All Things Cozy

Matt Piwowarczyk & Gillian Walters
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Aug 24, 2025 • 47min

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 complimentary bag of popcorn from IPIC. Cozy in the News Every Day Action Turns Movie Set Leftovers Into Life-saving Meals Amsterdam Prevents Cat Drownings Matt's Teen Movie Picks Clueless Never Been Kissed Drop Dead Gorgeous The Perks of Being a Wallflower Love, Simon Eighth Grade Bottoms Gillian's Teen Movie Picks 13 Going on 30 Saved The Princess Diaries She's the Man You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah To All the Boys I've Loved Before Booksmart Candle Review Asian Boba Girl’s Fortune Cookie Candle Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.
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Aug 10, 2025 • 1h 1min

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 the Aughts Spotify Playlist Candle Review Big Shiny Tunes by Playwick Candles Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.
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May 19, 2025 • 1h 3min

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 deserves a sequel along with which movies always make them cry (in a good way).  Cozy in the News Ronin, the Rat Who Finds Landmine Goodbye to Garbage Man Summer Blockbusters Picks The Lion King Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Notting Hill E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial Candle Review: Heretic Blueberry Pie Candle from A24 Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.
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May 4, 2025 • 59min

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 D.C. Demon Cat and reveal which mythological universe they'd happily move into. Cozy Earth Discount Visit CozyEarth.com and save 40% with code ALLTHINGS at checkout  If you get a post-purchase survey, let them know All Things Cozy podcast sent you! Cozy Myths and Legends Baucis and Philemon La Befana The Cloak of St. Brigid Candle Review: Thymes’ Olive Leaf Candle Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.
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Apr 20, 2025 • 48min

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 Awards Adds Achievement in Stunt Design Easter Egg Vinyl "It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown" Soundtrack Cozy Earth Discount Visit CozyEarth.com and save 40% with code ALLTHINGS at checkout  If you get a post-purchase survey, let them know All Things Cozy podcast sent you! Visit Lovesac.com to check out their reclining seats #reclinefromthegrind Candle Review: Zion National Park Candle from Good & Well Supply Co. Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.
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Apr 6, 2025 • 44min

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 observations about trends in the holiday decor industry, and how we can brighten up every holiday (from Halloween to Easter) with colorful lights. Visit tru-tone.com to learn more about their LED Christmas lights that look just like vintage incandescent bulbs! Also, be sure to check out their retro-inspired decoration guide! What's Making Us Feel Cozy This Week The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Black Cat Adoptions Increase Because of Film Flow (2024) Cozy Earth Discount Visit CozyEarth.com and save 40% with code ALLTHINGS at checkout  If you get a post-purchase survey, let them know All Things Cozy podcast sent you! Candle Review: Garden Strawberries by Goose Creek Candle Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.
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Mar 23, 2025 • 46min

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 share simple ways to sprinkle hygge into springtime from sunlit strolls and zesty pasta salads to fragrant simmer pots, fresh haircuts, and rejuvenating hikes. Cozy Earth Discount Visit CozyEarth.com and save 40% with code ALLTHINGS at checkout  If you get a post-purchase survey, let them know All Things Cozy podcast sent you! Williams Sonoma Signature Spring Simmerpot  Candle Review: Tranquil Lemongrass by Scentsational Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.
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Mar 9, 2025 • 48min

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 series still warms the heart. Cozy in the News Bridget Jones Blue Soup Cocktail  Mummy Pig Has Big News Chicken Soup for the Sould Books We Sampled Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul Chicken Soup for the Cat Lover's Soul: Stories of Feline Affection, Mystery and Charm Candle Review Campbell's Chicken Noodle Soup Candle From Camp Limited Support All Things Cozy by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.
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Feb 23, 2025 • 44min

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 Raspberry Royale by Bigelow Sensorio Candle Review Australian Shepherd Dog Candly by Scripted Fragrance Did this episode have you wagging your tail? Give All Things Cozy a treat by joining our Patreon and following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.
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Feb 9, 2025 • 59min

166 - Timeless Treats

Join Gillian and Matt as they delve into the world of nostalgic desserts, whipping up childhood favorites like the Monster Mash sundae and Kudos bars. They engage in delightfully humorous debates over iconic treats, pitting Little Debbie's Swiss Rolls against Ho Hos. With a quirky news segment about cats in crochet hats and a playful look back at a nostalgic Super Bowl ad reunion, the hosts evoke fond memories of simpler times and the joy of sharing desserts with loved ones.

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