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May 2022
24m 48s

Ep 28 - Rom-Com Universe

Tinx
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We all love a good rom-com and Tinx is no exception! Tinx shares the categories she believes make up the rom-com universe from all time classics like ‘How To Lose A Guy in 10 Days’ to strong female lead rom-coms like ‘Clueless’ and more! Plus, Tinx shares her picks for the ten best rom-coms of all time (in no particular order) – and even shares how some of her dating rules and theories apply to the movies!

Make sure to check out TikTok creator @justmejas and watch her rom-com spreadsheet video Tinx references in the episode! 

 

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