Paul Aitken - Did Murdoch Mysteries Accidentally Invent the Modern Cozy-Crime Genre?

Did Murdoch Mysteries Accidentally Invent the Modern Cozy-Crime Genre? Veteran Murdoch Mysteries writer and executive producer Paul Aitken joins us to discuss the show's lasting influence on mystery television. Together, we explore how Murdoch found the balance between comfort, character, humour, and murder, and whether it quietly helped define what audiences now recognize as modern cozy crime.

Superfans Jason Mewes and Matt Goehring are diving into Murdoch Mysteries in a rewatch podcast that’s fresh, bold, and full of surprises. Each week, they unpack the cases, characters, inventions, and twists that make this series a global favourite, while going deeper with the show’s stars, key creatives, and their celebrity friends who love it too. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just curious about the world of Murdoch Mysteries, this podcast is both a way in and a way to go deeper.

Produced by Raza Gilani

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