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Welcome to "The 2.0 Series". We are revamping themed Hallmark movies to see which ones are on the favorites list. First up: Hallmark movies that deal with food. My reaction to the Sunmmer Nights lineup: https://youtu.be/5wrpqBiN4vQ?si=3GjWeTbibjd5rAm-For more Dear Hallmark: Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Major news was dropped last week as Hallmark announced the return of the Hallmark Christmas Experience 2026. This episode breaks down the pricing of the ticket packages, which actors are going to be in attendance, and goes through how the Christmas Expereince is set up. HCE website: https://www.experiencehallmarkchristmas.com/event/HCE26/home

In this episode I talk about the second May for Mom's movie as well as give some news from the Hallmark front.For more Dear Hallmark:Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Let's talk about the first movie in the May for Moms lineup, "Kentucky Roses."Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Cousin Andrew stops by to talk about his newest Hallmark movie "Kentucky Roses".Andrew's Collection with Dressing Festive: https://dressingfestive.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopPksCBajJyqPWQnAfDxfN-Qc_JKj2mi-2KtbhcYw3nW9e4I87kSkin Mason: https://skinmason.com/collections/best-selling?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22764276146&gbraid=0AAAAAqGcsHQDqPoAciRbKkj-ikA52nJIf&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2MbPBhCSARIsAP3jP9xKcfQdutqHKccCFh-9kWPkZlyzFrxMcoXHX_oxF_B8EvrV4H1ogbAaAsWmEALw_wcBFor more Dear Hallmark:Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

In this episode, I talk about the movie that closed out the Spring into Love lineup, but I also touch on all the backlash Hallmark's Mahjong movie has be receiving over the past few weeks. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

My city is the backdrop for this sleuthy romance movie. Was Philly represented well?Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

It's time to giure out who's leaving pianos in gazebos as we talk about the latest SPring into Love movie. Carlo Marks Podcast Junket: https://youtu.be/xrtM7wJ6J1Y?si=xfJxSr1d5-VVPjvIFor more Dear Hallmark:Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Christopher Russell stops by to talk about Season 3 of When Hope Calls (but not without talking about a few of his Hallmark movies first).Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Let's talk about a movie so heavily coded with Spring, I actually got rained on (if you now, you know). Hallmark Stars Live:https://hallmarkstarslive.com/For more Dear Hallmark:Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

There's two movie announcements, a new Hallmark event, a movie review, and a partridge in a pear tree...Hallmark Stars Live: https://hallmarkstarslive.com/For more Dear Hallmark: Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Cindy Busby stops by the home of Dear Hallmark to talk about the latest season of When Hope Calls premering on April 5th on Gereat American Family. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Happy Spring Equinox! There is so much to talk about as we kick off Spring into Love. I get into Hope Valley: 1874, some GAF news, and give my thoughts on the rest of the Spring into Love lineup. March Mystery Panel: https://youtu.be/TQUKjue6v2I?si=6MnzShlluPKhDqvGMarkian Tarasiu Interview: https://youtu.be/rWmLLDptcS8?si=1bywS4bAToGvrs9cSay hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

It's time to wrap of Loveuary with "Romance at Hope Ranch. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

We have reached the end of our Mahognay Rewatch series. Be sure to check out my interview with Tia Smith, Executive Producer of Sense & Sensibility to hear about the behind-the-scenes of how this movie came together.Tia Smith interview: https://youtu.be/jZp6-uhPFuI?si=m5I4jFjnbkUGKhowSay hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Make sure you have your eclipse glasses as we talk about this next movie in the Loveuary lineup.Spirng Into Love Trailer: https://youtu.be/PC3uTz3foz4?si=u5U4X8o1SubAML7bAmy Groening Interview: https://youtu.be/PuRYl63HE_k?si=h3-kv3hAKJPtWAG5Allister Foster and Antonio Cayonne Part 2: https://youtu.be/Cex7a4ceV-8?si=iDWyJ8PcepuAZiwwFor more Dear Hallmark:Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

We're back with another Mahogany Rewatch! For this episode I rewatch the first Mahogany movie to premeire as a Hallmark Channel movie and Mahogany's first Christmas movie. Director, Terri J. Vaughn, Interview: https://youtu.be/DEoE2aDqQGw?si=UqC6q1Fq_K2YYnR8Costume Designer, Rhonney Greene, Interview: https://youtu.be/ZY1MuqOZijg?si=iGhjqBvflLMbdiV3Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

In this episode, I chat with you abobut some of my favorite Hallmark Channel Valentine's Day movies as well as give you my thoughts on the movies for March. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Actor, Antonio Cayonne, and set photographer, Allister Foster join me in a two-part conversation about art and life.Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Loveuary has officially begun as I give my thoughts on othe first movie in the lineup for this month starring Kim Matula and Aaron O'Connell.Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

The lovely Jazzman joins me on this episode for some much needed gril talk...we eventually get to the two movies...eventually. Enjoy the conversation :)Jazzman on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shreem16/?hl=enSay hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

While there's been a halt on releasing new Mahogany movies, let's celebrate the ones that has been released so far! In this episode I touch on how the Mahogany brand came to be and give my thoughts on two of the Mahogany movies.Forbe's article about Mahogany: https://www.forbes.com/sites/anneeaston/2022/08/26/hallmark-launches-first-film-under-mahogany-brand-with-unspeakably-good-things/Interview with Cas Sigers Beedles: https://youtu.be/2WofF8NAe-A?si=Bi94LlR7KrgE6XEiSay hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Let's wrap up our Winter Escape bh talking about some books, a recent Hallmark Channel announcement, and talk all things "Missing the Boat" which stars Emillie Ullerup and Kristoffer Polaha. ay hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Kristoffer Polaha comes into the home of Dear Hallmark to talk about "Missing the Boat" but we also touch on the necessity of art and creativity.

Let's talk about the latest Winter Escape movie starring Rachel Leigh Cook and Luke McFarlane. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YI wrote a book!  "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

This is way overdue...let's talk about "Twelve Dates 'Til Christmas", Hallmark Channel's newest limited series that premiered over the Christmas holiday. ay hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YTo purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

It's time to talk about the latest movie in Hallmark Channel's Winter Escape lineup. Loveuary Preview: https://youtu.be/RoFSOuSqG0U?si=nErBJ4Kei1MOTpRhSay hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YTo purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

In this episode, I touch on Second Chance Love and give my thoughts on the second novie within the Winter Escape lineup. Hallmarkies episode: https://youtu.be/ANzZyhzVABs?si=vrN0UT74yUIsxEvyMarry Me for Christmas: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07N47G2R5/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rSay hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YTo purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Happy New Year! Let's catch up and talk about the latest movie from the 2026 Winter Escaoe lineup. My Merry Mistake by Courntey Walsh: https://a.co/d/4fILmYbThe Christmas Ring by Karen Kingsbury: https://a.co/d/1bgG0QkChristmas Ring Movie Review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/karen-kingsburys-the-christmas-ring/id1581829307?i=1000736251294

Listen as I take a live look at the movies that will premiere for our Winter Escape lineup in 2026. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YTo purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

I'm taking a look back on the year we've had: the movies, the interviews, the lessons learned...grab a drink and let's talk.

I talk about my top 10 favorite Christmas movies from the Countdown to Christmas season.

Let's talk about these two movies from the Countdown to Christmas lineup.

In this episode I talk way more than I thought I would about the actors and themes within these two Countdown to Christmas movies. "The Snow Must Go On" with Swing My Heart Podcast: https://youtu.be/9zCc2GODCfo?si=kAFNEKBqtNKQVG5LThe Chrismtas Gala Chapter: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4P36SwrorXmZ5joBU8YFU1?si=e553873c6bf24e6dDear Hallmar Christmas Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0X9MKYdAnZ1l2sxN1xjsvc?si=df28ee7b6575457b

We've got some catching up to do! So let's start with these two movies. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YTo purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/Christmas Wonderland Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0X9MKYdAnZ1l2sxN1xjsvc?si=df28ee7b6575457b

A time was had in Edison, New Jersey...let's talk about the reasons why I had to weave in and out of my smooth jazz radio voice during this episode.

It's time to talk about some more news and movies within Hallmark Channel land. Christmas Cup and Catnip Cafe review with Hallmarks:  https://youtu.be/smCkwzkZL4Y?si=mtxi0yzR_zYO1IeHLacey's 2026 Disney Christmas Movie article: https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/hallmark-disney-world-christmas-movie-lacey-chabert-1236601875/Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YTo purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/Christmas Wonderland Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0X9MKYdAnZ1l2sxN1xjsvc?si=df28ee7b6575457b

This episode is packed with news and reviews of some Countdown to Christmas movies.

This si a special episode for any and everyone wanting to attend or will be attending Christmas Con this year. I talk through how to navigate the crwods and give you some tips that I've learned along the way.

While Hallmark is out main squeeze, I wanted to give you a sense of what my Christmas taste looks like outside of Hallmark. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YTo purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/Christmas Wonderland Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0X9MKYdAnZ1l2sxN1xjsvc?si=df28ee7b6575457b

Sit with me in this episode as we talk about "Three Wisest Men" and "Tidings for the Season" Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com Youtube:https://youtube.com/@dearhallmark?si=o_vx3T2kEjMoqK7YTo purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/Christmas Wonderland Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0X9MKYdAnZ1l2sxN1xjsvc?si=df28ee7b6575457b

In this episode, I talk with you about the non-Hallmark Christmas movies that I've watched so far on UPTV, GAF, and Hulu. I also preview Lifetime's Christmas schdule for this year. Lifetime Christmas Schedule: https://www.tvguide.com/news/lifetime-christmas-movie-calendar-2025-the-full-schedule/#google_vignette

In this episode I touch on Mistletoe Murders, Christmas Above the Clouds, and A Keller Christmas Vacation. Also, I give a preview for Weekend 5.

This episode is special as I'm giving you my thoughts on a theatrical movie starring Jana Kramer and Benjamin Hollingsworth.

We're recapping the movies from Weekend 3 of Countdown to Christmas. The theme for this weekend: surprised! Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com To purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Are you ready to deck the halls with boughs of holly? Are you ready to jingle bellm rock? Countdown to Christmas is live and in effect as I talk about the movies that premeired for Weekend 1 of Countdown to Christmas 2025.Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com To purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Let's talk about the non-negotiables, the movies that everyone can agree are top-tier, premium Hallmark Christmas movies. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com To purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

It's that time of year! As Countdown to Christmas is approaching, let's talk about my favorite movies of the Hallmark Regular Season. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com To purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Let's just call it right now: I'm not one for Halloween, so I'm wrapping up Fall into Love early (unfortunately) as Countdown to Christmas is upon us. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com To purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

Let's breakdown the scheduel for Countdown to Christmas 2025 and talk about some other Christmas news Hallmark released surrounding Countdown to Christmas. Countdown to Christmas schedule with synopses: https://variety.com/lists/hallmark-countdown-to-christmas-2025-movies-schedule/Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com To purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

This is a special episode for me as I recount my journey within this Hallmark space. I talk about my Hallmark origin story, how the podcast started, and asnwer some questions that you all had for me. Get you a good drink and a snack and cozy up as we reminisce but also give hope to the future. Say hello: dearhallmark@gmail.com To purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6gDear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/