The cast, crew, executives, and fans of Felicity revisit the show 25 years after its premiere on The WB to discuss why the show remains a cultural touchstone and what made that moment in the history of television particularly unique. Rather than going episode-by-episode, Dear Felicity episodes will cover themes and story arcs as a way to have broader conversations about Felicity, The WB, the careers of those involved, and how the TV business functioned. The podcast will largely follow the tv ...
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Saying Goodbye to Season 3 With Amy Aquino
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Juliet is joined by both Mandy and Greg to discuss Sean and Meghan's fun arc in these episodes. They talk about Sean and Meghan going to couples therapy, Noel spilling the beans about him and Felicity to Ben, and Noel's graduation. Then Juliet is joined by Amy Aquino to talk about her iconic role as Felicity's therapist, Dr. Pavone, her work on sho…
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Felicity's Mom With Eve Gordon (Eps. 312-314)
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Juliet and Mandy discuss the fallout of the midseason cliff-hanger in 311, their dislike for the character of Avery, and the introduction of Kenan Thompson in the role of DeForrest. Next, Juliet and Mandy are joined by Eve Gordon, who played Felicity's mom, Barbara Porter. Eve talks about playing a mother to a college student when she was still a y…
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The Power of Elena With Tangi Miller (Ep. 308-311)
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Juliet is joined by Mandy to talk about episodes 308-311. They cover Felicity being asked to become an egg donor for Javier and Tyra Banks's continued arc on the show. Then, they are joined by Tangi Miller to reminisce about playing Elena. They talk about how she secured the role of Elena and the instant chemistry she had with Keri Russell. Next ti…
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Comedic Relief With Rob Benedict (Eps. 305-307)
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Juliet is joined by both Mandy and Greg to discuss Episodes 305-307 and a particularity of TV around the year 2000 that is showcased in these episodes. Then, Rob Benedict comes on the show to talk about playing Richard Coad. Initially beginning as a side character in Season 1, Richard evolved into a central character of the cast by Season 3, and am…
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The WB of It All With Former CEO Jordan Levin (Ep. 302-304)
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You probably know by now that the home of 'Felicity' was the iconic WB network. By the time 'Felicity' premiered its third season in the fall of 2000, the network had really hit its stride: with 'Dawson's Creek' and 'Felicity' on Wednesday nights, 'Gilmore Girls' on Thursdays, and 'Sabrina the Teenage Witch' on Fridays. To speak more about the powe…
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A New Theme Song With JJ Abrams and Andrew Jarecki (Ep. 301)
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We've made it to Season 3! And with a new season comes a new theme song. Juliet and Greg are joined by JJ Abrams and Andrew Jarecki, who created the song together, to talk about that process and why they decided to start the third season with a fresh intro for the show. But first, Juliet and Greg discuss the Noel/Leon plotline and the perils of mov…
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Film Canisters and Epic Monologues With Scott Speedman (Eps. 220-223)
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We have reached the end of Season 2, and with it, we get an epic run of episodes. Juliet is joined by Greg to talk about some of their favorite moments from this run, including Ben following Felicity up to Rhinebeck and some great monologues from Meghan and Ben. Then Juliet and Greg are joined by Scott Speedman to discuss his first time watching 'F…
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The Greg Era (Ugh), With Emma Gray and Keiko Agena (Eps. 216-219)
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It's time to talk about one of our least favorite love interests on ‘Felicity’: Greg. Juliet and Mandy talk about what makes the character of Greg particularly annoying and how Ben's immediate dislike of him is one of the few times he's a good judge of character on the show (0:00). Then, Juliet is joined by Emma Gray to talk more about Greg and how…
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Rekindling of Felicity and Ben With Ken Olin and Erich Anderson
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We’ve reached a pivotal arc for all of 'Felicity.' Greg and Juliet convene to discuss the biggest developments: Ruby’s pregnancy and the father of her child, the arrival of Tracy (Donald Faison), the introduction of Dr. Toni Pavone (Amy Aquino hive, it’s our time), Ben’s Felicity epiphany, and the latest Matt and JJ collab episode. They are joined …
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The Twilight Zone With JJ Abrams, Matt Reeves, and Joanna Robinson
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‘Felicity’ came back from winter break with two important episodes, and Juliet and Mandy and their guests discuss what contributed to this. In one episode, it’s obvious: The show completely transforms to pay homage to 'The Twilight Zone.' JJ Abrams and Matt Reeves return to discuss this singular episode, while Joanna Robinson also returns to discus…
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The ‘Felicity’ Wilderness With Amy Smart and Mychelle Deschamps (Eps. 206-209)
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As Felicity nears the end of her third semester, she finds herself again torn between two guys, but one point on the triangle is different this time. Juliet and Mandy talk about Felicity’s relationship, how the dog factors into it, and Ben’s fling. Then, Amy Smart joins the show to talk about playing Ruby and memories of her time on the show. Final…
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Inside the Writers Room With Josh Reims and Larry Trilling (Eps. 204-205)
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This week, Juliet and Mandy talk about all the changes in Season 2 (in addition to Felicity’s hair). They discuss Felicity’s new love interest, Mandy’s promotion to series regular, other new faces, and more. Then, they welcome Josh Reims and Larry Trilling to talk about the inner workings of the writers and the producers. Among many topics, Josh ta…
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The Haircut: An Oral History (Ep. 201-203)
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If you ask any random person about Felicity, they will probably know about the haircut. This episode looks at how the writers came up with the idea, how it was executed, how the public and the network responded, and what we think about it now. JJ Abrams, Matt Reeves, Keri Russell, and Scott Speedman are all throughout the episode, as well as critic…
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A Felicity (the Character) Deep Dive With Keri Russell (Eps. 120-122)
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Keri Russell returns to reflect on the first season of the show. She talks to Juliet and Mandy about her lasting memories off set from the first year, how she thinks about the central Ben vs. Noel dilemma now, how 'Felicity' impacted her career, and much, much more. Juliet and Mandy also recap Episodes 120-122 and long for the elegiac tunes of Sara…
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Julie and the Collision of Art and Real Life With Amy Jo Johnson and Gina-Prince Bythewood (Eps. 118-119)
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Juliet and Greg discuss Episodes 118 and 119, two Julie Emrick–centric episodes. Gina Prince-Bythewood joins Juliet to discuss how Gina’s own life experiences were poured into the character of Julie. Then, Julie herself, Amy Jo Johnson, comes on the show to talk to Juliet and her old pal Greg. They discuss not only playing the 'Felicity' character,…
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Felicity's Virginity With Andrea Newman and Susanne Daniels (Eps. 116-117)
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Juliet and Mandy discuss Episodes 116 and 117, in which Felicity loses her virginity. They talk about how the show handled that moment and some other fun plot points from these episodes. Then, Juliet is joined by Andrea Newman, who wrote on 117, to talk about her experience as a writer for the show and how it helped shape her career. Finally, forme…
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Directorial Debut With J.J. Abrams (Eps. 113-115)
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Juliet and Mandy talk about Episodes 113-115, which include the Todd Mulcahy arc and J.J.’s directorial debut. Juliet talks about why this set of episodes is one of her favorites and some of the worst music replacements in these episodes. Then Juliet and Greg are joined by J.J. to talk about his first-time directing experience. Next time: Episodes …
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Firsts With Jennifer Garner (Eps. 109-112)
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Greg returns to discuss Episodes 109-112 with Juliet. They cover many firsts for Felicity: her first Thanksgiving away from home, her first finals, her first time (almost). It’s a momentous stretch for 'Felicity' and for TV as we now know it. Jennifer Garner appears as a guest star, playing Noel’s girlfriend Hannah, and it’s her first step into the…
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Pink Guy With Devon Gummersall and Joanna Robinson (Eps. 107-108)
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Content warning: Juliet, Mandy, and the guests discuss 'Felicity' Episodes 107 and 108, which depict rape. In the years since the episodes “Drawing the Line: Part 1” and "Part 2" (107 and 108) aired on the WB, they have remained the most progressive ones. Juliet enlists The Ringer’s Joanna Robinson to talk about why those episodes have endured both…
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Finding Noel With Scott Foley and Evan Ross Katz (Episodes 103-106)
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Juliet and Greg cover Episodes 103-106, reliving both iconic and iconically uncomfortable moments from Felicity’s first weeks at college. Those moments include the time Felicity’s tape to Sally played at the dorm party (cringe), and Felicity and Noel’s kiss after a particularly intense game of Boggle. Then, Juliet and Greg are joined by Scott Foley…
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Felicity’s Beginnings With J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves, Keri Russell, and Scott Speedman (Eps. 101-102)
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"Dear Sally, … Three years ago, I held a pint of Ben Covington's blood." That's how 'Felicity' began, but the story of the show begins long before that. Juliet, Greg, and Mandy talk about the earliest days of Season 1, the biggest moments from Episodes 101 and 102, and what makes the pilot episode so memorable. Then, Keri Russell, J.J. Abrams, Matt…
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Being Felicity With Keri Russell and Scott Speedman (Eps. 101-102)
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Juliet, Greg, and Mandy read some of the early reviews of Season 1 of 'Felicity.' Next, Juliet and Mandy are joined by Keri Russell to talk about how being on the show launched her career and what lessons she took away from embodying the character of Felicity. Then, we hear more from the time that Mandy, Keri, and Scott Speedman were in New York to…
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Twenty-five years ago, ‘Felicity’ premiered on The WB and became an instant sensation. Today, it remains a beloved TV show and cultural touchstone. Join Amanda Foreman (a.k.a. goth roommate Meghan Rotundi) and Greg Grunberg (a.k.a. smoothaise creator Sean Blumberg) as well The Ringer’s Juliet Litman as they talk to the cast, crew, executives, and f…
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