In this episode of Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias, we are joined by Kandyse McClure, who plays Kaia in Netflix’s hit drama Virgin River. Kandyse talks about joining the beloved series, developing Kaia as a strong and independent character, and the evolving relationship between Kaia and Preacher in Virgin River Season 7. She also shares insight into what makes the show resonate with audiences around the world and why fans continue to connect with the emotional storytelling of the series. Kaia has quickly become a fan favorite thanks to her confidence, compassion, and natural chemistry with the established characters of Virgin River. Kandyse discusses stepping into the world of the show and bringing authenticity to the role. Topics Covered Playing Kaia in Virgin River Season 7 Kaia and Preacher’s relationship Joining a fan-favorite Netflix series Character development and emotional storytelling Behind-the-scenes insights Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wcIUPsHNJPA For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at [email protected] Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates X: https://x.com/PopCultureUnplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias!