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…

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! Ther…

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…

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! There Are No Gays In Montana Coming out ca…

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 w…

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 & Sp…

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 …

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 mur…

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 …

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 w…

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 …

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 e…

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 & Pu…

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! Created, produced, and hosted by Eileen Becker and Eric Buscher S…

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 …

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 --- Ali…

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! MAR…

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 …

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 c…

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…

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, Episod…

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,…

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 Oli…

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 w…

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 …

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…

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 "…

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 …

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…

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 There Are No Gays In M…

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…

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 There Are No Gays In Montana Coming out can be …

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 There Are No Gays In Mon…

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! Email us at welcometomidsomer@gmail.com and tell us what YOU, the listener, …

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 Ther…

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. Created, produced, and hosted by Eileen Becker and Eric Buscher Send us email! We love it and crave validation! Write to us at welcometomidsomer@gmail.com Links Website - www.welcometomidsomer.com F…

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 lo…

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…

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Phillip Vannini is a professor and ethnographer at Royal Roads School of Communication and Culture. His recent work includes the documentary film Life off Grid, and the book (and documentary film) Inhabited, Wildness and the Vitality of the Land. This recent work centers around concepts of wilderness, wildness, and wild, and how these mean differen…

Sally Gepp is an environmental lawyer and has practises as a barrister sole in New Zealand. She worked for nine years with environmental NGO Forest & Bird specializing in environmental law, and since 2019 has been working in environmental law independently. She has appeared as counsel in a number of high profile cases including in relation to the R…

Eric R. Eaton is a writer and is author of Wasps: The Astonishing Diversity of a Misunderstood Insect (Princeton University Press, 2021), and the forthcoming Insectpedia (Princeton University Press, 2022). He is also lead author of the Kaufman Field Guide to Insects of North America (Houghton Mifflin Company, 2007), and co-author of Insects Did It …

Dr. Bram Büscher is Professor and Chair of the Sociology of Development and Change group at Wageningen University and holds visiting positions at the University of Johannesburg and Stellenbosch University. His research looks at the political economy of environment and development, including in the politics of conservation, energy and extraction, ec…

Dr. Rachel Engler-Stringer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Community Health and Epidemiology in the College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan and a researcher with the Saskatchewan Population Health and Evaluation Research Unit. She is currently the chair of the Saskatoon Food Council, has a doctorate in nutrition and her…

This episode is part 2 of a conversation with Dr. Chris Todd. We discuss the collapse of Laurentian University, graduate student funding and the economics of tertiary education, and the breadth of expectations for academic positions. Check out www.talkingferal.com for more information and extra content!…

A short episode where I chat with my dog, Willow, about defining our roles in society with qualifications, finding the time to think in a doctorate of philosophy, and mechanistic conservation.By Paul Boyce

Chris Todd is a Professor and Head of the Department of Biology in the College of Arts and Science at the University of Saskatchewan. He is a plant molecular biologist with a research program focusing on molecular mechanisms driving plant responses to biotic and abiotic stresses. Chris has been with the University of Saskatchewan since 2005 and is …

Clara Superbie is a PhD student in the McLoughlin lab in Population Ecology (University of Saskatchewan) where she works on understanding how caribou respond to predation pressure and resource availability in an environment largely dominated by wildfires. Clara grew up in France where she completed an undergrad in Biology at the University Paris-Sa…

Jessica Hogan is a PhD student at the University of St Andrews in Scotland. Her research focuses primarily on energy justice and what is called distributional justice. She researches how costs and benefits are shared in new energy developments, and specifically aims to investigate how different community benefits may change the experience of the co…

Michael Paul Nelson is an environmental scholar and professor of environmental ethics and philosophy at Oregon State University. His research and teaching focus is environmental ethics and philosophy including concepts of wilderness, the philosophy of ecology, hunting ethics and theories of environmental education. His work also spans topics in wil…