Jamie Lerner

Jamie Lerner is a writer, comedian, and musician who's been writing about television and movies since she reviewed Mean Girls for her fifth-grade school newspaper. In the years following, she has honed in on her love of television, movies, and comedy as a staff writer for Distractify. Jamie also wrote for the Bushwick Daily and Hey Alma about her travel and culture experiences.
Currently based in Barcelona, Spain, Jamie is obsessed with all things Survivor, Bo Burnham, rom-coms, Mike Schur-created comedies, and campy horror. She can also proudly recite every line to every Friends episode, so beware before you take her on in Friends-themed trivia!
Articles by
Jamie Lerner
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All Ryan Gosling Romance Movies, Ranked
What’s your favorite Ryan Gosling rom com?
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1950s To Now: The Best Rom Com From Every Decade
Because romantic comedies are a staple of film, it’s fitting to go back to their roots for the holiday of love and find the best rom-com for every decade.
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7 Rom Coms Your Boyfriend Will Love This Valentine’s Day
Just because it’s romance, that doesn’t mean your boyfriend won’t love it.
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6 Interfaith Rom Coms That Rival ‘Nobody Wants This’
In these stories, love transcends religion.
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The 7 Most Unforgettable Reality TV Shows On Netflix For Romance-Lovers
2024 gave us some unforgettable moments for romance reality TV.
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The 6 Best Comedy Specials Of 2024 From The Funniest Women
2024 was the year for women in comedy.
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Ranking The Characters Of ‘Wicked’ From Good To Downright Wicked
Is Elphaba really the most wicked in all of Oz?
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8 Shows And Movies With Female Presidents to Distract You From Reality
It would have been nice to have the first female president of the United States, but for now we’ll just have to watch the movies.
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The Top 3 Worst Survivor Seasons Ever
Survivor has delivered countless unforgettable moments, but it’s not immune to the occasional misstep. With 46 seasons, some stand out for all the wrong reasons. Here are three of the worst Survivor seasons.
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Why ’13 Going on 30′ Isn’t As Empowering As It Seemed In 2004
13 Going on 30 may be a rom-com classic, but is it the most feminist narrative?
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All The ‘Wizard Of Oz’ Easter Eggs You Missed In ‘Wicked’
Did you catch all these nods to ‘The Wizard of Oz’ in ‘Wicked?’
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Ranking ‘The Ultimatum’ Season 3 Cast From Least To Most Toxic
Who’s your least favorite person on ‘The Ultimatum’ Season 3?
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7 Holiday Movies To Help Heal Your Grief
Watch these holiday movies when your heart hasn’t yet healed.
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5 Christmas Movies That Would Never Happen Today
These epic Christmas movies could never be made in 2024.
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‘Survivor’ Hot Take: The All-Women Alliance Will Never Work In The New Era
Though an all-women’s alliance worked in previous eras of ‘Survivor,’ it looks like its a strategy that’s seen its torch snuffed.
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5 Reasons To Go See ‘Wicked’ Even If You Hate Musical Theater
Maybe Wicked is even good for the musical haters?
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Our Ranking of the ‘Friends’ Thanksgiving Episodes From Worst to Best
If you had to pick one Thanksgiving episode of ‘Friends’ to watch, let it be our number one pick for best of the best.
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Review: ‘Wicked’ Evokes Movie Magic, Defying Expectations and Reality
A musical-lover’s review of the new ‘Wicked’ movie, with only the mildest of spoilers.
Articles by
Jamie Lerner
All Ryan Gosling Romance Movies, Ranked
What’s your favorite Ryan Gosling rom com?
1950s To Now: The Best Rom Com From Every Decade
Because romantic comedies are a staple of film, it’s fitting to go back to their roots for the holiday of love and find the best rom-com for every decade.
7 Rom Coms Your Boyfriend Will Love This Valentine’s Day
Just because it’s romance, that doesn’t mean your boyfriend won’t love it.
6 Interfaith Rom Coms That Rival ‘Nobody Wants This’
In these stories, love transcends religion.
The 7 Most Unforgettable Reality TV Shows On Netflix For Romance-Lovers
2024 gave us some unforgettable moments for romance reality TV.
The 6 Best Comedy Specials Of 2024 From The Funniest Women
2024 was the year for women in comedy.
Ranking The Characters Of ‘Wicked’ From Good To Downright Wicked
Is Elphaba really the most wicked in all of Oz?
8 Shows And Movies With Female Presidents to Distract You From Reality
It would have been nice to have the first female president of the United States, but for now we’ll just have to watch the movies.
The Top 3 Worst Survivor Seasons Ever
Survivor has delivered countless unforgettable moments, but it’s not immune to the occasional misstep. With 46 seasons, some stand out for all the wrong reasons. Here are three of the worst Survivor seasons.
Why ’13 Going on 30′ Isn’t As Empowering As It Seemed In 2004
13 Going on 30 may be a rom-com classic, but is it the most feminist narrative?
All The ‘Wizard Of Oz’ Easter Eggs You Missed In ‘Wicked’
Did you catch all these nods to ‘The Wizard of Oz’ in ‘Wicked?’
Ranking ‘The Ultimatum’ Season 3 Cast From Least To Most Toxic
Who’s your least favorite person on ‘The Ultimatum’ Season 3?
7 Holiday Movies To Help Heal Your Grief
Watch these holiday movies when your heart hasn’t yet healed.
5 Christmas Movies That Would Never Happen Today
These epic Christmas movies could never be made in 2024.
‘Survivor’ Hot Take: The All-Women Alliance Will Never Work In The New Era
Though an all-women’s alliance worked in previous eras of ‘Survivor,’ it looks like its a strategy that’s seen its torch snuffed.
5 Reasons To Go See ‘Wicked’ Even If You Hate Musical Theater
Maybe Wicked is even good for the musical haters?
Our Ranking of the ‘Friends’ Thanksgiving Episodes From Worst to Best
If you had to pick one Thanksgiving episode of ‘Friends’ to watch, let it be our number one pick for best of the best.
Review: ‘Wicked’ Evokes Movie Magic, Defying Expectations and Reality
A musical-lover’s review of the new ‘Wicked’ movie, with only the mildest of spoilers.