Heart in Motion Podcast: Celebrating Stories that Move Us

Nikki DeLoach & Apostolis Totsikas (Hallmark's The Greek Aisley - Actors)

What happens when a Hallmark romance takes audiences to one of the most beautiful locations in the world?Nikki DeLoach and Apostolis Totsikas join the podcast to talk about The Greek Aisle, Hallmark's destination romance filmed in stunning Greece.In this conversation, Nikki discusses receiving her recent Gracie Award for The Grand Ole Opry Christmas, filming her first destination movie, falling in love with Corfu, and what it was like working alongside Greek star Apostolis Totsikas. Apostolis shares what made this story special from his perspective as someone from Greece and how the film showcases the country's culture, scenery, and traditions.We also dive into:🇬🇷 The breathtaking locations featured throughout the movie🏠 The unforgettable house on the water❤️ Why Georgia and Alex's marriage-of-convenience story works so well☕ Favorite Greek food, coffee, and local traditions🎬 Favorite scenes and behind-the-scenes memories😂 The comedy and romance of the electric bill scene🎉 The meaning of "glendi" and celebrating life's special moments💍 What audiences can expect from this charming romanceWhether you're watching for the romance, the scenery, or the culture, The Greek Aisle offers a beautiful escape filled with heart, humor, and second chances.#TheGreekAisle [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/thegreekaisle] #NikkiDeLoach [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nikkideloach] #ApostolisTotsikas [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/apostolistotsikas] #HallmarkChannel [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hallmarkchannel]💛 Watch now and get an exclusive look into the making of The Greek Aisle! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFNsU3Rfak05dXhmQThnS2NSQzJ4U2ozSjN3QXxBQ3Jtc0ttbDU4ZlNKTm1iYWg5R0c1THZYNkoyWEtldXJudk5lTlFHc05HUDF5WnYxNzRmMEpyNWNPSGlibEh2S1hJMVplNWJGVWVFaVlTcnYzMElQQlRHNE1lQ0FLWVByZnJJR2plNXVFZUVSZVFOdnBTVEpLTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2FStephHeartnm&v=INxU-J7WBmI]

Kathy Garver (Family Affair & Romancing the Stars: Inspiring Hollywood Love Stories - Actor/Author)

Kathy Garver joins the podcast for a fascinating conversation about longevity, reinvention, and storytelling across generations of Hollywood.Best known to audiences as Cissy on the classic television series Family Affair, Kathy reflects on why the show continues to resonate more than 60 years later and what she now understands about the character and experience that she couldn’t fully see at the time.We also discuss her evolving creative career beyond television, including voice acting, audiobook narration, writing, and her recently released book Romancing the Stars: Inspiring Hollywood Love Stories. Kathy opens up about receiving the Golden Era of Hollywood Award, her Grammy-nominated audiobook narration work on Elvis, Rocky & Me: The Carol Connors Story, and what those recognitions meant at this stage of her career.Plus, we talk about:What's keeping her busy these days Her new Christmas movieThe rise of short-form vertical content and reelsAnd, the events you'll see her next!Find all of the details on her page: https://www.kathygarver.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGRuQTBnai01R051VF84Wkttb3kyWk9HZ0syUXxBQ3Jtc0trZmh3c0QwTTJKbkZxaWRodFZlbm1JWS1NbGVFVXZ3bXpjUDFyZkpWWEZRNlAzVkpRSzNKSUZBdXBZSmFJbE1TakNGQWdSbVlwSTdPTGRmZy1iT3V4M0VERmsxT0FKM0lyc2Y4WWg0a2x5Rnp1UHpQMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kathygarver.com%2F&v=nKuCKwVFLTE]This is a thoughtful conversation about legacy, adaptation, nostalgia, and continuing to grow creatively after decades in the entertainment industry.#KathyGarver [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/kathygarver] #FamilyAffair [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/familyaffair] #ClassicTV [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/classictv] #HollywoodHistory [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hollywoodhistory] #AudiobookNarrator [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/audiobooknarrator] #VoiceActing [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/voiceacting] #Podcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast] #ClassicHollywood [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/classichollywood] #EntertainmentIndustry [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/entertainmentindustry]💛 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGFTZVFzNUtXTG5QdFVGcVdGeUo0ZUJzSmRTZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttV2hWOURNRnRGTlNPb0J0aTNWSXJ1ODJndjVlS3hfa2JyemNRay1Gd2IyVGtwbEttdXV1MVVlSHhqOWhFajFkdmpyMlE2SHlmOFFtNnZBcTBuMHFyVlNobUNEVHFkUGhxWkt1V0s5YkZQbWVaMnNIYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2FStephHeartnm&v=nKuCKwVFLTE]#familyaffair [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/familyaffair] #hollywoodclassics [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hollywoodclassics] #kathygarver [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/kathygarver]

Katherine McNamara & Markian Tarasiuk (Hallmark's True Justice: Eye for an Eye - Actors)

Katherine McNamara and Markian Tarasiuk join the podcast to talk about True Justice: Eye for an Eye, premiering May 23 at 8/7c on Hallmark Channel.In this conversation, Kat and Markian discuss how Casey and Eli’s relationship evolves after the first installment, what motivates the Justice Warriors this time around, and why the team dynamic has become such a major strength of the series. They also tease what the new mystery is all about, break down the differences between the first and second movies, and reflect on what each character brings to the group.Kat also shares how the cast built such strong ensemble chemistry, especially in a series driven by personality clashes, humor, and emotional connections. Plus, we asked the important question: if the cast had to solve a real mystery together… who would actually get the job done?If you enjoy mystery series with younger energy, strong character dynamics, and classic Hallmark heart mixed with suspense, this is a fun behind-the-scenes conversation you won’t want to miss.True Justice: Eye for an Eye premieres May 23 at 8/7c on Hallmark Channel.💛 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Hallmark interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbU8za2g3MURYaWJqUDFfN1ZIQm1xWUdtRE4zd3xBQ3Jtc0tsd2RWM1FYYVF1eVIzOV9UMU1kUGJDRWN4ZWJLOHdHd0diRFE4clpTYm00VGJ2QUdzZTRLRkxyYmZ3eE4zdHJ2YkdEYkNYUWN3UGxrQnRTYUE0aEx4dHJkYlBEU3Vzajd6M1BXNjVVbktTcmU5S2hRWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2FStephHeartnm&v=xmJv-Ax9cyU]#hallmark [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hallmark] #truejustice [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/truejustice] #romcom [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/romcom]

Elizabeth Stewart (Hallmark's Hope Valley: 1874 - Writer & Co-Executive Producer)

Elizabeth Stewart joins the podcast to discuss writing Episodes 2 and 7 of Hope Valley: 1874 and helping shape the world of the new series as co-executive producer.In this conversation, Elizabeth reflects on collaborating again with Alfonso Moreno after both joining When Calls the Heart during the same season, the creative differences between writing Hope Valley in the 1870s versus the 1920s, and the challenge of honoring a beloved world while still making the storytelling feel fresh.We also dive deep into major Season 1 moments — including Olivia’s growing connection with Alexander and Clayton, Rebecca and Tom’s emotional journey, the reveal involving Olivia’s artwork, Mr. Maxwell’s role in the larger coal storyline, and that devastating ending involving Rebecca’s arrest.Elizabeth also opens up about creative risks, surprising fan reactions, characters that unlocked story ideas the fastest, unexpected layers actors brought to the material, and what areas of Hope Valley feel richest for exploration heading into Season 2.If you loved the emotional storytelling, layered relationships, mystery elements, and character dynamics of Season 1, this conversation offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how it all came together.💛 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#hopevalley1874 #Hearties #WCTH

Sarah Drew & Eric Johnson (Lifetime's When I Said I Do - Actors)

Sarah Drew and Eric Johnson are opening up about When I Said I Do — and the emotional journey at the center of this love story. It’s a movie you don’t want to miss!!! And, it’s premiering this weekend on Lifetime!  In our conversation, Sarah and Eric discuss what first stood out to them in the script, how they approached Ali and Shawn’s grief and healing journeys, and why the connection between these characters feels so authentic. They also talk about the high-pressure search-and-rescue setting, the push-and-pull between love and self-protection, and the emotional payoff of the ending. Sarah shares why making this movie felt “magical,” while both actors reflect on second chances, vulnerability, family dynamics, and what their characters ultimately learn about love. Plus, hear about working with Clint Black and Lisa Hartman Black, whose iconic song inspired the film. When I Said I Do premieres May 23 at 8/7c on Lifetime as part of the Love of a Lifetime movie series. 💛 Watch now and get an exclusive look into the making of When I Said I Do! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more interviews and content that are coming soon!Instagram: / stephanie_heartnmotion Website: heartnmotion.comX: https://x.com/StephHeartnm#whenisaidido #sarahdrew #ericjohnson #secondchances