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John and Heidi bring the long-running podcast to a close with polls, feedback, fireworks and the occasional cutting of onions. A.P.B.: 00:01:18 - Thanks to support from the listeners of this podcast and elsewhere, John is finally financially secure to relocate and is hopeful in finding a new home. Meanwhile, Heidi has been promoted at work and is ever closer to her masters degree. Poll Results: 00:23:14 - The results of the month-long polls are in, including Baddest Villain, Favorite Guest Star, Best Kiss and more! Feedback: 01:56:59 - Europa writes in with her picks for favorite and worst episodes and moments, including honorable mentions. 02:33:43 - Marissa writes in to say goodbye to the series and the podcast. 02:39:09 - Cathie writes in to recollect on memorable Castle moments and to say goodbye to the podcast. 02:54:37 - Mariela writes in to say goodbye to the series and the podcast. 02:57:11 - Gayna writes in to cut some onions and drive down memory lane. The Murder Board: 03:12:32 - Melissa and Jonathan stop by the Facebook page to say their fond farewells. Outro: 03:13:15 - Thank you all for your love and support these last eight years. We are forever grateful.... Always. Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.

For one last time, John and Heidi are joined by the Storming The Castle Podcast to discuss the remainder of Season 8 and all the behind-the-scenes events and speculations it resulted from. Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Thanks!

The mystery of Loksat is revealed in the series finale of Castle, "Crossfire". Recap: 00:01:21 - 8x22, "Crossfire". Review: 00:04:28 - A mixed bag throughout but the wrap-up leaves John and Heidi quite pleased. Feedback: 00:29:48 - Gayna writes in about "Crossfire". 00:55:36 - Cathie writes in about "Crossfire". The Murder Board: 01:20:24 - Roger, Simone, Marissa, Mariela, Matt A, Janna and Melissa utilize the Facebook page to share their thoughts on the series finale. Outro: 01:29:55 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Thanks!

An escaped mental patient who believed he was destined to kill the Anti-Christ, dies in Rick's office in the 21st episode from Castle's 8th season, "Hell To Pay". A.P.B.: 00:00:35 - John talks about the aftermath of his dog's passing and going through routine motions as if Gracie were still alive. Meanwhile, Heidi is enjoying a Disney Original Movies marathon. Child actors also get discussed. Recap: 00:18:08 - 8x21 "Hell To Pay". Review: 00:21:13 - John liked this one quite a bit. Heidi, not so much. Feedback: 00:48:43 - Cathie writes in about "Hell To Pay". 01:01:23 - Gayna writes in about "Hell To Pay". The Murder Board: 01:07:54 - Kari, Marissa and Simone visit the Facebook page to discuss this episode. Outro: 01:11:14 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Thanks!

A stage actor is murdered and a crime boss kidnaps Rick in the 20th episode of Castle's 8th season, "Much Ado About Murder". A.P.B.: 00:00:35 - John shares his final moments with his dog, Gracie before having to put her to sleep and also gives thanks to listeners for their love and support. Meanwhile, Heidi talks running, beer in Utah cinemas and bizarre, outdated laws. News: 00:32:41 - Two more Nikki Heat novels are on the way. Recap: 00:37:32 - 8x20, "Much Ado About Murder". Review: 00:40:52 - An enjoyable, if a bit predictable episode for both hosts. Feedback: 00:58:57 - Cathie writes in about "Much Ado About Murder". 01:04:27 - Gayna writes in about "Much Ado About Murder". The Murder Board: 01:10:56 - Simone goes to the Facebook group to discuss the episode. Outro: 01:13:17 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Thanks!

In this episode of Castlecast, Cathie joins Heidi to talk about Dead Again. John has had a very sad week, and needed some time. Please support him here: https://www.gofundme.com/jti3w0 Cathie and Heidi talk about the cancellation news as well as the polls on the Murder Board leading up to the final Castlecast episode. We have feedback from Gayna (she's alive!) as well as Cathie herself.

Hayley unwittingly becomes a murder suspect and runs into a ghost from her past in the 18th episode from Castle's 8th season, "Backstabber". A.P.B.: 00:00:34 - John made a sale at his Etsy Store but unfortunately, everything goes horribly wrong afterwards, resulting in having to take two dogs to a shelter. Meanwhile, Heidi's feeling much better after physical therapy, to the point she decided to run a 5k. Bad weather gets briefly discussed. News: 00:29:18 - Castle has lost a couple of writers. 00:31:26 - Castlecast announces what's ahead for the podcast. Recap: 00:33:35 - 8x18 "Backstabber". Review: 00:36:16 - It's a mixed bag this week, with some frustrations and a few high marks. Feedback: 00:53:12 - Cathie writes in about "Backstabber". The Murder Board: 01:11:05 - Simone and Kari spend some time on the Facebook group page to discuss this episode. Music Appreciation: 01:12:51 - "Interrogating Amanda" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:16:48 - 2 Guys, A Girl & A Goblin. Spoilers: 01:17:48 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:21:23 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.

Castle believes a man's murder is due to a magic lamp and a spiteful genie in the 17th episode from Castle's 8th season, "Death Wish". A.P.B.: 00:00:34 - John's potential roommate plans have fallen through, so his focus is currently on Gracie, his dog. Meanwhile, Heidi apparently had a rib out of place. That's right, a rib. The juxtaposition between "morning people" and "night owls" is also discussed. News: 00:12:28 - TV Fanatic has a poll on whether fans will continue with Castle after Stana Katic leaves the show. 00:17:26 - Nathan Fillion will appear in Guardians of the Galaxy 2. Recap: 00:20:37 - 8x17 "Death Wish". Review: 00:29:14 - Genies are fun. Feedback: 00:41:05 - Europa writes in about Stana's impending departure from Castle. 01:13:57 - Cathie writes in about "Death Wish". Music Appreciation: 01:28:16 - "Interrogating Amanda" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:30:14 - Galactic Netcasts. Spoilers: 01:31:19 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:33:53 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.

Esposito reunites with an ex-girlfriend he arrested and sent away, in order to solve a murder in the 16th episode from Castle's 8th season, "Heartbreaker". A.P.B.: 00:00:34 - John updates listeners on his Mom's life insurance policies, is frustrated by the Federal Trade Commission and expresses concern for the health of his dog, Gracie. Meanwhile, Heidi has a brief review of Zootopia and talks about having crippling back problems. News: 00:12:37 - Castle is airing a day early in Canada. 00:14:09 - TV Line talks to the showrunners about an upcoming guest appearance by Jewel Staite. Recap: 00:15:59 - 8x16, "Heartbreaker". Review: 00:17:25 - Due to low expectations, Joh and Heidi are surprised at how much they enjoyed this Esposito-centered episode. Feedback: 00:28:16 - Cathie writes in about "Heartbreaker". 00:40:38 - Melissa writes in about Stana Katic's exit from Castle. The Murder Board: 00:52:02 - Simone and Mariela visit the Facebook group to discuss "Heartbreaker". Music Appreciation: 00:55:09 - "Yankman" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 00:56:52 - The Jock and Nerd Podcast. Spoilers: 00:57:23 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 00:59:48 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.

John and Heidi forego the traditional show format to bring you an unedited, impromptu discussion about a new development for Castle and what it could mean for the future of the series, as well as the future of this very podcast! Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper.

A cop from a training academy is murdered by one of his fellow officers in the 15th episode from Castle's 8th season, "Fidelis Ad Mortem". A.P.B.: 00:00:37 - John has some promising news regarding his future living and financial situations. Meanwhile, Heidi shares her recent experiences at the Salt Lake FanX. This leads to a brief discussion of Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice. Recap: 00:29:31 - 8x15 "Fidelis Ad Mortem". Review: 00:39:12 - A rocky start and some out-of-character show moments aside, this episode is well received. Feedback: 00:50:23 - Cathie writes in about "Fidelis Ad Mortem". Music Appreciation: 01:07:52 - "That's What Friends Do" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:08:58 - Comic Book Central. Spoilers: 01:10:47 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:12:39 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.

Rick travels to Los Angeles to learn about his missing time, solve a murder and meet The Greatest Detective Society in the 14th episode of Castle's 8th season, "The GDS". A.P.B.: 00:00:37 - John has an emergency announcement regarding the subject of last week's APB. He's also discovered a stray cat residing in his Mother's room, which leads to a story about one of her previous dogs. Meanwhile, Heidi talks about her eventful Spring Break, which leads to a discussion about healthy ways to lose weight and what not to do. News: 00:25:58 - Stana Katic contributed to a charity auction, which you can learn about here. 00:29:04 - Courtesy of Castle writer Rob Hanning, we have air dates for a few episodes, including the season finale. Recap: 00:30:52 - 8x14, "The GDS". Review: 00:40:08 - Despite a disappointing lack of Summer Glau, the episode gets a pass. Voice Mail: 01:07:17 - Cathie calls in about "The GDS". 01:16:24 - Gayna calls in about "The GDS". The Murder Board: 01:27:15 - Theresa, Mariela and Marissa take to the Facebook page to discuss this week's episode. Music Appreciation: 01:30:14 - "Bathroom" by Robert Duncan Ad Break: 01:31:58 - Bureau 42. Spoilers: 01:33:00 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:36:06 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.

Rick poses as a French Canadian, in order to help Beckett solve a murder in the 13th episode of Castle's 8th season, "And Justice For All". A.P.B.: 00:00:39 - John talks about being hand delivered a summons and requests financial support for attorney fees. He's also attempting to apply for Disability Benefits. Meanwhile, Heidi is a good five episodes deep in the new Netflix series, Fuller House. News: 00:19:54 - Castle will not be airing on March 14th. Recap: 00:22:23 - 8x13, "And Justice For All". Review: 00:32:57 - John was more or less pleased with this episode. Heidi was less impressed. Feedback: 00:43:09 - Cathie writes in about "And Justice For All". 00:51:44 - Gayna writes in about "And Justice For All". Music Appreciation: 01:04:49 - "Morgue" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:06:03 - If You Like Podcast. Spoilers: 01:06:33 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:09:46 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.

Rick and Kate are separated and trapped in a deadly, social experiment in the 12th episode from Castle's 8th season, "The Blame Game". A.P.B.: 00:00:36 - John has discovered more potential vermin behind another wall and has successfully mailed his claim form for his Mother's life insurance policies. Meanwhile, Heidi and her family literally walked into a Yeti Festival, or something. Recap: 00:11:28 - 8x12, "The Blame Game". Review: 00:21:23 - John and Heidi both loved this episode to bits. Their discussion leads to talk of the Saw franchise. Feedback: 00:41:24 - Cathie writes in about "The Blame Game". 00:53:12 - Gayna writes in about "The Blame Game". Music Appreciation: 01:05:43 - "Money At Your House" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:08:35 - "The Casebook Of Esho St. Claire" by Scott Roche. Spoilers: 01:09:10 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:11:24 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper. Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.

Once again, brevity is the order of the day, which means this post will be without show notes. Please enjoy this mostly un-edited discussion of the 11th episode from Castle's 8th season, "Dead Red."