[s2e8] The One With The List Info

: Monica takes a job developing recipes for "Mockolate," a disgusting synthetic chocolate substitute, to meet Thanksgiving guidelines for her employer. Key Episode Data Director Mary Kay Place Writers David Crane & Marta Kauffman Main Song "With or Without You" by U2 Subplot Guest Michael McKean as Leon Rastatter Tech Fact Chandler’s laptop had 12MB of RAM and a 28K modem Production & Trivia

: Following their first kiss in the previous episode, Ross is torn between his stable relationship with Julie and his lifelong feelings for Rachel. [S2E8] The One With The List

: This served as the Thanksgiving episode for Season 2, though it is the only season without a traditional Thanksgiving-themed "bottle episode". The One With The List | Friends Central | Fandom : Monica takes a job developing recipes for

: Writers deliberately avoided a breakup scene for Ross and Julie, fearing the audience would sympathize too much with them over Ross and Rachel. The One With The List | Friends Central

: Phoebe’s line about the Mockolate cookies was originally "These must be the cookies they serve in Hell," but was changed because Lisa Kudrow couldn't stop laughing during filming.

: Ross ultimately chooses Rachel and breaks up with Julie, but Rachel accidentally finds the printed list. She is deeply hurt by his "cons" for her, which include being "just a waitress," "kind of ditzy," and having "chubby ankles".

: Encouraged by Chandler and Joey, Ross uses Chandler’s new high-end laptop to create a "pros and cons" list comparing the two women.