I interview the host of Meet Cute Actually, Kassandra Pollard, about a genre we both love and love to hate – rom coms. We discuss the overly romanticized “meet cute” and its indirect role in stigmatizing online dating. Throughout the episode, we debate how Hollywood has shaped our collective perceptions of romance through films ranging from Crazy Rich Asians to Clueless, and roast movies that missed the mark.

<p>To hear real happily ever afters without the Prince Charming : meetcuteactually.com </p>

<p>To make things Instagram official : @interstatesandheartbreak </p>

<p>For dating commentary from my inner Carrie : interstatesandheartbreak.com </p>

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<p>For a glimpse into my life when I’m not talking about dating : @lesliegnope </p>