Generation Gilmore Girls
Generation Gilmore Girls
Playlist by Generation Gilmore GirlsFrom the creators of ‘Generation Barney’, ‘Generation Gilmore Girls’ revisits the popular TV series and asks why it still resonates 25 years later. We learn how it shaped some of the actors who worked…Follow the podcast:
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Generation Gilmore Girls: Welcome to Stars Hollow, Connecticut!
Every year, fans travel to Connecticut to get a taste of Stars Hollow. No, the town doesn’t exist. But it is inspired by very real places. Those places have even been shaped by the show. In this episode, we explore which parts of Connecticut inspired "Gilmore Girls" creator Amy Sherman-Palladino. W…
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Generation Gilmore Girls: Play it again, Amy!
25 years after its premiere, "Gilmore Girls"lives on because of its fans. Those fans have created a special community – one that feels a lot like the small town of Stars Hollow in the show. What is it about "Gilmore Girls" that inspires people to come together? And what can it teach us about what …
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Generation Gilmore Girls: Oy, with the Gilmores already!
"Gilmore Girls" premiered on The WB in October 2000 and it’s still finding new fans 25 years later. In this episode, we’re on a mission to find out how "Gilmore Girls" found its audience, while staying true to itself – from its "Gilmore speed” delivery, its pop culture-packed references, and its co…
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Generation Gilmore Girls: Trailer
Why do three Gilmore Girls and a small town continue to resonate with generations of fans? And what does a TV series that ended nearly two decades ago tell us about who we want to be? This three-part podcast looks for answers in the place that inspired it all: Connecticut. "Generation Gilmore Gir…
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Sneak Peek: New Season, New Generation
The team behind 'Generation Barney' is back with something new. This season, we take a look at one of the most famous shows set in Connecticut. Meet 'Generation Gilmore Girls,' a three-part podcast about the media we love and how it shapes us. Coming soon. Wherever you get your podcasts. For mor…
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Generation Barney: Purple-Colored Glasses
Barney made kids feel loved. He was a friend, sometimes even a father figure, to Millennials and Gen Zers. To this day, many are finding comfort in this purple dinosaur and trying to put his values into practice. So, why do the things we loved as kids stick with us? What draws us back to them decad…
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Generation Barney: Kid Bopz
“Barney & Friends” was all about the music. Barney and the kids on the show would learn about everything through song. The people behind Barney’s tunes had to make sure toddlers could easily understand what they were hearing — that meant songs had to be active, repetitive, and simple. But those sam…
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Generation Barney: Purple Dino Puppeteers
For a lot of young viewers, Barney wasn’t just a character on TV. He was more like a friend. Barney even became a kind of mentor for some kids. For one group of friends, their friendship — and even careers — might’ve turned out totally different had it not been for a purple dinosaur. This episode …
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Generation Barney: Purple Capitalism
On “Barney & Friends,” Barney starts off as a plush toy and then comes to life. That iconic stuffed animal wasn’t just on the small screen; it was in the homes of children around the world. Merchandise was a huge part of the show’s success. But “Barney & Friends” wasn’t the first movie or TV show t…
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Generation Barney: Love 2 Hate
Kids all over the world loved Barney. But even though Barney loved everybody, not everybody loved him back. Some parents found the character pretty annoying. Other grown-ups took things a step further. In some cases, the Barney backlash even got violent. That extreme reaction from adults? It can te…
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