Podstruck: A Rom-Com Rewind

Elena Crevello & Chelsea Davison
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Professional comedy writers Elena Crevello and Chelsea Davison are obsessed with rom coms, because it’s one of the only genres that actually centers female stories. Join them as they take a look back at classic romantic comedies to appreciate the good, the bad, and the totally sexist with fresh eyes… Commenting on all the things they were too lovestruck to see the first time. Every week Elena, Chelsea, and their guest will dig into the clumsy leads and quirky best friends, analyze rom com tropes, and share how these films inspired them/warped their ideas of love. Come along as they revisit the chick flicks that taught a generation of women you’re not ugly, you just have glasses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Always Be My Maybe: All Hail Keanu (with Alex Song-Xia)

    3D AGO

    Always Be My Maybe: All Hail Keanu (with Alex Song-Xia)

    CATEGORY: BFFS WHO ARE DTF This week we are joined by comedian Alex Song-Xia (The Tonight Show, Rick & Morty, Praise Petey) to cover the next rom-com in our BFFs Who Are DTF bucket, "Always Be My Maybe." This movie has an all-star cast with Ali Wong, Randall Park, Michelle Buteau, and an Oscar worthy cameo by Keanu Reeves! We cover whether Randall Park's character is even worthy of Ali Wong's, the perks of being a latchkey kid, and how de-aging actors is a delicate dance between believability and just making them look like a narc. Plus we'll dive into whether being in your high school band well into your thirties is a good idea or not, why Sasha Tran is opening so many restaurants and how that might not be a good idea in 2019, and debate whether buying all your boyfriend's merch to make him feel better about himself is a good move or not. Join us for a movie that took us on a real rollercoaster of emotions! And yes, Alex did cry! This week's episode was edited by Nick Duke: @n_dukie Follow Alex Song-Xia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexsongxia/                                Follow Alex Song-Xia on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/alexsongxia/ Follow Podstruck on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podstruckpod/ Podstruck TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podstruckpodcast Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/Podstruckpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 16m
  2. Meet Cutie Bonus Episode: Upcoming Rom-Com Sequels, Reboots, & Adaptations We Can't Wait To Watch!

    5D AGO

    Meet Cutie Bonus Episode: Upcoming Rom-Com Sequels, Reboots, & Adaptations We Can't Wait To Watch!

    SUBSCRIBER EXCLUSIVE BONUS EPISODE Listen to the first 20 minutes of an exclusive bonus episode for our Podstruck Patreon subscribers AKA our Meet Cuties where we talk about all the upcoming rom-com sequels, reboots, adaptations, and more that we can't wait to watch! We pitch the stories that we want to see in the sequel to My Best Friend's Wedding (and what we DO NOT want to see), discuss the set photos from Practical Magic 2, and argue about Anne Hathaway in The Devil Wears Prada 2. Plus we unpack the Evan Rachel Wood drama as well as the controversy of Apple TV+ not involving Nancy Meyers in the reboot of The Holiday. We also share a rundown of all the upcoming romantic comedy movies we are excited to watch, including movies with a She's All That reunion, a Dave Bautista rom-com, and more starring Millie Bobby Brown, Penn Badgley, and Lili Reinhart. And listen to the end to hear some huge personal news as well. To listen to the FULL bonus episode, sign up for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/Podstruckpod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    21 min
  3. When Harry Met Sally: Call Nora Ephron Your Daddy (with Julius Sharpe)

    AUG 13

    When Harry Met Sally: Call Nora Ephron Your Daddy (with Julius Sharpe)

    CATEGORY: BFFS WHO ARE DTF Today is the 50th episode of Podstruck! And to celebrate, Elena and Chelsea are rewatching arguably the best rom-com of  all time, 'When Harry Met Sally.' We are joined by writer Julius Sharpe (Family Guy, Ted, Making History) to discuss the magic of Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal and why movie studio execs might have been nervous. We get nostalgic for the lost art of long phone calls, New York City in the fall, character actors like Bruno Kirby who look like real people, plus we analyze why Nora Ephron is the GOAT and how she follows in Neil Simon's footsteps of "swiss watch comedy." Rob Reiner's 1989 classic still makes us cry after all this time, though we do have a few bones to pick including one extremely unconvincing wig. Thanks for listening to our first 50 episodes!!! This week's episode was edited by Nick Duke: @n_dukie Follow Julius Sharpe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliussharpe/ Follow Podstruck on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podstruckpod/ Podstruck TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podstruckpodcast Check out our Patreon and vote on Meet Cutie Perks: https://www.patreon.com/c/Podstruckpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 13m
  4. Clueless: Just Make Them Not Siblings (with Lily Sullivan)

    AUG 6

    Clueless: Just Make Them Not Siblings (with Lily Sullivan)

    SUBCATEGORY: STRIKE A MATCH We close out our collection of matchmaker rom-coms with a film that has inspired fashion and passion for three decades: Clueless! We celebrate the 30th anniversary of Clueless with guest Lily Sullivan (Comedy Bang Bang, The Righteous Gemstones) who talks with Elena and Chelsea about why the Alicia Silverstone Paul Rudd 1995 classic from Amy Heckerling stands the test of time. Every line from these Beverly Hills rich kids is iconic, every outfit legendary, and the romance still sparkles between Cher and Josh... even if we kind of wish they'd listened to the early studio note and not made them ex-step-siblings. But do you think we are bothered much by it? As if!   This week's episode was edited by Nick Duke: @n_dukie Follow Lily Sullivan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lilyyily/ Follow Podstruck on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podstruckpod/ Podstruck TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podstruckpodcast Check out our Patreon and vote on Meet Cutie Perks: https://www.patreon.com/c/Podstruckpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 18m
  5. Crossing Delancey: Brined & Dined (with Jo Firestone)

    JUL 30

    Crossing Delancey: Brined & Dined (with Jo Firestone)

    SUBCATEGORY: STRIKE A MATCH This week we continue our Strike a Match subcategory with the 1988 indie rom-com, Crossing Delancey! If you've ever dreamed of a man whose hands are brined in pickle juice every day, like Elena does, then this move is for you! And joining us is special guest Jo Firestone (After Midnight, The Tonight Show, The Great North)! In this episode we discuss the art of matchmaking, debate whether Butts Up is a real game or one Elena imagined in her mind, why you should never try to stop a thief as Chelsea has, and how David Hyde Pierce is already playing a version of Niles Crane in this movie! Plus we gush over the matchmaker Sylvia Miles and discuss why you should never enter into a prenup on a napkin!  This week's episode was edited by Nick Duke: @n_dukie    Buy Jo's new book! A comedy-thriller titled 'Murder On Sex Island': https://www.amazon.com/Murder-Sex-Island-Luella-Mystery/dp/B0CH4JV36H Follow Podstruck on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podstruckpod/ Podstruck TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podstruckpodcast Check out our Patreon and vote on Meet Cutie Perks: https://www.patreon.com/c/Podstruckpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m
  6. Set It Up: A Sexy Parent Trap

    JUL 23

    Set It Up: A Sexy Parent Trap

    SUBCATEGORY: STRIKE A MATCH This week we kick off our brand new subcategory STRIKE A MATCH with rom-coms all about matchmakers, set-ups, and people playing Cupid. And we start off with one of Chelsea's favorite modern rom-coms that Elena is watching for the first time, the 2018 Netflix original 'Set It Up.' This Cyrano-meets-the-Parent-Trap movie features an Zoey Deutch, Lucy Liu, Taye Diggs, and Glen Powell before he was Mr. Movie Star. We discuss nightmare work situations, being a plus three, whether a child's school play is a good date locale, and Elena's many inventions that she wants to bring to Shark Tank. Plus we both dream of the dinosaur movie that will finally buy us a mansion and talk about why we panic every time we have to write a script. If you're looking for writing advice, this episode is packed with tips! Follow Podstruck on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podstruckpod/ Podstruck TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podstruckpodcast Check out our Patreon and vote on Meet Cutie Perks: https://www.patreon.com/c/Podstruckpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 17m
  7. Dave: What If Criminals Couldn't Be President (with Nick Wiger)

    JUL 16

    Dave: What If Criminals Couldn't Be President (with Nick Wiger)

    SUBCATEGORY: CODEPENDENCE DAY Today's episode is the final movie in our White House themed rom-com bucket covering the Ivan Reitman classic comedy, 'Dave,' starring Kevin Kline and Sigourney Weaver. And the Podstruck hosts are joined by special guest Nick Wiger (Doughboys podcast, Get Played, Comedy Bang Bang, @midnight). We talk about Nick's childhood love of CSPAN, Chelsea's shock that Shaq was good at basketball, Elena's star-studded 30th birthday party, why we all hate Ivan Reitman, and how this movie has one of the best ever supporting cast swith Laura Linney, Ben Kingsley, Frank Langella, Charles Grodin, and Bonnie Hunt. The Judy Greer Award for Quirkiest Side Character has never been more competitive! Plus we dive into cinema's greatest question - what is going on with Dave's dick? This weeks episode was edited by Nick Duke: @n_dukie Listen to Doughboys: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doughboys/id996151267 Listen to Get Played: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-played/id1466286684 Follow Podstruck on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podstruckpod/ Podstruck TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podstruckpodcast Check out our Patreon and vote on Meet Cutie Perks: https://www.patreon.com/c/Podstruckpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 18m
  8. Meet Cutie Bonus Episode: The Truth About Cats & Dogs

    JUL 14 · BONUS

    Meet Cutie Bonus Episode: The Truth About Cats & Dogs

    MEET CUTIE BONUS EPISODE: THE TRUTH ABOUT CATS & DOGS                                                                              This is a preview of a bonus episode exclusively for our Patreon subscribers, AKA our Meet Cuties. To listen to the full episode join our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/Podstruckpod and try a week for free on us! Today we cover the 1996 Uma Thurman and Janeane Garofalo rom-com, The Truth About Cats & Dogs. This movie was recommended to us via email, via a review and in our Patreon, so clearly it is a fan favorite! In this episode we'll discuss the injustice of Janeane Garofalo portraying the "ugly" friend, the insane premise that this entire movie hinges on, as well as our shared love for the 1997 movie, Batman & Robin (we know, we know - this movie is BAD!) We also touch on a quick PSA: Peter Sarsgaard and Alexander SKarsgard are NOT brothers. I repeat: NOT BROTHERS! We hope you enjoy this episode and thank you for being a Meet Cutie!                                                          Follow Podstruck on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podstruckpod/ Follow Podstruck on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podstruckpodcast Check out our Patreon and become a Meet Cutie: https://www.patreon.com/c/Podstruckpod  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Professional comedy writers Elena Crevello and Chelsea Davison are obsessed with rom coms, because it’s one of the only genres that actually centers female stories. Join them as they take a look back at classic romantic comedies to appreciate the good, the bad, and the totally sexist with fresh eyes… Commenting on all the things they were too lovestruck to see the first time. Every week Elena, Chelsea, and their guest will dig into the clumsy leads and quirky best friends, analyze rom com tropes, and share how these films inspired them/warped their ideas of love. Come along as they revisit the chick flicks that taught a generation of women you’re not ugly, you just have glasses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Elena Crevello & Chelsea Davison
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Elena Crevello & Chelsea Davison
  • Show Website
    Podstruck: A Rom-Com Rewind

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