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Mistletoe Murders Season 2 is finally here — and to celebrate, I’m joined by the one and only Sierra Marilyn Riley, who plays Violet! Sierra opens up about Season 2, her first on-screen kiss, her debut novel, and the wild coincidences between her book and the series.

We also chat about her role in the Middlebridge Mysteries Audible spinoff, what it’s like working with Sarah Drew, Peter Mooney, and Ken Cuperus, and how her Hallmark family has helped her grow as both an actor and a writer.

Grab your chai (or fancy coffee) and settle in for a genuinely heartwarming conversation with one of Hallmark’s brightest young stars.

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Hallmark fans, this is the one you’ve been waiting for!

Sarah Drew joins me to talk Mistletoe Murders Season 2, that unforgettable cliffhanger, the blue-dress moment everyone’s buzzing about, and what really happened behind the scenes when she broke her hand filming the finale.

We also get into:

✨ Her upcoming Jimmy Stewart biopic filmed in Ireland

✨ The wild energy of the Hallmark Cruise (and why it’s “summer camp for grown-ups”)

✨ What makes Emily her favorite role yet

✨ Her thoughts on turning Mistletoe Murders into a year-round series

If you loved Season 1, wait until you hear what Sarah teases for Season 2’s ending.

Grab your cocoa, hit that subscribe button, and let’s sleuth together! 🕵️‍♀️

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The Countdown to Christmas continues — and this week, Eric and Andrea unwrap Merry Christmas, Ted Cooper, starring Robert Buckley and Kimberly Sustad. Was this Buffalo-based holiday rom-com a cozy crowd-pleaser or another lukewarm snowstorm? The duo breaks it all down with their trademark humor, debate, and a few mistletoe moments.

You’ll hear:

• Honest takes on Buckley’s charm, Sustad’s attitude, and why chemistry matters.
• A deep dive into Hallmark’s streaming strategy (and why so many fans can’t find the channel anymore).
• Early thoughts on Mistletoe Murders — Eric’s already seen the screeners!
• This season’s new “Christmas Feels” segment (goodbye, Mystery Minute 👋).
• The poll results: did fans love Ted Cooper as much as they did?

Plus, stay tuned for Hallmark trivia, six degrees of April Telek, and what’s next with A Newport Christmas, Christmas on Duty, and Mistletoe Murders.

If you love witty banter, Hallmark deep cuts, and that perfect mix of snark and sincerity, this episode is your cup of hot cocoa.

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Hallmark fans — grab your cocoa, because Eric, Andrea, and special guest Haley from Crown the Halls are counting down the Top 5 Hallmark Movies of 2025! From Villa Amore and Providence Falls to Haul Out the Halloween and Love of the Irish, we’re breaking down which films delivered that signature Hallmark magic — and which ones missed the mistletoe completely.

Expect plenty of laughs, friendly disagreements, and a few hot takes (yes, we’re looking at you, Machu Picchu Proposal). Plus, we reveal our favorite couples, characters, and settings of the year — and the one movie that left us all scratching our heads.

🎬 Highlights:

• The surprising #1 movie for Eric
• Why 2025 might’ve been a “down year” for Hallmark
• Best chemistry: Andrew Walker & Rachel Boston’s bowling alley sparks
• The worst of the worst — including a few that even Hallmark super-fans couldn’t defend
• Why Haul Out the Halloween deserved more magic

Whether you loved every Hallmark movie or hit “skip” more than usual this year, this episode will make you laugh, nod, and debate your own rankings right along with us.

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After two years, we’re finally setting sail back to Ireland! In this episode, Eric and Andrea dive into Haunted Harmony Mysteries: Buried at Sea, starring Tamera Mowry-Housley as Gethsemane Brown — the music teacher who solves murders with a little ghostly help from her friend Eamon. From Titanic violins to Irish pubs, this latest entry in Hallmark’s mystery lineup hits all the cozy notes (and a few spooky ones, too).

Eric and Andrea share their takes on the movie’s standout moments, how the new ghostly twist changes the series, and whether the mystery itself sank or sailed. Expect laughter, debate, and even a detour into basketball sibling rivalries — because why not?

Highlights:

• Why the Irish setting still feels like the coziest backdrop in Hallmark Mystery history

• Andrea’s case for calling this the best Haunted Harmony yet (and Eric’s not-so-sure rebuttal)

• The “ghost logic” that finally makes sense — and one haunting plot hole that doesn’t

• Does the mystery hold up, or did it miss a few clues?

• Behind-the-scenes trivia: which Hallmark writer has penned Murder, She Baked AND Garage Sale Mysteries

• Hallmark & Chill pick: Murder, She Wrote “Ship of Thieves”

If you love Haunted Harmony Mysteries, Murder, She Wrote, or anything set in foggy, cozy Irish towns, this episode is your cup of tea (or pint at the pub).

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Lacey Chabert and Wes Brown are back — and this time, Evergreen Lane is trading Christmas lights for cobwebs. In this episode, Eric and Andrea dive into Haul Out the Halloween, the delightfully spooky third installment of the Haul Out the Holly franchise. From over-the-top decorations to Melissa Peterman’s show-stealing antics, the duo breaks down all the tricks and treats that make this Hallmark sequel a seasonal standout.

They discuss whether this is Hallmark’s best Halloween movie yet, what worked (and what didn’t), and how the cast chemistry — especially Lacey and Wes — continues to anchor the series. Expect laughs, pop culture detours, and the occasional Minnesota shoutout as they unpack their favorite moments and a few missed opportunities for extra Halloween chaos.

Highlights:

• Why Haul Out the Halloween might be Hallmark’s most fun sequel yet

• Lacey Chabert & Wes Brown’s undeniable “married couple” chemistry

• Melissa Peterman’s fall-from-the-floor comedic gold

• The witchy neighbors we wanted more of — and how the movie could’ve upped the spooky factor

• Where the franchise could go next (Santa training in Norway, anyone?)

If you love Hallmark Movies, Hallmark Mysteries, and cozy seasonal comedies with familiar faces, you’ll love this review of Haul Out the Halloween.

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Cindy Busby has starred in some of Hallmark’s most beloved movies — but her journey from Montreal to Hollywood is full of surprises, laughter, and heart. In this episode, Eric sits down with Cindy for a warm, funny, and refreshingly honest conversation about acting, resilience, and the real life behind the Hallmark magic.

She opens up about the Heartland role that launched her career, how a random audition landed her in a Steve Martin movie, and why her rescue dog Susie has completely stolen the spotlight (and her heart). From behind-the-scenes stories to thoughtful reflections on rejection, creativity, and joy, Cindy shows exactly why fans adore her on and off screen.

Highlights:

• The moment that changed her acting career forever

• Why Hearts Down Under and Marry Me in Yosemite are close to her heart

• The Steve Martin and Paul Campbell story you have to hear to believe

• Cindy’s hilarious “cop fan” encounter on a road trip

• Her heartfelt take on animal rescue and living with purpose

If you love Hallmark Movies, Hallmark Mysteries, Heartland, and cozy behind-the-scenes stories with your favorite stars, this is one you won’t want to miss.

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This week, we're joined by Marco Grazzini and Adam Fergus, stars of the new Hallmark mystery Haunted Harmony Mysteries: Buried at C, premiering October 12th on Hallmark Mystery.

If you're a fan of mysteries with a supernatural twist, you're going to love this conversation. We dive deep into what makes the Haunted Harmony franchise unique in the crowded Hallmark mystery space—from the ghost partner dynamic to the romance triangle that doesn't involve the two lead sleuths (looking at you, every other mystery series).

Adam, who's originally from Ireland, shares insider tips about visiting the Emerald Isle, including why you should never order an Irish Car Bomb or a Black and Tan if you actually want to fit in with the locals. He also explains the art of "splitting the G" on your first pint of Guinness—and trust me, it's harder than it sounds.

Marco talks about why he keeps returning to Ireland for these films (spoiler: it's not the weather), the challenges of filming 100-page scripts in 10-hour Irish workdays versus the typical Canadian 11-hour schedule, and how cinematographers in Ireland have basically mastered shooting through four seasons in a single take.

But the absolute highlight? Marco's confession about cheating on his Grade 12 calculus exam by buying it from a security guard, memorizing answers he didn't understand, and still barely passing with a 95%. It's the kind of story that explains why he's an actor and not a math teacher—despite playing one on screen.

We also get into:

• Whether they actually believe in ghosts (their answers might surprise you)
• The Jane Seymour garden party story you won't believe
• Why Tamara Mowry-Housley's laugh is legendary on set
• The mysterious object that gets revealed in Buried at C that had the entire cast cracking up
• How Richard Cooper's ghost character brings levity to murder mysteries
• The delicate balance of romance in a series versus one-off rom-coms
• Why having the romantic tension outside the main sleuthing duo works so well

Both Marco and Adam are refreshingly candid about the craft of acting, the joys and challenges of series work versus standalone movies, and what it's like to develop a character over multiple films. Adam's perspective as a local filming in his home country adds a fascinating layer to the conversation, while Marco's outsider enthusiasm for Irish culture is genuinely infectious.

If you're a Hallmark mystery fan, this is essential listening before Buried at C premieres. And even if you're just here for behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories and a calculus heist confession, you're in for a treat.

Episode Highlights:

• [03:15] Why Irish people make filming in Ireland worth the weather
• [08:42] Marco's legendary calculus cheating story
• [14:28] What makes Tamara Mowry-Housley the heart of the series
• [18:35] Do they believe in ghosts? A surprisingly thoughtful answer
• [21:50] The Griff vs. O'Reilly love triangle dynamics
• [26:18] Irish drinking culture: What tourists get wrong
• [32:45] The reality of 10-hour Irish filming days
• [38:22] Why Haunted Harmony broke through with tough mystery fans
• [43:10] Character arcs in mystery series vs. standalone movies
• [47:55] Teasing Buried at C without spo

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🔑 What You’ll Hear

• Our Top 5 most-anticipated Hallmark Christmas movies for 2025
• The cast pairings we think will shine—Robert Buckley + Kimberley Sustad, Erin Krakow + Tyler Hynes, Autumn Reeser + Niall Matter, and more
• Why fewer movies this year might mean better quality
• The titles we’re least excited about (and why!)
• Series spotlight: Finding Mr. Christmas and Mistletoe Murders

🎧 Perfect For

Fans of Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Mysteries, Hallmark Movies, and anyone who loves cozy holiday romances, royal tales, and small-town Christmas magic.

👉 Don’t miss a sleigh-full of fun—subscribe now and join us all season long for Hallmark reviews, cozy mystery coverage, and holiday fan favorites!

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What makes a cozy mystery click—and when does it fall flat? In this week’s episode, Eric and Andrea dive deep into Private Eyes Season 2, Episodes 10 through 18, unpacking the highs, lows, and surprising twists of the back half of the season. From boxing rings and medieval fairs to octopus capers and suburban sleuthing, the duo shares candid takes on what worked, what dragged, and which episodes left them wanting more.

Along the way, they spotlight familiar Hallmark faces, compare standout mysteries to other fan favorites like Murder, She Wrote and Diagnosis Murder, and debate which episodes deserve a cozy rewatch. If you’re a fan of Hallmark Mysteries, Hallmark Channel favorites, or just love a good Cozy Mystery binge, this review is packed with insights, laughs, and a few unexpected confessions.

Highlights from this episode:

Why the boxing-themed episode was a knockout miss for both hosts

• The unexpected charm of an octopus-led mystery in “Finding Leroy”
• Guest star sightings: Hallmark favorites popping up in surprising roles
• A twisty season finale that sets up Season 3 with shocking reveals
• Which episodes kept us glued to the screen—and which had us reaching for our phones

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