Hey y'all! We're Nikki and Salina - two Southerners exploring and celebrating Southern culture on TV and in entertainment. In season 1, we're diving into Designing Women - join us!
She's the glue, the anchor, the one who “couldn't help but wonder.” She's our eyes into the worlds of Samantha, Miranda, and Charlotte. The fashionista, flawed, and utterly fabulous. She is Carrie Bradshaw. Five episodes. One woman. One discussion. Can we encapsulate everything it means to be arguably one of the most famous fictional New Yorkers of all time?? You gotta tune in to find out.
The fact of the matter is that TV sets are workplaces and workplaces get messy. But, the messiness factor is a bit magnified on the big screen. This “Extra Sugar” is all about the behind-the-scenes drama on SATC. But, to level set - we're not fueling the flames of gossipy rumors about drama that seem to follow women's shows. No, we're going to focus on a few sources that we consider to be reputable and honest and we're going to try to stick to the ladies' words themselves, or of those directly involved in the show; not the words others put into their mouths. Obviously, SATC isn't the only show in which power, pay and public perception have, at times, gotten complicated. If you zoom out a bit, you can see versions of these same dynamics play out throughout TV history. Sometimes it's about pay. Sometimes it's about personality. Sometimes, it's about public controversy. And sometimes - it's much ado about nothing. We'll talk about some other TV shows before we wrap up the segment.
If you're anything like us, sometimes you go through your day and you just have to wonder: what would Samantha Jones do? Whether she's the inspo for your inner professional baddie or your self-confident babe alter ego (or maybe both!), there's no denying she's a full-on icon. As we've done with the other SATC ladies throughout the season, we'll talk about the highs and lows of her character, including where she's at her most “Samantha” and, of course, the things that didn't age well this time around. We'll also check in around our quest to determine which SATC gal we are. OH! And we're throwing in a side quest this week! Sam's episodes introduced some extra-heavy topics, so we're going to share our thoughts on those, too. If you want to follow along, here are the episodes we watched for this episode: S1E10 – The Baby Shower S2E16 – Was It Good for You? S3E6 – Are We Sluts? S5E4 – Cover Girl S6E4 – Pick-a-Little, Talk-a-Little And, ‘just like that', we'll see you Thursday for an “Extra Sugar” where we're gonna chat behind-the-scenes dramz.
We're ready to celebrate all the ways SATC was wayyyyy ahead of its time. But, also, in the interest of telling the full story, we'll also talk about the things that have gotten a little dusty as time has marched on. Or, as Salina framed it - from the dusty bits to the shinier parts. And, ‘just like that', we'll see you next week for our look at one of New York's most glamorous PR gals, Ms. Samantha Jones.
Today's episode brings us to SATC's legal representation, Ms. Miranda Hobbes, Esq. Miranda is our to-the-point, cold-hearted (except when she's not), high-powered lawyer girlie. Miranda is power suits by day and, when they fit, sexy jeans by night. She's a mom who normalizes only liking your own kid. A professional who doesn't take any crap. And a friend that has her friends' backs (whether they like it or not.) We'll talk about the highs and lows of her character, including where she's at her most “Miranda” and, of course, the things that didn't age well this time around. We'll also check in around our quest to determine which SATC gal we are.
We could cue this one up with a bunch of puns and song lyrics, but hey, that's what the episode is for. In this week's Extra Sugar, we're talking about SATC's fifth main character: New York City (but like, really Manhattan, which the show largely favored of the city's five boroughs). The show lets us know – from the very first frame in the pilot that this is first and foremost – a NYC show. We love it. Honestly, after back-to-back traditional soundstage sitcoms, we're just glad to be outside! So let's see if two Southerners can do the ‘city that never sleeps' any ding-dang justice. Unclear but join us anyway, if you don't like it, you can judge it – and that's almost as good as liking something for real.
It's time to explore the “Rose” of SATC. Our “good-on-paper” girl. Our “sweet one.” Our “one-cardboard-baby-away-from-a-crashout” ball of sunshine. That's right - it's Charlotte's turn to get the ST&TV treatment. We'll talk about the highs and lows of her character, Charlotte's funniest moments, her “Charlotte-iest” moments, and all the things that didn't age well this time around.
If “Sex and the City” had given us nothing else, it's incontrovertible that it served the best fashion. Fortunately, it gave us so much more and we're exploring that in this week's “Extra Sugar.” SATC said: be fabulous, be broke, be late, be complicated—and somehow make it iconic. Was it realistic? Absolutely not. Was it influential? So ab-so-duck-ing-lute-ly influential we're still talking about it.
“It's like the riddle of the Sphinx. Why are there so many great-unmarried women, and no great-unmarried men?” We're back and ready to spend this season watching Ms. Carrie Bradshaw and her besties address this critical question. Along the way, we may even discover that “...nothing lasts forever; dreams change, trends come and go, but friendships never go out of style.”
As we wrap up our Golden Girls era and prepare for season nine (!!!), we needed a pop culture bridge: something to connect the worlds we've already talked about with where we're going next. So, why ARE we watching this? Well, first, we're never ones to shy away from a trip down Nostalgia Lane. But ALSO, it stars Estelle Getty - one of our Golden Girls - Meschach Taylor - one of our Designing Women bestied - AND one other connection to the future of ST&TV, but ya gotta listen to catch it! Let us know - are you a Mannequin fan or…are you Roger Ebert?
We simply couldn't leave Miami without spending time with our gals at the not-quite-as-legendary Golden Palace. And for those who've been with us a while, we're going back to our roots: we'll rate it, talk about references…alla the things. It's the two-parter where Dorothy returns. Don Cheadle is there! Cheech Marin. And we finally get to go to the infamous—and perhaps misunderstood—Shady Pines. We laughed. We got sad. We laughed again. Thank y'all for being a friend!
Call it a smorgasbord, a potpourri, a catchall. Whatever you call it, we're chatting about the ‘golden legacy' — the spinoffs, the legendary guest stars, their immense staying power. And courtesy of our amazing listeners, we're also covering these ‘can't miss' episodes before we leave Miami for good: S1 E7 - The Competition (A Nikki fave - this is where we see Rose's competitive streak first emerge) S1 E18 - The Operation (Classic tap dance scene) S2 E14 - The Actor (I feel like there's a treat in this episode that will make you chuckle, Salina) S3 E25 - Mother's Day (Alice Ghostley episode) S5 E18 - An Illegitimate Affair (Dorothy and Sophia's mother-daughter performance is *chef's kiss*) S2 E24 - “To Catch a Neighbor” (We get a huuuuuuge guest star in this one.) Thank YOU for being a friend!
As we start the final lap of our coverage of “The Golden Girls”, we needed to make a pit stop at the preeminent, yet unauthorized look behind-the-scenes of the show via Jim Colucci's “Golden Girls Forever: An Unauthorized Look Behind the Lanai”. Jim's book - a staggering 10 years in the making!! - offers a toooooon of episode-specific behind-the-scenes info, background intel, and loads of interviews with not only the girls themselves, but also the huge cast and crew that put this classic together. It's worth saying: the ST&TV Book Club is no different than any other book club. Reading the book is not required. Just ask Salina. ;) For one of the last few times: thank YOU for being a friend!
Whether it was losing spouses, finding love again, or facing the future alone, the Golden Girls never sugarcoated the realities of aging - but always kept the humor. In this week's convo, we talked about the stories of grief, romance, and reinvention through a few key episodes: S1 E13 - A LIttle Romance S4 E6 - Sophia's Wedding S4 E10 - Stan Takes a Wife S5 E11 - Ebb Tide S6 E9 - Mrs. George Devereaux S6 E12 - Ebbtide's Revenge S7 E17 - Questions and Answers
As we begin to close out our “The Golden Girls” coverage (cue all the tears), we were THRILLED to learn about a special episode of ABC's “20/20” celebrating the 40th anniversary of the show! We knew it was our responsibility - nay, duty - to report back to “ST&TV' about it. Let's chat about the highlights of this true love letter to the fans, including the things that surprised us! The things that didn't. And what we wish we could've gotten a little more of! As Cindy Fee would sing, thank you for being a friend!
In the hallowed halls of television history, most sitcoms could never make a storyline about a health scare from a little-known virus genuinely funny. Fortunately, as we've well established this season, “The Golden Girls” is not “most sitcoms.” In fact, its treatment of “heavy issues” is singular and we're so excited to chat about it this week.
Sophia may have been the smallest of The Golden Girls, but this week's episode proves that Estelle Getty's contributions to entertainment were anything but miniscule. In this week's “Extra Sugar”, we'll dive into the life of the woman behind Sophia Petrillo — from her early days as a shy actress hustling through community theatre to the late-in-life breakthrough that turned her into a comedy legend. Drawing on stories from her memoir If I Knew Then What I Know Now… So What?, we'll explore some of the best behind-the-scenes moments and fan encounters — the ones that reveal Estelle as not just an icon, but a relatable human who often couldn't believe her own fame. As always, grab a slice of cheesecake as you tune in, and let's give Estelle her flowers.
We've reached the part of the season where we're ready to talk about Salina's “spirit Golden Girl”; America's most curmudgeonly storyteller; the resident “roastmaster” with the emotional grace of a wrecking ball: Sophia Petrillo. Sophia brought us unequivocally blunt honesty, but she also brought us comic relief and a whole lotta heart (buried under the…verbal assaults…” Let's talk about her character and her shiniest (and not so shiniest) moments across the series. And don't forget to come back Thursday for an “Extra Sugar” dedicated to the little lady behind the…little lady…told my ST&TV's resident…little lady. As always, thank you for being a friend!
We've come to the moment where we can finally talk about possibly the one last thing all Americans can agree on: the loveliness that was Betty White. Betty White grew up with television and she paid her dues. From hours in full make-up on live television, to decades of stiff game show competition, “The Golden Girls” was far from her only contribution to culture and entertainment. The part we don't often hear about is the influential network of female entertainers she ran with, as well as the vast network of more behind-the-scenes players that she was connected with. So, “Sweet Tea & TV” is here to correct that for ya. Betty made us laugh. She made us cheer. But, more importantly, she made space for others to do the same. And in doing so, she ensured that the women of television would always have a seat at the table.
Rose Nylund may not be one to “toot her own Vertugenflürgen, so we'll do it for her. Let's face it: she's the Golden Girl you want to hug most. She's the forever optimist, genuinely sincere and sincerely genuine, inclusive, and downright wholesome. Rose is like a walking, breathing plate of warm cookies and hot cocoa. But don't get it twisted: she's also strong, wildly competitive, and not to be underestimated. Sometimes her best qualities – along with heavy helping of naivety and cluelessness – place her in precarious situations. And, look, we're all better for knowing more about St. Olaf. There would be no Rose, not as we know her, without the legendary Betty White at the helm. So come back Thursday for an Extra Sugar all about the gal behind the gal.
In this week's “Extra Sugar”, we're going beyond the biosketch and learning much more about the real woman behind Dorothy Zbornak: Bea Arthur. We're talking about her fearless advocacy, her trailblazing role in Maude — where she tackled issues like women's rights, aging, and reproductive freedom — and how that legacy paved the way for Dorothy and generations of strong female characters to come. So, grab a slice of cheesecake and join us as we celebrate the woman who proved that comedy could have a conscience — and that a well-timed glare could change the world.
Dorothy Zbornak could level a room with one withering stare — and finish the job with a single sarcastic comment. This week on “Sweet Tea & TV”, we're diving into the world of The Golden Girls' resident truth-teller — the tall, tough, totally iconic Dorothy, played by Bea Arthur. We'll unpack what makes her the glue (and sometimes the eye-roll) of the group, why her brand of honesty hits just as hard today, and how Bea made this sharp-tongued realist into one of TV's most beloved characters. We're covering it all — the good, the bad, and the gloriously snarky. From her most heartfelt moments to her best zingers, we're celebrating everything that makes Dorothy… Dorothy. Plus, stay tuned later this week for an “Extra Sugar”, spotlighting Bea Arthur herself — the woman behind the wit, the voice, and the world-class side-eye.
Rue McClanahan once said, “People always ask me if I'm really like Blanche. And I say, ‘Well, Blanche was just Rue with the volume turned up.'” In this week's “Extra Sugar”, we're raising a slice of cheesecake to Rue, learning about her five-decade career, some of the diverse roles she had after Golden Girls, AND how she got that name: Rue. And, as always, thank you for being a friend!
Blanche Devereaux is so many things. She's the lady of my dreams, your dreams, all of our dreams. But, like, she's also the branch from Designing Women to Golden Girls. Sometimes we just close our eyes and it's almost like we're right back there with our favorite Atlanta siren: Suzanne Sugarbaker. All batting eyelashes and questionable comments. Join us on our new adventure as we hop from character to character this season, exploring their highs, lows, and frankly, what made us fall in love with them. For the purists out there, we're including the exact episodes we watched to prepare – so watch along and then tune in to talk all things Blanche. Come back Thursday for an Extra Sugar all about the lady behind the lady: Rue McClanahan. And, as always, thank you for being a friend!
Covering Golden Girls got us thinking about what a feat it was to get four women – let alone those over the age of 50 – in leading roles on TV in the 1980s. We decided it was time for a temperature check: how is Hollywood doing all these years on? What has and hasn't changed since these iconic women left the screen 30+ years ago? What did Golden Girls get right at the time and where did they miss the mark? You'll be utterly shocked to learn, well, it's complicated.
We're back! Minus a very exciting special episode over the summer, we took a much needed, extended break from the pod. We also got in the lab, with a pen and a pad – and then Nikki came up with something REALLY good. Make sure to listen to find out what we're up to long term, but short term, as we unsubtly teased earlier in the year: this is our golden era. It's Golden Girls time. So join us as Salina meets the gals (Nikki is already a cheesecake bestie), and then come back Thursday for an episode all about the representation of aging women in Hollywood. Wanna follow along with the exact episodes we're watching? Great! Check out the series pilot and season 1 finale on Hulu.
Before we boarded our flight to Miami, we decided to take a quiz to see which Golden Girl we are. We both came in with some ideas of who we might be - tune in to the end to see if we were right. Then, take it yourself and let us know who you got AND if that's who you thought you would get! THEN, come back Monday for our very new season of "Sweet Tea & TV." And, as always, thank you for being a friend!
AGH! Red alert - STTV is back (sort of...) At a minimum, we are reemerging from our T. Swift pre-Reputation era cave long enough to reconvene the STTV Book Club! We were so honored to be invited to a book release event by Mary Dixie Carter, author of Marguerite by the Lake (and daughter of Dixie Carter!) Her new novel - “An atmospheric, tense novel about the death of a glamorous garden designer, a widower trying to keep his secrets buried, and the beautiful young gardener.” - was the PERFECT excuse for Book Club! This book took us on a twisty, turny ride and we have the thoughts. So grab a copy and join us for the ride! And bonus! Stick around at the end to hear an exclusive conversation Salina had with Mary Dixie. Come on y'all, let's get into it!
Bernice Clifton has given us so much over the years. Her final parting gift? A reference to the iconic 1991 film: Thelma & Louise. It's a shoot ‘em up, outlaw adventure featuring two outrageously talented women amidst a banger cast. It's a bittersweet feminist text that shook up Hollywood stereotypes – and forever upholds the unshakable bond of female friendship. Brandon Davis from Front Row Classics returned to help us unpack this one: what it changed, what it didn't, allll the trivia, and why this one holds a special place in our hearts - whether this was our first or 100th time seeing it.
We simply could not wrap up Designing Women without acknowledging its extended universe and CBS network spinoff, Women of the House. This is the short-lived series that reunited LBT and Delta Burke, and the show that brought back Suzanne Sugarbaker. Turns out: this one had some off-screen drama, too, but the best of it was in service to women. We like that. We'll talk about our general reactions, likes, dislikes, and a bevy of Designing Women cameos PLUS some stunt casting with purpose.
The year, Patreon friends: 2003. The goal: bring back the original cast of "Designing Women". Sprinkle in: LBT, Pam Norris, and allll the husbands for good measure. We couldn't possibly close out the series without chatting about the Lifetime Reunion: general reactions, favorite moments, and biggest surprises. Come on, y'all, let's get into it!
The time hath come, friends - we're on our “Designing Women” farewell tour. After four years, seven seasons, hundreds of episode watches, and countless hours with these lovely creatures, our time together has come to an end. We'll kick off the “goodbyes” sharing our all-time favorite episodes, ranking the seasons, and finally revealing our favorite characters (for today.) And, if we're extra-nice, Salina may do some math for us! Come on y'all, let's get into it!
This “Extra Sugar” officially calls to order the Sweet Tea & TV Book Club! Grab your copy of “Trying to Get to Heaven: Opinions of a Tennessee Talker” by the one and only Dixie Carter and settle in for a gab-fest. This episode turned out longer than normal, but it turns out these two talkers - one a Georgia Talker and one a South Carolina Talker - also had a lot of opinions.
Ah, the age-old fun-house version that's not so “fun” - that's what we were facing this season with Ms. Julia Sugarbaker. Her condescension was at an all-time high throughout the season and the runner of the tension between her and Mary Jo wasn't our favorite part of the season. HOWEVER, there were some high points, so let's chat about it. And come back later this week for the second installment of the “Sweet Tea & TV Book Club” - we're talking all things Dixie Carter's 1996 book, “Trying to Get To Heaven: Opinions of a Tennessee Talker.”
This week's Extra Sugar is inspired by Mary Jo's brush with the supernatural after Elvis's face appears on her shovel in season 7, episode 17. We're also introduced to Jade Herman, a self-proclaimed expert in the “para-spectacular”, who “markets and promotes everything from Jesus' face on a toaster to UFOs landing in a wheat field outside of London.” Naturally, Salina then curated a list of five para-spectacular…occurrences…for your listening pleasure. So if you're into toasts, ghosts, and UFOs, well, this one's for you.
Justice for Mary Jo! That's what we were yelling at the end of season 7. Mary Jo - and, in fact, Annie Potts - deserved so much more than the “Designing Women” writers gave her this season. Of course, there were some funny parts and a couple social commentaries but, for the most part, we veered into funhouse territory - just minus the fun. Come on y'all, let's rip off the Band-aid and get into it!
This week's Carlene episode opened the door to something we just have to talk about: Southern Suffragists (courtesy of Carlene's boyfriend, Eric, giving Julia a book on the topic in episode 20). We'll talk about the women's suffragist movement generally, unpack the South's role and what happened here, and wrap up by looking at some women (and men!) suffragists who helped make it happen. Come on y'all, let's get into it!
The short version of this episode is: Salina and Nikki are disappointed that the writers/producers/universe short-changed easily one of the high points of the post-shakeup “Designing Women” cast. Poor Carlene is reduced to just a couple storylines and a few pop-in jokes here and there. But, that won't stop us from giving her her due! Let's get into our thoughts (and feels) about Carlene's portrayal in season 7 - from the funniest parts all the way down to the cringiest (including being nekkid on Anthony's sheets!) Come on y'all, let's get into it!
All the way back in season 4, in “Bernice's Sanity Hearing” (which we called “Some LIke Dolls, Some Like Revenge”), Julia said: "I'm saying this is the South, and we're proud of our crazy people. We don't hide them up in the attic. We bring 'em right down to the living room and show 'em off. See, Phyllis, no one in the South ever asks if you have crazy people in your family. They just ask what side they're on.” Which leads us to the thesis of this “Extra Sugar”. We'll poke around in that concept a little bit - what does Bernice's character show us about mental health and “crazy" in the South? Is there anything in our collective experience that plays out through Bernice's story? And, since we're a culture in crisis, we'll end by sharing our own tips for preserving your sanity.
All aboard! Headed to our next stop on the ST&TV Season 7 Train - BERNICE. The writers for “Designing Women” season 7 were ALL IN on Bernice as the comic relief this season and so were we. (Don't be surprised if we break all the rules and share dozens of “funniest moments” for Bernice this season!) We'll hit all the highs and lows for this red-hot mama. And don't forget to come back Thursday for a mental-health focused “Extra Sugar.”
Our Anthony episode– and his rebound trip to Las Vegas – was a perfectly adequate excuse for Salina to talk about the Dixie Mafia. Confused? OK, stay with us. When people think about Vegas, they think about the mafia. But what if we told you there was a Southern mafia? The Dixie Mafia. AKA the Southern mob, AKA the Cornbread Cosa Nostra. Join us as we shed some light on their origins AND some of the most interesting figures and cases in their sordid history.
Next up in our character run-down for season 7, the one, the only: ANTHONY BOUVIER! As we wrap up our time with Anthony, let's take a second to appreciate the endless shenanigans the Designing Women have put him through, his quickie, season 7 marriage, his never-ending law school career, and the twist ending that has us all wondering if Bernice's feelings for him were truly unrequited. We'll make a pit-stop at Salina's Sidebar, to talk about the one and only, Sheryl Lee Ralph. And we have a special bit for our Patreon listeners, inspired by the crew's two-part Vegas visit this season. Finally, don't forget to come back Thursday for an “Extra Sugar” that was weeks of internet research, podcast listening, and light book-skimming in the making - Salina's taking the Southern route to Vegas, talking all about the Dixie Mafia.
In season 7, episode 13, all the ladies – even the ones who didn't want to admit it (JULIA) – were wrapped by the celebrity scandal of the moment: Squidgygate. This was the perfect inspiration for us to also talk about celebrity scandals. So join us as we break down their favorite – and then we both bring a few of our own to the table: several Southern ones and then one that we can't stop obsessing over for like, oh, four months now.
Up first in our last Designing Women season EVER: Ms. Bonnie Jean Poteet, or BJ “if you're nasty” (per Nikki, which, let's be honest, makes it way better). We're gonna talk about her season trajectory: her highs and her lows, and generally, what these two seasoned gals thought of this brief and final show addition. We'll break somewhere in the middle to talk about the woman behind the woman: Judith Ivey. Then come back on Thursday for a downright scandalous “Extra Sugar” inspired by the midseason obsession with Squidgygate – the world loves a “gate”, ya know? Come on y'all, let's get into it!
We just had to give the series finale the old Sweet Tea & TV treatment. You know, break the WHOLE thing down – reactions, likes, dislikes, and allll the references. Join us as we give this fever dream, two-parter the send off it deserves – and frankly, we've all earned together these last four years. Come on y'all, let's get into it!
It's impossible to believe it, but we have reached the 7th and final season of Designing Women. In our premiere episode, we'll discuss our initial reactions and hand out some superlatives for the season's highs and lows. We'll carry on with our season 6 structure - that is each week, we'll spend some time with a different character. What were their best and worst moments and where did things end up for them? Come back later in the week for an Extra Sugar where we'll talk about the two-part series finale. It'll be a throwback to our episode-by-episode breakdowns from season 1-5. Come on y'all, let's get into it!
It's time for our traditional, post-”Designing Women” season special episode! We're definitely planning to discuss season 7 after the holidays, but to tide you over, we're heading to Beverly Hills—Troop Beverly Hills, to be exact. If you haven't seen this 1989 gem starring Shelly Long in her peak, feathered-hair glory, you're in for a treat. This isn't just a movie—it's an adventure in over-the-top Scout uniforms, cookie sales drama, and a showdown with wilderness survival that's as hilarious as it is heartwarming. For us, it was a no-brainer: Carlene's Scout leader stint, our “Extra Sugar” on Girl Scouts, and our deep dive into Shelly Long's Cheers fame all screamed Troop Beverly Hills. So, if you're feeling nostalgic—or just need a good laugh between turkey leftovers and New Year's resolutions—join us. Grab some popcorn, snuggle up, and maybe consider bedazzling your own Scout sash. You know, for the vibes. We'll be back Designing Women-style after the New Year. Until then, happy holidays—and happy watching!
We are so excited to present our first-ever, Sweet Tea & TV special guest, Brandon, from Front Row Classics. He's a knower-of-all-things old Hollywood. A connoisseur of classic films. And, luckily for us, a Designing Women appreciator. In this episode, we chat with Brandon about his favorite DW memories, his thoughts on the sometimes-maligned later seasons of the show, the plethora of classic film references that have popped up through the years on Designing Women, and we even lured him into a silly, ChatGPT-powered game, re-imagining the cast through the lens of vintage camera.
We simply cannot leave the upheaval that was season six of Designing Women without talking about the elephant in the room: the cast changes. America was glued to their TVs to see how Julia Duffy and Jan Hooks would fare in place of the beloved Delta Burke and Jean Smart. Thirty million strong for that matter. We'll discuss if they got a fair shake. Designing Women had some cast changes, but they didn't invent them. So we're going to talk about some iconic ones in other corners of TV. Who did it best? Who did it worst? And, most importantly, was there drah-mah?!?!
We can't possibly round out our coverage of season 6 without discussing the much-discussed, oft-aligned newbie, Allison. It's a big change, but how did we take it? Let's discuss. Salina's also going to bring us a Sidebar on Julia Duffy. And then come back Thursday for an Extra Sugar we're calling Cast Away. We're going to chat not only about the major Designing Women cast changes this season, but some other major - and less-major - cast shifts throughout TV history.
Oh boy! This season brought us Designing Women's second-favorite big ole donkey Girl Scout, Carlene. (For those who don't remember, Julia called Charlene a big-ole donkey Girl Scout back in season 5's “Miss Trial” - we're not just being mean to Carlene.) More than one episode this season referenced the Scouts. We also have a big ole donkey Girl Scout among us in the form of one, Ms. Nikki, AND we have some Southern AND “Designing Women” ties to the Girl Scout universe. So, it was just time for an “Extra Sugar” about the Scouts. Let's talk about what the Girl Scouts are, what their Southern connection is + their “Designing Women” connection, and we just have to tackle Julia's big beef, comparing the Boy Scout facilities and the Girl Scout facilities.
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