On this week's episode, Charlotte Alter sits down with the iconic Candace Bushnell – the creative force behind the cultural phenomenon "Sex and the City." Bushnell shares her journey from her childhood in Connecticut to becoming a leading figure in the New York City publishing scene, and ultimately, a worldwide influencer. They delve into the glamorous, grueling world of 1970s NYC, the evolution of feminism, and the shifting dynamics of the publishing industry. Plus, Candace offers a rare glimpse into what it feels like to create a global sensation that forever shapes pop culture. 

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