Lorelai Gilmore might be the most celebrated single mom in pop culture. She’s fun, independent, capable, and playful. Everyone in Stars Hollow loves her!But is this experience relatable for other single moms? Today, Jackie and Catherine discuss how single motherhood is viewed in the U.S., and compare Lorelai’s experience to other single moms on Gilmore Girls, including Liz, Anna, and Mrs. Kim. When women become mothers, do they get to have their own desires and needs? Can they meaningfully ask for support? We get into some meaty topics today, like individualism, choice, and poverty.Plus…should we blame Liz for Jess’ bad boy behavior? Join us for this juicy conversation.?Remember, this is not a spoiler-free podcast, so everything is on the table! (We also have some spoilers for Season 2 of And Just Like That.)?Produced with support from Studio 20 South. Cover art by MGI Studios.?We’d love to hear from you. Come join the conversation on Instagram or Facebook?If you’re a fan, be a doll (in our best Babette voice) and leave a review & share with a friend. Copperboom!