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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.
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.
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Simon Sinek

Richard Curtis

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Guaranteed Joy with Richard Curtis
Mentioned as Jim and Karen exchanged gifts and Jen Salata told a story about it.

Second Drink: A Benihana Christmas with Rashida Jones & Jen Celotta
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, referencing her quote about things usually being somewhere in the middle.

Abigail Sellen

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


Scott Aukerman

Bonus Bang: Jake Johnson, Paul F. Tompkins, Lily Sullivan (I Love Lily)
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as the author of the Bridget Jones series, whose life experiences heavily influenced the storyline.

Ceci Browning

How Bridget Jones charmed Gen Z
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!
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in a playful exchange with 

about reading preferences.


Amanda Dobbins


Sean Fennessey

The Nicole Kidman Hall of Fame, and ‘Babygirl’
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in comparison to Jane Austen's work.

Rachel Cook

The Book Club: Rachel Cooke
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as a series of novels based on her newspaper columns.

Helen Fielding

How Jane Austen Changed My Life
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