Suspenders Unbuttoned Media: Entertainment Interviews

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 collaborating with director Brandon Clark, Laura Osnes’s singing, and the Kentucky filming experience that helped the Christmas magic come to life.Plus: the scheduling story that made the movie possible, friends appearing as extras, his pick for a Christmas singing competition, and the mentors whose kindness stayed with him.WATCH SILVER BELLS AT CHRISTMASStreaming premiere: October 15, 2026, on Great American Pure Flix.Network premiere: October 17, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET on Great American Family and GFAM+.Subscribe for more conversations with actors, authors and the creative people behind the stories you love.Website: https://unbuttonedmedia.us

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 being the Halloween “bah humbug” and Meghan’s gratitude for her acting career.The Spirit of Halloween premieres October 10, 2026, at 8/7c on Hallmark Channel and streams the next day on Hallmark+.Follow Suspenders Unbuttoned Media for interviews with actors, authors, filmmakers, and creative voices across entertainment.More interviews: https://unbuttonedmedia.us

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 story, and how her agent’s suggestion transformed a contemporary romance into a magical one. Under the Orchard’s Spell publishes October 6, 2026, from Dell.BOOK DETAILS & RETAILER OPTIONS:https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/808106/under-the-orchards-spell-by-ann-adams/MORE FROM SUSPENDERS UNBUTTONED MEDIA:https://unbuttonedmedia.us/Subscribe for conversations with the authors, actors, and creators behind the stories you love.Tell us in the comments: What makes a book feel like fall to you?

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, at 8/7c on Hallmark Channel and streams the following day on Hallmark+.Subscribe to Suspenders Unbuttoned Media for more conversations with actors, authors, and the people behind your favorite stories.#AKnightToRemember #JulieGonzalo #JamesTrevena

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 its quieter romantic moments to life.Later, we revisit a Nathan and Elizabeth scene she directed for *When Calls the Heart*, including the wonderfully chaotic story behind its dreamy sunset shot.We also talk about her work on *Private Eyes West Coast* and *1874*.**Note:** This conversation discusses story moments from *Crew Girl* Episode 5.Watch *Crew Girl* on Netflix, and tell us which moment from “Anatomy of a Fall Formal” stayed with you.Subscribe to Suspenders Unbuttoned Media for more conversations with the people who bring your favorite stories to screen.