Hallmark Mysteries & More

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Is Pie to Die For the best Hannah Swensen mystery we’ve seen in years? We dig into the flour-dusted details and cozy chaos in this brand new Hallmark Movies & Mysteries release starring Alison Sweeney and Victor Webster. Andrea and Eric are back at The Cookie Jar talking kitchen fight scenes, swoon-worthy kisses, surprising...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Andrea and Eric are back to break down Mystery 101: Dead Talk , where tech paranoia meets murder in one of the most layered entries of the series. This episode dives deep into the AI-powered premise, the clever red herrings (or lack thereof), and that unexpected killer reveal. The duo debates the real-life creep factor of Travis...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode of Hallmark Mysteries and More , we’re diving into Episode 5 of Private Eyes , and things are heating up—both on the case and in Angie’s personal life. Andrea and Eric break down all the juicy details of “The Six” , from teen nightclubs and tech-savvy teens to the not-so-subtle sparks flying between Angie and Det...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode of Hallmark Mysteries and More , we dive into the third movie in the Mystery 101 series — Words Can Kill . Andrea and Eric are back with wildly different opinions as they break down the tangled web of three murders, a chaotic campus setting, and a whole lot of suspects Andrea’s not sold on the college backdrop or...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Get ready to sleuth through secrets, lies, and… reality TV scandal? In this week’s episode of Hallmark Mysteries and More , Andrea and Eric break down episode 4 of Private Eyes Season 1: “The Devil’s Playground.” It’s a fun, fast-paced mystery set against the surprising backdrop of the Toronto Islands (yes, they’re real!). We di...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Andrea and Eric are back—armed with hot takes, cool sarcasm, and more head-scratching than heartwarming—as they dive into Hallmark’s “May for Moms” movie lineup. Spoiler alert: it’s not exactly a love letter to motherhood… or good storytelling. From balloon-based romances to castles with utility bills the size of small countries...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this can’t-miss episode, Eric Rutin sits down with the queen of quirky cozies herself— Tonya Kappes ! Best known for her Camper & Criminals Cozy Mystery series (soon to hit the screen on Hallmark Mystery Channel), Tonya shares what it’s like writing over 40 books in a single series, how her RV lifestyle inspires her ficti...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode, Andrea and Eric take the reins as they gallop through Season 1, Episode 3 of Private Eyes , titled The Money Shot . While the case revolves around a mysterious racehorse and shady dealings at the track, the hosts are more intrigued by the emotional undercurrents galloping just beneath the surface. Andrea admits...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. The curtain is up, the body count is rising, and Amy and Travis are back in action! In this episode, Andrea and Eric review the second installment in Hallmark’s fan-favorite series Mystery 101 — Playing Dead . Set against the backdrop of a local theater production, this whodunnit brings drama on and off the stage. Andrea dives i...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. This week, Andrea and Eric return to Toronto for a full review of Private Eyes Season 1, Episode 2 – “Mise En Place” – where murder is on the menu and the restaurant world gets a spicy spotlight. The duo breaks down the episode’s culinary crime, character growth, and just the right amount of banter between Matt Shade and Angie E...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. It’s the episode everyone has been waiting for—Eric and Andrea finally take on the pilot of Hallmark’s most beloved mystery series , Mystery 101 . Fans are fiercely loyal, emotions run high, and expectations are sky-high… so does the very first installment still earn its reputation as the gold standard of Hallmark whodunnits? In...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode, Andrea and Eric lace up their skates and hit the ice as they review the first episode of Private Eyes , the Canadian mystery drama now gaining traction with Hallmark fans. Starring Jason Priestley and Cindy Sampson , the show kicks off with a compelling mix of hockey, heart, and a suspicious medical collapse tha...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Would YOU hire a pair of gardeners who seem to uncover a dead body at every job site? In this delightfully unhinged and wildly entertaining episode, Andrea and Eric dig into the British cozy classic Rosemary & Thyme , now streaming on Hallmark Movies Now and BritBox. From poisoned plants and slow-motion elevators to awkward...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. This week on Hallmark Mysteries and More , we’re zooming in on the Signed, Sealed, Delivered franchise with an in-depth review of To the Moon and Back . Is it a heartwarming hit or a confusing miss? Eric and Andrea break it down, sharing their thoughts on the movie’s gripping mystery, the emotional dynamics of the Postables, and...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this special solo episode, Eric takes the reins—and the keys to the Hallmark Media kingdom—with five bold (and slightly fanatical) ideas that could revolutionize the network we all love. From network consolidation and smarter streaming to elevated mysteries and influencer-powered marketing, this episode is a passionate, funny...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. This week, Andrea and Eric complete their journey through the Emma Fielding Mysteries series with More Bitter Than Death —and it’s a wild ride! From secret societies under Keyser College to surprisingly entertaining (and unintentionally hilarious) fight scenes, they break down everything that worked—and everything that had them...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode, Andrea and Eric tackle Hallmark’s Spring Into Love lineup—and let’s just say, it’s a bumpy ride through romance, red flags, and questionable plots. From Jenna’s First Love to Kiki’s Fourth Ingredient , they break down all four interconnected movies (plus Journey to You ) with their signature humor and honest tak...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. This week, Andrea and Eric return to Hartley Castle for their review of Emma Fielding Mysteries: Past Malice , and this time—it’s personal (and possibly cursed). From improved character chemistry to surprise villain reveals, they break down why this second film in the Emma Fielding series is a big step up from the first. They di...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. She’s been a red herring, an accomplice, a therapist, and even a murderess—but no matter the role, April Telek brings heart, humor, and unforgettable energy. In this episode, Andrea and Eric sit down with the beloved Hallmark star for a wide-ranging, wildly entertaining conversation that covers everything from Garage Sale Myster...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this week’s episode, Andrea and Eric take a deep dive into Emma Fielding Mysteries: Site Unseen , the archaeology-themed Hallmark mystery that kicked off Courtney Thorne-Smith’s return to television in a leading role. They dig into everything—from questionable historical facts and subdued romance to that surprisingly action-p...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. To celebrate Hallmark Mystery airing Aurora Teagarden: A Lesson in Murder, we decided to replay this fantastic conversation with Marilu Henner. She shares so many amazing stories about her illustrious career as well as great BTS stories about playing Aida Teagarden.  Enjoy.  Follow us on social media: Instagram  and TikTok: @hal...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode, Andrea and Eric dive into Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Reap What You Sew —but does this cozy caper stitch together a satisfying story or unravel before the final scene? Spoiler alert: one of your hosts may have literally slept through the climax (twice). They discuss the absence of key characters like Martin and...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. his week, Andrea and Eric are joined by the incredibly talented Kaitlyn Leeb , known to Hallmark fans as Lindsay from The Spencer Sisters and Bianca in Crossword Mysteries . Kaitlyn opens up about her acting journey—from competitive figure skater to Hallmark star—and shares heartfelt stories about her early auditions, behind-the...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. This week, Andrea and Eric dive into the latest Hallmark news and bring plenty of laughs along the way! From the network’s big announcement about adding British mystery imports (hello, Rosemary & Thyme and Shakespeare & Hathaway !) to Good Witch: The Grey Lady Secrets getting the full nostalgic rewatch treatment, this ep...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. This week, we welcome the delightful Kylee Evans , beloved for her roles as Stephanie on Good Witch and Brooke on Mistletoe Murders . In this heartwarming and hilarious interview, Kylee opens up about her journey from small-town Nova Scotia to Hallmark stardom, shares behind-the-scenes stories from the Good Witch set, and gives...