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Hi, I'm Kristin Davis and I want to know, are you a Charlotte? Hi everybody. We are here today. It's just me and we are going to recap episode 201, Take Me out to the Ball Game. So this is a great episode. It is the first episode of season two and it's really fun because we go to the Yankees game and I remember well we go to a pretend Yankees game if I'm being honest. So it wasn't really the Yankees game but I remember so much about shooting that, and I remember being so excited that we got picked up for season two because we really didn't know if we would be picked up. So I feel when you watch this episode, I can feel just us being excited to be there and us being kind of a little bit more relaxed, you know, then we might have been at least myself, I guess I'm just speaking for myself, more relaxed than I would have been season one, which is, I think, really nice to see, just across the board. This is directed by the wonderful Alan Coulter, who I have so many memories of and who is actually, in the beginning of the episode on the street, he is standing and kind of bumps into Carrie or Carrie kind of bump. That is Alan Coulter, our director. And he made a very, very big impression on all of us, at least myself and I think on the show and the pacing of the show and the style of the show. And he comes back many times throughout the end of the show. He's great. And written by Michael Patrick King. Yay. Yay. Yay. And the thing that I think about, that I want to say first about Michael is that there's going to be a big storyline in here about how much we talk about men. And I feel like Michael took that from the reviews of the first season, which that was a complaint, was that all we talked about was men. So he wrote it into the show, which I love, and I think is a classic, classic moment coming up. Okay, so we'll jump right in. Okay. The first thing we see is Carrie on the street. And anytime we've got any of us walking on the streets of New York, especially in the olden days, I just love it because, A, New York looks so quaint and adorable, and B, there's usually real people walking around. And it's really just such a, you really feel the city, and I love that about it. So she's out there. She's walking around. She's talking about how she keeps imagining that she's gonna see Mr. Big on the street because they broke up, as we know, at the end of season one. And so now she's still, you know, in her breakup mode and obviously not really together. And she is smoking her cigarettes. Oh, my goodness. Takes me back. I remember her and half the crew smoking all the time back in the day. Her voiceover says that the city becomes an emotional battlefield because of the reminders of your ex. So she's seeing places they went and thinking about him. And obviously, we all know that's no fun. No fun at All. So that's how we begin. Then Charlotte and Miranda show up at Carrie's apartment to get her out. And this is when we start talking about our different opinions about how one should get through a breakup. And Miranda basically wants her to cut her losses and get back in the game. Charlotte says she thinks that it takes half the time that you were in a relationship to get over that relationship. And we learn then that Carrie and Big were together for a year, which makes sense. But also, I don't think we had been 100% clear about that the first season. So that's kind of a cool, cool fact to find out. So, you know, Charlotte always has her. Her ideas and her rules or whatever. So here, here we've got one. And I think it's a pretty good rule, personally. But I also think that you can't really control these things. But the thing that I like about that rule is it's saying take some time, feel bad, go through your different feelings, which I think is important, and then also have an end to it so that you're not just going on and on and on forever feeling bad and not wanting to leave your house, which is never healthy. Never healthy at all. Okay, so I like. I like Charlotte's rule. What do you guys think? Do you like her rule? I don't know. I don't know. What do people think about this? I have no idea. And I don't really know. I don't really know if it works. I do think that there's some people that are, Are. Are harder to. To get over than others or some relationships that are harder to get over than others, for sure. But I do think it's good to try to get over them. And I always like to get outside. That's my idea. Get outside, walk around. Walk around the city. Hike. If you're somewhere, you can hike. That's what I do. Okay, then we're on the street. We're going to get a taxi. Oh, we're all together. The girls are taking her out. You don't know where we're going yet? I don't think. Do we? No, I don't think we do. Carrie. This makes me laugh so hard. Carrie is too dressed up for where we're going, which really is, like, very important, you guys, because this is going to go on, like, even now in life. We're getting ready to go out and promote and dress like that. And I always have to check in with Sarah Jessica because I need to know what Sarah Jessica's gonna wear to our different events. Because she might be wearing something that is, like, way dressier than what I pictured in my mind. And I hate to be out of sync with her. So this is a very important point. She basically says that she doesn't care if she's too dressed up because it's more important that she look good in case she runs into Big. But in general, the important fact is she doesn't care if she's too dressed up. That is important to know for life and the show. And you know what? There's a part of me. I mean, part of me I was always like, oh, my gosh, why do I have to dress up so much all the time? But on the other hand, it's fun to dress up. And in life, I really don't dress up at all. So when we haven't worked for a while, then we go back to work and we get to get in all the clothes. It's just really fun, you know, I love it so much. Cause I. I don't do it that much. And so I think it's a good thing to remember. Like, it can make you feel good to dress up. So we go together in a cab, and we pick up Samantha. And Samantha is standing there with this guy James, that, shockingly, she's still with, which I did not remember that he hung around for so long. And it's kind of amazing. And he then calls her his princess, which is really bizarre. Okay. Like, I don't know who he thinks that he's in a relationship with is super interesting, but she kind of seems to enjoy it, which is also interest. So she gets in the car, and then again, she starts talking about her complaint with him, which is the Gherkin situation, which, you know, I'm not even gonna say too many things about. But, you know, it's amazing that she's even hanging in. That's what I think, because we all know how she actually really feels. Okay, then we go to. What is the pretend Yankee Stadium. It is actually where they used to hold the US Open in Flushing, Queens, I think. Right. And it was empty because there was no tennis happening. And the. I think the Yankees might have used to actually be there and then moved to their big stadium. I'm not sure. I'm not a baseball person, as you know, you might guess. Now Miranda is the big baseball person in this whole mix. And she's telling us, oh, all kind of things about the Yankees. And then there's this new Yankee, and she knows his stats. And I do remember being in New York and people would just really, really have so many details about these guys who played for the Yankees that I was always like, okay, whatever, that's cool. You know, I'm glad you guys are happy and into it. But, like, if there's a new player, everyone would talk about it. And whatever the drama was going on with the Yankees, you know, it's a big deal in New York. Big deal. So Carrie says that she's a big fan of anywhere that you can smoke and drink at 2pm without judgment. Which seems very on character, on point for Carrie. So she's happy, she's wearing her fur coat. Then Samantha goes back to her upset about her boyfriend James. And she's got a hot dog to do a visual representation of, which is kind of funny, but also sad. Kind of sad. So Carrie makes lots of little kind of funny analogies between baseball and her own dating stats. And then a fly ball comes up, which even I know that's a big deal. Like when a ball comes to you in a game of baseball, basketball, football. I don't know if that ever happens. Probably not. Anyway, Carrie catches the fly ball, which is really cute, really cute. And she's very excited. And I think Sarah has gone to probably more baseball games than possibly the rest of us combined. Matthew loves baseball, so she probably knows how truly exciting this is. Then cut to us somehow. Oh, she's used her press pass to get us backstage, as I would call it, at the Yankees game. And we are standing outside their locker room unembarrassed. Also, I might add, as though we're at backstage of a theater production, which I find also really funny that we're there standing there waiting for them to walk through back into their locker room. So then they meet the new Yankee, who's very cute. And Miranda is kind of acting a fool, you know, she's pretty excited. She's kind of over the top. She says things like, I'm a lawyer, you know. She says her blurting out things, which if you watch in Just like that is the whole first episode of and Dress like that for Miranda, which everyone complained about, but I felt was very, very on character for her. She just blurts some stuff out when she gets nervous, which is really cute because Miranda obviously is also often very not nervous and kind of cutting. So when she does get nervous and start acting kind of silly, it's cute, I think. So Carrie gets her ball signed by the very adorable new Yankee. And then she gets very bold and she chases him down the hallway and she asks him out to the Dolce and Gabbana party. And all of us are, like, kind of shocked and really impressed. Which, you know, yes, it kind of comes out of nowhere, but it is adorable. And then Miranda. Well, yeah, she's not impressed. She's kind of displeased because she thinks that Carrie should be rebounding with a CPA or. Or someone boring and not rebounding with the new Yankee. But I think it's cute. Samantha then tries to look at the guys through the door, which I really. It was such a funny and kind of long moment of her trying to look through that door. And I thought that the thing that was nice about it was the kind of unabashed, unapologetic, you know, adoration of the male body from Samantha especially, obviously, because she's in her situation. And I think it's like the thing about our show that everybody was so kind of shocked and like, ah, about in the beginning. And I like that we're leaning into it. I think that. I think that's good because why shouldn't we? You know, we should be allowed to do that. Just like men are always ogling women, you know. Then, okay, Carrie's back at her apartment and she's writing and smoking. I believe there's a lot of smoking in this episode. And she's wondering, what are the breakup rules? That is her big question of the episode. Then we go through a montage of real people I believe doesn't say, but it says montage. So I think that's what it means. And they say different things. They say, don't cry, don't call for three months. Which is interesting. Like, why don't call for three months, but why are you calling interesting? Then it says, don't sign a thing. Which, I mean, who wants you to sign something that's interesting and then change your name, your phone number and your job? That. That's rough. That. That's someone who, like, probably did something wrong, I would say. But anyway, it's interesting to hear all the different perspectives. When you are ready to take a drive, you think about the direction you are headed and how long it takes you to get there. You rarely think about bumpy roads, motorcyclists weaving through traffic, sluggish trucks, drivers speeding through red lights, and pedestrians crossing at the wrong moment. The truth is, the road can feel unpredictable and sometimes scary. But it doesn't have to be that way. 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Okay, so then. This is so cute. This is Carrie rushing to get ready. And she finds this picture of her and Mr. Big. But the thing I think is so cute about it, it's the. You know, the apartment that we know so well now after all these years. But it's so. So early days. And she's at the. You know, we have the camera kind of in her bedroom shooting down the closet hallway. And you can just see her running back and forth in the cute little bathroom, which. So realistic. That bathroom's so realistic to old New York apartments. It's got the black and white tile. It's really cool. And she's like, ah, she's very girly and getting ready. It's cute. It's really cute. I thought it was so cute. So she decides that her first breakup rule is to destroy all the pictures. Which I would say in this early pre, you know, iphoto situation. No, don't destroy the pictures. Because if you have them in film. Then you don't wanna have to go find them the negatives and get the reprinted. So don't destroy the pictures. That's what I say. But now we don't really have to worry about that. Cause the pictures follow us around everywhere we go. So we go to this party. It's adorable. Carrie has taken the new Yankee, which is also very cute. And you see Charlotte, and she is dating this guy Paul, who's a VP at a recording label. And is trying to sing the phrases of Miles Davis, which is hysterical. Like, who hasn't listened to Miles Davis? Oh, my gosh. Like, if there's any young people right now who haven't listened to Miles Davis. Please go out and listen of Miles Davis immediately. Oh, my gosh. So he's trying to talk about how great Miles Davis is. Which is entertaining. But also he has this weird habit where he continually kind of adjusts himself his private parts. And Carrie's looking at it and kind of rolling her eyes. And Charlotte eventually grabs his hand to kind of, like, distract him from his own private parts. Which is, you know, interesting. Poor Carrie thinks she sees Big across the party. Which actually makes total sense. Because I could completely see that he would be there. And I. You know, that's just the worst feeling when you're in a breakup. And you think you see the people or you're gonna see the People. And you have so much kind of anticipation and, you know, blah, blah feeling. Or, I guess, nerves really, you know. Then I ask Charlotte, ask Carrie how she feels. And Carrie comes up with breakup rule number two. Lie. Lie about how you're feeling. Because it's easier than telling the truth about how you feel to your friends. Which is kind of sad. So then she goes out walking with the new Yankee. Jo. On the streets of New York, looking so beautiful. They're downtown, I think, and it just looks so quaint. And we're, you know, in those days where we were shooting on the Super 16. And the light flares are so beautiful. And they kiss, and it's adorable. Then cut to breakfast. And Page Six has Carrie and the new Yankee. And Charlotte super excited about it. I feel like I'm always very excited when anyone is in the paper. There are many circumstances through the years where I get myself in the paper with Trey. I'm very excited, very excited. I'm always very excited. I'm reporting what's in that paper all the time. Very on. Onto the different papers. Not even just page six. The New York Times, all the different papers. Charlotte's into the papers. And Charlotte thinks that this is the best thing. Because Big is gonna see it. And Carrie looks fantastic. And she's with a new guy. Isn't that great? Miranda asks. And this is the crazy part. Miranda wants us to stop talking about guys and. Or sex. It's unclear to me. And so everyone is silent for a little while. And then I think Charlotte, not unlike myself, has trouble with silence. So she starts talking about her new problem. Which is that her boyfriend keeps touching his private parts. And then Samantha makes jokes that maybe certain parts of his private parts are too long. And then Miranda is like. Has a whole breakdown. And says that all we talk about is big or balls or small things. I can't even go down the list. And then she says it's like seventh grade with bank accounts. Which is really funny. And then she gets up and she. And she leaves, which is also insane. Like, just because of what the show is, right? But I do think this is when Michael Patrick was taking some criticism of the show. And using it in the writing. Which, you know, hallelujah. So now we. Carrie decides after this breakfast with the girls that she's gonna go shopping. And we come up with breakup rule number three. Until emotionally stabilized, enter no store. I think that's excellent. The problem now is that you can shop online. So that's really hard. Like, what do you do with your phone? And everything, right? So cut to Samantha. And this is very sweet. I mean, Samantha's so sweet. Here she's trying to coach James in all these different sex positions. And you can tell that she's a little annoyed, but she's doing her best. You know, she's just, like, in there trying to make it. And in the end, she gets her vibrator and then James asks her to put it away which is so bad. Really bad. Men do not do this. I don't know if there are any men listening, but if you are, do not do this to any women. And women don't do it to any other women. But I don't think you would. Anyway, just my advice. Then we cut to Charlotte, and she's gone out. And I feel like there might be a scene that got cut out where either I talk to Carrie about this or I go shopping or there's some. I feel like there was a piece missing where I come up with this plan that to get this new boyfriend to stop touching his private parts I'm gonna buy him different underwear. But maybe I just made that up in my head. I don't know. So cut to. Charlotte is in her really cute white bedroom with her white hallway which is really all she has at this point of her apartment. And she is giving Paul this present. And he gets very upset with her because they haven't even had sex. And she's giving him a gift which is such a weird overreaction. And I don't even. He doesn't seem to have any feelings that it's underwear. Which is the thing that I would have thought he might have thought was weird. Like, what a weird first gift. But Charlotte's all, like, it's supposed to be the best. The person at the store talked about the pocket. Is that what she says? Something like the pocket. That's what I say.
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It's pretty funny. But anyway, this guy huffs off. Huffs off over getting a gift. Also interesting and weird. Then this is, oh, the best sequence in the world. So here's Miranda. Previously, she's been wearing this green turtleneck, which I own. I used to get Miranda's clothes at the end of the season because they're very wearable. They're everyday clothes, you know, often. So it's a green sweater she was wearing before. I wear that sweater still. Now she's on the street. She's gone on her really famous. What's now become a Halloween Miranda office outfit. Office where she's got overalls and, like, a puffer on And a baseball cap. And she's out walking on the street, and she sees her ex, which we have referred to earlier, with his wife, who is the woman that he left her for. And she hides, and then she runs away. And it's really great because she's been kind of on her high horse about how Carrie should or shouldn't feel about her breakup. And then I think she's a bit surprised by her own feelings about running into him. And she's wearing this truly iconic outfit. Iconic, possibly for bizarre reasons, but also, like, so adorable and funny. And whenever I see people wearing that for Halloween, I really, really love it. I think it's so great. All right, so now Carrie's out at a bar with the new Yankee, and now she finally sees Mr. Big. And he walks over to her, and she feels calm because it's the perfect first meeting. Breakup rule number four. Never stop thinking about him, even for a moment, because that's the moment he'll appear. I do find this to be true. Yes, for sure. So he comes over in slow mo. It's very good. I love how they filmed it. It's really a good moment. And he touches her shoulder, and she looks at his hand. And, I mean, you just can tell that she's a goner. You know what I'm saying? Like, obviously, we know what happens with this relationship, but it's all very present, even way back in the beginning. So he touches her shoulder and he tells her that she looks great. Something like that. But anyway, it's like, you know, it's not gonna end well for the Yankee guy, let's put it that way. So she's walking home with Joe, the Yankee guy, and she's distracted. He kisses her, and she starts crying, and she says she's. She's not ready. And she asks him to leave, and he doesn't. And then she says, okay, then I'll go. She's interesting here. I think Carrie's so interesting. And then she's on the phone. She goes to the phone, and it's an adorable old phone booth. You guys like these actually used to work. It's so cute. And she calls someone, and she's kind of dramatic, and she says, like, can you meet me at our place? And then they do this really adorable reveal of Miranda sitting in the coffee shop. And we now have our coffee shops. Our first coffee shop set, which really takes me back to look at that set. And it's so sweet that Miranda's who Carrie called and that Miranda's there. And really, every Time I see these two together, I'm really just so impressed by the writing of their relationship throughout the years, because I love it. It's so interesting. And I don't know that I really realized it at the time, how interestingly they wrote them and how they're almost like a couple. You know, there are elements of Carrie, Miranda that are kind of coupling, like, you know, in terms of their, like, emotion together. I don't know how to put it, but, you know, it's. It's. It's like she's gotta, like, touch her touchstone. That's not really well put, but she's gotta, like, check in with her touchstone about her feelings. So Carrie sees her. She sees Miranda. She explains that she fell apart after seeing Big. And then Miranda says that she ran into Eric and that she hid and that she forgot how hard it is. And she tells her to take all the time she needs. And then the most important breakup rule. You'll never get through it without your friends, which is so nice and, like, very. Also much relevant to where the show goes and the movies and all of it in terms of us being each other's soulmates and, you know, maybe we're the ones for each other. And I love that part of the show. I don't know in the beginning if we really realized how important that would become, But I. I'm 100% down with it. I love it. And I think that's part of the longevity of the whole. The whole. The whole thing, really, and part of why the fans connect to it so much. And I. I feel. Feel like it's an awesome, awesome, you know, point in terms of, you know, how important friendships are in general and women to women relationships. And I feel in the olden days especially, I don't feel like friends were really thought of as being that important. I feel like maybe now friendships are. Are really. People are aware of how important it is to have your. Your girlfriends around. Do you feel that way? Kind of. Yeah. 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Podcast Summary: "Are You A Charlotte?" – Episode: "New York Isn’t BIG Enough for the Both of Us: Season 2 Begins... (S2 E1 'Take Me Out to the Ballgame')"
Host: Kristin Davis
Release Date: May 19, 2025
Duration: Approximately 47 minutes
In this inaugural episode of Season 2, Kristin Davis revisits the beloved series "Sex and the City," focusing on the first episode of the second season titled "Take Me Out to the Ballgame." Kristin delves into her personal experiences, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and the evolution of the show's themes that remain relevant today.
Kristin Davis provides a comprehensive recap of the episode, highlighting key plot points and character developments.
Carrie Bradshaw's Breakup: The episode opens with Carrie grappling with her recent breakup with Mr. Big. Kristin reminisces, "[00:08] Carrie is walking around, smoking her cigarettes, reflecting on how New York City becomes an emotional battlefield filled with reminders of her ex."
Friendship Dynamics: Charlotte and Miranda visit Carrie to help her move on. They debate different strategies for overcoming a breakup:
New Romantic Interests: Carrie meets a new Yankee player, symbolizing her attempt to rebound. Meanwhile, Samantha's quirky relationship with James adds humor and depth to the storyline.
Iconic Scenes: One standout moment is Carrie's enthusiastic pursuit of the Yankee after catching a fly ball, showcasing her vivacious personality. Kristin notes, "[14:50] Carrie's boldness in chasing down the Yankee to a Dolce & Gabbana party epitomizes her fearless approach to love."
Miranda's Vulnerability: Later in the episode, Miranda confronts her own feelings upon unexpectedly seeing her ex with his new wife. Her iconic office outfit becomes a visual representation of her inner turmoil. Kristin observes, "[24:15] Miranda's reaction to seeing her ex highlights the show's nuanced portrayal of female friendships and personal growth."
Kristin delves into the overarching themes presented in the episode and their significance both during the show's original run and in contemporary contexts.
Navigating Breakups: The episode offers various strategies for dealing with heartbreak, emphasizing the importance of time, self-care, and supportive friendships.
Friendship as Support: The enduring bond between Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda, and Samantha underscores the show's central message: friendship is crucial for personal fulfillment and resilience.
Gender and Sexuality: Samantha's unabashed representation of female sexuality challenges societal norms, aligning with the show's mission to bring previously taboo topics to the forefront.
New York City as a Character: The bustling metropolis serves as both a backdrop and an emotional landscape for the characters' journeys. Kristin reflects, "[35:20] New York isn't just the setting; it's a living, breathing entity that influences every decision and emotion the characters experience."
Carrie's Reflection on Breakup:
"[00:25] 'The city becomes an emotional battlefield because of the reminders of your ex.'"
Charlotte's Breakup Rule:
"[04:12] 'It takes half the time you were in a relationship to get over it.'"
Carrie's Bold Move:
"[14:50] 'I chased him down that hallway with all the confidence in the world. It was exhilarating!'"
Miranda's Vulnerability:
"[24:15] 'Seeing him with her just shook me to my core. I thought I was over it, but the truth is, it's still so hard.'"
Importance of Friendship:
"[43:29] 'You'll never get through it without your friends.'"
Kristin shares intimate anecdotes about the making of the episode, offering listeners a glimpse into the creative processes and interpersonal dynamics on set.
Directorial Influence: Alan Coulter's direction left a lasting impact on the show's pacing and stylistic choices. Kristin recalls, "[06:45] 'Alan Coulter was more than a director; he was a mentor who shaped the rhythm of our storytelling.'"
Writing and Feedback: Responding to critiques from Season 1, Michael Patrick King incorporated more balanced discussions about men and relationships. Kristin explains, "[09:30] 'We heard the feedback loud and clear. Michael's decision to weave in more about our perspectives on men added a refreshing depth to the narrative.'"
Authenticity in Filming: Filming in real New York locations enhanced the show's authenticity. Kristin notes, "[11:20] 'Walking the streets we knew so well, interacting with real New Yorkers—those moments made the show breathe life beyond the script.'"
Kristin discusses how the themes explored in "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" resonate with modern audiences, emphasizing the timelessness of friendship, personal growth, and navigating love in an ever-changing world.
Mental Health and Support Systems: The episode subtly touches on coping mechanisms and the importance of seeking support, aligning with today's heightened awareness of mental health.
Empowerment and Independence: Characters like Miranda exemplify empowerment, showcasing resilience and the pursuit of personal happiness irrespective of societal expectations.
Fashion and Self-Expression: The meticulous attention to fashion serves as a form of self-expression, reflecting the characters' identities and emotional states.
Kristin wraps up the episode by reflecting on the enduring legacy of "Sex and the City." She expresses gratitude for the show's impact on both her personal life and its broader cultural significance.
"[45:00] 'Looking back, it's incredible to see how our stories have intertwined with so many women's lives. The bond we share is the true essence of the show, and it's what keeps our characters alive in the hearts of our fans.'"
Kristin emphasizes the importance of maintaining friendships and being open about one's emotions, drawing parallels between the show's messages and real-life experiences.
"Are You A Charlotte?" offers a heartfelt and nuanced exploration of "Sex and the City," blending nostalgia with insightful analysis. Kristin Davis successfully bridges the gap between past and present, making the episode both a tribute and a relevant conversation starter about love, friendship, and personal growth in today's world.
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