It’s the final episode! (For real this time!) We’re not actually ready to let go, but we’re going to do our best impression of it as we take a few minutes to thank YOU for listening to this absolutely absurd, funny, ridiculous journey that you let us take for the last few years.

Somehow - through all the highs and lows; the Abbys, Eves, and Audreys; love triangles, fist fights, and boat crashes; film school and a Lennon-era; “it’s just lipstick,” friendchem, and chemchem - we have arrived here. The series finale of Dawson Screek. Season 6, Episode 24 - “Must Come to an End” From streaming: As the seriousness of Jen's condition becomes apparent, Dawson and his friends seek to resolve their longstanding differences.

It’s the beginning of the end, so let’s talk wedding fakeouts, addiction fakeouts, and the storyline we wish was a fakeout. Season 6, Episode 23 - “All Good Things..” From streaming: Five years into the future, Dawson and his friends reunite for his mother's wedding in Capeside.

Before we land this plane, Kim and Zazz revisit the pilot. Episode 1, Season 1 - “Pilot” From Netflix: A pair of childhood friends must cope with their emerging sexuality.

There’s so much to talk about here (the VoiceOver. The “Joey’s in Paris” hair. Dawson’s Maj-Mosh.), but we can’t not mention that this is Gina Fattore’s last episode. Season 6, Episode 22 - “Joey Potter and the Capeside Redemption” From streaming: With the future of his movie in doubt, Joey rallies their friends to help Dawson finally realize his dream.

Out: D Town B Town. Worthington Original. The dorm. In: Jen’s mom. High tea at the Sugar Shack. The Dawson/Pacey/Joey triangle. Season 6, Episode 21 - “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” From streaming: As Pacey struggles to tell Dawson about his costly investment debacle, Jen conspires to enlist her mom in helping Grams face her bout with cancer.

Punches, Dear Joey letters, green paint, and LL Bean catalogs… We’re headed towards the end now! Season 6, Episode 20 - “Catch-22” From streaming: As Eddie surprises Joey with an elaborate end-of-the-school-year gift, Pacey's dreams come crashing down on the heels of a favorite stock's meltdown.

Life is full of ups and downs, while this episode is just full of downs. Do we love Jen getting screen time? Of course! Do we hate that it’s in this episode? Of course! Season 6, Episode 19 - “Lovelines” From streaming: A benefit session of Lovelines exposes the problems brewing between Joey and Eddie, Jen and C.J., and Jack and David.

Watch this episode to learn two important life skills - how to be your own muse and hurt your own feelings! Season 6, Episode 17 - “Sex and Violence” From Hulu: As Joey is drafted to fill in as Pacey's assistant, Dawson is tempted with an offer to make a film that he doesn't really believe in.

Just like a seal, this episode is full of pure sexiness. Plus, in this episode of a podcast about the show Dawson’s Creek, let’s talk about West Wing and ER! Season 6, Episode 17 - “Sex and Violence” From Hulu: As Joey is drafted to fill in as Pacey's assistant, Dawson is tempted with an offer to make a film that he doesn't really believe in.

The way these main storylines would have been better served if the characters were 10 years older than they are… (plus, high fives, heart events, and smoothies) Season 6, Episode 16 - “That Was Then” From Max: As Dawson returns to Capeside High to discuss his career, Pacey is drawn back home by his father’s heart attack.

Pacey and Joey are stuck in a K-Mart, while Zazz and Kim are stuck in production mode. Learn all about bottle episodes and product placement! Season 6, Episode 15 - “Castaways” From Max: In his rush to make a hastily arranged date with a beautiful stranger, Pacey ends up locked inside a store for the night with Joey.

Jack and Pacey have a new TV, so naturally… it’s time to throw a rager. Drunk Joey, rich Pacey, and a detailed lesson on IP library rights and why you should buy the media you love. Season 6, Episode 14 - “Clean and Sober” From Max: Pacey and Jack throw a party that is replete with surprises. A visit to see Audrey in rehab brings Dawson face to face with a moviemaking legend.

An episode about Dawson being a director and it being harder than he thought it would be? Oh buddy… sign us up! Season 6, Episode 13 - “Rock Bottom” From Max: Joey enlists Eddie for a cross-country trek to get Audrey into rehab. Dawson finds that directing in Hollywood is going to be harder than he thought.

Eddie’s back! Audrey’s back. And Jen’s hair is, um… it’s really something. Season 6, Episode 12 - “All the Right Moves” From Max: As Audrey gets a second chance and Pacey is offered an unexpected promotion at work, Joey is reunited with Eddie.

This episode was recorded months ago, so listen in as Kim talks about learning about Travis Kelce and Fridays. Plus: Zazz’s prom dream, Dawson’s dreams come true on accident, Joey books a babysitting gig, Jen’s got a little bit of a storyline, and Pacey’s about to be very disappointed at the aquarium. Season 6, Episode 11 - “Day Out of Days” From the streamer: As completion of the film creates an unanticipated opportunity for Dawson, Joey lands back in Boston where she comes face to face with Professor Hetson’s unruly teenage daughter.

Enjoy a little post-Christmas mayhem as we discuss The Bear, the cat playing in a bag, Zazz’s fervent reading, and, when we have time, the Christmas episode of Dawson’s Creek. (Also some very outdated celeb news) Season 6, Episode 10 - “Merry Mayhem” From Max: An out-of-control Audrey brings Christmas dinner at the Leery’s literally crashing down.

Joey and Eddie take it medium, Dawson and Natasha are confusing, and Kerr Smith makes his directorial debut. Plus - Stevie Spiels’ middle name, Pacey’s terrible party, Zazz loves Jeter, Kim loves About Time, and… remember commercials? Season 6, Episode 9 - “Everything Put Together Falls Apart” From Max: Dawson is jealous when Natasha is attracted to a new actor. Joey jeopardizes her scholarship by missing a final exam.

The drama! The romance! The No Doubt! Quite the setting for a first date between Joey and Eddie. Season 6, Episode 8 - “Spiderwebs” From Max: Jen’s efforts to reunite Pacey and his girlfriend at a No Doubt concert backfire upon learning the truth about C.J. and Audrey.

For a podcast about Dawson’s Creek, we spend a fair amount of time imagining what season 5 of Hart of Dixie would have been like. (Spoiler alert: we would have loved it.) Season 6, Episode 7 - “Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell” From the streamer: Audrey’s drinking forces Joey to see how her roommate’s life is spinning out of control; news that Professor Freeman is moving to Chicago presents Jack with some decisions of his own.