Every Gilmore Girls fan loves to chat about Lorelai, Rory, Emily, Luke, Lane, and Sookie. And Rory’s guys, of course.  But what about the bit characters we only see once or twice?  The smaller characters of Gilmore Girls add to the charm of Stars Hollow, the Hartford society scene, and even Yale.  And sometimes they impact the storylines in big ways!  Today, sisters (and GG diehard fans) Jackie and Catherine explore the big impact of bit characters on Gilmore. Part 1, because of course we...

Along with being quirky, caffeinated, and fast-talking, the other common adjective some critics use to describe Lorelai Gilmore is “selfish.” Including the way she mothers Rory. Today, sisters and Gilmore experts Jackie and Catherine explore: What IS a selfish mom?What’s the difference between being selfish and self-centered?What are society’s expectations for mothers today, and why aren’t dads often called selfish?What are the moments when Lorelai put her daughter’s needs, social life, and...

What is the best scene of all seven seasons of Gilmore Girls? Today, sisters and GG experts Jackie and Catherine are declaring which one should win the Emmy for Best TV scene ever - if there was such a category! We’ll give you a hint - not only does this epic scene involve Lorelai and Rory, but we see Emily and Richard, plus a bit of Mozart and mind games.  Are you getting closer to the answer?  Come join us for a deep-dive discussion of everyone’s favorite beloved series as we chat about...

This month, Jackie and Catherine experienced an immersive Stars Hollow weekend like no other, this year's Fan Fest Firelight Event in Guilford, CT! This episode is a bonus so we could bring you all the Gab. What cast members did we meet? Did we, in fact, dress alike all weekend? And how many times did Jackie "pull a Lorelai" and buy coffee from the same coffee shop in one day?  It was all too much fun to keep to ourselves!  A big thank you to Jennie and Marcus Whittaker for planning this...

Today Jackie and Catherine cover a bittersweet topic. Although death sounds extremely serious (and it is!)... on Gilmore Girls it is often infused with compassion, friendship, sweetness, and humor. Nothing stays too heavy for too long on our favorite Stars Hollow show.  We explore: * How did some of the townspeople’s deaths shape important plot points for Lorelai, Rory, Emily, Luke, and others? * Who rose to the occasion when their family or friends needed support? And who didn’t?  * What...

Okay, Team Logan, you’re up! Today, sisters and Gilmore Girls aficionados Jackie and Catherine dive into the very early days of Rory and Logan’s romance.  From the Life and Death Brigade to the Male Yale Party, and all the flirtations in between, we’re discussing why this romance was so different from Rory’s earlier boyfriends.  Do we like Logan in the beginning?  Why does Rory end up liking a guy who made a terrible first impression on her? Let’s get into it! ✨ If you can’t get enough,...

This is a bonus episode for Gabbing Gilmore subscribers. To access it, join the Patreon community here. In our very first episode for Patreon members, we chat about the most critical elections on Gilmore Girls - Jackson, Paris, Rory, and yes… we’ll even talk about Kirk’s polling.  Jackie and Catherine dig into how Chilton, Yale, and Stars Hollow elections relate to real life elections, including the 2024 U.S. presidential election.  There’s lots of fun in store. From Sookie’s “first lady”...

Music plays a key role in Gilmore Girls, especially in the romances! We’re counting down the top 10 most romantic musical moments in Stars Hollow. Which, yes, include a lot of Luke and Lorelai, but some other surprises, too.  We’re forever grateful for the musical contributions of Sam Phillips (famously known for her “la-las”) and Grant Lee Phillips (the town troubadour) to Gilmore Girls. You’ll find the Top 10 Most Lighthearted Music Moments in Episode 26, if you missed that one.  And...

Emily Gilmore is one of the most complicated women in television history. And we just loooooove to analyze her!  This week’s episode explores all the times that Emily shows up in Stars Hollow - including all her surprise visits. When was she the most Emily-ish? When did she actually let down her guard?  What do these visits say about her mothering, and her identity? Join sisters & Gilmore Girls experts Jackie and Catherine to dive in. 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so...

Disney’s Inside Out 2 was a huge hit this summer. Today, Jackie and Catherine dig into the new characters - FEELINGS! - and how they relate to our beloved Gilmore Girls main characters.  Who has “Fear” running the show? How about “Anxiety”? Who could use a bit more “Joy”?  If you haven’t seen the movie yet, don’t worry, no Inside Out spoilers. (Just Gilmore spoilers).  🎙Produced with support from Studio 20 South.  🎨Cover art by MGI Studios. 👋We’d love to hear from you. Come join the...

Rory and Dean have one of the mostly hotly debated romances on Gilmore Girls. It started as sweet, young, and romantic, and then…. well, got complicated. In the first episode of Gabbing Gilmore’s Season 3, sisters Jackie and Catherine chat about the early days of Rory Gilmore and Dean Forrester. The bracelet, their cute-meet, movie night, and more.  And of course, their first kiss.  Who was Dean when they first met? Did he actually “stalk” Rory?  Were they a typical high school romance?...

Ready for a walk down the aisle?  Today, sisters Jackie and Catherine discuss the many weddings of Gilmore Girls and which ones take the cake - the wedding cake, that is.  We chat about what the weddings have in common and how they were surprisingly important to fuel some major Gilmore plot points. From costumes and music to the sweetest moments - we’re going all in.  Plus, did Sookie choose the right wedding song? Should Rory have gone to Dean’s wedding? And by the way, Luke can...

Do you think we can get to Gilmore Girls in six degrees from any celebrity? Sisters and Gilmore aficionados Jackie and Catherine take on this challenge today!  We're going through audience celebrity suggestions, like Emma Stone, Beyonce, John Krasinski, and more. We're inspired by the Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon game and ready to adapt it to Stars Hollow.  Think you can do better? Challenge accepted. 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table! 🎙Produced...

Music is an integral part of Gilmore Girls. From Lane and Hep Alien, to the town troubadours and guest appearances like The Shins and The Bangles, music is everywhere. Today, sisters and superfans Jackie and Catherine are counting down the top 10 best lighthearted musical moments on Gilmore Girls. So yeah… lots of Gil!  Don’t worry, we’ll be back soon with the serious, dramatic musical moments. We’ve got you, townies!  🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the...

Happy Father’s Day, townies! To lead up to the day, we are celebrating dads of Gilmore Girls. Richard, Christopher, Luke, Jackson, Zach, and more! Yes, even TJ.  Who will win father of the year? We might have a low bar for fathers on Gilmore Girls, but sisters Jackie and Catherine are ready to give some shout-outs for dad growth on our favorite Stars Hollow show. 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table!  🎙Produced with support from Studio 20...

Are Lorelai Gilmore and Rory Gilmore so-called “Pick Me Girls”? Not like other girls? Cool girls?  Jackie and Catherine are parsing through many complicated pop culture labels, how they apply to our favorite Gilmore Girls, feminist takes, and the misogyny behind the name “pick me girl.” Whether or not Meredith Grey invented it, this term has taken on a life of its own. We get into 2000s pop culture and music influences, like Sex and the City, Avril Lavigne, Pink, and even Taylor...

We’re back to discuss Part 3 in a 3-part deep dive about Lane Kim.  Catch Part 1 here and Part 2 here.  We know, we know. You’re pretty mad that Lane married Zach, had babies early, and didn’t wind up a rock star. Most Gilmore Girls fans are disappointed about how Lane Kim’s story ends - in the regular series AND in A Year in the Life. We’ve heard you yell, “Justice for Lane!”  Today, Jackie and Catherine dig through some of these life-altering moments in Lane’s life and ask - - should...

We all have our favorite shows, and Gilmore Girls is the comfort show we come back to over and over. But is it possible that rewatching our favorite show is actually good for your health?  It’s not just about fun or coziness. Today, Jackie and Catherine dig into what the experts are saying about the positive benefits of rewatching your favorite show. And some of our other most rewatchable & repeatable favorites. Mentioned: Time article by Anna Goldfarb 🔎Remember, this is not a...

We’re back to discuss Part 2 in a 3-part deep dive about Lane Kim. She was one of the most beloved Gilmore Girls characters, but also one of the most repressed.  Catch Part 1 here. After the rebellion comes the repression! So, how did Lane decide when to rebel from Mrs. Kim and when not to? Like eating french fries, hiding music under the floorboards, and playing in a rock band…  How did some of our favorite guys like Dave Rygalski (played by Adam Brody) and Henry Cho factor into Lane’s...

Lane Kim is one of the Gilmore Girls fandom’s all-time favorite characters! Brilliantly played by Keiko Agena, Lane Kim had a strict, rules-based upbringing plus a burning passion for rock music and playing drums.  In today’s episode of Gabbing Gilmore, we dig into the repression of Lane Kim. How did growing up in a strict environment impact Lane’s personality? How did Mrs. Kim influence her values? When was she willing to stray from being the obedient daughter?  🔎Remember, this is not a...

Gilmore Girls might be a sweet, comfort show. But it’s not without several evil moments. After all, every WB show needs a hefty dose of drama. From Emily Gilmore to Mitchum Huntzberger, Paris Geller to even “good guy” Marty! Today we count down the 10 most diabolical moments on our favorite Stars Hollow show. Even TeamLogan fans will admit that this moment was not one of his best. What was your favorite evil moment on Gilmore Girls? Share with us. 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free...

Anything and everything from Stars Hollow is game today!  Jackie and Catherine answer audience questions like: what happened to Jess in California? What is Lorelai and Rory’s morning routine like? Would Dean and Lindsay have stayed together if not for (you-know-what)? Which song did Gyspy rock at karaoke? Today’s Gilmore Girls Grab Bag is a little silly and a little… musical. Hope you don’t mind some singing. If you have questions for a future grab bag, DM us on Instagram.  🔎Remember,...

Tristan and Jordan and Jess… oh my! Today we’re talking about bad boys on Gilmore Girls and other teen television dramas. From the likes of Jordan Catalano and Ben Covington to Dylan McKay and Jess Mariano, we’re coming for ya, teenage heartthrobs!  What exactly makes a boy a “bad boy”?  And why are we so darn attracted to them? Jackie and Catherine dig into masculinity, risky behavior, and the “good girl” phenomenon on TV series in the ‘90s and 2000s.  🔎Remember, this is not a...

Happy Valentine's Day, sweet townies! Today we're delivering a special Gabbing Gilmore bonus episode. No, not about the most romantic moments or the sweetest gestures. Jackie and Catherine are chatting about the Gilmore Girls characters who DON'T get along... the ones who kinda LOVE to hate each other. Luke & Taylor, Emily & Trix, plus 6 more sets of frenemies (or mortal enemies) - - is there anything that could get them to love each other?? Most importantly, we love YOU lots,...