The TV Police: A Rewatch of The Mentalist

Owain Yeoman (Rigsby) and Tim Kang (Cho) return on The TV Police Podcast to unpack Ladies in Red, a standout episode of The Mentalist that blends high-society intrigue with classic CBI detective work. The hosts recall filming iconic moments, share on-set memories, and reveal why this story deepened fans’ love for Patrick Jane (Simon Baker). Special guest star Karl Sonnenberg, The Mentalist Police Tactical Advisor.

From hidden motives to Jane’s masterful mind games, Owain and Tim explore how the CBS crime series balanced charm and suspense. Their commentary highlights production secrets, cast chemistry, and the lasting appeal of this TV series rewatch for Mentalist fans.

On The TV Police, hosts Owain Yeoman (Rigsby) and Tim Kang (Cho) revisit Red Tide, an early installment of The Mentalist that takes the CBI to a coastal town and a case steeped in local secrets. Leah Andrew joins as first fan guest host. The episode highlights Patrick Jane (Simon Baker) using sharp observation and psychology to read a tight-knit surfing community, exposing motives hidden behind calm waters.
Owain and Tim share behind-the-scenes stories from the set, talk team dynamics in the season’s first run of cases, and explain how the show blended sun-drenched scenery with a classic detective drama mystery. You’ll hear how production choices, guest performances, and Jane’s mischief shaped the tone that made this CBS crime drama so addictive.
Whether you’re deep into a Mentalist rewatch or discovering the series for the first time, this conversation offers insider context, smart clue breakdowns, and plenty of humor from the actors who lived it.
Subscribe to The TV Police Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube, and follow along each week as Owain Yeoman and Tim Kang reopen the CBI’s most memorable early investigations from The Mentalist.

This week on The TV Police, Owain Yeoman (Rigsby) and Tim Kang (Cho) re-examine The Mentalist episode Red Hair and Silver Tape, where Patrick Jane’s playful tactics collide with a chilling murder mystery. Special guest co-host original series star Amanda Righetti (Grace Van Pelt) joins The Tv Police. The hosts share behind-the-scenes memories from filming the early days of the CBS series, revealing how humor and tension intertwined to build the show’s unique rhythm.
From Jane’s offbeat profiling skills to the first sparks of team dynamics, Owain, Tim and Amanda reflect on what made this crime procedural both clever and deeply human. It’s a nostalgic yet revealing TV series rewatch that reminds fans why The Mentalist remains one of television’s smartest mysteries.
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In the premiere episode of The TV Police, hosts Owain Yeoman (Rigsby) and Tim Kang (Cho) revisit The Mentalist pilot that introduced the world to Patrick Jane, played by Simon Baker. The duo unpacks how this CBS crime dramablended psychology, mystery, and humor to launch one of television’s most memorable detective series.
From first impressions of Lisbon’s team to the chilling Red John storyline, Owain and Tim share behind-the-scenes stories, early cast chemistry, and on-set moments that shaped the show’s DNA. Whether you’re a long-time fan or just starting your Mentalist rewatch, this episode dives deep into what made Jane’s methods so unforgettable.
Subscribe to The TV Police Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube, and follow along as the cast reopens the very first case that started it all.

The TV Police with Owain Yeoman and Tim Kang is the ultimate "The Mentalist" re-watch podcast. Join Rigsby and Cho themselves as they revisit every episode of the hit series, sharing exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, memories, and never-before-heard anecdotes from their time on set. Each episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to be a member of “The TV Police,” featuring special guests, insider perspectives, and a fresh look at the global hit series that fans around the world still love today.