Episodes
Robert Balkvoich (@robertbalkovich) joins Matt and Gillian to explore the vineyards of Paso Robles and share wine tasting tips. Wineries We Visited Eberle Allegretto Broken Earth Soothing Sounds “Ghost” by Lydia Loveless “Belleville” by Laurel Halo "Darenimo Iwanai" by Hikru Utada Candle Review Glassed Over’s Juniper and Sage Support the show by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook and Instagram.  
Published 10/08/23
Gillian and Matt catch all that’s cozy about America’s pastime: baseball. Cozy in the News 24th Rolling Stone Studio Album  The Pumpkin Spice Suite Soothing Sounds “Maps” cover by The Righteous Babes “Sunshine” by Briston Maroney Candle Review 7th Inning Stretch by Dio Candle Company Support the show by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook and Instagram
Published 09/24/23
Matt and Gillian cook up an autumn-themed four-course meal. Cozy in the News Cozy cardio Frasier teaser Four-Course Fall Recipes Soup: One Pot Vegetable Noodle Soup Salad: Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Cider Vinaigrette (video) Main:  Sweet Potato Whipped Feta Dip with Crostini Cauliflower Steak Dessert: Pumpkin Apple Cake Soothing Sounds Kisses by Slowdive From the Start by Laufey Candle Review Brown Sugar Bǎobèi by Soul Food Candle Company Support the show by...
Published 09/10/23
Before Gillian and Matt check out for the summer they're checking in to a luxury hotel to discuss the cozy amenities they enjoy most. Cozy in the News  Little Penguins, Big Dogs Ayaan’s Morning Routine Soothing Sounds Gia Margaret’s “Cicadas” Arlo Parks (feat. Phoebe Bridgers) “Pegasus" Candle Review Figwood Orchard by Cantrip Candle Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook and Instagram.
Published 06/11/23
Counselor & author Delphi Ellis (@DelphiEllis) joins Matt and Gillian to share tips for a cozier night's sleep and discuss how dreams can help us heal. To learn more, check out Delphi's book Answers in the Dark on the subject of grief, sleep, and dreams as well as her service Helping You Sparkle. Soothing Sounds Jack River “Lie in the Sun H.E.R. “The Journey” Candle Review The New Savant “DreamGirl”  Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook and...
Published 05/28/23
Matt's Mom shares her favorite memories raising Matt and what she learned about motherhood from her own mom. Happy Mother's Day from All Things Cozy!  The Persian cat who says "mom" Soothing Sounds  “Hold Tight” by Girl Ray   Holiday House by Beach House Candle Review Fortnum’s Countess Grey Tea Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook and Instagram.  
Published 05/14/23
Matt and Gillian walk down the movie theater aisle for a Father of the Bride-athon! They discuss the original 1950 film, its sequel, Father's Little Dividend, the '90s remakes, and even the 2022 version. Which iteration will have them saying, "I do"?  Cozy in the News Frog Shoes Bunnies Help Rescue Kitten Soothing Sounds “Mercedes” by Sarah Klan “Dirt Diamond” by Generationals Candle Review “Mr. & Mrs”. Candle by Soy and Sass Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon...
Published 04/30/23
Gillian and Matt highlight some of the coziest museums and exhibits to visit this spring. Cozy in the News Xo, Kitty My Neighbor Totoro Stage Play Cozy Museum Exhibits  Matt's Picks Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend New York Hall of Science’s “The Happiness Experiment” Seattle Museum of Pop Culture's Fantasy Worlds of Myth and Magic  Museum of Jurassic Technology Virtual: Gateway to Pride: The Untold Story of Saint Louis’ LGBTQIA+ Communities Gillian's Picks EJ Hill’s “Brake Run...
Published 04/16/23
Matt and Gillian spring clean their spirit by aligning their chakras with color therapy, crystal healing, and sound baths. Cozy in the News Conversation Coves  Enoteca Maria’s Nonna Calendar Color Therapy Course Crystal Healing Course Spring Cleaning the Soul Sound Bath by Healing Vibrations Soothing Sounds “Rooftops” by Hatchie  "Suburbia" by NoSo  Candle Review Rainbow Meditation and Intention Candle with Chakra Stones by Spirit & Light Support the show by joining our...
Published 03/26/23
Gillian and Matt sift through the streams to share St. Patrick’s Day TV episodes that are better than a pot of gold. They also follow the rainbow to St. Patrick’s Day recipes for a taste o’ the Irish. Cozy in the News Pamela Anderson on “Cribs” Cardboard doll furniture St. Patrick's Day TV Episodes Discussed Charmed - “Lucky Charmed”  Beverly Hills 90210 - "The Leprechaun"' Bewitched - “The Leprechaun” Sabrina the Teenage Witch - "Salem, the Boy" 30 Rock’s - "St. Patrick’s Day”  St....
Published 03/12/23
Matt and Gillian dig through the snow to find a new appreciation for the last icy breaths of winter, sharing tips for turning winter gloom into winter wonderment. Cozy in the News Vermont Man’s Book Becomes Bestseller 10 Years After Release Gillian's Distantly-Related Jane Doe Identified Tips for Defeating Winter Gloom Blanc video game Nano Tape Bubble Winter Tonic Cordial Recipe Winter Movies Happy People: A Year in the Taiga Winter’s Watch Hot Chocolate Recipes Unicorn Hot...
Published 02/26/23
Leah Koch (@TheRippedBodice) walks Matt and Gillian through the steamy world of romance novels and shares how her passion for the genre blossomed into opening a romance-focused bookstore, The Ripped Bodice, with her sister, Bea. What's Making Us Feel Cozy Matt: What’s My Line with Eleanor Roosevelt  Leah: Chicken, Leek, and Rice Soup from Smitten Kitchen  Gillian: The Traitors Leah’s Book Recs Something Wild and Wonderful by Anita Kelly Lucky Red by Claudia Cravens The Benevolent...
Published 02/12/23
Gillian and Matt analyze cozy trends of the past and use their powers of prognostication to predict the coziness to come in 2023. They also share which upcoming movies, books, TV shows, and music they're looking forward to most in 2023. Cozy in the News Sir Candle Man Winter 2023 Picks The Year of the Rabbit Matt's "Most Anticipated" in 2023 Movie: Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Theives  Honorable mention: Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret TV Show: Poker Face Music: Caroline...
Published 01/29/23
Matt and Gillian celebrate 2022's coziest news stories, books, movies, TV shows, songs, and listener community contributions. Happy New Year! Help us start 2023 strong by joining our Patreon at www.patreon.com/allthingscozy! Cozy in the News Giant Cat Calendar Frontier Airlines Cat Adoption Soothing Sounds "Corner of my Eye" by The Lemon Twigs "Breathe" by The Album Leaf Candle Review A Cheerful Giver’s “Coffee Crumb Cake”
Published 01/15/23
Jolly elves, film critics, and hosts of the Linoleum Knife podcast (@linoleumcast) Alonso Duralde (@ADuralde) and Dave White (@dlelandwhite) return to deck the halls (and kitchens) with delicious Christmas treats. Recipes: Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake Chocolate-Dipped Pistachio-Cardamom Shortbread Apricot Linzer Cookies & Candied Chestnut Pecan Cake New Christmas Movie Recs: A Christmas Story Christmas Violent Night Spirited Falling for Christmas Candle Review: Parade of...
Published 12/18/22
Gillian's mom, Lisa, shares fond memories of taking Gillian to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and its famous Rockettes. She also gives her unfiltered thoughts on the show's evolution, including its latest co-stars: fairy drones. Happy Family Pregnant Midge & Baby Soothing Sounds: Line of Sight by Plains We Should Be Together by Rosie Thomas ft. Sufjan Stevens Candle Review Project 62’s Tea Tree and Spearmint Candle Support the show by joining our Patreon and following...
Published 12/04/22
Gillian and Matt share the fourth edition of their cozy holiday gift guide!  Gillian's Cozy Gift Ideas: Create Your Own Reel Viewer  A Cloud a Day This Is My Bookstore: 100 Postcards of Beautiful Shops around the World Autumn-themed snow globes: Halloween Pals, Autumn Leaves (& without dogs) Monin Mini Holiday Cheer Collection Syrups 5 Pack  Matt's Cozy Gift Ideas: Topo Backpack  Winter Chapstick Stocking Stuffer  Electric candle lighter  Scattered Showers by Rainbow...
Published 11/20/22
Brian Earl (@XmasPastPodcast), host of the podcast Christmas Past, calls in to chat about his new book: Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday’s Traditions. From sugarplums to poinsettias, Brian catalogs the sometimes strange and alway intriguing history behind Christmas traditions. Soothing Sounds “Snow on the Beach” by Taylor Swift & Lana Del Rey “Sunset” by Caroline Polachek Candle Review Cozy Season by Sweet Water Decor Support the show by...
Published 11/06/22
Avant-Garde Intuitive Consultant Mia Simone (@MiaSimoneIC) discusses her practice as an intuitive reader and helps Gillian and Matt tap into their intuition. To learn more about Mia and connect, visit her website presciencelife.com. Soothing Sounds: “Satellite” by Marie Andrews "Lovebomb" by Yeah Yeah Yeahs Candle Review “Psychic Sunshine” by Rachel Beyer Support the show by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook and Instagram
Published 10/23/22
Gillian and Matt gather 'round the cauldron to discuss Hocus Pocus 2, share bewitching cocktail recipes, and reveal which fictional spellcasters they'd choose to join their cozy coven. Cozy in the News Teen Witch Wedding Dance McDonald's Halloween Buckets Bewitching Brews Witches Potion Margarita Witches Brew Gin Rickey Soothing Sounds: "Witches' Song" by Marianne Faithful "My Girlfriend is a Witch" by October Country Candle Review: Brew Potion by Goose Creek
Published 10/09/22
Matt and Gillian crunch the leaves and the numbers to see how cheaply they can decorate their homes for fall. Matt gets fixated on a pumpkin table runner, Gillian debuts her Sting impersonation, and both are shocked to discover that T.J. Maxx and Marshalls were the same store all along. Cozy in the News The Brinklow Scarecrow Festival A Pumpkin Boat Named Berta Soothing Sounds: "Friday Night" by Beth Orton “I Like You (A Happier Song)” by Post Malone ft. Doja Cat Candle Review:...
Published 09/25/22
Gillian and Matt go back to school by reminiscing about how they stayed cozy as kids and sharing their learning from a knife skills class they took together at Sur La Table. Cozy in the News Secret to a Great Marriage Stray A Complete History of Gelly Roll Pens Soothing Sounds "90 in November" by Why Bonnie "COZY" by Beyonce Candle Review No. 2 Pencil by Stinky Candle Company Support the show by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook and Instagram
Published 09/11/22
Leslie Meier, author of the bestselling Lucy Stone Mysteries, calls in to discuss her celebrated series and its latest installment, Easter Bonnet Murder. Leslie shares her writing process and reveals who she would choose to play Lucy Stone in a movie. Keep up with Leslie's writing by visiting her website and Facebook page. Soothing Sounds “Western Wind,” Carly Rae Jepsen "Fly On" by Karen Elson Candle Review elizabethW's Dandelion Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and...
Published 06/05/22
Matt and Gillian select items that will make your summer spectacularly cozy. Cozy in the News Keanu Reeves Covers Teddy Bear Convention Father of the Bride Trailer Summer Gift Guide Matt's Picks Personalized Bluetooth Speakers Hammock Hello Molly! by Molly Shannon Sea Otter & Various Inflatable Drink Holders Ovalware Cold Brew Maker Gillian's Picks How Do I Un-remember This: Unfortunately True Stories by Danny Pellegrino  Camp Craft Cocktails “Spring and Summer” bundle ...
Published 05/22/22
All Things Cozy listeners suggest cozy activities for Matt & Gillian to try and discuss, from diamond painting to the hokey pokey. Cozy in the News: Belated Birthday Cake / Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers Trailer Soothing Sounds: “Personal Message” by Melody’s Echo Chamber / “Sidelines” by Phoebe Bridgers Candle Review: Wisconsin Supper Club Collection “Fresh Dinner Rolls”
Published 05/08/22