Season 1, episode 14: “That Damn Donna Reed” Original air date: February 22, 2001 Directed by: Michael Katleman Written by: Daniel Palladino Summary: A viewing of The Donna Reed Show touches off an argument between Rory and Dean about women’s roles. When Lorelai loses track of a baby chick Rory is hosting for a school …

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Season 1, episode 5: “Cinnamon’s Wake” Original air date: November 2, 2000 Directed by: Michael Katleman Written by: Daniel Palladino IMDb summary: Lorelai is struck by two deaths; Lorelai decides to finally confront Max with her feelings for him, and he tackles his feelings as well (IMDb). Indigenous Land Acknowledgment: In beginning my work on …

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