Welcome to a Listener Mailbag episode, where the inbox is popping off and the vibes are… spirited. We’re starting today with a message that would like us to know - very clearly - that our Sue Thomas F.B.Eye pilot review was, in their words, bad and wrong. Just to clarify: we watched the pilot, we didn’t love it, and we said that out loud on the internet. No regrets. From there, we’re opening emails that range from “I just discovered you and adore you” to extremely detailed holiday-season critiques to sequel intel. And yes, we’re also addressing a suggestion that we host a fundraiser or contest where a listener records an episode with us - which sounds adorable, generous, and wildly optimistic about our influence. As always, thank you for caring enough to write in - whether you’re cheering us on or yelling at us through your phone. Let’s get into it.

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We’re kicking off 2026 Hallmark movies in style  - and possibly barefoot - with Lost in Paradise, the very first Hallmark movie of the year and the perfect launch for January’s Winter Escape theme. When a high-powered fashion founder finds herself unexpectedly marooned on an island with a talented chef, survival turns into sparks, teamwork turns into tension, and romance sneaks in right along with the tropical breeze. Starring Lacey Chabert and Ian Harding, this one is serving escapism, chemistry, and “why am I suddenly craving a beach vacation?” energy.

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Ripple Episode 5 slows everything way down - and somehow makes it hurt more. This episode leans hard into grief, exhaustion, and the quiet moments where life feels stuck while everyone else keeps moving. Between Aria’s isolation after her miscarriage, Nate’s physical limits becoming impossible to ignore, and a surprise emotional gut punch delivered via an internet customer service call (of all things), Episode 5 trades big plot twists for something heavier and more intimate. It’s not flashy, but it’s deeply felt and it left us sitting in our feelings long after the credits rolled.

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In their latest review, Megan and Wendy dive into the holiday heart of Santa Tell Me, where Olivia is falling for Chris… or maybe it’s Nick? With Erin Krakow and Daniel Lissing back in action, this movie serves up a twisty romance wrapped in holiday charm. Tune in to Girls Gone Hallmark to hear if Olivia finally finds her Christmas miracle - or if this story left Megan and Wendy longing for a bit more magic!

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Hallmark’s January Movie Lineup is kicking off 2026 with sunshine, travel, second chances, and a fresh start kind of energy. With five new movies, one returning series, and one Hallmark+ wildcard, Hallmark is leaning fully into escapism to start the year. We sat down to share our very first impressions of what’s coming - and here’s where we landed. Think tropical locations, slow burn romances, and at least one movie we already cannot wait for.

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Guiding Emily is one of those quietly powerful Hallmark movies that sneaks up on you - in the best way. After Emily loses her eyesight and a guide dog struggles to complete his training, two separate journeys of loss, resilience, and hope begin moving toward the same destination. Through near-misses and emotional setbacks, both learn how to trust again and keep going. Starring Sarah Drew and Antonio Cupo, this film leans into tenderness over tropes and delivers a story that’s heartfelt, meaningful, and surprisingly moving.

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Ripple Episode 4 leans into memory, grief, and the quiet consequences of missed moments. As Kris returns home and reconnects with the place where her love of music first took shape, Walter steps back onto the basketball court - met not with pity, but with warmth, once the guys learn of his wife’s recent death. And hovering over it all is the storm: not just weather, but a force that disrupts communication, timing, and closure. In this episode, people don’t quite say the thing when they should - and Ripple reminds us how often life moves on before we’re ready.

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Sun, sand, and emotional whiplash - welcome to Two Tickets to Paradise. This Hallmark escape drops two jilted almost-newlyweds into the same Hawaiian resort, proving that sometimes the worst day of your life might come with an ocean view and unexpected chemistry. Starring Ashley Williams, Ryan Paevey, and Mary-Margaret Humes, this movie is pure vacation-core Hallmark, and Megan’s first impression says absolutely everything: “Ryan. Freaking. Paevey.”

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Girls Gone Hallmark reviews Taking a Shot at Love, a Hallmark romance that blends tutus with hockey tape and somehow makes ballet rehab feel surprisingly swoony. Starring Alexa PenaVega and Luke Macfarlane, this one asks the important questions: can pliés really fix a broken NHL body, can a small Connecticut town slow down a professional athlete’s life, and what happens when chemistry sneaks in right as the future is pulling two people in opposite directions?

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Get ready for a dash of holiday cheer as Girls Gone Hallmark reviews On the 12th Date of Christmas! In this episode, Megan and Wendy team up to discuss the scavenger hunt antics starring Tyler Hynes and Mallory Jansen. They’ll dig into the plot’s delightful twists and moments, from sweet surprises to zany challenges. You won't want to miss this festive adventure, so grab some hot cocoa and tune in to the review now!

  Just a heads-up: This episode originally appeared as a bonus podcast episode long before Girls Gone Hallmark became the experts in the Hallmark field that you know today.

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