Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, Leif and Steve break down the emotional rollercoaster that is Season 2, Episode 13 of Gossip Girl, "Oh Brother, Where Bart Thou?" The episode written by Stefanie Savage. Following the shocking death of Bart Bass, the Upper East Side is left reeling, and tensions run high as secrets threaten to unravel. Our hosts discuss Chuck's spiraling grief and the complex dynamics between Lily, Rufus, and Cece. They also delve into Blair's...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, hosts Leif and Steve dive into the complexities of Season 2, Episode 12 of Gossip Girl, "A Wonderful Lie." As the Snowflake Ball approaches, the drama on the Upper East Side reaches new heights. Blair and Chuck engage in playful banter over finding each other the perfect date, while Serena and Dan navigate the awkwardness of their respective relationships with Aaron and Lexi. Meanwhile, Jenny's feud with Vanessa takes a malicious turn,...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, hosts Leif and Steve are back to unpack Season 2, Episode 11 of Gossip Girl, "The Magnificent Archibalds." As Thanksgiving approaches, the drama intensifies on the Upper East Side. Nate faces a moral dilemma involving his father, while Blair struggles with the changes brought by her mother's new relationship. Meanwhile, Jenny's quest for independence leads to tension with her family, and Serena navigates the complexities of her...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, hosts Leif and Steve are joined once again by the hilarious Shannon Kelly to dissect Season 2, Episode 10 of Gossip Girl, "Bonfire of the Vanity." The trio dives into the chaotic world of the Upper East Side, where Serena grapples with Aaron's questionable dating practices, Blair faces off with her mother's new beau, and Jenny's fashion dreams go up in flames—literally. They discuss themes of betrayal, parental expectations, and the...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, hosts Leif and Steve are joined by special guest John Paul from the Last Roundup Horror Show Podcast and the WTF Did I Just Watch? Podcast. Together, they delve into Season 2, Episode 9 of Gossip Girl, titled "There Might Be Blood." The trio discusses Jenny's guerrilla fashion show, Blair's babysitting escapades, and Serena's complicated love life. They explore themes of ambition, teenage rebellion, and the intricacies of friendship...

Summary In this lively episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, hosts Leif and Steve, joined by special guest Andy Greene, dive into Season 2, Episode 8 of Gossip Girl, titled "Pret-a-Poor-J." The trio unpacks the drama as Jenny navigates the fashion world, facing manipulation from Eleanor Waldorf and the influence of a new model friend, Agnes. Meanwhile, Blair's attempts to win over Chuck lead to unexpected hurdles, and Serena encounters a mysterious artist, Aaron Rose. Throughout the...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, the hosts celebrate their anniversary while diving deep into the world of Gossip Girl. They discuss character dynamics, the complexities of teenage rebellion, and the impact of wealth on morality. With guest Michael Ross, they explore fandom, gaming culture, and the narrative structure of the show, all while breaking down the latest episode, 'Chuck in Real Life.' The conversation touches on romantic tensions, blackmail, and the...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, Leif and Steve, joined by special guest Jake Marchion (@Jake.marchion), discuss Season 2, Episode 6 of Gossip Girl, titled "New Haven Can Wait." The hosts dive into the ongoing rivalry between Blair and Serena as they vie for a spot at Yale. They explore the comedic and dramatic moments, from Chuck's secret society schemes to Nate's flirtations under a false identity. The trio also touches on themes of friendship, ambition, and the...

Summary In this conversation, the hosts discuss an episode of Gossip Girl and share their thoughts and opinions on various aspects of the show. They talk about the characters, the plot, and the writing. They also touch on other topics such as streaming services and the works of Ernest Hemingway. The conversation is filled with humor and banter between the hosts. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various subtopics and themes from the episode. They touch on Rufus' obsession...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, Leif and Steve dive into Season 2, Episode 4 of Gossip Girl, titled "The Ex Files." They explore the scandalous secrets, dramatic confrontations, and shifting power dynamics among the Upper East Side elite. From Vanessa discovering Katherine's affair with Marcus to Serena's unexpected rise as the new queen bee, the hosts break down every juicy detail. They discuss the intricate schemes orchestrated by Chuck, the emotional turmoil of...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, Leif and Steve discuss Season 2, Episode 3 of Gossip Girl titled 'The Dark Night'. They analyze the various storylines, including Dan and Serena's struggling relationship, Nate's complicated situation with Catherine and Vanessa, and Blair's manipulative actions. They also discuss the cameo appearance of Penn Badgley in a Ariana Grande music video and the behind-the-scenes gossip of the show. In this episode, Blair attempts to seduce...

Summary In this episode of the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, Leaf and Steve discuss Season 2, Episode 2 of Gossip Girl. They analyze the relationships between the characters, the drama unfolding, and the questionable decisions being made. They also touch on the themes of old money vs. new money, the power dynamics between the characters, and the soap opera-like nature of the show. Throughout the episode, they provide humorous commentary and share their thoughts on the various plotlines. In this...

Hey Upper East Siders and all you scandal-loving listeners out there! Welcome back to the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, where the coffee is strong, the waffles are fresh, and the gossip is hotter than ever. Join Leif, your seasoned Gossip Girl veteran, and Steve, the newbie diving into the Upper East Side for the first time. This week, we dive into Gossip Girl season 2, episode 1, titled “Summer, Kind of Wonderful.” Original air date: September 1, 2008. Summary In this conversation, the hosts...

Summary In this episode, Leif and Steve discuss their overall thoughts on Season 1 of Gossip Girl. They talk about the potential alternative ways to break up Dan and Serena without the involvement of Georgina Sparks. They also discuss the chemistry between Chuck and Blair, the standout performances of Leighton Meester and Taylor Momsen, and the best and worst episodes of the season. They share their predictions for Season 2 and express their excitement for the upcoming...

Hey Upper Eastsiders and scandal-loving listeners! Welcome back to the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, where the coffee is strong, the waffles are fresh, and the gossip is hotter than ever. Join Leif, your seasoned Gossip Girl veteran, and Steve, the newbie diving into the Upper East Side for the first time. This week, we dive into Gossip Girl season 1, episode 18, titled “Much I Do About Nothing.” Original air date: May 19, 2008. Summary In this conversation, the hosts discuss the events of...

Hey Upper East Siders and all you scandal-loving listeners out there! Welcome back to the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, where the coffee is strong, the waffles are fresh, and the gossip is hotter than ever. Join Leif, your seasoned Gossip Girl veteran, and Steve, the newbie diving into the Upper East Side for the first time. This week, we dive into Gossip Girl season 1, episode 17, titled “Woman on the Verge”. Original air date: May 12, 2008. Join us as we dissect the drama, romance, and...

Discussion on #LGBT themes surrounding coming out and being outed. Hey Upper Eastsiders and all you scandal-loving listeners out there! Welcome back to the Non Judging Breakfast Pod, where the coffee is strong, the waffles are fresh, and the gossip is hotter than ever. Join Leif, your seasoned Gossip Girl veteran, and Steve, the newbie diving into the Upper East Side for the first time. This week, we dive into Gossip Girl season 1, episode 16, titled “All About My Brother”. Original air date:...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013.   They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes.  This week the guys break down Gossip Girl season 1, episode 15 titled “Desperately Seeking Serena”. Original air...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013.   They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes.  This week the guys break down Gossip Girl season 1, episode 14 titled “The Blair Bitch Project”. Original air date...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013.   They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes.  This week the guys break down Gossip Girl season 1, episode 13 titled “A Thin Line Between Chuck and Nate”. Original...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013. They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes. This week the guys break down season 1, episode 12, titled, School Lies. The TWoP episode description reads: Serena,...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the original Gossip Girl TV show that aired on the CW from 2007-2013. They take a deep dive–one episode at a time–examining all the references to old movies and literature as well as exploring all the parallels and foreshadowing used by the writers. Not to mention, discussing all the schemes, secret hookups, and couture catastrophes. This week the guys break down season 1, episode 11, titled, Roman Holiday. The TWoP episode description reads:...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the OG Gossip Girl, one episode at a time. This week the guys break down Season 1, episode 10, titled, Hi, Society. The TWoP episode description reads: Serena is roped into attending the Debutante Ball (YES!), by her crazy grandmother CeCe. Further proving her worth, CeCe despises Dan, which hurts his little feelings. Blair and Nate go together as friends, just like Harold and Eleanor. Once Nate starts to figure out Blair's into somebody else, though,...

Leif and Steve do a spoiler free recap of the OG Gossip Girl, one episode at a time. This week the guys break down Season 1, episode 9, titled, Blair Waldorf Must Pie!. The TWoP episode description reads: Dan stupidly invites Serena and the van der Woodsens to Thanksgiving at the loft, creating madness all around. Blair's gay dad stands her up for the holiday, causing her to go insane. Nate's awkward cokehead dinner with his horrible parents also proves unfortunate. I don't know how you can...