When Rom Met Com

Jack and Nora are joined by actor and theatremaker Hannah Harquart to kick off Fockvember by discussing Meet the Parents . In this episode, Nora advocates for “good breeding”, Jack cannot sanction your buffoonery, and Hannah has categorically never shit the bed. Hook up your lie detector, don’t overpack your carry-on, and let’s impress our in-laws! Topics include: The version of this movie that al...

Jack and Nora are joined by screenwriting coach Pilar Alessandra to wrap up Romcom-oween with a discussion of the indie horror phenomenon Obsession . In this episode, Nora loves an unnecessarily deep read, Jack would let Nikki cut his hair, and Pilar is a little bit freaky. Stock up on duct tape, hug your pets, and let’s make a wish! Topics include: Adaptations of The Monkey’s Paw , from Stephen K...

Jack and Nora are joined by writer, comedian, and host of Everyone’s a Critic Yiannis Cove to discuss iconic rom-zom-com Shaun of the Dead . In this episode, Nora is good in a crisis, Jack would vote for the zombies to take over, and Yiannis does not approve of anyone in this movie. Grab your cricket bat, head to the pub, and let’s have a pint (and some shots)! Topics include: Watching horror movi...

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 your pruning shears, loosen your morals, and let’s (not) feed the plants! Topics include: The controv...

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 movie. Dust off your record collection, practice your zombie walk, and let’s save humanity! Topics inclu...

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 Scott literally wrote the book on romcoms. Order a slice of pie, make sure it’s heated with strawberry...

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 let’s go to the mattresses! Topics include: The long-lost (unproduced) sequel to You’ve Got Mail with a...

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 from last week's Clueless (1995) episode, Rachel and Eddie share their adorable Hollywood meet-cute (spoi...

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 Cher, Eddie rates Amy Heckerling over Aaron Sorkin, and Rachel is fully available for all your matchmakin...

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 number of TV references, and Aruhan teaches us how to kiss— or at least how to light one. Throw on your b...

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” of the actor’s life. Head to Portobello Road Market, pick out a travel book, and let’s have a surre...

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. Brush up your Shakespeare, stock up on brie, and let’s tame the shrew! Topics include: Rob Reiner’s...

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 off your hair, hop on your Vespa, and let’s take a holiday! Topics include: Actors we’d like to see in...

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 break out of this time loop! Topics include: Andie McDowell’s hair Rachel McAdams repeatedly falling...

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 of everything on the menu, and let’s do this all again! Topics include: Bridgerton bringing back the w...

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 Gobbler’s Knob, and let’s find out if Phil sees his shadow! Topics include: Time loop movies - e.g., Pete’s...

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, practice your follow-through, and let’s play ball (for your heart)! Topics include: Sports psycholog...

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 attractiveness. Pop some aspirin, secure your plaid bag, and let’s drape ourselves over a piano! Topics includ...

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 ultimate Paul Thomas Anderson scholar (absolutely). Put on your best suit/ dress, pick some choice mu...

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 dialogue, and Ramzee is a screwball comedy aficionado. Warm up your singing voice, brush up on your hitch...

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, throw some rose petals, and let’s find our Queen! Topics include: Coming 2 America (2021) Zamunda vs...

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, track down your story, and let’s make our deadline! Topics include: The friend zone The 60th Academy Awa...

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, print a stack of wanted posters, and let’s find that missing number! Topics include: Cut scenes, Easter...

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 reviva...

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 mo...