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My Perfect Romance

My Perfect Romance

By: Valerie Courtney & Lisa
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Valerie, Courtney and Lisa share and discuss all things romance whether it be books, movies, love stories or your stories.© 2024 Art Literary History & Criticism Relationships Social Sciences
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  • The Half of It starring Leah Lewis, Alexxis Lemire, & Danial Diemer | Jan 28, 2026 072
    Jan 28 2026

    What would you do if you found out the girl you hired to help the love of your life fall for you, was also in love with her? Val, Courtney, and Lisa explore the themes of love, identity, and self-discovery through the lens of the characters in the movie 'The Half of It,' to answer this question.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:00) - The Perfect Romance
    • (00:02:20) - The The Part That Killed Me
    • (00:04:55) - Paul Munsky's Love Letter
    • (00:08:34) - Ellie And Asta Write A Letter To The
    • (00:10:45) - Paul and Ellie's Sweet Relationship
    • (00:14:43) - When You Can't Help Your Love Letter
    • (00:16:10) - Paul vs Ellie vs Aster
    • (00:20:13) - Paul and Ellie's Love Trio
    • (00:21:00) - "You Have to Know Yourself"
    • (00:22:21) - The Love Trio In '
    • (00:25:34) - The Good Book
    • (00:25:56) - In Love, One Always Starts by Deceiving Himself and Ends
    • (00:28:32) - The Symposium
    • (00:30:35) - What is Love in Plato's Symposium
    • (00:34:57) - What Would You Do For Love?
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    36 mins
  • WWYD? #12 | Jan 21, 2026 071
    Jan 21 2026

    Lisa, Courtney, and Val have guests Eva and Kiersten on to explore various themes including professional boundaries in relationships, emotional affairs, and the importance of friendship and support systems. The speakers share personal anecdotes and insights, emphasizing the significance of self-awareness and maintaining healthy boundaries in both personal and professional relationships.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:00) - 5 of Life's Perfect Romance
    • (00:00:50) - He Reached Out To His Sister-in-Law
    • (00:04:52) - How To Deal With a Mother In-Law
    • (00:05:33) - What To Do About A Mother In Law's Flirtation
    • (00:09:30) - Norma: She's Texting Too Much
    • (00:13:06) - How To Deal With A Flirty Text Message
    • (00:16:22) - Cheating Is Bad For You
    • (00:18:25) - Valerie's Advice For Men
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    21 mins
  • Interview with Scarlett Xavier author of Welsh Tides of Change | Jan 14, 2026 070
    Jan 14 2026

    Scarlett Xavier discusses the concept of love at first sight and its portrayal in storytelling. She reflects on her personal experiences with instant attraction and contrasts it with the idea of slow-burn romances, emphasizing her preference for the former in her writing. Scarlett's experience with publishing offers valuable insights for aspiring authors. She emphasizes the importance of considering literary agents before approaching publishers, as they can provide essential guidance and support. Her own journey began with a contest that led to her first publication, demonstrating that opportunities can arise unexpectedly. This experience serves as a reminder that persistence and openness to new paths can lead to success in the literary world.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:00) - THE PERFECT ROMANCE
    • (00:00:38) - Welsh Tidal Waves
    • (00:01:40) - In the Elevator With Elizabeth Suggs
    • (00:02:40) - How To Write A Romance Story
    • (00:05:49) - How To Write a Book
    • (00:08:00) - How to Write a Novel
    • (00:09:09) - How To Write a Book
    • (00:10:25) - In the Elevator With Celtic Men
    • (00:12:49) - Did You Rise? By Rhys
    • (00:15:01) - There Was A Guy In Wales
    • (00:17:50) - Pushing the Story of 'The Good Doctor'
    • (00:18:45) - How Much Did the Characters Change In The Final Draft?
    • (00:21:19) - How To Write a Story With No Ending
    • (00:22:08) - "This isn't about love," Emily Realizes About Her Relationship
    • (00:24:27) - "Your Story": Finding Your Identity
    • (00:25:36) - In the Elevator With My Character
    • (00:27:48) - Chemical Love in The Dark
    • (00:31:38) - "The Slow Build Of Psycho"
    • (00:33:23) - Adaptation From The Book
    • (00:35:37) - Writing Tips for Romance Writers
    • (00:37:11) - Celtic Men author on writing in Utah
    • (00:41:02) - Jane Austen on Her New Book
    • (00:44:10) - Scarlet Xavier on Her Website
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    46 mins
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