Dear Felicity

Dear Felicity

The Ringer

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 show’s chronology. 

The Final Episodes With Mandy and Greg (Eps. 421-422)

The Final Episodes With Mandy and Greg (Eps. 421-422)

With Felicity graduated from college and back in the present day, it's time to say goodbye to the plucky freshman with curly hair. Juliet, Mandy, and Greg discuss the final two episodes of 'Felicity,' talking about Greg's real-life speech to the cast at the wedding and the absence of Sarah McLachlan in that final scene, where they think Felicity and Ben's relationship would stand today, and more memories from filming the final episodes of the show. Thanks for listening! Hosts: Amanda Foreman,

Oct 2, 2024 • 1:03:04

The Time Travel Episodes With Josh Reims (Eps. 418-420)

The Time Travel Episodes With Josh Reims (Eps. 418-420)

Just when the cast and crew of 'Felicity' thought the show was over, they were asked by the network to do five more episodes. So, Felicity and her friends traveled back in time, and the audience got to see what would have happened if Felicity chose Ben over Noel. Josh Reims, who worked as a co-executive producer on these episodes, joins to talk about how they landed on the idea of having Felicity go back in time to her freshman year and the opportunity the episodes gave them to bring out another

Sep 25, 2024 • 1:12:25

The 'Felicity' Finale That Wasn't With Ian Gomez (Eps. 412-417)

The 'Felicity' Finale That Wasn't With Ian Gomez (Eps. 412-417)

Juliet is joined by Mandy and Greg to talk about episodes 412-417, which include 'The Graduate;' the episode that was supposed to be the series finale before the network ordered more episodes. They discuss Ben's baby plotline and Ben and Felicity's final breakup. Then Juliet is joined by Ian Gomez to talk about landing the role of Javier and finally becoming a series regular in the fourth season.Next time: Episodes 418-420. Watch on Hulu.Hosts: Amanda Foreman, Greg Grunberg, and Juliet LitmanExe

Sep 18, 2024 • 1:22:01

The Last 'Felicity' Thanksgiving With Larry Trilling (Ep. 408-411)

The Last 'Felicity' Thanksgiving With Larry Trilling (Ep. 408-411)

Juliet and Greg talk about this run of episodes that includes the last 'Felicity' Thanksgiving, always a momentous holiday for the show. They cover Noel and Sean going into business together, Felicity and Ben breaking up, and Ben's father, played by John Ritter, making an appearance. Then, Juliet, Greg, and Mandy are joined by Larry Trilling, who directed 409 and 411, to talk about how his role on the show evolved over the four seasons and whether 411 could have been the series finale for the sh

Sep 11, 2024 • 1:16:30

The Music and Wardrobe of 'Felicity' With Amanda Demme and Linda Serijan-Fasmer (Ep. 404-407)

The Music and Wardrobe of 'Felicity' With Amanda Demme and Linda Serijan-Fasmer (Ep. 404-407)

We've talked again and again on this show about how important the original soundtrack was to creating the world of 'Felicity.' And so on today's episode we speak with the woman behind that soundtrack: music supervisor Amanda Demme. Another part of what made the world of 'Felicity' distinct was the fashion. After Amanda, costume designer Linda Serijan-Fasmer joins the show to talk about sourcing Felicity's chunky sweaters and thrift shopping with Scott Speedman. Next time: Episodes 408-411. Watc

Sep 4, 2024 • 1:36:58

The Beginning of the End With Matt Reeves (Eps. 401-403)

The Beginning of the End With Matt Reeves (Eps. 401-403)

We have reached the final season of 'Felicity.' To mark this occasion, we are joined by Matt Reeves to talk about the final episode he directed for the show: 401. But first, Greg and Juliet discuss where we find Felicity and the other characters at the beginning of Season 4. Then they are joined by Matt to talk about the lessons he took away from working on the show and the bittersweetness of getting ready to say goodbye to the cast and crew as they prepared to shoot the final season.Next time:

Aug 28, 2024 • 1:34:33

Saying Goodbye to Season 3 With Amy Aquino

Saying Goodbye to Season 3 With Amy Aquino

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 shows like 'ER,' and how being a TV actor has changed since the early 2000s. Next time: Episodes 401-403. Watch on Hulu. Hosts: Amanda Foreman, Greg Gr

Aug 14, 2024 • 1:04:32

Felicity's Mom With Eve Gordon (Eps. 312-314)

Felicity's Mom With Eve Gordon (Eps. 312-314)

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 young adult herself and giving advice both on and off the show. Next time: Episodes 315-317. Watch on Hulu. Hosts: Amanda Foreman, Greg Grunberg, and

Aug 7, 2024 • 1:27:48

The Power of Elena With Tangi Miller (Ep. 308-311)

The Power of Elena With Tangi Miller (Ep. 308-311)

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 time: episodes 312-314. Watch on Hulu. Hosts: Amanda Foreman, Greg Grunberg, and Juliet Litman Executive Producers: JJ Abrams and Matt Reeves For Bad

Jul 31, 2024 • 1:08:41

Comedic Relief With Rob Benedict (Eps. 305-307)

Comedic Relief With Rob Benedict (Eps. 305-307)

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 amid all the heartache and drama, he provides much-needed comedic relief. Rob, or Robby, as Mandy and Greg call him, talks about landing the character o

Jul 24, 2024 • 1:20:30

The WB of It All With Former CEO Jordan Levin (Ep. 302-304)

The WB of It All With Former CEO Jordan Levin (Ep. 302-304)

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 power of the WB at this time and how it produced several defining shows of the late '90s and early 2000s, Juliet is joined by Jordan Levin, a founding exe

Jul 17, 2024 • 1:44:12

A New Theme Song With JJ Abrams and Andrew Jarecki (Ep. 301)

A New Theme Song With JJ Abrams and Andrew Jarecki (Ep. 301)

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 moving to Brooklyn.Next time: Episodes 302-304. Watch on Hulu.Hosts: Amanda Foreman, Greg Grunberg, and Juliet LitmanExecutive Producers: JJ Abrams and M

Jul 10, 2024 • 1:02:03

Film Canisters and Epic Monologues With Scott Speedman (Eps. 220-223)

Film Canisters and Epic Monologues With Scott Speedman (Eps. 220-223)

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 'Felicity' for this podcast and some of his fondest memories from being on the show. Next time: Episode 301. Watch on Hulu. Hosts: Amanda Foreman, Gre

Jun 26, 2024 • 1:18:31

The Greg Era (Ugh), With Emma Gray and Keiko Agena (Eps. 216-219)

The Greg Era (Ugh), With Emma Gray and Keiko Agena (Eps. 216-219)

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 the plot point in which Felicity tries to secure access to the morning-after pill is still relevant today (0:00). Finally, Juliet talks with Keiko Ag

Jun 19, 2024 • 1:28:44

Rekindling of Felicity and Ben With Ken Olin and Erich Anderson

Rekindling of Felicity and Ben With Ken Olin and Erich Anderson

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 by two heavyweight guests, as well. Ken Olin joins to discuss how he approached directing certain episodes and the state of network TV.  Then, Erich A

Jun 12, 2024 • 1:37:32

The Twilight Zone With JJ Abrams, Matt Reeves, and Joanna Robinson

The Twilight Zone With JJ Abrams, Matt Reeves, and Joanna Robinson

‘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 discuss where the episode sits in the broader careers of Matt and JJ. Plus, Juliet and Mandy talk about the important table-setting episode in which Felicit

Jun 5, 2024 • 1:21:04

The ‘Felicity’ Wilderness With Amy Smart and Mychelle Deschamps (Eps. 206-209)

The ‘Felicity’ Wilderness With Amy Smart and Mychelle Deschamps (Eps. 206-209)

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. Finally, Season 2 line producer Mychelle Deschamps joins to talk about the day-to-day realities of how TV is made, and it's an illuminating conversation fo

May 29, 2024 • 1:29:20

Inside the Writers Room With Josh Reims and Larry Trilling (Eps. 204-205)

Inside the Writers Room With Josh Reims and Larry Trilling (Eps. 204-205)

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 talks about how to keep the momentum going for the show, and Larry touches on what it was like to begin his career in TV on 'Felicity.'Next time: 206-20

May 22, 2024 • 1:24:18

The Haircut: An Oral History (Ep. 201-203)

The Haircut: An Oral History (Ep. 201-203)

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 critics, including Michael Ausiello and Willa Paskin, executive Susanne Daniels, and many more voices. Does a haircut still mean so much 25 years later?Host

May 15, 2024 • 51:10

A Felicity (the Character) Deep Dive With Keri Russell (Eps. 120-122)

A Felicity (the Character) Deep Dive With Keri Russell (Eps. 120-122)

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 Sarah McLachlan. Next time: Episodes 201-203. Watch on Hulu. Hosts: Amanda Foreman, Greg Grunberg, and Juliet Litman Executive Producers: JJ Abrams and

May 2, 2024 • 1:18:19

Julie and the Collision of Art and Real Life With Amy Jo Johnson and Gina-Prince Bythewood (Eps. 118-119)

Julie and the Collision of Art and Real Life With Amy Jo Johnson and Gina-Prince Bythewood (Eps. 118-119)

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, but also the Pink Power Ranger, of course. Next time: Episodes 120-122, the end of Season 1! Watch on Hulu. Hosts: Amanda Foreman, Greg Grunberg,

Apr 25, 2024 • 1:16:18

Felicity's Virginity With Andrea Newman and Susanne Daniels (Eps. 116-117)

Felicity's Virginity With Andrea Newman and Susanne Daniels (Eps. 116-117)

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, former WB executive Susanne Daniels joins to discuss how the network approached the topic of sex on ‘Felicity’ and other WB shows. Next time: Episodes 118

Apr 18, 2024 • 1:07:52

Directorial Debut With J.J. Abrams (Eps. 113-115)

Directorial Debut With J.J. Abrams (Eps. 113-115)

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 116 and 117. Watch on Hulu.Hosts: Amanda Foreman, Greg Grunberg, and Juliet LitmanExecutive Producers: J.J. Abrams and Matt ReevesFor Bad Robot Audio:

Apr 10, 2024 • 1:12:16

Firsts With Jennifer Garner (Eps. 109-112)

Firsts With Jennifer Garner (Eps. 109-112)

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 J.J. Abrams cinematic universe. We commemorate the occasion as Garner comes on the podcast to talk about auditioning for the role of Hannah,

Apr 4, 2024 • 1:17:53

Pink Guy With Devon Gummersall and Joanna Robinson

Pink Guy With Devon Gummersall and Joanna Robinson

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 because of and despite the difficult topic of rape. Next, Mandy joins Juliet to discuss some behind-the-scenes context, and finally, Devon Gummersall

Mar 27, 2024 • 1:16:54

Finding Noel With Scott Foley and Evan Ross Katz (Episodes 103-106)

Finding Noel With Scott Foley and Evan Ross Katz (Episodes 103-106)

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 to talk about how he nearly played Ben before ultimately getting the role of Noel, working as an actor on Warner Bros. shows, and how playin

Mar 21, 2024 • 1:24:10

Felicity’s Beginnings With J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves, Keri Russell, and Scott Speedman (Eps. 101-102)

Felicity’s Beginnings With J.J. Abrams, Matt Reeves, Keri Russell, and Scott Speedman (Eps. 101-102)

"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 Reeves, and Scott Speedman join to talk about their experiences getting 'Felicity' off the ground.Next time: Episodes 103-106. Watch on Hulu

Mar 14, 2024 • 1:14:03

Being Felicity With Keri Russell and Scott Speedman

Being Felicity With Keri Russell and Scott Speedman

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 together. They talk about the friendships they built on the show and how, in many ways, their time on the show was like college.Next time: Episodes 103-

Mar 13, 2024 • 1:20:37

Introducing ‘Dear Felicity’

Introducing ‘Dear Felicity’

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 fans of ‘Felicity’ to explain why it still resonates. Each episode of ‘Dear Felicity’ covers a few episodes of the TV series. The podcast premieres on

Mar 7, 2024 • 1:16

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