About Mystery Maniacs

The comedy recap podcast that lovingly tears apart British mystery television

Mystery Maniacs Podcast is a comedy recap podcast dedicated to British Mystery Television. Formerly known as Midsomer Maniacs, we've expanded our scope to cover the wonderful world of British crime and mystery shows.

We take an episode a week starting from the beginning and lovingly tear it apart. Join us as we explore the quirky characters, improbable murders, and delightfully eccentric British settings that make these shows so entertaining.

From the cozy villages of Midsomer to the scenic landscapes of Brokenwood, we're your guides through the most delightfully bizarre murder mysteries television has to offer. Expect laughs, insights, and the occasional conspiracy theory.

Meet the Hosts

Mark Bell

Mark Bell

Co-Host & Mystery Enthusiast

Mark brings his sharp wit and encyclopedic knowledge of British television to every episode. When he's not solving murders from his couch, you can find him exploring the countryside or perfecting his tea brewing technique.

Sarah Smith-Robbins

Sarah Smith-Robbins

Co-Host & Comedy Maven

Sarah's infectious laughter and quick observations make every episode a joy to listen to. She has an uncanny ability to spot the most ridiculous plot holes and character quirks that make these shows so endearing.

By the Numbers

249+ Episodes
5+ Years
100+ Hours of Content
1000+ Murders Discussed

Our Journey

July 2019

Midsomer Maniacs is Born

Started as a podcast dedicated exclusively to Midsomer Murders, beginning our journey through the murderous villages of Causton.

2020

Growing Audience

Our listener base grew as word spread about our unique take on British mystery television. We began to build a community of fellow mystery fans.

2022

Expanding Horizons

We began covering other British mystery shows, including the delightful New Zealand series Brokenwood Mysteries, expanding our scope beyond Midsomer.

2024

Mystery Maniacs

Rebranded to Mystery Maniacs to reflect our broader coverage of British mystery television while maintaining our signature comedy recap style.

Shows We Love

Midsomer Murders

The classic British mystery series that started it all for us. Cozy villages, quirky characters, and improbable murder methods.

Brokenwood Mysteries

New Zealand's charming contribution to the mystery genre, featuring Detective Mike Shepherd and his unconventional methods.

Father Brown

The crime-solving Catholic priest with an uncanny ability to appear wherever murders occur in the Cotswolds.

Death in Paradise

British detectives solving murders in the Caribbean paradise of Saint Marie, with plenty of fish-out-of-water comedy.

Agatha Raisin

The adventures of a London PR agent turned amateur sleuth in the Cotswolds, based on M.C. Beaton's beloved novels.

And More!

We're always exploring new British mystery shows and classic episodes that deserve our special brand of commentary.