Overview: In the next episode of our Castle Unit, Crystal and Neoshia break down Castle Season 2, Episode 11, "The Fifth Bullet." Castle and Beckett investigate the murder of a man who may have been murdered by someone who doesn't even remember who he is.

Recording Date: September 9, 2026

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Overview: Crystal and Karin welcome Rom-Com Consultant Orlaith to break down The Mentalist Season 2, Episode 8, "His Red Right Hand." When tragedy strikes the CBI, Jane and Lisbon must lead the team in finding the person responsible.

Recording Date: August 27, 2026

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Darkening Sky by Peter Bradley Adams

Hosted by: Crystal Watanabe and Karin Lubbers

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Overview: Crystal and Tara welcome consultant Angela to break down Lucifer Season 2, Episode 13, "A Good Day to Die." Lucifer and Chloe race against the clock to save her from a deadly poison given to her by Professor Carlisle. Get the scoop on Crystal's and Tara's Good, Bad, and Crispy, then take the LuciQuiz and see how much you remember.

Recording Date: August 23, 2026

Hosted by: Crystal Watanabe and Tara Avery

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Overview: In the next episode of our Castle Unit, Crystal and Neoshia break down Castle Season 2, Episode 10, "One Man's Treasure." Castle and Beckett investigate the murder of a man who appears to have two families.

Recording Date: August 19, 2026

Hosted by: Crystal Watanabe and Neoshia Roemer

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Overview: Crystal and Karin break down The Mentalist Season 2, Episode 7, "Red Bulls." When Bosco's and Lisbon's teams wind up at the same crime scene, Minelli makes them join forces to find a kidnapped woman.

Recording Date: August 7, 2026

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Overview: Crystal and Tara break down Lucifer Season 2, Episode 12, "Love Handles." Lucifer and Chloe must catch a serial poisoner while also navigating the next evolution in their relationship. Get the scoop on Crystal's and Tara's Good, Bad, and Crispy, then take the LuciQuiz and see how much you remember.

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Recording Date: August 6, 2026

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Overview: In the next episode of our Castle Unit, Crystal and Neoshia break down Castle Season 2, Episode 9, "Love Me Dead." Castle and Beckett investigate the murder of an assistant district attorney in an effort to get closer to him.

Recording Date: July 27, 2026

Hosted by: Crystal Watanabe and Neoshia Roemer

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Overview: Crystal and Karin welcome Neoshia to break down The Mentalist Season 2, Episode 6, "Black Gold and Red Blood." When Patrick Jane is arrested for eavesdropping on Agent Bosco, he ends up solving the case... from jail.

Recording Date: July 12 and 20, 2026

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Repercussions by nitro9 (rated T)
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