60 acast.com When Rom Met Com https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com en Jack and Nora romantic, comedy,romcom,romantic comedy,movies,films,chick flick,film review,theatre,Romance,rom com,rom-com Jack and Nora Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time to see if they “had us at hello”, or were a “big mistake - huge”! New episodes on Wednesdays wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more at https://linktr.ee/whenrommetcom.

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]]> Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time to see if they “had us at hello”, or were a “big mistake - huge”! New episodes on Wednesdays wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more at https://linktr.ee/whenrommetcom.

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]]> true Jack and Nora mail@whenrommet.com 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 when-rom-met-com episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2/1753868881107-a6e783e4-7151-4afa-8998-7a11dc696903.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com When Rom Met Com <![CDATA[Romcom Roundup with Tabitha Catlin: The Drama + You, Me & Tuscany + More]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT 35:49 69de98cff02f2470e9447bbd true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/romcom-roundup 69de98cff02f2470e9447bbd 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 romcom-roundup bonus 1 28.5 Jack and Nora are joined by theatre content creator Tabitha Catlin to discuss (spoiler-free!) what's going on in the world of romcoms. In this episode, Nora competes for how many f-bombs she can drop in 36 minutes, Jack is replacing Nora with Fearne Cotton, and Tabitha loves any film with Glen Powell and/or a talking dog. Head to your local cinema, grab some popcorn, and let’s celebrate the revival of the romcom!


Topics include:

  • Robert Pattinson's long-awaited comedy era
  • The irresistible charm of Halle Bailey
  • Upcoming cinema releases of romcoms (and romcom-adjacent films), including: Finding Emily (2026), One Night Only (2026), The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026), and the 25th anniversary re-releases of Bridget Jones' Diary (2001) and Legally Blonde (2001)

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Which film will be crowned the best romcom of 2026?
  • Where can we get the food in You, Me & Tuscany?

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Where to find us:

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Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by theatre content creator Tabitha Catlin to discuss (spoiler-free!) what's going on in the world of romcoms. In this episode, Nora competes for how many f-bombs she can drop in 36 minutes, Jack is replacing Nora with Fearne Cotton, and Tabitha loves any film with Glen Powell and/or a talking dog. Head to your local cinema, grab some popcorn, and let’s celebrate the revival of the romcom!


Topics include:

  • Robert Pattinson's long-awaited comedy era
  • The irresistible charm of Halle Bailey
  • Upcoming cinema releases of romcoms (and romcom-adjacent films), including: Finding Emily (2026), One Night Only (2026), The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026), and the 25th anniversary re-releases of Bridget Jones' Diary (2001) and Legally Blonde (2001)

–

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Which film will be crowned the best romcom of 2026?
  • Where can we get the food in You, Me & Tuscany?

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Where to find us:

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Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Sleepless in Seattle (1993) with Alexa Morden Sleepless in Seattle (1993) with Alexa Morden Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:57:50 GMT 1:20:22 69985be87012ce5376060805 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/sleepless-in-seattle-1993-with-alexa-morden 69985be87012ce5376060805 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 sleepless-in-seattle-1993-with-alexa-morden full 1 28 Jack and Nora are joined by actor and founder of The 98% Alexa Morden to discuss #15 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Sleepless in Seattle. In this episode, Nora hates people watching her eat, Jack and unnecessary acronyms are “MFEO”, and Alexa is woo-woo enough to believe in fate. Crank up the radio, head to Empire State Building, and let’s be in love (in a movie)!


Topics include:

  • Watching 90s romcoms through a contemporary lens
  • How Jack and Nora became friends via mild stalking
  • Romcoms where the main couple spend almost no time together

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Did any of that long list of actors regret turning down the role of Annie?
  • Should Nora date Woody from Toy Story?

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Where to find us:

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Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by actor and founder of The 98% Alexa Morden to discuss #15 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Sleepless in Seattle. In this episode, Nora hates people watching her eat, Jack and unnecessary acronyms are “MFEO”, and Alexa is woo-woo enough to believe in fate. Crank up the radio, head to Empire State Building, and let’s be in love (in a movie)!


Topics include:

  • Watching 90s romcoms through a contemporary lens
  • How Jack and Nora became friends via mild stalking
  • Romcoms where the main couple spend almost no time together

–

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Did any of that long list of actors regret turning down the role of Annie?
  • Should Nora date Woody from Toy Story?

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Where to find us:

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Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> <![CDATA[My Best Friend's Wedding (1997) with Radha and Achyutha Mamidipudi ]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:04:28 GMT 1:27:05 69985bcf435569254b9cc72f true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/my-best-friends-wedding-1997-with-radha-and-achyutha-mamidip 69985bcf435569254b9cc72f 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 my-best-friends-wedding-1997-with-radha-and-achyutha-mamidip full 1 27 Jack and Nora are joined by dynamic sibling duo Radha and Achyutha Mamidipudi to discuss #16 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: My Best Friend’s Wedding. In this episode, Nora goes slightly feral, Jack repeatedly channels Rupert Everett, Radha cannot handle suspense in cinema, and Achyutha dodges a marriage pact. Hijack a bread truck, steer clear of ice sculptures, and let’s stop and/or save this wedding!


Topics include:

  • The gold standard of romcom best friends
  • Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
  • Celine Song

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • …is Jules a bad person?
  • Is this Paul Giamatti’s greatest role???

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Where to find us:

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Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by dynamic sibling duo Radha and Achyutha Mamidipudi to discuss #16 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: My Best Friend’s Wedding. In this episode, Nora goes slightly feral, Jack repeatedly channels Rupert Everett, Radha cannot handle suspense in cinema, and Achyutha dodges a marriage pact. Hijack a bread truck, steer clear of ice sculptures, and let’s stop and/or save this wedding!


Topics include:

  • The gold standard of romcom best friends
  • Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
  • Celine Song

–

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • …is Jules a bad person?
  • Is this Paul Giamatti’s greatest role???

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Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> <![CDATA[His Girl Friday (1940) with Stephen Gregson & Michael Perone]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 01:00:00 GMT 1:08:41 69985b88a444b25f2cf70483 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/his-girl-friday-1940-with-stephen-gregson-michael-perone 69985b88a444b25f2cf70483 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 his-girl-friday-1940-with-stephen-gregson-michael-perone full 1 26 Jack and Nora are joined by their dads, artist Stephen Gregson and psychologist Michael Perone, to discuss #17 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: His Girl Friday. In this episode, Nora is a fast talker, Jack loves a scheme, Stephen is a Howard Hawks scholar, and Michael makes an argument for bad boys. Order a roast beef sandwich, print your counterfeit money, and let’s get the story!


Topics include:

  • Screwball comedies 
  • Movies currently at 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
  • The dangers of being a sex symbol

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Did Hildy ever get her honeymoon?

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us - this episode contains very brief references to racialized violence and attempted suicide, in reference to plot points in the film.


Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.


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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by their dads, artist Stephen Gregson and psychologist Michael Perone, to discuss #17 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: His Girl Friday. In this episode, Nora is a fast talker, Jack loves a scheme, Stephen is a Howard Hawks scholar, and Michael makes an argument for bad boys. Order a roast beef sandwich, print your counterfeit money, and let’s get the story!


Topics include:

  • Screwball comedies 
  • Movies currently at 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
  • The dangers of being a sex symbol

–

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Did Hildy ever get her honeymoon?

–

Content Warning: A quick heads up from us - this episode contains very brief references to racialized violence and attempted suicide, in reference to plot points in the film.


Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.


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]]> BONUS: Heated Rivalry (Season 1) with Ashley Hufford BONUS: Heated Rivalry (Season 1) with Ashley Hufford Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:30:00 GMT 1:41:24 6995c7d1435569254bd2bc69 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/bonus-heated-rivalry-season-1-with-ashley-hufford 6995c7d1435569254bd2bc69 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 bonus-heated-rivalry-season-1-with-ashley-hufford full 1 25.5 Jack and Nora are joined by content creator Ashley Hufford to discuss Season 1 of Heated Rivalry. In this episode, Ashley is the queen of hockey romance, Jack takes a break from hating TV, and Nora is emotionally intense (but not at a pathological level). Crack open a ginger ale, stretch out your hip flexors, and let’s hit the ice (/ that ass)!


Topics include:

  • Buffy the Vampire Slayer
  • Jacob Tierney’s respect for the romance genre
  • Sexting

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Will the industry finally take the right lesson from Heated Rivalry’s success???
  • Will the chokehold this show has on us ever loosen? (We do not ever want this problem to ever go away.)

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Spoiler Alert: This episode discusses all of Season 1, plus a few light spoilers from the Game Changers book series (Game Changer, Heated Rivalry, Role Model, The Long Game). It does not, however, contain spoilers for Joker: Folie à Deux (2024).


Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by content creator Ashley Hufford to discuss Season 1 of Heated Rivalry. In this episode, Ashley is the queen of hockey romance, Jack takes a break from hating TV, and Nora is emotionally intense (but not at a pathological level). Crack open a ginger ale, stretch out your hip flexors, and let’s hit the ice (/ that ass)!


Topics include:

  • Buffy the Vampire Slayer
  • Jacob Tierney’s respect for the romance genre
  • Sexting

–

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Will the industry finally take the right lesson from Heated Rivalry’s success???
  • Will the chokehold this show has on us ever loosen? (We do not ever want this problem to ever go away.)

–

Spoiler Alert: This episode discusses all of Season 1, plus a few light spoilers from the Game Changers book series (Game Changer, Heated Rivalry, Role Model, The Long Game). It does not, however, contain spoilers for Joker: Folie à Deux (2024).


Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> <![CDATA[Down with Love (2003) with Helen O'Hara]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:30:00 GMT 1:20:43 6995c78b7012ce53763dc224 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/down-with-love-2003-with-helen-ohara 6995c78b7012ce53763dc224 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 down-with-love-2003-with-helen-ohara full 1 25 Jack and Nora are joined by film journalist, author, and editor at [redacted] Helen O’Hara to discuss #18 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Down With Love. In this episode, Nora doesn’t have a chance with David Hyde Pierce, Jack channels his 13-year-old self, and Helen wants you to suspend your disbelief when watching romcoms. Coordinate your outfits, jump into (or out of) a helicopter, and let’s enjoy some sex à la carte!


Topics include:

  • The mysteries of the cinema box office
  • Accidentally making eye contact with celebrities 
  • Animal Attraction (2001)

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Why wasn’t Down With Love more successful on its release?

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Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by film journalist, author, and editor at [redacted] Helen O’Hara to discuss #18 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Down With Love. In this episode, Nora doesn’t have a chance with David Hyde Pierce, Jack channels his 13-year-old self, and Helen wants you to suspend your disbelief when watching romcoms. Coordinate your outfits, jump into (or out of) a helicopter, and let’s enjoy some sex à la carte!


Topics include:

  • The mysteries of the cinema box office
  • Accidentally making eye contact with celebrities 
  • Animal Attraction (2001)

–

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Why wasn’t Down With Love more successful on its release?

–

Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Anora (2024) with Macadie Amoroso Anora (2024) with Macadie Amoroso Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:15:00 GMT 1:19:10 6995c76d7012ce53763db777 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/anora-2024-with-macadie-amoroso 6995c76d7012ce53763db777 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 anora-2024-with-macadie-amoroso full 1 24 Jack and Nora are joined by actor, writer, and director Macadie Amoroso to discuss #19 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Anora. In this episode, Nora reveals her best and worst opinion, Jack has a heart of stone, and Macadie is living life on the edge. Freshen up your manicure (manifesting $$$), head to Vegas, and let’s chase our fairytale!


Topics include:

  • Pretty Woman (1990)
  • Intimacy Coordinators
  • Robbie Williams and Take That

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Is Anora a romantic comedy?

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— this episode contains lengthy discussions of rape culture, simulated violence against women/ sex workers, and vulnerability and power dynamics (both on film sets and in the world in general).

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Where to find us:

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Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by actor, writer, and director Macadie Amoroso to discuss #19 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Anora. In this episode, Nora reveals her best and worst opinion, Jack has a heart of stone, and Macadie is living life on the edge. Freshen up your manicure (manifesting $$$), head to Vegas, and let’s chase our fairytale!


Topics include:

  • Pretty Woman (1990)
  • Intimacy Coordinators
  • Robbie Williams and Take That

–

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Is Anora a romantic comedy?

–

Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— this episode contains lengthy discussions of rape culture, simulated violence against women/ sex workers, and vulnerability and power dynamics (both on film sets and in the world in general).

–

Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998) with Erika Ehler How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998) with Erika Ehler Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT 54:55 6994f9211774b22d5aef7a3c true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/how-stella-got-her-groove-back-1998-with-erika-ehler 6994f9211774b22d5aef7a3c 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 how-stella-got-her-groove-back-1998-with-erika-ehler full 1 23 Jack and Nora are joined by Emmy-nominated comedian and writer Erika Ehler to discuss #20 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: How Stella Got Her Groove Back. In this episode, Nora reveals her favorite romcom kiss of all time, Jack shares his milkshake-related trauma, and Erika extolls the virtues of Canadian stove top stuffing. Pack your running gear, fly off to Jamaica, and let’s track down our titular “groove”!


Topics include:

  • Age-gap relationships (again)
  • Television legal drama Kevin Hill (2004-2005)
  • Angela Bassett and Whoopi Goldberg’s sparkling on-screen chemistry

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • What’s wrong with renting Booty Call and The Lion King?
  • Why didn’t Victor Garber get a credit?

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Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by Emmy-nominated comedian and writer Erika Ehler to discuss #20 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: How Stella Got Her Groove Back. In this episode, Nora reveals her favorite romcom kiss of all time, Jack shares his milkshake-related trauma, and Erika extolls the virtues of Canadian stove top stuffing. Pack your running gear, fly off to Jamaica, and let’s track down our titular “groove”!


Topics include:

  • Age-gap relationships (again)
  • Television legal drama Kevin Hill (2004-2005)
  • Angela Bassett and Whoopi Goldberg’s sparkling on-screen chemistry

–

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • What’s wrong with renting Booty Call and The Lion King?
  • Why didn’t Victor Garber get a credit?

–

Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005) with Charlie Dinkin The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005) with Charlie Dinkin Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:23:15 GMT 1:23:16 698bda055fc77c9327b7cf17 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/the-40-year-old-virgin-2005-with-charlie-dinkin 698bda055fc77c9327b7cf17 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 the-40-year-old-virgin-2005-with-charlie-dinkin full 1 22 Jack and Nora are joined by performer, writer, and producer Charlie Dinkin to discuss #21 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: The 40-Year-Old Virgin. In this episode, Nora is fixated on orthodontia, Charlie has a personal vendetta against Funko Pops, and Jack reveals what the boys are really talking about. Wax your chest, power up your cutting-edge combo VHS/DVD player, and let’s get some f***ing French toast!


Topics include:

  • 2000s-2010s romcoms (and why they’re largely missing from this list)
  • There’s Something About Mary (1998) and zipper-related trauma
  • Songs we had to sing in school 

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Does that Viagra match trick actually work?

–

Content warning: Much like this film, this episode goes to some weird and potentially uncomfortable places - from penis-related body horror to pornography to discussions of homophobia and of misogyny (particularly the fear/ threat of violence against women) hinted at in parts of the film. Please tread carefully if these are sensitive topics!

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Where to find us:

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Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by performer, writer, and producer Charlie Dinkin to discuss #21 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: The 40-Year-Old Virgin. In this episode, Nora is fixated on orthodontia, Charlie has a personal vendetta against Funko Pops, and Jack reveals what the boys are really talking about. Wax your chest, power up your cutting-edge combo VHS/DVD player, and let’s get some f***ing French toast!


Topics include:

  • 2000s-2010s romcoms (and why they’re largely missing from this list)
  • There’s Something About Mary (1998) and zipper-related trauma
  • Songs we had to sing in school 

–

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Does that Viagra match trick actually work?

–

Content warning: Much like this film, this episode goes to some weird and potentially uncomfortable places - from penis-related body horror to pornography to discussions of homophobia and of misogyny (particularly the fear/ threat of violence against women) hinted at in parts of the film. Please tread carefully if these are sensitive topics!

–

Where to find us:

–

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Moonstruck (1987) with The Theater Lovers Moonstruck (1987) with The Theater Lovers Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:20:33 GMT 1:08:38 691ce5bf7b9e972a6b3426ad true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/moonstruck-1987-with-the-theater-lovers 691ce5bf7b9e972a6b3426ad 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 moonstruck-1987-with-the-theater-lovers full 1 21 Jack and Nora are joined by Rachael Joyce and Will Anderson, the meme-making power couple behind “The Theater Lovers” to discuss #22 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Moonstruck. In this episode, Jack explains the rules of curses, Rachel finds kinship with Bobo the career server, Will shares his deeply-held philosophy on Nicolas Cage, and Nora wants everyone to know that she is ¼ Italian. Hang on to your hand/ bride/ pack of dogs, do NOT order the oily fish, and let’s go to the opera!


Topics include:

  • The magic of the moon
  • Cher’s hair
  • “American cheating”

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • When did Loretta take the Lord’s name in vain (twice)? 

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Where to find us:

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Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by Rachael Joyce and Will Anderson, the meme-making power couple behind “The Theater Lovers” to discuss #22 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Moonstruck. In this episode, Jack explains the rules of curses, Rachel finds kinship with Bobo the career server, Will shares his deeply-held philosophy on Nicolas Cage, and Nora wants everyone to know that she is ¼ Italian. Hang on to your hand/ bride/ pack of dogs, do NOT order the oily fish, and let’s go to the opera!


Topics include:

  • The magic of the moon
  • Cher’s hair
  • “American cheating”

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • When did Loretta take the Lord’s name in vain (twice)? 

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]]> Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) with Pilar Alessandra Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) with Pilar Alessandra Wed, 28 Jan 2026 01:00:00 GMT 1:05:48 691ce57d589629f7d6ef9a6b true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/four-weddings-and-a-funeral-1994-with-pilar-alessandra 691ce57d589629f7d6ef9a6b 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 four-weddings-and-a-funeral-1994-with-pilar-alessandra full 1 20 Jack and Nora are joined by screenwriting coach, author, and podcaster Pilar Alessandra to discuss #23 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Four Weddings and a Funeral. In this episode, Nora does some impressive mental gymnastics to justify one infamous line, Jack reveals the worst joke he’s ever written, and Pilar is definitely not pro-bonnet. Dust off your best suit/ floppy hairdo, do NOT forget the rings, and let’s head to the chapel (x4)!


Topics include:

  • Who Charles should have ended up with (and who should have won an Oscar)
  • Best man speeches
  • Paddington 2 (2017)

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Who is Pilar’s favorite - Jack or Nora? 
  • Why is it called a honeymoon???

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by screenwriting coach, author, and podcaster Pilar Alessandra to discuss #23 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Four Weddings and a Funeral. In this episode, Nora does some impressive mental gymnastics to justify one infamous line, Jack reveals the worst joke he’s ever written, and Pilar is definitely not pro-bonnet. Dust off your best suit/ floppy hairdo, do NOT forget the rings, and let’s head to the chapel (x4)!


Topics include:

  • Who Charles should have ended up with (and who should have won an Oscar)
  • Best man speeches
  • Paddington 2 (2017)

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Who is Pilar’s favorite - Jack or Nora? 
  • Why is it called a honeymoon???

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Where to find us:

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]]> How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003) with Megan Chacalos How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003) with Megan Chacalos Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT 1:09:38 691ce562295fc6e848d3ff56 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/how-to-lose-a-guy-in-10-days-2003-with-megan-chacalos 691ce562295fc6e848d3ff56 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 how-to-lose-a-guy-in-10-days-2003-with-megan-chacalos full 1 19 Jack Jerry and Nora Norason are joined by actor, writer, producer, and TikTok sensation occasionally known as “Olive Oil Girl” Megan Chacalos to discuss #24 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days. In this episode, Nora goes to bat for Kathryn Hahn, Jack advocates for mixed-gender friendships, and Megan actually watched 27 Dresses. Cancel poker night, water your love fern, and let’s get lost!


Topics include:

  • Movie taglines 
  • Dawson’s Creek
  • Why Megan has a lifetime ban from Tinder

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Where is Stanley Tucci right now?

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Where to find us:

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]]> Jack Jerry and Nora Norason are joined by actor, writer, producer, and TikTok sensation occasionally known as “Olive Oil Girl” Megan Chacalos to discuss #24 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days. In this episode, Nora goes to bat for Kathryn Hahn, Jack advocates for mixed-gender friendships, and Megan actually watched 27 Dresses. Cancel poker night, water your love fern, and let’s get lost!


Topics include:

  • Movie taglines 
  • Dawson’s Creek
  • Why Megan has a lifetime ban from Tinder

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Where is Stanley Tucci right now?

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Where to find us:

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]]> The Apartment (1960) with Charlie Vero Martin The Apartment (1960) with Charlie Vero Martin Wed, 14 Jan 2026 01:00:00 GMT 1:10:58 691ce54e67ed28baec4b4f2a true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/the-apartment-1960-with-charlie-vero-martin 691ce54e67ed28baec4b4f2a 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 the-apartment-1960-with-charlie-vero-martin full 1 18 Jack and Nora are joined by actor, comedian, and writer Charlie Vero Martin to discuss #25 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: The Apartment. In this episode, Jack finally gets to talk about his favorite romcom, Charlie insists that every drama is really just a bad comedy, and if Mr. Sheldrake has zero haters, then Nora is dead. Hide your spare key, grab a strainer and/or tennis racquet, and let’s find out if that’s the way it crumbles (cookie-wise)!


Topics include:

  • Rental prices in New York City
  • “Baxters” in romcom writing 
  • The ins and outs of spaghetti preparation

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Who would we cast if The Apartment was being made today?

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— there are several brief references to (but no actual discussions of) a plot point involving attempted suicide, and one mention of abortion.


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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by actor, comedian, and writer Charlie Vero Martin to discuss #25 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: The Apartment. In this episode, Jack finally gets to talk about his favorite romcom, Charlie insists that every drama is really just a bad comedy, and if Mr. Sheldrake has zero haters, then Nora is dead. Hide your spare key, grab a strainer and/or tennis racquet, and let’s find out if that’s the way it crumbles (cookie-wise)!


Topics include:

  • Rental prices in New York City
  • “Baxters” in romcom writing 
  • The ins and outs of spaghetti preparation

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Who would we cast if The Apartment was being made today?

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— there are several brief references to (but no actual discussions of) a plot point involving attempted suicide, and one mention of abortion.


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]]> <![CDATA[Enchanted (2007) with Helen Arney & Hannah Roza Fisher]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:36:12 GMT 1:08:48 691ce536295fc6e848d3f35b true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/enchanted-2007-with-helen-arney-hannah-roza-fisher 691ce536295fc6e848d3f35b 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 enchanted-2007-with-helen-arney-hannah-roza-fisher full 1 17 Jack and Nora are joined by animator Hannah Roza Fisher and musical theatre writer Helen Arney to discuss #26 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Enchanted. In this episode, Jack gets creative with pronunciations, Helen is secretly a Disney executive, and Hannah and Nora are co-CEOs of the James Marsden Fan Club. Push up your poofy sleeves, summon a flock of pigeons, and let’s sing a happy little working song!


Topics include:

  • How animation and musicals (and animated musicals) fit into the world of romcoms
  • Where the one f-bomb should go in this family-friendly film
  • Patrick Dempsey’s hair

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Why is Pip from the Bronx?
  • Has anyone ever given a better performance than James Marsden as Prince Edward?
  • Are lips the only thing that touch?

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by animator Hannah Roza Fisher and musical theatre writer Helen Arney to discuss #26 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Enchanted. In this episode, Jack gets creative with pronunciations, Helen is secretly a Disney executive, and Hannah and Nora are co-CEOs of the James Marsden Fan Club. Push up your poofy sleeves, summon a flock of pigeons, and let’s sing a happy little working song!


Topics include:

  • How animation and musicals (and animated musicals) fit into the world of romcoms
  • Where the one f-bomb should go in this family-friendly film
  • Patrick Dempsey’s hair

–

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Why is Pip from the Bronx?
  • Has anyone ever given a better performance than James Marsden as Prince Edward?
  • Are lips the only thing that touch?

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]]> The Idea of You (2024) with Ashley Hufford The Idea of You (2024) with Ashley Hufford Wed, 03 Dec 2025 01:00:29 GMT 1:01:50 691ce50dd712ac48f47abacb true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/the-idea-of-you-2024-with-ashley-hufford 691ce50dd712ac48f47abacb 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 the-idea-of-you-2024-with-ashley-hufford full 1 16 Jack and Nora are joined by theatre content creator Ashley Hufford to discuss #27 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: The Idea of You. In this episode, Nora has opinions about onscreen texting, Jack really wants a sandwich, and Ashley doesn’t believe that anyone actually works in an art gallery. Grab your VIP pass, head to Coachella, and let’s feel… everything!


Topics include:

  • Differences between the book and film
  • Men written by women
  • Having a song in your heart

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Why do people hate when women are happy?

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Where to find us:

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by theatre content creator Ashley Hufford to discuss #27 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: The Idea of You. In this episode, Nora has opinions about onscreen texting, Jack really wants a sandwich, and Ashley doesn’t believe that anyone actually works in an art gallery. Grab your VIP pass, head to Coachella, and let’s feel… everything!


Topics include:

  • Differences between the book and film
  • Men written by women
  • Having a song in your heart

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Why do people hate when women are happy?

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Where to find us:

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]]> Harold and Maude (1971) with William Webb Harold and Maude (1971) with William Webb Wed, 26 Nov 2025 01:00:00 GMT 1:03:00 691289b07728b8766cc861c4 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/harold-and-maude-1971-with-william-webb 691289b07728b8766cc861c4 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 harold-and-maude-1971-with-william-webb full 1 15 Jack and Nora are joined by filmmaker William Webb to discuss #28 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Harold and Maude. In this episode, Nora pitches a circus-themed sequel, Jack has an intuitive grasp of quantum mechanics, and William drops some deep film knowledge. Steal a shovel, hot-wire a car and/or motorcycle, and let’s go dance in a field of daisies!


Topics include:

  • The Criterion Collection
  • The birth of the “manic pixie dream girl”
  • Neighborhood WhatsApp groups

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Is Sunshine Doré alive?

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us - Harold and Maude is an extremely dark comedy, and death and suicide are major recurring themes. As a result, this episode contains frequent detailed descriptions of suicide and various forms of violent self-injury (mostly fake/ staged by Harold in the story).

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by filmmaker William Webb to discuss #28 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Harold and Maude. In this episode, Nora pitches a circus-themed sequel, Jack has an intuitive grasp of quantum mechanics, and William drops some deep film knowledge. Steal a shovel, hot-wire a car and/or motorcycle, and let’s go dance in a field of daisies!


Topics include:

  • The Criterion Collection
  • The birth of the “manic pixie dream girl”
  • Neighborhood WhatsApp groups

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Is Sunshine Doré alive?

–

Content Warning: A quick heads up from us - Harold and Maude is an extremely dark comedy, and death and suicide are major recurring themes. As a result, this episode contains frequent detailed descriptions of suicide and various forms of violent self-injury (mostly fake/ staged by Harold in the story).

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]]> The Big Sick (2017) The Big Sick (2017) Wed, 19 Nov 2025 01:00:00 GMT 1:04:06 691289ca830e2623bf410618 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/the-big-sick-2017 691289ca830e2623bf410618 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 the-big-sick-2017 full 1 14 Jack and Nora are all on their own to discuss #29 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: The Big Sick. In this episode, Nora is the most sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll person Jack has ever met, and Jack outs himself as an Animorph. Grab your in-laws, hop in an Uber, and let’s find the missing cat in the research facility!


Topics include:

  • Cheeseburger mishaps
  • Arranged marriage
  • Judd Apatow and the "boy romcom"

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Which of our favorite scenes happened in real life vs. being written for the movie? 

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— as it is a recurring theme in the film, this episode contains a few brief references to post-9/11 Islamophobia and stereotyping.


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]]> Jack and Nora are all on their own to discuss #29 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: The Big Sick. In this episode, Nora is the most sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll person Jack has ever met, and Jack outs himself as an Animorph. Grab your in-laws, hop in an Uber, and let’s find the missing cat in the research facility!


Topics include:

  • Cheeseburger mishaps
  • Arranged marriage
  • Judd Apatow and the "boy romcom"

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Which of our favorite scenes happened in real life vs. being written for the movie? 

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— as it is a recurring theme in the film, this episode contains a few brief references to post-9/11 Islamophobia and stereotyping.


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]]> <![CDATA[Emma. (2020) with Grace O'Keefe]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2025 01:00:00 GMT 1:00:56 69128937830e2623bf40eefb true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/emma-2020-with-grace-okeefe 69128937830e2623bf40eefb 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 emma-2020-with-grace-okeefe full 1 13 Jack and Nora are joined by musical comedy writer Grace O’Keefe to discuss #30 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Emma. In this episode, Nora makes some NSFW noises, Jack auditions to host the MTV Movie Awards, and Grace is bringing bonnets back. Lace up your corset, brush up on your period-appropriate dance moves, and let’s make a match!


Topics include:

  • Clueless (1995)
  • Regency romance and the female gaze
  • Acting so hard you get a nosebleed

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • What IS Mr. Knightley’s hottest moment, actually?

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Where to find us:

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by musical comedy writer Grace O’Keefe to discuss #30 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Emma. In this episode, Nora makes some NSFW noises, Jack auditions to host the MTV Movie Awards, and Grace is bringing bonnets back. Lace up your corset, brush up on your period-appropriate dance moves, and let’s make a match!


Topics include:

  • Clueless (1995)
  • Regency romance and the female gaze
  • Acting so hard you get a nosebleed

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • What IS Mr. Knightley’s hottest moment, actually?

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Where to find us:

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]]> Crazy Rich Asians (2018) with Karen K. Ho Crazy Rich Asians (2018) with Karen K. Ho Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:00:00 GMT 57:27 6907546847e14fea24b7a5a9 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/crazy-rich-asians-2018-with-karen-k-ho 6907546847e14fea24b7a5a9 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 crazy-rich-asians-2018-with-karen-k-ho full 1 12 Jack and Nora are joined by business and culture journalist Karen K. Ho to discuss #31 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Crazy Rich Asians. In this episode, Nora gets on her soapbox, Jack hands out Oscars, and Karen is a paragon of podcast etiquette. Book your VIP suite to Singapore, brush up on your dumpling-rolling technique, and let’s get crazy (rich)!


Topics include:

  • The lasting impact of Crazy Rich Asians 
  • The drawbacks to doing your grand romantic gesture on a long-haul flight
  • Why Constance Wu should be in more movies

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • When are we getting those sequels?!
  • Why didn’t this movie get any Academy Award nominations?

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— in the context of discussing this film’s plot and social/ historical significance, this episode contains several references to discrimination against and stereotyping of Asians and Asian Americans, particularly in the entertainment industry.


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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by business and culture journalist Karen K. Ho to discuss #31 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Crazy Rich Asians. In this episode, Nora gets on her soapbox, Jack hands out Oscars, and Karen is a paragon of podcast etiquette. Book your VIP suite to Singapore, brush up on your dumpling-rolling technique, and let’s get crazy (rich)!


Topics include:

  • The lasting impact of Crazy Rich Asians 
  • The drawbacks to doing your grand romantic gesture on a long-haul flight
  • Why Constance Wu should be in more movies

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • When are we getting those sequels?!
  • Why didn’t this movie get any Academy Award nominations?

—

Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— in the context of discussing this film’s plot and social/ historical significance, this episode contains several references to discrimination against and stereotyping of Asians and Asian Americans, particularly in the entertainment industry.


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]]> Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (2025) with Aruhan Galieva Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (2025) with Aruhan Galieva Wed, 29 Oct 2025 01:00:05 GMT 1:06:49 690129b491e8d679a08b2843 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/bridget-jones-mad-about-the-boy-2025-with-aruhan-galieva 690129b491e8d679a08b2843 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 bridget-jones-mad-about-the-boy-2025-with-aruhan-galieva full 1 11 Jack and Nora are joined by performer, writer, and environmentalist Aruhan Galieva to discuss #32 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy. In this episode, Nora embraces her inner Daniel Cleaver, Jack asks important questions about pie, and Aruhan dishes up hot takes and even hotter owl facts. Round up your oldest pals, order a blue cocktail, and let’s find our second chance at love!


Topics include:

  • What exactly constitutes a franchise
  • The death of DVD extras
  • Hello, Dolly!

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • How many times can you cry before a movie no longer qualifies as a romcom?
  • Does anyone other than Mr. Walliker actually work at that school?!

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— as a major plot and thematic element of the film, this episode contains frequent references to grief and grieving (specifically, losing a spouse).


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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by performer, writer, and environmentalist Aruhan Galieva to discuss #32 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy. In this episode, Nora embraces her inner Daniel Cleaver, Jack asks important questions about pie, and Aruhan dishes up hot takes and even hotter owl facts. Round up your oldest pals, order a blue cocktail, and let’s find our second chance at love!


Topics include:

  • What exactly constitutes a franchise
  • The death of DVD extras
  • Hello, Dolly!

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • How many times can you cry before a movie no longer qualifies as a romcom?
  • Does anyone other than Mr. Walliker actually work at that school?!

—

Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— as a major plot and thematic element of the film, this episode contains frequent references to grief and grieving (specifically, losing a spouse).


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]]> Never Been Kissed (1999) with Alexandria Lee Never Been Kissed (1999) with Alexandria Lee Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT 1:04:52 68f0014c51a2f46134e9148b true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/never-been-kissed-1999-with-alexandria-lee 68f0014c51a2f46134e9148b 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 never-been-kissed-1999-with-alexandria-lee full 1 10 Jack and Nora are joined by romance author Alexandria Lee to discuss #33 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Never Been Kissed. In this episode, Nora is extremely picky about lipstick shades, Jack is a certified Guy Perkins hater, and Alexandria gets spicyyyyy. Throw on your fluffiest feather boa, secure your hidden camera pin, and let’s go undercover!


Topics include:

  • The allure of forbidden romance
  • Great on-screen kisses featuring Drew Barrymore
  • The general horniness of renowned film critic Roger Ebert (and Scooby Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed)

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Did Rob and Tracy make out before prom? (Please say no.)

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us — as it’s a major plot and thematic element of the film, this episode contains frequent references to romantic relationships between teenagers and adults, as well as discussions of power dynamics, consent laws, and safeguarding.


Where to find us:

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Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by romance author Alexandria Lee to discuss #33 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Never Been Kissed. In this episode, Nora is extremely picky about lipstick shades, Jack is a certified Guy Perkins hater, and Alexandria gets spicyyyyy. Throw on your fluffiest feather boa, secure your hidden camera pin, and let’s go undercover!


Topics include:

  • The allure of forbidden romance
  • Great on-screen kisses featuring Drew Barrymore
  • The general horniness of renowned film critic Roger Ebert (and Scooby Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed)

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Did Rob and Tracy make out before prom? (Please say no.)

—

Content Warning: A quick heads up from us — as it’s a major plot and thematic element of the film, this episode contains frequent references to romantic relationships between teenagers and adults, as well as discussions of power dynamics, consent laws, and safeguarding.


Where to find us:

—

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> The Wedding Banquet (2025) with Ally Russell Shields The Wedding Banquet (2025) with Ally Russell Shields Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT 1:03:15 68ee898dc68aefb9080b3b48 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/the-wedding-banquet-2025-with-ally-russell-shields 68ee898dc68aefb9080b3b48 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 the-wedding-banquet-2025-with-ally-russell-shields full 1 9 Jack and Nora are joined by film historian and publicist Ally Russell to discuss #34 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: The Wedding Banquet. In this episode, Nora is besties with Javier Bardem, Jack is absolutely smitten with Bowen Yang (as are we all), and Ally would like to have words with Ang Lee. Gather your found family, secure your live goose and/or ceremonial wooden duck, and let’s throw a [sham] wedding!


Topics include:

  • The original The Wedding Banquet (1993) vs. the reimagining
  • Pisces film directors
  • Netflix romcoms

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • WHY was that wedding night plot point in the original film?! Like, why???
  • Would anyone like to hear our pitch for a Lawyer Sun spinoff series?

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us — this episode includes a brief discussion of marital sexual assault, in the context of discussing a plot point from the original 1993 film (16:06-18:15). Due to the themes of the film, there are also frequent brief references throughout the episode to pregnancy, infertility and IVF treatments (longer fertility/IVF discussion from 31:23-32:48) and one mention of abortion (22:14-22:25).


Where to find us:

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by film historian and publicist Ally Russell to discuss #34 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: The Wedding Banquet. In this episode, Nora is besties with Javier Bardem, Jack is absolutely smitten with Bowen Yang (as are we all), and Ally would like to have words with Ang Lee. Gather your found family, secure your live goose and/or ceremonial wooden duck, and let’s throw a [sham] wedding!


Topics include:

  • The original The Wedding Banquet (1993) vs. the reimagining
  • Pisces film directors
  • Netflix romcoms

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • WHY was that wedding night plot point in the original film?! Like, why???
  • Would anyone like to hear our pitch for a Lawyer Sun spinoff series?

—

Content Warning: A quick heads up from us — this episode includes a brief discussion of marital sexual assault, in the context of discussing a plot point from the original 1993 film (16:06-18:15). Due to the themes of the film, there are also frequent brief references throughout the episode to pregnancy, infertility and IVF treatments (longer fertility/IVF discussion from 31:23-32:48) and one mention of abortion (22:14-22:25).


Where to find us:

—

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Fire Island (2022) with Emily Garside Fire Island (2022) with Emily Garside Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:01 GMT 1:07:30 68e46ae025822f0dae6b7c5c true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/fire-island-2022-with-emily-garside2 68e46ae025822f0dae6b7c5c 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 fire-island-2022-with-emily-garside2 full 1 8 Jack and Nora are joined by writer and educator Emily Garside to discuss #35 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Fire Island. In this episode, Nora is super into Pride and Prejudice, Jack is Captain Straight Man, and Emily gets nerdy about queer culture. Dust off your Speedo and don’t be late for the ferry — we’re going to Gay Disney World!


Topics include:

  • Colin Firth
  • The Bechdel Test
  • Quibi

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • How Will manages to be SO HOT— even when he’s throwing tiny ice cream cones all over the place.

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Content Warning: A quick heads up from us — this episode includes a brief discussion of revenge porn and nonconsensual filming of sexual activity (time stamp: 39:48-41:27). It also includes references to racism towards Asian Americans (16:27-17:04) and size discrimination and diet culture in the LGBTQ+ community (33:32-36:24). These topics are all brought up in the context of discussing plot points and themes from the film. 


Where to find us:

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Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here. 


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by writer and educator Emily Garside to discuss #35 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Fire Island. In this episode, Nora is super into Pride and Prejudice, Jack is Captain Straight Man, and Emily gets nerdy about queer culture. Dust off your Speedo and don’t be late for the ferry — we’re going to Gay Disney World!


Topics include:

  • Colin Firth
  • The Bechdel Test
  • Quibi

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • How Will manages to be SO HOT— even when he’s throwing tiny ice cream cones all over the place.

—

Content Warning: A quick heads up from us — this episode includes a brief discussion of revenge porn and nonconsensual filming of sexual activity (time stamp: 39:48-41:27). It also includes references to racism towards Asian Americans (16:27-17:04) and size discrimination and diet culture in the LGBTQ+ community (33:32-36:24). These topics are all brought up in the context of discussing plot points and themes from the film. 


Where to find us:

—

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here. 


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Defending Your Life (1991) with Grace Aki Defending Your Life (1991) with Grace Aki Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT 53:00 68a9dab8718453410eaf9542 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/defending-your-life-1991-with-grace-aki 68a9dab8718453410eaf9542 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 defending-your-life-1991-with-grace-aki full 1 7 Jack and Nora are joined by playwright Grace Aki to discuss #36 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Defending Your Life. In this episode, Nora gets her best point stolen, Jack is a Men in Black guy, and Grace picks the least uplifting birthday film possible. Put on your tupa, crank some Barbra, and let’s catch the tram to Judgment City!


Topics include:

  • The afterlife 
  • Bad standup comedy
  • Meryl Streep

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Does Shirley MacLaine hold the key to the afterlife?
  • How did they get that baby to do that?

—

Where to find us:

—

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by playwright Grace Aki to discuss #36 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Defending Your Life. In this episode, Nora gets her best point stolen, Jack is a Men in Black guy, and Grace picks the least uplifting birthday film possible. Put on your tupa, crank some Barbra, and let’s catch the tram to Judgment City!


Topics include:

  • The afterlife 
  • Bad standup comedy
  • Meryl Streep

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Does Shirley MacLaine hold the key to the afterlife?
  • How did they get that baby to do that?

—

Where to find us:

—

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here.


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Kissing Jessica Stein (2002) with Jen Coles Kissing Jessica Stein (2002) with Jen Coles Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT 57:57 6899c273350c85b86a7f4ed4 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/kissing-jessica-stein-2002-with-jen-coles 6899c273350c85b86a7f4ed4 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 kissing-jessica-stein-2002-with-jen-coles full 1 6 Jack and Nora are joined by actor, writer, and TTRPGer Jen Coles (she/they) to discuss #37 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Kissing Jessica Stein. In this episode, Nora fangirls over Tovah Feldshuh, Jack channels Tony Soprano, and Jen balances it all out with some truly heartfelt analysis. Stock up on pamphlets, blend those lipsticks, and let’s meet “a very nice girl”!


Topics include:

  • Adapting from stage to screen
  • Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde (2003)
  • Compulsory heterosexuality

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • What *did* Sex and the City 2 do to Stanford and Anthony?!
  • Is arugula actually one of the more expensive greens?

—

Where to find us:

—

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, the Kissing Jessica Stein/ Shiva Baby article, and more here. 


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by actor, writer, and TTRPGer Jen Coles (she/they) to discuss #37 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Kissing Jessica Stein. In this episode, Nora fangirls over Tovah Feldshuh, Jack channels Tony Soprano, and Jen balances it all out with some truly heartfelt analysis. Stock up on pamphlets, blend those lipsticks, and let’s meet “a very nice girl”!


Topics include:

  • Adapting from stage to screen
  • Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde (2003)
  • Compulsory heterosexuality

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • What *did* Sex and the City 2 do to Stanford and Anthony?!
  • Is arugula actually one of the more expensive greens?

—

Where to find us:

—

Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, the Kissing Jessica Stein/ Shiva Baby article, and more here. 


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> BONUS: 50 First Dates: The Musical with Josh St. Clair BONUS: 50 First Dates: The Musical with Josh St. Clair Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT 1:03:50 68be9309b306fbb4191649af true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/bonus-50-first-dates-the-musical-with-josh-st-clair 68be9309b306fbb4191649af 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 bonus-50-first-dates-the-musical-with-josh-st-clair full 1 5.5 Jack and Nora are joined by actor and singer-songwriter Josh St. Clair to discuss the world premiere of 50 First Dates: The Musical. In this episode, Jack finally gets to talk about Adam Sandler, Nora reveals her deep knowledge of Fight Club, and Josh achieves his lifelong goal of getting a Grenade Bar. Order some waffles, head to [redacted tropical location], and let’s fall in love again (for the first time)!


Topics include:

  • Great first dates
  • Disney World
  • Movies we would/ wouldn’t want to be forced to watch every single night

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • How has the musical adapted our favorite moments from the film?!

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Every other film mentioned in this episode: 

Ghost (1990), Groundhog Day (1993), Titanic (1997), The Wedding Singer (1998), Notting Hill (1999), 10 Things I Hate About You (1999), The Sixth Sense (1999), Fight Club (1999), South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut (1999), The Princess Diaries (2001), The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004), 13 Going on 30 (2004), The Terminal (2004), Mean Girls (2004), Blended (2014), Space Jam 2: A New Legacy (2021), Juror #2 (2025)


Where to find us:

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Get tickets to see Josh in 50 First Dates: The Musical, 14th September to 16th November at The Other Palace in London (we also recommend TheatreNinja for comparing tickets across dates)!


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by actor and singer-songwriter Josh St. Clair to discuss the world premiere of 50 First Dates: The Musical. In this episode, Jack finally gets to talk about Adam Sandler, Nora reveals her deep knowledge of Fight Club, and Josh achieves his lifelong goal of getting a Grenade Bar. Order some waffles, head to [redacted tropical location], and let’s fall in love again (for the first time)!


Topics include:

  • Great first dates
  • Disney World
  • Movies we would/ wouldn’t want to be forced to watch every single night

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • How has the musical adapted our favorite moments from the film?!

—

Every other film mentioned in this episode: 

Ghost (1990), Groundhog Day (1993), Titanic (1997), The Wedding Singer (1998), Notting Hill (1999), 10 Things I Hate About You (1999), The Sixth Sense (1999), Fight Club (1999), South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut (1999), The Princess Diaries (2001), The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004), 13 Going on 30 (2004), The Terminal (2004), Mean Girls (2004), Blended (2014), Space Jam 2: A New Legacy (2021), Juror #2 (2025)


Where to find us:

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Get tickets to see Josh in 50 First Dates: The Musical, 14th September to 16th November at The Other Palace in London (we also recommend TheatreNinja for comparing tickets across dates)!


Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Anyone But You (2023) with Jamie Linn Watson Anyone But You (2023) with Jamie Linn Watson Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT 49:26 6899c24a2c2bd3fa2a98b07c true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/anyone-but-you-2023-with-jamie-linn-watso 6899c24a2c2bd3fa2a98b07c 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 anyone-but-you-2023-with-jamie-linn-watso full 1 5 Jack and Nora are joined by New York comedian/ natural blonde Jamie Linn Watson to discuss #38 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Anyone But You. In this episode, Nora powers through laryngitis, Jack declares Glen Powell the next great movie star, and Jamie makes the case for hot guys dating funny women. Cue up your serenity song, catch a first class flight to Sydney, and let’s find our moving train!


Topics include:

  • Movie star charisma
  • Spy Kids 3D: Game Over (2003)
  • Shakespeare

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • The story of the stolen ATM (???)
  • How many romcoms on the list will prominently feature smashed cakes and/or stray fireworks (current count: 2)
  • Is Jack actually American?

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by New York comedian/ natural blonde Jamie Linn Watson to discuss #38 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Anyone But You. In this episode, Nora powers through laryngitis, Jack declares Glen Powell the next great movie star, and Jamie makes the case for hot guys dating funny women. Cue up your serenity song, catch a first class flight to Sydney, and let’s find our moving train!


Topics include:

  • Movie star charisma
  • Spy Kids 3D: Game Over (2003)
  • Shakespeare

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • The story of the stolen ATM (???)
  • How many romcoms on the list will prominently feature smashed cakes and/or stray fireworks (current count: 2)
  • Is Jack actually American?

—

Where to find us:

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]]> Sweethearts (2024) with Joshua Martin Williams Sweethearts (2024) with Joshua Martin Williams Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT 58:47 6899c22af9482328d0f06518 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/sweethearts-2024-with-joshua-martin-williams 6899c22af9482328d0f06518 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 sweethearts-2024-with-joshua-martin-williams full 1 4 Jack and Nora are joined by actor, musician, writer, and cat custodian Joshua Martin Williams to discuss #39 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Sweethearts. In this episode, Nora geeks out over shot composition, Jack waxes rhapsodic about the New Line Cinema logo, and Joshua may or may not be a witch. Call your bestie, crack open a bottle of absinthe, and let’s throw a petite soirée!


Topics include:

  • Centaurs
  • European train schedules
  • Being in love with your friends

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Can men and women be friends?!?!?

—

Where to find us:

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Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by actor, musician, writer, and cat custodian Joshua Martin Williams to discuss #39 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Sweethearts. In this episode, Nora geeks out over shot composition, Jack waxes rhapsodic about the New Line Cinema logo, and Joshua may or may not be a witch. Call your bestie, crack open a bottle of absinthe, and let’s throw a petite soirée!


Topics include:

  • Centaurs
  • European train schedules
  • Being in love with your friends

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Can men and women be friends?!?!?

—

Where to find us:

—

Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> Something’s Gotta Give (2003) with Chris Feil Something’s Gotta Give (2003) with Chris Feil Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT 57:34 6899c1fe2c2bd3fa2a9869e7 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/somethings-gotta-give-2003-with-chris-feil 6899c1fe2c2bd3fa2a9869e7 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 somethings-gotta-give-2003-with-chris-feil full 1 3 Jack and Nora are joined by This Had Oscar Buzz host Chris Feil to discuss #40 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time - Something’s Gotta Give. In this episode, Jack shows off his Keanu Reeves impression, Nora admires Diane Keaton’s décolletage, and Chris gets the ick from the phrase “a woman to love”. Cue up La Vie En Rose, ditch your turtleneck, and let’s walk up some stairs (several times)! 


Topics include:

  • Nancy Meyers and the case for the big-budget romcom
  • Flirting via AOL Instant Messenger
  • Age-gap relationships

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • How is this film only #40 on the list?!
  • What does Vanity Fair have against The Holiday (2006)?

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Where to find us:

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by This Had Oscar Buzz host Chris Feil to discuss #40 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time - Something’s Gotta Give. In this episode, Jack shows off his Keanu Reeves impression, Nora admires Diane Keaton’s décolletage, and Chris gets the ick from the phrase “a woman to love”. Cue up La Vie En Rose, ditch your turtleneck, and let’s walk up some stairs (several times)! 


Topics include:

  • Nancy Meyers and the case for the big-budget romcom
  • Flirting via AOL Instant Messenger
  • Age-gap relationships

—

Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • How is this film only #40 on the list?!
  • What does Vanity Fair have against The Holiday (2006)?

—

Where to find us:

—

Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> But I’m a Cheerleader (1999) with Faye McKeever But I’m a Cheerleader (1999) with Faye McKeever Tue, 12 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT 1:00:27 689922a9f9482328d0c2d4d1 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/but-im-a-cheerleader-1999-with-faye-mckeever 689922a9f9482328d0c2d4d1 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 but-im-a-cheerleader-1999-with-faye-mckeever full 1 2 Jack and Nora are joined by our *very first guest* (fashion icon/ costume designer/ “steak lover” Faye McKeever) to discuss #41 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time - But I’m a Cheerleader. In this episode, Nora unlocks a hot new crush (and a new-ish sexual identity), Jack recites the supporting cast’s superhero CVs, and Faye is deeply shaken to learn Ellen Degeneres isn’t Canadian. Grab your pompoms, pack some tofu, and let’s “kill the Rangers”!


Topics include:

  • Bottoms (2023) starring Ayo Edebiri & Rachel Sennott
  • Hot glue
  • The (alleged) vegetarian to gay pipeline

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Whether Megan is actually good at cheerleading (unclear)
  • Who hurt you, Mary Brown?

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Where to find us:

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]]> Jack and Nora are joined by our *very first guest* (fashion icon/ costume designer/ “steak lover” Faye McKeever) to discuss #41 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time - But I’m a Cheerleader. In this episode, Nora unlocks a hot new crush (and a new-ish sexual identity), Jack recites the supporting cast’s superhero CVs, and Faye is deeply shaken to learn Ellen Degeneres isn’t Canadian. Grab your pompoms, pack some tofu, and let’s “kill the Rangers”!


Topics include:

  • Bottoms (2023) starring Ayo Edebiri & Rachel Sennott
  • Hot glue
  • The (alleged) vegetarian to gay pipeline

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Whether Megan is actually good at cheerleading (unclear)
  • Who hurt you, Mary Brown?

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Where to find us:

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Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> <![CDATA[Red, White & Royal Blue (2023)]]> Tue, 05 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT 1:01:50 6888c9f27a996a7baa9fedd5 true https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/red-white-royal-blue-2023 6888c9f27a996a7baa9fedd5 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 red-white-royal-blue-2023 full 1 1 It’s our pilot episode! We’re starting strong with #42 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time - Red, White & Royal Blue. In this episode, Nora has (and will continue to have) a LOT of feelings, and Jack trots out his (famously high-quality) Texan accent at every opportunity. Grab a box of Jaffa cakes, hop on your private jet, and let’s flip Texas!


Topics include:

  • Whether a smashed cake constitutes a diplomatic catastrophe
  • Batman & Robin (1997)
  • The romcom pedigree of “Get Low” (Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz)

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Alex being convinced he’s working class for some reason??
  • The Electoral College

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Where to find us:

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Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> It’s our pilot episode! We’re starting strong with #42 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time - Red, White & Royal Blue. In this episode, Nora has (and will continue to have) a LOT of feelings, and Jack trots out his (famously high-quality) Texan accent at every opportunity. Grab a box of Jaffa cakes, hop on your private jet, and let’s flip Texas!


Topics include:

  • Whether a smashed cake constitutes a diplomatic catastrophe
  • Batman & Robin (1997)
  • The romcom pedigree of “Get Low” (Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz)

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Mysteries we still haven’t solved:

  • Alex being convinced he’s working class for some reason??
  • The Electoral College

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Where to find us:

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Join the conversation! Give us your take on the films we cover, which romcoms you think should be on the list, or your best “would do/ wouldn’t do/ have done” stories on socials or at mail@whenrommet.com.

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]]> When Rom Met Com - Trailer When Rom Met Com - Trailer Sun, 27 Jul 2025 20:27:13 GMT 0:54 68857778997b807eae0ac388 false https://shows.acast.com/when-rom-met-com/episodes/68857778997b807eae0ac388 68857778997b807eae0ac388 685a6bd073e8be408f2098a2 Starting August 6, 2025 — new episodes on Wednesdays trailer 1 Coming this summer, When Rom Met Com is a film podcast for the romcom lover in all of us. Hosts Jack and Nora talk all things romantic comedy, from meet-cutes to airport chases; from Baxters to reformed exes; from friends to lovers. We are kicking off by covering Vanity Fair's list of the 42 best romantic comedies of all time— if you love a love story, get ready to fall for When Rom Met Com!


New episodes on Wednesdays wherever you get your podcasts.

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]]> Coming this summer, When Rom Met Com is a film podcast for the romcom lover in all of us. Hosts Jack and Nora talk all things romantic comedy, from meet-cutes to airport chases; from Baxters to reformed exes; from friends to lovers. We are kicking off by covering Vanity Fair's list of the 42 best romantic comedies of all time— if you love a love story, get ready to fall for When Rom Met Com!


New episodes on Wednesdays wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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