Rom-Com Detectives
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
Co-hosts Crystal, Tara, Karin, and Neoshia break down and react to romantic comedy police procedurals. Currently watching: The Mentalist, Lucifer, and Castle.
Episodes
- Czech Mate - Castle Unit 2x05 "When the Bough Breaks"
Crystal Watanabe and Neoshia Roemer break down the Castle episode "When the Bough Breaks." The investigation centers on the death of an immigrant woman, while Castle grapples with his impending departure.
- Murderous Hot Potato - Lucifer Unit 2x08 "Trip to Stabby Town"
Crystal and Tara break down "Trip to Stabby Town," Lucifer Season 2, Episode 8. Lucifer navigates therapy and a murder investigation. The episode features their "Good, Bad, and Crispy" segment and a "LuciQuiz."
- Elvis is Back - Mentalist Unit 2x02 "The Scarlet Letter"
Crystal Watanabe and Karin Lubbers recap "The Scarlet Letter," Season 2, Episode 2 of The Mentalist. The episode involves the team investigating the death of a political aide found thrown from a bridge.
- Best Case Ever - Castle Unit 2x04 "Fool Me Once"
In Castle Unit 2x04, hosts Crystal and Neoshia break down the Castle episode "Fool Me Once." The detectives investigate a case where the victim is captured on video being murdered.
- The Dans are on the Case - Lucifer Unit 2x07 "My Little Monkey"
Crystal and Tara break down Lucifer Season 2, Episode 7, "My Little Monkey." The episode focuses on Chloe's preoccupation with her father's killer's murder and Lucifer shadowing Dan. The hosts discuss the episode's events, share their 'Goo…
- Mentalist Unit - The TV Police Q&A in The Mentalist Bullpen
This episode is a replay of the TV Police Live Q&A featuring Owain Yeoman and Tim Kang. The Q&A was held on the Mentalist Bullpen Discord server and hosted by Crystal Watanabe.
- A Wide Invisible Net - Mentalist Unit 2x01 "Redemption"
This episode of Rom-Com Detectives features hosts Crystal and Karin joined by Neoshia to analyze The Mentalist Season 2, Episode 1, titled "Redemption." The discussion covers Patrick Jane's return to his characteristic problem-solving and…
- The Big Softie - Castle Unit 2x03 "Inventing the Girl"
Crystal Watanabe and Neoshia Roemer discuss the Castle episode "Inventing the Girl." The investigation involves a woman found stabbed at the Washington Monument.
- Homeless Magician - Lucifer Unit 2x06 "Monster"
Crystal and Tara review Lucifer Season 2, Episode 6, "Monster," focusing on Chloe and Lucifer's investigation of a sniper targeting people for death. The episode includes segments like "Good, Bad, and Crispy," a "LuciQuiz," and a confronta…
- The Way of the World Part 2 - Mentalist Unit 1x23 "Red John's Footsteps"
In The Way of the World Part 2, hosts Crystal and Karin, with guests Livbon and Donuts, analyze The Mentalist S1E23, "Red John's Footsteps." The episode involves the CBI searching for Red John after a murder in a state park, to prevent the…
- The Way of the World Part 1 - Mentalist Unit 1x23 "Red John's Footsteps"
In "The Way of the World Part 1," hosts Crystal and Karin, joined by consultants Livbon and Donuts, discuss The Mentalist S1E23, "Red John's Footsteps." The episode involves the CBI hunting Red John after a murder occurs in his signature s…
- Strangers on a Boat - Castle Unit 2x02 "The Double Down"
In this episode of Rom-Com Detectives, hosts Crystal Watanabe and Neoshia Roemer discuss Castle Season 2, Episode 2, "The Double Down." The episode features two simultaneous deaths, a bet between Castle, Ryan, and Espo, and attempts to con…
- Better Brand Awareness - Mentalist Unit 1x22 "Blood Brothers"
This episode of Rom-Com Detectives covers "Blood Brothers," Season 1, Episode 22 of The Mentalist. Hosts Crystal and Karin discuss the CBI team's investigation into a teenager's death at a youth camp, which involves unraveling a local lege…
- Welcome to Devil Time - Lucifer Unit 2x05 "The Weaponizer"
Rom-Com Detectives Crystal Watanabe and Tara Avery break down "The Weaponizer," Lucifer Season 2, Episode 5. The episode features a victim Lucifer recognizes from his favorite action movies. The hosts include their regular segments and a q…
- It's Raining Men - Castle Unit 2x01 "Deep in Death"
Crystal and Neoshia break down Castle Season 2, Episode 1,
- Uncanny and Irritating - Mentalist Unit 1x21 "Miss Red"
Crystal and Karin recap The Mentalist Season 1, Episode 21, "Miss Red." The episode involves a missing executive whose body is found chained to his yacht's anchor, leading the team to confront con artists.
- Sex Words With Friends - Lucifer Unit 2x04 "Lady Parts"
This episode of Rom-Com Detectives features Crystal and Tara discussing "Lady Parts," Lucifer Season 2, Episode 4, with guest Donuts. They cover the plot involving a murder in Griffith Park and include segments like "Good, Bad, and Crispy"…
- 15's the New 25 - Castle Unit 1x10 "A Death in the Family"
Crystal and Neoshia discuss Castle Season 1, Episode 10, "A Death in the Family." The episode involves Beckett and Castle investigating a potential mob hit after discovering a body in a towed vehicle.
- California Bureau of My Ass - Mentalist Unit 1x20 "Red Sauce"
Rom-Com Detectives hosts Crystal and Karin recap The Mentalist S1E20, "Red Sauce." The episode involves a murder investigation where the victim's possessions point towards a witness in the Witness Protection Program.
- Weekend at Burnie's - Lucifer Unit 2x03 "Sin-Eater"
Crystal and Tara discuss the Lucifer episode "Sin-Eater," where a serial killer uses the Wobble app for vigilantism and Lucifer confronts his mother. They also share their "Good, Bad, and Crispy" insights and a "LuciQuiz." The episode feat…
- Good Cop, Bad Fed - Castle Unit 1x09 "Little Girl Lost"
Crystal Watanabe and Neoshia Roemer discuss Castle Season 1, Episode 9, "Little Girl Lost." Beckett is assigned to an FBI task force for a kidnapping case that involves a figure from her past.
- Sporty Bad Boy - Mentalist Unit 1x19 "A Dozen Red Roses"
Rom-Com Detectives hosts Crystal Watanabe and Karin Lubbers break down "A Dozen Red Roses," The Mentalist Season 1, Episode 19. The episode involves the CBI investigating a murder at a Hollywood movie studio.
- Have Yourself a Merry Little Rom-Com Murder
The hosts discuss holiday episodes from various TV units, offering recommendations for rom-com holiday content, including specific shows like The X-Files and Bones.
- Look Who's Stalking - Castle Unit 1x08 "Ghosts"
In Castle Unit 1x08 "Ghosts," Crystal and Neoshia discuss the episode where a woman is found drowned in a bathtub full of motor oil. The podcast covers the investigation.
- Control Freak - Mentalist Unit 1x18 "Russet Potatoes"
In this episode of Rom-Com Detectives, hosts Crystal Watanabe and Karin Lubbers discuss The Mentalist Season 1, Episode 18, "Russet Potatoes." The episode involves a man bringing a dead woman into the CBI lobby and claiming she is a sack o…
- Traumatized for Eternity - Lucifer Unit 2x02 "Liar, Liar, Slutty Dress on Fire"
Crystal and Tara break down Lucifer Season 2, Episode 2, "Liar, Liar, Slutty Dress on Fire." They discuss Mum's quest to prove her innocence and Chloe's homicide investigation. The episode features their "Good, Bad, and Crispy" segment and…
- This Dirtbag's All Mine - Castle Unit 1x07 "Home is Where the Heart Stops"
Crystal and Neoshia discuss Castle Season 1, Episode 7, "Home is Where the Heart Stops." The episode involves a murder victim found inside a safe, prompting Castle to consult an old thief.
- Trust Fall - Mentalist Unit 1x17 "Carnelian Inc"
Rom-Com Detectives discusses The Mentalist S1E17, "Carnelian Inc.", featuring the team's investigation of a mysterious email that leads them to the Mojave Desert. The hosts cover episode breakdown, cold/hot reading, and more.
- Supernatural Fire Poker - Lucifer Unit 2x01 "Everything's Coming Up Lucifer"
Crystal and Tara discuss Lucifer Season 2, Episode 1, "Everything's Coming Up Lucifer." The episode covers Chloe and Lucifer's investigation into a young girl's murder, the introduction of Ella Lopez, and includes segments like Good, Bad,…
- I'm Like Daredevil - Mentalist Unit 1x16 "Bloodshot"
In this episode, hosts Crystal and Karin, with guest Liv, analyze The Mentalist S1E16 "Bloodshot." The episode features Patrick Jane investigating a bombing and solving a case after being blinded by an explosion.
- Shotgun with the Devil - Lucifer Unit 1x13 "Take Me Back to Hell"
Crystal and Tara discuss Lucifer Season 1, Episode 13, "Take Me Back to Hell," with guest Aria Adagio. The episode covers a murdered priest, a manhunt for Lucifer, and includes a "Good, Bad, and Crispy" segment, a LuciQuiz, and music sugge…
- Deep-Fried Twinkie - Castle Unit 1x06 "Always Buy Retail"
Crystal and Neoshia break down the Castle episode "Always Buy Retail," covering Castle's reaction to his ex-wife's return and an interrogation quiz.
- Tongue in Cheek - Mentalist Unit 1x15 "Scarlett Fever"
Crystal and Karin discuss The Mentalist S1E15 "Scarlett Fever." The episode involves a poisoning within a wealthy neighborhood's country club, requiring the team to investigate the attendees to find the culprit.
- I Hurl Ficis - Lucifer Unit 1x12 "#TeamLucifer"
Crystal and Tara break down the Lucifer episode "#TeamLucifer," discussing Chloe's investigation into Satan worshippers and Lucifer's vulnerability. The recap includes segments like "The Good, the Bad, and the Crispy" and a "LuciQuiz."
- Cho Business - Mentalist Unit 1x14 "Crimson Casanova"
Crystal and Karin discuss The Mentalist S1E14 "Crimson Casanova," focusing on a murder investigation at a spa involving a cheating wife and a womanizer. Segments include "Cold Reading/Hot Reading" and a "Memory Palace Quiz."
- First Cold Case - Castle Unit 1x05 "A Chill Goes Through Her Veins"
Crystal and Neoshia break down Castle Season 1 Episode 5
- Five-Star Hellhole - Lucifer Unit 1x11 "St. Lucifer"
Crystal and Tara break down Lucifer Season 1, Episode 11, "St. Lucifer." The episode involves Chloe waking up naked in Lucifer's bed and Lucifer attempting to replicate a rush by investigating the murder of a former pro athlete.
- She Is Beautiful - Mentalist Unit 1x13 "Paint It Red"
Rom-Com Detectives hosts Crystal and Karin, with guest Emma, analyze The Mentalist Season 1, Episode 13, "Paint It Red." The episode involves a murder in an office building and the theft of a $50 million painting. The discussion includes t…
- Lamey McLamester - Castle Unit 1x04 "Hell Hath No Fury"
Crystal and Neoshia discuss Castle Season 1, Episode 4, "Hell Hath No Fury," where a politician is murdered on the day of the last Derrick Storm book release. The hosts also include a quiz based on the episode.
- Heroin Inspector - Lucifer Unit 1x10 "Pops"
Crystal and Tara discuss "Pops," the tenth episode of Lucifer Season 1. The episode follows Lucifer and Chloe as they investigate the poisoning of a popular chef, with Lucifer adding his own personal struggles to the case.
- Witchcraft Malarkey - Mentalist Unit 1x12 "Red Rum"
Crystal and Karin break down The Mentalist S1E12 "Red Rum," where a missing teen case leads the team to Boonville and uncovers something Cho fears. The episode also includes segments on cold/hot reading, rewatch checklists, and a memory pa…
- Cruel Manipulative Bastard - Lucifer Unit 1x09 "A Priest Walks Into a Bar"
Rom-Com Detectives Crystal and Tara break down Lucifer Season 1, Episode 9, "A Priest Walks Into A Bar." The episode explores Lucifer understanding friendship after a priest visits Lux, and includes segments like "The Good, the Bad, and th…
- Mandatory Ice Cream - Castle Unit 1x03 "Hedge Fund Homeboys"
Crystal and Neoshia discuss Castle Season 1, Episode 3, "Hedge Fund Homeboys," focusing on the investigation into the murder of a student found shot in Central Park. The episode includes a breakdown, author's notes, bestseller list, and a…
- He is Mar - Mentalist Unit 1x11 "Red John's Friends"
Crystal and Karin discuss The Mentalist S1E11, "Red John's Friends," where a convicted man offers Jane information on Red John in exchange for proof of his innocence. The episode covers the breakdown, cold/hot reading, and a memory palace…
- Douche Fixation - Lucifer Unit 1x08 "Et Tu, Doctor?"
This episode of Rom-Com Detectives covers Lucifer Season 1, Episode 8, "Et Tu, Doctor?", discussing the character's exploration of human emotions and the role of Dr. Linda. The hosts also feature their regular segments, including "The Good…
- Mr. Mom - Castle Unit 1x02 "Nanny McDead"
In Castle Unit 1x02 "Nanny McDead," hosts Crystal and Neoshia discuss the murder of a young woman and Castle and Beckett's first official case together. The episode includes a quiz and discussion segments.
- Calibrated for Evil - Mentalist Unit 1x10 "Red Brick and Ivy"
Crystal and Karin analyze 'Red Brick and Ivy,' The Mentalist S1E10. Jane investigates a university murder linked to his past, revealing unsettling truths. The hosts also discuss cold reading, hot reading, and rewatch checklists.
- Safe Word - Castle Unit 1x01 "Flowers For Your Grave"
In the first episode of Rom-Com Detectives' Castle Unit, Crystal and Neoshia review Castle S1E1, "Flowers For Your Grave." They discuss the murder investigation by Detective Beckett, which mimics a crime from author Richard Castle's book,…
- Angelic Ego - Lucifer Unit 1x07 "Wingman"
Crystal and Tara break down Lucifer Season 1, Episode 7,
- Welcome, Detective Roemer
Rom-Com Detectives welcomes new co-host Neoshia Roemer, who will be joining Crystal, Tara, and Karin. Roemer will also co-host a Castle Unit with Crystal.