This week the ladies of the TGAD talk about Gossip Girl season finale episode 5.24 – The Return of the Ring. Highlights include: how the writers completely changed everything about Gossip Girl, Chuck and Blair being all in, and Serena’s greatest regression yet. Listen to the podcast to hear everything we had to say about Gossip Girl. And we want to thank everyone for listening to us for another season of Gossip Girl. TGAD would be nothing without you and we thank you for putting up with Angela’s apple eating, TGAD kids and just general Gossip Girl podcast chaos. Thanks for being such devoted fans to our podcast.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #140: But This Time I’m All In
May 15, 2012

Opening:

• Gossip Girl renewed for final season for 11 episodes.  Why 11 and not 13? Do you think they needed 13 episodes? When do you think the show will return? Official schedule will be released on May 17th!
• Lola won’t be on the show next season because she’s been cast on an NBC show.
• Ratings:
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.24 – The Return of the Ring
• No recap this week because we probably will have a lot to talk about in this episode of the podcast.

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• Were you satisfied with this as a season finale? Do you think people will stop watching next season or will viewership increase?
• High and Lows:  What did you love and what did you hate?
• What do you think of Lola giving her money to Ivy? Do you think she saved some for herself?
• Blair taking over her mother’s company: good or bad?

Annulments and Lies

• Why isn’t Bart in trouble for fraud? Wouldn’t his marriage to Lily be the null and void one because he faked his death?  Why does Lily want to respect the sanctity of marriage now?  Isn’t she disrespecting her current one?
• Does Lily really think that Rufus would want to talk to her about what she said to him about keeping him a kept man? Is Lily too easily manipulated?
• Should Rufus have had the annulment papers drawn up? Should Lily have read into his actions about how much he loved her vs. wanting to win a competition?

Father Not Like Son

• Are you upset that Bart is back? Should Bart have been brought back as a source of happiness and not a source of conflict? How did you feel about what Bart did to Chuck?
• What is up with the constant testing of Chuck by Bart? Is this being unfair to Chuck? Is Chuck ready to be a Bass man or is he ready to be a new Bass man?
• Do you think Chuck will ever stand up to his father?
• What do you think Bart really wants?

Frenemies Again?

• What does it say about Serena that she took the pages of Blair’s diary with no intention of publishing them, but still wanting to know that she could if she wanted? Why didn’t Serena just fess up to her feelings?
• What did you think about the Blair sabotage of Serena’s possible new job? Is this going back too old school? Has the lack of attention on their friendship showed there has been regression in their relationship? Do you want to see a regression, especially knowing the show is coming to an end?
• Will Serena and Blair continue on this no friendship path next season?  And is that something you would like to see?
• Should Blair have kicked Serena out of the house? Did Blair mean what she said to Serena or is she just harboring hurt feelings? Was Blair only mad at Serena because she told her the truth about her feelings for Chuck?

The End of the Dair Affair

• Should Dair have been given a proper break up?
• Let’s examine the love that Blair said she had for Dan.  Blair said a lot of things in this episode about her relationship with Dan. “Is cultural stimulation enough?” – from the diary of Blair.  Does that justify her writing that in diary about Dan?  What did you think of her explanation about the situation?
• “When we’re together, I feel strong and safe…except in his neighborhood.” What does this say about her relationship with Dan?  Was it even a real love or just a safe love?

There Is No Us, Just You

• Should Dan be upset with Serena about the manipulation? Did Serena force him to have sex?
• Is it safe to say that Dan has no feelings for Serena?  Does Serena really have feelings for Dan?
• Is Serena being led on by Dan? Or is Dan confused about his feelings too? Were they both using each other?
• What do you think about Serena taping their sexual encounter?

Chair Together Again

• “I’m vulnerable.  He’s devastated me, but he’s also made me the happier than I’ve ever been.”
• What did you think of the latest Gossip Girl cock block? Did Blair always bet against Chuck? And did he always put her first?
• Why is power always the thing that will keep Blair and Chuck apart?  Is it really that important?
• Do you think Chuck and Blair will be together in the end?

One Week Later

• Dan and Georgina are going to write a book about the real UES.
• Serena in on the train to no where; slipping back into old habits.
• Blair being all in for Chuck.

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Hopes for The Final Season of Gossip Girl

The Plan for TGAD

Closing:

• We’ll be back in August to discuss all things Gossip Girl.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD we discuss Gossip Girl 5.23 – The Fugitives. Highlights include: Blair and Chuck being end game, feeling sorry for Serena, should Dan and Serena be an end game couple, and of course what does the return of Bart Bass mean for the show?

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #139: S is BSing a B
May 7, 2012

Opening:

• CW Pickups: 90210, TVD and Supernatural.  What else do you think will get renewed?
• Gossip Girl ratings go really low.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.23 – The Fugitives

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• What did you think of the episode? Was this a good episode going into the finale?

High and Low

• Did you like the episode?
• What was your favorite part of the episode?  What was your least favorite part of the episode?

The Truth About Bart

• Did the story line leave you feeling satisfied?
• What did think of Bart faking his death and the reasons behind it?
• What did you think of Blair taking over the plan and having everyone involved?
• Is Nate playing the new Serena by messing up plans?
• What do you think will happen next?  Did Chuck take the news too well? Do you want to see Bart next season?

To Rome Or Not To Roam

• Does Blair really want to go to Rome? Is her agreeing to go just a way to divert her feelings away from Chuck?
• Is it wrong that Blair doesn’t want to tell Dan that she loves him?  Does this change the dynamic of the story?
• When is it ok to lie? Do people on the UES accept people’s lies too easily? Should Dan be OK with the lies that Blair is telling him?  And does this speak about Blair’s relationship with Dan?
• Chuck vs. Dan: should Blair really choose?  Who do you think she’ll choose?

S is BSing A B

• What do you think about Serena having Blair’s diary page? Was this something on the computer?
• Is Serena being too nice about the Dan and Blair situation? Is she being phony?
• What do you think will happen next between Blair and Serena?

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• We’ll be back next week to talk about the season finale episode 5.24 – The Return of the Ring
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

We’re back for another week. This week on TGAD the ladies discuss Gossip Girl 5.22 – Raiders of the Lost Art! Highlights include: Will Gossip Girl go one without Josh Safran?; The Chair vs. Dair dilemma, and Chuck’s always dealing with family drama, can the guy get a break? Listen to this week’s podcast to get all the details on how we felt on this week’s episode. Only 2 more episodes left in the season!

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #138: It’s Time To Be Real Again
May 1, 2012

Opening:

• Any Gossip Girl news?
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.22 – Raiders of the Lost Art

Poll:
Do you care that Bart may not be Chuck’s dad?

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• What did you think of the whole gang coming together to scheme?  Should Dan be apart of the group if Serena-lite can be involved?
• What happened to all the story lines from last week’s episode?

High and Low

• Did you like the episode?
• What was your favorite part of the episode?  What was your least favorite part of the episode?

Serena and the Search for GG

• What good did knowing Gossip Girl’s phone number do? Was it really that important?
• Did Gossip Girl change Serena? Why do you think Serena didn’t notice she was hurting the people she cared about?
• Did you expect Nate and Lola to team up to go against Serena?  Do you feel bad for Serena?
• What will Serena do now that she doesn’t have Gossip Girl? Will she try to get it back? Should she try to get it back?
• Will you miss Serena being Gossip Girl?

Diana is a Madam

• Did the story line become too predictable? Was it meant to be an OMG storyline?
• What did you think of the tie back to season two with the party? And Diana being the madam?
• So Bart isn’t dead, but why fake his dead? And what do Diana and Jack have to do with it?
• What was supposed to be happening that night that had to run smoothly?
• How do you think Chuck is going to react to the situation? Does this mean that Lily and Bart are still married? Is Jack, Chuck’s dad?

Three Sides To Every Story

• Do you think Dan trusts Blair? Should he trust her?  Does she trust him?
• Should he have gotten in the middle of an epic love like Chuck and Blair’s love?
• Should Dan have taken the opportunity to go to Rome? Is he falling back into old patterns by pushing his love life into the fore front and career in the back?
• Should Blair and Dan be at the point of saying those three little words? Is he foolish for thinking Blair would say those words back to him?  Does she love him?

A Chair Situation

• Were Blair and Chuck friends in this episode?
• Does Blair getting her groove back depend on her going back to her old life? (Meaning hanging out with her old friends and scheming with Chuck?)
• When did Blair and Chuck cross over this hump where she was willing to talk to him and he be ok with the fact that she’s with Dan?
• What will the future hold for Chair?

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• We’ll be back next week to talk about episode 5.23 – The Fugitives.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD we talk about Gossip Girl episode 5.21 – Despicable B. Highlights include: Who’s your daddy? And is Diana his aunt?; Lily liking to keep Rufus kept; Serena being Serena and Dan enabling Blair. Listen as the ladies of TGAD tell you what we thought about the episode. Thanks for listening another week.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #137 – From High Class To High Trash
April 23, 2012

Opening:

• Gossip Girl News, ratings on the decline, 0.99
• When is the CW going to pick up shows?
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.21 – Despicable B

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:

High and Low

• Did you like the episode?
• What was your favorite part of the episode?  What was your least favorite part of the episode?

From High Class to High Trash

• What has happened to Lily’s heart?  Has money changed her?
• Will Lily and Rufus actually get a divorce? Is this something you would like to see happen?
• Does Lily feel like she needs to leave the family because her mother is gone?
• Was it right for Lily to turn Carol in? Was Lily just retaliating because she found out the truth about Carol and William?
• Do you think it was right for Lily to use Ivy to help her? Should Lily accept Ivy back in her hear? Would you have torn up the check?

Serena doesn’t want a sister:

• Does Serena have a right to be upset with William? Is she upset because she’s jealous of Lola or does she just want to be the apple of her father’s eye?
• Is Serena being too mean to Lola?
• Why does Nate have to be the dispenser of secret news?
• Why would Lola go to Serena to ask for help getting Carol out of jail?
• Do you think William could have possibly loved Carol? Do you think William is actually the father?
• What will William do now that he has the money?  Will he help Carol and Lola?
• Lola has the GG information, will GG finally get her site back?  And what will that do to Serena? Will Lola expose Serena and GG? Would you?

Blair Is Trying To Find Herself Again

• What did you think of Blair’s sudden fall in name sake in this episode? Was Blair ever really that important?
• What do you think about Blair hijacking Dan’s moment? What would you have done if you were Dan? Is he too understanding?
• Is this a repetition of an old story line with a different guy?
• Has Blair been living in the sidelines of her relationships?  Did the men put her there or did she take that role?
• Did Blair gravitate to Dan because he was lower status and low profile?

Diana Has A Secret

• Are Diana and Nate getting back together? Or was this just a use me situation?
• Wait, so Diana isn’t Chuck’s mom?
• Jack and Chuck’s dad? Does this explain things from the past episodes?
• What do you think about the new twist? How do you think Jack and Diana are related?

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• We’ll be back next week to talk about episode 5.22 – Raiders of the Lost Art.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week we talk about Gossip Girl 5.20 – Salon of the Dead. Note: This podcast is not edited. I’ve been really busy and I didn’t have time to edit.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #136 – A Bloody Mess
April 16, 2012

Opening:

• People boycotting the show.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.20 – Salon of the Dead

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• Ratings:

High and Low

• Did you like the episode?
• What was your favorite part of the episode?  What was your least favorite part of the episode?

Lily and Rufus Hit A Rough Patch

• Has Lily taken the situation too far? Will Lily and Rufus get back to normal?
• Did Rufus give up too much of himself?

Mirroring of Story lines

• What do you think about the mirror in the story lines between Serena and Lily?  Are they strong women or women who get what they want?  Or is that the same thing?
• What about Rufus and Dan?  Are they similar in character and in story line?

Does Serena Want to be an It-Girl?

• What has happened to Serena?
• Does Serena really want to be an it-girl or does she just not want it to be Lola? Did Serena take things too far with Lola?
• Should Lola and Serena be friends?
• Has Gossip Girl changed Lola? Serena?
• Will Lola and Nate recover from this to be a couple again?

Salon of the Dead: Dair Comes Out

• What did you think of Blair and Dan trying to combine their worlds? Do you think it will actually happen?  Should we take it as a sign of foreshadowing when the couple said they hope it lasts?  Or the failed attempt at the salon?
• Are Dan and Blair just too different to make things work?  Are they too selfish to be in a relationship where so much change is required?
• Is it too soon for Blair to even be in a relationship?

Wait? Didn’t We Already Know Diana was Chuck’s mom?

• Are you happy with the news finally coming out?  Should Diana have confessed to this earlier?
• Will Chuck become less damaged now? Will they be able to have a relationship?
• What do you think Diana’s other secret is?

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• We’ll be back next week to talk about episode 5.21 Despicable B.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD we had to go at it without Brittany as we talked about Gossip Girl 5.19 – It Girl, Interrupted. Highlights include: Chuck’s one piece outfit, Serena and Lily’s shallow behavior and Dair not being what we thought. Listen to full podcast to hear what Angela and Missy had to say about Gossip Girl. We’ll be back next week to talk about the official coming out party!

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #135 – Whatever Serena Wants, Lola Gets
April 10, 2012

Opening:

• China is getting its own version of Gossip Girl.
• Josh Schwartz says all cast will be back in season six, but maybe not in the way you might think.  What does that mean? Would you watch the show if all cast members were not present?
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.19 – It Girl,Interrupted

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments
- Did you like the episode?
- High and Low

Van der Humphrey’s are Taking A Slide

• Has Lily taken the situation too far? Should Lily just hand over the money and let the situation be?
• Who is right in this situation? Lily or Rufus?
• Will Lily and Rufus recover from this?

Diana Payne Is Back At The Spectator

• Does she really have feelings for Nate?  Or does she want what she doesn’t have?
• Will Nate be the one to find out the truth about Diana?

Serena Looking For A New It Girl

• What has happened to Serena?
• What do you think about Lola becoming the new It Girl of the UES? Could she handle it? Would it change her?  Has it already started to change her?
• Should Serena really be upset that everyone loves Lola?  Did she really want not to be the It Girl anymore?
• Why is Serena upset that Lola used her when she was using Lola to get what she wanted?
• Will this ruin her relationship with Lola?

How Much Was The Dowry?

• Are you surprised that Chuck paid the dowry? What do you think about him not wanting anyone to know that he paid it? Was this the big part of Georgina’s plan?  Does this seem like a waste of a favor?
• How do you feel about Blair accusing Chuck of trying to buy his way back into her life? Did her reasons have some validity?
• What do you think about Chuck going to Blair for help with his mom and Blair blowing him off?

Blair Wants To Be A Princess

• Did the divorce happen too easily?  So really, there is no need to see the prince again, right?
• Was it silly she didn’t want to sign her divorce papers because she’s still trying to be a princess?
• What did you think of Dan and Blair’s relationship in this episode? What about the things he did for her?

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• We’ll be back next week to talk about episode 5.20 – Salon of the Dead.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

Gossip Girl is finally back from hiatus and there was plenty to talk about. This week on TGAD the ladies discuss Gossip Girl episode 5.18 – Con Heir. Highlights include: who has more fans: Chair or Dair, Joshua Safran recreating the show and Jack Bass killing it in this episode. Listen to find out what we all thought about the most recent episode of the podcast. Also, this is a really rough edit of the podcast. It’s hard to get back into the podcasting swing of things. I figured it would be best to get the episode up now instead of delaying it for a huge edit…that I probably would have pushed back for days. Enjoy the podcast!

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #134: Another Drink To Forget I Just Heard That
April 3, 2012

Opening:

• Gossip Girl coming back for a shortened season six?
• Josh Safran throwing out spoilers/interviews.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.18 – Con Heir

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• Ratings: 0.96 million viewers

High and Low

A Blood Donation

• What did you think of the Chuck story line? Jack Bass returning?
• Interested in the upcoming story line for Chuck?
• Do you think Chuck is looking for Elisabeth for answers?

Dair To Dare

• What did you think of Blair and Dan’s intimacy issues?
• Were they both being up tight about the situation?  Or are there other problems?  Is their relationship purely intellectual?
• What did you think about the use of alcohol in this situation? What about the need to have sex in odd places?

Nate Needs To Keep The Spectator

• Why can’t Nate find someone to back the newspaper?
• Was he right to fire Serena?  Is Serena being selfish in the situation?
• Will Nate and Lola survive?  Is this a couple that you’re pulling for or wish would go away?

Rhodes Want Their Money

• Is Lily and Rufus’ relationship in trouble?  Can Lily survive living in Brooklyn?
• Is the Rhodes family being fair to Ivy?  Is Ivy out of line for the way she’s treating them?
• Is Ivy expecting too much too soon?
• Does Lola know the whole truth about the situation?  Will the Rhodes family end up stabbing her in the back?
• What will happen when the truth finally comes about that William is her dad?

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• We’ll be back next week to talk about episode 5.19 – It Girl, Interrupted.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD we discuss Gossip Girl 5.17 – The Princess Dowry. Highlights include: Fans going crazy on Norman Buckley, what will Ivy Dickens do now, and will Louis ever return. And then there is the issue of Dair for us to discuss. Sorry last week’s episode is so late. I wasn’t feeling very well and this episode needed a lot of editing due to some background and skype issues. Remember Gossip Girl is going on hiatus until April 2, 2012…and so is TGAD.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #133: Materialistic Monsters
February 28, 2012

Opening:

• Should we discuss the fact that fans are now yelling at/blaming Norman Buckley for bad ratings and having an opinion about the show that he is also a fan of? Norman doesn’t control the writing of the storylines and therefore shouldn’t be accused of ulterior motives when he says he likes the show – Brittany
• Lots of feedback on last week’s podcast. Why can’t we just let the writers tell a story?
• No new Gossip Girl until April 2, 2012, then it will be a straight shot until the end of the season.
• Last night’s ratings: 1.01 million (0.5/1) Series Low.  Is there justification for keeping the show if ratings are this low? Will the ratings rebound?
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.17 – The Princess Dowry

Poll:

Has your opinion of Blair changed from the beginning of the show?

Is there room in the story line for Dair to actually happen?

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• Did you like the episode? Are you interested in where the stories are going?

CeCe’s Very Irish Wake

• Are you sad to see CeCe go?
• What did you think of CeCe’s version of the wake? Is it what you expected from her?
• Does the event reveal a lot about CeCe’s real personality?
• Do you think it was right for Serena to get Lola to come to wake?

The Reading of The Will

• Was the story too predictable?
• What do you think will happen now that Charlie controls the Rhodes family assets?  Will she be nice about the situation?  Will things start to change in the family? Does Charlie really have to give any of them anything?  Would you in that situation?
• Do you think it’s time for Ivy to leave the UES?
• What do you think about William being Lola’s father?  How do you think this story is going to play out?  Serena has a sister-cousin!

Georgina Really Knows How To Meddle

• Georgina’s hand was in everything this week:  how is she always in the right place at the right time?
• What do you think Georgina’s greatest scheme was this week? How do you feel about Georgina not being Gossip Girl? Do you think Serena will take the chance to be Gossip Girl?  Does this bring the story full circle for you?
• What do you think Georgina will cash in her favors for?  How do you think she’s going to get Blair out of her marriage?

Slutty Girl’s Club: Meet Blair

• Are we never going to see Louis again? Do you think it’s odd that Blair just wants Louis to be happy?
• What do you think about the rise of Dair and the fall of Chair?
• Is Blair treating Chuck fairly?  Do you really think Blair loves Chuck?
• Do you think Chuck went too far with outing Dan?  And why would Chuck think the dowry wouldn’t be enough to bankrupt the Waldorf’s?  Was he being naïve in this situation?
• Is Dan being fair to Blair?  Did Blair forgive Dan too easily for what was done?  Or was the video just a mute point in the story anyway?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• TGAD is going to go on hiatus until the show returns.  We need a break too!  We hope you guys understand.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD we discuss the fandom totally wiggin’ out last week, ratings implications, Josh Safran not really being the one to blame and of course Gossip Girl episode 5.16 – Cross Rhodes. Highlights include: For the love of Chair, Blair’s story line becoming too much and Serena being the better friend. Note: I’m sorry I didn’t edit out the thing about a mosquito in my hair. I completely forget and didn’t write it down. If you’re living on the Gulf Coast you know what it’s like right now for the mosquitoes to be out every where and invading your home.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #132: I Must Be Winning
February 21, 2012

Opening:
● Is Josh Safran to blame for any Gossip Girl missteps?
● Last night’s ratings: 1.01 million (0.5/1) Series Low. Is there justification for keeping the show if ratings are this low? Will the ratings rebound?
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● This episode: 5.16 – Cross Rhodes

Last Week’s Poll:
Has your opinion of Blair changed from the beginning of the show?
Yes. In a negative way. (50%)
Yes. In a positive way. (26%)
No. She’s still my favorite character. (24%)

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments
● First Impression Poll:

Chivy Met Lola and It All Exploded
● Are you happy the Ivy and Charlie story line has been exposed?
● Do you think the reveal was anti-climatic?
● Should Ivy really be blamed in the situation? Why is Serena so quick to want to call the cops on Ivy? And shouldn’t they consider Ivy part of the family since she was heavily involved? Is Ivy really the bad guy here?

Serena and Blair Are Growing Up
● Who do you think is the better friend: Serena or Blair? In a friendship, does the past play a part in how much you are willing to deal with someone in the future? Serena wronged Blair many times in the past, so does it make it right for Blair to kind of wrong Serena now? Or do those things not matter now?
● What did you think about Serena giving her blessing to Blair for her and Dan? Was this a smart move for Serena? What would you have done in this situation?

Poking Some Holes In The Story
● Why isn’t Blair in Monaco?
● Why is Blair publicly kissing other men besides her husband?
● Why is no one snapping pictures of Blair? Did she have way more paparazzi before the wedding?

Dan Finally Stands Up To Blair To Cause A World of Trouble
● Is Blair being fair to Dan in this situation? Is Blair being true to her own feelings? And is it fair for Blair to bring everyone on her emotional roller coaster ride?
● Could there be something more than friendship love happening between Dan and Blair? Could Blair possibly have misdirected feelings for every male in her life?
● Do you think it’s fair for Blair to ask Chuck to wait for her?

I Must Be Winning
● Is Dan really winning or is he just in the right place at the right time?
● Will Dan and Chuck ever be able to be friends for real? Do you miss them being on friendly terms?
● When dealing with Blair, is Chuck too soft on his feelings? Is he not standing up for himself?
● What do you think Chuck will do with the information about Dan sending in the video to Gossip Girl? How will he handle a delicate situation that could push Blair forever into Dan’s arms?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:
● We’ll be back next week to talk about 5.17 – The Princess Dowry which is the last episode before the Gossip Girl mini-hiatus.
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

I know there wasn’t supposed to be an episode of TGAD this week, but we had to say something about 5.15 – Crazy Cupid Love.  We all called into the voicemail to share our thoughts on the episode.  Listen to find out what Angela, Brittany and Missy thought of the latest Gossip Girl episode.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #131: It’s Not My Fault He Kissed Me
February 15, 2012

Opening:
● First Impression Poll
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip

Voicemails from:

Angela, Brittany and Missy

Closing:
- We’ll be back in next week to talk about Gossip Girl 5.16 – Cross Rhodes.
- Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
- Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD the ladies discuss Gossip Girl 5.14 – The Backup Dan. Highlights include: Blair and Chuck had a destructive relationship, an antiquated dowry, and Serena making it all about her. Listen to this week’s episode to see how we really felt about this week’s episode of Gossip Girl.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #130: The World Needs Gossip Girl
February 7, 2012

Opening:
● Listener comment: Is Blair’s relationship with Chuck just as destructive or more than her relationship with Louis?
● Ratings for last night’s episode: 1.28
● No episode of TGAD next week because it’s Valentine’s Day.
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● This episode: 5.14 – The Back Up Dan

Last Week’s Poll:
Do you want Dan and Serena to get together before the end of season 5?

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments
• First Impression Poll
●

Lola Wants To Be A Show Girl
• What do you think of Nate and Lola? Do you prefer Lola or Chivy?

Blair Wants To Get A Quickie Divorce
• What did you think of Blair wanting to get a quickie divorce?
• Was going to the Dominican Republic the best option? Was it her only option?

Serena Takes The Fall To Make It About Her
• Was Blair wrong for calling Dan for help after Serena told her how she felt about Dan? Does the situation have anything to do with Serena?

How Antiquated Is A Dowry?
• Should Blair have let someone pay her dowry?
• If you were in Blair’s situation, what would you do?

Who Sent The Video?
• And does it really matter?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:
- We’ll be back in two weeks to talk about Gossip Girl 5.16 – Cross Rhodes.
- Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
- Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

We’re talking about the 100th episode of Gossip Girl this week on TGAD. Can you believe it? It’s been 100 episodes of the show! Congrats to all the people who have worked on Gossip Girl all this time and will continue to in the future. We may not have liked what happened in 5.13 – GG but we can’t deny it was a great episode. Highlights include: Angela’s problem with bad hair, Blair Waldorf becoming the Gossip Girl villain and the cheapening of Chuck and Blair. Listen to this week’s episode of the podcast to hear it all. Thanks for listening to us!

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #129: Jesus Owes Me One
January 31, 2012

Opening:

• Gossip Girl is the first CW show to reach 100 episodes. Gossip Girl to be around for season six and go out on top…well that’s what all the interviews are saying.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.13 – GG.

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• Ratings:

• Did the episode live up to the 100^th episode hype?  Did you like the episode?
• Opening musical dream sequence.

Nate Knows The Real Charlie

• What does this mean for Nate? Do we smell a new love interest in the making?  Will this the be love that actually sticks?

Serena Faces Her Fears

• Will Dan and Serena actually happen?  Will she wait for him to figure out his stuff?
• Was this a grand gesture of love?

Georgina Is Back

• What did you think of Father Cavalia’s original plan? Georgina’s plan to stop the wedding?  Did Georgina really want all of this to go down like this?
• Did Chuck send the Gossip Girl blast? Who do you think did it? Why is everyone so quick to blame Chuck? Hasn’t he proved he’s changed?
• Is Georgina Gossip Girl?  Or did she just hack the site?

Jesus Owes Me One

• What do you think of the roller coaster ride that Blair has taken Chuck and Louis on?  Is she being fair to both of them?
• What did you think about Blair marrying Louis? Is Blair getting what she deserves?
• Why would Blair ask Louis why he would want to marry someone he didn’t love, wasn’t she doing the same thing?  Is Blair being realistic about the situation?
• Why would Blair even go through with the wedding?  Especially when she had an out?  Did Blair expect Chuck to stop the wedding?
• Can there be a Blair and Chuck now? Have your feelings changed for the couple?

The Back Up Dan:

• What is going on with Dan and Blair?  Why call him and not Serena?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

-    Next week we’ll be back to talk about episode 5.14 – The Backup Dan.
-    Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
-    Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week we discuss Gossip Girl 5.12 – Father and The Bride. This episode of the podcast is great, but the only thing I can think about is the 100th episode of Gossip Girl next week. But the big question this week is: will Blair get married or not? who will stop the wedding and why?

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #128: Don’t Give Up On The People You Love
January 24, 2012

Opening:
● Josh Safran and his interviews of lately. Do you think they are getting clued in about the end of Gossip Girl?
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● This episode: 5.12 – The Father and The Bride

Poll:
At this point, do you think Louis and Blair will actually get married?

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments
• First Impression Poll:
• Ratings:
● Did you like the episode?
● Does no one care about Charlie anymore?

Serena Becoming The Next Carrie Bradshaw
• What do you think about Serena’s sudden up swing? This is something that could work for her? Could Serena really be a writer?

Sacrificing Your Career for Fake Love
• Dan is getting another book, is it wrong for him to think he could write something different than Inside? Would it be so wrong to have a sequel to Inside?

Beatrice and Blair: The B Sisters?
• Were you surprised to see how trusting Blair was of Beatrice? What about the change in Beatrice?
• What did you think about Blair telling all her secrets to everyone in this episode? First in confession and then to Beatrice? Was it smart for her to name names and admit to still loving Chuck?

The Non Princess Bachelorette
• What did you think about the bachelorette party? Is that really something Blair would have been interested in?
• Does Father Cavalia really care for Beatrice? Or is she just a means to an end for him? Should he really be a priest after all the bad things he’s done?

Don’t Give Up On The People You Love
• At this point, should Blair be telling the truth to Chuck? Can this situation make Chuck go back to his old ways?

The Writing of The Vows

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:
- Next week we’ll be back to talk about episode 5.12 – Father of the Bride.
- Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
- Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

TGAD is back with it’s first episode of 2012. This episode Angela and Brittany discuss the good and nonsense of Gossip Girl episode 5.11 – The End of the Affair. Highlights include: Are Lily and Rufus that stupid?; Blair finds her religion but in a mocking and stupid way and of course the fashion!

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #127: God Doesn’t Blab
January 17, 2012

Opening:
● Happy New Year TGAD Fans.
● Nate wants Dan to make a new year’s resolution, so what are your new years resolutions?
● We will have the 100 moments list after the 100th episode of Gossip Girl.
● TGAD in GetGlue
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● This episode: 5.11 – The End of the Affair

Poll:
How did the first half of Gossip Girl season 5 work for you?

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments
• First Impression Poll:
● Can Serena become the next Gossip Girl?

Is That You Charlie?
• Why didn’t Lily and Rufus maybe put the whole Charlie story line together? Didn’t they already have all the information to make it work?
• What did you think of the real Charlie?

Gossip Girl Has A One Up On Nate
• Who ordered the broken brake line on Nate’s car?
• What is the point of having the broken brake line?
• Where could this story line actually go?

So They Lost the baby?
• Did they even care about losing the baby? Was it wise not to have any mention of losing the baby?
• How did you feel about seeing what happened after the accident in flash backs?

New Years Eve Love…and Affairs
• What do you think Louis’ problem is? Why would he assume that Blair was having an affair and not just mourning?
• Why would Chuck fall so easily into thinking Blair and Dan were having an affair? Isn’t Chuck’s greatness wrapped in the fact that he reads between the lines?
• What do you think about Serena’s feelings for Dan? Will it happen? Or will the love remain unrequited by Dan? Do you think Dan even sees that Serena has feelings for him?
• Is Serena’s covering up Blair’s secret just a way to get closer to Dan?

Blair Finds Her Religion
• Is this the right time for Blair all of the sudden to believe in religion? Is this something we should have expected from Blair?
• What do you think about the end of the affair? What do you think about Blair’s vow to God and how that will affect the rest of her life?
• Why does Blair feel so comfortable confiding in Dan with the information, but not Serena? Could there be a deeper relationship bond between Dan and Blair?
• Why couldn’t Blair just tell Chuck the truth about what happened with a deal with God? Shouldn’t Chuck really know what’s going on?
• Is this any different than what Chuck did to Blair by letting her go to be happy? Blair is letting Chuck go because of deal with God to save his life.

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:
- Next week we’ll be back to talk about episode 5.12 – Father and the Bride.
- Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
- Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

The Gossip Girl mid-season finale, 5.10 – Riding In Town Cars With Boys, is the topic of TGAD (@TalkingGossip) this week! Highlights include: Serena “crushin’ on Dan” again, Chivy’s color palette, Ed Westwick’s weird acting…and of course what will happen with Chair. This is the last episode of TGAD this year but we’ll be back in 2012 to talk about more Gossip Girl. Happy Holidays to all of our listeners and Gossip Girl fans.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #126: I Love Every Part Of You
December 6, 2011

Opening:

• Brittany is looking for staff her site.
• Show returns Jan 16, 2012. No more TGAD for the rest of the year.
• 100 Moments for 100 episodes.
• TGAD in GetGlue
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.10 – Riding In Town Cars With Boys

Poll:
Do you think Blair is treating Chuck fairly?

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• Ratings:
• Did you like the episode?
• Inside a hit again?  Will this continue?
• Serena, Dan and Nate are going to take down Gossip Girl? Doesn’t that mean the end of the show should come now?  And still, do you get all the hatred toward actual Gossip Girl?

Two Try To Rewrite Their Endings

• Have Dan and Serena actually changed?
• Why can’t Dan tell that Serena has feelings for him?
• Do you think the Dan should have told Blair how he felt?  Was Serena trying to help Blair or just trying to save her relationship with Dan?
• Is there a future for Serena and Dan?  What should happen next?

Leader of the van der Bilt Family

• Is Nate ready to be the leader of the family?  And what makes Grandpapa think he’s the right one to lead the family?
• Can we believe anything that Grandpapa says? Is it right for him to leave Tripp hanging? Is Nate about to get wrapped up in something he’s not ready for?

Rufus, I’m The Fraud

• What did you think of Charlie having a coming out party?
• What did you think about Max trying to sell the story?  Is he just after the money or does he really want to expose Ivy?
• What was the point in going to Tripp?  How would he have outed Ivy?  And why would he have wanted to? Did Max mess with the breaks on the car?
• Is Max going to end up in jail? What did you think of Charlie’s confession to Rufus about her being the fraud?  Will Chivy actually leave?

Blair Has To Make A Choice

• What did you think of Blair trying to get Chuck to make the decision for you?  How do you feel about the way he handled it?
• What if Chuck really would have stuck with his original words of her needing to marry the father of her child?  Would we hate Chuck right now?
• What about Louis in the situation?  Doesn’t he deserve more than a phone call to end things?
• Are we glad now they have really finally confessed their love for each other?

The Accident

• What did you think of the actual accident? Was the accident really Chivy’s fault?
• How will the accident change everything between Chuck and Blair?
• Obviously this is how Blair has lost her baby, but what is up with Chuck?  How is Diana involved?  And does this mean the return of Jack Bass?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• Remember no more episodes of TGAD this year and Gossip Girl will return on January 16, 2012.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD (@TalkingGossip) Angela, Missy and Brittany discuss Gossip Girl episode 5.09 – Rhodes to Perdition. Highlights include: Angela and Brittany’s review of Monte Carlo, Brittany being fed up with Blair’s behavior and how it affects Chuck and just general dislike for the Dan and Nate story lines…but there’s always an upside in fashion and Serena’s Chaka Khan look! Listen to TGAD to hear all the funny things we have to say…and some serious Gossip Girl conversation.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #125: No On Can Touch Me Anymore
November 29, 2011

Opening:

• Brittany is looking for staff her site.
• Blair loses her baby?
• Next week the last episode of Gossip Girl in 2011.  Show returns Jan 16, 2012.
• 100 Moments for 100 episodes.
• TGAD in GetGlue
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.09 – Rhodes To Perdition

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• Ratings: 1.34 million
• Did you like the episode?
• Dan as a waste of space in the episode.

Nate Is Running The Spectator

• What did you think of the change of Nate this episode?
• Shouldn’t Nate be at school and not running a paper?  Does he really even know what to do?
• What do you think of the story about Tripp and Maureen?  Is Grandpapa behind this story?
• Will Nate be able to stay moral and ethical while running this paper?  Will there be more to the Tripp/Maureen story?

Serena Repeats Old Patterns: A Look At Serena’s Relationship With Max

• Caution is not Serena’s strong suit, so why does she keep making the same mistakes?  Is Max really different from her past men?
• Should Serena have stopped to ask more questions about Max or does this qualify as just dating someone?
• So does Max like Serena or is he just a big social climber?

Chivy Can Twist A Lie Like No Other

• Did you think Serena was going to put the pieces together to out Chivy?  Does Serena have a right to be upset about the situation? Why couldn’t Chivy just admit to Serena that she knew and dated Max after being fired?
• Would they have believe the lies if Carol wasn’t there?  Would Max have had enough proof to take Ivy down?
• What did you think of the CeCe story line?  Is CeCe going to die from breast cancer?
• “No one can touch me anymore, I’m a Rhodes.” What does that mean?  Should Max give up his fight to take Ivy down?  What does he have to gain?  And how will Ivy be able to give him back his life?  Or is he just mad because she has something he wants but will never get?

Blair Discovers Her Own Darkness

• What did you think of the Blair storyline this episode?
• Do Chuck and Blair have a future?  Why is Blair upset that Chuck is moving on?  Shouldn’t he be allowed to move forward?
• Now that the truth is out there, how will things change?
• What makes Blair Waldorf so special that people are just that afraid to lose her?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• We’ll be back next week to talk about Gossip Girl 5.10 – Riding In Town Cars With Boys.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD the ladies talk about Gossip Girl episode 5.08 – All The Pretty Sources. Highlights include: Psycho Max, controlling Louis and a bromance name for Chuck and Dan. Enjoy the episode and Happy Thanksgiving to all you Americans out there.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #124: I Can’t Do This Anymore
November 22, 2011

Opening:
● Gossip Girl getting a season six?
● Last episode of Gossip Girl this year is December 5th. Show returns January 16th.
● 100 Moments for 100 episodes.
● TGAD in GetGlue
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● This episode: 5.08 – All The Pretty Sources

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments
● First Impression Poll: Loved it! (62%) Liked it! (15%) Ok’d It! (15%) Hated it! (8%)
● Ratings:
● Did you like the episode?

Charlie/Ivy Tells The Truth…Sort Of
● Is it about time for Charlie to be outed? What did you think of the story Chivy told Lily about being Ivy?
● What do you think Max’s end game is? Is he really evil or is it the world of the UES? Is Max’s downfall going to be greed?
● Can Charlie really come up with $500,000? And how will Serena and Max play into the whole story?

Diana Gets To Know The Real Nate Archibald
● What is Grandpapa trying to remake Nate for? Are their more political aspirations on the horizon? And is working at The Spectator really the place for Nate to reform his image?
● Is Nate being naïve about the situation and not putting the clues together? Is this the end of Nate and Diana?

Doesn’t anyone know what uninvited means?
● Dan and Chuck hang out together. Why weren’t they invited the shower? Should they have been invited to the shower?

Serena’s Out To Get Hawaiian Shaved Ice
● Bridal Shower décor and messing with Blair Waldorf?
● Can Blair really use Louis as excuse on why she would think Serena didn’t have her best interest at heart? Should Blair have really jumped to that conclusion over the planning of a bridal shower? Does Blair not expect the element of surprise?
● Shouldn’t she know that her friends would try to keep some harmless secrets from her? Was it right for her to go to Louis to admit he was right just based on that information?

I Can’t Do This Anymore
● Louis thinks Blair hasn’t sacrificed enough for their relationship, is that true? Has Louis sacrificed his relationships for Blair?
● What did you think of Louis saying that her friends don’t have Blair’s best interest at heart? What about him thinking their problems begin and end with her friends?
● Is the world of the UES really that toxic where people can’t control themselves?
● Is Louis self destructing? If he is, why? And will this be the last straw in their relationship?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:
● We’ll be back next week to talk about Gossip Girl 5.09 – Rhodes to Perdition.
● Happy Thanksgiving to all those Americans out there.
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD (@TalkingGossip) the ladies try to make something good out of a bad situation at we discuss Gossip Girl 5.07 – The Big Sleep No More. Be warned this was not our favorite episode but we are devoted to talking about Gossip Girl and everything it has to offer. So yes, there were some rough spots in this episode of the podcast.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #123: Chucking With My Head
November 15, 2011

Opening:

• Why did Louis not stop and say anything about the fact Blair cheated on him?
• Last episode of Gossip Girl this year is December 5^th. Show returns January 16^th.
• 100 Moments for 100 episodes.
• TGAD in GetGlue
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.07 – The Big Sleep No More

Last Week’s Poll:
What do you think is Louis’ greatest issue?

Recap:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• Ratings:
• Did you like the episode?
• Sleep No More.

Dan Not Really That Successful

Serena and The Blog:

• What’s the deal with the blogging? Why has Gossip Girl all of the sudden become important again?
• How does Serena really feel about Gossip Girl?

Cougar Or The Cub?

• Does Charlie/Ivy like Nate? Why does Nate like Charlie so much?
• Is Nate really being smart in this situation?
• What do you think about Max coming back? A relationship in store for Max and Serena?
• What will Charlie do now that she’s fired? Should she blame Nate? Did Charlie play her cards right in the situation?
• And what does Grandpapa have to do with everything? Is Nate getting a story line?

Chucking With My Head

• What did you think of this story line? Blair trying to prove Chuck is still bad and Chuck trying to give Blair a reason to go.
• Why is Blair not stopping to think about why she is questioning her own relationship with Louis?  And what Blair did this episode, is it really different than what Louis did last week?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• We’ll be back in to talk about Gossip Girl episode 5.08 – All The Pretty Sources.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD (@TalkingGossip) the ladies discuss Gossip Girl episode 5.06 – I Am Number Nine.  Highlights include: Missy doesn’t think Blair looks pregnant, Louis treating Blair like property and Chuck Bass is becoming a man! And don’t forget to help us come up with the 100 top Gossip Girl moments for 100 episodes.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #122: Didn’t You Know? This Was All A Game.
November 8, 2011

Opening:

• Last episode of Gossip Girl this year will be December 5, 2011.  The show will return January 16, 2012 and the 100^th episode will be January 30^th.
• 100 Moments for 100 episodes.
• Check in to TGAD in GetGlue
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.06 – I Am Number Nine

Last Week’s Poll:
Are you glad Georgina is coming back?

Fashion:

Recap:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:  Loved it! (46%) Liked it! (29%) Ok’d It! (17%) Hated it! (8%)
• Did you like the episode?

Blair’s Bridesmaid Boot Camp

• What did you think of Blair’s return to schemedom?  Why does Blair need Louis’ permission to scheme?  And does this really count as a scheme?

Serena Needs To Kill The Movie

• Was Dan at fault for the agreement that happened between Serena and Dan?
• Was Dan being fair about the writing process?
• Was Serena being naïve about her job and the promises she could make? Are her feelings for Dan getting in the way of her doing her job?
• Are you upset that Dan didn’t achieve more success with his book? Do you think more success will come?

Diana Payne Gets What She Wants

• Diana was after a lot of things in this episode, what do you think about Diana’s relationship with Nate?  Does she really want to go public with Nate?  Or does she need him for something else? Is Nate a piece of property for her?

Houston: Blair and Louis Still Have A Problem Named Chuck Bass

• What did you think of the Louis/Dr. Barnes story line? Why is Louis so threatened by Chuck?
• Is the problem he doesn’t believe/trust Blair? Or does the problem actually lie with him?

Do Chuck and Blair Have A Future?

• What do you think about the growth in Chuck? Is he becoming a new man? Could this be the thing that pushes Blair back to Chuck?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

-    We’ll be back in two weeks to talk about Gossip Girl episode 5.07 – The Big Sleep No More.
-    Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
-    Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD (@TalkingGossip) Angela and Brittany discuss the trust issues between Blair and Louis and Serena’s relationship with Blair and Serena as shown to us in Gossip Girl 5.05 – The Fasting and The Furious.  Don’t forget to check in to Talking Gossip After Dark on Get Glue!

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #121 – Six Minutes To Deal With Mine
October 25, 2011

Opening:

• No Missy this week, so there’s no recap.
• No episode of Gossip Girl next week, so no TGAD either.
• TGAD in GetGlue
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.05 – The Fasting and The Furious

Fashion:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments

• First Impression Poll:
• Did you like the episode?

Charlie and Nate Try To Get Ahead

• How do you feel about the NY Spectator story? What is Charlie doing? Is this really the part of the world she wants to be in?

Chuck Needs Help

• Isn’t Chuck supposed to be changing?  Did you feel like this episode took Chuck back a couple of steps?

Serena Swallows Her Pride

• Is Serena too involved in herself?  Is she being a good friend to Blair? Are her reasons justified for the way she is acting?
• Does Serena have feelings for Dan again?  Do you think the feelings could be real? Do you think Dan will return those feelings?

Blair Joins The Monarchy:

• Is Blair being unrealistic about having the baby of a royal? Living in New York City?
• Is Louis really not a good guy or is he protecting what he wants?

Questions For The Future:

• Why did we not know there was a Bart Bass file?  And why was Diana burning the picture?
• Was it a coincidence that Louis and Chuck know the same therapist?  If not, how did that happen?
• How deep will Charlie get into the Diana storyline?  And when will Charlie be exposed?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:

• We’ll be back in two weeks to talk about Gossip Girl episode 5.06 – I Am Number Nine.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

On this week’s TGAD (@TalkingGossip), the ladies discuss Dan and the lack of support for his book, Serena being all about Serena and Chuck making some serious growth. Check out this week’s episode of Talking Gossip After Dark as we discuss Gossip Girl episode 5.04 – Memoirs of an Invisible Dan. And don’t forget to subscribe to the main feed if haven’t already.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #120: It’s A Novel Idea
October 18, 2011

Opening:
● Change in the feed, please take note.
● CW Signs A Streaming Deal With Netflix
● Shout out to Emma
● No new episode of Gossip Girl October 31, 2011.
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● This episode: 5.04 – Memoirs of an Invisible Dan

Poll:
Do you think Chuck is ready to be a father?

Fashion:

Recap:

Episode Commentary:

General Comments
● First Impression Poll:
● Did you like the episode?

Charlie Gets A Job At The Spectator
● What do you think will happen now that Diana knows Charlie’s secret?

Dan Is Taking Credit For His Book
● Is everyone being too hard on Dan for the words in his book? Is Dan being too naïve about the situation concerning his family and friends? Should they be around to support him?

Reputations and Trust
● Are Blair and Louis headed down a more serious path? Is Louis blowing the secrets thing out of proportion? Can he handle being with Blair Waldorf? And are Blair’s secrets really that bad?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:
● Next week we’ll be back to talk about Gossip Girl episode 5.05 – The Fasting and The Furious.
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

Baby daddy drama, what did Dan write to become a social pariah, and is Chuck ready to be a daddy? Listen to what the ladies of TGAD had to say about the latest episode of Gossip Girl, 5.03 – The Jewel of Denial.

And a special note: If you were subscribed to the MP3 feed in iTunes, you must now re-subscribe to the main feed. The mp3 feed IS NO LONGER available. The regular feed is in mp3 format so nothing should change for you. We were just cleaning house and made things a little easier. Once again, you must re-subscribe to the main feed to continue to receive regular downloads of the podcast.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #119: This Fairytale Is Complicated
October 11, 2011

Opening:

• Tripp van der Bilt is coming back to Gossip Girl
• Will Gossip Girl be done now that Dawn Ostroff is gone?
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: 5.03 – The Jewel of Denial

Fashion:

Recap:

General Comments:

• First Impression Poll:
• Did you like the episode?
• Lily is off house arrest and she’s lonely without Eric.

Nate Wants To Celebrate BUT Be Taken Seriously:

• Do you think Nate really thought he was being hired for something else besides his looks?  Do you think Nate is really trying to prove himself as someone worthy and respectable?  Will his need to prove himself push him into places he might not want to go?

Charlie/Ivy Sparkles On The UES:

• Why is it so important to Serena to have Charlie/Ivy stay around? Is Serena being real about the situation? Was Charlie unfairly pulled into a situation she couldn’t escape by Serena?  Or does Charlie really want to be apart of the world?

Dan Gets Outed:

• Did Dan do the right thing about coming forward about his writing of the book? What did you think of Noah tricking him into admitting he wrote the book?

You’ve Got A Friend In Dan:

• Now that the story has expanded, what do you think of Dan and Chuck being friends? Why does Dan want to help Chuck so much? Is it because of Chuck’s connection to Blair?

Who’s The Daddy?

• Is Blair ready to be a mother? How do you feel about her being pregnant? Did you think Louis was ready to be a father?Is Blair lying about Louis being the father?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:
-    Next week we’ll be back to talk about Gossip Girl episode 5.04 – Memoirs of An Invisible Dan.
-    Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail:(904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter:www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
-    Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD (@TalkingGossip) we discuss Gossip Girl epsidoe 5.02 – Beauty and The Feast. Highlights include: Chuck’s crazy Fight Club story, Brittany not being about to handle what’s happening, and who’s the daddy! And yes, there is a baby crying in the background, I couldn’t edit that one part out. Remember TGAD has kids.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #118: What If I Lose Everything?
October 4, 2011

Opening:
● Gossip Girl Psycho Killer out yesterday.
● Gossip Girl finally came back this week.
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● This episode: 5.02 – Beauty and The Feast

Fashion:

Recap:

General Comments:
● First Impression Poll:
● Did you like the episode?
● Ratings:

Serena Must Really Need A Friend
● Why does Serena want Charlie to live with her so bad?

Nate Wants To Start His Life A New
● Is Nate doing anything different from before? What do you think about Diana Payne? Will she be able to build the media empire she wants?

Chuck Starts A Fight Club
● What do you think of Chuck’s story line in a fight club? Does Nate seem concerned about his best friend?

Meet Princess Beatrice
● What are your first impressions of Princess Beatrice? What do you think about her trying to take down Louis? Is she jumping the gun on the Blair situation? How do you think she is going to manipulate Blair’s secret to benefit her?

Blair Is Having A Baby
● What do you think of Blair having a baby? Who’s the daddy? Has your opinion changed on Louis? What do you think about the relationship Blair and Louis share? Could this really be love?

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:
● Next week we’ll be back to talk about Gossip Girl episode 5.03 – Jewel of Denial
● Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
● Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD (@talkinggossip) we talk about Gossip Girl season 5 premiere episode 5.01 – Yes, Then Zero with Crissy Calhoun (@crissycalhoun)! Hot topics of this podcast include Gossip Girl ratings and what that means for the future of the show,  the bland personality of Prince Louis and the pregnancy.  Listen to the podcast to find out what we had to say.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #117: From It-Girl To Working Girl in 3000 Miles
September 27, 2011

Opening:
● Crissy Calhoun is this week’s guest.
● Gossip Girl Psycho Killer
● Gossip Girl finally came back this week.
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● This episode: 5.01 – Yes, Then Zero.

Fashion:

Recap:

General Comments:
● First Impression Poll:
● Ratings:
● Eric and Jenny are in London living in post-Gossip Girl bliss.
● Charlie/Ivy is back. Did she not think she would cross paths with someone in the Rhodes family in LA?

Chuck Becomes Wise While Chasing A Thrill

Serena Goes From It-Girl To Working Girl

Nate Is So Over What He’s Been Doing

Dan Is The Hot New Writer

Blair Getting Married?

Dan and Blair Have A Problem

Pregnant In The UES:

Favorite Quotes:

Rate The Episode/General Thoughts:

Closing:
- Next week we’ll be back to talk about Gossip Girl episode 5.02 – Beauty and The Feast.
- Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
- Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com and pennbadgleyweb.com.

On this week’s TGAD (@TalkingGossip), Angela and Missy discuss Eric, Jenny and Vanessa’s greatest moments on the show. Also, we talk about the Gossip Girl inspired line and some good tv recommendations. Don’t forget Gossip Girl returns next Monday, Sept 16, 2011 at 8/7c.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #116: Rejected But Not Forgotten
September 20, 2011

Opening:

• Gossip Girl finally returns next week.
• TGAD tagline winner: “Gossip Girl 5 years old and still more scandalous than you.”
• J. Edgar trailer out, but sadly no Ed.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: Eric, Jenny and Vanessa are in Gossip Girl’s past, but we can still talk about their greatest moments.

The Last Week’s Poll:
What guest character would you like to bring back?

Podcast discussion: Rejects Greatest Moments

Eric’s Greatest Moment:

Vanessa’s Greatest Moment:

Jenny’s  Greatest Moment:

Closing:

• Next week we’ll be back to talk about Gossip Girl episode 5.01 – Yes Then Zero minus Missy but up a Crissy Calhoun.
• Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: 904-438-8423, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week on TGAD (@TalkingGossip) we discuss ways to save Nate’s character since he’s been a little MIA lately. And of course there is some mindless chatter about Blake Lively dating Leonardo DiCaprio and Katie Cassidy to start things off. Also, please excuse the crying baby, sometimes we can’t escape it and it just happens. The TGAD family has kids so sometimes it just happens.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #115: Save The Nate
September 13, 2011

Opening:

• Happy Birthday to Missy
• TGAD birthday contest winner.
• Gossip Girl returns on September 26, 2011 at 8/7c.
• Gossip Girl’s 100th episode.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: Things that could be done to make Nate’s story line better.

The Last Week’s Poll:
Does Blake Lively deserve $60,000 per episode of Gossip Girl?

Ways To Save Nate’s Character:

Closing:

• Next week we’ll back to talk about Eric, Jenny and Vanessa’s greatest moments on Gossip Girl.
• Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: 904-438-8423, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

On this week’s episode of TGAD (@TalkingGossip) Angela, Missy and Brittany discuss all the new stuff coming out for season five like promo pictures, promos and the TVLine.com interview with Josh Safran.  Plus, there’s still time to enter to win the bracelets.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #114: Lighter, Poppier, and A Lot More Fun
September 6, 2011

Opening:

• 20 days until Gossip Girl return.
• Gossip Girl gets GetGlue stickers.
• TGAD Birthday giveaway!
• Do Gossip Girl fans take the fandom too far? Gossip Girl writers talk back.

• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: TGAD discusses the lighter, poppier and a lot more fun season of Gossip Girl.

Podcast Discussion:
New Promo Pictures

Gossip Girl Season 5 Promo

Updated Season 5 Synopsis:

Josh Safran Interview:

Closing:

• Next week we’re going to talk about things Gosip Girl writers could do with Nate’s character.
• Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

On this week’s episode of TGAD (@TalkingGossip) Angela and Brittany discuss Blake Lively’s paycheck, Taylor Momsen quitting acting and season five spoilers. Plus we’re giving out some prizes for TGAD listeners.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #113: Be Warned of Spoilers
August 23, 2011

Opening:

• Gossip Girl returns September 26, 2011 new time slot.
• Gossip Girl season 4 out on DVD today..
• On Location Tour Tickets!
• TGAD Birthday giveaway!
• Taylor Momsen has quit acting.
• Blake Lively makes how much money per episode? And how do you think everyone else’s salary compares?
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode: Spoilers from Gossip Girl Season 5

Poll Discussion:

If main cast members of Gossip Girl decide to leave, will you still watch the show?

Podcast Discussion – Season 5 Spoilers:
- The ladies of TGAD talk about the spoilers of Gossip Girl season 5.

Closing:

● Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: (904) 438-8423, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
● Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

It’s a been a long break, but it was much needed so we could come back with fresh minds. This week we take on the topic of what we want to see in Gossip Girl season 5!

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #112: Could This Possibly Happen
August 9, 2011

Opening:
● Gossip Girl returns September 26, 2011 new time slot.
● Gossip Girl gets two extra episodes for season 5 (now 24 episodes) and other news from the TCAs.
● Teen Choice Awards: Drama, Actress Drama – Blake Lively, Actor Drama – Chace Crawford
● Connor Paolo says Eric is going to college and NEVER coming back.
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● What we want to see happen in season 5 of Gossip Girl.

Could This Possibly Happen?
- The ladies of TGAD talk about the things they want to happen in Gossip Girl Season 5…and some of the things they don’t want to see.

What The Fans Want To See:

Closing:

● Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
● Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

This week’s episode of TGAD we talk about our favorite moments from Gossip Girl season 4. This is the last episode of TGAD for a while.  Our main focus of TGAD will be the Gossip Girl Rally.  If you haven’t joined the rally yet, please go to www.gossipgirlrally.com.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #111: My Favorite Part Was When…
May 24, 2011

Opening:

• No more Gossip Girl until next season.
• Support Gossip Girl and join the Gossip Girl Rally.  We’re renewing our Gossip Girl love.
• Upfronts: Gossip Girl makes a time slot move and is followed by Hart of Dixie.
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• Our favorite moments of Season 4

My Favorite Part Was When…

Some of our favorite moments from Gossip Girl season 4!

Closing:

• TGAD is taking a break, most of our focus will be on the Gossip Girl Rally.
• Don’t forget about the Gossip Girl Rally.
• Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
• Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

It’s been an amazing season of Gossip Girl and for the podcast. TGAD has finally come together and this is the first time that everyone involved in TGAD will remained involved in the podcast. Thanks for listening to us all this time. We hope you enjoy what we had to say about the season 4 finale. And a big thanks to our special guest Crissy Calhoun because she put up with the craziness of TGAD.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #110: I Haven’t Been This Bored Since I Believed In Jesus
May 17, 2011

Opening:
● Special guest: Crissy Calhoun
● Gossip Girl Rally
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● 4.22 – The Wrong Goodbye

The Last Week’s Poll:
Who will you miss most?

Music:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary

First Impression Poll:
Did you like 4.22 – The Wrong Goodbye?
● Did you like the episode? Was this a great season finale?
● Do you think Eric got hot?

Talking Charlie Down
● Did you think it was strange that Serena was spending more time looking for Charlie than Blair?
● Was there not an urgency to save Charlie?
● How did you feel about Georgina in regards to the Charlie story line?
● (I’m having a hard time filling in this section, so we might really have to go off the cuff here.)

Serena Chooses Herself
● Serena apologizes to Nate and Dan, is this too little too late? Was the apology necessary?
● Is this a sign that Serena is growing as a person?
● Doesn’t Serena always choose herself?
● Gossip Girl Change: From Serena To Blair. Is this because Serena’s storylines were leading to no where?

Russell Thorpe Is Filled With Hot Air
● Was Blair really in danger? How do you think Blair handled the situation?
● Did the Thorpe’s add or detract from the story line? Are you glad to see them go?

Great Loves Are The Crazy Loves
● How did you like the bah mitzvah scene.
● Is it best for Blair to be with Louis? Should Blair go with a simpler relationship or should she go with chemistry?
● Did you think Blair and Chuck would have gotten together? Would you have been ok with them being a couple?
● Is Chuck truly changing? And what took him so long to get to this point? Will this change stick?
● Is Louis right for Blair? Did Blair look unhappy? Is she making the right choice?
● Can Chuck and Blair really be friends?

Three Weeks Later
● Nate and Chuck are going on vacation.
● Charlie is really Ivy. What does this mean for her character in season 5? And will Georgina be a factor in season 5?
● Vanessa gets Inside published anonymously. What will Dan have to say about this? And who does the book put in a good light? And will Vanessa keep the money from the book? Do you think Dan will step up as the author?
● Serena is spending her summer in California, choosing herself and getting a job.
● Blair is in Monaco for the summer with her future husband. But do you think Blair is really pregnant?

Rate The Episode:

Favorite Quotes:

Closing:
● We’ll be back next week to talk about our favorite moments on Gossip Girl season 4, but then TGAD is going on a little break.
● Don’t forget about the Gossip Girl Rally.
● Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
● Don’t forget to visit our affiliates at ed-westwickworld.net, youknowyouloveme.org, leightonmeester.us, blakelivelyweb.com. and pennbadgleyweb.com.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #109: From Well To Hell
May 10, 2011

Opening:
● Jessica Szhor and Taylor Momsen out, Kayle DeFer is in!
● Gossip Girl ratings are going down.
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● This episode 4.21 – Shattered Bass.

The Last Week’s Poll:
How do you feel about Chuck going down his dark path again?

Music:

Fashion:

Episode Commentary

First Impression Poll:
● Poll results () Yes. I can’t wait until the season finale. () It was ok. My complaints aren’t major.. (%) Nope. I didn’t like it..
● Did you like the episode? Better than last week’s?
● What did you think of opening GG sequence?

Yes, We’re Talking About A Princess Bride
● Would Blair’s parents really be that happy that she’s ENGAGED…to a prince?
● Does Louis really know Blair? Is she being honest with herself?

Will You Call Me Serena?
● How do you like crazy cousin Charlie?
● Should Serena have listened to Vanessa from the beginning?
● When did Dan and Charlie become a couple? Why is it ok for Charlie to date Dan, but not Blair?

Welcome Back Jack Bass
● We called it: Russell Thorpe is responsible for his wife’s death.
● Did you think the story line was going to play out like this? Was this story line predictable?
● And how did they know Jack would play into the whole plan? Would the plan have worked without Jack Bass?
● Are you glad that Jack was involved in something good?
● Is Nate responsible for putting Blair in danger? What would Russell really want with Blair? Isn’t Russell’s beef with Bart Bass?

Rate The Episode:

Favorite Quotes:

Closing:
● We’ll be back next week to talk about the season 4 finale 4.22 – The Wrong Goodbye.
● Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
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This week on TGAD we discuss Gossip Girl episode 4.20 – The Princesses And The Frog. WARNING: We were a little harsh on the episode. Angela did see a glimmer of hope, but Missy and Brittany couldn’t see the light of day. I wanted to put this out there as a warning for TGAD fans. Always remember, we might be a little hard on the show, but it’s only because we love Gossip Girl and we do look at it with a more critical eye!

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #108: Using A Rock To Get Out Of A Hard Place
May 3, 2011

Opening:
‒ Gossip Girl ratings are going down. Are they treating Chair unfairly?
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‒ This episode 4.20 – The Princesses and The Frog

The Last Week’s Poll:
Who is the more horrible friend?

Music:

Fashion:

Episode Recap:

Episode Commentary

First Impression Poll:
‒ Poll results (71%) Yes. It just keeps getting better. (19%) It was ok. I can’t complain. (19%) Nope. I didn’t like it..
‒ Did you like the episode? Better than last week’s? Any clue where the season will be headed?
‒ Rufus gets a job but will Lily be ok with that?

Chuck’s Got A Secret
‒ Has anything changed in this story line? Do you care about it yet?
‒ Is Raina right for making Nate choose between her and Chuck? And did Nate make the right choice?

Meet The New Jenny Humphrey
‒ Is it possible that Charlie is being written in to replace Jenny Humphrey?
‒ Is Dan being naïve in this situation? AND does someone need to give Dan a reality check about the type of women he likes to date?

C’est La B?
‒ Blair allowed herself to feel something for Louise that she only felt for you know who, but how is the possible?
‒ Do you feel like Blair is hiding within herself? And is Blair only happy because she’s pretending to be someone else?

The Proposal

Chuck Will Never Hurt Blair But There Was Blood
‒ This was kind of a big spoiler going around, what did you think of this part of the episode?
‒ Among anything, should Blair and Chuck be friends? Shouldn’t this be a clue to Blair that Chuck really is in trouble and needs help?

Rate The Episode:

Favorite Quotes:

Closing:
- We’ll be back next week to talk about 4.21 – Shattered Bass..
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This week we talk about Gossip Girl 4.19 – Petty In Pink! There was some editing to be done on this podcast, but I’m pretty sure I missed a couple of points. I am very sorry about this, but please hang in there with us. Thanks for listening to us another week. We appreciate all of your TGAD support.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #107: We Are Not Friends…Anymore
April 26, 2011

Opening:
‒ Comment on the site. What’s wrong with Chuck and Blair being “end game”?
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‒ This episode 4.19 – Petty In Pink

The Last Poll:
Do you think Chuck has changed?

Music:

Fashion:
What Are Those Gossip Girls Wearing?

Episode Recap:

Episode Commentary

First Impression Poll:
‒ Poll results (71%) Yes. It just keeps getting better. (19%) It was ok. I can’t complain. (19%) Nope. I didn’t like it..
‒ Did you like the episode? Better than last week’s? Does this give you a better view of where the season is headed?
‒ Do you care about Raina…Chuck and Nate yet? Is Avery Thorpe really dead? And what exactly does this have to do with Chuck? And…does this really make sense?

Your Monitor Is Showing

Good Luck Charlie Again

The Only Appeal Dan Has To You Is That He Was Mine

We’re Just Friends. Date Away.

We Are Not Friends

Serena’ Wants A French Boyfriend Too?

Rate The Episode:

Favorite Quotes:

Closing:
- We’ll be back next week to talk about 4.20 – The Princesses and The Frog.
- Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
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This week on TGAD we talk about Gossip Girl episode 4.18 – The Kids Stay In The Picture. We are so excited to be back to talk about all things Gossip Girl. Chair, Dair and Vanessa spreading her ISH around.

Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #106: Ass-Backwards In Love With Blair Waldorf
April 19, 2011

Opening:
● Gossip Girl during the break.
● The Midnight Promo.
● Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
● This episode 4.18 – The Kids Stay In The Picture

The Last Poll:
Are you enjoying season four of Gossip Girl?

Fashion:

Episode Recap:

Episode Commentary

First Impression Poll:
● Gossip Girl ratings are down this week. We’re hitting series lows.
● Did you like the episode? Was it worth the wait?
● Nate and Raina, do you care about this story line? Does Nate really have a place in the show?

Modern Royalty Photo Shoot
● Lily and the forgery scandal. What should come of this?
● Was this too much focus of the episode?

Good Luck Charlie
● First Impressions about Charlie?
● Do you think she’ll fit in on the UES? Do you think she’s too influenced by Serena?

Dan and Blair and Chuck
● Did you like the twist this story has taken? What do you think about Blair’s life changing experience? Should Blair have called Dan to tell her what was on her mind? Does Blair really have feelings for Dan that she’s too afraid to admit?
Poll: Who is best for Blair right now?

Vanessa Likes To Spread Her ISH Around

Rate The Episode:

Favorite Quotes:

Closing:
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Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #105 – The Kind of Opposites That Do Not Attract
March 1, 2011

Opening:

• No Gossip Girl for 6 weeks.  Show returns April 18, 2011
• Georgina to return?
• TGAD has tumblr. tgad.tumblr.com
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode 4.17 – The Empire of The Son

Last week’s poll:
Do you think Chuck and Blair should get back together this season?

Music:

• For a listing of all the music in the episode please visit our site at www.talking-gossip.com and click the music tab.
• Family Friend/Somebody Else’s Child by The Vaccines
  -  Played at the beginning of the episode when Lily is turning herself in and when Rufus sees William for the first time at the end of the episode.
• Where You’re Coming From by Matt & Kim
  - Played in the open montage of the show when Gossip Girl breaks everything down for us.
• Blister in The Sun by Nouvelle Vague
  - Played when everyone was arriving to the party and Chuck toast to his guests.
• Don’t Let Me Fall by B.O.B
  - Played when Blair and Dan are talking about not being friends anymore.
• The Duke Spirit
  - Played when Dan and Blair kiss.

Fashion:

Episode Recap:

Episode Commentary

First Impression Poll:

• Poll results
• Gossip Girl ratings are down this week.  We’re hitting series lows.
• Did you like the episode? Is the season on an upswing?
• Does Chuck really care that Raina and Nate are an “us”?

Chuck Wants To Protect His Legacy

• Was Chuck celebrating too early?
• Were the being too closed minded to see that Russell would still try to take the family down?
• How do you feel about more Chuck story lines coming back from Bart’s grave? Did Chuck properly deal with his father’s death?  Has he really moved on from Bart’s death?

Raina and Russell Get Story Lines Like Regulars

• Do you care about a Russell and Raina father/daughter story line?

Van Der Woodsens Look For Someone To Blame:

• Were you surprised that Ben’s mom was involved in the Lily take down? Where they thinking clearly about everything that was going on? Why not suspect that Damien would tell?

Serena Wants To Make Nice

• Once again, is Serena being naïve about the situation? Couldn’t she understand why Ben couldn’t tell his family what was going on?

One Kiss. That’s That.

• If something does happen between Blair and Dan, do you think Blair will tell Serena? Or will Serena find out by accident?
• Could a Blair and Dan actually work? Could a relationship between them lead to a stronger friendship?

Poll of the week:
Have you changed your mind about a Dair relationship?
Yes. Seeing them together makes me happy.
I’m in the middle. There are pros and cons.
No way. They should just be friends.

• Does Chuck take Blair for granted?  Do you think Chuck will see Blair and Dan kissing?
• Was this a good way to end the episode?

Rate The Episode:

Favorite Quotes:

Closing:

• Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
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Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #104 – She Has No Time To Care
February 22, 2011

Opening:

* No podcast last week. Blame skype.
* What did you think of last week’s episode?
* Ratings up slightly from last week.
* TGAD has tumblr. tgad.tumblr.com
* Next week’s episode is the last one for a while!
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* This episode 4.16 – While You Weren’t Sleeping

Last week’s poll:
Do you think Chuck is a smart business man?
Yes, but sometimes he loses his way. (46%)
No way. He’s trying way to hard and making mistakes. (35%)
Yes. It’s in his genes. (19%)

Music:

* For a listing of all the music in the episode please visit our site at www.talking-gossip.com and click the music tab.
* Sunshine by Rye Rye feat. MIA
* Wires by Matt & Kim
* Tik Tok by Ke$ha
* The Thanks I Get by Erik Hassle

Fashion:

Episode Recap:

Episode Commentary

First Impression Poll:

* Is the season on an upswing?
* Did Eric’s birthday party look decorated for girl?
* Vanessa is back and expected nothing to change. Did Dan handle the situation right?

Forgiveness Is A Given:

* Were you surprised that Lily and Chuck were back in good terms?
* Would Russell really have fallen for those tricks? What did you think of the plan to save Bass Industries?
* Should Chuck really have been the one to get the information? Or should he have sent someone else?

Chuck Can’t Save Everything

* Are we really supposed to believe Chuck has such deep feelings for Raina? Why should we even believe it?
* Does Chuck give away his heard too easily?
* Was it smart of Chuck to send Nate on mission to help him get Raina back? Was Nate even trying to help Chuck?
* What do you think of a Raina and Nate relationship? How is this going to affect Nate’s relationship with Chuck?

Serena Wants All Things

* Does Serena expect too much of Ben? And Is Ben being realistic about the situation with Serena and how she deals with her family?
* Is Ben being genuine with his feelings for Serena?

Eric Turns 18 And Becomes A Drug Mule…Just Like Everyone Else

* Was it wise for Eric to even think about trusting Damien?
* Could they have found a better way to deal with the situation? Was Serena being realistic when she said she would deal with the problem herself? Was it strange that Serena delegated the task of tulips to Blair?
* Were you surprised at Lily’s apology? Why does everyone forgive Lily so quickly?

Just Admit That You Need Me

* Do you wish Blair’s job and school thing could have worked out?
* What do you think of Blair’s revelation on why she was working so hard? Is this the writers showing that Chuck and Blair are the end game?

This week’s poll:
Do you want Chuck and Blair to get back together this season?
Yes. The time is right.
Maybe. If their journey happens logically.
No. They still have more growing to do.

* Does this negate anything that happens between Blair and Dan? Are Dan and Blair developing a relationship or a friendship? Will they ever become a couple?

Damien and Vanessa Should Team Up:

* Vanessa sees Ben strong arm Damien, but what’s the big deal? What could she possibly have learned from the situation?
* Ben handles the situation with Damien, wouldn’t it have been easir to just let Damien keep the money? What do you think Damien and Russell will pull out of their ass now?

Rate The Episode:

Favorite Quotes:

Closing:

* We’ll be back next week to talk about 4.17 – Empire of The Son.
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Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #103 – Guilty By Association
February 8, 2011

Opening:

* Blake Lively = The New Carrie Bradshaw?
* Ed Westwick is over Chuck Bass.
* Gossip Girl ratings on a little rise.
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* This episode 4.14 – Panic Roommate

Poll:
Last Week’s Poll:
Could a Serena and Ben relationship work out?
No way. Serena doesn’t know the whole truth about Ben. (59%)
Yes. They have a connection. (23%)
Maybe, but Serena has to change. (18%)

This week’s Poll:
Do you think Raina and Chuck could have a real relationship?
Yes. They seem to connect.
Maybe. If business isn’t mixed with pleasure.
No way. She’s a guest character.

Music:
For a listing of all the music in the episode please visit our site at www.talking-gossip.com and click the music tab.

* Yours – Dan Black
Played in the opening montage.
* Celestica – Crystal Castles
Played when everyone arrives at the W party.
* Cosmic Love – Florence and The Machine (performance)
* Young Blood -The Naked and The Famous
Played in the closing sequence.

Fashion:

Episode Recap:
This week on Gossip Girl, Ben tries to adjust to life on the Upper East Side. Dan doesn’t like his new roommate and Damien has some problem with Ben and wants him gone. Damien uses Eric to find out information about Ben and tells Eric that Ben attacked him the night before.

The only thing Serena wants is to be apart of Ben’s life and she’ll do anything to make everyone accept Ben for the great person that he is.

Blair is focused on getting a good performance review from Epperly and to make sure it happens she’s trying to get Epperly’s strings plucked. Blair goes to Chuck to get him to do the job, but he’s too busy trying to get Raina to fall for him so he can still keep Bass Industries. But Nate is there, so Blair enlists his help.

Chuck’s plan falls apart when he actually starts to feel something for Raina. Nate fails at sleeping with Epperly only because she ran into an ex boyfriend at the party. Damien and Eric concoct a plan to get Ben to violate his parole and use Dan to help. But when Dan finds out the truth that Ben never hit Damien, Dan clears everything up and accepts Ben in his life.

In the end, Blair calls Raina to tell her that Chuck really does have feelings for her. Raina tells her dad they should buy Bass Industries but they should keep Chuck on to run the company. And Blair goes from W intern to staffer.

Episode Commentary

First Impression Poll:

* Poll results Yes. It was great. (36%) It was ok. (64%,) Nope. I didn’t like it! (0%)
* Did you like the episode?
* Where was Lily? No captain storyline?
* This week’s Blair and Nate storyline. What did you think? Can we really believe that Blair goes from intern to staffer in one day? What about the other interns?

Serena Spends For Affection

* Is Serena being realistic about the Ben situation? Could they have a future?
* Does Serena need protection?
* Why must Serena purchase first addition books for the men in her life? Is she trying to be someone she isn’t?
* Is Serena considering Dan’s feelings in the matter?
* Is it Ben or the idea of Ben?

Damien Delgarde Has A Problem

* What did you think of the Damien storyline?
* Why was Damien trying so hard to get rid of Ben? Was Eric really needed to help this scheme go through? Do you feel back for Eric or should he have seen it coming? What will happen to Eric next?
* How did you feel about Dan being involved in Damien’s scheme?
* Are we done with Damien? How as his storyline handled?

When Did Chuck Get Feelings For Raina?

* If Chuck was using Raina to get the company back, why weren’t we filled in on this plan before? Were we just supposed to assume?
* Shouldn’t Raina have thought Chuck would do something like this? And does Russell Thorpe really have a reason to be upset with Raina for missing the meeting?
* Is it odd that Chuck actually developed feelings for Raina and vice versa? And can we truly believe that Blair would help Chuck hook up with a new girl and remain unaffected?
* Will The Thorpes and Chuck be able to work together in future business?

Rate The Episode:

Favorite Quotes:

Closing:

* We’ll be back next week to talk about 4.15 – It Girl Happened One Night.
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Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #102 – Brooklyn’s Benedict Arnold
February 1, 2011

Opening:
* Ykylm.org
* Blake Lively is most desirable
* Gossip Girl ratings hit a series low. What’s up with that?
* Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
* This episode 4.13 – Damien Darko
* I forgot to put the poll us last week, so there won’t be any poll discussion.

Music:
For a listing of all the music in the episode please visit our site at www.talking-gossip.com and click the music tab.

* Wolf Gang – “Lions in Cages”
* Meme – “Beat of My Own Song”
* Kaskade – “Fire In Your New Shoes”
* Nous Non Plus – “Monokini”
* Stars – “Changes”
* Everest – “Let Go”

Fashion:

Episode Recap:

Episode Commentary

First Impression Poll:

* Poll results Yes. It was great.
* Did you like this episode better than the last?
* Nate, The Captain and Chuck? Are we supposed to care about this Chuck and Raina storyline? Are you interested? Does it add anything to the story?

Liar Liar Pants On Fire

* Do you think Lily can ever change? Do you Rufus trusts Lily? Did you like the Serena and Rufus team up to out Lily? Is everything Lily does for her kids?

Eric And The Drug Deal:

* What is really going on with Eric and Damien? What does Damien have to gain by befriending Eric? Is Eric becoming the new Jenny Humphrey?

Serena: The Moral Compass?

* What was up with Serena in this episode? Didn’t she seem a little wise?
* This week’s Poll: Could a Serena and Ben relationship really work out? Yes. They have a connection. Maybe. Only if Serena can change. No. Serena doesn’t know the whole truth about Ben.

Dare To Dair:

* Why is there such a competitive edge between Dan and Blair? Is this similar to a Chuck and Blair relationship beginning?

Rate The Episode:

Favorite Quotes:

Closing:

* We’ll be back next week to talk about 4.14 – Panic Roommate.
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Talking Gossip After Dark
Episode #101 – Evil Dictator of Taste
January 25, 2011

Opening:

• Gossip Girl ratings down a bit.  Several people told me they lost interest after the long break!  How could this be?
• Contact information: www.talking-gossip.com, e-mail: podcast@talking-gossip.info, voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip
• This episode 4.12 – The Kids Are Not All Right

Poll:
Last week’s poll:
Do you think Lily and Rufus will make it through the season?

This week’s poll:
Are you upset that Serena and Dan are not together?
Yes. Hasn’t this been a major storyline this season.
Nope. I could care less. On to the next boy.

Music:

• For a listing of all the music in the episode please visit our site at www.talking-gossip.com and click the music tab.
• Mark Ronson – “Bang Bang Bang“
• The Hundred In the Hands – “Ghosts”
• The Dig – “For All Your Sins”
• Warpaint – “Elephants”

Fashion:

Episode Commentary

First Impression Poll:

• Poll results
• The Captain is out, is he enjoying life too much? Is his story line a little predictable?  Was Russell Thorpe smart hiring him for work?
• Do you take issue with the way Chuck talked to Raina when he thought she was an assistant?

The A Team: Serena and Chuck take down Lily?

• Were they being smart about the situation?  Was Serena really trying to help the situation?  Was this something they really needed to do together?
• Why didn’t Chuck and Serena wait to find out the whole story?
• Did Serena not think about the possibilities of what could have happened to Lily?
• Do you think Chuck was naive in the situation?  Not research Russell Thorpe and really finding out what was going on with the company?
• What do you think is going to happen now with Bass Industries?

The Afterthoughts:

• Why is no one really made at Lily?  Do you hate Lily as much as you did before?
• Lily slept with Russell Thorpe, will this be something that could come between Lily and Rufus?  Do you think this has something to do with the business also?
• Raina and Chuck: Can you really separate business and pleasure? Are they using each other?

Two Don’t Become One:

• How did you feel about Dan and Serene deciding not to be together?
• Is Serena avoiding her future and not fixing her past?
• Why do you think Serena takes Dan for granted?  Is he being stupid by laying his feelings for Serena out there?
• Can Dan be blamed for enabling Serena?
• What do you think will happen with Serena and Ben?  Will they become a couple or will they fall apart?

A new couple?

• Blair and Dan: friends or future lovers? Have your thoughts changed about a Blair and Dan relationship?
• Blair:  What’s wrong with following in your mom’s footsteps?  Do you think Blair was being childish about the entire situation?

Rate The Episode:

Favorite Quotes:

Closing:

• We’ll be back next week to talk about 4.13 – Damien Darko.
• Don’t forget to visit us at www.talking-gossip.com voicemail: 206-350-5159, follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/TalkingGossip, e-mail us: podcast@talking-gossip.info.
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