My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002): Family Pressure, Self-Worth, And Choosing Your Own Path Rom-Com Rescue podcast

My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002): Family Pressure, Self-Worth, and Choosing Your Own Path

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Intrusive family members, making out in cars, fake pottery classes, and Windex...

That's right! This week we are breaking down 2002 classic rom com, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, with Nia Vardalos and John Corbett.

Currently streaming on Max.

What happens when love crosses cultural lines—and your entire family is along for the ride? In this episode of RomCom Rescue, we're breaking down the love lessons (and boundary blunders) in the iconic 2002 rom-com My Big Fat Greek Wedding.

Kira Sabin, a certified coach and healthy dating educator, and Dr. Isabel Morley, a licensed psychologist and couples therapist, unpack what this movie gets right (and very wrong) about identity, in-laws, and choosing yourself while staying connected.

From overbearing relatives to unexpected romance and a whole lot of lamb, we’re diving into:

Why Toula’s growth arc still resonates
The psychology behind boundary-setting with family
What healthy compromise really looks like in relationships
And whether Ian and Toula would actually make it IRL

Whether you're Greek, geeky, or just tired of dodging your aunt’s matchmaking attempts, this episode is for you.

🎧 Tune in now—and remember, you create your own happily ever after.

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Chapters

1. Introduction to the Romcom Rescue Podcast (00:00:00)

2. Breaking Down 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding' (00:01:13)

3. Personal Memories and Movie Impact (00:02:02)

4. Greek Culture and Movie Accuracy (00:03:37)

5. Romantic Dynamics and Dating Insights (00:08:24)

6. Makeovers and Self-Confidence (00:11:06)

7. Family Acceptance and Support (00:13:13)

8. John Corbett's Role and Character Analysis (00:14:01)

9. Modern Romcom Critique (00:18:10)

10. Conflict in Modern Rom-Coms (00:19:10)

11. Gender Roles and Manipulation (00:21:37)

12. Navigating Family Expectations (00:24:44)

13. Setting Boundaries with Family (00:26:23)

14. Realistic Romance and Dating (00:30:29)

15. Behind the Scenes and Trivia (00:35:37)

16. Final Thoughts and Ratings (00:38:11)

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