I Tried Watching Sex and the City Over 10 Times—And I Still Don’t Get It. What Am I Missing? I’ve given Sex and the City more chances than I’d like to admit. Over 10 times, I’ve sat down, tried to engage with the adventures of Carrie Bradshaw and her three friends, and each time, I’ve walked away scratching my head. As a guy, I keep asking myself: what am I missing? This show is iconic, praised by critics and adored by millions, but somehow, it just doesn’t click for me. So, I decided to explore why Sex and the City is such a big deal and what men (like me) might be overlooking when watching this cult favorite. The Essence of Sex and the City At its core, Sex and the City isn’t just a show about fashion, shoes, and men. Yes, those topics are all part of the package, but at its heart, it’s a series about female friendship, independence, and navigating life in New York City. The show hit screens in the late ’90s, a time when women’s voices and stories were still fighting to t...