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Mentioned in 6 episodes

Bridget Jones's Diary

Book • 1996

The novel follows Bridget Jones, a thirtysomething single woman working in publishing, as she records her New Year's resolutions to stop smoking, reduce drinking, and improve her health.

Throughout the year, Bridget navigates her relationships with her boss Daniel Cleaver and the aloof Mark Darcy, while dealing with family issues, career challenges, and her own self-improvement efforts.

The book is known for its witty and relatable portrayal of single life in London.

Mentioned by

Annalisa Barbieri

Mentioned in 6 episodes

Mentioned as a British bestseller about a single 30-something woman being launched in America.

Helen Fielding: The creator of Bridget Jones

Mentioned by

Simon Sinek

as examples of

Richard Curtis

's work.

Guaranteed Joy with Richard Curtis

Mentioned by

B.A. Parker

as her connection to Jane Austen's work.

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Mentioned as Jim and Karen exchanged gifts and Jen Salata told a story about it.

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Mentioned by

Abigail Sellen

, referencing her quote about things usually being somewhere in the middle.

Ideas: Designing AI for people with Abigail Sellen

Mentioned as a reference for writing down every idea no matter how wacky it might seem.

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Mentioned by Carol Radziwill in the context of discussing the latest installment and its plot.

Real Housewife of NYC Carole Radziwill on Bravo, The Kennedys and Sex!

Mentioned by

Amanda Dobbins

in a playful exchange with

Sean Fennessey

about reading preferences.

The Nicole Kidman Hall of Fame, and ‘Babygirl’

Mentioned by

Rachel Cook

in comparison to Jane Austen's work.

The Book Club: Rachel Cooke

Mentioned by

Ceci Browning

as the author of the Bridget Jones series, whose life experiences heavily influenced the storyline.

How Bridget Jones charmed Gen Z

Mentioned by

Scott Aukerman

as the basis for the movie, starring Renee Zellweger, Colin Firth, and Hugh Grant.

Bonus Bang: Jake Johnson, Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan (I Love Lily)

Modeled on a British rom-com movie.

Episode 1653 - Megan Stalter

Mentioned by Caroline Bicks as a meta adaptation of Pride and Prejudice.

FT Weekend: Jane Austen, forever. Plus: trans inclusion in sports

Mentioned by

Helen Fielding

as a series of novels based on her newspaper columns.

How Jane Austen Changed My Life

Mentioned by

Annalisa Barbieri

when referring to Helen Fielding's term “smug marrieds”.

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