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The Hollywood in Toto Podcast offers a weekly look at entertainment from a conservative point of view.

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HiT 317: Is 'Merv' the Perfect Rom-Com for Our Times?
Episode 317
Monday, 8 December, 2025

In the latest Hollywood in Toto Podcast, we hit pause on politics and dive into the magic of moviemaking with veteran producer Matt Baer. His newest project, the heartfelt romantic comedy “Merv,” brings together Zooey Deschanel (Elf) and Charlie Cox (Daredevil) as a freshly split couple navigating the ups and downs of co-parenting their lovable dog, Merv. But when Merv starts acting… different, the pair must figure out whether he’s mourning their breakup or reacting to something deeper.Baer shares fun behind-the-scenes stories, including the realities of working with dogs on a movie set, how the team captured Merv’s most charming moments, and what surprised him most about making a rom-com with a canine co-star at the center. And of course, we get the answer to the big question: Did a producer who’d never owned a dog fall in love with man’s best friend during production?This episode is packed with film industry insights, rom-com storytelling tidbits, and a delightful peek into the making of one of Hollywood’s newest feel-good films. Perfect for movie fans, rom-com lovers, and anyone who can’t resist a heartwarming dog movie. Keywords: Hollywood in Toto Podcast, Matt Baer, Merv movie, Zooey Deschanel, Charlie Cox, dog rom-com, behind-the-scenes filmmaking, working with dogs, new romantic comedy, film producer interview, Hollywood podcast, movie industry insights.--------------------------"Merv" trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsQXu_9-7qASubscribe to HiT's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HollywoodinTotoRead Hollywood in Toto - https://www.hollywoodintoto.comLend a hand: Leave a tip! https://hollywood-in-toto.ck.page/products/hollywood-in-toto-tip-jarFollow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HollywoodInTotoRead: "Virtue Bombs: How Hollywood Got Woke and Lost Its Soul" https://www.amazon.com/Virtue-Bombs-Hollywood-Woke-Lost/dp/1637580991