All Things Cozy

Gillian and Matt are donning their cozy caps and gowns to reflect on graduation milestones and the comforting traditions that come with them. After walking the stage to collect favorite graduation memories (and tipping their mortarboards to the shows and songs that helped them graduate to adulthood) they're tossing their caps in the air and running straight into summer hiatus. Cozy in the News A C...

Matt and Gillian fire up the grill for a cozy cookout in Gillian's backyard. While the decor and sides are well-done, the main course serves up some unexpected challenges. NYT Kale Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe Candle Review Strange Gent: Desert Motel Nights Support All Things Cozy by  joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram , and Bluesky .

Gillian and Matt sing the praises of LA Opera's hypnotic production of Akhnaten . From the shimmering beauty of the sets to the meditative music, they share why an epic opera can be a cozy experience. Cozy in the News The Rolling Scones Gift Shop Possum  What's Opera, Doc? Candle Review Astier de Villatte Support All Things Cozy by  joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram , and...

Matt and Gillian suit up to explore the whimsical world of cozy superheroes. From Darkwing Duck to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, they share their origin stories as fans and reveal the official members of the first-ever All Things Cozy Justice League. Candle Review The Batcave by Homesick Support All Things Cozy by  joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram , and Bluesky .

Gillian and Matt revisit the children's book classics and cozy reading nooks that defined their childhoods. They also highlight a few modern titles that capture that old-school magic for a new generation of readers. Cozy in the News Fifth Graders 3D Print Prosthetic Hands Choc Full of Drama Matt's Childhood Favorites: Henry and Mudge   Clown-Arounds  Corduroy Gillian's Childhood Favorites:  Which...

Matt and Gillian dream about a spring awakening as they share the spring scents, sights, and sounds they're looking forward to most. Tea Time The Republic of Tea Beautifying Botanicals Daily Beauty Blueberry Lavender  Dubai Chocolate Iced Matcha Candle Review Pistachio Cardamom by World Market Support All Things Cozy by  joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram , and Bluesky .

Gillian and Matt plow through snow-packed cinema that's perfect for a winter watch: Grumpy Old Men and Snow Day. They also share which snacks they're shoveling into their mouths while watching this flurry of films, from hummus and pretzels to a candy as silent as the snow: foam bananas. Cozy in the News Two-year-old Sets World Record for Snooker trick shots Giant Pandas Frolic in the Snow  - Smith...

Matt and Gillian fall head over heels for (low-stakes) rivalries this Valentine's Day. From the soda aisle to the silver screen, they meet-cute with gentle feuds that prove there's a thin line between competition and adoration. Tea Time Boop World   7-Eleven Vanilla Cold Brew Candle Review Enemies to Lovers by Briarwick Candles Support All Things Cozy by  joining our Patreon and following us on Fa...

Gillian and Matt make their cozy trend picks for 2026 and revisit the predictions they made for 2025. They also share which upcoming movies, books, TV shows, and music they're looking forward to most in 2026.  Cozy in the News Mom Dance Party Moms Feelin' Themselves Dance Party Dates Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office, Larry the Cat, Trips Photographer Matt's "Most Anticipated" in 2026 Movie: Prac...

Matt and Gillian celebrate 2025's coziest news stories, books, movies, TV shows, songs, and listener community contributions. Happy New Year! Coziest Song of 2025 Nominees Emily and Me by Flyte Back on You by Djo Be Sweet by Deep Sea Diver   Mature by Hilary Duff  Echo of My Shadow by AURORA Candle Review Bath and Body Works' Champagne Toast Help All Things Cozy Podcast start 2026 strong by by joi...

Clauses of Christmas cinema and hosts of the Linoleum Knife podcast ( @linoleumcast ), Alonso Duralde ( @alonso.duralde ) and Dave White ( @dlelandwhite ), come back into frame to chat about animated holiday favorites that don't often get top billing:  Mog's Christmas , Ziggy's Gift , A Walt Disney Christmas , Mickey's Christmas Carol , Santa and the Three Bears , and Arthur Christmas . What's Mak...

Gillian and Matt cough up adult sick day essentials and self-care tips for when you're feeling under the weather and need some over-the-counter comfort. Cozy in the News   Nine year-old Raises Money One Joke at a Time The Scent of Christmas at Grand Central Station Candle Review Big Dipper Wax Works' Clove and Chamomile from their Winter Garden Support All Things Cozy by  joining our Patreon and f...

Matt and Gillian roll the dice on fresh multiplayer board and card games they hope will be perfect for your next family game night. They also reminisce about their favorite childhood board games, decoding the glittery psychology of Pretty Pretty Princess and some life lessons no one asked The Game of Life to teach. Tea Time Chai and pumpkin chai drink bombs Trader Joe's Maple Espresso Black Tea Ut...

Gillian and Matt unwrap their seventh annual cozy gift guide! Cozy in the News Cup Noodles New Turkey Dinner and Pumpkin Pie Flavors The Rabbit with Crocheted Ears. Gillian's Cozy Gift Ideas: Constellation T-Light Holder" from The Unemployed Philosophers Guild  Books Read This Year Counter 2026 'Slow Living' Calendar   The Wolf and I Puzzle Mackenzie Childs Cat Love 2 Quart Tea Kettle Matt's Cozy...

Matt and GIllian get cozy at Dracula's castle and sink their fangs into a vampire movie marathon with frights for the whole family. They also take a bite out of vampire-themed snacks and cocktails that will have you coming back from the dead for more. Vampire-themed Bite & Drink Gillian's Vampire Greek Yogurt Dip with Strawberry "Blood" Sauce Vampiro Mexicano Cozy Vampire Movies Dracula (1931) The...

Gillian and Matt share low-effort ways to enjoy the fall season without the pumpkin-spiced pressure. From glue ghosts to virtual autumn ambiance, they savor the spirit of October the easy way. Lazy Fall Decorations Glittery glue ghosts Tissue paper ghosts Paper bag puppets Low-Effort Eats Ghost iced coffee cups Spider Web Guacamole Cozy Autumn Activities Knock Knock Cozy Leaf By Leaf Pumpkin Patch...

Matt and Gillian celebrate the coziness of cats, from the feline friends in their own lives to the glamour pusses of pop culture. They also share their experiences at CatCon and Fierce! The Story of Cats, a special exhibit at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Cozy in the News The National Cat Award 2025 nominees Vote for the Stamp You Want to Bring Back CatCon: The Convention With...

Gillian and Matt cuddle up with plushies past and present, from the Beanie Babies of their youth to the Build-A-Bear they birthed in the Glendale Galleria. They also stuff in facts about the history of stuffed animals and weigh-in on trending plushies like Labubu, Squishmallows, and JellyCat. Tea Time Autumn Mist Green by Adagio Tea Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso by Dunkin' Candle Review Bear-Shaped...

Matt and Gillian try to make fetch happen with a double feature of  Freaky Friday (2003) and its long-awaited sequel Freakier Friday (2025) before whipping out their Blockbuster cards to revisit formative teen classics like Clueless, The Princess Diaries, and more. It's all that and a complimentary bag of popcorn from IPIC . Cozy in the News Every Day Action Turns Movie Set Leftovers Into Life-sav...

Gillian and Matt take a walk to remember what fall felt like in the aughts, reminiscing about the millennial music, movies, TV shows, fashion, and trends that had them fallin' like Alicia Keys from 2000 to 2009. Tea Time Strawberry Matcha Strato Frappacino  Adagio Tea's Autumn Sampler Autumn in the Aughts Spotify Playlist Candle Review Big Shiny Tunes by Playwick Candles Support All Things Cozy by...

Before the credits roll on this season and they head off on their summer hiatus, Matt and Gillian go to the movies and revist their favorite cozy hits with all the excitement and fun of a summer movie marathon. They share which blockbuster films they think provide the kind of comfort that deserves a sequel along with which movies always make them cry (in a good way).  Cozy in the News Ronin, the R...

Gillian and Matt embark on an odyssey through the world of cozy myths and legends. They spill the ambrosia on heartwarming tales like the hospitable Baucis and Philemon and the gift-giving goodness of Italian legend La Befana. They also dream up TV shows based on cozy legends like the Washington D.C. Demon Cat and reveal which mythological universe they'd happily move into. Cozy Earth Discount Vis...

Matt and Gillian meet for afternoon tea at the Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills . From delicate finger sandwiches to heavenly pastries (and the soothing sounds of a live harpist), they savor every moment and share their top tips for planning the perfect trip to a tea room. Cozy in the News Academy Awards Adds Achievement in Stunt Design Easter Egg Vinyl "It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown" Soun...

The brilliant minds behind Tru-Tone ( @trutonebulbs ), David Andora and Sean Hunt, illuminate Matt and Gillian on how they're bringing back the warm, cozy vibes of vintage Christmas lights with an energy-efficient upgrade. They also shed some light on their journey as a small business, their observations about trends in the holiday decor industry, and how we can brighten up every holiday (from Hal...

Matt and Gillian shake off the winter chill and step into a sunshine-soaked Hygge fest inspired by The Little Book of Hygge by Meik Wiking. While this beloved book—previously explored in  Episode 20 —embraces candlelit coziness, they're flipping the script from fireplaces to fresh blooms. They share simple ways to sprinkle hygge into springtime from sunlit strolls and zesty pasta salads to fragran...