some panicky moments from Jackson, Kirk, and others.

Episodes mentioned:

Weddings of Gilmore Girls

Inside Out 2 + Gilmore Girls

Emotional Labor

Richard and Emily crumbling

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74. Gilmore Girls Grab Bag #5 Dec 31, 2025

It’s time for an end-of-season Gilmore Girls grab bag & ask us anything!

We answer your questions like:

Did Christopher go to college? Did Emily plan to go to the spa with Lorelai all along? Were there any other teenagers in Stars Hollow?

Why is Sookie’s risotto magical? Is Lane’s twin pregnancy depicted accurately? (We’ve got a resident expert.) Buckle up, townies! Grab a coffee and let’s dive in.

Episodes mentioned:

Paris on fire: Enneagram 8s

Alternate Jobs for Rory

John Cabrera and the best spinoff idea you’ve ever heard

Rory and Dean: the early romance

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How to Christmas like a Gilmore Girl {Rerelease} Dec 17, 2025

Are you ready to do Christmas like a Gilmore Girl? We all know Lorelai and Rory’s holiday traditions: stockings on the stairs, slice and bake cookies that they pretend to decorate.

But what about two of the best Gilmore Girls hostesses?

Emily and Sookie, of course!

In this December episode, we're rereleasing one of our very favorite Patreon episodes where we talk all about the festive food, drinks, holiday decor, music, gifts and movies that these two would love.

And we get a little personal about which of our own holiday traditions match up with those of Stars Hollow and Hartford.

Join us for a cozy chat as you cook, shop & wrap - to get you in the holiday mood, true Gilmore style! (Don’t worry, we won’t force you to sip eggnog. But hopefully we can get our hands on some peppermint coffee from Weston’s!)

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73. December Bonus: Emily and Richard Crumbling Dec 10, 2025

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Today we chat about one of the strongest couples on Gilmore Girls: Emily and Richard Gilmore. (Major spoiler)… but not for long. We detail the chronology of events leading to their separation – from Pennilyn Lott to Trix’s antics to the Floyd/Jason debacle.

Sisters and diehard superfans Jackie and Catherine each reveal their one word summary for the crumbling of this epic couple. Plus, should we have seen this coming? Grab your coffee and let’s dive in.

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72. John Cabrera and the best Gilmore spinoff idea you’ve ever heard Dec 03, 2025

“I’ve got Ken Burns Jazz if you’re into that kind of thing.” Well, WE are into John Cabrera! The actor who played the lovable, slightly geeky Brian from Hep Alien on Gilmore Girls, joins us today.

We chat about which character he thinks is overrated (brace yourselves!), what he really wants for Rory Gilmore in the revival, a fan fiction/spinoff idea you’ll love, and what he thought about guys like Dean and Christopher early on. And we do our best to stump the king of trivia, but John remembers a lot, you guys!

John Cabrera is also the founder and CEO of Remarkist, a fan creativity platform bringing community and storytelling together.

Now… let’s rock!

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Recap: A Deep Fried Korean Thanksgiving (Best of Gabbing Gilmore) Nov 19, 2025

Tofurkey time is here!

Even though we’re not quite a rewatch podcast, we had to make an exception for one of our favorite episodes… A Deep Fried Korean Thanksgiving!

Join us in revisiting this episode from Season 1 when we break down the most epic holiday in Stars Hollow history - the time that Lorelai and Rory went to four Thanksgiving dinners!

This episode is chock full of humorous moments with the townies, relationship progressions, and yes, even some drama. Are you ready for your Thanksgiving “on the rocks with salt?” Come join us!

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🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.

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71. November Bonus: Emotional Labor Part 2: the women who hold it all together Nov 12, 2025

We’re back for Part 2 of our deep dive into emotional labor in Gilmore Girls!

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In Part 2 of this series, we explore how the women of Gilmore Girls - from Emily to Lorelai and even side characters like Sasha - boost up the men around them by dimming their own light or taking on most of the emotional, care, community, and relational work.

We also dig into the bigger picture: how women are often the ones building community, preserving important family relationships (we’re looking at you, Trix!) and carrying the emotional weight for others. From Emily helping Richard recover (it’s all about the fish) to Lorelai supporting Luke through surprise family drama, the women of Stars Hollow are constantly doing the quiet, unseen work of care and community that keep everything going.

Grab your coffee and settle in - this is one of our favorite conversations yet about the emotional heartbeat of Gilmore Girls.

🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.

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70. Rory's Bad Day Nov 05, 2025

Oof. In just 24 hours, Rory Gilmore faced two emotional gut punches - Lorelai and Christopher’s surprise marriage announcement, and Logan’s less-than-glowing reaction to her article.

In this episode, we unpack one of Rory’s worst 24 hours: how these moments hit us as viewers, and how we’d feel in Rory’s shoes. First, we revisit the build-up: Lorelai and Luke’s broken engagement (did anyone check how Rory felt?) and the mounting stress that came after ending her term as editor of the newspaper and contemplating life after Yale.

We ask:

Were Lorelai and Christopher right to tell Rory about the marriage together?
Why couldn’t Rory be vulnerable in front of her dad?
How does this moment mirror her “ballerina” article from Season 4?
Was Rory completely unaware of her privilege?
What was Logan unwilling to recognize about himself?

Grab your coffee and join us for a deep dive into Rory’s stress tendencies, her arc as a Yale student and journalist, and the mother-daughter tension on our favorite Stars Hollow show.

Episodes referenced:

Rory and criticism: does she have Golden Child syndrome?

Why does everyone hate Rory? Part 1

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🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.

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69. “Meet Me at Luke’s” with Kristine Eckart & Gilmore Girls trivia Oct 29, 2025

Today, Kristine Eckart joins us on the pod to share her new book, “Meet Me at Luke’s: Lessons in Life and Love from Gilmore Girls.” As the founder of Gilmore Book Club and host of the Chronicon Book Club, she is passionate about transforming lives through literature and the power of books.

Kristine shares how she’s connected with the Gilmore Girls fan community through this new book, one of her favorite lessons about creating a home like Lorelai, and what it was like to find out that Keiko Agena (Lane Kim) would be narrating the audio book!

Then Kristine gives Jackie and Catherine a Gilmore Girls trivia test created by listener Lianna. How many can you get right?

Learn more about Kristine’s book and tour schedule here

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🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.

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🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.

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68. Luke and Lorelai fall in love Oct 15, 2025

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

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🎙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! Oct 08, 2025

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?

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🎙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. Oct 01, 2025

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 Hollow

Taylor Doose: Friend or Foe?

Rory and Dean: the early romance

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🎙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 Sep 24, 2025

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 cards
2 sets of trivia
3 drink recipes
9 curated watch lists, and
printable party signs to make hosting easy (and fun)

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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 Sep 10, 2025

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.

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🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.

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63. Gilmore Girls’ Cozy Recipe Sep 03, 2025

Cozy season is upon us! And who does COZY better than Gilmore Girls?

It makes you want to grab a coffee at Luke’s and snuggle up in an oversized “Rory” sweater. It’s the ultimate “comfort food.”

But it’s not just the donuts, clothes and pumpkin decorations that make our favorite Stars Hollow show cozy. Today, sisters and co-hosts Jackie & Catherine break down the true recipe for coziness and why GG nails it so well. This includes environment, nourishment, traditions, community, and belonging.

After all, this is the comfort podcast for your favorite comfort show. Welcome to Gabbing Gilmore!

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