Cannonball with Wesley Morris ‘And Just Like That …’ Is Over Too Soon
Aug 14, 2025
Taffy Brodesser-Akner, an insightful author known for her engaging profiles and essays, joins Wesley to discuss the emotional finale of the 'Sex and the City' reboot. They explore themes of nostalgia, middle-aged friendships, and the complexities of character development, especially focusing on Carrie’s obsession with Big. The conversation also touches on the show’s attempts at inclusivity and how evolving narratives shape personal identities. With humor and depth, they reflect on the series' significance in shaping cultural conversations around love and friendship.
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Continuation, Not A Reboot
- Wesley Morris and Taffy Brodesser-Akner argue the reboot is best seen as a continuation focused on middle age rather than a direct remake.
- The show deliberately reframes characters to document how time and cultural shifts reshape identities and friendships.
How The Original Shaped Her Identity
- Taffy recalls waiting impatiently for the premiere because Sex and the City shaped her sense of modern womanhood.
- She credits the original show for teaching her how to be a regular American woman outside her Orthodox upbringing.
Show Confronts Its Own Blind Spots
- The reboot intentionally confronts past blind spots by reflecting contemporary concerns about race and gender.
- The show treats these corrections as part of characters' lived growth, not mere gesture.