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All Things Cozy

Matt Piwowarczyk & Gillian Walters

A biweekly podcast about all things cozy. Light a scented candle, curl up with mug of coffee, and join us every other Sunday for a new episode.

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63 - A Cozy Thanksgiving 2019 (w/ Chef Kellie Blackburn)

All Things Cozy ·

2019/11/24

Chef Kellie Blackburn (@chef_kellie_blackburn) cooks up tips to help Matt and Gillian prepare for a vegetarian Thanksgiving. Chef Kellie patiently teaches Matt and Gillian how to properly make mashed potatoes and shares recipes for butternut squash lasanga, tiramisu, and cauliflower mac and cheese. Happy Thanksgiving!

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01:00:29

62 - The Gift of Cozy

All Things Cozy ·

2019/11/10

Give the gift of cozy this holiday season with the help Matt and Gillian's cozy gift guide! Matt and Gillian will each be giving away an item from their list to listeners who share this episode on social media. Listen to discover which items are included in the giveaway, and join Matt at the Redondo Beach Public Library on November 16th for Kensington Publishing's Mini Cozy Con. Matt's Gift Ideas Me. You. A Diary by Dawn French Sunbeam Heated Throw Blanket Japanese Cat Mystery Box Toy

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01:02:35

61 - The Haunted History of Halloween (w/ Michael...

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2019/10/27

Michael Varrati (@MichaelVarrati), writer, director, and host of the podcast Dead for Filth, rides his broom back to All Things Cozy to play fortune telling games and discuss horrific halloween history. Happy Halloween!

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60 - Being Alive is Huge: An Interview with Traci Hall

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2019/10/13

Traci Hall (@tracihallauthor) calls in from the beyond to discuss Mrs. Morris and the Ghost, the first novel in the Salem B&B Mystery series she writes with Patrice Wilton under the pen name Traci Wilton. Traci reveals how she and Patrice explored Salem, set the rules for the supernatural in their books, and negotiate potential disagreements. Gillian chows down on some pumpkin ravioli, Matt plays a horrible goose, Traci gets warm by the electrice fireplace, and everyone agrees that if you're going

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59 - The ABCs of Candle Making: An Interview with...

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2019/09/29

Christin Brecher (@christinbrecherbooks) calls in to discuss her debut novel, Murder's No Votive Confidence, and share what she's learned about candle making, Nantucket, and how to stay inspired while writing. Gillian is the class clown of candle making, Christin loves her weighted blanket, Matt has a close encounter with a bear, and everyone wants a candle clock. Learn more about Christin's writing on her website: http://christinbrecher.com

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58 - Cats Sell Books: An Interview with T.C. LoTempio

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2019/09/15

T.C. LoTempio (@RoccoBlogger) calls in to discuss the first entry in her Purr N' Bark Pet Shop mystery series, The Time for Murder is Meow. We chat with Toni about the joys and challenges of making cats central characters in mystery novels, the influence of horror on her writing, and how a one-eyed Persian cat entered the picture. Matt watches Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, Toni watches The Thin Man, and Gillian escapes upstate New York. Learn more about T.C. LoTempio's writing on her website:

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57 - Matt and Gillian Make a Candle

All Things Cozy ·

2019/09/01

Matt and Gillian make the leap from candle reviewers to candle makers. Matt gets stabbed by a cooking thermometer, Gillian adds a little bit of herself to the candle, and both have unrealistic expecations for candle cooling.

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56 - The Krakens are in Love: An Interview with BJ...

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2019/08/18

Audiobook narrator BJ Harrison (@bjharrisonaudio) soothes Matt and Gillian with his euphonious voice as he describes his experiences narrating paranormal cozy mysteries, his Classic Tales Podcast, and how he makes his home studio cozy. The trio also chat about Gillian's love for plot holes, Matt chasing down a Halloween decoration, and BJ's professional responsiblity to avoid cheese. Finally, in addition to reviewing a candle from LA's Candle Delirium, we also finally learn what Gillian's Makers

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55 - Comfort Food or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying...

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2019/08/04

Gillian and Matt comfort themselves with food suggested by listeners. Gillian passes around hot potatoes, Matt puts eggs in a basket, and both call their moms for cooking advice. Join our Patreon and become a Cozy Commando! www.patreon.com/allthingscozy

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54 - Crying on Shakespeare's First Folio: An...

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2019/07/21

Jennie K. Brown (@jenniekaywrites) calls in to discuss Prose & Poison, the first entry in the Cafe Prose Mystery Series she writes as Jemma Bard. Jennie shares her love for Shakespeare, walks Matt and Gillian through the self-publishing process, and describes how she made the leap from teaching to writing full-time. Jennie likes to watch the Agatha Raisin TV show, Gillian likes to watch TV alone, and Matt likes to watch bats fly out of a cave. Check out our brand-new Patreon at

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53 - Cozy Gets Real

All Things Cozy ·

2019/07/07

Matt and Gillian hide out at the Hatchery to chat about cozy reality television. Gillian seeks justice for Jessica Simpson, Matt wants to live on the Roloff farm, and both can't imagine what Newlyweds would have looked like if the producers got their first choice: Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley.

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52 - Murder and Noodles: An Inverview with Vivien Chien

All Things Cozy ·

2019/06/23

Vivien Chien (@vivien_chien) calls in to discuss her Noodle Shop Mystery series, bringing the voice of a mixed-race character to the cozy mystery genre, and the coziness of Cleveland. Gillian munches on mozzarella sticks, Matt sees an unauthorized musical, and Vivien shares her latest gaming obsession. Learn more about Vivien's writing and her latest novel, Murder Lo Mein, on her website: www.vivienchien.com.

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51 - I Can't Believe It's Not Cozy

All Things Cozy ·

2019/06/09

With the help of their listeners, Matt and Gillian find coziness in topics like air travel, grocery shopping, and The Sopranos. Gillian busts out her Long Island accent, Matt dreams of an All Things Cozy hologram tour, and both are incredibly grateful to Kate Littleton for providing a candle for this episode that is truly an All Things Cozy milestone. Thank you, Kate!

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50 - Contracts Are Another Form of Fiction: An...

All Things Cozy ·

2019/05/26

Linda O. Johnston (@lindaojohnston) stops by to talk about her Barkery & Biscuits Mysteries, how she names the pets in her series, and how writing paranormal romance novels also informs her mystery writing. Linda shares her love for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Gillian takes a lovely tip to Vancouver, and Matt won't shut up about the Impossible Burger. Big thanks to Norma G for providing the candle for this week's episode! You can learn more about Linda O. Johnston's writing and her latest novel,

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49 - Cozy on Vacation (w/ Robert Balkovich)

All Things Cozy ·

2019/05/12

Robert Balkovich (@robertbalkovich), Matt, and Gillian gather 'round a fireplace on Bainbridge Island, Washington, to share cozy vacation tips. While double-fisting coffee and rosé, Gillian confesss she needs to go to cutting school, Matt declares his love for small zoos, and Robert doesn't write for Lonely Island.

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48 - A New England of the Mind: An Interview with...

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2019/04/28

Barbara Ross (@BarbRoss) calls in to chat about the latest installment in her Maine Clambake mystery series, Steamed Open, the importance of blogs in the cozy mystery world, and her approach to writing short mysteries. Also, Gillian loves to sit and eat, Matt visits a cat cafe, and Barbara soaks up the sun in Key West. Visit https://maineclambakemysteries.com to learn more about Barbara's writing and to subscribe to her newsletter. Pre-order Barbara's Barnes & Noble Exclusive, Jane Darrowfield,

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47 - Cozy A to Z

All Things Cozy ·

2019/04/14

From apple pie to Zelda, All Things Cozy listeners write in with an alphabet of cozy topics for Matt and Gillian to discuss. Gillian gets invited to events for dentists, Matt's great grandma pulls a Brooklyn, and both are crazy about the new Dido album. Thanks to everyone who submitted a cozy topic and Jon Pernisek for the candle!

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46 - Very Charming and Delightful Body Parts: An...

All Things Cozy ·

2019/03/31

Rhys Bowen (@RhysBowen) calls in to discuss her Royal Spyness series, pen names, and respect for cozy mysteries. Despite the technical issues with this recording, Rhys' insights on researching and writing mysteries make it well worth the listen. Visit rhysbowen.com to learn about the many other wonderful series Rhys writes and to subscribe to her newsletter.

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45 - Book Clubs & Bookstagram (w/ Greg Peterson)

All Things Cozy ·

2019/03/17

Greg Peterson (@gregorysven) of Browns Book Club (@brownsbookclub) gives Matt and Gillian tips for starting and maintaining a successful book club. Matt and Gillian love office parks, Greg and Gillian smash rocks, and everyone aspires to be the kind of person who remembers to pack a travel candle.

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44 - In Louisiana, We Only Follow the Rules We Like -...

All Things Cozy ·

2019/03/03

Ellen Byron (@EllenByronLA), author of the Cajun Country Mystery series, stops by to discuss the craft of mystery writing. Ellen explores how writing for television influences her mysteries, teaches Matt and Gillian the difference between pantsers and plotters, and reveals that Stormy Daniels is the perfect casting for one of her characters. Visit ellenbyron.com to learn more about her latest work and subscribe to her newsletter.

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