When The Mentalist was fresh and new CBS filmed this interview during the early days of season one.

One of the saddest scenes in the show, Jane makes tea, hoping for something more.

Being sorry is a far worse punishment than being dead. Everybody dies. Very few people ever feel truly sorry for the bad things they've done ~ Patrick Jane. #quotes

Taking time out to send best wishes from local Mentalist fans

For more info on Simon Baker the actor follow this link: https://mentalistfans.substack.com/p/patrick-jane-july-30th-2023

There’s no business like Cho business

A countdown to Baker’s birthday. Responding to several requests various posts will be added to celebrate his birthday so stay tuned.

There will be several posts about the works of Simon Baker outside the Patrick Jane character gleaned from his 30+ years in the entertainment business leading up to his birthday in a few days.

To get started with, do you have a favourite character played by Baker in the past?

For me it’s hard to pick just one. What would be your choice for “best episode?”

This is what Burn Out looks like. Image found on Twitter, created by Maxine Vee @Maxinevee

Some days it’s just hard to keep them straight.

Is there a favourite one of these on your Mentalist (re)watch list?

Was just revisiting this season 1 episode and was reminded just how powerful the scene is. I covered it as part of this write up located at the link. What was/is your impression of this scene?

https://mentalistfans.substack.com/p/flame-red-about-justice-and-revenge

For the life of me I can’t figure this out. I’m sure it’s a simple thing. Please help.

My favourite line: There’s always a reckoning.

A look back at the team members across the seasons on the show. Who would you say is missing on the video?

The introduction of Kristina Frye added a new element to the Mentalist. She appears in this episode for the first time. What is your opinion of Kristina Frye, particularly in this episode.

Owain Yeoman celebrates his birthday today. Do you have a favourite Rigsby quote or scene?