Blanket Fort Files: A Cozy Podcast

We’re back in the blanket fort! After almost 6 months, we’re so happy to be back with the cozy detectives. In today’s episode, we catch up, check in on some previous cozy case files, share some cozy holiday tips, and hear from you, the cozy detectives! Thank you for your patience while we’ve been away. We can’t wait to bring you more comfort and coziness.  ⁠You can also watch our podcast on YouTub...

Hello cozy detectives. We’re here to report that we have decided to take a hiatus. It’s what we need right now in this season of life, and we hope you’ll understand. We plan to report on all things comfy and cozy again in the future, but for now, we’re closing the blanket fort for the time being. We’re so grateful to all of you for listening and sharing your 2% cozies with us. This podcast means s...

This week in the Blanket Fort, we're talking about everyone's favorite twins, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen! Join us as we discuss two of our favorite Mary-Kate and Ashley movies. Joy is up first and takes us on a trip to Paris as she discusses Passport to Paris. Then Larisa brings us to the Bahamas for Holiday in the Sun. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube. Follow us on Instagram. Email us yo...

In today’s episode, Larisa and Joy are talking about two presidential daughter movies that came out in 2004. Larisa is up first with Chasing Liberty starring America’s Sweetheart, Mandy Moore. Then Joy shares all about First Daughter with Katie Holmes. Which of these two presidential daughter movies is your favorite? You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us your...

We are so excited to have Meg Hood of Meg’s Tea Room join us in the blanket fort this week! We chat with Meg about all things cozy first, discussing her early roots as a cozy content creator and her foray into publishing with her imprint, The Cozy Quill. Then we all share our cozy summer movie watch list, giving you our recommendations for nostalgic faves, current obsessions, and future hopefuls....

It’s summer! We are back with a new year of seasonal cozy episodes to give you new ideas to help make your summer a little cozier. Each of us have 10 items on our cozy summer bucket list and we share how we hope to cross them off this season. If you missed our how to have a cozy summer episode from last year, be sure to check it out! You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagr...

Happy Father’s Day! We have two great dads that we’re discussing in the blanket fort today. Joy goes first with Dan in Real Life starring Steve Carrel. Then Larisa’s up next with What a Girl Wants starring Colin Firth across Amanda Bynes.  You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us your 2% cozier or your cozy stories to blanketfortfiles@gmail.com for a chance to b...

Calling all dancing queens! This week, Larisa and Joy are talking about Mamma Mia 1 & 2! Join us in the blanket fort for these summer movie staples as we discuss the story, the music, and all the behind the scenes fun. You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life! You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us your 2% cozier or your cozy stories to bl...

They were friends first and evolved into lovers. In today’s episode, we discuss two of our favorite friends to lovers stories. Joy tells us all about The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society starring Lily James and Michiel Huisman. Then Larisa discusses Love, Rosie starring Lily Collins and Sam Claflin. We hope you’ll like these cozy romance movies! You can also watch our podcast on YouTu...

Who’s ready to win $5,000 or fall through a trapdoor? Well, we’re sorry neither of those are happening today. But, we are talking about two of our favorite TV game shows from the 90s! Larisa goes first and we race through the aisles of Supermarket Sweep. Then Joy shares a Mandela Effect about The Weakest Link. Let us know if you remember either of these nostalgic game shows! You can also watch our...

We’ve got a throwback for you today. This week, our theme is nostalgic website games. Join us for a blast from the past as we discuss two of our favorites from the late 90s and early 2000s. Joy shares the complex worlds of Runescape before Larisa breaks down the beloved Neopets. Did you play any of these games growing up? You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us...

Happy Mother’s Day! To celebrate the upcoming holiday, we have two cozy case files on some of our favorite movie moms. Larisa goes first to share about Tess Coleman played by Jamie Lee Harris in Freaky Friday. Then Joy discusses Helen Harris played by Kate Hudson in Raising Helen. We sure would love a hug from these cozy moms!  You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Em...

It’s our anniversary episode! We are so excited to be celebrating one year of comfy and cozy in the blanket fort!!! This year has been so special, and we want to thank you for being part of this adventure. In today’s episode, we reflect on our first year of the podcast, exchange case files, hear from you, the cozy detectives, and put our case files head-to-head in a cozy bracket! We hope you grab...

We are diving deep into two cozy stories from the early 1900s. Larisa goes first with the 1985 TV miniseries Anne of Green Gables starring Megan Follows. Then Joy delights with The 1993 movie adaptation of The Secret Garden. These cozy movies are perfect for spring.  You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us your 2% cozier or your cozy stories to blanketfortfiles...

Today is Jane Austen day in the blanket fort. We’re discussing two of our favorite movies based on her novels. Joy is first with the 2005 adaptation of Pride and Prejudice and we swoon over Mr. Darcy’s hand flex. Then Larisa shares some behind the scenes tidbits on the 1995 adaptation of Sense and Sensibility. Take a turn about the room as you listen to this delightful episode.  You can also watch...

We’ve got a couple of new recent cozies to talk about today. This time, spring is in the air! Larisa is up first, and she’s talking about the album Proof of Life by indie singer-songwriter Joy Oladokun. Then Joy shares about her latest sewing project (and all her ups and downs with it). Be sure to check out our Instagram where we’re asking for cozy detective input for our upcoming one year in the...

In today's episode, Larisa and Joy are exploring the worlds of two culinary icons: Martha Steward and Ina Garten. We discuss their early lives, their rise to fame, and their personal backgrounds. We dive into what makes these chefs legends but also why we find them cozy. Do you have a favorite Martha or Ina memory? You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us your 2...

Today we’re discussing two of our favorite cozy adventure movies. Larisa first takes us through the kingdom of Lamia as she regales the story of Ella Enchanted starring Anne Hathaway. Then we set sail as Joy recounts the first Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl starring Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, and Kiera Knightly. It’s time for the coziest adventure!   You can also watch our pod...

It’s the first day of spring! We are closing out our year of how to have a cozy season with a fun episode today. Like our other cozy seasonal episodes, we’re sharing our ten tips on how to bring a little more comfort to your spring. Florals for spring? Groundbreaking! You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us your 2% cozier or your cozy stories to blanketfortfile...

Today we’re discussing the legendary Dame Julie Andrews! We’re so excited to talk about the queen who has captured our hearts. Larisa’s case file this week is the 2007 family-friended Enchanted where Julie Andrews delights as the narrator. Then Joy shares one of her favorite films of all time, The Sound of Music.  You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us your 2%...

We are still on our nostalgic kick. This week in the blanket fort, we’re discussing some of our favorite DIY shows as kids. Joy is up first with sweet Viv and Tony from Out of the Box. Then Larisa shares the fun segments on Zoom. Join us for this blast from the past! You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us your 2% cozier or your cozy stories to blanketfortfiles...

Let’s go to the mall! We’re excited to be back in the blanket fort today talking about two iconic 90s mall stores. Larisa is up first this week talking about Delia’s and the famous catalog that set them apart. Then Joy shares all about Limited Too and how they went from a “mommy and me” brand to a beloved pre-teen store. We’ll meet you at the food court before we go shopping! You can also watch ou...

Happy Galentine’s Day! To celebrate, we’re counting down our top 5 TV Female Friendships. We each share our favorite gal pals from the silver screen. Join us in the blanket fort to see if your faves made the list. We’d love to celebrate this day of friendship and love with you!  You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us your 2% cozier or your cozy stories to blan...

We hear there’s a big game this weekend? Sorry, but we won’t be watching it! Instead, we’re cueing up two cozy football movies. Larisa is up first this week and discusses the 2024 teen rom com that captured millennial hearts everywhere, A Cinderella Story, starring Lizzie McGuire and Chad Michael Murray. Then Joy is up with a captivating film, featuring one of the greatest actors of our time, Denz...

We’re diving into something we recently found cozy this winter. Grab an extra blanket and get cozy as Joy talks about co-op board games. Then Larisa shares a cozy winter book: The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter. We hope these cozies help to keep away your winter blues.  You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.  Follow us on Instagram. Email us your 2% cozier or your cozy stories...