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- At Least There's Diane Keaton (Something's Gotta Give)This week's episode does a deep dive into senior romance as Madison and Chelsea discuss Something's Gotta Give (2003). Our hosts root for the back-to-back feature of Keanu Reeves, but lament the fact that they were expected to root for Jack Nicholson. They both rally behind Diane Keaton's excellene, as she is one of the Supreme Coastal Grandmas. Depsite Keanu, Diane Keaton, and Frances MsDormand, Chelsea simply cannot abide by the film and agrees that something has got to give (LET DIANE END UP WITH KEANU!)This episode is proudly sponsored by self empowerment. Enter promo code "LAFSEPIPHANY" for 99% off of our how-to guide for self-love.Connect With Us- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/- Email: [email protected]Production- Hosts: Chelsea Ciccone and Madison Hill- Music: Madison Hill- Artwork: Chelsea CicconeAbout the ShowAn examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.1 hr 29 min
- Always Maybe Never Monetize Your Hobbies (Always Be My Maybe)
In this highly introspective episode, our cohosts welcome poet Amanda Kathryn to the studio to discuss Always Be My Maybe (2019). Madison says she'd swipe right on Keanu Reeves, and Chelsea raises a glass to all her fellow "bitter bitches" out there. Together they analyze the hazy intersection between passion and career, determine where to find the best french fries (or tater tots), and give a standing ovation to Randall Park and Ali Wong's childhood friends-to-lovers comedy.
This episode is proudly sponsored by the word "solipsism". Enter promo code "LAFSPHILOSPHICALLY" into your online dictionary of choice for a bigger brain one word (and existential tangent) at a time!
Special thanks to this episode's guest, Amanda Kathryn! Follow her work on Instagram (@amandakathrynwrites) and TikTok (@amandakathrynpoetry), or visit her website. Amanda's poetry collection, her, is available now at Barnes & Noble.
Connect With Us
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/
- Email: [email protected]
Production
- Hosts: Chelsea Ciccone and Madison Hill
- Music: Madison Hill
- Artwork: Chelsea Ciccone
About the Show
An examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.
1 hr 25 min - A Grand Erection (Kate and Leopold)
This week, our hosts go back in time with their viewing of Kate and Leopold– but they are not alone in the studio! Tune in for the first guest episode of season two as the hosts and guest star Nia discuss the pitfalls of being a time-traveling woman, the importance of marrying wealthy to afford indoor plumbing, and Madison’s inability to remember which Hugh she’s talking about– it’s not Hugh Grant no matter how much she tries. Use promo code LAFS1876 for 80% off a lifetime supply of fresh creamery butter.
Additional disclaimer: some audio was lost, so the episode is missing the final analysis of rom-comitude and watchability score, but the rest was simply too good to scrap the remaining audio.
Connect With Us
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/
- Email: [email protected]
Production
- Hosts: Chelsea Ciccone and Madison Hill
- Music: Madison Hill
- Artwork: Chelsea Ciccone
About the Show
An examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.
1 hr 10 min - Workplace Smoochies?! Somebody Call HR (The Hating Game)
This week, work-life balance meets the ultimate hurdle: an enemies-to-lovers romance. It's time for our hosts to tackle The Hating Game (2021)! In addition to expressing concern about PDA in the workplace, Chelsea announces her campaign to stop folks from steamy fraternization in elevators. Madison just hopes to receive a pair of mop slippers and meet Dolly Parton...after apologizing to Channing Tatum. Most importantly, in this last-ditch effort to avoid cancellation by the network, have our favorite LAFS duo finally watched the season's first rom-com?
Connect With Us
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/
- Email: [email protected]
Production
- Hosts: Chelsea Ciccone and Madison Hill
- Music: Madison Hill
- Artwork: Chelsea Ciccone
About the Show
An examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.
1 hr 10 min - You're Not Ugly, You're Just Poor (Monster-in-Law)
As far as rom coms are concerned, Madison swears up and down that this finally breaks the second season streak of no rom-coms as our hosts take on Monster-in-Law (2005). Chelsea, however, is more than skeptical, but will tolerate the film for the sakes of Wanda Sykes and Jane Fonda. In an episode sponsored by Chelsea’s wisdom (use promo code LAUGHS4TAILORS for 50% off clothes actually made to fit you), the duo discuss the merits of sparkling wine, the frustration of arbitrary sizing in women’s clothing, and if Madison even knows how to pick rom-coms anymore. If you take away anything from this episode, let it be the fact that you are not ugly, you are just poor.
Connect With Us
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/
- Email: [email protected]
Production
- Hosts: Chelsea Ciccone and Madison Hill
- Music: Madison Hill
- Artwork: Chelsea Ciccone
About the Show
An examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.
1 hr 18 min - Gassy Ghosts and Flatulent Freeloaders (Lady of the Manor)
As far as rom coms are concerned, our hosts are 0 for 3, and headed into this week’s episode with listener pick Lady of the Manor (2021), the season’s romantic fails may continue to haunt Madison. In an episode sponsored by self-pleasure (use promo code LAUGHS4LAFS for 50% off indulging in whatever makes you giggle), the duo allow themselves to enjoy the film’s well-produced fart jokes, Judy Greer’s half-assed Southern drawl, and plot to secure live-in jobs as historically inaccurate tour guides via blitzkrieg.
Connect With Us
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/
- Email: [email protected]
Production
- Hosts: Chelsea Ciccone and Madison Hill
- Music: Madison Hill
- Artwork: Chelsea Ciccone
About the Show
An examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.
1 hr 17 min - Rom Communism Strikes Again (Roman Holiday)
Come with our hosts this week, aperol spritz in hand, to Rome where they explore the classic Hepburn/Peck film, Roman Holiday. Madison gleefully walks Chelsea and the listeners through her Wiki rabbit hole about the Hollywood Blacklist and Audrey Hepburn's rise to stardom. While one of our hosts found the film to be…less than memorable, the other insists it’s one everyone should see at least once. Join us as Madison pretends to know about trees and Chelsea continues her search for a new host.
This episode is sponsored by the concept of Prince Harry's memoir "Spare". If you or a loved one has listened to it and needs someone to speak with about it, please reach out to Madison at the information below. You are not alone.
Connect With Us
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/
- Email: [email protected]
Production
- Hosts: Chelsea Ciccone and Madison Hill
- Music: Madison Hill
- Artwork: Chelsea Ciccone
About the Show
An examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.
1 hr 15 min - Totally Buggin’ at Paul Rudd’s Agelessness (Clueless)
Whether you're flying solo or rollin' with the homies this week, buckle up! A special LAFSter request has our hosts behind the wheel of the 1995 cult classic Clueless. (Let's hope they're better drivers than Cher and Dionne!) After Chelsea reveals which Hollywood Baldwin (aka hottie) she'd like to watch for an hour or two, she asks Madison if they should re-brand LAFS as a teen movie podcast. Will our hosts swap genres for good? As if! They will, however, name-drop a dozen must-see teen movies and share a few teen driver horror stories while they have the chance.
This episode is sponsored by the word "iconic"; drop this adjective in any sentence of your choosing to automatically elevate the status of your favorite book, film, catchphrase, etc.
Connect With Us
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/
- Email: [email protected]
Production
- Hosts: Chelsea Ciccone and Madison Hill
- Music: Madison Hill
- Artwork: Chelsea Ciccone
About the Show
An examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.
1 hr 16 min - Escorting You into Season Two (The Wedding Date)
In the first episode of season two of Love at First Screening, co-hosts Chelsea and Madison dive into the 2005 film The Wedding Date. Madison attempts not one, but two, terrible accents. Chelsea questions why she ever agreed to watch this movie, much less continue this podcast. While Madison can forgive the (admittedly) lackluster film for the inclusion of Dermot Mulroney, Chelsea isn't so easily swayed. Will this movie stand up to the rom-com criteria set forth or will it fail to make it to the second date? Tune in to find out.
Connect With Us
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/
- Email: [email protected]
Production
- Hosts: Chelsea Ciccone and Madison Hill
- Music: Madison Hill
- Artwork: Chelsea Ciccone
About the Show
An examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.
1 hr 20 min - The Ghosts of LAFS Past: A Season One Retrospective
In this bonus episode, our very tired cohosts say a fond farewell to Season One with the help of a few very special guests, listeners (aka LAFSters) like you! Chelsea and Madison rank the 13 films they watched this season from best to worst (or most favorite to least favorite), consider the impassioned perspectives of LAFSters, and share their hopes for Season Two.
Connect With Us
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheLAFSPod
- Email: [email protected]
Production
- Hosts: Chelsea Ciccone and Madison Hill
- Music: Madison Hill
- Artwork: Chelsea Ciccone
About the Show
An examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.
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An examination of classic tropes and iconic characters pits connoisseur against cynic—one romantic comedy at a time. The cinematic world of love and laughter had rom-com enthusiast Madison head over…
heels from the time Harry met Sally. For genre skeptic Chelsea, however, it’s been a grueling enemies-to-lovers plot. In Love at First Screening, Madison introduces Chelsea to all the fan-favorite love stories she’s never wanted to watch. One friend’s passion might be the other’s displeasure, but doesn’t love conquer all? Tune in every Wednesday to find out.