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Hallmark Mysteries & More

Eric Rutin & Andrea Claassen

The podcast Sleuthers can’t stop talking about.If you love Hallmark’s cozy whodunnits, sharp sleuths, and slow-burn romances, you’ve found your new favorite podcast. Hallmark Mysteries and More is the only podcast dedicated entirely to Hallmark’s beloved mystery movies and series, including fan-favorites like Mystery 101, Aurora Teagarden, Curious Caterer, The Cases of Mystery Lane, Signed, Sealed, Delivered, and beyond.Hosted by real-life mystery buffs Andrea Claasaen and Eric Rutin, each episode

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18:52

A Royal Setting Review

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2026/04/02

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Eric and Andrea review A Royal Setting starring Jen Lilley and Dan Jeannotte, and this one didn't land. Despite two charming leads and an entertaining supporting cast, A Royal Setting checks every single royal movie box without bringing anything new to the table. Fake country, questionable accent, overbearing royal assistant, commoner gets sent away, commoner comes back. You've seen it before. You'll see it again. The high...

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39:03

Two for Tee and Hope Valley 1974 Episode One Reviews

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2026/03/26

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode, we’re breaking down the latest from the Spring Into Love lineup and diving into a brand-new period drama! We start with an honest review of "Two for Tee," starring Janel Parrish and Chris McNally. We discuss the "save the community center" trope, the surprisingly mature and realistic dialogue, and whether the lead pairing delivered the chemistry we were looking for. Then, we head to the frontier for the se...

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58:36

A Candid Conversation with Jen Lilley

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2026/03/24

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this exclusive interview, beloved actress Jen Lilley (Days of Our Lives, General Hospital) sits down to discuss her incredible journey from soap opera veteran to Hallmark Channel royalty. Jen pulls back the curtain on the high-stakes world of daytime television, revealing the intense pressure of memorizing 40 pages of dialogue a day and the brutal reality of being "recast" without warning. She also addresses the elephan...

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32:25

Nelly Knows Mysteries: All Manners of Murder Review

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2026/03/19

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. Is there any Hallmark pairing more iconic than Pascale Hutton and Kavan Smith? From their beloved roles as Rosemary and Lee in When Calls the Heart to their many standalone rom-coms and mysteries, we are diving deep into their entire filmography. In this episode, we review their most famous collaborations, discussing why their "oil and water" chemistry works so well and which movies are must-watches (and which ones you mig...

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20:47

Sugar and Vice: A Hannah Swensen Mystery Review

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2026/03/12

We would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts or suggestions. In this episode of the Hallmark Mysteries and More podcast, hosts Art and Andrea take a deep dive into the latest Hannah Swensen Mystery: Sugar and Spice. While the duo loves a good costume party and a "closed-room" murder mystery, this installment left them craving more substance and a lot less predictability. We break down everything from the extravagant costumes (shoutout to the mermaid look!) to the disappointing lack ...

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23:32

Star Gazing vs. Farm Chores: We Rank This Week’s...

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2026/03/05

Send a text Are you wondering if Stars Between Us or Romance at Hope Ranch should be on your weekend watchlist? Eric and Andrea dive deep into these two Hallmark features to see if they deliver the "Happily Ever After" we crave—or if they’re just plain "Meh." In this episode of Hallmark, Mysteries, and More, we get honest about the lack of chemistry in Stars Between Us, despite the stunning celestial backdrop. Then, we head over to New Mexico for Romance at Hope Ranch, where we discuss the od...

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34:57

Aurora Teagarden: Haunted by Murder Review

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2026/02/26

Send a text In this episode, we dive deep into the 2022 Hallmark classic, Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: Haunted by Murder. As the final film featuring Candace Cameron Bure in the titular role, we explore whether this "spooky" installment lived up to the hype or leaned a little too far into Scooby-Doo territory. We break down the intricate plot involving a cold case from Aurora and Sally’s teenage years, the return of the Real Murders Club, and the eerie atmosphere of the Lawrence house. Plus, w...

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35:41

The Way to You and Because of Cupid Rec]view

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2026/02/19

Send a text Is February 2026 the best month in Hallmark history? In today’s episode of The Way to You Podcast, Eric and Andrea dive deep into two of the biggest releases of the month: the New York City subway romance "The Way to You" and the mystical mixology of "Because of Cupid." We break down why one of these films earned a rare 5-star rating and is already being called a "Hallmark Hall of Fame" contender, while the other left us wanting more "zany" energy despite its magical premise. Whet...

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32:18

Aurora Teagarden: The Julius House Review

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2026/02/12

Send a text Is The Julius House truly the peak of the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries, or are we just blinded by nostalgia? In today’s episode, Andrea and Eric dive deep into the fourth installment of the iconic Hallmark series. We’re breaking down everything from the "shady" backgrounds in our own studios to the questionable acting choices of Candace Cameron Bure. We discuss the 12-year (or was it 4-year?) time jump, the baffling common sense of the villains, and why the Real Murders Club continu...

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33:04

Rescued by Love and Missing the Boat Reviews

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2026/02/05

Send us a text Andrea and Eric are back to break down the final waves of the Hallmark Channel Winter Escapes programming event! In this episode, we dive deep into the hit Missing the Boat, starring Kristoffer Polaha and Emilie Ullerup. Was the chemistry as electric as we hoped, or did this Italian cruise romance sink in the Aegean? We also discuss the surprise "mystery" rom-com Rescued by Love starring Rachael Leigh Cook and Luke Macfarlane. We also rank the entire January slate, discuss the ...

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79:47

Kristoffer Polaha Dishes on Missing the Boat, His...

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2026/01/30

Send us a text In this conversation, the "King of Hallmark" himself, Christopher Polaha, sits down to discuss his expansive career, his artistic philosophy, and the future of the fan-favorite series, Mystery 101. Chris dives deep into his approach to acting, explaining why he treats every Hallmark script with the same intensity as a Martin Scorsese film. He shares the "secret sauce" behind his on-screen chemistry with co-stars like Jill Wagner and Amelia Dell, and provides a rare look into hi...

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25:41

A Melbourne Match and Love on the Amazon

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2026/01/22

Send us a text Are you suffering from the winter blues? We certainly are. In this episode, Eric and Andrea sit down to escape reality and review two very different international Hallmark adventures: A Melbourne Match and Love on the Amazon. We start by discussing the current state of streaming, including rumors about Hallmark+ removing classic mystery shows and how hard it is to keep up with the changing platforms. Then, we dive into the reviews: ✈️ A Melbourne Match: We absolutely loved the ...

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10:49

Love in Paradise Review

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2026/01/12

Send us a text Hallmark January movies are usually where joy goes to die, but Lost in Paradise just changed the game. Hallmark stranded Lacey Chabert and Ian Harding on a tropical island in Fiji, and somehow, it resulted in the best banter I’ve heard in years! In this review, we’re breaking down why this is Hallmark’s perfect apology for years of disappointing January releases (looking at you, Love on the Right Course). We discuss the undeniable chemistry between Lacey and Ian, the...

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30:19

Our Top 5 2025 Holiday Movies

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2026/01/01

Send us a text The 2025 Hallmark Christmas season is officially a wrap! With a unique slate of just 24 movies, we are breaking down the good, the bad, and the surprisingly emotional moments of the season. In this episode, Andrea and I reveal our Top 5 Hallmark Christmas Movies of 2025. We debate the "middle of the road" fatigue that plagued this year, call out the biggest flops (sorry, Christmas on Duty), and share the hidden gems that surprised us both. We also dive into the controversy of o...

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29:01

The Final Week: A Make or Break Holiday, The...

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2025/12/25

Send us a text Did the final week of "Countdown to Christmas" make or break the season? 🎄 We are wrapping up the Hallmark holiday season by reviewing the final slate of new movies! In this episode, we dive deep into "A Make or Break Holiday" starring Hunter King and Evan Roderick. Was the "fake dating" (or fake breakup?) trope a winner, or did the family fighting get too intense? Eric thinks this might be a top-tier movie for the year, while Andrea is a bit more skeptical. We also break down

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31:20

A Suite Holiday Romance, Oy to the World and 12 Dates...

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2025/12/18

Send us a text Is December finally delivering the hits we've been waiting for? 🎄 This week, Eric and Andrea break down the big finale of Finding Mr. Christmas (did the right guy win?), give their final verdict on the 12 Dates till Christmas series, and debate two very different new movies: A Sweet Holiday Romance and Oid to the World. Plus, we discuss the controversial ending of The Christmas Baby (Eric has thoughts), share some surprising throwback recommendations, and reveal which 2024

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45:46

Director Eva Tavares on Her Groundbreaking Debut "The...

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2025/12/16

Send us a text From Phantom of the Opera to the Hallmark Channel, Eva Tavares is making her mark! 🎬 In this exclusive interview, we sit down with the director of the year's final (and perhaps most talked-about) holiday movie, The Christmas Baby. Eva opens up about her incredible journey from opera singer and dancer to shadowing industry veterans through the "Make Her Mark" program. We dive deep into the making of The Christmas Baby, discussing the challenges of directing a 4-month-old on

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36:26

How Good Was Hallmark's First Week of December? We...

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2025/12/11

Send us a text We finally found a masterpiece with 12 Dates Till Christmas, but the rest of the week had us divided! 🎄 This week, Eric and Andrea review the latest holiday lineup, and while we both fell in love with the charm of 12 Dates, we couldn't be further apart on the others. Eric defends the quirks of She's Making a List (giving it a solid 4.5), while Andrea found it disjointed. Meanwhile, Andrea raves about Single on the 25th, but Eric thinks it dragged. We also dive into the latest

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45:36

Lauren Cochrane - Life of a Hallmark Character Actor

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2025/12/10

Send us a text What is it really like to be a "Character Actor" in the massive Hallmark movie universe? In this episode, we sit down with the hilarious and talented Lauren Cochrane (The Christmas Club, A Family Thanksgiving) to pull back the curtain on the life of a working actor. From a hilarious acupuncture mishap to sharing the screen with legends like Faye Dunaway, Lauren holds nothing back. We discuss why Winnipeg has quietly become the "Hollywood of the North," the brutal reality of Zoo...

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23:28

Why Jessy Schram Loves Hallmark Movies (Plus Scoop on...

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2025/12/09

Send us a text I’m sitting down with the delightful Jessy Schram (Chicago Med, Falling Skies) to talk about her incredible career, from her early days starring in the Jane Doe mystery series to becoming a Hallmark Channel favorite! 🎄✨ In this interview, Jessy dishes on her brand new movie, "A Suite Holiday Romance" (also known as Sweet Romance), and what it was like working with co-star Dominic Sherwood. We talk about that stunning sequin dress, the "Pretty Woman" moment on set, and how she

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