Hallmark Heartbeats

In this week's podcast, I get to interview Valen Ahlo, a co-star of the most recent Hallmark Movie titled You Had me at Aloha. He's a local Hawaiian actor. 

We talk about his career, behind the scenes information about filming this movie, how it was like working with Pascale Hutton and Kavan Smith and more. Like did you know someone almost died close to where they were filming?  Crazy right?

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Upcoming Podcasts:

June 14: Baker's Son Recap

June 21: Her Pen Pal Recap

June 28: Sand Dollar Cove Recap

Christmas in July starts. 

A whole month of Christmas Movies including a new movie titled Crashing Through the Snow airing July 10 starring Amy Acker and Warren Christie

This week, I get to review the newest Hallmark movie, the first of the Summer Nights series, titled "You had me at Aloha" starring Pascale Hutton and Kavan Smith. This was the first movie filmed in my home state Hawaii.

I talk about the meaning of aloha, how the movie exemplifies the word, not just in the title but also in the storytelling. We unravel the truths in Ben and Paige, exalt the wardrobe, use of local talent and the beauty of the islands.

I get to rant a little about the mispronunciation of Hawai'i. Lol. But this was a good movie. I liked it. I gave it three stars and am hopeful Hallmark will be back again.

You can listen to the podcasts in all platforms: Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Tune-in+Alexa, Pandora and Youtube.

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Americano level: $1 a month. You get to choose which movie I review on weeks that Hallmark doesn't release new movies.

Caramel Macchiato level $5 a month. Access to never released podcasts and raw/unedited footage of our interviews. Shout out on the podcasts and choose the movie of the month to review for the Caramel Macchiato level. Movie of the Month for May was Birthday Wish starring Jesse Scham and Luke McFarlane. Month of June will be award winning, history making Christmas House starring Robert Buckley, Jonathan D. Bennett and more in celebration of Pride Month

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Upocoming Podcasts:

Summer Nights Series Continues

June 21: Her Pen Pal Recap

June 28: Sand Dollar Cove Recap

This week Hallmark has no new movies again. So it's another week of LIsteners' Choice. This week I am reviewing 2020's Hallmark Channel movie "Nature in Love" starring Emilie Ullerup and Christopher Russell.

On this podcast, we talk about importance of conservation, power of 2000 words, and lessons sprinkled throughout the movie, especially the power of silence and noise.

There's a lot of praise for this movie and well deserved. It's no wonder it is a fan favorite. The chemistry between Christopher and Emilie is palpable. There are strong performances from the supporting characters. The storyline is simple and easy to follow. Also who can complain about the beautiful scenery.

You can listen to the podcasts in all platforms, Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Tune-in+Alexa, Pandora and Youtube.

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Americano level: $1 a month. You get to choose which movie I review on weeks that Hallmark doesn't release new movies. For example this week was chosen by listeners.

Caramel Macchiato level $5 a month: Access to never released podcasts and raw/unedited footage of our interviews. Shout out on the podcasts and choose the movie of the month to review for the Caramel Macchiato Level. Movie of the month of May is Birthday Wish starring Jessy Schram and Luke McFarlane.

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Upcoming Podcasts:

6/7 You had me at Aloha Recap

6/14 Baker's Son Recap

6/21: Her Pen Pal Recap

6/28: Sand Dollar Cove

This week Hallmark has no new movies so I polled our supporters and listeners on IG and Facebook. The listeners' choice was 2019's Hallmark Hall of Fame Presentation "Love Takes Flight" starring Nikki Deloach and Jeff Hephner.

On this podcast, we review the special friendship between a widower and a little girl and how four characters helped each other heal through a broken heart and grief. 

There's a lot of praise for this movie and well deserved. I love the stunt flying, a little scary to watch. The writing was superb. I love that the main couple wasn't a romantic storyline but a friendship between Walter and Quinn. We got to watch healing and forgiveness and love unfold in less than 2 hours. Awesome movie.

You can listen to the podcasts in all platforms, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Tune-in+Alexa, Pandora and Youtube.

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Americano level: $1 a month. You get to choose which movie I review on weeks that Hallmark doesn't release new movies. For example this week was chosen by listeners.

Caramel Macchiato level $5 a month: Access to never released podcasts and raw/unedited footage of our interviews. Shout out on the podcasts and choose the movie of the month to review for the Caramel Macchiato level. Movie of the month of May is Birthday Wish starring Jessy Schram and Luke McFarlane. 

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5/31 Listeners' Choice: Nature of Love Recap

Summer Nights Series Begins

6/7: You had me at Aloha Recap

6/14: Baker's Son Recap

6/21: Her Pen Pal Recap

6/28: Sand Dollar Cove

This week I was joined by special co-host Charlie Fields, host of Thirsty for Hallmark Podcast.

We review the newest Hallmark movie titled "Sweet Carolina" starring Lacey Chabert and Tyler Hynes. It is Lacey's 26th Hallmark movie and first project ever that she created and produced from the beginning.

This movie is different from the usual Hallmark fare. Instead of a rom-com, this movie explores the story of a family going through the grieving process after losing a sister, a mother, and a daughter.

Each character went through their process of grief and we follow Josie's journey as she steps in as the legal guardian for her niece and nephew.

We both love this movie, but biggest complaint was that the ending just didn't go with the rest of the movie.

You can listen to the podcasts in all platforms. Apple POdcasts, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Tune-in+Alexa, Pandora and Youtube.

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Caramel Macchiato level $5 a month. Access to never released podcasts and raw/unedited footage of our interviews. Shout out on the podcasts and choose the movie of the month to review for the Caramel Macchiato level. Movie of the Month for May is Birthday Wish starring Jesse Schram and Luke McFarlane.

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Upcoming Podcasts:

May 24: Listener's choice

May 31: Listener's Choice

Summers Night Series begins

June 7: You had me at Aloha Recap

June 14: Baker's Son Recap

June 21: Her Pen Pal Recap

June 28: Sand Dollar Cove

This week, I get to interview Randy Thomas, co-star in Hallmark Movie titled Baby It's Cold Inside.

We talk about his career, behind the scenes secrets of the movie, Canada and many more.

You can listen to the podcasts in all platforms, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Tune-in+Alexa, Pandora and Youtube.

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Caramel Macchiato level: $5 a month. Access to never released podcast. Right now on BMAC, there are podcasts reviewing October Kiss and the first two movies of One Winter Trilogy. For the month of May, I will be reviewing Birthday Wish. (Since May is my birthday month). Also you will have access to raw/ unedited footage of our interviews (Including 15 minutes extra from our interview with Randy) Shout outs on the podcast, and choose the movie of the month to review for the Caramel Macchiato level.

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June 5: You had me at Aloha Recap (With Hallmarks the Spot blogger Callie)

This week's episode, I review the newest released Hallmark movie title "Baby It's Cold Inside" starring Jocelyn Hudon and Steven Lund. It is the second Hallmark movie set in the Ice Hotel, the first one was titled Winter Castle.

I discuss the beautiful architecture of the hotel, my thoughts on the lack of chemistry as well as the lack of major plotline in this movie. If someone could just enlighten me on what exactly was Hannah's reason to be sent to the hotel. Like was she supposed to write to her boss or something? I don't know. She only called her boss once throughout the movie and wrote "Notes" once as well. The whole movie she was doing everyone else's job but her own. (Yeah I didn't like this movie at all."

Also I talk a little about When Calls the Heart season 8 finale. I am not going to lie. I was happy Lucas was chosen. And that kiss was so fire hot, it could have burned down the bridge Elizabeth and Lucas were standing on. Lol. To be honest though, I was very disappointed in some of the fans' reactions to the ending. I get it your guy "lost" but don't attack the actors for just doing their job. It's insane. Anyway, can't wait til season 9.

You can listen to the podcasts in all platforms, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Tune-in+Alexa, Pandora and Youtube.

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May 13: Interview with Randy Thomas, Mr. Green in Baby It's Cold Inside

May 17: Sweet Carolina Recap

Month of June, Hallmark is releasing four movies as part of the Summer Nights Series. Only one title, date and time has been confirmed

June 7: You had Me at Aloha Recap

This week I get to interview Bente Dubnitzki, owner/trainer of dog actor, Mr. Big who played Spatch in Hallmark Movie Hearts Down Under.

Bente has been dog training for 40 years. We discuss how she started, background stories of all her dogs including Dudley, Pretzel and McGuyver, working with Cindy Busby and much more.

In our Youtube channel, we also have video of all the dogs doing tricks for us. https://youtu.be/VTV1w_Ry2gw

You can listen to the podcasts in all platforms, APple POdcasts, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Tune-in+Alexa, Pandora and Youtube.

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Caramel Macchiato level: $5 a month. Access to never released podcasts. Right now on BMAC, there are podcasts reviewing October Kiss and the first two movies of One Winter Trilogy. For the month of May, I will be reviewing Birthday Wish. (since May is my birthday month). Also you will have access to raw/unedited footage of our interviews (Including 15 minutes extra from our interview with Bente) Shout out on the podcasts and choose the movie of the month to review for the Caramel Macchiato level.

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May 10: Baby It's Cold Inside Recap

May 17: Sweet Carolina Recap

June 5: You had me at Aloha Recap

This week, Hallmark Channel did a "Love Around the World" Marathon with no new movies. So this week I chose to do listeners' choice, and by an overwhelming majority, Winter in Vail wins starring Lacey Chabert and Tyler Hynes. This is the first movie with these two leading actors, but it certainly isn't their last. They will be starring in Sweet Carolina two weeks time. 

On this podcast, I discuss again this very very popular Hallmark trope. Inherit a fixer upper, renovate it to sell, falls in love, decides to keep the place. I am not lying when I tell you I had major deja vu watching this movie. 

We also discuss the beauties of Vail, chemistry between Lacey and Tyler, Strudelfest and how this was different than last week's Hearts Down Under.

You can listen to the podcasts in all platforms, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Tune-in+Alexa, Pandora and Youtube.

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Upcoming Podcasts

May 6: Interview with Bente Dubnitzki, dog trainer/ owner of Mr. Big aka Spatch from Hearts down Under

May 10: Baby It's Cold Inside Recap

May 17: Sweet Carolina Recap

June 5: You had me at Aloha Recap

This week's podcast, Camille is joined by guest co-host CJ the hot mum, a host of the Neighbuzz podcast reviewing the Australian series Neighbors.

On this episode, we review the newest released Hallmark movie titled "Hearts Down Under". It was first released in Netflix Australia in 2020 under the name Romance on the Menu. 

We discuss the typical Hallmark trope of inheriting to sell, falls in love, decides to keep, its formulaic nature, lol. Australian foods featured in the movie as well as the dog Spatch.

To be honest, Camille did ruffle a few feathers from fellow Hallmark Australian fans because she didn't see a lot of Australia in the movie. CJ, being a fellow Aussie helped with bringing up the viewpoint of some locals.

You can listen to the podcasts in all platforms, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Tune-in+Alexa, Pandora and Youtube. 

Follow us on:

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Americano level $1/ a month. You get to choose which movie I review on weeks that Hallmark doesn't release new movies, for example, weekend of May 1, Hallmark is doing a "Love Around the World" Marathon, and you choose which movie I review.

Caramel Macchiato level $5/ a month. Access to never released podcasts and raw/unedited footage of our interviews. Shout out on the podcasts and choose the movie of the month to review for the Caramel Macchiato level.

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Upcoming Podcasts:

May 3: Americano level members' Choice

May 10: Baby It's Cold Inside Recap

May 17: Sweet Carolina Recap