All Things Cozy

Matt and Gillian crunch the leaves and the numbers to see how cheaply they can decorate their homes for fall. Matt gets fixated on a pumpkin table runner, Gillian debuts her Sting impersonation, and both are shocked to discover that T.J. Maxx and Marshalls were the same store all along. Cozy in the News The Brinklow Scarecrow Festival A Pumpkin Boat Named Berta Soothing Sounds: "Friday Night" by B...

Gillian and Matt go back to school by reminiscing about how they stayed cozy as kids and sharing their learning from a knife skills class they took together at Sur La Table. Cozy in the News Secret to a Great Marriage Stray A Complete History of Gelly Roll Pens Soothing Sounds "90 in November" by Why Bonnie "COZY" by Beyonce Candle Review No. 2 Pencil by Stinky Candle Company Support the show by j...

Leslie Meier, author of the bestselling Lucy Stone Mysteries, calls in to discuss her celebrated series and its latest installment, Easter Bonnet Murder . Leslie shares her writing process and reveals who she would choose to play Lucy Stone in a movie. Keep up with Leslie's writing by visiting her website and Facebook page . Soothing Sounds " Western Wind ," Carly Rae Jepsen " Fly On" by Karen Els...

Matt and Gillian select items that will make your summer spectacularly cozy. Cozy in the News Keanu Reeves Covers Teddy Bear Convention Father of the Bride Trailer Summer Gift Guide Matt's Picks Personalized Bluetooth Speakers Hammock Hello Molly! by Molly Shannon Sea Otter & Various Inflatable Drink Holders Ovalware Cold Brew Maker Gillian's Picks How Do I Un-remember This: Unfortunately True Sto...

All Things Cozy listeners suggest cozy activities for Matt & Gillian to try and discuss, from diamond painting to the hokey pokey. Cozy in the News: Belated Birthday Cake / Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers Trailer Soothing Sounds: "Personal Message" by Melody's Echo Chamber / "Sidelines" by Phoebe Bridgers Candle Review: Wisconsin Supper Club Collection "Fresh Dinner Rolls"

Gillian and Matt answer 15 personal questions designed to deepen friendships including "What does my Instagram tell you about me?" and "What about me is the hardest for you to understand?" Cozy in the News Reuniting a Rabbit Too Old for Easter Baskets? Soothing Sounds "Clean Getaway" by Caroline Spence "The Lightning I, II" by Arcade Fire Candle Review "Fresh Picked Sunflowers " by Broyhill Questi...

From circuit flowers to fizzy frozen eggs, Matt and Gillian test six spring-themed science experiments you can perform at home that will not only teach scientific concepts but also produce results you can share with others. Cozy in the News Rose-Veiled Fairy Wrasse Abbott Elementary Book Fair Spring Science Experiments Fizzy Frozen Eggs Crystal Flowers Density Rainbow Shaving Cream Rain Cloud Biop...

Marina Olshansky, founder of Vesca Botanicals ( @vescabotanicals ) joins Matt and Gillian to grow their knowledge of houseplants and ways they can use them to create cozy environments at home. She also shares how to avoid common plant care mistakes and how to help your plant find its happy place. Cozy This Week: Drew Barrymore's Little Yellow Book   Charles Phoenix's Holiday Jubilee Soothing Sound...

After seeing Death on the Nile (2022), Matt and Gillian use their little gray cells to celebrate Agatha Christie's legendary detective, Hercule Poirot, looking back at some of his most famous portrayals by the likes of Albert Finney, Peter Ustinev, David Suchet, and Kenneth Branagh. Cozy in the News: Comic Written by 8-Year-Old Hidden in Library / Julia Child Challenge Soothing Sounds: "Background...

Gillian and Matt sample episodes of Abbott Elementary, The Afterparty, How I Met Your Father, and The Woman in the House Across the Street From the Girl in the Window to tell you which new series will bring the most coziness to your TV screen in 2022. Cozy in the News Martha Stewart Shades Ina Garten The Pirate Cat of Ferny Hills Soothing Sounds: "Lighten Up and Try" by Erin Rae   "This Town" feat...

Matt and Gillian open up a cozy candy shoppe at home with recipes for vegan heart gummies, chocolate pretzel hearts, and more. They also share ideas for handmade gifts and cards that will be sure to make your valentine swoon. Homemade Candies: Oil-Painted Fortune Cookies Chocolate Pretzel Hearts Vegan "Buckeye" Chocolates Vegan Gummy Hearts Cards & Crafts: Valentine Treat Drop Box   DIY Fingerprin...

Gillian and Matt reflect on 2021 by recognizing the year's coziest news stories, books, movies, TV shows, songs, and listeners. Happy New Year! Help us start 2022 strong by joining our Patreon at www.patreon.com/allthingscozy! Cozy in the News: Pre-Med Student Spots Cancerous Mole / New Season of All Creatures Great and Small Soothing Sounds: "Dizzy" by Ella Bleu / "Happy New Year" by Let's Eat Gr...

Film critics and hosts of the Linoleum Knife podcast ( @linoleumcast ) Alonso Duralde ( @ADuralde ) and Dave White ( @dlelandwhite ) join Matt and Gillian to tune into two new holiday programs: the Lifetime original movie Christmas in Tune starring Reba McEntire and the "Happy Challah Days" episode of Padma Lakshmi's Hulu show Taste the Nation. The quartet also tuck into boozy Christmas desserts!...

Gillian and Matt share their list of cozy gifts for the holidays! Cozy in the News: Turkeys Take Over College Campuses / Elfcore Gillian's Gift Ideas: Gift 1: Hibi Incense Matches Gift 2: Smoky Citrus Ornaments from Flamingo Estate Gift 3: Winter Wax Seals Gift 4: DIY Miniature Garden Kit  f rom Shop PBS Gift 5: " Celebrate with Kim-Joy: Cute Cakes and Bakes to Make Every Occasion Joyful "  Matt's...

Matt and Gillian talk about what it takes to be a cozy host (and guest) with Clark Childers & Adam Walton, owners and operators of The Lincoln Marfa ( @thelincolnmarfa ) a hotel in Marfa, Texas. They also share "cute food" recipes to make your spread extra adorable this Thanksgiving. Cute Food Recipes: "Turkey" Avocado Dip / Boiled Egg "Snowpeople" Soothing Sounds: " Leave the Door Open " by Silk...

Bran Gray ( @hallmarkpodcast ) & Alonso Duralde ( @ADuralde ), authors of I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies: The Deck the Hallmark Podcast's Guide to Your Holiday TV Obsession chat with Gillian and Matt about their process for bringing the Deck the Hallmark Podcast to life in book form, what gave them "all the feels" while writing the book, and the Hallmark Channel movie tropes they love the most....

Matt and Gillian tell "true" tales of the friendliest ghosts that haunt the coziest of places. They also review Muppets Haunted Mansion and @MichaelVarrati sends a message from the beyond with cozy Halloween movie recommendations for the whole family. Happy Halloween! Evil in the News: Artfully Evil / Clean Sweep of Evil Spooky Sounds: "(Stop, Look, & Listen) It's Halloween" by Pete Antell / Ghost...

Gillian and Matt take a trip to Julian, CA to sample cider, visit an orchard, and grab a slice of apple pie. Cozy in the News: Aldi Canned Fried Apples / Apple Pie Smoothie Apple Activites: Apple Picking Julian Farm and Orchard / Apple Head Dolls / Make an Apple Candle / Fall Centerpiece / Apple Place Cards / Calico Cidery Soothing Sounds: Glider by Japanese Breakfast / Christmas Isn't Canceled (J...

Matt and Gillian mark the milestone of making 100 episodes of All Things Cozy by answering listener questions and recalling favorite cozy moments. A huge thanks to all our listeners whose support helped ATC create 100 episodes and counting! If you like what you hear, consider joining our Patreon: patreon.com/allthingscozy

Matt and Gillian rake up all fall trends they can find and dive into them like a big pile of leaves. Bath and Body Works Finds: Marshmallow Pumpkin Fragrance Mist , Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin Foaming Handsoap , White Pumpkin Hand Gel (not online) Fall Beverages: Starbucks Fall Menu , Dunkin' Donuts Fall Menu Fall Decor: Hello Fall Sign , Pumpkin Moons Tea Light Holder Fall Bites: Trader Joe's Butternu...

Gillian and Matt dive into water and all the ways it keeps us cool and cozy in the summer. All Things Cozy will be going on a summer break, but will be back with new episodes in September 2021! Cozy in the News: Fudge From Beyond the Grave / Rain Music Cozy by the Water: Float Trips / Underwater Photography / Dr. Teal's Epsom Salt Foot Soak Cozy Library: The Wreckage of My Presence by Casey Wilson...

Matt and Gillian get ready for summer with appetizers, salads, and drinks that are perfect for a cozy garden party. Cozy in the News: Too Many Spongebob Popsicles / Mug Fever / Denise's Meatballs / Hocus Pocus 2 Recipes Appetizers: Zesty Lime Shrimp Avocado Salad / Beet-Pickled Deviled Eggs Salads:  Cherry Tomato Couscous Salad / Avocado Toast Salad   Cocktails:  Garden Gimlet / Spirited Summer Br...

Gillian and Matt honor their elders with a deep dive into The Mole Agent, a new cozy documentary about a mystery at a nursing home. They also share their favorite films starring seniors and rave about the new kid on the block: the Pumpkin Toadlet. Cozy in the News: Pumpkin Toadlet / D&D Plushies Soothing Sounds: New Bikini by Cassandra Jenkins / Sunny Day by Child Lion Cozy Library: The Drunken Bo...

Lily Percy, host of the podcast This Movie Changed Me , joins Matt and Gillian to discuss the ways movies change lives, her favorite cozy movie, and how podcasts can provide comfort to listeners. Soothing Sounds: Pink Moon by Nick Drake / Hot & Heavy by Lucy Dacus Cozy Library: Wildflower Season by Michelle Major / A Deadly Discovery by J.C. Kenney Candle Review: Zora's Domain by Potions & Pyrelig...

Mia P. Manansala (@MPMtheWriter) calls in to chat about ARSENIC AND ADOBO , the first novel in the Tita Rosie's Kitchen Mystery Series, which hits bookstores on May 4th, 2021. Mia shares the foods that inspire coziness for her, how she was introduced to culinary mysteries, and the challenges/opportunities of releasing a book during a pandemic. Visit www.miapmanansala.com to discover more of her wr...