Ep 721: How to Win Him Back Just in Time for Christmas with Carlos PenaVega
Today, we're sitting down to talk with Carlos PenaVega about his newest movie. The PenaVegas have a great Christmas movie called GET HIM BACK FOR CHRISTMAS which Carlos wrote a soundtrack for and sings a number of songs in the film. Carlos’ character plays Jack who works for The Salvation Army having stayed behind in Nashville while former girlfriend Bella played by Alexa becomes an international singing sensation. Music brings the pair back together. I will have the movie by end of week. In real life, Carlos and Alexa are perennial partners of The Salvation Army. Get Him Back for Christmas premieres on Great American Family on 12/14 at 8 p.m.
Summary
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Carlos Pena Vega's Journey in Hollywood
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Linda introduces Carlos PenaVega to the show, expressing her admiration for his relationship with his wife, Alexa
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Carlos shares that he and Alexa have worked on 11 movies together, with their latest project being a significant milestone as it was produced by their own company.
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Carlos describes the process of creating the movie, including writing, scoring, editing, and promoting it, emphasizing the collaborative effort within their company.
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Linda praises the chemistry between Carlos and Alexa, noting their shared faith and a touching story about praying for a move to Tennessee.
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Their Faith and Move to Tennessee
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Carlos recounts their decision to move to Tennessee, driven by a strong feeling from both him and Alexa that it was God's calling.
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He details their experience with their boat, which kept breaking down, leading to a delay in their sailing plans.
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Carlos and Alex received multiple confirmations from God that they should move to Tennessee, including a random offer to sell their boat.
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Linda finds the story inspiring and relates it to her own plans to visit Tennessee for a charity event.
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Challenges and Passion in Filmmaking
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Carlos discusses the challenges and excitement of working with his friends on their production company, Good for You Entertainment.
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He explains that despite disagreements, their passion for making family-friendly content drove them to overcome obstacles.
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Linda shares a similar experience with her son, who faced challenges in managing personalities while directing a movie.
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Filming at the AT&T Stadium
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Carlos describes the unique experience of filming a scene in the AT&T Stadium, which was arranged by Bill Abbott, the CEO of Great American Family.
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He recalls the excitement of having the entire stadium to themselves for 12 hours, with no restrictions on movement or filming.
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Linda is impressed by the grandeur of the setting and the Christmas decorations, adding to the movie's appeal.
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Carlos shares that the movie will be set in Tennessee, despite the initial plan to film in Bridget Stone Arena.
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Their Love Story and Relationship Advice
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Carlos and Alexa met at a Bible study, and Carlos knew from their first hangout that he wanted to marry her.
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He advises others to seek a relationship with God first, as he did, and to stay true to themselves, as they will eventually find their love story.
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Linda appreciates Carlos's advice and shares her admiration for their deep connection and faith.
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Carlos emphasizes the importance of soul and heart connections in a relationship, sharing a personal story about waiting until marriage to have sex.
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Linda acknowledges Carlos and Alexa's significant loss this year and praises their resilience and faith.
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Carlos credits their faith for helping them through difficult times, especially after losing their baby, Indy.
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He highlights the importance of sharing their experiences to inspire change and encourages others to find strength in their own testimonies.
Faith and Overcoming Loss
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