Suspenders Unbuttoned Media

Josh Murray joins Suspenders Unbuttoned Media to discuss Gym Rat, now streaming, and the complicated character at the center of his first feature film as a producer. Josh stars as Lonnie Milsap, a man newly released from prison whose pursuit of physical strength is tied to a deeper search for identity, control, and self-worth. In our conversation with hosts Sarah and Julie, Josh explores finding L...

Love Sharon Horgan’s wardrobe in HBO’s Youth? Costume designer Camille Benda joins us to reveal the vintage finds, London influences, and character choices behind Alex’s style. From tailored work looks and sheer blouses to secondhand designer shoes, Camille explains how clothing helps tell Alex’s story—even when she’s trying to hold everything together. We discuss collaborating with Sharon Horgan,...

Ryan McPartlin returns to Suspenders Unbuttoned Media to talk Silver Bells at Christmas, starring alongside Laura Osnes and Chuck Wicks—and why laughter is where romantic chemistry begins. In this conversation with Sarah, Ryan shares his approach to playing Nick Day, his work as an executive producer, and the effort to make the film’s love triangle a meaningful choice. He also talks about collabor...

Meghan Ory joins Suspenders Unbuttoned Media for a conversation about The Spirit of Halloween, a romance that gives its leading character a chance to rediscover herself. Meghan shares what surprised her about playing Everly’s journey, why her character overlooks the feelings of longtime friend Beau, and how Kevin McGarry’s preparation and presence shaped their scenes. We also discuss the fun of be...

Crystal pears, a mysterious family orchard, and the first love who returns fourteen years later. Author Ann Adams joins Sarah and Julie to talk about Under the Orchard’s Spell, her cozy fall romance blending magical realism, family secrets, grief, and a second chance at love. Ann shares the real Hood River pear orchard that inspired the setting, why Ali and Logan’s shared history changed the love...

Julie Gonzalo and James Trevena join Sarah from Suspenders Unbuttoned Media to talk about A Knight to Remember, making a fantastical romance feel real, laughing through filming, and the challenges of playing a knight in armor. We also discuss what they recognize in their characters and what they wish for audiences watching this magical love story. A Knight to Remember premieres Saturday, October 3...

What does it take to make a school dance feel like a turning point for nearly everyone in the room? Director Alysse Leite-Rogers joins Sarah and Julie to take us behind her episode of Netflix’s *Crew Girl*, “Anatomy of a Fall Formal.” She shares how she met the cast at a lunch-hour dance party, planned the formal’s many overlapping story beats, and used camera movement, lighting and pace to bring...

Actor, writer and producer Kristi Murdock joins Sarah and Julie to talk about making A Proper Christmas in her hometown of Wilmington, North Carolina. She shares how a British pub she worked at in Los Angeles inspired the film’s food and family traditions, why she wanted love stories for multiple generations, and how a personal loss shaped the movie’s honest portrayal of grief and hope. Kristi als...

Filmmaker and author Kimber Leigh joins Sarah and Julie to talk about Echo: Conversations Across Consciousness, her nonfiction book shaped by months of conversations with AI. Kimber shares why she first resisted the technology, what changed her mind, how she separated her voice from the guide's, and why the title came from a cat she met on a Hawaii shoreline. The conversation also follows Kimb...

Does The Love Hypothesis preserve the characters, chemistry and romantic-comedy feeling that made Ali Hazelwood’s novel so popular? Sarah and Julie share a spoiler-conscious review of the Prime Video adaptation from the perspective of both readers and romance fans. We’re discussing the academic setting, fake-dating tension, costumes, spice level and thoughtful details included for book readers. We...

The Minnesota State Fair has famous foods, fierce traditions, historic buildings, prize-winning art, and hundreds of thousands of visitors—but in Alec Fischer’s new documentary, the fair itself becomes the main character. In this episode, Alec joins Sarah and Julie to discuss THE FAIR , an observational feature documentary filmed over three years. With no formal interviews or archival footage, the...

What if you could watch a Christmas movie on a bus and then step into the real location where it was filmed? Producer Andrew Gernhard joins Ken and Deb Mayfield of Mayfield Tours to take Sarah and Julie behind the scenes of their immersive Christmas Movie Road Trips. They share how Deb's love of holiday movies sparked the original idea, why Andrew became the perfect storytelling partner and ho...

Anthony Jollett has built a life across business, film and music, but one idea connects it all: purpose. In this candid conversation with Sarah and Julie, Anthony opens up about surviving Synanon, building a people-first company, training as an actor, producing independent film and turning his own story into deeply personal music. He also shares the meaning behind “He Chose Love,” why creativity b...

Alvina August and Nathan Witte are falling into friendship, fall fun and possibly love in Hallmark Channel's Falling Into Place . We spoke with the stars about Kaia and James's unfinished fall bucket list, why an established friendship gave their romance room to develop naturally and what makes these two characters worth cheering for. They also shared what it was like working with Hallmark...

What happens when your college rival ghosts you... then turns up six years later as your Dungeon Master? Author Lenora Woods joins Sarah and Julie to talk about her new romance Level Up for Love, a fall-ready rivals-to-lovers story that blends contemporary romance with the fantasy world of Dungeons & Dragons. Lenora takes us inside Reagan and Wesley's complicated second meeting, the vampir...

K. L. Speer joins Suspenders Unbuttoned Media to discuss the remarkable evolution of the TikTok-famous dark romantasy Bones , from an independently written, designed and published novel to a new edition from Ballantine Books. A quick viewing note: Kelsey (K. L. Speer) experienced temporary bandwidth issues during the first portion of our conversation, which caused her video to drop in and out. Her...

How did Netflix transform the open prairie into one of the most powerful characters in Little House on the Prairie? Cinematographer C. Kim Miles, ASC, CSC, MYSC joins Suspenders Unbuttoned Media to take us behind the camera of Netflix’s adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s beloved books. Miles, who served as director of photography on four of the first season’s eight episodes, explains how the pro...

Niall Matter joins Suspenders Unbuttoned Media for a short conversation about his new Hallmark movie, Much About Love . Niall shares how his real-life rapport with costar Ashley Williams helped create the natural, lived-in connection between Benny and Bea. He also discusses leaning into Benny’s quirky physical comedy, finding the vulnerability beneath the humor, and filming the memorable crayon sc...

Jep and Jessica Robertson join Suspenders Unbuttoned Media to talk about their new series, Jep & Jess: Beyond the Bayou, and the leap of faith that brought their family to a new adventure in Texas. The couple shares why Great American Media felt like the right partner, why this may be their most authentic television project yet and how they are helping build a lasting family legacy at Comanche...

Chris McNally and Aimeé Teegarden join Suspenders Unbuttoned Media to talk about their new Hallmark Channel movie, Love Finds You! A mislabeled package sends jewelry designer Alex and delivery driver Jack on an unexpected citywide adventure—but the person they’re searching for may not be nearly as important as what they discover along the way. Chris and Aimeé share what draws Jack and Alex togethe...

What happens when you combine the high-speed world of **Formula One** with ambition, rivalry, unresolved history and romance? You get J.K. MacLaren’s debut novel, *Full Throttle*.J.K. MacLaren joins **Suspenders Unbuttoned Media** to take us behind the scenes of *Full Throttle*, a Formula One rivals-to-lovers romance following **Juliette Marchmont, the first female F1 driver**, and **Dominic Hasti...

Go behind the scenes of *The Devil’s Mouth* with cinematographer James Kniest as he reveals what it took to capture the film’s stunning visuals in the remote landscapes and waters of Thailand. From transporting camera equipment through caves, rivers, mud, and remote locations to designing custom underwater lighting when the equipment they needed simply didn’t exist, James takes us inside the creat...

What makes a great antagonist? According to Ryan Robbins, it's never about being the "bad guy." Ryan Robbins joins us to talk about his standout role as Russell Kind in Netflix's Little House on the Prairie , the series that quickly climbed to the #1 spot on Netflix. From honoring the legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder to exploring the deeper themes of community, family, and resilien...

We're joined by **Kowen Cadorath**, who plays **Caleb** in Netflix's *Little House on the Prairie*. Kowen takes us behind the scenes of the series, sharing what it was like stepping into a brand-new character while honoring the spirit of a story that has meant so much to generations of viewers. In our conversation, Kowen reflects on building Caleb through subtle expressions rather than big...

The Hallmark Christmas Cruise isn't just a fan event. It's become a community. In this season finale of Christmas at Sea, Andrew Walker, Kimberley Sustad, and Benjamin Ayres look back on what makes the Christmas Cruise such a meaningful experience for both fans and talent. From unforgettable moments at sea to the friendships formed along the way, they reflect on why this event has become one of Ha...