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Falling in Love Montage

Helen and Valerie
Romantic Comedy
Grief
Tom Hanks
Meg Ryan
Chick Flicks
Sleepless In Seattle
Lindsay Lohan
Romantic Relationships
John Tucker Must Die
Bridget Jones
Eternal Sunshine Of the Spotless Mind
Connie and Carla
Joe Versus the Volcano
Sisterhood
Mad About the Boy
Romantic Comedy Genre
New York City
Loss
Practical Magic
Family

Every other week, Valerie and Helen will look at a different chick flick (muff film, broad comedy, lady thriller, period movie, whathaveyou) and boil it down to its themes and how those themes affect our tender feminine emotions. Mostly we'll just go off on tangents about Sex and the City. We'll talk about chick flick tropes, like love triangles/squares/pentagons and sisterhood. We'll explore just... more

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Recent Guests

Karen Wurl
Elaine-May lover and scholar; mother of the hosts
Family connection to Elaine May
Episode: A New Leaf (w/ Karen Wurl)
Amy Pascale
Howard Deutch/John Hughes correspondent on the episode
Guest expert
Episode: Pretty in Pink (w/ Amy Pascale)
Marisa Macias
Guest joining for the Notting Hill discussion
Episode: Notting Hill (w/ Marisa Macias)
Sarah Norton
Lindsay Lohan Correspondent and Disney Adult
Episode: Freakier Friday (w/ Sarah Norton)
Elam Lestar
Friend to the show and son of Helen
Episode: High School Musical: The Trilogy
Shannon Campe
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Little Women, A Modern Audio Drama
Episode: Little Women (w/ Shannon Campe)
Angel Kofsky
Non-binary poet, streamer, and host of the Coupop Up Open Arts Showcase
Episode: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (w/ Angel Kofsky)

Hosts

Helen Herbst LaStar
Host of Falling in Love Montage; co-host with Valerie; long-running presence on the show.
Valerie Jane Thoma
Co-host and primary speaker on film analyses; frequently drives conversations and guest discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 80 ratings
  • Nobody’s perfect

    It’s ok.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Collind1123
    United States6 years ago
  • I love listening to Falling in Love Montage - it's refreshing and fun, and I love hearing the perspectives of Helen and Valerie when it comes to rom coms and other similar movies - both ones I've seen and ones I haven't. They both bring great energy and viewpoints, and I definitely recommend you listen to it!

    Podchaser
    5
    Jessica P
    6 years ago
  • Bias note: I've been a guest on three episodes and help to moderate the Facebook group for the show. But with that said, I was a fan before I was any of that, and it's always a pleasure to listen to Helen and Valerie breaking down both foundational chick flicks and newer entries to the genre. They aren't blind to the limitations of the label, but they also strike a great balance between dissecting the more problematic elements of the genre and still enjoying the cheese, romance, and bonkers mome... more

    Podchaser
    5
    tracy.tan103
    7 years ago
  • Charming, heartwarming, funny, incisive, sweet and deep. All the things you wish you could get out of a good chick flick, you'll find in this podcast.

    Podchaser
    5
    GCPsychonaut
    7 years ago
  • I’ve been binge-listening all week

    Thank you so so so much for these.

    I love how it’s all about real in-depth discussions.

    Thanks for keeping me company while I do life in my little house in Tokyo xx x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jojomac44pins
    Australia7 years ago

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Fans love deep, thoughtful takes on beloved chick flicks.
The theme and musical cues are frequently mentioned as charming and memorable.
The show is often recommended for those who want both entertainment and thoughtful discussion.
Guests and episodes are described as engaging and informative for rom-com fans.
Many reviews highlight the show's accessibility and entertaining debates.
Listeners value the sense of community and consistent voice across episodes.
Audience finds the banter relatable and the episodes easy to binge.
Fans appreciate the blend of feminism with fun, pop-culture nostalgia.
Listeners repeatedly praise the hosts' chemistry and warmth.
Positive feedback emphasizes the hosts' honesty and genuine friendship.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

High School Musical: The Trilogy
Q: What scholarship is awarded at the end of High School Musical 3?
Multiple scholarships are awarded including to Ryan and Kelsey, surprising everyone since it was stated there would only be one.
High School Musical: The Trilogy
Q: What character is Troy Bolton based on?
He is loosely based on Lynn Swann, a famous NFL player who also had a passion for the arts.

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Two sisters explore rom-coms and chick flicks through witty, analysis-heavy conversations that blend feminism, friendship, and nostalgia. Each episode dissects a film's themes—love, power dynamics, class, and representation—while sharing personal stories and candid reactions. Guests occasionally join to add context and humor, and the pair's chemistry keeps conversations warm, insightful, and entertaining for listeners who want thoughtful takes wrapped in lighthearted banter. A notable through-line is celebrating sisterhood and female-centric storytelling, with a playful affection for the genre that often approaches movies as cultural artifacts rather than mere entertainment.

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7. Angel Kofsky

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