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A Japanese hostess is murdered by a Ninja. Yes, a Ninja in the 18th episode from Castle's 6th season, "The Way of the Ninja". A.P.B.: 00:00:37 - John and Heidi discuss The Veronica Mars Movie (spoiler-free), including a theory John has on the main character. Meanwhile, Heidi talks about cats and surgery. News: 00:21:14 - The season 6 finale will air May 12th. Recap: 00:24:02 - 6x18, "The Way of the Ninja". Review: 00:29:27 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on the episode. Feedback: 00:43:10 - Cathie writes in about "The Way of the Ninja". The Murder Board: 00:57:47 - Marissa, Simone, Daniella and Fran discuss the episode in the Facebook Group. Next Episode: 01:03:04 - We review 6x19, "The Greater Good". Music Appreciation: 01:03:52 - "Over Easy" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:05:37 - The Truth About Special Needs. Spoilers: 01:06:17 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:07:40 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.   

    Beckett must go undercover as a courier but soon discovers she's actually supposed to be a contract assassin in the 17th episode from Castle's 6th season, "In the Belly of the Beast". A.P.B.: 00:00:37 - John shares the ups and downs of getting a new computer, dealing with a new operating system and transferring old files to a new hard drive. Meanwhile, Heidi is using Spring Break to work on school and career stuff, because she's weird like that. News: 00:12:17 - Molly Quinn recently provided her voice in an episode of the Night Vale Radio podcast. 00:14:04 - Castle is moving from Sundays back to Mondays for Canadian viewers. 00:15:22 - Castle turned 5 on March 9th! Recap: 00:16:42 - 6x17, "In the Belly of the Beast". Review: 00:22:14 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on the episode. Feedback: 00:39:18 - Cathie writes in about "In the Belly of the Beast", with a link on the mansion used in the episode. 00:55:14 - Simone writes in about "In the Belly of the Beast". 01:00:43 - Gayna writes in about "In the Belly of the Beast", including some Bloopers from season 2. The Murder Board: 01:12:01 - Daniella chimes in on the episode via the Facebook Group. Next Episode: 01:14:30 - We review 6x18, "The Way Of The Ninja". Music Appreciation: 01:14:54 - "Castle Vs. Sorenson" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:15:22 - Pop Mockers Podcast. Spoilers: 01:16:22 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:17:33 - Please follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission. 

Room 147 Three different people try to confess to the same murder in the sixteenth episode of Castle's sixth season, "Room 147". A.P.B.: 00:00:38 - John talks about a sick dog and an upsetting thread on Whedonesque. Meanwhile, Heidi's been keeping up with schoolwork and recently saw a musical. News: 00:16:38 - We have release dates for upcoming Castle books, graphic novels and trading cards. Recap: 00:20:19 - 6x16, "Room 147". Review: 00:25:41 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on the episode. Feedback: 00:43:35 - Gayna writes in about "Room 147". 00:58:43 - Cathie writes in about "Room 147". The Murder Board: 01:09:40 - Daniella, Simone and Fran chime in on the episode, via the Facebook Group page. Next Episode: 01:13:20 - We review 6x17, "In the Belly of the Beast". Music Appreciation: 01:13:48 - "It's All About Choices" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:14:49 - Tales In The Archives, Volume Three. Spoilers: 01:16:06 - TVLine.com talks to Stana Katic about an upcoming episode. 01:17:59 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:19:04 - Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.   

A girl may have been murdered by way of Telekinesis, in the fifteenth episode from Caslte's sixth season, "Smells Like Teen Spirit". A.P.B.: 00:00:37 - John and Heidi lament the shutting down of their Cafepress Store. News: 00:08:24 - A 23rd episode gets added to Castle's 6th season. Recap: 00:10:08 - 6x15, "Smells Like Teen Spirit". Review: 00:15:13 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on the episode, as well as their own personal stories about Prom. Feedback: 00:33:47 - Gayna writes in to throw in her two cents on Beckett's wedding dress, before moving onto "Smells Like Teen Spirit". 00:51:12 - Simone writes in about "Smells Like Teen Spirit". 00:57:09 - Cathie writes in about "Smells Like Teen Spirit". 01:08:57 - Europa writes in about cry-laughing (Oops!) and "Smells Like Teen Spirit". She also includes some season 6 promotional photos. The Murder Board: 01:29:00 - Yulii and Fran chime in on this episode by way of the Facebook Group page. Next Episode: 01:36:54 - We review 6x16, "Room 147". Music Appreciation: 01:37:29 - "Personal Connection" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:38:11 - Down Below Podcast. Spoilers: 01:39:02 - TVLine.com has info on the 20th episode. 01:40:29 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:41:57 - Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission. 

  In this Priors edition of the podcast, John and Heidi review Joss Whedon's recent, modern-day adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing". A.P.B.: 00:00:41 - John talks about looking at a house and seeing The Lego Movie with his family. Meanwhile, Heidi talks about pre-ordering her opening weekend tickets for the Veronica Mars movie. Heidi also talks about some family heirlooms. Also, Valentine's Day was a thing that happened. News: 00:21:32 - TVLine.com includes Castle in their list of 19 Best Kisses in TV History. Recap: 00:25:09 - General thoughts on "Much Ado About Nothing". Review: 00:37:59 - A more in depth, spoiler-filled review. Feedback: 00:59:09 - Cathie writes in about "Much Ado About Nothing". The Murder Board: 01:03:38 - Heather, Charles and Daniella take to the Facebook Group to discuss seeing the film, somewhat. Next Episode: 01:09:50 - We review 6x15, "Smells Like Teen Spirit". Music Appreciation: 01:10:50 - "A Giddy Thing" by Joss Whedon. Ad Break: 01:12:01 - The DexterCast. Spoilers: 01:13:01 - TVGuide.com talks to Andrew Marlowe about the next episode. Outro: 01:15:00 - Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks!

Fashion magazines, murder and a "butt-ugly" wedding dress all factor into the 14th episode from Castle's 6th season, "Dressed To Kill". A.P.B.: 00:00:37 - Heidi and John discuss transferring housing, home rental websites and the passing of Philip Seymour Hoffman, along with the upsetting, negativity that followed. News: 00:13:51 - Castle is up 10% in weekly audience and 8% in the target demographic, on track for the highest rated season, by far. Recap: 00:17:44 - 6x14, "Dressed To Kill". Review: 00:22:30 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on the episode, including a discussion about "the dress". Feedback: 00:40:48 - Europa writes in about "Dressed To Kill" and includes comparison images between Anna Wintour and Frances Fisher. 00:52:50 - Jesse writes in about "Dressed To Kill" and includes some Six Degrees of Joss Whedon. 00:55:38 - Cathie writes in about "Dressed To Kill". The Murder Board: 01:05:10 - Simone and Yulii take to the Facebook Group page to further discuss the episode. Next Episode: 01:13:42 - We review Joss Whedon's "Much Ado About Nothing", starring Nathan Fillion. Music Appreciation: 01:14:25 - "First Gun Battle" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:15:32 - The Tri-Tac Podcast. Spoilers: 01:16:33 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:18:42 - Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission. 

  A pop star may or may not be dead in the thirteenth episode from Castle's sixth season, "Limelight". A.P.B.: 00:00:36 - John talks about Wreck-It Ralph and the potential problems of framing your narrative around a preexisting intellectual property. Heidi talks about the coming adventure that is renovating and selling her family's house before she can move into her Grandfather's place. Recap: 00:14:36 - 6x13, "Limelight". Review: 00:18:54 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on the episode. Feedback: 00:31:08 - Cathie writes in about "Limelight". The Murder Board: 00:38:22 - Marissa, Simone and Fran discuss the finer points of the episode in the Facebook Group. Next Episode: 00:41:10 - We review 6x14, "Dressed To Kill". Music Appreciation: 00:41:47 - "Theater Chooses You" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 00:42:04 - Hey Kids Comics. Spoilers: 00:42:36 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 00:44:23 - Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission. 

  Castle's Dad returns in a murder-conspiracy plot for the 12th episode from Castle's 6th season, "Deep Cover". A.P.B.: 00:00:34 - John gives mini-reviews for The Call, Vehicle 19 and Jack Reacher. Meanwhile, Heidi has started watching Babylon 5 for the Down Below Podcast. The two of them also discuss rollerskating. News: 00:15:05 - The next Derrick Storm novel, Wild Storm and the next Nikki Heat novel, Raging Heat are now available for pre-order. 00:16:34 - Castle and Stana Katic were big winners at the People's Choice Awards. Recap: 00:17:30 - 6x12, "Deep Cover". Review: 00:23:24 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on this week's episode. Feedback: 00:34:13 - Europa writes in about "Deep Cover". 01:00:21 - Gayna writes in about "Deep Cover". The Murder Board: 01:16:18 - Roger, Michael, Fran and Simone chat about the episode on the Facebook Group. Next Episode: 01:21:05 - We review 6x13, "Limelight". Music Appreciation: 01:21:28 - "Dad's Watch" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:21:53 - Pandamic novel by Scott Sigler. Spoilers: 01:22:53 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:26:08 - Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission. 

Heidi and Kim get together to talk about the latest Richard Castle book, Deadly Heat.  Hilarity ensues when they can't figure out why they made certain notes.

  Ryan and Espo are trapped inside a burning building, while Jenny is about to deliver her baby in the eleventh episode of Castle's sixth season, "Under Fire". A.P.B.: 00:00:33 - John talks about finishing a viewing of Fringe and currently pouring through Leverage. Meanwhile, Heidi has started school and talks about seeing the Disney film, Frozen. News: 00:07:20 - The NY Times Film Critics suggested Nathan Fillion should be nominated for an Oscar for Much Ado About Nothing. You can read the full list here. Recap: 00:08:59 - 6x11, "Under Fire". Review: 00:13:26 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on the episode. Feedback: 00:24:30 - Gayna writes in about "Under Fire", sharing links to music for the episode and a performer's wikipedia page. 00:39:34 - Jesse writes in about "Under Fire". 00:41:51 - Cathie writes in about "Under Fire". The Murder Board: 00:52:03 - Roger, Yulii, Fran and Simone share a burning passion for this episode on the Facebook Group. Next Episode: 00:54:47 - We are reviewing 6x12, "Deep Cover". Music Appreciation: 00:55:12 - "Outsmarting A Monster" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 00:59:09 - The Mouse Castle Lounge. Spoilers: 00:59:38 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. 01:00:27 - TVLine.com has more information regarding the next episode. Outro: 01:02:21 - Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission. 

  In addition to catching up on feedback, John and Heidi hear from the listeners regarding hopes and expectations for the remainder of Castle's sixth season. A.P.B.: 00:01:04 - John laments a consistent cough, left over from being sick in November and is now sick again. John and Heidi share their experiences of the recent, Christmas holiday. News: 00:14:53 - Roger and Daniella are working on new promos for the podcast. 00:16:22 - TVLine.com names Pi the "most annoying character of 2013". Feedback: 00:21:01 - Natasha writes in about "Valkyrie" and "Dreamworld", complete with pictures and a Tumblr. 00:36:53 - Steven writes in about "Time Will Tell". 00:40:17 - Gayna writes in about "Time Will Tell". 00:51:19 - Pierre writes in about "Need To Know", "Number One Fan" and "Time Will Tell". 00:55:18 - Europa writes in about ratings, "Time Will Tell" and what this could mean for the future. 01:04:27 - Cathie writes in with her hopes for the remainder of season 6. 01:11:15 - Daniella writes in about predictions fulfilled, so far and what she hopes for later. Voice Mail: 01:18:57 - Jesse calls in to discuss his hopes for the rest of the season. Next Episode: 01:20:26 - We review 6x11, "Under Fire". Music Appreciation: 01:21:02 - "Interrogating Amanda" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:23:00 - Down Below, a Babylon 5 Introcast. Spoilers: 01:23:33 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:24:33 - Support the economy and buy something from our store! Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission. 

Merry Christmas! John and Heidi join the Storming The Castle podcast to discuss the first 10 episodes of Castle's 6th Season. 00:03:02 - Brief, general thoughts on the season, so far. 00:06:42 - Favorite moments involving the Supporting Cast. 00:18:12 - An extensive debate on the character of Pi. 00:33:02 - Favorite guest stars. 00:44:11 - A rant about Alexis and a problem with continuity. 00:53:51 - Favorite mysteries and episodes. 01:03:10 - Favorite Rick, Kate and Caskett moments. 01:13:50 - Predictions and preferences for the rest of the season. 01:33:24 - Ratings and final thoughts. Support the economy and buy something from our store! Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission. 

The Good, The Bad and The Baby A murdered man drops a baby off at a church and Caskett must find the kid's parents in the tenth episode from Castle's sixth season, "The Good, The Bad and The Baby". A.P.B.: 00:00:38 - John talks electric bills, air mattresses, minions and an early Christmas gift from Heidi, while Heidi talks finals, the GRE and participating in new podcasts. News: 00:16:50 - A Castle game for Mac and PC exists and you can download it RIGHT NOW! Recap: 00:21:05 - 6x10, "THe Good, The Bad and The Baby". Review: 00:26:37 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on the latest episode. Feedback: 00:38:57 - Cathie writes in about "The Good, The Bad and The Baby". 00:54:46 - Gayna writes in about "The Good, The Bad and The Baby". The Murder Board: 01:07:19 - Fran, Simone and Michael enjoy the fluffy fun that is this episode over at The Facebook Group. Next Episode: 01:09:33 - We cross over with Storming The Castle for a discussion on the first 10 episodes of the season. Music Appreciation: 01:10:18 - "Yankman" by Robert Duncan Ad Break: 01:12:01 - Weekly Comics Spotlight. Spoilers: 01:12:56 - TVGuide.com is brimming with plot info for a number of approaching episodes. 01:17:43 - Titles and airdates for four new episodes. Outro: 01:20:11 - Support the economy and buy something from our store! Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission. 

A dead body looking exactly like Lanie kicks off a very creepy (ding!) murder investigation in the ninth episode from Castle's sixth season, "Disciple". A.P.B.: 00:00:37 - John and Heidi discuss the weather in their respective locations and Heidi talks of the sudden passing of her Grandfather. During the podcast's hiatus, John was a guest on the Investigating Mars podcast. Recap: 00:12:57 - 6x09, "Disciple". Review: 00:17:49 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on the episode. Feedback: 00:35:07 - Gayna writes in about "Disciple". 00:48:54 - Pierre writes in about "Disciple". 00:51:15 - Europa writes in about "Disciple". 01:06:36 - Jesse writes in about "Disciple". 01:09:22 - Cathie writes in about "Disciple". 01:19:50 - Mike writes in about "Disciple". The Murder Board: 01:25:46 - Roger, Laura and Kari dig into specifics of the episode on the Facebook Group. Music Appreciation: 01:28:01 - "That's What Friends Do" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 01:29:07 - Teenage Wasteland Podcast. Spoilers: 01:29:45 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 01:31:19 - Support the economy and buy something from our store! Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission. 

  Everyone's after a giant diamond in the eighth episode from Castle's sixth season, "A Murder Is Forever". A.P.B.: 00:00:38 - John is down with the sickness. He also shares his entry from a Twitter background contest, judged by Sarah Michelle Gellar. Meanwhile, Heidi is excited for another Salt Lake City Comic-Con. News: 00:10:06 - After the 25th of this month, it looks like there may be no new episodes until January. 00:12:19 - A list of Castle-themed items for Christmas shopping, including a Castle Calendar, Castle Card Game, Deadly Heat Novel, Castle Season 5 on DVD and A Calm Before Storm Graphic Novel. Recap: 00:14:29 - 6x08, "A Murder Is Forever". Review: 00:19:42 - John and Heidi share their thoughts on the episode. Feedback: 00:28:44 - Cathie writes in about "A Murder Is Forever". 00:37:27 - Europa writes in about a specific scene from "Get A Clue", including Andrew Marlowe's explanation of the scene, in an interview with TVLine.com. The Murder Board: 00:41:46 - Michael, Kari, Fran and Simone have clowns on the brain in the Facebook Group. Next Episode: 00:46:10 - We review 6x09, "Disciple". Music Appreciation: 00:46:47 - "Bathroom" by Robert Duncan. Ad Break: 00:48:31 - DaFixer's Hideout. Spoilers: 00:50:02 - A certain someone talked to AntennaFree.TV and revealed his return to Castle! 00:52:26 - TVGuide.com has last minute info regarding the next episode. 00:53:44 - Title and synopsis for the next episode. Outro: 00:55:01 - Support the economy and buy something from our store! Be sure to follow us on Twitter, send us an e-mail and let us know your thoughts on the podcast and the show proper by calling the voice mail line at 478-227-4328 (HEAT). Be sure to include your name and what city you’re calling from. We’ll play it on the show. Thanks! Music for this podcast courtesy of Emmy-nominated, series composer, Robert Duncan. Used with permission.