Love at First Screening

In the first bonus episode of Love at First Screening, Madison and Chelsea veer away from rom-coms and watch vampire-superhero action flick Blade (1998). Chelsea finally gets to experience joy while watching a movie for the first time in too long and Madison quickly dashes it by taking a perfectly good 90’s action film and insisting they turn it into a rom-com. They said it couldn’t be done; however, our hosts manage to do the impossible and they make Blade romantic…ish. At the very least, it has a potentially star-studded cast and really only needs an angel investor or two (looking at you, David Boreanaz).

Use promo code "LoveAtFirstSerum" for 70% off your a signed copy of the soon-to-be written script of A Blade to the Heart  (title under review). 

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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.

This week on LAFS, our hosts literally and metaphorically go home for the holidays with Single All The Way—Chelsea’s reverse episode pick. They remind everyone that unlike Rudolph, your nose doesn’t need to be in anything this holiday season. Keep an eye out in 2024 for a Rae Dunn collaboration with our “Don’t Be So Goddamn Nosey” merch! If you like Christmas movies, this is one to add to the list as you keep repeating “If we make it through December” under your breath like you’re rehearsing a Merle Haggard song (or maybe it’s Phoebe Bridgers cover). All in all, we hope you survive the holidays unscathed and enjoy Madison and Chelsea’s undying love for Jennifer Coolidge. Also, Madison apologizes to Chelsea's family for her crude commentary.

This week's sponsor is an unprofitable career that somehow lets you live in a nice two bedroom apartment in Los Angeles. Use promo code "LAFSANDTEARS" and the ghost of Christmas Future will bestow upon you a journalism career and the keys to a $4500/month apartment.

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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveatfirstscreening/

- Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheLAFSPod

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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.

Now entering their yuletide era, our hosts welcome Madison's sister Serena to help usher in the pod's exciting lineup of holiday content with The Holiday (2006)...note that definite article, folks. Between Chelsea's jokes (threats?) to replace Madison with a new cohost, the duo yearns for Kate Winslet's idyllic cottage, argues about Jack Black's unusual venture outside wacky comedies, and attempts to crown this film "the least problematic rom-com." Our resident cynic may start out an aspiring Grinch, but by the time the watchability bells jingle, her heart may just grow three sizes.

This episode is proudly sponsored by therapy! Please, for the love of all that carols this Christmas, get yourself a fully-licensed counselor. Use promo code "LAFSANDTEARS" and the ghost of Stan Lee will manifest to unpack your emotional baggage.

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- 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.

In their tenth episode, Chelsea and Madison welcome Emma to the show to watch Simply Irresistable. The Sarah Michelle Gellar flick features everything you want in a movie: magic crabs, sexy vanilla clouds, suspenders, and paper airplanes. Listen as Chelsea valiantly fights for crab recognition in the film and beyond as Emma advises how to properly crook one's finger and feign temporary hearing loss to score the man of your dreams. Madison fears they may lose their sponsorship and her close friendship with SMG over a mutual dislike of the sponsored product. All in all, it is a raucous good time. 

This episode is brought to you by blue cheese stuffed olives. Put in promo code LAFSPod everywhere to score a slick 10% off of your first jar.

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- 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.

Alright, alright, alright! After a heated debate about sandwiches, Chelsea and Madison enter Matthew McConaughey's rom-com era with Failure to Launch (2006). The conversation twists and turns through the perils of weaponized incompetence, inappropriate footwear, and their decided love for the true hero of this film: Kit (Zooey Deschanel). 

While this episode is unsponsored, a first for the pod, Madison has set out to woo a mattress company; but if nothing should come of it, she has certainly gained the unwavering love of her cohost...at least for now.

- 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.

In light of the recent violence that took place at Club Q in Colorado Springs, Madison and Chelsea wanted to make sure listeners had access to ways they can support the victims and their families. As always, LAFS loves and stands with the LGBTQIA+ community. If you are able to lend support, we highly encourage it. Please remember you can always support the LGBTQIA+ community by amplyfying queer voices, taking action in your communities, and by supporting legislation and representatives that are taking action to codify protections for the queer community. 

The Colorado Healing Fund: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/COHealingFund : You can designate your donation to go toward Club Q survivor relief and to support the families of those who lost their lives.

GoFundMe Victims of Club Q Colorado Springs Mass Shooting organized by Greg Resha (Kyree Myst), a former employee of Club Q helping to raise funds for medical/funeral expenses for the victims and families of the Club Q mass shooting: https://gofund.me/bb84d84d

In their eighth episode, Chelsea and Madison debate the rom-comitude of the 1996 film The Birdcage. The Robin Williams/Nathan Lane dynamic duo brings several laughs, but Chelsea is left wondering where exactly the romance comes in. As always, listeners can expect back and forth banter, far-off tangents, and a united front when it comes to deciding who the real villain of the story is (hint: it's surprisingly not Gene Hackman's character). We hope you enjoy the latest hot of the presses LAFS. 

This episode is also brought to you by the concept of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Enter promo code loveatfirstscreening somewhere and David Boreanaz may show up at your door as a singing telegram.

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- 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.

Chelsea and Madison apologize profusely to the listener that recommended they watch Rosaline (2022). The film had plenty of potential to squander and our hosts sighed their way through their commentary. Madison discusses the issues with beating old material into the ground. Chelsea explores the pitfalls of not taking more creative risks. They rewrite the entire plot of the movie and make it much more enjoyable. Moral of the story, recommenders beware. 

This episode is also brought to you by a terrible dad joke. Enter promo code loveatfirstscreening somewhere and subscribe to get daily puns you've never wanted. 

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- 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.

Opinions clash in the recording studio this week as co-hosts Chelsea and Madison dig into Sweet Home Alabama (2002). Is this Hallmark-esque Reese Witherspoon flick really as sweet as tea in the South? Come along for the ride as they detour into Madison’s family gossip, bovine facts and figures, and a decades-long mystery regarding anvils. But at the very least, if nothing else comes of the conversation ahead, Chelsea hopes you Google dairy.

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- 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.