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Enemies, Lovers, or Just Bad News: The Psychology of Romance Tropes

What's On Your Minda? Ep. 15

PODCASTPOP CULTURE

2/28/2026

Enemies, Lovers, or Just Bad News: The Psychology of Romance Tropes

Why do we love romance tropes so much?? From a psychologist's perspective, we discuss commonly seen tropes such as friends-to-lovers, enemies-to-lovers, power imbalance, and more. Watch us talk about movies and shows that portray this, and how we would prefer each trope improved!

Content warnings: Discussion of hurt and harm in a fictional context, topic of suicidal thoughts/emotions, spoiler for the movie and webcomic Nimona.