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Kristen Davis
Hi, I'm Kristen Davis, and I want to know, are you a Charlotte? So let's talk about themes overall for a second. Because when we first started talking about this podcast and you were like, yes, thank God. So that empowered me to move forward. One of the things we talked about were the themes and the everlasting quality of the themes. And so this is our third or fourth whatever it is. And last week, the pilot episode has ghosting and can women have sex like men? No one cares about can women have sex like men? Which is super interesting.
Michael Patrick King
But I care about it.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
It was unspoken.
Kristen Davis
Totally. I thought it was a very big deal. I still think it's a big deal.
Michael Patrick King
It's still a big deal, right? I mean, it's still a big deal. I mean. And we went on to illustrate that to great comic effect, but it is a very big deal. Can women have sex like men?
Kristen Davis
But I do feel like society has progressed somewhat like the youngsters.
Michael Patrick King
No, we already talked about it. Oh, it's already off the table. Because we proved over many years that thesis.
Kristen Davis
Okay.
Michael Patrick King
So it's not a shock.
Kristen Davis
Got it, got it, got it, got it.
Michael Patrick King
It's not like they feel okay if women have sex like men, but they do. Yes, they can. Because of Sex in the City. They can have sex like men.
Kristen Davis
But then the ghosting thing, everybody was like, ghosting, Ghosting. So, like, the talk shows picked up that we talked about ghosting, though we didn't have the word ghosting, but like Sarah Winter character, you know, they're also picking out china, buying apartments, whatever they're doing, and then he's just gone. Yeah, they talked about that on the talk shows. And I was so fascinated by the fact that our pilot episode theme, one of them is now 30 years later being picked up again to be discussed on the talk shows in the morning.
Cynthia Nixon
Yes.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah.
Kristen Davis
It's unbelievable. So to you, if you think about. Cause there've been obviously so many episodes in our films, and just like that, you, you know, what are the biggest themes for you? What do you feel the strongest about? Are there any that you regret?
Michael Patrick King
I think the first thing that came into my mind that I think is Evergreen is, am I enough? Am I enough alone? Whatever that means. Whatever that means. Am I enough? I think am I enough Is something people are always asking because of the way we get sort of dragged up in society where we're not all completely perfect ever. So am I enough? Is really important. If you look at any episode, it's this very big struggle of people trying to Be there for themselves when they're strong, they're there for other people. When they're vulnerable, their friends are there for them. But it's constantly letting. The anarchy of saying single people are enough, being single is enough. That is still not done. Society is still insane. It's almost reversing now. But the idea that I might not be enough if I don't have someone in my life is the evergreen wound and gift of the series. And then also, am I right to do things my way? Ooh. I mean, Charlotte's great struggle through the whole series was she had to rebel against society's versions of her life. It started out what she wanted was so different than what she finally accepted. Right to the point of, you know, we put that whole. It's almost all. I mean, we did that with all the characters, but with Charlotte, it was clear, like, oh, be careful what you wish for.
Kristen Davis
Definitely.
Michael Patrick King
I mean. And the reason Charlotte got married, that was kind of shocking because it was supposed to be by then, the show was the brand for single girls.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
And I was like, yeah, no, she'd get married, so we have to.
Kristen Davis
I mean, that was what she wanted.
Michael Patrick King
Well, that's what a person would do.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
So let's do that.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
And then how do we torture her?
Kristen Davis
And you did.
Michael Patrick King
And we did. But the fact of the matter is, we didn't pretend for seven epis seasons that she could never find anyone because, A, it was you.
Kristen Davis
That would be crazy.
Michael Patrick King
It was you.
Kristen Davis
You're so sweet.
Michael Patrick King
Who anybody would marry. And two, it was a challenge to have one of the single people get married.
Kristen Davis
Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
And then what does that mean? And how does it affect the relationship? So I guess the idea is, you know, is it okay to be just you?
Kristen Davis
Right. And what about, like, chosen family?
Michael Patrick King
Yeah. I mean, well, I mean, I wrote it. It's this thing that I see people clipping a lot of. Maybe we could be each other's soulmates.
Kristen Davis
Yep.
Michael Patrick King
And just let the guys be these cute, fun guys to have fun with.
Kristen Davis
Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
I mean, that. The importance of that is it lets all the guys off the hook, you know?
Kristen Davis
Like, I never thought about that.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, the guys are off the hook.
Kristen Davis
Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
And, you know, that whole idea that you don't necessarily get everything you need.
Kristen Davis
From a partner, which is so important to say, because it's not how we're socialized.
Michael Patrick King
No, we're not. We're socialized that you're like, you know.
Kristen Davis
I mean, like, the person.
Michael Patrick King
The person who wants to be all.
Kristen Davis
The way will fulfill me.
Michael Patrick King
No I mean, as you grow, you go like, oh, I get laughs from that person.
Kristen Davis
Totally.
Michael Patrick King
I get sex from that person.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
I get sometimes laughs and sex.
Kristen Davis
Sure.
Michael Patrick King
But I get. My friends give me. That is a good comic. My friends give me things that my partner can't.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
But, yeah, I mean, it's just. That's. That soulmate thing is really not that we could be each other's soulmates.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
That's thrilling because you've got it covered. Because you're only supposed to get. That episode is special because it's all about rejecting the idea of one person for each person.
Kristen Davis
Right. And it's funny that I say the line, sure, of course it's great.
Michael Patrick King
And then, of course, you're the one who gets not that.
Kristen Davis
Right. Which had to be the way.
Michael Patrick King
But I love in that episode how she sort of bends her own rules when she's talking about Carrie. Like, well, you kind of this and then had thing.
Kristen Davis
I mean, there's a lot of bending of the rules over time, too, in life. Right? Absolutely. And I want to talk to you about Carrie a little bit because I'm gonna have Sarah on soon. And I'm so scared because, you know, there's this, like, thing about Carrie now, many years later, 30, whatever, 27 years later, where they're like, oh, Carrie's this, Carrie's that. I don't like Carrie. Carrie. Na, na na. You know, there's things out there. Michael's not on social media, you guys, so we love that about him.
Michael Patrick King
That's why my head's still attached 100%. Because it hasn't blown off.
Kristen Davis
You're protecting yourself to the first season.
Michael Patrick King
Of Anne just like that. I'm like, oh, really? Okay.
Kristen Davis
A great attitude. A great attitude. And for me, I look at it like, in a vague way, by the way, wrong. What?
Michael Patrick King
The first reaction to the first season of In Just like that, by the way, wrong.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
Their reaction, the craziness of it. But I think that's also expectations of how these people grew and didn't grow. Anyway.
Kristen Davis
Go ahead. Definitely. Definitely. So, Sarah, of course, none of us can be objective about our characters at this point. I mean, were we ever. I have no idea. Right. But there used to be a little bit, and now there's none. Like, you've been around on the set where someone you says, I don't even know. I'm gonna have Cynthia on soon too. But do you remember that time you were like, so and so.
Michael Patrick King
I don't know. But I've rarely seen you have your Breath taken away by what you're going to or not going to say as your editor shows up.
Kristen Davis
I know, right?
Michael Patrick King
What are you gonna say?
Kristen Davis
So this isn't gonna go well for me. No, it's totally.
Michael Patrick King
I sense that this is going to be charming for somebody, but not me. Go ahead.
Kristen Davis
No, it's going to be great. It's going to be hard for them because I've got to figure out what I'm going to say to them, because no one's objective is my main point. Right. Like, I'm not. People in the beginning would say, like, how are you like Charlotte? How are you not? And I could be like. Like Charlotte, but not, you know, 27 years later. I don't know. I mean, it's.
Michael Patrick King
You know, what people say about you 27 years later.
Kristen Davis
What?
Michael Patrick King
Oh, my God, Charlotte's so amazing.
Kristen Davis
Ah.
Michael Patrick King
And it's because I think the kids and the strength of it and the sort of what kids do to your character, and I think that we were able to really have Charlotte in just like that, be the one who is the mother of everybody. And that's why people are feeling that about Charlotte is because she is the mother to her own children, but also sometimes the mother to her friend group. And by mother, I mean tough love sometimes. And most times listening and supportive, which is amazing.
Kristen Davis
But I also feel the part of what they're responding to is the fact if you followed us the whole time, which so many people have, which is so amazing.
Michael Patrick King
Now, again, cause of Netflix.
Kristen Davis
Yes. It's the whole new group. Like, the growth is a very. I can't think off the top of my head of any other person actor who has gotten to have this. I mean, obviously the four of us and. Or three of us have, you know, a very, very long. I know it's time, which is insane and such a gift, but if you just think about Charlotte's beginning and where we're at now.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, it's amazing.
Kristen Davis
It's just not happening out there in the world for anybody else. So I am the luckiest person, and that's because of you. And that's what people respond to.
Michael Patrick King
Okay, so tell me about the Cynthia thing.
Kristen Davis
Got it. So where I'm an asshole, apparently.
Michael Patrick King
I think.
Kristen Davis
No. No, you're not.
Michael Patrick King
Okay. Oh, great. Then really? Then do tell me.
Kristen Davis
Definitely, no, you're not on the hook for any of this.
Michael Patrick King
Oh, really? No. That's what you think? Watch what I can do with it.
Kristen Davis
You're definitely not. No. This is about people. So this is my perspective on it. And I want yours. So I think people, way back in the beginning, they'd be like, am I a Carrie? Am I a Charlotte? Am I a Miranda?
Michael Patrick King
Whatever.
Kristen Davis
Right. And they'd have their own idea of themselves within what we were showing. And they would then own that, oh, I'm a Carrie. Right. Then Carrie might do something that maybe they.
Michael Patrick King
Well, the hero has the affair.
Kristen Davis
Exactly.
Michael Patrick King
Bad.
Kristen Davis
But this had to happen. Right. Because why would you keep watching if the hero was perfect?
Michael Patrick King
Right.
Kristen Davis
You would not.
Michael Patrick King
You would not.
Kristen Davis
We would not still be.
Michael Patrick King
No longer be here.
Kristen Davis
Exactly. It wouldn't be compelling. It wouldn't be interesting. Absolutely. I agree 100%.
Michael Patrick King
And the trick is, they would hate what she did, but still love her because of Sarah Jessica's amazing essence and quality as an actor.
Kristen Davis
Yeah, totally. Totally.
Michael Patrick King
I mean, that was tricky. We caught them hooked because they were furious when she would do things, but still they felt betrayed because they love her so much because of what Sarah Jessica does with that character.
Kristen Davis
Well, I think that's still happening. So there's still people who are like, Carrie. You know, Carrie's the worst.
Michael Patrick King
Cause of what she did to Aiden or whatever.
Kristen Davis
Different thing it is that week. Right.
Michael Patrick King
It's mostly that.
Kristen Davis
I mean, different things. Different things.
Michael Patrick King
I would dare her wear a slip to get coffee.
Kristen Davis
Totally. Stuff like that.
Michael Patrick King
Nobody would ever wear a crinoline slip to get coffee.
Kristen Davis
Exactly.
Michael Patrick King
That's right. They wouldn't. That's why we did.
Kristen Davis
Totally. So it's just different. They'll hook on different things. But there's like a. A sentiment that happened. I think it started. I don't really know, but I think it started when we weren't working. Right. Like in between the movies and just like that, where people would rewatch or whatever, and they'd be like, well, I'm looking at Carrie differently now.
Sarah Jessica Parker
Right.
Kristen Davis
Which is the joy also of the characters and that, like, you look at them at different times in your life and you think different things or feel.
Michael Patrick King
Different things, depending on who you are.
Kristen Davis
Absolutely.
Michael Patrick King
Are you a Carrie now? Are you a Charlotte?
Kristen Davis
Are you a Miranda?
Michael Patrick King
Are you Samantha?
Kristen Davis
Exactly. And you can be any. At any given time.
Michael Patrick King
In the 20s, you can be Samantha.
Kristen Davis
Yes.
Michael Patrick King
In your 50s, you could be Samantha.
Sarah Jessica Parker
Samantha.
Kristen Davis
That was good. That was so good. I sometimes am like, I should try to be Samantha. So anyway, you're Samantha.
Michael Patrick King
You have a Samantha in you.
Kristen Davis
Trust me a little bit. A little bit. For sure. Ooh. Anyway. Both. And then. Okay, so for Carrie, this kind of sentiment started. Sarah Jessica was like, when we went back for I'm not supposed to say, like, my fans don't like it. Good luck.
Michael Patrick King
I've only heard about 5 likes.
Kristen Davis
Oh, thank God.
Michael Patrick King
You've really policed yourself.
Kristen Davis
I've really tried.
Michael Patrick King
That's because you're talking to somebody.
Kristen Davis
That's so right. When I'm by myself, it's very hard.
Michael Patrick King
Well, like is a landing pad.
Kristen Davis
He's the writer. Listen to him, you guys. It's a landing pad. Thank you.
Michael Patrick King
So that she can get her next thought. It's really hard to talk to yourself.
Kristen Davis
It's very hard to talk to yourself.
Michael Patrick King
Unless you're psychotic.
Kristen Davis
Thank you.
Michael Patrick King
Which you're not.
Kristen Davis
Thank you. He needs to be here every episode.
Michael Patrick King
Go ahead, go ahead.
Kristen Davis
Okay, so in the interim, before we.
Michael Patrick King
Go, to say, okay, go ahead. Go, go, go, go.
Kristen Davis
In the interim of not working. Right before we did. And just like that, sir, Jessica was saying to me, you know, what is this thing where people don't like Carrie? And I was like, oh, don't worry about that. She was like, but I mean, how could they not like Carrie? And I'm like, I mean, I just think it's over time and people, you know, get attached to things again.
Michael Patrick King
Another reason to not be on social media. Go ahead.
Kristen Davis
It's true. So. And I. I mean, I don't think she was looking. It just kind of grew and she saw it, you know, and then, of course, she take. Because how can you not. Right.
Michael Patrick King
Sure.
Kristen Davis
You play Carrie.
Michael Patrick King
You know, I take it personally, Right? In terms of Carrie, of course. What are you crazy?
Kristen Davis
You are Carrie.
Kim Cattrall
Totally.
Kristen Davis
In a lot of ways, he is, you guys. I mean, you're all of us, really. But I think you're really Carrie. But she, you know, I had to kind of like, you know, don't worry. You know, don't worry. So then Megan Thee stallion has a little.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah. The great Megan thee stallion.
Kristen Davis
Exactly.
Michael Patrick King
Exactly.
Kristen Davis
I know. We're gonna have her on the episode.
Michael Patrick King
Oh, how fantastic. The idea that that happened.
Kristen Davis
Right?
Michael Patrick King
Like, she just discovered it for the first time, which made it. And all I kept thinking was, now everybody's gonna discover it again.
Kristen Davis
I know. It's the joy.
Michael Patrick King
So she had a problem.
Kristen Davis
Yes. She had a lot to say about Carrie. She was like, she wakes up every morning and thinks, how can I ruin everyone's day? So I've gotta prepare myself. Oh, God, I hope Sarah Jessica doesn't get mad at me.
Michael Patrick King
Very, very, very strong point of view. It is almost unfounded in any reality, but I love it.
Kristen Davis
Don't listen to this, Meghan, okay? Don't listen to it. No, no.
Michael Patrick King
I mean I love that. It's a strong take.
Kristen Davis
It is a strong take. It's a really strong take that she's Carrie.
Michael Patrick King
Oh really?
Kristen Davis
Yes.
Michael Patrick King
That's self hate.
Kristen Davis
It's interesting. And I don't know if it's also like, she's very funny, Meghan. Like, who knows?
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, she's funny.
Kristen Davis
Yeah. So I don't know if she's being funny. We'll find out when she's on because I'm going to drill down the reality.
Michael Patrick King
Is the great thing about a series, if it's working, is that you love and hate decisions people make every episode. Which is why you keep watching. Oh, the second year of and just like that, the Miranda to get back to Cynthia. The Miranda fallout about Choices is really what that was about.
Kristen Davis
Right?
Michael Patrick King
Choices. Choices people love to discuss when they're on, when they're off.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
Why? Why are they behaving like that?
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
Like your friends, like anyone.
Kristen Davis
Definitely.
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Kristen Davis
So Cynthia, you know, obviously, very, very connected to Miranda, though. You know, she also, you know, she's very like, oh, I don't care. I don't care. But then if anyone says anything negative, she's like, why are they still hung up on that? Do you remember this? When we were on set the other day, it was not that long ago, and we were like, oh. And she was like, no, I don't understand. How do they not understand? And we're like, it's okay. It's okay. Let them have their thoughts and feelings.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, they'll be thrilled. It's all about this giant evolution that these four characters are taking. And I think what's so positive for people about Charlotte is they feel she's aligned. She's kind of, like, true. She's kind of in a place of alignment with who they hoped and wished she would be. So true and so important.
Kristen Davis
I'm happy that I can be that for them.
Michael Patrick King
So important. Especially if you're killing somebody's love and destroying a marriage, that someone is aligned.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
It keeps it grounded.
Kristen Davis
Thank God.
Michael Patrick King
The interesting thing about. Are you a Charlotte? Are you a Miranda? Are you Carrie? There was, when we were in the height of the madness of the success of the pop culture ness of the series, there was a British psychologist who taught a class, I think, at Oxford. I might be highfaluting it, but definitely a university in England. And in order to get into her psychology class, you had to say, which of the four Sex and the City ladies you were.
Kristen Davis
I love it.
Michael Patrick King
And that somehow defined her understanding of your understanding of your personality so that she could go deeper. Also, they used to do those giant polls. Which one are you?
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
Like the Buzzfeed, it would be like, Miranda, 9%. And I would be like, bull. That's total. Every smart, funny woman I know has a Miranda, definitely. And they just don't want to own it.
Kristen Davis
Definitely.
Michael Patrick King
And then years later, that, you know, every Alpha Don sex in the city became the champion of Miranda.
Kristen Davis
Right. We should all be Mirandas.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah. Only for us to destroy it. And just like that. I know.
Kristen Davis
And then they got very messed up with us.
Michael Patrick King
But the reality is, I think that there's aspects to all these characters that people find more compelling than less. But still, you can't have the compelling without the opposite choice.
Kristen Davis
Absolutely.
Michael Patrick King
Don't marry that man, Charlotte. He can't get hard.
Kristen Davis
Yeah. That was a really bad thing where, like, what? I mean, that just goes to show how, you know, she had that eye on the prize that we Talked about for three years before we got there. Right. And she was gonna get it. Which I do think people do.
Michael Patrick King
I think the genesis of that wanting something is in BAE of married pigs.
Kristen Davis
Yeah, Her.
Michael Patrick King
Like she's even gonna date this guy. Not her typical type.
Kristen Davis
I know. And she doesn't even say she likes him.
Michael Patrick King
No.
Kristen Davis
She's brilliant.
Michael Patrick King
It's so great and so flawed. Yes. You have the other great things in that episode is Samantha literally being. Laughing about the fact that they think we're whores.
Kristen Davis
I know.
Michael Patrick King
Miranda being furious that she's being typecast as a loser by married people. Charlotte defending married people. And Carrie, of course, watching it all. But what's interesting is the married people are not nice.
Kristen Davis
No, they're not.
Michael Patrick King
They're not. They're self protective.
Kristen Davis
Yes.
Michael Patrick King
Entitled.
Kristen Davis
Yes.
Michael Patrick King
Monstrous. When that woman comes into the kitchen when Samantha's just having a business conversation.
Kristen Davis
I've been there so many times.
Michael Patrick King
Have you?
Kristen Davis
Yes. Are you surprised?
Michael Patrick King
No. I mean, somebody tells, like, why are you talking to her?
Kristen Davis
I know. Like, back off, lady. And you're like, I'm just standing here. I'm literally just standing here. I mean.
Michael Patrick King
And Samantha, for the one of the few times ever, is talking about finances.
Kristen Davis
100%.
Michael Patrick King
She's a businesswoman.
Kristen Davis
Talking about money.
Michael Patrick King
About money. And the guy. And he's having a perfectly. Who knows what his agenda is?
Kristen Davis
He definitely has an agenda.
Michael Patrick King
Well, she's just talking about money in a low cut dress.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
And the wife has had it.
Kristen Davis
I know. Oh, my God. I really felt that was kind of.
Michael Patrick King
It was kind of deep to cast married people as cartoon villains.
Kristen Davis
I agree, I agree.
Michael Patrick King
As compared to the lecherous single ladies as the cartoon villains.
Kristen Davis
I know. But I mean, this is still really very happening in our society, you know?
Michael Patrick King
Well, the great thing about it is we got to show the pain caused. Yeah, the pain caused.
Kristen Davis
Yes.
Michael Patrick King
Which no one was showing the pain caused. If you were not married, you were a loser or a whore. And this is like real people. And what's so great about Charlotte is as though people think of Charlotte as naive.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
Where you are very similar to Charlotte is you walked into. Charlotte, walked into that room and clocked it 100% accurately. She looked around, she saw the people. Oh, my God, this is a thing. He wants to marry you. They're not gonna be nice to us. She knew exactly what the social vibe in that room was from her own feelings.
Kristen Davis
That's so true. That's so true. And I never.
Michael Patrick King
I have that.
Kristen Davis
I do have that. I definitely have that. And I never think about that with her. And I think that's totally true.
Michael Patrick King
Early, especially early, she was like. She was kind of definitively clear, so true about who people are in relation to being married or not.
Kristen Davis
Cause she's like, finely tuned to it. Because it's clearly been put in her as this goal. And that's her journey. Right. Is to go on this journey of. That's my goal. I'm gonna give these three best friends who really don't share this goal. I'm gonna speak at them and lecture at them.
Michael Patrick King
Well, yeah. I mean, all the conflict between. Whenever we did an episode between Charlotte and Samantha was about Samantha pissing on.
Kristen Davis
Her dream, which I fully understand.
Michael Patrick King
You know, it was like, don't make fun of this. Don't sleep with my doorman. That's not the way.
Kristen Davis
Or my brother or whoever else. I know. It's so interesting to think about the juxtaposition of Samantha and Charlotte.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, they're opposites.
Kristen Davis
They're fully opposites. But yet friends, like, that's what I do like about this episode. Like, she's drunk and I'm taking her home.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah. It's sweet, right? Taking care of her. You could write mother.
Kristen Davis
I know. It's so sweet.
Michael Patrick King
Best friend, great girlfriend. Like, they have like so little in common at this point.
Kristen Davis
I know.
Michael Patrick King
But the other two are gone home.
Kristen Davis
I know.
Michael Patrick King
And Charlotte's like, I'll let her sleep at my house. I know.
Kristen Davis
I'm like, come on, it's nice.
Michael Patrick King
I'll let her sleep in my two walled house.
Kristen Davis
Exactly. She's on the couch somewhere that we don't see.
Michael Patrick King
See.
Kristen Davis
Yeah, I know. It's so funny.
Michael Patrick King
I mean, but it's like, you know, just. And actually, when I said that the pilot, the trailer was funny, one of the images I remember was Samantha going, do you have a cigarette?
Kristen Davis
And that's good.
Michael Patrick King
Mink co. Opening up fur. Which would never be allowed now.
Kristen Davis
Totally. I know. Wearing a fur coat, which she didn't.
Michael Patrick King
Have going on in. She had no coat on going in.
Kristen Davis
No way.
Michael Patrick King
So I don't know whose fur coat that was. Pat Fields, I guess.
Kristen Davis
Pat. Pat was into the cameraman.
Michael Patrick King
Put a fur on with the bra and panties. Like, don't matter where it came from. And we are so now we are so focused on, like, how would this really happen? Pat would be like, shut up. Just wear it.
Kristen Davis
And that was the joy of Pat. She was not literal in any way. Shape.
Michael Patrick King
No. When we were doing the Paris episodes, I was in the office and I got a call Come down here. So I went down to the. Make the hair trailer. I mean, not the makeup and hair trailer. I went down to the costume.
Kristen Davis
Right.
Michael Patrick King
Anyway, I got a call from Pat. Get down here. And I went down to the wardrobe room, and on the middle of. Remember you used to have that, like, round circular couch thing where, like, people would sit on department stores and put on shoes?
Kristen Davis
Yes.
Michael Patrick King
There was this conical round thing. And on it was the Mille Foy dress that Carrie wears in Paris. That thousand layers of dress. She goes, this just came from Paris. It wants to be in the show.
Kristen Davis
Did you have to write it in?
Michael Patrick King
No. I said to her, no. How would that. How would she get that? There would be, like. It would be like, a whole, like, three trunks just to get that there. And I gave her all the logical reasons why it wouldn't be in there. She says, I'm just saying, it wants to be in the show. And I turned, and as I walked across the threshold, I just got hit with reality. And I thought, yeah, it wants to be in the show. And I came back and I said, okay. And that was a lesson I learned is, like, sometimes wardrobe is better than logic. And so, you know, they're still talking about Milfoy. It was on tour 100, but reality would have pushed that right out of the window. I was like, maybe it's folded up on that thing.
Kristen Davis
I don't know. I know I went through my own fur coat.
Michael Patrick King
Came from Charlotte. I don't know.
Kristen Davis
I mean, who knows? Absolutely. Who knows? And I went through my own, you know, journey with Pat about this, you know what I'm saying? Where I. You know, in the beginning, I was like, I don't know what on earth you're trying to put me in, woman. And she was like, ah, let me. And I was like, no, no, no.
Michael Patrick King
Let me. That. No, you don't even need to finish that sentence. Let me.
Kristen Davis
And it's such a journey, but also just such a. You know, she's an artist, and I think sometimes you have to just give over.
Michael Patrick King
Do you have a favorite?
Kristen Davis
A favorite outfit? I wouldn't. The first thing that comes to my mind is the Black Swan that I wore to Carrie's wedding. Right.
Michael Patrick King
Zack Posen. Yeah.
Kristen Davis
That was good.
Michael Patrick King
No, and in your little feet as you run around.
Kristen Davis
I couldn't run in that thing.
Michael Patrick King
That was the best because it was the comic relief, 100%.
Kristen Davis
But, I mean, that was magic. Okay? That was magic, because, like, that was not. Like, my thing was like, jesus, God, this thing is so much work. Because do you remember how long Pat obsessed over what we were gonna wear?
Michael Patrick King
Yeah.
Kristen Davis
I mean, it was a big deal. Cause I don't know if you remember that Sarah did not want to wear beige at Charlotte's wedding.
Michael Patrick King
Oh, the Charlotte's wedding scene. When you're all in Vera Wang and you're wearing those beige bridesmaids dresses.
Kristen Davis
Kira's, like, still mad about it.
Michael Patrick King
One of the longest days of my life. I have pictures of Sarah and Sarah's.
Kristen Davis
Sleeping on the aisles in the church.
Michael Patrick King
It was a thousand degrees because it was all windows. And we were upstairs.
Kristen Davis
I was levitating, okay? I was levitating the entire time, as though I was a person who wanted to get married and was actually getting married. I had nothing negative. It was a dream.
Michael Patrick King
And then SJ goes and cuts up the Vera Wang dress. She hates it. She didn't want to wear a beige.
Kristen Davis
She's literally still mad.
Michael Patrick King
She cut it up and started putting tartan pieces on it because.
Kristen Davis
No, she was out of her mind.
Michael Patrick King
Because Trey was wearing a kilt.
Kristen Davis
I know.
Michael Patrick King
I mean. I mean, it was.
Kristen Davis
At one point she came to me and she was like, I don't understand. And I'm like, but it's Charlotte's wedding. Of course you'd be wearing beige. Matching. I mean, I don't understand what you don't understand. You know? She's like. Anyway, cut to her wedding, many years later, Carrie's wedding. You know, we were obviously not going to be wearing matching bridesmaids dresses. But then Pat had, like, so many ideas and so many. I mean, I can't even remember all the designers we went through. And I remember one night, I was sitting on my couch, you know, exhausted, at home. The phone rings. It might have been midnight. And she's like, black. And I'm like, huh? She's like, you're going to wear black. Are you okay with that? And I'm like, yeah, Pat. You know, if everyone else is okay, I'm okay. And little did I know, it was this, like, you know, incredible creation.
Michael Patrick King
Who would put Charlotte in black for the wedding?
Kristen Davis
I mean, Carrie would. That's. Who would.
Michael Patrick King
It was fantastic.
Kristen Davis
It was fantastic. Do you remember those stairs? I mean, we're off on the movie now, but, like, those stairs. I did literally think we might die on those stairs.
Michael Patrick King
Sure.
Kristen Davis
But then, do you remember how the crew guys laid on them in case we fell? Do you remember this?
Michael Patrick King
I don't remember that.
Kristen Davis
Our grips, okay, so we had to run up and down those marble stairs at the public library in the dresses, in the shoes. So many times. Michael Patrick King. Cause he was directing. Okay.
Michael Patrick King
It's beautiful.
Kristen Davis
Yes. There is no limit.
Michael Patrick King
Next time you see the movie, just enjoy all the different shots of.
Kristen Davis
Exactly. There's many, many.
Michael Patrick King
Because if it. There's this, there's close, there's from all over there, everywhere. And everyone got in the movie.
Kristen Davis
That's all I have to say, 100%.
Michael Patrick King
It's not on the garage.
Kristen Davis
No, you're right. You're right. It's not. It was beautiful, but it was very, very hard. So I can't remember if it was running. No, we don't run up. We run down.
Michael Patrick King
Because you walk up and run down.
Kristen Davis
Yes, we walk up. Which was doable. Not easy, but doable going down. We were scared, okay? We were scared. And we had to do it in sections, right? So, like, whatever the camera shot was and we were, you know, like quaking a bit, you know, in our heels. Like, who's gonna fall? Who's gonna catch the person who falls? Cause we're all in the shoes and the tight dresses, so our grips laid down on the marble stairs so that if one of us fell, they could break our fall. I mean, literally, when you think about what the crew has gone through for us over the years, right? I mean, it's incredible.
Michael Patrick King
That's why when anyone shows up on our show or movies and says, these shoes are hard to walk. I'm sorry, What? I'm sorry.
Kristen Davis
You will not be getting sympathy from Michael Patrick.
Michael Patrick King
They wear heels when it's 10 degrees out and we're pretending it's spring. So 100%, get in line. I will say one other thing about the movie, because I don't know if I'll ever be here again.
Kristen Davis
You will be. No.
Michael Patrick King
Anyway, the movie. This is totally for the fans. The movie. When Charlotte Poughkeepsie's in her pants from.
Kristen Davis
All the Lord, you have to bring it up.
Michael Patrick King
Kristen was like. I said, kristen, you've gotta do this. It's hilarious.
Kristen Davis
I'm dying.
Michael Patrick King
And we were on She's Dying. And the reality was, in order to get Sarah Jessica, Cynthia and Kim laughing and Kristen to really understand the depth of what I wanted, I stood behind the camera. This is going to be tough for sound. And when it was happening, all I did was this. So when you see Kristen, when I push the camera in and she goes like this, she rolls her eyes and it's like she's rolling her eyes that I'm still doing it. Poo, poo, poo, poo, pow. Pow pow pow pow pow pow. Poo poo. Poo poo.
Kristen Davis
I'm thinking about how I'm going to kill him when we said do not.
Michael Patrick King
Break until we're done.
Kristen Davis
Oh my God.
Michael Patrick King
And then when we were in post, the sound guy was saying to me, you almost ruined that take. I said, or did I make that take?
Kristen Davis
Exactly. I don't think you would have gotten it if you hadn't done what you'd done. It's true.
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Kristen Davis
One time later I don't know where we were. We were somewhere doing press and I was irritated and you were like what's wrong? And I was like oh, you know, I'm still having to talk about, you know, Mexico. And you're like what do you mean? I'm like, you know the thing you made me do. And you were like these year, all these years later, I'm like, yes Michael, this is our lives now you have to discuss. Like I'll be on vacation somewhere. Some woman at the pool will be like, did you drink the water?
Michael Patrick King
I'll just be like, well right before we film that, I'll give you another Kristen. Here's a. Here's a very good Kristen. And me, me dying, actor, director, dynamic. We were about to do the naked shower scene. Oh Jesus, I can't believe you're here. We had put decals, we measured your height, we put decals across the logo of the hotel so that they would block your nipple. And everything else was great. Cause everybody was ready to do that movie. Everybody looked great. And we're doing it, and we're getting ready to do it, and you come up to me, I said, so you're ready? She goes, you keep coming at me with those big eyes. And I was like, guilty, guilty, guilty. My big eyes.
Kristen Davis
You wanted something I didn't.
Michael Patrick King
You just knew it was your internal.
Kristen Davis
You don't remember that. You were like, it would be great if we could see your butt.
Michael Patrick King
Oh, okay. I edited out that part. But you did say. I did see your lovely.
Kristen Davis
Right. But you wanted more. You wanted more.
Michael Patrick King
No, I don't think so.
Kristen Davis
You did.
Michael Patrick King
Why would I?
Kristen Davis
Because you're you. You always want more.
Michael Patrick King
You keep coming at me with those big eyes. I think about that all the time.
Kristen Davis
That's so funny.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah. Because sometimes, you know, you're like, let's go again. I thought, I'm. I'm probably doing the big eyes right now. The Charlotte big eyes.
Kristen Davis
That's adorable. Oh. I wanted to say my very first, very clear memory of you. It's not that different than that. Okay, we are at the delightful. We're at the reservoir in Central Park. It's in Sarah and I, and we're gonna gossip to get our heart rates up, which the deux Moi still uses. The gossip people lady. She's very nice. Sorry, I don't know if she calls herself gossip or not. I don't know. Anyway, you remember that.
Michael Patrick King
It's totally over my head.
Kristen Davis
Is it?
Michael Patrick King
I remember the scene.
Kristen Davis
It's social media. I'm talking about social media. Okay, Sorry. There's a very popular.
Michael Patrick King
I'd like to go on the record that not being on social media is fresh. That's what I'm leaving. I'm leaving everybody listening on social media. So fresh for me. I'm glad you're there.
Kristen Davis
Luckily, podcasts are on a different thing.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, they are.
Kristen Davis
Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
Because they're intellectual.
Kristen Davis
That was Joe, Michael. So we're there, and I'm sure that you had been very much involved before, but I was in my weird days at the beginning of being over pretty much at all times. Right. I mean, that's how I felt. I don't know.
Michael Patrick King
I know. I understand.
Kristen Davis
Yeah. It was a lot, you know, in the beginning.
Michael Patrick King
I can't wait to hear this. On the edge of my couch.
Kristen Davis
We're gonna. We're gonna. We're doing our thing. Right. And Mark Feuerstein. Feuerstein. Remember him?
Michael Patrick King
Yes. I've loved him.
Kristen Davis
Yes, me too. I love him, too. And we were a little bit mean to him that day. And we were Mean to him. Backstory. We probably should have him on in the future. But we were in the trailer, we were running our lines like we do so that we could be on it when we got out there for you. Right?
Michael Patrick King
Yeah.
Kristen Davis
And he comes in and we were like, hey, do you want to run lines with us? And the guys never knew how to be right because they were like the guest star girls, you know what I'm saying? They like the date. Right. So he comes in and we say like, hey, you want to run lines with us? And he's like, oh, I don't really know him. And we're like, oh, you better get on that, because we're going to go out there and they're going to really expect us, like, snappy, snappy. And he's like, oh, really? You know, like, you mean, like, learn the literal lines? And we're like, yes. And then we kind of look at each other like, oh, no. You know, because you know how there's people in tv.
Michael Patrick King
Sure. They think it's a suggestion.
Kristen Davis
Exactly, exactly.
Michael Patrick King
It's fine in drama.
Kristen Davis
Exactly. It's not where we live, you know, at all. And that became very true when you. When you came. Cause, you know, in the pilot, there was the one ad lib scene that ever took place where they told us to fill in our things we felt most insecure about when we were talking about the models. Sorry, that's the second episode, not the pilot. So, like, I talk about my thighs. Sarah touches her nose.
Michael Patrick King
Wow.
Kristen Davis
Yeah. Because Darren didn't want to write.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, sure.
Kristen Davis
Yes. Which was very kind. But then things went sideways. You know, you can't ask us to ad lib. You don't want to do it.
Michael Patrick King
I don't know about that, but go ahead.
Kristen Davis
Well, we just go anyway. So we're there, Mark's there. He's like, oh, okay, I'll try to learn my lines. And we're like. We're look at each other, like, oh, God. You know? So then we were a little bit. A little bit mean, apparently, like the vibe. And then he seemed very shut down because there's three of us being.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, sure. On this show that no one even knows about. What's their attitude? This isn't like it's a hit.
Kristen Davis
Exactly.
Michael Patrick King
This is on the wrestling channel.
Kristen Davis
Exactly. Right. I tried to explain that to them.
Michael Patrick King
Nothing.
Kristen Davis
The boxing. Right. So then we go out there and we're doing our thing, you know, and we're stretching, we're trying to whatever. And I had a line and I can't remember the Line. Exactly. I haven't rewatched this one yet, but it's like a line with a comma and then a second, you know, one section, the comma, and a second. And there was an if and there was a but, and I flipped them. You know, I do this sometimes with Charlotte syntax. It still happens, right? It's sometimes a struggle. And you come up to me and.
Michael Patrick King
You'Re very anxious with my big eyes.
Kristen Davis
And your big eyes. And you're like, no. And I'm like, no. And you're like, do not flip those words. It's not funny that way. And I was like, okay, okay, okay, okay.
Michael Patrick King
What a monster.
Kristen Davis
Oh, my God. No, I was like, oh, my God. This one's scary. This one's so scary. He's very precise. So I look at the girls and they're like, yeah, you know, do it, do it. So I'm like, okay, got it. And then, of course, now that I'm like, you know, it's like once they point something out, then you can't do it. Do you know what I mean? I'm like, oh, God, I've got to please this new guy.
Michael Patrick King
Unfortunately, in this scenario, I'm they. But go ahead. Go back to how this isn't gonna be bad for me.
Kristen Davis
No, it's not bad for you at all. Because that was just the first memory. And now here we are, 20 million, 100 years later. And you were right.
Michael Patrick King
I was right. You were right. But I also wanna put into the world that maybe your performance of me is through your magnified shame spiral of the season one. And maybe I was direct.
Kristen Davis
You were very direct.
Michael Patrick King
I don't think I screamed.
Kristen Davis
No, no, you're just intense.
Michael Patrick King
Intense.
Kristen Davis
You're just intense when you care about. And listen, if you didn't care, we wouldn't be here.
Michael Patrick King
You know, here's my growth.
Kristen Davis
Tell me.
Michael Patrick King
I go on in just like that. When there's a guest director, they're like, she didn't say it right. I'm like, but it's not exactly. But it's not exactly a big joke, right? It's like a sentence, right? And look at what they're doing and feel what they're feeling. And then don't maybe go in again and ask them to do a different.
Kristen Davis
I appreciate that so much.
Michael Patrick King
Because at this point, who is. Who's the horse and who's the cart? At this point, it's like, you guys are leading. I'm leading with the writing. You're following. I'm following you.
Kristen Davis
I think we're one.
Michael Patrick King
I think we're one.
Kristen Davis
Really, what we're saying.
Michael Patrick King
I think we're one. I mean. Yeah. The first episode I directed, I gave that whole horse storyline to you because I knew you loved animals so much. I thought, this will be really wonderful. For sure.
Kristen Davis
And what a great storyline.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, it was great.
Kristen Davis
Magical to think about. Magical to think about.
Michael Patrick King
I think that people are gonna be. You know, we talked about, like, all the decisions that we made on. And just like that for Miranda to be, like, so outside what they want.
Kristen Davis
Yes.
Michael Patrick King
I think they'll be very pleased with Miranda the third season of. And just like that.
Kristen Davis
I love Miranda the third season. I mean, I love Miranda the first.
Michael Patrick King
I love the first. Everything gets broken again.
Kristen Davis
I mean, I thought it was very brave.
Michael Patrick King
And I think you're fantastic this season as well.
Kristen Davis
I'm so scared to watch.
Michael Patrick King
Oh, you shouldn't. I've seen them all always so scared. Oh, it's so nice. You're so lovely as an actor and so.
Kristen Davis
Thanks, babe.
Michael Patrick King
Adorable. And I will tell you every. I've told other people this, but I've never told you this. Uh, oh, in. And just like that, every day when you show up, you look at me and say, how are you? Very few people do that. How are you? And I think that says a lot about who you are. How are you? And then I say, I'm great. Now hold the fake penis. No, I mean, it means a lot because fall down. I think that. Fall down. Oh, yeah, fall down.
Kristen Davis
I can't wait.
Michael Patrick King
Kristin does a lot of her own stunts this year. I do really good.
Kristen Davis
She gave me a stunt hat. I have a hat now. I'm an official.
Michael Patrick King
I mean, Jen, the stunt lady. Yeah. Kristin did a lot of physical stuff this year that was complicated. And she had to discover how to do it. It could go too big or too little, and you hit it just right. Especially with the, you know.
Kristen Davis
Yeah, yeah, yeah. I know what you're talking about.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah. I think. And just like that is this season is going to be a kind of. It's a summer show.
Kristen Davis
Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
It's coming out in the summer. It feels like the summer. It feels like the darkness that we had deliberately, by design, put in season one of. And just like that has given way to the light and the emotions that people are sort of needing or looking to right now.
Kristen Davis
Yeah. Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
And it's the most beautiful season.
Kristen Davis
How exciting.
Michael Patrick King
It's the most beautiful. We've never. I think there's more New York in and just like that, season three than there's been in maybe the entire I felt that way.
Kristen Davis
I felt like we were out and it was glorious. It was so glorious.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, it's everywhere. We were everywhere from the Met to every restaurant.
Kristen Davis
Botanical Garden.
Michael Patrick King
Botanical Gardens. Oh my God. You're so speaking of the botanical gardens. You're really special in this season.
Kristen Davis
Yay. I can't wait to see it. I can't wait to see it. I'm always scared and excited to watch.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, well, you're thrilling.
Kristen Davis
Thank you, baby.
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Kristen Davis
You know what? I do think I want to have Sarita and Nicole on.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, they're great.
Kristen Davis
I want to hear about their perspective of like the show that used to be. And being watching.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah.
Kristen Davis
And then coming.
Michael Patrick King
Remember Sarita, who plays C Mountain just like that, had that first scene where she was at the bar with you and Cynthia and sj and they went up to her after the first take and she said, I'm not even here. She said, I'm in Sex and the City. I don't know how to be. I don't know what is happening right now.
Kristen Davis
But she covers so beautifully. You would never know.
Michael Patrick King
Never know. But that's. She's like, you know, I think that's one of the things we always have to factor in.
Kristen Davis
Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
From, from the time we did Sex in the City when it started to become kind of a thing.
Kristen Davis
Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
A big thing around the world.
Kristen Davis
Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
When people join, you have to let them have a moment. Their altitude is. They have like altitude sickness. Like they can't believe they're in the thing that they watched.
Kristen Davis
Also I think it's the thing that they watch. But I also feel. And this is just from being on other sets in the world, you know, we have a vibe. We have like a. Like a energy, like a. Like a thing. And I think some of it is because of what you kind of facilitated and mentored as. As for the writers, you know, because our writers became, you know, so included all of them.
Michael Patrick King
Their stories.
Kristen Davis
Yeah, we love it's their stories. Absolutely.
Michael Patrick King
We did Sex and the City. All six of us were single, and all six of us were lepers, and.
Kristen Davis
All of you brought stories that they all thought were our stories, but luckily they were not. They were the writers stories, thank God. But you were with us every day. Like, it was such a group, you know, a powerful, powerful group, feeling like we were in it together. And yes, we were on camera, but you guys were holding us up off camera, you know, you were writing beautifully for us. You were directing us. You were always there for us if we needed you, you know, like, if I had a director, like that time that one director thought that I would think it was sexy that the sweat fell on the divorce papers. And I was like, no, she does not think that's sexy. She somehow likes him for, like, besides that. You know what I mean? And he's like, no, that turns you on? I'm like, no, it does not turn me on. I was like, where's Michael Patrick King? They were like, he's upstairs. I was like, michael Patrick King, I need some help down here. And there you are. You know what I mean? Like, you know, you need backup in what we do.
Michael Patrick King
Well, it's ours.
Kristen Davis
Yeah, and it's ours.
Michael Patrick King
People are visiting, and it's our house.
Kristen Davis
Right. But you created that for us, you know, you empowered us to take that ownership and to invest ourselves fully, you know, fully. Like, not only did you create it, I think you expected it, but you also led by doing that yourself.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah.
Kristen Davis
Like, there was never. There's not a detail that you are not fully invested in.
Michael Patrick King
Right.
Kristen Davis
And involved in, you know, and sometimes, yes, costume can be like, michael Patrick doesn't like it. You know, but, you know, this is how we create what we create. Everyone's invested. And that was you leading and Sarah Jessica, you know, being so invested in everything as well. Right. Like, no banana clips. You know what I mean?
Michael Patrick King
Oh, I can't see a banana clip without thinking of another banana. I know, right? We even wrote Scrunchie because it was like. We wrote the episode where she's like, they break up over a scrunchie I.
Kristen Davis
Know it's hysterical, but this was true.
Michael Patrick King
Everything is everybody that worked on it and then it's kind of curated to be something that hopefully people at home can be on the journey with or be delighted by, or be heartbroken by, or be furious at for a week. We know what we're doing. If you're mad at it, that's on purpose. That's by design. Wait and see what happens the next week. And what I love about the Sex and the City start was it was week to week to week to week to week. And we even actually started that within just like that. Again, it was week to week to week to week. And it builds. And now on Netflix you have people. Somebody just told me that their 20 year old daughter is. Somebody came over and said, what are we doing tonight? And she said, no, we're watching the season two finale again when she's 20.
Kristen Davis
Adorable. My friends, kids are watching it. It's very bizarre.
Michael Patrick King
I would say that it doesn't feel.
Kristen Davis
Stale, which is amazing.
Michael Patrick King
It's well made. And it's. Unfortunately for us. No, fortunately for us, unfortunately for civilization, there's still a need for women to be held up as individuals in society at whatever age. They still have to fight for the individual sense of who they are because society wants them to be other things still, from the current politics to the emotional vibes still in the world. So it's really thrilling that we got to participate in this map, this emotional map.
Kristen Davis
Yeah. And we still are.
Michael Patrick King
For people who watch the show.
Kristen Davis
Absolutely.
Michael Patrick King
This is a map that these four went down or these five now or these seven last year. Where are you on your map?
Kristen Davis
Absolutely. And it's such a joy.
Michael Patrick King
And it's a joy to have been in your personal life for so many years.
Kristen Davis
I know. We have lived a life, haven't we?
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, we have.
Kristen Davis
We have. Do you remember when we went horseback riding in Nevis in the water?
Michael Patrick King
Yeah.
Kristen Davis
Like we could go on.
Michael Patrick King
I do.
Kristen Davis
I mean, we remember. I mean Morocco, like Morocco.
Michael Patrick King
Just incredible. When we were filming in the Sahara desert and we were in a hotel, in quotes, that was in the middle of the desert, the Sahara Desert. In order to drive in, you had to go through under two paper mache camels.
Kristen Davis
It's so true. And it was like over the coffee.
Michael Patrick King
One night and somebody had said to us, this is a vortex of energy.
Kristen Davis
In the Sahara Desert.
Michael Patrick King
And I said to Kristin, how did you sleep last night? She said, I didn't. I don't know what's happening. I was on the Roof. I was just walking in circles under the stars in the Sahara.
Kristen Davis
It was incredible.
Michael Patrick King
Very sensitive.
Kristen Davis
That's true.
Michael Patrick King
She was totally connected to the vortex.
Kristen Davis
I was. Okay, people. I was wacking up.
Michael Patrick King
Walking all night long on the roof.
Kristen Davis
It's 100% true.
Michael Patrick King
The canopy of stars in the middle of the Sahara Desert.
Kristen Davis
The Milky Way. Literally the entire Milky Way. But we had a very big day of work the next day. So maybe not the best, but I couldn't sleep. You know, I can't. Right? It's like, my situation. But, I mean, everything turned out fine, but poor Michael had to be tortured by me the next day by torrential tears. And I'm very sorry.
Michael Patrick King
Oh, I love that story. I love that story. We had dunes that couldn't be walked on because they would look ruined by the crew. So we had to. We scoured the dunes with this giant chain, all these New Zealand crew members, so that it would look pristine. And Kristen was at the top of the dune on a camel. And I'm at the way down at the bottom of the dune, watching her fall off a camel with a walkie talkie, Right? Sahara Desert, a thousand degrees. She's falling off the camel into stunt guy's arms.
Kristen Davis
They're stunt, and the stunt guys don't speak English.
Michael Patrick King
No. Putting her back on the camel, Falling off the camel, back on the camel, Falling off the camel, Back on the thing. Turn the camera around. Fall on the blanket. Fall on the ground.
Kristen Davis
Fall on the mattress.
Michael Patrick King
Okay. So she finally accomplishes the impossible. And I now know the scene's done. So I start up. I leave. Boom. I leave my headphones. I start. I know. I'm surprised you remember this.
Kristen Davis
I remember.
Michael Patrick King
It's significant to me. I start up the dune towards you, and you're coming down the dune. Big puffs of sand on your feet, trudging down the dune on fire.
Kristen Davis
I'm very happy.
Michael Patrick King
And you're like, you never came up. You never told me I was doing a good job. You just kept saying stuff. And she just burst into tears. And I said, I'm sorry. You were perfect. And I couldn't get.
Kristen Davis
I was hysterical.
Michael Patrick King
Walked away way. And the New Zealand crew said, I. I can't believe you let them talk to you like that. And I said, they're actors, not bankers.
Kristen Davis
Oh.
Michael Patrick King
And if you would never put the camera on a banker.
Kristen Davis
Wow.
Michael Patrick King
These emotions have to be there. But I was just like, that is what's needed to get that. And you just have to realize it's. But I was really, boom.
Kristen Davis
I Know I was the only water.
Michael Patrick King
Seen in the Sahara desert in the last 50 years was from your eyes.
Kristen Davis
It's so true. It's so true. I was. Because I was up there, and I just thought he wasn't happy, Right. Because I couldn't see him. Yeah, that's part of the problem.
Michael Patrick King
This is not the sound of happiness.
Kristen Davis
No.
Michael Patrick King
Cut Again. Go again.
Kristen Davis
So I thought he wasn't happy, right? So I'd done it, like 80 million times. And it was scary, okay.
Michael Patrick King
Because falling off a camel.
Kristen Davis
Yeah. Cause the camel's really tall. You don't realize how tall the camels are. Sidhu was his name. Cynthia was not pleased to be on that camel. Sid.
Michael Patrick King
Do it again.
Kristen Davis
Sidhu it again. Good one.
Michael Patrick King
His name should have been Sidhu it again.
Kristen Davis
Yeah. We did it so many times. Cynthia was cranky as all get out. A thousand degrees and on a kale. It was very crazy.
Michael Patrick King
Couture craziness.
Kristen Davis
Leather insanity hats. Oh, I got that thing upstairs that she made for me. The coat of many colors. It was like Joseph's coat of many colors. I don't know. Do you remember. Wait. Also, do you remember when we had to walk over the dune?
Michael Patrick King
Yeah. And you had to squat down so.
Kristen Davis
He could see our heads. He's on the other side again. You have to brush the thing, right? So we had to bend down, like in a chair position. But we're in our heels. But we're in our heels in the Sahara Desert, you know, which was like.
Michael Patrick King
I could see their heads.
Kristen Davis
Insane, right?
Michael Patrick King
And so I kept going, get lower. And they're literally squatting. And then they have to stand up and pretend like they just.
Kristen Davis
And he'd be, like, glamorous. And we'd be like, what? I mean, and then I remember one time, Pat. So we're in the crazy outfits, right? And we're hiding behind the dune in a squat, trying to, like, glamorously rise up and, you know, traverse the sand dune in the heels. And. And, you know, we're getting ready to go. They've brushed the sand. They've brushed the sand. Everything's perfect. We're waiting. We're looking at each other like, what? What? What do we do? What do we do? And then all of a sudden, Pat's like, stop.
Michael Patrick King
And she.
Kristen Davis
Molly's got, like, two racks of belts. And the two of them trudge through the freshly brushed sand because she doesn't like my belt. We're all like, who? Who's she mad at? Who's she mad at? Where's she Coming from whose costume's taken in exactly? My, my. She didn't like my belt. So two racks of belt. Belts come across the dune and she's like, wow. And we're just like, oh, Jesus, God. Michael's gonna lose his mind. You know what I mean? But she fixes the belt and we have to do it. And we pulled it off. I don't know how.
Michael Patrick King
I mean, it was. It was. It's unlike any other experience any actor will ever have being on this show.
Kristen Davis
100%. And it's not over.
Michael Patrick King
No.
Kristen Davis
We love you, Michael Patrick Kaye.
Michael Patrick King
I am delighted to be here. Are you a Charlotte? The answer is yes. And you're also everyone else.
Kristen Davis
Ah. But what about you?
Michael Patrick King
I am definitely Carrie and Miranda.
Kristen Davis
Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
And when I was single, I was Samantha.
Kristen Davis
Yeah.
Michael Patrick King
And I think that I might be closer to the new Charlotte.
Kristen Davis
Yeah. Cause you do care. Take.
Michael Patrick King
Yeah, yeah. I mean, it was the one I was furthest from, of course. Which is so interesting is how close we got.
Kristen Davis
Yeah, yeah, yeah. Absolutely. Well, that's. That's the journey, isn't it?
Michael Patrick King
Yeah.
Kristen Davis
Thank you for being here.
Michael Patrick King
My pleasure.
Kristen Davis
We love you.
Michael Patrick King
Love you too. Kisses.
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Podcast Episode Summary: "Return of the King…" – "Are You A Charlotte?"
Episode Title: Return of the King…
Release Date: February 6, 2025
Hosts: Kristen Davis and Michael Patrick King
Podcast: Are You A Charlotte? by iHeartPodcasts
Introduction
In the "Return of the King…" episode of "Are You A Charlotte?", Kristen Davis and Michael Patrick King delve deep into the legacy and enduring impact of "Sex and the City." This episode serves as a tribute to the beloved series, exploring its foundational themes, character evolutions, and the behind-the-scenes stories that shaped its success. As they reminisce and analyze, Kristen aims to connect with fans by sharing untold stories and insights from the original series and its recent revival, "And Just Like That…."
Exploring Evergreen Themes
The conversation begins with a discussion on the timeless themes that "Sex and the City" introduced and how they remain relevant today.
Ghosting and Sexual Dynamics: Kristen Davis ([00:01]) reflects on the pilot episode's exploration of ghosting and the provocative question, "Can women have sex like men?" Michael Patrick King ([00:34]) emphasizes the ongoing significance of these topics, stating, "It's still a big deal, right?" ([00:42]). They highlight how the show pushed these conversations into the mainstream, influencing societal perceptions.
Am I Enough?: Michael Patrick King ([02:05]) identifies one of the evergreen questions posed by the series: "Am I enough?" He explains how this theme resonates with audiences, reflecting the characters' struggles with self-worth and societal expectations. Kristen adds, "Am I enough? Is something people are always asking because of the way we get sort of dragged up in society where we're not all completely perfect ever" ([00:54]).
Character Analysis: Charlotte York
A central focus of the episode is Charlotte York's character development and her journey throughout the series.
Balancing Personal Fulfillment and Societal Pressures: Michael Patrick King ([02:05]) discusses Charlotte's internal conflict between her personal desires and societal expectations. "Am I right to do things my way?" he asks, highlighting Charlotte's struggle to maintain her individuality while seeking fulfillment.
Marriage as a Pivotal Moment: The hosts reminisce about Charlotte's surprising decision to marry, breaking the mold of the single women portrayed in the show. Michael notes, "We didn't pretend for seven seasons that she could never find anyone because... it was you" ([04:33]). This decision served as a catalyst for deeper character exploration and audience engagement.
Behind-the-Scenes Insights
Kristen and Michael share numerous anecdotes from the set, offering fans a glimpse into the challenges and humorous moments experienced during filming.
Wardrobe Challenges: Discussions about iconic outfits, such as the Black Swan dress Kristen wore to Charlotte's wedding ([30:02]), and the infamous fur coat debates ([27:24]). Michael recounts a memorable costume conflict: "We did that with all the characters, but with Charlotte, it was clear...girls can have sex like men" ([04:03]).
Physical Scenes and Stunts: Kristen describes the rigorous demands of filming in high heels and tight dresses, especially during complex scenes like running up and down marble stairs ([32:25]). Michael shares a hilarious story about Kristen falling off a camel in the Sahara Desert ([58:36]), highlighting the physical toll and camaraderie on set.
Impact of Revival and Legacy
The hosts transition to discussing the Netflix revival, "And Just Like That…," and its reception.
Fan Reactions and Character Evolution: Kristen expresses apprehension about fan opinions, especially regarding Carrie Bradshaw's character ([06:56]). Michael counters by emphasizing the authenticity and intentional character growth in the revival, stating, "Unfortunately for us... there’s still a need for women to be held up as individuals in society" ([57:03]).
Maintaining Authenticity: They deliberate on how the revival balances nostalgia with contemporary issues, ensuring characters remain true to their roots while evolving with the times.
Humorous and Heartfelt Anecdotes
The episode is rich with lighthearted stories that showcase the bond between Kristen, Michael, and their colleagues.
On-Set Dynamics: Michael recounts moments where Kristen's intensity led to funny exchanges, such as her "big eyes" during line rehearsals ([44:31]). Kristen laughs about their attempts to manage lines and choreograph physical comedy, emphasizing the fun and challenges of collaboration.
Personal Growth and Mutual Respect: Both hosts acknowledge their personal and professional growth, praising each other's dedication and passion. Michael remarks, "You’re so sweet" ([40:35]), while Kristen appreciates Michael's unwavering support and leadership ([55:03]).
Final Reflections and Closing Thoughts
As the episode draws to a close, Kristen and Michael reflect on the journey of "Sex and the City" and its significance in their lives and careers.
Universal Connection: Michael encapsulates the show's universal appeal, stating, "Are you a Charlotte? The answer is yes. And you're also everyone else" ([64:13]). This underscores the idea that the characters resonate with a broad audience, each embodying traits that many recognize in themselves.
Continued Relevance: They reaffirm the show's impact on conversations about women's individuality, relationships, and societal roles, expressing excitement for future projects and continued engagement with fans.
Notable Quotes with Timestamps:
Conclusion
"Return of the King…" offers an enriching exploration of "Sex and the City," blending nostalgia with insightful analysis and heartfelt storytelling. Kristen Davis and Michael Patrick King skillfully navigate discussions on character depth, thematic relevance, and the intricate dynamics behind the show's creation. This episode not only celebrates the series' enduring legacy but also strengthens the connection between the creators and their dedicated fanbase, proving that the journey of Charlotte and her friends continues to inspire and resonate.