Happy New Year! We've compiled our fan favorites! No interviews, just the stories...

Chapter 1: Treasury - Wes Bentley & Pete Cilella (00:01)

Chapter 2: Disobey - Kate Micucci (13:14)

Chapter 3: Vespa - Ben Oren (22:12)

Chapter 4: Paint - Emily Pendergast & Pete Cilella (33:39)

Happy Holidays! We've compiled our holiday stories and brought back Sarah Bolger and Clark Freeman for a two new bonus stories. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday season! No interviews, just the stories...

Chapter 1: Glitter - Sarah Bolger (00:01)

Chapter 2: Presents - Sarah-Nicole Robles (09:14)

Chapter 3: Peace - Clark Freeman (16:31)

Happy Holidays! We've compiled our holiday stories and brought back Chris Geere for a new bonus story. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday season! No interviews, just the stories...

Chapter 1: Reindeer - Chris Geere (00:01)

Chapter 2: Candy Cane - Parisa Fitz-Henley (10:46)

Chapter 3: Latkes - Ike Barinholtz (21:02)

Season 2: Episode 10 - In this conversation, director Stephen C. Miller shares his journey from indie filmmaking to directing studio projects, discussing the challenges and techniques involved in creating action sequences, working with established actors, and balancing family life with a demanding career. He reflects on his inspirations, the filmmaking process, and the importance of maintaining a fun and energetic set environment. EQUATOR, the first of two improvised bedtime stories, follows the imaginative journey of a young boy named Philip and his fox friend as they embark on an adventure to the jungles of South America. Along the way, they encounter various challenges, including language barriers and the need for teamwork to navigate obstacles. The second story, COMMITTEE, is a tale of resilience and determination as a young kickball team led by the fearless Brielle faces the ultimate challenge of an injury-plagued season, showcasing the importance of friendship and creativity in overcoming adversity. #werewolvesmovie

Chapters

00:01 -- Interview

25:23 -- Story 1: Equator

38:32 -- Story 2: Committee

Music: Arthur's Seat by Charles Hedgepath ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠charleshedgepath.com⁠⁠

Charles on Spotify: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/2SWEFpmHY9TLuGLtqOK7b9?si=Zgd_4uujQKOeG9GezF87nA⁠

Happy Thanksgiving! Please enjoy this silly revisionist tale of explorer knights who didn’t have the stomach for conquering and brought medicine instead of smallpox to the indigenous people. With special guest Tate Ellington. 

Season 2: Episode 9 - **REMINDER** The interviews are for adults, and the stories are for the kids.

Actor Wes Bentley (American Beauty, The Hunger Games, Yellowstone) stops by to discuss his distinguished career, focusing on his role as Jamie Dutton in 'Yellowstone' and the complexities of his character. He reflects on fan reactions, his journey from Arkansas to Hollywood, and his struggles with addiction. Bentley shares insights into his recovery process, the importance of family, and his aspirations for future roles, including a desire to explore comedy. The discussion highlights the challenges and triumphs of his life and career, offering a candid look at the man behind the characters before diving into two improvised stories, including the offbeat tale of a security guard named Cyrus who guards a treasury at a bait shop and encounters talking worms and crickets. The second story follows a boy named Jeremiah who meets a talking fish named Pontificus while lost at sea. Both stories highlight themes of friendship, curiosity, and the importance of connection, all delivered with the sweet weirdness your kids will love.

Chapters

00:01 -- Interview

25:07 -- Story 1: Treasury

38:47 -- Story 2: Illegal

Music: Arthur's Seat by Charles Hedgepath ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠charleshedgepath.com⁠

Charles on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/2SWEFpmHY9TLuGLtqOK7b9?si=Zgd_4uujQKOeG9GezF87nA

#yellowstone #wesbentley

Season 2: Episode 8 -- Writer/Producer Ben Oren joins me to discuss Ben's journey from scripted to unscripted content, the realities of reality TV, the importance of casting, and his favorite seasons of The Real World. The conversation also touches on Ben's current projects, including a new show on Amazon, and how he balances work with family life, all while sharing insights on the world of reality television and sports fandom. In this conversation, Ben shares his experiences working on a finance show, discussing the importance of understanding personal finance and the concept of a 'rich life.' He reflects on the changing landscape of television and the challenges faced in the industry before diving into two completely improvised bedtime stories.

Chapters

00:01 Interview

33:55 Story 1 - Billboard

44:11 Story 2 - Vespa

Season 2: Episode 7 -- Charlene Amoia, an actress known for her work in How I Met Your Mother, American Reunion,  Fear Street, and much more, discusses her career and experiences in the entertainment industry.  Charlene shares her journey of breaking into the industry, including getting signed by an agent through shoe modeling and finding success in commercials and voiceover work. She also discusses the changes in the industry, such as self-taping auditions, and offers advice for aspiring actors. Charlene talks about her recent projects and shares her nighttime routine for winding down. In the first story, two best friends named Melanie and Elizabeth get swept away to a magical island on an overcast day. They discover a world where nature and man-made objects can communicate and move. They learn to trust in the mystery and find that everything around them is there to help them. In the second story, a shy and insecure boy named Jeffrey overcomes his fear of public speaking by reading a word out loud in class. This small success leads him to try other things he thought he couldn't do, and he discovers the joy of facing his fears and trying new things.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Charlene's Acting Career

01:33 From Buffalo to Las Vegas to Los Angeles

02:54 Breaking into the Industry: Shoe Modeling and Commercials

08:08 Changes in the Entertainment Industry: Self-Taping Auditions

10:51 The Importance of Making Your Own Content

13:07 Recent Projects: A Motel and Up/Family Series

14:04 Winding Down at Night: Charlene's Nighttime Routine

18:30 Story One: Overcast

30:33 Story Two: Heat

Season 2: Episode 6

In this latest episode, filmmaker Michael Felker discusses his journey in independent filmmaking, the creative process behind his latest film 'Things Will Be Different', and the challenges of working within a single location. He shares insights on character development, the importance of editing in directing, and the value of attending film festivals before diving into two improvised bedtime stories for kids.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Michael Felker and His Work

02:49 The Journey of Independent Filmmaking

06:04 The Evolution of Characters in Film

09:07 Editing as a Tool for Directing

11:45 Inspiration Behind 'Things Will Be Different'

15:13 The Development Process of the Script

17:55 Shooting Locations and Their Impact

21:08 Challenges of Single Location Filmmaking

24:07 The Importance of Environmental Storytelling

27:09 Festival Experiences and Their Value

29:47 Winding Down and Finding Balance

33:01 Story ONE: Royalty

48:57 Story TWO: Flounder