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Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 3.4 - The Lion KingRecapping and reviewing all timer The Lion King. Special guest Timmy Vernon helps us break it all down in pretty minute detail (not sorry). Is this movie in everyone's Disney top five all time? (yes). Does this pod run longer than the run time of this movie? (also yes). Has anyone really recovered from the stampede scene 30 years later? (absolutely not). Stay until the end of our ramblings and also rewatch this asap because its great.2024-02-291h 42Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 3.3 - MoanaRecapping and reviewing gen alpha (yikes) favorite Moanaaa. Returning champion Adam helps us break down the good, the bad, and the dangers of over-harvesting coconuts and the potential contributions to climate change. Is this movie mainly targeted to those born after 2010? (yes). Does it still find a way to elicit tears from some of us? (also, yes). What is the minimum number of animal sidekicks to be an official Disney princesses? (two). Join us - even though we'd rather be shinyyyy!2024-02-151h 19Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 3.2 - The Emperor's New GrooveRecapping and reviewing the 2000 cult classic The Emperor's New Groove. No idea if everyone loves this movie as much as we do or as much as new guest start Maddie loves Kronk. Did we watch this late into our teens? (yes). Is Sting somehow involved? (also, yes). What does the empire have against old people? (hard to say). Join us as we try our hardest to capture the awesomeness that is this movie (its really funny we swear!)2024-01-221h 25Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 3.1 - The Little MermaidRecapping and reviewing the 1989 classic The Little Mermaid. We are back baby with our season 3 (though not The OC's for obvious reasons), switching tacks to review some of the old greats! Not surprising since nostalgia is one of the greatest forces behind this pod after all. Is this still good after all these years? (yes). Is Ariel kind of a brat? (also, yes). What is Ursula's problem? (it's murky). Join us on our latest journey!2024-01-041h 09Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.24 - The Dearly BelovedRecapping episode 24 of season 2 of The O.C.. It's a family affair as cousin Natalie joins us for the JAM PACKED season 2 finale (and our farewell to this series as we all know it only goes downhill from here). Kelly Rowan and Peter Gallagher earn their Emmy noms as we watch Kirsten finally hit rock bottom in the aftermath of Caleb's demise. Ryan finally (???) puts the puzzle together about what happened with Trey and Marissa (actually, thank you Summer) and their confrontation leads to one of the most iconic uses of music in TV history, but not before the...2023-06-161h 24Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.23 - The O.SeaRecapping episode 23 of season 2 of The O.C.. Surf industry veteran Adam joins us for the penultimate episode of the season! Kirsten and Sandy deal with the aftermath of her shockingly not fatal car accident while being completely unaware of what is going on with their children (Ryan running off to Chino on his Trey mission and Seth inexplicably meeting George Lucas??). Marissa's event planning capability is tested for the prom (and by some of us), and we appreciate Caleb and Julie sorta but it ends with another body in the pool (too soon?). Also Summer and Zach are...2023-06-081h 18Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.22 - The ShowdownRecapping episode 22 of season 2 of The O.C.. Power guest Ellen returns for the second time this season (much to our surprise) to breakdown our next episode (and the merits of the series' storytelling capabilities). Kirsten is SPIRALING, Sandy is still winning all of our hearts, Jess is doing her best Peeves impression, Trey is hanging on by a thread, Marissa is falling apart, and poor Ryan just wants everyone to get along. There is also MORE comic book stuff (snooze).2023-05-251h 15Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.21 - The Return of the NanaRecapping episode 21 of season 2 of The O.C.. We tackle one of the more serious episodes (at least in part) with returning champion Nickel! Bienvenido a Miami as Sandy, Seth, and Ryan visit the Nana. Seth's superfluous storyline is overshadowed by an all time Sandy plot getting rid of "Bobby." Meanwhile, Kirsten is finally over the edge re: Carter, and the Marissa / Trey interaction takes a dark turn.2023-05-111h 24Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.20 - The O.C. ConfidentialRecapping episode 20 of season 2 of The O.C.. Finally adhering to a legitimate schedule, we return with guest star Billy lending his expertise on 2000s mens fashion, high school parties for cool teens, and what exactly Zach is trying to do with Summer and Seth this ep. Ryan and Marissa also play undercover cop (???) to save Trey with Sandy's blessing (also ???), while Kirsten's stock trends even further down with us from the latest Carter scenario.2023-05-041h 23Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.19 - The RagerRecapping episode 19 of season 2 of The O.C.. Buckle up for the last gasp of season 2. Kirsten continues her petty parade (read: Carter crush), Lance actually seems not terrible and bonds with Julie, and Marissa inserts herself unnecessarily into Ryan's relationship with Trey and is shocked when it leads to some growing tension (um... duh?). We are also completely out on Seth and the boresville comic storyline.2023-04-201h 02Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.18 - The Risky BusinessRecapping episode 18 of season 2 of The O.C.. A fun episode as we are now firmly in the last act of the season! Trey's refusal to admit he needs help getting his new life started leads to some friction with Ryan and hijinks ensue around this and the event of the week / non-charity yard sale. The comic book also resurfaces from centuries ago (yawn), and Carter is still around.2023-03-021h 01Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.17 - The Brother's GrimmRecapping episode 17 of season 2 of The O.C.. We are back with what feels like a set up episode for the remainder of the season. *New character/actor alert* as Ryan's loose cannon older brother Trey literally kicks and pushes himself into the plot. Kirsten also feels guilty as her crush on Carter sort of gets exposed (though not as exposed as Julie is this ep). Summer, Seth, and Marissa also participate in the episode.2023-02-161h 02Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.16 - The Blaze of GloryRecapping episode 16 of season 2 of The O.C.. After an unplanned break for the holidays (sure!) we are back with another mostly lighthearted O.C. classic ep. Marissa becomes relevant again, Ryan gets a little more pep in his step, Sandy and Julie are still trying to deal with Lance, and the Kirsten crush on Carter is reaching uncomfortable levels. We also say a weirdly abrupt goodbye to Olivia Wilde.2023-01-2659 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.15 - The MallpisodeRecapping episode 15 of season 2 of The O.C.. An instant classic as we FINALLY get the gang all back together for a full episode that is honestly also kind of random, but still great. The Sandy and Kirsten stuff takes another twist as Carter and his bad style enter the picture, and we start to root for Julie again.2022-12-081h 00Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.14 - The Rainy Day WomenRecapping episode 14 of season 2 of The O.C.. We FINALLY say good riddance to this season's B team by axing both Lindsay and Rebecca in one cleansing episode that gets us ready for the remainder of the season. Seth and Summer finally fully circle back, and we see Marissa becoming relevant on the horizon.2022-11-181h 09Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.13 - The Father Knows BestRecapping episode 13 of season 2 of The O.C.. This episode has everything: Ryan in the middle of someone else's family drama, Summer / Seth / Zach triangle, classic Julie behavior, uninspired Marissa performance, the ongoing Sandy and Kirsten rift, and Bevin's eureka moment as to why we hate Lindsay so much.2022-11-041h 08Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.12 - The Lonely Hearts ClubRecapping episode 12 of season 2 of The O.C.. We are joined by a special guest (!!!) as we watch Sandy continue to spectacularly bungle the Rebecca situation. Ryan and Lindsay still could not be more boring, and the meta comic book pitch in San Diego stinks baby (literally and figuratively!). Marissa is also still grasping for meaning within the show and Julie returns.2022-10-201h 12Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.11 - The Second ChanceRecapping episode 11 of season 2 of The O.C.. In a truly baffling turn for his character, Sandy tries to hide Rebecca's presence from Kirsten (unsuccessfully), thus beginning their relationship spiral that is the second half of the season. We are in a Seth, Summer, Zach triangle redux, Caleb still randomly hates Ryan, and the writers are still grasping for a Marissa plot line.2022-10-0653 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.10 - The AccompliceRecapping episode 10 of season 2 of The O.C.. In this clear transition episode from phase 1 to phase 2 of the season the Sandy / Rebeccaaa storyline kicks off, the writers are still forcing the Marissa / Alex burgeoning relationship (?), along with the comic book triangle with Summer, Zach and Seth. Caleb also really Hates Ryan and it catches us all off guard.2022-09-2258 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.9 - The Ex FactorRecapping episode 9 of season 2 of The O.C.. Summer is over! Join us as we bounce back from last episode's snoozefest. There are dueling "nights out" between the girls and the guys and drama ensues, the parents aren't really a factor, and we get some forced segues into the second part of the season along with a lesson in how not to care for a drunk friend.2022-09-081h 03Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.8 - The Power of LoveRecapping episode 8 of season 2 of The O.C.. Join us as we muddle our way through this episode, just like its plot. Randomly unclear motivations and feelings from Sandy and Kirsten confuse all of us, and the boys are in trouble for doing teenage stuff for the first time in a while. Yes, Lindsay is still around...2022-08-251h 00Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.7 - The Family TiesRecapping episode 7 of season 2 of The O.C.. We FINALLY get a (mostly) believable range of emotions from Marissa as we say good riddance to Jimmy (sadly not for forever), and everyone else is just kind of along for the ride, including poor DJ. Ryan and Lindsay also continue to bore us to death with all their talk.2022-08-0459 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.6 - The Chrismukkah That Almost Wasn'tRecapping episode 6 of season 2 of The O.C.. We're back for another classic episode where the bubbling Caleb drama finally boils over in spectacular fashion. All of the adults look bad this ep, with the kids as the saving grace. We also briefly feel bad for Lindsay, but she still manages to annoy us more.2022-07-2152 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.5 - The SnO.C.Recapping episode 5 of season 2 of The O.C.. Marissa impresses us with her party planning abilities while the kids plots are kind of more of the same? We finally get the Caleb secret reveal / the reason we have been forced to suffer through Lindsay's presence all this time. Jimmy and Julie engage in a storyline no one asked for (but saw coming from a mile away).2022-07-0757 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.4 - The New EraRecapping episode 4 of season 2 of The O.C.. We are back at the Bait Shop for another (better) music centric episode around the Killers! Stuff is still percolating with Caleb that we can barely care about and we are fully out of Lindsay at this point. Also DJ makes his triumphant return, this time wearing shirts.2022-06-161h 00Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.3 - The New Kids on the BlockRecapping episode 3 of season 2 of The O.C.. Ryan finally gets his own storyline not about Seth or Marissa, unfortunately it involves rude newcomer Lindsay (who will never win us back). Caleb makes a truly incomprehensible decision about "the company" post arrest. And shockingly, Seth still stinks but at least the show seems to be aware of it now?2022-06-021h 04Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.2 - The Way We WereRecapping episode 2 of season 2 of The O.C.. In the longest first day of school ever, Ryan and Seth want to pretend the last three months didn't happen, Summer is having none of it (good for her!!), and Marissa uses Ryan's return to excuse day drinking at school and using the "yard guy" DJ. Also some stuff is uncovered about Caleb that gets him arrested (!!) and we continue to not care about anything Jimmy related.2022-05-261h 00Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 2.1 - The DistanceWE ARE BACK BABY - recapping episode 1 of season 2 of The O.C.. We revisit the terrible course of action / fake adult life that Teresa and Ryan decided (?) was their only solution at the end of season 1, Seth continues to be the absolute worst, and Marissa drinks alone / offers up her "meltdown" performance for our Emmy consideration.2022-05-1958 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.27 - The Ties That BindRecapping episode 27 of season 1 of The O.C.. In this SEASON FINALE, we acknowledge that once again, some logical decision making and good old communication could have completely replaced an entire storyline. Ryan rides off into the literal (but definitely not figurative) sunset with Teresa and "the baby." Julie and Caleb get married at some point (honestly we were underwhelmed) and Seth still stinks! Stand by for when we pick back up with season 2, we need to give our minds a bit of a break from trying to figure these people out.2021-09-091h 01Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.26 - The StripRecapping episode 26 of season 1 of The O.C.. In perhaps the worst episode of the season, "the boys" head to Vegas for inexplicable reasons, Julie and Haley get in the most evenly matched fight we've seen on the show (sorry Ryan), and Caleb is shady again, also spoiler alert Jimmy still stinks. Only one left for the season after this! Thankfully, we all know the finale will be much better than this ep.2021-09-0358 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.25 - The ShowerRecapping episode 25 of season 1 of The O.C.. Teresa is back in the mix to kick off a battle between Ryan and Sandy for who has the bigger savior complex as the show again half-heartedly addresses stereotypical "poor people problems." Caleb and Julie also throw the ugliest wedding shower of all time and Marissa starts being broody again.2021-08-2659 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.24 - The ProposalRecapping episode 24 of season 1 of The O.C.. Our attention spans get shorter and shorter as we reach the home stretch of season 1. Luke sadly spirals further before ultimately leaving Newport for Portland (way ahead of the trend!). Some other stuff happens with the Lighthouse (???), and Caleb proposes to Julie kind of out of nowhere.2021-08-1952 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.23 - The NanaRecapping episode 23 of season 1 of The O.C.. We slog through another late season episode with another Teresa appearance (sadly not for the last time). Ryan is in full-on savior mode after Marissa "took off" when she found out about Julie and Luke, Seder dinner is happening at the Cohen house - rife with family dramz, and Jimmy stinks again (still?).2021-08-131h 01Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.22 - The LARecapping episode 22 of season 1 of The O.C.. Another snoozefest sees the Julie / Luke debacle finally go down in flames (as we knew it would) when Marissa finds out. The gang goes to LA inexplicably and there is also some Sandy / Jimmy restaurant stuff all the adults are getting in on now.2021-08-0559 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.21 - The Goodbye GirlRecapping episode 21 of season 1 of The O.C.. The Ryan / Teresa story drags to an end (for now) with Ryan on the losing end of a fist fight for the millionth time. Seth is verklempt over Ana's departure, but in true form makes it about himself. Marissa shows some real emotional growth that impresses us.2021-07-291h 04Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.20 - The TelenovelaRecapping episode 20 of season 1 of The O.C.. We sleepwalk through an episode mostly centered around a snooze-fest Teresa / Ryan storyline. Seth engages in a very public display of affection towards Summer that gives us major second hand cringe, and we've done a complete 180 on Ana. Also Julie and Luke are still a thing and it still makes us sad.2021-07-221h 07Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.19 - The HeartbreakRecapping episode 19 of season 1 of The O.C.. We're back after an impromptu break last week! Marissa's cringeworthy attempts to pretend Oliver never existed rightfully fall flat with Ryan. Meanwhile, two sex storylines we definitely didn't need, and feel very uncomfortable discussing.2021-07-151h 07Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.18 - The TruthRecapping episode 18 of season 1 of The O.C.. Luke is the only one who backs up Ryan and tries to figure out what Oliver's deal is, earning the MVF (most valuable friend) award in the process, while Marissa continues to infuriate us all. Seth is also the worst and gets dumped by Ana (finally).2021-07-011h 10Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.17 - The RivalsRecapping episode 17 of season 1 of The O.C.. The gloves are literally off as Ryan becomes more and more concerned about Oliver's presence while everyone else is seemingly oblivious. Meanwhile, Julie isn't the absolute worst for once, and Sandy decides to rescue Jimmy by going into the restaurant business?? (with special guest gabber!)2021-06-241h 23Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.16 - The LinksRecapping episode 16 of season 1 of The O.C.. In one of the most rage inducing episodes of the season, Marissa continues to be oblivious about Oliver's intentions, Summer annoys everyone on purpose, and Caleb doesn't deny he loves Hailey more than Kirsten.2021-06-171h 14Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.15 - The Third WheelRecapping episode 15 of season 1 of The O.C.. We get the first band-centric episode as the gang goes to see Rooney. Ryan is the only one who is a little suspicious of Oliver since Marissa is too clueless and Seth is too self-involved. Meanwhile, Hailey annoys everyone, including us, as the worst guest of all time.2021-06-101h 08Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.14 - The CountdownRecapping episode 14 of season 1 of The O.C.. Marissa leans on Oliver, who she barely knows, when Ryan doesn't say "i love you" back immediately. Meanwhile, Kirsten has an existential crisis because her "wild" younger sister Haley appears out of nowhere and gets into her head about her lovely marriage with Sandy.2021-06-031h 01Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.13 - The Best Chrismukkah EverRecapping episode 13 of season 1 of The O.C.. It's officially "the holidays" and we mercifully conclude the Balboa Heights storyline, learn that Seth doesn't deserve Summer or Ana, and see Marissa finally realize that going to therapy could actually be good for her.2021-05-271h 06Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.12 - The SecretRecapping episode 12 of season 1 of The O.C.. Big episode for people to jump on the Luke Bandwagon, as he handles a life-altering situation incredibly well for his age. Meanwhile, Seth deals with the fallout of his duplicity on Thanksgiving and Kirsten and Sandy continue to give Jimmy and Julie help and advice despite them not really deserving it.2021-05-201h 11Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.11 - The HomecomingRecapping episode 11 of season 1 of The O.C.. It's Thanksgiving and Marissa is finally on the upswing as she and Ryan go back to Chino, Seth sketchily has multiple makeouts with Summer and Anna, and Kirsten binge drinks instead of telling Caleb to hit the bricks. (with special guest gabber joining us!)2021-05-131h 14Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.10 - The Perfect CoupleRecapping episode 10 of season 1 of The O.C.. Julie reemerges only to make Marissa angry with her again, Sandy and Kirsten continue to be at odds "about the case," and Seth obliviously starts a love triangle.2021-05-061h 03Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.9 - The HeightsRecapping episode 9 of season 1 of The O.C.. Ryan and Seth experience the rollercoaster of emotions known as "flirting with someone you kind of like in the high school hallway," while Sandy is at odds with Kirsten over a "career-making" civil lawsuit about wetlands in the area? (we don't really get it either)2021-04-291h 00Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.8 - The RescueRecapping episode 8 of season 1 of The O.C.. Ryan unnecessarily risks his future to save Marissa yet again, while Julie and Jimmy continue to add to their awful parenting record.2021-04-221h 07Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.7 - The EscapeRecapping episode 7 of season 1 of The O.C.. The gang has their weekend in Tijuana derailed by Marissa, while Jimmy continues to disappoint.2021-04-121h 05Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.6 - The GirlfriendRecapping episode 6 of season 1 of The O.C.. Ryan is the victim of Marissa's self-doubt yet again while also being taken advantage of by an older women, and Kirsten's unhealthy relationship with her father is explored.2021-04-031h 03Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.5 - The OutsiderRecapping episode 5 of season 1 of The O.C.. Sparks don't fly between Ryan and Marissa, and Jimmy is upset his illegal actions may have consequences.2021-03-281h 12Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.4 - The DebutRecapping episode 4 of season 1 of The O.C.. The teenage girls of Newport continue to have antiquated relationship notions forced on them; Jimmy, Sandy and Ryan all get punched.2021-03-2159 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.3 - The GambleRecapping episode 3 of season 1 of The O.C.. Kirsten does a 180 and Dawn gets drunk! 2021-03-191h 03Once Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.2 - The Model HomeRecapping episode 2 of season 1 of The O.C.. Marissa is an angry teen and Ryan is the victim of attempted murder.2021-03-1949 minOnce Upon A Gab Shack - A Nostalgic Sister RecapEpisode 1.1 - The PilotJoin Us! Recapping episode 1 of season 1 of The O.C.. Life in Newport Beach, CA isn't as great as they want you to think, Ryan could get in more trouble where he is from (read: the wrong side of the tracks in Chino, CA).2021-03-1853 min