Story and Craft with Marc Preston
Marc Preston Productions, LLC 118 episodes Nov 10, 2026
Story and Craft with Marc Preston features conversations with actors, voiceover artists, storytellers, influencers, and creative personalities. Marc draws on his long career in acting, voiceover work, and syndicated radio to explore how guests found success and how they sustain it. Each episode offers an insightful, relaxed interview about craft, career origins, and creative life. It is aimed at industry professionals as well as anyone who enjoys thoughtful conversation.
Episodes
Jason Salmon | From “Biscuits and Gravity” to “Another Weird Week” | Stayin’ Ornery
Actor and comedian Jason Salmon from “Biscuits and Gravity” and the weekly series “Another Weird Week” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about his career and personal stories.Jason talks about meeting James Talarico and hearing Tracy Morgan tell stories for four hours from the next dressing room on his first TV job, “30 Rock.” He also shares how a Texas A&M engineering degree led to a sale
Chloe Coleman | From “My Spy” to “Mouse” | No Longer a Pumpkin
Actor Chloe Coleman from Prime Video’s “My Spy” and the new film “Mouse” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about her career and personal stories.She talks about being directed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt in her upcoming film “2034” and starting out in “Big Little Lies.” Chloe also looks back on playing young Lo’ak for James Cameron in “Avatar: The Way of Water” and staying calm opposite Dave Bauti
Alex Pearlman | From “Too Many Tabs” to “Crashing Out” | The Art of the Rant
Comedian & Podcaster Alex Pearlman from “Too Many Tabs” and YouTube’s “Crashing Out” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about his career and personal stories.Alex shares his take on Donald Trump and Elon Musk and on how social media algorithms shape the news. Growing up, he watched the evening news at the dinner table, and 25 years of stand-up taught him to break big stories down quickly. O
Chloe Radcliffe | From “The Tonight Show” to Comedy Central’s “Eyes Down Here”
Actor & Comedian Chloe Radcliffe from “The Tonight Show” and Comedy Central’s “Eyes Down Here” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about her career and personal stories.Chloe breaks down writing for Jimmy Fallon and watching Anthony Jeselnik at the Hollywood Improv. She names Eddie Izzard as her biggest influence and traces her path to stand-up through national speech and debate titles and a
Patrick Renna | From “The Sandlot” to YouTube’s “Dugout Dads” | Major League Storyteller
Actor Patrick Renna from “The Sandlot” and YouTube’s “Dugout Dads” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about his career and personal stories.Patrick shares why Meryl Streep might be the greatest actor ever and how Danielle Fishel co-hosts the companion podcast. He recalls a James Earl Jones story from the set of the baseball classic he filmed at 13 and why it still resonates across generations.
Missi Pyle | From "Dodgeball" to Prime Video’s "Sterling Point" | Life is Just Lifey
Actor Missi Pyle from “Dodgeball” and Prime Video’s “Sterling Point” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about her career and personal stories.She talks about filming “50 First Dates” with Adam Sandler and shares her take on Apple TV’s “Pluribus” and “Widow’s Bay.” Her time on “Stick” comes up too, where she plays a love interest for Timothy Olyphant’s character in a season that also features Ow
Necar Zadegan | From “The Rookie” to CBS’s “CIA” | A Journey Without a Formula
Actor Necar Zadegan from “The Rookie” and CBS’s “CIA” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about her career and personal stories.She talks about the Taylor Sheridan phone call that shaped her “Mayor of Kingstown” role, working with Nathan Fillion on “The Rookie,” and her Broadway debut alongside Robin Williams. Necar also shares how her Iranian family moved back to the United States from Germany
Katee Sackhoff | From "Battlestar Galactica" to "Carrie" | Olympic Dreams to Mandalorian
Actor Katee Sackhoff from "Battlestar Galactica" and Prime Video’s "Carrie" joins us on Story & Craft.Katee talks about growing up in Portland as a competitive swimmer, how she landed her first acting job, and what it was like to move to LA at 18. We get into her time on "Battlestar Galactica", why she's only now watching it, and how she went from voicing Bo-Katan in animation to "The Mandalor
Tyler Mane & Renae Geerlings | From "X-Men" to "Mane AF" | Answer Your Wake-Up Calls
Tyler Mane, Sabretooth in "X-Men" and Michael Myers in "Halloween," and Renae Geerlings join us on Story & Craft to talk about "Mane AF."Tyler spent over a decade as a professional wrestler, training with the Hart family in Calgary and wrestling all over the world, before a stunt casting call meant for someone else turned into the role of Sabretooth and a full pivot into acting — a path that l
Adam Arkin | From "Sons of Anarchy" to MGM+'s "American Hostage" | Conversant in Many Styles
Actor and director Adam Arkin from "Sons of Anarchy" and MGM+’s "American Hostage" joins us on Story & Craft.Adam opens up about his seamless transition from acting to becoming one of television’s most sought-after directors. He shares behind-the-scenes stories of shifting gears between massive modern projects like "The Night Agent," "The Offer," and his newest true-crime thriller, "American H
Sara Kehaulani Goo | From "Washington Post" to "Kuleana" | Aloha ʻĀina & Kuleana
Journalist and author Sara Kehaulani Goo, formerly of The Washington Post, joins us on Story & Craft to talk about her book "Kuleana."Sara shares how her early days in a print newsroom sparked a lifelong passion for storytelling, eventually leading her to cover major national events like the aftermath of 9/11. We chat about her approach to learning the ropes, intentionally moving to unfamiliar
Rosslyn Luke | Stories from "Paper Tiger" | Engineering the Moment
Stunt performer and actor Rosslyn Luke from “Paper Tiger,” with Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Miles Teller, joins us on Story & Craft.Before sharing scenes with Adam Driver and Miles Teller, Rosslyn took a decidedly non-traditional path into the industry. We talk about her upbringing in Eastern Washington—near the Hanford nuclear site—and why she initially earned a degree in civil and en
Tracy Spiridakos | From "Chicago PD" to USA Network's "Anna Pigeon" | Canadian Mythos
Actor Tracy Spiridakos from “Chicago P.D.” and USA Network’s “Anna Pigeon” joins us on Story & Craft.Tracy talks about growing up between Canada and Greece, sharing what it was like working at her family’s Greek restaurant and the connection she still has with her parents' homeland. She also explains what it took to get her start in acting, like balancing three jobs in Vancouver before heading
Lee Kirk | From "The Giant Mechanical Man" to "Nimrods" | Journey with Sweet Children
Director Lee Kirk from “The Giant Mechanical Man” and “Nimrods,” the Green Day comedy, joins us on Story & Craft.The conversation explores Lee's nomadic childhood moving to a new school every single year, and how that constant search for footing shaped the emotionally grounded, slightly melancholic characters he creates today. Host Marc Preston and Lee also reflect on three decades in the ente
Chris Marquette | From "The Girl Next Door" to Prime Video's "Reacher" | Stories From the Emerald Isle
Actor Chris Marquette from “The Girl Next Door” and Prime Video’s “Reacher” joins us on Story & Craft.Chris joined the industry early, navigating the unique landscape of child acting with roles spanning from commercial voiceovers to television sets. We discuss the transition from those foundational years to understanding the practical realities of the entertainment business as a young adult. I
Owen Dennis | From "Infinity Train" to Paramount+'s "Among Us" | Inspirational Drives
Writer and director Owen Dennis from “Infinity Train” and Paramount+’s “Among Us” joins us on Story & Craft.Owen discusses his unexpected path to animation, detailing his time teaching English in China and the early motivation that pushed him to pursue art outside his hometown. He shares the hands-on process of creating a fully hand-drawn, 2D animated series and the practical challenges of pit
Tommi Rose | From Nickelodeon to Prime Video's "The Devil's Mouth" | Daydreams & Dirt Pies
Actor Tommi Rose, from Nickelodeon to Prime Video’s “The Devil’s Mouth,” joins us on Story & Craft.Tommi shares her experiences going from a theater kid in Florida to making the leap to Los Angeles at seventeen after working on Nickelodeon's “I Am Frankie”. We talk about the importance of keeping your imagination alive as an artist, and how her “double Pisces” daydreaming habit is actually a s
Jamie Hector | From "The Wire" to Apple TV’s "Cape Fear" | Moving Mountains
Actor Jamie Hector from “The Wire” and Apple TV’s “Cape Fear” joins us on Story & Craft.We discuss Jamie’s roots, having grown up in Brooklyn as the youngest of seven and how his older sister sparked his early love for the arts. Jamie shares the exact moment he knew he belonged in the creative world – walking into a community theater space when he was 16 and feeling an instant connection to th
Chin Han | From "Mortal Kombat" to Netflix's "Avatar: The Last Airbender" | Journey From Lion City
Actor Chin Han from “Mortal Kombat” and Netflix’s “Avatar: The Last Airbender” joins us on Story & Craft.We chat about his unique childhood growing up in Singapore, blending local theater and film with a steady diet of American blockbusters, British television, and Hong Kong martial arts epics. Chin talks about his early days deciding whether to fully commit to acting, balancing his parents' h
Aaron Moten | From "Disjointed" to Prime Video’s "Fallout" | Keep Saying Yes
Actor Aaron Moten from “Disjointed” and Prime Video’s “Fallout” joins us on Story & Craft.We catch up with Aaron as he settles into life in Los Angeles after spending five years in Iceland with his family. We chat about his Texas roots growing up in Austin, his pivot from an aspiring lawyer to a Juilliard-trained actor, and the realities of translating stage acting to working on camera.He also
Rosalee Mayeux | From "Magnum, P.I." to "Model Mom"
Actor and comedian Rosalee Mayeux from “Magnum, P.I.” and “Model Mom” joins us on Story & Craft.Rosalee opens up about her unconventional path, starting as a teenager from a small town in Louisiana who found herself working as a high-fashion model for Eileen Ford in Paris and New York. She shares vivid memories of the modeling world in the 1980s, the stark reality behind the glamour, and how a
Olivia Rose Keegan | From "Days of Our Lives" to Paramount+'s "Dutton Ranch" and "Scary Movie" | A Scary Good Time
Actor Olivia Rose Keegan from “Days of Our Lives,” Paramount+'s “Dutton Ranch” and “Scary Movie” joins us on Story & Craft.We chat about her transition from being an eager 11-year-old writing letters to talent agents in San Francisco to landing major roles. Olivia shares the incredible support from her family, who entirely uprooted their lives in Northern California so she could pursue acting
Natalie Alyn Lind | From "The Goldbergs" to Paramount+’s "Dutton Ranch" | Poutine in Boots
Actor Natalie Alyn Lind from “The Goldbergs” and Paramount+'s “Dutton Ranch” joins us on Story & Craft.In this episode, Natalie opens up about what it was like growing up on a TV set and hitting major life milestones while playing Dana Caldwell on the hit sitcom “The Goldbergs”. She shares how those early experiences shaped her approach to acting, giving her the chops to step into her own prod
Rex Linn | From "Cliffhanger" to NBC & Peacock's "Happy's Place" | Longhorn Drummer
Actor Rex Linn from “Cliffhanger” and NBC and Peacock's “Happy's Place” joins us on Story & Craft. Over his decades-long career, Rex has become a familiar face on television, appearing in major marquee shows like “CSI: Miami”, “Better Call Saul”, “Young Sheldon”, and “Big Sky”.We cover his early days growing up in Texas and Oklahoma, and how classic Universal movie monsters inspired him to pur
Sofia Rosinsky | From "Death and Other Details" to Peacock’s "The Miniature Wife" | Living Truthfully
Actor Sofia Rosinsky from Hulu's “Death and Other Details” and Peacock's “The Miniature Wife” joins us on Story & Craft.Sofia shares the fascinating story of her unconventional path into the industry, revealing that an innocent trip to an acting camp unexpectedly put her in front of casting directors. Growing up in a deeply creative household, she was surrounded by cinema thanks to her indepen
David Berry | Stories from Starz's "Outlander" | Presto & Bezza
Actor David Berry from Starz's “Outlander” joins us on Story & Craft.David shares the bittersweet reality of saying goodbye to a character he has inhabited for eight years as the series concludes. He breaks down the unique logistical gymnastics required to commute from his home in Sydney to the moody highlands of Scotland, including the nature of 25-hour flights. The conversation touches on th
Danay Garcia | From "Fear the Walking Dead" to NBC / Peacock's "M.I.A." | Food for the Soul
Actor Danay Garcia from AMC's “Fear the Walking Dead” and NBC and Peacock's “M.I.A.” joins us on Story & Craft.We talk about her journey arriving in Los Angeles from Havana, Cuba, and the reality of navigating the industry while tackling a profound language barrier. Danay shares memories from her early days, including the thrill of getting her first major break shooting Super Bowl commercials
Thom Harp | From "The Donor Party" to "Home Delivery" | Embracing the Ridiculous
Writer and director Thom Harp from “The Donor Party” and “Home Delivery” joins us on Story & Craft.Thom brings a fantastic energy to the conversation, sharing how his background as a cinematographer in Seattle eventually shaped his approach to humane comedy. We talk about the importance of giving actors the space to just play and trust their instincts on set. It’s always fun getting to hear ab
Meaghan Rath | From CBS's "Hawaii Five-0" to AMC's "The Audacity" | Un voyage de La Métropole à l'Audace
Actor Meaghan Rath from CBS's “Hawaii Five-0” and AMC's “The Audacity” joins us on Story & Craft.Meaghan looks back on living on Oahu for “Hawaii Five-0,” from favorite beaches to island food. We talk about playing Anushka Bhattachera-Phister, a chief ethicist in a corrupt tech world, on “The Audacity,” and what the show taught her about privacy and data. She also shares her Montreal upbringin
Johnny Ray Gill | From SundanceTV's "Rectify" to Prime Video's "Cross" | Tale of a Prospective Gent
Actor Johnny Ray Gill from SundanceTV's “Rectify” and Prime Video's “Cross” joins us on Story & Craft.Johnny talks about growing up in Portland's Black Northeast community, starting in spoken-word poetry inspired by the film “Slam,” and his path from USC film school to Temple and UC San Diego's theater program. We talk about booking “Harry's Law,” what artists owe audiences, his climate-focuse
Rob Corddry | From "Old School" to AMC's "The Audacity" | Normal From Across the Street
Actor Rob Corddry from “Old School” and AMC's “The Audacity” joins us on Story & Craft.Rob's work includes “The Daily Show,” “Children's Hospital,” “Ballers,” “Top Gear America,” “Old School,” “The Heartbreak Kid” and “Hot Tub Time Machine.” We talk about moving from Massachusetts to Los Angeles, acting with Ben and Jerry Stiller, the pace of “The Daily Show,” his early hopes of Shakespeare, a
D.B. Sweeney | From "The Cutting Edge" to "Protector" | Crafting His Recipe
Actor D.B. Sweeney from “The Cutting Edge” and “Protector” joins us on Story & Craft.D.B.'s work includes “The Cutting Edge,” “Eight Men Out” and “Memphis Belle,” for which he trained with retired SAS soldiers and flew in real B-17s. We talk about growing up on Long Island, playing baseball at Tulane, and getting his start from Francis Ford Coppola in “Gardens of Stone.” He also shares his voi
Olivia Taylor Dudley | From Syfy's "The Magicians" to "Touch Me" | Aliens & Nerdy Magic
Actor Olivia Taylor Dudley from Syfy's “The Magicians” and “Touch Me” joins us on Story & Craft.Olivia talks about her lifelong fascination with aliens, how she fell into producing through “Five Second Films,” and moving to Los Angeles at 17. We talk about her new sci-fi horror comedy “Touch Me,” her time on “The Magicians,” her voiceover and audiobook work, and why horror can feel comforting.
Joel Church-Cooper | From IFC's "Brockmire" to FOX's "Going Dutch" | Home Runs & Dutch Treats
Writer and producer Joel Church-Cooper from IFC's “Brockmire” and FOX's “Going Dutch” joins us on Story & Craft.Joel's work includes “Going Dutch,” “Brockmire,” “Future Man” and “Undateable.” We talk about his Northern California upbringing, his video store film education, and influences like “The Kids in the Hall” and “Mr. Show.” He also shares the real Army base that inspired “Going Dutch,”
Kevin Kane | From Hulu's "Life & Beth" to NBC's "Law & Order: SVU" | Shy Man’s Revenge
Actor Kevin Kane from Hulu's “Life & Beth” and NBC's “Law & Order: SVU” joins us on Story & Craft.Kevin talks about growing up around Philadelphia and Myrtle Beach, catching the acting bug from a school report on James Cagney, and studying Meisner at the William Esper Studio. We talk about his long collaboration with Amy Schumer on “Inside Amy Schumer” and “Trainwreck,” booking “Law &a
Ken Leung | From ABC's "Lost" to HBO's "Industry" | Raised by Acting
Actor Ken Leung from ABC's “Lost” and HBO's “Industry” joins us on Story & Craft.Ken's work includes “Rush Hour,” “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” “The Sopranos” and “Lost.” We talk about how he got into acting, playing very different characters across genres, the impact of “Lost,” the new season of “Industry,” and his film “Project Hail Mary” with Ryan Gosling and Milana Vayntrub.SHOW HIGHLIGH
Thomas Jane | From "The Expanse" to Prime Video's "Play Dirty" | Throwing Dreams Into Space
Actor Thomas Jane from “The Expanse” and Prime Video's “Play Dirty” joins us on Story & Craft.Thomas's work includes “The Expanse,” “Boogie Nights,” “The Punisher,” “The Mist” and HBO's “Hung.” We talk about his path from Maryland to Hollywood, his love of storytelling, and the joys and challenges of acting. He also shares his graphic novels and the book he is writing about alien visitors.SHOW
Danny O'Malley | Stories from Netflix's "Chef's Table" | Culinary Storyteller
Producer Danny O'Malley from Netflix's “Chef's Table” joins us on Story & Craft.Danny is a Grammy and James Beard Award nominee with an Emmy nomination for “Chef's Table.” We talk about Anthony Bourdain's impact, Chicago pizza, memorable meals, and how food bridges cultures. Danny also shares his Greek heritage, his love of Chinese food, and his company Before the Butcher.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00
Larry Charles | From NBC's "Seinfeld" to "Comedy Samurai: Forty Years of Blood, Guts, and Laughter" | Comedy Samurai
Writer and director Larry Charles from NBC's “Seinfeld,” author of “Comedy Samurai,” joins us on Story & Craft.Larry's work includes “Seinfeld,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Entourage,” “Mad About You,” “Borat,” “The Dictator” and “The Comedians.” We talk about his memoir, “Comedy Samurai: Forty Years of Blood, Guts, and Laughter,” his path from Brooklyn to Hollywood, and working with Jerry Seinfe
Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine | From "The Chi" to Apple TV+'s "Smoke" | Ugandan Moving Pictures
Actor Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine from “The Chi” and Apple TV+'s “Smoke” joins us on Story & Craft.Ntare's work includes “The Chi” and “Treme,” with “Dexter: Resurrection” and “Washington Black” coming up. We talk about his Ugandan heritage, his path into acting, and his long-term documentary project “Memories of Love Returned.”SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine joins Story & Craft02:2
Mariana Treviño | From "A Man Called Otto" to Apple TV+'s "Stick" | La Mamá Golfista de Monterrey
Actor Mariana Treviño from “A Man Called Otto” and Apple TV+'s “Stick” joins us on Story & Craft.Mariana's work spans “A Man Called Otto” and a long list of film and TV in Mexico. We talk about her Mexican roots, how she found acting, working with Owen Wilson and Marc Maron on “Stick,” and family trips to South Padre Island, Texas.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Mariana Treviño joins Story & Craft01:
Brandon Lessard | From "Murder at Yellowstone City" to "The Unholy Trinity" | Montana Movie Magic
Actor Brandon Lessard from “Murder at Yellowstone City” and “The Unholy Trinity” joins us on Story & Craft.Brandon talks about working with Pierce Brosnan, Samuel L. Jackson and David Arquette on “The Unholy Trinity,” a Western shot in Montana, and the physical demands of the shoot. We also talk about his path from Fairfax, Virginia to Los Angeles, his writing, and his love of historical drama
Annalise Basso | From TNT's "Snowpiercer" to "The Life of Chuck" | A Key of Imagination
Actor Annalise Basso from TNT's “Snowpiercer” and “The Life of Chuck” joins us on Story & Craft.Annalise's work includes “Captain Fantastic” and “Snowpiercer.” We talk about her career from childhood to now, growing up in Missouri with a brother and sister who also act, and how ballet and surfing keep her grounded.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Annalise Basso joins Story & Craft02:23 Family and Pets
Felix Solis | From "Ozark" to Netflix's "Sirens" | Sirens & an Isle of Enchantment
Actor Felix Solis from “Ozark” and Netflix's “Sirens” joins us on Story & Craft.Felix's work also includes “The Rookie: Feds.” We talk about growing up in New York City, starting in theater, and moving into television. He shares his connection to the Beastie Boys, a memorable encounter with Anthony Bourdain, his Puerto Rican heritage, and his rescue dogs.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Felix Solis joins
Reed Diamond | From ABC's "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." to "Drop" | Multi-Faceted Family Man
Actor Reed Diamond from ABC's “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Drop” joins us on Story & Craft.Reed's work includes “Memphis Belle,” “Homicide: Life on the Street,” “Orphan Black: Echoes” and “Moneyball.” We talk about his training at Juilliard, his passion for music, his new film “Drop,” and working with his family.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Reed Diamond joins Story & Craft01:49 Reed's Life in Can
Alex Wolff | From "Hereditary" to MUBI's "Magic Farm" | Life & Chord Progressions
Actor and musician Alex Wolff from “Hereditary” and MUBI's “Magic Farm” joins us on Story & Craft.Alex's work includes “A Quiet Place: Day One,” “Oppenheimer,” “A Good Person,” “Hereditary” and the “Jumanji” films. We talk about working with M. Night Shyamalan and Christopher Nolan, his music with his brother, Nat Wolff, and performing with his jazz pianist father at Madison Square Garden whil
Jim Murphy | Stories from "Inner Excellence"
Performance coach Jim Murphy, author of “Inner Excellence,” joins us on Story & Craft.Jim talks about his years as a professional baseball player, his mother's samurai heritage, and his move into coaching. He shares how he wrote “Inner Excellence” while living alone in the desert, and how it took off when the Philadelphia Eagles' A.J. Brown was seen reading it on the sidelines during a playoff
Asher Grodman | From HBO's "Bookie" to CBS's "Ghosts" | Farm to Screen Acting
Actor Asher Grodman from HBO's “Bookie” and CBS's “Ghosts” joins us on Story & Craft.Asher talks about growing up shy on a farm in New Jersey and what his Bar Mitzvah taught him about performing. We talk about his early career, his love of football, the mockumentary he made for the Jacksonville Jaguars, and playing a character on “Ghosts” who never wears pants.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Asher Grodma
Tone Bell | From CBS's "Fam" to Netflix's "Survival of the Thickest" | Comedy, Family & Staying Thirsty
Comedian Tone Bell from CBS's “Fam” and Netflix's “Survival of the Thickest” joins us on Story & Craft.Tone's work also includes the film “Trigger Warning” with Jessica Alba and the Kathy Bates comedy “Disjointed.” We talk about growing up in Atlanta, touring as a stand-up, his early influences, and how his family and personal life shape his comedy.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Tone Bell joins Story &a
Virginia Gardner | From Hulu's "Runaways" to "F Marry Kill" | How to FMK to a 90's Soundtrack
Actor Virginia Gardner from Hulu's “Runaways” and “F Marry Kill” joins us on Story & Craft.Virginia's work includes “Halloween,” “Runaways,” “Project Almanac,” and “Beautiful Disaster” and “Beautiful Wedding” with Dylan Sprouse. We talk about moving from Sacramento to Los Angeles at 16, going from modeling to acting, and her love of '90s rock.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Virginia Gardner joins Story &
Laura Murphy | From Comedy Central's "Nora from Queens" to "F Marry Kill" | From MTV to FMK
Director Laura Murphy from Comedy Central's “Nora from Queens” and “F Marry Kill” joins us on Story & Craft.“F Marry Kill” stars Lucy Hale and Virginia Gardner. We talk about Laura's path from writing and directing at MTV to working with Awkwafina, Iliza Schlesinger and John Oliver, her approach to filmmaking, and her love of comedy. She also shares how she balances motherhood with her career.
Ash Avildsen | Stories from "Queen of the Ring" | Wrestling The Story
Director Ash Avildsen from “Queen of the Ring” joins us on Story & Craft.We talk about the film's roots in pro wrestling history and the story of Mildred Burke, a star female wrestler from the 1930s to the 1950s. Ash shares his filmmaking process, casting, music in film and how the music business has changed. He also talks about his father, director John Avildsen, and his influence.SHOW HIGHLI
Ione Skye | From "Say Anything" to "Say Everything"
Actor Ione Skye from “Say Anything,” author of the memoir “Say Everything,” joins us on Story & Craft.We talk about her memoir, her career in film, and growing up in Hollywood. Ione shares stories of famous friends and family, including her father, the musician Donovan, and her relationships with musicians.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Ione Skye joins Story & Craft01:26 Life in Australia and Family
Delaney Buffett & Katie Corwin | Stories from "Adult Best Friends"
Filmmakers Delaney Buffett and Katie Corwin from “Adult Best Friends” join us on Story & Craft.Delaney and Katie are actors, writers, producers and directors. We talk about their long friendship and creative partnership, making a film on a low budget, and the role of comedy in their work. Delaney also shares what it was like growing up as the daughter of the late Jimmy Buffett.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS0
Jim Lampley | Stories from "It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television" | The Only Ball That Matters
Sportscaster Jim Lampley, author of “It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television,” joins us on Story & Craft.Jim is a Hall of Fame broadcaster. We talk about his early struggles in college, his unexpected path into sports broadcasting, and covering the Olympics and major boxing matches. He also shares how his twice-widowed mother's sacrifices shaped him.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Jim La
Steven Krueger | From "The Originals" to Showtime's "Yellowjackets" | Perfection of a Closing Argument
Actor Steven Krueger from “The Originals” and Showtime's “Yellowjackets” joins us on Story & Craft.Steven talks about leaving law school plans behind for acting, his roles on “Pretty Little Liars” and “The Originals,” and playing the soccer coach on “Yellowjackets.” He also shares how he produced and directed his first short film.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Steven Krueger joins Story & Craft02:47
Katie O'Brien | From "Teachers" to Tubi's "The Z-Suite" | Laughing From X to Z
Actor and writer Katie O'Brien from “Teachers” and Tubi's “The Z-Suite” joins us on Story & Craft.Katie talks about her path from Omaha to Los Angeles through improv and the comedy group The Katydids, and her work on “Teachers.” We talk about navigating Hollywood, comedy that spans generations, her inspirations from Christopher Guest to reality TV, and balancing the roles of writer, producer a
Ben Ford | Stories from "Ford's Filling Station" | An Artisan's Craft
Chef and restaurateur Ben Ford from Ford's Filling Station in Los Angeles joins us on Story & Craft.We talk about Ben's culinary career, growing up as the son of Harrison Ford, and where his passion for cooking began. He shares how the restaurant business is changing, his philanthropic work with the State Department, and his cooking projects around the world.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Ben Ford joins
Jordan Bridges | From "Rizzoli & Isles" to Apple TV+'s "Palm Royale" | Back Porch Entertainer
Actor Jordan Bridges from “Rizzoli & Isles” and Apple TV+'s “Palm Royale” joins us on Story & Craft.Jordan is also in Lionsgate's “Den of Thieves 2: Pantera.” We talk about growing up in a family of actors with his father Beau Bridges, his uncle Jeff Bridges and his grandfather Lloyd Bridges. He also shares his passion for martial arts and music, and his views on work ethic and family.SHOW
Stuart Zicherman | From "The Americans" to FX's "American Sports Story" | The American Showrunner
Showrunner Stuart Zicherman from “The Americans” and FX's “American Sports Story” joins us on Story & Craft.Stuart is a showrunner, executive producer, writer and director whose work includes “The Shrink Next Door” and “The Americans.” We talk about “American Sports Story,” his series about football player Aaron Hernandez, now on Hulu, and the challenges of telling true stories. He also shares
Chris Diamantopoulos | From "Red Notice" to Prime Video's "The Sticky" | A Sweet Toast to Dionysus
Actor Chris Diamantopoulos from “Red Notice” and Prime Video's “The Sticky” joins us on Story & Craft.Chris co-stars with Margo Martindale in “The Sticky” and is known for “Red Notice,” “The Three Stooges” and as the voice of Mickey Mouse. We talk about his career, his Greek heritage, and doing voiceover from his home studio so he can be around his kids. He also shares what he learned working
Omar J. Dorsey | From "Queen Sugar" to HBO Max's "Bookie" | Betting on Laughs
Actor Omar J. Dorsey from “Queen Sugar” and HBO Max's “Bookie” joins us on Story & Craft.Omar co-stars with Sebastian Maniscalco in “Bookie” and has worked on “Queen Sugar” and “Django Unchained.” We talk about growing up in Atlanta, his early passion for acting, his family's creative influence, and balancing an acting career with family life.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Omar J. Dorsey joins Story &am
Don Lemon | From CNN to "The Don Lemon Show" | Lost & Found
Journalist Don Lemon from CNN and “The Don Lemon Show” joins us on Story & Craft.We talk about Don's book “I Once Was Lost: My Search for God in America,” his rise in journalism, coming out publicly as gay, and how events like the George Floyd protests shaped his work. He also shares his view of modern journalism and his move to independent media on YouTube.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Don Lemon joins
Jack Reynor | From "Midsommar" to Netflix's "The Perfect Couple" | A Perfect Couple of Pints
Actor Jack Reynor from “Midsommar” and Netflix's “The Perfect Couple” joins us on Story & Craft.Jack is also in Prime Video's “The Peripheral.” We talk about his early passion for acting, indie films and big Hollywood productions, growing up in Ireland, and his life philosophy. He also shares his project of building a pub in a horse trailer.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Jack Reynor joins Story & Cr
Megan Stott | From Hulu's "Little Fires Everywhere" to Netflix's "Penelope" | Foraging Word Lover
Actor Megan Stott from Hulu's “Little Fires Everywhere” and Netflix's “Penelope” joins us on Story & Craft.Megan's work also includes the film “Aftermath.” We talk about playing a solitary character in “Penelope,” her upbringing, her love of words, and how she found her way into acting.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Megan Stott joins Story & Craft02:02 Megan's Background and Current Projects04:00 Ch
Kristian Nairn | From HBO's "Game of Thrones" to "Beyond The Throne" | Beyond The Throne
Actor and DJ Kristian Nairn from HBO's “Game of Thrones” and his memoir “Beyond the Throne” joins us on Story & Craft.Kristian is known for “Game of Thrones” and “Our Flag Means Death” and for his work as a DJ. We talk about the cultural impact of “Game of Thrones,” his creative process as a DJ, and writing about his life, including self-acceptance and authenticity.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Introdu
Moon Unit Zappa | Stories from "Earth to Moon" | The Family Unit
Moon Unit Zappa, author of the memoir “Earth to Moon,” joins us on Story & Craft.Moon is an author, actor, artist and entrepreneur. We talk about growing up in the Zappa household, how her father Frank Zappa's creativity and discipline shaped her, her family's complicated dynamics after her mother's death, and balancing her own path with family expectations.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Moon Unit Zappa
Byron Bowers | From "The Chi" to Apple TV+'s "Lady in the Lake" | Spiritual Comedy
Comedian and actor Byron Bowers from “The Chi” and Apple TV+'s “Lady in the Lake” joins us on Story & Craft.Byron talks about his childhood in Georgia, the influence of '90s Black TV and music, and his move from stand-up to acting on Showtime's “The Chi” and Marvel's “Wonder Man.” We also talk about family expectations, parenthood, and finding humor in life's darkest moments.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:
Lucy DeVito | Stories from "The Secret Art of Human Flight" | The Family Business
Actor Lucy DeVito from “The Secret Art of Human Flight” joins us on Story & Craft.We talk about growing up with her parents, Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman, her career in film and TV, and “The Secret Art of Human Flight.” Lucy also shares her love of theater, her family's influence, and life as a new mother.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Lucy DeVito joins Story & Craft00:48 Growing Up with Famous Par
Aleks Paunovic | From "Van Helsing" to AMC's "Snowpiercer" | Sweet Science & A Bass Riff
Actor Aleks Paunovic from “Van Helsing” and AMC's “Snowpiercer” joins us on Story & Craft.Aleks's work includes “Hawkeye,” “iZombie” and “Van Helsing,” and he didn't get serious about acting until he was 40. We talk about living out of a van, his boxing career, playing in a heavy metal band, and his advocacy for mental health awareness.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Aleks Paunovic joins Story & Craf
David Arquette | From "Scream" to "The Good Half" | Wrestling in Clown Shoes
Actor David Arquette from “Scream” and “The Good Half” joins us on Story & Craft.We talk about David's decades in film and TV, his family's entertainment legacy, “The Good Half,” and buying the rights to Bozo the Clown. He also shares his love of wrestling, becoming a certified Bob Ross painting instructor, and his family's move to a farm in Nashville.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 David Arquette joins
Dylan Sprouse | From Disney Channel's "The Suite Life of Zack and Cody" to "The Duel" | The Dueling Brewmeister
Actor Dylan Sprouse from Disney Channel's “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody” and “The Duel” joins us on Story & Craft.Dylan starred with his twin brother, Cole Sprouse, in “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody” and “The Suite Life on Deck.” We talk about moving from child star to adult actor and “The Duel,” the first film he also executive produced. He also shares his love of cooking and brewing
Tanner Buchanan | Stories from Netflix's "Cobra Kai" | Dancer in a Dojo
Actor Tanner Buchanan from Netflix's “Cobra Kai” joins us on Story & Craft.Tanner's work also includes “Designated Survivor,” “He's All That” and “How to Date Billy Walsh.” We talk about his move from a small town in Ohio to Los Angeles, his early passion for dance, and his admiration for Patrick Swayze and Gene Kelly. He also shares advice he got from Kiefer Sutherland.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Ta
Dylan Arnold | From "Oppenheimer" to Apple TV+'s "Lady in the Lake" | A Gentleman in The Lake
Actor Dylan Arnold from “Oppenheimer” and Apple TV+'s “Lady in the Lake” joins us on Story & Craft.Dylan's work includes “Nashville,” “You” and playing opposite Cillian Murphy in “Oppenheimer.” We talk about growing up in Seattle dreaming of baseball, becoming an actor, and working with Natalie Portman on “Lady in the Lake.”SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Dylan Arnold joins Story & Craft03:36 Early I
Ashley Jay Sandberg | Stories from "Twisters" | A New Twist
Producer Ashley Jay Sandberg, executive producer of “Twisters,” joins us on Story & Craft.Ashley executive produced “Twisters” with Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones and Kiernan Shipka. We talk about her career path, her growth as a filmmaker at Kennedy/Marshall, shooting “Twisters” in Oklahoma, and finishing it at Skywalker Ranch.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Ashley Jay Sandberg joins Story & Craft01
Dimitri Leonidas | From Apple TV+'s "Foundation" to Peacock's "Those About to Die" | A Charioteer's Journey
Actor Dimitri Leonidas from Apple TV+'s “Foundation” and Peacock's “Those About to Die” joins us on Story & Craft.Dimitri plays Hober Mallow in “Foundation” and stars with Anthony Hopkins in Roland Emmerich's “Those About to Die.” We talk about his path from child actor, his Cypriot heritage, losing his mother at a young age, and training for chariot racing. He also shares his interest in Braz
Nora Zehetner | From "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." to "Boneyard" | Lone Star Connections
Actor Nora Zehetner from “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Boneyard” joins us on Story & Craft.Nora's TV work includes “The Right Stuff,” “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Designated Survivor,” and her recent films include “Blood for Dust” and “Boneyard.” We talk about growing up in Richardson, Texas, attending the University of North Texas, and working together on “The Astronaut Wives Club.” She also
James Comey | From the FBI to "Westport" | Say More...
Former FBI Director James Comey, author of the crime novel “Westport,” joins us on Story & Craft.We talk about “Westport,” his career in law enforcement and government, and leading the FBI during the Trump administration. He shares a college prank story, how his work affected his family, diversity in the FBI, and his unplanned career path. He also talks about Showtime's “The Comey Rule,” Jeff
Michael Beach | From "ER" to Paramount+'s "Tulsa King" | A Journey From Roxbury
Actor Michael Beach from “ER” and Paramount+'s “Tulsa King” joins us on Story & Craft.Michael talks about growing up in Boston's Roxbury, the turning point that took him from football to Juilliard, and his Cape Verdean heritage and his mother's work as an educator. We talk about his roles on “The Rookie,” “Mayor of Kingstown” and “Tulsa King,” his audition for “The Rookie,” and how the industr
Catharine Daddario | Stories from "IF" | The City Cat’s Craft
Actor Catharine Daddario from John Krasinski's “IF” joins us on Story & Craft.We talk about Catharine's New York City upbringing as a latchkey kid, her recent move to Los Angeles, and growing up alongside her siblings Matthew and Alexandra Daddario. She shares her path from stage to film, her family's early doubts about acting careers, and her love of science fiction. She also previews her upc
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