When Rom Met Com

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 sculpture...

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...

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 Tiern...

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...

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: Prett...

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 J...

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 p...

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...

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 su...

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...

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...

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 pigeo...

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! To...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 co...

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 incl...

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 ceremon...

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 F...

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 afterli...

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 nic...

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 t...

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 Sy...