Welcome to The Columbo Podcast!

Welcome to the Columbo Podcast, hosted by Gerry and Iain. This franchise show is an informal retrospective of both Columbo’s original run and the subsequent revival, as well as other related areas of interest. Hosted by a long-term fan of Columbo and a newcomer to the stories, the Columbo Podcast takes an affectionate look back at the detective’s investigations – from his first case to his last. Read More

Columbo Podcast 10 Year Update Special

Episode 72 – Ten Year Update Special

This special update episode marks ten years since we published Episode One of the Columbo Podcast – Murder by the Book. In this episode, Gerry and Iain look back on ten years of podcasting together and announce their plans for the Columbo Podcast in 2025.


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The Hook - Episode 10

The Hook – Poker Face Podcast Episode 10

The tenth episode of Poker Face was titled The Hook and was the tenth episode of the show’s first season. Charlie’s time on the run appears to be at an end as she’s made a new proposal. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at family ties.

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Escape From Shit Mountain - Episode 9

Escape From Sh*t Mountain – Poker Face Podcast Episode 9

The ninth episode of Poker Face was titled Escape From Sh*t Mountain and was the ninth episode of the show’s first season. Charlie finds herself in a creepy motel, out of contact with the outside world, as threats become clear. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at dysfunctional friendships.

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The Orpheus Syndrome - Episode 8

The Orpheus Syndrome – Poker Face Podcast Episode 8

The eighth episode of Poker Face was titled The Orpheus Syndrome and was the eighth episode of the show’s first season. Charlie befriends a special effects artist whose former colleague is prepared to kill to protect a thirty-year-old secret. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at the powerful burden of guilt.

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The Future of the Sport - Episode 7

The Future of the Sport – Poker Face Podcast Episode 7

The seventh episode of Poker Face was titled The Future of the Sport and was the seventh episode of the show’s first season. Charlie helps a racing driver discover who sabotaged his car, but all is not as it seems. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at whether revenge is best served cold.

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Exit Stage Death - Episode 6

Exit Stage Death – Poker Face Podcast Episode 6

The sixth episode of Poker Face was titled Exit Stage Death and was the sixth episode of the show’s first season. Charlie thinks she has a handle on a shocking death in the theatre before a fittingly dramatic twist baffles her. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at the lengths people go to for love and money.

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Time of the Monkey - Episode 5

Time of the Monkey – Poker Face Podcast Episode 5

The fifth episode of Poker Face was titled Time of the Monkey and was the fifth episode of the show’s first season. Charlie befriends two fascinating women in a retirement village before learning about their past crimes. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at whether there are any limits to legitimate protest.

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Rest in Metal - Episode 4

Rest in Metal – Poker Face Podcast Episode 4

The fourth episode of Poker Face was titled Rest in Metal and was the fourth episode of the show’s first season. Charlie takes a job as a merch girl on a heavy metal tour, but gets a shock when the band’s drummer dies on stage. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at destructive potential of jealousy.

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The Stall - Episode 3

The Stall – Poker Face Podcast Episode 3

The third episode of Poker Face was titled The Stall and was the third episode of the show’s first season. Charlie acquires a dog then finds work at a BBQ joint in Texas before her employer dies in unusual circumstances. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at the dangers of veganism.

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The Night Shift - Episode 2

The Night Shift – Poker Face Podcast Episode 2

The second episode of Poker Face was titled The Night Shift and was the second episode of the show’s first season. Charlie befriends a trucker then tries to clear her new friend’s name after a murder. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at what happens when someone has a compulsion to act against their own interests.

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