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Girls Gone Hallmark

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Welcome to Girls Gone Hallmark, your new favorite Hallmark movie review podcast! Join your hosts Megan and Wendy as they dive into the world of feel-good films and share their thoughts and opinions on the latest releases. From cheesy romances to heartwarming stories, these two besties have got you covered. So grab some popcorn and get ready to laugh, cry, and swoon as Megan and Wendy take you on a journey through the wonderful world of Hallmark movies. Tune in every week for a new episode filled

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25:29

Pie To Die For - A Hannah Swensen Mystery

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/06/27

We're slicing into Pie to Die For: A Hannah Swensen Mystery, the latest serving from Hallmark's long-running whodunit franchise. In this cozy caper, a local murder threatens more than just dessert - Hannah's mother Delores is suddenly in the hot seat when her theater rival turns up dead. Now it's up to Hannah to clear her mother’s name and, in true small-town fashion, solve the case between baking pies and falling for Chad. But let’s be honest - the real mystery here is why this murder-filled movie

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25:26

Mystery 101 Dead Talk

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/06/26

Class is in session at Girls Gone Hallmark, and this week we’re cracking open Mystery 101: Dead Talk, starring Kristoffer Polaha and Jill Wagner. Amy heads to Seattle to deliver a TEDTalk-style lecture, but when a tech genius drops dead, she quickly shifts from professor to detective. With the local cops keeping her at arm’s length, Detective Travis Burke jumps in to help connect the clues - and the sparks between them are getting harder to ignore. As part of our Summer School series, we’re giving

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22:00

Listener Mailbag June 2025

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/06/25

We're back with another Listener Mailbag, and June did not disappoint! You came in hot with all the topics: the (nonexistent?) Pride Month programming on Hallmark, the actual origin story behind those Barcelona movies (yes, there’s a story), and a full-on rant about how to say paczki - because apparently, Kristoffer Polaha was doing it wrong. Plus, spicy feedback on our Sue Thomas: F.B. Eye review and a deep dive into Park Predators that left us both intrigued and slightly terrified. Let’s get into

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34:03

Villa Amore

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/06/24

Hallmark Channel’s Passport to Love getaway continues with a swoon-worthy stop in Italy! Villa Amore premieres on June 21st, bringing romance and renovation. When Liara travels to Italy and spontaneously buys the villa where her parents once fell in love, she quickly realizes she’s in over her head. Enter the charming lawyer-turned-handyman ready to help bring her dream back to life. Starring Kevin McGarry and Eloise Mumford, this sun-drenched romance is going to be amore at first sight!

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30:37

Hallmark Headlines June 2025

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/06/18

Your new favorite source for all things Hallmark has officially docked! Welcome to Hallmark Headlines - where the glitter is real, the takes are hot, and the news comes faster than a small-town couple falling in love before the tree lighting. In this recurring segment, Megan and Wendy step into their imaginary anchor chairs - less Nightly News, more kitchen-table-meets-holiday-sideline-reporting - to bring you the biggest stories from across the Hallmark universe. This week’s coverage includes a

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22:53

Mystery 101: Playing Dead

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/06/12

Class is officially back in session, and today's curriculum? Mystery 101: Playing Dead - the second thrilling chapter in the Mystery 101 saga, starring Hallmark legends Kristoffer Polaha and Jill Wagner. As part of Girls Gone Hallmark Summer School, we’re cracking open the casebook and analyzing every twist, every suspect, and every charged glance between Amy and Travis. Course Summary: When college professor Amy (Jill Wagner) turns her attention to the campus theater department, things take a dark

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22:01

First Impression- Sue Thomas F.B.Eye

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/05/28

In this final installment of our “First Impression” series for May, we’re diving into the pilot episode of Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye - and what a way to wrap things up! We’ve had such a blast with this First Impression run and can’t wait to bring you more of these in the future. But let’s talk about the real twist: Wendy’s accidental slip of the tongue might have revealed more than she meant to… is she back to being a Hallmark Hater? Listen in as we unpack this early 2000s crime drama, complete with

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35:05

Listener Mailbag - May #2

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/05/23

We're back with another jam-packed Listener Mailbag! Thanks to you - our incredible listeners, emailers, and voicemail-leavers. This episode is bursting at the seams with your amazing messages, including a nostalgic dive into Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, yet another passionate plea for us to cover Never Kiss a Man in a Christmas Sweater, and a surprising amount of Jesse Metcalfe content (we see you, fans). Plus, the Chesapeake Shores emails came in waves - and yes, someone even begged us to review the

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31:09

Hearts Around the Table- Josh's Third Serving

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/05/22

Next up on Hallmark Channel is Hearts Around the Table: Josh’s Third Serving, the third installment in the beloved movie collection starring Jake Epstein and Stephanie Bennett. In this heartwarming chapter, teachers Josh and Ella face a difficult challenge when funding is cut for their after-school programs. Determined to keep their programs alive, they launch a series of fundraising efforts and ultimately team up in search of a larger donation. As their mission grows, so does their connection -

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23:33

First Impression- Carter

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/05/21

Welcome back to First Impression, our brand-new Girls Gone Hallmark series where we’re revisiting pilot episodes - sometimes Hallmark, sometimes just Hallmark-adjacent - and giving you our hot takes. This week, Megan and Wendy dive into Carter, the Canadian mystery-comedy starring Jerry O’Connell. From cast chemistry and quirky clues to whether this lighthearted procedural passes the all-important Hallmark Test, here’s our First Impression: Carter.

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32:27

Love on the Danube: Love Song

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/05/20

Megan and Wendy are setting sail on a review of Love on the Danube: Love Song, originally streaming exclusively on Hallmark+, but now premiering on Hallmark Channel. They weren’t exactly charting a course for this movie or the rest of the collection, but hold onto your life vests—things have taken a turn! Find out how this flick won them over and why they’re singing a different tune. Hop aboard and join the fun as they share their favorite moments and why this river romance might just make waves in

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26:38

The Chicken Sisters Episode 5 (Encore)

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/04/28

It’s time for another Girls Gone Hallmark Hallmark+ review! This week, Megan and Wendy are diving into the latest episode of The Chicken Sisters! With Mae carrying the entire town of Merinac on her back, is Hallmark ready to address these heavy subject matters? Are fans ready to wing it through this emotional journey, or will they feel a little clucked about the darker themes? Tune in to find out!

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30:24

Hallmark Headlines #1

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/04/23

This just in: the Hallmark news you didn’t know you needed - until now. Welcome to Hallmark Headlines! In this brand new recurring series, Megan and Wendy channel their inner newsroom anchors (minus the teleprompters and with way more tangents) to bring you the latest Hallmark Media updates. From casting scoops to cruise gossip to which Hallmark hunk is growing a beard again, we’re breaking it all down—with a healthy dose of speculation, sarcasm, and seasonal cheer. Think of it as your cozy,

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24:25

Pearl in Paradise

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/04/22

Today on Girls Gone Hallmark, we’re heading to Fiji (well, metaphorically) with 2018’s Pearl in Paradise, starring Jill Wagner and Kristoffer Polaha. In this tropical adventure, Alex is chasing a shot at becoming Creative Director of her travel magazine - if she can land the elusive photo of a legendary blue pearl. Meanwhile, bestselling author Colin is hoping his contribution to the magazine will save his dwindling book sales. What starts as a professional partnership turns into a treasure hunt

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28:39

The Chicken Sisters Episode 4 (Encore)

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/04/21

It’s time for another Girls Gone Hallmark HALLMARK+ review, and Megan and Wendy are diving into the fourth episode of The Chicken Sisters! This time, they both agree the episode brings some much-needed redemption compared to the last two. They also highlight the clever one-liners sprinkled throughout, thanks to a talented writer on the series. And, of course, they take a moment to vent about the ongoing technical glitches with Hallmark+.

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22:22

Her Pen Pal

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/04/17

On the latest episode of Girls Gone Hallmark, we packed our imaginary suitcases and headed to the City of Light for a dreamy rewatch of Her Pen Pal. This sparkling Hallmark gem follows event planner Victoria - played with charm by Mallory Jansen - who travels to Paris to orchestrate her best friend’s fairytale wedding, only to be blindsided when her ex RSVP’s with a new flame. Enter Joshua Sasse as her dashing French childhood pen pal, and suddenly, romance is back on the itinerary. Set against a

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34:24

Chicken Sisters E3 ENCORE

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/04/16

It’s time for another Girls Gone Hallmark review, and Megan and Wendy are serving up their thoughts on the third episode of The Chicken Sisters! Grab a drumstick and dig in as they dish on whether Hallmark might be flying a little too close to the sun this season. Listen in as they chew over Amanda’s choices, and don’t miss their hot take on Frank Jr. This episode is as juicy as a southern fried Sunday!

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30:12

Dating the Delaneys

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/04/15

Girls Gone Hallmark is dedicating this month to revisiting fan-favorite movies chosen by our loyal listeners. Today, we're excited to spotlight Dating the Delaneys, a fall-themed film featuring Paul Campbell and Rachel Boston. In this heartwarming movie, three generations of Delaney women navigate the ups and downs of modern dating, proving that love and romance can bloom at any age - and sometimes where you least expect it. Be sure to tune in to our episode for the full review!

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27:21

Listener Mailbag #2.

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/04/11

Thanks to our favorite people, our listeners, we're back with another mailbag episode! We’re talking about the anticipation for Hallmark’s upcoming Christmas football movie, an engaging exploration that raises more questions than answers. Heck, we even speculate on which sports the Hallmark universe should tackle next. Baseball, anyone? Plus, comments on the Hearts Around the Table collection and some listener favorite feedback.Find full episode show notes here:

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00:30:17

Rip in Time

Girls Gone Hallmark ·

2025/04/10

We know how much our listeners love a house divided and we're getting it with this review of Rip in Time. This often mentioned movie was a highly requested addition to our Fan Favorite lineup of movies this month. One of us loved it, the other had some...concerns. Listen in as we talk brain bending time travel, who the meanest character in this movie is, and perhaps the first ever use of the phrase "baby daddy" on Hallmark!Click here to read our full episode show notes

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