We're stepping back in time to the origins of Hope Valley.In this conversation with Showrunner Alfonso Moreno, we explore how Hope Valley: 1874 brings the early days of When Calls the Heart to life—from the research behind making 1874 feel real, to the creative decisions that shaped its first characters, conflicts, and relationships.We talk about building a world before fans ever knew it… and the freedom that comes with telling that story from the ground up. From choosing which businesses existed at the start, to weaving in subtle connections to When Calls the Heart, this is a look at how the past and present are carefully connected.We also get into:- Collaborating with Beth Stewart and bringing together a trusted team of directors, including Mike Rohl, Martin Wood, and Alysse Leite-RogersFilming challenges, including what could (and couldn’t) be changed on location- The central conflict between prospectors and ranchers—and why it drives the story- Creating compelling new characters like Rebecca Clarke and Constable Alexander Vaughn - The balance of Humor, Emotion, and Romance—and the crazy cliffhanger coming our wayPlus, we dig into the relationships at the heart of the series, the meaning behind key character moments, and what fans can expect as the season builds.If you’ve watched the first episodes, this gives you a deeper layer. If you haven’t yet, it’s a great place to start.💛 Watch now and get an exclusive look into the making of Hope Valley: 1874! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more 1874 interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#WhenCallsTheHeart #Hearties #hopevalley

What can fans expect when When Hope Calls returns to Brookfield?Showrunner Alfonso Moreno breaks down Season 3—from whether new viewers can jump in, to the evolving relationships, rising stakes, and the new faces shaking things up. He's teasing a lot!!!We talk about:- New and expanded sets in Brookfield- Nora’s growing responsibilities—and possible romance- Mountie action and higher-stakes storytelling- New characters like Justine Marcel and what they bring- Relationship shifts (and possible surprises 👀)- The balance of humor, romance, and emotional storytelling PLUS ACTION in episode 1📺 When Hope Calls Season 3 premieres Thursday on Great American Pure Flix and Sunday on Great American Family and GFam +.If you love stories set in Hope Valley and Brookfield, this is one conversation you don’t want to miss.💛 Watch now and get an exclusive look into the making of When Hope Calls: Brookfield! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more When Hope Calls interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#WhenCallsTheHeart #hopefuls #whenhopecalls

Part 2 - Production designer Sarah Mabberley is back, and this time we’re digging into the details you may have missed in When Calls the Heart Season 13.From Oliver’s wolf pin to Nathan’s box of 30 rings, Sarah walks through how these memorable moments come together—from early concepts to what actually ends up on screen. We talk about the collaboration between departments, the challenge of making a polygraph feel authentic, and the creative problem-solving behind fan-favorite moments like seeing the Grants walk through the field in the finale and watching Rosemary direct Hope Valley!We also get into:- What really falls under her team’s responsibility in large scenes like McGinty’s Field- The Grant Family walk through the field- The design process behind the Harvest Festival- Which sets look real on screen—but would surprise you in person- Hidden details fans should look for on a rewatch- What she’s most proud of heading into her Season 13 portfolio- What she's excited for in Season 14If you’ve ever wondered how Hope Valley comes to life—or why certain moments feel so immersive—this conversation pulls back the curtain in a way fans don’t usually get to see.📌 Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/eeMefS9_7HE?si=I05PBJo3rp59sB2b💛 Watch now and get an exclusive look into the making of When Calls the Heart! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more WCTH interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#WhenCallsTheHeart #Hearties #WCTH

In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Mabberley, the Production Designer behind When Calls the Heart, and we are pulling back the curtain on how Hope Valley is built, styled, and brought to life in Season 13! And, we had so much fun and so much to talk about that there are TWO EPISODES to watch or listen to. This is part 1, so be looking for part 2 later tonight!Sarah walks us through some of the biggest design moments of the season — starting with the iconic tower proposal and what it took to make that moment as magical on screen as it was on the page. We talk about designing the Thornton Boarding House, the must-have elements that made it feel authentic, and how her team transformed existing spaces throughout the season.We also get into the incredible technical work behind some of Season 13's most ambitious sequences — the plane landing in Hope Valley, the national park fire, and how her team balances what's physically built on set versus what's added in post-production. Sarah shares the design choices she's most proud of in Mike and Mei's new home and the thought behind Oliver's outdoor birthday party.Plus — designing the gas station moment with Lee and Gwen and how Peter DeLuise was in heaven!Don't forget to watch part 2!!! Where we'll be chatting about gifts, like the wolf pin and engagement ring. We're making berries and silent movies and picking asters. Plus, we'll talk about that fantastic Harvest Festival and what she is thinking about for Season 14! 💛 Watch now and get an exclusive look into the making of When Calls the Heart! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more WCTH interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#WhenCallsTheHeart #Hearties #WCTH

In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Wong, who plays Mei Hickam on When Calls the Heart, to talk all about Season 13 — and it is such a fun, heartfelt conversation!We dive into what it was really like filming the harvest festival and finale scenes with the full cast, and Amanda shares some of her favorite memories from those big ensemble days. We talk about Mei's role in the Maisie storyline — watching Mike refuse to back down and push Maisie to step into something bigger — and what it meant to film those moments from Mei's perspective.Amanda also opens up about the cultural touches woven into Mei's story, including helping Ben Rosenbaum with Mandarin pronunciation and how meaningful it is to bring Mei's heritage authentically to the screen. We get into the fire sequences, the unforgettable berry stomping scene, the hilarious medicated Mike moment, Mei's reaction to Fernando during the silent film, and so much more.Plus, Amanda shares what excites her most about Season 14 — and what storylines she's personally rooting for as a Heartie herself!🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode!👍 Like this video if you love When Calls the Heart!💬 Drop your favorite Mei moment from Season 13 in the comments!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#WhenCallsTheHeart #Hearties #WCTH

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Alex MacIsaac, who played Gwendolyn in Season 13 of When Calls the Heart! We dive deep into one of the most emotional storylines of the season — Gwen's goodbyes — and Alex shares what it was really like behind the scenes.We talk about how Alex landed the role, what surprised her most about working on the show, and why the Season 13 finale holds her favorite moment of the entire season. Alex opens up about filming that tearful goodbye between Gwen, Rosemary, and Lee and what it felt like when the acting stopped and the real emotion took over.We also get into Gwen's journey: the dress reveal, her vulnerable conversation with Rosemary, the baseball scene, and that powerful balloon moment where Lee tells Gwen she has two families now. Plus, Alex shares what she learned on set, her highlights throughout the season, what the final goodbyes were like, and what she's working on next — including Chris McNally's film Two for Tee!Whether you're a longtime Heartie or just discovering When Calls the Heart, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.💛 Watch now and get an exclusive look into the making of When Calls the Heart! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more WCTH interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#WhenCallsTheHeart #Hearties #WCTH

What does it take to build Hope Valley from the ground up?In this conversation, Benjamin Ayres opens up about stepping into Hope Valley: 1874 and shaping a character who doesn’t make it easy—for himself or anyone else.From Tom’s resistance to change to the slow-burn dynamic with Rebecca, Benjamin shares what he loves about this role, how this series pushed him beyond the usual Hallmark formula, and why the tone of this story will resonate with Hearties and fans of When Calls the Heart.💛 Watch now and get an exclusive look into the making of Hope Valley: 1874! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Hearties interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#hopevalley #Hearties #WCTH

The When Calls the Heart Season 13 finale delivers major emotional payoff—and sets the stage for what’s ahead.Joy Gregory and David Grae go deep on how Episode 12 came together, from the return of LJ’s diabetes to the decision to bring Nathan, Elizabeth, and LJ to the top of the water tower. What came first? What did it all mean? And how intentional were those quiet moments that kept building all season?We get into:-Why Nathan is positioned to step in when it matters most- The meaning behind the water tower—and why that’s where this moment happens- Subtle callbacks like “Always,” “Let’s take a walk,” and “Yeah, but you were gonna”- How trust, risk, and timing shape Nathan and Elizabeth’s relationship- The final image of the four of them walking forward togetherBeyond that, Joy and David break down:- Gwen’s goodbye and her connection with Rosemary and Lee- Lucas’ turning point, Edie’s exit, and what may come next- The next generation: Allie, Oliver, Angela, and more- The Canfields’ journey and Minnie’s cafe moment- What creative risks they took this season—and what paid offLooking ahead:- What “a grand and wonderful spring” really means- Possible new characters (including Nathan’s mom)- Who could return to Hope Valley- Abigail’s place in the story moving forwardIf the finale worked for you, this conversation explains the intention behind it—and where the story could go next. Plus, Joy and David are recapping their biggest moments of the season with some great teases for Season 14 of When Calls the Heart.#WhenCallsTheHeart #Hearties #WCTH #Season13💛 Watch now and get an exclusive look into the making of When Calls the Heart! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more WCTH interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#WhenCallsTheHeart #Hearties #WCTH

What happens when a romance takes its time—and actually earns the payoff?I sat down with Jake Stormoen to talk about Seeking Persephone, a period drama that leans into quiet tension, emotional restraint, and the kind of slow-burn storytelling that doesn’t rush the moment… but builds toward something that lands.Jake opens up about stepping into the role of Adam Boyce—and producing the film—plus what makes this story different from the typical romance. We get into:- The real backstory behind how Seeking Persephone came together- Why Adam isn’t always easy to like, but you still root for him- Building chemistry through silence, not just dialogue- The challenge of playing emotional restraint without losing the audience- The subtle shifts where everything changes… even when nothing is said- Behind-the-scenes realities of creating this on a smaller budgetIf you’re drawn to period dramas where the romance unfolds slowly, where the tension lingers, and where the payoff actually feels earned—this is the conversation you’ll want to hear.🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe for more conversations with actors, writers, and directors bringing these stories to life.Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#seekingpersephone #amazonprime #perioddrama

Christopher’s return to Hope Valley in When Calls the Heart Season 13 brings back unresolved emotion, complicated relationships, and some of the most subtle but impactful moments of the season.James Drew Dean joins me to talk about stepping back into Christopher after first appearing in Season 8—and what changed this time around. Plus, we get into what he's up to right now and it's fascinating!Hear about:

• How his return came together (and Martin Cummins’ role in it)
• Rebuilding Christopher’s emotional arc after years away
• The evolving dynamic between Christopher and Henry
• Filming key scenes like the Union City restaurant moment and the near-accident
• Balancing humor and tension in the polygraph episode
• Preparing for a powerful final scene with no dialogue
• The meaning behind small physical moments—like Henry holding Christopher’s hand
• His most challenging and most rewarding scenes this season
• What could be next for Christopher in Hope Valley

And, so much more!If you’re invested in Christopher’s story or Henry’s journey this season, this conversation adds a lot of context to what you saw on screen. A💛 Watch now and get an exclusive look into the making of When Calls the Heart! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more WCTH interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#WhenCallsTheHeart #Hearties #WCTH