Apple TV’s new podcast explores haunting true story involving a heart transplant

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Apple TV today announced “ Heart ,” an original eight-episode true-crime podcast involving two men linked by a donated heart and the same terrible demise. Apple TV’s new podcast explores haunting true story involving a heart transplant Marcus Mendes | Oct 12 2026 - 12:58 pm PT 0 Comments Apple TV today announced “ Heart ,” an original eight-episode true-crime podcast involving two men linked by a donated heart and the same terrible demise. Apple is a software and consumer electronics company based in Cupertino.

The lives and deaths of two men linked by a single heart Although far fewer in number than its movies and series, Apple TV has steadily expanded its lineup of original podcasts since 2021, releasing several titles spanning true crime, investigative journalism, comedy, and companion podcasts for its shows. Today, the platform announced “ Heart ,” an eight-episode true-crime original podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff, set to premiere on October 19.

Here’s Apple TV on what to expect from “ Heart ”: When Sonny Graham receives a lifesaving heart transplant, he falls in love with his donor’s widow. What local newspapers hail as a miraculous love story takes a tragic turn when Sonny dies — the same way as his heart donor, Terry Cottle.

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• Apple TV today — announced: “ Heart ,” an original eight-episode true-crime podcast involving two men linked by a donated heart and the same terrible demise
• Today, the platform — announced: “ Heart ,” an eight-episode true-crime original podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff, set to premiere on October 19