This week, Grant and Maia attempt to answer a big question “why do we love Romcoms so much?”. Our episode takes us through the history of romantic comedies. From the Greeks to ways Shakespeare still influences the stories we tell today. We talk about how romantic comedies are some of our oldest stories and so much more than just “chick flicks”. Finally, we revel in our favorite romcoms and share in our delight of both Bridget Jones Diary and Jane Austen. Are you reading to avoid the news? Us too.
Ever feel like your life is one awkward rom-com away from greatness? In this sprawling, laugh-out-loud episode, Grant and Maia dive into the wonderfully chaotic world of rom-coms—and all the real-life moments that feel just as scripted (but with way worse lighting). From hilarious classroom mishaps and movie theater disasters to quirky family stories and spontaneous philosophical tangents, they explore how love, vulnerability, and a bit of messiness make for the best stories—on screen and off. Along the way, they unpack classic rom-com tropes, trace their roots from Shakespearean drama to Sandra Bullock blockbusters, and get unexpectedly deep about personal growth, emotional risk-taking, and the everyday magic of falling for someone—or something—at the wrong time, in the right way. Whether you’re a hopeless romantic, a film nerd, or just someone who’s cried over a well-placed movie montage, this episode will hit you right in the feels (and probably make you laugh-snort in public).
00:00:00 Catch-Up
00:24:38 Shake that Speare
00:28:51 The Father of the RomCom
00:57:14 Adaptations
01:03:44 Ancient Greece
01:15:29 Modern Romcoms
02:02:27 Do they matter?
02:16:48 Bridget Jones & Final Thoughts
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