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You Had Me At Hello with Vicki Notaro

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Hi, I'm Vicki Notaro and I'm here to interview some of my favourite people about one of my favourite topics in the whole wide world – romantic comedies. And actually, not just comedies – tragedies, bonkbusters, tearjerkers, weepies and teen movies; because the whole spectrum of life is alive in romantic movies - and every story is a love story, really. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Feb 12, 2026

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Episodes

Meryl and Anne, the magazine biz v TikTok and The Devil Wears Prada with Abigail Parkinson! 12.02.2026

It’s the season finale! And with the sequel coming in May, we just had to deep dive The Devil Wears Prada - after all, I am former glossy mag editor! I’m joined by actor and TikTok star Abigail, who is one to watch! Happy Valentines, lovers.. til next time.  Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care  Midroll advert by Odeon Cinemas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

Hugh Grant, Sandra Bullock and workplace romance - Two Weeks Notice with Elaine Crowley! 05.02.2026

A romcom chosen by a women who doesn’t like romcoms, join myself and TV presenter Elaine Crowley as we discuss the myriad charms of Hugh and Sandra, chat about live tv, celebrity crushes and our inner nerds. Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care  Midroll advert by Odeon Cinemas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love songs for the movies with EGOT superstar, Alan Menken! 29.01.2026

A slight change of pace to round out January, in which I chat to one of my own personal heroes of cinema - the incredible composer Alan Menken. His work for Disney soundtracked all our childhoods, so tune in to hear me fangirl like I’ve never fangirled before! Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care  Midroll advert by Pharmaton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Childhood memories, mistaken identities and As Good As It Gets with Ian Dempsey! 22.01.2026

There’s something about a gentle, kind voice you’ve been aware of basically your entire life that makes a gal feel safe and sound, so I was thrilled when TV and radio legend Ian Dempsey agreed to be my guest - and of course he picked the King of dad romcoms to discuss…  Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care  Midroll advert by Pharmaton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

Pro-ageing, the beauty biz and Clueless with Jennifer Rock 15.01.2026

This week we talk to skincare guru and beauty entrepreneur Jenn Rock, aka The Skin Nerd, about “overnight success”, resolutions for 2026 and the work of Jane Austen living on through her favourite romcom, Clueless. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steamy dark romance, teen heartthrobs and Cruel Intentions with Daisy Kelliher 08.01.2026

Happy new year, lovers! We kick off 2026 with a bang - literally - chatting the sexy teen romance with an edge with my friend, Below Deck chief stew and proud Dub, Daisy Kelliher.  Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care  Midroll advert by Pharmaton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christmas Chaos, rides galore and LOVE ACTUALLY with James Patrice! 18.12.2025

Merry Christmas, lovers! Settle in for some festive madness as the glitzy, glam James and I attempt to dissect ten interlocking storylines but keep getting distracted by plot holes and sexy people.  Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care  Midroll advert by Sky Cinema Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Awkward family Christmas, sister swapping and The Family Stone with Crossy! 11.12.2025

In our first of two Christmas specials, I chat the love-it-or-hate-it festive Rom com classic with FM104’s resident curry expert, the fabulous Crossy. We talk strange family dynamics, meeting your heroes and missing the kate, Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care  Midroll advert by Sky Cinema Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

True love, nostalgia and The Way We Were with Miriam O’Callaghan 04.12.2025

Barbra Streisand and Miriam O’Callaghan - what a combination! I’m joined by the Queen of Irish current affairs to chat about fate, romance and being the person a world leader chose to publicly come out to - and why.  Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care  Midroll advert by Sky Cinema Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Girlhood, bad flirting and Legally Blonde with Kayleigh Trappe! 27.11.2025

Finally, we get to discuss Reese Witherspoon, in a career-defining role as the sorority sister turned legal hotshot. Social media superstar Kayleigh joins me to chat terrible flirting, learning to love yourself and following a man cross country to Harvard Law School - what, like it’s hard?! Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care  Midroll advert by Sky Cinema Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Confessions, loving your vulva and Knocked Up with Fabulous Pharmacist, Laura Dowling 20.11.2025

This week we revisit a boy meets girl story that’s more com than rom - and perhaps not even very good when rewatched through a 2025 lens. Still, my wonderful guest very much made up for her movie choice with her trademark wit, empathy and honesty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Men, women, sex and friendship, and When Harry Met Sally with Carl Mullan! 13.11.2025

This week I’m joined by broadcaster Carl Mullan who tells us his own beautiful friends to lovers story with wife Aisling through the lens of When Harry Met Sally - my own favourite romcom of all time, and widely regarded to be the best ever made. Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care Midroll advert by Odeon Cinemas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Divorce with benefits, hotel sex and It’s Complicated with Kathryn Thomas 06.11.2025

Irish broadcasting legend Kathryn Thomas joins me to chat It’s Complicated — Meryl Streep’s most chaotic, post-divorce romcom — and why it hits differently in midlife. We talk bad boys of the past, good men of the present, and how Kathryn travelled the world on RTÉ’s dime in her twenties. Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care. Midroll advert by ODEON Cinemas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

Neck-biting, high camp hottie vampires and Twilight with Jenny Claffey 30.10.2025

Happy Halloween, witches and warlocks! My first return guest Jenny Claffey is back to discuss the sexy camp mania that is the first Twilight movie - Edward’s cheekbones, Bella’s lip-biting and Jacob’s wig, as well as the Mormon influence on vampire lore, and my own tales of working at KISS Magazine at the height of Twi-hard Mania! Proudly supported by Nizoral Scalp Care  Midroll advert by Ode...

Sexy Witches, Diabolical Lovers, and Practical Magic with Muireann O'Connell 22.10.2025

It’s spooky season, so of course we’re talking spooky rom-coms until Halloween arrives! 👻💞 This week we’re diving into a stone-cold classic starring romantic queens Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman . Muireann and I completely fangirl over sexy 90s witches, diabolical love interests, and quite possibly the most fabulous house ever to appear on film. Light a candle, pour a potion (or a glass of wi...

PS I Love You, Tom Hanks' typewriter, and Sleepless in Seattle with Cecelia Ahern 15.10.2025

We’re back for Season Three, and I’m kicking things off with a true literary rockstar – Cecelia Ahern, the author of PS I Love You and the brand new Paper Heart. I can’t lie, I fangirled just a little! Once I pulled myself together, the two of us dived straight into one of the most beloved and successful romcoms of all time: Nora Ephron’s Sleepless in Seattle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Season 3 - we're back! 12.10.2025

Hi, I’m Vicki Notaro – journalist, bestselling author, and lifelong rom-com obsessive – and I’m back with Season 3 of You Had Me At Hello ! This season, I’m diving once again into the movies and TV shows that bring us joy, comfort and nostalgia – from the classics we’ve watched a hundred times, to the guilty pleasures we maybe shouldn’t love as much as we do. I’ll be joined by brilliant guests to...

Dirty Dancing with Padraig Wilson McCarthy 09.04.2025

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Maid in Manhattan with Pamela Joyce 02.04.2025

On the penultimate episode of season two, Vicki chats to Galway girl Pamela Joyce about Jlo’s greatest role, fancying cartoon lions and penises named Ralph - oh yeah, and Maid In Manhattan! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One Fine Day with Cathy Kelly 27.03.2025

In this week’s episode, Vicki chats to one of her writing heroes Cathy Kelly about One Fine Day - George Clooney’s sexiest era, Michelle Pfeiffer’s physical comedy and the classic screwball vibes to this adorable New York romcom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My Best Friend's Wedding with Anna Geary 20.03.2025

This week, broadcaster and author Anna Geary joins Vicki to discuss a movie in which the main character is the villain, and Julia Roberts is your worst nightmare - your fella’s best friend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sliding Doors with Holly Carpenter 13.03.2025

Vicki’s neighbour, bride to be and all round gas gal Holly Carpenter talks Sliding Doors - fateful moments, annoying men and Gwyneth’s 90s style. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Notebook with Doireann Garrihy 06.03.2025

Broadcaster, podcaster, newlywed and all round beaut Doireann Garrihy mildly traumatises Vicki with her stunningly melodramatic pick - The Notebook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a Girl Wants with Katja Mia 27.02.2025

On this week’s pod, a rare thing happens - gorgeous tv presenter Katja Mia picks a romcom Vicki had never seen before! Listen in as the two discuss What A Girl Wants, traditional Burundian engagement parties and being a daddy’s girl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You’ve Got Mail with Karen Constantine 20.02.2025

Join Vicki as she talks about her own personal favourite romcom with one of irelands’s loveliest content creators, Karen from Lovely Girly Bits! There’s dial-up internet, cat fishing and carrying pumpkins - it can only be You’ve Got Mail! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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