• The Bizarre Mating Calls of Heterosexuals feat. Ella Cerón

  • Aug 17 2023
  • Length: 1 hr and 9 mins
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The Bizarre Mating Calls of Heterosexuals feat. Ella Cerón

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  • On this episode, I am joined by romantic comedy scholar Ella Cerón, who is also the author of the excellent coming-of-age YA novel Viva Lola Espinoza. We talked about rom-coms and their tropes, especially focusing on Pride & Prejudice (2005) and Fire Island. Ella also recommends a bunch of her favorite romantic comedies, explains who Mr. Wickham is and why he’s an example of an important archetype, caramel Frappuccinos on Christmas, and much more. Come for the deep dive, stay for the stray meows from Ella's cat, Olive.

    Buy Ella’s book ASAP: Viva Lola Espinoza. And follow her on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok.

    Things we talked about:

    • Almost Famous
    • The Wedding Planner 
    • Hitch
    • How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
    • Almost Famous
    • To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
    • Viva Lola Espinoza
    • Manhunt by Gretchen Felker-Martin

    Get Oh, I Like That merch here! 

    This episode was produced by Sally and Ella and edited by Aram Vartian. Our logo was designed by Amber Seger (@rocketorca). Our theme music is by Tiny Music. Follow us on Instagram @OhILikeThatPod.
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