Dawson's Darlings

It's the final episode! (For real this time!)We're not actually ready to let go, but we're going to do our best impression of it as we take a few minutes to thank YOU for listening to this absolutely absurd, funny, ridiculous journey that you let us take for the last few years.

Somehow - through all the highs and lows; the Abbys, Eves, and Audreys; love triangles, fist fights, and boat crashes; film school and a Lennon-era; “it's just lipstick,” friendchem, and chemchem - we have arrived here. The series finale of Dawson Screek.Season 6, Episode 24 - “Must Come to an End”From streaming: As the seriousness of Jen's condition becomes apparent, Dawson and his friends seek to resolve their longstanding differences.

It's the beginning of the end, so let's talk wedding fakeouts, addiction fakeouts, and the storyline we wish was a fakeout.Season 6, Episode 23 - “All Good Things..”From streaming: Five years into the future, Dawson and his friends reunite for his mother's wedding in Capeside.

Before we land this plane, Kim and Zazz revisit the pilot.Episode 1, Season 1 - “Pilot”From Netflix: A pair of childhood friends must cope with their emerging sexuality.

There's so much to talk about here (the VoiceOver. The “Joey's in Paris” hair. Dawson's Maj-Mosh.), but we can't not mention that this is Gina Fattore's last episode.Season 6, Episode 22 - “Joey Potter and the Capeside Redemption”From streaming: With the future of his movie in doubt, Joey rallies their friends to help Dawson finally realize his dream.

Out: D Town B Town. Worthington Original. The dorm.In: Jen's mom. High tea at the Sugar Shack. The Dawson/Pacey/Joey triangle. Season 6, Episode 21 - “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”From streaming: As Pacey struggles to tell Dawson about his costly investment debacle, Jen conspires to enlist her mom in helping Grams face her bout with cancer.

Punches, Dear Joey letters, green paint, and LL Bean catalogs… We're headed towards the end now!Season 6, Episode 20 - “Catch-22”From streaming: As Eddie surprises Joey with an elaborate end-of-the-school-year gift, Pacey's dreams come crashing down on the heels of a favorite stock's meltdown.

Life is full of ups and downs, while this episode is just full of downs. Do we love Jen getting screen time? Of course! Do we hate that it's in this episode? Of course!Season 6, Episode 19 - “Lovelines”From streaming: A benefit session of Lovelines exposes the problems brewing between Joey and Eddie, Jen and C.J., and Jack and David.

Watch this episode to learn two important life skills - how to be your own muse and hurt your own feelings!Season 6, Episode 17 - “Sex and Violence”From Hulu: As Joey is drafted to fill in as Pacey's assistant, Dawson is tempted with an offer to make a film that he doesn't really believe in.

Just like a seal, this episode is full of pure sexiness. Plus, in this episode of a podcast about the show Dawson's Creek, let's talk about West Wing and ER!Season 6, Episode 17 - “Sex and Violence”From Hulu: As Joey is drafted to fill in as Pacey's assistant, Dawson is tempted with an offer to make a film that he doesn't really believe in.

The way these main storylines would have been better served if the characters were 10 years older than they are… (plus, high fives, heart events, and smoothies)Season 6, Episode 16 - “That Was Then”From Max: As Dawson returns to Capeside High to discuss his career, Pacey is drawn back home by his father's heart attack.

Pacey and Joey are stuck in a K-Mart, while Zazz and Kim are stuck in production mode. Learn all about bottle episodes and product placement!Season 6, Episode 15 - “Castaways”From Max: In his rush to make a hastily arranged date with a beautiful stranger, Pacey ends up locked inside a store for the night with Joey.

Jack and Pacey have a new TV, so naturally… it's time to throw a rager. Drunk Joey, rich Pacey, and a detailed lesson on IP library rights and why you should buy the media you love.Season 6, Episode 14 - “Clean and Sober”From Max: Pacey and Jack throw a party that is replete with surprises. A visit to see Audrey in rehab brings Dawson face to face with a moviemaking legend.

An episode about Dawson being a director and it being harder than he thought it would be? Oh buddy… sign us up!Season 6, Episode 13 - “Rock Bottom”From Max: Joey enlists Eddie for a cross-country trek to get Audrey into rehab. Dawson finds that directing in Hollywood is going to be harder than he thought.

Eddie's back! Audrey's back. And Jen's hair is, um… it's really something. Season 6, Episode 12 - “All the Right Moves”From Max: As Audrey gets a second chance and Pacey is offered an unexpected promotion at work, Joey is reunited with Eddie.

This episode was recorded months ago, so listen in as Kim talks about learning about Travis Kelce and Fridays. Plus: Zazz's prom dream, Dawson's dreams come true on accident, Joey books a babysitting gig, Jen's got a little bit of a storyline, and Pacey's about to be very disappointed at the aquarium.Season 6, Episode 11 - “Day Out of Days”From the streamer: As completion of the film creates an unanticipated opportunity for Dawson, Joey lands back in Boston where she comes face to face with Professor Hetson's unruly teenage daughter.

Enjoy a little post-Christmas mayhem as we discuss The Bear, the cat playing in a bag, Zazz's fervent reading, and, when we have time, the Christmas episode of Dawson's Creek. (Also some very outdated celeb news)Season 6, Episode 10 - “Merry Mayhem”From Max: An out-of-control Audrey brings Christmas dinner at the Leery's literally crashing down.

Joey and Eddie take it medium, Dawson and Natasha are confusing, and Kerr Smith makes his directorial debut. Plus - Stevie Spiels' middle name, Pacey's terrible party, Zazz loves Jeter, Kim loves About Time, and… remember commercials?Season 6, Episode 9 - “Everything Put Together Falls Apart”From Max: Dawson is jealous when Natasha is attracted to a new actor. Joey jeopardizes her scholarship by missing a final exam.

The drama! The romance! The No Doubt! Quite the setting for a first date between Joey and Eddie.Season 6, Episode 8 - “Spiderwebs”From Max: Jen's efforts to reunite Pacey and his girlfriend at a No Doubt concert backfire upon learning the truth about C.J. and Audrey.

For a podcast about Dawson's Creek, we spend a fair amount of time imagining what season 5 of Hart of Dixie would have been like. (Spoiler alert: we would have loved it.)Season 6, Episode 7 - “Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell”From the streamer: Audrey's drinking forces Joey to see how her roommate's life is spinning out of control; news that Professor Freeman is moving to Chicago presents Jack with some decisions of his own.

This episode is… well… it exists. That's for sure. But on the other hand, it gives us a chance to talk about haunted soundstages!Season 6, Episode 6 - “Living Dead Girl”Episode Summary: Already worried that a ghost is haunting the set, Dawson suspects Todd and Natasha of rekindling their affair.

The strike is over! Since we haven't had a new episode in a while, here's a quick catchup on where we're at in the season.

Listen live as Kim develops a perfect, no notes, don't change a thing joke; while Zazz knocks the opening of the episode out the park. Also, while the writers continue trying to make Rock Star: The Dawson's Creek Version happen (Mama Cass will never recover), the Audrey story is very well done. Season 6, Episode 5 - “The Imposters”From Max: As Dawson goes all out to keep Natasha in the picture, Audrey is offered a chance to sing with Emma's band.

A true mo-ment for the series (Dawson's Darlings, not Dawson's Creek) as Zazz confesses that this episode is strong because of the presence of Dawson! (Also, Kim tells the story of the time she made a big mistake on an old show.) Plus, the Dawson's Creek/One Tree Hill/Hart of Dixie MCU breakdownSeason 6, Episode 4 - “Instant Karma”From Max: As the arrival of the film's star creates problems for Dawson, Audrey catches Pacey out on the town when he's supposed to be studying.

Come listen to the episode that has Zazz asking: “Have the college years of any high school drama ever worked for a TV show?” But, if you're willing to stick with us through it, we've got the best possible guest star - Retro! And uh… Dawson's Creek stuff too, I guess. But really it's Retro's show.Season 6, Episode 3 - “The Importance of Not Being Too Earnest”From Max: Joey accidentally sends a heartfelt e-mail to Dawson to the entire Worthington campus. Pacey's first week at work provides a harsh lesson in corporate ambition and greed.

Seriously… if someone knows what Pacey's job is - can you please let us know? Because we are very confused. Season 6, Episode 2 - “The Song Remains the Same” From Max: Dawson's efforts to woo Joey are upended by the news of his summertime romance in LA.

Season 6 is here! Max is here! Our thoughts on the Ted Lasso finale are here! (…also Dawson's Creek stuff)Season 6, Episode 1 - “The Kids Are Alright”From Max: At the end-of-summer reunion in Boston reignites Dawson and Joey's long-simmering romance.

But out your best pen, quill, and paper; prep your finest alliteration; be the coolest chick you can… because it's time to rewatch How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days!From Netflix: Ben bets his coworkers that he can make a woman fall in love with him in just 10 days. But along comes Andie, a writer with her own agenda.

Joey's at the Yucht club, Pacey's in a hat, and everyone else is at the airport. Plus - tips for flying first class. And finally… hey, if anyone can explain where Joey and Dawson's relationship is at the end of this episode, that would be great.Season 5, Episode 23 - “Swan Song”From HBO Max: All the best-laid summer vacation plans are thrown into disarray as everyone collides at the airport.

Zazz demands water fights, Kim demands to know where East Hampton is, and everyone demands Dawson stop putting his feet on the comforter.Season 5, Episode 22 - "The Abby”From HBO Max: The end of the school year has Dawson and his friends struggling to go their separate ways.

Before we started recording, we promised ourselves “no tangents.” So please enjoy an episode about how to pronounce La Croix, sexism, Ego Stuff, dry shampoo, Jordan Almonds, Amazon sales, and bathtubs.Season 5, Episode 21 - “After Hours”From HBO Max: As Pacey tries fighting off the temptations offered by Alex, a study break leads Dawson into the bed with local film critic.

Joey. Listen. You're not dropping out of college for the guy who cheated on Jen, can't play guitar, and has that hair.Season 5, Episode 20 - “Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)” From HBO Max: As a tour for Charlie's band leaves Joey facing a big decision, Pacey and Audrey find out that the restaurant's new ownership will mean big changes for both of them.

It's Spring Break baybee! Come listen to this Dawson's Creek podcast to hear about One Tree Hill, behind-the-scenes of TRL's Spring Break production, and Derek Jeter and Kelly Clarkson's middle names. Also… why is Jack standing on the pergola so much and why does Jen have a cold?Season 5, Episode 19 - “100 Light Years from Home”From HBO Max: As a Spring Break trip to Florida forces Pacey and Audrey to admit their true feelings for each other, Joey must decide how to handle a very persistent Charlie.

Grams has a *boyfriend*, Joey hearts Charlie (no thanks), Audrey tests Pacey, and Dawson's unfinished movie is 2 hours and 45 minutes. Plus!! Meredith Salinger is in this episode!!Season 5, Episode 18 - “Cigarette Burns”From HBO Max: Dawson inadvertently insults an influential critic right before she's about to review his new film.

Attention all Meteorererheads… this one's for you! We've got a Chip Mark concert, Pacey loyalty, Dawson's growth and… well there's just no other way to say this… Joey singing. Plus, since we recorded on the weekend of #TheNews, what will the (alleged) post-breakup album be likeSeason 5, Episode 17 - “Highway to Hell”From HBO Max: As Audrey and Pacey join Joey for a road trip to perform with Charlie's band, Dawson's return to Capeside reveals some new information about his mom's life – and his own romance with Jen.

Today we are speaking (at length) about - nail care at work, a new location nickname, and the Squeaky Leak(tm). Also, about the cast of Dawson's Creek (sometimes).Season 5, Episode 16 - “In a Lonely Place”From HBO Max: As Joey is forced to face up to her feelings for Professor Wilder, Jen and Pacey get some unexpected advice on romance from a pair of touring musicians.

Not sure what to say about this episode except that it exists. But on the plus side - Zazz has some mango! Plus, Kim wants to be a ghost fly.Season 5, Episode 15 - “Downtown Crossing”From HBO Max: Joey helps a mugger who robbed her just before he was hit by a car.

Look out world, Dawson's making himself a movie! And while Kim can't stop touching the microphone (sorry friends - I didn't know I was doing it), that's the least of Zazz's issues with this episode. Come for the episode, stay for the oddly long conversation about Limp Bizkit, and not enough conversations about Notting Hill.Season 5, Episode 14 - “Guerilla Filmmaking”From HBO Max: As Dawson struggles to direct a classmate's script, Joey confronts her own feelings about Professor Wilder.

Jen's doing baby talk, Dawson's in film school, and Joey's making… choices. But none of that, not one single beat of those stories, compares to the absolute genius that is Zazz's Italian drums.Season 5, Episode 13 - “Something Wilder”From HBO Max: As Dawson starts film school, Jen's newfound happiness jeopardizes her radio show; Joey finds herself with two dinner dates and a difficult choice to make.

"Dr. Lawyer-Stronaut" starring Jennifer Morrison. Thursdays on ABC. (Other stuff happens in this episode, but the point is... Jennifer Morrison is back.Season 5, Episode 12 - “Sleeping Arrangements”From HBO Max: As Pacey must choose because a new passion and an old one, Dawson and Jen try to find a balance in their new relationship; Jack discovers that he is not quite as welcome at the fraternity as he once thought.

Kim deals with gardeners, Zazz watches her neighbor's dog, and both of them do their very best to remember that, in theory, this is supposed to be a show about Dawson's Creek.Season 5, Episode 11 - “Something Wild” From HBO Max: Jen tries to convince Boston to move to Boston, while Joey, Pacey and Audrey team up for a night to celebrate their respective achievements.

In an episode full of one-on-one heavy conversations after the discovery of Jen and Dawson… Pacey is increasingly charming and a damn delight. Also Charlie exists.Season 5, Episode 10 - “Appetite for Destruction” From HBO Max: Dawson and Jen return home to an unexpected dinner party where their new relationship is suddenly unveiled.

So this episode... exists. And that's really all we can say about it.Season 5, Episode 9 - “Four Scary Stories”From HBO Max: Jen solicits four scary stories during her Halloween night stint as a substitute DJ at the campus radio station.

Don't worry - in between talk of fidget toys and the office supplies we stole from Hart of Dixie, we still find plenty of time to complain about frats.Season 5, Episode 8 - “Hotel New Hampshire”From HBO Max: As Audrey and Joey join Jack and his friends at a fraternity formal, Dawson invites Jen to join him for a weekend in New Hampshire.

We're talking The Whale, Real World Seattle, and updates on Jack and Jill and Trophy Wife. And also Dawson's Creek - if there's time.Season 5, Episode 7 - “Text, Lies, and Videotape” From HBO Max: As Dawson begins therapy, Joey looks for the self-confidence to voice her opinions, while Pacey discovers the truth behind Danny's affair.

This became a Trophy Wife podcast less than two minutes in and, honestly, it never recovered.Season 5, Episode 6 - “High Anxiety”From HBO Max: While in Boston to see a psychiatrist about his anxiety, Dawson learns that his friend's lives are in turmoil, too.

Dawson's never been more relatable, Jack's never been more upsetting, and Jen's never wasted more coffee. Plus, Zazz spills the tea on the HBO Max intern writing the episode summaries, and Kim learns what drinking games are.Season 5, Episode 5 - “Use Your Disillusion” From HBO Max: Joey anxiously prepares for a visit from Dawson; Jack is forced to choose between his fraternity brothers and Tobey.

It's time for the episode Kim's been dreading all series and Zazz has been dreading all morning. For sure the most brutal episode to get through, as well as (in our humble opinions) the best of the season. Just an exceptionally written hour of television.Season 5, Episode 4 - “The Long Goodbye”From HBO Max: As Dawson takes on the responsibility of holding the family together following his dad's death, his friends all look for ways they can help ease the pain.

New year, same Zazz and Kim rants about feminism, college prices, and frats. And in a stunning amount of bravery… Kim and Zazz do a lot of non-audio communication in an audio medium.Season 5, Episode 3 - “Capeside Revisited”From HBO Max: Dawson finds his dad won't support his decision to drop out of film school; Joey learns of Pacey's presence in Boston.

What happened this weekend? We'll never know. But this episode has Jennifer Morrison in it and if you leave this episode with one piece of knowledge, let it be this: Jennifer Morrison? Super smart.Season 5, Episode 2 - “The Lost Weekend” From HBO Max: Dawson's trip to Boston is undercut by Joey's grim phone message; Jen decides to give romance a chance.

Season five is here! In an episode chock full ‘o stories, guest stars, and One Tree Hill references, we are back with Screek & Co. as The J's take over the Sugar Shack and Dawson shows off his knees. (The episode description makes a lot more sense after you listen to the episode)Season 5, Episode 1 - “The Bostonians” From HBO Max: Though they have all left Capeside for school and beyond, things between Joey, Dawson, Jen, Jack and Pacey remain unsettled.