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Join Jack and Nora 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. The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005) with Charlie Dinkin

    2 DAYS AGO

    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 reveals what the boys are really talking about. Wax your chest, power up your cutting-edge combo VHS/DVD player, and let’s get some f***ing French toast! Topics include: 2000s-2010s romcoms (and why they’re largely missing from this list)There’s Something About Mary (1998) and zipper-related traumaSongs we had to sing in school – Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Does that Viagra match trick actually work?– Content warning: Much like this film, this episode goes to some weird and potentially uncomfortable places - from penis-related body horror to pornography to discussions of homophobia and of misogyny (particularly the fear/ threat of violence against women) hinted at in parts of the film. Please tread carefully if these are sensitive topics! – 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 Charlie Dinkin at @chazzykat (and watch her ITV sketch comedy pilot, Say! Less!, or her Christmas panel show, I Don’t Do… Christmas with Julian Clary)– 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.

    1h 23m
  2. Moonstruck (1987) with The Theater Lovers

    4 FEB

    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 the career server, Will shares his deeply-held philosophy on Nicolas Cage, and Nora wants everyone to know that she is ¼ Italian. Hang on to your hand/ bride/ pack of dogs, do NOT order the oily fish, and let’s go to the opera! Topics include: The magic of the moonCher’s hair“American cheating”– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: When did Loretta take the Lord’s name in vain (twice)? – Where to find us: Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and Letterboxd at @whenrommetcomFollow Jack at @thejackgregsonshowFollow Nora at @norassic_parkFollow The Theatre Lovers at @the_theatre_loversFollow Rachael at @itsrachaeljoyceFollow Will at @wlander– 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.

    1h 9m
  3. Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) with Pilar Alessandra

    28 JAN

    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 reveals the worst joke he’s ever written, and Pilar is definitely not pro-bonnet. Dust off your best suit/ floppy hairdo, do NOT forget the rings, and let’s head to the chapel (x4)! Topics include: Who Charles should have ended up with (and who should have won an Oscar)Best man speechesPaddington 2 (2017)– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Who is Pilar’s favorite - Jack or Nora? Why is it called a honeymoon???– 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 Pilar at @onthepage or learn more about her screenwriting classes, podcast, and book at https://www.onthepage.tv.– 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.

    1h 6m
  4. How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003) with Megan Chacalos

    21 JAN

    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 Kathryn Hahn, Jack advocates for mixed-gender friendships, and Megan actually watched 27 Dresses. Cancel poker night, water your love fern, and let’s get lost! Topics include: Movie taglines Dawson’s CreekWhy Megan has a lifetime ban from Tinder– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Where is Stanley Tucci right now?– 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 Megan on TikTok at @meganchacalos or Instagram at @meganchacalos (or her podcast at @midnightoilwithmegan) – 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.

    1h 10m
  5. The Apartment (1960) with Charlie Vero Martin

    14 JAN

    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 comedy, and if Mr. Sheldrake has zero haters, then Nora is dead. Hide your spare key, grab a strainer and/or tennis racquet, and let’s find out if that’s the way it crumbles (cookie-wise)! Topics include: Rental prices in New York City“Baxters” in romcom writing The ins and outs of spaghetti preparation– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Who would we cast if The Apartment was being made today?– Content Warning: A quick heads up from us— there are several brief references to (but no actual discussions of) a plot point involving attempted suicide, and one mention of abortion. 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 Charlie at @charlievmartin (and check out her upcoming work-in-progress stand-up show, Poltergeist, at Leicester Comedy Festival!)– 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.

    1h 11m
  6. Enchanted (2007) with Helen Arney & Hannah Roza Fisher

    7 JAN

    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 and Nora are co-CEOs of the James Marsden Fan Club. Push up your poofy sleeves, summon a flock of pigeons, and let’s sing a happy little working song! Topics include: How animation and musicals (and animated musicals) fit into the world of romcomsWhere the one f-bomb should go in this family-friendly filmPatrick Dempsey’s hair– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Why is Pip from the Bronx?Has anyone ever given a better performance than James Marsden as Prince Edward?Are lips the only thing that touch?– 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 Hannah at @hanroza (and check out her animation portfolio at www.hannahroza.com)Follow Helen at @helenarneycomedy (and her new musical at @firebrigademusical orwww.firebrigademusical.com) – 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.

    1h 9m
  7. The Idea of You (2024) with Ashley Hufford

    03/12/2025

    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 actually works in an art gallery. Grab your VIP pass, head to Coachella, and let’s feel… everything! Topics include: Differences between the book and filmMen written by womenHaving a song in your heart– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Why do people hate when women are happy?– 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 Ashley at @ashley_hufford, or on TikTok at @ashleyhufford– Find links to our Spotify playlist, the Vanity Fair list, and more here. Support the future of the show with a one-time or recurring donation on our Ko-Fi. 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.

    1h 2m
  8. Harold and Maude (1971) with William Webb

    26/11/2025

    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 knowledge. Steal a shovel, hot-wire a car and/or motorcycle, and let’s go dance in a field of daisies! Topics include: The Criterion CollectionThe birth of the “manic pixie dream girl”Neighborhood WhatsApp groups– Mysteries we still haven’t solved: Is Sunshine Doré alive?– Content Warning: A quick heads up from us - Harold and Maude is an extremely dark comedy, and death and suicide are major recurring themes. As a result, this episode contains frequent detailed descriptions of suicide and various forms of violent self-injury (mostly fake/ staged by Harold in the story). – 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 William at @willwebbful– 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.

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Join Jack and Nora 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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  • Creator
    Jack and Nora
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Jack and Nora
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    When Rom Met Com