Explore every episode of the podcast The Dorota Diaries: A Gossip Girl Podcast
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| S2E2 - Never Been Marcused | 12 Jul 2024 | 01:08:06 | |
Lords and Duchesses and Affairs, oh my! Unfortunately, summer break is coming to a close for our dear friends of the Upper East. Will loose ends be tied up in a perfect bow come the fall? Join your ol' pals Maria and Talea as we laugh our way out of the Hamptons (via the Jitney, of course) and bid farewell to the dog days of summer. Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S2E1 - Summer, Kind of Wonderful | 07 May 2024 | 01:16:01 | |
You know what they say, Upper East Siders. "April showers bring season 2 of The Dorota Diaries!" Or was it something totally different? We don't know and WE DON'T CARE. Join us as we explore the Hamptons, shades of white, Rufus v. Jack Johnson, and sex positivity for teen boys who wanna be lil sluts. Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E10 - Hi, Society! | 18 Feb 2023 | 01:04:40 | |
Are you 16 and know exactly what you want the rest of your life to look like? Do you have a grandmother who would do anything to get her way? Are you a ballroom dance aficionado? Do you love stuffy parties where you are formally announced to your community even though they all already know who you are? Well, you've come to the right place. It's cotillion time, baby! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E9 - Blair Waldorf Must Pie! | 07 Jul 2022 | 01:38:51 | |
Episode Content Warning: Eating Disorders It may be July, but it is THANKSGIVING over here at The Dorota Diaries! In this episode, Maria and Talea reveal themselves as huge fans of Thanksgiving, but even bigger fans of Upper East Side holiday draaaaama. Other v important topics include Lexapro, Vicodin, and Anne Archibald's unfulfilled dreams. Grab a plate (or two) of your favorite pie and bon appétit! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E8 - Seventeen Candles | 28 Mar 2022 | 01:31:12 | |
Happy Birthday, Upper East Siders! We know it's probably not your birthday today, but today we're celebrating the 17th birthday of our Queen Blair Waldorf, so who cares about when your birthday is? Join us as we dive into what is and isn't allowed when it comes to Dan, Serena, and Vanessa, an embarrassing Rock Band match that just goes on too long, and whether or not we'd have access to the extremely exclusive SEARCH.COM. It's an episode so good, you won't need a birthday wish. Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E7 - Victor/Victrola | 22 Feb 2022 | 02:01:06 | |
Happy New Year, Upper East Siders (better late than never)! We couldn’t ask for a better episode to kick off The Dorota Diaries in 2022 and to prove it, enjoy two hours of us fawning over the whole damn thing. I think we’ve found our passion in life and it is this episode. Just sit back, grab a nice martini, and enjoy the ride baby! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E6 - The Handmaiden's Tale | 12 Dec 2021 | 01:26:52 | |
Masquerades and Moroccan-themed parties are upon us, y'all! This episode marks the momentous debut of Dan's BEST (and only) friend Vanessa Abrams, and Nate's Stepford mama, Anne Archibald, who does not blink. Phantom of the Opera cosplay, coke hidin' fathers, cultural appropriation, and sweet, sweet revenge. What more could we ask for on the Upper East Side? Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E5 - Dare Devil | 11 Nov 2021 | 01:27:26 | |
The martinis are poured and the designer clothes are pressed 'cuz we are heading into the most important day of the fall (according to Queen B) — the annual sleepover! On the other side of town, Derena at long last goes on a proper first date. Rufus is as sad as ever, but at least he has his glory days to cheer him up? Get out your sleeping bags and take a load off, Upper East Siders! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E4 - Bad News Blair | 28 Oct 2021 | 01:36:34 | |
Life truly has its ups and downs so we had to take some time away, but we are BACK! Hop in your limo to join us as we witness the birth and death of Blair's modeling career at the hands of her own hilariously evil mother. We are also treated to what is possibly one of the world's worst first dates (looking at you, Derena). Lastly, the infamous Lost Weekend is upon us. Hang on to your basketballs, boys! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E3 - Poison Ivy | 19 Aug 2021 | 01:41:09 | |
Hey, Upper East Siders! The Dorota Diaries is back with episode 3 — and it's Ivy week! Travel back in time with us to junior year of high school, AKA when college acceptances were at the top of our minds... at least for some of us. Prepare to watch Dan stress out, Nate and Chuck chill out, and Blair and Serena fight and cry it out. Sharpen your #2 pencils! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E2 - The Wild Brunch | 28 Jul 2021 | 01:40:06 | |
Hey Upper East Siders, The Dorota Diaries is back! In episode 2, The Wild Brunch, we learn that brunch is an extreme sport and not for the faint of heart, we ponder a possible love connection between Little J and Blair, and we bow down to the debut of Queen Dorota. It's a juicy one, y'all. Hope you like waffles! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E1 - Pilot | 12 Jul 2021 | 01:58:57 | |
Welcome to The Dorota Diaries: A Gossip Girl Podcast. Join us, Talea and Maria, as we dive into the iconic 2007 CW original show, Gossip Girl! We'll discuss the best outfits, worst looks, and hottest scandals starting with the first episode: the pilot. Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E18 - Much 'I Do' About Nothing | 01 Jan 2024 | 01:08:42 | |
Here comes the bride, Upper East Siders! Spring is here and the flowers are in bloom in everybody's hair. While one couple ties the knot, another looks like they're on the verge of a breakup. Ah, the circle of life. We end season 1 asking one very important question: Who IS David? Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E17 - Woman On The Verge | 25 Nov 2023 | 01:24:44 | |
Content warning: Drug overdose Are you a big Leaky Hawk fan? If so, hop in the portal with the gang and grab a front row seat at the Forgotten Bands of the 90s show! This is a real 10 and 2 episode driving us full speed into the season finale. Everybody is rallying around Serena in her time of need, but will it be enough against Hurricane Georgina? Disclaimer: we had some audio difficulties while recording so our apologies for the sound quality in this one! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E16 - All About My Brother | 05 Oct 2023 | 01:43:18 | |
Blair and Jenny's final battle is here, Upper East Siders, and it's a problematic doozy! And while Asher might not have a sack of hot dogs this week, he DOES have a sack of SECRETS — and so does ERIC!!! Meanwhile, Serena hasn't shaken Georgina, who is now going by Sarah and charming the gullible-ass pants off of Dan and Vanessa. Georgina vs. Serena, Blair vs. Jenny, Lily & Rufus vs. being a good parent — who will win?? And WHO killed JFK? Tune in to find out! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E15 - Desperately Seeking Serena | 12 Sep 2023 | 01:18:22 | |
It's SAT time for our favorite private school crew! While Dan chooses to read every SAT prep book known to man, Blair copes with her stress by leaning on her 'ol bullying ways. Serena wants to do well, but with Georgina in town we're not so sure how that's gonna work out for our favorite bad girl gone good. Meanwhile, in Brooklyn, Jenny continues to be the worst person on the planet, but at least she likes hot dogs. Other noteworthy things: a hot new couple (according to Talea) and an important life lesson that nothing good ever comes from attending a Flo Rida concert. Put on those boots with the fur, Upper East Siders! We are desperately waiting for you to listen to this one. Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E14 - The Blair Bitch Project | 10 Aug 2023 | 01:50:32 | |
Team Blair or Team Jenny? You've gotta decide, Upper East Siders! Mark the date and time because Jenny has pushed our buttons so much in this episode that we may, for the very first time, empathize with Rufus' POV. Shocking, we know... Put on that princess party hat and grab a slice of Jenny cake, babes! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E13 - The Thin Line Between Chuck & Nate | 19 Jul 2023 | 01:20:06 | |
Rumors are lighting up the hallways of our favorite private school for girls and (gasp!) a few of our favorite friendships may not survive it. What does survive is decades-long misogyny and slut-shaming! Gen Z — you can bring back the 00s style, but we beg of you to let this part stay in the archives. If we were you, our first response would be to listen to this episode on a lovely, clear blue day! #IYKYK Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E12 - School Lies | 21 Apr 2023 | 01:16:42 | |
Splish splash, y'all! A fun night at the uh... school swimming pool (smdh) goes horribly awry. Word gets back to the new headmistress and she did not come to play with these privileged youths. Grab that boogie board and try to stay afloat, Upper East Siders! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S1E11 - Roman Holiday | 11 Apr 2023 | 01:25:48 | |
The prodigal father returns! Blair’s dad is home for the holidays, but the father-daughter reunion is short-lived because her father’s boyfriend has crashed the party. Across town, Serena and Dan get to know each other better through the art of gift-giving. Have a holly, jolly Christmas (in April), Upper East Siders! Here at the Dorota Diaries, it’s gonna be ANYTHING but a silent night. Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S2E4 - The Ex-Files | 07 Feb 2025 | 01:31:04 | |
We made it, y'all. It's the first day of senior year! Are you a victim or a project? Some people, like Serena and Dan, are both. Join us as we navigate the choppy water that is post-breakup life. We also have Chuck vs. Blair, Vanessa vs. Nate, and Lily vs. Rufus (ugh) in the same boat. Another breakup is on the horizon, but we guarantee you did NOT see this one comin'. Hit play and let's go out to brunch together (instead of, you know, actually going to class). Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S2E3 - The Dark Night | 28 Jan 2025 | 01:01:38 | |
Happy New Year, Upper East Siders! We hope the start of 2025 is treating you well and, if not, at least we have the greatest trust fund babies of all time to keep us company! It's freezing outside right now, but the sidewalks are hot and steamy in this episode. It's summertime and school is almost back in session. A blackout brings sex, lies, and truth to the surface. Fingers crossed that Lord Marcus and his weird ass stepmom are gone when the lights come back on... Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S2E5 - The Serena Also Rises | 25 Feb 2025 | 01:32:03 | |
As the great David Bowie once sang: "Fashion! Turn to the left. Fashion! Turn to the right." It's fashion week in New York City, baby! Blair's got a big job to do backstage at the Eleanor Waldorf show while Serena bucks tradition for her moment on the catwalk of all places. We have a new, hot designer on the prowl and it's our very own Little J. The unlikely pairing of Dan and Chuck are hanging out like multiple times? Also, Lily has a thing for rat paintings. Hurry up and press play on this episode before it's deemed so last season. [Note: Talea was having some technical difficulties with her mic. Sorry about that, y'all!] Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S2E7 - Chuck in Real Life | 01 Jun 2025 | 01:38:36 | |
Gather 'round, Upper East Siders! Be home by curfew for dinner because we need to help make an evil billionaire and his self-absorbed wife's dreams come true. It's the van der Woodsen-Bass family shindig in which they will be debuting as a "close family" to the outside world. However, we know that inside, things are... a little complicated to say the least. Bring your warm, fuzzy family memories and PLEASE don't forget your underwear! Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S2E6 - New Haven Can Wait | 20 May 2025 | 01:40:32 | |
What person, real or imagined, living or dead, would you most like to have dinner with? We'll wait. In the meantime, let's take the Amtrak down to ol' New Haven, Connecticut with our prep school pals. Unfortunately, the S & B beef crosses state lines at a very inconvenient time. Nate predictably scopes out the women of Yale, while Chuck scopes out the weird children of the corn (finance bro sons) of Yale. Dan is as neurotic and unprepared as ever. Will our Constance-St. Jude's kids really WOW the dean during this trip? We don't know. You'll have to ask Shirley, the cat queen. Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S2E9 - There Might Be Blood | 27 Sep 2025 | 02:12:30 | |
Y'all ever been to a guerrilla fashion show? Well, slip on those Louboutins because Jenny and Agnes cordially invite us to one. What. An. Epic. Moment. You're in for a treat, Upper East Siders. In other news, we are officially launching the "Dan Mind Your Business" challenge, while we watch Blair not mind her business and it's actually a good thing for once. Side stories include: Justice for JT Yorke (Yes, from Degrassi, sigh. Just listen). Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||
| S2E8 - Pret-a-Poor J | 20 Sep 2025 | 01:50:32 | |
This is a big one, y'all! Join us as we watch Little J duke it out once more with Eleanor Waldorf herself. We can't say we endorse what Jenny's doing, but dang do we love to see it. We could not get through this episode without the three A's: Agnes, Aaron, and poor, sweet Arthur. Strap into the portal, kids, we're heading to the Ikea Art Installation in Brooklyn. Follow us on Instagram (@DorotaDiaries) or shoot us an email at ykyloveus@gmail.com. Art by Maria (@markacarbondale) | |||