A Chat with Heart - with Christina Martin
Canadian singer-songwriter Christina Martin hosts A Chat with Heart, a podcast dedicated to heartfelt conversations with friends, family, and colleagues. Through authentic and playful discussions, the show gathers meaningful insights, expert advice, and personal stories to help listeners navigate life with intention and heart. Free from rigid formats and regulations, A Chat with Heart invites listeners to be part of the conversation—whether by emailing Christina or calling the Heartbeat Hotline to share messages, comments, or questions that help shape future episodes.
Episodes
In this episode, Christina Martin chats with her bestie Dr. Ali Frye about her incredible journey through a death experience, her recovery, and how it has transformed her outlook on life. This is a wild one folks! Ali shares insights on appreciating small moments, community support, and the importance of life-saving skills.
Ali Frye is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, volunteer search-and-rescue member, dog mom, and newly minted vol...
In this episode, Christina Martin starts up the chatting with Laura Simpson about her upcoming Make.Do.Camp for adults.
The heart of the episode is Kevjet - a Canadian living in London, England, and the host of Kevjet – The Podcast, where he sits down with artists, changemakers, and fascinating people for honest, heartfelt conversations. Christina chats with Kevjet about the incredible influence of his grandmother, wh...
On this episode of A Chat With Heart, Christina sits down with the incredible Michelynn Touesnard for an honest, funny, emotional, and deeply human conversation about living with stage four colorectal cancer.
Together they talk about ostomies, de-stigmatizing illness, mental health, community support, and finding joy even in the hardest moments. A beautiful reminder that vulnerability, laughter, and connection still matter - especia...
Fresh off their Germany tour, Christina Martin and Dale Murray sit down to unpack the realities of touring life — the highs, the hard moments, the hilarious stories, and what it means to keep evolving after 20 years of recording and touring music together.
From food poisoning and financial breakdowns to beautiful audiences, creative growth, unforgettable friendships, German saunas, and future plans, this episode is an honest a...
In this heartfelt episode of A Chat with Heart, Christina is joined by educator and Visually Speakingcreator Melissa Choquette for an insightful conversation on neurodivergence, inclusive education, and self-discovery.
Together, they explore neuroaffirming practices, the role of visual supports in learning, and what it means to live authentically in a world that often asks us to mask. A meaningful and educational conversation for an...
Join Christina Martin as she reconnects with her friend Jay Hiltz to explore his entrepreneurial journey, the evolution of Nor'easter Apparel, and the innovative concept of the Soberish Mocktail Shoppe. Discover insights on community building, creative design, and the rise of sober lifestyle spaces in Halifax.
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Join Christina Martin as she chats with singer-songwriter Jenn Grant about her activism, all the supplements they both ingest, and upcoming dreams coming true. Discover insights on navigating the music industry, embracing grief, and using art for social change.
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In this episode of A Chat with Heart, Christina Martin sits down with Cape Breton musician Elyse Aeryn for a powerful conversation about music, healing, and the kind of resilience you can’t fake. Elise opens up about a life-altering motorcycle accident that delayed her musical path, and the recovery that followed - physically and emotionally. From music videos and songwriting to independence, performance, and personal growth,...
What does it really take to build a creative life that lasts?
Christina sits down with Duane Jones, founder of Art Pays Me, to talk art, money, community, injuries, basketball dreams, and the very real work of believing in yourself long enough to keep going. This one is about heart, hustle, and learning how to value your work without losing your soul. 🤍
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Christina has a best friend chat with Dale Murray - music, songwriting, royalties, cat stories, deep dives, dating advice, world peace (obviously), and a few pet peeves we didn’t know he had.
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In this episode of A Chat With Heart, host Christina Martin welcomes singer-songwriter Dave Gunning. They chat with heart about the making of Dave's new album 'Field Notes', touring with Stompin' Tom Connors, Dave's illustrated book, and the impact of AI on creativity. The conversation flows through personal stories, Dave's incredible touring experiences, and the importance of community. They also share fun anecdotes and insights a...
In this episode of A Chat with Heart, host Christina Martin welcomes her friend Stephanie Purcell to discuss the upcoming Big Shiny Tunes event in Halifax. They share insights about the event's origins, the selection of performers, and the vibrant energy that characterizes the show. Christina also updates listeners on her upcoming performances. It's a great episode to kick off a new season!
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In this episode of Chat with Heart, Christina hangs out with the cast and crew behind her Holiday music video “Sex Drugs and Christmas Time.” They chat about how the video came together, share behind-the-scenes stories, and laugh about the chaos along the way. Mike Hall talks filming and editing, Stephanie Purcell shares the executive producer perspective, and Dale Murray chimes in on the musical side of things. It&rsqu...
In this episode of A Chat with Heart, Christina reconnects with old friends Meaghan Smith and Jason Mingo for a candid, funny, and deeply human conversation about creativity, health, burnout, and living a beautifully unbalanced life. With questions pulled from a hat, embarrassing stories, and plenty of laughter, the trio explores friendship, artistic freedom, and the magic that happens when we tell the truth and show up for each ot...
In this episode, Christina sits down with friend Laura Simpson — co-founder of Side Door and champion of all things creative and live music — for a wide-ranging, cozy December chat. They chat about evolving relationships with the holidays, the strange comfort of traditions, and how community keeps artists going. Things get delightfully weird as they swap supernatural stories and childhood fears, before digging into the ...
In this episode of A Chat with Heart, host Christina Martin welcomes Rebekah Higgs, a creative force behind the DIY Mom brand, who discusses her transition from music to home renovation and content creation. They also discuss the behind-the-scenes realities of the DIY Mom project, the significance of supporting initiatives like Hope for Africa, and Rebekah's creative aspirations.
In this episode of A Chat with Heart, Christina chats with the wonderful Mary Janet McDonald - Cape Breton baking legend, storyteller, and all-around gem. They talk about the joy of cooking, the pull of community, and the family traditions that shape us. Mary shares memories of growing up in Cape Breton, the warmth of maritime hospitality, and how her cookbooks honour the grandmothers and recipes that keep our histories alive.
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In this episode of A Chat with Heart, host Christina Martin engages in a heartfelt conversation with comedian James Mullinger. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of being a creative in the entertainment industry, the importance of community support, and the journey of building a career from the ground up. James shares insights from his experiences in comedy, the significance of word-of-mouth marketing, and the joy of creating...
In this episode of A Chat with Heart, host Christina Martin engages in a heartfelt conversation with musician Jordi Comstock. Jordi shares his journey in the music industry, the intersection of skateboarding and music, and the challenges of touring. The discussion also touches on family dynamics in music, memorable gigs, and the evolution of the music industry. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the significance of focus, ...
In this episode of A Chat with Heart, Christina sits down with longtime pal Tom Bedell — radio legend, musician, and one of the kindest souls out there. They talk about his journey in broadcasting, early influences, some of the most memorable interviews he’s done, and how creativity and community keep him going.
Tom opens up about his experience with prostate cancer and how having the right people in your corner can make...
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