When Rom Met Com

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

  1. -5 j

    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 break out of this time loop! Topics include: Andie McDowell’s hairRachel McAdams repeatedly falling in love with time travelersBeing the Christmas ghost you want to see in the world– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Can you develop an addiction while stuck in a time loop?– Content Warning: A quick heads up from us - this episode contains discussions of suicide, in the context of plot points in Groundhog Day and other films. Where to find us: Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Letterboxd at @whenrommetcomSupport the future of the show on Ko-fiFollow Jack at @thejackgregsonshowFollow Nora at @norassic_parkFollow Heidi at @heidi_regan and on TikTok at @heidi_regan (and watch her Groundhog Day sketch here!)For more information on Ryan Gilbey’s book on Groundhog Day (part of BFI Film Classics series), click here.– 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Groundhog Day (1993) with Heidi Regan

  2. 15 juil.

    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 of everything on the menu, and let’s do this all again! Topics include: Bridgerton bringing back the word "rake"Morality and spirituality when you’re stuck in a time loopCrying over X-Men (2000)– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Are we going to hell?Which Bill Murray shower scene is more iconic - Groundhog Day or Lost in Translation (2003)?– Content Warning: A quick heads up from us - this episode contains discussions of suicide, in relation to plot points in the film. Where to find us: Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Letterboxd at @whenrommetcomSupport the future of the show on Ko-fiFollow Jack at @thejackgregsonshowFollow Nora at @norassic_parkFollow Kim at @kimlast (and check out the open mic events he runs at @turoturouk & @oursymposium!)– 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Groundhog Day (1993) with Kim Last

  3. 8 juil.

    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 Gobbler’s Knob, and let’s find out if Phil sees his shadow! Topics include: Time loop movies - e.g., Pete’s Christmas (2013), I Do I Do I Do (2015), Happy Death Day (2017), Palm Springs (2020)The deep lore of Punxsutawney PhilBill Murray’s unique charm– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Are Phil and Phyllis’s pups immortal?– Content Warning: A quick heads up from us - this episode contains discussions of suicide, in relation to plot points in the film. Where to find us: Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Letterboxd at @whenrommetcomSupport the future of the show on Ko-fiFollow Jack at @thejackgregsonshowFollow Nora at @norassic_parkFollow Peter at @peterflower_scores – 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Groundhog Day (1993) with Peter Flower

  4. 1 juil.

    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, practice your follow-through, and let’s play ball (for your heart)! Topics include: Sports psychologyHow action movies are like musicalsBehaving inappropriately at the cinema– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Is Monica a Taurus?Why do people insist on categorizing romantic dramas as romcoms?– Where to find us: Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Letterboxd at @whenrommetcomSupport the future of the show on Ko-fiFollow Jack at @thejackgregsonshowFollow Nora at @norassic_parkFollow Hanna at @hannainesflint (and buy her books, Strong Female Character and The Unofficial Buffy the Vampire Slayer Quiz Book here.) – 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Love & Basketball (2000) with Hanna Flint

  5. 24 juin

    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 attractiveness. Pop some aspirin, secure your plaid bag, and let’s drape ourselves over a piano! Topics include: Madeline Kahn (an icon)Love Story (1970)Filming regulations in San Francisco– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Why isn’t everyone Team Eunice?!How did Judy get that towel to stay up?– Where to find us: Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Letterboxd at @whenrommetcomSupport the future of the show on Ko-fiFollow Jack at @thejackgregsonshowFollow Nora at @norassic_parkFollow Sarah at @sarahslittlejokes (and get tickets to her Edinburgh fringe show here!)– 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What’s Up, Doc? (1972) with Sarah Bradley

  6. 17 juin

    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 ultimate Paul Thomas Anderson scholar (absolutely). Put on your best suit/ dress, pick some choice mushrooms, and let’s satisfy our hunger! Topics include: Daniel Day-LewisMrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022)Finding someone who matches your freak– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: How does Reynolds and Alma’s dynamic translate to the bedroom..?Why does no one flirt in movies anymore?– Where to find us: Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Letterboxd at @whenrommetcomSupport the future of the show on Ko-fiFollow Jack at @thejackgregsonshowFollow Nora at @norassic_parkFollow Jack at @bitterpubs (and check out his show Rob & Romesh Vs on Sky!)– 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Phantom Thread (2017) with Jack Murray

  7. 10 juin

    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 dialogue, and Ramzee is a screwball comedy aficionado. Warm up your singing voice, brush up on your hitchhiking technique, and let’s tear down the Walls of Jericho! Topics include: Road trip moviesObsession (2026)The economy– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: What happened one night? What is “it”???– Where to find us: Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Letterboxd at @whenrommetcomSupport the future of the show on Ko-fiFollow Jack at @thejackgregsonshowFollow Nora at @norassic_parkFollow Ramzee at @ramzeecreates (find his books here) – 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    It Happened One Night (1934) with Ramzee

  8. 3 juin

    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, throw some rose petals, and let’s find our Queen! Topics include: Coming 2 America (2021)Zamunda vs. Black Panther (2018)’s Wakanda Eddie Murphy’s star power– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Why don’t movies have spit takes anymore?– Where to find us: Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Letterboxd at @whenrommetcomSupport the future of the show on Ko-fiFollow Jack at @thejackgregsonshowFollow Nora at @norassic_parkFollow Kobi at @kobestarr (and check out his podcasts Flixwatcher and The Wire Stripped)– 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Coming to America (1988) with Kobi Omenaka
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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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Création
    Jack and Nora
  • Années d’activité
    2025 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    42
  • Classification
    Contenu explicite
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    © Jack and Nora
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    When Rom Met Com

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