Gabbing Gilmore: A Gilmore Girls Deep Dive

Gilmore Girls is cozy and comforting…most of the time. But sometimes it makes us squirm a little. Whether it’s Rory staking claim on a married Dean or Christopher pressuring Lorelai to have a baby, there’s some yucky stuff we’ve gotta air out. Today, sisters and real-life Connecticut girls Jackie and Catherine break down the cringiest 4-word phrases of Gilmore Girls, complete with categories like “Most Embarrassing," “Most Record-Scratching” and “Most Shameful.” Are you townies ready to get a little uncomfy? Episodes mentioned:Ep. 2 Why Does Everyone Hate Rory? (Part 1)Ep. 13 The Gifts of Gilmore Girls AwardsEp. 50 Paris’ Big Meltdown Ep. 70 Rory’s Bad Day✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month.  🍿Download “How to Throw a GG Watch Party - the Ultimate Guide!” right here, completely free.☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋Wanna share your thoughts? Leave us a voice note here at speakpipe.com/gabbinggilmore💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Yes, we hear you - you think T.J. is annoying and mooches off of Luke. You think he’s a bit dramatic. But Jackie is here to present her case and convince you to love T.J. just a little bit more. Or, at least, not hate him so much! The time he takes Luke’s beer? There’s a positive uptake. The way he pushes Luke’s buttons? It’s actually a good thing. His wedding speech? We loved it. We also cover why T.J. is far superior to most of the men on Love is Blind season 10. Yeah, we’re looking at you, Alex and Chris! ✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month.  🍿Download “How to Throw a GG Watch Party - the Ultimate Guide!” right here, completely free.☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋Wanna share your thoughts? Leave us a voice note here.💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Lorelai Gilmore and Sookie St. James are not only best friends, but become business partners, too! Today we explore how they navigate friendship AND business, when they decided to open the Dragonfly Inn in Stars Hollow. We answer questions like: why did they want to open an inn together? Where did they fail as business partners? What are the parallels to Rory showing Emily where they used to live? Did Lorelai use the Dragonfly Inn as a way to hide from her feelings (again)?   Plus, we dive into Lorelai and Sookie’s most epic fights, whether Sookie’s journey in A Year in the Life was realistic, and who could’ve taken Sookie’s place as co-owner of the Dragonfly.This is a preview of a bonus episode. To access the full episode, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month at patreon.com/gabbinggilmore  🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋Wanna share your thoughts? Leave us a voice note here.Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Rory Gilmore is playing dress-up for her boyfriend, and we’ve gotta unpack this! You can’t forget the Donna Reed night. The pearls, the dinner, the apron. But also, why did Rory go to all this trouble? Was it an apology, or a challenge? That Damn Donna Reed episode of Gilmore Girls brings up tons of questions: did Dean Forrester always want a tradwife? Did Rory simply parrot Lorelai’s opinions? Was this a healthy argument for two teenagers newly in love, or a surefire sign that were all wrong for each other? Today we dig deep into gender roles, 1950s TV shows, teenage love, feminine domesticity, Betty Friedan, Rory’s evolving feminism, and even Love is Blind. Grab your green jello and get ready for some fun!References:Katie Gatti Tassin @moneywithkatie on Tiktok The Book Club for Troublesome Women, Marie BostwickThe Feminine Mystique, Betty Friedan✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month.  🍿Download “How to Throw a GG Watch Party - the Ultimate Guide!” right here, completely free.☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋Wanna share your thoughts? Leave us a voice note here.💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI StudiosAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We’re back with part 2, counting down the best meltdowns of Gilmore Girls. If you’re a constant rewatcher, you’ll know these well. We’re analyzing one of Emily Gilmore’s biggest stress moments, Rory freaking out about school, Sookie’s baby panic, Luke’s parental frustration, and Lorelai reaching her boiling point! Catch up first with part 1 of the best meltdowns and come back to join us for this chat about the messiness, the humor, and the tears: Gilmore perfection. ✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month at patreon.com/gabbinggilmore  🍿Download “How to Throw a GG Watch Party - the Ultimate Guide!” right here, completely free.☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋Wanna share your thoughts? Leave us a voice note here.Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We’ve long suspected that Jess Mariano is an Enneagram 4 - the individualist, the romantic. But today we’re going deep to see if we’re right! ✨ This is an excerpt from a paid episode - to access the full episode, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month at patreon.com/gabbinggilmore ✨Jess wears a leather jacket, loves to read, and skips school a lot, but does this actually translate into his personality type? We also know that he hates chit chat, withdraws in times of stress, and has a deep feeling that he’s different from everyone else, or that something’s wrong with him. Knowing his personality type definitely would’ve helped Liz, Luke, Rory, (and even Lorelai!) understand him better. In today’s Gilmore Girls deep dive, we analyze Jess through the enneagram, including his stress and security points, and his wing (can we say Bohemian?!). And most importantly, why he’s so dang awesome in Season 6 and A Year in the Life.  Episodes mentioned:Jess, Welcome to Stars HollowReferences:Enneagram for the Culture Suzanne StabileAshton Whitmoyer-Ober👋Wanna share your thoughts? Leave us a voice note here.Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Gilmore Girls had some juicy meltdowns, so we’re counting ‘em down today! It’s the tension that creates such fascinating story arcs, and helps our lovable Stars Hollow characters to grow. We’ve got one of the most compelling Jess moments ever, Sookie’s masterful physical comedy (thank you, Melissa McCarthy), Emily and Richard Gilmore like you’ve never seen them before, and even some panicky moments from Jackson, Kirk, and others.Episodes mentioned:Weddings of Gilmore GirlsInside Out 2 + Gilmore GirlsEmotional LaborRichard and Emily crumbling ✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month.  🍿Download “How to Throw a GG Watch Party - the Ultimate Guide!” right here, completely free.☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋Wanna share your thoughts? Leave us a voice note here.Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

It’s time for an end-of-season Gilmore Girls grab bag & ask us anything! We answer your questions like:Did Christopher go to college? Did Emily plan to go to the spa with Lorelai all along? Were there any other teenagers in Stars Hollow? Why is Sookie’s risotto magical? Is Lane’s twin pregnancy depicted accurately? (We’ve got a resident expert.) Buckle up, townies! Grab a coffee and let’s dive in. Episodes mentioned:Paris on fire: Enneagram 8sAlternate Jobs for Rory John Cabrera and the best spinoff idea you’ve ever heardRory and Dean: the early romance ✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋We’d love to hear from you. Come join the conversation on Instagram. 💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Are you ready to do Christmas like a Gilmore Girl? We all know Lorelai and Rory’s holiday traditions: stockings on the stairs, slice and bake cookies that they pretend to decorate. But what about two of the best Gilmore Girls hostesses? Emily and Sookie, of course!In this December episode, we're rereleasing one of our very favorite Patreon episodes where we talk all about the festive food, drinks, holiday decor, music, gifts and movies that these two would love. And we get a little personal about which of our own holiday traditions match up with those of Stars Hollow and Hartford. Join us for a cozy chat as you cook, shop & wrap - to get you in the holiday mood, true Gilmore style! (Don’t worry, we won’t force you to sip eggnog. But hopefully we can get our hands on some peppermint coffee from Weston’s!)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

✨ Enjoy this preview. For the full episode, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. Today we chat about one of the strongest couples on Gilmore Girls: Emily and Richard Gilmore. (Major spoiler)… but not for long. We detail the chronology of events leading to their separation – from Pennilyn Lott to Trix’s antics to the Floyd/Jason debacle.Sisters and diehard superfans Jackie and Catherine each reveal their one word summary for the crumbling of this epic couple. Plus, should we have seen this coming? Grab your coffee and let’s dive in.☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋We’d love to hear from you. Come join the conversation on Instagram. 💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! 🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

“I’ve got Ken Burns Jazz if you’re into that kind of thing.” Well, WE are into John Cabrera! The actor who played the lovable, slightly geeky Brian from Hep Alien on Gilmore Girls, joins us today.We chat about which character he thinks is overrated (brace yourselves!), what he really wants for Rory Gilmore in the revival, a fan fiction/spinoff idea you’ll love, and what he thought about guys like Dean and Christopher early on. And we do our best to stump the king of trivia, but John remembers a lot, you guys! John Cabrera is also the founder and CEO of Remarkist, a fan creativity platform bringing community and storytelling together. Now… let’s rock! ✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋We’d love to hear from you. Come join the conversation on Instagram. 💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! 🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We’re back for Part 2 of our deep dive into emotional labor in Gilmore Girls!Enjoy this preview. For the full episode, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. In Part 2 of this series, we explore how the women of Gilmore Girls -  from Emily to Lorelai and even side characters like Sasha - boost up the men around them by dimming their own light or taking on most of the emotional, care, community, and relational work.We also dig into the bigger picture: how women are often the ones building community, preserving important family relationships (we’re looking at you, Trix!) and carrying the emotional weight for others. From Emily helping Richard recover (it’s all about the fish) to Lorelai supporting Luke through surprise family drama, the women of Stars Hollow are constantly doing the quiet, unseen work of care and community that keep everything going.Grab your coffee and settle in - this is one of our favorite conversations yet about the emotional heartbeat of Gilmore Girls.🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Oof. In just 24 hours, Rory Gilmore faced two emotional gut punches - Lorelai and Christopher’s surprise marriage announcement, and Logan’s less-than-glowing reaction to her article. In this episode, we unpack one of Rory’s worst 24 hours: how these moments hit us as viewers, and how we’d feel in Rory’s shoes. First, we revisit the build-up: Lorelai and Luke’s broken engagement (did anyone check how Rory felt?) and the mounting stress that came after ending her term as editor of the newspaper and contemplating life after Yale. We ask:Were Lorelai and Christopher right to tell Rory about the marriage together?Why couldn’t Rory be vulnerable in front of her dad?How does this moment mirror her “ballerina” article from Season 4?Was Rory completely unaware of her privilege? What was Logan unwilling to recognize about himself?Grab your coffee and join us for a deep dive into Rory’s stress tendencies, her arc as a Yale student and journalist, and the mother-daughter tension on our favorite Stars Hollow show.Episodes referenced:Rory and criticism: does she have Golden Child syndrome?Why does everyone hate Rory? Part 1✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋We’d love to hear from you. Come join the conversation on Instagram or leave us a voice note. 💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! 🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Happy birthday, Rory Gilmore! In honor of Rory’s birthday today, sisters Jackie and Catherine compare the highlights of her major birthdays, including her sweet 16 and the big 21. We answer questions like:Was Emily unreasonable not to give up her claim to Friday nights on Rory’s birthday? Why did Lorelai wake Rory up early in the morning on her birthday?Why doesn’t Rory ever seem to be involved in the planning of her own birthdays?How did the men in Rory’s life show up for her birthday?Did Rory really want that beaded bracelet Emily gave her?Enjoy this preview. For the full episode, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

It’s that time of year - leaves are beginning to fall and you’re unearthing the “Rory sweater” from the depths of your closet. It’s time to rewatch Gilmore Girls!Whether you watch it every fall, or you’re constant loopers like us, Gilmore Girls is a show that begs to be rewatched over and over. Today, sisters Jackie and Catherine delve into the benefits of rewatching and lessons learned from multiple viewings. Which characters would constantly rewatch like us? Which ones would watch it once a year? Most importantly, we reveal ways that our Gilmore opinions have changed over the years - especially when it comes to Christopher as a dad, Dean as a boyfriend, and who we relate to now that we’re in our 40s.  Episodes mentioned:Emily in Stars HollowTaylor Doose: Friend or Foe?Rory and Dean: the early romance ✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☎️ Call us!  Send us a voice note to share your thoughts about this episode or more topics you’d like to hear about. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! 🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Get your coffee and Pop-Tarts ready — we’re diving into all things Gilmore party planning! Back in 2016, when the reboot aired, we hosted our first-ever Gilmore Girls watch party, and nothing beats that cozy, small-town vibe with fellow fans. In this episode, we walk you through our How to Throw a GG Watch Party Guide: simple steps for food, decor, activities, and watch lists to make your night feel like Stars Hollow. We’re even better than cousin Marilyn - we’ve got you covered for all of your party needs!If you want to throw your own watch party, our guide walks you through everything we cover in this episode.  PLUS - - it contains:7 original Bingo cards2 sets of trivia 3 drink recipes9 curated watch lists, and printable party signs to make hosting easy (and fun)To access the guide, become a FREE Patreon member here.☕ Need gifts for your GG party? Find sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more at our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Why are  the women of Gilmore Girls often the ones holding everything (and everyone) together? In this episode, sisters Jackie and Catherine - who are also moms and feminists - explore the idea of emotional labor: the behind-the-scenes effort it takes to manage feelings, smooth over conflicts, and keep relationships running.We’ll talk about how this shows up on the show - whether it’s Emily’s role as corporate wife, Lorelai protecting Christopher from shame, or Rory juggling expectations—and how it connects to terms like the mental load, cognitive load, and invisible work (don’t worry, we’ll explain the differences!)From planning social events to supporting men to have healthy, quality relationships, the women of Stars Hollow are constantly doing the emotional heavy lifting - and we’re digging into why that matters.Enjoy this preview. For the full episode, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Cozy season is upon us! And who does COZY better than Gilmore Girls? It makes you want to grab a coffee at Luke’s and snuggle up in an oversized “Rory” sweater. It’s the ultimate “comfort food.” But it’s not just the donuts, clothes and pumpkin decorations that make our favorite Stars Hollow show cozy. Today, sisters and co-hosts Jackie & Catherine break down the true recipe for coziness and why GG nails it so well. This includes environment, nourishment, traditions, community, and belonging. After all, this is the comfort podcast for your favorite comfort show. Welcome to Gabbing Gilmore!You may also enjoy:Why rewatching Gilmore girls is actually good for youFall bonus: Official Gilmore Girls Day✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋We’d love to hear from you. Come join the conversation on Instagram. 💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! 🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Logan Huntzberger’s biggest surprise is a bit controversial. Did you love it or hate it? We analyze what he did right… and what he got wrong.  In this "Best of Gabbing" episode, Jackie and Catherine dig into all kinds of Gilmore Girls surprises - parties, proposals, dates, and even real estate investments!  Plus, we get a little personal. Can you guess whether Jackie loves or hates surprises?✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋We’d love to hear from you. Come join the conversation on Instagram. 💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom! 🎙Edited and produced by Jackie Procyk and Catherine Bailey. Cover art by MGI Studios. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Rory Gilmore is one of the most hotly debated characters of Gilmore Girls. Today we detour from her romances and privilege to cover another important topic - her friendships.From Lane Kim to Paris Geller, and those who followed, was Rory a good friend? In the "Best of Gabbing," Jackie and Catherine address the most common fan complaints about Rory’s BFF status. Plus, they share their theory about why Rory and Lane’s friendship lasted so long & a few reflections on decades-long friendships in their own lives.✨ If you want more chats about Gilmore Girls, join our Patreon, where you’ll get extra bonus episodes every month. ☕ Show the world that you’re a Gilmore superfan with sweatshirts, tees, tote bags and more from our Merch Shop! 🔎Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table.👋We’d love to hear from you. Come join the conversation on Instagram. 💋If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom!  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands