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Rom-Com RescueEngaged to a Stranger in a Coma? Sure. Let’s Talk About While You Were Sleeping - 30 Year AnniversaryAny takeaways from this episode?Unrequited crushes. Questionable fiancés. Holiday hospital champagne. And one very comatose Peter Gallagher.This week, we’re celebrating the 30th anniversary of the 1995 rom-com While You Were Sleeping starring Sandra Bullock and Bill Pullman (currently streaming on Disney+), and let’s just say—this movie has feelings. And fiancés. And furniture.Kira Sabin (healthy dating educator + certified coach) and Dr. Isabel Morley (licensed couples therapist) dig deep into:💍 Why this movie is built on a mountain of lies 🧠 What...2025-05-0147 min
Rom-Com RescueFalling for Famous? Notting Hill & the Myth of Movie LoveAny takeaways from this episode?Bookstore Meet Cutes, Paparazzi Swarms & the (Infamous) ‘I’m Just a Girl’ Speech: This Week, We’re Rescuing ‘Notting Hill’!Break out your travel books and awkward British charm—because this week on Romcom Rescue, Kira and Dr. Izzy dive headfirst into 1999’s iconic ‘Notting Hill’ (now streaming on Netflix). Julia Roberts is America’s Sweetheart. Hugh Grant is peak floppy-haired confusion. But do the love lessons hold up… or is this relationship doomed to end in therapy bills and emotional whiplash?We tackle:The ultimate fantasy o...2025-04-2554 min
Rom-Com RescueBest & Worst Rom-Coms of the Year: Our 1-Year Podcast AnniversaryAny takeaways from this episode?Woohoo! It’s been one whole year of the Rom-Com Rescue podcast. A year of movies, missteps, magic, and yes—more than a few rants about enemies-to-lovers.In this special anniversary episode, Kira and Dr. Izzy reflect on:The rom-coms we loved (Rye Lane, Love at First Sight, Idea of You)The rom-coms we barely got through (Anyone But You, we're looking at you)Our favorite series of the year (and which ones deserved bette...2025-04-1133 min
Rom-Com RescueBoundaries in Rom-Coms: The Good, The Bad, & The UncomfortableAny takeaways from this episode?We all say we know what boundaries are… but let’s be real: most of us weren’t taught how to actually set them—especially in relationships.In this episode of RomCom Rescue, we’re breaking down the beautifully messy world of boundaries in romantic comedies. From the iconic (and sometimes problematic) classics to modern love stories that finally get it right, we’re unpacking how Hollywood has shaped our understanding of what’s romantic—and what’s actually just...a boundary issue.2025-04-0343 min
Rom-Com RescueMy Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002): Family Pressure, Self-Worth, and Choosing Your Own PathAny takeaways from this episode?Intrusive family members, making out in cars, fake pottery classes, and Windex...That's right! This week we are breaking down 2002 classic rom com, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, with Nia Vardalos and John Corbett. Currently streaming on Max.What happens when love crosses cultural lines—and your entire family is along for the ride? In this episode of RomCom Rescue, we're breaking down the love lessons (and boundary blunders) in the iconic 2002 rom-com My Big Fat Greek Wedding.Kir...2025-03-2741 min
Rom-Com RescuePicture This (2025) - 5 Reasons Pia's Not Ready for a RelationshipAny takeaways from this episode?Over the top Indian wedding, fortune telling, terrible blind dates, and no passport photos. EVER! That's right, this week on the Romcom Rescue Podcast, we are breaking down 2025 rom com Picture This with Simone Ashley and Hero Fiennes Tiffin. Currently streaming on Amazon Prime.🌮Taco Rating🌮Kira Overall Tacos – 🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮IzzyOverall Tacos- 🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮 (and a half)Come talk with us about y...2025-03-2046 min
Rom-Com RescueSet It Up (2018): What it teaches us about, Ambition, Avoidance, and Emotional MaturityAny takeaways from this episode?Neurotic bosses, parent trapping, New York pizza, and yet! That's right, this week we are breaking down 2018 rom-com "Set It Up" with Zoey Deutch and Glenn Powell....and the Pete Davidson Glow-Up We Didn’t See Coming! 😂Currently streaming on NetflixKira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮Next week, we will be talking about our new rom-com Picture This with Simone Ashley and Hero Fiennes Tiffin.2025-03-1242 min
Rom-Com RescueBridget Jones: Mad About the BoyAny takeaways from this episode?Penguin PJs, constant self-inflicted awkward situations, Hot teachers, and, thank god, Hugh Grant.This week we are breaking down 2025 rom-com, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy with Renee Zellweger, Leo Woodall & Chiwetel EjioforCurrently streaming on Peacock.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮Download Kira's Ghosting Scripts referenced in the episode here.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview01:11 Init...2025-02-2850 min
Rom-Com RescueYou're Cordially InvitedAny takeaways from this episode?Wedding saboteurs, codependent relationships, awkward karaoke, and chaos monkeys! Chaos monkeys!That's right. Woo woo! This week we are breaking down 2025 romcom You're Cordially Invited with Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell, currently streaming on Amazon Prime.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮Join us next for 2025 Rom-Com Kinda Pregnant with Amy Schumer & Will ForteCurrently streaming on Netflix.Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagr...2025-02-0754 min
Rom-Com RescueMerry Gentlemen (Crossover Episode with Little Miss Recap)Any takeaways from this episode?Crossover Episode with Little Miss Recap!!Struggling small town nightclubs, hot townie male dancers, so many costume changes, and the Jingle Belles?That's right, we are watching the 2024 holiday rom-com The Merry Gentleman with Britt Robertson and Chad Michael Murray.Currently streaming on Netflix.Kira – Overall Tacos – 0Love Lesson Tacos – 0Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮Join us next for our Personal Favo...2024-12-141h 16
Rom-Com RescueThe HolidayAny takeaways from this episode?House swapping, hot drunk Englishman, personal movie trailers, and Mr. Napkinhead!That's right, we are watching the 2006 rom-com series THE HOLIDAY, with Kate Winslet, Cameron DIaz, Jude Law and Jack Black.Currently streaming on Amazon Prime.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Join us next for 2024 - Holiday Rom-com, Merry Gentleman Crossover Extravaganza with Little Miss Recap.Currently streaming on Netflix.Come talk with us about your favorite...2024-12-0957 min
Rom-Com RescueOur Little SecretAny takeaways from this episode?Childhood friendships, weed gummies, drunken proposals, and difficult in laws. That's right, we are watching the 2024 Christmas Rom-com, Our Little Secret with Lindsay Lohan and Ian Harding. Currently streaming on Netflix.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮Join us next for 2006 Classic holiday rom-com, The Holiday with Kate Winslet, Cameron Diaz, Jude Law, and Jack Black.Currently streaming on Amazon Prime.Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on ins...2024-12-051h 01
Rom-Com RescueHot FrostyAny takeaways from this episode?Middle school dances, streaking, breaking and entering, a denim sleeveless jumpsuit, and Craig Robinson. That's right! We are watching 2024 Rom-Com Hot Frosty. With Dustin Milligan and Lacey ChabertCurrently streaming on Netflix.Excellent video from GriefCatPartyTime that we talked about on the episode.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮Join us next for 2006 Classic holiday rom-com, The Holiday with Kate Winslet, Cameron Diaz, Jude Law, and Jack Black...2024-11-2641 min
Rom-Com RescueMy Lady JaneAny takeaways from this episode?Strong heroines, evil cousins, history rewrites, and ethians? That's right, we are watching the 2024 rom com series My Lady Jane with Emily Bader and Edward Blumel.Strong heroines, evil cousins, history rewrites, and ethians? That's right, we are watching the 2024 rom com series My Lady Jane with Emily Bader and Edward BlumelCurrently streaming on Amazon Prime.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮Join...2024-11-2046 min
Rom-Com RescueNobody Wants ThisAny takeaways from this episode?Agnostic sex podcasters, Hot Rabbis, highly opinionated families, and the Matzah Ballers! That's right. We are watching the 2024 Rom-com Series. "Nobody Wants This" with Kristen Bell and Adam Brody.Currently streaming on Netflix.We LOVED this new show and talk about everything from squishy gefilte fish, awkward family dinners, and how to handle the 'Ick Factor' in relationships.From Adam Brody's charm to Kristen Bell's witty banter, find out why this series is a must-watch and explore why vulnerability, communication, and boundary-setting are the...2024-10-101h 03
Rom-Com RescueLove at First SightAny takeaways from this episode?Missed flights, broken seatbelts, Shakespeare themed memorials, and statistics? That's right, we are watching 2023 rom com Love at First Sight with Haley Lu Richardson, Ben Hardy, and Jameela Jamil.Currently streaming on Netflix.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Join us next for 2024 Rom-Com Series – Nobody Wants This with Kristen Bell and Adam Brody. Currently streaming on Netflix.Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagram, tiktok, & youtube.2024-10-0255 min
Rom-Com RescueI Want You BackAny takeaways from this episode?Drunken Karaoke, middle school productions of Little Shop of Horrors. and the Sadness Sisters. That's right! We're watching 2022 Rom Com "I Want You Back" with Charlie Day, Jenny Slate, Gina Rodriguez, and Scott Eastwood.Currently streaming on Amazon Prime.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮Join us next for 2023 Rom-Com - Love at First Sight with Haley Lu Richardson and Ben Hardy. Currently streaming on Netflix.Come talk with us about your favorite ro...2024-09-181h 11
Rom-Com RescueOur Personal Favorite Comfort Rom-ComsAny takeaways from this episode?Need some new comforting rom-com movie ideas when you are sick, tired, or going through a break-up or disappointment? We got you!We decided to do something a little different this week, we chose to share our personal Top 5 Comforting Rom-coms that we love to watch over and over when we are sad or struggling.Listen to discover Isabelle's heartwarming classics that you probably love too, and Kira's lesser-known international favs that will charm the pants off of anyone.Grab your popcorn and listen u...2024-07-101h 14
Rom-Com RescueAlways Be My MaybeAny takeaways from this episode?Childhood friends, losing your virginity in the back of a Corolla, Elevated Asian cuisine and Keanu fucking Reeves. That's right. This week we are breaking down 2019 rom-com Always Be My Baby with Ali Wong, Randall Park & Keanu Reeves.Currently streaming on Netflix.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Join us next week for Our Favorite Break-Up & Comfort Rom-Coms.Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagram, tiktok, & youtube an...2024-07-031h 15
Rom-Com RescueAnyone But YouAny takeaways from this episode?Constant bickering, zero chemistry, so much listening through the bushes, and singing unwritten at the top of your lungs being taken away by a helicopter. That's right, today we are talking about not-good-at-all 2023 rom com, Anyone But You, with Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney. Currently Streaming on Netflix.Kira – Overall Tacos – 0Love Lesson Tacos – 0Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 0Love Lesson Tacos – 0Join us next week for Always Be My Maybe on Netflix! Come...2024-06-261h 19
Rom-Com RescueBridgerton Season 3 - Part 2Any takeaways from this episode?This is for Bridgerton Season 3, Episodes 5-8Secrets coming out, women having great conversations, society finally looking in the mirror, and one man's epic sexual journey. That's right, today we're talking about the second half of Bridgerton Season 3 starring Nicola Coughlan & Luke Newton.Currently Streaming on NetflixKira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Join us on June 26th, for our breakdown of Anyone But You. Come talk with us abo...2024-06-171h 35
Rom-Com RescueQueen CharlotteAny takeaways from this episode?Deformed bunnies, mental health issues, overbearing mother in laws, and so many outfit changes. That's right, today we're talking 2023 hit Queen Charlotte, A Bridgerton Story, with India Armatifio, Corey Mylchreest, Adjoa Andoh, Michelle Fairley, Ruth Gemmell, Golda Rosheuvel, Arsema Thomas, Sam Clemmett and Freddie Dennis.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Join us on Saturday June 15th, for Bridgerton - Season 3 Part 2 🤩Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagram, tiktok...2024-06-121h 28
Rom-Com RescueThe Big SickAny takeaways from this episode?Clashing cultures, family expectations, low key heckling, mysterious illnesses, and Holly fucking Hunter. That's right. Today we are talking about 2017 Rom-com The Big Sick with Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan, Ray Romano, and Holly Hunter. Currently streaming on Amazon Prime.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Join us next week for Queen Charlotte on Netflix. 🤩Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagram, tiktok, & youtube and Bluesky!Get show note2024-06-051h 21
Rom-Com Rescue13 Going on 30Any takeaways from this episode?Middle school mean girls, childhood best friends, seven minutes in heaven, and Razzles! That's right, today we are talking about 2004 Rom-com Classic 13 going on 30, with Jennifer Garner, Mark Ruffalo, and Judy Greer.Now streaming on HuluKira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮Join us next week for Queen Charlotte Ep 1-3 on Netflix. Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagram, tiktok, & youtube and Bluesky!Get sho...2024-05-291h 10
Rom-Com RescueBridgerton Season 3 - Episodes 3 & 4Any takeaways from this episode?🫖 Calling all Polin And Bridgerton Fans! Bridgerton Week has kicked off on Rom-Com Rescue! We are dressing up in our best Bridgerton Dress (look on youtube!) and to help us get this new podcast out there we are offering a Bridgerton Week Giveaway to win an amazing Bridgerton Gift Basket for even the biggest Bridgerton Fan. Check it out here. All entries have to be in by May 24th, Midnight EST.Watch for our next episode coming out May 29th - 13 Going on 30 with Jennifer Garner...2024-05-211h 25
Rom-Com RescueBridgerton Season 3 - Episodes 1 & 2Any takeaways from this episode?🫖 Calling all Polin And Bridgerton Fans! Bridgerton Week has kicked off on Rom-Com Rescue! We are dressing up in our best Bridgerton Dress (look on youtube!) and to help us get this new podcast out there we are offering a Bridgerton Week Giveaway to win an amazing Bridgerton Gift Basket for even the biggest Bridgerton Fan. Check it out here. All entries have to be in by May 24th, Midnight EST.Watch for our next Bridgerton Breakdown on Episodes 3 & 4 coming out May 22nd.Come ta...2024-05-1856 min
Rom-Com RescueThe Idea of You MovieAny takeaways from this episode?Bathroom meet cutes, crappy exes, well made sandwiches, Coachella, and good stupid, not stupid stupid. That's right! today we are talking about BRAND NEW 2024 ROM-COM The Idea of You, with Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine.Now streaming on Amazon Prime.Kira – Overall Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Isabelle – Overall Tacos- 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Love Lesson Tacos – 🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮Join us next week for BRIDGERTON SEASON 3 on Netflix. We will be starting the Bridgerton celebration May 16th on all of our social media platforms. Join us!Come talk with us...2024-05-101h 25
Rom-Com RescueCrazy Stupid Love - Part 2Any takeaways from this episode?Bad pickup lines, toxic masculinity, inappropriate crushes, The Dirty Dancing Lift and David Lindhagen. That's right, this week we are talking about PART TWO if 2011 Rom-Com Crazy Stupid Love with Steve Carell, Julianne Moore, Ryan Gosling, and Emma Stone.Join us next week for The Idea of You with Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine. Now streaming on Amazon PrimeKira - Overall Tacos - 2Love Lesson Tacos -2Isabelle - Overall Tacos - 52024-05-081h 25
Rom-Com RescueCrazy Stupid Love - Part 1Any takeaways from this episode?Bad pickup lines, toxic masculinity, inappropriate crushes, The Dirty Dancing Lift and David Lindhagen. That's right, this week we are talking about 2011 rom com Crazy Stupid Love with Steve Carell, Julianne Moore, Ryan Gosling, and Emma Stone. Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagram, tiktok, & youtube and Bluesky!Get show notes, transcripts, and more information on at Rom-ComRescue.com2024-05-011h 13
Rom-Com RescueRye LaneAny takeaways from this episode?Bathroom crying, awkward karaoke, so many exes, breaking and entering, and Colin Firth! That's right! Today we are talking about 2023 English rom-com Rye Lane with David Jonsson and Vivian Oparah.Delve into the world of 'Rye Lane' with hosts Kira Sabin and Dr. Isabel Morley as they examine the 2023 romantic comedy's portrayal of vulnerability, self-discovery, and genuine connections in modern romance. Through personal anecdotes and insightful commentary, discover the charm and relatability that make 'Rye Lane' stand out among romantic comedies, celebrating the journey to finding true love.2024-04-241h 29
Rom-Com RescueRunaway BrideAny takeaways from this episode?Stalking, piss poor journalism, revenge porn, a town where boundaries don't seem to exist, and five weddings. That's right, today we are talking about 1999 rom-com classic, Runaway Bride with Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagram, tiktok, & youtube and Bluesky!Get show notes, transcripts, and more information on at Rom-ComRescue.com2024-04-171h 38
Rom-Com RescueRom-Com Rescue TrailerAny takeaways from this episode?WE LOVE ROM-COMS BUT THEY ARE BIG FAT LIARS .Rom-Coms are WONDERFUL but relationship role models…they are not.Turns out that love and relationships are way more complicated than can be told in a good 90 minute script, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t great lessons to be learned and that is exactly what we are doing here on this podcast. Using our favorite classic & current rom-coms as a tool, we will point out healthy & not-so-healthy behaviors to apply to real life da...2024-04-1400 min
Rom-Com RescueCrazy Rich AsiansAny takeaways from this episode?Jealous socialites, disapproving mother-in-laws, and 40 million dollar weddings. That's right! This week we are talking about 2018 rom-com Crazy Rich Asians. With Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Michelle Yeoh, Gemma Chan. Embark on a journey with us as we celebrate the strong female characters who navigate through the dazzling, yet daunting world of high society, all while tackling the grown-up approach to love and dating that the movie so brilliantly encapsulates.This episode isn't just about the glitz and glam; it's a deep dive into the heart of family and cu...2024-04-101h 15
Thrive with Kira Sabin: A Positive Psychology PodcastIntroducing the Rom-Com Rescue Podcast!This week I am sharing the intro episode of my brand new podcast Rom-com Rescue! A smart & fun podcast from Couples Therapist, Dr. Isabelle Morley & myself where we teach life lessons from your favorite rom-coms. We are kicking off the podcast with an intro episode to let you know who we are, our own personal love stories, & why we are doing this podcast. Check out the show, transcriptions, shownotes, resources, & more episodes at romcomrescue.com2024-04-051h 07
Rom-Com RescueYou've Got MailAny takeaways from this episode?AOL dial up, corporate espionage, catfishing, shitty power dynamics, and bouquets of sharpened pencils. That's right! This week we are talking about 1998 rom com You've Got Mail starring Meg Ryan & Tom Hanks.In this episode of the Rom-Com Rescue Podcast, we delve into the nuances behind the 1998 classic 'You've Got Mail.'They express their concerns over the film's portrayal of relationships, particularly criticizing the toxic behavior of the male lead, Joe Fox, and the romanticization of deceit.Despite the nostalgia associated with the...2024-04-051h 29
Rom-Com RescueHow to Lose A Guy In 10 DaysAny takeaways from this episode?So many mixed signals, zero boundaries, animal neglect, and of course a bet. This week we are talking about 2003 Rom-Com How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days starring Kate Hudson & Matthew McConaughey.In this episode, we're unpacking the film's portrayal of attachment styles, the troubling tropes it perpetuates, and the fantasy vs. reality of rom-com relationships. Together, we'll debunk the myth of the “cool girl” and question the slew of unrealistic expectations set by the characters.We'll also explore the missed opportunity for a more authentic resolu...2024-04-021h 29
Rom-Com RescueWelcome to Rom-Com Rescue!Any takeaways from this episode?Welcome to the Rom-Com Rescue Podcast! A brand new podcast from Couples Therapist, Dr. Isabelle Morley & Healthy Dating Educator, Kira Sabin, where we teach life lessons from your favorite rom-coms.We are kicking off the podcast with an intro episode to let you know who we are, our own personal love stories, & why we are doing this podcast.Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagram, tiktok, & youtube and Bluesky!Get show notes, transcripts, and more information o...2024-04-021h 00