Welcome To Midsomer

Welcome To Midsomer #70 - Red In Tooth And Claw

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

People are getting murdered at the Belleville Hall Pet Fair and it is up to Barnaby and Winter to find the killer before the victims multiply like rabbits. We are talking tragic endings, the history of pets, and Winter with a crush. Plus did we mention RABBITS?

RED IN TOOTH AND CLAW - Series 19, Episode 4

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Welcome To Midsomer #69 - Til Death Do Us Part

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

It's wedding season in Midsomer, and we're talking TIL DEATH DO US PART. In Causton, a talk radio host is found murdered on her wedding night. Can Barnaby and Winter solve the case before the killer knocks off someone else in a bridal gown? Nope. We are talking broken families, the history of radio, and the love story of John and Sarah Barnaby

TIL DEATH DO US PART - Series 20, Episode 5

Welcome To Midsomer #68 - Blood Will Out

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Eric and Eileen head to the village of Martyr Warren in our take on BLOOD WILL OUT, where the fight between the locals and a caravan of travelers leads to murder. Can Barnaby and Troy solve the case before all their suspects leave town? We’re talking wife swapping, the history of travellers, and when Barnaby gets thick.

BLOOD WILL OUT - Series 2, Episode 4

Welcome to Midsomer #67 - Dark Autumn

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

It's time to tackle a classic Midsomer episode DARK AUTUMN. A serial killer is terrorizing the village of Goodman's Land, and Barnaby and Troy will have to be light on their feet if they want to stop them. We are talking about when Midsomer goes horror movie, the history of big band jazz, and why Troy can’t score.

Dark Autumn - Series 4, Episode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #66 - The Wolf Hunter of Little Worthy

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Eric and Eileen dig into THE WOLF HUNTER OF LITTLE WORTHY. In the village of Little Worthy, people are being killed by the Wolf Hunter, half man, half wolf, all crazy. Can Barnaby and Winter solve the case before the killer thins the pack even more? We are talking a truly weird episode, the history of wolf lore, and the fantastic Mark Williams (and his bum).

The Wolf Hunter of Little Worthy - Series 22, Episode 1

Welcome to Midsomer #65 - A Vintage Murder

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

We're back and we're enjoing a nice glass of A VINTAGE MURDER. After a corupt wine critic is murdered, Barnaby and Nelson have to investigate the goings on at a Midsomer vinyard. Can they pop the cork on a killer? We're talking a mother’s love, the history of wine, and is Nelson's luck with women.

Welcome To Midsomer #64 - Second Sight

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Eric and Eileen share their vision of SECOND SIGHT. In Midsomer Mere, a man with second sight is murdered. Seems like he should have seen that coming. We’re talking religion vs science, the history of precognition, and how to make Barnaby a believer.

SECOND SIGHT - Series 8, Episode 5

Welcome To Midsomer #63 - Last Man Out

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

This time out, Eileen and Eric tackle LAST MAN OUT. In the Midsomer village of Lower Pampling, the captains of a controversial cricket team keep getting murdered. Can Barnaby and Winter untangle this sticky wicket? We are talking made up sports, the history of undercover policing, and the return of fan favorite Ben Jones!

LAST MAN OUT - Series 19, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #62 - Birds of Prey

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

This time, Eric and Eileen tackle BIRDS OF PREY. In Midsomer Magna, people connected to a millionaire’s environmental scheme and an illegal bird egg market are getting murdered. Can Barnaby and Troy solve the case before the suspects fly the coop? We are talking about some big unanswered questions, the history of falconry, and Troy’s love life.

BIRDS OF PREY - Series 6, Episode 5

Welcome To Midsomer #61 - Shot At Dawn

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Eileen and Eric discuss SHOT AT DAWN, where the decades-old feud between two families starts to have a body count. Can Barnaby and Jones bring peace to Midsomer Parva? We discuss the history of WW1 in the UK, battle reenactments, and senior sex!

Shot At Dawn - Series 11, Episode 1

Welcome to Midsomer #60 - Not In My Backyard

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Eric and Eileen are talking Not In My Backward. In the village of Great Pelfe, people on both sides of a construction project are dropping like flies. Can Barnaby build a case against anyone? We're talking election politics, the history of urban planning, and when Barnaby gets a little too smug.

NOT IN MY BACKYARD - Series 13, Episode 7

Welcome to Midsomer #59 - The Blacktrees Prophecy

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Eric and EIleen tackle THE BLACKTREES PROPHECY. In Blacktrees Forest, doomsday preppers are finding out they didn’t prepare to be hunted by a murderer. Can Barnaby and Winter find out who is behind the gas mask? We’re talking about a lot of toxic masculinity, the history of doomsday prepping, and how much beer and crisps will keep Barnaby alive.

Welcome To Midsomer #58 - The Miniature Murders

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Eric and Eileen are back and they are full of praise for THE MINIATURE MURDERS, one of the best of the Dudgeon Era. When a crooked landlord is shot at a toy museum, Barnaby and Winter have to unearth a lot of secrets to crack this one. We talk fantastic performances, the history of dollhouses, and the finest Fleur episode.

The Miniature Murders - Series 21, Epsiode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #57 - Painted In Blood

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Eileen and Eric decide to take up painting in this classic episode where Joyce discovers a body, Barnaby is kicked off the case, and someone is planning a heist. We discuss when episodes go too long, the history of bank robberies, and is Troy ready to move on?

Painted in Blood - Series 6, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #56 - Harvest of Souls

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Eileen and Eric are headed to the fair! They are discussing HARVEST OF SOULS, where Barnaby and Nelson have to figure out a case involving a distraught parents, horse thieves, poisoned beer, the Harvest Queen, and motorcycle daredevils? Can they make sense of it all? Can we make sense of it all? Find out in this episode!

Harvest of Souls - Series 18, Episode 6

Welcome To Midsomer #55 - Destroying Angel

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

We're back to discuss a Midsomer classic - DESTROYING ANGEL! Barnaby and Troy have to deal with murder, mushrooms, mayhem....and a puppet. Can they untangle the case or are they just dancing on someone's string? We're talking some classic kills, the history of Punch and Judy, and if Joyce is a croquet prodigy.

Destroying Angel - Series 4, Epsiode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #54 - King's Crystal

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Eric and Eileen craft an episode around KING'S CRYSTAL, where Barnaby finds himself stuck inside a version of Hamlet when people at the King's Crsytal factory start getting murdered. We talk about a messy plot, the history of Freemasons, and Cully getting the Joyce treatment!

King's Crystal - Series 10, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #53 - Written in the Stars

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Eric and Eileen check their charts to analyze WRITTEN IN THE STARS! When someone is murdering astronomers, it's up to Barnaby and Jones to figure out who is behind the moon mask! We discuss bad science, bad writing, the history of astronomy and astrology, and Jones' fashion choices.

Written in the Stars - Series 15, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #52 - The Lions of Causton

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

This time, Eileen and Eric discuss the genuinely moving THE LIONS OF CAUSTON. The owner of the local rugby team The Causton Lions is found frozen to death in a cryogenic chamber. Can Barnaby and Winter figure out who turned him into a "frozen lolly"? We are talking the history of Rugby, the pains of getting old, and Fleur's hat!

THE LIONS OF CAUSTON - Series 20, Episode 4

Welcome To Midsomer #51 - Debt of Lies

Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we dig into DEBT OF LIES, featuring the great Tom Conti! Someone is murdering people connected to a police retirement community. Can Barnaby and Winter find the killer or will they be hit in the face with a wet sponge? The answer is both! We're talking a more serious episode, the history of the Great Train Robbery, and when Barnaby gets too judgy.

Debt of Lies - Series 23, Episode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #50 - Death in Chorus

Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

It's our 50th episode so we decided to do Midsomer Murder's 50th episode - DEATH IN CHORUS. Someone is murdering people around a choir competition. Can Barnaby and Jones crack the case before the fat lady sings? We're talking a sexy episode, the history of choral music, and Jones singing in the shower.

DEATH IN CHORUS - Series 9, episode 7

Welcome To Midsomer #49 - A Rare Bird

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Eileen and Eric are headed to the woods to discuss A RARE BIRD. Someone is killing members of a bird watching group. Can Barnaby and Jones solve the case before the killer leaves the nest? We're talking a very sexy episode, the history of birding, and a lot of ballet.

A RARE BIRD - Series 14, Episode 8

WTM Bonus - Hot Fuzz

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

We are dropping a special episode to talk about the only Midsomer Murders spin-off - HOT FUZZ! When London police officer Nicholas Angel is transfered to the quiet town of Sandford, he uncovers a series of murders that only he can solve. We are talking a very weird Midsomer story, the history of those guys who stand in city centers pretending they are statues, and if there is indeed a place in a man's head that explodes when you shoot it.

Welcome To Midsomer #48 - The Fisher King

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

This time, we are discussing THE FISHER KING, where Barnaby and Scott have to solve a series of murders surrounding ancient Celtic artifacts, a big mound, and buried family secrets. Eric and Eileen are divided on this one - how do you feel? Are you down for the solstice shenanigans?

The Fisher King - Series 7, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #47 - Happy Families

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Eric and Eileen talk about one of their favorite recent episodes - HAPPY FAMILIES! Barnaby and Winter head to a remote mansion in the middle of a storm to investigate the murder of a millionaire game maker. Soon they are find themself stuck there - with the killer! Can they solve the case before they end up checkmated? We're discussing the classic nature of the episode, the history of board games, and Winter and Barnaby sleeping together for the first time.

Happy Families - Series 22, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #46 - Death By Persuasion

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This time, EIleen and Eric get in touch with out Regency sides with DEATH BY PERSUASION. Barnaby and Winter investigate murders at a Jane Austen Experience. Can they over come their prides and prejudices to solve the case? We discuss some truly strange kills, the history of Jane Austen, and those tight breaches!

DEATH BY PERSUASION - series 19, episode 5

Welcome To Midsomer #45 - The Noble Art

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This time, Eilen and Eric get in the ring with THE NOBLE ART. People surrounding a champion fighter are being murdered. How many rounds will it take for Barnaby to knock out the killer? We are talking when killers are charming, the history of boxing, and buns of steel!

THE NOBLE ART - Series 13, Episode 6

Welcome To Midsomer #44 - Death of the Small Coppers

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

It's a new year, so Eric and EIleen are back with a special episode - the 20th anniversary episode DEATH OF THE SMALL COPPERS! Well, the 21st anniversary episode as it aired in the wrong year. Barnaby and Winter must uncover who is killing the members of a high IQ society. Can they outsmart a very smart killer? We're talking the return of a fan favorite character, when there is too much fan service, and the history of Midsomer Murders!

Death of the Small Coppers - Series 20, episode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #43 - Days of Misrule

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

It's a holiday episode! Eileen and Eric discuss DAYS OF MISRULE, the least cheerful holiday episode from Midsomer Murders. An explosion at a military training facility leads to a series of murders and Barnaby and Jones have to solve the case or it won't be a very Merry Christmas. We discuss when holiday episodes go dark, the history of a holiday custom, and Tom's hatred of authority.

Days of Misrule - Series 11, Episode 6

Welcome to Midsomer #42 - Things That Go Bump In The Night

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This time out, Eric and Eileen discuss THINGS THAT GO BUMP IN THE NIGHT, the classic episode with a ridiculously long name. Someone in the village of Fletcher's Cross is murdering people tied to a new age church run by a medium who claims to speak from the dead. Will Barnaby solve the case with some help from beyond? Or is the answer more down to Earth? We discuss sexy killers, the history of mediums, and just how Joyce stays married to Tom.

Things That Go Bump In The Night - Series 8, Episode 1

Welcome To Midsomer #41 - Death's Shadow

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Eileen and Eric discuss the classic banger Death's Shadow! In Badger's Drift, people are getting murdered (where have I heard that one before) and Barnaby and Troy think it's connected to a development. Can they crack the case before they lose their heads? We discuss a classic murderer, the history of revenge plays, and when Midsomer does it just right.

Death's Shdow - Series 2, Episode 1

Welcome To MIdsomer #40 - Wild Harvest

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Barnaby and Nelson have to solve a series of murders surrounding a fancy restaurant in MIdsomer Wyvern. Can Barnaby and Nelson root out the poisonous root growing in this garden of foodly delights? Could this metaphor get any more labored? Eric and Eileen discuss a very gross murder, the history of restaurants, and the Barnaby Brain Fart. Oh and The Bear!

WILD HARVEST - Series 16, Episode 3

Welcome to Midsomer #39 - Ring Out Your Dead

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Eileen and Eric get a grip on RING OUT YOUR DEAD, one of the truly classic episodes. Bell ringers in Midsomer Wellow are being brutally murdered. Is it a jealous lover? A vengeful old guy? A disgruntled poet? Or someone just totally nuts? Barnaby and Troy will have to risk their lives and their ears to solve this one. We discuss when obsession turns into insanity, the history of bell ringing, and when Troy becomes a man.

Ring Out Your Dead - Series 5, epsiode 4

Welcome To Midsomer #38 - The Dagger Club

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we discuss THE DAGGER CLUB! When someone starts targeting the people connected to a dead writer, Barnaby and Nelson will have to take a gamble to solve this one. Eric and Eileen talk some truly weird kills, the history of mystery novels, and the art of faking your own death.

THE DAGGER CLUB - Series 17, Episode 1

Welcome To Midsomer #37 - Blue Herrings

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This time, Eric and Eileen are talking BLUE HERRINGS. Barnaby's beloved aunt Alice happens to be staying at a retirement home where the residents keep dropping dead. Is something nefarious afoot? Can Barnaby stop painting his new house ot bother investigating? We're talking the history and morality of euthanasia, some great acting, and whether or not Joyce can make toast.

BLUE HERRINGS - Series 3, Episode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #36 - Left For Dead

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This time Eileen and Eric discuss Left For Dead. When childhood friends of Jones are brutally murdered, Barnaby must uncover the truth about a decades old missing persons case to solve this one. The ending has our hosts split! We're talking eminent domain, great acting, and the worst wedding speech ever.

Left For Dead - Series 11, Epsiode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #35 - The Village That Rose From The Dead

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

When Little Auburn is reopened for the first time in over 70 years, the citizens of Greater Auburn are shocked to find a dead body run over by a tank! Can Barnaby and his new DS Winter solve the case or will they fall flat? Like tank flat. Cause there's a tank......we're talking confusing villages, some seriously strange kills, and the introduction of a certain four legged friend.

The Village That Rose From The Dead, Series 19, episode 1

Welcome To Midsomer #34 - Dead In The Water

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Get those swim trunks ready, cause this time Eric and Eileen are tackling Dead In The Water. When the President of the Midsomer Rowing Club is drowned, it's up to Barnaby and Scott to solve the case and stop a jewel heist. We're discussing the history of rowing, policing the police, and why Joyce and Cully want Tom to take up sailing so badly!

Dead in the Water - Series 8, Episode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #33 - Written in Blood

Wed, 15 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400

You asked for it and we are doing it - it's the fan favorite Written in Blood! An aspiring writer is found naked and murdered and Barnaby and Troy have to dig into his writer's group to unmask the killer. Here's a hint - it's the one who's clearly carazy! We're talking Psycho references, the history of books, and why all the Midsomer fans love this one.

WRITTEN IN BLOOD - Series 1, Episode 2

Welcome to Midsomer #32 - Second Anniversary Show!

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Can you believe it? We are two years old. Join Eric and Eileen in celebrating their love of Midsomer Murders. We're discussing our favorite episodes, our favorite characters, and just who we would love to see guest star. Plus hear Eileen's fan fiction and find out which episode our fans want us to do next!

Welcome to Midsomer #31 - The Oblong Murders

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Eric and Eileen have their minds blown when the discuss THE OBLONG MURDERS. In order to find out what happened to a missing woman, Barnaby sends Jones undercover into a new age cult. Can they uncover the deadly truth or will they be the tree, which is a very dumb thing said in this episode! We talk the history of cults, Jones' awful disguise, and what happens when you put way too many characters into a single episode.

Welcome to Midsomer #30 - Secrets & Spies

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This time, Eric and Eileen dig into a classic banger of an episode - Secrets & Spies. THe bodies are piling up at a safehouse for spies and Barnaby and Jones have to go around the government if they have any hope of cracking the case. We talk about all the espionage easter eggs, the history of spycraft, and when Barnaby goes power mad!

Secrets & Spies - Series 12, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #29 - The Sting of Death

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Eric and Eileen are buzzing about THE STING OF DEATH! Barnaby and Winter investigate a series of bee-related murders while dealing with a creepy yoga teacher, an angry priest, and a couple of mead makers....that last one is pretty disturbing. Join us as we dig deep into all the bee jokes, the lazy investigation, and Sarah's failed push to get John healthy.

THE STING OF DEATH - Series 21, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #28 - Hidden Depths

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Eileen and Eric disagree over the infamous HIDDEN DEPTHS, the one the fans all know as the wine catapult episode! Barnaby and Scott investigate a series of gruesome murders that all tie into a not-that-complicated wine scam. Can they stop the murderer before John has to take his wife to a fancy dinner? Of course not! We talk wine fraud, grisley murders, and Joyce's best life.

Hidden Depths - Series 8, Episode 6

Welcome To Midsomer #27 - The Incident At Cooper Hill

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This time around Eileen and Eric are discussing THE INCIDENT AT COPPER HILL. When someone starts using a black goo to murder people, Barnaby and Nelson have to investigate a series of UFO sightings. Is it little green men? Is it a military cover-up? Or is someone dredging up long buried secrets? The answer is definitely two of these. We talk about sequelitis, the history of UFOlogy, and really terrible ways to murder someone!

THE INCIDENT AT COOPER HILL - Series 18, Episode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #26 - Dead Man's Eleven

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Eileen and Eric go all the way back to the second series to talk DEAD MAN'S ELEVEN. Someone seems to have it in for Robert Cavendish, but he's also a wealthy monster so it's kind of OK? Barnaby and Troy have to tackle a nice game of cricket to solve this one. We talk the history of the game, a couple of really horny Christians, and when are we ok with someone getting murdered on this show?

Dead Man's Eleven - Series 2, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #25 - Country Matters

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Eileen and Eric visit the village of Everton-Cum-Lafferty to discuss COUNTRY MATTERS, the so-called "sexy episode" of Midsomer Murders. Barnaby and Jones invetigate the murder of a frequent customer of the local "business." Who done it? Is it the homemaker? The domme? The...ummm...I wan't to say wood nymph? We discuss the history of sex work, some truly terrifying characters, and Barnaby's new child informants!

Country Matters - Series 9, episode 6

Welcome To Midsomer #24 - The Dark Rider

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This time, we're pointing out all the weird things we loved in THE DARK RIDER, the story of an upper class family being murdered, possibly by a headless ghost! Does that sound like a Scooby Doo episode? Because it is! And that's not all we talk about including creepy twins, firedancing, and English civil war reenactments gone horribly wrong. This episode is a keeper.

The Dark Rider - Series 15, Episode 1

Welcome To Midsomer #23 - Crime And Punishment

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Someone is murdering the members of the Bleakridge Neighborhood Watch, which is kind of ironic...don't you think? Can Barnaby and Winter catch the culprit? Can Winter get a date with Coroner Kam? Find out as we breakdown the history of neighborhood policing, discuss unresolved story lines, and try to figure out if this is a BDSM village!

Crime & Punishment - Series 19, Episode 2

BONUS!!!! - WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

A special request from Eric and Eileen to their listeners in advance of our 2nd anniversary! We want to hear from you. How did you discover Midsomer? Who's your favorite Barnaby? What's your favorite episodes? Let us know and we will create a special anniversary show of your stories!

Welcome To Midsomer #22 - They Seek Him Here

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Eric and Eileen slice into They Seek Him Here, where people involved with the making of a Scarlet Pimpernel film are getting their heads chopped off. Can Barnaby and Jones solve the case or are they too distracted chasing around an ex-con? We look at the history of the classic novel, poorly run film sets, and Barnaby as a bad neighbor. Oh, and our quest to talk to Chris Wilson begins! What does that mean? Listen and find out!

They Seek Him Here - Series 10, Episode 7

Welcome To Midsomer #21 - Talking To The Dead with Alice Bell

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we discuss the classic TALKING TO THE DEAD! Barnaby and Jones try to solve the disappearance of two families in the village of Bow Clayton. Did the ghosts in the nearby woods get them? Or is it something less Scooby Doo and more sinister? We're talking English monasteries, fake psychics, and sex bombs along with our special guest --- Alice Bell, author of GRAVE EXPECTATIONS!

TALKING TO THE DEAD - Series 11, Epsiode 7 - watch it on YouTube

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Welcome To Midsomer #20 - Market For Murder

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we are discussing the classic episode MARKET FOR MURDER. The members of an all women's investment group are being murdered. Can Barnaby and Troy solve the crime before the killer cashes out? Yes. Can they solve it before Barnaby goes broke? ……No. We discuss the history of the stock market, sexy pool guys, and why Barnaby can’t spell!

MARKET FOR MURDER - Series 5, Episode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #19 - The Ballad of Midsomer County

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

At a folk festival in Midsomer, several murders are tied to a dead performer and a classic folk song. Barnaby and Nelson have to solve the murder or else this folk festival will have to send all 10 of the fans home. We discuss eels and eggs, the true Midsomer theme song and the history of folk music as we look at THE BALLAD OF MIDSOMER!

We discuss The Ballad of Midsomer - Series 17, episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #18 - Death in Disguise

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

For this episode, we are going all the way back to series 1 for DEATH IN DISGUISE! Barnaby and Troy after to solve a series of murders at a New Age commune before the acorn coffee kicks in. Can they uncleanse thier third eyes to reveal the killer? We discuss the history of the New Age movement, a more prickly Barnaby, and how much cocaine one mom can do....

Welcome To Midsomer #17 - Send In The Clowns

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This time we are talking the series 20 episode, Send In The Clowns. The bodies are piling up at the Ferabbee Circus and Barnaby and Winter thinks it has something to do with the creepy clown terrifying the local village. We're talking the history of the circus, just what the heck is wrong with THIS circus, and the worst job in all of Midsomer!

SEND IN THE CLOWNS - Series 20, Episode 6

Welcome To Midsomer #16 - The Electric Vendetta

Wed, 31 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This time, we are discussing the season 5 classic The Electric Vendetta. Naked bodies keep appearing in crop circles in Midsomer. Is it the work of aliens? Only Barnaby and Troy can unravel this x-file. We're talking the history of crop circles, toxic men and the women who love them, and so many naked butts!

THE ELECTRIC VENDETTA - Series 4, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #15 - A Sacred Trust

Wed, 10 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This time we are discussing A Sacred Trust so you know what that means...NUNS! Barnaby and Jones have to solve some murders surrounding a priory and you won't see the ending coming. Seriously. It comes out of nowhere! We discuss the history of Catholicism in England, the cycle of abuse, and Jones looking good in a habit.

A Sacred Trust - Series 14, Episode 7

Welcome To Midsomer #14 - Small Mercies

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Eileen and Eric visit the village of Little Worthy, where people surrounding a miniature village keep winding up murdered. We're taling SMALL MERCIES, the classic episode featuring future Oscar winner Olivia Colman! We discuss the history of minature villages, how some plotlines just seem to go nowhere, and that crazy craft race. Did we mention Olivia Colman? She's great. She won the Oscar you know. Not for this, though.

Small Mercies - Series 12, Episode 5

Welcome To Midsomer #13 - Dressed To Kill

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Barnaby and Winters have to investigate murders surrounding a drag show in an episode as ripped from the headlines as Midsomer Murders ever gets. We discuss the history of drag shows as well as the current attacks against them and how they connect with this episode. We also talk about the current state of Midsomer Murders and just what's going on with Winters. Oh and someone we haven't seen in a while returns....

Dressed To Kill - Series 23, Episode 4

Welcome To Midsomer #12 - Bad Tidings

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This month, Eileen and Eric talk about Bad Tidings, the series 7 episode that introduces us to DS Scott! In Midsomer Mallow, people are getting stabbed. Barnaby and Scott have to figure out the motives behind the killings and what it has to do with Cully's school friends. Learn why Spanish Night is probably not a great idea anymore, see Ruth Jones before she created Gavin & Stacy, and try to discover why Cully's friends don't seem to like her very much.

Bad Tidings - Series 7, Episode 2

Welcome To Midsomer #11 The Ghost of Causton Abbey

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This month, Eileen and Eric pull up for a pint to discuss the 20th series episode The Ghost of Causton Abbey. When a body is found in a vat at an old abbey-turned-brewery, Barnaby, Winters and new coroner Fleur Perkins have to unravel who's trying to spoil the brew. Join Eileen and Eric as they discuss the history of beer, the effects of alcoholism on this whole thing, and just what is the proper etiquette for a one night stand.

The Ghost of Causton Abbey - Series 20, Episode 1

Welcome To Midsomer #10 - A Christmas Haunting

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 01:00:00 -0500

It's the holidays and our gift to you is A Christmas Haunting! When murders start happening around a village's ghost hunt, it's up to Barnaby and Nelson to figure out who is behind the dastardly deeds before they ruin Christmas! In this episode we discuss important first impressions, the history of ghost stories at Christmas, and naming your baby "Bump." Happy Holidays!

A Christmas Haunting - Series 16, Episode 1

Welcome To Midsomer #09 - A Tale of Two Hamlets

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

This month, Eileen and Eric are visiting the episode A Tale of Two Hamlets, the story of Upper and Lower Warden and their battle of the classes that turns explosive. We discuss the strange family relations of the Smythe-Websters, the history of Communism, the wonderful performance of Anne Reid, and just why does everyone like Danny so much!

A Tale of Two Hamlets - Series 6, Episode 4

Welcome to Midsomer #08 - Master Class

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400

This month, Eileen and Eric are visiting the episode Master Class, starring the great James Fox in a role that ranks as one of the ickiest. We discuss when the show breaks their classic format, the dark history of eugenics, and just why is Barnaby investigating anything here? Oh and we try to figure out what Joyce's job is!

Master Class - Series 13, Episode 5

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Welcome To Midsomer #07- Judgement Day

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400

This month, Eileen and Eric visit the classic episode Judgement Day, better known as the one where Orlando Bloom gets stabbed with a pitchfork! We go deep into the perfect English village competition, creepy child killers, and a lot of very recognizable actors! Just don't drink the wine....

Judgement Day - Series 3, Episode 3

Welcome To Midsomer #06 - The Witches of Angel's Rise

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

This month, Eric and Eileen tackle the most recent episode of Midsomer Murders - The Witches of Angels Rise. Barnaby and Winter try to solve some murders at a local psychic fair while we try to solve the mystery of just what's going on with MM these days. We discuss just what kind of a weird fair is this, why does Barnaby keep having to be the hero, and all things Fleur.

The Witches of Angel's Rise - Series 22, Episode 6

Welcome To Midsomer #05 The Killings of Copenhagen

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Eileen and Eric are back to discuss the 16th series episode The Killings of Copenhagen. They dig into Norwegian Noir, cookie factories, and why so many killers are clearly insane but seem so normal! Also, we welcome a new edition to the Barnaby family!

The Killings of Copenhagen - Series 16, Episode 5

Welcome To Midsomer #04 - Death and the Divas

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Someone is murdering people surrounding a classic horror movie actress. Are they trying to recreate their greatest performances? Eric and Eileen dive deep into their first John Barnaby episode. They discuss Hammer Horror films, "Naughty Colin", and the difference a Barnaby can make.

Death and the Diva - Series 15, Episode 4

Welcome To Midsomer #3.5 - Bonus

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Eric and Eileen pop in to whet your appetites for the next full episode as well as ask you to send us your episode requests! What Midsomer Murder do you want to hear us discuss? What's your favorite strange kill? What's big reveal made you ooooh and aaaah? We want to know!
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Welcome to Midsomer #03 - The Maid In Splendour

Wed, 18 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Eric and Eileen raise a glass to murder in this episode as they discuss the season 7 episode The Maid in Splendour. Who is shooting people connected with a local pub? Why is a real estate company buying up an English village? And what is a a Benbow? Find out all this and more in this month's episode.

The Maid in Splendour - Series 7, Episode 5

WTM #2.5 BONUS!!!! - Dollhouse Blues

Wed, 04 May 2022 12:00:00 -0400

Just a tiny tidbit to tide you over until our next full episode. We discuss the lyrics of Dollhouse Blues and the best place to pack your vodka bottle.

Welcome To Midsomer #02 - The Axeman Cometh

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

This month, Eric and Eileen investigate the Midsomer Murders classic THE AXEMAN COMETH! When members of a classic rock band start dropping like flies, it's up to Barnaby and Jones to solve the case. But first Tom is going to have to put down the air guitar and talking about "the true blues path." Can he do it? Ummmm....barely. Come join us as we look at the strange murders, the strange characters, and just what is going on with Barnaby.

The Axeman Cometh - Series 10, episode 7

Welcome To Midsomer #01 - The Killings At Badger's Drift

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400

This is it! Our first episode! Eileen and Eric sit down with bestselling novelist and editor Juliet Grames to discuss the very first episode of Midsomer Murders - The Killings At Badger's Drift. They talk about how this episode set the template for the entire series, just how convoluted the murder plot actually was, and the glorious characters that are The Rainbirds. It's the episode that started it all and we can't be more excited to get into it.

The Killings At Badgers Drift - Pilot episode, or series 1, episode 1 depending on your player

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