Episodes
It’s the final episode! (For real this time!) We’re not actually ready to let go, but we’re going to do our best impression of it as we take a few minutes to thank YOU for listening to this absolutely absurd, funny, ridiculous journey that you let us take for the last few years.
Published 04/16/24
Published 04/16/24
Somehow - through all the highs and lows; the Abbys, Eves, and Audreys; love triangles, fist fights, and boat crashes; film school and a Lennon-era; “it’s just lipstick,” friendchem, and chemchem - we have arrived here. The series finale of Dawson Screek. Season 6, Episode 24 - “Must Come to an End” From streaming: As the seriousness of Jen's condition becomes apparent, Dawson and his friends seek to resolve their longstanding differences.
Published 04/09/24
It’s the beginning of the end, so let’s talk wedding fakeouts, addiction fakeouts, and the storyline we wish was a fakeout. Season 6, Episode 23 - “All Good Things..” From streaming: Five years into the future, Dawson and his friends reunite for his mother's wedding in Capeside.
Published 04/02/24
Before we land this plane, Kim and Zazz revisit the pilot. Episode 1, Season 1 - “Pilot” From Netflix: A pair of childhood friends must cope with their emerging sexuality.
Published 03/26/24
There’s so much to talk about here (the VoiceOver. The “Joey’s in Paris” hair. Dawson’s Maj-Mosh.), but we can’t not mention that this is Gina Fattore’s last episode. Season 6, Episode 22 - “Joey Potter and the Capeside Redemption” From streaming: With the future of his movie in doubt, Joey rallies their friends to help Dawson finally realize his dream.
Published 03/19/24
Out: D Town B Town. Worthington Original. The dorm. In: Jen’s mom. High tea at the Sugar Shack. The Dawson/Pacey/Joey triangle. Season 6, Episode 21 - “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” From streaming: As Pacey struggles to tell Dawson about his costly investment debacle, Jen conspires to enlist her mom in helping Grams face her bout with cancer.
Published 03/12/24
Punches, Dear Joey letters, green paint, and LL Bean catalogs… We’re headed towards the end now! Season 6, Episode 20 - “Catch-22” From streaming: As Eddie surprises Joey with an elaborate end-of-the-school-year gift, Pacey's dreams come crashing down on the heels of a favorite stock's meltdown.
Published 03/05/24
Life is full of ups and downs, while this episode is just full of downs. Do we love Jen getting screen time? Of course! Do we hate that it’s in this episode? Of course! Season 6, Episode 19 - “Lovelines” From streaming: A benefit session of Lovelines exposes the problems brewing between Joey and Eddie, Jen and C.J., and Jack and David.
Published 02/27/24
Watch this episode to learn two important life skills - how to be your own muse and hurt your own feelings! Season 6, Episode 17 - “Sex and Violence” From Hulu: As Joey is drafted to fill in as Pacey's assistant, Dawson is tempted with an offer to make a film that he doesn't really believe in.
Published 02/20/24
Just like a seal, this episode is full of pure sexiness. Plus, in this episode of a podcast about the show Dawson’s Creek, let’s talk about West Wing and ER! Season 6, Episode 17 - “Sex and Violence” From Hulu: As Joey is drafted to fill in as Pacey's assistant, Dawson is tempted with an offer to make a film that he doesn't really believe in.
Published 02/14/24
The way these main storylines would have been better served if the characters were 10 years older than they are… (plus, high fives, heart events, and smoothies) Season 6, Episode 16 - “That Was Then” From Max: As Dawson returns to Capeside High to discuss his career, Pacey is drawn back home by his father’s heart attack.
Published 02/06/24
Pacey and Joey are stuck in a K-Mart, while Zazz and Kim are stuck in production mode. Learn all about bottle episodes and product placement! Season 6, Episode 15 - “Castaways” From Max: In his rush to make a hastily arranged date with a beautiful stranger, Pacey ends up locked inside a store for the night with Joey.
Published 01/30/24
Jack and Pacey have a new TV, so naturally… it’s time to throw a rager. Drunk Joey, rich Pacey, and a detailed lesson on IP library rights and why you should buy the media you love. Season 6, Episode 14 - “Clean and Sober” From Max: Pacey and Jack throw a party that is replete with surprises. A visit to see Audrey in rehab brings Dawson face to face with a moviemaking legend.
Published 01/23/24
An episode about Dawson being a director and it being harder than he thought it would be? Oh buddy… sign us up! Season 6, Episode 13 - “Rock Bottom” From Max: Joey enlists Eddie for a cross-country trek to get Audrey into rehab. Dawson finds that directing in Hollywood is going to be harder than he thought.
Published 01/16/24
Eddie’s back! Audrey’s back. And Jen’s hair is, um… it’s really something. Season 6, Episode 12 - “All the Right Moves” From Max: As Audrey gets a second chance and Pacey is offered an unexpected promotion at work, Joey is reunited with Eddie.
Published 01/09/24
This episode was recorded months ago, so listen in as Kim talks about learning about Travis Kelce and Fridays. Plus: Zazz’s prom dream, Dawson’s dreams come true on accident, Joey books a babysitting gig, Jen’s got a little bit of a storyline, and Pacey’s about to be very disappointed at the aquarium. Season 6, Episode 11 - “Day Out of Days” From the streamer: As completion of the film creates an unanticipated opportunity for Dawson, Joey lands back in Boston where she comes face to face...
Published 01/02/24
Enjoy a little post-Christmas mayhem as we discuss The Bear, the cat playing in a bag, Zazz’s fervent reading, and, when we have time, the Christmas episode of Dawson’s Creek. (Also some very outdated celeb news) Season 6, Episode 10 - “Merry Mayhem” From Max: An out-of-control Audrey brings Christmas dinner at the Leery’s literally crashing down.
Published 12/26/23
Joey and Eddie take it medium, Dawson and Natasha are confusing, and Kerr Smith makes his directorial debut. Plus - Stevie Spiels’ middle name, Pacey’s terrible party, Zazz loves Jeter, Kim loves About Time, and… remember commercials? Season 6, Episode 9 - “Everything Put Together Falls Apart” From Max: Dawson is jealous when Natasha is attracted to a new actor. Joey jeopardizes her scholarship by missing a final exam.
Published 12/12/23
The drama! The romance! The No Doubt! Quite the setting for a first date between Joey and Eddie. Season 6, Episode 8 - “Spiderwebs” From Max: Jen’s efforts to reunite Pacey and his girlfriend at a No Doubt concert backfire upon learning the truth about C.J. and Audrey.
Published 12/05/23
For a podcast about Dawson’s Creek, we spend a fair amount of time imagining what season 5 of Hart of Dixie would have been like. (Spoiler alert: we would have loved it.) Season 6, Episode 7 - “Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell” From the streamer: Audrey’s drinking forces Joey to see how her roommate’s life is spinning out of control; news that Professor Freeman is moving to Chicago presents Jack with some decisions of his own.
Published 11/28/23
This episode is… well… it exists. That’s for sure. But on the other hand, it gives us a chance to talk about haunted soundstages! Season 6, Episode 6 - “Living Dead Girl” Episode Summary: Already worried that a ghost is haunting the set, Dawson suspects Todd and Natasha of rekindling their affair.
Published 11/21/23
The strike is over! Since we haven't had a new episode in a while, here's a quick catchup on where we're at in the season.
Published 11/14/23
Listen live as Kim develops a perfect, no notes, don’t change a thing joke; while Zazz knocks the opening of the episode out the park. Also, while the writers continue trying to make Rock Star: The Dawson’s Creek Version happen (Mama Cass will never recover), the Audrey story is very well done. Season 6, Episode 5 - “The Imposters” From Max: As Dawson goes all out to keep Natasha in the picture, Audrey is offered a chance to sing with Emma’s band.
Published 07/11/23
A true mo-ment for the series (Dawson’s Darlings, not Dawson’s Creek) as Zazz confesses that this episode is strong because of the presence of Dawson! (Also, Kim tells the story of the time she made a big mistake on an old show.) Plus, the Dawson’s Creek/One Tree Hill/Hart of Dixie MCU breakdown Season 6, Episode 4 - “Instant Karma” From Max: As the arrival of the film’s star creates problems for Dawson, Audrey catches Pacey out on the town when he’s supposed to be studying.
Published 07/04/23