Hallmark Mysteries & More

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode, Andrea and Eric take on the final installment of Hallmark Mystery Channel’s Fixer Upper Mystery trilogy: A Deadly Deed . Is it a satisfying finale or a crumbling renovation? The co-hosts dig into everything from plot pacing and character development to mismatched outfits and confusing casting choices. Andrea fin...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of Hallmark mysteries with actor Tess Atkins , best known for her role as Michelle in the Hannah Swensen series. Tess shares her journey into acting, from childhood inspirations to landing roles in hit shows like Supernatural , The Flash , and of course, Hallmark’s beloved myst...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Grab a cup of tea and settle in—this week, we’re diving into Hallmark’s latest royal rom-com lineup! From a Bostonian princess forced into an arranged marriage to a Philadelphia mechanic discovering his inner Duke, we’re ranking, reviewing, and royally roasting all the tiara-worthy moments Which leading lady stole the show? Did...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Calling all Hallmark mystery fans! This week, we’re diving deep into Mystery Island: Winner Takes All , where a game of make-believe murder turns into the real deal. Was the latest installment a thrilling Agatha Christie-inspired closed-room mystery or just another predictable whodunit? Join hosts Eric and Andrea as they debate...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. This week, Andrea and Eric sit down with the one and only Peter Benson , a Hallmark favorite known for his work in both front of and behind the camera. From his extensive acting career—including Aurora Teagarden, Mystery 101, and The Chronicle Mysteries —to his growing success as a director, Peter shares behind-the-scenes storie...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Is Hallmark about to shake up its network? Andrea and Eric dive into Conspiracy Corner to discuss the potential consolidation of Hallmark’s channels and what it could mean for mystery lovers. They also break down the second installment of Fixer Upper Mysteries , debating the eerie vibes, high school nostalgia, and unexpected twi...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. It’s time for a dramatic season finale discussion! In this episode, Andrea and Eric take their final dip into the pond—at least for now—as they break down the emotional and twist-filled ending of The Way Home Season 3. From time-traveling mysteries and unexpected revelations to standout performances by Jefferson Brown and Sadie...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. n this special episode, we sit down with Hallmark mystery mastermind John Christian Plummer , the writer behind Mystery 101 , Curious Caterer , and Mystery Island ! He takes us behind the scenes of his creative process, revealing how he crafts gripping whodunits while balancing Hallmark’s signature romance. Plummer also opens up...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. This week, we’re diving into the Fixer Upper Mysteries: Framed for Murder —and let’s just say, the writing may need a little renovation. Starring Jewel and Colin Ferguson , this 2017 Hallmark mystery had us debating its strengths, from the cozy coastal town of Lighthouse Cove to the on-screen chemistry (or lack thereof?). Was th...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode, we dive deep into The Way Home —or at least as deep as we can without getting lost in time travel paradoxes. With only one episode left this season, we still have more questions than answers! What is Jacob doing with his life? Can the Landry family tree even exist? And does anyone know what’s really going on in...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Ever wondered how your favorite Hallmark characters get their signature looks? In this exclusive interview, we go behind the scenes with Kelsey Baran , the brilliant costume designer behind Hannah Swensen Mysteries and countless other Hallmark favorites. Kelsey shares her journey into the film industry, the creative process of b...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. 🎬 Hallmark fans, it’s time for LOVEUARY! Hallmark Channel packed February with a lineup of romantic movies, but did they all deliver? In this episode, we break down every Loveuary movie – the swoon-worthy moments, the unexpected surprises, and the ones that may have missed the mark. 💘 What’s Inside? ✔️ Which Loveuary movies st...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. 📺 Calling all Hallmark Mystery fans! In this episode, we break down two of Hallmark’s most talked-about shows: The Way Home (Episode 8 – Smoke on the Water ) and The Spencer Sisters ! Get ready for an in-depth discussion filled with theories, behind-the-scenes insights, and what’s next for these fan-favorite series. 🔍 What’s I...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. 📺 Hollywood legend Lea Thompson joins us for an incredible conversation about her long and dynamic career, from Back to the Future to her latest Hallmark hits, The Spencer Sisters and The Chicken Sisters ! 🔎 Inside the Episode: ✔️ Lea’s experience portraying the witty and stylish Victoria Spencer in The Spencer Sisters ✔️ Why...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. What do you get when you mix Agatha Christie with Sherlock Holmes, toss in a dash of Jennifer Shannon, and top it off with a Hallmark mystery? Well, Garage Sale Mysteries: The Novel Murders, of course. The mystery series has been Andrea's favorite while Eric has been lukewarm. But with this 6 installment of the mystery seri...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. We are onto episode 7 of The Way Home and The Spencer Sisters. The two series continue to go in opposite directions. The Way Home seems to be getting more convoluted, but not in an interesting way. We are struggling to connect with any of the characters. Well the characters we are supposed to be interested in. As a result, we ar...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In our final and most revealing conversation with Dylan Neal—actor, writer, and producer—we take a deliciously deep dive into The Gourmet Detective series, one of Hallmark Mystery’s most beloved franchises. Dylan doesn’t hold back as he dishes out the good, the bad, and the downright unexpected from behind the scenes of these fa...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. We have waited for a new mystery from Hallmark Mystery and finally got it with Reality Bites" A Hannah Swensen. Our opinions were split over our return to Lake Eden. Synopsis: Hannah's favorite reality show takes over The Cookie Jar. When the producer is found dead, Hannah and Norman team up to track down the killer. C...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. This week we discussed the 6th epidodes of The Way Home, "Ain't No Sunshine" and The Spencer Sisters "The Winemakers Woe". While there were moments each of us enjoyed in The Way Home, this episode didn't do much to get us back into the episode, which is a disappointment since the last episode showed...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. It took Dylan Neal several years to agree to do a podcast. He knows he can't hold himself from telling you like it is. But once the damn was broken, he felt he had more to share, and we appreciated it. He doesn't sugarcoat things but isn't vengeful or petty, either. He just tells it like it is.  So grab a latte or...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Victor Webster has long been one of our favorite actors, and when he joined the Hannah Swensen Hallmark mystery franchise, we couldn't have been more excited. We sat down with Victor and talked about joining Hannah, Delores, and the rest of the gang as the newest cast member, DA Chad Norton.  But we couldn't let Victor...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In our weekly dive into the pond, we discuss the 5th episode of The Way Home, Reeling in the Years. After a week of optimism after the 4th episode, this one took a huge step backward with conflicts that don't make sense, plots that are going who knows where, and back to time travel rule-breaking.  We are left asking the que...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. The time has come to conclude our breakdown of the Gourmet Detective series as we discuss Roux the Day. Henry and Maggie are firmly cemented in their relationship in this movie as they return to the show's roots with an epicurean mystery.  We also get more of Henry's dad, as their restaurant is key to solving the myste...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. It's time for our weekly dive into the pond. While we have not been loving The Way Home for a while, this episode transported us back to our Season One vibes. A lot of the confusion of who can time travel was explained in this episode, and we finally have a sense of what is going on. Are we all the way back in? Maybe not. ...

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. We discuss the fourth Gourmet Detective movie, Eat Drink, and Be Buried. The episode starts with a hilarious mix-up that turns deadly. We also saw a very young Chris McNally and our recent guest, Lucie Guest, in an acting role.  We are treated to more sizzling chemistry between Henry and Maggie. We also glimpse Henry's back...