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All Things Cozy
by 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.
Episodes
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196 - Stargazing: A Constellation of Coziness
Matt and Gillian explore the coziness of the cosmos. They share their favorite constellations, star-related superstitions, and places to take in the night sky. Tea Time Trader Joe's Autumn Maple Coffee and Pumpie Pie Spice Creamer Olipop Crisp Apple Dream Locations to Stargaze Denali National…
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195 - Pumpkin Heads
Gillian and Matt take a long-overdue deep dive into the plump orange gourd that defines the fall season: the pumpkin. They carve out their favorite pumpkin patch memories, pumpkin spice treats, and the oddest pumpkin products they've seen on the vine. Cozy in the News Meemers the Cat Buy Nothing...
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194 - Fall Favorites
Matt and Gillian celebrate a decade of podcasting by raking up their favorite All Things Cozy autumn moments. They fall in love with fall all over again with nostalgic candle reviews, fall flavors, seasonal crafts, and gourdgeous memories. Tea Time Yorkshire Gold Coffee Bean's Iced Pumpkin…
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193 - Graduation (Cozy Friends Forever)
Gillian and Matt are donning their cozy caps and gowns to reflect on graduation milestones and the comforting traditions that come with them. After walking the stage to collect favorite graduation memories (and tipping their mortarboards to the shows and songs that helped them graduate to...
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192 - Cozy Cookout
Matt and Gillian fire up the grill for a cozy cookout in Gillian's backyard. While the decor and sides are well-done, the main course serves up some unexpected challenges. NYT Kale Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe Candle Review Strange Gent: Desert Motel Nights Support All Things Cozy by joining our...
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191 - A Cozy Night at the Opera
Gillian and Matt sing the praises of LA Opera's hypnotic production of Akhnaten. From the shimmering beauty of the sets to the meditative music, they share why an epic opera can be a cozy experience. Cozy in the News The Rolling Scones Gift Shop Possum What's Opera, Doc? Candle Review Astier de...
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190 - Super Cozy
Matt and Gillian suit up to explore the whimsical world of cozy superheroes. From Darkwing Duck to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, they share their origin stories as fans and reveal the official members of the first-ever All Things Cozy Justice League. Candle Review The Batcave by Homesick...
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189 - Oh, the Cozy Places You'll Go!
Gillian and Matt revisit the children's book classics and cozy reading nooks that defined their childhoods. They also highlight a few modern titles that capture that old-school magic for a new generation of readers. Cozy in the News Fifth Graders 3D Print Prosthetic Hands Choc Full of Drama…
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188 - Anticipating Spring
Matt and Gillian dream about a spring awakening as they share the spring scents, sights, and sounds they're looking forward to most. Tea Time The Republic of Tea Beautifying Botanicals Daily Beauty Blueberry Lavender Dubai Chocolate Iced Matcha Candle Review Pistachio Cardamom by World Market...
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187 - Cozy Winter Watches
Gillian and Matt plow through snow-packed cinema that's perfect for a winter watch: Grumpy Old Men and Snow Day. They also share which snacks they're shoveling into their mouths while watching this flurry of films, from hummus and pretzels to a candy as silent as the snow: foam bananas. Cozy in…
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186 - Not-So-Heated Rivalries
Matt and Gillian fall head over heels for (low-stakes) rivalries this Valentine's Day. From the soda aisle to the silver screen, they meet-cute with gentle feuds that prove there's a thin line between competition and adoration. Tea Time Boop World 7-Eleven Vanilla Cold Brew Candle Review Enemies…
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185 - Cozy Trends and Predictions for 2026
Gillian and Matt make their cozy trend picks for 2026 and revisit the predictions they made for 2025. They also share which upcoming movies, books, TV shows, and music they're looking forward to most in 2026. Cozy in the News Mom Dance Party Moms Feelin' Themselves Dance Party Dates Chief Mouser…
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184 - The 9th Annual Cozy Awards 2025
Matt and Gillian celebrate 2025's coziest news stories, books, movies, TV shows, songs, and listener community contributions. Happy New Year! Coziest Song of 2025 Nominees Emily and Me by Flyte Back on You by Djo Be Sweet by Deep Sea Diver Mature by Hilary Duff Echo of My Shadow by AURORA Candle...
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183 - Drawn to Christmas: Animated Holiday Films (w/ Linoleum Knife)
Clauses of Christmas cinema and hosts of the Linoleum Knife podcast (@linoleumcast), Alonso Duralde (@alonso.duralde) and Dave White (@dlelandwhite), come back into frame to chat about animated holiday favorites that don't often get top billing: Mog's Christmas, Ziggy's Gift, A Walt Disney...
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182 - Cozy Sick Day
Gillian and Matt cough up adult sick day essentials and self-care tips for when you're feeling under the weather and need some over-the-counter comfort. Cozy in the News Nine year-old Raises Money One Joke at a Time The Scent of Christmas at Grand Central Station Candle Review Big Dipper Wax…
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181 - A Game Night to Remember
Matt and Gillian roll the dice on fresh multiplayer board and card games they hope will be perfect for your next family game night. They also reminisce about their favorite childhood board games, decoding the glittery psychology of Pretty Pretty Princess and some life lessons no one asked The…
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180 - Cozy Gift Guide 2025
Gillian and Matt unwrap their seventh annual cozy gift guide! Cozy in the News Cup Noodles New Turkey Dinner and Pumpkin Pie Flavors The Rabbit with Crocheted Ears. Gillian's Cozy Gift Ideas: Constellation T-Light Holder" from The Unemployed Philosophers Guild Books Read This Year Counter 2026...
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179 - Comfort in the Coffin: Cozy Vampires
Matt and GIllian get cozy at Dracula's castle and sink their fangs into a vampire movie marathon with frights for the whole family. They also take a bite out of vampire-themed snacks and cocktails that will have you coming back from the dead for more. Vampire-themed Bite & Drink Gillian's Vampire...
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178 - The Hunt for Lazy October
Gillian and Matt share low-effort ways to enjoy the fall season without the pumpkin-spiced pressure. From glue ghosts to virtual autumn ambiance, they savor the spirit of October the easy way. Lazy Fall Decorations Glittery glue ghosts Tissue paper ghosts Paper bag puppets Low-Effort Eats Ghost...
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177 - Cozy Cats
Matt and Gillian celebrate the coziness of cats, from the feline friends in their own lives to the glamour pusses of pop culture. They also share their experiences at CatCon and Fierce! The Story of Cats, a special exhibit at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Cozy in the News The...
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176 - Gush Over Plush
Gillian and Matt cuddle up with plushies past and present, from the Beanie Babies of their youth to the Build-A-Bear they birthed in the Glendale Galleria. They also stuff in facts about the history of stuffed animals and weigh-in on trending plushies like Labubu, Squishmallows, and JellyCat. Tea...
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175 - Not Another Cozy Teen Movie
Matt and Gillian try to make fetch happen with a double feature of Freaky Friday (2003) and its long-awaited sequel Freakier Friday (2025) before whipping out their Blockbuster cards to revisit formative teen classics like Clueless, The Princess Diaries, and more. It's all that and a…
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174 - Autumn in the Aughts
Gillian and Matt take a walk to remember what fall felt like in the aughts, reminiscing about the millennial music, movies, TV shows, fashion, and trends that had them fallin' like Alicia Keys from 2000 to 2009. Tea Time Strawberry Matcha Strato Frappacino Adagio Tea's Autumn Sampler Autumn in…
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173 - Cozy Summer Blockbusters
Before the credits roll on this season and they head off on their summer hiatus, Matt and Gillian go to the movies and revist their favorite cozy hits with all the excitement and fun of a summer movie marathon. They share which blockbuster films they think provide the kind of comfort that…
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172 - Cozy Myths and Legends
Gillian and Matt embark on an odyssey through the world of cozy myths and legends. They spill the ambrosia on heartwarming tales like the hospitable Baucis and Philemon and the gift-giving goodness of Italian legend La Befana. They also dream up TV shows based on cozy legends like the Washington...
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171 - Afternoon Tea & Other Delights
Matt and Gillian meet for afternoon tea at the Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills. From delicate finger sandwiches to heavenly pastries (and the soothing sounds of a live harpist), they savor every moment and share their top tips for planning the perfect trip to a tea room. Cozy in the News Academy...
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170 - Light for All Seasons: An Interview with Tru-Tone
The brilliant minds behind Tru-Tone (@trutonebulbs), David Andora and Sean Hunt, illuminate Matt and Gillian on how they're bringing back the warm, cozy vibes of vintage Christmas lights with an energy-efficient upgrade. They also shed some light on their journey as a small business, their...
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169 - Hygge: Spring Edition
Matt and Gillian shake off the winter chill and step into a sunshine-soaked Hygge fest inspired by The Little Book of Hygge by Meik Wiking. While this beloved book—previously explored in Episode 20—embraces candlelit coziness, they're flipping the script from fireplaces to fresh blooms. They…
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168 - A Taste of Comfort: Chicken Soup for the Soul
Gillian and Matt stir up memories of the mid-'90s and revisit a book series that had readers sipping on inspiration: Chicken Soup for the Soul. They simmer in the nostalgia of what made this phenomenon boil over and taste-test two handpicked installments to decide if the Chicken Soup for the Soul...
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167 - Pup Culture: Dogs on TV
Matt and Gillian change the channel to cozy canines on television. They sniff out the coziest moments four-legged stars fetch at the 2025 Puppy Bowl and the 149th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. They also decide which TV pup—real or fictional—they'd love to welcome into their pack. Tea Time...
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166 - Timeless Treats
Gillian and Matt dive into the world of nostalgic desserts as they recreate childhood favorites (like Friendly's Monster Mash sundae and Kudos bars), reminisce about iconic treats (such as Push Pops and Carvel ice cream cakes). Also, iconic goodies like Little Debbie's Swiss Rolls and Gushers…
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165 - Cozy Trends and Predictions for 2025
Gillian and Matt predict new cozy trends for 2025 and revisit the predictions they made for 2024. They also share which upcoming movies, books, TV shows, and music they're looking forward to most in 2025. Cozy in the News Volunteers Show Fire Victims They're Not Alone Man Reunited with Dog, Oreo,...
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164 - The 8th Annual Cozy Awards 2024
Matt and Gillian celebrate 2024's coziest news stories, books, movies, TV shows, songs, and listener community contributions. Happy New Year! Tea Time White Orange Spice by Charbrew Tea O Organics Peach Oolong Coziest Song of 2024 Nominees The Cozy Song" by Dan and Shay "Right Back To It" by...
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163 - Merry Me Time (w/ Linoleum Knife)
The Fezziwigs of film criticism and hosts of the Linoleum Knife podcast (@linoleumcast), Alonso Duralde (@alonso.duralde) and Dave White (@dlelandwhite), return to discuss four Christmas movies all about characters getting quality me time during the holidays: Christmas, Again, A Christmas Without...
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162 - A Cozy Guide to Gift Wrapping
Matt and Gillian take on the challenge of improving their gift-wrapping skills and discuss the tools and techniques involved when perfecting a present's presentation. From mastering basic boxes to tackling tricky items like wine bottles and plush toys, they learn new tips and tricks to elevate...
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161 - Cozy on the Couch: TV Movies and Microwave Meals
Gillian and Matt skip the holiday stress by sinking into their couches with their favorite childhood TV movies: Merlin (1998) and Sweetwater (1999). They also lunch while they lounge, pairing their movies with frozen TV dinners. Cozy in the News Paddington Gets a Passport "Rudolph the Red-Nosed...
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160 - Cozy Gift Guide 2024 (w/ Claus Central)
Matt and Gillian unwrap their sixth annual cozy gift guide! Corrie from Claus Central (@ClausCentral) joins to share how creating Christmas decor brings her cheer and flags a few of the coziest gift items from her store. Check out Corrie's Claus Central Christmas Shop and use the code ALLCOZY to...
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159 - Witches Run Amok: An Interview with Shannon Carlin
Shannon Carlin (@new_girl_friday), author of Witches Run Amok: The Oral History of Disney's Hocus Pocus, lands her broom at All Things Cozy's cottage to treat us to her favorite pieces of Hocus Pocus trivia and experiences interviewing the cast and crew of the Halloween classic. Matt and Gillian...
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158 - Autumn Ale & Alpine Air: Oktoberfest in Big Bear
Gillian and Matt sip from steins at Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake, California. They learn about the history of Oktoberfest and experience the coziness that can be found from a soft pretzel, juicy brat, and cool beer. Prost! Tea Time Trader Joe's "Pumpkin Spice Rooibos Herbal Blend" Pinky Up Tea's...
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157 - Seasonal Shades: Finding Our Cozy Color Match
Matt and Gillian enlist the help of a color analysis expert to discover their true hue and spill the secrets of seasonal color trends. Cozy in the News Celebrity Saves a Life Kind Words 2 Candle Review Red Currant by Votivo Want to paint with all the cozy colors of the rainbow? Check out our...
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156 - It's Our Party & We'll Be Cozy If We Want To
To celebrate Gillian's birthday we're baking up cozy party ideas, sprinkling in cozy traditions, and lighting the candles on heartfelt birthday memories. Tea Time Yogi's "Elderberry Lemon Balm Immune & Stress" The Republic of Tea's Cuppa Cake series "Caramel Vanilla" Candle Review Warner Bros....
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155 - Food Fight: Aldi vs. Trader Joe's
In the snack showdown of the century, Gillian and Matt compare carts from Aldi and Trader Joe's to determine which budget grocery store is the coziest of all. After putting away their groceries, they create an autumn ambiance in the kitchen with fall decor. Cozy in the News Coziness at the…
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154 - A Totally '90s Fall
Matt and Gillian take a totally tubular trip back to the nineties to reminsce about their favorite fall memories, songs, movies, and fashion of a decade that was da bomb. Tea Time "English Breakfast Black Tea" by Rituals /"Hot Cinnamon Sunset" by Harney & Sons Favorite '90s Fall Songs The…
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153 - Anticipating Autumn
Before sailing off to their summer hiatus, Gillian and Matt share a heartfelt ode to fall, the season of cozy sweaters, vibrant leaves, and pumpkin spice everything. Cozy in the News Cat in a Box Watching Sports Improves Health Autumn Activites Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake Scarecrow Weekend in…
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152 - Once Upon a Cozy
Matt and Gillian journey into the woods to explore the timeless allure of fairy tales. From first cozy experiences with the genre to later learnings of the dark corners of the Brothers Grimm, this episode covers the comforting magic of fairy tale storytelling. Cozy in the News Mr. Trash Wheel...
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151 - Cozy for Breakfast
Gillian and Matt dish out their breakfast favorites and share egg-ceptional recipes in this toast to the coziest meal of the day. Cozy in the News Eclipse Reunion Frog Club Breakfast Recipes Egg Boats by Brunch with Babs Dessert-like Overnight Oats by Lemons and Zest Breadcrumb Fried Eggs by Milk...
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150 - Cozy Side of the Moon (w/ Susan Miller)
Renowned astrologer Susan Miller (@astrologyzone) guides Matt and Gillian through a galaxy of insights, offering a peek into what the stars hold for us in 2024. Visit Susan's website, astrologyzone.com for daily horoscopes, check out her app Moonlight Phases, and her latest book: The Year Ahead…
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149 - Foray Into Foraging
After taking a workshop by Jason Wise (@jasonjourneyman), Gillian and Matt learn the fundamentals of foraging to safely turn non-native plants into ingredients for a wild salad. Cozy in the News March Meowness Turtwig Fossil Candle Review The Candle in Forage Moon by East Fork Support All Things...
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148 - Shop Into Easter: Decor Deals & Sweet Steals
Matt and Gillian crack open the best deals on cozy Easter decor, sweets, gifts, threads, and more so you can fill your basket with savings and springtime cheer in 2024. Happy Easter! Cozy in the News Charlcombe Toad Rescue Alex the Great Matt's Easter Shopping Picks Delightful Decorations: Moss...
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147 - Reel Romance: Movies We Love About Love
Gillian and Matt wrap up the month of love with a Valentine to some of their favorite romance films. Their celluloid sweethearts include Love & Jane from Hallmark Channel's "Loveuary" lineup and personal selections that were formative for them (Good Bye Lenin! and In the Mood for Love). Cozy in…
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does All Things Cozy have?
All Things Cozy currently has 201 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is All Things Cozy about?
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.
How often does All Things Cozy release new episodes?
All Things Cozy publishes regularly with 201 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
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Who hosts All Things Cozy?
All Things Cozy is created and hosted by Matt Piwowarczyk & Gillian Walters.
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