All Things Cozy
Episodes
182 - Cozy Sick Day
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 comfor...
181 - A Game Night to Remember
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 reminisc...
180 - Cozy Gift Guide 2025
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 wi...
179 - Comfort in the Coffin: Cozy Vampires
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 b...
178 - The Hunt for Lazy October
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
177 - Cozy Cats
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 thei...
176 - Gush Over Plush
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 Gall...
175 - Not Another Cozy Teen Movie
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 whi...
174 - Autumn in the Aughts
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 tre...
173 - Cozy Summer Blockbusters
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
172 - Cozy Myths and Legends
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 B...
171 - Afternoon Tea & Other Delights
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian meet for afternoon tea at the Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills. From delicate finger sandwiches to heavenly pastries (and the soothi...
170 - Light for All Seasons: An Interview with Tru-Tone
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The brilliant minds behind Tru-Tone (@trutonebulbs), David Andora and Sean Hunt, illuminate Matt and Gillian on how they're bringing back the warm, co...
169 - Hygge: Spring Edition
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 th...
168 - A Taste of Comfort: Chicken Soup for the Soul
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 s...
167 - Pup Culture: Dogs on TV
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
166 - Timeless Treats
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt dive into the world of nostalgic desserts as they recreate childhood favorites (like Friendly's Monster Mash sundae and Kudos bars), ...
165 - Cozy Trends and Predictions for 2025
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 sho...
164 - The 8th Annual Cozy Awards 2024
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian celebrate 2024's coziest news stories, books, movies, TV shows, songs, and listener community contributions. Happy New Year! Tea Tim...
163 - Merry Me Time (w/ Linoleum Knife)
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Fezziwigs of film criticism and hosts of the Linoleum Knife podcast (@linoleumcast), Alonso Duralde (@alonso.duralde) and Dave White (@dlelandwhit...
162 - A Cozy Guide to Gift Wrapping
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian take on the challenge of improving their gift-wrapping skills and discuss the tools and techniques involved when perfecting a present...
161 - Cozy on the Couch: TV Movies and Microwave Meals
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt skip the holiday stress by sinking into their couches with their favorite childhood TV movies: Merlin (1998) and Sweetwater (1999). T...
160 - Cozy Gift Guide 2024 (w/ Claus Central)
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian unwrap their sixth annual cozy gift guide! Corrie from Claus Central (@ClausCentral) joins to share how creating Christmas decor brin...
159 - Witches Run Amok: An Interview with Shannon Carlin
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
158 - Autumn Ale & Alpine Air: Oktoberfest in Big Bear
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt sip from steins at Oktoberfest in Big Bear Lake, California. They learn about the history of Oktoberfest and experience the coziness ...
157 - Seasonal Shades: Finding Our Cozy Color Match
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 Ne...
156 - It's Our Party & We'll Be Cozy If We Want To
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate Gillian's birthday we're baking up cozy party ideas, sprinkling in cozy traditions, and lighting the candles on heartfelt birthday memori...
155 - Food Fight: Aldi vs. Trader Joe's
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
154 - A Totally '90s Fall
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 deca...
153 - Anticipating Autumn
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 sp...
152 - Once Upon a Cozy
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 o...
151 - Cozy for Breakfast
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
150 - Cozy Side of the Moon (w/ Susan Miller)
07 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Renowned astrologer Susan Miller (@astrologyzone) guides Matt and Gillian through a galaxy of insights, offering a peek into what the stars hold for u...
149 - Foray Into Foraging
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After taking a workshop by Jason Wise (@jasonjourneyman), Gillian and Matt learn the fundamentals of foraging to safely turn non-native plants into in...
148 - Shop Into Easter: Decor Deals & Sweet Steals
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 springt...
147 - Reel Romance: Movies We Love About Love
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
146 - Treat Yourself for Valentine's Day 2024
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian sprinkle cozy tips for "dating yourself" from indulgent treat walks to tender moments of self-care, including those much-needed medic...
145 - Cozy Trends & Predictions for 2024
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt predict new cozy trends for 2024 and revisit the predictions they made for 2023. They also share which upcoming movies, books, TV sho...
144 - The 7th Annual Cozy Awards 2023
14 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian celebrate 2023's coziest news stories, books, movies, TV shows, songs, and listener community contributions. Happy New Year! Cozy in...
143 - A Tropical Christmastime (w/ Linoleum Knife)
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Channel surfing santas, festive film critics, and hosts of the Linoleum Knife podcast (@linoleumcast) Alonso Duralde (@alonso.duralde) and Dave White ...
142 - Adventures with Yarn: Tranquil Tufting & Calming Crochet
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kayla Mattes (@kaylamattes) joins Matt and Gillian to share purls of wisdom as they embark on learning how to tuft and crochet. Matt's Crochet Projec...
141 - Thanksgiving Films to Feast Your Eyes On
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt dig in to a cornucopia of cozy cinema as they view and discuss Planes Trains, and Automobiles, Home for the Holidays, An Old Fashione...
140 - Cozy Gift Guide 2023
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian package ten new cozy gift ideas in the fifth edition of All Things Cozy's holiday gift guide. Cozy in the News Angriest Sea Otter ...
139 - Making Monsters Cozy (w/ Ana Victoria Esquivel)
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Special FX and make-up artist Ana Victoria Esquivel (@avemonsters) takes Matt & Gillian behind the scenes of creating monstrous creatures for TV & fil...
138 - Cozy on the Vine (w/ Robert Balkovich)
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Robert Balkvoich (@robertbalkovich) joins Matt and Gillian to explore the vineyards of Paso Robles and share wine tasting tips. Wineries We Visited ...
137 - Cozy in the Outfield
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 Suit...
136 - Four-Course Fall
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
135 - Checking In to Coziness
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 New...
134 - Dreams Are Friends: An Interview with Delphi Ellis
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
133 - Mom Takes the Mic: Celebrating Mother's Day
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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! ...
132 - Father of the Bride-athon
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 D...
131 - Cozy at the Museum
16 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
130 - Spiritual Spring Cleaning
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian spring clean their spirit by aligning their chakras with color therapy, crystal healing, and sound baths. Cozy in the News Convers...
129 - Luck of the Channel Changer
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 S...
128 - Banishing Winter Gloom
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
127 - Celebrating Romance: An Interview with The Ripped Bodice's Leah Koch
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leah Koch (@TheRippedBodice) walks Matt and Gillian through the steamy world of romance novels and shares how her passion for the genre blossomed into...
126 - Cozy Trends & Predictions for 2023
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 whic...
125 - The 6th Annual Cozy Awards 2022
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian celebrate 2022's coziest news stories, books, movies, TV shows, songs, and listener community contributions. Happy New Year! Help us ...
124 - Ho-Ho-Homemade: Christmas Baking with Linoleum Knife
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jolly elves, film critics, and hosts of the Linoleum Knife podcast (@linoleumcast) Alonso Duralde (@ADuralde) and Dave White (@dlelandwhite) return to...
123 - Holiday High Kicks
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 u...
122 - Cozy Gift Guide 2022
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 Da...
121 - Christmas Past: An Interview with Brian Earl
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Earl (@XmasPastPodcast), host of the podcast Christmas Past, calls in to chat about his new book: Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind...
120 - Cozy Intuition (w/ Mia Simone)
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Avant-Garde Intuitive Consultant Mia Simone (@MiaSimoneIC) discusses her practice as an intuitive reader and helps Gillian and Matt tap into their int...
119 - Cozy Coven
09 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt gather 'round the cauldron to discuss Hocus Pocus 2, share bewitching cocktail recipes, and reveal which fictional spellcasters they'...
118 - Fall on a Budget
25 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 run...
117 - Back to School
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 to...
116 - 30 Years of Lucy Stone: An Interview with Leslie Meier
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Leslie Meier, author of the bestselling Lucy Stone Mysteries, calls in to discuss her celebrated series and its latest installment, Easter Bonnet Murd...
115 - Summer Gift Guide
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian select items that will make your summer spectacularly cozy. Cozy in the News Keanu Reeves Covers Teddy Bear Convention Father of th...
114 - Listener's Choice
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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: ...
113 - Deepening Friendships
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt answer 15 personal questions designed to deepen friendships including "What does my Instagram tell you about me?" and "What about me ...
112 - Cozy in the Lab
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From circuit flowers to fizzy frozen eggs, Matt and Gillian test six spring-themed science experiments you can perform at home that will not only teac...
111 - Planting Coziness: An Interview with Marina Olshansky
13 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Marina Olshansky, founder of Vesca Botanicals (@vescabotanicals) joins Matt and Gillian to grow their knowledge of houseplants and ways they can use t...
110 - Poirotapalooza
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After seeing Death on the Nile (2022), Matt and Gillian use their little gray cells to celebrate Agatha Christie's legendary detective, Hercule Poirot...
109 - Tuning Into 2022
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt sample episodes of Abbott Elementary, The Afterparty, How I Met Your Father, and The Woman in the House Across the Street From the Gi...
108 - DIY Valentine's Day
30 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian open up a cozy candy shoppe at home with recipes for vegan heart gummies, chocolate pretzel hearts, and more. They also share ideas f...
107 - The Fifth Annual Cozy Awards 2021
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt reflect on 2021 by recognizing the year's coziest news stories, books, movies, TV shows, songs, and listeners. Happy New Year! Help u...
106 - Rockin' Around the Reba Tree (w/ Linoleum Knife)
19 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Film critics and hosts of the Linoleum Knife podcast (@linoleumcast) Alonso Duralde (@ADuralde) and Dave White (@dlelandwhite) join Matt and Gillian t...
105 - Cozy Gift Guide 2021
05 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt share their list of cozy gifts for the holidays! Cozy in the News: Turkeys Take Over College Campuses / Elfcore Gillian's Gift Ide...
104 - Be Our Guest (w/ Clark Childers & Adam Walton)
21 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian talk about what it takes to be a cozy host (and guest) with Clark Childers & Adam Walton, owners and operators of The Lincoln Marfa (...
103 - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies: An Interview with Bran Gray & Alonso Duralde
07 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bran Gray (@hallmarkpodcast) & Alonso Duralde (@ADuralde), authors of I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies: The Deck the Hallmark Podcast's Guide to You...
102 - Happy Haunts
24 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian tell "true" tales of the friendliest ghosts that haunt the coziest of places. They also review Muppets Haunted Mansion and @MichaelVa...
101 - Apple-solutely Cozy
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt take a trip to Julian, CA to sample cider, visit an orchard, and grab a slice of apple pie. Cozy in the News: Aldi Canned Fried App...
100 - Celebrating 100 Cozy Episodes
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian mark the milestone of making 100 episodes of All Things Cozy by answering listener questions and recalling favorite cozy moments. A h...
99 - Fall Finds & Flavors
12 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian rake up all fall trends they can find and dive into them like a big pile of leaves. Bath and Body Works Finds: Marshmallow Pumpkin ...
98 - Cozy by the Water
06 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt dive into water and all the ways it keeps us cool and cozy in the summer. All Things Cozy will be going on a summer break, but will b...
97 - Garden Party Bites & Beverages
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian get ready for summer with appetizers, salads, and drinks that are perfect for a cozy garden party. Cozy in the News: Too Many Spong...
96 - Senior Cinema
09 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt honor their elders with a deep dive into The Mole Agent, a new cozy documentary about a mystery at a nursing home. They also share th...
95 - Life-Changing Movies: An Interview with Lily Percy
25 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lily Percy, host of the podcast This Movie Changed Me, joins Matt and Gillian to discuss the ways movies change lives, her favorite cozy movie, and ho...
94 - Arsenic and Adobo: An Interview with Mia P. Manansala
11 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mia P. Manansala (@MPMtheWriter) calls in to chat about ARSENIC AND ADOBO, the first novel in the Tita Rosie's Kitchen Mystery Series, which hits book...
93 - Peeps, Sheep & Easter Eats
21 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt hop into Easter with eggciting Easter traditions and a discussion of the Hallmark Channel orginal movie Easter Under Wraps. Gillian d...
92 - Soothing Spring
07 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian spring into vernal equinox traditions and ways to take advantage of more daylight hours. Gillian salutes the sun, Matt cleans a grave...
91 - Cozy Games (w/ Chris DeLeon)
21 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt are joined by Chris DeLeon (@ChrisDeLeon), game developer and founder of HomeTeam GameDev, to discuss how playing and making games ca...
90 - Cozy in Love: Valentine's Day Candy, Love Songs, & TV Shows
07 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Roses are red, violets are blue, Matt and Gillian have assembled a list of cozy Valentine's Day TV shows, candies, and love songs for you! Happy Valen...
89 - Smorgasbord of Cozy: Anne of Green Gables, Cottagecore, Masterpiece Theatre, Soups & Stews
24 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian serve up a smorgasbord of coziness as they discuss soups & stews, Anne of Green Gables (Anne with an E and Akage no An), Cottagecore,...
88 - The Fourth Annual Cozy Awards 2020
10 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian reflect on 2020 by recognizing the year's coziest books, movies, TV shows, songs, and listeners. Gillian plays R-rated Pick Up Sticks...
87 - Christmas Cow Bells: An Interview with Mollie Cox Bryan
20 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Author Mollie Cox Bryan (@molliecoxbryan) calls in to discuss the first book in her Buttermilk Creek Mystery series: Christmas Cow Bells. Mollie descr...
86 - The Christmas House & Happiest Season (w/ Linoleum Knife)
06 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Film critics and hosts of the Linoleum Knife podcast (@linoleumcast) Alonso Duralde (@ADuralde) and Dave White (@dlelandwhite) call in from the North ...
85 - Cozy Gift Guide 2020
22 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Gillian jingle all the way into the holiday season with a brand new cozy gift guide. Make the nice list by sharing this episode on social med...
84 - Cozy To Go
08 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Gillian and Matt order up their fast food favorites and discuss the ways a trip through the drive-thru can inspire coziness. They also tackle ideas fo...
83 - Halloween Treats & Beats
25 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This Halloween Matt and Gillian discuss the eerie edibles and witches' brews they concoct, along with the terrifying tunes they listen to while making...