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When Rom Met Com
by Jack and Nora
Join Jack and Nora, best pals and romcom aficionados, as they break down what makes a date movie a great movie! We’re currently working our way through 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Little Shop of Horrors (1986) with Gregory George
Jack and Nora are joined by performer and host of Stage or Screen podcast Gregory George to discuss the musical masterpiece that is Little Shop of Horrors. In this episode, Nora wants you to shoot your shot (it could save a life!), Jack is villain-coded, and Gregory is a Seymour at heart. Sharpen...
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Warm Bodies (2013) with Paul Costello
Jack and Nora are joined by film podcaster and game designer Paul Costello to kick off their new spooky miniseries Romcom-oween with Warm Bodies. In this episode, Nora memorized the DVD extras, Jack won’t let you in the bed if you smell, and Paul shares the secret ingredient for a great zombie...
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When Harry Met Sally... (1989) with Scott Meslow
The moment has finally arrived! Jack and Nora are joined by culture critic and author Scott Meslow to discuss #1 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: When Harry Met Sally... In this episode, Nora refuses to “fake it” on principle, Jack is a Marc Shaiman stan, and...
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You've Got Mail (1998) with Daniel A. Stevens
Jack and Nora are joined by actor Daniel A. Stevens to discuss #2 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: You’ve Got Mail. In this episode, Nora has no impulse control, Jack has no time for tea, and Daniel has no game. Grab your Starbucks, dial up your internet, and...
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BONUS: The Hot Gluer Saga with Rachel Kamerman & Eddie Schmidt
If you've listened to our August 2025 episode on But I'm a Cheerleader (1999), you'll know all about the lore of the Hot Hot Gluer - Academy Award nominee Eddie Schmidt himself, and the brilliant production designer behind the film (and also Gilmore Girls!), Rachel Kamerman. In this clip, cut…
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Clueless (1995) with Rachel Kamerman & Eddie Schmidt
Jack and Nora are joined by production designer Rachel Kamerman and documentary director and producer (and famed hot gluer) Eddie Schmidt to discuss #3 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Clueless. In this episode, Nora requires more yearning, Jack is actually…
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Bridget Jones's Diary (2001) with Aruhan Galieva
Jack and Nora are joined by performer, writer, and WRMC Official Bridget Jones Correspondent Aruhan Galieva to discuss #4 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Bridget Jones’s Diary. In this episode, Nora nearly asphyxiates from laughing, Jack makes a surprising…
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Notting Hill (1999) with Adam Wadsworth
Jack and Nora are joined by actor Adam Wadsworth to discuss #5 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Notting Hill. In this episode, Nora wants Hugh Grant to pour orange juice on her, Jack wants everyone to watch Cruel Intentions, and Adam wants the “softcore glamour”...
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10 Things I Hate About You (1999) with Alicia MacDonald
Jack and Nora are joined by writer and director Alicia MacDonald to discuss #6 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: 10 Things I Hate About You. In this episode, Nora pitches a musical number, Jack trots out some top-notch portmanteaus, and Alicia is a f***ing queen....
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Roman Holiday (1953) with Chris Feil
Jack and Nora are joined by This Had Oscar Buzz host Chris Feil to discuss #7 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Roman Holiday. In this episode, Nora doesn’t understand puns, Jack would make a great princess, and Chris loves to watch a woman self-actualize. Chop…
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Groundhog Day (1993) with Heidi Regan
Jack and Nora are joined by comedian Heidi Regan to discuss #8 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Groundhog Day. In this episode, Nora wants to steal your fries, Jack is secretly sleazy, and Heidi is not a scientist. Get to Punxsutawney, find your Rita, and let’s...
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Groundhog Day (1993) with Kim Last
Jack and Nora are joined by actor Kim Last to discuss #8 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Groundhog Day. In this episode, Nora loves to chill, Kim is a glitter bomb about to detonate, and Jack watched the director’s commentary. Rob a bank (or don’t), order one…
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Groundhog Day (1993) with Peter Flower
Jack and Nora are joined by film composer Peter Flower to discuss #8 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Groundhog Day. In this episode, Nora spoils The Twilight Saga, Peter hates being romantic, and Jack is stuck in a time loop. Grab your film crew, head to...
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Love & Basketball (2000) with Hanna Flint
Jack and Nora are joined by film critic Hanna Flint to discuss #9 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Love and Basketball. In this episode, Nora is taller than she looks, Jack can’t get on board with ribbing, and Hanna is our resident baller. Pump up your Spalding,...
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What’s Up, Doc? (1972) with Sarah Bradley
Jack and Nora are joined by comedian and romcom scholar Sarah Bradley to discuss #10 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: What’s Up, Doc?. In this episode, Nora is the personality hire, Jack gives his best Porky Pig, and Sarah lays out a framework for male...
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Phantom Thread (2017) with Jack Murray
Jack and Nora are joined by TV producer and writer Jack Murray to discuss #11 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Phantom Thread. In this episode, Nora is tall and normal-sized (allegedly), Jack G. gets on his M. Night Shyamalan soapbox (again), and Jack M. is the...
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It Happened One Night (1934) with Ramzee
Jack and Nora are joined by author and comic book writer Ramzee to discuss #12 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: It Happened One Night. In this episode, Nora has great ankles (and a terrible Helena Bonham Carter impression), Jack defends M. Night Shyamalan’s...
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Coming to America (1988) with Kobi Omenaka
Jack and Nora are joined by film podcaster Kobi Omenaka to discuss #13 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Coming to America. In this episode, Nora is toxically positive, Jack sings as much as possible, and Kobi has his childhood ruined by profanity. Grab your mop,...
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Broadcast News (1987) with Phillip Iscove
Jack and Nora are joined by TV writer/ producer and podcaster Phillip Iscove to discuss #14 on Vanity Fair’s list of the 42 Best Romantic Comedies of All Time: Broadcast News. In this episode, Nora has no scruples, Jack gets a gold star, and Phil is the biggest green flag. Floof up your hair…
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BONUS: Finding Emily (2026) with Alicia MacDonald
Jack and Nora are joined by director Alicia MacDonald to discuss her brand new film, Finding Emily - in UK cinemas 22nd May (and US theatres 28th August). In this episode, Nora has a hot take on hot takes, Jack wants to do the romcom dash, and Alicia is proud of her film baby. Grab your guitar,...
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Romcom Roundup with Tabitha Catlin: The Drama + You, Me & Tuscany + More
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...
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Sleepless in Seattle (1993) with Alexa Morden
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...
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My Best Friend's Wedding (1997) with Radha and Achyutha Mamidipudi
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…
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His Girl Friday (1940) with Stephen Gregson & Michael Perone
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...
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BONUS: Heated Rivalry (Season 1) with Ashley Hufford
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...
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Down with Love (2003) with Helen O'Hara
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...
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Anora (2024) with Macadie Amoroso
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...
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How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998) with Erika Ehler
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…
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The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005) with Charlie Dinkin
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…
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Moonstruck (1987) with The Theater Lovers
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…
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Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) with Pilar Alessandra
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...
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How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003) with Megan Chacalos
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...
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The Apartment (1960) with Charlie Vero Martin
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...
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Enchanted (2007) with Helen Arney & Hannah Roza Fisher
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…
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The Idea of You (2024) with Ashley Hufford
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...
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Harold and Maude (1971) with William Webb
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…
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The Big Sick (2017)
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…
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Emma. (2020) with Grace O'Keefe
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...
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Crazy Rich Asians (2018) with Karen K. Ho
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…
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Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (2025) with Aruhan Galieva
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,...
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Never Been Kissed (1999) with Alexandria Lee
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.…
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The Wedding Banquet (2025) with Ally Russell Shields
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...
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Fire Island (2022) with Emily Garside
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...
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Defending Your Life (1991) with Grace Aki
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...
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Kissing Jessica Stein (2002) with Jen Coles
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…
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BONUS: 50 First Dates: The Musical with Josh St. Clair
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…
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Anyone But You (2023) with Jamie Linn Watson
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...
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Sweethearts (2024) with Joshua Martin Williams
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,...
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Something’s Gotta Give (2003) with Chris Feil
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...
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But I’m a Cheerleader (1999) with Faye McKeever
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…
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Join Jack and Nora, best pals and romcom aficionados, as they break down what makes a date movie a great movie! We’re currently working our way through 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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